Topic

Human rights

Bills 4,269 First seen 107th Most recent 119th

4,269 bills on this subject

Filed across 13 Congresses, from the 107th to the 119th, and most in the 116th at 531. A subject is a heading the Library of Congress assigns to a bill, and a bill usually carries several, so these are the bills that touch this subject rather than the bills only about it.

Bills by Congress 107th to 119th
531 bills in the 116th Congress. Showing 211–240, newest first. Every Congress
Bill Title Status Latest action
HRES 1018 Recognizing that in the 25 years since normalizing diplomatic relations, the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and the United States of America have worked toward increased stability, prosperity, and peace in Southeast Asia, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States will continue to remain a strong, reliable, and active partner in the Southeast Asian region. Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation. July 13, 2020
HRES 1016 Recognizing the 3rd anniversary of the passing of Otto Frederick Warmbier and condemning the North Korean regime for their continued human rights abuses. Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation. July 13, 2020
HRES 1014 Encouraging the celebration of the month of June as LGBTQ Pride Month. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. June 22, 2020
HRES 1009 Recognizing the threats to press freedom in the United States in the wake of protests following the killing of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man, by police in Minneapolis on May 25, 2020, reaffirming the centrality of a free and independent press to the health of democracy, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. June 18, 2020
HRES 999 Recognizing the threats to press freedom in the United States in the wake of protests following the killing of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man, by police in Minneapolis on May 25, 2020, reaffirming the centrality of a free and independent press to the health of democracy, and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority of the United States in promoting democracy, human rights, and good governance. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. June 11, 2020
HRES 994 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives condemning threats to Hong Kong's freedoms and autonomy on the 31st anniversary of the violent repression of the peaceful protests centered in Beijing's Tiananmen Square. Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation. June 26, 2020
HRES 974 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Hong Kong national security law proposed by the Government of the People's Republic of China would violate the obligations of that Government under the 1984 Sino-British Joint Declaration and the Hong Kong Basic Law, and calling upon all free countries of the world to stand with the people of Hong Kong. Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation. June 26, 2020
HRES 963 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the International Olympic Committee should rebid the 2022 Winter Olympic Games to be hosted by a country that recognizes and respects human rights. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. May 8, 2020
HRES 958 Condemning the practice of politically motivated imprisonment and calling for the immediate release of political prisoners in the Russian Federation and urging action by the United States Government to impose sanctions with respect to persons responsible for that form of human rights abuse. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. December 3, 2020
HRES 944 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the People's Republic of China should be held accountable for its handling of COVID-19. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. April 28, 2020
HRES 943 Recognizing the 45th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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. April 28, 2020
HRES 929 Recognizing the enduring cultural and historical significance of emancipation in the Nation's capital on the anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's signing of the District of Columbia Compensated Emancipation Act, which established the "first freed" on April 16, 1862, and celebrating attaining the requisite number of cosponsors for passage of the District of Columbia statehood bill in the House of Representatives. Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. April 17, 2020
HRES 926 Recognizing the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2020, as "Black Maternal Health Week" to bring national attention to the United States maternal health crisis in the Black community and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing persons. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. April 17, 2020
HRES 921 Celebrating the 129th anniversary of the birth of Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation. May 1, 2020
HRES 919 Condemning the United Nations decision to appoint China a seat on its Human Rights Council. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. April 10, 2020
HRES 907 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Government of the People's Republic of China made multiple, serious mistakes in the early stages of the COVID-19 outbreak that heightened the severity and spread of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which include the Chinese Government's intentional spread of misinformation to downplay the risks of the virus, a refusal to cooperate with international health authorities, internal censorship of doctors and journalists, and malicious disregard for the health of ethnic minorities. Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation. April 3, 2020
HRES 894 Expressing the continued commitment of the House of Representatives to condemn and prevent the use of sexual and gender-based violence in armed conflict as a weapon of war and fully implement the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda. Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations. April 3, 2020
HRES 868 Condemning the comments of Senator and Democratic Socialist Presidential candidate, Bernie Sanders (I-VT), disregarding the history of systemic human rights abuses, forced indoctrination, and authoritarian actions of the literacy and education policies of the Communist Castro dictatorship in Cuba. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. February 27, 2020
HRES 854 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should become a state party to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. February 12, 2020
HRES 823 Condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of' the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. December 7, 2020
HRES 813 Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp. Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands. January 28, 2020
HRES 809 Expressing the importance of the United States alliance with the Republic of Korea and the contributions of Korean Americans in the United States. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. November 18, 2020
HRES 802 Affirming the United States vital interest in liberty in Europe and resolute support for Ukraine in its efforts to counter Russian aggression and continue its trajectory among the community of democracies. Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment. February 4, 2020
HRES 799 Supporting efforts to preserve Vietnamese and Vietnamese-American heritage and history and recognizing the accomplishments and contributions of Vietnamese Americans. Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. January 28, 2020
HRES 791 Condemning the actions of the Government of Iran and supporting the protesters in Iran, their demands for accountability, and their desire for the Government of Iran to respect freedom and human rights. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. January 13, 2020
HRES 774 Calling for the immediate release of Cuban democracy activist José Daniel Ferrer and commending the efforts of José Daniel Ferrer to promote human rights and fundamental freedoms in Cuba. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. December 19, 2019
HRES 768 Calling on African governments to protect and promote human rights through internet freedom and digital integration for all citizens across the continent of Africa. Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. October 1, 2020
HRES 754 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should continue to support the people of Nicaragua in their peaceful efforts to promote democracy and human rights, and use the tools under United States law to increase political and financial pressure on the government of Daniel Ortega. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. March 9, 2020
HRES 752 Supporting the rights of the people of Iran to free expression, condemning the Iranian regime for its crackdown on legitimate protests, and for other purposes. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. January 28, 2020
HRES 745 Urging the Republic of India to end the restrictions on communications and mass detentions in Jammu and Kashmir as swiftly as possible and preserve religious freedom for all residents. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. December 6, 2019

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