The U.S.-China relationship is complex and fraught with tension over issues ranging from trade to human rights.
Washington has been cautious in declaring its position on the status of Tibet.
The U.S. rakes up the issue of Chinese moves that led to the Dalai Lama and a whole host of Tibetans seeking refuge in India since 1959.
The bill calls for the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to respect the rights to freedom and self-determination of Tibetans.
It might be different if Beijing were seriously to threaten invasion and annexation of Taiwan.
Tensions of India and the U.S. with China are already high, do they need to show any sign?
Every time China's diplomatic standing with its neighbors improves, the United States reappears to manufacture what it deems to be a suitable amount of tension.