To provide that no United States assistance may be provided to Pakistan until Dr. Shakil Afridi is freed.

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Bill Number

HR 5924

Introduced

Jun 7, 2012

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Asia Congressional oversight Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation Detention of persons Foreign aid and international relief Health personnel Human rights International Affairs Pakistan Refugees, asylum, displaced persons Sanctions Terrorism

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Summary

Prohibits any direct U.S. assistance to the government of Pakistan unless the President certifies to Congress that: (1) Dr. Shakil Afridi has been released from prison in Pakistan and any criminal charges brought against Dr. Afridi, including treason, have been dropped; and (2) if necessary to ensure his freedom, Dr. Afridi has been allowed to leave Pakistan.

Actions

Jun 7, 2012

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jun 7, 2012

Introduced in House

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