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H.R. 8202119th CongressIn markupLatest action Apr 22, 2026Decoded by AI · checked against the record
Official title: To amend the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 to provide for a ten-year statute of limitations for export control violations.
Introduced:
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HR 8202 would give the government exactly 10 years to file civil or criminal export control violation cases.
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The bill amends the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 to set a 10-year statute of limitations for both civil penalties and criminal charges related to export control violations. It clarifies that a civil case officially begins when the government sends a formal "charging letter."
It affects businesses and individuals involved in international trade, including those handling defense-related products, dual-use goods, and controlled technology. It also affects the Commerce Department and other federal agencies that enforce export control laws.
The change limits how far back regulators can look when pursuing violations, creating a firm cutoff for enforcement action. Supporters say this adds predictability for businesses, while others may worry it restricts the government's ability to pursue older cases.
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Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 0.