A resolution calling on the Government of the Russian Federation to release United States citizen Paul Whelan.

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 156 A resolution calling on the Government of the Russian Federation to release United States citizen Paul Whelan. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/12/2024, 2:55 AM

Summary of Bill SRES 156

Bill 118 S.Res. 156 is a resolution introduced in the United States Senate calling on the Government of the Russian Federation to release United States citizen Paul Whelan. Paul Whelan, a former Marine, was arrested in Russia in December 2018 on charges of espionage, which he denies. The resolution expresses concern over the lack of evidence presented against Whelan and calls for his immediate release.

The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights of American citizens detained abroad and emphasizes the need for fair and transparent legal proceedings. It also condemns the Russian government for its treatment of Whelan and calls for his release on humanitarian grounds.

The resolution has garnered bipartisan support in the Senate, with lawmakers from both parties expressing concern over Whelan's prolonged detention in Russia. It is seen as a way to put pressure on the Russian government to release Whelan and ensure his safe return to the United States. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 156 is a non-partisan effort to advocate for the release of Paul Whelan and to uphold the rights of American citizens detained abroad. It underscores the importance of diplomacy and international cooperation in resolving such cases and promoting human rights.

Congressional Summary of SRES 156

This resolution implores Russia's government to immediately release U.S. citizen Paul Whelan. It also implores Russia's government to provide unrestricted consular access to Whelan and to ensure that he and all other political prisoners are afforded due process and universally recognized human rights.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 156

Bill SRES 156 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since October 3, 2023. Bill SRES 156 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2023. Bill SRES 156's most recent activity was Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4919; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S4919) as of October 3, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 156

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International Affairs

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CanadaCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationDetention of personsDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadDue process and equal protectionEuropeEvidence and witnessesHuman rightsInternational law and treatiesIrelandRussiaUnited Kingdom

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 156

A resolution calling on the Government of the Russian Federation to release United States citizen Paul Whelan.A resolution calling on the Government of the Russian Federation to release United States citizen Paul Whelan.

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