OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
DPA Modernization Act of 2026
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7688.
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 2026-02-25.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Limits the President's power to control civilian markets to one year during declared emergencies.
- Increases fines for rule violations from $10,000 to $100,000.
- Establishes a Critical Minerals Resilience Initiative to reduce reliance on foreign adversaries.
- Bans financial assistance to companies owned by high-ranking officials or their immediate families.
- Allocates funds for recruiting and training workers in defense-critical job sectors.
- Creates a new online "one-stop shop" to help small businesses access government contracts.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Davidson, Warren [R-OH-8].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 41 - 0.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-04.
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.