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Blocking Energy Department Funds for Entities Linked to China.

This law prevents the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) from issuing financial awards, such as grants or loans, to companies with specific ties to the Chinese government or its state-owned enterprises. The goal is to safeguard American innovation and technology, ensuring that public funds support entities independent of foreign talent recruitment programs. This measure is intended to enhance national security and protect intellectual property in critical energy sectors.
Key points
The Department of Energy is prohibited from funding entities in joint ventures with Chinese state-owned enterprises.
Funding is also blocked for organizations whose senior leadership participated in Chinese foreign talent recruitment programs.
The change aims to protect U.S. technological independence and national security interests.
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Print number: 118_S_1717
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]
Process start date: 2023-05-18