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H.R. 301 (113th)

To provide for the establishment of the Special Envoy to Promote Religious Freedom of Religious Minorities in the Near East and South Central Asia.

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Introduced

15 January 2013

Last action

19 September 2013 · Introduced

Status

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Sponsors

Rep. Wolf, Frank R. [R-VA-10], Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-18], Rep. Holt, Rush [D-NJ-12], Rep. Griffith, H. Morgan [R-VA-9], Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI], Rep. Pitts, Joseph R. [R-PA-16], Rep. Franks, Trent [R-AZ-8], Rep. Duncan, Jeff [R-SC-3], Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4], Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11], Rep. Conyers, John, Jr. [D-MI-13], Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2], Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-32], Rep. Sires, Albio [D-NJ-13], Rep. Roskam, Peter J. [R-IL-6], Rep. Gowdy, Trey [R-SC-4], Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12], Rep. Huelskamp, Tim [R-KS-1], Rep. Ellmers, Renee L. [R-NC-2], Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9], Rep. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-5], Rep. Fortenberry, Jeff [R-NE-1], Rep. Huizenga, Bill [R-MI-4], Rep. Rogers, Mike D. [R-AL-3], Rep. Bachmann, Michele [R-MN-6], Rep. Hartzler, Vicky [R-MO-4], Rep. Pittenger, Robert [R-NC-9], Rep. Bridenstine, Jim [R-OK-1], Rep. Poe, Ted [R-TX-2], Rep. Sensenbrenner, F. James, Jr. [R-WI-5], Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6], Rep. Rohrabacher, Dana [R-CA-48], Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-25], Rep. Levin, Sander M. [D-MI-12], Rep. King, Peter T. [R-NY-2], Rep. Stockman, Steve [R-TX-36], Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28], Rep. Johnson, Bill [R-OH-6], Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30], Rep. Larson, John B. [D-CT-1], Rep. Meadows, Mark [R-NC-11], Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-18], Rep. Griffin, Tim [R-AR-2], Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK], Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND], Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9], Rep. Forbes, J. Randy [R-VA-4], Rep. Duffy, Sean P. [R-WI-7]

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Summary

Directs the President to appoint a Special Envoy to Promote Religious Freedom of Religious Minorities in the Near East and South Central Asia within the Department of State. Requires the Special Envoy to: (1) promote the right of religious freedom of religious minorities in the countries of the Near East and South Central Asia, denounce the violation of such right, and recommend appropriate U.S government responses to such violations; (2) monitor and combat acts of religious intolerance and incitement targeted against such religious minorities; (3) ensure that the needs of such religious minority communities are addressed, including economic and security needs directly tied to religious-based discrimination and persecution; (4) work with foreign governments of such countries to address inherently discriminatory laws; and (5) coordinate and assist in the preparation of specified reports required by the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 and the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998. Authorizes the Special Envoy, subject to direction by the President and the Secretary of State, to represent the United States in matters and cases relevant to religious freedom in: (1) contacts with foreign governments, intergovernmental organizations, and specialized agencies of the United Nations (U.N.), the Organization of Security and Cooperation in Europe, and other international organizations; and (2) multilateral conferences and meetings relevant to religious freedom. Requires the Special Envoy to give priority to programs, projects, and activities for Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. Declares that this Act shall cease to be effective on October 1, 2018.

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Timeline

  1. 15 January 2013

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 15 January 2013

    Introduced

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E31)

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 15 January 2013

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 15 January 2013

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  5. 15 March 2013

    Referred

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

    Source: Committee

  6. 17 September 2013

    Vote

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

    Source: Floor

  7. 17 September 2013

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 301.

    Source: Floor

  8. 17 September 2013

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5564-5567)

    Source: Floor

  9. 17 September 2013

    Floor

    Mr. Royce moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

    Source: Floor

  10. 18 September 2013

    Vote

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 22 (Roll no. 465). (text: CR 9/17/2013 H5564-5565)

    Source: Floor

  11. 18 September 2013

    Vote

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 22 (Roll no. 465).(text: CR 9/17/2013 H5564-5565)

    Source: Floor

  12. 18 September 2013

    Floor

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5606)

    Source: Floor

  13. 19 September 2013

    Introduced

    Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

    Source: IntroReferral

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