A resolution commending Pope Francis for his leadership in helping to secure the release of Alan Gross and for working with the Governments of the United States and Cuba to achieve a more positive relationship.

Bill Number

SRES 26

Introduced

Jan 13, 2015

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S209-210)

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Caribbean area Congressional tributes Cuba Detention of persons Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad International Affairs Latin America Religion

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Summary

Extends the Senate's gratitude to Pope Francis for his extraordinary efforts in helping to secure the release of Alan Gross.

Commends His Holiness for his role in encouraging an improved U.S.-Cuba relationship.

Welcomes the return of Alan Gross to the United States.

Actions

Jan 13, 2015

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S209-210)
Jan 13, 2015

Introduced in Senate

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