Protecting America’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve from China Act

# Protecting America's Strategic Petroleum Reserve from China Act (HR 2806) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would restrict the sale or transfer of oil from the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR)—the government's emergency stockpile of crude oil—to Chinese entities or companies. The SPR is maintained by the federal government as a safeguard against oil supply disruptions from wars, natural disasters, or other crises. The bill aims to prevent this critical resource from benefiting China, reflecting concerns about national security and geopolitical competition. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The legislation would primarily affect oil companies involved in SPR sales, the Department of Energy (which manages the reserve), and potentially U.S.-China trade relations.

While specific provisions aren't detailed in available summaries, the bill would likely establish legal barriers or prohibitions on Chinese involvement in SPR transactions. This could impact how the government manages or sells oil from the reserve going forward. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. It was introduced by Representative Randy Weber, a Republican from Texas. The bill remains in the early stages of the legislative process and would need committee approval and House passage before moving forward.