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A resolution demanding that the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Communist Party of China immediately release Mark Swidan.
12/20/2023, 9:15 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 23
Bill 118 SRES 23 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that calls for the immediate release of Mark Swidan by the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Communist Party of China. Mark Swidan is an American citizen who has been detained by Chinese authorities for unknown reasons.
The resolution demands that the Chinese government provide information on Swidan's whereabouts and well-being, and allow him access to legal representation and consular services. It also calls for Swidan to be released without delay unless he is charged with a recognizable criminal offense and given a fair trial.
The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights of American citizens abroad and emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in China's legal system. It urges the US government to take all necessary steps to secure Swidan's release and ensure his safe return to the United States. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 23 is a bipartisan effort to advocate for the release of an American citizen who is being unjustly detained in China, and to uphold the principles of human rights and due process.
The resolution demands that the Chinese government provide information on Swidan's whereabouts and well-being, and allow him access to legal representation and consular services. It also calls for Swidan to be released without delay unless he is charged with a recognizable criminal offense and given a fair trial.
The resolution highlights the importance of protecting the rights of American citizens abroad and emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in China's legal system. It urges the US government to take all necessary steps to secure Swidan's release and ensure his safe return to the United States. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 23 is a bipartisan effort to advocate for the release of an American citizen who is being unjustly detained in China, and to uphold the principles of human rights and due process.
Congressional Summary of SRES 23
This resolution demands that the Chinese government and the Communist Party of China (CPC) immediately release Mark Swidan. The resolution also condemns the Chinese government and the CPC for denying Swidan access to U.S. diplomats and independent and competent medical care.
Swidan is a U.S. citizen who was convicted of drug-related charges in China and sentenced to death. A U.N. working group on arbitrary detention considers Swidan's detention arbitrary and in violation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 23
Bill SRES 23 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2023. Bill SRES 23 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 1, 2023. Bill SRES 23's most recent activity was Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1588; text: 02/01/2023 CR S210) as of May 10, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 23
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 23
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Asia
- China
- Detention of persons
- Drug trafficking and controlled substances
- Human rights
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 23
A resolution demanding that the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Communist Party of China immediately release Mark Swidan.
A resolution demanding that the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Communist Party of China immediately release Mark Swidan.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 23
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