Hong Kong Business Integrity and Transparency Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:57:22Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2815 Hong Kong Business Integrity and Transparency Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:57 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2815

Bill 118 hr 2815, also known as the Hong Kong Business Integrity and Transparency Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote integrity and transparency in business practices in Hong Kong.

The bill includes provisions that require US companies operating in Hong Kong to adhere to certain ethical standards, such as anti-corruption measures and transparency in financial reporting. It also calls for increased oversight and enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance with these standards.

Additionally, the bill aims to support the rule of law and human rights in Hong Kong by prohibiting US companies from engaging in activities that support the suppression of civil liberties in the region. This includes restrictions on providing technology or resources that could be used for surveillance or censorship by the Chinese government. Overall, the Hong Kong Business Integrity and Transparency Act seeks to hold US companies accountable for their actions in Hong Kong and promote ethical business practices in the region. It is currently being debated in Congress and has garnered support from both Democrats and Republicans.

Congressional Summary of HR 2815

Hong Kong Business Integrity and Transparency Act

This bill requires the Department of Commerce to submit periodic reports to Congress on (1) the protection of consumer information in the possession of U.S. firms operating in Hong Kong, and (2) requests by the government of Hong Kong to U.S. companies operating in Hong Kong for content takedowns or law enforcement assistance.

Current Status of Bill HR 2815

Bill HR 2815 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2815 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2815's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Innovation, Data, and Commerce. as of April 28, 2023