The Economic Espionage Prevention Act is designed to combat economic and industrial espionage, particularly from foreign adversaries like the People's Republic of China. Its primary goals are to safeguard U.S. trade secrets and proprietary information, bolster national security, and prevent foreign entities from aiding adversarial military efforts. The Act includes significant provisions such as the imposition of sanctions against foreign individuals or entities involved in espionage, military support, or violations of U.S. export control laws.