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Bill115th CongressFiled Mar 8, 2018Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
S.Res. 426

A resolution supporting the goals of International Women's Day.

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What it doesSummary passed senate without amendment (Apr 18, 2018)

Supports the goals of International Women's Day.

Recognizes that the empowerment of women is linked to a country's potential to generate economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security.

Recognizes individuals in the United States and around the world, including women human rights defenders and civil society leaders, who have worked to ensure that women are guaranteed equality and basic human rights.

Recognizes the unique cultural, historical, and religious differences throughout the world and urges the U.S. government to act with respect and understanding toward legitimate differences when promoting any policies.

Reaffirms the commitment to: (1) end discrimination and violence against women and girls, and ensure their safety and welfare; (2) pursue policies that guarantee the basic human rights of women and girls worldwide; and (3) promote women's participation in every aspect of society and community.

Supports sustainable global development that seeks to achieve gender equality.

What just happenedApr 18, 2018

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2280-2283; text: CR S2281-2283)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH](D-NH)Sponsor
8 cosponsors7 D1 R
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  1. Apr 18, 2018Floor

    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2280-2283; text: CR S2281-2283)

  2. Apr 18, 2018Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S2280-2283; text: CR S2281-2283)

  3. Mar 22, 2018Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 361.

  4. Mar 22, 2018Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker without amendment and with an amended preamble. Without written report.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  5. Mar 22, 2018Committee14000

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker without amendment and with an amended preamble. Without written report.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  6. Mar 20, 2018Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  7. Mar 8, 2018IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1581-1582)

    Foreign Relations Committee
  8. Mar 8, 2018IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Passed Senate without amendmentApr 18, 201882

Supports the goals of International Women's Day.

Recognizes that the empowerment of women is linked to a country's potential to generate economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security.

Recognizes individuals in the United States and around the world, including women human rights defenders and civil society leaders, who have worked to ensure that women are guaranteed equality and basic human rights.

Recognizes the unique cultural, historical, and religious differences throughout the world and urges the U.S. government to act with respect and understanding toward legitimate differences when promoting any policies.

Reaffirms the commitment to: (1) end discrimination and violence against women and girls, and ensure their safety and welfare; (2) pursue policies that guarantee the basic human rights of women and girls worldwide; and (3) promote women's participation in every aspect of society and community.

Supports sustainable global development that seeks to achieve gender equality.

Reported to Senate without amendmentMar 22, 201880

Supports the goals of International Women's Day.

Recognizes that the empowerment of women is linked to a country's potential to generate economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security.

Recognizes individuals in the United States and around the world, including women human rights defenders and civil society leaders, who have worked to ensure that women are guaranteed equality and basic human rights.

Recognizes the unique cultural, historical, and religious differences throughout the world and urges the U.S. government to act with respect and understanding toward legitimate differences when promoting any policies.

Reaffirms the commitment to: (1) end discrimination and violence against women and girls, and ensure their safety and welfare; (2) pursue policies that guarantee the basic human rights of women and girls worldwide; and (3) promote women's participation in every aspect of society and community.

Supports sustainable global development that seeks to achieve gender equality.

Introduced in SenateMar 8, 2018

Supports the goals of International Women's Day.

Recognizes that the empowerment of women is linked to a country's potential to generate economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security.

Recognizes individuals in the United States and around the world, including women human rights defenders and civil society leaders, who have worked to ensure that women are guaranteed equality and basic human rights.

Recognizes the unique cultural, historical, and religious differences throughout the world and urges the U.S. government to act with respect and understanding toward legitimate differences when promoting any policies.

Reaffirms the commitment to: (1) end discrimination and violence against women and girls, and ensure their safety and welfare; (2) pursue policies that guarantee the basic human rights of women and girls worldwide; and (3) promote women's participation in every aspect of society and community.

Supports sustainable global development that seeks to achieve gender equality.

A resolution supporting the goals of International Women's Day. — Informed