The Chinese Electronics Defense Act of 2023 prohibits the Department of Defense from purchasing computers and printers from manufacturers owned, controlled, or affiliated with the Chinese government. The law applies to all new Defense Department contracts and contract renewals entered into after the bill's enactment, requiring the Secretary of Defense to work with intelligence and FBI officials to identify which companies qualify as "covered Chinese entities." The definition of manufacturer is broad and includes not just direct makers of the equipment but also parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, and any entities that subcontract or direct the production. This legislation aims to prevent potential security vulnerabilities by ensuring the Defense Department sources its computing equipment from entities without Chinese government connections. The bill does not specify particular funding amounts or implementation deadlines beyond applying to contracts executed after enactment.