HCONRES 121 · 96th Congress · Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

A concurrent resolution condemning threats to religious minorities in Iran.

Introduced 1979-05-16· Sponsored by Rep. Solarz, Stephen J. [D-NY-13]· House

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Latest: Referred to House Committee on Foreign Affairs.(1979-05-16)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Urges the Iranian government to: (1) honor its pledges to safeguard minorities; and (2) provide adequate legal protection to religious minorities. Condemns: (1) the revolutionary tribunals' use of summary justice in Iran; and (2) the execution of an Iranian Jew based on his contacts with Israel and Zionism. Calls upon the President to: (1) apply the U.S. human rights policy to Iran; and (2) work through international forums to encourage the Iranian government to insure the rights of religious minorities.…

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Cosponsors (20)

16 Democrats4 Republicans