What does Preamble of DISRUPT Act do?

This bill requires the executive branch to develop a whole-of-government strategy. The strategy aims to disrupt cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The bill intends to mitigate risks posed to the United States by these countries, identified as foremost adversaries.

What does SHORT TITLE. of DISRUPT Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Defending International Security by Restricting Unacceptable Partnerships and Tactics Act

What does FINDINGS. of DISRUPT Act do?

This section outlines findings regarding increased cooperation between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The text identifies several bilateral agreements between these countries, including treaties and joint statements. Examples of cooperation include the transfer of weapons, dual-use technologies, and joint military activities. The cooperation is described as posing a significant threat to United States interests and national security. The section highlights how this alignment allows each adversary to modernize their military and share critical technologies. It also notes that this cooperation challenges U.S. strategies of isolation and containment and threatens the effectiveness of U.S. economic tools. The text indicates that this cooperation extends to multilateral institutions like the United Nations and groupings like BRICS.

What does STATEMENT OF POLICY. of DISRUPT Act do?

This section states the policy of the United States The policy aims to disrupt cooperation between certain countries It also aims to constrain the expansion of these countries' capabilities

What does TASK FORCES AND REPORTS. of DISRUPT Act do?

This section establishes requirements for task forces within the Departments of State, Defense, Treasury, and Commerce focused on adversary alignment. Each department must establish a task force and designate a point of contact, composed of subject matter experts, representatives from core functions, and a mix of analysts and management. These task forces must submit reports evaluating the impact of adversary alignment on their operations and recommending organizational changes. The heads of these task forces are required to meet quarterly to discuss findings and next steps. The Director of National Intelligence must submit a report on bilateral and multilateral cooperation among adversaries (China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea) and the associated risks. This report must include an assessment of the trajectory of cooperation over the next five years, potential risks to U.S. operations, and vulnerabilities within adversary relationships. The Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense must submit a report outlining a strategic approach to disrupt adversary alignment, including diplomatic engagement, intelligence diplomacy, and security cooperation. This strategic approach includes a plan to bolster deterrence in the Indo-Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East, and to update war-planning tools within the Department of Defense.

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DISRUPT Act

Last updated: 11/4/2025 · Introduced: 11/4/2025

Author: Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill requires the executive branch to develop a whole-of-government strategy to disrupt cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.
The bill establishes task forces within various government departments to evaluate the impact of adversary alignment and recommend organizational changes.
The bill mandates reports from the Director of National Intelligence and the Secretaries of State and Defense to assess the trajectory of cooperation among adversaries and outline a strategic approach to disrupt their alignment.

119th Congressin committeeS. 2296(Passed Senate)Official page

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