[118th Congress Public Law 159]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
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Public Law 118-159
118th Congress
An Act
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2025 for military activities
of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense
activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel
strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes. <<NOTE: Dec. 23,
2024 - [H.R. 5009]>>
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled, <<NOTE: Servicemember
Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2025.>>
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
(a) In General.--This Act may be cited as the ``Servicemember
Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2025''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 101 note.>> Reference.--Any reference in this or
any other Act to the ``National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2025'' shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Servicemember
Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2025''.
SEC. 2. ORGANIZATION OF ACT INTO DIVISIONS; TABLE OF CONTENTS.
(a) Divisions.--This Act is organized into 7 divisions as follows:
(1) Division A--Department of Defense Authorizations.
(2) Division B--Military Construction Authorizations.
(3) Division C--Department of Energy National Security
Authorizations and Other Authorizations.
(4) Division D--Funding Tables.
(5) Division E--Other Matters.
(6) Division F--Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2025.
(7) Division G--Department of State Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2025.
(b) Table of Contents.--The table of contents for this Act is as
follows:
Sec. 1. Short title.
Sec. 2. Organization of Act into divisions; table of contents.
Sec. 3. Definitions.
Sec. 4. Budgetary effects of this Act.
Sec. 5. Joint explanatory statement.
DIVISION A--DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE AUTHORIZATIONS
TITLE I--PROCUREMENT
Subtitle A--Authorization of Appropriations
Sec. 101. Authorization of appropriations.
Subtitle B--Army Programs
Sec. 111. Centralized Security Monitoring Program for facilities of the
Army.
Sec. 112. Pilot program on the use of robotic targets to enhance the
lethality of the reserve components of the Army.
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Sec. 113. Plan for additional kinetic effectors for low, slow, small
unmanned aircraft integrated defeat system of the Army.
Sec. 114. Report on procurement of energetic materials from sources
outside of the United States.
Subtitle C--Navy Programs
Sec. 121. Modifications to procurement authorities for certain
amphibious shipbuilding programs.
Sec. 122. Modification of requirement to incorporate advanced degaussing
systems into Arleigh Burke class destroyers.
Sec. 123. Extension of prohibition on availability of funds for Navy
port waterborne security barriers.
Sec. 124. Modification of annual report on cost targets for certain
aircraft carriers.
Sec. 125. Designation of official responsible for autonomous surface and
underwater dual-modality vehicles.
Sec. 126. Multiyear procurement authority for CH-53K aircraft and T408
engines.
Sec. 127. Recapitalization of tactical fighter aircraft of the Navy
Reserve.
Sec. 128. Limitation on the construction of the Landing Ship Medium.
Sec. 129. Limitation on availability of funds for Constellation-class
frigate program pending certification on basic and functional
design.
Sec. 130. Limitation on structural improvements and electrical power
upgrades for AH-1Z and UH-1Y helicopters.
Sec. 131. Annual report on surface ship suppliers.
Subtitle D--Air Force Programs
Sec. 141. Extension of limitations and minimum inventory requirement
relating to RQ-4 aircraft.
Sec. 142. Annual report on Air Force tactical fighter aircraft force
structure.
Sec. 143. Modifications to inventory requirements for certain aircraft.
Sec. 144. Extension of prohibition on certain reductions to inventory of
E-3 airborne warning and control system aircraft.
Sec. 145. Extension of requirements relating to C-130 aircraft.
Sec. 146. Management of temporary relocation of B-1 bomber aircraft and
personnel.
Sec. 147. Consolidation of authorities relating to Air Force landing
gear.
Sec. 148. Recapitalization of air refueling tanker aircraft of the
reserve components of the Air Force.
Sec. 149. Prohibition on reduction of KC-135 aircraft in PMAI of the
reserve components.
Sec. 150. Prohibition on retirement of F-15E aircraft and requirement to
conduct fighter aircraft capabilities and requirements study.
Sec. 151. Notification of delays in delivery of MH-139 aircraft.
Sec. 152. Plan and requirements for fielding air base air defense sites
at Air Force installations.
Sec. 153. Plan for establishment and maintenance of F-16 simulators at
Air National Guard training centers.
Sec. 154. Plan for sustainment and recapitalization of Air National
Guard fighter fleet.
Subtitle E--Defense-wide, Joint, and Multiservice Matters
Sec. 161. Modification to Air Force and Navy use of commercial dual-use
parts in certain aircraft and engines.
Sec. 162. Measures to increase supply chain resiliency for small
unmanned aerial systems.
Sec. 163. Policy on qualifications of contractors for into-plane fuel
deliveries for heavy-lift aircraft.
Sec. 164. Prohibition on operation, procurement, and contracting related
to foreign-made light detection and ranging technology.
Sec. 165. Limitation on procurement of F-35 aircraft pending
certification on improvements and correction of deficiencies.
Sec. 166. Assessments of inventory requirements for air-to-air missiles.
Sec. 167. Plan for signals intelligence capabilities of armed overwatch
aircraft.
TITLE II--RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION
Subtitle A--Authorization of Appropriations
Sec. 201. Authorization of appropriations.
Subtitle B--Program Requirements, Restrictions, and Limitations
Sec. 211. Modification of certain requirements relating to the Joint
Energetics Transition Office.
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Sec. 212. Modification to annual report on unfunded priorities of the
Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering.
Sec. 213. Modification to defense laboratory education partnerships.
Sec. 214. Extension of Global Research Watch Program.
Sec. 215. Expansion of authority for technology protection features
activities.
Sec. 216. Modification to personnel management authority to attract
experts in science, engineering, and certain other
disciplines.
Sec. 217. Codification of the Laboratory Quality Enhancement Program.
Sec. 218. Modification to consortium on use of additive manufacturing
for defense capability development.
Sec. 219. Modification to continuous capability development and delivery
program for F-35 aircraft.
Sec. 220. Modifications to test program for engineering plant of DDG(X)
destroyer vessels.
Sec. 221. Improvements relating to defining, identifying, and planning
the artificial intelligence workforce of the Department of
Defense.
Sec. 222. Modification to artificial intelligence education strategy.
Sec. 223. Modification of CVN-73 to support fielding of MQ-25 unmanned
aerial vehicle.
Sec. 224. Modification to innovators information repository in the
Department of Defense.
Sec. 225. Duties of Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer
Governing Council relating to artificial intelligence models
and advanced artificial intelligence technologies.
Sec. 226. Ensuring compliance with Department of Defense policy when
awarding research grants.
Sec. 227. Extension and modification of Directed Energy Working Group.
Sec. 228. National Defense Economic Competition Research Council.
Sec. 229. Agility Prime Transition Working Group.
Sec. 230. Authority for temporary assignment of employees of the Office
of Strategic Capital to certain private-sector organizations.
Sec. 231. Quantum benchmarking initiative.
Sec. 232. Expansion of participation in the Digital On-Demand Program.
Sec. 233. Management and utilization of digital data to enhance
maintenance activities.
Sec. 234. Electromagnetic spectrum demonstration program.
Sec. 235. Competitive demonstration of automated target recognition
algorithms.
Sec. 236. Pilot program on development of near-term use cases and
demonstration of artificial intelligence toward biotechnology
applications for national security.
Sec. 237. Pilot program on use of artificial intelligence for certain
workflow and operations tasks.
Sec. 238. Limitation on availability of funds for fundamental research
collaboration with certain academic institutions.
Subtitle C--Plans, Reports, and Other Matters
Sec. 241. Incorporating human readiness levels into research,
development, test, and evaluation activities.
Sec. 242. Biotechnology roadmap.
Sec. 243. Plan to advance interests of Department of Defense in matters
relating to electromagnetic spectrum in international fora.
Sec. 244. Strategic plan for quantum information science technologies
within the Department of Defense.
Sec. 245. Defense Science Board study on long-term operations and
availability of Kwajalein Atoll as a Major Range and Test
Facility Base.
TITLE III--OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Subtitle A--Authorization of Appropriations
Sec. 301. Authorization of appropriations.
Subtitle B--Energy and Environment
Sec. 311. Modification of definition of antenna structure project under
Military Aviation and Installation Assurance Clearinghouse
for review of mission obstructions.
Sec. 312. Extension of period for cooperative agreements under Native
American lands environmental mitigation program.
Sec. 313. Extension of requirement to establish a schedule of black
start exercises to assess the energy resilience and energy
security of military installations.
Sec. 314. Change in timeframe for report on ability of Department of
Defense to meet requirements for energy resilience and energy
security measures on military installations.
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Sec. 315. Repeal of limitation on procurement of drop-in fuels; annual
report.
Sec. 316. Extension of prohibition on required disclosure.
Sec. 317. Increase of transfer authority for funding of study and
assessment on health implications of per- and polyfluoroalkyl
substances contamination in drinking water by Agency for
Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.
Sec. 318. Initiative to control and combat the spread of coconut
rhinoceros beetle in Hawaii.
Sec. 319. Prohibition on implementation of regulation relating to
minimizing risk of climate change.
Sec. 320. Implementation of Inspector General recommendations relating
to oversight of defense fuel support points.
Sec. 321. Provision by Secretary of the Air Force of meteorological data
for Air Force and Army.
Subtitle C--Logistics and Sustainment
Sec. 331. Joint Safety Council report and briefing requirements.
Sec. 332. Modifications to Comptroller General annual reviews of F-35
sustainment efforts.
Sec. 333. Plans regarding condition and maintenance of prepositioned
stockpiles of Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force.
Sec. 334. Warehouse utilization organization alignment.
Sec. 335. Authority for Government-owned, Government-operated facilities
to access production base support funds.
Sec. 336. Pre-positioned stocks of finished defense textile articles.
Subtitle D--Reports
Sec. 341. Modification of readiness reports to include total number of
combat readiness upgrades or downgrades.
Sec. 342. Extension and expansion of incident reporting requirements for
Department of Defense.
Sec. 343. Annual briefing on operational readiness of 53rd Weather
Reconnaissance Squadron prior to commencement of official
hurricane season.
Subtitle E--Other Matters
Sec. 351. Extension of authority for Secretary of Defense to use
Department of Defense reimbursement rate for transportation
services provided to certain non-Department of Defense
entities.
Sec. 352. Improvements to FireGuard Program of National Guard.
Sec. 353. Counter unmanned aerial system threat library.
Sec. 354. Limitation on availability of funds for travel expenses of
Office of Secretary of Defense until submission of certain
documents.
Sec. 355. Anti-lock brake system and electronic stability control kit
for certain Army vehicles.
Sec. 356. Program for advanced manufacturing in the Indo-Pacific region.
TITLE IV--MILITARY PERSONNEL AUTHORIZATIONS
Subtitle A--Active Forces
Sec. 401. End strengths for active forces.
Sec. 402. Annual end strength authorization for the Space Force.
Sec. 403. Temporary exclusion of mental health care providers from
authorized strengths of certain officers on active duty.
Subtitle B--Reserve Forces
Sec. 411. End strengths for Selected Reserve.
Sec. 412. End strengths for Reserves on active duty in support of the
Reserves.
Sec. 413. End strengths for military technicians (dual status).
Sec. 414. Maximum number of reserve personnel authorized to be on active
duty for operational support.
Subtitle C--Authorization of Appropriations
Sec. 421. Military personnel.
Subtitle D--Reports
Sec. 431. Annual defense manpower profile report: expansion of
justifications for end strengths.
TITLE V--MILITARY PERSONNEL POLICY
Subtitle A--Officer Policy
Sec. 501. Redistribution of general officers of the Marine Corps on
active duty.
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Sec. 502. Authority to exclude additional positions from limitations on
the number of general officers and flag officers on active
duty.
Sec. 503. Eligibility for consideration for promotion: time-in-grade and
other requirements.
Sec. 504. Temporary authority to increase the number of nurse officers
recommended for promotion.
Sec. 505. Talent management and personnel retention for members of the
Armed Forces.
Sec. 506. Consideration of merit by special selection review boards.
Sec. 507. Effect of failure of selection for promotion: captains and
majors of the Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Space Force
and lieutenants and lieutenant commanders of the Navy.
Sec. 508. Modification of authority to separate officers when in the
best interest of the service.
Sec. 509. Remote appearance before a board of inquiry.
Sec. 509A. Marine Corps Deputy Commandants.
Sec. 509B. Improvements relating to Medical Officer of the Marine Corps
position.
Sec. 509C. Vice Chief of Space Operations; vacancy in position of Chief
of Space Operations.
Sec. 509D. Repeal of active duty service requirement for warrant officer
appointments in Air Force and Space Force.
Sec. 509E. Removal of officers from a list of Space Force officers
recommended for promotion.
Sec. 509F. Pilot program on peer and subordinate assessments of certain
officers.
Subtitle B--Reserve Component Management
Sec. 511. Authority to extend military technicians until age 62.
Sec. 512. Extension of time period for transfer or discharge of certain
Army and Air Force reserve component general officers.
Sec. 513. Expanded authority to continue reserve component officers in
certain military specialties on the reserve active-status
list.
Sec. 514. Transfer to the Space Force of covered space functions of the
Air National Guard of the United States.
Sec. 515. Notice to Congress regarding reapportionment of National Guard
force structure.
Subtitle C--General Service Authorities, Decorations and Awards, and
Military Records
Sec. 521. Technical and conforming amendments relating to members of the
Space Force.
Sec. 522. Modified authority to provide protection to senior leaders of
the Department of Defense and other specified persons.
Sec. 523. Improving military administrative review.
Sec. 524. Determination of active duty service commitment for recipients
of fellowships, grants, and scholarships.
Sec. 525. Authority to designate certain separated members of the Air
Force as honorary separated members of the Space Force.
Sec. 526. Authorizations for certain awards.
Sec. 527. Posthumous advancement of General John D. Lavelle, United
States Air Force, on the retired list.
Subtitle D--Recruitment
Sec. 531. Expansion of report on future servicemember preparatory
course.
Sec. 532. Promoting military, national, and public service.
Sec. 533. Military recruiter physical access to campuses.
Sec. 534. Military Entrance Processing Command: acceleration of review
of medical records.
Sec. 535. Medical Accession Records Pilot program: notice of
termination.
Sec. 536. Provision of information regarding Federal service to certain
persons ineligible to enlist in certain Armed Forces.
Sec. 537. Reimbursement of applicants to certain Armed Forces for
certain medical costs incurred during military entrance
processing.
Sec. 538. Authority to modernize recruitment for the Army.
Sec. 539. Program of military recruitment and education at the National
September 11 Memorial and Museum.
Sec. 539A. Maritime workforce promotion and recruitment.
Subtitle E--Training
Sec. 541. Improvements to financial literacy training.
Sec. 542. Extension of JROTC programs to the Job Corps.
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Sec. 543. Minimum number of participating students required to establish
or maintain a unit of JROTC.
Sec. 544. JROTC waiting list.
Sec. 545. Number of Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps units.
Sec. 546. Required constitutional law training.
Sec. 547. Prohibition on Federal funds for the Department of Defense
Countering Extremism Work Group.
Subtitle F--Member Education
Sec. 551. Expansion of international engagement authorities for Service
Academies.
Sec. 552. Modification of authority to engage in funded and unfunded law
education programs.
Sec. 553. Additional admissions authority for the Uniformed Services
University of the Health Sciences.
Sec. 554. Professional military education: technical correction to
definitions.
Sec. 555. Distance education option for professional military education.
Sec. 556. Authority to accept gifts of services for professional
military education institutions.
Sec. 557. Alternative service obligation for a cadet or midshipman who
becomes a professional athlete.
Sec. 558. Service Academies: Boards of Visitors.
Sec. 559. Modernizing Marine Corps Platoon Leaders Class college tuition
assistance program to account for inflation.
Sec. 559A. Information on nominations and applications for military
service academies.
Sec. 559B. Ensuring access to certain higher education benefits.
Sec. 559C. Service Academies: referral of applicants to the senior
military colleges and units of the Senior Reserve Officer
Training Corps.
Sec. 559D. Pilot program to provide graduate education opportunities for
enlisted members of the Army and Navy.
Sec. 559E. Prohibition on use of Federal funds to endorse critical race
theory.
Subtitle G--Military Justice and Other Legal Matters
Sec. 561. Clarifying amendment to Article 2 of the Uniform Code of
Military Justice.
Sec. 562. Authority of special trial counsel with respect to certain
offenses occurring before effective date of military justice
reforms.
Sec. 563. Detailing of appellate defense counsel.
Sec. 564. Modification to offense of aiding the enemy under the Uniform
Code of Military Justice.
Sec. 565. Removal of marriage as a defense to article 120b offenses.
Sec. 566. Consolidation of military justice reporting requirements for
the military departments.
Sec. 567. Term of office for judges of the Court of Military Commission
Review.
Sec. 568. Continuity of coverage under certain provisions of title 18,
United States Code.
Sec. 569. Correction of certain citations in title 18, United States
Code, relating to sexual offenses.
Sec. 569A. Modification of timeline for potential implementation of
study on unanimous court-martial verdicts.
Sec. 569B. Removal of personally identifying and other information of
certain persons from the Department of Defense Central Index
of Investigations.
Sec. 569C. Expanded command notifications to victims of domestic
violence.
Sec. 569D. Extension of Defense Advisory Committee on Investigation,
Prosecution, and Defense of Sexual Assault in the Armed
Forces.
Sec. 569E. Analysis on the advisability of revising Military Rule of
Evidence 513.
Sec. 569F. Analysis of prohibition on broadcast and distribution of
digitally manipulated intimate images under the Uniform Code
of Military Justice.
Subtitle H--Career Transition
Sec. 571. Pathway for individualized counseling for members of the
reserve components under TAP.
Sec. 572. Extension of Troops-to-Teachers Program.
Sec. 573. Extension and expansion of report on the Transition Assistance
Program of the Department of Defense.
Sec. 574. Military training and competency records.
Subtitle I--Family Programs and Child Care
Sec. 581. Interstate compacts for portability of occupational licenses
of military spouses: permanent authority.
Sec. 582. Military Spouse Career Accelerator program.
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Sec. 583. Competitive pay for Department of Defense child care
personnel.
Sec. 584. Posting of national child abuse hotline at military child
development centers.
Sec. 585. Additional information in outreach campaign relating to
waiting lists for military child development centers.
Sec. 586. Expansion of annual briefing regarding waiting lists for
military child development centers.
Sec. 587. Improvements relating to portability of professional licenses
of servicemembers and their spouses.
Sec. 588. Child care services and youth program services for dependents.
Sec. 589. Child care services and youth program services for dependents:
period of services for a member with a spouse seeking
employment.
Sec. 589A. Child development program staffing and compensation model.
Sec. 589B. Inclusive Playground Pilot Program.
Subtitle J--Dependent Education
Sec. 591. Advisory committees for Department of Defense domestic
dependents schools.
Sec. 592. Eligibility of dependents of certain deceased members of the
Armed Forces for enrollment in Department of Defense domestic
dependent elementary and secondary schools.
Sec. 593. Expansion of eligibility for virtual programs operated by
Department of Defense Education Activity.
Sec. 594. Authorization for school meal programs at Department of
Defense dependent schools.
Sec. 595. Eligibility of certain dependents for enrollment in domestic
dependent elementary and secondary schools.
Sec. 596. Staffing of Department of Defense Education Activity schools
to maintain maximum student-to-teacher ratios.
Sec. 597. Enrollment in defense dependents' education system of children
of foreign military members assigned to United Nations
Command.
Sec. 598. Certain assistance to local educational agencies that benefit
dependents of military and civilian personnel.
Sec. 599. Training requirements teachers in 21st century schools of the
Department of Defense Education Activity.
Sec. 599A. Overseas transfer program for educators in schools operated
by the Department of Defense Education Activity.
Sec. 599B. Parental right to notice of student nonproficiency in reading
or language arts.
TITLE VI--COMPENSATION AND OTHER PERSONNEL BENEFITS
Subtitle A--Basic Pay, Retired Pay, and Leave
Sec. 601. Reform of basic pay rates.
Sec. 602. Policy on postpartum physical fitness tests and body
composition assessments.
Sec. 603. Extension of parental leave to members of the Coast Guard
Reserve.
Sec. 604. Elimination of cap on additional retired pay for extraordinary
heroism for members of the Army and Air Force who served
during the Vietnam Era.
Sec. 605. Calculation of retired pay for certain officers who served in
grade O-9 or O-10 and retired in grade O-8.
Subtitle B--Bonus and Incentive Pays
Sec. 611. One-year extension of certain expiring bonus and special pay
authorities.
Sec. 612. Increase in accession bonus for health professions scholarship
and financial assistance program.
Sec. 613. Increase in maximum skill proficiency bonus amount.
Subtitle C--Allowances
Sec. 621. Basic needs allowance for members on active service in the
Armed Forces: expansion of eligibility; increase of amount.
Sec. 622. Authority to pay basic allowance for housing to junior
enlisted members on sea duty.
Sec. 623. Reimbursement of expenses relating to travel for inactive-
duty training and muster duty.
Sec. 624. Expansion of travel and transportation allowance to move or
store privately owned vehicles.
Sec. 625. Extension of authority to pay one-time uniform allowance for
officers who transfer to the Space Force.
Sec. 626. Travel and transportation allowances: prohibition of
requirement of zero-emission vehicle.
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Sec. 627. Evaluation of the rates of the basic allowance for
subsistence.
Sec. 628. Report regarding the calculation of cost-of-living allowances.
Subtitle D--Family and Survivor Benefits
Sec. 631. Expansion of eligibility for certain benefits that arise from
the death of a member of the Armed Forces.
Sec. 632. Extension of time for minor survivors to file death gratuity
claims.
Sec. 633. Parent fees at military child development centers for child
care employees.
Sec. 634. Information regarding paternal engagement on website of
Military OneSource.
Subtitle E--Defense Resale Matters
Sec. 641. Prohibition on sale of garlic from the People's Republic of
China at commissary stores.
Sec. 642. Sale of certain supplies of the Navy and Marine Corps to
certain former members of the Coast Guard.
Subtitle F--Other Benefits, Reports, and Briefings
Sec. 651. Access to broadband internet access service for certain
members of the Armed Forces.
Sec. 652. Extension of exclusion of certain employees from Government
lodging program.
Sec. 653. Promotion of tax preparation assistance programs.
Sec. 654. Pilot program to increase access to food on military
installations of the Army.
TITLE VII--HEALTH CARE PROVISIONS
Subtitle A--TRICARE and Other Health Benefits
Sec. 701. Access to specialty behavioral health care under TRICARE
Prime.
Sec. 702. Reduction or waiver of cost-sharing amounts under TRICARE
pharmacy benefits program for certain dependents enrolled in
TRICARE Prime Remote program.
Sec. 703. TRICARE program: waiver of referral requirement under TRICARE
Prime for certain care in a military medical treatment
facility.
Sec. 704. Extension of effective date regarding certain improvements to
the TRICARE dental program.
Sec. 705. Program to prevent perinatal mental health conditions in
pregnant and postpartum members of the Armed Forces.
Sec. 706. Guidance on authority to provide travel and transportation
allowances for specialty care under exceptional
circumstances.
Sec. 707. Contraception coverage parity under the TRICARE program.
Sec. 708. Prohibition of coverage under TRICARE program of certain
medical procedures for children that could result in
sterilization.
Sec. 709. Demonstration program on cryopreservation and storage of
gametes of certain members of the Armed Forces.
Subtitle B--Health Care Administration
Sec. 711. Identification in patient medical records of affiliation of
certain non-Department of Defense health care providers.
Sec. 712. Extension of enhanced appointment and compensation authority
for certain health care providers.
Sec. 713. Licensure requirement for certain health care professionals
providing certain examinations to members of the reserve
components.
Sec. 714. Health care licensure portability for TRICARE network
providers providing mental health services to members of the
Armed Forces and certain family members.
Sec. 715. Expansion of recognition by the Defense Health Agency of
certifying bodies for physicians.
Sec. 716. Waiver with respect to experienced nurses at military medical
treatment facilities.
Sec. 717. Improved implementation of financial relief for civilians
treated in military medical treatment facilities.
Sec. 718. Retention of health care providers: surveys; briefing;
reports.
Subtitle C--Matters Relating to Brain Health
Sec. 721. Establishment of Defense Intrepid Network for Traumatic Brain
Injury and Brain Health as program of record.
Sec. 722. Brain health and trauma program.
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Sec. 723. Modifications to Brain Health Initiative of Department of
Defense.
Sec. 724. Blast overpressure and traumatic brain injury oversight
strategy and action plan.
Sec. 725. Establishment of requirements relating to blast overpressure
exposure.
Subtitle D--Studies, Briefings, Reports, and Other Matters
Sec. 731. Treatment of expert medical opinions with respect to medical
malpractice claims by members of the uniformed services.
Sec. 732. Annual reports on medical malpractice claims by members of the
uniformed services.
Sec. 733. Expansion of license reciprocity for veterinarians of
Department of Defense.
Sec. 734. Medical countermeasures for overseas personnel of the
Department of Defense for acute radiation syndrome and
thermal burns.
Sec. 735. Establishment of Indo-Pacific Medical Readiness Program.
Sec. 736. Reports on suicide among members of the Armed Forces and
suicide prevention programs and activities of the Department
of Defense.
Sec. 737. Study of immune response and other effects on members of the
Armed Forces regarding COVID-19 vaccines.
Sec. 738. Annual report on recruitment delays relating to medical
conditions.
Sec. 739. Plan to improve access by members of the Armed Forces to safe,
high-quality pharmaceuticals.
Sec. 740. Pilot program on delegation of authority to approve reserve
component recruits with certain medical conditions.
TITLE VIII--ACQUISITION POLICY, ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT, AND RELATED
MATTERS
Subtitle A--Acquisition Policy and Management
Sec. 801. Modifications to guidelines and collection method for
acquisition of cost data.
Sec. 802. Limitation on certain options for cost contracts.
Sec. 803. Treatment of unilateral definitization of a contract as a
final decision.
Sec. 804. Middle tier of acquisition for rapid prototyping and rapid
fielding.
Sec. 805. Revision and codification of software acquisition pathways.
Sec. 806. Streamlining of Milestone A requirements.
Sec. 807. Streamlining of Milestone B requirements.
Sec. 808. Notice of contract cancellation or termination relating to
remote or isolated installations.
Sec. 809. Cost growth reports for major acquisition programs that are
highly sensitive classified programs.
Subtitle B--Amendments to General Contracting Authorities, Procedures,
and Limitations
Sec. 811. Repeal of and modification to certain defense acquisition
laws.
Sec. 812. Modification to limitation on acquisition of excess supplies.
Sec. 813. Modifications to Comptroller General assessment of acquisition
programs.
Sec. 814. Modifications to commercial product and commercial service
determinations.
Sec. 815. Application of recent price history to cost or pricing data
requirements.
Sec. 816. Modifications to authority to carry out certain prototype
projects using other transaction authority.
Sec. 817. Clarification of other transaction authority for follow on
production.
Sec. 818. Clarification of other transaction authority for facility
repair.
Sec. 819. Open interface standards for contracts of the Department of
Defense.
Sec. 820. Updates to earned value management system requirements.
Sec. 821. Inclusion of Japan and the Republic of Korea in contested
logistics demonstration and prototyping program.
Sec. 822. Avoidance of use of lowest price technically acceptable source
selection criteria for procurement of munitions response
services.
Sec. 823. Use of fixed-price type contracts for certain shipbuilding
programs.
Sec. 824. Extension of temporary authority to modify certain contracts
and options based on the effects of inflation.
Subtitle C--Provisions Relating to Workforce Development
Sec. 831. Modification to the term of appointment of the President of
the Defense Acquisition University.
Sec. 832. Updated acquisition and sustainment training.
Sec. 833. Extension of demonstration project relating to certain
acquisition personnel management policies and procedures.
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Sec. 834. Performance incentives related to commercial product and
commercial service determinations.
Sec. 835. Modification to extramural acquisition innovation and research
activities.
Sec. 836. Prohibition on the transfer of certain data on employees of
the Department of Defense to third parties.
Sec. 837. Modifications to contractor employee protections from reprisal
for disclosure of certain information.
Sec. 838. Detail authority for Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
to provide technology transition support.
Sec. 839. Employment transparency regarding individuals who perform work
in, for, or are subject to the laws or control of the
People's Republic of China.
Sec. 840. Designation of program executive office for acquisition of
open-source intelligence tools for Army.
Subtitle D--Provisions Relating to Supply Chains and Domestic Sourcing
Sec. 841. Enhancing requirements for information relating to supply
chain risk.
Sec. 842. Domestic production of stainless steel flatware and
dinnerware.
Sec. 843. Clarification of exception to Berry Amendment requirements for
procurement of vessels in foreign waters.
Sec. 844. Technical edits to sourcing requirements for strategic
materials and sensitive materials.
