117th Congress (2021–2023) · House resolution · Sponsor: Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20]
This page covers HRES892 in the 117th Congress. Bill numbers start over every Congress, so HRES892 in another Congress is a different bill.
Calling on the Government of the Republic of Rwanda to release Paul Rusesabagina on humanitarian grounds.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Roll-call votes | 1 |
| Chamber | House |
| Latest vote | 2022-07-14: Passed |
| Latest action | 2022-07-14: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| Policy area | International Affairs |
| Official record | Congress.gov |
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.
Subjects: Africa, Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad, Human rights, Rwanda
Every recorded vote on this bill, newest first, with a link to the official tally. Member-by-member positions are on each member’s profile.
| Date | Chamber | Question | Result | Yea | Nay | Not voting | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-07-14 | House | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay | Passed | 285 | 6 | 5 | Official tally |
HRES892 (Calling on the Government of the Republic of Rwanda to release Paul Rusesabagina on humanitarian grounds.) was introduced in the 117th Congress (2021–2023) by Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20].
On 2022-07-14: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
1 recorded vote in the 117th Congress. The most recent, on 2022-07-14, was "2/3 Yea-And-Nay": Passed.