SRES 28
97th Congress
Senate
International Affairs
Algeria
Americans in foreign countries
Commemorations
Congressional tributes
Hostages
Iran
Senate
A resolution relating to the release of the American hostages held captive in Iran.
Introduced: January 21, 1981
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Jan 21, 1981
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
Jan 21, 1981
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
Jan 21, 1981
Submitted in the Senate.
Jan 21, 1981
Introduced in Senate
Plain-English summary
Expresses the jubilation and relief of the Senate at the release of the 52 Americans held hostage by Iran. Expresses appreciation for the efforts of various Government officials to secure the release of the hostages. Recognizes the patriotism of the military personnel who tried to rescue them. Thanks Algeria for its help in securing the hostages' release.
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
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