Senate bill orders U.S. agencies to probe Hong Kong money laundering ties
In committeeS. 1339Latest action
Sponsor: John R. Curtis · Senator · UT
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Official title: Stop CCP Money Laundering Act of 2025
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
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S 1339 directs Treasury and State to investigate Hong Kong's financial system for money laundering and sanctions evasion within one year.
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What does this do?
S 1339 requires the Treasury Department to determine within 180 days whether Hong Kong warrants a "primary money laundering concern" designation. Within one year, the State Department, working with Treasury and Commerce, must report on whether Hong Kong banks are being used to move money or transfer restricted technology to countries such as Russia and Iran in violation of U.S. law. The report must also assess whether Chinese national security laws passed in 2020 and 2024 have weakened standard anti-money laundering practices in Hong Kong.
Who does it affect?
The bill directly requires action from the Treasury Department, the State Department, and the Commerce Department. American banks and businesses operating in Hong Kong could face consequences if the investigations lead to new restrictions.
Why does it matter?
A "primary money laundering concern" designation can trigger restrictions on how U.S. banks conduct business in Hong Kong. The findings could eventually influence broader U.S. trade and financial policy, though the bill imposes no direct bans or penalties at this time.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedApr 8, 2025
- Senate committeeYou are here · Apr 8, 2025
- Senate vote
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.