Falun Gong Protection Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-17T13:23:26Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1540 Falun Gong Protection Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/17/2025, 1:23 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1540

Bill 119 HR 1540, also known as the "Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act," aims to address the issue of forced organ harvesting within the People's Republic of China. The bill proposes the imposition of sanctions on individuals and entities involved in this heinous practice.

Forced organ harvesting is a serious human rights violation where individuals are coerced or forcibly have their organs removed for transplantation without their consent. This practice is particularly prevalent in China, where there have been numerous reports of prisoners of conscience, including Falun Gong practitioners, being targeted for organ harvesting.

The bill seeks to hold accountable those responsible for these atrocities by imposing sanctions such as asset freezes and travel bans. It also calls for the identification of individuals involved in forced organ harvesting and the establishment of a list of sanctioned individuals. In addition to addressing forced organ harvesting, the bill also aims to raise awareness about this issue and encourage other countries to take action to end this practice. By shining a light on this human rights abuse, the bill seeks to put pressure on the Chinese government to stop the forced organ harvesting of its citizens. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1540 is a crucial step towards addressing the issue of forced organ harvesting in China and holding those responsible accountable for their actions. It is an important piece of legislation that aims to protect the rights and dignity of individuals who are being targeted for their organs.

Current Status of Bill HR 1540

Bill HR 1540 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 24, 2025. Bill HR 1540 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 24, 2025. Bill HR 1540's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 24, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1540

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