United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HRES 828 — Calling for the unconditional release of Nasrin Sotoudeh and all prisoners of conscience in Iran, and the utilization by the United States of direct multilateral and bilateral diplomacy with Iran to address Iran's human rights situation.

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Summary

Calls upon Iran to release Nasrin Sotoudeh and all prisoners of conscience. Encourages the President: (1) to utilize bilateral and multilateral diplomacy with Iran to support human rights; and (2) in coordination with the Secretary of State, to support the establishment of multilateral mechanisms to advance human rights issues in Iran. Commends the people of Iran who have braved repression to peacefully exercise their fundamental human rights.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HRES 828 do?
Calls upon Iran to release Nasrin Sotoudeh and all prisoners of conscience. Encourages the President: (1) to utilize bilateral and multilateral diplomacy with Iran to support human rights; and (2) in coordination with the Secretary of State, to support the establishment of multilateral mechanisms to advance human rights issues in Iran. Commends the people of Iran who have braved repression to peacefully exercise their fundamental human rights.
Who sponsors HRES 828?
HRES 828 is sponsored by Dennis Kucinich (Democrat).
What is the current status of HRES 828?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HRES 828?
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