OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Preventing PLA Acquisition of United States Technology Act of 2023
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1368.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2023-04-27.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- US research institutions and companies receiving federal funding are banned from joint research in critical fields (e.g., AI, semiconductors) with Chinese entities connected to the military.
- The goal is to protect US innovation and prevent its use by the Chinese military under the 'Military-Civil Fusion' strategy.
- Violating these rules results in the immediate loss of all future federal financial assistance for the non-compliant institution.
- The Department of Defense will establish a public website listing prohibited research areas and the specific Chinese entities of concern.
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 Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.
What is the impact of this bill?
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