United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 I cosponsors

SRES 316 — A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding Tunisia's peaceful Jasmine Revolution.

Last action — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 248.

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Summary

Congratulates: (1) 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; and (2) all newly-elected members, and their parties, of the National Democratic Constituent Assembly. Commends the Tunisian electoral commission for conducting a free and transparent election. Affirms the U.S. national interest in Tunisia's democratic transition and economic prosperity, and urges increased cooperation with the Tunisian government and people. Reaffirms U.S.-Tunisia friendship.

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Action History

  1. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 248.

  2. Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Kerry without amendment and with an amended preamble. Without written report.

  3. Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

  4. Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7194-7195)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SRES 316 do?
Congratulates: (1) 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; and (2) all newly-elected members, and their parties, of the National Democratic Constituent Assembly. Commends the Tunisian electoral commission for conducting a free and transparent election. Affirms the U.S. national interest in Tunisia's democratic transition and economic prosperity, and urges increased cooperation with the Tunisian government and people. Reaffirms U.S.-Tunisia friendship.
Who sponsors SRES 316?
SRES 316 is sponsored by Joseph Lieberman (Independent).
What is the current status of SRES 316?
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 SRES 316?
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