A resolution calling for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, a United States citizen and journalist, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in March 2023.

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Summary of Bill SRES 385

Bill 118 S.Res. 385 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, a US citizen and journalist who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in March 2023. The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights of journalists and ensuring freedom of the press. It emphasizes the need for the Russian government to adhere to international human rights standards and release Gershkovich without further delay. The resolution urges the US government to take all necessary diplomatic and legal actions to secure Gershkovich's release and hold the Russian government accountable for its actions. Overall, the resolution seeks to bring attention to Gershkovich's unjust detention and advocate for his swift and safe return to the United States.

Congressional Summary of SRES 385

This resolution calls on the Russian government to immediately release Evan Gershkovich. It urges all United States executive branch officials, in all interactions with the Russian government, to raise the case of Evan Gershkovich and press for his immediate release.

The resolution further calls for the immediate release of Paul Whelan and expresses support for all American citizens and lawful permanent residents detained in Russia and abroad, including Marc Fogel and Vladimir Kara-Murza.

The resolution also expresses sympathy and solidarity with the families of Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan, and all other American citizens and lawful permanent residents wrongfully detained abroad.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 385

Bill SRES 385 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since June 4, 2024. Bill SRES 385 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 28, 2023. Bill SRES 385's most recent activity was Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3961; text: 09/28/2023 CR S4766-4767) as of June 4, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 385

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Detention of persons

- Europe

- Human rights

- Russia

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 385

A resolution calling for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, a United States citizen and journalist, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in March 2023.