# Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2021

This bill is designed to prevent Americans from unknowingly supporting organ trafficking and forced organ harvesting, particularly targeting practices that have been documented in certain countries. The law makes it illegal for U.S. citizens and companies to knowingly benefit from organs that were obtained through coercion, force, or without genuine consent. It also restricts federal funding and support for any medical transplant programs or research that involve organs obtained through these unethical means.

The bill creates real consequences for violations. If someone or an organization is found to be involved in forced organ harvesting schemes, they can face criminal penalties and civil lawsuits. The law also requires the State Department to maintain and publish a list of countries and entities credibly suspected of engaging in forced organ harvesting, helping to shine a light on the problem internationally. Additionally, it directs the U.S. government to work with other countries to combat these practices and to educate the public about the issue.

For most Americans, this bill won't directly affect daily life, but it matters if you're involved in medical research, transplant programs, or international medical work. It ensures that if your institution receives federal funding, you're not inadvertently supporting organ trafficking. The law also protects Americans traveling abroad by making clear that participating in organ trafficking is a serious federal crime. Essentially, this legislation takes a stand against a human rights abuse by using American law and international pressure to discourage the practice and hold accountable those who profit from it.

Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2021

Cotton, Tom

Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2021 This bill establishes specified measures to combat forced organ harvesting and the international trafficking in persons for the purpose of removing their organs. These measures include (1) establishing property-blocking and visa-blocking sanctions, (2) prohibiting exports of certain surgery devices to entities that are identified as being responsible for forced organ harvesting or related human trafficking, and (3) requiring the Department of State to report on these practices.