What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7688 do?

This bill is formally titled the DPA Modernization Act of 2026.

What does PRIORITIES AND ALLOCATIONS. of HR 7688 do?

This section amends Title I of the Defense Production Act of 1950. Changes are made to section 101 regarding presidential powers, including specifying conditions for their use to address national emergencies, natural disasters, or public health emergencies. The powers described in section 101 may not be used to control the general distribution of materials in the civilian market for more than one year, with potential extensions of up to 180 days requiring Congressional reporting. Section 102 is amended to replace references to sections 101 and 704 with references to sections 101 and 304. The monetary limit in section 103 is increased from $10,000 to $100,000. Sections 107 and 108 are redesignated as sections 204 and 207 respectively, and moved to appear after sections 303 and 305. The section allows for the waiver or revision of regulations to expedite the procurement of critical technologies or minerals.

What does EXPANSION OF PRODUCTIVE CAPACITY AND SUPPLY. of HR 7688 do?

This section amends the Defense Production Act of 1950. Title III of the Act is redesignated as Title II. Sections 301, 302, 303, 304, and 305 are redesignated as sections 201, 202, 203, 205, and 206, respectively. Section 201's heading is changed to 'loan guarantees', and its subsections are modified to involve the Fund manager of the Defense Production Act Fund and the Defense Production Act Committee. The maximum amount for shortfalls under section 201(d) is increased to $100,000,000. Section 203's heading is changed to 'purchases, commitments to purchase, and subsidy payments'. The Act adds sections 208, 209, and 210. Section 208 prohibits denying financial support based on energy source. Section 209 limits eligibility for assistance based on ownership by 'covered entities' and 'covered individuals'.

What does GENERAL PROVISIONS. of HR 7688 do?

This section amends the Defense Production Act of 1950 by redesignating titles and sections within the Act. Section 301 is amended to include 'and consistent with national defense requirements' after 'practicable'. Section 302 is amended to update references to titles and add 'public health emergency preparedness and response activities' to paragraph (14). Section 303 establishes an ‘Outreach Representative’ during a public health emergency to facilitate communication between the government and manufacturers of medical supplies. Section 305 increases the maximum amount of assistance that may be provided under the section from $10,000 to $100,000. Section 306 adds a provision allowing civil actions challenging actions taken under the Act to be brought only in the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. Section 309 amends provisions related to administrative procedures. Section 310 modifies subsections and clarifies roles and responsibilities. The bill establishes a Defense Production Act Committee and subcommittees to analyze emerging technologies and combat fraud in transactions.

What does PROHIBITION AND NOTIFICATION ON INVESTMENTS RELATING TO COVERED of HR 7688 do?

This section amends the Defense Production Act of 1950. The amendments involve redesignating titles and sections within the Act. Specific references to former section numbers (e.g., 709, 801) are replaced with corresponding new section numbers (e.g., 309, 401). Changes are made to subsections (a), (b), (c), and (e) of various sections, including 401, 402, 403, 407, 408, and 409.

What does GAO STUDY ON STOCKPILING AND LONG-LEAD ITEMS. of HR 7688 do?

This section mandates a study by the Comptroller General of the United States regarding the effectiveness of current methods used by Defense Production Act (DPA) agencies to manage long-lead items and stockpiling challenges. The study must begin within one year of the Act's enactment. The Comptroller General is required to examine how DPA-related long-lead items are currently procured and stockpiled. The study will identify ways for Federal agencies to collaborate on procurement and stockpiling of DPA-related long-lead items. The Comptroller General must provide legislative recommendations, including potential amendments to the DPA, to address the procurement and stockpiling of these items.

What does CONFORMING AMENDMENTS. of HR 7688 do?

This section makes conforming amendments to several existing Acts of Congress. Amendments involve striking specific sections or subsections and inserting alternative references. The ADVANCE Act of 2024, American Homeownership and Economic Opportunity Act of 2000, Energy Policy and Conservation Act, Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020, John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1988 and 1989, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022, Title 10, United States Code, and the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 are all subject to these changes. Section 1792 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 is repealed. One amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 redesignates a subsection.

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To modernize and reauthorize the Defense Production Act of 1950, and for other purposes. — HR. 7688

Q: What does Preamble of HR 7688 do?

This bill is formally titled 'To modernize and reauthorize the Defense Production Act of 1950, and for other purposes.'

DPA Modernization Act of 2026

Last updated: 3/4/2026 · Introduced: 2/25/2026

Author: Warren Davidson (R-OH)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill modernizes and reauthorizes the Defense Production Act of 1950, adjusting presidential powers related to national emergencies and limiting civilian market control to one year with potential extensions.
It increases the monetary limit for certain assistance from $10,000 to $100,000 and from $100,000 to $100,000,000.
The bill expands financial support for domestic production by establishing loan guarantees and prohibiting denial of assistance based on energy source, while limiting eligibility for certain entities.
During public health emergencies, the bill establishes an Outreach Representative to improve communication between the government and medical supply manufacturers.
The bill mandates a study by the Comptroller General to assess the effectiveness of stockpiling and procurement of long-lead items and recommends potential improvements to the Defense Production Act.

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