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.