This bill requires the U.S. State Department to evaluate whether Hong Kong's Economic and Trade Offices in the United States should retain special diplomatic privileges and immunities, based on Hong Kong's autonomy from China. Within 30 days of enactment and as part of annual certifications, the Secretary of State must determine whether Hong Kong still enjoys sufficient independence to justify these special privileges; if not, the offices must close within 180 days. Congress can override a favorable determination through a streamlined disapproval process. The bill also prohibits federal agencies from partnering with these offices to promote Hong Kong tourism or business unless the Secretary certifies their merits and Congress does not object. Additionally, it establishes U.S. policy against federal assistance in portraying Hong Kong as autonomous or free while the State Department concludes it lacks true self-governance, and directs the government to advocate for political prisoners' release, press freedom, and independent courts in Hong Kong.
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