H.Res.377 — Calling for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, a United States citizen and journalist, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in March 2023.
House Roll Call
H.Res.377
| Bill | H.Res.377 — Calling for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, a United States citizen and journalist, who was wrongfully detained by the Government of the Russian Federation in March 2023. |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended |
| Vote type | 2/3 Recorded Vote |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 422 / Nay 0 / Present 0 / Not Voting 11 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 216 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| D | 206 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HRES 377 (118th Congress)
HRES 377 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives calling for the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich, a U.S. citizen and journalist, who was detained by the Russian government in March 2023. The resolution highlights concerns regarding the wrongful nature of Gershkovich’s detention, emphasizing the implications for press freedom and human rights.
The resolution articulates a strong condemnation of the actions taken by the Russian authorities, framing Gershkovich’s detention as part of a broader pattern of repression against journalists and dissenting voices in Russia. It underscores the importance of protecting journalists who operate in hostile environments and advocates for accountability regarding violations of international norms concerning freedom of expression.
While HRES 377 does not allocate specific funding or create new authorities, it serves as a formal expression of the House’s stance on the issue, potentially influencing U.S. foreign policy and diplomatic efforts regarding Russia. The resolution calls upon the U.S. government to take immediate action to secure Gershkovich’s release, including leveraging diplomatic channels and engaging with international partners to pressure the Russian government.
The resolution primarily affects the U.S. Department of State and other relevant agencies involved in foreign affairs and human rights advocacy. It signals to the international community the U.S. commitment to defending the rights of its citizens abroad and promoting journalistic integrity.
Key timelines include the initial detention of Gershkovich in March 2023 and the resolution’s introduction in the House, with the latest action being the motion to reconsider, which was laid on the table and agreed to without objection, indicating bipartisan support for the resolution’s intent. The resolution serves as a call to action and a reaffirmation of the U.S. commitment to human rights and the protection of journalists worldwide.
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Colin Allred
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Kelly Armstrong
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Dan Bishop
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Earl Blumenauer
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Jamaal Bowman
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Ken Buck
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Larry Bucshon
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Michael Burgess
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Cori Bush
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Ken Calvert
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Yadira Caraveo
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Tony Cárdenas
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Jerry Carl
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Matt Cartwright
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Lori Chavez-DeRemer
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Gerald Connolly
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Jason Crow
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Anthony D'Esposito
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Lloyd Doggett
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John Duarte
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Jeff Duncan
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Anna Eshoo
A
A. Ferguson
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Scott Franklin
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Matt Gaetz
M
Mike Gallagher
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Ruben Gallego
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John Garamendi
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Mike Garcia
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Bob Good
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Kay Granger
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Garret Graves
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Mark Green
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Raúl Grijalva
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Brian Higgins
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Jeff Jackson
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Sheila Jackson Lee
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Bill Johnson
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Daniel Kildee
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Derek Kilmer
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Ann Kuster
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Doug Lamborn
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Jake LaTurner
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Barbara Lee
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Debbie Lesko
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Blaine Luetkemeyer
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Kathy Manning
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Lucy McBath
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Lisa McClain
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Marcus Molinaro
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Alexander Mooney
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Grace Napolitano
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Wiley Nickel
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Bill Pascrell
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Donald Payne
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Mary Peltola
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Greg Pence
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Dean Phillips
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Katie Porter
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Bill Posey
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Cathy Rodgers
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Matthew Rosendale
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C. Ruppersberger
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John Rutherford
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George Santos
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John Sarbanes
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David Schweikert
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Pete Sessions
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Abigail Spanberger
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Michelle Steel
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Chris Stewart
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Eric Swalwell
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Rashida Tlaib
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David Trone
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Nydia Velázquez
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Michael Waltz
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz
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Brad Wenstrup
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Jennifer Wexton
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Susan Wild
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Brandon Williams
