Strengthening Export Controls Compliance Act

This bill requires the Department of Commerce to create a biennial plan helping U.S. businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, comply with export control regulations. It mandates annual public conferences and outreach efforts to educate companies on licensing procedures and policy updates, with special focus on those lacking large compliance departments. The legislation also updates reporting requirements to include detailed statistics on advisory opinions and classification requests, including processing times and the number of publicly posted guidance documents. These changes aim to improve transparency and support for businesses navigating complex export rules while maintaining national security standards.