Responding to the promulgation of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, under Article 23 of the Basic Law, by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government on March 19, 2024.
7/1/2024, 12:34 PMSummary of Bill HRES 1277
Bill 118 HRES 1277 is a response to the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance enacted by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government on March 19, 2024. The Ordinance, implemented under Article 23 of the Basic Law, has raised concerns about potential violations of human rights and freedoms in Hong Kong.The Bill aims to address these concerns by calling for a comprehensive review of the Ordinance and its impact on the people of Hong Kong. It also seeks to hold the Hong Kong government accountable for any violations of international law and agreements related to human rights and freedoms.
Additionally, Bill 118 HRES 1277 urges the United States government to take diplomatic action to address the situation in Hong Kong and to support efforts to protect the rights and freedoms of the people living there. Overall, this Bill highlights the importance of upholding human rights and freedoms in Hong Kong and calls for action to address any violations that may occur as a result of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1277
Bill HRES 1277 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 4, 2024. Bill HRES 1277 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 4, 2024. Bill HRES 1277's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of June 4, 2024Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1277
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Responding to the promulgation of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, under Article 23 of the Basic Law, by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government on March 19, 2024.Responding to the promulgation of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, under Article 23 of the Basic Law, by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government on March 19, 2024.Comments
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