Protecting U.S. Business Sovereignty Act

12/15/2023, 4:00 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Bill 118 hr 4625, also known as the Protecting U.S. Business Sovereignty Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect American businesses from foreign interference and ensure that they maintain their sovereignty.

The bill aims to achieve this by implementing several key measures. Firstly, it seeks to strengthen the ability of US businesses to resist pressure from foreign governments that may seek to influence their operations or decision-making processes. This includes providing legal protections for businesses that refuse to comply with foreign demands that may compromise their independence or integrity.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance transparency and accountability in the relationships between US businesses and foreign entities. This includes requiring businesses to disclose any financial or contractual relationships they have with foreign governments or organizations, as well as mandating regular reporting on any attempts by foreign entities to exert influence over their operations. Furthermore, the Protecting U.S. Business Sovereignty Act includes measures to bolster the enforcement of existing laws and regulations that protect American businesses from unfair competition or predatory practices by foreign entities. This includes increasing penalties for violations of these laws and providing additional resources to agencies responsible for enforcing them. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 4625 is to safeguard the sovereignty and independence of American businesses in the face of increasing global competition and potential threats from foreign actors. By strengthening protections and promoting transparency, the bill aims to ensure that US businesses can continue to thrive and contribute to the country's economic growth and prosperity.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 4625

Introduced on
2023-07-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/13/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Bill 118 hr 4625, also known as the Protecting U.S. Business Sovereignty Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect American businesses from foreign interference and ensure that they maintain their sovereignty.

The bill aims to achieve this by implementing several key measures. Firstly, it seeks to strengthen the ability of US businesses to resist pressure from foreign governments that may seek to influence their operations or decision-making processes. This includes providing legal protections for businesses that refuse to comply with foreign demands that may compromise their independence or integrity.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance transparency and accountability in the relationships between US businesses and foreign entities. This includes requiring businesses to disclose any financial or contractual relationships they have with foreign governments or organizations, as well as mandating regular reporting on any attempts by foreign entities to exert influence over their operations. Furthermore, the Protecting U.S. Business Sovereignty Act includes measures to bolster the enforcement of existing laws and regulations that protect American businesses from unfair competition or predatory practices by foreign entities. This includes increasing penalties for violations of these laws and providing additional resources to agencies responsible for enforcing them. Overall, the goal of Bill 118 hr 4625 is to safeguard the sovereignty and independence of American businesses in the face of increasing global competition and potential threats from foreign actors. By strengthening protections and promoting transparency, the bill aims to ensure that US businesses can continue to thrive and contribute to the country's economic growth and prosperity.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the detrimental impact of the Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive on United States companies, and for other purposes.

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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.