Rep. Baird Introduces Bill to Tighten Export Controls on Technology Sent to China
The House Committee on Foreign Affairs voted to move this bill forward on April 21, 2026. It is now waiting for further action by the House of Representatives. The bill is actively moving through the early stages of the legislative process.
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.
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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.”
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The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Introduced in House
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A group of House lawmakers introduced the Interagency Coordination in Export Controls Act of 2026 to streamline how the U.S. restricts sensitive technology exports. The bill empowers the Departments of State, Defense, and Energy to propose rules to the Export Administration Review Board.
The Interagency Coordination in Export Controls Act of 2026, introduced by Rep. Jim Baird, aims to reform the Export Control Reform Act of 2018. It requires a review of China's military-civil fusion strategy and establishes a 30-to-60 day fast-track voting process for new export rules.
Rep. Jim Baird (R-Ind.) introduced the Interagency Coordination in Export Controls Act of 2026, which would grant the State, Defense, and Energy departments greater authority to propose export restrictions. The bill specifically targets China's military-civil fusion strategy.
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Interagency Coordination in Export Controls Act of 2026
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