S.672 - Protect America’s Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
S.672, the "Protect America's Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act of 2025," aims to counter nation-state threats, particularly those posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), to U.S. intellectual property and economic interests. The bill establishes a CCP Initiative within the Department of Justice's National Security Division. This initiative focuses on curbing spying, developing enforcement strategies against non-traditional collectors of technology, and implementing amendments related to foreign investment review.
Expected Effects
The bill's enactment would lead to increased scrutiny of Chinese investments and activities within the U.S., especially those related to technology transfer and economic espionage. It would also result in the allocation of specific resources within the Department of Justice dedicated solely to countering CCP threats. An annual report to Congress would provide transparency regarding the initiative's progress and challenges.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced protection of U.S. intellectual property.
- Strengthened national security by countering foreign espionage.
- Increased awareness and prevention of economic espionage.
- Improved coordination among federal agencies in addressing CCP threats.
- Greater transparency through annual reporting to Congress.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased tensions with China.
- Risk of disproportionate targeting of individuals of Chinese descent.
- Possible chilling effect on academic and scientific collaboration.
- Increased compliance costs for businesses with Chinese investments.
- Potential for retaliatory measures from China.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill's focus on national security and protection of economic interests aligns with the Constitution's broad goals of providing for the common defense and promoting the general welfare. The establishment of the CCP Initiative within the Department of Justice falls under Congress's legislative powers as outlined in Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the authority to enact laws necessary and proper for carrying out its enumerated powers. However, the implementation of the act must be carefully monitored to ensure compliance with the First Amendment's protection of freedom of speech and association, and the Fifth Amendment's guarantee of due process.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).