Bills · HR 7146
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7146International Affairs
PORCUPINE Act
INTRO JAN 16· LAST ACTION JAN 16
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STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it could significantly change how quickly Taiwan receives military support from the U.S. and its allies. By shortening congressional review periods for U.S. arms sales, it speeds up the process of providing Taiwan with weapons, which supporters believe is crucial for its self-defense in the face of potential threats. The proposed study on expedited licensing for allied transfers could further enhance Taiwan's access to vital equipment by cutting down on bureaucracy for other friendly nations.
If this bill becomes law, Taiwan could be better equipped more rapidly, potentially strengthening its ability to deter aggression and enhancing regional stability. If it doesn't pass, the current, longer review and licensing processes would remain in place, which some argue might slow down critical defense support for Taiwan. The bill also has a seven-year limit, meaning its effects are not permanent.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Adds Taiwan to the list of countries (like NATO members and key allies) that are subject to shorter congressional review periods for major U.S. arms sales.
This significantly speeds up the process for the U.S. to provide military equipment to Taiwan.
PROVISION 02
Directs the Secretary of State to assess the feasibility of creating a faster decision-making process for U.S. allies (like NATO, Japan, Australia) to transfer their military equipment, including U.S.-origin items, to Taiwan.
This could streamline the transfer of military aid from other friendly nations to Taiwan, beyond direct U.S. sales.
PROVISION 03
Requires the Secretary of State to submit a report every two years on how well these new amendments regarding Taiwan's inclusion are working.
This ensures ongoing oversight and evaluation of the impact of the faster arms transfer processes.
PROVISION 04
Specifies that nothing in the bill changes the existing U.S. policy toward Taiwan as outlined in the Taiwan Relations Act.
This clarifies that the bill's focus is on expediting defense support, not altering the fundamental U.S. diplomatic stance.
PROVISION 05
The Act will expire seven years after it becomes law.
This means the changes are not permanent and will require future legislative action to continue.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 40
R· Virginia
YRS IN OFFICE
18
BILLS LED
23
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 90%
DEM 18 REP 22 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 16
Introduced in House
JAN 16
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7146
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 16, 2026
Last actionJan 16, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 16, 2026
House BillHR 7146International Affairs
PORCUPINE Act
INTRODUCED JAN 16, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 16, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
40
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
