H.R. 10158 · In committee · Transportation and Public Works

Automotive National and Economic Security Act of 2026

What it does

Requires the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study assessing the engagement of each automotive manufacturer in covered activities with foreign adversaries within 2 years of enactment.
Directs the Secretary to assess adverse impacts on national security, economic competitiveness, and intellectual property protection resulting from covered activities involving foreign adversaries.
Requires the Secretary to examine technology transfers relating to critical and emerging technologies to entities controlled by foreign adversaries or state-directed investment vehicles.
Mandates publication of an unclassified report on the Department of Commerce website, excluding confidential business information and national security-sensitive details, following submission to Congress.

Sep 16, 2026: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 33 - 0.

Committee: House Energy and Commerce