A resolution to support the empowerment of women and urge countries to #FreeThe20.
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Sep 22, 2015)
Recognizes: (1) the 20th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, as well as the September 2015 conference at the United Nations to empower women; and (2) that many women will not be able to participate in the dialogue about such conference because they are imprisoned.
Reiterates support for efforts to empower women and secure universal human rights for women.
Welcomes the release of Ta Phong Tan of Vietnam on September 19, 2015, and calls for the release of the women mentioned in the preamble of this resolution.
What just happenedSep 22, 2015
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6898-6899)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateSep 22, 2015
- Sep 22, 2015IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6898-6899)
Foreign Relations Committee - Sep 22, 2015IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate