Bill · H.Res. 930· House(119-HRES-930)

Commemorating the 78th birthday of Jimmy Lai on December 8, 2025, as "Jimmy Lai Day", for his role in advocating for free press, religious freedom, and democracy in Hong Kong, and calling on the People's Republic of China and Hong Kong authorities to release Jimmy Lai and all other Hong Kong prodemocracy advocates from prison.

Age: 65 years

Michigan

Introduced: 12/4/2025
Last activity: 12/4/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsored by: John Moolenaar
Cosponsors: - 16 - 14

International Affairs

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 commemorates December 8, 2025, as "Jimmy Lai Day" to honor his role in advocating for democracy, religious freedom, and a free press in Hong Kong. The resolution highlights the various arrests and prison sentences faced by Lai due to his pro-democracy leadership and media work. It further criticizes the People's Republic of China and Hong Kong authorities for eroding autonomy and suppressing civil liberties. Additionally, the text addresses the alleged poor treatment and health issues of political prisoners in Hong Kong. Finally, the resolution calls for the immediate and unconditional release of Jimmy Lai and other pro-democracy advocates.

Yes· 3 of 5

Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+10
The resolution affirms support for Jimmy Lai's advocacy for religious freedom in Hong Kong.
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+10
The resolution explicitly defends the right to free press and freedom of expression used by Jimmy Lai.
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+10
The resolution highlights and defends the essential role of free speech in democracy and press freedom.