Sec. 845. Amendment to requirement to buy strategic materials critical
to national security from American sources.
Sec. 846. Modification to miscellaneous limitations on the procurement
of goods other than United States goods.
Sec. 847. Inclusion of recycled and reused minerals and metals in
preference for sourcing of strategic and critical materials.
Sec. 848. Domestic nonavailability determinations list.
Sec. 849. Supply chain illumination incentives.
Sec. 850. Report and updated guidance on continued risk management for
pharmaceutical supply chains of Department of Defense.
Subtitle E--Prohibitions and Limitations on Procurement
Sec. 851. Prohibition on contracting with covered entities that contract
with lobbyists for Chinese military companies.
Sec. 852. Notification of changes to certain transportation contracts.
Sec. 853. Prohibition on procurement of covered semiconductor products
and services from companies providing covered semiconductor
products and services to Huawei.
Sec. 854. Prohibition on contracts for online tutoring services.
Sec. 855. Limitation on availability of funds for covered contractors
engaged in an anti-Israel boycott.
Sec. 856. Procurement of cleaning products.
Sec. 857. Plan for production of covered munitions for procurement by
the Department of Defense.
Sec. 858. Procurement of covered hearing protection devices.
Subtitle F--Industrial Base Matters
Sec. 861. Codification and modification of pilot program to accelerate
the procurement and fielding of innovative technologies.
Sec. 862. Program for distribution support and services for contractors.
Sec. 863. Extension of the pilot program for streamlining awards for
innovative technology projects.
Sec. 864. Use of capability-based analysis of price of goods or services
offered by nontraditional defense contractors.
Sec. 865. Qualification of industrial capabilities.
Sec. 866. Solid rocket motor industrial base.
Sec. 867. Promulgate guidance relating to certain Department of Defense
contracts.
Subtitle G--Small Business Matters
Sec. 871. Pilot program for the participation of military research and
educational institutions in the STTR program.
Sec. 872. Department of Defense pilot program for preliminary
calculation estimates for certain programs.
Sec. 873. Boots to Business Program.
Sec. 874. Establishment of pilot program for access to shared classified
commercial infrastructure.
Sec. 875. Accessibility and clarity in covered notices for small
business concerns.
Sec. 876. Small Business Bill of Rights.
Subtitle H--Other Matters
Sec. 881. Clarification of waiver authority for organizational and
consultant conflicts of interest.
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Sec. 882. Reverse engineering or re-engineering for production of items.
Sec. 883. Procurement of Department of Defense batteries.
Sec. 884. Advisory panel on the requirements process of the Department
of Defense.
Sec. 885. Proposal for payment of costs for certain Government
Accountability Office bid protests.
Sec. 886. Briefings, certification, and limitation on availability of
funds related to fuel services financial management
contracts.
Sec. 887. Implementation of Comptroller General recommendations relating
to certain spare parts for F-35 aircraft.
Sec. 888. Tracking awards made through other transaction authority.
TITLE IX--DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Defense and Related Matters
Sec. 901. Requirement to notify Congress when Deputy Secretary of
Defense is performing functions and duties of Secretary of
Defense.
Sec. 902. Establishment of Department of Defense Performance Improvement
Officer.
Sec. 903. Enhanced coordination on international cooperation activities.
Sec. 904. Increase in authorized number of Deputy Assistant Secretaries
of Defense.
Sec. 905. Modifications to the Office of Strategic Capital.
Sec. 906. Limitation on availability of funds until Department of
Defense complies with certain legal requirements.
Sec. 907. Matters relating to Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special
Operations and Low Intensity Conflict.
Sec. 908. Inclusion in defense planning guidance of guidance on size,
structure, and posture of special operations forces.
Sec. 909. Review of roles and responsibilities of the Chief Talent
Management Officer and the Office of the Under Secretary of
Defense for Personnel and Readiness.
Sec. 910. Plan for adequate staffing of Office of Assistant Secretary of
Defense for Industrial Base Policy and Joint Production
Accelerator Cell.
Subtitle B--Other Department of Defense Organization and Management
Matters
Sec. 921. Department of Defense Senior Intelligence Oversight Official.
Sec. 922. Codification of the Joint Federated Assurance Center.
Sec. 923. Codification of additional staff corps of the Navy.
Sec. 924. Establishment of Office of Expanded Competition.
Sec. 925. Counter unmanned aerial systems task force.
Sec. 926. Affiliate relationships between Army special operations forces
and combat-enabling units of general purpose forces.
Sec. 927. Force sizing methodology.
TITLE X--GENERAL PROVISIONS
Subtitle A--Financial Matters
Sec. 1001. General transfer authority.
Sec. 1002. Repeal of audit incentive element in report requirement of
Financial Improvement and Audit Remediation Plan.
Sec. 1003. Authority to use Defense Modernization Account funds for
time-sensitive equipment modernization.
Sec. 1004. Extension of audit requirement for Department of Defense
components.
Sec. 1005. Revision of Department of Defense financial management
regulation.
Sec. 1006. Establishment of cross-functional team to oversee
implementation of recommendations of Commission on Planning,
Programming, Budgeting, and Execution Reform.
Sec. 1007. Use of technology using artificial intelligence to facilitate
audit of the financial statements of the Department of
Defense for fiscal year 2025.
Subtitle B--Counterdrug Activities
Sec. 1011. Support for counterdrug activities affecting flow of drugs
into United States.
Sec. 1012. Authority for detection and monitoring of illegal drugs
regardless of destination.
Sec. 1013. Review, assessment, and analysis of governance structure and
strategy of Department of Defense counter-narcotics and
counter-transnational organized crime activities.
Subtitle C--Naval Vessels and Shipyards
Sec. 1021. Briefing required in the event of a proposed reduction in
battle force ships as part of the annual naval vessel
construction plan and certification.
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Sec. 1022. Modification of authority to purchase used vessels under the
National Defense Sealift Fund.
Sec. 1023. Modifications to ship repair authorities.
Sec. 1024. Improving Navy assessments required prior to start of
construction on first ship of a shipbuilding program.
Sec. 1025. Prohibition on contracting with shipyards controlled by a
foreign adversary country.
Sec. 1026. Exception to prohibition of overhaul, repair, or maintenance
of certain vessels in shipyards outside the United States or
Guam.
Sec. 1027. Strategy on development of naval rearm at sea capability.
Sec. 1028. Authority to use incremental funding for the Virginia-class
submarine program.
Sec. 1029. Authority to use incremental funding to enter into a contract
for the construction of an Arleigh Burke class destroyer.
Sec. 1030. Pilot program on use of automated inspection technologies at
shipyards.
Sec. 1031. Requirements for the unmanned maritime autonomy architecture.
Sec. 1032. Competitive demonstration of large and extra large unmanned
underwater vehicles.
Sec. 1033. Requirement for mature ship design.
Subtitle D--Counterterrorism
Sec. 1041. Extension of prohibition on use of funds for transfer or
release of individuals detained at United States Naval
Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the United States.
Sec. 1042. Extension of prohibition on use of funds to construct or
modify facilities in the United States to house detainees
transferred from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay,
Cuba.
Sec. 1043. Extension of prohibition on use of funds for transfer or
release of individuals detained at United States Naval
Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to certain countries.
Sec. 1044. Extension of prohibition on use of funds to close or
relinquish control of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo
Bay, Cuba.
Subtitle E--Miscellaneous Authorities and Limitations
Sec. 1051. Authority to contribute to innovation fund.
Sec. 1052. Extension of authority for reimbursement of expenses for
certain Navy mess operations.
Sec. 1053. Assessments of casualties and fatalities during hostilities.
Sec. 1054. Establishment of major mishap incident designation
classification for Department of Defense incidents.
Sec. 1055. Prohibition on use of funds for EcoHealth Alliance and the
Wuhan Institute of Virology.
Sec. 1056. Prohibition on Department of Defense transportation of
currency to Taliban or Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
Sec. 1057. Prohibition on use of funds for the Badr Organization and
related organizations.
Sec. 1058. Limitation on use of funds pending provision of briefing on
reliance of People's Liberation Army on imported fossil fuels
for energy.
Sec. 1059. Prohibition on use of funds to support entertainment projects
with ties to the Government of the People's Republic of
China.
Subtitle F--Studies and Reports
Sec. 1061. Chief of Navy Reserve annual report.
Sec. 1062. Modification and extension of requirement for combatant
command risk assessment for airborne intelligence,
surveillance, and reconnaissance.
Sec. 1063. Extension of briefing requirement regarding civil authorities
at the Southwest border.
Sec. 1064. Extension of annual report on civilian casualties in
connection with United States military operations.
Sec. 1065. Review of irregular warfare authorities.
Sec. 1066. Reports on approval and deployment of lethal autonomous
weapon systems.
Sec. 1067. Congressional notice regarding execute orders issued at the
direction of the President or the Secretary of Defense.
Sec. 1068. Mobility capability requirements study.
Sec. 1069. Biodefense posture reviews.
Sec. 1070. Briefings on attempts by aliens and foreign actors to access
military installations without authorization.
Sec. 1071. Report on resourcing of Arctic Strategy.
Sec. 1072. Analyses and reports on air superiority of the Joint Force.
Sec. 1073. Exercise for countering unmanned aerial systems.
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Sec. 1074. Report on operational plans of the Department of Defense.
Sec. 1075. Quarterly reports on funerals at Arlington National Cemetery
on hold until caisson services resume.
Sec. 1076. Plan for enhancement of special operations riverine
capability.
Sec. 1077. Annual reports on the Postsecondary Education Complaint
System.
Sec. 1078. Study and report on Department of Defense use of unmanned
ground vehicle systems manufactured by certain foreign
entities.
Subtitle G--Other Matters
Sec. 1081. Introduction of entities in transactions critical to national
security.
Sec. 1082. Installation energy plans and assessment for reduction of
reliance on Russian energy.
Sec. 1083. Extension of the National Commission on the Future of the
Navy.
Sec. 1084. Modification of National Security Commission on Emerging
Biotechnology.
Sec. 1085. Modification of defense sensitive support notification
requirement.
Sec. 1086. Plan for additional skill identifiers for Army Mountain
Warfare School.
Sec. 1087. Establishment of Department of Defense working group on
multilateral artificial intelligence coordination.
Sec. 1088. Resumption of caisson services at funeral services at
Arlington National Cemetery.
Sec. 1089. Liaison with Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems Task Force.
Sec. 1090. Responding to unmanned aircraft systems incursions.
Sec. 1091. Prioritization of accreditation of sensitive compartmented
information facilities supporting DX-rated programs.
Sec. 1092. Establishment of national security capital forum.
Sec. 1093. Implementation of Comptroller General recommendations
relating to the food program of the Department of Defense.
Sec. 1094. Pilot program to provide military aircraft support to air
shows.
TITLE XI--CIVILIAN PERSONNEL
Sec. 1101. Pilot program for the temporary exchange of information
technology personnel.
Sec. 1102. Extension of authority for noncompetitive appointments of
military spouses by Federal agencies.
Sec. 1103. Extension of living quarters allowance to civilian DOD
employees in positions with critical shortages stationed in
Guam.
Sec. 1104. One-year extension of authority to waive annual limitation on
premium pay and aggregate limitation on pay for federal
civilian employees working overseas.
Sec. 1105. One-year extension of temporary authority to grant
allowances, benefits, and gratuities to civilian personnel on
official duty in a combat zone.
Sec. 1106. Pilot program for overseas work-period for DOD competitive
service positions.
Sec. 1107. Employment and compensation of civilian faculty members at
Inter-American Defense College.
Sec. 1108. Treatment of veterans who did not register for the selective
service.
Sec. 1109. Increase in military leave accrual and accumulation for
Federal employees.
Sec. 1110. Sufficient firefighter personnel covered installations.
Sec. 1111. Extension of direct hire authority for domestic industrial
base facilities and Major Range and Test Facilities Base.
Sec. 1112. Modifications to the John S. McCain Strategic Defense Fellows
Program.
Sec. 1113. Modification of pilot program on dynamic shaping of the
workforce to improve the technical skills and expertise at
certain Department of Defense laboratories.
Sec. 1114. Continuity of coverage under certain provisions of title 5,
United States Code.
Sec. 1115. Limitation on establishment of new diversity, equity, and
inclusion positions; hiring freeze.
TITLE XII--MATTERS RELATING TO FOREIGN NATIONS
Subtitle A--Assistance and Training
Sec. 1201. Modification of authority to build capacity of foreign
security forces and modification of support for execution of
bilateral agreements concerning illicit transnational
maritime activity in Africa.
Sec. 1202. Modification of authority for Naval Small Craft Instruction
and Technical Training School.
Sec. 1203. Assessment, monitoring, and evaluation of programs and
activities.
Sec. 1204. Quarterly briefings on counterterrorism operations, irregular
warfare, and sensitive activities.
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Sec. 1205. Extension of modification to authority to provide support for
conduct of operations.
Sec. 1206. Extension of authorities.
Sec. 1207. Extension and modification of defense operational resilience
international cooperation pilot program.
Sec. 1208. Acceptance and expenditure of contributions for multilateral
security cooperation programs and activities.
Sec. 1209. Temporary authority to provide training to military forces or
national security forces of Costa Rica and Panama.
Sec. 1210. Improvements to defense acquisition workforce for foreign
military sales.
Subtitle B--Matters Relating to Israel
Sec. 1211. Statement of policy ensuring Israel's defense.
Sec. 1212. Modification of United States-Israel anti-tunnel cooperation.
Sec. 1213. Requirement to conduct subterranean warfare military
exercises.
Sec. 1214. Strategic partnership on defense industrial priorities
between the United States and Israel.
Sec. 1215. Establishment of program between the United States and Israel
for military trauma education and training.
Subtitle C--Matters Relating to the Near and Middle East
Sec. 1221. Key partners for Middle East Regional Integration Military
Subject Matter Expert Exchange Program.
Sec. 1222. Extension and modification of annual report on military power
of Iran.
Sec. 1223. Modification of report on the military capabilities of Iran
and related activities.
Sec. 1224. Prohibition on providing funding to Iranian entities.
Sec. 1225. Notification relating to arms trafficking by Iran.
Sec. 1226. Assessment and plan with respect to equipment provided to
Kurdish Peshmerga forces.
Sec. 1227. Extension of authority for reimbursement of certain coalition
nations for support provided to United States military
operations.
Sec. 1228. Extension and modification of security briefings on
Afghanistan.
Sec. 1229. Notifications regarding terrorist groups in Afghanistan.
Sec. 1230. Extension of authority to support operations and activities
of the office of security cooperation in Iraq.
Sec. 1231. Extension and modification of authority to provide assistance
to counter the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria.
Sec. 1232. Extension of authority to provide assistance to vetted Syrian
groups and individuals.
Sec. 1233. Statement of policy on recognition of the Assad regime.
TITLE XIII--OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO FOREIGN NATIONS
Subtitle A--Matters Relating to Europe and Russia
Sec. 1301. Modifications to North Atlantic Treaty Organization Special
Operations Headquarters.
Sec. 1302. Extension and modification of training for Eastern European
national security forces in the course of multilateral
exercises.
Sec. 1303. Extension of prohibition on availability of funds relating to
sovereignty of the Russian Federation over internationally
recognized territory of Ukraine.
Sec. 1304. Prohibition on New START Treaty information sharing.
Subtitle B--Matters Relating to the Indo-Pacific Region
Sec. 1311. Sense of Congress on defense alliances and partnerships in
the Indo-Pacific region.
Sec. 1312. Modification of Indo-Pacific Maritime Security Initiative.
Sec. 1313. Extension and modification of Pacific Deterrence Initiative.
Sec. 1314. Indo-Pacific extended deterrence education pilot program.
Subtitle C--Matters Relating to Taiwan
Sec. 1321. Modification of reporting requirement for transfer of defense
articles and defense services to Taiwan.
Sec. 1322. Establishment of program between the United States and Taiwan
for military trauma care.
Sec. 1323. Taiwan security cooperation initiative.
Sec. 1324. Sense of Congress regarding invitation to Taiwan to Rim of
the Pacific exercise.
Subtitle D--Coordinating AUKUS Engagement With Japan
Sec. 1331. Definitions.
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Sec. 1332. Sense of Congress.
Sec. 1333. Engagement with Japan on AUKUS Pillar Two Cooperation.
Sec. 1334. Assessment of Potential for Cooperation with Japan on AUKUS
Pillar Two.
Subtitle E--Matters Relating to East Asia
Sec. 1341. Extension and modification of authority to transfer funds for
Bien Hoa dioxin cleanup.
Sec. 1342. Modification of cooperative program with Vietnam to account
for Vietnamese personnel missing in action.
Sec. 1343. Plan for establishment of a joint force headquarters in
Japan.
Sec. 1344. Plan for Department of Defense activities to strengthen
United States extended deterrence commitments to the Republic
of Korea.
Sec. 1345. Plan and annual report relating to trilateral defense
cooperation with Japan and the Republic of Korea.
Sec. 1346. Modification of public reporting of Chinese military
companies operating in the United States.
Sec. 1347. Strategy to address malign activities by the People's
Liberation Army.
TITLE XIV--OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS
Subtitle A--Military Programs
Sec. 1401. Working capital funds.
Sec. 1402. Chemical agents and munitions destruction, defense.
Sec. 1403. Drug interdiction and counter-drug activities, defense-wide.
Sec. 1404. Defense Inspector General.
Sec. 1405. Defense Health Program.
Subtitle B--National Defense Stockpile
Sec. 1411. Restoring the National Defense Stockpile.
Sec. 1412. Consultations with respect to environmental reviews of
projects that will increase availability of strategic and
critical materials for acquisition for National Defense
Stockpile.
Subtitle C--Other Matters
Sec. 1421. Extension of authorities for funding and management of Joint
Department of Defense-Department of Veterans Affairs Medical
Facility Demonstration Fund for Captain James A. Lovell
Health Care Center, Illinois.
Sec. 1422. Eligibility of Space Force officers for membership on Armed
Forces Retirement Home Advisory Council.
Sec. 1423. Armed Forces Retirement Home: availability of licensed
practitioners.
Sec. 1424. Authorization of appropriations for Armed Forces Retirement
Home.
TITLE XV--CYBERSPACE-RELATED MATTERS
Subtitle A--Cyber Operations
Sec. 1501. Modification of prohibition on purchase of cyber data
products or services other than through the program
management office for Department of Defense-wide procurement
of cyber data products and services.
Sec. 1502. Department of Defense Information Network subordinate unified
command.
Sec. 1503. Establishment of the Department of Defense Hackathon program.
Sec. 1504. Support for cyber threat tabletop exercise program with the
defense industrial base.
Sec. 1505. Accounting of cloud computing capabilities of the Department
of Defense.
Subtitle B--Cybersecurity
Sec. 1511. Termination of reporting requirement for cross domain
incidents and exemptions to policies for information
technology.
Sec. 1512. Information technology programs of the National Background
Investigation Service.
Sec. 1513. Guidance for application of zero trust strategy to Internet
of Things hardware used in military operations.
Sec. 1514. Management and cybersecurity of multi-cloud environments.
Sec. 1515. Protective measures for mobile devices within the Department
of Defense.
Subtitle C--Information Technology and Data Management
Sec. 1521. Usability of antiquated and proprietary data formats for
modern operations.
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Sec. 1522. Modernization of the Department of Defense's Authorization to
Operate processes.
Sec. 1523. Update of biometric policy of Department of Defense.
Subtitle D--Artificial Intelligence
Sec. 1531. Artificial Intelligence Human Factors Integration Initiative.
Sec. 1532. Advanced computing infrastructure to enable advanced
artificial intelligence capabilities.
Sec. 1533. Cost budgeting for artificial intelligence data.
Sec. 1534. Evaluation of Federated Artificial Intelligence-Enabled
Weapon Systems Center of Excellence.
Subtitle E--Reports and Other Matters
Sec. 1541. Oversight and reporting on the Mission Partner Environment
and associated activities within the Department of Defense.
Sec. 1542. Extension of certification requirement regarding contracting
for military recruiting.
Sec. 1543. Prohibition on disestablishment or merger of officer career
paths within the Cyber Branch of the United States Army.
Sec. 1544. Independent assessment of cyber organizational models.
Sec. 1545. Limitation on availability of funds for the Joint Cyber
Warfighting Architecture.
Sec. 1546. Risk framework for foreign mobile applications of concern.
Sec. 1547. Joint partner-sharing network capabilities for Middle East
defense integration.
TITLE XVI--SPACE ACTIVITIES, STRATEGIC PROGRAMS, AND INTELLIGENCE
MATTERS
Subtitle A--Space Activities
Sec. 1601. Modification of Air Force space contractor responsibility
watch list.
Sec. 1602. Establishment of Commercial Augmentation Space Reserve.
Sec. 1603. Space Force satellite ground systems.
Sec. 1604. Modification of notification of foreign interference of
national security space.
Sec. 1605. Modifications to National Security Space Launch program.
Sec. 1606. Comptroller General review regarding Global Positioning
System modernization and other positioning, navigation, and
timing systems.
Sec. 1607. Senior Advisor for Space Command, Control, and Integration.
Sec. 1608. Pilot program to demonstrate hybrid satellite communication
architecture.
Sec. 1609. Middle East integrated space and satellite security
assessment.
Sec. 1610. Annual briefing on commercial space strategy of the Space
Force.
Subtitle B--Defense Intelligence and Intelligence-Related Activities
Sec. 1611. Extension and modification of authority to engage in certain
commercial activities as security for intelligence collection
activities.
Sec. 1612. Cyber intelligence capability.
Sec. 1613. Authority of Army counterintelligence agents.
Sec. 1614. Extension and modification of defense intelligence and
counterintelligence expense authority.
Sec. 1615. Intelligence advice and Department of Defense support for
Government of Israel in the defeat of Hamas.
Subtitle C--Nuclear Forces
Sec. 1621. Establishment of Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear
Deterrence, Chemical, and Biological Defense Policy and
Programs; improvements to processes of the Office of the
Secretary of Defense.
Sec. 1622. Extension and modification of certifications regarding
integrated tactical warning and attack assessment mission of
the Department of the Air Force.
Sec. 1623. Periodic updates on the modernization of the Strategic
Automated Command and Control System.
Sec. 1624. Modified requirements for report on the plan for the nuclear
weapons stockpile, nuclear weapons complex, nuclear weapons
delivery systems, and nuclear weapons command and control
system.
Sec. 1625. Matters relating to pilot program on development of reentry
vehicles and related systems.
Sec. 1626. Expansion of nuclear long range standoff capability.
Sec. 1627. Matters relating to the nuclear-armed sea-launched cruise
missile.
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Sec. 1628. Availability of Air Force procurement funds for heat shield
material for Mark 21A reentry vehicle.
Sec. 1629. Conditional requirements for Sentinel intercontinental
ballistic missile program.
Sec. 1630. Prohibition on reduction of intercontinental ballistic
missiles of the United States.
Sec. 1631. Limitation on use of funds for altering Air Force Global
Strike Command.
Sec. 1632. Limitations on use of funds to dismantle B83-1 nuclear
gravity bomb.
Sec. 1633. Limitation on availability of funds pending submission of
plan for decreasing the time to upload additional warheads to
the intercontinental ballistic missile fleet.
Sec. 1634. Limitation on availability of funds pending submission of
information on options for enhancing National Nuclear
Security Administration access to the defense industrial
base.
Sec. 1635. Defense Industrial Base workforce development strategy.
Sec. 1636. Long-term plan for strategic nuclear forces during delivery
vehicle transition.
Sec. 1637. Reports and briefings on recommendations of the Congressional
Commission on the Strategic Posture of the United States.
Sec. 1638. Sense of Congress with respect to use of artificial
intelligence to support strategic deterrence.
Subtitle D--Missile Defense Programs
Sec. 1641. Expansion of certain prohibitions relating to missile defense
information and systems to apply to People's Republic of
China.
Sec. 1642. Additional missile defense site for protection of United
States homeland.
Sec. 1643. Advice and assistance regarding enhancement of Jordanian air
and missile defense.
Sec. 1644. Iron Dome short-range rocket defense system and Israeli
cooperative missile defense program co-development and co-
production.
Sec. 1645. Limitation on availability of funds with respect to certain
missile defense system governance documents, policies, and
procedures.
Sec. 1646. Congressional notification requirement with respect to
incidents that affect availability of United States homeland
missile defenses.
Sec. 1647. Plan for comprehensive ballistic missile defense radar
coverage of Guam.
Sec. 1648. Annual briefing on missile defense of Guam.
Sec. 1649. Organization and codification of provisions of law relating
to missile defense.
Subtitle E--Other Matters
Sec. 1651. Cooperative threat reduction funds.
Sec. 1652. Temporary continuation of requirement for reports on
activities and assistance under Department of Defense
Cooperative Threat Reduction Program.
Sec. 1653. Modification to annual assessment of budget with respect to
electromagnetic spectrum operations capabilities.
Sec. 1654. Modification of milestone decision authority for space-based
ground and airborne moving target indication systems.
Sec. 1655. Designation of a senior defense official responsible for
establishment of national integrated air and missile defense
architecture for the United States.
TITLE XVII--OTHER DEFENSE MATTERS
Sec. 1701. Technical and conforming amendments.
Sec. 1702. Modification of humanitarian assistance authority.
Sec. 1703. Display of United States flag for patriotic and military
observances.
Sec. 1704. Exclusion of oceanographic research vessels from certain
sourcing requirements.
Sec. 1705. Expanding cooperative research and development agreements to
partnerships with United States territorial governments.
Sec. 1706. Use of royalty gas at McAlester Army Ammunition Plant.
Sec. 1707. Report on Iranian oil sales proceeds.
Sec. 1708. Prohibition on use of funds for temporary pier in Gaza.
Sec. 1709. Analysis of certain unmanned aircraft systems entities.
DIVISION B--MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AUTHORIZATIONS
Sec. 2001. Short title.
Sec. 2002. Expiration of authorizations and amounts required to be
specified by law.
Sec. 2003. Effective date.
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TITLE XXI--ARMY MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
Sec. 2101. Authorized Army construction and land acquisition projects.
Sec. 2102. Family housing.
Sec. 2103. Authorization of appropriations, Army.
Sec. 2104. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2018 project
at Kunsan Air Base, Korea.
Sec. 2105. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2019 project
at Mihail Kogalniceanu forward operating site, Romania.
Sec. 2106. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2020
projects.
Sec. 2107. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2021
projects.
Sec. 2108. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022
projects.
TITLE XXII--NAVY MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
Sec. 2201. Authorized Navy construction and land acquisition projects.
Sec. 2202. Family housing.
Sec. 2203. Authorization of appropriations, Navy.
Sec. 2204. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2019
projects.
Sec. 2205. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2020 project
at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona.
Sec. 2206. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2021
projects.
Sec. 2207. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022
projects.
TITLE XXIII--AIR FORCE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
Sec. 2301. Authorized Air Force construction and land acquisition
projects.
Sec. 2302. Family housing.
Sec. 2303. Authorization of appropriations, Air Force.
Sec. 2304. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2017 project
at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany.
Sec. 2305. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2018
projects.
Sec. 2306. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2019
projects.
Sec. 2307. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2020
projects.
Sec. 2308. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2021 project
at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia.
Sec. 2309. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022
projects.
TITLE XXIV--DEFENSE AGENCIES MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
Sec. 2401. Authorized Defense Agencies construction and land acquisition
projects.
Sec. 2402. Authorized Energy Resilience and Conservation Investment
program projects.
Sec. 2403. Authorization of appropriations, Defense Agencies.
Sec. 2404. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2018 project
at Iwakuni, Japan.
Sec. 2405. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2019 project
at Iwakuni, Japan.
Sec. 2406. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2020 project
at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania.
Sec. 2407. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2021
projects.
Sec. 2408. Modification of authority to carry out fiscal year 2022
project at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, District of
Columbia.
Sec. 2409. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022
projects.
TITLE XXV--INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
Subtitle A--North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment
Program
Sec. 2501. Authorized NATO construction and land acquisition projects.
Sec. 2502. Authorization of appropriations, NATO.
Sec. 2503. Extension of use of authorized amounts for North Atlantic
Treaty Organization Security Investment Program.
Subtitle B--Host Country In-Kind Contributions
Sec. 2511. Republic of Korea funded construction projects.
Sec. 2512. Republic of Poland funded construction projects.
TITLE XXVI--GUARD AND RESERVE FORCES FACILITIES
Sec. 2601. Authorized Army National Guard construction and land
acquisition projects.
Sec. 2602. Authorized Army Reserve construction and land acquisition
projects.
Sec. 2603. Authorized Navy Reserve and Marine Corps Reserve construction
and land acquisition projects.
Sec. 2604. Authorized Air National Guard construction and land
acquisition projects.
