A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Apr 28, 2021)
This resolution condemns Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the international covenants on human rights. Further, it calls on Iran to immediately release all imprisoned or detained Baha'is, and it urges the President and the Department of State to impose sanctions on Iranian officials and others who are responsible for serious human rights abuses, including abuses against Iran's Baha'i community.
What just happenedApr 28, 2021
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2297)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateApr 28, 2021
- Apr 28, 2021IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2297)
Foreign Relations Committee - Apr 28, 2021IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate