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Congressional Research Service
Version 82 · Passed Senate without amendment · Nov 16, 2015
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Condemns the brutal attacks on the people of Paris that resulted in the death of at least 129 people, including one U.S. citizen, through shootings, hostage-taking, and suicide bombings of civilian targets.
Expresses the Senate's condolences and deepest sympathies for the victims and their family members.
Renews the solidarity of the people and government of the United States with the people and government of France.
Pledges support for the government of France to pursue justice against those involved in these attacks and to prevent future attacks.
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Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] · R–KY
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7970; text as passed Senate: CR S7970)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7970; text as passed Senate: CR S7970)
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