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China Defense Spending Transparency: Public Comparison of US and PRC Budgets.

This law mandates the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) to conduct and publish an independent, comparative study of the defense spending of the United States and the People's Republic of China. The goal is to provide citizens with accurate data on China's true military expenditures, independent of official statements. This study will offer the public better insight into the global balance of power and the rationale behind national security decisions.
Key points
Requires a public report comparing US and Chinese defense budgets within 180 days of enactment.
The report must be independent of official Chinese data and account for hidden military spending, such as military-civil fusion.
Increases transparency in national security, allowing citizens to better evaluate defense policy and public spending.
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Print number: 118_S_1791
Sponsor: Sen. Romney, Mitt [R-UT]
Process start date: 2023-06-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

China Defense Spending Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1791.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a public report comparing US and Chinese defense budgets within 180 days of enactment.
  • The report must be independent of official Chinese data and account for hidden military spending, such as military-civil fusion.
  • Increases transparency in national security, allowing citizens to better evaluate defense policy and public spending.
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 Sen. Romney, Mitt [R-UT].

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.

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