H.Res. 561 · 119th Congress · House

Honoring the life and legacy of Father Stan, a prominent human rights activist who died while in custody of the Indian State on July 5, 2021, and encouraging India to pursue an independent investigation into his arrest, incarceration, and death.

Active· Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Introduced
Jun 27, 25
Passed House
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Passed Senate
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Sent to President
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Signed into Law
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Executive Summary

This resolution encourages India to pursue an independent investigation into the arrest, incarceration, and death of Father Stanislaus Lourduswamy (also known as Father Stan), a prominent human rights activist who died while in custody on July 5, 2021.

The resolution also states that (1) the mistreatment and incarceration of individuals advocating for human rights cannot persist, and (2) freedom of expression is a fundamental human right.

Action Timeline

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  1. JUN 27, 2025IntroReferral

    Submitted in House

  2. JUN 27, 2025IntroReferral

    Submitted in House

  3. JUN 27, 2025IntroReferral

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Committees

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Foreign Affairs Committee

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Referred: Jun 27, 2025

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