Bill · H.R. 6275· House(119-HR-6275)
China AI Power Report Act
- Introduced
- 11/21/2025
- Last activity
- 1/21/2026 — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 47 - 0.
- Sponsored by
- James Moylan
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 4
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "China AI Power Report Act," requires the Secretary of Commerce to submit an annual report regarding the People's Republic of China's advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. The report must cover various aspects including integrated circuits, semiconductor fabrication, manufacturing equipment, and electronic design automation software. It also mandates assessments of advanced AI models, emerging research, and the development of humanoid robots. Additionally, the bill seeks to evaluate the regulatory framework in China and the effectiveness of United States export controls. The goal is to keep Congress informed to ensure export controls remain dynamic and adaptive to national security challenges.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+6
The bill identifies risks in AI models and robotic systems, aiding national cybersecurity defense.
Does this give people more control over their personal data?+3
The bill requires an analysis of how data is used by AI applications, aiding privacy oversight.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+3
The bill mandates an annual report to Congress, increasing transparency regarding technological competition with China.
The opposite
Does this make trade with other countries easier?-2
The bill focuses on strengthening export controls, which may restrict trade in advanced technologies.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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National Security Oversight: The bill aims to help Congress exercise oversight and update export control authorities to maintain a strategic advantage and protect national security interests (Section 2).
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Information on AI Models: The report will assess advanced AI models for potential risks, such as advanced cyber offensive capabilities or advanced understanding of biological and virological application domains (Section 3(b)(6)(D)).
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Cybersecurity Awareness: The bill requires an assessment of the cybersecurity and other vulnerabilities of Chinese-origin robotic systems (Section 3(b)(10)(B)(vii)).
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Data Privacy Protection: The report will analyze how data collected by AI-powered applications is used, which can help evaluate potential risks to data privacy (Section 3(b)(11)(D)).
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Strengthening Export Controls: The report will identify loopholes in current United States export controls and provide recommendations to strengthen enforcement and national security (Section 3(b)(16)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are explicitly stated within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Education And Technology
- Improves Data Privacy+3Improves Intellectual Property Fairness+2Increases Big Tech Regulation+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3Increases Federal Power+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+6Improves International Trade-2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+1
- 2/11/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/21/2026
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 47 - 0.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/8/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/1/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/21/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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