Bill · S. 4899· Senate(119-S-4899)
Securing Partner Supply Chains Act
- Introduced
- 6/24/2026
- Last activity
- 6/24/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sponsored by
- Timothy Kaine
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Securing Partner Supply Chains Act," requires the Secretary of State to create the Initiative on Foreign Investment Screening. The initiative aims to help foreign countries develop ways to screen investments for national security risks, such as threats to critical infrastructure or sensitive technology. The Secretary will designate a leader to provide training, technical assistance, and regulatory guidance to these partner countries. The program will also involve coordinating with various government agencies and the private sector. This initiative is set to terminate five years after it is established. Additionally, the Secretary must submit annual reports to specific congressional committees regarding the initiative's activities and progress.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The initiative provides technical assistance and training to help partner countries strengthen their own security frameworks.
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+2
The bill addresses risks to sensitive technology and critical infrastructure which are central to cybersecurity.
Does this make trade with other countries easier?+2
The bill aims to protect supply chains and critical infrastructure by establishing security standards for foreign investment.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Enhanced National Security through Global Resilience: By strengthening investment screening mechanisms in partner countries, the bill seeks to support United States national security and enhance the resilience of allies against malign foreign influence (Section 2, Subsection a, Paragraph 1 and 3).
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Technical Assistance and Training: The initiative will provide foreign countries with technical assistance, training, and advisory services regarding best practices for screening investments for national security risks (Section 2, Subsection b, Paragraph 4, Subparagraph A).
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Improved Security Standards: The bill aims to facilitate coordination between government agencies, the private sector, partner countries, and civil society to promote security standards for foreign investment (Section 2, Subsection b, Paragraph 4, Subparagraph B).
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Development of Screening Mechanisms: The initiative will support the development and implementation of foreign investment screening mechanisms in partner countries through information sharing and regulatory guidance (Section 2, Subsection b, Paragraph 4, Subparagraph C).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly listed 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.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+5Improves Cybersecurity Defense+2Improves International Trade+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves Intellectual Property Fairness+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Roads And Bridges+1
- 6/24/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
John CurtisRepublican · Utah