SJRES 20 · 112th Congress · International Affairs

A joint resolution authorizing the limited use of the United States Armed Forces in support of the NATO mission in Libya.

Introduced 2011-06-21· Sponsored by Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure withdrawn in Senate. (consideration: CR S4319)(2011-07-05)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the U.S. Armed Forces and coalition partners who are engaged in military operations to protect the people of Libya have demonstrated extraordinary bravery and should be commended; (2) the U.S. government should continue to support the aspirations of the people of Libya for political reform and self-government based on democratic and human rights; (3) the goal of U.S. policy in Libya, as stated by the President, is to achieve the departure from power of Muammar Qaddafi and his family, including through the use of diplomatic and economic pressure, so that a peaceful transition can begin to an inclusive government that ensures freedom and opportunity; and (4) the Qaddafi regime's funds that have been frozen by the United States should be returned to the people of Libya for their benefit, and the President should explore the possibility with the Transitional National Council of using some of such funds to reimburse North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) countries for expenses incurred in Operation Odyssey Dawn and Operation Unified Protector. Authorizes the President to continue the limited use of the U.S. Armed Forces in Libya in support of…

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S.J. Res. 20, A joint resolution authorizing the limited use of United States Armed Forces in support of the NATO mission in Libya

Jul 8, 2011

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Cosponsors (12)

6 Democrats5 Republicans1 Independent