Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day of March 10, 1959, and condemning human rights violations related to the hydropower dam construction project in Derge.

4/7/2024, 4:05 AM

This resolution (1) recognizes the 65th anniversary of the flight of the Dalai Lama from Tibet in response to Chinese military aggression; (2) confirms longstanding support for human rights and self-determination for the Tibetan people; and (3) condemns China's persistent efforts to erase the Tibetan people's distinct religious, cultural, linguistic, and historical identity, most recently through a proposed hydropower dam in eastern Tibet.

Bill 118 HRES 1072, also known as the "Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day of March 10, 1959, and condemning human rights violations related to the hydropower dam construction project in Derge," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to acknowledge and condemn human rights violations in Tibet.

The bill specifically recognizes the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day, which took place on March 10, 1959, when Tibetans rose up against Chinese occupation. The resolution highlights the ongoing struggle for Tibetan independence and calls for the protection of Tibetan culture, religion, and human rights.

Additionally, the bill condemns human rights violations related to the construction of a hydropower dam project in Derge, a region in Tibet. The resolution expresses concern over the displacement of local communities, environmental damage, and lack of consultation with affected populations. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1072 aims to bring attention to the plight of Tibetans and urge the Chinese government to respect human rights and cultural autonomy in Tibet. It emphasizes the importance of upholding international norms and values in the face of ongoing human rights abuses.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1072

Introduced on
2024-03-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/11/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution (1) recognizes the 65th anniversary of the flight of the Dalai Lama from Tibet in response to Chinese military aggression; (2) confirms longstanding support for human rights and self-determination for the Tibetan people; and (3) condemns China's persistent efforts to erase the Tibetan people's distinct religious, cultural, linguistic, and historical identity, most recently through a proposed hydropower dam in eastern Tibet.

Bill 118 HRES 1072, also known as the "Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day of March 10, 1959, and condemning human rights violations related to the hydropower dam construction project in Derge," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to acknowledge and condemn human rights violations in Tibet.

The bill specifically recognizes the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day, which took place on March 10, 1959, when Tibetans rose up against Chinese occupation. The resolution highlights the ongoing struggle for Tibetan independence and calls for the protection of Tibetan culture, religion, and human rights.

Additionally, the bill condemns human rights violations related to the construction of a hydropower dam project in Derge, a region in Tibet. The resolution expresses concern over the displacement of local communities, environmental damage, and lack of consultation with affected populations. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1072 aims to bring attention to the plight of Tibetans and urge the Chinese government to respect human rights and cultural autonomy in Tibet. It emphasizes the importance of upholding international norms and values in the face of ongoing human rights abuses.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRecognizing the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day of March 10, 1959, and condemning human rights violations related to the hydropower dam construction project in Derge.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary12/2/2024

This resolution (1) recognizes the 65th anniversary of the flight of the Dalai Lama from Tibet in response to Chinese military aggression; (2) confirms longstanding support for human rights and self-determination for the Tibetan people; and (3) co...


Latest Action3/11/2024
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.