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US S321
Decoupling America's Artificial Intelligence Capabilities from China Act of 2025


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Introduced
01/29/2025
In Committee
01/29/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

119th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit United States persons from advancing artificial intelligence capabilities within the People’s Republic of China, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, titled the "Decoupling America's Artificial Intelligence Capabilities from China Act of 2025," aims to prohibit United States persons from advancing artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities within the People's Republic of China. The bill establishes comprehensive restrictions on AI-related research, development, technology transfer, and financial investments involving Chinese entities. Specifically, it prohibits U.S. persons from conducting AI research in China, transferring AI-related information to Chinese entities, and holding financial interests in Chinese companies involved in AI development that support military-civil fusion strategies or are implicated in human rights abuses. The bill defines AI broadly, including systems that can learn, adapt, and perform tasks with minimal human oversight, and establishes significant penalties for violations, ranging from substantial financial fines (up to $100 million for entities) to forfeiture of federal contracts and grants. Violators may also face civil actions and potential immigration consequences. The legislation reflects growing concerns about technological competition and potential national security risks associated with AI development in China, seeking to limit U.S. technological contributions that could enhance China's AI capabilities.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 01/29/2025)

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