Automotive National and Economic Security Act of 2026
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Overview
This bill directs the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on how foreign adversaries might pose risks to the U.S. automotive industry. The study will examine various commercial arrangements and agreements involving foreign entities and critical technologies used in vehicles. It aims to assess potential negative impacts on national security, economic competitiveness, and intellectual property, and will consult with relevant agencies to produce a report for Congress and the public.
Key provisions
- Requires the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on foreign adversaries’ activities in the automotive industry.
- Defines key terms like ‘foreign adversary,’ ‘covered activity,’ ‘covered hardware,’ and ‘covered software’ to clarify the scope of the study.
- The study will assess potential negative impacts on national security, economic competitiveness, and intellectual property.
- The study will examine technology transfers to entities controlled by foreign adversaries.
- The study will consider operations and employees of manufacturers in foreign adversaries.
- The Secretary must consult with relevant agencies during the study.
- The Secretary must submit a report to Congress and publish a public version of the study.
- The study will focus on ‘critical and emerging technology’ used in vehicles.
Who is affected
- U.S. Automakers
- Foreign Governments
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