S.Res. 711 · 110th Congress

A resolution condemning the tragic and senseless death by stoning of a 13-year old girl from Somalia.

Stage
Passed chamber resolution
Introduced
2008-11-20
Latest action
2008-11-20 · Introduced in Senate

Summary

Condemns the tragic and senseless death by stoning of Aisha Ibrahim Duhulow.

Urges the international community to join the Senate in speaking out against this brutal act.

Urges the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia to: (1) undertake efforts to protect women and children in Somalia; (2) work to strengthen the rule of law as part of efforts to establish its authority; (3) promote equal and fair treatment of women; and (4) end the culture of impunity in Somalia.