HRES1259-119 Expressing The Sense Of The House Of Representatives That The President Should Prioritize Securing The Release Of Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu And His Wife Pang Yu, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, And Jimmy Lai Detained By The People'S Republic Of China During Future Engagements With Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Sponsor: Smith, Christopher H., NJ

Representative for undefined's undefinedth district. undefined.

Bill Summary: This resolution calls upon the President to prioritize the humanitarian release of five specified individuals (Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Jimmy Lai) and others unjustly detained by China during future engagements with China's President Xi Jinping. The resolution also (1) urges the President to seek verifiable proof of life, access to independent legal counsel, family communication, and medical care for these detainees; and (2) reaffirms the U.S. commitment to defending political and religious freedom and advocating for the release of those unjustly detained for exercising such fundamental freedoms.

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  1. Referred

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Referred ToHouse Foreign Affairs Committee

This bill's main subject is: International affairs

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Bill Cosponsors

NameSponsored AtStateTitle
Moolenaar, John R.2026-05-11MIRep.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is HRES1259-119 about?

This resolution calls upon the President to prioritize the humanitarian release of five specified individuals (Pastor Jin Mingri, Pastor Gao Quanfu and his wife Pang Yu, Dr. Gulshan Abbas, and Jimmy Lai) and others unjustly detained by China during future engagements with China's President Xi Jinping. The resolution also (1) urges the President to seek verifiable proof of life, access to independent legal counsel, family communication, and medical care for these detainees; and (2) reaffirms the U.S. commitment to defending political and religious freedom and advocating for the release of those unjustly detained for exercising such fundamental freedoms.

Who sponsored HRES1259-119?

Sponsored by Smith, Christopher H..

When was HRES1259-119 introduced?

HRES1259-119 was introduced on May 7, 2026.

What is the current status of HRES1259-119?

Current status: REFERRED.