Wendy Sherman: “For the purpose of closing. We vote today on S. 1838, but this is not just a Senate bill. This is a bill very similar to…”

“For the purpose of closing. We vote today on S. 1838, but this is not just a Senate bill. This is a bill very similar to the one introduced in this House by the gentleman from New Jersey. This House has already voted on this bill and supported it overwhelmingly. Today, once again, we show the world our commitment to the people of Hong Kong and to the preservation and protection of Hong Kong's autonomy, given China's aggressive attempts to undermine the ``one country, two systems'' approach. With this important legislation, we send a clear signal that the United States will hold those undermining Hong Kong's rights and autonomy accountable and that the American people stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Hong Kong. With few exceptions, the people of Hong Kong have fought for their rights through peaceable protest, and we stand with them. Mr. Speaker, I hope all Members will join me in supporting the passage of this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. McGovern). The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from New York (Mr. Engel) that the House suspend the rules and pass the bill, S. 1838. The question was taken. The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the opinion of the Chair, two-thirds being in the affirmative, the ayes have it.”