United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HRES 521 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should work with the Government of Haiti to address gender-based violence against women and children.

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.

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  3. Died in session

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Summary

Sympathizes with the families of women and children victimized by sexual and other forms of gender-based violence in Haiti. Urges treatment of the issue of violence against women and children as a priority for U.S. humanitarian and reconstruction efforts in Haiti. Supports passage of Haiti's first comprehensive law on the prevention, punishment, and elimination of gender-based violence.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.

  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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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 521 do?
Sympathizes with the families of women and children victimized by sexual and other forms of gender-based violence in Haiti. Urges treatment of the issue of violence against women and children as a priority for U.S. humanitarian and reconstruction efforts in Haiti. Supports passage of Haiti's first comprehensive law on the prevention, punishment, and elimination of gender-based violence.
Who sponsors HRES 521?
HRES 521 is sponsored by Frederica Wilson (D).
What is the current status of HRES 521?
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 521?
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