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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Federal Government should drop all charges against Edward Snowden.
2/6/2025, 3:23 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 34
The resolution argues that Snowden's actions, while illegal, were motivated by a desire to expose government surveillance programs that he believed violated the privacy rights of American citizens. It acknowledges that Snowden's actions sparked an important national debate about government surveillance and privacy rights.
The resolution also highlights the fact that Snowden's leaks led to reforms in government surveillance programs, including the passage of the USA Freedom Act in 2015, which placed limits on the bulk collection of phone records by the NSA. Supporters of the resolution argue that Snowden's actions were a public service and that he should be pardoned for his role in exposing government surveillance programs. They believe that dropping the charges against Snowden would be a step towards accountability and transparency in government. Opponents of the resolution argue that Snowden's actions were illegal and that he should be held accountable for his actions. They believe that pardoning Snowden would set a dangerous precedent and undermine national security efforts. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 34 is a resolution that calls for the dismissal of charges against Edward Snowden, citing his role in sparking a national debate about government surveillance and privacy rights.
Congressional Summary of HRES 34
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the National Security Agency's bulk collection telephone records program was unconstitutional and that all federal charges against Edward Snowden should be dropped. (Mr. Snowden disclosed information about the program and was subsequently charged for unauthorized disclosure of national defense information, unauthorized disclosure of classified communication intelligence, and theft of government property).
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Current Status of Bill HRES 34
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 34
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 34
Primary Policy Focus
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Comments
Fisher Benton
10 months ago
This bill is so stupid! Why should we drop all charges against Snowden? He betrayed our country and put national security at risk. It's outrageous that the House of Representatives would even consider this. Snowden should be held accountable for his actions, not let off the hook. This is just another example of our government being weak and spineless. I can't believe this is happening. #ridiculous #disgraceful
Ty Perry
10 months ago
I think it's really sad that Edward Snowden is still facing charges from the Federal Government. I believe that dropping all charges against him is the right thing to do. It's important to protect whistleblowers who expose government wrongdoing, and Snowden's actions have sparked important conversations about privacy and surveillance. As an independent voter, I support HRES Bill 34 and hope that it will bring justice for Snowden.
Reece Saunders
10 months ago
I think it's good that they want to drop all charges against Snowden. It's important to protect whistleblowers. Did you know that this bill has bipartisan support?
