US Congress House Resolution 821 (Prior Session Legislation)

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Sponsorship: Bipartisan Bill
Status: Introduced on July 12 2016 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2016-07-14 - Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Urging the Government of Gabon to respect democratic principles during the August 2016 presidential elections. Calls on the Gabonese government to: hold orderly, peaceful, free, and fair presidential elections in August 2016 in order to ensure stability and long-term growth of Gabon; guarantee fair and open participation of opposition parties; and guarantee the freedom of speech and assembly of all Gabonese citizens. Encourages continued efforts toward the consolidation of democracy through increased dialogue and concrete actions to address the constitutional and legal framework of electoral systems. Expresses support for Gabonese organizations that work to further strengthen democratic processes. Calls on: (1) the citizens of Gabon to fully and peacefully participate in the presidential elections; and (2) the United States and other international partners to help create an environment that facilitates open communication, guarantees free and fair elections, encourages voter participation, and fosters a robust civil society.

Urging the Government of Gabon to respect democratic principles during the August 2016 presidential elections.

Rep. Christopher Smith [R-NJ]	Rep. Eliot Engel [D-NY]	Rep. Edward Royce [R-CA]	Rep. Gregory Meeks [D-NY]
Rep. David Cicilline [D-RI]

Date	Chamber	Action
2016-07-14	House	Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
2016-07-14	House	Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
2016-07-12	House	Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
2016-07-12	House	Introduced in House

Type	Source
Summary	https://www.congress.gov/bill/114th-congress/house-resolution/821/all-info
Text	https://www.congress.gov/114/bills/hres821/BILLS-114hres821ih.pdf