SAMDT 3935 — To amend the preamble.

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SRES 463 — A resolution 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.

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NOV 7, 2025

“Amendment SA 3935 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.”

what this changes

This amendment updates the introductory background facts at the beginning of a Senate resolution that condemns religious persecution in China. It refines the specific details or context used to explain why the Senate is speaking out against the Chinese Communist Party's actions.

WHY IT MATTERS

Updating the preamble ensures that the Senate's formal condemnation of religious persecution is based on the most accurate or specific facts available, which strengthens the diplomatic message sent to the international community.

WHO IS AFFECTED

This primarily affects how the U.S. government officially documents and communicates its concerns regarding human rights and religious freedom in China.

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SRES 463PASSED SENATE

A resolution 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.

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SAMDT 3934In the nature of a substitute.ADOPTED

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Updates the Preamble

The preamble sets the stage for the entire resolution; changing it ensures the 'why' behind the resolution is clearly stated.

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Factual Refinement

It allows the Senate to be more precise about specific instances of persecution or the names of those detained.

GLOSSARY

Preamble: The introductory part of a resolution that explains the reasons for and intent of the document.
Unanimous Consent: A situation where no member of the Senate objects to a proposal, allowing it to pass without a formal roll-call vote.

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SAMDT 3935 on Congress.gov

This analysis used: Amendment purpose · Amended bill: summary · Latest action

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NOV 7, 25

Amendment SA 3935 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.

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NOV 7, 25

Amendment SA 3935 proposed by Senator Cruz. (consideration: CR S7975-7976) To amend the preamble.

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NOV 7, 25

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NOV 7, 25

Senate amendment proposed (on the floor): Amendment SA 3935 proposed by Senator Cruz.

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