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Directs the House to honor and support people affected by the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests, criticizes the People’s Republic of China and Hong Kong authorities for human rights abuses, and calls for protection of basic rights in China, Hong Kong, Tibet, and Xinjiang. It urges China and Hong Kong to allow exiled protesters to return safely and asks U.S. officials and Members of Congress to mark the 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen events on June 4, 2025.
On April 15, 1989, peaceful demonstrators gathered in Tiananmen Square to mourn Hu Yaobang.
Throughout April and May 1989, peaceful demonstrations continued in Tiananmen Square and in about 400 cities across China.
By May 17, 1989, an estimated 1,000,000 Chinese citizens from many walks of life had gathered peacefully in Tiananmen Square calling for democratic reforms.
The 1989 demonstrators called on the PRC government to eliminate corruption, speed economic and political reform, and protect human rights, including freedoms of expression and assembly.
On May 20, 1989, the Government of the PRC declared martial law.
Primary effects are symbolic and diplomatic rather than legal. Directly affected groups include survivors and families of the 1989 Tiananmen protests, exiled Chinese activists, pro‑democracy activists in Hong Kong, and human rights advocates focused on Tibet and Xinjiang. The resolution increases public and congressional attention to alleged abuses and may influence U.S. statements, diplomacy, and future policymaking toward China and Hong Kong. It could prompt responses from the Chinese and Hong Kong governments (diplomatic rebuttals or criticism). There are no funding, regulatory, or operational changes for U.S. agencies, nor does it create enforceable obligations for foreign governments.
Last progress June 4, 2025 (8 months ago)
Introduced on June 4, 2025 by Ami Bera
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.