Michigan lawmakers propose permanent ban on adversary connected vehicles

Two Michigan lawmakers introduced bipartisan legislation this week aimed at permanently blocking connected vehicles linked to foreign adversaries, including China, from the U.S. market, as President Donald Trump prepares for a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The Connected Vehicle Security Act, introduced by Republican Rep. John Moolenaar and Democratic Rep. Debbie Dingell, would codify and expand existing restrictions that limit certain connected-vehicle sales and imports tied to China and Russia, according to the bill text and lawmakers’ statements.

Under the proposal, the U.S. would prohibit the importation, manufacture, sale, and introduction into interstate commerce of covered connected vehicles originating from or controlled by designated adversaries. The legislation would also bar connected vehicle software linked to those countries starting January 1, 2027, with restrictions on related hardware beginning January 1, 2030. It would cover China, Russia, North Korea and Iran. Supporters said the rule targets vehicles that incorporate Chinese-developed software or advanced connectivity systems, even if the vehicles are produced in the United States through...