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Hong Kong Freedom Act
12/31/2022, 4:58 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4280
Bill 117 HR 4280, also known as the Hong Kong Freedom Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to support the people of Hong Kong in their fight for freedom and democracy.
The bill condemns the Chinese government's crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in Hong Kong and calls for the protection of the rights and freedoms of the people of Hong Kong. It also calls for the imposition of sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for human rights abuses in Hong Kong.
Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress on the status of Hong Kong's autonomy and the Chinese government's actions in Hong Kong. This report will be used to determine whether Hong Kong should continue to receive special treatment under US law. Overall, the Hong Kong Freedom Act aims to show support for the people of Hong Kong and hold the Chinese government accountable for its actions in the region. It is an important piece of legislation that highlights the United States' commitment to promoting democracy and human rights around the world.
The bill condemns the Chinese government's crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in Hong Kong and calls for the protection of the rights and freedoms of the people of Hong Kong. It also calls for the imposition of sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for human rights abuses in Hong Kong.
Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress on the status of Hong Kong's autonomy and the Chinese government's actions in Hong Kong. This report will be used to determine whether Hong Kong should continue to receive special treatment under US law. Overall, the Hong Kong Freedom Act aims to show support for the people of Hong Kong and hold the Chinese government accountable for its actions in the region. It is an important piece of legislation that highlights the United States' commitment to promoting democracy and human rights around the world.
Congressional Summary of HR 4280
Hong Kong Freedom Act
This bill authorizes the President to recognize Hong Kong as a separate and independent country from China.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4280
Bill HR 4280 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 30, 2021. Bill HR 4280 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 30, 2021. Bill HR 4280's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation. as of August 4, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4280
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4280
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Asia
- China
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Hong Kong
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
- Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4280
To authorize the President to recognize the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China as a separate, independent country, and for other purposes.
Hong Kong Freedom Act
Hong Kong Freedom Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4280
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