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Bill116th CongressFiled Sep 14, 2020International Affairs
S.Res. 689

A resolution condemning the crackdown on peaceful protestors in Belarus and calling for the imposition of sanctions on responsible officials.

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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Sep 14, 2020)

This resolution:

  • finds the 2020 presidential elections in Belarus to be undemocratic;
  • stands with the people of Belarus in their pursuit of democracy and human rights;
  • calls on Belarus to uphold its human rights obligations; and
  • urges the United States to respond to the events in Belarus, including through sanctions.

What just happenedSep 14, 2020

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5573-5574)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID](R-ID)Sponsor
27 cosponsors13 D14 R
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  1. Sep 14, 2020IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5573-5574)

    Foreign Relations Committee
  2. Sep 14, 2020IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

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