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US S761

US S761
Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2023


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Introduced
03/09/2023
In Committee
03/09/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A bill to combat forced organ harvesting and trafficking in persons for purposes of the removal of organs, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the "Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2023," aims to combat international trafficking of persons for the purpose of organ removal. The key provisions of the bill include: 1. Establishing a policy for the U.S. to combat organ trafficking, promote voluntary organ donation systems, and hold accountable those involved in forced organ harvesting, including members of the Chinese Communist Party. 2. Defining key terms such as "forced organ harvesting" and "trafficking in persons for purposes of the removal of organs." 3. Authorizing the Secretary of State to deny or revoke passports of individuals convicted of organ trafficking-related offenses. 4. Requiring the U.S. government to include assessments of forced organ harvesting and organ trafficking in its annual human rights and foreign assistance reports. 5. Imposing sanctions, such as property blocking and visa restrictions, on individuals and entities found to be funding, sponsoring, or facilitating forced organ harvesting or organ trafficking. The bill also includes various exceptions and a waiver provision to ensure compliance with international obligations and facilitate the provision of humanitarian assistance.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (22)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (on 03/09/2023)

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