Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB5233

Introduced
9/25/24  

Caption

No Capital Gains Allowance for American Adversaries Act

Impact

If enacted, SB5233 would have far-reaching implications for both individual and institutional investors. By reclassifying returns on investments from adversarial countries as ordinary income, the bill effectively raises the tax rate applied to these gains. This could deter U.S. investors from engaging with companies operating in those regions and potentially decrease foreign investments from these nations in the U.S. market. Additionally, entities classified under this bill could face a more complex regulatory environment, requiring more scrutiny from the Securities and Exchange Commission and associated regulatory bodies to maintain compliance.

Summary

SB5233, titled the 'No Capital Gains Allowance for American Adversaries Act', proposes significant modifications to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The bill aims to designate gains and dividends from entities based in specified 'countries of concern' as ordinary income rather than capital gains. This change intends to impose higher tax liabilities on investments that yield income derived from these countries, which include the People's Republic of China, Russia, Belarus, Iran, and North Korea. The bill reflects a strategic response to increasing geopolitical tensions and aims to discourage financial engagement with entities associated with adversarial nations.

Contention

The proposal has generated significant discussion among lawmakers, with potential contention surrounding economic freedom versus national security implications. Proponents of SB5233 argue that it is a necessary measure to protect U.S. interests and reduce dependencies on hostile entities. Critics, however, may view it as an infringement on free-market principles, potentially leading to economic isolation from these nations. The classification of what constitutes a 'country of concern' and the practical implications of notifying investors about their changed tax liabilities raise further questions about the bill's administrative execution and impacts on existing international business relationships.

Companion Bills

US HB7760

Same As No Capital Gains Allowance for American Adversaries Act

Previously Filed As

US HB7760

No Capital Gains Allowance for American Adversaries Act

US SB2047

No Capital Gains Allowance for American Adversaries Act

US SB5234

Protecting Endowments from Our Adversaries Act

US HB2621

REAL AMERICA Act Reward Each American’s Labor And Make Every Rich Individual Contribute Again Act

US HB7520

Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024

US SB798

Capital Gains Inflation Relief Act of 2025

US HB1857

Capital Gains Inflation Relief Act of 2025

US SB1605

International Competition for American Jobs Act

US HB1576

Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2025

US HB9873

American Stability Act

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