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H.Res. 394 (113th)

Condemning the September 2013 terrorist attack at the Westgate Mall in Nairobi, Kenya, and reaffirming United States support for the people and Government of Kenya, and for other purposes.

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Introduced

29 October 2013

Last action

6 December 2013 · Referred

Status

Referred to the Subcommittee on Terrorism, Nonproliferation, and Trade.

Sponsors

Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37], Rep. Royce, Edward R. [R-CA-39], Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16], Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4], Rep. Rangel, Charles B. [D-NY-15], Rep. Lewis, John [D-GA-5], Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2], Rep. Ellison, Keith [D-MN-5], Rep. Lowenthal, Alan S. [D-CA-47], Rep. Cicilline, David N. [D-RI-1], Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-12], Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5], Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18], Rep. Rush, Bobby L. [D-IL-1], Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10], Rep. Moran, James P. [D-VA-8], Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7], Rep. Weber, Randy K. Sr. [R-TX-14], Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9], Rep. Poe, Ted [R-TX-2]

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5 December 2025

Summary

Condemns the atrocities and terrorist attack that occurred at the Westgate Mall in Nairobi, Kenya, from September 21 through 24, 2013. Offers condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who were killed in the attack and expresses hope for the recovery of the wounded, including U.S. citizens. Recognizes the many heroic acts by Kenyan citizens, first responders, and the Kenya Red Cross to rescue those caught in the Westgate Mall attack. Reaffirms U.S. support for the efforts of the government and people of Kenya to combat terrorism, promote tolerance, and bring the perpetrators of the Westgate Mall attack to justice. Commends Kenya's continued participation in the African Union Mission in Somalia. Recognizes Kenya as an important U.S. ally and partner.

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Timeline

  1. 29 October 2013

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 29 October 2013

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 29 October 2013

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 6 December 2013

    Referred

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

    Source: Committee

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