A resolution calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner, a citizen of the United States, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in February 2022.

12/29/2022, 6:48 PM

This resolution calls on the Russian government to immediately release Brittney Griner.

The resolution urges the United States, in all interactions with the Russian government, to raise the case of Brittney Griner and to press for her release.

The resolution further urges the Russian government to provide consular access to Brittney Griner while she remains in detention and to respect her human rights.

Finally, the resolution expresses support to the family of Brittney Griner and a commitment to bringing her home.

Bill 117 S.Res.716 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner, a US citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in February 2022. The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of American citizens abroad and condemns the unjust detention of Griner. It urges the Russian government to release Griner and allow her to return to the United States. The resolution also calls on the US government to take all necessary steps to secure Griner's release and ensure her safe return home. Overall, the resolution seeks to bring attention to Griner's situation and advocate for her swift release from detention in Russia.
Congress
117

Number
SRES - 716

Introduced on
2022-07-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/21/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution calls on the Russian government to immediately release Brittney Griner.

The resolution urges the United States, in all interactions with the Russian government, to raise the case of Brittney Griner and to press for her release.

The resolution further urges the Russian government to provide consular access to Brittney Griner while she remains in detention and to respect her human rights.

Finally, the resolution expresses support to the family of Brittney Griner and a commitment to bringing her home.

Bill 117 S.Res.716 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner, a US citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in February 2022. The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of American citizens abroad and condemns the unjust detention of Griner. It urges the Russian government to release Griner and allow her to return to the United States. The resolution also calls on the US government to take all necessary steps to secure Griner's release and ensure her safe return home. Overall, the resolution seeks to bring attention to Griner's situation and advocate for her swift release from detention in Russia.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner, a citizen of the United States, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in February 2022.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary8/10/2022

This resolution calls on the Russian government to immediately release Brittney Griner.

The resolution urges the United States, in all interactions with the Russian government, to raise the case of Brittney Griner and to press for her rel...


Latest Action7/21/2022
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3613)