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HR 6107119th CongressIn Committee
PAID OFF Act of 2025
Introduced: Nov 18, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11] (R-Texas)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The PAID OFF Act of 2025 amends the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) to restrict exemptions for agents of foreign principals from certain countries. It specifically targets corporate and government entities owned or controlled by countries identified as 'countries of concern' under the State Department Basic Authorities Act. The bill also establishes a mechanism for the Secretary of State to modify the list of countries through congressional approval.
Key Points
- 1Amends FARA Section 3 to limit exemptions for certain foreign agents
- 2Targets entities from countries of concern (e.g., China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba)
- 3Requires Secretary of State to propose country modifications
- 4Establishes congressional approval process for country list changes
- 5Includes 5-year sunset provision
- 6Referred to multiple House committees
Impact Areas
Foreign influence regulationNational security policyCongressional oversight of foreign relationsCorporate compliance requirements
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