H.Res. 512 · 116th Congress
Calling for the global repeal of blasphemy, heresy, and apostasy laws.
- Stage
- Passed chamber resolution
- Sponsor
- Jamie Raskin
- Introduced
- 2019-07-23
- Latest action
- 2020-12-07 · On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 386 - 3, 1 Present (Roll no. 236).
Summary
This resolution calls on the President and the Department of State to (1) make the repeal of blasphemy, heresy, and apostasy laws a priority in bilateral relationships between the United States and countries that have such laws; (2) designate countries that enforce such laws as countries of particular concern for religious freedom; and (3) oppose efforts by the United Nations to implement an international anti-blasphemy norm. The resolution also calls on the governments of countries that enforce such laws to amend or repeal them and to release anyone imprisoned pursuant to them.