United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HRES 527 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding Tunisia's peaceful Jasmine Revolution.

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

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  3. Died in session

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.

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Summary

Congratulates the people of Tunisia for holding the first multi-party democratic elections since the outbreak of popular revolutions throughout the Middle East and North Africa in 2011. Commends the Tunisian independent electoral commission for conducting a free and credible election. Affirms the U.S. national interest in a transition to democracy and economic prosperity in Tunisia. Urges increased U.S. engagement with the Tunisian government and people. Reaffirms the friendship between the people of the United States and the people of Tunisia.

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Action History

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

  2. 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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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 527 do?
Congratulates the people of Tunisia for holding the first multi-party democratic elections since the outbreak of popular revolutions throughout the Middle East and North Africa in 2011. Commends the Tunisian independent electoral commission for conducting a free and credible election. Affirms the U.S. national interest in a transition to democracy and economic prosperity in Tunisia. Urges increased U.S. engagement with the Tunisian government and people. Reaffirms the friendship between the people of the United States and the people of Tunisia.
Who sponsors HRES 527?
HRES 527 is sponsored by Christopher Murphy (D).
What is the current status of HRES 527?
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 527?
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