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Massachusetts Senate Bill S2334

Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

Massachusetts Senate Bill S2334

Introduced
2/16/23  

Caption

Resolutions memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for a Syrian War Crimes Tribunal

Impact

The passing of S2334 would reaffirm Massachusetts's commitment to human rights and international justice. Should Congress act on this resolution, it could impact U.S. foreign policy regarding the Syrian conflict and human rights violations, potentially leading to increased public and governmental awareness in seeking accountability for war crimes. Moreover, it could also enhance pressure on international bodies to address the humanitarian issues and seek justice for crimes committed in Syria.

Summary

Bill S2334 proposes a resolution urging the Massachusetts delegation to Congress and the United States Congress to support the formation of a Syrian War Crimes Tribunal under the International Criminal Court. The legislation highlights the severe humanitarian crisis faced by the Syrian population, characterized by extensive violence resulting in a significant number of fatalities and refugees. The resolution reflects a strong moral imperative to pursue justice for the victims of these atrocities and aims to galvanize legislative support for the tribunal.

Contention

While the bill seeks to address a critical humanitarian issue, there may be potential points of contention regarding its implications for U.S. diplomatic relations and military strategy in the region. Some lawmakers may argue against the resolution due to concerns related to the complexities of international law and the feasibility of establishing a tribunal. Others might express skepticism about the effectiveness of such actions in actually mitigating the humanitarian crisis or bringing about justice, particularly in terms of their impact on the ongoing conflict.

Latest S2334 Activity

Companion Bills

MA H3262

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MA S2651

Replaced by Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to veterans matters.

Previously Filed As

MA S2474

Resolve memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for, and support of Syrian War Crimes Procedures

MA S2333

Resolutions memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for general support of NATO, and public education regarding this subject matter

MA S2332

Resolutions memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for official, and general support of a Federal ERA, suitably amending The Constitution of The United States, and encouraging public education regarding this subject matter

MA S2475

Resolve for memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for general support of NATO, and public education, regarding this subject

MA S2476

Resolve for memorializing the Massachusetts Delegation, and the United States Congress, on the need for official, and general support of a Federal ERA, and public education, regarding this subject

MA H3484

Resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to declare the city of Quincy as the most patriotic city in America

MA H3828

Resolutions memorializing the Congress of the United States to declare the city of Quincy as the most patriotic city in America

MA S2651

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to veterans matters.

MA H3844

Resolutions proclaiming that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts supports admitting Washington, D.C. into the Union as a state of the United States of America

MA S2021

Providing for the creation of a Massachusetts COVID-19 Memorial

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