China Advanced Technology Monitoring Act

H.R. 5287, the China Advanced Technology Monitoring Act, was introduced in the 119th Congress by Rep. Vindman (with Rep. Moylan as a co-sponsor) and referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs. The bill would require the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with other federal agencies as appropriate, to issue an annual report on China’s advanced semiconductor manufacturing capabilities for five years, beginning with a deadline of May 1, 2026. The report would assess China’s capabilities in both advanced and mature-node semiconductors (i.e., cutting-edge chip processes as well as older but still-useful technology), along with a detailed analysis of China’s industrial policies, international engagements, and the effectiveness of U.S. and allied export controls. The intent is to inform U.S. strategy to counter China’s semiconductor rise and to provide policy recommendations to Congress. The bill requires the report to cover a wide range of topics—from China’s domestic capabilities and industrial policies to its international collaborations and the impact of export controls—plus an assessment of security and economic implications for the United States. The document would be submitted in unclassified form, with a classified annex for sensitive details, and the unclassified portion would be publicly posted online. This is a monitoring and oversight measure, not a new regulatory or funding program.