DPA Emerging Technology Act of 2026

This bill amends the Defense Production Act of 1950 to modify the requirements of the Defense Production Act Committee, mandating at least two meetings annually and authorizing the establishment of additional subcommittees for improved coordination. A central feature is the creation of a Subcommittee on Emerging Technology , tasked with analyzing the impact of "covered technology"—including fields like artificial intelligence , biotechnology, and semiconductors—on national defense, supply chain efficiencies, and innovation. This subcommittee will also define "covered technology" for its purposes. Furthermore, within 18 months, the Subcommittee on Emerging Technology must submit a report to Congress evaluating the potential benefits, drawbacks, and resources required for establishing a strategic reserve of critical biomanufacturing inputs essential for national defense.