1 week ago
Bipartisan US Bill Targets Chinese Networks Over Fentanyl Flow
Four US lawmakers want stronger penalties for groups in China linked to illegal fentanyl trafficking.
Their bill is called the CCP Fentanyl Sanctions Act.
It would target chemical companies, online sellers, ships, ports and financial networks.
The bill focuses on groups that knowingly or recklessly help make, sell or move fentanyl or its ingredients.
It could also restrict some foreign bank accounts used for drug-related transactions.
The lawmakers say fentanyl has badly harmed American communities.
They cited allegations that Chinese government-linked entities subsidized fentanyl precursor production.
No specific companies or banks would be sanctioned immediately under the bill.
Future sanctions would depend on findings by the president or US agencies.
Ro Khanna, John Moolenaar, Dan Newhouse and Jake Auchincloss reintroduced the CCP Fentanyl Sanctions Act.
The bill would target Chinese manufacturers, online vendors, ports, vessels and financial networks accused of facilitating fentanyl trafficking.
It would expand sanctions to entities that knowingly or recklessly transport, sell or financially support illicit synthetic narcotics.
The measure would allow restrictions on certain correspondent and payable-through accounts used to facilitate trafficking transactions.
The lawmakers cited fentanyl’s role in fatal US overdoses but did not name companies or institutions for immediate sanctions.
- Who
- US lawmakers Ro Khanna, John Moolenaar, Dan Newhouse and Jake Auchincloss introduced the bill.
- What
- They reintroduced the CCP Fentanyl Sanctions Act, which would expand sanctions against entities accused of facilitating fentanyl trafficking.
- Where
- The legislation was introduced in the United States Congress in Washington.
- When
- The legislation was reintroduced on Tuesday.
- Why
- The lawmakers said the measure is intended to stop fentanyl and precursor chemicals from reaching the United States and hold responsible networks accountable.
Key facts
- Bill
- CCP Fentanyl Sanctions Act
- Sponsors
- Ro Khanna, John Moolenaar, Dan Newhouse and Jake Auchincloss
- Potential targets
- Chinese chemical manufacturers, online vendors, ports, vessels and financial networks
- Conduct covered
- Knowingly or recklessly producing, selling, transporting or financially facilitating illicit synthetic narcotics
- Financial measures
- The president could restrict certain correspondent and payable-through accounts used to facilitate trafficking transactions
- Existing authority
- The bill would codify and expand sanctions authorities established by Executive Order 14059
- Immediate sanctions
- The lawmakers did not identify particular companies, vessels, ports, marketplaces or financial institutions for immediate sanctions
Quotes
John Moolenaar
Republican congressman and chairman of the House Select Committee on China
“I’m proud to join Rep. Auchincloss’ bipartisan effort to hold the networks responsible accountable. We must stop the flow of fentanyl and illicit precursors into our country and protect American families.”
thehansindia.com
“The Chinese Communist Party has long had a role in facilitating the fentanyl crisis that has killed hundreds of thousands of Americans.”
thehansindia.com
Sources
Related news
Lawmakers Urge Trump to Ban Aid to Chinese Security Agencies
US Sanctions China, Hong Kong Firms in Fresh Iran Crackdown
Trump administration drafts ban on Chinese data center components
China blacklists six US firms, curbs drone exports after tariffs
US Lawmakers Urge China, Russia Intelligence Work Restrictions
MEA Slams US Congressman's 'Attack on Christians' Remark
