H.Res. 1210 · 117th Congress

Affirming the role of the United States in eliminating sexual violence in conflict.

Stage
In committee
Sponsor
Grace Meng
Introduced
2022-06-28
Latest action
2022-06-28 · Introduced in House

Summary

This resolution affirms the leadership and commitment of the U.S. government in efforts to prevent conflict-related sexual violence and to support and protect survivors of such violence.

The resolution calls on the United States to ensure mechanisms to hold perpetrators of sexual violence accountable are included in peacebuilding resolutions, and that women participate fully in such peace processes in accordance with the Women, Peace, and Security Act of 2017.