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Cutting Off Communist Profiteers Act

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Summary of Bill S 442

Bill 118 s 442, also known as the Cutting Off Communist Profiteers Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to prevent individuals or entities who are affiliated with or supportive of communist regimes from profiting off of investments in the United States.

The bill aims to achieve this by prohibiting these individuals or entities from receiving any federal contracts or grants, as well as restricting their ability to invest in US companies or real estate. Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and oversight of foreign investments in the US, particularly those coming from countries with communist governments.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect national security and prevent hostile foreign actors from gaining influence in the US economy. They also believe that it sends a strong message to communist regimes that the US will not tolerate their attempts to profit off of American resources. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it could have unintended consequences and potentially harm US businesses and investors who have legitimate ties to countries with communist governments. They also raise concerns about the potential for the bill to be used as a political tool to target individuals or entities based on their political beliefs rather than their actual actions. Overall, Bill 118 s 442 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance between national security concerns and economic interests. It remains to be seen how the bill will progress through Congress and what impact it may have if it is ultimately signed into law.

Congressional Summary of S 442

Cutting Off Communist Profiteers Act

This bill establishes postemployment lobbying restrictions on former presidential appointees who knowingly represent, aid, or advise certain Chinese entities, including Chinese government entities, the Chinese Communist Party, and Chinese military companies.

Current Status of Bill S 442

Bill S 442 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 15, 2023. Bill S 442 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 15, 2023.  Bill S 442's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 15, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 442

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 442

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Asia
- China
- Federal officials
- Public participation and lobbying

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 442

Cutting Off Communist Profiteers Act
Cutting Off Communist Profiteers Act
A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit former Presidential appointees from acting on behalf of the Government of the People's Republic of China, the Chinese Communist Party, and Chinese military companies.

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