Bills · HR 4360
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4360Spacecraft and satellitesForeign and international corporations
Frank Wolf Space Security Act
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it directly influences the future of U.S. engagement in space and scientific research with a major global power: China. If this bill becomes law, it will establish a much stricter framework for how U.S. federal agencies like NASA interact with China, potentially reducing the risk of sensitive technology or data falling into the wrong hands, which could have national security implications.
However, it could also limit opportunities for scientific collaboration that might otherwise advance global knowledge and address shared challenges in space. The bill's passage means a more cautious, and possibly more isolated, approach to U.S.-China space relations, while its failure would allow existing levels of engagement to continue, subject to current policies and regulations. It reflects ongoing concerns about intellectual property theft, national security, and human rights in U.S. foreign policy.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Prohibits NASA, OSTP, and NSpC from using federal funds for bilateral policies, programs, or contracts with the People's Republic of China or Chinese-owned companies.
This directly restricts almost all forms of official collaboration between key U.S. space and science agencies and Chinese entities.
PROVISION 02
Bans the use of federal funds to host official Chinese visitors at NASA facilities.
This limits direct engagement and physical access for Chinese officials to sensitive U.S. space infrastructure and personnel.
PROVISION 03
Allows exceptions if agencies, after FBI consultation, certify no national or economic security risk from technology transfer and no interaction with officials involved in human rights violations.
This provision creates a specific, narrow pathway for collaboration, but only under stringent conditions focused on security and human rights.
PROVISION 04
Requires any certification for an exception to be submitted to Congress and the FBI at least 30 days before the activity, including detailed information about the event.
This ensures transparency and oversight from Congress and law enforcement regarding any approved U.S.-China interactions.
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2 EVENTSJUL 10
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JUL 10
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4360
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 10, 2025
Last actionJul 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · SCIENCE, SPACE, AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 10, 2025
House BillHR 4360Spacecraft and satellitesForeign and international corporations
Frank Wolf Space Security Act
INTRODUCED JUL 10, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 10, 2025
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