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US Sanctions on Senior Chinese Communist Party Officials and Politburo Members

This bill authorizes the President to impose financial and visa sanctions on senior Chinese Communist Party (CCP) officials, including Politburo members. Sanctions target individuals responsible for the theft of US intellectual property, disinformation campaigns, actions undermining Taiwan's sovereignty, and religious persecution in China. The bill also mandates sanctions on five specific officials within 180 days of enactment.
Key points
Blocking assets and denying entry to the US for CCP officials involved in technology theft, disinformation operations, or religious persecution.
Sanctions are mandatory for five specific, named high-ranking Chinese officials (including He Lifeng and Zhao Leji) within 180 days.
Sanctioned individuals become ineligible for visas and admission to the United States, and their US-based assets are blocked.
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Print number: 118_HR_9555
Sponsor: Rep. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3]
Process start date: 2024-09-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Chinese Communist Party (CCP) Politburo Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9555.

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 2024-09-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Blocking assets and denying entry to the US for CCP officials involved in technology theft, disinformation operations, or religious persecution.
  • Sanctions are mandatory for five specific, named high-ranking Chinese officials (including He Lifeng and Zhao Leji) within 180 days.
  • Sanctioned individuals become ineligible for visas and admission to the United States, and their US-based assets are blocked.
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. Cammack, Kat [R-FL-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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