Bill > HR6877

This bill, titled the "Southern Mongolian Human Rights Policy Act," aims to support and promote the human rights of Southern Mongolians within the People's Republic of China, addressing concerns about the erosion of their cultural and linguistic identity, traditional livelihoods, and religious freedoms. It outlines a policy of the United States to advocate for these rights, including the ability to use and promote their language, protect their pastoralist way of life, and enjoy the autonomy guaranteed by Chinese law. The bill expresses Congress's sense that the U.S. should condemn human rights abuses against Southern Mongolians, urge international bodies like the United Nations to assess their situation, and work with allies on targeted sanctions and visa restrictions against those responsible for abuses. It also calls for U.S. companies to ensure their activities do not contribute to human rights violations and for the U.S. Ambassador to China to seek meetings with detained Southern Mongolians. Furthermore, the bill mandates reports on the impact of Chinese policies on religious freedom, particularly concerning Tibetan Buddhism, and requires the identification of individuals responsible for human rights abuses against Southern Mongolians, with potential sanctions imposed under specific U.S. laws. It also authorizes funding for Voice of America broadcasts in the Mongolian language and encourages the Smithsonian Institution and the Institute for Museum and Library Sciences to support the preservation of endangered cultures, including Southern Mongolian culture. Finally, the bill emphasizes supporting the right of Southern Mongolians to make decisions about their economic development, including traditional livelihoods, and directs U.S. representatives in international financial institutions to support projects that benefit the Southern Mongolian people and respect their culture, while also encouraging U.S. businesses to adhere to human rights principles and investigate the impact of rare earth mining on Southern Mongolians and U.S. national security.

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