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Read. Follow. Verify.Congressional Hearing on Hong Kong's Autonomy and Human Rights
Record date · January 1, 2020
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What This Bill Does
The Congressional-Executive Commission on China held a hearing on May 15, 2019, to examine the status of Hong Kong's autonomy under the '' framework. Witnesses and members of Congress discussed concerns regarding electoral reforms, the detention of activists, and proposed changes to laws.
This hearing documents official U.S. legislative concern regarding the erosion of Hong Kong's political autonomy, which directly impacts the legal rights of residents and the potential for to mainland China.
Who It Affects
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Hong Kong residents
Residents are subject to changes in local electoral processes, extradition laws, and civil liberties.
Pro-democracy advocates
These individuals face potential prosecution, detention, or removal from legislative office.
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on May 15, 2019, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- The commission reviewed the status of the 1984 Sino-British Declaration and Hong Kong's Basic Law.
- The chair cited the removal of six legislators from office in Hong Kong as a point of concern.
- The commission noted the banning of the Hong Kong National Party.
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- The hearing addressed the expulsion of journalist Victor Mallet.
- The commission called for the release of detained bookseller Gui Minhai.
- The hearing discussed proposed amendments to Hong Kong's extradition laws that would allow transfer to mainland China.
- The commission highlighted the prosecution of Umbrella Movement leaders for civil disobedience.
- The hearing addressed the introduction of a National Anthem bill in Hong Kong.
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