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Enhanced Congressional Review of US Science and Tech Agreements with China.

This law mandates that the US Secretary of State must notify Congress and wait 30 days before entering into or renewing any science and technology agreement with the People’s Republic of China. The primary goal is to protect US national security and intellectual property from potential harmful technology transfers. This process requires detailed risk assessments and justifications, ensuring greater oversight of international scientific collaborations.
Key points
Requires a 30-day waiting period and notification to Congress before signing or renewing any science and technology agreement with China.
The notification must include a detailed risk assessment, specifically addressing the potential transfer of technology or intellectual property that could harm US security.
Existing agreements with China must be fully documented and submitted to Congress within 60 days, or they will be revoked.
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Print number: 118_S_2894
Sponsor: Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Science and Technology Agreement Enhanced Congressional Notification Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2894.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a 30-day waiting period and notification to Congress before signing or renewing any science and technology agreement with China.
  • The notification must include a detailed risk assessment, specifically addressing the potential transfer of technology or intellectual property that could harm US security.
  • Existing agreements with China must be fully documented and submitted to Congress within 60 days, or they will be revoked.
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. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE].

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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