Congress 112 - HRES 583 - Expressing support for robust efforts by the United States to see Joseph Kony, the leader of the Lord's Resistance Army, and his top commanders brought to justice and the group's atrocities permanently ended.

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Africa Central African Republic Conflicts and wars Congressional tributes Democratic Republic of the Congo Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad Europe Foreign aid and international relief Human rights Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information International Affairs International organizations and cooperation Military assistance, sales, and agreements Military education and training Military operations and strategy Refugees, asylum, displaced persons Sanctions South Sudan Sudan Uganda War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

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Condemns the Lord's Resistance Army's (LRA) continued atrocities and calls for renewed efforts by the United States, governments in the affected region, and the international community to end the LRA's terror and bring Joseph Kony to justice.

Calls for the United States to place restrictions on individuals or governments, including the Republic of Sudan, found to be supporting in any way Joseph Kony or the LRA.

Stresses the importance that civilian protection be prioritized.

Urges Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of South Sudan, Republic of Sudan, and Central African Republic to work together to address the LRA threat.

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Jun 7, 2012

Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Jun 7, 2012

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
May 7, 2012

Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights.
Mar 13, 2012

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Mar 13, 2012

Introduced in House

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