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Bill114th CongressFiled Apr 23, 2015International Affairs
S.Res. 148

A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.

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What it doesSummary passed senate amended (Dec 17, 2015)

Condemns the government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.

Calls on the government of Iran to release the seven imprisoned Baha'i leaders, the nine imprisoned Baha'i educators, and all other prisoners held solely on account of their religion.

Calls on the President and Secretary of State, in cooperation with responsible nations, to condemn the government of Iran's continued violation of human rights and demand the release of prisoners held solely on account of their religion.

Urges the President and the Secretary to utilize available authorities, including the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010, to impose sanctions on officials of the government of Iran and other individuals directly responsible for serious human rights abuses, including abuses against the Baha'i community of Iran.

What just happenedDec 17, 2015

Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8831)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Kirk, Mark Steven [R-IL](R-IL)Sponsor
38 cosponsors21 D17 R
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  1. Dec 17, 2015Floor

    Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8831)

  2. Dec 17, 2015Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S8831)

  3. Dec 17, 2015Floor

    Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S8831)

  4. Oct 8, 2015Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 263.

  5. Oct 8, 2015Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  6. Oct 8, 2015Committee14000

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  7. Oct 8, 2015Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  8. Apr 23, 2015IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2405)

    Foreign Relations Committee
  9. Apr 23, 2015IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Passed Senate amendedDec 17, 201535

Condemns the government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.

Calls on the government of Iran to release the seven imprisoned Baha'i leaders, the nine imprisoned Baha'i educators, and all other prisoners held solely on account of their religion.

Calls on the President and Secretary of State, in cooperation with responsible nations, to condemn the government of Iran's continued violation of human rights and demand the release of prisoners held solely on account of their religion.

Urges the President and the Secretary to utilize available authorities, including the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010, to impose sanctions on officials of the government of Iran and other individuals directly responsible for serious human rights abuses, including abuses against the Baha'i community of Iran.

Reported to Senate without amendmentOct 8, 201580

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)

Condemns the government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.

Calls on the government of Iran to release the 7 imprisoned Baha'i leaders, the 12 imprisoned Baha'i educators, and all other prisoners held solely on account of their religion.

Calls on the President and Secretary of State, in cooperation with responsible nations, to condemn the government of Iran's continued violation of human rights and demand the release of prisoners held solely on account of their religion.

Urges the President and the Secretary to utilize available authorities, including the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010, to impose sanctions on officials of the government of Iran and other individuals directly responsible for serious human rights abuses, including abuses against the Baha'i community.

Introduced in SenateApr 23, 2015

Condemns the government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.

Calls on the government of Iran to release the 7 imprisoned Baha'i leaders, the 12 imprisoned Baha'i educators, and all other prisoners held on account of their religion.

Urges the President and the Secretary of State to utilize available authorities, including the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010, to impose sanctions on officials of the government of Iran and other individuals directly responsible for serious human rights abuses, including abuses against the Baha'i community.

A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i… — Informed