Military Retail Security: Restrictions on Foreign-Controlled Businesses
New rules aim to boost national security by limiting the operations of certain foreign-controlled companies on military bases. This means retail stores and services on military installations will face new ownership requirements, potentially affecting the availability of some products or services for service members and their families.
Key points
Prohibits new agreements with businesses controlled by certain foreign nations on military installations.
Existing contracts with such businesses will be reviewed and may be terminated unless deemed safe for national security.
The Secretary of Defense can waive the prohibition if services are vital for troops and no alternatives exist, with security risks mitigated.
Businesses must disclose foreign ties, and their operations will be assessed for national security impact.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1456
Sponsor: Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC]
Process start date: 2025-04-10