Interagency Coordination in Export Controls Act of 2026
Rep. Baird Introduces Bill to Tighten Export Controls on Technology Sent to China
This bill was recently introduced and is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and is considered active. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
While there is strong bipartisan interest in limiting technology exports to China, most bills introduced in the House never make it past the committee stage.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
U.S. companies that export technology products, especially small tech firms and manufacturers, could face tighter export restrictions and more demanding due diligence requirements when selling to Chinese customers. The review of China's military-civil fusion strategy could lead to broader bans that shrink the market available to American exporters, particularly in AI, semiconductors, quantum, robotics, and biotech sectors.
“Due diligence required by exporters to prevent the PRC's military from accessing United States technology.”
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Interagency Coordination in Export Controls Act of 2026
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