2019-03-07 Passed Senate This resolution expresses support for International Women's Day and recognition that women's empowerment is inextricably linked to generating economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security. The resolution also reaffirms the Senate's commitment to end discrimination and violence against women and to pursue policies that guarantee fundamental human rights for women worldwide.

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2019-03-07 Introduced in Senate This resolution expresses support for International Women's Day and recognition that women's empowerment is inextricably linked to generating economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security. The resolution also reaffirms the Senate's commitment to end discrimination and violence against women and to pursue policies that guarantee fundamental human rights for women worldwide.

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