Establishing the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution establishes in the House of Representatives the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, which is comprised of not more than 16 Members appointed by the Speaker (7 of whom shall be appointed in consultation with the minority leader).

The resolution authorizes the committee to investigate and submit policy recommendations concerning the status of the economic, technological, and security progress of the Chinese Communist Party and its competition with the United States.

Bill 118 HRES 11, also known as the Establishing the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, is a proposed legislation in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to create a special committee that will focus on analyzing and addressing the strategic competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.

The committee will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive review of US policy towards China, including economic, military, and diplomatic aspects. It will also assess the Chinese Communist Party's activities and influence in various sectors, such as technology, trade, and human rights.

The committee will consist of members from both the House of Representatives and the Senate, with a bipartisan approach to ensure a balanced and thorough examination of the issues at hand. The committee will have the authority to hold hearings, subpoena witnesses, and gather information from experts and stakeholders. The ultimate goal of this legislation is to provide Congress with valuable insights and recommendations on how to effectively address the strategic competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party. By establishing this select committee, Congress aims to enhance its understanding of the complex dynamics between the two countries and develop informed policies to protect US interests and national security. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 11 seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and strategic thinking in US-China relations, with the ultimate goal of safeguarding American interests in the face of growing competition from the Chinese Communist Party.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 11

Introduced on
2023-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/10/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution establishes in the House of Representatives the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, which is comprised of not more than 16 Members appointed by the Speaker (7 of whom shall be appointed in consultation with the minority leader).

The resolution authorizes the committee to investigate and submit policy recommendations concerning the status of the economic, technological, and security progress of the Chinese Communist Party and its competition with the United States.

Bill 118 HRES 11, also known as the Establishing the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, is a proposed legislation in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to create a special committee that will focus on analyzing and addressing the strategic competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.

The committee will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive review of US policy towards China, including economic, military, and diplomatic aspects. It will also assess the Chinese Communist Party's activities and influence in various sectors, such as technology, trade, and human rights.

The committee will consist of members from both the House of Representatives and the Senate, with a bipartisan approach to ensure a balanced and thorough examination of the issues at hand. The committee will have the authority to hold hearings, subpoena witnesses, and gather information from experts and stakeholders. The ultimate goal of this legislation is to provide Congress with valuable insights and recommendations on how to effectively address the strategic competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party. By establishing this select committee, Congress aims to enhance its understanding of the complex dynamics between the two countries and develop informed policies to protect US interests and national security. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 11 seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and strategic thinking in US-China relations, with the ultimate goal of safeguarding American interests in the face of growing competition from the Chinese Communist Party.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedEstablishing the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.

Policy Areas
Congress

Potential Impact
Asia
China
Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits
Congressional committees
Congressional operations and organization
Government studies and investigations
House of Representatives
Military operations and strategy

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Latest Summary1/12/2023

This resolution establishes in the House of Representatives the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, which is comprised of not more than 16 Members appointed by the Speaker (7 of...


Latest Action1/10/2023
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.