Bill · H.R. 9085· House(119-HR-9085)
Tibet Atrocities Determination Act
- Introduced
- 6/2/2026
- Last activity
- 6/2/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Christopher Smith
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Tibet Atrocities Determination Act. It requires the Secretary of State to make a formal determination within one year on whether the actions of the People's Republic of China against Tibetans are genocide or crimes against humanity. The Secretary must also submit a written report containing the evidence, a review of relevant policies, and recommendations for United States policy responses like sanctions and visa restrictions. The report can include consultations with human rights experts, nongovernmental organizations, and the Tibetan diaspora. Finally, the bill provides specific definitions for the scope of the determination and the geographic area of Tibet.
Yes· 3 of 8
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?+7
The bill directly advocates for the human rights and protection of Tibetans within the broader Asian demographic context.
Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+6
The bill examines actions intended to repress Tibetan Buddhism, supporting international religious freedom.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+6
The bill mandates official determinations and reporting by the Secretary of State regarding atrocities, shaping foreign policy responses.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
-
Section 2: Requiring the Secretary of State to determine whether acts against Tibetans constitute genocide or crimes against humanity holds officials accountable and brings official attention to severe suffering.
-
Section 3: This section requires a written report with recommendations for United States policy responses, including potential sanctions and visa restrictions, which aims to address and curb human rights abuses.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Asian Americans+7Good For Immigrants+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Religious Freedom+6Improves Racial Equity+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+6Improves International Alliances+4
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+5Increases Federal Power+2
- 6/18/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/2/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
John MoolenaarRepublican · Michigan
Thomas SuozziDemocrat · New York