United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

HRES 134 — Condemning the Government of Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.

Last action — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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Summary

Condemns the government of Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights. Calls on the government of Iran to release imprisoned Baha'i leaders, educators, and all other prisoners held on account of their religion. Calls on the President and Secretary of State, in cooperation with responsible nations, to condemn Iran's continued violation of human rights and demand the release of prisoners held on account of their religion. Urges the President and Secretary to utilize all available measures, such as those available under the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010 and Executive Order 13553, to sanction Iranian government officials and other individuals directly responsible for human rights violations in Iran, including against the Baha'i community.

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Action History

  1. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  2. On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR 12/31/2012 H7500-7501)

  3. Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7560)

  4. At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Engel objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn.

  5. DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 134.

  6. Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7500-7503)

  7. Ms. Ros-Lehtinen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

  8. Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights.

  9. Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and South Asia .

  10. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 134 do?
Condemns the government of Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights. Calls on the government of Iran to release imprisoned Baha'i leaders, educators, and all other prisoners held on account of their religion. Calls on the President and Secretary of State, in cooperation with responsible nations, to condemn Iran's continued violation of human rights and demand the release of prisoners held on account of their religion. Urges the President and Secretary to utilize all available measures, such as those available under the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010 and Executive Order 13553, to sanction Iranian government officials and other individuals directly responsible for human rights violations in Iran, including against the Baha'i community.
Who sponsors HRES 134?
HRES 134 is sponsored by Robert Dold (R).
What is the current status of HRES 134?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HRES 134?
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