Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that protecting and advancing the rights of women and girls in the Republic of Haiti is critical to the success of Haiti's transition from crisis and its future stability, condemning the failure to center women's leadership and distinct needs to date, and calling for urgent measures to secure all human rights of women and girls in Haiti.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Summary
The House adopted a non‑binding resolution that condemns gender‑based violence in Haiti and calls for urgent steps to secure the human rights of women and girls. It urges Haiti’s transitional authorities and international partners to center women’s leadership and meet Haiti’s constitutional gender‑quota. The measure highlights the link between women’s inclusion and Haiti’s long‑term stability.
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