Block the Use of Transatlantic Technology in Iranian Made Drones Act

Bill Number: H.R. 2505
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: International Affairs
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2026-06-09: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Last Updated: 2026-06-13T05:38:41Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose This legislation aims to prevent the export to Iran of specific technologies used in unmanned aircraft systems (drones) by requiring federal agencies to develop targeted strategies and options for restricting such exports, particularly dual-use microelectronics and related equipment.

Key Provisions

Findings: Notes Iran's provision of drones to groups like Hamas, Hezbollah, and Russia, along with prior U.S. sanctions, a 2022 interagency task force, and a 2023 joint advisory on Iranian drone threats.
Sense of Congress: Emphasizes challenges in controlling dual-use technology, Iran's role in conflicts, and the need for the U.S. and allies to block technology from supporting aggression.
Department of Commerce Strategy: Requires a plan (due within 60 days) to identify current and emerging drone-related technologies (e.g., microcontrollers, voltage regulators, GPS modules, microprocessors), U.S. and foreign manufacturers, and third-party distributors circumventing controls; includes engagement with U.S. manufacturers.
Department of State Strategy: Requires a plan (due within 90 days) to identify foreign manufacturers and coordinate with allies and partners to align export controls with U.S. measures.
Department of Defense Options: Mandates development of military options (within 30 days) to counter Iran's acquisition of listed technologies, including computer-aided design software and computer numerical control machines, followed by a briefing to Congress (within 45 days).
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Significant Changes to Existing Law The Act introduces new mandatory reporting and strategy requirements for the Departments of Commerce, State, and Defense, building on but not directly amending prior sanctions or export control frameworks. It expands focus to proactive identification of supply chains and allied coordination without creating new statutory prohibitions.

Potential Impacts

Government Agencies: Increases workload for Commerce, State, Defense, and the Director of National Intelligence through new strategy development, identification processes, and congressional briefings.
Citizens and Businesses: U.S. manufacturers of listed technologies may face enhanced monitoring and updates on prohibited distributors.
International Relations: Encourages synchronization of export controls with allies and partners, potentially affecting global supply chains for dual-use items.

Main Stakeholders Affected

U.S. manufacturers and exporters of microelectronics and related equipment.
Foreign manufacturers, distributors, and resellers involved in technology supply chains.
Allies and partner countries coordinating on export controls.
Congressional committees on foreign affairs, armed services, intelligence, and banking.
The Iranian regime and its drone program (as the target of restrictions).

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications The bill relies on existing executive authority for export controls and sanctions but adds congressional oversight through required submissions and briefings. It addresses dual-use technology proliferation without new constitutional questions, focusing on interagency coordination and international engagement.

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Sponsor

Rep. Keating, William R. [D-MA-9]

Cosponsors (7)

Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2], Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17], Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24], Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1], Rep. Nunn, Zachary [R-IA-3], Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32], Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]

Recent Actions

2026-06-09: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
2026-06-08: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2026-06-08: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3943-3944)
2026-06-08: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3943-3944)
2026-06-08: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2505.
2026-06-08: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3943-3945)
2026-06-08: Mr. Mast moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
2025-07-22: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 50 - 0.
2025-07-22: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
2025-03-31: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2025-03-31: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2025-03-31: Introduced in House
2025-03-31: Introduced in House

Bill Versions

Block the Use of Transatlantic Technology in Iranian Made Drones Act — issued 2026-06-08 — PDF (12 pages)
Block the Use of Transatlantic Technology in Iranian Made Drones Act — issued 2025-03-31 — PDF (10 pages)
Block the Use of Transatlantic Technology in Iranian Made Drones Act — issued 2026-06-09 — PDF (10 pages)