Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should support the principles of democracy and…

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Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should support the principles of democracy and constitutional rule in the Republic of Haiti, and for other purposes.

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34 cosponsors · 34 D

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What it does: CRS summary · Introduced in House · Feb 25, 2004

Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States: (1) should support the principles of democracy and constitutional rule in the Republic of Haiti and oppose attempts to remove President Aristide from office; (2) should condemn the violent activities of groups of thugs, former members of Haiti's disbanded army, and paramilitary organizations; and (3) working with the United Nations, the Organization of American States, and other countries, should immediately provide assistance to strengthen and professionalize the Haitian police force in order to enable it to restore law and order and preserve democracy in Haiti.

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov

About this bill and sources

Official title: Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should support the principles of democracy and constitutional rule in the Republic of Haiti, and for other purposes.

Latest action (Feb 25, 2004): Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.

Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: House · Introduced: Feb 25, 2004

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No recorded floor vote found.