H.R.8621

China-Africa Mining Transparency Act

Introduced·4/30/26

China-Africa Mining Transparency Act requires annual public disclosure of China-linked mining entities in Africa using forced labor or causing.

The China-Africa Mining Transparency Act mandates the Secretary of State to annually publish a list of People's Republic of China-origin entities involved in mining in African countries using forced labor or causing environmental harm. The list includes entities using forced labor or causing harm such as water contamination, soil degradation, or ecosystem loss. The Secretary of State must consult with various U.S. agencies and foreign counterparts to compile the list, which is to be made publicly available and submitted to relevant congressional committees.

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History

Apr 30

House

Introduced in House

Apr 30

House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.