HR 7521
Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act
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Bill overview
This bill, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, aims to safeguard U.S. national security by prohibiting the distribution, maintenance, or hosting of applications controlled by foreign adversaries, primarily focusing on TikTok and ByteDance. It establishes a process for the President to designate such applications and allows for exemptions based on qualified divestitures. The bill also mandates data portability for users and creates a framework for enforcement through civil penalties and judicial review.
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Mike Gallagher
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Anna G. Eshoo
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