OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Countering Chinese Espionage Reporting Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5404.
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 2023-09-12.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- The Department of Justice will be required to publish annual reports on its activities against Chinese espionage, including the theft of trade secrets and intellectual property.
- Reports will include information on resources allocated to these programs and an assessment of their effectiveness, allowing for a better understanding of how innovations and jobs are protected.
- This information will be publicly available, increasing citizens' awareness of threats and government actions to combat them.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 24 - 0.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.
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.