SRES 98 United States Senate · 119th Congress

A resolution condemning Beijing's destruction of Hong Kong's democracy and rule of law.

This resolution (SRES 98) condemns the Chinese government's implementation of Hong Kong's National Security Law and the Article 23 Ordinance, which the Senate states have undermined Hong Kong's autonomy, rule of law, and freedoms. It specifically urges accountability for actions like the sentencing of pro-democracy figures (including Jimmy Lai) and calls for Hong Kong authorities to drop related charges. The resolution also advocates for U.S. and international efforts to adjust Hong Kong's voting status at multilateral organizations, arguing that Hong Kong no longer maintains meaningful independence from mainland China. As a non-binding resolution, it does not enact new laws but formally expresses the Senate's position on these matters.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 26, 2025 Last action Apr 28, 2025
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Apr 28, 2025
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Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
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Mar 27, 2025
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Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
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Feb 26, 2025
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1400-1401)
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Feb 26, 2025
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