BIS IT Modernization Act
This bill requires the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) to modernize its outdated information technology systems by 2030, focusing on streamlining export license reviews and enhancing national security monitoring. Key provisions include replacing legacy systems with a unified platform for case management, adopting advanced data analytics tools to track military-related trade patterns, and improving data sharing with industry and government partners. It directly affects BIS operations, industry stakeholders using export systems, and federal agencies collaborating on security enforcement. The bill authorizes $25 million annually (2026-2029) for this modernization, aiming to reduce manual processing, strengthen cybersecurity, and improve efficiency in reviewing entities on the Entity List.
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Introduction
Aug 2025
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Introduced Aug 8, 2025
Last action Apr 22, 2026
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Apr 22, 2026
Lower · Passed
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
lower
Aug 8, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
lower
Aug 8, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in House
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1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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