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Bill114th CongressFiled Nov 19, 2015International Affairs
S.Res. 320

A resolution congratulating the people of Burma on their commitment to peaceful elections.

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What it doesSummary passed senate amended (Dec 16, 2015)

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on December 10, 2015. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Congratulates the people of Burma for embracing democracy through their participation in the November 8, 2015, general elections and for their efforts in developing a democratic society.

Recognizes the National League for Democracy's victory as a reflection of the will of the Burmese people.

Calls on the Union Solidarity Development Party to undertake a peaceful transfer of power to a new government.

Encourages all parties to pursue national reconciliation talks.

Recognizes that important impediments remain to the realization of full democratic and civilian government in Burma, including the reservation of unelected seats for the military and the disenfranchisement of groups including the Rohingya.

Calls on the government of Burma to support meaningful efforts to reform the 2008 Constitution of Burma.

Encourages the President to ensure that any changes in U.S. policy toward Burma, including the relaxation of any restrictions, are aligned with support for genuine democratic transition.

What just happenedDec 16, 2015

Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8729-8730; text as passed Senate: CR S8729-8730)

Who’s behind it

Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ](R-AZ)Sponsor
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  1. Dec 16, 2015Floor

    Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8729-8730; text as passed Senate: CR S8729-8730)

  2. Dec 16, 2015Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S8729-8730; text as passed Senate: CR S8729-8730)

  3. Dec 10, 2015Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 321.

  4. Dec 10, 2015Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with a preamble. Without written report.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  5. Dec 10, 2015Committee14000

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with a preamble. Without written report.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  6. Dec 8, 2015Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with amendments favorably.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  7. Nov 19, 2015IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8165-8166)

    Foreign Relations Committee
  8. Nov 19, 2015IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Passed Senate amendedDec 16, 201535

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on December 10, 2015. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Congratulates the people of Burma for embracing democracy through their participation in the November 8, 2015, general elections and for their efforts in developing a democratic society.

Recognizes the National League for Democracy's victory as a reflection of the will of the Burmese people.

Calls on the Union Solidarity Development Party to undertake a peaceful transfer of power to a new government.

Encourages all parties to pursue national reconciliation talks.

Recognizes that important impediments remain to the realization of full democratic and civilian government in Burma, including the reservation of unelected seats for the military and the disenfranchisement of groups including the Rohingya.

Calls on the government of Burma to support meaningful efforts to reform the 2008 Constitution of Burma.

Encourages the President to ensure that any changes in U.S. policy toward Burma, including the relaxation of any restrictions, are aligned with support for genuine democratic transition.

Reported to Senate with amendment(s)Dec 10, 20151

Congratulates the people of Burma for embracing democracy through their participation in the November 8, 2015, general elections and for their efforts in developing a democratic society.

Recognizes the National League for Democracy's victory as a reflection of the will of the Burmese people.

Calls on the Union Solidarity Development Party to undertake a peaceful transfer of power to a new government.

Encourages all parties to pursue national reconciliation talks.

Recognizes that important impediments remain to the realization of full democratic and civilian government in Burma, including the reservation of unelected seats for the military and the disenfranchisement of groups including the Rohingya.

Calls on the government of Burma to support meaningful efforts to reform the 2008 Constitution of Burma.

Encourages the President to ensure that any changes in U.S. policy toward Burma, including the relaxation of any restrictions, are aligned with support for genuine democratic transition.

Introduced in SenateNov 19, 2015

Congratulates the people of Burma for embracing democracy through their participation in the November 8, 2015, general elections and for their efforts in developing a democratic society.

Recognizes the National League for Democracy's victory as a reflection of the will of the Burmese people.

Calls on the Union Solidarity Development Party to undertake a peaceful transfer of power to a new government.

Encourages all parties to pursue national reconciliation talks.

Recognizes that important impediments remain to the realization of full democratic and civilian government, including the reservation of unelected seats for the military and the disenfranchisement of groups including the Rohingya.

Calls on the government of Burma to support meaningful efforts to reform the 2008 Constitution of Burma.

Supports negotiations between the government of Burma and ethnic-based peoples and organizations.

Encourages the President to take further steps toward normalization of relations with Burma.

A resolution congratulating the people of Burma on their commitment to peaceful elections. — Informed