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Supporting October 30 Designation as International Day of Political Prisoners.

This Senate resolution formally supports designating October 30 as the International Day of Political Prisoners. While it does not change your daily obligations, it strengthens the US commitment to condemning political repression globally and supports government efforts to secure the release of individuals imprisoned for peacefully expressing their beliefs.
Key points
The US Senate officially supports recognizing October 30 as the Day of Political Prisoners, emphasizing the importance of free expression.
It urges the US Government to continue negotiations with other countries to secure the release of journalists, activists, and human rights defenders.
The resolution expresses solidarity with the estimated one million people worldwide imprisoned for political or religious beliefs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_472
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Process start date: 2025-10-29