H.Res. 279 · 114th Congress
Urging respect for freedom of expression and human rights in Turkey.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Alan Grayson
- Introduced
- 2015-05-20
- Latest action
- 2015-05-20 · Introduced in House
Summary
Calls on Turkey to lift restrictions on freedom of expression, including expression online or in social media.
Urges Turkey to fully respect universal human rights consistent with its Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe commitments.
Reaffirms the long-standing U.S. partnership and friendship with the people of Turkey.