United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HRES 121 — Honoring Yoani Sanchez, a courageous blogger and activist for freedom in Cuba.

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

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 113th 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

Honors Yoani Sanchez, a blogger and activist for freedom in Cuba, for her ongoing efforts to challenge political, economic, and social oppression by the Castro regime. Supports the first amendment rights of all people in the United States and commends those individuals who have dedicated their lives to protecting and strengthening these rights in the face of adversity.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.

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

  3. Referred to House Judiciary

  4. Referred to House Foreign Affairs

  5. Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

  6. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E313)

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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 121 do?
Honors Yoani Sanchez, a blogger and activist for freedom in Cuba, for her ongoing efforts to challenge political, economic, and social oppression by the Castro regime. Supports the first amendment rights of all people in the United States and commends those individuals who have dedicated their lives to protecting and strengthening these rights in the face of adversity.
Who sponsors HRES 121?
HRES 121 is sponsored by Alcee Hastings (D).
What is the current status of HRES 121?
This bill died with 113th 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 121?
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