Speaker Mike Johnson is bringing a bill to the floor that would help keep Americans' sensitive data out of the hands of foreign adversaries. (Eric Kayne/USA Today Network)
The definition of "sensitive data" includes biometric data, private personal communications, log-in credentials, Social Security numbers, geo-location data and what, if any, status an individual has within the armed forces, among other information.
The limitations would apply to foreign governments like Russia, Iran or China as well as individuals and entities they have influence over.
It’s part of a recent bipartisan push by Congress to protect American user data from overseas threats.
FORMER GOOGLE ENGINEER INDICTED FOR STEALING AI SECRETS TO AID CHINESE FIRMS
Congress has recently rushed to crack down on China's access to American data. (Getty Images)
CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP
China hawks have also warned that the app’s popularity among young Americans gives the ruling Chinese Communist Party a platform for a mass influence campaign.
At the same time, lawmakers who are wary of the push to curb TikTok have cited First Amendment concerns and potential harm to small businesses that rely on it.
Elizabeth Elkind is a politics reporter for Fox News Digital leading coverage of the House of Representatives. Previous digital bylines seen at Daily Mail and CBS News.
Follow on Twitter at @liz_elkind and send tips to elizabeth.elkind@fox.com
Get the latest updates from the 2024 campaign trail, exclusive interviews and more Fox News politics content.
Subscribed
You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter!
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/house-votes-keep-sensitive-american-data-hostile-countries