SRES 573 · 109th Congress · International Affairs

A resolution calling on the United States Government and the international community to support the successful transition from conflict to sustainable peace in Uganda.

Introduced 2006-09-19· Sponsored by Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI]· Senate

Bill Progress

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Committee
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9731-9732; text as passed Senate: CR S9732; text of measure as introduced: CR S9729)(2006-09-19)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Commends the delegates from the government of Uganda and the Lord's Resistance Army for agreeing to a cessation of hostilities. Recognizes the government of Southern Sudan's leadership in mediating the cessation of hostilities and establishing a framework for peace. Expresses the support of the citizens of the United States for the people of Uganda who have endured decades of violence resulting from that conflict. Entreats all parties to address issues of accountability and impunity for war crimes and crimes against humanity and to support national reconciliation efforts. Encourages the government of Uganda to improve the professionalism of its military personnel, with an emphasis on enhancing respect for human rights, accountability for abuses, and effective protection of civilians. Urges the government of Uganda to augment its resettlement plan by: (1) expanding social services; (2) deploying professional civil servants; and (3) developing the legal, political, and security infrastructure necessary to facilitate the freedom of movement of civilians to their homes, land, and areas within and around camps, and essential to fulfill the needs of returnees and former combatants. Calls…

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Cosponsors (10)

6 Democrats4 Republicans