Foreign companies and people tied to economic spying, export control violations, or support for hostile militaries could face U.S. sanctions and visa bans. The bill also requires a report on Chinese support for Russia's defense and intelligence sectors.
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Economic Espionage Prevention Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Latest action on H.R. 1486: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects foreign companies and people accused of stealing U.S. trade secrets, helping a foreign rival's military or intelligence agencies, or breaking U.S. export rules. It also matters to U.S. businesses that work with overseas partners in sensitive technology fields, because sanctions can disrupt suppliers and business ties. Chinese citizens and companies tied to Russia's defense sector get special attention in the required report. Congress, law enforcement agencies, and immigration officials would also have new reporting, enforcement, and screening work.
Why this matters: This bill matters because it gives the U.S. a stronger economic tool to respond when foreign actors steal business secrets, break export rules, or help hostile governments build military power. Instead of using force, the government could freeze U.S.-linked property and shut off travel to the United States for covered individuals. The bill also pushes the government to tell Congress more about Chinese support for Russia's defense and intelligence sectors. The practical impact would depend on how often the president uses these powers and how broadly the targets are chosen.
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Officially: Economic Espionage Prevention Act
Foreign companies and people tied to economic spying, export control violations, or support for hostile militaries could face U.S. sanctions and visa bans. The bill also requires a report on Chinese support for Russia's defense and intelligence sectors.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend H.R.1486. Modern Action explains Economic Espionage Prevention Act in plain English, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Latest: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (5/6/2025)
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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