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To provide for the closure of the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China and the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office located in New York City, and for other purposes.
12/29/2023, 11:45 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2865
Bill 118 hr 2865, titled "To provide for the closure of the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China and the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office located in New York City, and for other purposes," aims to shut down the Consulate General of China and the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York City. The bill does not specify the reasons for the closure, but it is likely related to ongoing tensions between the United States and China.
If passed, this legislation would require the closure of these diplomatic offices and potentially impact diplomatic relations between the two countries. It is important to note that the bill does not provide any alternative solutions or strategies for addressing any issues that may arise from the closure of these offices.
Overall, Bill 118 hr 2865 is a significant piece of legislation that could have far-reaching implications for US-China relations. It is important for lawmakers and the public to carefully consider the potential consequences of this bill before making any decisions.
If passed, this legislation would require the closure of these diplomatic offices and potentially impact diplomatic relations between the two countries. It is important to note that the bill does not provide any alternative solutions or strategies for addressing any issues that may arise from the closure of these offices.
Overall, Bill 118 hr 2865 is a significant piece of legislation that could have far-reaching implications for US-China relations. It is important for lawmakers and the public to carefully consider the potential consequences of this bill before making any decisions.
Congressional Summary of HR 2865
This bill requires the President to close China's consulate in New York City and expel all diplomatic personnel assigned there within 72 hours of the bill's enactment. The bill also requires the President to close the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in New York City and cancel the visas or other entry documents of all Chinese citizens assigned there within the same 72-hour period.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2865
Bill HR 2865 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2865 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2865'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 April 25, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2865
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2865
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2865
To provide for the closure of the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China and the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office located in New York City, and for other purposes.
To provide for the closure of the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China and the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office located in New York City, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2865
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