H.Res. 358 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Apr 29, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summarySeeks justice for abducted Japanese citizens
This resolution addresses the longstanding issue of Japanese citizens who were abducted by North Korea. It calls on North Korea to release any foreign nationals it has abducted, return the remains of those who have died, offer an apology, make restitution to victims, and stop abductions permanently.
How it affects you
This is a symbolic measure rather than a law that changes rules or programs. It expresses Congress's position on an international issue but doesn't directly affect most Americans' daily lives. Families of abducted Japanese citizens and the Japanese government may see it as a statement of U.S. support for resolving this humanitarian concern.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Apr 29, 2025)
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.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH.Res. 358
RESOLUTION
A resolution seeking justice for the Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.
Sponsor: Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans (R-VA-2) · Introduced Apr 29, 2025 · International Affairs · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Apr 29, 2025: “Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.”