Bill
HR 5838
HR 5838: Combatting the Persecution of Religious Groups in China Act SummaryThis bill aims to address the ongoing persecution and human rights abuses against religious groups in Ch
This bill aims to address the ongoing persecution and human rights abuses against religious groups in China. It would impose sanctions on Chinese officials and entities responsible for these atrocities, as well as require regular reporting and monitoring of the situation.
Sanctions on Chinese Officials: The bill would require the President to impose sanctions, such as asset freezes and travel bans, on Chinese officials and entities found responsible for or complicit in the persecution of religious minorities in China.
Reporting and Monitoring: The bill would mandate the State Department to submit annual reports to Congress on the status of religious freedom in China, including details on specific abuses and the effectiveness of the sanctions imposed.
Coordination with Allies: The bill would direct the President to work with U.S. allies and international organizations to develop a coordinated strategy to address China's religious freedom violations.
Export Restrictions: The bill would prohibit the export of certain surveillance and crowd control equipment to China if it could be used to monitor or repress religious groups.
Religious minorities in China, particularly Uyghur Muslims, Tibetan Buddhists, Christians, and Falun Gong practitioners, who have faced severe persecution, including mass detention, forced labor, and other human rights abuses.
Chinese government officials and entities found responsible for or complicit in these human rights violations, who would be subject to U.S. sanctions.
U.S. companies and businesses that may be involved in the export of sensitive technology or equipment to China.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on October 28, 2025 and has been referred to the House Foreign Affairs Committee for consideration.
If passed by Congress and signed into law by the President, the bill would require the administration to begin implementing the sanctions and reporting requirements within 90 days.
The annual reporting requirement would remain in effect until the President certifies to Congress that the Chinese government has ceased the persecution of religious groups and made substantial progress in respecting religious freedom.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
Sign in to ask a question.
