Preventing PLA Acquisition of United States Technology Act of 2022

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Explore the details of House Bill 8636 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.

12/29/2022, 7:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8636

Bill 117 HR 8636, also known as the Preventing PLA Acquisition of United States Technology Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of preventing the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China from acquiring technology from the United States. The bill seeks to address concerns about the potential national security risks posed by the transfer of sensitive technology to the PLA.

The bill includes provisions that would require the US government to identify and monitor technology transfers to China, particularly those that could be used for military purposes. It also calls for increased scrutiny of foreign investments in US companies that develop critical technologies.

Additionally, the bill proposes measures to strengthen export controls and licensing requirements for technology transfers to China. It aims to enhance coordination between government agencies, such as the Department of Defense and the Department of Commerce, to better track and prevent the transfer of sensitive technology to the PLA. Overall, the Preventing PLA Acquisition of United States Technology Act of 2022 is designed to safeguard US national security interests by limiting the ability of the PLA to acquire advanced technology from the United States. The bill reflects ongoing concerns about the potential risks associated with technology transfers to China and seeks to address these concerns through increased oversight and regulation.

Congressional Summary of HR 8636

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 HR 8636

Bill HR 8636 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 2, 2022. Bill HR 8636 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on August 2, 2022. Bill HR 8636's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, Energy and Commerce, and Education and Labor, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of August 2, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8636

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8636

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 HR 8636

Preventing PLA Acquisition of United States Technology Act of 2022

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.