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DHS Prohibits Procurement of Foreign Adversarial Batteries

New legislation prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from purchasing batteries from specific foreign companies starting October 1, 2027. This aims to enhance national security and reduce reliance on potentially risky suppliers. Citizens may experience indirect effects through changes in equipment used by security agencies.
Key points
Starting in 2027, the Department of Homeland Security cannot buy batteries from certain foreign companies, including Chinese manufacturers.
The ban aims to protect U.S. national security and infrastructure from potential threats.
Waivers are possible for lack of alternatives or for research purposes, requiring approval from the Secretary of Homeland Security.
The Department of Homeland Security must report on the impact of these changes on its operations and costs, which could affect the efficiency of security services.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_450
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2025-02-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Decoupling from Foreign Adversarial Battery Dependence Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_450.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Starting in 2027, the Department of Homeland Security cannot buy batteries from certain foreign companies, including Chinese manufacturers.
  • The ban aims to protect U.S. national security and infrastructure from potential threats.
  • Waivers are possible for lack of alternatives or for research purposes, requiring approval from the Secretary of Homeland Security.
  • The Department of Homeland Security must report on the impact of these changes on its operations and costs, which could affect the efficiency of security services.
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 Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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.

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