Bill orders federal study on attracting investment from allied nations
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Sponsor: Todd Young · Senator · IN
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Official title: Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2025
119th Congress
Topics: Government & democracy
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The bill orders a federal study on attracting foreign investment from trusted countries, due to Congress within a year.
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What does this do?
This bill directs the Secretary of Commerce, with other federal agencies and the , to study how the U.S. can attract more foreign investment from "trusted countries." The study covers investment trends, competition from other nations, barriers like data rules and trade restrictions, and risks from state-controlled companies from countries like China. After public comment, the Secretary has one year to report findings and recommendations to Congress.
Who does it affect?
Federal agencies, including the Department of Commerce and the , would conduct the study. Foreign and domestic businesses could be indirectly affected if the report leads to future legislation.
Why does it matter?
The study itself creates no new laws or rules and explicitly leaves CFIUS's national security review process untouched. Any real-world effects on trade, investment, or technology policy would depend on future legislation based on the report's recommendations.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJul 31, 2025
- Senate committee
- Senate vote
- HouseYou are here · Mar 24, 2026
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the Senate, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Held at the desk.