Maintaining North Korea's seizure of the vessel USS Pueblo and its detention of the crew were in violation of international law and seeking the return of the USS Pueblo to the United States.
12/15/2023, 3:51 PMSummary of Bill HRES 44
Bill 118 HRES 44, also known as the "Maintaining North Korea's seizure of the vessel USS Pueblo and its detention of the crew were in violation of international law and seeking the return of the USS Pueblo to the United States," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution condemns North Korea for its seizure of the USS Pueblo, a US Navy intelligence ship, in 1968 and the detention of its crew.The resolution argues that North Korea's actions in seizing the USS Pueblo and detaining its crew were in violation of international law. It calls for the return of the USS Pueblo to the United States, as well as for the release of any surviving crew members or their remains.
The resolution highlights the ongoing efforts by the US government to seek the return of the USS Pueblo and to hold North Korea accountable for its actions. It also emphasizes the importance of upholding international law and ensuring the safety and security of US military personnel. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 44 is a bipartisan effort to address the unresolved issue of the USS Pueblo and to advocate for the return of the ship and the crew members who were detained by North Korea.
Congressional Summary of HRES 44
This resolution maintains that North Korea's seizure of the USS Pueblo and its crew is a violation of international law and declares that the ship should be returned to the United States.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 44
Bill HRES 44 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 17, 2023. Bill HRES 44 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 17, 2023. Bill HRES 44's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 17, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 44
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 44
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International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 44
Maintaining North Korea's seizure of the vessel USS Pueblo and its detention of the crew were in violation of international law and seeking the return of the USS Pueblo to the United States.Maintaining North Korea's seizure of the vessel USS Pueblo and its detention of the crew were in violation of international law and seeking the return of the USS Pueblo to the United States.Comments
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