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Bill113th CongressFiled Jul 30, 2014International Affairs
S.Res. 530

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the current situation in Iraq and the urgent need to protect religious minorities from persecution from the terrorist group the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).

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What it doesSummary passed senate amended (Sep 18, 2014)

Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to promoting and protecting religious freedom around the world.

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, and other key stakeholders to address the plight of Iraqi minority groups seeking protection from persecution in Iraq.

Requests the government of Iraq to prioritize the issue of protecting religious minorities and enact and enforce laws protecting religious freedom.

Urges the President to ensure timely visa processing for Iraq's minority groups fleeing religious persecution.

What just happenedSep 18, 2014

Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5878; text as passed Senate: CR S5878)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH](R-OH)Sponsor
44 cosponsors13 D31 R
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  • Reported to SenateSep 18, 2014
  • Agreed to SenateSep 18, 2014
  • Introduced in SenateJul 30, 2014
  1. Sep 18, 2014Floor

    Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5878; text as passed Senate: CR S5878)

  2. Sep 18, 2014Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5878; text as passed Senate: CR S5878)

  3. Sep 18, 2014Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 575.

  4. Sep 18, 2014Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title and with an amended preamble. Without written report.

  5. Sep 18, 2014Committee14000

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title and with an amended preamble. Without written report.

  6. Sep 18, 2014Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

  7. Jul 30, 2014IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5141)

  8. Jul 30, 2014IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Passed Senate amendedSep 18, 201435

Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to promoting and protecting religious freedom around the world.

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, and other key stakeholders to address the plight of Iraqi minority groups seeking protection from persecution in Iraq.

Requests the government of Iraq to prioritize the issue of protecting religious minorities and enact and enforce laws protecting religious freedom.

Urges the President to ensure timely visa processing for Iraq's minority groups fleeing religious persecution.

Introduced in SenateJul 30, 2014

Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to promoting and protecting religious freedom around the world and providing relief to minority groups facing persecution.

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, and other key stakeholders for those seeking safety and protection from religious persecution in Iraq.

Requests the addition of a Special Representative for Religious Minorities to be included in Iraq's government.

Urges the President to ensure timely visa processing for Iraq's minority groups fleeing religious persecution.