H.R. 8284 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Bureau of Industry and Security License Administration Enhancement Act
H.R. 8284 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Apr 15, 2026, sponsored by Michael T. McCaul with 2 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Apr 15, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 2
- Policy area
- Foreign Trade and International Finance
What it does
Bureau of Industry and Security License Administration Enhancement Act This bill revises certain processes used by the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) to review applications for export licenses. Specifically, the bill requires BIS to administer any export control license or other authorization considered pursuant to an is informed letter or similar guidance or communication sent to a U.S.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Michael T. McCaul (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 15, 2026
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 1. (Apr 22, 2026)
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