Protect America’s Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act of 2025
Rep. Gooden Introduces Bill to Create Justice Department Task Force Targeting Chinese Spying
Protect America’s Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act
This bill is currently in the House Judiciary Committee where it was recently approved with changes. It is actively moving through the legislative process after a successful committee vote. The bill now awaits further action before it can be considered by the full House of Representatives.
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While there is a lot of concern about China, this specific bill is led by a small group of Republicans and hasn't gained broad support from the other party yet.
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Visa holders working in research, academia, and technology sectors could face heightened scrutiny under this initiative, especially those from China. The original China Initiative (2018-2022) was criticized for disproportionately targeting Chinese-origin researchers, and this bill revives a similar framework. Even those not engaging in espionage could face increased investigation and workplace suspicion.
“curb spying by the Chinese Communist Party on United States intellectual property and academic institutions in the United States”
Milestones
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 607.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 119-699.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 14 - 9.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Protect America’s Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act
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