United States 112th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

HR 2271 — To prohibit the awarding of contracts by the Federal Government to Chinese entities until the People's Republic of China signs the WTO Agreement on Government Procurement.

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Technology, Information Policy, Intergovernmental Relations and Procurement Reform .

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Summary

Prohibits any U.S. department or agency from entering into any contract with any Chinese entity for the procurement of goods or services until the People's Republic of China signs the Agreement on Government Procurement as provided for in the Uruguay Round Agreements Act. Defines "Chinese entity" as any entity located in the People's Republic of China, the majority of which is owned or controlled by the Chinese government or by Chinese nationals.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on Technology, Information Policy, Intergovernmental Relations and Procurement Reform .

  2. Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 2271 do?
Prohibits any U.S. department or agency from entering into any contract with any Chinese entity for the procurement of goods or services until the People's Republic of China signs the Agreement on Government Procurement as provided for in the Uruguay Round Agreements Act. Defines "Chinese entity" as any entity located in the People's Republic of China, the majority of which is owned or controlled by the Chinese government or by Chinese nationals.
Who sponsors HR 2271?
HR 2271 is sponsored by Edward Royce (R).
What is the current status of HR 2271?
This bill died with 112th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 2271?
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