HRES 892 117th Congress House International Affairs Africa Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad Human rights Rwanda

Calling on the Government of the Republic of Rwanda to release Paul Rusesabagina on humanitarian grounds.

Introduced: February 1, 2022 Introduced by: Castro, Joaquin Democratic · Texas See on congress.gov

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Jul 14, 2022

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Jul 14, 2022

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)

Jul 14, 2022

Passed/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).

Jul 14, 2022

Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6608-6609)

Jun 21, 2022

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.

Jun 21, 2022

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 892.

Jun 21, 2022

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5714-5716)

Jun 21, 2022

Ms. Manning moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

Feb 9, 2022

Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

Feb 9, 2022

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

Feb 8, 2022

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

Feb 1, 2022

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Feb 1, 2022

Introduced in House

Votes taken on this bill 1

Date	Chamber	What was voted on	Result	Yes–No
Jul 14, 2022	House · vote #355	On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended	Passed	413–8	See who voted →

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

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.

What's happening now July 14, 2022

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Committees of jurisdiction 1