H.R. 8289 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
BIS Licensing Efficiency Act of 2026
H.R. 8289 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Apr 15, 2026, sponsored by Gregory W. Meeks with 3 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
- 3
- Policy area
- Foreign Trade and International Finance
What it does
BIS Licensing Efficiency Act of 2026 This bill establishes a timeline for the Department of Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) to make decisions on applications for export licenses and establishes certain reporting requirements.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 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 by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0. (Apr 22, 2026)
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