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House Bill 8649
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Expanding the Defense Industrial Base Sales Act
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 4, 2026
Overview
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The bill aims to amend the Arms Export Control Act to authorize the use of foreign military financing for direct commercial contracts. This allows eligible foreign countries or international organizations to procure defense articles, services, and design/construction services not sold by the US government. The Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, must approve and oversee such use, ensuring it aligns with US foreign policy and national security interests. Within 180 days of enactment, regulations must be prescribed regarding review procedures, financial standards, compliance with monitoring/export control requirements, and encouragement of nontraditional defense company participation. This authority is in addition to, not replacing, the existing foreign military sales program.

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Introduced
May 4, 2026
Latest Action
May 13, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
8649
Congress
119
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
Sponsorship by Party
Republican
Washington
House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
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Text (1)
Actions (4)
05/13/2026
Ordered to be Reported Unfavorably by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 23.
05/13/2026
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
05/04/2026
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
05/04/2026
Introduced in House
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H.R.8649 119 Expanding the Defense Industrial Base Sales Act
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May 14, 2026 8:08:37 AM