Elie Wiesel Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Act of 2018

United States115th CongressHR-3030House of Representatives
Updated: Jul 18, 2018

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Elie Wiesel Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Act of 2018 (Sec. 3) This bill states that it shall be U.S. policy to regard the prevention of genocide and other atrocities as in its national security interests. (Sec. 4) The Foreign Service Act of 1980 is amended to provide for the training of Foreign Service officers in recognizing patterns of escalation and early warning signs of potential atrocities or violence, including gender-based violence, and methods of conflict assessment, peace building, and early response. (Sec. 5) The President shall report to Congress regarding U.S. actions to prevent and respond to potential genocides and mass atrocities and countries and regions at risk of atrocities, including descriptions of potential perpetrators and target groups.

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S-1158: Elie Wiesel Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Act of 2018

Became Public Law No: 115-441.

  1. Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6343-6344)

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  2. On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 406 - 5 (Roll no. 334). (text: CR H6315-6316)

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  3. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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  4. Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 521.

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