Export Controls Enforcement Act

Hozzl · 2026-04-24T08:06:58Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4505 Export Controls Enforcement Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Foreign Trade and International Finance. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/24/2026, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4505

The bill "To strengthen enforcement of United States export controls by increasing the number of export control officers of the Bureau of Industry and Security of the Department of Commerce who are stationed in foreign regions" was introduced in the 119th Congress on July 17, 2025.

Congressional Summary of HR 4505

Export Controls Enforcement Act

This bill provides statutory authority for the Export Control Officer Program. Under the program, export control officers assist in monitoring the compliance of transactions subject to the Export Administration Regulations outside the United States to prevent and detect illicit diversion to unauthorized end uses, end users, or destinations.

Specifically, the bill directs the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) to establish the program for five years and station at least 20 export control officers at U.S. diplomatic or consular posts. The bill also outlines the duties of export control officers.

Additionally, BIS must appoint a director to lead the program.

Current Status of Bill HR 4505

Bill HR 4505 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 17, 2025. Bill HR 4505 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on July 17, 2025. Bill HR 4505's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 41 - 3. as of April 22, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4505

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4505

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Foreign Trade and International Finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4505

To strengthen enforcement of United States export controls by increasing the number of export control officers of the Bureau of Industry and Security of the Department of Commerce who are stationed in foreign regions.