H.Res. 267 — Calling for the immediate and unconditional release of British marines and sailors held captive by Iran, and for other purposes.

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Condemns the Islamic Republic of Iran for the seizure of 15 British marines and sailors and demands their unconditional release.

Calls on the U.N. Security Council to condemn this seizure and explore new sanctions against Iran, including gasoline restrictions, to prevent further Iranian hostile action, deny Iran's ability to militarize the Persian Gulf, and enforce Iran's nonproliferation commitments.

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S.Res. 136A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate condemning the seizure by the Government of Iran of 15 British naval personnel in Iraqi territorial waters, and calling for their immediate, safe, and unconditional release.
2007-03-29Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4223; text as passed Senate: CR S4223; text of measure as introduced: CR S4216)
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2007-03-26
Introduced in House
2007-03-26
Introduced in House
2007-03-26
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E647)
2007-03-26
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
2007-03-27
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
2007-03-27
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Voice Vote.

Calling for the immediate and unconditional release of British marines and sailors held captive by Iran, and for other purposes.

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