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Restrictions on US-backed films if censored by China

New rules aim to limit US government support for American film companies that agree to censorship or content changes at the request of Chinese authorities. This means films seeking Department of State resources must disclose if their content was evaluated or altered due to Chinese influence, potentially affecting the availability of certain productions.
Key points
Film companies seeking US government support must disclose if their films were evaluated by Chinese authorities.
Prohibition of support for films whose content has been altered at the request of Chinese authorities.
The State Department will regularly report to Congress on companies and films subject to Chinese censorship.
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Print number: 118_HR_1456
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7]
Process start date: 2023-03-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SCREEN Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1456.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Film companies seeking US government support must disclose if their films were evaluated by Chinese authorities.
  • Prohibition of support for films whose content has been altered at the request of Chinese authorities.
  • The State Department will regularly report to Congress on companies and films subject to Chinese censorship.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 26 - 23.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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