Military Installation Retail Security Act of 2025

National Security Risk Mitigation: The bill prevents retailers controlled by a covered nation from operating on military installations, which acts as a measure to address potential national security risks (Section 2, subsection a).

Protection of Military Welfare: The Secretary of Defense has the authority to waive prohibitions if the goods or services provided are vital for the welfare and morale of members of the Armed Forces, ensuring essential services remain available when no reasonable alternatives exist (Section 2, subsection a).

Transparency and Accountability: The bill requires the Secretary to submit a report to Congressional Committees whenever a waiver is used, providing a justification and a description of risk mitigation strategies (Section 2, subsection a).

Corporate Oversight: Retailers that receive approval must submit annual disclosures regarding any changes in ownership structure that might affect whether they are controlled by a covered nation (Section 2, subsection b).

Loss of Business Operations: Retailers that are determined to be controlled by a covered nation may have their long-term concessions agreements terminated (Section 2, subsection a and subsection c).

Administrative Burdens for Retailers: Covered retailers are required to submit notices to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States regarding any direct or indirect relationships with a covered nation (Section 2, subsection b).

Operational Restrictions: A covered retailer may be prohibited from operating or conducting business through a physical location on a covered military installation unless they receive a specific approval determination (Section 2, subsection b).