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Urging the Biden administration to demand the release of all hostages in Gaza.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 777

Bill 118 H.Res. 777, titled "Urging the Biden Administration to Demand the Release of All Hostages in Gaza," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution calls on the Biden administration to take action to secure the release of all hostages currently being held in Gaza.

The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights and safety of individuals who have been taken hostage, emphasizing the need for swift and decisive action to ensure their safe return to their families and loved ones. It also stresses the importance of upholding international humanitarian law and human rights standards in all efforts to secure the release of hostages.

The resolution urges the Biden administration to use all diplomatic and other means at its disposal to work towards the release of all hostages in Gaza, and to prioritize this issue in its foreign policy agenda. It also calls on the administration to work closely with international partners and organizations to coordinate efforts to secure the release of hostages and to hold accountable those responsible for their capture. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 777 underscores the importance of prioritizing the safety and well-being of individuals who have been taken hostage, and calls on the Biden administration to take proactive steps to address this critical issue in Gaza.

Congressional Summary of HRES 777

This resolution urges the President to demand the release of all hostages in Gaza. The resolution also urges the President to maintain all applicable sanctions on Iran and to use all other coercive and diplomatic resources to secure the release of Americans wrongfully detained in Gaza.

Current Status of Bill HRES 777

Bill HRES 777 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since October 25, 2023. Bill HRES 777 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 11, 2023.  Bill HRES 777's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of October 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 777

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
84
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
84
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 777

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 777

Urging the Biden administration to demand the release of all hostages in Gaza.
Urging the Biden administration to demand the release of all hostages in Gaza.

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