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Recognizing Rwanda Genocide 30th Anniversary and Commitment to Atrocity Prevention.

This House of Representatives resolution commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Rwandan genocide, honoring the victims. It emphasizes the importance of atrocity prevention and justice as core principles of U.S. foreign policy, potentially influencing future government actions in response to similar humanitarian crises globally.
Key points
The U.S. House of Representatives recognizes the 30th anniversary of the Rwandan genocide and mourns its victims.
It expresses profound regret for the inadequate response of the U.S. and international community to the genocide.
Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to the goals of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide.
Highlights the importance of atrocity prevention and justice as fundamental principles of American foreign policy.
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Additional Information
Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Rwanda and joining people in Rwanda and around the world in remembering and mourning the victims of the genocide.
Print number: HRES 1171
Sponsor: Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]
Process start date: 2024-04-26