H.R.9158

To prohibit the differential treatment of Hong Kong with respect to China and to impose sanctions with respect to certain persons who undermine democracy and human rights in Hong Kong, and for other purposes.

Introduced·6/4/26

Prohibits differential treatment of Hong Kong and imposes sanctions on those undermining democracy and human rights in Hong Kong.

The Hong Kong Equal Treatment Act prohibits the U.S. government from providing differential treatment to Hong Kong compared to China. It mandates sanctions against individuals and entities involved in undermining democracy and human rights in Hong Kong, including those responsible for coercive actions, human rights abuses, or censorship. The President is directed to block property and interests of sanctioned persons within U.S. jurisdiction.

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History

Jun 4

House

Introduced in House

Jun 4

House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.