A resolution condemning Beijing's destruction of Hong Kong's democracy and rule of law.

3/12/2024, 9:28 AM

This resolution condemns China's Hong Kong national security law (officially called The Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region) and related human rights abuses. The resolution also (1) supports the people of Hong Kong as they fight to exercise fundamental rights and freedoms; and (2) calls upon the Hong Kong government to drop all sedition and national security law-related charges and free all defendants immediately, including Jimmy Lai, Cardinal Zen, and at least 47 individuals known collectively as the Hong Kong 47.

Bill 118 SRES 106 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that condemns Beijing's actions in destroying Hong Kong's democracy and rule of law. The resolution highlights the importance of Hong Kong's autonomy and the need to protect the rights and freedoms of its citizens.

The resolution specifically calls out Beijing for its imposition of the National Security Law in Hong Kong, which has been criticized for undermining the city's autonomy and restricting freedom of speech and assembly. It also condemns the arrests of pro-democracy activists and the disqualification of elected officials in Hong Kong.

The resolution emphasizes the United States' support for the people of Hong Kong and calls on the international community to stand up against Beijing's actions. It also urges the US government to take action to hold Beijing accountable for its violations of Hong Kong's autonomy and human rights. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 106 is a strong statement of condemnation against Beijing's actions in Hong Kong and a call to action for the US government and the international community to protect the rights and freedoms of the people of Hong Kong.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 106

Introduced on
2023-03-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/4/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution condemns China's Hong Kong national security law (officially called The Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region) and related human rights abuses. The resolution also (1) supports the people of Hong Kong as they fight to exercise fundamental rights and freedoms; and (2) calls upon the Hong Kong government to drop all sedition and national security law-related charges and free all defendants immediately, including Jimmy Lai, Cardinal Zen, and at least 47 individuals known collectively as the Hong Kong 47.

Bill 118 SRES 106 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that condemns Beijing's actions in destroying Hong Kong's democracy and rule of law. The resolution highlights the importance of Hong Kong's autonomy and the need to protect the rights and freedoms of its citizens.

The resolution specifically calls out Beijing for its imposition of the National Security Law in Hong Kong, which has been criticized for undermining the city's autonomy and restricting freedom of speech and assembly. It also condemns the arrests of pro-democracy activists and the disqualification of elected officials in Hong Kong.

The resolution emphasizes the United States' support for the people of Hong Kong and calls on the international community to stand up against Beijing's actions. It also urges the US government to take action to hold Beijing accountable for its violations of Hong Kong's autonomy and human rights. Overall, Bill 118 SRES 106 is a strong statement of condemnation against Beijing's actions in Hong Kong and a call to action for the US government and the international community to protect the rights and freedoms of the people of Hong Kong.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution condemning Beijing's destruction of Hong Kong's democracy and rule of law.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Asia•
China•
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation•
Hong Kong•
Human rights•
Protest and dissent•
Rule of law and government transparency

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Latest Summary12/28/2023

This resolution condemns China's Hong Kong national security law (officially called The Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region) and related human rights abuses...


Latest Action5/4/2023
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 55.