H.Res. 89 · 116th Congress
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should grant asylum to Aasiya Noreen, internationally known as Asia Bibi, and her immediate family, due to the persecution she has faced on account of her religion.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Ken Calvert
- Introduced
- 2019-01-30
- Latest action
- 2019-01-30 · Introduced in House
Summary
This resolution expresses support for granting asylum to Pakistan citizen Aasiya Noreen, internationally known as Asia Bibi, and her immediate family, due to religious persecution.
It also recognizes the importance of granting asylum to those individuals with legitimate claims of persecution for their religion, race, nationality, membership in a social group, or political belief.