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Ending Impunity for Kosovo War Crimes: Support for Survivors

This U.S. Congress resolution expresses a stance on war crimes, particularly sexual ones, committed during the 1999 Kosovo war. It emphasizes the need to hold perpetrators accountable, especially in the case of U.S. citizen Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman. The aim is to ensure justice for victims and send a clear message that such acts will not go unpunished, potentially impacting citizens' sense of security and justice in similar situations.
Key points
The U.S. Congress calls for accountability for perpetrators of sexual war crimes from the 1999 Kosovo war, including in the case of Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman.
The resolution condemns the lack of convictions and urges the Serbian government to stop protecting perpetrators and prioritize investigations and prosecutions.
The United States will assist Serbia in prosecuting perpetrators and monitor its efforts to ensure full implementation of international commitments.
The case of Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman and other survivors of sexual violence is to remain a key bilateral priority between the U.S. and Serbia.
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Print number: 117_HCONRES_94
Sponsor: Rep. Allred, Colin Z. [D-TX-32]
Process start date: 2022-05-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the end of impunity of unpunished Serbian sexual war crimes during the 1999 Kosovo war in the case of United States citizen and sexual war crime survivor Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman and other survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HCONRES_94.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-05-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. Congress calls for accountability for perpetrators of sexual war crimes from the 1999 Kosovo war, including in the case of Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman.
  • The resolution condemns the lack of convictions and urges the Serbian government to stop protecting perpetrators and prioritize investigations and prosecutions.
  • The United States will assist Serbia in prosecuting perpetrators and monitor its efforts to ensure full implementation of international commitments.
  • The case of Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman and other survivors of sexual violence is to remain a key bilateral priority between the U.S. and Serbia.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Allred, Colin Z. [D-TX-32].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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