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To prohibit arms sales, cybersecurity sales, and military sales with the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party.
12/15/2023, 3:59 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4001
Bill 118 hr 4001, also known as the "Prohibition of Arms Sales to China Act," aims to prevent the sale of arms, cybersecurity technology, and military equipment to the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party. The bill is designed to restrict the transfer of sensitive technology and equipment that could potentially be used by China for military purposes or to undermine US national security interests.
If passed, this legislation would prohibit any arms sales, cybersecurity sales, or military sales to China or the Chinese Communist Party. This includes the sale of weapons, defense systems, software, and other technology that could be used for military purposes. The bill also aims to prevent the transfer of sensitive information or technology that could be used by China to enhance its military capabilities or conduct cyber attacks against the US or its allies.
Supporters of the bill argue that restricting arms sales to China is necessary to protect US national security interests and prevent the transfer of sensitive technology that could be used against the US. They believe that China poses a significant threat to US interests and that limiting arms sales is a necessary step to counter this threat. Opponents of the bill argue that restricting arms sales to China could harm US businesses and damage diplomatic relations with China. They believe that engaging with China through trade and diplomacy is a more effective way to address security concerns and promote stability in the region. Overall, Bill 118 hr 4001 represents a significant effort to restrict arms sales and technology transfers to China in order to protect US national security interests and prevent the proliferation of sensitive technology that could be used against the US or its allies.
If passed, this legislation would prohibit any arms sales, cybersecurity sales, or military sales to China or the Chinese Communist Party. This includes the sale of weapons, defense systems, software, and other technology that could be used for military purposes. The bill also aims to prevent the transfer of sensitive information or technology that could be used by China to enhance its military capabilities or conduct cyber attacks against the US or its allies.
Supporters of the bill argue that restricting arms sales to China is necessary to protect US national security interests and prevent the transfer of sensitive technology that could be used against the US. They believe that China poses a significant threat to US interests and that limiting arms sales is a necessary step to counter this threat. Opponents of the bill argue that restricting arms sales to China could harm US businesses and damage diplomatic relations with China. They believe that engaging with China through trade and diplomacy is a more effective way to address security concerns and promote stability in the region. Overall, Bill 118 hr 4001 represents a significant effort to restrict arms sales and technology transfers to China in order to protect US national security interests and prevent the proliferation of sensitive technology that could be used against the US or its allies.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4001
Bill HR 4001 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2023. Bill HR 4001 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2023. Bill HR 4001's most recent activity was Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2953-2955) as of June 15, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4001
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4001
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4001
To prohibit arms sales, cybersecurity sales, and military sales with the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party.
To prohibit arms sales, cybersecurity sales, and military sales with the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party.
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