H.Res. 160 · 116th Congress

Expressing concern about the threat posed to democracy and human rights by theocratic groups operating in South Asia.

Stage
In committee
Sponsor
Jim Banks
Introduced
2019-02-28
Latest action
2019-02-28 · Introduced in House

Summary

This resolution calls upon the governments of Bangladesh and Pakistan to stop Jamaat-e-Islami (an Islamist political party) from threatening regional stability and urges U.S. agencies to end partnerships with groups affiliated with Jamaat-e-Islami . Additionally, this resolution presses law enforcement to investigate the reported collaboration between the Hand for Relief and Development (a charitable organization) and a Pakistani terrorist organization.