H.Res. 793 · 118th Congress · International Affairs
Calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during October 2023 attack on Israel.
What it does
This resolution calls on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during its October 2023 attack on Israel. The resolution (1) condemns Hamas for attacking Israel, taking hostages, and for threats made against hostages; (2) demands that Hamas immediately release hostages; (3) recognizes that hostage-taking is a violation of international humanitarian law; and (4) expresses sympathy to the hostages, wounded, deceased, and their families.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Nov 28, 2023 (Passed House). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.
Roll call votes
| Date | Question | Party split (yea) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2023 House roll 671 |
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and AgreeCalling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during October 2023 attack on Israel | D 203–0 · R 211–0 |
Passed 414–0 |
Latest action
Nov 28, 2023 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.