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Bill114th CongressFiled Jun 13, 2016International Affairs
H.Res. 780

Urging respect for the constitution of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the democratic transition of power in 2016.

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The United States should impose sanctions on government officials of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) who impede progress toward a democratic transition through credible elections that respect the will of the DRC people.

Sanctions should target core figures in President Kabila's government for visa denials and asset freezes.

Economic and security assistance should be reviewed for possible termination, while preserving humanitarian assistance, until the election crisis is resolved.

The President of the United States should lift sanctions only when: (1) President Kabila has declared that he will not remain in power once his term ends and has made verifiable progress towards holding national elections, or (2) the DRC has held a free and fair presidential election and a new President has been sworn in.

The United States should: (1) support independent DRC civil society organizations and media, and (2) investigate and target money laundering activities by key figures close to President Kabila and those financial institutions involved in such activities.

The United States should coordinate efforts with key Western and African partners, including through other financial intelligence units.

What just happenedNov 15, 2016

Motion to reconsider laid on the table. Agreed to without objection.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4](R-NJ)Sponsor
10 cosponsors7 D3 R
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  1. Nov 15, 2016FloorH8D000

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table. Agreed to without objection.

  2. Nov 15, 2016FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 3 (Roll no. 578). (text: CR H6185-6186)

  3. Nov 15, 2016Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 3 (Roll no. 578).(text: CR H6185-6186)

  4. Nov 15, 2016FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6208-6209)

  5. Nov 15, 2016FloorH37220

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

  6. Nov 15, 2016FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 780.

  7. Nov 15, 2016FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6185-6189)

  8. Nov 15, 2016FloorH30300

    Mr. Royce moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

  9. Jul 14, 2016Committee

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  10. Jul 14, 2016Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  11. Jun 13, 2016IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Judiciary Committee
  12. Jun 13, 2016IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Financial Services Committee
  13. Jun 13, 2016IntroReferralH11100-A

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

  14. Jun 13, 2016IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  15. Jun 13, 2016IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  16. Jun 13, 2016IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed House amendedNov 15, 201636

The United States should impose sanctions on government officials of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) who impede progress toward a democratic transition through credible elections that respect the will of the DRC people.

Sanctions should target core figures in President Kabila's government for visa denials and asset freezes.

Economic and security assistance should be reviewed for possible termination, while preserving humanitarian assistance, until the election crisis is resolved.

The President of the United States should lift sanctions only when: (1) President Kabila has declared that he will not remain in power once his term ends and has made verifiable progress towards holding national elections, or (2) the DRC has held a free and fair presidential election and a new President has been sworn in.

The United States should: (1) support independent DRC civil society organizations and media, and (2) investigate and target money laundering activities by key figures close to President Kabila and those financial institutions involved in such activities.

The United States should coordinate efforts with key Western and African partners, including through other financial intelligence units.

Introduced in HouseJun 13, 2016
The United States should impose sanctions on government officials of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) who impede progress toward a democratic transition through credible elections that respect the will of the Congolese.

Sanctions should target core figures in President Kabila's government for visa denials and asset freezes.

Economic and security assistance should be reviewed for possible termination, while preserving humanitarian assistance, until the election crisis is resolved.

The President of the United States should lift sanctions only when: (1) President Kabila has declared that he will not remain in power once his term ends and has made verifiable progress towards holding national elections, or (2) the DRC has held a free and fair presidential election and a new President has been sworn in.

The United States should: (1) support independent DRC civil society organizations and media, and (2) investigate and target money laundering activities by key figures close to President Kabila and those financial institutions involved in such activities.

The United States should coordinate efforts with key Western and African partners, including through other financial intelligence units.

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