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Uyghur Policy Act: Supporting Human Rights and Identity

This Act aims to support the human rights of Uyghurs and other ethnic groups in China. It introduces diplomatic actions, pressure on China regarding access to camps and prisoner release, and language training for diplomats. The goal is to protect their culture and religion, potentially influencing international human rights perceptions.
Key points
Diplomatic Support: The U.S. will press China to open the Uyghur region to observers and media.
Prisoner Release: The U.S. will develop a strategy to pressure China to close camps and release political prisoners.
Language Training: Ensuring Uyghur language training is available for U.S. diplomats.
UN Actions: The U.S. will support UN efforts to monitor human rights violations in the Uyghur region.
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Print number: 117_S_4073
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2022-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Uyghur Policy Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4073.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Diplomatic Support: The U.S. will press China to open the Uyghur region to observers and media.
  • Prisoner Release: The U.S. will develop a strategy to pressure China to close camps and release political prisoners.
  • Language Training: Ensuring Uyghur language training is available for U.S. diplomats.
  • UN Actions: The U.S. will support UN efforts to monitor human rights violations in the Uyghur region.
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 Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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