Cambodia Democracy and Human Rights Act of 2023
This bill directs the U.S. President to identify Cambodian officials responsible for suppressing democracy and human rights, then impose sanctions including asset blocking and visa restrictions. It requires the President to submit a report on Chinese military activities in Cambodia, particularly at Ream Naval Base and Dara Sakor Airport. The legislation includes provisions for suspending sanctions if Cambodia makes meaningful progress toward releasing political prisoners, ending government suppression of opposition parties, and holding free elections. It builds on existing U.S. restrictions on aid to Cambodia that require the government to take specific steps to improve democratic practices. The bill aims to hold Cambodian officials accountable for human rights violations while addressing concerns about China's military presence in Cambodia.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
President
Introduced Jul 18, 2023
Last action Jul 18, 2023
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Jul 18, 2023
Senate · Referred to committee
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Jul 18, 2023
Senate · Introduced
Introduced in Senate
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
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Edward J. Markey
DDemocratic
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Marco Rubio
RRepublican
Co
Richard J. Durbin
DDemocratic
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