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Senate Demands Immediate Release of US Citizen Wrongfully Detained by Taliban.

The US Senate formally condemned the wrongful detention of George Glezmann and other Americans by the Taliban in Afghanistan. The resolution demands Glezmann's immediate and unconditional release, citing his rapidly declining health due to harsh prison conditions. This action signals a strong commitment by the legislative branch to press the Executive Branch and foreign powers to secure the safety and freedom of detained citizens abroad.
Key points
The Senate calls on the Taliban to immediately release George Glezmann and all other wrongfully detained US citizens and permanent residents.
The resolution urges the US President and executive officials to continuously press the Taliban for Glezmann's release.
It condemns the Taliban's use of wrongful detention of Americans for political gain and expresses support for the affected families.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_753
Sponsor: Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA]
Process start date: 2024-07-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution calling for the immediate release of George Glezmann, a United States citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on December 5, 2022, and condemning the wrongful detention of all Americans by the Taliban.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_753.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Senate calls on the Taliban to immediately release George Glezmann and all other wrongfully detained US citizens and permanent residents.
  • The resolution urges the US President and executive officials to continuously press the Taliban for Glezmann's release.
  • It condemns the Taliban's use of wrongful detention of Americans for political gain and expresses support for the affected families.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

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 Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 7/9/2024 CR S4269)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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