H.R. 4011 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
North Korean Human Rights Act of 2004
H.R. 4011 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Mar 23, 2004, sponsored by Jim Leach with 29 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 23, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 29
- Policy area
- International Affairs
- Public law
- Public Law 108-333
What it does
North Korean Human Rights Act of 2004 - Title I: Promoting the Human Rights of North Koreans - (Sec. 101) Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the human rights of North Koreans should remain a key concern in future negotiations between the United States, North Korea, and other parties in Northeast Asia; (2) the United States should increase its support for radio broadcasting to North Korea; (3) the United Nations (UN) has…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jim Leach (R-IA). Co-sponsors: 12 Democrats, 17 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 23, 2004
- Passed the HouseJul 21, 2004
- Passed the SenateSep 28, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentOct 7, 2004
- Became lawOct 18, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-333. (Oct 18, 2004)
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Committees
- Foreign Relations Committee
- Judiciary Committee
- Foreign Affairs Committee
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