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119th Congress
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SENATES. 5379· 119th Congress

BIS STRENGTH Act

Sponsor
Jon Husted (R-OH)
Introduced
Aug 7, 2026
Last Action
Aug 7, 2026
Passage
12%
Introduced
Aug 7, 2026
2
Committee
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Detailed summary pending: bill introduced in Senate but CRS summary not yet published.
  • Title suggests focus on Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) operations or authority.
  • Referred to Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee for review.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • BIS oversees export controls, foreign investment screening, and industrial base issues — affects tech companies, manufacturers, and national security policy.
  • Single cosponsor indicates limited immediate support; broader impact unclear until committee publishes analysis.
  • Impacts depend on whether bill strengthens, reforms, or expands BIS powers.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Bill is at committee stage after introduction Aug. 7, 2026. Next step: Banking Committee review and potential hearing.
  • Track progress at Congress.gov using bill number to see committee votes and amendments.
  • Contact your senator if you work in trade, manufacturing, or national security sectors.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Aug 7, 2026Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
  • Aug 7, 2026Introduced in Senate