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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS

Senate BillS 1456Armed Forces and National Security

Military Installation Retail Security Act of 2025

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill addresses concerns about potential national security risks from foreign-controlled companies operating on sensitive U.S. military installations. Voters might care about ensuring the security of military bases and protecting service members and their families from potential espionage, data vulnerabilities, or supply chain issues.

If this bill becomes law, it will lead to increased scrutiny over which businesses operate on military bases, potentially resulting in the removal of some current retailers. While this could temporarily impact convenience for military families, the overall aim is to enhance security. If the bill doesn't pass, existing and future agreements with foreign-controlled retailers could continue without these specific national security checks.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Prohibits the Department of Defense from entering into new long-term contracts with retailers controlled by "covered nations" to operate on military installations.

This prevents future national security risks from certain foreign entities gaining a foothold on military property.

PROVISION 02

Requires the Department of Defense to review existing long-term contracts with retailers on military installations and terminate those found to be controlled by "covered nations."

This addresses current potential security vulnerabilities by removing existing foreign-controlled operations from bases.

PROVISION 03

Allows the Secretary of Defense to waive the prohibition or termination if the retailer provides vital services with no reasonable alternatives and security risks are mitigated.

This provides flexibility to ensure military families still have access to essential goods and services, even if a foreign-controlled vendor is the only option, while still managing risks.

PROVISION 04

Mandates that the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) investigate foreign-controlled retailers and determine if their operation on military installations poses a national security threat.

This leverages an expert body to assess complex foreign ownership structures and national security implications.

PROVISION 05

Defines "controlled by a covered nation" to include ownership of 20% or more equity, organization under a covered nation's laws, or being subject to a covered nation's direction.

This provides clear criteria for identifying which retailers are subject to the new restrictions, ensuring consistent application.

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BILL INFO

TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 1456

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedApr 10, 2025

Last actionApr 10, 2025

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 10, 2025

Senate BillS 1456Armed Forces and National Security

Military Installation Retail Security Act of 2025

INTRODUCED APR 10, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 10, 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed Senate
Passed House
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Prohibits the Department of Defense from entering into new long-term contracts with retailers controlled by "covered nations" to operate on military installations.

This prevents future national security risks from certain foreign entities gaining a foothold on military property.

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Requires the Department of Defense to review existing long-term contracts with retailers on military installations and terminate those found to be controlled by "covered nations."

This addresses current potential security vulnerabilities by removing existing foreign-controlled operations from bases.

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Allows the Secretary of Defense to waive the prohibition or termination if the retailer provides vital services with no reasonable alternatives and security risks are mitigated.

This provides flexibility to ensure military families still have access to essential goods and services, even if a foreign-controlled vendor is the only option, while still managing risks.

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This leverages an expert body to assess complex foreign ownership structures and national security implications.

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Defines "controlled by a covered nation" to include ownership of 20% or more equity, organization under a covered nation's laws, or being subject to a covered nation's direction.

This provides clear criteria for identifying which retailers are subject to the new restrictions, ensuring consistent application.

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Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment

Secretary of Defense must review existing long-term concessions agreements with covered retailers.

Not later than 30 days after making that determination

Secretary of Defense must terminate a long-term concessions agreement if a retailer is found to be controlled by a covered nation.

Not later than 30 days after each use

Secretary of Defense must submit a report to Congress after each use of waiver authority.

Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment

Covered retailers must submit notice to CFIUS regarding relationships with covered nations.

Not later than 180 days after completing an investigation

CFIUS must submit a national security determination to the Secretary regarding covered retailers.

Not less frequently than annually

Covered retailers receiving a "no detriment" determination from CFIUS must submit annual ownership disclosures.

GLOSSARY

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Long-term concessions agreement: A contract, lease, or other deal that allows a business to operate a store or service through a physical location on a military base for an extended period.
Covered nation: A foreign country identified by law as posing a national security concern to the United States. (The bill references section 4872 of title 10 for the exact definition).
Controlled by a covered nation: A business is considered controlled by a covered nation if that nation owns 20% or more of the business, if the business is legally set up under that nation's laws, or if the nation can direct or influence the business's operations.
Covered military installation: A U.S. military base or facility located within the United States.
CFIUS (Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States): A government committee that reviews foreign investments in U.S. businesses to assess potential impacts on national security.
Waiver: An official decision by an authorized person (in this case, the Secretary of Defense) to set aside a specific rule or requirement under certain conditions.

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