No Advanced Chips for the CCP Act of 2025.
Summary
The "No Advanced Chips for the CCP Act of 2025" aims to restrict the export of advanced AI semiconductors to the People's Republic of China (PRC) by requiring congressional approval for each export. This bill mandates an interagency review involving multiple cabinet secretaries and the Director of National Intelligence before any export can be approved by the Secretary of Commerce. Congressional approval would then be required via a joint resolution.
The bill outlines specific thresholds for what constitutes an "advanced AI semiconductor" and includes exceptions for humanitarian purposes, US diplomatic facilities, and repairs of previously legally exported chips. The Act is set to sunset three years after its enactment.
The intended effect is to limit China's access to advanced AI technology, potentially hindering its military and technological advancements, and addressing concerns about human rights abuses.
Expected Effects
This act, if passed, would likely slow down the technological advancement of AI in China, particularly in areas with military applications. US companies may need to find alternative markets for their advanced AI semiconductors. The bill could also lead to retaliatory measures from China, impacting international trade and relations.
Potential Benefits
- Strengthened national security by limiting China's access to advanced AI technology.
- Potential protection of human rights by preventing the use of AI for surveillance and repression in China.
- Reinforced US technological leadership in the AI sector.
- Increased scrutiny and accountability in the export of sensitive technologies.
- Potential for increased business for companies in countries other than China.
Most Benefited Areas:
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential economic harm to US semiconductor companies due to loss of market access.
- Possible retaliatory measures from China, impacting other sectors of the US economy.
- Increased bureaucratic hurdles and delays for companies seeking to export AI semiconductors.
- Risk of hindering legitimate research and development efforts in China.
- Potential strain on US-China relations.
Most Disadvantaged Areas:
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the constitutional power of Congress to regulate commerce with foreign nations (Article I, Section 8, Clause 3). It also touches upon national security concerns, which fall under the purview of the executive and legislative branches. The requirement for congressional approval ensures that the legislative branch plays a role in foreign policy decisions related to technology exports.
However, the bill could be challenged on the grounds that it unduly restricts free trade or infringes upon the executive branch's authority over foreign policy. The sunset clause mitigates potential concerns about long-term overreach.
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).