HI HR172

Commends Hong Kong protesters for their courage and commitment to democracy and human rights during 2019 protests against a proposed extradition law.

Acknowledges the U.S.-Hong Kong Policy Act of 1992, which treats Hong Kong as a separate entity from China and promotes trade, investment, and Hong Kong's autonomy until 2047.

Notes the extradition law was feared as a tool for the Chinese Communist Party to persecute Hong Kong citizens critical of the government and opposition political parties.

References the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act passed by Congress in 2019 to protect U.S. citizens and businesses, defend human rights, and prohibit politically motivated retaliation.

Directs transmission of certified copies to the President, Hawaii's Congressional members, the U.S. Consulate General in Hong Kong, and the Hawaii Governor.