House passes HEIRS Act to restrict foreign investment in US critical infrastructure

The House of Representatives voted 51-0 to report the HEIRS Act of 2025 (H.R. 2406) with amendments. This action moves the bill forward in the legislative process but does not make it law. The bill would amend existing laws to tighten restrictions on foreign investment in US critical infrastructure, particularly in sectors like telecommunications, energy, and transportation.

Why it matters: This is a significant step in the ongoing effort to secure the US supply chain and critical infrastructure against foreign influence. While the vote itself is a procedural milestone, the bill’s content targets real vulnerabilities in how foreign capital interacts with sensitive US industries. It is not just administrative; it would change the legal landscape for cross-border investments in high-tech and infrastructure sectors.

Who it affects

• Foreign investors seeking to acquire stakes in US telecommunications, energy, or transportation companies.

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The source is Congress.gov, the official legislative database for the US Congress, and readers should check the full text of H.R. 2406 to understand the specific amendments before relying on this summary.

Agency: House
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document