What does Preamble of Export Controls Enforcement Act do?

This bill aims to strengthen the enforcement of United States export controls. It proposes to increase the number of export control officers within the Bureau of Industry and Security of the Department of Commerce. These officers would be stationed in foreign regions.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Export Controls Enforcement Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Export Controls Enforcement Act.

What does FINDINGS AND SENSE OF CONGRESS. of Export Controls Enforcement Act do?

This section outlines findings regarding the Bureau of Industry and Security's (BIS) end-use checks for exported controlled items. BIS export control officers verify compliance with U.S. regulations and prevent diversion of controlled items to unauthorized users. The Bureau processed over 45,000 license applications valued at over $500 billion in 2024 and conducted over 1,400 end-use checks in 60 countries. As of 2025, the Bureau has a limited number of export control officers (11) stationed in foreign regions, often covering multiple countries. Congress expresses the sense that end-use checks are critical for risk assessment and ensuring compliance. Congress believes the U.S. needs more export control officers in foreign regions to prevent illegal diversion and enforce export controls.

What does EXPORT CONTROL OFFICER PROGRAM. of Export Controls Enforcement Act do?

This section establishes an Export Control Officer Program (ECOP) within the Department of Commerce. The ECOP will station at least 20 export control officers at U.S. diplomatic or consular posts for a five-year period. The Secretary of Commerce will appoint a Director to lead the Program and coordinate with the Secretary of State regarding officer placement. Export control officers will conduct end-use checks, advise diplomatic posts, perform industry outreach, and liaise with foreign governments. Officers will share information with the Bureau regarding enforcement challenges and identify targets for end-use checks.

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Export Controls Enforcement Act

Last updated: 4/22/2026 · Introduced: 7/17/2025

Author: Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill establishes an Export Control Officer Program to station at least 20 officers at U.S. diplomatic posts for five years, enhancing enforcement of export controls.
It directs the Department of Commerce to increase the number of export control officers, including placing them in foreign regions to conduct end-use checks and liaise with foreign governments.
The bill mandates coordination between the Secretary of Commerce and the Secretary of State regarding the placement of export control officers.

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