Interagency Coordination in Export Controls Act of 2026

This legislation aims to enhance interagency coordination in U.S. export control policy and address national security concerns related to foreign military-civil fusion strategies. It amends the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 to permit the Secretaries of State, Defense, or Energy to submit proposals for new or amended rules under the Export Administration Regulations to the Export Administration Review Board (EARB). The EARB is then required to vote on these proposals within 30 days, with a simple majority needed for acceptance, though a 30-day extension is possible under specific conditions. A significant provision of the bill requires the Secretary of State to conduct a comprehensive review of the People's Republic of China's military-civil fusion strategy within 30 days of enactment. This review will assess its implications for U.S. export control policy and national security, covering topics such as the exploitation of U.S. technology, the nature of PRC entities, and the reliability of end-use checks. Based on this evaluation, the Secretary must consider proposing changes to U.S. export control policy, which could include additions to the Military End-User List or new regulations. Finally, the Secretary is mandated to submit a report to Congress within 150 days, detailing the review findings, any proposed rules, approved policy changes, and recommended legal amendments.