Bill · S.Res. 791· Senate(119-SRES-791)
A resolution condemning the People's Republic of China's Ethnic Unity and Progress Law, concerned with its implications on the rights and freedoms, as well as survival of the identity, of Tibetans, Uyghurs, Mongolians, and other affected communities, and calling on the Government of the People's Republic of China to end its abuses and campaigns of transnational repression that undermine United States sovereignty and threaten the safety and freedoms of people in the United States.
- Introduced
- 6/24/2026
- Last activity
- 6/24/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3217)
- Sponsored by
- Jacky Rosen
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution condemns the People's Republic of China's Ethnic Unity and Progress Law. The resolution expresses concern that this law impacts the rights, freedoms, and identity of Tibetans, Uyghurs, Mongolians, and other communities. It addresses policies involving coercive assimilation, cultural erasure, and ideological control. The text also calls for an end to transnational repression and abuses that threaten United States sovereignty and safety. Finally, it urges the repeal of the law and calls for the evaluation of targeted sanctions against those responsible for human rights violations.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+7
The resolution calls for the protection of religious traditions and the prevention of state interference in religious succession and practice.
Does this protect what people are allowed to say in public life?+6
The resolution opposes the criminalization of expression that challenges official government narratives.
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?+6
The resolution protects the rights and cultural identities of various ethnic groups, which include those within the broader Asian diaspora.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Fundamental Rights: The resolution reaffirms support for the fundamental rights and freedoms of various ethnic and religious communities, including Tibetans, Uyghurs, Mongolians, and Christians.
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Preservation of Religious Traditions: By asserting that decisions regarding the reincarnation or succession of the Dalai Lama are the sole prerogative of Tibetan Buddhist leaders, the resolution aims to protect religious traditions from state interference.
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Accountability through Sanctions: The resolution calls on the President to consider targeted sanctions against individuals and entities responsible for gross human rights violations resulting from the implementation of the Ethnic Unity and Progress Law.
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International Monitoring: The resolution urges the U.S. Department of State to work with international allies to monitor and report on the impacts of the new law and ongoing transnational repression.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Threat to Ethnic and Religious Identity: The Ethnic Unity and Progress Law is described as institutionalizing coercive assimilation and cultural erasure directed toward groups such as Tibetans, Uyghurs, and Mongolians.
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Criminalization of Expression: The law criminalizes expressions that are deemed to "undermine ethnic unity" or "create ethnic division."
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Extraterritorial Reach and Risk to Citizens: The law contains provisions that allow Chinese authorities to pursue "legal responsibility" for individuals and organizations outside of China, which includes United States citizens who challenge official historical narratives or "undermine ethnic unity."
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Threat to Civil Liberties and Education: The law risks restricting education in languages other than Mandarin and limiting the free practice of religion and culture.
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Pressure on Religious Institutions: The law expands state authority over religious institutions, which threatens the ability of leaders to determine matters of religious tradition.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Religious Freedom+7Improves Freedom Of Speech+6Improves Racial Equity+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+5Improves Diplomatic Engagement+4
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Asian Americans+6
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Freedom Of Speech+5
- 6/24/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3217)
- 3 Cosponsors added.
Jim BanksRepublican · Indiana
John CurtisRepublican · Utah
Jeff MerkleyDemocrat · Oregon