H.Res. 599 · 113th Congress

Urging the Government of the People's Republic of China to respect the freedom of assembly, expression, and religion and all fundamental human rights and the rule of law for all its citizens and to stop censoring discussion of the 1989 Tiananmen Square demonstrations and their violent suppression.

Stage: Passed chamber resolution
Sponsor: Chris Smith
Introduced: 2014-05-27
Latest action: 2014-05-28 · On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 379 - 1 (Roll no. 241).

Subjects

International affairs

Asia

Congressional tributes

Human rights

International law and treaties

Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

United Nations

Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad

Rule of law and government transparency

China

Refugees, asylum, displaced persons

Internet and video services

Internet, web applications, social media

Religion

News media and reporting

Protest and dissent

Detention of persons

International exchange and broadcasting

Lawyers and legal services

Travel and tourism