Bills/H.R. 6877

Southern Mongolian Human Rights Policy Act

Southern Mongolian Human Rights Policy Act

In CommitteeForeign AffairsHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
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Plain Language Summary

# Southern Mongolian Human Rights Policy Act (HR 6877) Summary **What It Would Do:** This bill would establish a U.S. government policy focused on human rights concerns in Inner Mongolia (also called Southern Mongolia), an autonomous region in China. If passed, it would likely direct the State Department and other agencies to monitor and report on human rights conditions in the region, potentially including issues related to cultural preservation, religious freedom, and political expression. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect Mongolian people living in Inner Mongolia and could influence U.S.-China relations on human rights matters. It would also direct federal agencies to develop and implement policies related to these concerns. **Current Status:** HR 6877 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House vote.

The bill was introduced by Rep. James McGovern (D-MA). --- *Note: Specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. For complete details on what actions the bill mandates, you may want to consult Congress.gov or the bill's full text.*.

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Latest Action

December 18, 2025

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Financial Services, and House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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Key Dates

Introduced
December 18, 2025
Last Updated
December 18, 2025
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