S.Res. 317 (112th): A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the liberation of Libya from the dictatorship led by Muammar Qaddafi.

Introduced:
Nov 08, 2011 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Sen. John Kerry [D-MA]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This resolution was introduced on November 8, 2011, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Nov 08, 2011
Referred to Committee Nov 08, 2011
Cosponsors
3 cosponsors (2R, 1I) (show)
Committees

Senate Foreign Relations

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Last updated Nov 08, 2011.
5 pages

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11/8/2011--Introduced.
Congratulates the people of Libya for their courage in liberating themselves from the despotic regime of Muammar Qaddafi. Commends the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces and their coalition partners for their bravery and professionalism.
Supports the democratic aspirations of the people of Libya and welcomes the Libyan Declaration of Liberation by the National Transitional Council. Affirms the U.S. national interest in a Libyan transition to democracy.
Urges the swift establishment of a transitional authority in Libya that is inclusive and representative of the Libyan people.

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