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Calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during October 2023 attack on Israel.
12/15/2023, 3:52 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 793
Bill 118 HRES 793, also known as the resolution calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during the October 2023 attack on Israel, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill specifically addresses the actions of Hamas, a militant group operating in the Gaza Strip, during an attack on Israel in October 2023.
The resolution calls for the immediate release of hostages who were taken during the attack, emphasizing the importance of protecting innocent civilians and upholding international humanitarian law. It condemns the actions of Hamas and calls on the group to respect the rights and safety of all individuals, regardless of their nationality or political affiliation.
The bill highlights the need for peaceful resolution of conflicts and the importance of respecting human rights and international law. It also underscores the United States' commitment to supporting Israel and promoting stability and security in the region. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 793 is a non-partisan effort to address a specific incident of violence and hostage-taking, emphasizing the importance of upholding international norms and protecting innocent civilians.
The resolution calls for the immediate release of hostages who were taken during the attack, emphasizing the importance of protecting innocent civilians and upholding international humanitarian law. It condemns the actions of Hamas and calls on the group to respect the rights and safety of all individuals, regardless of their nationality or political affiliation.
The bill highlights the need for peaceful resolution of conflicts and the importance of respecting human rights and international law. It also underscores the United States' commitment to supporting Israel and promoting stability and security in the region. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 793 is a non-partisan effort to address a specific incident of violence and hostage-taking, emphasizing the importance of upholding international norms and protecting innocent civilians.
Congressional Summary of HRES 793
This resolution calls on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during its October 2023 attack on Israel. The resolution (1) condemns Hamas for attacking Israel, taking hostages, and for threats made against hostages; (2) demands that Hamas immediately release hostages; (3) recognizes that hostage-taking is a violation of international humanitarian law; and (4) expresses sympathy to the hostages, wounded, deceased, and their families.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 793
Bill HRES 793 is currently in the status of Passed in House since November 28, 2023. Bill HRES 793 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 17, 2023. Bill HRES 793's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of November 28, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 793
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
478Democrat Cosponsors
324Republican Cosponsors
154Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 793
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Arab-Israeli relations
- Conflicts and wars
- Detention of persons
- Human rights
- Israel
- Middle East
- Palestinians
- Terrorism
- War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 793
Calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during October 2023 attack on Israel.
Calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during October 2023 attack on Israel.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 793
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