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Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day of March 10, 1959, and condemning human rights violations related to the hydropower dam construction project in Derge.
4/7/2024, 4:05 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 1072
Bill 118 HRES 1072, also known as the "Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day of March 10, 1959, and condemning human rights violations related to the hydropower dam construction project in Derge," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to acknowledge and condemn human rights violations in Tibet.
The bill specifically recognizes the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day, which took place on March 10, 1959, when Tibetans rose up against Chinese occupation. The resolution highlights the ongoing struggle for Tibetan independence and calls for the protection of Tibetan culture, religion, and human rights.
Additionally, the bill condemns human rights violations related to the construction of a hydropower dam project in Derge, a region in Tibet. The resolution expresses concern over the displacement of local communities, environmental damage, and lack of consultation with affected populations. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1072 aims to bring attention to the plight of Tibetans and urge the Chinese government to respect human rights and cultural autonomy in Tibet. It emphasizes the importance of upholding international norms and values in the face of ongoing human rights abuses.
The bill specifically recognizes the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day, which took place on March 10, 1959, when Tibetans rose up against Chinese occupation. The resolution highlights the ongoing struggle for Tibetan independence and calls for the protection of Tibetan culture, religion, and human rights.
Additionally, the bill condemns human rights violations related to the construction of a hydropower dam project in Derge, a region in Tibet. The resolution expresses concern over the displacement of local communities, environmental damage, and lack of consultation with affected populations. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1072 aims to bring attention to the plight of Tibetans and urge the Chinese government to respect human rights and cultural autonomy in Tibet. It emphasizes the importance of upholding international norms and values in the face of ongoing human rights abuses.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1072
This resolution (1) recognizes the 65th anniversary of the flight of the Dalai Lama from Tibet in response to Chinese military aggression; (2) confirms longstanding support for human rights and self-determination for the Tibetan people; and (3) condemns China's persistent efforts to erase the Tibetan people's distinct religious, cultural, linguistic, and historical identity, most recently through a proposed hydropower dam in eastern Tibet.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1072
Bill HRES 1072 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2024. Bill HRES 1072 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2024. Bill HRES 1072's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 11, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1072
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
14Democrat Cosponsors
12Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1072
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1072
Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day of March 10, 1959, and condemning human rights violations related to the hydropower dam construction project in Derge.
Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising Day of March 10, 1959, and condemning human rights violations related to the hydropower dam construction project in Derge.
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