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A resolution remembering the 32nd anniversary of the violent repression of peaceful protests centered in Beijing's Tiananmen Square and expressing the sense of the Senate condemning the Government of the People's Republic of China's ongoing denial of basic rights and fundamental freedoms.

12/30/2022, 1:18 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 260

Bill 117 sres 260 is a resolution introduced in the US Senate to commemorate the 32nd anniversary of the violent crackdown on peaceful protests in Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China. The resolution condemns the Government of the People's Republic of China for its continued denial of basic rights and fundamental freedoms to its citizens.

The resolution highlights the events of June 4, 1989, when Chinese authorities used military force to suppress pro-democracy demonstrations in Tiananmen Square, resulting in the deaths of hundreds, if not thousands, of protesters. The resolution emphasizes the importance of remembering this tragic event and honoring the memory of those who lost their lives fighting for freedom and democracy.

Furthermore, the resolution expresses the Senate's strong disapproval of the Chinese government's ongoing violations of human rights, including censorship, surveillance, and suppression of dissent. It calls on the Chinese government to respect the rights of its citizens and uphold international standards of human rights. Overall, Bill 117 sres 260 serves as a reminder of the importance of standing up for human rights and condemning authoritarian regimes that deny their citizens basic freedoms. It sends a clear message to the Government of the People's Republic of China that the United States Senate stands in solidarity with those who seek freedom and democracy.

Congressional Summary of SRES 260

This resolution commemorates the Tiananmen Square protests and their violent suppression by the Chinese government. It also expresses sympathy to families of those killed, tortured, imprisoned, or exiled for participation in the prodemocracy demonstrations of spring 1989.

Current Status of Bill SRES 260

Bill SRES 260 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2021. Bill SRES 260 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on June 8, 2021.  Bill SRES 260's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3990-3991) as of June 8, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 260

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 260

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Asia
- China
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Congressional tributes
- Detention of persons
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Hong Kong
- Human rights
- International law and treaties
- International organizations and cooperation
- Protest and dissent
- Racial and ethnic relations
- Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
- Religion
- Sanctions
- Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 260

A resolution remembering the 32nd anniversary of the violent repression of peaceful protests centered in Beijing's Tiananmen Square and expressing the sense of the Senate condemning the Government of the People's Republic of China's ongoing denial of basic rights and fundamental freedoms.
A resolution remembering the 32nd anniversary of the violent repression of peaceful protests centered in Beijing's Tiananmen Square and expressing the sense of the Senate condemning the Government of the People's Republic of China's ongoing denial of basic rights and fundamental freedoms.

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