A bill to prohibit United States Government assistance to the Government of the People's Republic of China and affiliated entities, and for other purposes.

1/14/2025, 7:00 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 118 s 5536, also known as the "Prohibition of US Government Assistance to China Act," aims to prevent the United States government from providing any form of assistance to the Government of the People's Republic of China and its affiliated entities. The bill seeks to address concerns about China's human rights abuses, aggressive military actions, and unfair trade practices.

If passed, this legislation would prohibit the US government from providing any financial, military, or technical assistance to the Chinese government or any entities associated with it. This includes funding for development projects, military aid, and technology transfers.

The bill also aims to hold China accountable for its actions by requiring the US government to report on any violations of human rights or international law committed by the Chinese government. Additionally, the legislation calls for the imposition of sanctions on Chinese officials or entities found to be responsible for such violations. Overall, Bill 118 s 5536 seeks to limit the US government's support for China in response to its concerning behavior on the global stage. It reflects growing bipartisan concerns about China's actions and aims to promote accountability and transparency in US-China relations.
Congress
118

Number
S - 5536

Introduced on
2024-12-16

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 118 s 5536, also known as the "Prohibition of US Government Assistance to China Act," aims to prevent the United States government from providing any form of assistance to the Government of the People's Republic of China and its affiliated entities. The bill seeks to address concerns about China's human rights abuses, aggressive military actions, and unfair trade practices.

If passed, this legislation would prohibit the US government from providing any financial, military, or technical assistance to the Chinese government or any entities associated with it. This includes funding for development projects, military aid, and technology transfers.

The bill also aims to hold China accountable for its actions by requiring the US government to report on any violations of human rights or international law committed by the Chinese government. Additionally, the legislation calls for the imposition of sanctions on Chinese officials or entities found to be responsible for such violations. Overall, Bill 118 s 5536 seeks to limit the US government's support for China in response to its concerning behavior on the global stage. It reflects growing bipartisan concerns about China's actions and aims to promote accountability and transparency in US-China relations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to prohibit United States Government assistance to the Government of the People's Republic of China and affiliated entities, and for other purposes.

Comments

APPROVED
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Kelly Heller
@mccormick_jamaican_jerk_spice_talisker12274
I can't believe they are trying to pass this bill. It's just not right.

APPROVED
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Hattie Silver
@dill_seed_brown_mustard_lemon_myrtle91816
I think this bill is good because it stops giving money to China. China is not nice to us so we shouldn't help them. This bill is important for our country.

Recent Activity

Latest Action12/16/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.