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H.Con.Res. 377 (97th)

A concurrent resolution condemning the persecution of the Baha'is by the Government of Iran and calling upon the President to take steps to bring an end to their persecution.

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Introduced

20 July 1982

Last action

28 July 1982 · Referred

Status

Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations.

Sponsors

Rep. Leach, James A. [R-IA-2], Rep. Derwinski, Edward J. [R-IL-4], Rep. Porter, John Edward [R-IL-10], Rep. Stark, Fortney Pete [D-CA-13], Rep. Kildee, Dale E. [D-MI-5], Rep. Pritchard, Joel [R-WA-1], Rep. McHugh, Matthew F. [D-NY-28], Rep. Hoyer, Steny H. [D-MD-5]

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Summary

Condemns the persecution of the Baha'is in Iran by the Iranian government. Urges the Iranian government to comply with its obligations to respect the human rights of the Baha'is. Calls upon the President to: (1) use every opportunity to emphasize the extent to which the United States condemns the religious persecution of the Baha'is; (2) urge foreign governments to appeal to the Iranian authorities to stop the execution and persecution of the Baha'is and to respect their right to religious freedom; (3) cooperate with the United Nations in its efforts on behalf of the Baha'is; and (4) take all necessary steps to assure that appropriate humanitarian aid is provided to Baha'is fleeing Iran.

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Timeline

  1. 20 July 1982

    Introduced

    Referred to House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 20 July 1982

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 20 July 1982

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 28 July 1982

    Referred

    Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East.

    Source: Committee

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