United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HRES 683 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the current situation in Iraq and the urgent need to protect religious minorities from persecution from the Sunni Islamist insurgent and terrorist group the Islamic State in Iraq and Levant (ISIL) as it expands its control over areas in northwestern Iraq.

Last action — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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Summary

Condemns the religious bigotry, property destruction, and violent attacks on and intimidation of innocent Iraqi civilians by armed extremists. Calls on the Department of State to work with the Kurdistan Regional government, the Iraqi government, neighboring countries, the diaspora community in the United States, the United Nations (U.N.) High Commissioner for Refugees, and other key stakeholders to help secure safe havens for those claiming amnesty in Iraq. Calls on the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations to work with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to document human rights abuses against Iraqi civilians and develop a plan to facilitate safe humanitarian access to potable water, health care, fuel, electricity, and basic security for the most vulnerable civilian populations. Calls upon the government of Iraq to protect the safety and constitutional rights of all Iraqi citizens. Requests the addition of a Special Representative for Religious Minorities to be included in Prime Minister al-Maliki's newly reconstructed government. Reaffirms the Senate's commitments to promoting and protecting religious freedom around the world and providing relief to minority groups facing persecution.

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Action History

  1. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  2. On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.

  3. H.AMDT.1135 On agreeing to the Royce amendment (A002) Agreed to without objection.

  4. H.AMDT.1135 Amendment (A002) offered by Mr. Royce. (consideration: CR H7237; text: CR H7237)Amendment inserts a complete new preamble.

  5. H.AMDT.1134 On agreeing to the Royce amendment (A001) Agreed to without objection.

  6. H.AMDT.1134 Amendment (A001) offered by Mr. Royce. (consideration: CR H7237; text: CR H7237)Amendment inserts a complete new text.

  7. Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H7236-7237; text of measure as introduced: CR H7236-7237)

  8. Mr. Royce asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.

  9. Committee on Foreign Affairs discharged.

  10. Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.

  11. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

  12. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 683 do?
Condemns the religious bigotry, property destruction, and violent attacks on and intimidation of innocent Iraqi civilians by armed extremists. Calls on the Department of State to work with the Kurdistan Regional government, the Iraqi government, neighboring countries, the diaspora community in the United States, the United Nations (U.N.) High Commissioner for Refugees, and other key stakeholders to help secure safe havens for those claiming amnesty in Iraq. Calls on the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations to work with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to document human rights abuses against Iraqi civilians and develop a plan to facilitate safe humanitarian access to potable water, health care, fuel, electricity, and basic security for the most vulnerable civilian populations. Calls upon the government of Iraq to protect the safety and constitutional rights of all Iraqi citizens. Requests the addition of a Special Representative for Religious Minorities to be included in Prime Minister al-Maliki's newly reconstructed government. Reaffirms the Senate's commitments to promoting and protecting religious freedom around the world and providing relief to minority groups facing persecution.
Who sponsors HRES 683?
HRES 683 is sponsored by Juan Vargas (D).
What is the current status of HRES 683?
This bill died with 113th 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 HRES 683?
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