What does Preamble of Tibet Atrocities Determination Act do?

This bill is formally titled 'To require a determination regarding atrocities in Tibet, and for other purposes'.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Tibet Atrocities Determination Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Tibet Atrocities Determination Act.

What does MANDATE FOR DETERMINATION. of Tibet Atrocities Determination Act do?

This section mandates that the Secretary of State submit a determination to congressional committees within one year of the Act's enactment. The determination must assess whether actions by officials or agents of the People's Republic of China against Tibetans constitute either an ongoing genocide or crimes against humanity. The assessment should align with the Genocide Convention Implementation Act of 1987 (the Proxmire Act). The Secretary must consider specific factors when making the determination, including systematic killing, serious bodily or psychological harm, life conditions calculated to destroy, measures intended to prevent births, and forced transfer of children. The Secretary can also consider any other factors deemed relevant to the determination.

What does SCOPE OF DETERMINATION. of Tibet Atrocities Determination Act do?

This section outlines the scope of a determination and requires the Secretary to submit a written report to congressional committees. The report must include the evidentiary basis for the determination, documentation of specific acts and policies. The report must review actions and statements by the Government of the People's Republic of China related to sinicizing Tibetan Buddhism or repressing Tibetan language and culture. Findings from Department of State reports and credible third-party analyses are required in the report. The report must include recommendations for United States policy responses, including potential sanctions such as visa restrictions and diplomatic actions. The Secretary may consult with experts in Tibetan culture, religion, and human rights, as well as Tibetan advocacy groups and members of the Tibetan diaspora. The report shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Tibet Atrocities Determination Act do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. “Appropriate congressional committees” are defined as the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives. “Tibet” is defined as the traditional Tibetan provinces of Amdo, Kham, and U-Tsang within the People's Republic of China.

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Tibet Atrocities Determination Act

Last updated: 4/29/2026 · Introduced: 4/29/2026

Author: Rick Scott (R-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill requires the Secretary of State to assess whether actions by the People's Republic of China against Tibetans constitute genocide or crimes against humanity, using the framework of the Genocide Convention Implementation Act of 1987.
The bill mandates a report to Congress detailing the evidentiary basis for the determination, including documentation of specific actions and policies related to Tibetan culture and religion.
The report must include recommendations for U.S. policy responses, potentially including sanctions like visa restrictions and diplomatic actions.

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