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Chinese Government COVID-19 Accountability Act: Seeking Reimbursement

This act directs the U.S. President to develop a strategy to seek reimbursement from China for funds spent by the U.S. government on COVID-19. The goal is to recover public funds used to address the pandemic's impact, which could indirectly affect national finances and future spending. The President will be required to regularly report to Congress on the progress of this initiative.
Key points
The U.S. President must create a plan for China to reimburse the U.S. government for COVID-19 related expenses.
The aim is to recover funds spent on the pandemic, potentially impacting the national budget.
The President will annually report to Congress on the strategy's implementation.
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Print number: 117_HR_2273
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Process start date: 2021-03-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Chinese Government COVID–19 Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2273.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. President must create a plan for China to reimburse the U.S. government for COVID-19 related expenses.
  • The aim is to recover funds spent on the pandemic, potentially impacting the national budget.
  • The President will annually report to Congress on the strategy's implementation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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