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H.Res.620 / 115th Congress

Strongly condemning the terrorist attack in Mogadishu, Somalia on October 14, 2017, and expressing condolences and sympathies to the victims of the attack and their families.

Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.

Official summary

Version 00 · Introduced in House · Nov 14, 2017

Condemns the terrorist attack in Mogadishu, Somalia, on October 14, 2017. Honors the memories of Ahmed AbdiKarin Eyow, Mohamoud Elmi, and Abukar Dahie, who were murdered in such attack.

Recognizes the efforts to combat terrorism by the government of Somalia, the countries contributing troops to the African Union Mission in Somalia, and U.S. forces in Somalia. Reaffirms U.S. support for that government's efforts to achieve peace, security, and prosperity and to combat terrorism in Somalia.

Renews the solidarity between the people and governments of the United States and Somalia.

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Who introduced it

Rep. Ellison, Keith [D-MN-5] · D–MN

Committees

  • Foreign Affairs Committee
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  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.

  2. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

  3. Introduced in House

  4. Introduced in House

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