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Jeff Merkley (D-OR)

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.

S.Res. 283 · Senate resolution International Affairs

A Democratic resolution with 5 Republican cosponsors · See all 12 cosponsors

Last activity — Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S4342-4343)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution commemorates the 90th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on July 6, 2025, by designating it as a "Day of Compassion." It congratulates the Dalai Lama for his contributions to peace, human rights, and nonviolence. The resolution affirms the human rights and fundamental freedoms of the Tibetan people, including their right to regional autonomy. It also addresses the selection and installation of future Tibetan Buddhist religious leaders. Finally, it reiterates that such religious decisions should be made by the Tibetan community rather than outside governments.

Yes

  • Scored +5

    Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?

    The resolution strongly supports the right of Tibetan Buddhists to select their own religious leaders.

  • Scored +3

    Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?

    The resolution notes the importance of preserving Tibet's environment and water resources.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.