United States 114th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HR 257 — To provide for United States participation in the Inter-Parliamentary Union, and for other purposes.

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 114th 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

To provide for United States participation in the Inter-Parliamentary Union, and for other purposes. Authorizes the Secretary of State to facilitate the U.S. readmission and participation in the Inter-Parliamentary Union, and to pay related annual membership expenses.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

  2. Introduced in House

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Not signed on (546)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 257 do?
To provide for United States participation in the Inter-Parliamentary Union, and for other purposes. Authorizes the Secretary of State to facilitate the U.S. readmission and participation in the Inter-Parliamentary Union, and to pay related annual membership expenses.
Who sponsors HR 257?
HR 257 is sponsored by Barbara Lee (D).
What is the current status of HR 257?
This bill died with 114th 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 HR 257?
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