United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

SRES 385 — A resolution condemning the Government of Iran for its continued persecution, imprisonment, and sentencing of Youcef Nadarkhani on the charge of apostasy.

Last action — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 431.

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Summary

Condemns Iran for its systemic violations of the human rights of the Iranian people, including the state-sponsored persecution of religious minorities in Iran, and its continued failure to uphold its international obligations, including with respect to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Calls on Iran to exonerate and release Youcef Nadarkhani and all other individuals held or charged on account of their religious or political beliefs. Calls on the Administration to designate Iranian officials for human rights abuses. Reaffirms that freedom of religious practice is a universal human right and a fundamental individual freedom that every government must protect.

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Action History

  1. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 431.

  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 S1205-1206)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SRES 385 do?
Condemns Iran for its systemic violations of the human rights of the Iranian people, including the state-sponsored persecution of religious minorities in Iran, and its continued failure to uphold its international obligations, including with respect to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Calls on Iran to exonerate and release Youcef Nadarkhani and all other individuals held or charged on account of their religious or political beliefs. Calls on the Administration to designate Iranian officials for human rights abuses. Reaffirms that freedom of religious practice is a universal human right and a fundamental individual freedom that every government must protect.
Who sponsors SRES 385?
SRES 385 is sponsored by David Vitter (R).
What is the current status of SRES 385?
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 385?
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