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BillHR 6993 · 119

BEACON Act of 2026

Introduced
Jan 9, 2026
Cosponsors
13
Traction
0
Last Action
May 14, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a new system to improve the security and integrity of the US defense supply chain, requiring stricter oversight of suppliers. Requires the Department of Defense to implement new measures to prevent counterfeit parts from entering the supply chain.

Sponsored By

Jack Bergman
Republican · Michigan · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jan 9, 2026
  3. May 14, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the US Department of Defense and its suppliers, requiring them to implement new security measures and oversight procedures. It also impacts companies that produce and sell parts to the US military, as they will need to comply with the new regulations to continue doing business with the Department of Defense.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
14backers
  • Democratic6
  • Republican8
Cross-party cosponsors6 · 46%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (13)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedJan 9, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 14, 2026
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 13 - 10.
Subjects
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.