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Prohibiting Import of Forced Labor Goods from Xinjiang Region

This law aims to prevent the import of goods made with forced labor into the United States, especially from China's Xinjiang region. This means importing companies must prove their products are not from forced labor, which could affect product availability and prices. The goal is to protect human rights and ensure the U.S. market does not support unethical practices.
Key points
Establishes a presumption that all goods from the Xinjiang region are made with forced labor unless the importer proves otherwise.
Requires importing companies to thoroughly check their supply chains to ensure they do not use forced labor.
Imposes sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for forced labor in the Xinjiang region.
Mandates the U.S. government to develop diplomatic and enforcement strategies to combat forced labor.
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Became Law
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6256
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Process start date: 2021-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To ensure that goods made with forced labor in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China do not enter the United States market, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6256.

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 2021-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a presumption that all goods from the Xinjiang region are made with forced labor unless the importer proves otherwise.
  • Requires importing companies to thoroughly check their supply chains to ensure they do not use forced labor.
  • Imposes sanctions on individuals and entities responsible for forced labor in the Xinjiang region.
  • Mandates the U.S. government to develop diplomatic and enforcement strategies to combat forced labor.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-78.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Economy Courts and Law Security