US extends Uyghur human rights policy act

CONGRESS APPROVED:
Uyghur Human Rights Policy Reauthorization Act extended to 2030
Expanded sanctions authority for Hong Kong, Tibet, and East Turkistan (Xinjiang)
NEW FEDERAL PROCUREMENT RESTRICTIONS:
Ban on DOD purchase of solar products from East Turkistan (Xinjiang) made with forced labor as China is occupying East Turkistan (Xinjiang).
First global prohibition on federal procurement of Uyghur forced labor goods
CURRENT IMPACT:
12 individuals/entities under Magnitsky sanctions
Builds on 2022 Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act
Bipartisan support across House and Senate
China remains largest clothing exporter despite restrictions
Supported by multiple advocacy groups and aligns with recent Canadian sanctions on eight Chinese officials.