S. Res. 463 · Passed Senate · International Affairs

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.

Sponsor: Ted Cruz (R-TX)

What it does

• Express condemnation of the Chinese Communist Party's persecution of religious minority groups including Christians, Muslims, and Buddhists.
• Call for the release of Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri and leaders of the Zion Church from detention.
• Reaffirm the United States' commitment to promote religious freedom and tolerance globally.

Latest action

Nov 7, 2025: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S7976)

Committee: Senate Foreign Relations