H.R.5853

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

Introduced·10/28/25

Increases civil penalties for violations of the Export Control Reform Act of 2018.

This bill amends the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 to increase the maximum civil penalties for violations. The maximum fine rises from $300,000 to $1,200,000, and the penalty based on the transaction value increases from twice to four times the value of the transaction. These changes apply to violations committed after the bill's enactment.

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History

Apr 22

House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Apr 22

House

Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0.

Oct 28, 2025

House

Introduced in House