Bills/S. 2657

STOP China and Russia Act of 2025

STOP China and Russia Act of 2025

In CommitteeForeign AffairsSenateSenate Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · Senate
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Plain Language Summary

# STOP China and Russia Act of 2025 – Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The STOP China and Russia Act of 2025 is designed to increase U.S. restrictions and oversight related to China and Russia. Based on its subject areas, the bill likely addresses multiple concerns including imposing sanctions, restricting trade and technology transfers to these countries, limiting visa access for their officials, and strengthening congressional oversight of presidential actions regarding China and Russia. The bill appears focused on national security and protecting American interests in technology, commerce, and diplomacy. **Who It Affects** This legislation would impact U.S. businesses engaged in trade with China or Russia, American officials working abroad, foreign nationals from these countries seeking U.S.

visas or travel, and the presidential administration (through oversight requirements). It could also affect Americans working in technology and export-related industries. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. It was sponsored by Senator Jeanne Shaheen, a Democrat from New Hampshire. The bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process.

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Latest Action

October 30, 2025

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 241.

Subjects

Administrative law and regulatory proceduresAsiaChinaCivil actions and liabilityCongressional oversightDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadEuropeImmigration status and proceduresPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsRussiaSanctionsTechnology transfer and commercializationTrade restrictionsVisas and passports

Sponsor

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1 cosponsor

Key Dates

Introduced
August 1, 2025
Last Updated
October 30, 2025
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