A bill to provide for a review of sanctions with respect to Hong Kong.

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 3177

Bill 118 s 3177, also known as the "Hong Kong Autonomy Act," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to review and potentially impose sanctions on individuals and entities that are deemed to be undermining the autonomy of Hong Kong.

The bill specifically targets those who are involved in actions that violate the autonomy of Hong Kong, such as the imposition of national security laws by the Chinese government. The bill aims to hold these individuals accountable for their actions and to send a message that the United States will not tolerate any infringement on Hong Kong's autonomy.

The bill calls for a review of existing sanctions related to Hong Kong and provides for the imposition of new sanctions if deemed necessary. These sanctions could include asset freezes, travel bans, and other measures designed to pressure individuals and entities to respect Hong Kong's autonomy. Overall, the Hong Kong Autonomy Act is a response to the ongoing political unrest in Hong Kong and the Chinese government's efforts to exert control over the region. It reflects the United States' commitment to supporting the autonomy and freedoms of the people of Hong Kong.

Current Status of Bill S 3177

Bill S 3177 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 1, 2023. Bill S 3177 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 1, 2023.  Bill S 3177's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of November 1, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3177

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3177

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3177

A bill to provide for a review of sanctions with respect to Hong Kong.A bill to provide for a review of sanctions with respect to Hong Kong.
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