Congress·In Progress·H.Res. 971

Condemning the coercive actions of the People's Republic of China against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirming the United States commitment to its allies in the Indo-Pacific region.

Support for Japan Against Chinese Pressure

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This bill is currently in the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. It is actively moving forward after the committee voted to approve it on March 26, 2026. The bill now awaits further action by the full House of Representatives.

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This resolution speaks out against China for using military and economic pressure to bully Japan. It follows comments from Japan's leader stating that a conflict in Taiwan could threaten Japan's own safety.
China responded to those comments by flying nuclear bombers near Japan and locking weapons radar on Japanese jets. They also banned Japanese seafood and told Chinese tourists not to visit, which cost Japan's travel industry about $1.2 billion.
The resolution says the United States stands firmly with Japan. It reminds everyone that the two countries have a treaty to protect each other and that Japan has the right to speak its mind on world issues without being punished.
It calls on China to stop its dangerous military actions and trade bans. It also asks the U.S. government to work with other countries in the region to stop this kind of bullying and keep the area peaceful.

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Mar 26, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 45 - 0.

The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.

Mar 26, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Dec 19, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Dec 19, 2025

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Congressional Bill

Official Title

Condemning the coercive actions of the People's Republic of China against Japan in response to statements regarding Taiwan and reaffirming the United States commitment to its allies in the Indo-Pacific region.

Bill NumberHRES 971

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 45 - 0.