To prohibit the Secretary of Defense from entering into information technology contracts with entities that provide certain services to China, and for other purposes.

Bill 118 hr 10453, also known as the "Prohibition on Defense IT Contracts with China Act," aims to prevent the Secretary of Defense from entering into information technology contracts with entities that provide certain services to China. The bill is designed to address concerns about national security and the potential risks associated with allowing Chinese entities access to sensitive defense information.

Under this legislation, the Secretary of Defense would be prohibited from contracting with any entity that provides services to China in the areas of information technology. This includes services related to data storage, cloud computing, and telecommunications. The bill seeks to prevent the transfer of sensitive defense information to Chinese entities, which could pose a threat to national security.

In addition to prohibiting defense IT contracts with entities that provide services to China, the bill also includes provisions for reporting and enforcement. The Secretary of Defense would be required to report to Congress on any contracts that are prohibited under this legislation, and there would be penalties for entities found to be in violation of the law. Overall, the "Prohibition on Defense IT Contracts with China Act" is aimed at safeguarding national security by preventing the transfer of sensitive defense information to Chinese entities. It seeks to ensure that the Department of Defense only contracts with entities that do not pose a risk to national security.