H.R.7146

PORCUPINE Act Providing Our Regional Companions Upgraded Protection in Nefarious Environments Act

Introduced·1/16/26

Amends the Arms Export Control Act to expedite licensing for allies transferring military equipment to Taiwan.

The bill amends the Arms Export Control Act to include Taiwan among the countries with shorter certification and reporting periods for defense articles and services. It mandates the Secretary of State to assess the feasibility of an expedited decision-making process for third-party transfers from NATO member countries, Japan, Australia, South Korea, New Zealand, or Israel to Taiwan.

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Foreign Affairs Committee
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Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 16

House

Introduced in House

Jan 16

House

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.