Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2025

The Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2025 would direct the Department of Commerce and the Government Accountability Office to conduct a comprehensive review of how well the United States competes globally in attracting foreign direct investment from responsible private companies in trusted nations. The bill would also examine barriers that American technology firms face when trying to do business internationally in the digital economy.

The review would assess several key areas: the current economic impact of foreign investment already flowing into the United States, global trends in cross-border investment and data movement, federal policies that currently help attract foreign investment, and whether the federal government is doing enough to encourage and facilitate such investment. This analysis would provide a detailed picture of America's position in the global competition for international capital.

After completing this review, the Commerce Department would be required to report its findings to Congress and provide recommendations for how the United States could become more competitive in attracting foreign direct investment. The goal would be to identify opportunities to strengthen America's appeal to international investors and address any obstacles preventing foreign companies from investing in American businesses and creating jobs.

The bill passed the House in early 2025 and is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. If enacted, it would not directly change laws or regulations but would provide policymakers with detailed information to guide future decisions about trade and investment policy.