Bills · HR 7924
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7924Armed Forces and National Security
Trucking Security and CCP Disclosure Act of 2026
INTRO MAR 12· LAST ACTION MAR 13
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it directly addresses national security concerns related to the integrity of the military's supply chain. In an era of increased geopolitical tensions, ensuring that companies transporting sensitive Department of Defense freight have no ties to foreign adversaries, particularly those identified as Chinese military companies, is seen as crucial for preventing espionage, sabotage, or disruption of critical military logistics.
If this bill becomes law, it means that the U.S. military's cargo will be moved by a verified network of trucking companies that have undergone more rigorous security checks. This could enhance the security of military operations and sensitive materials. If it doesn't become law, the existing system of vetting carriers for DoD freight would continue without these specific national security safeguards, potentially leaving vulnerabilities in the transportation of critical defense assets.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires all motor carriers, subcontractors, and owner-operators transporting Department of Defense (DoD) freight to certify they have no significant business relationships with, or are not owned/controlled by, identified Chinese military companies.
Ensures companies handling military cargo are free from specific foreign influence.
PROVISION 02
Establishes a "Secure Defense Freight Carrier Registry" within one year, listing motor carriers approved to transport DoD freight.
Creates a centralized system for identifying and vetting trusted carriers for military logistics.
PROVISION 03
Mandates enhanced national security vetting for carriers to be included in the registry, including screening for ties to Chinese military companies or other foreign adversaries, and verifying driver/personnel security.
Implements stricter security checks beyond existing standards for companies handling sensitive military shipments.
PROVISION 04
Prohibits motor carriers from bidding on or performing DoD freight transportation contracts unless they are included in the new registry, with exceptions for exigent circumstances.
Enforces the use of the new registry, making it a mandatory requirement for military contracts.
PROVISION 05
Imposes penalties, including suspension or debarment from DoD contracting and civil penalties, for knowingly providing false certifications.
Provides a strong deterrent against dishonesty and ensures compliance with security requirements.
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4 EVENTSMAR 13
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
MAR 12
Introduced in House
MAR 12
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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.
MAR 12
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, 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.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7924
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 12, 2026
Last actionMar 13, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 12, 2026
House BillHR 7924Armed Forces and National Security
Trucking Security and CCP Disclosure Act of 2026
INTRODUCED MAR 12, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 13, 2026
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