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Falun Gong and Victims of Forced Organ Harvesting Protection Act

Introduced
Mar 5, 2026
Cosponsors
3
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 17, 2026

Bill Summary

Prohibits forced organ harvesting and requires the US government to take action against countries that engage in this practice, particularly with regards to Falun Gong prisoners. Requires the President to report on and impose sanctions on foreign officials involved in forced organ harvesting.

Sponsored By

Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 5, 2026
  3. Jun 17, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects Falun Gong practitioners and other victims of forced organ harvesting, potentially protecting them from persecution and exploitation. It also impacts foreign officials involved in forced organ harvesting, who may face US sanctions and reporting requirements.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
2backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 100%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (3)

2 more not shown here — see the full list on congress.gov.

Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeCommittee on Foreign Relations
IntroducedMar 5, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 17, 2026
Latest ActionCommittee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Subjects
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.