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Sec. 2605. Authorized Air Force Reserve construction and land
acquisition projects.
Sec. 2606. Authorization of appropriations, National Guard and Reserve.
Sec. 2607. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2018 project
at Hulman Regional Airport, Indiana.
Sec. 2608. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2020
projects.
Sec. 2609. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2021
projects.
Sec. 2610. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022
projects.
Sec. 2611. Modification of authority to carry out fiscal year 2022
project.
TITLE XXVII--BASE REALIGNMENT AND CLOSURE ACTIVITIES
Sec. 2701. Authorization of appropriations for base realignment and
closure activities funded through Department of Defense base
closure account.
TITLE XXVIII--MILITARY CONSTRUCTION GENERAL PROVISIONS
Subtitle A--Military Construction Programs
Sec. 2801. Modification of definition of military installation for
purposes of notifications related to basing decision-making
process.
Sec. 2802. Expansion of eligible grant recipients under the Defense
Community Infrastructure Program.
Sec. 2803. Process for strategic basing actions for the Department of
the Air Force.
Sec. 2804. Inclusion of land acquisition and demolitions projects in
authorized unspecified minor military construction project;
temporary expansion of authority for purchase of certain
land.
Sec. 2805. Amendments to defense laboratory modernization program.
Sec. 2806. Annual five-year plans on improvement of Department of
Defense innovation infrastructure.
Sec. 2807. Modification of authority for Indo-Pacific posture
unspecified minor military construction projects.
Sec. 2808. Extension of prohibition on joint use of Homestead Air
Reserve Base with civil aviation.
Sec. 2809. Information on military construction projects and repair
projects at joint bases.
Sec. 2810. Notification to Congress of reprogramming involving military
construction funds.
Sec. 2811. Obligation and execution of design funds for military
construction projects.
Sec. 2812. Schedule of repairs at Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida.
Subtitle B--Military Housing Reforms
Sec. 2821. Budget justification for certain Facilities Sustainment,
Restoration, and Modernization projects.
Sec. 2822. Strategy and assessment with respect to non-operational,
underutilized, and other Department of Defense facilities:
assessments of historic significance.
Sec. 2823. Application of certain authorities and standards to historic
military housing and associated historic properties of the
Department of the Army.
Sec. 2824. Extension of applicability for waivers of covered privacy and
configuration standards for covered military unaccompanied
housing.
Sec. 2825. Additional requirements for database of complaints made
regarding housing units of Department of Defense.
Sec. 2826. Digital system for submission of maintenance work order
requests for covered military unaccompanied housing required.
Sec. 2827. Modification to definition of privatized military housing.
Sec. 2828. Analysis of housing availability for critical civilian and
contractor personnel near rural military installations.
Sec. 2829. Digital facilities management systems for military
departments.
Sec. 2830. Strategy for use of existing leasing authorities to address
shortages of covered military unaccompanied housing required.
Sec. 2831. Independent assessment of estimated costs of certain
strategies to address shortages of covered military
unaccompanied housing.
Subtitle C--Real Property and Facilities Administration
Sec. 2841. Minimum capital investment for facilities sustainment,
restoration, and modernization.
Sec. 2842. Assistance for public infrastructure projects and services.
Sec. 2843. Contracts for design and construction of facilities of
Department of Defense.
Sec. 2844. Industrial plant equipment and associated services as in-kind
consideration under leases of non-excess property.
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Sec. 2845. Inclusion of tribal governments in intergovernmental support
agreements for installation-support services.
Sec. 2846. Temporary modification to authority to charge landing fees
for the use by civil aircraft of military airfields.
Sec. 2847. Stormwater management, shoreline erosion control, and water
resilience projects for installations and defense access
roads.
Sec. 2848. Pilot program to optimize and consolidate Department of
Defense facilities to improve health and resiliency in
defense communities.
Sec. 2849. Guidance regarding maintenance of aggregate square footage of
facilities of Department of Defense.
Sec. 2850. Expenditures on leased facilities and real property of the
Department of Defense.
Subtitle D--Land Conveyances
Sec. 2851. Extension of expanded authority to convey property at
military installations.
Sec. 2852. Technical correction to map reference in the Military Land
Withdrawals Act of 2013.
Sec. 2853. Land conveyance, Boyle Memorial Army Reserve Center, Paris,
Texas.
Sec. 2854. Land conveyance, Riverdale Park, Maryland.
Sec. 2855. Transfer authority, Mare Island Naval Shipyard, Vallejo,
California.
Sec. 2856. Release of interests retained in Camp Joseph T. Robinson,
Arkansas.
Sec. 2857. Land conveyance, Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista, Arizona.
Sec. 2858. Removal of certain conditions regarding conveyance of former
Army-Navy General Hospital, Hot Springs National Park, Hot
Springs, Arkansas, to the State of Arkansas.
Sec. 2859. Land conveyance and authorization for interim lease, Defense
Fuel Support Point San Pedro, Los Angeles, California.
Sec. 2860. Land conveyance, Fort Bliss, El Paso, Texas.
Sec. 2861. Cleanup and transfer of certain property at former Army
installation to East Bay Regional Park District.
Sec. 2862. Coordination of repair and maintenance of Kolekole Pass,
Hawaii.
Subtitle E--Other Matters
Sec. 2871. Consideration of installation infrastructure and other
supporting resources by Department of Defense Test Resource
Management Center.
Sec. 2872. Development and operation of the Naval Innovation Center at
the Naval Postgraduate School.
Sec. 2873. Extension of Department of the Army pilot program for
development and use of online real estate inventory tool.
Sec. 2874. Notification to Members of Congress for awards of contracts
for military construction projects.
Sec. 2875. Authorization of assistance to expedite certain military
construction projects located in Guam.
Sec. 2876. Report on munitions and explosives of concern and
construction projects in Joint Region Marianas.
Sec. 2877. Review of roles and responsibilities for construction
projects of Department of Defense.
Sec. 2878. Assessment of public schools on installations of Department
of Defense.
Sec. 2879. Updates to policies and guidance of the Department of the
Navy for the replacement of certain dry docks and other
projects.
Sec. 2880. Designation of officials responsible for coordination of
infrastructure projects to support additional members of the
Armed Forces and their families in the Indo-Pacific region.
Sec. 2881. Limitation on availability of funds until submission of
interim guidance for Department of Defense-wide standards for
access to military installations.
DIVISION C--DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY AUTHORIZATIONS AND
OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS
TITLE XXXI--DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS
Subtitle A--National Security Programs and Authorizations
Sec. 3101. National Nuclear Security Administration.
Sec. 3102. Defense environmental cleanup.
Sec. 3103. Other defense activities.
Sec. 3104. Nuclear energy.
Subtitle B--Program Authorizations, Restrictions, and Limitations
Sec. 3111. Improvements to National Nuclear Security Administration
management and processes.
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Sec. 3112. Prohibition on admittance to national security laboratories
and nuclear weapons production facilities.
Sec. 3113. Authority for National Nuclear Security Administration to use
passenger carriers for contractor commuting.
Sec. 3114. Authorization for modification of B61-13 nuclear weapon.
Sec. 3115. Limitation on availability of funds pending submission of
information on streamlining National Nuclear Security
Administration contracting.
Sec. 3116. Limitation on use of funds for naval nuclear fuel systems
based on low-enriched uranium.
Sec. 3117. Prohibition on availability of funds to reconvert or retire
W76-2 warheads.
Subtitle C--Reports and Other Matters
Sec. 3121. Modification to and termination of certain reporting
requirements under Atomic Energy Defense Act.
Sec. 3122. Modification of reporting requirements relating to cost-
benefit analyses for competition of management and operating
contracts.
Sec. 3123. Restoration of a domestic uranium enrichment capability.
Sec. 3124. Report on activities from U.S.-U.K. Mutual Defense Agreement.
Sec. 3125. Notification of certain regulations that impact the National
Nuclear Security Administration.
TITLE XXXII--DEFENSE NUCLEAR FACILITIES SAFETY BOARD
Sec. 3201. Authorization.
TITLE XXXIV--NAVAL PETROLEUM RESERVES
Sec. 3401. Authorization of appropriations.
TITLE XXXV--MARITIME ADMINISTRATION
Subtitle A--Maritime Administration
Sec. 3501. Authorization of appropriations for Maritime Administration.
Sec. 3502. Reauthorization of Maritime Security Program.
Subtitle B--Maritime Infrastructure
Sec. 3511. Port infrastructure development program.
Sec. 3512. Assessment of United States sealift capability.
Subtitle C--Reports
Sec. 3521. Independent study and report on Shanghai Shipping Exchange.
Sec. 3522. Study on transportation of personal protective equipment.
Subtitle D--Other Matters
Sec. 3531. Extension of certain provisions relating to Tanker Security
Fleet program.
Sec. 3532. Requirements for purchasing federally auctioned vessels.
Sec. 3533. Recapitalization of National Defense Reserve Fleet.
Sec. 3534. Armed Forces merchant mariner officer expedited preparation
program.
Sec. 3535. Technical clarifications.
Sec. 3536. Buy America requirements for shipyard modernization and
improvement program.
Sec. 3537. Nomination of Merchant Marine cadets in event of death,
resignation, or expulsion from office of Member of Congress
otherwise authorized to nominate.
Sec. 3538. Amended license applications for certain deepwater ports for
natural gas.
DIVISION D--FUNDING TABLES
Sec. 4001. Authorization of amounts in funding tables.
TITLE XLI--PROCUREMENT
Sec. 4101. Procurement.
TITLE XLII--RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION
Sec. 4201. Research, development, test, and evaluation.
TITLE XLIII--OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Sec. 4301. Operation and maintenance.
TITLE XLIV--MILITARY PERSONNEL
Sec. 4401. Military personnel.
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TITLE XLV--OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS
Sec. 4501. Other authorizations.
TITLE XLVI--MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
Sec. 4601. Military construction.
TITLE XLVII--DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS
Sec. 4701. Department of Energy National Security Programs.
DIVISION E--OTHER MATTERS
TITLE L--VETERANS AFFAIRS MATTERS
Sec. 5001. Grants for State, county, and tribal veterans' cemeteries
that allow interment of certain persons eligible for
interment in national cemeteries.
Sec. 5002. Telephone helpline for assistance for veterans and other
eligible individuals.
Sec. 5003. Report on Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry 2.0.
TITLE LI--FOREIGN AFFAIRS MATTERS
Subtitle A--United States Foundation for International Conservation Act
of 2024
Sec. 5101. Definitions.
Sec. 5102. United States Foundation for International Conservation.
Sec. 5103. Governance of the Foundation.
Sec. 5104. Corporate powers and obligations of the Foundation.
Sec. 5105. Safeguards and accountability.
Sec. 5106. Projects and grants.
Sec. 5107. Prohibition of support for certain governments.
Sec. 5108. Annual report.
Sec. 5109. Authorization of appropriations.
Subtitle B--Western Hemisphere Partnership Act
Sec. 5111. Short title.
Sec. 5112. United States policy in the Western Hemisphere.
Sec. 5113. Promoting security and the rule of law in the Western
Hemisphere.
Sec. 5114. Promoting digitalization and cybersecurity in the Western
Hemisphere.
Sec. 5115. Promoting economic and commercial partnerships in the Western
Hemisphere.
Sec. 5116. Promoting transparency and democratic governance in the
Western Hemisphere.
Sec. 5117. Sense of Congress on prioritizing nomination and confirmation
of qualified ambassadors.
Sec. 5118. Western Hemisphere defined.
Sec. 5119. Report on efforts to capture and detain United States
citizens as hostages.
Subtitle C--Other Matters
Sec. 5121. Improving multilateral cooperation to improve the security of
Taiwan.
Sec. 5122. Millennium Challenge Corporation candidate country reform.
Sec. 5123. Extension of sunset.
Sec. 5124. Strategy and grant program to promote internet freedom in
Iran.
TITLE LII--JUDICIARY MATTERS
Subtitle A--Law Enforcement And Victim Support Act of 2024
Sec. 5201. Short title.
Sec. 5202. Project Safe Childhood Act.
Sec. 5203. Administrative False Claims Act of 2023.
Subtitle B--Other Matters
Sec. 5211. Modernizing law enforcement notification.
TITLE LIII--NATURAL RESOURCES MATTERS
Subtitle A--WILD Act
Sec. 5301. Short title.
Sec. 5302. Partners for Fish and Wildlife Act.
Sec. 5303. African Elephant Conservation Act.
Sec. 5304. Asian Elephant Conservation Act of 1997.
Sec. 5305. Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Act of 1994.
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Sec. 5306. Great Ape Conservation Act of 2000.
Sec. 5307. Marine Turtle Conservation Act of 2004.
Sec. 5308. Reporting requirements.
Subtitle B--Other Matters
Sec. 5311. Reauthorization of Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins
endangered fish and threatened fish recovery implementation
programs.
TITLE LIV--TELECOMMUNICATIONS-RELATED MATTERS
Sec. 5401. Short title.
Sec. 5402. Definitions.
Sec. 5403. FCC auction of certain licenses.
Sec. 5404. Spectrum auction trust fund.
Sec. 5405. Increase in limitation on expenditure under secure and
trusted communications networks reimbursement program.
TITLE LV--TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE MATTERS
Sec. 5501. GAO study and report on intentional disruption of the
national airspace system.
Sec. 5502. Frank A. Lobiondo National Aerospace Safety and Security
Campus.
TITLE LVI--HOMELAND SECURITY-RELATED MATTERS
Subtitle A--Securing Adjacent Federal Property
Sec. 5601. Short title.
Sec. 5602. Definitions.
Sec. 5603. Government-wide study.
Subtitle B--Other Matters
Sec. 5611. Department of Homeland Security Northern Border Mission
Center.
Sec. 5612. Comptroller General report on the Homeland Security
Information Network.
TITLE LVII--MISCELLANEOUS
Sec. 5701. Treatment of payments from the railroad unemployment
insurance account.
Sec. 5702. Extension of learning period for certain safety regulations
relating to space flight participants.
Sec. 5703. Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal.
Sec. 5704. Extension of competitive service status authority for
employees of a Lead Inspector General for Overseas
Contingency Operation.
Sec. 5705. Readmission requirements for servicemembers.
DIVISION F--INTELLIGENCE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025
Sec. 6001. Short title; table of contents.
Sec. 6002. Definitions.
Sec. 6003. Explanatory statement.
TITLE LXI--INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES
Sec. 6101. Authorization of appropriations.
Sec. 6102. Classified Schedule of Authorizations.
Sec. 6103. Intelligence Community Management Account.
Sec. 6104. Increase in employee compensation and benefits authorized by
law.
Sec. 6105. Restriction on conduct of intelligence activities.
TITLE LXII--CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY RETIREMENT AND DISABILITY SYSTEM
Sec. 6201. Authorization of appropriations.
TITLE LXIII--INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY MATTERS
Subtitle A--Intelligence Community Generally
Sec. 6301. Improvements relating to conflicts of interest in the
Intelligence Innovation Board.
Sec. 6302. National Threat Identification and Prioritization Assessment
and National Counterintelligence Strategy.
Sec. 6303. Prohibition on availability of funds for certain activities
of the Overt Human Intelligence and Open Source Intelligence
Collection Programs of the Office of Intelligence and
Analysis of the Department of Homeland Security.
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Sec. 6304. Improvements to advisory board of National Reconnaissance
Office.
Sec. 6305. National Intelligence University acceptance of grants.
Sec. 6306. Expenditure of funds for certain intelligence and
counterintelligence activities of the Coast Guard.
Sec. 6307. Codification of the National Intelligence Management Council.
Sec. 6308. Responsibilities and authorities of the Director of National
Intelligence.
Sec. 6309. Formalized counterintelligence training for Department of
Energy personnel.
Subtitle B--Matters Relating to Central Intelligence Agency
Sec. 6311. Requirements for the Special Victim Investigator.
Subtitle C--Reports and Other Matters
Sec. 6321. Extension of requirement for annual report on strikes
undertaken by the United States against terrorist targets
outside areas of active hostilities.
Sec. 6322. Budget transparency for open-source intelligence activities.
Sec. 6323. Report on the mission effect of civilian harm.
TITLE LXIV--COUNTERING FOREIGN THREATS
Subtitle A--People's Republic of China
Sec. 6401. Assessment of current status of biotechnology of People's
Republic of China.
Sec. 6402. Report on the economic outlook of China.
Sec. 6403. Intelligence sharing with law enforcement agencies on
synthetic opioid precursor chemicals originating in People's
Republic of China.
Sec. 6404. Report on efforts of the People's Republic of China to evade
United States transparency and national security regulations.
Sec. 6405. Assessment on recruitment of Mandarin speakers.
Subtitle B--The Russian Federation
Sec. 6411. Report on Russian Federation sponsorship of acts of
international terrorism.
Sec. 6412. Assessment of likely course of war in Ukraine.
Sec. 6413. Ukraine lessons learned working group.
Subtitle C--International Terrorism
Sec. 6421. Assessment and report on the threat of ISIS-Khorasan to the
United States.
Subtitle D--Other Foreign Threats
Sec. 6431. Assessment of visa-free travel to and within Western
Hemisphere by nationals of countries of concern.
Sec. 6432. Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence review of
visitors and assignees.
Sec. 6433. Assessment of the lessons learned by the intelligence
community with respect to the Israel-Hamas war.
Sec. 6434. Central Intelligence Agency intelligence assessment on Tren
de Aragua.
Sec. 6435. Assessment of Maduro regime's economic and security
relationships with state sponsors of terrorism and foreign
terrorist organizations.
Sec. 6436. Continued congressional oversight of Iranian expenditures
supporting foreign military and terrorist activities.
Sec. 6437. Analyses and impact statements regarding proposed investment
into the United States.
TITLE LXV--EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
Sec. 6501. Intelligence strategy to counter foreign adversary efforts to
utilize biotechnologies in ways that threaten United States
national security.
Sec. 6502. Improvements to the roles, missions, and objectives of the
National Counterproliferation and Biosecurity Center.
Sec. 6503. Enhancing capabilities to detect foreign adversary threats
relating to biological data.
Sec. 6504. Establishment of Artificial Intelligence Security Center.
Sec. 6505. Sense of Congress encouraging intelligence community to
increase private sector capital partnerships and partnership
with Federal partners to secure enduring technological
advantages.
Sec. 6506. Enhancement of authority for intelligence community public-
private talent exchanges.
Sec. 6507. Sense of Congress on hostile foreign cyber actors.
Sec. 6508. Deeming ransomware threats to critical infrastructure as
national intelligence priority.
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Sec. 6509. Enhancing public-private sharing on manipulative adversary
practices in critical mineral projects.
TITLE LXVI--SECURITY CLEARANCES AND INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY WORKFORCE
IMPROVEMENTS
Subtitle A--Security Clearances and Controlled Access Program
Improvements
Sec. 6601. Security clearances held by certain former employees of
intelligence community.
Sec. 6602. Limitation on availability of funds for new controlled access
programs.
Sec. 6603. Limitation on transfers from controlled access programs.
Sec. 6604. Data with respect to timeliness of polygraph examinations.
Subtitle B--Workforce Improvements
Sec. 6611. Enabling intelligence community integration.
Sec. 6612. Appointment of spouses of certain Federal employees.
Sec. 6613. Plan for staffing the intelligence collection positions of
the Central Intelligence Agency.
Sec. 6614. Congressional notifications and summaries of misconduct
regarding employees within the intelligence community.
Sec. 6615. Modification to waiver for post-service employment
restrictions.
Sec. 6616. Intelligence community recruitment for certain security-
cleared separating military members.
Sec. 6617. Strategy to strengthen intelligence community recruitment
efforts in the United States territories.
Sec. 6618. Pilot program on establishing a geospatial workforce
development program.
TITLE LXVII--WHISTLEBLOWERS
Sec. 6701. Improvements to urgent concerns submitted to Inspectors
General of the Intelligence Community.
Sec. 6702. Protection for individuals making authorized disclosures to
inspectors general of elements of the intelligence community.
Sec. 6703. Clarification of authority of certain Inspectors General to
receive protected disclosures.
TITLE LXVIII--UNIDENTIFIED ANOMALOUS PHENOMENA
Sec. 6801. Comptroller General of the United States review of All-domain
Anomaly Resolution Office.
Sec. 6802. Sunset of requirements relating to audits of unidentified
anomalous phenomena historical record report.
TITLE LXIX--OTHER MATTERS
Sec. 6901. Modification and repeal of reporting requirements.
Sec. 6902. Technical amendments.
DIVISION G--DEPARTMENT OF STATE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025
Sec. 7001. Short title; table of contents.
Sec. 7002. Definitions.
TITLE LXXI--WORKFORCE MATTERS
Sec. 7101. Competitive local compensation plan.
Sec. 7102. Strategy for targeted recruitment of civil servants.
Sec. 7103. Electronic medical records.
Sec. 7104. Portability of professional licenses.
Sec. 7105. Expanding opportunities for Department-paid student
internship program.
Sec. 7106. Career intermission program adjustment to enhance retention.
Sec. 7107. Assignment process modernization.
Sec. 7108. Report on modifying consular tour and first tours
requirements.
Sec. 7109. Per diem allowance for newly hired members of the Foreign
Service.
Sec. 7110. Termination of residential or motor vehicle leases and
telephone service contracts for members of the Foreign
Service.
Sec. 7111. Needs-based childcare subsidies enrollment period.
Sec. 7112. Comptroller General report on Department traveler experience.
Sec. 7113. Semiannual report on global footprint.
Sec. 7114. Report on former Federal employees advising foreign
governments.
Sec. 7115. Authority to pay for or reimburse for certain security
services.
TITLE LXXII--ORGANIZATION AND OPERATIONS
Sec. 7201. State-of-the-art building facilities.
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Sec. 7202. Presence of chiefs of mission at diplomatic posts.
Sec. 7203. Periodic Inspector General reviews of chiefs of mission.
Sec. 7204. Special Envoy for Sudan.
Sec. 7205. Special Envoy for Belarus.
Sec. 7206. National Museum of American Diplomacy.
Sec. 7207. Overseas buildings due diligence.
Sec. 7208. Restrictions on the use of funds for solar panels.
Sec. 7209. Responsiveness to Congressional Research Service inquiries
and Congressional Budget Office inquiries.
Sec. 7210. Expedited opening of diplomatic missions.
Sec. 7211. Report on United States Consulate in Chengdu, People's
Republic of China.
Sec. 7212. Personnel reporting.
Sec. 7213. Support co-location with allied partner nations.
Sec. 7214. Streamline qualification of construction contract bidders.
Sec. 7215. Continuation of rest and recuperation and overseas operations
leave.
Sec. 7216. Overseas crisis response system and strategy.
TITLE LXXIII--INFORMATION SECURITY AND CYBER DIPLOMACY
Sec. 7301. Realigning the Regional Technology Officer Program.
Sec. 7302. Measures to protect Department devices from the proliferation
and use of foreign commercial spyware.
Sec. 7303. Report on cloud computing in Bureau of Consular Affairs.
Sec. 7304. Information technology pilot projects.
Sec. 7305. Leveraging approved technology for administrative
efficiencies.
TITLE LXXIV--PUBLIC DIPLOMACY
Sec. 7401. United States Agency for Global Media.
Sec. 7402. Extension of authorizations to support United States
participation in international fairs and expos.
Sec. 7403. Research and scholar exchange partnerships.
TITLE LXXV--DIPLOMATIC SECURITY AND CONSULAR AFFAIRS
Sec. 7501. Human trafficking authority.
Sec. 7502. Congressional notification for Serious Security Incidents.
Sec. 7503. Notifications regarding security decisions at diplomatic
posts.
Sec. 7504. Security clearance suspension pay flexibilities.
Sec. 7505. Modification to notification requirement for security
clearance suspensions and revocations.
Sec. 7506. Passport automation modernization.
Sec. 7507. Passport acceptance, courier services, and expiration dates.
Sec. 7508. Passport system reform and backlog prevention.
Sec. 7509. Sean and David Goldman International Child Abduction
Prevention and Return Act of 2014 Act amendments.
TITLE LXXVI--UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Sec. 7601. Personal service agreement authority for the United States
Agency for International Development.
Sec. 7602. Crisis operations and disaster surge staffing.
Sec. 7603. Education allowance while on military leave.
Sec. 7604. Inclusion in the pet transportation exception to the Fly
America Act.
TITLE LXXVII--DETERRING AND PREVENTING UNLAWFUL OR WRONGFUL DETENTION
Sec. 7701. Hostage recovery support.
Sec. 7702. Options and strategies for reducing likelihood of United
States nationals being unlawfully or wrongfully detained or
taken hostage.
Sec. 7703. Additional funding for sanctions implementation.
Sec. 7704. Enhancing United States travel advisories.
Sec. 7705. Coordination with transportation authorities and industry on
travel advisories.
Sec. 7706. Privacy Act waiver and passport renewals.
Sec. 7707. Timeline for unlawful or wrongful detention determinations.
Sec. 7708. Declarations of invalidity.
TITLE LXXVIII--OTHER MATTERS
Sec. 7801. Authorization of appropriations to promote United States
citizen employment at the United Nations and international
organizations.
Sec. 7802. Amendment to Rewards for Justice program.
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Sec. 7803. United States-Africa Leaders Summit and related matters.
Sec. 7804. Summit of the Americas.
Sec. 7805. Extension of certain payment in connection with the
International Space Station.
Sec. 7806. Inclusion of cost associated with producing reports.
Sec. 7807. Fentanyl reporting and authorities.
Sec. 7808. Strengthening tracking of Tranq.
Sec. 7809. SIGAR sunset and transition.
Sec. 7810. Coordinator for Afghan Relocation Efforts.
Sec. 7811. Feasibility study for reimbursement of certain expenses of
persons evacuated from Afghanistan.
Sec. 7812. Extensions.
SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS.
In this Act:
(1) <<NOTE: 1 USC 1 note.>> In divisions A through D, the
term ``this Act'' refers to divisions A through D.
(2) The term ``congressional defense committees'' has the
meaning given that term in section 101(a)(16) of title 10,
United States Code.
SEC. 4. BUDGETARY EFFECTS OF THIS ACT.
The budgetary effects of this Act, for the purposes of complying
with the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010, shall be determined by
reference to the latest statement titled ``Budgetary Effects of PAYGO
Legislation'' for this Act, jointly submitted for printing in the
Congressional Record by the Chairmen of the House and Senate Budget
Committees, provided that such statement has been submitted prior to the
vote on passage in the House acting first on the conference report or
amendment between the Houses.
SEC. 5. JOINT EXPLANATORY STATEMENT.
The joint explanatory statement regarding this Act, printed in the
House section of the Congressional Record on or about December 11, 2024,
by the Chairman of the Committee on Armed Services of the House of
Representatives and the Chairman of the Committee on Armed Services of
the Senate, shall have the same effect with respect to the
implementation of this Act as if it were a joint explanatory statement
of a committee of conference.
DIVISION A--DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE AUTHORIZATIONS
TITLE I--PROCUREMENT
Subtitle A--Authorization of Appropriations
Sec. 101. Authorization of appropriations.
Subtitle B--Army Programs
Sec. 111. Centralized Security Monitoring Program for facilities of the
Army.
Sec. 112. Pilot program on the use of robotic targets to enhance the
lethality of the reserve components of the Army.
Sec. 113. Plan for additional kinetic effectors for low, slow, small
unmanned aircraft integrated defeat system of the Army.
Sec. 114. Report on procurement of energetic materials from sources
outside of the United States.
Subtitle C--Navy Programs
Sec. 121. Modifications to procurement authorities for certain
amphibious shipbuilding programs.
Sec. 122. Modification of requirement to incorporate advanced degaussing
systems into Arleigh Burke class destroyers.
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Sec. 123. Extension of prohibition on availability of funds for Navy
port waterborne security barriers.
Sec. 124. Modification of annual report on cost targets for certain
aircraft carriers.
Sec. 125. Designation of official responsible for autonomous surface and
underwater dual-modality vehicles.
Sec. 126. Multiyear procurement authority for CH-53K aircraft and T408
engines.
Sec. 127. Recapitalization of tactical fighter aircraft of the Navy
Reserve.
Sec. 128. Limitation on the construction of the Landing Ship Medium.
Sec. 129. Limitation on availability of funds for Constellation-class
frigate program pending certification on basic and functional
design.
Sec. 130. Limitation on structural improvements and electrical power
upgrades for AH-1Z and UH-1Y helicopters.
Sec. 131. Annual report on surface ship suppliers.
Subtitle D--Air Force Programs
Sec. 141. Extension of limitations and minimum inventory requirement
relating to RQ-4 aircraft.
Sec. 142. Annual report on Air Force tactical fighter aircraft force
structure.
