House Simple Resolution 445
115th Congress(2017-2018)
Honoring the life and legacy of Liu Xiaobo for his steadfast commitment to the protection of human rights, political freedoms, free markets, democratic elections, government accountability, and peaceful change in the People's Republic of China.
Introduced
Introduced in House on Jul 13, 2017
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
445
Congress
115
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Recognizes the life and accomplishments of Liu Xiaobo.
Calls for the Chinese government to release his wife and allow her to settle in a place or country of her own choosing.
July 13, 2017
09/05/2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
07/27/2017
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote .
07/27/2017
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
07/20/2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.
07/13/2017
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
07/13/2017
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:37:10 PM