S. 1864: No Safe Harbor for the Enemy Act

This bill, titled the No Safe Harbor for the Enemy Act, seeks to amend existing legislation concerning the public reporting of Chinese military companies operating in the United States. Specifically, it modifies the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021.

Key Provisions of the Bill

• The bill redesignates certain subsections regarding the reporting of Chinese military companies. Specifically, it changes the designation of subsections (f) and (g) to (g) and (h), respectively.
• It introduces a new provision stating that the decisions made by the Secretary of Defense concerning the addition of entities to a specific list of companies will be final and conclusive. This means that these decisions cannot be reviewed or overturned by any other official or by the courts.

Implications of the Bill

By establishing that the Secretary of Defense's judgments regarding these companies are final, the bill aims to eliminate any legal recourse that might allow a company to challenge its inclusion on the list. This may strengthen the government's ability to monitor and regulate entities deemed linked to Chinese military operations.

Overall Impact

The legislation focuses on enhancing U.S. national security by ensuring that companies connected to military operations in China are publicly reported and can be scrutinized without the possibility of judicial review over those listings. This aligns with broader efforts to manage economic and security risks associated with foreign military influences in the country.

Relevant Companies

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