Blocking Bad Batteries Act

The Blocking Bad Batteries Act prohibits the U.S. Department of State from using federal funds to purchase batteries made by seven specific Chinese battery manufacturers, effective October 1, 2027. These companies include CATL, BYD, Envision Energy, EVE Energy, Gotion High Tech, and Hithium Energy, plus any successors. The law defines a battery as "produced" by a banned entity if that entity assembles the final product or provides most components. A waiver is possible if the Secretary of State provides Congress a written justification claiming the waiver serves U.S. national interests.