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To amend the Arms Export Control Act to modify a limitation relating to export and transfers of defense articles and services under the AUKUS partnership, and for other purposes.
This bill proposes to change a part of the Arms Export Control Act, which regulates how defense items and services are exported. Specifically, it aims to adjust the rules for exporting defense goods and services under the AUKUS partnership, which includes the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. The changes are intended to facilitate smoother and more efficient defense cooperation among these countries.
The bill would affect the U.S. government agencies involved in regulating defense exports, the defense industry, and potentially the governments of the United Kingdom and Australia. By modifying the export rules, it could make it easier and faster for these countries to share defense technologies and services.
HB9517 was introduced in the House on June 29, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. It is currently at the first stage of the legislative process, which involves committee review and potential amendments before a vote can take place.
