Combating Chinese Communist Party Influence Act | ChamberLight
Bills · HR 7969
INTRODUCED· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7969Armed Forces and National Security
Combating Chinese Communist Party Influence Act
INTRO MAR 17· LAST ACTION MAR 17
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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Voters should care about this bill because understanding the true scope and impact of foreign influence is crucial for safeguarding U.S. national security and economic interests globally. If the Chinese Communist Party's activities are undermining U.S. alliances, damaging international perceptions of the U.S., or affecting global financial systems, these issues could eventually impact American jobs, trade, and overall security.
If this bill becomes law, policymakers will receive a comprehensive, official intelligence assessment to guide their decisions on how to counter or respond to these influence activities. Without this law, the U.S. intelligence community might not produce such a focused, public-facing report, potentially leaving the government with a less complete picture of these challenges and a less coordinated strategy to address them. This could mean a less prepared response to evolving geopolitical threats.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Requires the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) to produce an intelligence community assessment on foreign malign influence activities by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) outside the United States.
This directs the entire U.S. intelligence apparatus to specifically focus on and analyze the CCP's international influence operations.
PROVISION 02
Specifies that the assessment must cover activities since January 1, 2023, and address impacts on U.S. alliances, global financial systems, and perceptions of the U.S. in key regions.
This ensures the report is comprehensive, current, and relevant to pressing national security concerns in specific geographical areas.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that the DNI submit an initial report within 90 days and a final assessment within 180 days of the bill's enactment to specific congressional committees.
This ensures timely information is provided to Congress, allowing lawmakers to act on the findings promptly.
Voters should care about this bill because understanding the true scope and impact of foreign influence is crucial for safeguarding U.S. national security and economic interests globally. If the Chinese Communist Party's activities are undermining U.S. alliances, damaging international perceptions of the U.S., or affecting global financial systems, these issues could eventually impact American jobs, trade, and overall security.
If this bill becomes law, policymakers will receive a comprehensive, official intelligence assessment to guide their decisions on how to counter or respond to these influence activities. Without this law, the U.S. intelligence community might not produce such a focused, public-facing report, potentially leaving the government with a less complete picture of these challenges and a less coordinated strategy to address them. This could mean a less prepared response to evolving geopolitical threats.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Requires the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) to produce an intelligence community assessment on foreign malign influence activities by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) outside the United States.
This directs the entire U.S. intelligence apparatus to specifically focus on and analyze the CCP's international influence operations.
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Specifies that the assessment must cover activities since January 1, 2023, and address impacts on U.S. alliances, global financial systems, and perceptions of the U.S. in key regions.
This ensures the report is comprehensive, current, and relevant to pressing national security concerns in specific geographical areas.
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Mandates that the DNI submit an initial report within 90 days and a final assessment within 180 days of the bill's enactment to specific congressional committees.
This ensures timely information is provided to Congress, allowing lawmakers to act on the findings promptly.
90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act
Submission of initial findings report of the intelligence community assessment to appropriate congressional committees.
180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act
Submission of the final intelligence community assessment to appropriate congressional committees.
GLOSSARY
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Director of National Intelligence (DNI)
The leader of the U.S. Intelligence Community, responsible for overseeing and coordinating all intelligence agencies, such as the CIA and NSA.
Intelligence Community Assessment
A comprehensive report produced by multiple U.S. intelligence agencies that combines information and analysis on a specific national security topic.
Foreign Malign Influence
Actions by a foreign government or group designed to secretly or manipulatively affect the politics, public opinion, or economy of another country, often to undermine its interests.
National Intelligence Council
A group within the Office of the DNI that bridges the gap between the intelligence community and policymakers, often by producing long-term strategic assessments.
Appropriate Congressional Committees
Specific committees in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives that have jurisdiction over intelligence, armed services, and foreign relations matters and are designated to receive certain reports.
Chinese Communist Party (CCP)
The founding and ruling political party of the People's Republic of China.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTS
MAR 17
Introduced in House
INTROREFERRAL
MAR 17
Referred to the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.
