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Fourfold Increase in Fines for Violating Export Control Laws.

This bill significantly increases the civil financial penalties for illegally exporting controlled goods and technologies, aiming to strengthen national security. The maximum fixed fine rises from $300,000 to $1,200,000. Additionally, transaction-based penalties increase from twice to four times the value of the transaction.
Key points
The maximum fixed civil penalty for export violations increases fourfold, from $300,000 to $1,200,000.
Penalties based on the value of the illegal transaction increase from two times to four times the transaction value.
These stricter penalties apply to all violations committed on or after the date the law is enacted.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5853
Sponsor: Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3]
Process start date: 2025-10-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 to increase the civil penalties that may be imposed under such Act.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5853.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-10-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The maximum fixed civil penalty for export violations increases fourfold, from $300,000 to $1,200,000.
  • Penalties based on the value of the illegal transaction increase from two times to four times the transaction value.
  • These stricter penalties apply to all violations committed on or after the date the law is enacted.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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 Courts and Law Economy