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S.Con.Res. 26 (108th)

A concurrent resolution condemning the punishment of execution by stoning as a gross violation of human rights, and for other purposes.

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20 March 2003

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Summary

Condemns the practice of execution by stoning as a gross violation of human rights, and appeals to the international community to end the practice. Requests the President to: (1) communicate this resolution formally to governments that permit this cruel punishment, and urge the termination of execution by stoning; and (2) direct the Secretary of State to work with the international community to promote adherence to international standards of human rights and repeal laws that permit execution by stoning.

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