United States · Resolution · HRES
H.Res. 617 (113th)
Condemning the abduction of female students by armed militants from the terrorist group known as Boko Haram in northeastern provinces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Introduced
10 June 2014
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Summary
Supports the people of Nigeria, especially the parents and families of the girls abducted by Boko Haram in Borno state, and calls for their immediate and safe return. Condemns Boko Haram for its attacks on civilian targets, including schools, mosques, churches, villages, and agricultural centers. Encourages the government of Nigeria to strengthen efforts to protect children seeking an education and to hold those who conduct such attacks accountable. Commends U.S. efforts to hold terrorist organizations such as Boko Haram accountable, and supports U.S. offers to assist in the search for the abducted girls. Recognizes that every individual, regardless of gender, should have the opportunity to pursue an education without fear of discrimination. Encourages the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USDA) to continue supporting initiatives that promote the human rights of women and girls in Nigeria. Urges the President to strengthen U.S. security, law enforcement, and intelligence cooperation with Nigeria. Calls on the President to provide Congress with a comprehensive strategy to counter the growing threat posed by radical Islamist terrorist groups in West Africa, the Sahel, and North Africa.
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Engrossed in House (text)
Engrossed in House (text)
Engrossed in House · EN · 12 June 2014
Engrossed in House (PDF)
Engrossed in House · EN · 12 June 2014
Passed House without amendment
summary · EN · 12 June 2014
Introduced in House (text)
Introduced in House · EN · 10 June 2014
Introduced in House (PDF)
Introduced in House · EN · 10 June 2014
Introduced in House
summary · EN · 10 June 2014
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/113th-congress/house-resolution/617
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/113/hres/617