Calling on the Government of the People's Republic of China to immediately end abuses of the human rights of its citizens, to cease repression of Tibetan and Uighur citizens, and to end its support for the Governments of Sudan and Burma to ensure that the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games take place in an atmosphere that honors the Olympic traditions of freedom and openness.

Action history

1. 2008-07-30The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
2. 2008-07-30Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 539).
3. 2008-07-30Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
4. 2008-07-30On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 419 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 539).
5. 2008-07-30Considered as unfinished business.
6. 2008-07-30At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
7. 2008-07-30DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1370.
8. 2008-07-30Considered under suspension of the rules.
9. 2008-07-30Mr. Berman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
10. 2008-07-24Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
11. 2008-07-24Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
12. 2008-07-23Introduced in House
13. 2008-07-23Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.