Preventing PLA Acquisition of United States Technology Act of 2022

Hozzl · 2024-01-11T21:15:39Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 4142 Preventing PLA Acquisition of United States Technology Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2024, 9:15 PM

Congressional Summary of S 4142

Preventing PLA Acquisition of United States Technology Act of 2022

This bill prohibits U.S. companies and universities that receive federal assistance and federal agencies from engaging in certain research or technical exchanges with Chinese entities.

Specifically, this prohibition applies to research or exchanges involving (1) certain Chinese entities, including universities that receive funding from China's military and Chinese state-owned enterprises; and (2) certain technologies identified by the Chinese Communist Party as priorities for its strategy to mobilize non-military resources and expertise for military application.

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Current Status of Bill S 4142

Bill S 4142 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 4, 2022. Bill S 4142 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on May 4, 2022. Bill S 4142's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of May 4, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4142

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4142

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Advanced technology and technological innovations

- Asia

- China

- Higher education

- International exchange and broadcasting

- Research administration and funding

- Subversive activities

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4142

Preventing PLA Acquisition of United States Technology Act of 2022

A bill to counter the military-civil fusion strategy of the Chinese Communist Party and prevent United States contributions to the development of dual-use technology in China.