Blocks adversaries from getting advanced chip-making technology.
This bill would block certain countries and companies from getting advanced equipment used to make computer chips. It aims to stop countries like China, Russia, and Iran from using these technologies for military and advanced computing purposes. If passed, it would tighten export rules and push allied nations to do the same, or the U.S. would act alone.
Today, gaps in export controls allow countries of concern to access advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment. After this bill, the U.S. would identify critical technology and push allied countries to adopt strict export controls. If allies do not comply, the U.S. would impose its own comprehensive restrictions on U.S.-origin equipment and servicing to countries of concern and specific facilities, making it much harder for them to get advanced chip-making technology.
HR 8170 · 119th Congress · April 2, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
Sign in to see your representatives' phone numbers
11 filings mentioned this bill
Amounts reflect total quarterly lobbying spend reported to the Senate, not bill-specific spending. Source: Senate LDA filings.