S.Res. 525 (112th): A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Oswaldo Paya Sardinas.

Introduced:
Jul 24, 2012 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Sen. Bill Nelson [D-FL]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)

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Status

This simple resolution was agreed to on July 31, 2012. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Jul 24, 2012
Referred to Committee Jul 24, 2012
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) Jul 31, 2012
Cosponsors
6 cosponsors (3D, 2R, 1I) (show)
Committees

Senate Foreign Relations

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Last updated Jul 31, 2012.
4 pages

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7/31/2012--Passed Senate amended.
Honors the life, bravery, and leadership of Oswaldo Paya Sardinas, and offers condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones.
Calls on the United States to continue policies that promote religious freedom, democracy, and human rights in Cuba. Calls on the government of Cuba to:
(1) allow an impartial, third-party investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Oswaldo Paya Sardinas; and
(2) provide its citizens with internationally accepted standards for civil and human rights and the opportunity to vote in free and fair elections.
Condemns the government of Cuba for the detention of nearly 50 pro-democracy activists following the memorial service for Oswaldo Paya Sardinas.

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