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US Senate Condemns Cardinal Zen's Arrest in Hong Kong

This US Senate resolution condemns the arrest of Cardinal Zen in Hong Kong and calls for immediate dropping of charges. It reaffirms support for democracy, autonomy, religious freedom, and human rights in Hong Kong, potentially increasing international pressure on Chinese and Hong Kong authorities regarding citizens' rights.
Key points
The US Senate condemns Cardinal Zen's arrest and calls for all charges to be dropped immediately.
The resolution reaffirms religious freedom as a fundamental right and urges an end to targeting civil society actors in Hong Kong.
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Print number: 117_SRES_821
Sponsor: Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]
Process start date: 2022-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution condemning the arrest of Cardinal Zen in Hong Kong, and reaffirming the commitment of the Senate to supporting democracy, autonomy, religious freedom, and human rights in Hong Kong.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_821.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The US Senate condemns Cardinal Zen's arrest and calls for all charges to be dropped immediately.
  • The resolution reaffirms religious freedom as a fundamental right and urges an end to targeting civil society actors in Hong Kong.
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 Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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