Defense Technology Report Parity Act

The Defense Technology Report Parity Act requires defense contractors that develop software in China to disclose whether they have been subject to Chinese data laws, including the National Intelligence Law. It mandates that these companies describe their process for reporting software vulnerabilities to Chinese authorities and ensure their U.S. affiliates are notified within 48 hours if such vulnerabilities are reported to China. Within 180 days of enactment, the Department of Defense must issue regulations requiring contractors to retain and provide vulnerability records to the DoD. This bill directly affects U.S. defense contractors operating software development in China.