A bill to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to limit foreign control of investments in certain United States critical infrastructure.
Foreign Investment Transparency and Security Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide that a foreign government controlled entity may acquire, own, or otherwise control or manage any critical infrastructure of the United States only through the establishment or operation of a foreign owned general business corporation that meets specified requirements.
Requires a majority of the board of directors of such a corporation and its chief security officer to be U.S. citizens.
Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to report to Congress on the processes and policies for implementation of a scanning system for 100% of all inbound maritime containers.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Domestic and International Monetary Policy, Trade, and Technology.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1935)
Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2125-2126)
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