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Uyghur Genocide Accountability and Sanctions Act of 2025

This act expands sanctions against individuals and entities responsible for human rights abuses in China's Xinjiang region, including forced abortions and sterilizations. It aims to support Uyghurs and other ethnic groups, and prohibits the U.S. government from purchasing seafood from China if it originates from forced labor. U.S. citizens may experience indirect impacts through changes in foreign policy and trade.
Key points
Expands sanctions on individuals and entities involved in human rights abuses in Xinjiang, including forced abortions, sterilizations, and organ trafficking.
Denies U.S. entry to individuals complicit in forced abortions or sterilizations.
Authorizes physical and psychological support for Uyghurs, Kazakhs, and other ethnic groups who experienced atrocities outside of China.
Promotes the preservation of cultural, religious, and linguistic heritage of oppressed groups in China, including potential grant programs and Smithsonian Institution initiatives.
Prohibits U.S. government agencies from contracting with entities linked to forced labor or human rights abuses in Xinjiang.
Requires a strategy to counter Chinese propaganda regarding genocide and crimes against humanity.
Mandates a report and strategy to address allegations of forced organ harvesting in Xinjiang.
Prohibits military dining facilities and commissary stores from procuring or selling seafood originating or processed in China if linked to forced labor.
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Print number: 119_HR_4830
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Process start date: 2025-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Uyghur Genocide Accountability and Sanctions Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4830.

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 2025-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands sanctions on individuals and entities involved in human rights abuses in Xinjiang, including forced abortions, sterilizations, and organ trafficking.
  • Denies U.S. entry to individuals complicit in forced abortions or sterilizations.
  • Authorizes physical and psychological support for Uyghurs, Kazakhs, and other ethnic groups who experienced atrocities outside of China.
  • Promotes the preservation of cultural, religious, and linguistic heritage of oppressed groups in China, including potential grant programs and Smithsonian Institution initiatives.
  • Prohibits U.S. government agencies from contracting with entities linked to forced labor or human rights abuses in Xinjiang.
  • Requires a strategy to counter Chinese propaganda regarding genocide and crimes against humanity.
  • Mandates a report and strategy to address allegations of forced organ harvesting in Xinjiang.
  • Prohibits military dining facilities and commissary stores from procuring or selling seafood originating or processed in China if linked to forced labor.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4].

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 2025-12-23.

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