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Falun Gong Protection Act

5/30/2025, 11:51 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.

Congressional Summary of HR 1540

Falun Gong Protection Act

This bill requires the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on foreign persons that have knowingly and directly engaged in or facilitated the involuntary harvesting of organs in China.

Sanctions may not be imposed on the importation of goods or with respect to specified transactions related to humanitarian assistance.

The authority to impose sanctions under this bill expires five years after enactment.

Current Status of Bill HR 1540

Bill HR 1540 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since May 6, 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 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of May 6, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1540

Total Number of Sponsors
8
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
8
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
21
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
18
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1540

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

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.

Comments

Luka Tan profile image

Luka Tan

456

6 months ago

I think this bill is good for protecting Falun Gong practitioners. It's important to support religious freedom for all.

Laney Payne profile image

Laney Payne

525

6 months ago

This bill is so dumb, like why are they even wasting time on this crap? It's not gonna do anything for me or anyone I know. How is this gonna help anyone in the short term?

Paige Christian profile image

Paige Christian

481

6 months ago

This bill is bad news! How will it impact me in the long run?