Proposed
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 472
A resolution supporting the designation of October 30 as the "International Day of Political Prisoners".
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Introduced 2025-10-29Topic: civil rights · governance ethicsSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution supports designating October 30 each year in the United States as the "International Day of Political Prisoners." It states that the Senate deplores political repression and imprisonment and expresses solidarity with people imprisoned for peacefully expressing political or religious beliefs. It supports U.S. government efforts to condemn political imprisonment, hold responsible regimes accountable, raise awareness, and negotiate the release of political prisoners. It also urges the U.S. government to continue these efforts. The resolution is non-binding and does not create new laws or funding.
Sponsors
- Roger F. Wicker Republican sponsor
- 2 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-29 | Senate | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S7829) | refer |
| 2025-10-29 | Introduced in Senate | introduce |