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HRES 861

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.

119th Congress Introduced by Andy Barr and 1 co-sponsor

Summary of House Resolution 861 (HRES 861) Purpose and IntentThis House resolution expresses the U.S. Congress' strong condemnation of the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) ongoing p

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Summary of House Resolution 861 (HRES 861)

Purpose and Intent

This House resolution expresses the U.S. Congress' strong condemnation of the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) ongoing persecution and detention of religious minority groups in China, including Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists. It specifically highlights the case of Pastor "Ezra" Jin Mingri and leaders of the Zion Church, who have been detained by Chinese authorities.

The resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to promoting religious freedom and tolerance globally. It calls on the CCP to immediately cease its repressive policies and actions targeting religious minorities within China.

Key Provisions

  • Condemns the CCP's "systematic, state-sponsored persecution" of religious minorities in China, including Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists
  • Condemns the detention of Pastor "Ezra" Jin Mingri and leaders of the Zion Church by Chinese authorities
  • Calls on the CCP to "immediately cease" its repressive policies and actions targeting religious minorities
  • Reaffirms the U.S. government's commitment to promoting religious freedom and tolerance worldwide
  • Urges the U.S. government to prioritize addressing religious freedom violations in its engagement with the Chinese government

Affected Parties

  • Religious minority groups in China, particularly Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists
  • Zion Church and its leadership, including Pastor "Ezra" Jin Mingri
  • The Chinese government, particularly the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)
  • The United States government and its foreign policy towards China

Procedural Aspects

  • This is a House resolution, meaning it expresses the sense of the U.S. House of Representatives on the issue
  • The resolution was introduced in the House on November 7, 2025
  • It currently has a companion resolution (SRES 463) introduced in the Senate
  • If passed, the resolution would not have the force of law, but would represent the official position and condemnation of the U.S. Congress

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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