[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 240 Engrossed in House (EH)]
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H. Res. 240
In the House of Representatives, U. S.,
April 17, 2023.
Whereas United States European Command released footage confirming that 2
Russian Su-27 fighter jets acted unprofessionally and in a reckless
manner when intercepting and downing a U.S. MQ-9 Reaper drone on March
14, 2023;
Whereas a United States Air Force drone was acting safely and responsibly in
international airspace and in accordance with international law; and
Whereas the 2 fighter jets released fuel and bumped into the drone, resulting in
the drone crash-landing in the Black Sea: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) condemns the reckless actions of the Russian military; and
(2) reaffirms the United States will not be deterred from operating
U.S. drones in international airspace in the Black Sea region due to
Russia's reckless behavior.
Attest:
Clerk.