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H. Res. 1451:
Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission Establishment Resolution
110th Congress

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2007-2008

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9/24/2008--Passed House without amendment. (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission Establishment Resolution - Establishes in the House of Representatives the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission which shall promote in a nonpartisan manner internationally recognized human rights norms. Authorizes appropriations for the House Committee on Foreign Affairs to provide staff and resources for the Commission.
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