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119th Congress · House bill · Last action Apr 22, 2026
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H.R. 5853Out of CommitteeForeign Trade and International Finance

To amend the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 to increase the civil penalties that may be imposed under such Act.

Sponsor: Rep. Self, Keith (R-TX)2 cosponsorsIntroduced Oct 28, 2025
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Activity timeline

Apr 22
Apr 22
Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0.
Apr 22
Apr 22
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Oct 28
Oct 28, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Oct 28
Oct 28, 2025
Introduced in House
Oct 28
Oct 28, 2025
Introduced in House
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All 5 recorded actions since introduction · Source: Congress.gov
2026
Apr 22
HOUSEOrdered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0.
Apr 22
HOUSECommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
2025
Oct 28
HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Oct 28
Introduced in House
Oct 28
Introduced in House

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In the news

Strengthening Export Controls: A Critical National Security Priority for Congress - American Enterprise Institute - AEI
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