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Bill115th CongressFiled Jun 25, 2018International Affairs
S.Res. 556

A resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to hold the Ortega regime accountable for acts of violence and human rights abuses perpetrated against the Nicaraguan people.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jun 25, 2018)

Condemns the violence perpetrated against the citizens of Nicaragua by the Ortega regime and affiliated armed groups, and calls on the government of Nicaragua to enact constitutional and legal reforms to better protect its citizens.

Calls on the President to impose sanctions against any person responsible for gross violations of human rights or acts of significant corruption in Nicaragua.

What just happenedJun 25, 2018

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4370-4371)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL](R-FL)Sponsor
9 cosponsors5 D4 R
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  1. Jun 25, 2018IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4370-4371)

    Foreign Relations Committee
  2. Jun 25, 2018IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

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