H.R. 1468Heading to a voteCrime & justice
Justice Department would get standalone unit to counter China espionage
Data as of July 23, 2026
HR 1468 would create a standalone DOJ "CCP Initiative" to counter Chinese espionage and tech theft, expiring after six years.AI-decoded45-second read · 5 questions answered below
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AI-decodedWhat does this do?
HR 1468 would establish a "CCP Initiative" inside the DOJ's National Security Division to counter espionage and economic threats linked to the Chinese Communist Party. It would focus on tech transfer at universities, foreign investment review, trade secret theft, hacking, and critical infrastructure risks. The initiative would run as a standalone unit with dedicated staff and funding, and expire after six years unless renewed.
Who does it affect?
Directly affects the Department of Justice, FBI, and other federal national security and trade enforcement agencies. Also affects universities, research labs, businesses, and Chinese companies or their U.S. subsidiaries under investigation.
Why does it matter?
The initiative would increase government scrutiny of academic and business partnerships tied to China, without creating new crimes or directly affecting the general public.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- Dedicated standalone funding required
- funds can't merge with other programs
- no dollar amount specified
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote — You are here
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: it's headed for a House floor vote. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Protect America’s Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act
- Introduced:
- February 21, 2025
- Latest action:
- June 15, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 607.
Read the official bill on Congress.gov