Bill · H.Res. 1217· House(119-HRES-1217)
Expressing support for the citizens of the United Kingdom as they continue to face assaults on their rights to free speech and freedom of expression.
- Introduced
- 4/27/2026
- Last activity
- 4/27/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Michael Rulli
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses support for citizens of the United Kingdom facing assaults on their rights to free speech and freedom of expression. It expresses disapproval of Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Labour Party for violating these rights. The document condemns actions by United Kingdom officials that seek to extradite American citizens for exercising their speech rights. It urges the Trump Administration to use resources like tariffs and sanctions to hold such officials accountable. Additionally, it asks the administration to refuse recognition of United Kingdom laws that infringe on speech rights.
Yes
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+7
The resolution explicitly defends and seeks to protect the right to free speech and expression against foreign interference.
The opposite
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?-5
The resolution's call for sanctions and tariffs against UK officials could strain diplomatic relations with a key ally.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?-4
The resolution urges confrontational economic and travel measures against the United Kingdom rather than diplomatic dialogue.
Does this make trade with other countries easier?-3
The call for tariffs against UK officials could lead to retaliatory trade barriers.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of American Citizens: The resolution seeks to ensure that the constitutionally protected rights of American citizens take precedence over actions by United Kingdom officials aimed at undermining those rights (Section 6).
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Accountability for Foreign Officials: The resolution urges the use of tariffs, sanctions, and the revocation of visas to hold officials of the United Kingdom accountable for acting as though they are above the United States Constitution (Section 3).
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Defense of Free Speech: The resolution expresses support for citizens of the United Kingdom who are facing consequences for exercising their rights to free speech and freedom of expression (Resolution preamble).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Economic and Travel Burdens: The resolution urges the use of tariffs, sanctions, and the revocation of visas against officials of the United Kingdom (Section 3).
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Diplomatic Friction: The resolution calls for the Trump Administration to refuse recognition of any laws or orders of the United Kingdom that infringe upon rights to freedom of speech and expression (Section 4).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances-5Improves Diplomatic Engagement-4Improves International Trade-3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+7
- 4/27/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
Warren DavidsonRepublican · Ohio
Jefferson Van DrewRepublican · New Jersey