China Military Power Transparency Act of 2025

# China Military Power Transparency Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The China Military Power Transparency Act of 2025 would require the U.S. government to produce detailed, regular public reports on China's military capabilities, modernization efforts, and strategic activities. If passed, these reports would provide Congress and the American public with more comprehensive information about China's armed forces, weapons development, and potential threats to U.S. interests and allies in the Indo-Pacific region. **Who It Affects:** This bill primarily affects U.S. government agencies (particularly the Department of Defense and intelligence agencies) that would be tasked with gathering and reporting this information.

It would also affect policymakers and the public, who would have access to better information for understanding U.S.-China military relations. Potentially, it could influence military and foreign policy decisions regarding Asia and defense spending. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (S. 2884 in the 119th Congress), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a floor vote. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nevada) sponsors the legislation. The bill has not yet been enacted into law.