Sec. 143. Modifications to inventory requirements for certain aircraft.
Sec. 144. Extension of prohibition on certain reductions to inventory of
E-3 airborne warning and control system aircraft.
Sec. 145. Extension of requirements relating to C-130 aircraft.
Sec. 146. Management of temporary relocation of B-1 bomber aircraft and
personnel.
Sec. 147. Consolidation of authorities relating to Air Force landing
gear.
Sec. 148. Recapitalization of air refueling tanker aircraft of the
reserve components of the Air Force.
Sec. 149. Prohibition on reduction of KC-135 aircraft in PMAI of the
reserve components.
Sec. 150. Prohibition on retirement of F-15E aircraft and requirement to
conduct fighter aircraft capabilities and requirements study.
Sec. 151. Notification of delays in delivery of MH-139 aircraft.
Sec. 152. Plan and requirements for fielding air base air defense sites
at Air Force installations.
Sec. 153. Plan for establishment and maintenance of F-16 simulators at
Air National Guard training centers.
Sec. 154. Plan for sustainment and recapitalization of Air National
Guard fighter fleet.
Subtitle E--Defense-wide, Joint, and Multiservice Matters
Sec. 161. Modification to Air Force and Navy use of commercial dual-use
parts in certain aircraft and engines.
Sec. 162. Measures to increase supply chain resiliency for small
unmanned aerial systems.
Sec. 163. Policy on qualifications of contractors for into-plane fuel
deliveries for heavy-lift aircraft.
Sec. 164. Prohibition on operation, procurement, and contracting related
to foreign-made light detection and ranging technology.
Sec. 165. Limitation on procurement of F-35 aircraft pending
certification on improvements and correction of deficiencies.
Sec. 166. Assessments of inventory requirements for air-to-air missiles.
Sec. 167. Plan for signals intelligence capabilities of armed overwatch
aircraft.
Subtitle A--Authorization of Appropriations
SEC. 101. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025
for procurement for the Army, the Navy and the Marine Corps, the Air
Force and the Space Force, and Defense-wide activities, as specified in
the funding table in section 4101.
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Subtitle B--Army Programs
SEC. 111. <<NOTE: 10 USC 7013 note.>> CENTRALIZED SECURITY
MONITORING PROGRAM FOR FACILITIES OF THE
ARMY.
(a) <<NOTE: Implementation plan.>> In General.--The Secretary of the
Army, in coordination with the heads of relevant organizations of the
Department of Defense and other departments and agencies of the Federal
Government, shall develop a plan for the implementation of a Centralized
Security Monitoring Program (referred to in this section as the
``Program'') for installations and facilities of the Department of the
Army within the United States.
(b) Elements.--The plan required by subsection (a) shall include the
following:
(1) Proposed security solution.--A proposal for the
development and implementation of a cost-effective, scalable
solution to modernize and centralize security operations across
Army facilities in the United States with full consideration
given to minimizing operational impacts while maximizing
technological advantages for enhanced security.
(2) Locations.--Identification of at least three military
installations selected to host the Program. These locations
shall--
(A) serve as the primary hubs for the continuous
monitoring of installation security across all
installations of the Department of the Army in the
United States;
(B) represent a mix of large and extra-large
facilities, as defined by the 2016 business case
analysis conducted by the Provost Marshal General of the
Army; and
(C) be chosen based on geographical diversity and
their strategic importance to the Army's overall
security infrastructure.
(3) Cost.--A comprehensive breakdown of the full costs of
the Program, including--
(A) initial capital expenditure for system
implementation;
(B) the cost of networking all installations and
facilities across the Department of the Army within the
United States;
(C) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> estimated operation and
maintenance costs;
(D) <<NOTE: Funding schedule.>> a detailed funding
schedule with expenditures projected across the period
covered by the most recent future-years defense program
submitted to Congress under section 221 of title 10,
United States Code (as of the date of the plan); and
(E) identification of potential cost-saving
opportunities from the consolidation of current security
monitoring systems.
(4) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Analysis of viability.--An
assessment of the viability of funding and sustaining the
Program across the period covered by the most recent future-
years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of
title 10, United States Code (as of the date of the plan),
considering--
(A) the financial impact relative to existing Army
security infrastructure budgets;
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(B) cost-benefit analysis of upgrading existing
systems versus implementing new technologies at each
selected location; and
(C) identification of technological challenges or
barriers to implementing modern monitoring solutions.
(5) <<NOTE: List.>> Authorities.--A list of any additional
authorities, appropriations, or other resources necessary to
ensure the success of the Program.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Submittal to Congress.--Not later than
September 1, 2025, the Secretary of the Army shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives
a completed version of the plan developed under subsection (a).
(d) <<NOTE: Certification.>> Limitation on Commencement.--The
Secretary of the Army may not commence implementation of the Program
until the date on which the Secretary certifies to the congressional
defense committees that sufficient appropriations for military
construction and operational costs have been programmed to fund the
Program.
(e) Deadline for Implementation.--
(1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), the
Secretary of the Army shall implement the Program by not later
than January 1, 2027.
(2) Alternative implementation date.--In the event the
certification described in subsection (d) is not submitted on or
before January 1, 2027, the Secretary of the Army shall
implement the Program as soon as practicable after the date on
which such certification is so submitted.
SEC. 112. <<NOTE: 10 USC 10101 note.>> PILOT PROGRAM ON THE USE OF
ROBOTIC TARGETS TO ENHANCE THE LETHALITY
OF THE RESERVE COMPONENTS OF THE ARMY.
(a) Establishment.--The Secretary of the Army shall carry out a
pilot program under which the Secretary incorporates the use of moving
robotic target systems into live fire training provided to select
infantry units of the reserve and National Guard components of the Army.
(b) Designation.--The pilot program under subsection (a) shall be
known as the ``Lethality and Warfighting Enhancement Program''.
(c) Locations.--The Secretary of the Army shall select not fewer
than three military installations at which to conduct the pilot program
under subsection (a).
(d) Objectives.--The objectives of the pilot program under
subsection (a) shall be--
(1) to increase the lethality of the combined fighting force
of the Army by providing reserve component and National Guard
infantry units with the opportunity to conduct realistic live
fire training on state-of-the-art moving robotic target systems;
and
(2) to demonstrate the effect of such training on small arms
proficiency and lethality in ground combat operations.
(e) Selection of Participating Units.--The Secretary of the Army
shall select infantry units of the reserve components of the Army to
participate in the pilot program under subsection (a) taking into
consideration--
(1) the past performance of the unit;
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(2) the readiness status of the unit, with an emphasis on
providing training to those units designated as preparing to
deploy or at a similarly designated readiness status; and
(3) the likelihood that a unit would be actively deployed or
commanded to conduct decisive action.
(f) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Commencement.--The Secretary of the Army
shall commence the pilot program under subsection (a) not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act.
(g) Termination.--The pilot program under subsection (a) shall
terminate five years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
(h) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefings.--Not later than 90 days after
concluding activities under the pilot program at a military installation
selected under subsection (c), the Secretary of the Army shall provide
to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a briefing that includes a description of--
(1) the manner in which the program was conducted at such
installation; and
(2) any results achieved under the program at such
installation.
(i) Contract Authority.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary of the Army is authorized to
enter into one or more contracts for the procurement of moving
robotic target systems for use in the pilot program under
subsection (a).
(2) Required capabilities.--Robotic target systems procured
under paragraph (1) shall be capable of--
(A) conducting multiple realistic offensive and
defensive scenarios in a single training session that
are consistent with combat operations;
(B) operating in an unpredictable, realistic, and
reactionary fashion;
(C) objectively scoring trainee performance;
(D) maneuvering across diverse geographic
landscapes, including snow, ice, soft soils, extreme
heat, extreme cold, wooded terrain and offroad areas;
(E) operating at distances greater than 100 yards
from the range operator;
(F) surviving live fire from 6.8 mm rounds and the
Next Generation Squad Weapon of the Army; and
(G) fully functioning in all reasonably expected
weather conditions.
SEC. 113. PLAN FOR ADDITIONAL KINETIC EFFECTORS FOR LOW, SLOW,
SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT INTEGRATED DEFEAT
SYSTEM OF THE ARMY.
(a) Plan Required.--The Secretary of the Army shall develop and
implement a plan for the procurement and fielding of additional kinetic
effectors for the low, slow, small unmanned aircraft integrated defeat
system of the Army (FS-LIDS and M-LIDS).
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing.--Not later than September 30,
2025, the Secretary of the Army shall provide to the congressional
defense committees a briefing on the plan developed under subsection
(a).
SEC. 114. REPORT ON PROCUREMENT OF ENERGETIC MATERIALS FROM
SOURCES OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.
(a) Report.--Not later than September 30, 2025, the Secretary of the
Army shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on
the procurement, by the Army from sources outside
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of the United States, of energetic materials that are otherwise
available from Federal Government-owned production facilities.
(b) Elements.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include
the following:
(1) <<NOTE: List.>> A list of all energetic materials that
are in production at a Federal Government-owned production
facility but that are nonetheless procured by the Army from a
source outside of the United States.
(2) The authorities and production capacity the Army has
available to ensure it procures energetic materials, to the
maximum extent practicable, from domestic sources to meet the
national security needs of the United States.
(3) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> An evaluation of the factors that
the Army considers when procuring energetic materials from a
source outside of the United States, including the production
capacity for such materials at Federal Government-owned
production facilities, the cost of materials, and the timelines
associated with the production of end items.
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``end item'' has the meaning given that term in
section 4863(m) of title 10, United States Code.
(2) The term ``energetic materials'' means critical
chemicals and formulations that--
(A) release large amounts of stored chemical energy;
and
(B) are capable of being used as explosives,
propellants, pyrotechnics, and reactive materials that
create lethal effects in warheads in kinetic weapons
components and systems.
Subtitle C--Navy Programs
SEC. 121. MODIFICATIONS TO PROCUREMENT AUTHORITIES FOR CERTAIN
AMPHIBIOUS SHIPBUILDING PROGRAMS.
Section 129 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat. 2448) is
amended--
(1) in subsection (c)--
(A) in the subsection heading, by inserting ``Across
Programs'' after ``Advance Procurement''; and
(B) by inserting ``across programs'' after ``advance
procurement'';
(2) by redesignating subsections (d), (e), and (f) as
subsections (e), (f), and (g), respectively; and
(3) by inserting after subsection (c) the following new
subsection:
``(d) Authority to Enter Into Economic Order Quantity Contracts.--
The Secretary of the Navy may use funds made available to carry out this
section to enter into contracts known as `economic order quantity
contracts' with private shipyards and other commercial or government
entities to achieve economic efficiencies based on production economies
for major components or subsystems of covered ships. The authority under
this subsection extends to the procurement of parts, components, and
systems (including weapon systems) common with, and required for,
covered ships under joint economic order quantity contracts.''.
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SEC. 122. MODIFICATION OF REQUIREMENT TO INCORPORATE ADVANCED
DEGAUSSING SYSTEMS INTO ARLEIGH BURKE
CLASS DESTROYERS.
Section 124(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 1570) is amended by striking
``fiscal year 2025'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2028''.
SEC. 123. EXTENSION OF PROHIBITION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR
NAVY PORT WATERBORNE SECURITY BARRIERS.
Section 130(a) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 132 Stat. 1665), as most
recently amended by section 122 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 169), is further
amended by striking ``through 2024'' and inserting ``through 2025''.
SEC. 124. MODIFICATION OF ANNUAL REPORT ON COST TARGETS FOR
CERTAIN AIRCRAFT CARRIERS.
Section 126(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 130 Stat. 2035) is amended--
(1) in the subsection heading, by striking ``and CVN-81'';
and inserting ``CVN-81, and Subsequent Carriers'';
(2) in paragraph (1) by striking ``and the CVN-81'' and
inserting ``the CVN-81, and each subsequent Ford-class aircraft
carrier'';
(3) in paragraph (2)--
(A) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by
striking ``and the CVN-81'' and inserting ``the CVN-81,
and each subsequent Ford-class aircraft carrier''; and
(B) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraphs:
``(H) A comparison of the ship cost baseline to the
most recent budget estimate available as of the date of
the report, set forth separately for costs related to--
``(i) development;
``(ii) procurement; and
``(iii) operations and sustainment.
``(I) For each contract that requires the production
of a contract performance report, estimates from the
contractor and program manager of--
``(i) the total cost of the ship at
completion, taking into account any changes in
costs known or anticipated as of the date of the
report; and
``(ii) the schedule for completion of the
ship, taking into account any variances to such
schedule known or anticipated as of the date of
the report.''; and
(4) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(3) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Commencement and termination of
reporting.--The requirement to submit a report with respect to a
Ford-class aircraft carrier under paragraph (1) shall--
``(A) begin in the year following the first fiscal
year for which funds are appropriated for the
procurement of the carrier; and
``(B) end on the date the carrier reaches its
obligation work limiting date.''.
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SEC. 125. <<NOTE: 10 USC 8013 note.>> DESIGNATION OF OFFICIAL
RESPONSIBLE FOR AUTONOMOUS SURFACE AND
UNDERWATER DUAL-MODALITY VEHICLES.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Designation Required.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the
Navy shall designate an appropriate official within the Department of
the Navy to have primary responsibility for the development and
acquisition of surface and underwater dual-modality, advanced autonomous
vehicles, consistent with warfighter requirements.
(b) Program Element.--The Secretary of the Navy shall ensure, within
budget program elements for the Navy, that there is a dedicated program
element for the development and acquisition of surface and underwater
dual-modality, advanced autonomous vehicles.
SEC. 126. MULTIYEAR PROCUREMENT AUTHORITY FOR CH-53K AIRCRAFT AND
T408 ENGINES.
(a) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Authority for Multiyear Procurement.--
Subject to section 3501 of title 10, United States Code, the Secretary
of the Navy may enter into one or more multiyear contracts, beginning
with the fiscal year 2025 program year, for the procurement of the
following:
(1) CH-53K aircraft.
(2) T408 engines for such aircraft.
(b) Condition for Out-year Contract Payments.--A contract entered
into under subsection (a) shall provide that any obligation of the
United States to make a payment under the contract for a fiscal year
after fiscal year 2025 is subject to the availability of appropriations
or funds for that purpose for such later fiscal year.
(c) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Authority for Advance Procurement.--
The Secretary of the Navy may enter into one or more contracts,
beginning in fiscal year 2025, for advance procurement associated with
the aircraft and engines for which authorization to enter into a
multiyear procurement contract is provided under subsection (a), which
may include procurement of economic order quantities of material and
equipment for such aircraft or engines when cost savings are achievable.
SEC. 127. RECAPITALIZATION OF TACTICAL FIGHTER AIRCRAFT OF THE
NAVY RESERVE.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of the Navy shall ensure that all
covered F-18 aircraft are--
(1) provided only to the Navy Reserve; and
(2) used to recapitalize and maintain, within the Navy
Reserve, a threat representative adversary support capability
that may be used in support of training activities of the
Department of Defense.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Plan Required.--Not later than April 15,
2025, the Secretary of the Navy shall submit to the congressional
defense committees a plan for the potential establishment of a
deployable tactical fighter squadron capability in the Naval Reserve
using the covered F-18 aircraft. The plan shall include--
(1) a description of any funding and other resources needed
to establish and maintain such capability; and
(2) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> a proposed timeline for the
implementation of such capability.
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(c) Covered F-18 Aircraft Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered F-18 aircraft'' means the eight F/A-18E/F Super Hornet
aircraft procured using funds authorized and appropriated for the Navy
during fiscal year 2023.
SEC. 128. LIMITATION ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE LANDING SHIP
MEDIUM.
(a) <<NOTE: Certification.>> Limitation.--The Secretary of the Navy
may not enter into a contract or other agreement that includes a scope
of work, including priced or unpriced options, for the construction,
advance procurement, or long-lead material of the lead ship of the
Landing Ship Medium program until the Secretary certifies to the
congressional defense committees that basic and functional design with
respect to such ship is complete.
(b) Exemption.--
(1) Inapplicability to commercial or nondevelopmental
item.--The limitation in subsection (a) does not apply to the
lead ship of the Landing Ship Medium program if such a ship is a
commercial or nondevelopmental item.
(2) Exemption from full and open competition.--In a case in
which the exemption under paragraph (1) applies, the service
acquisition executive of the Navy may exempt a contract or other
agreement for the lead ship of the Landing Ship Medium program
from the requirements of full and open competition under section
3201 of title 10, United States Code.
(c) Definition.--In this section, the term ``basic and functional
design'' has the meaning given that term section 8669c of title 10,
United States Code.
SEC. 129. LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR CONSTELLATION-
CLASS FRIGATE PROGRAM PENDING
CERTIFICATION ON BASIC AND FUNCTIONAL
DESIGN.
(a) Limitation.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by
this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Navy
may be obligated or expended for the construction of a Constellation-
class frigate beyond the basic and functional design phase (as defined
in section 8669c of title 10, United States Code) until the date on
which the Secretary of Defense submits the certification required by
subsection (b).
(b) Certification Required.--Upon final approval of 95 percent of
all basic and functional design drawings for the Constellation-class
frigate program by the designated technical authority for the program,
the Secretary of Defense shall certify to the congressional defense
committees that such drawings have been so approved.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Assessment and Evaluation.--Not later than
30 days after the date on which the Secretary of Defense submits the
certification required by subsection (b), the Comptroller General of the
United States shall submit to the congressional defense committees an
assessment of--
(1) the Secretary's compliance with this section; and
(2) the completeness of the basic and functional design
drawings described in such subsection.
(d) Availability of Information.--The Secretary of Defense shall
provide the Comptroller General with timely access to any documents or
other information the Comptroller General determines necessary to
fulfill the requirements of subsection (c).
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SEC. 130. LIMITATION ON STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS AND ELECTRICAL
POWER UPGRADES FOR AH-1Z AND UH-1Y
HELICOPTERS.
(a) <<NOTE: Certification.>> Limitation.--The Secretary of the Navy
may not carry out covered upgrades to AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom
helicopters at a location other than a facility owned by the original
equipment manufacturer for such helicopters until the date on which the
Secretary certifies to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and the House of Representatives that the plan for carrying out covered
upgrades at location other than a facility owned by the original
equipment manufacturer is expected--
(1) to result in levels of performance, survivability,
lethality, interoperability, mission execution, and overall
safety of the helicopter platform that match or exceed the
levels that would otherwise be achievable by completing such
upgrades at a facility owned by the original equipment
manufacturer for the model of helicopter involved;
(2) to provide improved onboard electrical power capacity
and ensure adequate power margin for integrating future
capabilities;
(3) to improve and expand future weapons interfaces; and
(4) to allow for improved ease of maintenance.
(b) <<NOTE: Definition.>> Covered Upgrades.--In this section, the
term ``covered upgrades'' means any structural improvements or
electrical power upgrades for AH-1Z Viper or UH-1Y Venom helicopters.
SEC. 131. ANNUAL REPORT ON SURFACE SHIP SUPPLIERS.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period. Analysis.>> In General.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and once every fiscal
year thereafter through September 30, 2029, the Secretary of the Navy
shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report analyzing
suppliers of components for surface ships of the Navy.
(b) Elements.--Each report required by subsection (a) shall include
the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of the status of
each supplier of surface ship components using the same or a
similar methodology to that used in the Navy's evaluation tool
for suppliers of components for Columbia-class submarines.
(2) <<NOTE: Action plan.>> If the assessment described in
paragraph (1) indicates that the supply base of any surface ship
component is in an at-risk status, a plan for actions to
stabilize that supply base.
Subtitle D--Air Force Programs
SEC. 141. EXTENSION OF LIMITATIONS AND MINIMUM INVENTORY
REQUIREMENT RELATING TO RQ-4 AIRCRAFT.
Section 9062(m)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in
the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking ``September 30,
2028'' and inserting ``September 30, 2029''.
SEC. 142. ANNUAL REPORT ON AIR FORCE TACTICAL FIGHTER AIRCRAFT
FORCE STRUCTURE.
Chapter 907 of title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
9061.>> is amended by inserting after section 9062 the following new
section:
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``Sec. 9062a. <<NOTE: Time periods. Plans. 10 USC 9062a.>> Annual
report on Air Force tactical fighter aircraft
force structure.
``(a) In General.--Not later than April 1, 2025, and annually
thereafter through 2029, the Secretary of the Air Force, in consultation
with the Director of the Air National Guard and the Commander of the Air
Force Reserve Command, shall--
``(1) develop a 10-year tactical fighter aircraft force
structure, recapitalization, training, and sustainment plan for
the active and reserve components of the Air Force; and
``(2) submit to the congressional defense committees a
report on the plan.
``(b) Elements of Report.--The report required by subsection (a)
shall address each of the following:
``(1) <<NOTE: Analyses.>> The appropriate mix of tactical
fighter aircraft, and associated operational risk analyses,
required for the Secretary of the Air Force to meet expected
steady-state, global force management allocation plans and
geographic combatant commander contingency operational plans
tasked to the Air Force, using active and reserve component
tactical fighter aircraft units.
``(2) The procurement, divestment, and unit activation,
deactivation, or re-missioning plans or actions the Secretary
plans to implement, fiscal year-by-fiscal year, unit-by-unit,
for the 10-year period beginning on the date on which the report
is submitted, for each active and reserve component tactical
fighter aircraft unit existing as of such date of submittal,
including the rationale and justification for any such plans or
actions.
``(3) The actions the Secretary will take to ensure that
required operational readiness rates are maintained during any
planned recapitalization, modernization, or change of mission
affecting tactical fighter aircraft units.
``(4) Any plans of the Secretary to augment or supplant
existing piloted tactical fighter aircraft capability or
capacity with collaborative combat aircraft increment 1 or
increment 2 capability or capacity.
``(5) Any plans of the Secretary to augment or supplant
existing piloted tactical fighter aircraft training events
through the acquisition and fielding of common, joint, all-
domain, high-fidelity synthetic simulation environments.
``(c) Form of Report.--The report required by subsection (a) shall
be submitted in unclassified form with accompanying graphs, tables, and
charts, but may contain a classified annex.
``(d) Fighter Aircraft Defined.--In this section, the term `fighter
aircraft' has the meaning given that term in section 9062(i)(2) of this
title.''.
SEC. 143. MODIFICATIONS TO INVENTORY REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN
AIRCRAFT.
(a) Temporary Exception to Minimum Primary Mission Aircraft
Inventory.--Section 133 of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 173) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by striking ``1,112 aircraft'' and
inserting ``1,101 aircraft''; and
(2) in subsection (c)(1), by striking ``2024'' and inserting
``2025''.
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(b) A-10 Aircraft Minimum Inventory Requirement.--Section 134(d) of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law
114-328; 130 Stat. 2038) is amended by striking ``135 A-10 aircraft''
and inserting ``96 A-10 aircraft''.
SEC. 144. EXTENSION OF PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN REDUCTIONS TO
INVENTORY OF E-3 AIRBORNE WARNING AND
CONTROL SYSTEM AIRCRAFT.
Section 142 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 176) is amended by inserting
``or fiscal year 2025'' after ``fiscal year 2024''.
SEC. 145. EXTENSION OF REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO C-130 AIRCRAFT.
(a) Extension of Minimum Inventory Requirement.--Section
146(a)(3)(B) of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat. 2455), as amended by
section 134(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 173), is amended by striking ``2024''
and inserting ``2025''.
(b) Extension of Prohibition on Reduction of C-130 Aircraft Assigned
to National Guard.--Section 146(b)(1) of the James M. Inhofe National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 136
Stat. 2455), as amended by section 134(b) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat.
173), is amended by striking ``During fiscal years 2023 and 2024'' and
inserting ``During the period of fiscal years 2023 through 2025''.
SEC. 146. MANAGEMENT OF TEMPORARY RELOCATION OF B-1 BOMBER
AIRCRAFT AND PERSONNEL.
Section 133 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 1574), as most recently amended
by section 136 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 174), is further amended--
(1) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new
subsection (c):
``(c) Temporary Relocation.--The Secretary of the Air Force shall,
to the extent practicable, manage the temporary relocation of any B-1
bomber aircraft or personnel assigned to units responsible for the
operation and maintenance of such aircraft resulting from planned
military construction in a manner that--
``(1) minimizes effects to combat readiness;
``(2) mitigates the risk of concentrating a significant
number of the total B-1 bomber fleet at one location;
``(3) uses the construction period to maximize expeditionary
actions such as through Bomber Task Force and Agile Combat
Employment; and
``(4) takes into consideration travel options and travel
distance for families and dependents of such personnel.''.
SEC. 147. CONSOLIDATION OF AUTHORITIES RELATING TO AIR FORCE
LANDING GEAR.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of the Air Force shall transfer to
the Air Force Sustainment Center supply chain management,
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item management, and delegated engineering authorities for landing gear
systems of F-15EX, F-22, F-35, and T-7A aircraft.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Implementation Plan.--Not later than 120
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the
Air Force shall develop and initiate an implementation plan for the
transfers required under subsection (a).
(c) Report.--Not later than 30 days after completing the development
of the implementation plan required under subsection (b), the Secretary
of the Air Force shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the
House of Representatives and the Senate a report that includes a
description of--
(1) the planned milestones for execution of the
implementation plan;
(2) any data, staff, and funding needed to effectively carry
out such plan; and
(3) the progress of the Secretary in meeting such milestones
as of the date of the report.
SEC. 148. RECAPITALIZATION OF AIR REFUELING TANKER AIRCRAFT OF THE
RESERVE COMPONENTS OF THE AIR FORCE.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of the Air Force shall replace
covered reserve KC-135 aircraft on a one-for-one basis with air
refueling tanker aircraft that have capabilities equivalent to or
exceeding the capabilities of the aircraft being replaced.
(b) Additional Requirements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the
Secretary of the Air Force--
(1) may not take any action that would reduce the inventory
of air refueling tanker aircraft assigned to a reserve component
below the levels set forth in the budget of the President for
fiscal year 2025 (as submitted to Congress under section 1105(a)
of title 31, United States Code); and
(2) shall ensure that, in the event a reserve component unit
is assigned a greater number of KC-135 aircraft than are being
replaced with a KC-46 or later-generation air refueling tanker
aircraft, any KC-135 aircraft remaining after such replacement
will remain within the reserve component for redistribution
within that component.
(c) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Waiver.--The Secretary of the Air Force
may waive the requirement to replace an air refueling tanker aircraft
under subsection (a), on a case by case basis, if the Secretary
determines that such replacement would degrade the readiness of the air
refueling capability of the Air Force.
(d) Sunset.--This section shall terminate on October 1, 2025.
(e) Covered Reserve KC-135 Aircraft Defined.--In this section, the
term ``covered reserve KC-135 aircraft'' means a KC-135 aircraft of the
reserve components of the Air Force that the Secretary of the Air Force
has identified to be replaced with a KC-46 or later-generation air
refueling tanker aircraft.
SEC. 149. PROHIBITION ON REDUCTION OF KC-135 AIRCRAFT IN PMAI OF
THE RESERVE COMPONENTS.
(a) In General.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by
this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Air
Force may be obligated or expended to reduce the number of KC-135
aircraft designated as primary mission aircraft inventory within the
reserve components of the Air Force.
(b) Primary Mission Aircraft Inventory Defined.--In this section,
the term ``primary mission aircraft inventory'' has the
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meaning given that term in section 9062(i)(2)(B) of title 10, United
States Code.
SEC. 150. PROHIBITION ON RETIREMENT OF F-15E AIRCRAFT AND
REQUIREMENT TO CONDUCT FIGHTER AIRCRAFT
CAPABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS STUDY.
(a) Prohibition on Retirement of F-15E Aircraft.--
(1) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> In general.--The Secretary of
the Air Force may not retire, prepare to retire, or place in
storage or on backup aircraft inventory status any F-15E
aircraft until September 30, 2027.
(2) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Exception.--The prohibition
under paragraph (1) of shall not apply to individual F-15E
aircraft that the Secretary of the Air Force determines, on a
case by case basis, to be no longer mission capable and
uneconomical to repair because of aircraft accidents, mishaps,
or excessive material degradation and non-airworthiness status
of certain aircraft.
(3) Relationship to other law.--The prohibition under
paragraph (1) supercedes any provision of section 9062(l) of
title 10, United States Code, that is inconsistent with such
prohibition.
(b) Fighter Aircraft Capabilities and Requirements Study.--
(1) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Study.--The Secretary of Defense
shall seek to enter into a contract or other agreement with a
federally funded research and development center pursuant to
which the center shall carry out--
(A) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> an analysis of the fighter
aircraft procurement, fielding, and divestment plan of
the Department of the Air Force, as submitted to
Congress in accordance with section 148 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public
Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 178); and
(B) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> a fighter aircraft
capability and requirements study that estimates the
number of fighter aircraft needed by the Air Force to
meet the requirements of combatant commanders.
