DATA Act

The DATA Act (HR 1153) targets foreign technology companies, particularly those connected to China like TikTok, by imposing sanctions on entities that may facilitate the transfer of U.S. user data to Chinese authorities or engage in activities threatening U.S. security. It requires the President to issue directives prohibiting U.S. persons from engaging with entities that knowingly transfer sensitive personal data to China or facilitate Chinese government activities like surveillance, censorship, or election interference. The bill specifically mandates the President to make determinations about TikTok, ByteDance, and related entities every 180 days. It authorizes sanctions including blocking transactions with foreign entities meeting certain criteria, with these authorities set to expire after 5 years.