A resolution condemning the commutation of the death sentence of Marvin Charles Gabrion II granted by President Biden on December 23, 2024.

2/7/2025, 2:41 PM
Congress
119

Number
SRES - 25

Introduced on
2025-01-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
Tom Cotton

Variations and Revisions

1/14/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution condemns the commutation of the death sentence of Marvin Charles Gabrion II by President Biden.

Bill 119 SRES 25 is a resolution that condemns President Biden's decision to commute the death sentence of Marvin Charles Gabrion II on December 23, 2024. The resolution expresses disapproval of the President's action and calls for the reinstatement of the death sentence for Gabrion. Gabrion was convicted of murder and sentenced to death, but President Biden's decision to commute his sentence has sparked controversy and debate. The resolution aims to hold the President accountable for his decision and to uphold the rule of law in cases of serious crimes. It is currently being discussed and debated in Congress, with supporters and opponents voicing their opinions on the matter.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution condemning the commutation of the death sentence of Marvin Charles Gabrion II granted by President Biden on December 23, 2024.

Policy Areas
Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact
Correctional facilities and imprisonment•
Criminal procedure and sentencing•
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents•
Violent crime

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary2/7/2025

This resolution condemns the commutation of the death sentence of Marvin Charles Gabrion II by President Biden.


Latest Action1/14/2025
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S140)