Bill · H.Res. 73· House(119-HRES-73)
Condemning the fraudulent January 2025 Belarusian presidential election and the Lukashenka regime's continued autocratic rule, calling for continued support for the people of Belarus who seek a democratic future, and calling for free and fair elections in Belarus in line with international standards.
- Introduced
- 1/28/2025
- Last activity
- 1/28/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- William Keating
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 5
- 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 condemns the fraudulent January 2025 Belarusian presidential election and the autocratic rule of the Lukashenka regime. It calls for the immediate release of more than 1,200 political prisoners and demands free and fair elections in line with international standards. The text criticizes the regime for supporting Russia's war in Ukraine, hosting Russian nuclear weapons, and participating in the forced transfer of Ukrainian children. It supports continued U.S. assistance, regular dialogue with the Belarusian democratic opposition, and additional sanctions against regime officials. Ultimately, the House of Representatives stands with the Belarusian people in their pursuit of a democratic future.
Yes· 3 of 9
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+7
The bill calls for the release of political prisoners who have been subjected to unfair treatment and repression.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+6
The bill encourages coordination with allied and partner governments to hold the Lukashenka regime accountable.
Does this send more money or help to other countries?+5
The resolution supports continued assistance and strategic dialogue to support the Belarusian democratic movement.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Democratic Opposition: Resolution paragraph (5) calls for continued support to the Belarusian democratic opposition and regular meetings of the Strategic Dialogue between the United States and the opposition. This might be considered positive because it demonstrates U.S. solidarity and seeks creative solutions to hold the regime accountable.
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Release of Political Prisoners: Resolution paragraph (6) calls on the Lukashenka regime to immediately release the more than 1,200 political prisoners who remain behind bars in Belarus. This is positive because it aims to free peaceful protesters, journalists, and business leaders who are unjustly detained.
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Accountability for Human Rights Abuses: Resolution paragraph (4) supports additional sanctions against the Lukashenka regime and officials who undermine democracy in Belarus. This could be viewed as positive because it targets those responsible for repression, including judges, police officials, and state-owned businesses.
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Standing with the Belarusian People: Resolution paragraph (8) states that the House stands with the Belarusian people as they pursue a democratic future free from authoritarian repression. This offers moral support to individuals working for freedom despite an intense environment of repression.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Sanctions and Economic Burdens: Resolution paragraph (4) supports additional sanctions against the Lukashenka regime, including state-owned businesses that profit on the regime's repression. While aimed at the regime, broader economic sanctions can sometimes create negative consequences or economic burdens for everyday citizens living under that government.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+6Increases Foreign Aid+5Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Due Process+7
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+1Improves Poverty Reduction+1Improves Racial Equity+1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For People With Disabilities+1Good For Women+1
- 6/30/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/25/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/12/2025
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 1/28/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
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