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Us Congress Senate Bill SR715

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SR715

Introduced
6/3/24  

Caption

A resolution remembering the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre, and condemning the widespread repression against citizens, the transnational repression against activists and other individuals, and the systematic efforts to undermine human rights norms within and outside of the United Nations system by the People's Republic of China.

Impact

The resolution calls for the United States government to honor the victims of the Tiananmen Square Massacre and to demand accountability from the Chinese government for its human rights abuses. This includes urging for an independent investigation into the events of June 4, 1989, and advocating for an end to censorship concerning the massacre. SR715 emphasizes the need for international solidarity in support of human rights and political freedom in China, effectively positioning the United States as an advocate for global human rights standards.

Summary

SR715 is a resolution that commemorates the victims of the Tiananmen Square Massacre that occurred in 1989, emphasizing the tragedy of the event where authorities of the People's Republic of China killed thousands of peaceful pro-democracy protesters. The bill aims to raise awareness about the ongoing repression against citizens in China and abroad, particularly targeting activists and their families who continue to speak out against the government. The resolution strongly condemns the systematic efforts by the Chinese government to undermine human rights norms both within China and on an international scale.

Contention

While the resolution may be seen as a strong stance against human rights abuses by the Chinese government, it may generate political contention regarding the U.S. approach to China. Some lawmakers argue that such resolutions could exacerbate tensions between the two nations. The bill's proponents stress the importance of addressing these issues to support democracy and freedom, while critics might view it as counterproductive to diplomatic relations. Overall, the resolution embodies a broader commitment to human rights and highlights the struggles faced by activists in China.

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Previously Filed As

US SR237

A resolution 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.

US HR470

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.

US HR462

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.

US HR1221

Marking the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre and condemning the ongoing and often brutal suppression of human rights and basic freedoms by the Government of the People's Republic of China and Chinese Communist Party, including in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and for other purposes.

US SR226

A resolution condemning the Government of the People's Republic of China for engaging in transnational repression.

US HB3737

Tiananmen Massacre Transparency and Accountability Act

US HR130

This resolution condemns China's efforts to suppress free speech, assembly, and academic freedom in the United States and reaffirms the U.S. commitment to defending the rights of individuals to express themselves freely both domestically and globally. The resolution also calls on U.S. federal and local law enforcement agencies to take swift action against China's attempts to extend its intolerance of dissent into the United States.

US HB9707

Transnational Repression Reporting Act of 2024

US SR283

A resolution commemorating the 90th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on July 6, 2025, as "A Day of Compassion" and expressing support for the human rights and distinct religious, cultural, linguistic, and historical identity of the Tibetan people.

US SB5491

A bill to mobilize United States strategic, economic, and diplomatic tools to confront the challenges posed by the People's Republic of China and to set a positive agenda for United States economic and diplomatic efforts abroad, and for other purposes.

Similar Bills

US HB3737

Tiananmen Massacre Transparency and Accountability Act

US HR1221

Marking the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre and condemning the ongoing and often brutal suppression of human rights and basic freedoms by the Government of the People's Republic of China and Chinese Communist Party, including in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and for other purposes.

US HR470

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.

US SR237

A resolution 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.

US HR462

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.

US HB4181

To designate the area between the intersections of International Drive, Northwest and Van Ness Street, Northwest and International Drive, Northwest and International Place, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as "Tiananmen Square Memorial Boulevard", and for other purposes.

OR HCR11

Declaring June 4, 2025, Communist Survival Day in honor of all those who lost their lives during the Tiananmen Square Massacre.

MI HR0188

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