Bill · H.R. 1730· House(119-HR-1730)
No Alipay Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 2/27/2025
- Last activity
- 2/27/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
- Sponsored by
- Andrew Ogles
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "No Alipay Act of 2025" aims to prohibit any transactions using Alipay within the United States. It specifically forbids financial transactions between AliPay (China) Internet Technology Company Limited and any United States person. This prohibition includes the use of any application or payment processing services operated by Alipay. The bill defines a United States person to include nationals, lawful permanent residents, specific entities, and individuals physically present in the country. It also defines financial transactions as those affecting interstate or foreign commerce through various means.
Yes
Does this put more rules on large technology companies?+2
The bill functions as a regulatory measure against a major international digital payment platform.
The opposite· 3 of 4
Does this make trade with other countries easier?-3
The bill restricts trade and financial interaction with a major Chinese technology entity.
Would business owners be better off under this?-2
Businesses that rely on Alipay for transactions or customers will face new operational restrictions.
Would immigrants be better off under this?-2
The restriction may negatively affect immigrants or those with ties to China who utilize Alipay for financial transactions.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- There are no specific positive impacts or benefits for individuals or groups of people explicitly mentioned or described within the provided text of this bill.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Prohibition of Transactions: Under Section 2, no financial transactions are permitted between AliPay (China) Internet Technology Company Limited and a United States person. This includes the use of any application or payment processing services operated by Alipay.
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Restrictions on United States Persons: The bill's restrictions apply to a wide range of people and entities defined in Section 3, including:
- Nationals of the United States.
- Aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence.
- Entities organized under the laws of the United States or its jurisdictions.
- Individuals physically present in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners-2Good For Immigrants-2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Trade-3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection-2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Big Tech Regulation+2
- 2/27/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
- Introduced in House
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