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Mandating Sanctions to Block TikTok Operations in the US for National Security.

This bill mandates sanctions against ByteDance (TikTok's owner) to block its commercial operations within the United States. The goal is to protect user data from potential access and exploitation by the Chinese government for intelligence purposes. If enacted, citizens would likely lose access to the TikTok application on their devices in the US.
Key points
Imposition of sanctions intended to prevent TikTok's commercial operation in the United States within 30 days of enactment.
Requirement to block financial transactions and property interests of ByteDance in the US to prevent its functioning.
Mandate for an intelligence report to Congress detailing national security threats posed by China's access to TikTok user data.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_85
Sponsor: Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]
Process start date: 2023-01-25