United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HRES 566 — Condemning Dalit untouchability, the practice of birth-descent discrimination against Dalit people, which is widely practiced in India, Nepal, the Asian diaspora, and other South Asian nations, and calling on these countries to recognize the human rights of the Dalit people and end all forms of untouchability within their borders.

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.

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Summary

Condemns the practice of untouchability and the discriminatory treatment of the Dalits in South Asia and the Asian diaspora. Calls on the governments of India, Nepal, the Asian diaspora, and other South Asian nations to: (1) end all forms of untouchability and discrimination of the Dalit people, and (2) ensure respect for internationally recognized human rights for these minority groups. Demands that the international community put pressure on the governments of nations that still practice Dalit untouchability to end this practice and protect the fundamental rights of all Dalits within their borders.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.

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

  3. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 566 do?
Condemns the practice of untouchability and the discriminatory treatment of the Dalits in South Asia and the Asian diaspora. Calls on the governments of India, Nepal, the Asian diaspora, and other South Asian nations to: (1) end all forms of untouchability and discrimination of the Dalit people, and (2) ensure respect for internationally recognized human rights for these minority groups. Demands that the international community put pressure on the governments of nations that still practice Dalit untouchability to end this practice and protect the fundamental rights of all Dalits within their borders.
Who sponsors HRES 566?
HRES 566 is sponsored by Eleanor Norton (D).
What is the current status of HRES 566?
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 566?
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