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US HB3737
Bill
Status
6/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Smith
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AI Summary
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Establishes U.S. policy to mark the 36th anniversary of the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre and counter Chinese Communist Party censorship efforts regarding the event
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Calls for using existing sanctions authorities against PRC officials engaged in censorship, particularly those targeting U.S. technology platforms and citizens
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Seeks release of Jimmy Lai and others jailed for participating in Tiananmen Massacre vigils in Hong Kong, including Chow Hang-tung, Joshua Wong, and Gwyneth Ho
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Directs protection of U.S. citizens and residents from PRC intimidation and pursuit of criminal prosecutions for transnational repression activities on U.S. soil
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Recommends the Librarian of Congress work with organizations like the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation to create exhibits showcasing Tiananmen protest history and survivor stories
Legislative Description
Tiananmen Massacre Transparency and Accountability Act
International affairs
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and House Administration, 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.
6/4/2025