H.Res. 17 · 116th Congress
A resolution expressing concern over the detention of Austin Tice and Majd Kamalmaz, and for other purposes.
- Stage
- Passed chamber resolution
- Sponsor
- Al Green
- Introduced
- 2019-01-03
- Latest action
- 2020-12-03 · The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Summary
This resolution expresses concern about the capture and detention of journalist Austin Tice and psychotherapist Majd Kamalmaz near Damascus, Syria. It encourages the Department of State, the Office of the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs, and other U.S. government entities to engage with Syria to facilitate their safe release.