The House would condemn China for targeting religious minorities and call for detained religious leaders to be released. The resolution would make a public statement, but it would not create new legal action by itself.
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Expressing condemnation of the Chinese Communist Party's persecution of religious minority groups, including Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists and the detention of Pastor "Ezra" Jin Mingri and leaders of the Zion Church, and reaffirming the United States' global commitment to promote religious freedom and tolerance. is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Latest action on H.Res. 861: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects religious minorities in China by bringing more public attention to their treatment. It also affects named detainees, including Pastor Jin and members of Beijing Zion Church, because the House would call for their release. U.S. officials and lawmakers may also use the resolution as part of broader human rights pressure on China.
Why this matters: This matters because Congress would put official public pressure on China over religious persecution. The resolution does not force action or create penalties. But it can draw attention to specific detainees and remind U.S. officials that religious freedom is part of U.S. foreign policy.
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Officially: Expressing condemnation of the Chinese Communist Party's persecution of religious minority groups, including Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists and the detention of Pastor "Ezra" Jin Mingri and leaders of the Zion Church, and reaffirming the United States' global commitment to promote religious freedom and tolerance.
The House would condemn China for targeting religious minorities and call for detained religious leaders to be released. The resolution would make a public statement, but it would not create new legal action by itself.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HRES861. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
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Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
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Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (11/7/2025)
House Floor Vote
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Agreed to in House
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