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Bill113th CongressFiled Mar 13, 2014International Affairs
S.Res. 384

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate concerning the humanitarian crisis in Syria and neighboring countries, resulting humanitarian and development challenges, and the urgent need for a political solution to the crisis.

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What it doesSummary passed senate without amendment (Apr 3, 2014)

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

Condemns the unlawful use of violence against civilians by all parties to the conflict in Syria, particularly the violence and human rights violations by the government of Syria.

Urges all parties to halt indiscriminate attacks on civilians.

Affirms the neutrality of medical professionals providing humanitarian assistance and health care on a non-political basis.

Urges all parties in Syria to allow for access to humanitarian aid throughout the Syrian Arab Republic.

Supports the full implementation of United Nations (U.N.) Security Council Resolution 2139 calling for unimpeded access of humanitarian assistance to all Syrians.

Calls on the international community to assist the people of Syria in meeting basic needs, implement steps that prevent gender-based violence, and support neighboring countries and host communities that are supporting Syrian refugees.

Calls on international donors and aid agencies to integrate humanitarian relief and longer term development programs to address the protracted crisis in Syria.

Calls on the President to develop and submit to Congress a strategy for U.S. engagement in the Syrian humanitarian crisis.

What just happenedApr 3, 2014

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2166)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA](D-VA)Sponsor
26 cosponsors18 D7 R1 I
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  1. Apr 3, 2014Floor

    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2166)

  2. Apr 3, 2014Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2166)

  3. Apr 2, 2014Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 346.

  4. Apr 2, 2014Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  5. Apr 2, 2014Committee14000

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  6. Apr 1, 2014Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

    Foreign Relations Committee
  7. Mar 13, 2014IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1661-1662)

    Foreign Relations Committee
  8. Mar 13, 2014IntroReferralB00100

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1662)

  9. Mar 13, 2014IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Passed Senate without amendmentApr 3, 201482

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

Condemns the unlawful use of violence against civilians by all parties to the conflict in Syria, particularly the violence and human rights violations by the government of Syria.

Urges all parties to halt indiscriminate attacks on civilians.

Affirms the neutrality of medical professionals providing humanitarian assistance and health care on a non-political basis.

Urges all parties in Syria to allow for access to humanitarian aid throughout the Syrian Arab Republic.

Supports the full implementation of United Nations (U.N.) Security Council Resolution 2139 calling for unimpeded access of humanitarian assistance to all Syrians.

Calls on the international community to assist the people of Syria in meeting basic needs, implement steps that prevent gender-based violence, and support neighboring countries and host communities that are supporting Syrian refugees.

Calls on international donors and aid agencies to integrate humanitarian relief and longer term development programs to address the protracted crisis in Syria.

Calls on the President to develop and submit to Congress a strategy for U.S. engagement in the Syrian humanitarian crisis.

Reported to Senate without amendmentApr 2, 201480

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

Condemns the unlawful use of violence against civilians by all parties to the conflict in Syria, particularly the violence and human rights violations by the government of Syria.

Urges all parties to halt indiscriminate attacks on civilians.

Affirms the neutrality of medical professionals providing humanitarian assistance and health care on a non-political basis.

Urges all parties in Syria to allow for access to humanitarian aid throughout the Syrian Arab Republic.

Supports the full implementation of United Nations (U.N.) Security Council Resolution 2139 calling for unimpeded access of humanitarian assistance to all Syrians.

Calls on the international community to assist the people of Syria in meeting basic needs, implement steps that prevent gender-based violence, and support neighboring countries and host communities that are supporting Syrian refugees.

Calls on international donors and aid agencies to integrate humanitarian relief and longer term development programs to address the protracted crisis in Syria.

Calls on the President to develop and submit to Congress a strategy for U.S. engagement in the Syrian humanitarian crisis.

Introduced in SenateMar 13, 2014

Condemns the unlawful use of violence against civilians by all parties to the conflict in Syria, particularly the violence and human rights violations by the government of Syria.

Urges all parties to halt indiscriminate attacks on civilians.

Affirms the neutrality of medical professionals providing humanitarian assistance and health care on a non-political basis.

Urges all parties in Syria to allow for access to humanitarian aid throughout the Syrian Arab Republic.

Supports the full implementation of United Nations (U.N.) Security Council Resolution 2139 calling for unimpeded access of humanitarian assistance to all Syrians.

Calls on the international community to assist the people of Syria in meeting basic needs, implement steps that prevent gender-based violence, and support neighboring countries and host communities that are supporting Syrian refugees.

Calls on international donors and aid agencies to integrate humanitarian relief and longer term development programs to address the protracted crisis in Syria.

Calls on the President to develop and submit to Congress a strategy for U.S. engagement in the Syrian humanitarian crisis.

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