The Decoupling from Foreign Adversarial Battery Dependence Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from purchasing batteries made by specified Chinese companies and entities, effective October 1, 2027. The ban covers major battery manufacturers like CATL and BYD, as well as any companies identified as Chinese military-linked entities or included on various government watchlists for forced labor concerns and national security risks. The bill allows for limited waivers only when the Secretary of Homeland Security determines there are no available alternatives with comparable cost and quality, or when batteries are needed solely for research and testing purposes. Within 180 days of enactment, DHS must report to Congress on how this ban will affect the department's operations and costs across nine major agencies and components, including border patrol, immigration enforcement, and the Secret Service. Any waivers granted must be reported to Congress within 15 days.
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