Michigan lawmakers have introduced legislation that would ban Chinese-badged vehicles from entering the United States, including those on temporary visits from neighboring countries.

The proposed bill would extend beyond permanent imports to include day trips and short-term visits by vehicles manufactured by Chinese automakers crossing from Canada or Mexico. The legislation represents an expansion of existing concerns about Chinese automotive technology and potential security risks.

The measure comes amid broader tensions between the United States and China over trade and technology issues, particularly in the automotive sector. U.S. officials have expressed concerns about data collection and potential security vulnerabilities in Chinese-manufactured vehicles.

If enacted, the ban would affect vehicles bearing Chinese brand badges regardless of where they were assembled or the duration of their stay in the United States. This would mark a significant departure from current border policies that generally allow temporary entry of foreign-registered vehicles.

The legislation faces an uncertain path through the legislative process and would likely require federal coordination given its implications for international border crossings and trade agreements with Canada and Mexico.