Condemning the treatment of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu by the Government of Azerbaijan and urging his immediate release, and for other purposes.

3/14/2024, 4:05 AM

This resolution condemns Azerbaijan for its detention of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu and for the suppression of academic freedom. It also calls for Dr. Ibadoghlu's immediate and unconditional release and for the Department of State to prioritize his well-being and release in all engagements with Azerbaijan.

Bill 118 HRES 1012, also known as the resolution condemning the treatment of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu by the Government of Azerbaijan and urging his immediate release, was introduced in the US Congress. The resolution aims to address the unjust treatment of Dr. Ibadoghlu, a prominent economist and political figure in Azerbaijan who has been imprisoned by the Azerbaijani government.

The resolution highlights the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law, and expresses concern over the deteriorating political and human rights situation in Azerbaijan. It calls for the immediate release of Dr. Ibadoghlu and urges the Azerbaijani government to respect the rights of all individuals, including political prisoners.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the need for the United States to continue to support democracy and human rights in Azerbaijan, and to hold the Azerbaijani government accountable for its actions. It also calls on the US government to work with international partners to address the human rights abuses in Azerbaijan and to promote democratic reforms in the country. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1012 is a non-partisan effort to condemn the unjust treatment of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu and to advocate for his immediate release, as well as to address broader human rights issues in Azerbaijan.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1012

Introduced on
2024-02-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/14/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution condemns Azerbaijan for its detention of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu and for the suppression of academic freedom. It also calls for Dr. Ibadoghlu's immediate and unconditional release and for the Department of State to prioritize his well-being and release in all engagements with Azerbaijan.

Bill 118 HRES 1012, also known as the resolution condemning the treatment of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu by the Government of Azerbaijan and urging his immediate release, was introduced in the US Congress. The resolution aims to address the unjust treatment of Dr. Ibadoghlu, a prominent economist and political figure in Azerbaijan who has been imprisoned by the Azerbaijani government.

The resolution highlights the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law, and expresses concern over the deteriorating political and human rights situation in Azerbaijan. It calls for the immediate release of Dr. Ibadoghlu and urges the Azerbaijani government to respect the rights of all individuals, including political prisoners.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the need for the United States to continue to support democracy and human rights in Azerbaijan, and to hold the Azerbaijani government accountable for its actions. It also calls on the US government to work with international partners to address the human rights abuses in Azerbaijan and to promote democratic reforms in the country. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1012 is a non-partisan effort to condemn the unjust treatment of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu and to advocate for his immediate release, as well as to address broader human rights issues in Azerbaijan.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCondemning the treatment of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu by the Government of Azerbaijan and urging his immediate release, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Latest Summary11/29/2024

This resolution condemns Azerbaijan for its detention of Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu and for the suppression of academic freedom. It also calls for Dr. Ibadoghlu's immediate and unconditional release and for the Department of State to prioritize his well-...


Latest Action2/14/2024
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.