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Block the Use of Transatlantic Technology in Iranian Made Drones Act

6/13/2026, 5:38 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2505

Bill 119 hr 2505, also known as the Preventing Export of Unmanned Aircraft Systems to Iran Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to address the potential threat posed by the export of certain technologies related to unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to Iran. The bill requires the development of strategies and options to prevent the export of these technologies to Iran, in order to protect national security interests.

The bill specifically targets the export of UAS technologies to Iran, as these technologies could potentially be used for malicious purposes, such as surveillance or attacks on US interests. By requiring the development of strategies and options to prevent such exports, the bill seeks to mitigate the risk of these technologies falling into the wrong hands.

In addition to preventing the export of UAS technologies to Iran, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to national security. These provisions are aimed at strengthening US efforts to protect against potential threats posed by the proliferation of advanced technologies to hostile actors. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2505 is a proactive measure designed to safeguard national security interests by preventing the export of certain technologies related to unmanned aircraft systems to Iran. The bill underscores the importance of addressing potential threats posed by the proliferation of advanced technologies, and seeks to enhance US efforts to protect against such threats.

Congressional Summary of HR 2505

Block the Use of Transatlantic Technology in Iranian Made Drones Act

This bill requires the Departments of Commerce, State, and Defense to develop plans to prevent Iran from acquiring certain technologies related to unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), also known as drones.

Specifically, the bill requires Commerce to develop a strategy to prevent the illegal export to Iran of certain technologies (including microcontrollers, voltage regulators, and microprocessors) that can be used in the development and operation of UAS.

The State Department must develop a strategy to prevent the export of these technologies to Iran from the United States and allied and partner countries.

Finally, the Department of Defense must develop a range of options that may be employed by the U.S. Armed Forces to counter or deny the ability of Iran to acquire these technologies and other technologies useful for UAS, such as computer-aided design (CAD) software and computer numerical control (CNC) machines.

Current Status of Bill HR 2505

Bill HR 2505 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since June 9, 2026. Bill HR 2505 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 31, 2025.  Bill HR 2505's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of June 9, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2505

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
11
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2505

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Aviation and airports
- Computers and information technology
- Congressional oversight
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Iran
- Manufacturing
- Middle East
- Research and development
- Retail and wholesale trades
- Sanctions
- Trade restrictions

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2505

To require the development of strategies and options to prevent the export to Iran of certain technologies related to unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes.
To require the development of strategies and options to prevent the export to Iran of certain technologies related to unmanned aircraft systems, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Aniyah Sutton

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2 days ago

I think this bill is good idea. It will help keep us safe. But what does it mean for our relationship with other countries?

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