Marking the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre and condemning the ongoing and often brutal suppression of human rights and basic freedoms by the Government of the People's Republic of China and Chinese Communist Party, including in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HRES 1221

Bill 118 hres 1221, also known as the "Marking the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre and condemning the ongoing and often brutal suppression of human rights and basic freedoms by the Government of the People's Republic of China and Chinese Communist Party, including in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress.

The bill aims to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre, a tragic event in which the Chinese government violently suppressed pro-democracy protests in Beijing in 1989. The bill also condemns the ongoing and often brutal suppression of human rights and basic freedoms by the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party, particularly in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

The legislation highlights the importance of upholding human rights and freedoms, and calls on the Chinese government to respect the rights of its citizens. It also emphasizes the need for the international community to hold China accountable for its actions and to support efforts to promote democracy and freedom in the region. Overall, Bill 118 hres 1221 serves as a reminder of the importance of standing up for human rights and condemning violations of these rights, particularly in China. It underscores the need for continued advocacy and action to address these issues and support those fighting for freedom and democracy in the country.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1221

Bill HRES 1221 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 10, 2024. Bill HRES 1221 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 10, 2024. Bill HRES 1221's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of May 10, 2024

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Marking the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre and condemning the ongoing and often brutal suppression of human rights and basic freedoms by the Government of the People's Republic of China and Chinese Communist Party, including in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and for other purposes.Marking the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre and condemning the ongoing and often brutal suppression of human rights and basic freedoms by the Government of the People's Republic of China and Chinese Communist Party, including in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and for other purposes.

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