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China Trade Relations Act: New Rules and Conditions

This act changes the trade rules between the United States and China, withdrawing previous trade preferences. It introduces new conditions that China must meet to regain favorable trade treatment, focusing on human rights and economic practices. This could impact the availability and prices of certain products imported from China.
Key points
Withdrawal of normal trade relations status for products from China, meaning higher tariffs on Chinese goods.
Introduction of new criteria for China to regain preferential trade treatment, including prohibitions on forced labor, concentration camps, forced abortions, organ harvesting, religious freedom violations, harassment of citizens outside China, and economic espionage.
The U.S. President will be required to regularly report to Congress on China's compliance with these conditions before normal trade relations can be restored.
The President can temporarily waive these rules for 12 months if deemed beneficial and assurances are received from China, but Congress has the power to block such waivers.
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Print number: 117_S_785
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

China Trade Relations Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_785.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Withdrawal of normal trade relations status for products from China, meaning higher tariffs on Chinese goods.
  • Introduction of new criteria for China to regain preferential trade treatment, including prohibitions on forced labor, concentration camps, forced abortions, organ harvesting, religious freedom violations, harassment of citizens outside China, and economic espionage.
  • The U.S. President will be required to regularly report to Congress on China's compliance with these conditions before normal trade relations can be restored.
  • The President can temporarily waive these rules for 12 months if deemed beneficial and assurances are received from China, but Congress has the power to block such waivers.
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. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

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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