A bill aiming for peace
Legislation aimed at stopping Joseph Kony and helping the countless children whose lives are at risk as long as he roams free has just been introduced in Congress. If passed, the LRA Disarmament and Northern Uganda Recovery Act of 2009 would be the most significant action ever taken by our leaders to end this crisis.
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Starting November 18, activists across the country will be leading the charge to get this bill across the finish line and onto President Obama's Desk. You should join them in making history. Click here to read more about how you can be part of the most significant action ever taken by the US government to finally end this conflict.
Use the links below to learn about the LRA Disarmament and Northern Uganda Recovery Act - and how it can contribute to the permanent end of one of Africa's longest and most violent conflicts.
- What the bill does: This historic legislation has two primary objectives--- to stop Joseph Kony and to contribute to lasting peace in the region. Click here to find out how the legislation meets those goals.
- What the bill says: Click here to read or download the full text of the LRA Disarmament and Northern Uganda Recovery Act.
- Current cosponsors: See which Members of Congress have agreed to cosponsor the bill.
- Current status: Find out where the bill currently is in the legislative process.
- Words of support from the bill's backers: From NGOs to US policymakers to civil society leaders in central Africa, people and organizations from all around the world are coming together to rally around this legislation. Click here to find out who has endorsed it.