United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

SRES 453 — A resolution condemning the death sentence against Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag, a Sudanese Christian woman accused of apostasy.

Last action — S.AMDT.3231 Amendment SA 3231 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.

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Summary

Condemns the charge of apostasy and death sentence of Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag and calls for the release of her and her children. Encourages U.S. efforts to support religious freedom in Sudan, including by requiring before normalizing relations or lifting sanctions that Sudan abide by international standards of religious freedom. Urges the government of Sudan to ensure that the drafting process for the new constitution includes civil society leaders and representatives of all major political parties in order to ensure freedom of religion, respect for human rights, and recognition of Sudan as a multireligious, multiethnic, and multicultural nation. Recognizes that every individual should have the opportunity to practice his or her religion without fear of discrimination. Reaffirms the commitment of the United States to end religious discrimination and to pursue policies that guarantee the basic human rights of all individuals. Encourages the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to continue their support for initiatives worldwide that support religious freedom.

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Action History

  1. S.AMDT.3231 Amendment SA 3231 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.

  2. S.AMDT.3231 Amendment SA 3231 proposed by Senator Stabenow for Senator Rubio. (consideration: CR S3384; text: CR S3384)To amend the preamble.

  3. Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S3384)

  4. S.AMDT.3230 Amendment SA 3230 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.

  5. S.AMDT.3230 Amendment SA 3230 proposed by Senator Stabenow for Senator Rubio. (consideration: CR S3384; text: CR S3384)To make a technical correction.

  6. Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S3384)

  7. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.

  8. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3241-3242)

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Subjects

Africa Detention of persons Foreign aid and international relief Human rights Religion Sanctions Sudan Women's rights International affairs
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Frequently asked questions

What does SRES 453 do?
Condemns the charge of apostasy and death sentence of Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag and calls for the release of her and her children. Encourages U.S. efforts to support religious freedom in Sudan, including by requiring before normalizing relations or lifting sanctions that Sudan abide by international standards of religious freedom. Urges the government of Sudan to ensure that the drafting process for the new constitution includes civil society leaders and representatives of all major political parties in order to ensure freedom of religion, respect for human rights, and recognition of Sudan as a multireligious, multiethnic, and multicultural nation. Recognizes that every individual should have the opportunity to practice his or her religion without fear of discrimination. Reaffirms the commitment of the United States to end religious discrimination and to pursue policies that guarantee the basic human rights of all individuals. Encourages the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to continue their support for initiatives worldwide that support religious freedom.
Who sponsors SRES 453?
SRES 453 is sponsored by Marco Rubio (R).
What is the current status of SRES 453?
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 SRES 453?
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