(2) Report to secretary.--The federally funded research and
development center that carries out the study and analysis under
paragraph (1) shall submit to the Secretary of Defense a report
on the results of such study and analysis.
(3) Reports and briefing to congress.--Not later than March
15, 2026, the Secretary of Defense shall--
(A) <<NOTE: Records.>> submit to the congressional
defense committees an unaltered copy of the report
received by the Secretary under paragraph (2);
(B) submit to such committees a separate report on
the views of the Secretary with respect to the results
of the study and analysis carried out under paragraph
(1), which shall include--
(i) a detailed explanation of the strategy and
methodology used to conduct the study and
analysis, including any force sizing and shaping
constructs, scenarios, and assumptions used as
part of such study and analysis; and
(ii) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> assessed
operational risk based on the Chairman of the
Joint Chiefs of Staff risk management
classifications set forth the most recent version
of the
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Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Manual
3105.01A, titled ``Joint Risk Analysis
Methodology''; and
(C) provide a briefing to the committees on such
results.
(c) Definitions.--In this section, the term ``fighter aircraft''
means--
(1) F-15, F-16, F-22, and F-35 aircraft; and
(2) the Next Generation Air Dominance piloted combat
aircraft.
SEC. 151. NOTIFICATION OF DELAYS IN DELIVERY OF MH-139 AIRCRAFT.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Notice Required.--Not later than 30 days
after becoming aware of an expected delay in the delivery date of an MH-
139 aircraft, the Secretary of the Air Force shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives written notice of such delay together with an
explanation of the reasons for such delay.
(b) Delivery Date Defined.--In this section, the term ``delivery
date'', when used with respect to an MH-139 aircraft, means the date on
which such aircraft is expected to be delivered to the Air Force under
the most recent schedule for such delivery in effect as of the date of
the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 152. <<NOTE: 10 USC 9773 note.>> PLAN AND REQUIREMENTS FOR
FIELDING AIR BASE AIR DEFENSE SITES AT AIR
FORCE INSTALLATIONS.
(a) Plan Required.--The Secretary of the Air Force, in consultation
with the Commander of the United States Northern Command, the Commander
of United States European Command, and the Commander of United States
Indo-Pacific Command, shall develop and implement a plan to support the
fielding of air base air defense sites at Air Force installations and
other priority sites identified by the Secretary.
(b) Air Base Air Defense Site Requirements.--Each air base air
defense site fielded under the plan required under subsection (a) shall
have the following capabilities:
(1) Expeditionary mobile protection for dispersed air bases.
(2) Fixed protection for primary air bases.
(3) Ground-based protection systems that incorporate kinetic
and non-kinetic capabilities.
(4) Counter-unmanned aircraft systems.
(5) Counter-fixed and Counter-rotary wing aircraft
capabilities.
(6) Counter-cruise missile capabilities.
(7) Interoperability with joint command and control
networks.
(8) 360-degree active and passive sensors.
(9) Systems and software that enable reduced staffing.
(c) Fielding Requirement.--Pursuant to the plan developed under
subsection (a), the Secretary shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> by not later than September 30,
2027, field a total of not fewer than four air base air defense
sites, of which not fewer than two such sites shall be located
in the United States; and
(2) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> in each of fiscal years 2028
through 2031, field at least four air base air defense sites per
year, of which not
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fewer than two of the sites fielded each year shall be located
in the United States.
(d) Report.--Not later than March 1, 2025, the Secretary of the Air
Force shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on
the plan required under subsection (a).
SEC. 153. PLAN FOR ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF F-16
SIMULATORS AT AIR NATIONAL GUARD TRAINING
CENTERS.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of the Air Force, in coordination
with the Director of the Air National Guard, shall develop a plan to
fully fund the establishment and maintenance of F-16 simulators at
training centers of the Air National Guard as described in subsection
(b).
(b) <<NOTE: Cost estimates.>> Elements.--The plan under subsection
(a) shall include--
(1) an estimate of the costs of maintaining F-16 simulators
at Air National Guard training centers that have such simulators
as of the date of the plan;
(2) an estimate of the costs of establishing F-16 simulators
at all Air National Guard training centers that are required to,
but do not, have such simulators as of the date of the plan,
including training centers for Air National Guard units
converting from the A-10 aircraft to the F-16 aircraft; and
(3) a plan for allocating funding to pay the costs described
in paragraphs (1) and (2), including the proportion of such
funding expected to be provided by the Air Force and the Air
National Guard, respectively.
(c) Report.--Not later than March 1, 2025, the Secretary of the Air
Force shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that
includes--
(1) the plan developed under subsection (a); and
(2) <<NOTE: Assessment. Evaluation.>> an assessment from the
Secretary and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau evaluating
how the readiness of Air National Guard Units requiring F-16
simulators may be affected if such simulators are not
established and maintained at mission training centers as
proposed under the plan.
SEC. 154. PLAN FOR SUSTAINMENT AND RECAPITALIZATION OF AIR
NATIONAL GUARD FIGHTER FLEET.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of the Air Force, in consultation
with the Director of the Air National Guard, shall develop a plan to
sustain and recapitalize the fighter fleet of the Air National Guard.
(b) Elements.--The recapitalization plan required under subsection
(a) shall--
(1) identify each of the 25 fighter aircraft squadrons of
the Air National Guard in existence on the date of the enactment
of this Act;
(2) provide a plan for recapitalization of all such
squadrons at a similar rate as the fighter aircraft squadrons of
the active components of the Armed Forces, with the same
combination of legacy capability fighter aircraft and advanced
capability fighter aircraft found in fighter aircraft squadrons
of the active components of the Armed Forces;
(3) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> establish a timetable for a plan or
actions for the recapitalization proposed under paragraph (2),
disaggregated by fighter aircraft squadron and fiscal year,
which shall identify funding required for each fiscal year;
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(4) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> assess budgetary effects on the
active components of the Armed Forces if the recapitalization
plan proposed under paragraph (2) were implemented in accordance
with the timeline established in paragraph (3); and
(5) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> assess the effects of such plan on
the operational readiness and personnel readiness of the active
and reserve components of the Armed Forces, including the
effects of such plan on the ability of such components to meet
steady state and contingency force presentation and mission
requirements of combatant commanders.
(c) Report.--
(1) In general.--Not later than July 1, 2025, the Secretary
of the Air Force shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a report that includes the sustainment and
recapitalization plan required under subsection (a).
(2) Form.--The report required under paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified
annex.
(d) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``advanced capability fighter aircraft''--
(A) means the next-generation air dominance fighter
aircraft or any other fighter aircraft referenced or
designated as a sixth generation airframe; and
(B) does not include unmanned fighter aircraft.
(2) The term ``fifth generation'', with respect to fighter
aircraft, means an F-22 or F-35 aircraft.
(3) The term ``fighter aircraft'' has the meaning given that
term in section 9062(i)(2) of title 10, United States Code.
(4) The term ``legacy capability fighter aircraft'' means
pre-fifth generation fighter aircraft, including an F-16, both
pre-block and post-block, F-15C/D, F-15E/EX, and A-10.
Subtitle E--Defense-wide, Joint, and Multiservice Matters
SEC. 161. MODIFICATION TO AIR FORCE AND NAVY USE OF COMMERCIAL
DUAL-USE PARTS IN CERTAIN AIRCRAFT AND
ENGINES.
Section 161 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 10 U.S.C. 3453 note) is amended--
(1) in the section heading, by striking ``used'';
(2) in subsection (a)(1), by inserting ``new,'' before
``used''; and
(3) in subsection (b)(2), by inserting ``, or from a
certified production approval holder pursuant to part 21 of
title 14, Code of Federal Regulations'' before the period at the
end.
SEC. 162. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 4871 note.>> MEASURES TO
INCREASE SUPPLY CHAIN RESILIENCY FOR SMALL
UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS.
(a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish and
carry out an integrated set of measures--
(1) to identify risks in the supply chain for small unmanned
aerial systems (referred to in this section as ``sUAS''); and
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(2) to increase the resiliency of such sUAS supply chain
using parts supplied by domestic sources and from allies and
partners of the United States.
(b) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Elements.--The measures carried out under
subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) Disassembly and analysis of commercially available
foreign drone aircraft. <<NOTE: Time period. Termination
date. Da Jiang Innovations.>> --Not later than 90 days after the
date of the enactment of this Act and not less frequently than
once every three years thereafter until 2034, the Secretary of
Defense shall fully disassemble a drone aircraft made by Da
Jiang Innovations or a similar commercially available sUAS
manufactured in a covered foreign country in order to--
(A) <<NOTE: Taxonomy.>> create a taxonomy for each
component that categorizes the component by function,
level of risk, and such other criteria as the Secretary
determines appropriate; and
(B) help assess the risk of such components for the
purposes of supply chain monitoring and visibility.
(2) Supply chain risk framework.--Not later than 150 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act and using the
taxonomy developed under paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary of
Defense shall develop a supply chain risk framework in order
to--
(A) assess the risk of each sUAS component to
Department of Defense networks or operations;
(B) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> for components that
present a risk as determined under subparagraph (A),
identify any manufacturers of such components are based
in covered foreign countries and evaluate whether
measures to mitigate the risk posed by such foreign-
produced components are feasible or practical; and
(C) <<NOTE: Determination.>> determine if any of the
foreign companies in the sUAS supply chain should be
included on the list maintained by the Department of
Defense in accordance with section 1260H of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public
Law 116-283; 10 U.S.C. 113 note).
(3) Resilient supply chain strategy.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act and based on
the analyses conducted under paragraphs (1) and (2), the
Secretary of Defense shall develop a strategy to develop a
secure and resilient domestic and allied supply chain of
critical components for sUASs, which shall include--
(A) identification of sources of supply for sUAS
components outside of a covered foreign country assessed
to present a risk under paragraph (2)(A) and the total
manufacturing capacity of such suppliers;
(B) an assessment of the total requirement for sUASs
of the Department of Defense;
(C) <<NOTE: Plan.>> a plan to increase the
manufacturing capacity of alternative sources of supply
that can meet the requirement specified in subparagraph
(B), including estimated funding needs; and
(D) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> a description of
how existing initiatives and programs of the Department
of Defense may be used to create alternative sUAS
sources of supply outside of a covered foreign country,
including recommendations for--
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(i) using authorities available to the
Department of Defense, such as Defense Production
Act authorities, the Industrial Base Analysis and
Sustainment program, loan guarantees, or other
programs; and
(ii) incentivizing private sector investment
to grow or foster domestic or allied sourcing for
components for sUASs.
(c) Report.--Not later than 270 days after the date of the enactment
of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report
that includes--
(1) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of each component identified
under subsection (b)(1), including a description of any security
vulnerabilities associated with such component;
(2) a description of the supply chain risk framework
developed under subsection (b)(2);
(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> any recommendations for the
inclusion of companies on the list described in subsection
(b)(2)(C); and
(4) the full strategy developed under subsection (b)(3).
(d) Form.--The report required under subsection (c) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
(e) Covered Foreign Country Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered foreign country'' has the meaning given that term in section
848(e) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020
(Public Law 116-92; 10 U.S.C. 4871 note).
SEC. 163. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 3201.>> POLICY ON
QUALIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTORS FOR INTO-
PLANE FUEL DELIVERIES FOR HEAVY-LIFT
AIRCRAFT.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Establishment of Policy.--Not later than one
year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of the
Defense Logistics Agency shall develop and implement a policy pursuant
to which acquisition planning shall be performed for any contract
providing for the into-plane procurement for heavy-lift aircraft of an
estimated 5,000,000 gallons or more of aviation fuel per year within the
continental United States.
(b) <<NOTE: Determination. Assessment.>> Use of Evaluation
Factors.--As part of the acquisition planning required under subsection
(a), the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency shall determine
whether to use evaluation factors to assess the qualifications of fixed-
based operators bidding on contracts described in such subsection. In
the event the Director determines it is appropriate to use such
evaluation factors, the factors may include the following:
(1) Whether the fixed-base operator is able to maintain
sufficient onsite fuel storage.
(2) Whether the fixed-base operator's total number of
employees is sufficient to service military customers.
(3) Whether the fixed-based operator is capable of
performing a sufficient range of cargo on-load, off-load, and
handling operations, including for dangerous goods and cargo,
for military aircraft of all sizes.
(4) Whether the fixed-based operator has acceptable past
performance history on similar procurements.
(5) Any other factors the Director determines appropriate.
(c) Consultation.--The Director of the Defense Logistics Agency
shall, as appropriate, consult with appropriate personnel of the
military departments in developing mission requirements
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at commercial airports for purposes of the acquisition planning required
under subsection (a).
(d) Heavy-lift Aircraft Defined.--In this section, the term ``heavy-
lift aircraft'' means an aircraft with a maximum gross takeoff weight in
excess of 107,000 pounds.
SEC. 164. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 4651.>> PROHIBITION ON
OPERATION, PROCUREMENT, AND CONTRACTING
RELATED TO FOREIGN-MADE LIGHT DETECTION
AND RANGING TECHNOLOGY.
(a) Prohibition on Agency Operation or Procurement.--The Secretary
of Defense shall not operate or enter into or renew a contract for the
procurement of--
(1) a covered light detection and ranging technology
(referred to in this section as ``LiDAR technology'') that--
(A) is manufactured in a covered foreign country or
by an entity domiciled in a covered foreign country;
(B) uses operating software developed in a covered
foreign country or by an entity domiciled in a covered
foreign country; or
(C) uses network connectivity or data storage
located in or administered by an entity domiciled in a
covered foreign country; or
(2) a system or systems that incorporates, interfaces with,
or otherwise uses LiDAR technology as described in paragraph
(1).
(b) Exemption.--The prohibition under subsection (a) shall not apply
if the operation, procurement, or contracting action is for the purposes
of intelligence, electronic warfare, and information warfare operations,
testing, analysis, and training.
(c) <<NOTE: Certification.>> Waiver.--The Secretary of Defense may
waive the prohibition under subsection (a) on a case-by-case basis if
the Secretary certifies, in writing, to the congressional defense
committees that the operation, procurement, or contracting action is
required in the national interest of the United States.
(d) Effective Date.--The prohibition under section (a) shall take
effect on June 30, 2026.
(e) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered foreign country'' means any of the
following:
(A) The People's Republic of China.
(B) The Islamic Republic of Iran.
(C) The Democratic People's Republic of North Korea.
(D) The Russian Federation.
(2) The term ``covered LiDAR company'' means any of the
following:
(A) Hesai Technology (or any subsidiary or affiliate
of Hesai Technology).
(B) Any entity that produces or provides LiDAR and
that is included on--
(i) the Consolidated Screening List maintained
by the International Trade Administration of the
Department of Commerce; or
(ii) the civil-military fusion list maintained
under section 1260h of the William M. (Mac)
Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 10 U.S.C.
113 note).
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(C) Any entity that produces or provides LiDAR and
that--
(i) is domiciled in a covered foreign country;
or
(ii) is subject to unmitigated foreign
ownership, control or influence by a covered
foreign country, as determined by the Secretary of
Defense in accordance with the National Industrial
Security Program or any successor to such program.
(3) The term ``covered LiDAR technology'' means LiDAR
technology and any related services and equipment manufactured
by a covered LiDAR company.
(4) The terms ``light detection and ranging'' and ``LiDAR''
mean a sensor that emits light, often in the form of a pulsed or
modulated laser, and scans or flashes the environment to detect
and measure the range of its surroundings.
SEC. 165. LIMITATION ON PROCUREMENT OF F-35 AIRCRAFT PENDING
CERTIFICATION ON IMPROVEMENTS AND
CORRECTION OF DEFICIENCIES.
(a) <<NOTE: Compliance. Plans.>> Limitation.--The Secretary of
Defense may not accept or take delivery of covered F-35 aircraft in
excess of the maximum quantities specified in subsection (c) until the
date on which the Secretary certifies to the congressional defense
committees that the Secretary is in compliance with each of the
following requirements:
(1) The Secretary has submitted to Congress (in accordance
with subsection (b)) and is implementing a plan, with
appropriate actions and milestones, to develop and field F-35
aircraft and mission systems digital-twin models across the F-35
enterprise.
(2) The Secretary has submitted to Congress (in accordance
with subsection (b)) and is implementing a plan, with
appropriate actions and milestones, to procure at least one new
cooperative avionics flying test bed aircraft for the F-35
enterprise.
(3) The Secretary has submitted to Congress (in accordance
with subsection (b)) and is implementing a plan, with
appropriate actions and milestones, to procure and construct a
new F-35 mission software integration laboratory to enable
concurrent testing of TR-2 and TR-3 mission system hardware,
software, and any existing or new F-35 capabilities.
(4) The Secretary has submitted to Congress (in accordance
with subsection (b)) and is implementing a plan of corrective
actions and milestones to resolve all deficiencies and
recommendations identified in the 2024 F-35 Initial Operational
Testing and Evaluation report submitted to Congress by the
Director of Operational Testing and Evaluation.
(5) The Secretary has submitted to Congress (in accordance
with subsection (b)) and is implementing a plan of corrective
actions and milestones to minimize F-35 new aircraft production
interruptions and resolve all programmatic deficiencies
associated with the new F-35 mission system radar hardware and
software related to the development, testing, acceptance,
certification, production, and fielding of the radar as
identified by the Director of the F-35 Joint Program Office.
(6) The Secretary has submitted to Congress (in accordance
with subsection (b)) and is implementing a plan of corrective
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actions and milestones to resolve all deficiencies and
recommendations identified in the report of the F-35 software
Independent Review Team commissioned by the Secretary of the Air
Force and the Director of the F-35 Joint Program Office.
(7) The Secretary has submitted to Congress (in accordance
with subsection (b)) and is implementing a corrective action
plan with appropriate actions, milestones, necessary technical
data and other resources, and metrics for measuring
improvements, to address long-standing sustainment challenges
and improve fleetwide mission capable and full mission capable
rates for F-35 aircraft. At a minimum, such plan shall provide
for--
(A) completing the set-up of military service depots
and attaining the required production capacity;
(B) addressing and mitigating corrosion,
particularly in all F-35 variants, including the
necessary parts, equipment, technical data, and any
necessary adjustments to squadron staffing to
effectively conduct corrosion inspections and work;
(C) improving the visibility and availability of
assets and parts that detract from mission capable
rates; and
(D) developing mechanisms to surge supply support
for the air vehicle and engine and ensure continuity of
F-35 logistics and operations in contested environments.
(8) The Secretary has submitted all plans and corrective
action plans described in paragraphs (1) through (7) to the
congressional defense committees as required under subsection
(b).
(9) The Secretary has met the requirements of subsections
(b)(5) and (c) of section 226 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137
Stat. 196) and has submitted all documentation required to be
submitted to Congress pursuant to such subsections.
(b) Submittal of Plans to Congress.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary of Defense shall submit to
the congressional defense committees all plans and corrective
action plans described in paragraphs (1) through (7) of
subsection (a).
(2) Elements.--Each plan submitted under paragraph (1) shall
include--
(A) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> an estimate of the total
amount of funds required to complete implementation of
the plan;
(B) <<NOTE: Schedules.>> realistic, event-driven
schedules to achieve the objectives of the plan; and
(C) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> a schedule risk assessment
to a minimum of 80 percent confidence level.
(3) Form.--Each plan described in paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified
annex.
(c) Maximum Quantities.--The maximum quantities of covered F-35
aircraft specified in this subsection are the following:
(1) Thirty F-35A aircraft.
(2) Nine F-35B aircraft.
(3) Nine F-35C aircraft.
(d) Annual Reports.--
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(1) <<NOTE: Time periods. Updates.>> In general.--Not later
than April 1, 2025, and on an annual basis thereafter for the
following five years, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to
the congressional defense committees a report that includes a
comprehensive update on all plans that--
(A) were developed pursuant to paragraphs (1)
through (7) of subsection (a); and
(B) are being implemented by the Secretary as of the
date of the report.
(2) Form.--Each report under paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form but may contain a classified
annex.
(e) Covered f-35 Aircraft Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered F-35'' aircraft means new production F-35 aircraft--
(1) that are authorized to be procured using funds
authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made
available for fiscal year 2025 for the Department of Defense;
and
(2) the procurement of which is fully funded by the United
States.
SEC. 166. ASSESSMENTS OF INVENTORY REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR-TO-AIR
MISSILES.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of the Air Force and the Secretary of
the Navy, in coordination with the commanders of the combatant commands,
shall jointly assess the sufficiency of established inventory
requirements for air-to-air missiles.
(b) Elements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary of the
Air Force and the Secretary of the Navy shall jointly--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> assess planned deliveries of air-
to-air missiles through 2029 and the total available missiles by
type in each year through 2029;
(2) assess combined requirements for air-to-air missiles to
support operational plans of the United States Central Command,
the United States Indo-Pacific Command, the United States
Northern Command, and the United States European Command, at
low, medium, and high risk;
(3) consider emerging requirements for surface-to-air
defense and collaborative combat aircraft and how those
additional missions will affect inventory requirements for air-
to-air missiles;
(4) consider the sufficiency of planned acquisition for air-
to-air missiles through 2029 to meet operational requirements;
(5) consider whether continuing production of the advanced
medium-range air-to-air missile program of record through 2029
would enhance available inventories of air-to-air missiles; and
(6) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> develop recommendations to
adjust the planned mix of missiles, including an assessment of
whether extending the range or capability of existing air-to-air
missiles would better support combined combatant command
requirements at medium risk.
(c) <<NOTE: Summary.>> Report.--Following the completion of the
assessment required under subsection (a), but not later than April 1,
2025, the Secretary of the Air Force and the Secretary of the Navy shall
jointly submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the
results of the assessment, which shall include a summary of the results
of the assessment with respect to each element specified in subsection
(b).
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(d) Form of Report.--The report required under subsection (c) shall
be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
SEC. 167. PLAN FOR SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE CAPABILITIES OF ARMED
OVERWATCH AIRCRAFT.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Assistant Secretary of
Defense for Special Operations and Low Intensity Conflict and the
Commander of the United States Special Operations Command shall jointly
submit to the congressional defense committees a plan for integrating
signals intelligence capabilities on fielded armed overwatch aircraft.
(b) Plan Requirements.--At a minimum, the plan required by
subsection (a) shall--
(1) define the signals intelligence requirements for armed
overwatch aircraft, including the required signals intelligence
capabilities and the number of aircraft to be equipped with such
capabilities;
(2) articulate the resources necessary by fiscal year to
fulfill the requirements described in paragraph (1); and
(3) include any other matters the Assistant Secretary of
Defense for Special Operations and Low Intensity Conflict and
the Commander of the United States Special Operations Command
consider relevant.
TITLE II--RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION
Subtitle A--Authorization of Appropriations
Sec. 201. Authorization of appropriations.
Subtitle B--Program Requirements, Restrictions, and Limitations
Sec. 211. Modification of certain requirements relating to the Joint
Energetics Transition Office.
Sec. 212. Modification to annual report on unfunded priorities of the
Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering.
Sec. 213. Modification to defense laboratory education partnerships.
Sec. 214. Extension of Global Research Watch Program.
Sec. 215. Expansion of authority for technology protection features
activities.
Sec. 216. Modification to personnel management authority to attract
experts in science, engineering, and certain other
disciplines.
Sec. 217. Codification of the Laboratory Quality Enhancement Program.
Sec. 218. Modification to consortium on use of additive manufacturing
for defense capability development.
Sec. 219. Modification to continuous capability development and delivery
program for F-35 aircraft.
Sec. 220. Modifications to test program for engineering plant of DDG(X)
destroyer vessels.
Sec. 221. Improvements relating to defining, identifying, and planning
the artificial intelligence workforce of the Department of
Defense.
Sec. 222. Modification to artificial intelligence education strategy.
Sec. 223. Modification of CVN-73 to support fielding of MQ-25 unmanned
aerial vehicle.
Sec. 224. Modification to innovators information repository in the
Department of Defense.
Sec. 225. Duties of Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer
Governing Council relating to artificial intelligence models
and advanced artificial intelligence technologies.
Sec. 226. Ensuring compliance with Department of Defense policy when
awarding research grants.
Sec. 227. Extension and modification of Directed Energy Working Group.
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Sec. 228. National Defense Economic Competition Research Council.
Sec. 229. Agility Prime Transition Working Group.
Sec. 230. Authority for temporary assignment of employees of the Office
of Strategic Capital to certain private-sector organizations.
Sec. 231. Quantum benchmarking initiative.
Sec. 232. Expansion of participation in the Digital On-Demand Program.
Sec. 233. Management and utilization of digital data to enhance
maintenance activities.
Sec. 234. Electromagnetic spectrum demonstration program.
Sec. 235. Competitive demonstration of automated target recognition
algorithms.
Sec. 236. Pilot program on development of near-term use cases and
demonstration of artificial intelligence toward biotechnology
applications for national security.
Sec. 237. Pilot program on use of artificial intelligence for certain
workflow and operations tasks.
Sec. 238. Limitation on availability of funds for fundamental research
collaboration with certain academic institutions.
Subtitle C--Plans, Reports, and Other Matters
Sec. 241. Incorporating human readiness levels into research,
development, test, and evaluation activities.
Sec. 242. Biotechnology roadmap.
Sec. 243. Plan to advance interests of Department of Defense in matters
relating to electromagnetic spectrum in international fora.
Sec. 244. Strategic plan for quantum information science technologies
within the Department of Defense.
Sec. 245. Defense Science Board study on long-term operations and
availability of Kwajalein Atoll as a Major Range and Test
Facility Base.
Subtitle A--Authorization of Appropriations
SEC. 201. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025
for the use of the Department of Defense for research, development,
test, and evaluation, as specified in the funding table in section 4201.
Subtitle B--Program Requirements, Restrictions, and Limitations
SEC. 211. MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO THE
JOINT ENERGETICS TRANSITION OFFICE.
Subsection (d) of section 148 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended to read as follows:
``(d) Budgeting and Funding Requirements.--
``(1) The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that the Office
is budgeted for and funded in a manner sufficient to ensure the
Office has the staff and other resources necessary to
effectively carry out the responsibilities specified in
subsection (c).
``(2) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> In the budget justification
materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of
Defense budget for fiscal year 2027 and each fiscal year
thereafter (as submitted with the budget of the President under
section 1105(a) of title 31), the Secretary of Defense shall
include a dedicated budget line item for the implementation of
subsection (a) and for the testing and evaluation of energetic
materials and technologies by the Office.''.
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SEC. 212. MODIFICATION TO ANNUAL REPORT ON UNFUNDED PRIORITIES OF
THE UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR
RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING.
The second section 222e of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by striking ``the Secretary of
Defense shall'' and inserting ``the Secretary of Defense, after
coordinating with the Secretaries of the military departments,
shall''; and
(2) in subsection (e)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and'' at the
end;
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking the period at the
end and inserting ``; and''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(3) in the case of a military construction project, has
reached 35 percent design.''.
SEC. 213. MODIFICATION TO DEFENSE LABORATORY EDUCATION
PARTNERSHIPS.
Section 2194(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (6), by striking ``and'' at the end;
(2) in paragraph (7), by striking the period at the end and
inserting ``; and''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(8) entering into new and separate contracts or
cooperative agreements with, or making grants to, the
institution to provide financial assistance for activities
conducted under such partnership agreement.''.
SEC. 214. EXTENSION OF GLOBAL RESEARCH WATCH PROGRAM.
Section 4066(f) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``September 30, 2025'' and inserting ``September 30, 2035''.
SEC. 215. EXPANSION OF AUTHORITY FOR TECHNOLOGY PROTECTION
FEATURES ACTIVITIES.
(a) Expansion of Authority.--Subsection (a) of section 4067 of title
10, United States Code, is amended by striking ``during the research and
development phase of such system'' and inserting ``to increase ally and
partner military capability or improve coalition interoperability''.
(b) Cost-sharing.--Subsection (b) of such section is amended--
(1) by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3);
(2) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new
paragraph (2):
``(2) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Any contract for the design or
development of an exportability feature of a system resulting from
activities under subsection (a) for the purpose of enhancing or enabling
the exportability of the system shall include a cost-sharing provision
that requires the contractor to bear half of the cost of such
activities, or such other portion of such cost as the Secretary
considers appropriate upon showing of good cause.''; and
(3) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated--
(A) by inserting ``or (2)'' after ``paragraph (1)'';
(B) by inserting ``or exportability feature'' after
``with respect to a designated system''; and
(C) in subparagraph (A), by inserting ``in the case
of a designated system,'' before ``the''.
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SEC. 216. MODIFICATION TO PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY TO
ATTRACT EXPERTS IN SCIENCE, ENGINEERING,
AND CERTAIN OTHER DISCIPLINES.
