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Remembering Tiananmen, Condemning China's Human Rights Crackdown

The U.S. House of Representatives remembers the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre. It strongly criticizes the Chinese government for continuing to suppress human rights and basic freedoms in mainland China and Hong Kong. The resolution calls for China to stop censorship and respect freedoms.
Key points
Honors victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests and those fighting for remembrance.
Condemns China's ongoing human rights abuses and suppression of dissent.
Calls on China and Hong Kong authorities to respect freedoms and uphold international commitments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_456
Sponsor: Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-7]
Process start date: 2021-06-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Remembering the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre and condemning the continued and intensifying crackdown on human rights and basic freedoms within the People's Republic of China, including the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, by the Chinese Communist Party, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_456.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Honors victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests and those fighting for remembrance.
  • Condemns China's ongoing human rights abuses and suppression of dissent.
  • Calls on China and Hong Kong authorities to respect freedoms and uphold international commitments.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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