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Bill114th CongressFiled Jul 7, 2016International Affairs
S.Res. 523

A resolution relating to the death of Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor, powerful advocate for peace and human rights, and award-winning author.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jul 7, 2016)

Extends condolences to the family of Elie Wiesel, an award-winning author who helped the world understand the horrors of the Holocaust and gave a voice to those who suffered and perished in Nazi death camps.

Honors Wiesel's lifelong commitment to advancing human dignity, freedom, and respect throughout the world.

Expresses continued support for human rights and protection of religious liberty.

Expresses admiration for Wiesel's legacy as an example and advocate of the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of evil.

What just happenedJul 7, 2016

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4922-4923; text as passed Senate: CR S4919)

Who’s behind it

Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY](R-KY)Sponsor
99 cosponsors44 D53 R2 I
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  1. Jul 7, 2016Floor

    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4922-4923; text as passed Senate: CR S4919)

  2. Jul 7, 2016Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S4922-4923; text as passed Senate: CR S4919)

  3. Jul 7, 2016IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Introduced in SenateJul 7, 2016

Extends condolences to the family of Elie Wiesel, an award-winning author who helped the world understand the horrors of the Holocaust and gave a voice to those who suffered and perished in Nazi death camps.

Honors Wiesel's lifelong commitment to advancing human dignity, freedom, and respect throughout the world.

Expresses continued support for human rights and protection of religious liberty.

Expresses admiration for Wiesel's legacy as an example and advocate of the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of evil.

Passed Senate without amendmentJul 7, 201682

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Extends condolences to the family of Elie Wiesel, an award-winning author who helped the world understand the horrors of the Holocaust and gave a voice to those who suffered and perished in Nazi death camps.

Honors Wiesel's lifelong commitment to advancing human dignity, freedom, and respect throughout the world.

Expresses continued support for human rights and protection of religious liberty.

Expresses admiration for Wiesel's legacy as an example and advocate of the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of evil.

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