United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

HRES 459 — Encouraging any new government convened in Egypt to fully allow for the freedom of religion.

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and South Asia .

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Summary

Encourages any new government convened in Egypt to fully allow for the freedom of religion. Expresses the belief that Egyptian law should provide for such freedom, including freedom of conversion and freedom to build houses of worship. Recommends the release of Coptic Christian prisoners from the spring 2011 protests, unless all due legal processes are timely followed. Urges the issuance of permanent licenses to monasteries, churches, synagogues, and other places of worship to build boundary fences for their safety and protection.

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Action History

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

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

  3. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 459 do?
Encourages any new government convened in Egypt to fully allow for the freedom of religion. Expresses the belief that Egyptian law should provide for such freedom, including freedom of conversion and freedom to build houses of worship. Recommends the release of Coptic Christian prisoners from the spring 2011 protests, unless all due legal processes are timely followed. Urges the issuance of permanent licenses to monasteries, churches, synagogues, and other places of worship to build boundary fences for their safety and protection.
Who sponsors HRES 459?
HRES 459 is sponsored by Robert Aderholt (R).
What is the current status of HRES 459?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” 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 459?
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