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China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:54 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1156

Bill 118 hr 1156, also known as the China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing the financial threats posed by China. The bill seeks to enhance the ability of the US government to identify and mitigate risks associated with Chinese investments and financial activities in the United States.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a task force within the Department of the Treasury that will be responsible for monitoring and assessing the risks posed by Chinese financial activities. The task force will also be tasked with developing strategies to address these risks and coordinate with other government agencies to implement these strategies.

Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of the Treasury to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the findings of the task force and outlining any actions taken to mitigate the identified risks. The report will also include recommendations for further legislative or regulatory action to address the financial threats posed by China. Overall, the China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the US government's ability to protect the country's financial system from potential threats emanating from China. By enhancing monitoring and assessment capabilities and promoting greater coordination among government agencies, the bill seeks to safeguard the US economy and national security interests.

Congressional Summary of HR 1156

China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of the Treasury, in consultation with specified federal financial agencies, to report on the exposure of the United States to the activity of China's financial sector. The report must include

  • the effects the reforms to China's financial sector have on U.S. and global financial systems,
  • a description of the policies the United States is adopting to protect U.S. interests,
  • a description and analysis of any risks presented by China to the financial stability of the United States and the global economy, and
  • recommendations for additional actions to strengthen international cooperation to mitigate risks and protect U.S. interests.

Current Status of Bill HR 1156

Bill HR 1156 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since May 30, 2023. Bill HR 1156 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 24, 2023.  Bill HR 1156's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of May 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1156

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1156

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Potential Impact Areas

- Asia
- China
- Congressional oversight
- Financial crises and stabilization
- Government information and archives
- Government studies and investigations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1156

China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2023
China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2023
China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2023
China Financial Threat Mitigation Act of 2023
To require the Secretary of the Treasury to conduct a study and report on the exposure of the United States to the financial sector of the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes.

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