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Bill117th CongressFiled Feb 1, 2022International Affairs
H.Res. 892

Calling on the Government of the Republic of Rwanda to release Paul Rusesabagina on humanitarian grounds.

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What it doesSummary passed house (Jul 14, 2022)

This resolution calls on the government of Rwanda to immediately release Paul Rusesabagina on humanitarian grounds and permit him to return safely to the United States.

The resolution calls on the government of Rwanda to ensure Paul Rusesabagina receives access to appropriate, qualified medical professionals and all medical care necessary to guarantee his physical integrity and psychological well-being.

The resolution also urges the U.S. government in all interactions with the government of Rwanda to raise the case of Paul Rusesabagina and to press for his immediate release on humanitarian grounds.

Finally, the resolution expresses support to the family of Paul Rusesabagina and their commitment to bringing him home.

What just happenedJul 14, 2022

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20](D-TX)Sponsor
52 cosponsors45 D7 R
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  1. Jul 14, 2022FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  2. Jul 14, 2022FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 8 (Roll no. 355). (text: 06/21/2022 CR H5714-5715)

  3. Jul 14, 2022Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 8 (Roll no. 355).

  4. Jul 14, 2022FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6608-6609)

  5. Jun 21, 2022FloorH37220

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

  6. Jun 21, 2022FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 892.

  7. Jun 21, 2022FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5714-5716)

  8. Jun 21, 2022FloorH30300

    Ms. Manning moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

  9. Feb 9, 2022Committee

    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  10. Feb 9, 2022Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  11. Feb 8, 2022Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  12. Feb 1, 2022IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  13. Feb 1, 2022IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  14. Feb 1, 2022IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed HouseJul 14, 202253

This resolution calls on the government of Rwanda to immediately release Paul Rusesabagina on humanitarian grounds and permit him to return safely to the United States.

The resolution calls on the government of Rwanda to ensure Paul Rusesabagina receives access to appropriate, qualified medical professionals and all medical care necessary to guarantee his physical integrity and psychological well-being.

The resolution also urges the U.S. government in all interactions with the government of Rwanda to raise the case of Paul Rusesabagina and to press for his immediate release on humanitarian grounds.

Finally, the resolution expresses support to the family of Paul Rusesabagina and their commitment to bringing him home.

Introduced in HouseFeb 1, 2022

This resolution calls on the government of Rwanda to immediately release Paul Rusesabagina on humanitarian grounds and permit him to return safely to the United States.

The resolution calls on the government of Rwanda to ensure Paul Rusesabagina receives access to appropriate, qualified medical professionals and all medical care necessary to guarantee his physical integrity and psychological well-being.

The resolution also urges the U.S. government in all interactions with the government of Rwanda to raise the case of Paul Rusesabagina and to press for his immediate release on humanitarian grounds.

Finally, the resolution expresses support to the family of Paul Rusesabagina and their commitment to bringing him home.

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