To require the President to remove the extension of certain privileges, exemptions, and immunities to the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices if Hong Kong no longer enjoys a high degree of autonomy from the People’s Republic of China, and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
ReportedReported by Mr. Menendez , with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Menendez , with an amendment
Mr. Rubio (for himself, Mr. Merkley, and Mr. Coons) introduced …
Mr. Rubio (for himself, Mr. Merkley, and Mr. Coons) introduced …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Requires the President to certify whether Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices in the US still merit diplomatic privileges. If no longer meriting, offices must close within 180 days.
Who Benefits and How
Congress gains oversight of Hong Kong office status. Hong Kong autonomy advocates get review mechanism. US gains leverage over Hong Kong policy.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Hong Kong trade offices face potential closure. US-Hong Kong economic ties may be disrupted. Business relationships face uncertainty.
Key Provisions
- Requires Presidential certification within 30 days
- Subsequent certifications tied to Hong Kong Policy Act reviews
- 180-day closure deadline if privileges not warranted
Evidence Chain:
This summary is derived from the structured analysis below. See "Detailed Analysis" for per-title beneficiaries/burden bearers with clause-level evidence links.
Primary Purpose
Requires Presidential certification on whether Hong Kong trade offices merit continued diplomatic privileges
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Create review mechanism for Hong Kong diplomatic status"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "president"
- → President
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