Bill would bar China-linked brokers and advisers from SEC registration
In committeeH.R. 9028Latest action
Sponsor: Michael Lawler · Representative · NY
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Official title: PRC Broker-Dealers and Investment Advisers Moratorium Act
119th Congress
Introduced:
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HR 9028 would ban China-linked brokers, dealers, and investment advisers from SEC registration for five years.
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What does this do?
HR 9028 would prohibit brokers, dealers, and investment advisers from obtaining or keeping SEC registration if they are organized under Chinese law, more than 15% owned or controlled by Chinese companies or citizens living in China, or dependent on Chinese-connected firms for key services such as software, technology infrastructure, or product development. Without SEC registration, these firms cannot legally operate in U.S. financial markets. The ban would last five years from the date the law is signed, then expire automatically.
Who does it affect?
The bill directly affects financial firms with ties to China that currently operate or seek to operate in the United States, including companies that rely on Chinese-affiliated businesses for technology or customer service functions. American investors who use platforms or advisers falling under these restrictions could also be affected if those firms lose their SEC registration.
Why does it matter?
Firms with Chinese connections would need to either sever those ties or exit U.S. financial markets entirely. Investors using affected platforms or advisers could face disruptions to their access to those services.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMay 26, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · May 26, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.