A resolution calling for the immediate release of Ryan Corbett, a United States citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on August 10, 2022, and condemning the wrongful detention of Americans by the Taliban.

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Summary of Bill SRES 638

Bill 118 sres 638 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for the immediate release of Ryan Corbett, a US citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on August 10, 2022. The resolution also condemns the wrongful detention of Americans by the Taliban.

The resolution highlights the case of Ryan Corbett, who was detained by the Taliban while traveling in Afghanistan. It emphasizes that Corbett is a US citizen and should be released immediately and unconditionally. The resolution also expresses concern for the safety and well-being of Corbett while in Taliban custody.

Furthermore, the resolution condemns the Taliban for wrongfully detaining Americans and calls on the Taliban to respect international law and human rights standards. It emphasizes the importance of protecting the rights and safety of US citizens abroad. Overall, Bill 118 sres 638 is a non-partisan resolution that seeks to bring attention to the wrongful detention of Ryan Corbett and other Americans by the Taliban, and calls for their immediate release.

Congressional Summary of SRES 638

This resolution condemns the wrongful detention of Ryan Corbett by the Taliban, calls for his immediate and unconditional release, and expresses support for his family. (Ryan Corbett is an American citizen detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan since 2022.)

The resolution also condemns the Taliban’s continued use of the wrongful detention of U.S. citizens and calls for the immediate release of other U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents wrongfully detained in Afghanistan.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 638

Bill SRES 638 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 11, 2024. Bill SRES 638 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 11, 2024. Bill SRES 638's most recent activity was Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2716; text: CR S2721-2722) as of April 11, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 638

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 638

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International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Afghanistan

- Asia

- Detention of persons

- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad

- Federal officials

- Human rights

- Political parties and affiliation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 638

A resolution calling for the immediate release of Ryan Corbett, a United States citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on August 10, 2022, and condemning the wrongful detention of Americans by the Taliban.