HRES-317 : Still Just a Bill

This resolution states that the Chinese government is responsible for ongoing abuses against the Uyghurs and other ethnic and religious minority groups and that these abuses constitute genocide and crimes against humanity. The resolution also condemns such genocide and crimes against humanity and calls on the President to take certain actions to put an end to these atrocities.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-12-08FloorMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.House floor actions
2021-12-08VoteOn motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 427 - 1 (Roll no. 414). (text: CR H7507)House floor actions
2021-12-08FloorConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7534-7535)House floor actions
2021-12-08FloorAt the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.House floor actions
2021-12-08FloorDEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 317.House floor actions
2021-12-08FloorConsidered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7507-7509)House floor actions
2021-12-08FloorMr. Meeks moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.House floor actions
2021-04-21CommitteeOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.House committee actions
2021-04-21CommitteeCommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.House committee actions
2021-04-14IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.House floor actions
2021-04-14IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

International Affairs
See Subjects
  • Asia
  • China
  • Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
  • Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
  • Human rights
  • International law and treaties
  • International organizations and cooperation
  • Political parties and affiliation
  • Racial and ethnic relations
  • Religion
  • Sanctions
  • United Nations
  • War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

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