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H.Res. 358 · 119th Congress

A resolution seeking justice for the Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.

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This resolution calls on North Korea to release any abducted foreign nationals, including those from Japan. The resolution also urges North Korea to return the remains of deceased abductees, to make appropriate restitution, to apologize, and to permanently cease such activities.

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Introduced in House, Apr 29, 2025).

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What has happened

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  1. 2025-04-29Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.House floor actions
  2. 2025-04-29Submitted in HouseLibrary of Congress
  3. 2025-04-29Submitted in HouseLibrary of Congress

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Cosponsors

  • Rep. Don Bacon R-NE-2
  • Rep. Ami Bera D-CA-6
  • Del. Kimberlyn King-Hinds R-MP-At Large
  • Rep. Brad Sherman D-CA-32
  • Rep. Jefferson Shreve R-IN-6
  • Rep. Adrian Smith R-NE-3
  • Rep. Adam Smith D-WA-9
  • Rep. Thomas R. Suozzi D-NY-3
  • Rep. Jill N. Tokuda D-HI-2
  • Rep. Joe Wilson R-SC-2