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NJ SR92
Resolution
Status
4/8/2024
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Zwicker
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AI Summary
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New Jersey Senate condemns the Russian Federation and Vladimir Putin for actions leading to the death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died on February 16, 2024, at age 47 while imprisoned at the IK-3 penal colony
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Navalny survived an assassination attempt in August 2020 when he was poisoned with a military-grade nerve agent and evacuated to Germany for treatment
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Upon returning to Russia in 2021, Navalny was immediately arrested and received cumulative prison sentences totaling over 30 years on charges including parole violations, embezzlement, contempt of court, and extremism
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Navalny reportedly endured inhumane prison conditions including solitary confinement, extreme cold, unsanitary conditions, and harsh beatings
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The resolution directs copies be sent to the U.S. Secretary of State, New Jersey's congressional delegation, the Russian Ambassador to the United States, and Russia's UN Permanent Representative
Legislative Description
Condemns actions of Russian Federation and Vladimir Putin for events leading up to death of Alexei Navalny.
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
4/8/2024