A bill to provide for the imposition of sanctions with respect to forced organ harvesting within the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

Hozzl · 2024-08-01T10:56:31Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 4914 A bill to provide for the imposition of sanctions with respect to forced organ harvesting within the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

8/1/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4914

Bill 118 s 4914, also known as the "Forced Organ Harvesting Sanctions Act," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of imposing sanctions on individuals and entities involved in forced organ harvesting in China. The bill specifically targets the People's Republic of China, where there have been reports of widespread human rights abuses, including the forced removal of organs from prisoners of conscience.

If passed, this bill would authorize the US government to impose sanctions on those responsible for or complicit in forced organ harvesting in China. These sanctions could include asset freezes, travel bans, and restrictions on financial transactions. The bill also calls for the US government to work with international partners to address this issue and to raise awareness about the human rights abuses taking place in China.

The Forced Organ Harvesting Sanctions Act is a bipartisan effort to hold those responsible for these egregious violations of human rights accountable. It seeks to send a strong message that the United States will not tolerate such abuses and will take action to prevent them from continuing.

Current Status of Bill S 4914

Bill S 4914 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 31, 2024. Bill S 4914 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 31, 2024. Bill S 4914's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of July 31, 2024

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A bill to provide for the imposition of sanctions with respect to forced organ harvesting within the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.A bill to provide for the imposition of sanctions with respect to forced organ harvesting within the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

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