Bill115th CongressFiled Apr 4, 2017International Affairs
S.Res. 109
A resolution encouraging the Government of Pakistan to release Aasiya Noreen, internationally known as Asia Bibi, and reform its religiously intolerant laws regarding blasphemy.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Apr 4, 2017)
Urges the government of Pakistan to: (1) release Asia Bibi and ensure that she, her family, and her legal counsel are safe; and (2) reform its laws to reflect democratic norms and ideals; and (3) work to promote tolerance of religious minorities so that no one is in danger of persecution for exercising free speech and practicing their religion.
What just happenedApr 4, 2017
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2217-2218)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY](R-KY)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateApr 4, 2017
- Apr 4, 2017IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2217-2218)
Foreign Relations Committee - Apr 4, 2017IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate