US SR523 | 2015-2016 | 114th Congress
Status
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: Introduced on July 7 2016 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2016-07-07 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4922-4923; text as passed Senate: CR S4919)
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on July 7 2016 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2016-07-07 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4922-4923; text as passed Senate: CR S4919)
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
A resolution relating to the death of Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor, powerful advocate for peace and human rights, and award-winning author. Extends condolences to the family of Elie Wiesel, an award-winning author who helped the world understand the horrors of the Holocaust and gave a voice to those who suffered and perished in Nazi death camps. Honors Wiesel's lifelong commitment to advancing human dignity, freedom, and respect throughout the world. Expresses continued support for human rights and protection of religious liberty. Expresses admiration for Wiesel's legacy as an example and advocate of the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of evil.
Title
A resolution relating to the death of Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor, powerful advocate for peace and human rights, and award-winning author.
Sponsors
History
Date | Chamber | Action |
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2016-07-07 | Senate | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4922-4923; text as passed Senate: CR S4919) |
Subjects
Art, artists, authorship
Congressional tributes
Europe
Germany
Human rights
International affairs
Literature
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
World history
Congressional tributes
Europe
Germany
Human rights
International affairs
Literature
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
World history
US Congress State Sources
Type | Source |
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Summary | https://www.congress.gov/bill/114th-congress/senate-resolution/523/all-info |
Text | https://www.congress.gov/114/bills/sres523/BILLS-114sres523ats.pdf |