China: US Law Against Uyghur Forced Labor Takes Effect
Jun 20, 2022 · The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), which goes into effect on June 21, 2022, gives US authorities increased powers to block the import of goods linked to forced labor in China.
Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force Adds Aluminum, PVC, and …
Jul 9, 2024 · “The updated Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act Strategy and new high-priority sectors for enforcement announced today reflect the evolving and expanding scope of those who seek to circumvent the law and profit off the exploitation of abused people.
Enforcing the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act
May 23, 2024 · In December 2021, Congress passed, and President Biden signed the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) – the strongest tool the United States or any other country has forged in the fight against the atrocities of forced labor.
Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act
The UFLPA was enacted on December 23, 2021, with a June 21, 2022 effective date for a rebuttable presumption that goods mined, produced, or manufactured wholly or in part in Xinjiang or by an entity on the UFLPA Entity List are prohibited from …
The Signing of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act
Dec 23, 2021 · President Biden today signed the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, underscoring the United States’ commitment to combatting forced labor, including in the context of the ongoing genocide in Xinjiang.
Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act - U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Oct 11, 2024 · As you are likely aware, Congress recently passed, and the President signed into law, the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (“the Act”).
Bishop Delivers Opening Remarks in Hearing on DHS Enforcement of Uyghur ...
Jan 11, 2024 · Today, House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability Chairman Dan Bishop (R-NC) delivered the following opening statement in a hearing to examine improvements needed to the enforcement of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).
What’s Next for the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act? - CSIS
Published June 21, 2023. June 21 marks one year since the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) began enforcing the import control requirements of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). The law aims to deter and punish companies participating in or benefiting from Chinese state-sponsored forced labor in the Uyghur region of Western ...
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act Goes into Effect - CSIS
Jun 27, 2022 · In December 2021, Congress overwhelmingly adopted the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) with strong bipartisan support, passing the House 428–1 and adopted in the Senate by unanimous consent. It was signed into law by President Biden on December 23.
Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force Publishes Updated Uyghur Forced ...
Jul 12, 2024 · Since the implementation of the UFLPA’s rebuttable presumption began in June 2022, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has examined more than 8,500 entries, valuing more than $3.3 billion to ensure that goods made with forced labor do not enter U.S. commerce.