Bills/S. 2424

THINK TWICE Act of 2025

THINK TWICE Act of 2025

In CommitteeForeign AffairsSenateSenate Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · Senate
Introduced
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Passed Both
Signed

Plain Language Summary

# THINK TWICE Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The THINK TWICE Act would require Congress to approve certain military sales and agreements with Asian countries before they can proceed. The bill aims to ensure greater congressional oversight of arms deals and military assistance in the Asia region, with a particular focus on preventing technology transfers that could benefit China or affect regional security balance. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would impact U.S. military contractors, Asian allied nations that receive American military equipment or training, and the State and Defense Departments responsible for approving such agreements.

By requiring congressional review, the bill seeks to give lawmakers more control over which countries receive advanced weapons and technology, and under what conditions. **Current Status** As of now, the bill (S 2424) is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. It was sponsored by Senator Pete Ricketts, a Republican from Nebraska.

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Latest Action

October 30, 2025

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 238.

Subjects

Arms control and nonproliferationAsiaChinaCongressional oversightMilitary assistance, sales, and agreementsTrade restrictions

Sponsor

R
Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]
R-NE · Senate
2 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
July 23, 2025
Last Updated
October 30, 2025
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