Condemning the unauthorized, inappropriate, and coerced ordination of Catholic bishops by the People’s Republic of China
Sponsor: PHIL ENGLISH (R-PA)
Condemns the actions of the government of the People's Republic of China (PRC) to coerce Catholic bishops in China, both those in the Catholic Patriotic Association of China and those who remain loyal to the Pope, to violate their consciences and consecrate bishops in defiance of Rome. Extends deepest sympathy to the Catholic population of China and the Catholic Church for this insult to their beliefs and religious practices. Reaffirms the right of all religious organizations to choose their leaders free of intimidation or terror in accordance with the Uniform Declaration of Human Rights.
International Affairs Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 16.3% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 362 | 83.5% |
| Nay | Lost | 1 | 0.2% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 16.3% |