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Call for Immediate Release of Marc Fogel from Russian Detention

This U.S. Congressional resolution urges the Russian government to immediately release Marc Fogel, an American teacher sentenced to 14 years for possessing a small amount of medical marijuana. It highlights the disproportionate and politically motivated nature of his sentence and the deteriorating conditions of his detention. The document also calls for the release of other wrongfully detained U.S. citizens in Russia.
Key points
U.S. Congress calls for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, an American teacher, from Russian detention.
Emphasizes that his 14-year sentence for medical marijuana possession is unjust and disproportionate.
Urges the Russian government to respect Fogel's human rights and provide consular access.
Calls on U.S. officials to advocate for Fogel's release in all interactions with Russia.
Condemns Russia's use of detentions for political purposes and seeks the release of other wrongfully held U.S. citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HCONRES_60
Sponsor: Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Calling for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, a United States citizen and teacher, who was given an unjust and disproportionate criminal sentence by the Government of the Russian Federation in June 2022.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HCONRES_60.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • U.S. Congress calls for the immediate release of Marc Fogel, an American teacher, from Russian detention.
  • Emphasizes that his 14-year sentence for medical marijuana possession is unjust and disproportionate.
  • Urges the Russian government to respect Fogel's human rights and provide consular access.
  • Calls on U.S. officials to advocate for Fogel's release in all interactions with Russia.
  • Condemns Russia's use of detentions for political purposes and seeks the release of other wrongfully held U.S. citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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