Calling for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, a United States citizen and teacher, who was given an unjust and disproportionate criminal sentence by the Government of the Russian Federation in June 2022.

1/4/2024, 10:29 PM

This concurrent resolution calls on Russia to immediately release American citizen Marc Fogel and expresses that he has served more time in prison than his crimes can justify. It also urges Russia to respect Mr. Fogel's human rights and to provide full consular access to him while he remains in detention.

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 60 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, a US citizen and teacher who was given an unjust and disproportionate criminal sentence by the Government of the Russian Federation in June 2022. The resolution highlights the fact that Fogel's sentence is not in line with international standards of justice and calls on the Russian government to release him without further delay.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of upholding the rights of US citizens abroad and expresses concern over the treatment of Fogel by the Russian authorities. It also urges the US government to take all necessary steps to secure Fogel's release and ensure his safe return to the United States.

Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 60 is a bipartisan effort to address a specific case of injustice and advocate for the rights of US citizens abroad. It underscores the importance of upholding international standards of justice and protecting the rights of individuals, regardless of their nationality.
Congress
118

Number
HCONRES - 60

Introduced on
2023-07-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/26/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This concurrent resolution calls on Russia to immediately release American citizen Marc Fogel and expresses that he has served more time in prison than his crimes can justify. It also urges Russia to respect Mr. Fogel's human rights and to provide full consular access to him while he remains in detention.

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 60 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, a US citizen and teacher who was given an unjust and disproportionate criminal sentence by the Government of the Russian Federation in June 2022. The resolution highlights the fact that Fogel's sentence is not in line with international standards of justice and calls on the Russian government to release him without further delay.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of upholding the rights of US citizens abroad and expresses concern over the treatment of Fogel by the Russian authorities. It also urges the US government to take all necessary steps to secure Fogel's release and ensure his safe return to the United States.

Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 60 is a bipartisan effort to address a specific case of injustice and advocate for the rights of US citizens abroad. It underscores the importance of upholding international standards of justice and protecting the rights of individuals, regardless of their nationality.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCalling for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, a United States citizen and teacher, who was given an unjust and disproportionate criminal sentence by the Government of the Russian Federation in June 2022.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary1/4/2024

This concurrent resolution calls on Russia to immediately release American citizen Marc Fogel and expresses that he has served more time in prison than his crimes can justify. It also urges Russia to...


Latest Action7/26/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.