Section 4092 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 4061.>> in the section heading, by
striking ``science and engineering'' and inserting ``science,
engineering, and certain other disciplines'';
(2) in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following
new paragraph:
``(11) Office of strategic capital.--The Director of the
Office of Strategic Capital may carry out a program of personnel
management authority provided in subsection (b) in order to
facilitate recruitment of eminent experts in finance and
investment for the Office.''; and
(3) in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1)--
(i) in subparagraph (D), by striking ``5
scientific and engineering positions in the
Office'' and inserting ``20 scientific and
engineering positions in the Office, of which not
more than 5 such positions may be positions of
administration or management of the Office'';
(ii) in subparagraph (E) by striking ``5
scientific and engineering positions in the Unit''
and inserting ``35 scientific and engineering
positions in the Unit, of which not more than 5
such positions may be positions of administration
or management of the Unit'';
(iii) in subparagraph (H), by striking ``15''
and inserting ``25'';
(iv) in subparagraph (I), by striking ``and''
at the end;
(v) in subparagraph (J), by adding ``and'' at
the end; and
(vi) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraph:
``(K) <<NOTE: Appointments.>> in the case of the
Office of Strategic Capital, appoint individuals to a
total of not more than 30 positions in the Office;'';
and
(B) in paragraph (2), by amending subparagraph (A)
to read as follows:
``(A) <<NOTE: Determination.>> in the case of
employees appointed pursuant to subparagraphs (B), (D),
(E), (H), and (K) of paragraph (1), at a rate to be
determined by the head of the organization concerned up
to 150 percent of the total annual compensation payable
to the Vice President under section 104 of title 3;''.
SEC. 217. CODIFICATION OF THE LABORATORY QUALITY ENHANCEMENT
PROGRAM.
(a) In General.--Subchapter III of chapter 303 of title 10, United
States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 4061.>> is amended by adding at the
end the following new section:
``Sec. 4128. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4128.>> Laboratory Quality Enhancement
Program
``(a) <<NOTE: Establishment.>> Program Required.--(1) The Secretary
of Defense, acting through the Under Secretary of Defense for Research
and Engineering, shall carry out a program under which the Secretary
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shall establish the panels described in subsection (b) and direct such
panels--
``(A) <<NOTE: Review. Recommenda- tions.>> to review and
make recommendations to the Secretary with respect to--
``(i) existing policies and practices affecting the
science and technology reinvention laboratories to
improve the mission effectiveness of such laboratories;
``(ii) new initiatives proposed by the science and
technology reinvention laboratories; and
``(iii) new interpretations of existing provisions
of law that would enhance the ability of a director of a
science and technology reinvention laboratory to manage
the laboratory and discharge the mission of the
laboratory;
``(B) to support implementation of current and future
initiatives affecting the science and technology reinvention
laboratories; and
``(C) <<NOTE: Assessments. Data analysis.>> to conduct
assessments or data analysis on the effectiveness of the
authorities granted to the science and technology reinvention
laboratories and such other issues as the Secretary determines
to be appropriate.
``(2) The program carried out pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be
known as the `Laboratory Quality Enhancement Program'.
``(b) Panels.--The panels described in this subsection are the
following:
``(1) A panel on personnel, workforce development, and
talent management.
``(2) A panel on facilities, equipment, and infrastructure.
``(3) A panel on research strategy, technology transfer, and
industry and university partnerships.
``(4) A panel on governance and oversight processes.
``(c) Composition of Panels.--(1) Each panel described in paragraphs
(1) through (3) of subsection (b) may be composed of subject matter and
technical management experts from--
``(A) laboratories and research centers of the Army, Navy,
and Air Force;
``(B) appropriate Defense Agencies;
``(C) the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for
Research and Engineering; and
``(D) such other entities as the Secretary determines to be
appropriate.
``(2) The panel described in subsection (b)(4) shall be composed
of--
``(A) at least one member from each of the science and
technology reinvention laboratories; and
``(B) such other members as the Secretary determines to be
appropriate.
``(d) Governance of Panels.--(1) The chairperson of each panel
established pursuant to subsection (a) shall be selected by the members
of the respective panel.
``(2) Each panel, in coordination with the Under Secretary of
Defense for Research and Engineering, shall transmit to the Science and
Technology Executive Committee of the Department of Defense such
information or findings on topics requiring decision or approval as the
panel considers appropriate.
``(e) <<NOTE: Regulations.>> Interpretation of Provisions of Law.--
(1) The Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, acting
under the guidance of the Secretary, shall issue regulations regarding
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the meaning, scope, implementation, and applicability of any provision
of a statute relating to a science and technology reinvention
laboratory.
``(2) In interpreting or defining under paragraph (1), the Under
Secretary shall, to the degree practicable, emphasize providing the
maximum operational flexibility to the directors of the science and
technology reinvention laboratories to discharge the missions of their
laboratories.
``(3) <<NOTE: Consultation.>> In interpreting or defining under
paragraph (1), the Under Secretary shall, to the extent practicable,
consult and coordinate with the secretaries of the military departments
and such other agencies or entities as the Under Secretary considers
relevant on any proposed revision to regulations under paragraph (1).
``(4) In interpreting or defining under paragraph (1), the Under
Secretary shall seek recommendations from the panel described in
subsection (b)(4).
``(f) Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory Defined.--In
this section, the term `science and technology reinvention laboratory'
means a Department of Defense laboratory designated as a Department of
Defense science and technology reinvention laboratory under section 4121
of this title.''.
(b) Conforming Repeal.--Section 211 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 10 U.S.C.
note prec. 4121) is repealed.
SEC. 218. MODIFICATION TO CONSORTIUM ON USE OF ADDITIVE
MANUFACTURING FOR DEFENSE CAPABILITY
DEVELOPMENT.
Section 223(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 4841 note) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (5), by striking ``and'' at the end;
(2) in paragraph (6), by striking the period at the end and
inserting ``; and''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(7) <<NOTE: Processes. Certification.>> develop a process
to certify new materials and processes for fabricating flight
critical parts and initiate planning for a rapidly deployable
additive manufacturing system that is capable of fabricating
replacement safety-critical parts for military aircraft and
unmanned aerial vehicles in environments where access to
traditionally manufactured replacement parts is severely
restricted.''.
SEC. 219. MODIFICATION TO CONTINUOUS CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT AND
DELIVERY PROGRAM FOR F-35 AIRCRAFT.
Section 225(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 195) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``designate two F-35A
aircraft, two F-35B aircraft, and two F-35C aircraft'' and
inserting ``designate a total of not fewer than nine F-35A, F-
35B, or F-35C aircraft''; and
(2) in paragraph (2)(A), by striking ``Lot 19'' and
inserting ``Lot 18''.
SEC. 220. MODIFICATIONS TO TEST PROGRAM FOR ENGINEERING PLANT OF
DDG(X) DESTROYER VESSELS.
Section 221 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 1599) is amended--
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(1) in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following
new sentence: ``A minimum of two motor technologies with
comparable efficiency, weight, and space characteristics that
provide minimum of 40 megawatts of reserve power, in excess of
propulsion and ship service at patrol speed, shall be tested in
full scale to mitigate program risk and provide sufficient
competition prior to down selecting to a class decision.'';
(2) in subsection (c), by striking paragraph (1) and
inserting the following new paragraph (1):
``(1) Two electrical propulsion motor technologies.''; and
(3) in subsection (d)(1), by inserting ``that incorporates
two propulsion motor technology options'' before the period at
the end.
SEC. 221. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> IMPROVEMENTS RELATING TO DEFINING,
IDENTIFYING, AND PLANNING THE ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE WORKFORCE OF THE DEPARTMENT
OF DEFENSE.
(a) Appointment of Responsible Official .--Section 230 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116-
92; 10 U.S.C. note prec. 501) is amended by striking subsection (c) and
inserting the following:
``(c) Responsibility.--
``(1) Appointment of officer.--Not later than April 30,
2025, the Secretary of Defense shall appoint a civilian official
responsible for the development and implementation of the policy
and implementation plan set forth in subsections (a) and (b),
respectively. The official shall be known as the `Chief Digital
Engineering Recruitment and Management Officer of the Department
of Defense'.
``(2) Additional responsibilities.--In addition to the
responsibilities specified in paragraph (1), the Officer
appointed under such paragraph shall--
``(A) fully define and identify the artificial
intelligence workforce of the Department of Defense,
including by--
``(i) clarifying the roles and
responsibilities of the artificial intelligence
workforce and the relationship between the
artificial intelligence workforce and the overall
Department of Defense innovation workforce and
digital workforce;
``(ii) coding artificial intelligence
workforce roles in workforce data systems; and
``(iii) developing a qualification program for
artificial intelligence workforce roles; and
``(B) <<NOTE: Update.>> update the Department of
Defense Human Capital Operating Plan to be consistent
with the Strategic Management Plan of the Department and
the Annual Performance Plan of the Department relating
to artificial intelligence workforce issues, including--
``(i) addressing the human capital
implementation actions planned to support the
strategic goals and priorities identified in the
Agency Strategic Plan and Annual Performance Plan;
and
``(ii) ensuring the use of consistent
artificial intelligence terminology.
``(3) Expiration of appointment.--The appointment of the
Officer under paragraph (1) shall expire on September 30,
2030.''.
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(b) Digital Engineering Implementation Plan Update.--Not
later <<NOTE: Reports.>> than 90 days after the date of the enactment of
this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report
that includes an update on any activities carried out in accordance with
the implementation plan required under section 230(b) of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92; 10
U.S.C. note prec. 501).
(c) Briefing.--Not later than 240 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall provide to the
congressional defense committees a briefing on--
(1) the positions included in the artificial intelligence
workforce of the Department as of the date of the briefing;
(2) any positions not identified under paragraph (1) that
should be included in the artificial intelligence workforce of
the Department;
(3) which positions require Department of Defense personnel
with artificial intelligence skills;
(4) the current state of the artificial intelligence
workforce of the Department as of the ate of the briefing; and
(5) planned or proposed future requirements for the
artificial intelligence workforce of the Department.
SEC. 222. MODIFICATION TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE EDUCATION
STRATEGY.
Section 256 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92; 133 Stat. 1290) is amended by adding at
the end the following new subsection:
``(d) <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 2001.>> Artificial Intelligence and
Machine Learning Education Platforms.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025, the Chief Digital and
Artificial Intelligence Officer of the Department of Defense, in
coordination with the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel
and Readiness, shall--
``(A) develop a set of distance education courses
on--
``(i) the foundational concepts of artificial
intelligence and machine learning; and
``(ii) the responsible and ethical design,
development, acquisition and procurement,
deployment, and use of artificial intelligence and
machine learning applications; and
``(B) make such courses available to members of the
Armed Forces.
``(2) Report.--Not later than 270 days after the date of the
enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the
progress of the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence
Officer in implementing paragraph (1).''.
SEC. 223. MODIFICATION OF CVN-73 TO SUPPORT FIELDING OF MQ-25
UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE.
Section 219 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 132 Stat. 1680) is amended by
striking ``shall'' and all that follows and inserting ``shall modify the
compartments and infrastructure of the aircraft carrier designated CVN-
73 to support the fielding of the MQ-
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25 unmanned aerial vehicle before the planned deployment date of such
vehicle.''.
SEC. 224. MODIFICATION TO INNOVATORS INFORMATION REPOSITORY IN THE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
Section 220 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 10 U.S.C. 4061 note prec.) is
amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by inserting ``Chief Digital and
Artificial Intelligence Office, the Defense Innovation Unit, and
the'' before ``Defense Technical Information Center'';
(2) in subsection (b), by inserting ``in accordance with
subsection (e)'' before the period at the end;
(3) in subsection (c)--
(A) by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows:
``(1) be coordinated across the Department of Defense to
focus on small business concerns (as defined in section 3 of the
Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632), including--
``(A) participants in the Small Business Innovation
Research Program or the Small Business Technology
Transfer Program established under section 9 of the
Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 638);
``(B) participants in the pilot program established
under section 834 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2022 or the Rapid Defense
Experimentation Reserve of the Department of Defense;
and
``(C) small business concerns that are
nontraditional defense contractors (as defined in
section 3014 of title 10, United States Code) that work
with research, innovation, and advanced project
entities;''; and
(B) in paragraph (2)--
(i) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and''
at the end;
(ii) in subparagraph (D), by striking ``and''
at the end; and
(iii) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraphs:
``(E) the date of the initial award to the
participant from the Department of Defense; and
``(F) the dates of any additional awards made to the
participant by the Department of Defense, including the
dates of any contracts or other agreements entered into
between the participant the Department of Defense;
and''; and
(4) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(e) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Updates Required.--Not less frequently
than once each fiscal quarter and subject to the availability of
appropriations, the head of the Defense Technical Information Center, in
coordination with the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and
Engineering, shall update the innovators information repository
established under this section.''.
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SEC. 225. DUTIES OF CHIEF DIGITAL AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
OFFICER GOVERNING COUNCIL RELATING TO
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE MODELS AND
ADVANCED ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
TECHNOLOGIES.
Section 238(d)(3)(E) of the John S. McCain National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 10 U.S.C.
note prec. 4061) is amended--
(1) by redesignating clause (x) as clause (xi); and
(2) by inserting after clause (ix) the following new clause
(x):
``(x) With respect to artificial intelligence
models and advanced artificial intelligence
technologies--
``(I) to identify and assess
artificial intelligence models and
advanced artificial intelligence
technologies that could pose a national
security risk if accessed by an
adversary of the United States;
``(II) to develop strategies to
prevent unauthorized access and usage of
potent artificial intelligence models by
countries that are adversaries of the
United States; and
``(III) to make recommendations to
Congress and relevant Federal agencies
for legislative or administrative action
in the field of artificial
intelligence.''.
SEC. 226. ENSURING COMPLIANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE POLICY
WHEN AWARDING RESEARCH GRANTS.
Section 1286 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 10 U.S.C. 4001 note) is
amended--
(1) in subsection (d)(1)(B), by striking ``subsection (g)''
and inserting ``subsection (h)'';
(2) by redesignating subsections (e) through (h) as
subsections (f) through (i), respectively;
(3) by inserting after subsection (d) the following new
subsection (e):
``(e) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Annual Reviews Required.--Not later than
March 30, 2025, and not later than March 30 of each year thereafter--
``(1) each head of a Department of Defense component that
awards grants for research shall carry out a review of a
representative sample of the research grants awarded by the
respective component in the previous fiscal year to ensure that
the component is awarding grants in compliance with the
applicable policies of the Department of Defense; and
``(2) the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and
Engineering shall carry out a separate review of a
representative sample of the research grants awarded by such
components in the previous fiscal year.''; and
(4) in subsection (f), as redesignated by paragraph (1)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``and on the
periodic reviews conducted pursuant to subsection (e)''
after ``by subsection (a)''; and
(B) in paragraph (2)--
(i) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through
(G) as clauses (i) through (vii), respectively,
and indenting such clauses two ems to the right;
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(ii) by inserting before clause (i), as
redesignated by clause (i) of this subparagraph,
the following new subparagraph (A):
``(A) With respect to the activities carried out
under the initiative required by subsection (a), the
following:''; and
(iii) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraph:
``(B) With respect to the periodic reviews conducted
pursuant to subsection (e), the following:
``(i) The total number of research grants
awarded by the Department in the fiscal year
covered by the reviews.
``(ii) The number of reviews carried out
pursuant to subsection (e)(1).
``(iii) The number of reviews carried out
pursuant to subsection (e)(2).
``(iv) A description of the processes by which
the heads of the components described in paragraph
(1) of subsection (e) and the Under Secretary of
Defense for Research and Engineering conducted the
reviews under such subsection.
``(v) <<NOTE: Assessment. List.>> An
assessment of issues identified during the reviews
carried out under subsection (e), including a list
of grants that were identified as having not been
awarded in compliance with applicable policies of
the Department of Defense.''.
SEC. 227. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF DIRECTED ENERGY WORKING
GROUP.
Section 219(d) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 10 U.S.C. 4205 note) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (6), by adding at the end the following:
``Each such briefing shall include--
``(A) for each organization and element of the
Department carrying out work related to directed energy
capabilities, cost data and associated program elements
for each fiscal year across the period covered by the
most recent future-years defense program submitted to
Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States
Code (as of the time of the briefing); and
``(B) information on any enabling work that supports
such capabilities, including--
``(i) vehicle or software integration and
testing;
``(ii) command, control and targeting
architectures;
``(iii) supporting infrastructure
requirements; and
``(iv) workforce training.''; and
(2) in paragraph (7), by striking ``4 years'' and inserting
``9 years''.
SEC. 228. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4001 note.>> NATIONAL DEFENSE ECONOMIC
COMPETITION RESEARCH COUNCIL.
(a) Establishment of Council.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 90 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall establish a council to identify, evaluate, and
coordinate existing research efforts, or propose new research
topics, relating to
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economic competition activities, such as economic coercion,
manipulation, or other uses of economic power to undermine the
national defense strategy of the United States and the partners
and allies of the United States.
(2) Designation.--The council established pursuant to
paragraph (1) shall be known as the ``National Defense Economic
Competition Research Council'' (referred to in this section as
the ``Council'').
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Charter and Mission.--Not later than 120
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall issue a charter for the Council with a mission that
includes the following:
(1) Conducting analysis of ongoing or proposed government
and academic research relating to economic competition.
(2) Making proposals for new areas of research to increase
understanding of adversarial uses of economic tools in support
of military objectives to improve understanding of threats,
vulnerabilities, and defensive options to mitigate such threats
and vulnerabilities.
(3) Informing the tools available to the Department of
Defense to defend against such economic competition, coercion
and manipulation activities, including the use of adversarial
capital to acquire technology, real estate, or other
infrastructure, or to preemptively deny access by the United
States.
(4) Assessing current data needs or shortfalls impairing
understanding of threats and vulnerabilities relating to
economic competition.
(5) Convening groups, which may include academic
institutions, nonprofit organizations, commercial entities,
other departments and agencies of the Federal Government, and
international partners, to better understand regional
requirements or inform the understanding of regional partners on
the threats and vulnerabilities relating to military objectives
as a result of increasing economic competition.
(6) Carrying out such other activities relating to economic
competition as the Secretary deems appropriate.
(c) Participants.--
(1) Co-chairs.--The co-chairs of the Council shall be the
Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, the Under Secretary of
Defense for Research and Engineering, and the Under Secretary of
Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment.
(2) In general.--The co-chairs of the Council shall ensure
that the Council includes participation from each of the
following:
(A) The Office of Commercial and Economic Assessment
of the Air Force.
(B) The Office of Expanded Competition.
(C) The Office of Strategic Capital.
(D) The Defense Innovation Unit.
(E) The Strategic Capabilities Office.
(F) The Joint Warfighting Analysis Center (JWAC).
(G) The Office of Global Economic and Investment
Security under the Assistant Secretary of Defense for
Industrial Base Policy.
(H) The Office of Naval Research, including ONR-
Global.
(I) The Army Research Office.
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(J) The Air Force Office of Scientific Research.
(K) The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency.
(L) The Office of Strategic Intelligence and
Analysis under the Under Secretary of Defense for
Research and Engineering.
(M) The program office of the Minerva Research
Initiative.
(N) Other relevant organizations as determined by
the Secretary of Defense.
(d) Input From the Joint Staff and Combatant Commands.--The Council
shall regularly solicit input from the Joint Staff and combatant
commands on needs, problem statements, or other topics relating to
economic competition activities described in subsection (a)(1) affecting
their areas of responsibility.
(e) Termination.--The Council shall terminate on December 31, 2035.
SEC. 229. AGILITY PRIME TRANSITION WORKING GROUP.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense
for Acquisition and Sustainment, in coordination with the Under
Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering and the Director of
the Defense Innovation Unit, shall establish a working group to be known
as the ``Agility Prime Transition Working Group'' (referred to in this
section as the ``Working Group'').
(b) Duties.--The duties of the Working Group shall include the
following:
(1) To develop and implement a strategy to transition
capabilities developed under the Agility Prime program of the
Air Force to program executive offices of the covered Armed
Forces, as appropriate.
(2) To provide a forum for members of the Working Group to
coordinate activities relating to hybrid and electric vertical
takeoff and landing capabilities developed under the Agility
Prime program, including--
(A) research, development, testing, and evaluation
activities;
(B) demonstration activities; and
(C) activities to transition such capabilities from
the research and development phase into operational use
within the covered Armed Forces, as appropriate.
(3) To identify programs, projects, activities, and
requirements of the covered Armed Forces that may be supported
by technologies and capabilities developed under the Agility
Prime program, including hybrid and electric vertical takeoff
and landing aircraft, advanced air mobility platforms,
autonomous flight capabilities, test and evaluation software,
and related technologies.
(4) To identify requirements of the combatant commands and
the covered Armed Forces that align with previous, ongoing, or
planned efforts under the Agility Prime program.
(5) To assess whether previous, ongoing, or planned efforts
under the Agility Prime program and other vertical take off and
landing aircraft capability development efforts align with other
current, planned, or future acquisition programs of the covered
Armed Forces.
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(6) Identify any changes to doctrine, organization,
training, materiel, leadership, personnel, facilities, and
policy (commonly known as ``DOTMLPF-P'') required to
successfully integrate hybrid and electric vertical takeoff and
landing aircraft platforms into future force design.
(7) To assist the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition
and Sustainment in preparing the reports required under
subsection (g).
(c) Membership.--The Working Group shall be composed of
representatives from the following organizations:
(1) The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment.
(2) The military departments.
(3) The Joint Chiefs of Staff.
(4) The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for
Research and Engineering.
(5) The Defense Innovation Unit.
(6) The Office of Strategic Capital.
(7) The United States Special Operations Command.
(8) The United States Transportation Command.
(9) Such other organizations and elements of the Department
of Defense as the Chairperson of the Working Group determines
appropriate.
(d) Chairperson.--The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment, or the designee of the Under Secretary, shall serve as the
Chairperson of the Working Group.
(e) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Meetings.--The Working Group shall meet
not less frequently than twice each year at the call of the Chairperson.
(f) Termination.--The working group shall terminate on September 30,
2027.
(g) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Annual Reports.--Not later than September
30, 2025, and not later than September 30 of each year thereafter
through 2027, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment shall submit to the congressional defense committees a
report on the efforts of the Working Group. Each report shall include,
with respect to the year covered by the report, information on--
(1) any funding under the categories of research,
development, test, and evaluation, procurement, or operation and
maintenance that is expected to be used for further development
or procurement of hybrid and electric vertical takeoff and
landing capabilities in the fiscal year of the report and the in
the following fiscal year;
(2) any planned transitions of hybrid and electric vertical
takeoff and landing technologies to--
(A) acquisition programs of the covered Armed
Forces; or
(B) research, development, test, and evaluation
programs of the covered Armed Forces.
(3) any actions taken by the Working Group;
(4) any milestones achieved by the Working Group; and
(5) such other matters as the Under Secretary determines
appropriate.
(h) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``Agility Prime program'' means the program of
the Air Force under which the Air Force is developing hybrid and
electric vertical takeoff and landing capabilities in
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collaboration with partners in commercial industry and other
sectors.
(2) The term ``covered Armed Forces'' means the Army, Navy,
Air Force, Marine Corps, and Space Force.
SEC. 230. <<NOTE: 10 USC 149 note.>> AUTHORITY FOR TEMPORARY
ASSIGNMENT OF EMPLOYEES OF THE OFFICE OF
STRATEGIC CAPITAL TO CERTAIN PRIVATE-
SECTOR ORGANIZATIONS.
(a) Authorization.--Using the authority provided under section 1599g
of title 10, United States Code, the Secretary of Defense, acting
through the Director of the Office of Strategic Capital, may carry out a
program under which the Director arranges for the temporary assignment
of an employee of the Office to a qualifying private-sector
organization.
(b) Objectives.--The objectives of the program under subsection (a)
shall be--
(1) to enable the Office of Strategic Capital to rapidly
acquire industry-specific context and technical competence
across high priority technology and industrial focus areas
through immersion in highly relevant emerging technology and
business ecosystems across the United States; and
(2) to enhance, among personnel of the Department--
(A) understanding of, connectivity with, and access
to knowledge about critical and emerging defense
industrial base capabilities; and
(B) understanding of the strategic role that venture
capital and private equity operations have in shaping
future sustainment and modernization requirements for
the defense industrial base.
(c) Matching and Tracking Capabilities.--In carrying out program
under subsection (a), the Director of the Office of Strategic Capital
shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Analysis. Assessment.>> use digital automation
and analysis capability to optimize the identification,
assessment, and placement of participants within the program,
which shall include the ability to match and track private-
sector organizations with employees of the Office participating
in the program in a manner that aligns the priorities, needs,
and expertise of such employees, organizations, and the Office;
and
(2) <<NOTE: Database.>> establish a database or other
digital automation capability that--
(A) enables the Office to identify and track current
and former participants in the program;
(B) documents the nature of the experience such
participants had while in the program; and
(C) is suitable for potential development and
expansion to other organizations of Department of
Defense in the event the Secretary of Defense determines
such expansion is appropriate.
(d) Qualifying Private-sector Organization Defined.--In this
section, the term ``qualifying private-sector organization'' means a
private-sector organization that has functions and expertise relevant to
the responsibilities of the Office of Strategic Capital, which may
include organization such as a venture capital firm, private equity
firm, or other such organizations as determined appropriated by the
Director of the Office.
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SEC. 231. QUANTUM BENCHMARKING INITIATIVE.
(a) <<NOTE: 10 USC 4001 note.>> Initiative Required.--
(1) In general.--The Director of the Defense Advanced
Research Projects Agency shall establish and carry out an
initiative to rapidly expand and support efforts to evaluate
concepts, development plans, and prototypes, components, and
subsystems needed to develop a utility-scale quantum computing
capability available to the Department of Defense.
(2) Designation.--The initiative established pursuant to
paragraph (1) shall be known as the ``Quantum Benchmarking
Initiative'' (referred to in this section as the
``Initiative'').
(b) Elements.--The Initiative shall include the following:
(1) Activities to broaden existing efforts of the Department
of Defense to verify and validate commercial efforts to design
and build utility-scale quantum computers, including through
collaboration with key partners in the Air Force Research
Laboratory, the Office of Strategic Capital, the Defense
Innovation Unit, and such other partners and organizations of
the Department of Defense as the Director of the Defense
Advanced Research Projects Agency deems appropriate.
(2) Working with the Office of Strategic Capital to
establish regular interactions with the venture capital and
finance community to help accelerate commercial efforts to
develop concepts, plans, prototypes, components, and subsystems
needed to develop viable utility-scale quantum computers.
(3) Working with the Office of the Assistant Secretary of
Defense for Industrial Base Policy to connect key performers in
fault-tolerant utility-scale quantum computing with support for
industrial bases analysis, manufacturing support, and other
analysis support to help foster and grow the broader industrial
base supporting fault-tolerant utility-scale quantum computing.
(4) Working with the military departments and other
components of the Department of Defense to refine use cases for
militarily relevant applications of utility-scale quantum
computers.
(c) Repeal of Reporting Requirement.--Subsection (c) of section 229
of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (Public
Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 1611; 10 U.S.C. 4001 note) is hereby repealed.
SEC. 232. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 2001.>> EXPANSION OF
PARTICIPATION IN THE DIGITAL ON-DEMAND
PROGRAM.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense shall take such steps as
may be necessary--
(1) to expand the availability of the Digital On-Demand
Program to--
(A) all organizations and elements of the Department
of Defense; and
(B) all members of the Armed Forces and civilian
employees of the Department; and
(2) to actively promote the Program throughout the
Department.
(b) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Report.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, and on an annual basis thereafter
through 2029, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives
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a report on the progress of the Secretary in expanding and promoting the
Digital On-Demand Program as described in subsection (a).
(c) Digital on Demand Program Defined.--In this section, the term
``Digital On-Demand Program'' means the program overseen by the Chief
Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer pursuant to which
educational resources on artificial intelligence, emerging technologies,
data literacy, and related topics are made available to personnel of the
Department of Defense through a digital platform on an on-demand basis.
SEC. 233. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC note prec. 3101.>> MANAGEMENT
AND UTILIZATION OF DIGITAL DATA TO ENHANCE
MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES.
(a) Policies Required.--Not later than one year after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment, in consultation with the Secretaries of the
military departments and the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence
Officer of the Department of Defense, shall develop and implement
policies to manage and utilize data derived from digital data systems
for aircraft, ships, and ground vehicles to inform and support
maintenance activities conducted with respect to such aircraft, ships,
and vehicles.
