Urging the Government of Afghanistan, following a successful first round of the presidential election on April 5, 2014, to pursue a transparent, credible, and inclusive run-off presidential election on June 14, 2014, while ensuring the safety of voters, candidates, poll workers, and election observers.

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Commends the government of Afghanistan for holding a successful first round of the presidential election and expresses support for a credible second round on June 14, 2014. Supports the mandate of Afghan electoral bodies such as the Independent Election Commission (IEC) and the Electoral Complaints Commission (ECC) to administer polls to prevent fraud and misconduct. Encourages the government of Afghanistan to implement measures that will increase voter participation, particularly among the Afghan female population. Recognizes the determination of the Afghan people to exercise their right to vote and determine their country's destiny. Urges the government of Afghanistan to assure that fraudulent electoral activities do not take place during the runoff. Urges: (1) communication between the IEC and the Afghanistan National Security Forces (ANSF) to provide security for vulnerable areas of the country during the election period; and (2) the ANSF to ensure the safety of voters, candidates, poll workers, and election observers. Encourages all elements of Afghan society to refrain from fomenting disturbances in voting areas. Recognizes the sacrifices of U.S. and coalition armed forces to Afghanistan's security and stability.

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• Engrossed in House (text)

  Engrossed in House · EN · 9 June 2014

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• Engrossed in House (PDF)

  Engrossed in House · EN · 9 June 2014

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• Passed House amended

  summary · EN · 9 June 2014

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• Introduced in House (text)

  Introduced in House · EN · 28 May 2014

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  Introduced in House · EN · 28 May 2014

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• Introduced in House

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