A resolution calling for the immediate release of Russian opposition leader Vladimir Kara-Murza, who was unjustly detained on April 11, 2022.

12/15/2023, 4:04 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 145

Bill 118 S.Res. 145 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for the immediate release of Russian opposition leader Vladimir Kara-Murza. Kara-Murza was unjustly detained on April 11, 2022, and this resolution seeks to bring attention to his situation and urge the Russian government to release him without further delay.

The resolution highlights the importance of protecting human rights and political freedoms, and expresses concern over the treatment of political dissidents in Russia. It emphasizes the need for the international community to stand up against such actions and hold the Russian government accountable for its actions.

The resolution also calls for the US government to take action in support of Kara-Murza, including diplomatic efforts and sanctions if necessary. It urges the US government to work with its allies to pressure the Russian government to release Kara-Murza and respect the rights of all its citizens. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 145 is a bipartisan effort to bring attention to the unjust detention of Vladimir Kara-Murza and to advocate for his immediate release. It underscores the importance of standing up for human rights and political freedoms, both in Russia and around the world.

Congressional Summary of SRES 145

This resolution expresses that the Senate

  • condemns the unjust detention and indicting of Russian opposition leader Vladimir Vladimirovich Kara-Murza;
  • urges the U.S. government and other allied governments to work to secure the immediate release of Vladimir Vladimirovich Kara-Murza, Alexei Navalny, and other Russian citizens imprisoned for opposing the regime of Vladimir Putin and the war against Ukraine; and
  • calls on the President to increase support provided by the U.S. government for those advocating for democracy and independent media in Russia.

Current Status of Bill SRES 145

Bill SRES 145 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2023. Bill SRES 145 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2023.  Bill SRES 145's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1100) as of March 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 145

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 145

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs
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