Expressing support for democracy in Nepal that will require the full participation of the people of Nepal in the political process to hold elections for a constituent assembly and draft a new constitution and calling upon the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist to adhere to commitments it has made and to respect human rights.

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Reiterates support for democracy in Nepal. Recognizes that the full participation of the people of Nepal will be required to hold elections for a constituent assembly and draft a new constitution. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Seven-Party Alliance Government should: (1) continue its role in developing a new democracy; (2) hold an election for a constituent assembly; (3) draft a constitution; and (4) implement the will of the people of Nepal. States that the Maoists must: (1) lay down their weapons before joining the interim government; (2) respect human rights; (3) implement what they have agreed to with the Seven Party Alliance; (4) implement steps to show their commitment to competitive politics and a multiparty system; and (5) follow the rule of law and commit to press freedom.

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• Engrossed in House (text)

  Engrossed in House · EN · 6 December 2006

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• Engrossed in House (PDF)

  Engrossed in House · EN · 6 December 2006

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• Passed House amended

  summary · EN · 6 December 2006

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• Introduced in House (text)

  Introduced in House · EN · 27 September 2006

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• Introduced in House (PDF)

  Introduced in House · EN · 27 September 2006

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 27 September 2006

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