H.Res. 573: Condemning the abduction of female students by armed militants from the terrorist group known as Boko Haram in northeastern provinces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

113th Congress · introduced 2014-05-06 · International Affairs · Latest: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4535-4536)

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Where it came from: introduced 2014-05-06 · official record
Who proposed it: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24] · what a sponsor is
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Official title

Condemning the abduction of female students by armed militants from the terrorist group known as Boko Haram in northeastern provinces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Plain summary

Supports the people of Nigeria, especially the parents and families of the girls abducted by Boko Haram in Borno state, and calls for their immediate and safe return. Condemns Boko Haram for its attacks on civilian targets, including schools, mosques, churches, villages, and agricultural centers. Encourages the government of Nigeria to strengthen efforts to protect children seeking an education and to hold those who conduct such attacks accountable. Commends U.S. efforts to hold terrorist organizations such as Boko Haram accountable, and supports U.S. offers to assist in the search for the abducted girls. Recognizes that every individual, regardless of gender, should have the opportunity to pursue an education without fear of discrimination. Encourages the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USDA) to continue supporting initiatives that promote the human rights of women and girls in Nigeria. Urges the President to strengthen U.S. security, law enforcement, and intelligence cooperation with Nigeria. Calls on the President to provide Congress with a comprehensive strategy to counter the growing threat posed by radical Islamist terrorist groups in West Africa, the Sahel, and North Africa.

Congressional Research Service summary (Passed House amended), quoted unchanged (nonpartisan). Read the source.

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Condemning the abduction of female students by armed militants from the terrorist group known as Boko Haram in northeastern provinces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Source: Congressional Research Service summary (Passed House amended)

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Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24] · 135 cosponsors

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Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY), Lois Frankel (D-FL), Ami Bera (D-CA), Christopher H. Smith (R-NJ), Terri A. Sewell (D-AL), Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Steve Cohen (D-TN), Joyce Beatty (D-OH), Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA), Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY), Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO), James E. Clyburn (D-SC), Al Green (D-TX), Robin L. Kelly (D-IL), Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D-VA), Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Juan Vargas (D-CA), Randy K. Weber, Sr. (R-TX), Steven Horsford (D-NV), Hakeem S. Jeffries (D-NY), Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. (D-GA), Gwen Moore (D-WI), Maxine Waters (D-CA), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and 75 more.

Sponsor's campaign money: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24] reported raising $170,085 (2025–2026). Details. Shown for context only; it does not mean any donor supported this bill.

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Ballot initiative: A proposed law or constitutional amendment that citizens place on the ballot by gathering enough voter signatures, so voters decide it directly. About half the states allow some form of it.
Resolution: A formal statement or decision by a legislative body. Simple resolutions often only express an opinion or set rules for one chamber; they do not become law.
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Sources

Congressional Research Service summary (Passed House amended)
Congress.gov
Data: GovInfo BILLSTATUS bulk data (Library of Congress), BILLSTATUS-113hres573.xml <https://www.govinfo.gov/bulkdata/BILLSTATUS/113/hres>

Record fed-us-cong113-hres573 · catalog fed-us-congress-bills-cong113 · updated 2026-11-15 by psicol fed-bills-cong113