Markup on Various Measures

The House Foreign Affairs Committee Republicans held a markup session on April 22, 2026, focusing extensively on legislation related to export controls and national security technology. The committee considered and favorably reported multiple bills aimed at strengthening the enforcement and administration of U.S. export controls, including extending the statute of limitations for export control violations, improving dispute resolution processes, increasing export control officers abroad, enhancing licensing efficiency, and modernizing IT systems at the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS). Several bills addressed specific technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, synthetic biology, and telecommunications standards, with an emphasis on countering Chinese and other adversaries' access to sensitive U.S. technologies. The committee also discussed whistleblower incentives, penalties for violations, and diplomatic efforts to align export controls with allies. Votes on these measures were generally postponed for roll call, but motions to report the bills favorably to the House were agreed to by voice vote. The session included bipartisan support and debate on the balance between national security and industry competitiveness, as well as concerns about enforcement capacity and agency leadership at BIS.