(b) Elements.--The policies required by subsection (a) shall include
investment in advanced and scalable data infrastructure to efficiently
record, transmit, categorize, and otherwise process data generated by
digital data systems described in such subsection. Such policies shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Strategy.>> require development of a strategy to
invest in advanced technologies, including automated systems and
artificial intelligence, to streamline the process of
organizing, indexing, and categorizing data;
(2) require work with vendors to address and resolve
limitations imposed by proprietary information and data,
including through the adoption of open data and open mission
systems approaches;
(3) address data transmission capabilities, such as--
(A) implementing high-speed data transfer
technologies;
(B) optimizing network infrastructure; and
(C) developing secure and efficient methods for
transmitting mission-critical data between bases;
(4) require central compilation of maintenance data and
creation of user interfaces, prioritizing analysis of long-lead
components;
(5) require the use of vendor-agnostic, government-owned
tagging and interoperable systems, except in cases where there
is a compelling reason not to use such systems;
(6) <<NOTE: Review.>> require review of classification
policies relating to digital data to ensure that data is
appropriately classified without unnecessarily restricting its
usability; and
(7) establish protocols for detecting unauthorized access or
intrusion into vehicle or platform systems.
(c) Briefing.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition
and Sustainment shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the
Senate and the House of Representatives a briefing on--
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(1) the policies developed under subsection (a); and
(2) the status of the implementation of such policies.
SEC. 234. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4571 note.>> ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRUM
DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Assessment.>> In General.--Not later than
November 30, 2025, the Chief Information Officer of the Department of
Defense, in coordination with the Under Secretary of Defense for
Research and Engineering and the Director of Operational Test and
Evaluation, shall complete a demonstration program to assess the
viability of using wideband adaptive signal processing technology to
support simultaneous transmit and receive signals on the same
electromagnetic spectrum frequency band that--
(1) does not produce harmful interference;
(2) significantly reduces electromagnetic spectrum guard
bands;
(3) maintains signal quality with respect to latency and
throughput; and
(4) increases electromagnetic spectrum access within the
frequency band.
(b) Location.--The demonstration program required by subsection (a)
shall be conducted at a test and training range of the Department of
Defense.
(c) Consultation.--In carrying out the demonstration program
required by subsection (a), the Chief Information Officer, the Under
Secretary, and the Director shall consult with, at a minimum, the
following:
(1) The Joint Staff.
(2) The military departments and their associated research
labs.
(3) Other Department of Defense organizations and agencies.
(4) The Federal Communications Commission.
(5) The National Telecommunications and Information
Administration.
(6) Other Federal agencies.
(7) Industry and nongovernmental entities.
(d) <<NOTE: Studies.>> Authority to Enter Into Contracts.--Subject
to the availability of appropriations, the Chief Information Officer may
enter into such contracts or other agreements as the Chief Information
Officer considers appropriate to conduct studies and demonstration
projects under the demonstration program required by subsection (a).
(e) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing on Plans for Program.--Not later
than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Chief
Information Officer, the Under Secretary, and the Director shall jointly
provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the plans
to carry out the demonstration program required by subsection (a).
(f) Periodic Assessments of Program.--The Chief Information Officer,
the Under Secretary, and the Director shall, periodically, assess the
demonstration program required by subsection (a) while the program is
being carried out.
(g) Briefing on Completed Program.--Upon completion of the
demonstration program required by subsection (a), the Chief Information
Officer, the Under Secretary, and the Director shall
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jointly provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on their
findings with respect to the demonstration program.
SEC. 235. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> COMPETITIVE DEMONSTRATION OF
AUTOMATED TARGET RECOGNITION ALGORITHMS.
(a) Venue, Process, and Scenarios.--Not later than June 1, 2025, the
Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer of the Department of
Defense, in coordination with appropriate counterparts in the military
departments, shall develop a venue and processes, including a specified
set of baseline scenarios, for comparative testing of automated target
recognition algorithms to evaluate mission efficacy.
(b) Demonstration.--Not later than September 1, 2025, the Secretary
of Defense shall use the venue developed under subsection (a) to test
the mission capability of at least two relevant programs included in the
Replicator initiative.
(c) Briefing.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall provide to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a briefing on the activities carried out under this
section.
SEC. 236. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4001 note.>> PILOT PROGRAM ON DEVELOPMENT
OF NEAR-TERM USE CASES AND DEMONSTRATION
OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TOWARD
BIOTECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS FOR NATIONAL
SECURITY.
(a) Pilot Program Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall carry
out a pilot program to develop near-term use cases and demonstrations of
artificial intelligence for national security-related biotechnology
applications.
(b) Public-private Partnerships.--The Secretary of Defense shall
carry out the pilot program required by subsection (a) through one or
more public-private partnerships entered into for purposes of the pilot
program.
(c) <<NOTE: Reimbursement.>> Laboratory Support and
Infrastructure.--In support of a public-private partnership entered into
under subsection (b), the Secretary of Defense may, on a reimbursable
basis, make available--
(1) the facilities and services of a Department of Defense
laboratory to perform experimentation for biotechnology
applications to aid in the validation of artificial intelligence
models; and
(2) computing and data storage infrastructure and
capabilities of the Department of Defense.
(d) Duration.--The pilot program required by subsection (a) shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> commence not later than one year
after the date of the enactment of this Act; and
(2) <<NOTE: Termination date.>> terminate five years after
the date of the on which the program commences under paragraph
(1).
(e) Annual Report.--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--Not later than one
year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and not later
than December 1 of every other year thereafter until the
termination date specified in subsection (d)(2), the Secretary
of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees
a report on the pilot program.
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(2) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Contents.--Each report submitted
under paragraph (1) shall include, for the period covered by the
report, the following:
(A) An assessment of existing Department of Defense
biotechnology-related data resources and how they may be
used in the pilot program.
(B) An assessment of required cybersecurity measures
for users under the pilot program.
(C) A description of any mechanisms developed for
collaboration among different parties associated with
projects under the pilot program, including intellectual
property agreements, funding agreements, and material
transfer agreements.
(D) An assessment of the role that artificial
intelligence is playing in developing biotechnology
applications for national security purposes, including
identification of commercial or academic applications
used in the pilot program.
(E) A description of near-term use cases developed
under the pilot program for artificial intelligence-
enabled biotechnology applications for national
security.
(F) A description of planned, ongoing, and completed
demonstrations or other pilot programs funded under the
pilot program required by subsection (a) or otherwise
funded by the Department of Defense.
(G) An assessment of the viability of transitioning
technology developed under the pilot program into
operational use within the Department, including
assessment of--
(i) the resources needed for further
development and scaling of such technology; and
(ii) the potential benefits of such
technology.
(3) Form.--Each report under paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified
annex.
(f) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Transition Plan.--Not later than one year
before the date on which the pilot program terminates under subsection
(d)(2), the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional
defense committees a plan that outlines what steps the Department could
take to turn the pilot program into an operational program if authorized
and funded by Congress to do so. The plan shall include the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> A transition timeline.
(2) <<NOTE: Costs.>> Associated projected annual cost of
operating the program.
(3) Additional infrastructure that might be needed,
including associated costs.
(4) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> A descriptive analysis of the
relevant technical, engineering and commercial biotechnology
ecosystem, including entities within the Department and external
stakeholders.
(5) Examples of projects from the pilot phase of the program
and their outcomes.
(6) The potential impact to Department capabilities of
transitioning the program.
(7) Any other details deemed necessary to include by the
Secretary.
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SEC. 237. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2222 note.>> PILOT PROGRAM ON USE OF
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR CERTAIN
WORKFLOW AND OPERATIONS TASKS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Pilot Program Required.--Beginning not later
than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
of Defense shall carry out a pilot program to assess the feasibility and
advisability of using artificial intelligence-enabled software to
optimize the workflow and operations for--
(1) depots, shipyards, or other manufacturing facilities run
by the Department of Defense; and
(2) contract administration for the Department, including--
(A) the adjudication and review of contracts; and
(B) activities related to the Modernization and
Analytics Initiative managed by the Defense Contract
Management Agency.
(b) Method of Implementation.--The Secretary of Defense may carry
out subsection (a) through--
(1) the establishment of a new pilot program; or
(2) the designation of an existing initiative of the
Department of Defense to serve as the pilot program required
under such subsection.
(c) Software.--In carrying out the pilot program required by
subsection (a), the Secretary shall--
(1) use best in breed software platforms;
(2) consider industry best practices in the selection of
software programs;
(3) implement the program based on human centered design
practices to best identify the business needs for improvement;
and
(4) demonstrate connection to enterprise platforms of record
with authoritative data sources.
(d) Consultation.--In carrying out the activities described in
subsection (a)(1) under the pilot program, the Secretary of Defense
shall consult with--
(1) the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment;
(2) the Secretary of the Army;
(3) the Secretary of the Navy; and
(4) the Secretary of the Air Force.
(e) Report.--Not later than one year after the date of the
commencement of the pilot program under subsection (a), the Secretary of
Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and the House of Representatives a report containing the following
information:
(1) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> An evaluation of each software
platform used in the pilot program.
(2) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> An analysis of how workflows and
operations were modified as part of the pilot program.
(3) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> A quantitative assessment of the
impact the software had at each of the locations in which the
pilot program was carried out.
SEC. 238. LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR FUNDAMENTAL
RESEARCH COLLABORATION WITH CERTAIN
ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS.
(a) Limitation.--Except as provided in subsection (b), none of the
funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made
available for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2025
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may be obligated or expended to award a grant or contract to an
institution of higher education for the specific purposes of conducting
fundamental research in collaboration with a covered entity.
(b) Waiver.--
(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--The Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology may waive the
limitation under subsection (a), on a case-by-case basis, with
respect to an individual grant or contract for an institution of
higher education if the Assistant Secretary determines that such
a waiver is in the national security interests of the United
States.
(2) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Congressional notice.--Not later
than 30 days after the date on which an award is made by the
Department of Defense involving an institution of higher
education with respect to which a waiver is made under paragraph
(1), the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and
Technology shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of
the Senate and the House of Representatives notice of such
waiver.
(c) Report Annex.--
(1) In general.--On an annual basis, as a classified or
controlled unclassified information annex to the annual report
required by section 1286(f) of the John S McCain National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-
232; 10 U.S.C. 4001 note) (as so redesignated by section 226 of
this title), the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a report annex on the compliance of the
Department of Defense and institutions of higher education with
the requirements of this section.
(2) Contents.--Each report annex submitted pursuant to
paragraph (1) shall include, for each waiver issued under
subsection (b) during the period covered by the report--
(A) a justification for the waiver; and
(B) a detailed description of the type and extent of
any collaboration between an institution of higher
education and a covered entity allowed pursuant to the
waiver, including identification of the institution of
higher education and the covered entities involved, the
type of technology involved, the duration of the
collaboration, and terms and conditions on intellectual
property assignment, as applicable, under the
collaboration agreement.
(d) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``collaboration'' means coordinated activity
between an institution of higher education and a covered entity
and includes--
(A) sharing of research facilities, resources, or
data;
(B) sharing of technical know-how;
(C) any financial or in-kind contribution intended
to produce a research product;
(D) sponsorship or facilitation of research
fellowships, visas, or residence permits;
(E) joint ventures, partnerships, or other
formalized agreements for the purpose of conducting
research or sharing resources, data, or technology;
(F) inclusion of researchers as consultants,
advisors, or members of advisory or review boards; and
(G) such other activities as may be determined by
the Secretary of Defense.
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(2) The term ``covered entity''--
(A) means an academic institution that is included
in the most recently updated list developed pursuant to
1286(c)(9) of the John S. McCain National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-
232; 10 U.S.C. 4001 note); and
(B) includes any individual employed by such an
academic institution.
(3) The term ``fundamental research'' has the meaning given
that term in National Security Decision Directive-189 (NSSD-
189), National Policy on the Transfer of Scientific, Technical
and Engineering Information, dated September 21, 1985, or any
successor document.
(4) The term ``institution of higher education'' has the
meaning given that term in section 102 of the Higher Education
Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1002) and includes--
(A) any department, program, project, faculty,
researcher, or other individual, entity, or activity of
such institution; and
(B) any branch of such institution within or outside
the United States.
Subtitle C--Plans, Reports, and Other Matters
SEC. 241. <<NOTE: Determinations.>> INCORPORATING HUMAN READINESS
LEVELS INTO RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST,
AND EVALUATION ACTIVITIES.
(a) Review.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment
of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Under
Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment and the Under
Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, shall initiate a
review of the ANSI/HFES Standard 400-2021 to determine whether any
elements of such standard may be incorporated into relevant Department
of Defense procedures and guidance material--
(1) to ensure the safety and effective implementation of
technology by ensuring that human readiness levels are
adequately aligned with technology readiness levels; and
(2) to reduce the likelihood that technology will be
deployed before adequate human factors considerations are
incorporated into such technology.
(b) Elements.--In carrying out the review required by subsection
(a), the Secretary of Defense--
(1) <<NOTE: Review.>> shall conduct a review of ANSI/HFES
Standard 400-2021;
(2) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> shall conduct a preliminary analysis
of the human readiness levels of the Department of Defense based
on ANSI/HFES Standard 400-2021 to determine whether and to what
extent those readiness levels align with the current technology
readiness levels of technology used in major research and
development programs and major defense acquisition programs (as
defined in section 4201 of title 10, United States Code);
(3) <<NOTE: Consultation.>> shall consult with personnel
responsible for such programs regarding the effect of
incorporating ANSI/HFES
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Standard 400-2021 with respect to the schedule, cost, and
performance of such programs; and
(4) may consult with subject matter experts affiliated with
the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society.
(c) Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall provide to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a briefing on the progress of the review required by
subsection (a).
(d) Definition.--In this section:
(1) The term ``ANSI/HFES Standard 400-2021'' means American
National Standards Institute (ANSI) and Human Factors and
Ergonomics Society (HFES) Standard 400-2021 (pertaining to human
readiness level scale in the system development process).
(2) The term ``human readiness level'' means a measurement
system used to evaluate the suitability and usability of a
technology for human use.
(3) The term ``technology readiness level'' means a
measurement system used to assess the maturity level of a
particular technology.
SEC. 242. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4001 note.>> BIOTECHNOLOGY ROADMAP.
(a) Roadmap Required.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with
the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, the Under
Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, and the
Secretaries of the military departments, shall submit to the
congressional defense committees a biotechnology roadmap.
(b) Elements.--In the roadmap required by subsection (a), the
Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) identify the strategic objectives of the Department of
Defense relating to biotechnology;
(2) <<NOTE: Timelines.>> for each strategic objective,
establish specific goals and milestones for the achievement of
such objective, including timelines for meeting such goals and
milestones;
(3) in the case of each updated version of the roadmap
following submittal of the initial roadmap under subsection (a),
include--
(A) <<NOTE: Review.>> a review of the goals and
milestones established under paragraph (2) to ensure
such goals and milestones continue to align with
strategic objectives under paragraph (1); and
(B) a description of any goals and milestones that
changed as a result of such review;
(4) identify the biotechnology development needs and
priorities for national security applications based on the
strategic objectives identified in paragraph (1);
(5) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> assess the technology maturity of
each priority identified pursuant to paragraph (4);
(6) describe funding sources for each priority identified
pursuant to paragraph (4), including both current sources and
sources covered by the future-years defense program submitted to
Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States Code;
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(7) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> provide a plan, timeline, and
metrics for research, development, testing, and evaluation
activities for the priorities identified pursuant to paragraph
(4);
(8) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> assess opportunities for rapid
acquisition and fielding of biotechnology in support of the
priorities identified pursuant to paragraph (4);
(9) identify and describe the role of each organization of
the Department with responsibilities relating to biotechnology
under the strategy, including investment priorities for the
Office of Strategic Capital and the Defense Advanced Research
Projects Agency;
(10) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> assess the overall risk to the
security of the United States of the biotechnology efforts
covered by the strategy;
(11) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> analyze any requirements of the
Federal Government that hinder the ability of the Department to
advance and use biotechnology;
(12) provide for the development and support of the
biotechnology workforce of the Department, including personnel
with responsibilities relating directly to biotechnology and
personnel who indirectly support the biotechnology efforts of
the Department such as personnel involved program management,
acquisition, investment, and legal matters;
(13) with respect to the biotechnology workforce described
in paragraph (12)--
(A) identify the total number of biotechnology
positions required to support the objectives of the
roadmap--
(i) as of the date of the roadmap; and
(ii) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> over the periods
of five and 10 years following such date;
(B) indicate the number of such positions that have
been filled as of the date of the roadmap;
(C) describe the positions included in the
biotechnology workforce, including a description of--
(i) the role of each position in supporting
the objectives under paragraph (1); and
(ii) the qualifications required for each
position, including any qualifications relating to
seniority level, education, training, and security
clearances;
(D) identify any challenges affecting the ability of
the Department to develop the biotechnology workforce
and propose solutions to those challenges;
(E) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> assess whether the codes
used to define positions and roles within the workforce
of the Department adequately cover the range of
positions and personnel that comprise the biotechnology
workforce, such as personnel in research, engineering,
and testing;
(F) identify mechanisms to enable the Department to
access outside expertise relating to biotechnology,
including mechanisms to assemble a pool of outside
experts who have been prequalified (including by
obtaining any necessary security clearances) to provide
advice and assistance to the Department on matters
relating to biotechnology on an as-needed basis; and
(G) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> assess whether personnel
occupying existing positions in the Department could be
used to meet biotechnology workforce needs with
additional training and, if so, the nature and scope of
the training required; and
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(14) address collaboration between the Department and
international partners to advance research on biotechnology,
which shall include--
(A) a description of any international partnerships
under which the United States is collaborating with
partners to conduct biotechnology research and
development for defense purposes, including a
description of any investment priorities for the Office
of Strategic Capital and the Defense Advanced Research
Projects Agency relating to such partnerships;
(B) a description of any new international
partnerships that may be entered into, or existing
partnerships that may be modified, to provide for such
collaboration; and
(C) identification of any challenges affecting the
ability of the Department engage in such collaboration
with international partners, including--
(i) any limitations on co-investments within
international partnerships;
(ii) any United States export controls or
other technology protections that hinder
information sharing within such partnerships; and
(iii) any other challenges that may prevent
the full utilization of such partnerships for such
collaboration.
(c) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Biennial Updates.--Not less frequently
than once every two years following the submittal of the initial roadmap
under subsection (a) until the termination date specified in subsection
(h), the Secretary shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Review.>> review and update the roadmap; and
(2) submit an updated version of the roadmap to the
congressional defense committees.
(d) Form.--Each version of the roadmap required to be submitted
under this section may be submitted in classified form, but if so
submitted, shall include an unclassified executive summary.
(e) <<NOTE: Time period. Web posting.>> Public Availability.--On
annual basis, the Secretary shall make an unclassified version of the
most recent roadmap submitted under this section available on a publicly
accessible website of the Department of Defense.
(f) GAO Evaluation and Report.--Not later than 180 days after the
date on which the Secretary of Defense submits the initial roadmap
pursuant to subsection (a), the Comptroller General of the United States
shall--
(1) complete an evaluation of the roadmap; and
(2) submit to the congressional defense committees a report
on the findings of the Comptroller General with respect to such
evaluation.
(g) Biotechnology Defined.--In this section, the term
``biotechnology'' means the application of science and technology to
living organisms and to parts, products, and models of such organisms to
alter living or non-living materials for the production of knowledge,
goods, or services.
(h) Sunset.--This section shall terminate on the date that is 10
years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
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SEC. 243. <<NOTE: 10 USC 113 note.>> PLAN TO ADVANCE INTERESTS OF
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE IN MATTERS RELATING
TO ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRUM IN
INTERNATIONAL FORA.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Plan Required.--Not later than 60 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense,
in coordination with the Chief Information Officer of the Department of
Defense, shall develop and commence implementation of a five-year plan
for advancing United States defense policy interests at meetings of
relevant international organizations and other international fora
relating to electromagnetic spectrum, including all phases of the World
Radiocommunication Conferences preparatory process.
(b) Elements.--At a minimum, the plan developed under subsection (a)
shall include the following:
(1) Actions and resourcing required to ensure that the
Department of Defense has the personnel and expertise required
to engage meaningfully in the international activities described
in subsection (a).
(2) <<NOTE: Processes.>> Processes to increase pre-
coordination with relevant domestic partners and Federal
agencies on matters relating to the international activities
described in subsection (a), including the defense industrial
base and industry.
(3) Appropriate avenues to increase cooperation activities
with friendly foreign partners relating to the international
activities described in subsection (a).
(c) Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with
the Chief Information officer of the Department of Defense, shall
provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives a briefing on the plan developed under subsection
(a), which shall include information on relevant funded and unfunded
resourcing requirements for current and future fiscal years.
SEC. 244. STRATEGIC PLAN FOR QUANTUM INFORMATION SCIENCE
TECHNOLOGIES WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In General.--The Secretary of Defense
shall develop a strategic plan to guide the research, development, test,
and evaluation, procurement, and implementation of quantum information
science (referred to in this section as ``QIS'') technologies within the
Department of Defense, including the covered Armed Forces, over the
period of five years following the date of the enactment of this Act.
(b) Elements.--The plan required under subsection (a) shall include
the following:
(1) Identification of QIS technologies that have the
potential to solve operational challenges faced by the
Department of Defense.
(2) Plans to transition technologies identified under
paragraph (1) from the research, development, and prototyping
phases into operational use within the Department.
(3) Plans for the continuous evaluation, development, and
implementation of QIS technology solutions within the
Department.
(c) Report.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment
of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional
defense committees a report that includes--
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(1) the strategic plan developed under subsection (a); and
(2) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> an assessment of whether the
budgets proposed for QIS-related activities of the Department of
Defense and each of the covered Armed Forces appropriately
balance the use of research, development, test, and evaluation
funds designated as budget activity 1 (basic research), budget
activity 2 (applied research), and budget activity 3 (advanced
technology development) (as those budget activity
classifications are set forth in volume 2B, chapter 5 of the
Department of Defense Financial Management Regulation (DOD
7000.14-R)) to achieve the objectives of the strategic plan over
near-, mid-, and long-term timeframes.
(d) Updates.--Following the submittal of the initial strategic plan
pursuant to subsection (c)(1), the Secretary of Defense may periodically
update the plan as the Secretary determines necessary.
(e) Covered Armed Force Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered Armed Force'' means the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps,
or Space Force.
SEC. 245. DEFENSE SCIENCE BOARD STUDY ON LONG-TERM OPERATIONS AND
AVAILABILITY OF KWAJALEIN ATOLL AS A MAJOR
RANGE AND TEST FACILITY BASE.
(a) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> In General.--Not later than 30 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense
for Research and Engineering shall direct the Defense Science Board to
conduct a study to assess the feasibility and advisability of
designating the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site (RTS)
and the United States Army Garrison Kwajalein Atoll (USAG-KA) as
facilities and resources comprising the Major Range and Test Facility
Base, including with respect to the availability and mission capability
of such test site and garrison.
(b) Elements.--The study conducted under subsection (a) shall cover
the following:
(1) The history and rationale for the split funding of the
United States facilities and capabilities on Kwajalein Atoll
between an Army Garrison and a Major Range and Test Facility
Base and whether those objectives have been achieved and, if
not, an explanation of the reasons those objectives have not
been achieved.
(2) The status of the garrison infrastructure and
operations.
(3) The status of the test asset operability, usage, and
maintainability.
(4) The interrelationship between garrison infrastructure
and test asset operability.
(5) The status of the supported or supporting relationship
between the United States Army Garrison Kwajalein Atoll, the
Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site, and the
Lincoln Laboratory of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology
and the long-term outlook for this partnership.
(6) The role of the Kwajalein Atoll in supporting current
and future missions of the Department of Defense.
(7) Such other matters as the Under Secretary of Defense for
Research and Engineering or the Defense Science Board consider
appropriate.
(c) Deadline for Completion.--The Defense Science Board shall
complete the study required by subsection (a) by not later than May 15,
2025.
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(d) Report.--Not later than 10 days after the completion of the
study required by subsection (a), the Under Secretary of Defense for
Research and Engineering shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a report on the findings of the Defense Science Board with
respect to the study.
(e) Definition of Major Range and Test Facility Base.--In this
section, the term ``Major Range and Test Facility Base'' has the meaning
given such term in section 4173 of title 10, United States Code.
TITLE III--OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Subtitle A--Authorization of Appropriations
Sec. 301. Authorization of appropriations.
Subtitle B--Energy and Environment
Sec. 311. Modification of definition of antenna structure project under
Military Aviation and Installation Assurance Clearinghouse
for review of mission obstructions.
Sec. 312. Extension of period for cooperative agreements under Native
American lands environmental mitigation program.
Sec. 313. Extension of requirement to establish a schedule of black
start exercises to assess the energy resilience and energy
security of military installations.
Sec. 314. Change in timeframe for report on ability of Department of
Defense to meet requirements for energy resilience and energy
security measures on military installations.
Sec. 315. Repeal of limitation on procurement of drop-in fuels; annual
report.
Sec. 316. Extension of prohibition on required disclosure.
Sec. 317. Increase of transfer authority for funding of study and
assessment on health implications of per- and polyfluoroalkyl
substances contamination in drinking water by Agency for
Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.
Sec. 318. Initiative to control and combat the spread of coconut
rhinoceros beetle in Hawaii.
Sec. 319. Prohibition on implementation of regulation relating to
minimizing risk of climate change.
Sec. 320. Implementation of Inspector General recommendations relating
to oversight of defense fuel support points.
Sec. 321. Provision by Secretary of the Air Force of meteorological data
for Air Force and Army.
Subtitle C--Logistics and Sustainment
Sec. 331. Joint Safety Council report and briefing requirements.
Sec. 332. Modifications to Comptroller General annual reviews of F-35
sustainment efforts.
Sec. 333. Plans regarding condition and maintenance of prepositioned
stockpiles of Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force.
Sec. 334. Warehouse utilization organization alignment.
Sec. 335. Authority for Government-owned, Government-operated facilities
to access production base support funds.
Sec. 336. Pre-positioned stocks of finished defense textile articles.
Subtitle D--Reports
Sec. 341. Modification of readiness reports to include total number of
combat readiness upgrades or downgrades.
Sec. 342. Extension and expansion of incident reporting requirements for
Department of Defense.
Sec. 343. Annual briefing on operational readiness of 53rd Weather
Reconnaissance Squadron prior to commencement of official
hurricane season.
Subtitle E--Other Matters
Sec. 351. Extension of authority for Secretary of Defense to use
Department of Defense reimbursement rate for transportation
services provided to certain non-Department of Defense
entities.
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Sec. 352. Improvements to FireGuard Program of National Guard.
Sec. 353. Counter unmanned aerial system threat library.
Sec. 354. Limitation on availability of funds for travel expenses of
Office of Secretary of Defense until submission of certain
documents.
Sec. 355. Anti-lock brake system and electronic stability control kit
for certain Army vehicles.
Sec. 356. Program for advanced manufacturing in the Indo-Pacific region.
Subtitle A--Authorization of Appropriations
SEC. 301. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025
for the use of the Armed Forces and other activities and agencies of the
Department of Defense for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for
operation and maintenance, as specified in the funding table in section
4301.
Subtitle B--Energy and Environment
SEC. 311. MODIFICATION OF DEFINITION OF ANTENNA STRUCTURE PROJECT
UNDER MILITARY AVIATION AND INSTALLATION
ASSURANCE CLEARINGHOUSE FOR REVIEW OF
MISSION OBSTRUCTIONS.
Section 183a(h)(2)(A)(ii) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``under this title'' and inserting ``by law''.
SEC. 312. EXTENSION OF PERIOD FOR COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS UNDER
NATIVE AMERICAN LANDS ENVIRONMENTAL
MITIGATION PROGRAM.
Section 2713(c)(3) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``two calendar years'' and inserting ``five calendar years''.
SEC. 313. EXTENSION OF REQUIREMENT TO ESTABLISH A SCHEDULE OF
BLACK START EXERCISES TO ASSESS THE ENERGY
RESILIENCE AND ENERGY SECURITY OF MILITARY
INSTALLATIONS.
Section 2920(d)(2)(C)(ii) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``2027'' and inserting ``2032''.
SEC. 314. CHANGE IN TIMEFRAME FOR REPORT ON ABILITY OF DEPARTMENT
OF DEFENSE TO MEET REQUIREMENTS FOR ENERGY
RESILIENCE AND ENERGY SECURITY MEASURES ON
MILITARY INSTALLATIONS.
(a) In General.--Section 2920(g) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``2029'' and inserting ``2027''.
(b) Briefing Requirement.--Not later than June 30, 2025, the
Secretary of Defense shall provide to the congressional defense
committees a briefing on the progress of the Secretary in meeting the
requirements under section 2920(a) of title 10, United States Code.
