Calls for Release of Detained Individuals in China
Calls for Release of Detained Individuals in China
IntroducedMay 13, 2026
Passed Senate4 months ago
Intro
Senate
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2283; text: CR S2282)
International AffairsAsiaChinaDetention of personsDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadHuman rightsReligion
Why This Matters
This resolution expresses the Senate's view that the President should make the release of certain detained individuals a priority in discussions with China.
If you care about human rights, this resolution calls for the release of six individuals detained in China during future U.S.-China talks.
Who this affects
Pastor Jin Mingri · Pastor Gao Quanfu · Pang Yu · Jimmy Lai
What does this resolution do?
1This resolution urges the President to focus on specific individuals detained in China during talks with its leader.
2The resolution names six people, including pastors and activists, who are currently held by the Chinese government.
3It emphasizes the importance of human rights in diplomatic discussions with China.
4The resolution was agreed to by the Senate without any changes or amendments.
