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Congressional Research Service
Version 53 · Passed House · Jul 14, 2022
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.
People & committees
Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20] · D–TX
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 8 (Roll no. 355). (text: 06/21/2022 CR H5714-5715)
House roll call 355 · Individual votesPassed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 8 (Roll no. 355).
House roll call 355 · Individual votesConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6608-6609)
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 892.
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5714-5716)
Ms. Manning moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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