Demanding that the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party immediately release Mark Swidan.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution demands that the Chinese government and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) immediately release Mark Swidan. The resolution also condemns the Chinese government and the CCP for denying Swidan access to U.S. diplomats and independent and competent medical care.

Swidan is a U.S. citizen who was convicted of drug-related charges in China and sentenced to death. A U.N. working group on arbitrary detention considers Swidan's detention arbitrary and in violation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Bill 118 HRES 90 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that demands the immediate release of Mark Swidan by the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party. Mark Swidan is an American citizen who has been detained by Chinese authorities for unknown reasons.

The resolution highlights the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law, and expresses concern over the lack of transparency surrounding Mark Swidan's detention. It calls on the Chinese government to provide information on his whereabouts and well-being, and to release him without delay.

The resolution also condemns the Chinese government's record of arbitrary detention and human rights abuses, and urges the US government to take all necessary steps to secure Mark Swidan's release. It emphasizes the need for diplomatic efforts to address this issue and ensure the protection of American citizens abroad. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 90 is a bipartisan effort to advocate for the release of Mark Swidan and to hold the Chinese government accountable for its actions. It underscores the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of individuals, regardless of their nationality.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 90

Introduced on
2023-02-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/25/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution demands that the Chinese government and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) immediately release Mark Swidan. The resolution also condemns the Chinese government and the CCP for denying Swidan access to U.S. diplomats and independent and competent medical care.

Swidan is a U.S. citizen who was convicted of drug-related charges in China and sentenced to death. A U.N. working group on arbitrary detention considers Swidan's detention arbitrary and in violation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Bill 118 HRES 90 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that demands the immediate release of Mark Swidan by the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party. Mark Swidan is an American citizen who has been detained by Chinese authorities for unknown reasons.

The resolution highlights the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law, and expresses concern over the lack of transparency surrounding Mark Swidan's detention. It calls on the Chinese government to provide information on his whereabouts and well-being, and to release him without delay.

The resolution also condemns the Chinese government's record of arbitrary detention and human rights abuses, and urges the US government to take all necessary steps to secure Mark Swidan's release. It emphasizes the need for diplomatic efforts to address this issue and ensure the protection of American citizens abroad. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 90 is a bipartisan effort to advocate for the release of Mark Swidan and to hold the Chinese government accountable for its actions. It underscores the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of individuals, regardless of their nationality.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedDemanding that the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Communist Party of China immediately release Mark Swidan.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Asia•
China•
Detention of persons•
Drug trafficking and controlled substances•
Human rights

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Latest Summary5/1/2023

This resolution demands that the Chinese government and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) immediately release Mark Swidan. The resolution also condemns the Chinese government and the CCP for denying Swidan access to U.S. diplomats and independent...


Latest Action4/25/2023
The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.