Expressing the strong concern of the House of Representatives about the actions of the Taliban in Swat, Pakistan, to restrict girls' access to education.

Summary

Urges the government of Pakistan to take measures to reverse the obstacles to girls' education in Swat, Pakistan, that are being imposed by the Taliban. Encourages the Secretary of State to address this situation which could have a devastating impact and spread to other parts of Pakistan.

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Timeline

1. 18 March 2009

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   Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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2. 18 March 2009

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   Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E699-700)

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3. 18 March 2009

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   Introduced in House

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4. 18 March 2009

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   Introduced in House

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Sponsors

• CAROLYN MALONEY · D · Sponsor
• Rep. Hinchey, Maurice D. [D-NY-22] · D · Sponsor
• Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51] · D · Sponsor
• Rep. McDermott, Jim [D-WA-7] · D · Cosponsor
• Rep. Woolsey, Lynn C. [D-CA-6] · D · Cosponsor
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