SRES283Referred to Committee

A resolution commemorating the 90th birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama on July 6, 2025, as "A Day of Compassion" and expressing support for the human rights and distinct religious, cultural, linguistic, and historical identity of the Tibetan people.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-06-17
Introduced
12
Cosponsors
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Jeff Merkley
Jeff Merkley
Democrat · OR · Senator
Votes with party: 65.3% (323 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (12)

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Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S4342-4343)

2025-07-14

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Plain-English Summary

Congress is officially recognizing the 90th birthday of the Dalai Lama on July 6, 2025, as "A Day of Compassion" and expressing support for Tibetan human rights, religious freedom, and cultural preservation. The resolution affirms Congress's backing for the Tibetan people's distinct identity and traditions. This is a symbolic gesture that passed the Senate unanimously and does not create any new laws or government programs.

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