Introduced
S. RES. 52
February 4, 2025
Mr. Lankford (for himself, Mr. Coons, Mr. Tillis, and Mr. Kaine) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations
RESOLUTION
Recognizing religious freedom as a fundamental right, expressing support for international religious freedom as a cornerstone of United States foreign policy, and expressing concern over increased threats to and attacks on religious freedom around the world.
- (1) recognizes religious freedom as a fundamental human right;
- (2) recognizes the critical importance of religious freedom in—
- (A) supporting democracy, good governance, and the rule of law;
- (B) encouraging pluralism and robust political participation; and
- (C) fostering global stability and peace;
- (3) expresses grave concern over threats to religious freedom around the world, such as through harassment, violence, and imprisonment;
- (4) condemns all efforts to suppress religious freedom, including through the criminalization of—