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Calling for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, a United States citizen and teacher, who was given an unjust and disproportionate criminal sentence by the Government of the Russian Federation in June 2022.

1/4/2024, 10:29 PM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 60

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 60 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, a US citizen and teacher who was given an unjust and disproportionate criminal sentence by the Government of the Russian Federation in June 2022. The resolution highlights the fact that Fogel's sentence is not in line with international standards of justice and calls on the Russian government to release him without further delay.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of upholding the rights of US citizens abroad and expresses concern over the treatment of Fogel by the Russian authorities. It also urges the US government to take all necessary steps to secure Fogel's release and ensure his safe return to the United States.

Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 60 is a bipartisan effort to address a specific case of injustice and advocate for the rights of US citizens abroad. It underscores the importance of upholding international standards of justice and protecting the rights of individuals, regardless of their nationality.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 60

This concurrent resolution calls on Russia to immediately release American citizen Marc Fogel and expresses that he has served more time in prison than his crimes can justify. It also urges Russia to respect Mr. Fogel's human rights and to provide full consular access to him while he remains in detention.

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 60

Bill HCONRES 60 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 26, 2023. Bill HCONRES 60 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 26, 2023.  Bill HCONRES 60's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of July 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 60

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
28
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
12
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 60

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 60

Calling for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, a United States citizen and teacher, who was given an unjust and disproportionate criminal sentence by the Government of the Russian Federation in June 2022.
Calling for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, a United States citizen and teacher, who was given an unjust and disproportionate criminal sentence by the Government of the Russian Federation in June 2022.

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