Combatting the Persecution of Religious Groups in the People’s Republic of China Act

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U.S. would target Chinese officials who persecute religious groups with sanctions and boost diplomatic efforts.

This bill would make it U.S. policy to consider sanctions against Chinese government officials who abuse religious freedom. It would also boost U.S. diplomatic efforts. This includes support for groups like Tibetan Buddhists, Christians, Uyghur Muslims, and Falun Gong practitioners facing persecution in China.

What Would Change

Today, the U.S. recognizes China as a country with severe religious freedom violations. If this bill becomes law, the U.S. would establish a formal policy to investigate Chinese officials for gross human rights violations linked to religious persecution, potentially leading to sanctions. The Department of State would also actively support and monitor religious freedom programs in China, and the U.S. would increase diplomatic pressure and support for persecuted religious groups.

Key Provisions

Would allow the U.S. to consider sanctions against Chinese officials who abuse religious freedom.
Would direct the State Department to support programs promoting religious freedom in China.
Would push the U.S. to strengthen diplomacy and work with other countries to stop religious persecution in China.
Would call on China to release political prisoners held for their religious beliefs.
Would require the Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom to provide annual briefings to Congress on these efforts.

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Combatting the Persecution of Religious Groups in the People’s Republic of China Act

What Would Change

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