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Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2025
7/15/2025, 9:26 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1679
The bill recognizes the importance of FDI in stimulating economic growth, creating jobs, and fostering innovation. By conducting a comprehensive review of current practices and regulations related to FDI, the Secretary of Commerce and other relevant agencies will be able to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the United States' current approach to attracting foreign investment.
The findings of this interagency review will be reported to Congress, providing lawmakers with valuable insights and recommendations for potential legislative or regulatory changes that could enhance the country's ability to compete for FDI on a global scale. By increasing transparency, streamlining processes, and addressing any barriers to investment, the United States can position itself as a more attractive destination for foreign investors. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1679 seeks to strengthen the United States' economic competitiveness by leveraging foreign direct investment as a key driver of growth and innovation. Through a collaborative and data-driven approach, the federal government aims to identify and implement strategies that will enhance the country's ability to attract and retain foreign investment, ultimately benefiting the economy and creating new opportunities for American businesses and workers.
Congressional Summary of HR 1679
Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2025
This bill requires the Department of Commerce and the Government Accountability Office to conduct an interagency review of the global competitiveness of the United States in attracting foreign direct investment from responsible private-sector entities based in trusted countries and addressing foreign trade barriers that firms in advanced technology sectors face in the global digital economy.
Among other elements, the review shall include an assessment of (1) the current economic impact of foreign direct investment in the United States, (2) trends in global cross-border investment and data flows, (3) federal government policies that facilitate foreign direct investment, and (4) the adequacy of federal government efforts to encourage and facilitate foreign direct investment in the United States.
Commerce must report the findings of such review and include recommendations for increasing the global competitiveness of the United States in attracting foreign direct investment.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1679
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1679
Total Number of Sponsors
12Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
12Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
3Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1679
Primary Policy Focus
Foreign Trade and International FinancePotential Impact Areas
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1679
Comments

Declan Hunter
8 months ago
This bill will hurt American workers and our economy.


