Bill · H.Res. 130· House(119-HRES-130)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in condemning the Government of the People's Republic of China for its harassment and efforts to intimidate American citizens and other individuals on United States soil with the goal of suppressing speech and narratives the People's Republic of China finds unwelcome.
- Introduced
- 2/13/2025
- Last activity
- 2/13/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Ami Bera
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives in condemning the Government of the People's Republic of China for harassment and intimidation on United States soil. It highlights actions aimed at suppressing free speech, academic freedom, and assembly for American citizens and other individuals. The text details various incidents including personal attacks on scholars, visa restrictions, placing overseas democracy activists on wanted lists, and physical harassment during visits by foreign leaders. Furthermore, the resolution calls on law enforcement, academic institutions, and the executive branch to take action against these foreign attempts to extend intolerance of dissent into the United States. Finally, it advocates for international collaboration and using our voice in international organizations to combat transnational repression.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+7
The resolution condemns efforts to suppress free speech and urges the protection of individuals' rights to express themselves without fear of retaliation.
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+7
The resolution emphasizes the necessity of free speech for a free society and calls for the protection of academic freedom.
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?+5
The resolution seeks to protect individuals from foreign intimidation that can specifically target diaspora communities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Defending Free Speech and Expression: The House of Representatives strongly condemns efforts to suppress free speech, assembly, and academic freedom in the United States through harassment and intimidation, as outlined in resolved clause (1). This is positive because it stands up for the fundamental rights of individuals on American soil.
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Enhancing Law Enforcement Protection: The resolution calls on United States Federal and local law enforcement agencies to enhance vigilance and take swift action against the PRC's attempts to target people exercising their First Amendment rights, found in resolved clause (2). This provides a clear call to protect everyday people from foreign interference while exercising their constitutional rights.
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Protecting Academic Research: Academic institutions and think tanks are urged to protect academic freedom by resisting foreign pressure aimed at stifling open scholarly research and debate, according to resolved clause (3). This helps ensure that researchers and scholars can conduct their work safely without facing undue pressure or intimidation.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific provisions that impose negative consequences, burdens, or harms on 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+5Good For Students+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+7Improves Policing Reform+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+5Improves Diplomatic Engagement+4
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+7
- 2/13/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Andy BarrRepublican · Kentucky