To direct the Secretary of Defense to report to Congress on the feasibility of establishing an office within the Department of Defense to oversee sanctions with respect to Chinese military companies, and for other purposes.

12/31/2022, 5:36 AM

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to report on the feasibility of establishing an office within DOD to oversee sanctions of Chinese military companies.

Bill 117 hr 5454, also known as the "Chinese Military Company Sanctions Act," aims to address the issue of Chinese military companies and their potential threat to national security. The bill directs the Secretary of Defense to report to Congress on the feasibility of establishing an office within the Department of Defense to oversee sanctions specifically targeted at Chinese military companies.

The purpose of this proposed office is to ensure that sanctions against Chinese military companies are effectively implemented and enforced. The bill also seeks to evaluate the potential impact of these sanctions on US national security interests and the broader geopolitical landscape.

In addition to assessing the feasibility of establishing this office, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to sanctions against Chinese military companies. This may include recommendations for additional measures to address the threat posed by these companies and to protect US interests. Overall, Bill 117 hr 5454 highlights the growing concern over Chinese military companies and their potential impact on US national security. By directing the Secretary of Defense to report to Congress on the feasibility of establishing an office to oversee sanctions, the bill aims to strengthen US efforts to address this critical issue.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 5454

Introduced on
2021-09-30

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/30/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to report on the feasibility of establishing an office within DOD to oversee sanctions of Chinese military companies.

Bill 117 hr 5454, also known as the "Chinese Military Company Sanctions Act," aims to address the issue of Chinese military companies and their potential threat to national security. The bill directs the Secretary of Defense to report to Congress on the feasibility of establishing an office within the Department of Defense to oversee sanctions specifically targeted at Chinese military companies.

The purpose of this proposed office is to ensure that sanctions against Chinese military companies are effectively implemented and enforced. The bill also seeks to evaluate the potential impact of these sanctions on US national security interests and the broader geopolitical landscape.

In addition to assessing the feasibility of establishing this office, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to sanctions against Chinese military companies. This may include recommendations for additional measures to address the threat posed by these companies and to protect US interests. Overall, Bill 117 hr 5454 highlights the growing concern over Chinese military companies and their potential impact on US national security. By directing the Secretary of Defense to report to Congress on the feasibility of establishing an office to oversee sanctions, the bill aims to strengthen US efforts to address this critical issue.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Secretary of Defense to report to Congress on the feasibility of establishing an office within the Department of Defense to oversee sanctions with respect to Chinese military companies, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact
Asia
China
Congressional oversight
Department of Defense
Executive agency funding and structure
Foreign and international corporations
Military civil functions
Military procurement, research, weapons development
Political parties and affiliation
Sanctions

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/16/2021

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to report on the feasibility of establishing an office within DOD to oversee sanctions of Chinese military companies.


Latest Action9/30/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.