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Urging the International Olympic Committee to take into consideration the mass detention of Uyghurs and consider all options to uphold the fundamental rights of persecuted minorities in China ahead of the 2022 Olympic Games.
12/31/2022, 4:57 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 466
Bill 117 H.Res. 466, titled "Urging the International Olympic Committee to take into consideration the mass detention of Uyghurs and consider all options to uphold the fundamental rights of persecuted minorities in China ahead of the 2022 Olympic Games," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution calls on the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to address the ongoing human rights abuses against the Uyghur minority in China, particularly the mass detention of Uyghurs in internment camps.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of upholding fundamental rights and freedoms for all individuals, regardless of their ethnicity or background. It urges the IOC to consider the plight of the Uyghurs and other persecuted minorities in China when making decisions related to the 2022 Olympic Games, which are scheduled to be held in Beijing.
The resolution does not prescribe specific actions for the IOC to take, but rather encourages the committee to explore all options available to ensure that the rights of persecuted minorities are respected and protected. It highlights the need for the IOC to use its platform and influence to address human rights violations and promote justice and equality. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 466 serves as a call to action for the IOC to prioritize human rights considerations in its decision-making processes leading up to the 2022 Olympic Games in China. It underscores the importance of holding countries accountable for their treatment of minority populations and advocating for the protection of fundamental rights on a global scale.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of upholding fundamental rights and freedoms for all individuals, regardless of their ethnicity or background. It urges the IOC to consider the plight of the Uyghurs and other persecuted minorities in China when making decisions related to the 2022 Olympic Games, which are scheduled to be held in Beijing.
The resolution does not prescribe specific actions for the IOC to take, but rather encourages the committee to explore all options available to ensure that the rights of persecuted minorities are respected and protected. It highlights the need for the IOC to use its platform and influence to address human rights violations and promote justice and equality. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 466 serves as a call to action for the IOC to prioritize human rights considerations in its decision-making processes leading up to the 2022 Olympic Games in China. It underscores the importance of holding countries accountable for their treatment of minority populations and advocating for the protection of fundamental rights on a global scale.
Congressional Summary of HRES 466
This resolution urges the International Olympic Committee to consider that the Olympic Charter's principles of solidarity and nondiscrimination are hard to reconcile with holding the 2022 Winter Games in China, a country that the resolution states stands credibly accused of perpetuating crimes against humanity and genocide against ethnic and religious minorities.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 466
Bill HRES 466 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2021. Bill HRES 466 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 8, 2021. Bill HRES 466's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation. as of August 4, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 466
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
10Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 466
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Asia
- Athletes
- China
- Detention of persons
- Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
- Human rights
- International organizations and cooperation
- News media and reporting
- Olympic games
- Racial and ethnic relations
- Religion
- Sports and recreation facilities
- War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 466
Urging the International Olympic Committee to take into consideration the mass detention of Uyghurs and consider all options to uphold the fundamental rights of persecuted minorities in China ahead of the 2022 Olympic Games.
Urging the International Olympic Committee to take into consideration the mass detention of Uyghurs and consider all options to uphold the fundamental rights of persecuted minorities in China ahead of the 2022 Olympic Games.
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