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Ban on Funding Chinese Firms in US Infrastructure Projects

New rules aim to restrict the involvement of China-linked companies in US infrastructure projects funded by federal money. This means taxpayer funds cannot go to entities controlled by China for building roads, bridges, or other public facilities, impacting the security and independence of the nation's infrastructure.
Key points
Federal funds cannot be used for infrastructure projects carried out by companies headquartered in China or controlled by the Chinese government, Communist Party, or military.
The ban covers a wide range of public projects, including construction, repair, and maintenance of roads, bridges, public buildings, and water systems.
State and local governments will also be prohibited from providing federal funds to such entities for infrastructure projects.
The rules will take effect 180 days after enactment and apply to new projects.
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Print number: 117_HR_8024
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22]
Process start date: 2022-06-09