Bill · S. 4687· Senate(119-S-4687)
Tiananmen Square Memorial Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 6/4/2026
- Last activity
- 6/4/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Rick Scott
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Tiananmen Square Memorial Act of 2026. It designates a specific area along International Place Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as Tiananmen Square Memorial Boulevard. The bill also changes a specific address on that street to 1 Tiananmen Square Memorial Boulevard. Additionally, it requires the Administrator of General Services to construct and place specific street signs for this designation. Any official references in laws, maps, or documents to the affected area and address will be updated to use the new names.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+3
The bill honors the memory of Tiananmen Square through a commemorative street naming, indirectly supporting free expression and human rights awareness.
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?+2
The bill honors victims of the Tiananmen Square protests, which is culturally significant to the Asian American and diaspora communities.
Does this protect the individual right to speak freely?+2
Establishes a public memorial recognizing historical human rights struggles.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2 of the bill ensures that the memory of Tiananmen Square is honored by naming a portion of a street in Washington, District of Columbia, as Tiananmen Square Memorial Boulevard. This creates a lasting public landmark that people can recognize.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions that explicitly cause negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Asian Americans+2Good For Urban Residents+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+2
- 6/4/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Introduced in Senate
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