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New rules for US government contractors on national security

This act introduces new rules for companies providing services to the US government in national security and foreign policy. It aims to prevent situations where these companies have business ties with countries or entities considered threats to the US. This ensures government contracts are executed without conflicts of interest, enhancing national security for citizens.
Key points
Companies bidding on national security government contracts must disclose their ties to foreign entities, especially those considered threats.
Failure to disclose such ties can lead to contract denial or other penalties for the company.
The goal is to protect US national and economic security by eliminating conflicts of interest in government contracts.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4516
Sponsor: Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
Process start date: 2022-07-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Combating Obstructive National Security Underreporting of Legitimate Threats (CONSULT) Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4516.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Companies bidding on national security government contracts must disclose their ties to foreign entities, especially those considered threats.
  • Failure to disclose such ties can lead to contract denial or other penalties for the company.
  • The goal is to protect US national and economic security by eliminating conflicts of interest in government contracts.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 575.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Security Economy