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S.Res. 68 (101st)

A resolution to express the Senate's condemnation of the threats aganist the author and publishers of Satanic Verses.

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Introduced

23 February 1989

Last action

28 February 1989 · Floor

Status

Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.

Sponsors

Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY], Sen. Pell, Claiborne [D-RI]

Subjects

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Source updated

1 July 2021

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Summary

Condemns as state-sponsored terrorism the threat of the Government of Iran and Ayatollah Khomeini to assassinate citizens of other countries on foreign soil. Expresses support for the publishers and booksellers who have printed, distributed, sold, and displayed The Satanic Verses despite the threats they have received. Applauds the President's statement of outrage at the Iranian Government's actions. Commends the European Community member states for withdrawing their diplomatic corps from Iran in response to such threats. Calls upon the President to take swift and proportionate action in the event that violent acts occur.

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Timeline

  1. 23 February 1989

    Floor

    Submitted in the Senate and held at the desk by unanimous consent.

    Source: Floor

  2. 23 February 1989

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 28 February 1989

    Floor

    Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.

    Source: Floor

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Indefinitely Postponed Senate (text)

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  • Indefinitely Postponed Senate (text)

    Indefinitely Postponed Senate · EN

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  • Held at Desk Senate (text)

    Held at Desk Senate · EN

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