FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8924.
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 2024-07-02.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- The US government will create and publish a list of foreign entities (from countries like China, Russia, Iran) found to be using US patents or trade secrets related to critical technology without a license.
- US inventors and companies owning the IP can petition the government to investigate and list foreign entities suspected of stealing their innovations.
- The law aims to strengthen US economic security and technological leadership by deterring the unauthorized use of American intellectual property.
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. Kim, Young [R-CA-40].
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 - 22.
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.