To prohibit certain members of the Chinese Communist Party from entering the United States until such time as the Government of the People’s Republic of China ceases the theft of the intellectual property of the United States, and for other purposes.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
The Stop China's IP Theft Act bars senior Chinese Communist Party officials, Chinese government cabinet members, active duty members of the People's Liberation Army, and their spouses and children from entering the United States. The ban remains in effect until the Director of National Intelligence certifies that China has stopped sponsoring intellectual property theft targeting American citizens and companies.
Who Benefits and How
U.S. companies and individuals whose intellectual property has been targeted by Chinese state-sponsored theft benefit from the increased diplomatic pressure this ban creates. The U.S. national security apparatus benefits from reduced access for Chinese military and government officials who may engage in espionage or technology transfer.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Senior Chinese Communist Party officials, Chinese government cabinet members, PLA service members, and their families are directly barred from U.S. entry. U.S. institutions such as universities and businesses that have relationships with these individuals may also be affected. Diplomatic relations between the U.S. and China could be strained.
Key Provisions
- Bans visas and entry for senior CCP officials (Politburo, Central Committee, 19th National Congress delegates) and their spouses and children
- Bans Chinese government cabinet members and active-duty PLA members
- The ban can be lifted only when the Director of National Intelligence certifies China has ceased IP theft efforts
- Cites findings about Chinese military scientists studying at U.S. universities for technology collection purposes
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
Prohibits senior Chinese Communist Party officials, Chinese government cabinet members, PLA active duty members, and their families from entering the United States until China ceases its intellectual property theft.
Key Policy Areas
Foreign Affairs, Immigration, Intellectual Property, National Security
Primary Purpose
Prohibits senior Chinese Communist Party officials, Chinese government cabinet members, PLA active duty members, and their families from entering the United States until China ceases its intellectual property theft.
Policy Domains
Whole Bill
Identified Gains
- U.S. Companies (IP Protection)
- U.S. National Security Interests
Identified Costs
- Senior CCP Officials and Families
- Chinese Government and Military Officials
- U.S.-China Diplomatic Relations
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
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Stakeholder Effects
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Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "Secretary of State"
- → Prohibited from issuing visas to designated individuals
- "Secretary of Homeland Security"
- → Required to deny entry to designated individuals
- "Director of National Intelligence"
- → Must certify that China has ceased IP theft before the ban can be lifted
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