Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR143

Introduced
2/21/23  

Caption

Reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to fortify relations with the people and Government of Nigeria and calling for the country to commit to a peaceful, credible, and timely electoral process.

Impact

The resolution encourages the Nigerian government to enhance transparency and accountability in its electoral processes by improving access to voting materials and ensuring timely elections. It also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the United States and Nigeria in supporting democratic practices. By encouraging local civil society involvement in monitoring elections, the resolution aims to foster a more informed and engaged electorate, particularly among the youth, who represent a significant portion of the registered voters.

Summary

House Resolution 143 reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to strengthen relations with Nigeria and calls for a peaceful, credible, and timely electoral process in the country. The resolution highlights the challenges Nigeria faces, particularly regarding security concerns, government corruption, and the integrity of its electoral institutions. It recognizes the historical importance of upcoming elections and emphasizes the need for a robust electoral framework to support democratic processes.

Contention

While the resolution aims to support Nigeria's democratic process, there are points of contention regarding the pervasive issue of corruption that tarnishes public trust in electoral institutions. The resolution's call for accountability measures implies challenges that may arise in implementing reforms effectively, especially in the face of existing political dynamics that may resist such changes. Furthermore, differing perspectives on the U.S.'s role in Nigerian affairs may generate debate among lawmakers regarding the extent and approach of U.S. involvement in foreign electoral processes.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US HR548

Encouraging the Government of Sierra Leone to abide by their promise to a peaceful and credible electoral process.

US SR36

A resolution reinforcing the United States-Nigeria relationship and urging the Government of Nigeria to conduct free, fair, transparent, and inclusive elections in 2023.

US HR82

Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the need to designate Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern for engaging in and tolerating systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious freedom, the need to appoint a Special Envoy for Nigeria and the Lake Chad region, and for other purposes.

US HR146

Expressing strong support for the people of Moldova and for the Moldovan Government in their demonstrated commitment to advancing democracy, strengthening civil society, and European integration in the face of Russia's illegal and full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

US HR369

Supporting the United States-Thailand alliance and urging the Government of Thailand to protect and uphold democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and freedom of expression ahead of the 2023 general elections in Thailand, and for other purposes.

US HR607

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the majority of NATO member countries have failed to meet their defense spending commitment and that the United States should not continue to subsidize the security of countries that choose not to invest in their own defense.

US HR427

Recognizing 14 years since the end of the war in Sri Lanka on May 18, 2009, honoring the lives lost, and expressing support for justice, accountability, reconciliation, reconstruction, reparation, and reform in Sri Lanka to ensure a lasting peaceful political solution and a prosperous future for all people of Sri Lanka.

US SR191

A resolution recognizing widening threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in combating the growing threats of authoritarianism, misinformation, and disinformation, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2023.

US HR1192

Recognizing widening threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world, reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in countering the growing threats of authoritarianism, misinformation, and disinformation, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States Government in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2024.

US HR65

Reaffirming United States-Uzbekistan relations.

Similar Bills

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