HRES Bill 753 Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2023-09-30

Bill 118 HRES 753, also known as the "Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability" bill, was introduced in the US Congress to honor the memory of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who was brutally murdered in 2018. The bill calls for accountability for those responsible for his death and seeks justice for Khashoggi and his family. The bill highlights the importance of freedom of the press and the need to protect journalists who risk their lives to report the truth. It condemns the Saudi government for their role in Khashoggi's murder and calls for a thorough investigation into the incident. Additionally, the bill urges the US government to take action against those involved in Khashoggi's murder, including imposing sanctions and other measures to hold them accountable. It also calls for the protection of journalists and freedom of speech around the world. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 753 is a bipartisan effort to remember Jamal Khashoggi and demand justice for his senseless murder. It serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law, even in the face of powerful adversaries.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Alternative Names

Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.

Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.

Associated Legislation

A joint resolution commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.

Policy Areas

International Affairs

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]

Rep. Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3]

Rep. McClellan, Jennifer L. [D-VA-4]

Rep. Wexton, Jennifer [D-VA-10]

Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7]

Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3]

Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]

Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-30]

Rep. Carson, Andre [D-IN-7]

Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

Rep. Keating, William R. [D-MA-9]

Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]

Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-37]

Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6]

Rep. Adams, Alma S. [D-NC-12]

Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]

Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]

Rep. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-51]

Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-52]

Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6]

Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4]

Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]

Rep. Lynch, Stephen F. [D-MA-8]

Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-12]

Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20]

Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]

Rep. Allred, Colin Z. [D-TX-32]

Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3]

Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]

Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]

Committees and Subcommittees

Foreign Affairs Committee

Variations and Revisions

James P. McGovernEleanor Holmes NortonForeign AffairsA joint resolution commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.

Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

This resolution calls for Saudi Arabia to ensure accountability for all individuals responsible for the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, release all individuals wrongly detained, lift restrictions on dissidents, and respect the rights of Saudi citizens....

Bill 118 HRES 753, also known as the "Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability" bill, was introduced in the US Congress to honor the memory of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who was brutally mur...
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 753

Introduced on
2023-09-30

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/30/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution calls for Saudi Arabia to ensure accountability for all individuals responsible for the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, release all individuals wrongly detained, lift restrictions on dissidents, and respect the rights of Saudi citizens....

Bill 118 HRES 753, also known as the "Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability" bill, was introduced in the US Congress to honor the memory of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, who was brutally mur...
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCommemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/15/2024

This resolution calls for Saudi Arabia to ensure accountability for all individuals responsible for the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, release all individuals wrongly detained, lift restrictions on dissidents, and respect the rights of Saudi citizens....


Latest Action9/30/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.