A resolution commending the 4 American public servants who died in Benghazi, Libya, United States Ambassador to Libya John Christopher Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone Woods, and Glen Doherty, for their tireless efforts on behalf of the American people, and condemning the violent attack on the United States consulate in Benghazi.

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6629-6630)

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Recognizes the dedicated service and commitment of Ambassador John Christopher Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone Woods, and Glen Doherty in assisting the Libyan people as they navigate the complex currents of democratic transition marked in this case by profound instability.

Praises Ambassador Stevens, who represented the highest tradition of American public service, for his extraordinary record of dedication to the interests of he Unites States in some of the most difficult and dangerous posts around the globe.

Sends the Senate's condolences to the families of those American public servants killed in Benghazi.

Commends the bravery of Foreign Service Officers, U.S. Armed Forces, and public servants serving in harm's way around the globe and recognizes the deep sacrifices made by their families.

Condemns the despicable attacks on American diplomats and public servants in Benghazi and calls for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.

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Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] · R–IN

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Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA]

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Sep 21, 2012
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6629-6630)
Sep 21, 2012
Introduced in Senate

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Official record: https://www.congress.gov/bill/112th-congress/senate-resolution/575

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Official record: https://www.congress.gov/bill/112th-congress/senate-resolution/575

Text version to examine: Introduced in Senate · 2012-09-21.

Official full text: https://www.congress.gov/112/bills/sres575/BILLS-112sres575is.htm

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Discuss S.Res.575, 112th Congress: A resolution commending the 4 American public servants who died in Benghazi, Libya, United States Ambassador to Libya John Christopher Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone Woods, and Glen Doherty, for their tireless efforts on behalf of the American people, and condemning the violent attack on the United States consulate in Benghazi.

Official record: https://www.congress.gov/bill/112th-congress/senate-resolution/575

Text version to examine: Introduced in Senate · 2012-09-21.

Official full text: https://www.congress.gov/112/bills/sres575/BILLS-112sres575is.htm

Imported record last updated by the source: 2025-12-04T23:07:12Z. Verify current status and distinguish any later version from the version above.

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Examine S.Res.575 through a civil-liberties and limited-government lens. Consider individual rights, privacy, voluntary choice, accountability, and government power. Explain tradeoffs, possible safeguards, and the strongest counterarguments without assuming the proposal is beneficial or harmful.