S.Res. 320 · 114th Congress
A resolution congratulating the people of Burma on their commitment to peaceful elections.
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- Senate Introduced Nov 19, 2015
- Senate Passed Dec 16, 2015
Congratulates the people of Burma for embracing democracy through their participation in the November 8, 2015, general elections and for their efforts in developing a democratic society.
What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate amended · Dec 16, 2015
(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on December 10, 2015. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Congratulates the people of Burma for embracing democracy through their participation in the November 8, 2015, general elections and for their efforts in developing a democratic society.
Recognizes the National League for Democracy's victory as a reflection of the will of the Burmese people.
Calls on the Union Solidarity Development Party to undertake a peaceful transfer of power to a new government.
Encourages all parties to pursue national reconciliation talks.
Recognizes that important impediments remain to the realization of full democratic and civilian government in Burma, including the reservation of unelected seats for the military and the disenfranchisement of groups including the Rohingya.
Calls on the government of Burma to support meaningful efforts to reform the 2008 Constitution of Burma.
Encourages the President to ensure that any changes in U.S. policy toward Burma, including the relaxation of any restrictions, are aligned with support for genuine democratic transition.
Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov
About this bill and sources
Official title: A resolution congratulating the people of Burma on their commitment to peaceful elections.
Latest action (Dec 16, 2015): Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8729-8730; text as passed Senate: CR S8729-8730)
Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Nov 19, 2015
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- Senate Introduced Nov 19, 2015
- Senate Passed Dec 16, 2015
No recorded floor vote found.