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Ted Cruz (R-TX)

A resolution expressing condemnation of the Chinese Communist Party's persecution of religious minority groups, including Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists and the detention of Pastor "Ezra" Jin Mingri and leaders of the Zion Church, and reaffirming the United States' global commitment to promote religious freedom and tolerance.

S.Res. 463 · Senate resolution International Affairs

A Republican resolution with 5 Democratic cosponsors · See all 14 cosponsors

Last activity — Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S7976)

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 voice vote

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 voice vote (members called out yes or no together): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

S. Res. 463 is a Senate resolution that condemns the Chinese Communist Party's persecution of religious minority groups, specifically mentioning Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists. It highlights the detention of Pastor "Ezra" Jin Mingri and others from the Zion Church. The resolution calls for the immediate release of these individuals and other wrongfully detained religious practitioners. It also demands that China end violence and discrimination against religious minorities. Finally, the resolution reaffirms the commitment of the United States to promote religious freedom and tolerance globally.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Scored +10

    Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?

    The bill strongly condemns religious persecution and reaffirms the U.S. commitment to global religious freedom.

  • Scored +5

    Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?

    The bill advocates for the right to freedom of expression and religious belief.

  • Scored +5

    Would Asian Americans be better off under this?

    The bill advocates for the rights and release of persecuted Asian religious minorities.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.