Decoupling from Foreign Adversarial Battery Dependence Act

This bill stops the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from using government money to buy batteries made by certain companies, specifically six companies based in China, starting on October 1, 2027. DHS can make exceptions if it determines the batteries don't threaten U.S. national security, data, or infrastructure, and there are no similar alternatives available from other companies, or if the batteries are only needed for research, testing, or training purposes. When DHS grants an exception, it must notify Congress within 15 days, and DHS is also required to report to Congress on how following this law would affect its operations.

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