Contact Congress about H.Res. 515: Commemorating the 90th birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama on July 6, 2025, as "A Day of Compassion", and expressing support for the human rights, religious freedom, and cultural and linguistic protection of the Tibetan people.
The House would mark the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday as “A Day of Compassion.” The resolution also backs Tibetan rights and says China’s government should not choose Tibetan Buddhist leaders. It is symbolic and does not change U.S. law by itself.
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Commemorating the 90th birthday of His Holiness the Dalai Lama on July 6, 2025, as "A Day of Compassion", and expressing support for the human rights, religious freedom, and cultural and linguistic protection of the Tibetan people. is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Latest action on H.Res. 515: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Who this affects: This resolution mainly affects Tibetans, Tibetan Buddhists, and people who follow Tibet policy. It does not create new rights or benefits for individuals. Its main effect is to send a public message from the House about Tibetan rights and religious freedom.
Why this matters: This matters because it turns a birthday tribute into a clear House statement on Tibet and religious freedom. The resolution says Tibetans should be able to protect their identity and practice their faith without outside control. It also repeats that China’s government should not decide who becomes the next Dalai Lama. Because the measure is symbolic, its effect is mostly political and diplomatic, not legal.
Key provisions in H.Res. 515
- The House would recognize July 6, 2025, as “A Day of Compassion.” That date is the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday.
- The resolution says Tibetans have basic human rights and freedoms. That includes self-determination, meaning a right to help decide their own future, and the right to protect their religion, culture, language, and identity.
- The resolution repeats current U.S. policy on Tibetan Buddhist leaders. It says Tibetan Buddhists should identify and install those leaders, including any future 15th Dalai Lama.
- The current 14th Dalai Lama’s wishes would guide recognition of any future 15th Dalai Lama. The resolution says his wishes should be the deciding factor.
- China’s government should not choose or install Tibetan Buddhist leaders. The resolution says any such attempt, including for a future Dalai Lama, is invalid interference with religious freedom.
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Questions people ask about H.Res. 515
- What is H.Res. 515?
- The House would mark the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday as “A Day of Compassion.” The resolution also backs Tibetan rights and says China’s government should not choose Tibetan Buddhist leaders. It is symbolic and does not change U.S. law by itself.
- How do I support or oppose H.Res. 515?
- Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.
- Who should I contact about H.Res. 515?
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- Can Modern Action explain H.Res. 515 before I act?
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