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No TikTok on US Devices Act: Sanctions and Blocking of ByteDance Assets

This bill aims to impose sanctions on ByteDance Limited (TikTok's owner) and its related entities, potentially leading to the blocking of their commercial operations in the United States. This means citizens might lose access to the TikTok application and related services. The law mandates the President to block property and transactions related to the company in the US, citing national security concerns.
Key points
Blocking TikTok Operations: Within 30 days of enactment, the President must block all transactions and property of ByteDance (or its successors) in the US to prevent TikTok's commercial operation.
Consequences for Users: Citizens may lose the ability to use the TikTok application on their devices, as the act seeks to eliminate its operations entirely within the country.
National Security Report: The Director of National Intelligence must submit a report to Congress detailing national security threats posed by TikTok, including the Chinese government's ability to access US user data.
Penalties for Violations: Individuals or entities violating the sanctions or related orders will face penalties as defined under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
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Print number: 118_HR_503
Sponsor: Rep. Buck, Ken [R-CO-4]
Process start date: 2023-01-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No TikTok on United States Devices Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_503.

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 2023-01-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Blocking TikTok Operations: Within 30 days of enactment, the President must block all transactions and property of ByteDance (or its successors) in the US to prevent TikTok's commercial operation.
  • Consequences for Users: Citizens may lose the ability to use the TikTok application on their devices, as the act seeks to eliminate its operations entirely within the country.
  • National Security Report: The Director of National Intelligence must submit a report to Congress detailing national security threats posed by TikTok, including the Chinese government's ability to access US user data.
  • Penalties for Violations: Individuals or entities violating the sanctions or related orders will face penalties as defined under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
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. Buck, Ken [R-CO-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the National Intelligence Enterprise.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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