119th (2025–2027)
H.Res. 1217
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' disapproval of the United Kingdom government's handling of free speech issues, claiming that Prime Minister Keir Starmer and other officials have arrested and prosecuted citizens for online speech and social media posts. The resolution cites specific examples including the detention of Irish comedian Graham Linehan, arrests of individuals praying outside abortion clinics, and generally asserts that British authorities arrest over 12,000 people annually for speech-related offenses. The resolution affects no U.S. citizens directly but expresses Congressional concern about potential extradition of Americans and urges the Trump Administration to use tariffs, sanctions, visa revocation, and other measures against British officials it deems responsible for restricting free speech. The resolution contains no funding, appropriations, or specific timeline, as it is a non-binding expression of the House's position rather than legislation that creates enforceable requirements or allocates resources.