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A resolution calling for the immediate release of George Glezmann, a United States citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on December 5, 2022, and condemning the wrongful detention of all Americans by the Taliban.
8/28/2024, 1:45 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 753
Bill 118 S.Res. 753 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for the immediate release of George Glezmann, a US citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on December 5, 2022. The resolution also condemns the wrongful detention of all Americans by the Taliban.
The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights and safety of American citizens abroad and emphasizes the need for swift action to secure the release of George Glezmann. It calls on the US government to use all diplomatic and legal means necessary to ensure his safe return to the United States.
Furthermore, the resolution denounces the Taliban's actions in wrongfully detaining American citizens and reaffirms the United States' commitment to upholding the rights and freedoms of its citizens. It urges the international community to join in condemning the Taliban's actions and to work towards securing the release of all Americans who are currently being unlawfully detained. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 753 serves as a strong statement of support for George Glezmann and all Americans who have been unjustly detained by the Taliban. It underscores the importance of protecting the rights and safety of US citizens abroad and calls for immediate action to secure their release.
The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights and safety of American citizens abroad and emphasizes the need for swift action to secure the release of George Glezmann. It calls on the US government to use all diplomatic and legal means necessary to ensure his safe return to the United States.
Furthermore, the resolution denounces the Taliban's actions in wrongfully detaining American citizens and reaffirms the United States' commitment to upholding the rights and freedoms of its citizens. It urges the international community to join in condemning the Taliban's actions and to work towards securing the release of all Americans who are currently being unlawfully detained. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 753 serves as a strong statement of support for George Glezmann and all Americans who have been unjustly detained by the Taliban. It underscores the importance of protecting the rights and safety of US citizens abroad and calls for immediate action to secure their release.
Congressional Summary of SRES 753
This resolution calls on the Taliban to immediately release George Glezmann (an American citizen wrongfully detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan since 2022) and all other American citizens and lawful permanent residents wrongfully detained in Afghanistan. The resolution also (1) urges the Taliban to respect George Glezmann's fundamental human rights and provide full, unfettered, and consistent health and welfare visits; and (2) condemns the Taliban’s practice of wrongful detention.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 753
Bill SRES 753 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since August 1, 2024. Bill SRES 753 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 9, 2024. Bill SRES 753's most recent activity was Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 7/9/2024 CR S4269) as of August 1, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 753
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 753
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Afghanistan
- Asia
- Detention of persons
- Human rights
- Middle East
- Qatar
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 753
A resolution calling for the immediate release of George Glezmann, a United States citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on December 5, 2022, and condemning the wrongful detention of all Americans by the Taliban.
A resolution calling for the immediate release of George Glezmann, a United States citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on December 5, 2022, and condemning the wrongful detention of all Americans by the Taliban.
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