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HR 1316 · Signed into Law · 08-19-25

Maintaining American Superiority by Improving Export Control Transparency Act

Rep. Jackson, Ronny (R-TX) · 2 cosponsors · 2 pages

What does the HR 1316 do?

HR 1316 is a House bill sponsored by Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX). Requires the Secretary, under the Export Control Reform Act, to report to Congress every year on export-license decisions and end-use checks for exports to certain foreign entities — those located in Country Group D:5 countries and listed on Supplement No. 4 or No. 7 to part 744 of the Export Administration Regulations.

Did HR 1316 pass? Where it stands

As of July 17, 2026, HR 1316 has been signed into law on August 19, 2025.

Status: Signed into Law

Latest vote: Senate Passed by unanimous consent on July 22, 2025

Outlook: Enacted

Enacted: Signed into law on August 19, 2025

Key provisions

  • Annual Export-License Reporting
    • The Secretary must report to Congress within one year, then at least annually
    • Covers license applications, authorizations, and end-use checks for covered entities
    • Each entry lists the applicant, item, end-user, location, value, and decision
  • Covered Entities Defined
    • Applies to entities located in Country Group D:5 countries
    • And listed on Supplement No. 4 or No. 7 to part 744 of the Export Administration Regulations
  • Confidentiality
    • Report details exempt from public disclosure except aggregate statistics
    • Information that could jeopardize an investigation must be excluded

Last updated June 19, 2026

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