The resolution encourages China to enter into a dialogue with the Dalai Lama or his representatives leading to a negotiated agreement with respect to Tibet.
It also calls for immediate and unconditional release of all those imprisoned for expressing their political or religious views in the Tibet Autonomous Region and other Tibetan areas.
Besides, it seeks establishment of an office in Lhasa to assist visiting US citizens and to monitor political, economic, and cultural developments in Tibet.
"China's repression of the Tibetan people represents a serious threat to the region's stability and must be a higher priority in US foreign policy," Ros-Lehtinen said.
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"With President Trump travelling to China next week, this resolution sets a clear blueprint for Tibet policy in US-China relations, outlining where the United States needs to take a stronger hand and stand up to Beijing's bullying," she said.
Engel said China's systematic oppression of the Tibetan people is increasing in "intensity and cruelty".
"So when the President travels to China in the coming days, I hope he makes it clear that human rights and democratic values are central components of American foreign policy," he said.
As the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, His Holiness the Dalai Lama has inspired the world for decades with principled and peaceful leadership, a stark contrast to a regime in Beijing bent on consolidating economic and political power, Engel said.
International Campaign for Tibet has welcomed the resolution. Its President Matteo Mecacci said the resolution reflects decades-long and broad bipartisan support that exists for the Dalai Lama and Tibet among the American public.
"The US Congress has been at the forefront in shaping US policy on Tibet and its strong call on the Trump administration is a timely reminder to Chinese leaders and the Chinese Communist Party that the international community will continue to hold them accountable for the violation of the Tibetan people's rights," Mecacci said.
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