Jonathan Jackson's Record on Legislation Addressing China's Influence
Representative Jonathan Jackson's voting record reveals a pattern of opposing legislation aimed at countering China's influence and reducing American dependence on Chinese products. Below is an overview of key bills he voted against:
1. H.R. 7980 – End Chinese Dominance of Electric Vehicles in America Act of 2024
This bill sought to amend the Internal Revenue Code to exclude vehicles from the clean vehicle credit if their batteries contained materials sourced from prohibited foreign entities, such as China. The intent was to reduce reliance on Chinese materials in electric vehicle production. Representative Jackson voted against this measure.
2. H.R. 1398 – Protect America's Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act of 2024
This legislation aimed to enhance protections for U.S. intellectual property and economic interests from Chinese Communist Party (CCP) influence. It included provisions to strengthen cybersecurity and prevent espionage. Jackson opposed this bill, which passed the House with bipartisan support.
3. H.R. 1516 – DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act
This act proposed restrictions on funding for institutions hosting Confucius Institutes and other Chinese entities of concern, aiming to mitigate foreign influence in U.S. educational and research institutions. Representative Jackson voted against this measure.
4. H.R. 2594 – Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO) Certification Act
This bill authorized the U.S. president to revoke the privileges and immunities of Hong Kong's trade offices in the U.S. if they lacked sufficient autonomy from China, potentially leading to their closure. The House passed the bill overwhelmingly, but Jackson voted against it.
5. H.R. 3334 – Stop CCP Act
This legislation aimed to impose sanctions on Chinese officials responsible for human rights abuses and to restrict their access to the U.S. financial system. Representative Jackson opposed this bill, which passed the House with bipartisan support.
6. H.R. 4346 – CHIPS and Science Act of 2022
While not specific to the 118th Congress, this act authorized funding to boost semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S., aiming to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers, including China. Jackson's voting record on related legislation indicates a pattern of opposition to measures intended to counter China's economic influence.
Representative Jonathan Jackson's consistent opposition to legislation designed to counter China's influence and reduce American dependence on Chinese products raises concerns about his stance on national security and economic independence. As China continues to assert its global presence, it's imperative that U.S. lawmakers take proactive steps to protect American interests. Jackson's voting record suggests a reluctance to support measures aimed at achieving this goal.