SEC. 315. REPEAL OF LIMITATION ON PROCUREMENT OF DROP-IN FUELS;
ANNUAL REPORT.
(a) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 2922.>> Repeal.--Section 2922h of title 10,
United States Code, is repealed.
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(b) Annual Report.--Subchapter II of chapter 173 of title 10, United
States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 2922.>> is amended by adding at the
end the following new section:
``Sec. 2922j. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2922j.>> Annual report on purchase of
drop-in fuel
``(a) In General.--Not less frequently than annually, the Secretary
of Defense shall submit to Congress a report that, for the year covered
by the report--
``(1) identifies each instance in which the Secretary
purchased drop-in fuel that was not cost-competitive with
traditional fuel; and
``(2) for each instance identified under paragraph (1),
states whether the purchase was based on a military requirement
or not.
``(b) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `drop-in fuel' means a neat or blended liquid
hydrocarbon fuel designed as a direct replacement for a
traditional fuel with comparable performance characteristics and
compatible with existing infrastructure and equipment.
``(2) The term `traditional fuel' means a liquid hydrocarbon
fuel derived or refined from petroleum.''.
SEC. 316. EXTENSION OF PROHIBITION ON REQUIRED DISCLOSURE.
Section 318(a)(2) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31) <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec.
4651.>> is amended by striking ``one-year period'' and inserting
``three-year period''.
SEC. 317. INCREASE OF TRANSFER AUTHORITY FOR FUNDING OF STUDY AND
ASSESSMENT ON HEALTH IMPLICATIONS OF PER-
AND POLYFLUOROALKYL SUBSTANCES
CONTAMINATION IN DRINKING WATER BY AGENCY
FOR TOXIC SUBSTANCES AND DISEASE REGISTRY.
Clause (iv) of section 316(a)(2)(B) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115-91; 131 Stat.
1350), as most recently amended by section 333 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31), is further
amended by striking ``during fiscal year 2024'' and inserting ``a year
during fiscal years 2024 through 2025''.
SEC. 318. INITIATIVE TO CONTROL AND COMBAT THE SPREAD OF COCONUT
RHINOCEROS BEETLE IN HAWAII.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense shall enhance efforts to
manage, control, and interdict the coconut rhinoceros beetle on military
installations in Hawaii.
(b) Authorized Activities.--The efforts required under subsection
(a) shall include the following:
(1) Carrying out science-based management and control
programs to reduce the effect of the coconut rhinoceros beetle
on military installations and to prevent the introduction or
spread of the coconut rhinoceros beetle to areas where such
beetle has not yet been established.
(2) Providing support for interagency and intergovernmental
response efforts to control, interdict, monitor, and eradicate
the coconut rhinoceros beetle on military installations in
Hawaii.
(3) Pursuing chemical, biological, and other control
techniques, technology transfer, and best practices to support
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management, control, interdiction and, where possible,
eradication of the coconut rhinoceros beetle from Hawaii.
(4) Establishing an early detection and rapid response
mechanism to monitor and deploy coordinated efforts if the
coconut rhinoceros beetle, or another newly detected invasive
alien species, is detected at new sites on military
installations in Hawaii.
(5) Carrying out such other activities as the Secretary
determines appropriate to manage, control, and interdict the
coconut rhinoceros beetle on military installations in Hawaii.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> Annual Briefings.--Not later
than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually
thereafter for each of the next three years, the Assistant Secretary of
the Navy for Energy, Installations, and Environment shall provide to the
Committees on Armed Services of the House of Representatives and the
Senate a briefing on the implementation of this section, which shall
include detailed information about the efforts of the Secretary to
manage, control, and interdict the coconut rhinoceros beetle on military
installations in Hawaii.
SEC. 319. PROHIBITION ON IMPLEMENTATION OF REGULATION RELATING TO
MINIMIZING RISK OF CLIMATE CHANGE.
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or
otherwise made available for the Department of Defense for fiscal year
2025 may be used to finalize or implement any rule based on the advanced
notice of proposed rulemaking titled ``Federal Acquisition Regulation:
Minimizing the Risk of Climate Change in Federal Acquisitions'' (October
15, 2021; 86 Fed. Reg. 57404).
SEC. 320. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2922 note.>> IMPLEMENTATION OF INSPECTOR
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS RELATING TO
OVERSIGHT OF DEFENSE FUEL SUPPORT POINTS.
With respect to each recommendation of the Inspector General of the
Department of Defense contained in the report published by the Inspector
General on April 11, 2024, and titled ``Audit of the Defense Logistics
Agency Oversight of Defense Fuel Support Points'' (DODIG-2024-075), by
not later than May 1, 2026, the Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) implement such recommendation; or
(2) <<NOTE: Reports.>> submit to the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report
containing an explanation of why the Secretary has not
implemented the recommendation.
SEC. 321. <<NOTE: 10 USC 9013 note.>> PROVISION BY SECRETARY OF
THE AIR FORCE OF METEOROLOGICAL DATA FOR
AIR FORCE AND ARMY.
(a) In General.--Except as provided in subsection (b), the Secretary
of the Air Force shall provide meteorological and environmental services
for operations of the Department of the Air Force and shall provide
meteorological services for the Department of the Army.
(b) Exception for Ballistics Data.--The requirement under subsection
(a) shall not apply to meteorological ballistics data for the Department
of the Army.
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Subtitle C--Logistics and Sustainment
SEC. 331. JOINT SAFETY COUNCIL REPORT AND BRIEFING REQUIREMENTS.
Section 185 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (k)--
(A) in paragraph (1)--
(i) by striking ``Chair'' and inserting
``Chairperson''; and
(ii) by striking ``semi-annual'' and inserting
``biannual''; and
(B) in paragraph (2)--
(i) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A)--
(I) by striking ``March 31, 2023,
and not later than'';
(II) by striking ``thereafter''; and
(III) by striking ``a report'' and
inserting ``an annual report'';
(ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``and''
after the semicolon;
(iii) in subparagraph (B), by striking the
period and inserting ``; and''; and
(iv) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraph:
``(C) for the year covered by the report--
``(i) releasable information regarding any mishap
that occurred during such year; and
``(ii) an identification of any corrective or
preventative action implemented pursuant to a
recommendation made in a safety or legal investigation
report of such a mishap.''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(l) Biannual Briefings.--Not later than March 31 and December 31
of each year, the Chairperson of the Council shall provide to the
congressional defense committees a briefing on the contents of the
report required to be submitted under subsection (k)(1) that covers the
six-month period preceding the date of the briefing.''.
SEC. 332. MODIFICATIONS TO COMPTROLLER GENERAL ANNUAL REVIEWS OF
F-35 SUSTAINMENT EFFORTS.
Section 357 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81) <<NOTE: 135 Stat. 1660.>> is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by
striking ``2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025'' and inserting
``2025, 2026, and 2027'';
(B) in paragraph (1)--
(i) by striking ``(including'' and inserting
``, which may include''; and
(ii) by striking the closing parenthesis; and
(C) in paragraph (2), by striking `` as a result of
such review''; and
(2) in subsection (b), by striking ``of the following:'' and
all that follows through the period at the end of paragraph (4)
and inserting ``of matters regarding the sustainment or
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affordability of the F-35 Lighting II aircraft program that the
Comptroller General, after consulting with staff from the
Committees on Armed Services of the House of Representatives and
the Senate, determines to be of critical importance to the long-
term viability of such program.''.
SEC. 333. <<NOTE: Deadlines. Time periods. 10 USC 2229
note.>> PLANS REGARDING CONDITION AND
MAINTENANCE OF PREPOSITIONED STOCKPILES OF
NAVY, MARINE CORPS, AND AIR FORCE.
(a) Plan Required.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Navy and the
Secretary of the Air Force shall each develop a plan to improve
the required inspection procedures for the prepositioned
stockpiles of the Armed Force concerned, for the purpose of
identifying deficiencies and conducting maintenance repairs at
levels necessary to ensure such prepositioned stockpiles are
mission capable.
(2) Additional requirements for navy and marine corps
plan.--The plan of the Secretary of the Navy required under
paragraph (1) shall include--
(A) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> an analysis of the readiness
of ships of the Navy and Marine Corps that hold or
facilitate the off-loading of prepositioned stockpiles;
and
(B) suggestions for improving inspection procedures
of such ships.
(b) <<NOTE: Inspection.>> Implementation.--Not later than 30 days
after the date on which the Secretary concerned completes the
development of a plan under subsection (a), and not less frequently than
twice each year thereafter for the three-year period beginning on the
date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary concerned shall inspect
the prepositioned stockpiles of the Armed Force concerned in accordance
with the procedures under such plan.
(c) Briefings.--
(1) Briefing on plan.--Not later than 120 days after the
date of the enactment of this Act, each Secretary concerned
shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing
on the plan of the Secretary developed under subsection (a).
(2) Briefings on status of prepositioned stockpiles.--Not
later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
and every 180 days thereafter for the three-year period
beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, each
Secretary concerned shall provide to the congressional defense
committees a briefing on the status and condition of the
prepositioned stockpiles of the Armed Force concerned.
(d) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``Armed Force concerned'' means--
(A) the Navy and the Marine Corps, with respect to
the Secretary of the Navy;
(B) the Air Force, with respect to the Secretary of
the Air Force.
(2) The term ``Secretary concerned'' means--
(A) the Secretary of the Navy, with respect to
matters concerning the Navy and the Marine Corps; and
(B) the Secretary of the Air Force, with respect to
matters concerning the Air Force.
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SEC. 334. <<NOTE: Plans.>> WAREHOUSE UTILIZATION ORGANIZATION
ALIGNMENT.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing.--Not later than 90 days after the
date of the enactment of this Act, each Secretary of a military
department and the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency shall
provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing that--
(1) identifies the designated organization or command that
will serve as the global integrator of that military department
or agency and assume responsibilities as the manager of the
storage network of that military department or agency; and
(2) sets forth a comprehensive plan of the Secretary
concerned or the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency, as
the case may be--
(A) to deploy storage space management tools, as
authorized by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for
Sustainment, across the network of that military
department or agency; and
(B) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> to evaluate approaches for
identifying improved supply chain processes, visibility,
mission alignment, and cost savings and avoidances
enabled through space consolidation.
(b) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Annual Report.--Not later than one year
after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for
the following five years, each Secretary of a military department and
the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency shall submit to the
congressional defense committees a report containing the following:
(1) Plans for reconstituting commercially-stored inventory
of the Department of Defense into the warehouses of the
Department on military installations.
(2) Information on barriers to reconstituting such inventory
from commercial storage locations.
SEC. 335. <<NOTE: Deadline. Regulations. 10 USC note prec.
7532.>> AUTHORITY FOR GOVERNMENT-OWNED,
GOVERNMENT-OPERATED FACILITIES TO ACCESS
PRODUCTION BASE SUPPORT FUNDS.
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe regulations providing that
Government-owned, Government-operated facilities are eligible to receive
production base support funding from the Army.
SEC. 336. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2229 note.>> PRE-POSITIONED STOCKS OF
FINISHED DEFENSE TEXTILE ARTICLES.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense may establish pre-
positioned stocks of finished defense textile articles, such as uniforms
and protective gear, to support the rapid mobilization and sustainment
of members of the Armed Forces during a contingency operation.
(b) Plan to Reduce Delays.--The Secretary shall develop a plan for
phasing in and targeting policy changes relating to defense textile
articles to reduce delinquencies and mitigate delays between policy
decisions that may result in the miscalculation of stockpiling in order
to ensure ample finished textiles are available to prevent a scenario in
which the demand for certain articles is ramping down by the time the
supply chain can ramp up to meet the need.
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Subtitle D--Reports
SEC. 341. MODIFICATION OF READINESS REPORTS TO INCLUDE TOTAL
NUMBER OF COMBAT READINESS UPGRADES OR
DOWNGRADES.
Paragraph (5) of section 482(b) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended to read as follows:
``(5) The total number of upgrades and the total number of
downgrades of the combat readiness of a unit that were issued by
the commander of the unit, disaggregated by armed force.''.
SEC. 342. EXTENSION AND EXPANSION OF INCIDENT REPORTING
REQUIREMENTS FOR DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
Section 363 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 10 U.S.C. 2722 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph
(1), by striking ``fiscal years 2022, 2023, and 2024'' and
inserting ``fiscal years 2022 through 2029''; and
(2) in subsection (b), by striking ``to the National Crime
Information Center and local law enforcement.'' and inserting
``to--
``(1) the National Crime Information Center;
``(2) local law enforcement; and
``(3) the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the
House of Representatives.''.
SEC. 343. <<NOTE: Time periods.>> ANNUAL BRIEFING ON OPERATIONAL
READINESS OF 53RD WEATHER RECONNAISSANCE
SQUADRON PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF OFFICIAL
HURRICANE SEASON.
Not later than March 31, 2025, and annually thereafter for each of
the subsequent two years, the commanding officer of the 22nd Air Force
shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the
House of Representatives a briefing on the operational readiness of the
53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron. Each such briefing shall address
spares, personnel, supporting infrastructure, and such other matters as
the commanding officer determines appropriate.
Subtitle E--Other Matters
SEC. 351. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY FOR SECRETARY OF DEFENSE TO USE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE REIMBURSEMENT RATE
FOR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES PROVIDED TO
CERTAIN NON-DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
ENTITIES.
Section 2642(b) of title 10, United States Code is amended by
striking ``October 1, 2024'' and inserting ``October 1, 2026''.
SEC. 352. IMPROVEMENTS TO FIREGUARD PROGRAM OF NATIONAL GUARD.
(a) In General.--Section 510 of title 32, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) by striking ``The Secretary'' and inserting ``(a) In
General.--The Secretary''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
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``(b) Contracts and Agreements.--(1) The Secretary of Defense may
enter into a contract or cooperative agreement with a qualified
individual or entity for the performance of duties to supplement members
of the National Guard in carrying out the FireGuard Program under
subsection (a).
``(2) <<NOTE: Memorandum.>> In association with a contract or
cooperative agreement entered into under paragraph (1) with a qualified
individual or entity, the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, in
coordination with relevant State, local, and commercial entities, shall
execute a memorandum of understanding with the qualified individual or
entity, which shall clearly delineate the roles, responsibilities,
functions, timelines, and end dates for the transition of the duties to
be performed under the contract or cooperative agreement.
``(3) <<NOTE: Definition.>> In this subsection, the term `qualified
individual or entity' means--
``(A) any individual who possesses a requisite security
clearance for handling classified remote sensing data for the
purpose of wildfire detection and monitoring; or
``(B) any corporation, firm, partnership, company,
nonprofit, Federal agency or sub-agency, or State or local
government, with contractors or employees who possess a
requisite security clearance for handling such data.''.
(b) Report.--
(1) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> In general.--Not later than 90
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Agriculture
and any National Guard units affected by subsection (b) of
section 510 of title 32, United States Code, as added by
subsection (a), shall submit to Congress a report that includes
an evaluation of the effectiveness of the FireGuard Program
under such section and of opportunities to further engage
civilian capacity within the program.
(2) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Matters included.--The report
under paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) An assessment of the efficacy of the FireGuard
Program in detecting and monitoring wildfires, including
the speed of detection.
(B) <<NOTE: Plan.>> A plan to facilitate production
and dissemination of unclassified remote sensing
information for use by civilian organizations, including
Federal, State, and local government organizations, in
carrying out wildfire detection activities.
(C) An assessment of the sustainability of the
Fireguard program, including the cost, the effects on
readiness, and the effects on other required missions.
SEC. 353. <<NOTE: 10 USC 130i note.>> COUNTER UNMANNED AERIAL
SYSTEM THREAT LIBRARY.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Army,
through the Joint Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office, shall
establish and maintain a threat library, or expand and maintain an
existing threat library, to coordinate efforts across the Department of
Defense to counter unmanned aircraft systems.
(b) Information To Be Included.--The threat library required under
subsection (a) shall include--
(1) <<NOTE: Classified information.>> classified and
unclassified information relating to known or suspected threats
from unmanned aircraft systems;
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(2) proposed solutions for countering such known threats;
and
(3) <<NOTE: List.>> a comprehensive listing of global
incursions from unmanned aircraft systems at installations of
the Department of Defense.
(c) <<NOTE: Framework.>> Dissemination.--The Secretary of the Army,
through the Joint Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office, shall
establish a framework to share the information contained in the threat
library required under subsection (a) with the military departments, the
combatant commands, other Federal agencies, and relevant industries, as
determined by the Secretary of the Army, in order to maintain
technological superiority in aerial defense.
SEC. 354. <<NOTE: Implementation plans.>> LIMITATION ON
AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR TRAVEL EXPENSES
OF OFFICE OF SECRETARY OF DEFENSE UNTIL
SUBMISSION OF CERTAIN DOCUMENTS.
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise
made available for fiscal year 2025 for operation and maintenance,
defense-wide, and available for the Office of the Secretary of Defense
for travel expenses, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or
expended until the date on which the Secretary of Defense has submitted
to the congressional defense committees all of the following documents:
(1) The implementation plan for the Joint Concept for
Competing released on February 10, 2023, as required by section
1088 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 419; 10 U.S.C. 113 note).
(2) The Department of Defense Operations in the Information
Environment Implementation Plan, as referenced in the Strategy
for Operations in the Information Environment released in July
2023.
(3) The Special Operations Forces joint operating concept
for competition and conflict, as required by section 1047(a) of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022
(Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 1905).
(4) <<NOTE: Records. Time period.>> Unredacted copies of
documents requested by the Committee on Armed Services of the
Senate during the period beginning on January 1, 2024, and
ending on June 1, 2024.
SEC. 355. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC note prec. 7532.>> ANTI-LOCK
BRAKE SYSTEM AND ELECTRONIC STABILITY
CONTROL KIT FOR CERTAIN ARMY VEHICLES.
(a) Requirement.--By not later than September 30, 2033, the
Secretary of the Army shall ensure that all high-mobility multipurpose
wheeled vehicles of the Army are equipped with an anti-lock brake system
and electronic stability control kit.
(b) Plan.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of
this Act, the Secretary of the Army shall submit to the congressional
defense committees a plan to carry out subsection (a). Such plan shall
include each of the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Texas.>> A description of the steps required to
increase production of anti-lock brake systems and electronic
stability control kits and retrofit high-mobility multipurpose
wheeled vehicles at Red River Army Depot, Texas, and its
associated flyaway teams.
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(2) An identification of any challenges to meeting the
requirement under subsection (a) and a list of steps required to
address those challenges.
(3) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> An estimated monthly rate of
retrofits needed to meet the requirement under subsection (a).
(4) <<NOTE: Funding plan.>> A funding plan for carrying out
the steps referred to in paragraphs (1) and (2).
(5) An identification of any authorities or funding required
for any secondary destination transportation necessary to carry
out the plan.
(c) Annual Certification.--Not later than each of March 1, 2025,
March 1, 2026, and March 1, 2027, the Secretary of the Army shall
certify to the congressional defense committees that the budget of the
Army will enable the Army to meet the requirement under subsection (a).
SEC. 356. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4841 note.>> PROGRAM FOR ADVANCED
MANUFACTURING IN THE INDO-PACIFIC REGION.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Establishment.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense,
acting through the Secretary of the Navy and in consultation with the
Commander of the United States Indo-Pacific Command, shall carry out a
program under which the Secretary shall establish an advanced
manufacturing facility on or near a military installation within the
area of responsibility of the United States Indo-Pacific Command for the
purpose of--
(1) meeting flexible manufacturing requirements to support
the submarine, shipbuilding, and other defense activity
industrial bases;
(2) fostering partnerships between industry, local
universities, and workforce training programs to develop a local
workforce in the vicinity of such facility capable of meeting
advanced manufacturing demands;
(3) coordinating responses to requirements of the Submarine
Industrial Base Task Force, the United States Indo-Pacific
Command, the Innovation Capability and Modernization Office of
the Department of Defense, the Industrial Base Analysis and
Sustainment program of the Department, and other relevant
defense organizations;
(4) providing for the manufacturing of unmanned vehicles,
including surface and underwater vehicles, and develops ship
maintenance capabilities; and
(5) responding to needs across the uniformed services and
the defense industrial base.
(b) Elements.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall--
(1) ensure that the advanced manufacturing facility under
such subsection is capable of--
(A) applying advanced manufacturing to small and
large metal and composite structures;
(B) manufacturing systems and components that--
(i) use appropriate advanced manufacturing
methods including hybrid and additive (for
example, additive manufacturing, powder bed fusion
manufacturing, cold spray manufacturing, or other
similar manufacturing capabilities); and
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(ii) maintain a set of modern local machining
systems with at least five-axis capability
sufficient to support requirements;
(C) maintaining a production capability across
critical materials of the Navy in order to respond to
emerging repair and production requirements during
conflict; and
(2) ensure broad workforce participation by establishing the
facility either outside of a military installation (but very
close to a military installation) or onboard a military
installation with readily available access to a civilian trainee
workforce.
(c) <<NOTE: Summary.>> Report.--Not later than December 1 of the
year after the year during which a facility is established under
subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report
summarizing the actions taken under the program established under such
subsection, including information on how the program is supporting
initiatives of the United States Indo-Pacific Command.
(d) Advanced Manufacturing Defined.--In this section, the term
``advanced manufacturing'' means a manufacturing process using the
following techniques:
(1) Additive manufacturing.
(2) Wire-arc additive manufacturing.
(3) Powder bed fusion manufacturing.
(4) Other similar manufacturing capabilities.
TITLE IV--MILITARY PERSONNEL AUTHORIZATIONS
Subtitle A--Active Forces
Sec. 401. End strengths for active forces.
Sec. 402. Annual end strength authorization for the Space Force.
Sec. 403. Temporary exclusion of mental health care providers from
authorized strengths of certain officers on active duty.
Subtitle B--Reserve Forces
Sec. 411. End strengths for Selected Reserve.
Sec. 412. End strengths for Reserves on active duty in support of the
Reserves.
Sec. 413. End strengths for military technicians (dual status).
Sec. 414. Maximum number of reserve personnel authorized to be on active
duty for operational support.
Subtitle C--Authorization of Appropriations
Sec. 421. Military personnel.
Subtitle D--Reports
Sec. 431. Annual defense manpower profile report: expansion of
justifications for end strengths.
Subtitle A--Active Forces
SEC. 401. END STRENGTHS FOR ACTIVE FORCES.
The Armed Forces are authorized strengths for active duty personnel
as of September 30, 2025, as follows:
(1) The Army, 442,300.
(2) The Navy, 332,300.
(3) The Marine Corps, 172,300.
(4) The Air Force, 320,000.
(5) The Space Force, 9,800.
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SEC. 402. ANNUAL END STRENGTH AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SPACE FORCE.
(a) End Strength Authorization by Law for Space Force to Be a Single
Number for Members in Space Force Active Status.--
(1) Requirement.--Subsection (a) of section 115 of title 10,
United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the
following new paragraph:
``(3) The end strength for the Space Force for members in
space force active status.''.
(2) Conforming amendments.--Such subsection is further
amended--
(A) in the subsection heading, by striking ``and
Selected Reserve'' and inserting ``, Selected Reserve,
and Space Force''; and
(B) in paragraph (1), by striking ``each of the
armed forces (other than the Coast Guard)'' and
inserting ``the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine
Corps''.
(b) Corresponding Limitation on Appropriations.--Subsection (c) of
such section is amended--
(1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``; or'' and inserting a
semicolon;
(2) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and
(3) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new
paragraph:
``(3) the use of members of the Space Force in space force
active status unless the end strength for the Space Force for
that fiscal year for members in space force active status has
been authorized by law; or''.
(c) Authority for Variances of End Strength.--
(1) Secretary of defense.--Subsection (f) of such section is
amended--
(A) in the subsection heading, by striking ``and
Selected Reserve'' and inserting ``, Selected Reserve,
and Space Force''; and
(B) in paragraph (1), by striking ``subsection
(a)(1)(A)'' and inserting ``paragraph (1)(A) or (3) of
subsection (a)''.
(2) Secretary of the air force.--Subsection (g) of such
section is amended--
(A) in the subsection heading, by striking ``and
Selected Reserve'' and inserting ``, Selected Reserve,
and Space Force''; and
(B) in paragraph (1)(A), by striking ``subsection
(a)(1)(A)'' and inserting ``paragraph (1)(A) or (3) of
subsection (a)''.
(3) <<NOTE: 10 USC 115 note.>> Effective date.--The
amendments made by paragraphs (1) and (2) shall take effect upon
the date specified under paragraph (2) of section 1736(a) of the
Space Force Personnel Management Act (title XVII of Public Law
118-31; 137 Stat. 677) for the expiration of the authority
provided by paragraph (1) of that section.
(4) Conforming cross-reference amendments to sfpma.--Section
1736(a)(1) of the Space Force Personnel Management Act (title
XVII of Public Law 118-31) <<NOTE: 10 USC 20001 note.>> is
amended by striking ``section 115(a)(1)(A)'' both places it
appears and inserting ``section 115(a)(3)''.
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SEC. 403. TEMPORARY EXCLUSION OF MENTAL HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS FROM
AUTHORIZED STRENGTHS OF CERTAIN OFFICERS
ON ACTIVE DUTY.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period. 10 USC 523 note.>> Temporary Exclusion.--
During fiscal years 2025 through 2027, officers who are licensed mental
health providers (including clinical psychologists, licensed clinical
social workers, mental health nurse practitioners, and psychiatric
physician assistants) shall be excluded in computing and determining
authorized strengths under section 523 of title 10, United States Code.
(b) <<NOTE: Reports. Recommenda- tions.>> Proposal.--Not later than
September 30, 2025, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives
a report containing recommendations of the Secretary regarding
amendments to subsection (b) of such section that would eliminate
permanent exclusions to computations and determinations under such
section.
Subtitle B--Reserve Forces
SEC. 411. END STRENGTHS FOR SELECTED RESERVE.
(a) In General.--The Armed Forces are authorized strengths for
Selected Reserve personnel of the reserve components as of September 30,
2025, as follows:
(1) The Army National Guard of the United States, 325,000.
(2) The Army Reserve, 175,800.
(3) The Navy Reserve, 57,700.
(4) The Marine Corps Reserve, 32,500.
(5) The Air National Guard of the United States, 108,300.
(6) The Air Force Reserve, 67,000.
(7) The Coast Guard Reserve, 7,000.
(b) End Strength Reductions.--The end strengths prescribed by
subsection (a) for the Selected Reserve of any reserve component shall
be proportionately reduced by--
(1) the total authorized strength of units organized to
serve as units of the Selected Reserve of such component which
are on active duty (other than for training) at the end of the
fiscal year; and
(2) the total number of individual members not in units
organized to serve as units of the Selected Reserve of such
component who are on active duty (other than for training or for
unsatisfactory participation in training) without their consent
at the end of the fiscal year.
(c) End Strength Increases.--Whenever units or individual members of
the Selected Reserve for any reserve component are released from active
duty during any fiscal year, the end strength prescribed for such fiscal
year for the Selected Reserve of such reserve component shall be
increased proportionately by the total authorized strengths of such
units and by the total number of such individual members.
SEC. 412. END STRENGTHS FOR RESERVES ON ACTIVE DUTY IN SUPPORT OF
THE RESERVES.
Within the end strengths prescribed in section 411(a), the reserve
components of the Armed Forces are authorized, as of September 30, 2025,
the following number of Reserves to be serving on full-time active duty
or full-time duty, in the case of members
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of the National Guard, for the purpose of organizing, administering,
recruiting, instructing, or training the reserve components:
(1) The Army National Guard of the United States, 30,845.
(2) The Army Reserve, 16,511.
(3) The Navy Reserve, 10,132.
(4) The Marine Corps Reserve, 2,400.
(5) The Air National Guard of the United States, 25,982.
(6) The Air Force Reserve, 6,311.
SEC. 413. END STRENGTHS FOR MILITARY TECHNICIANS (DUAL STATUS).
(a) In General.--The minimum number of military technicians (dual
status) as of the last day of fiscal year 2025 for the reserve
components of the Army and the Air Force (notwithstanding section 129 of
title 10, United States Code) shall be the following:
(1) For the Army National Guard of the United States,
22,294.
(2) For the Army Reserve, 6,492.
(3) For the Air National Guard of the United States, 10,744.
(4) For the Air Force Reserve, 6,697.
(b) Limitation on Number of Temporary Military Technicians (dual
Status).--The number of temporary military technicians (dual status)
under subsection (a) may not exceed 25 percent of the total number
authorized under such subsection.
(c) Prohibition.--A State may not coerce a military technician (dual
status) to accept an offer of realignment or conversion to any other
military status, including as a member on Active Guard and Reserve duty.
No action may be taken against an individual, or the position of such
individual, who refuses such an offer solely on the basis of such
refusal.
SEC. 414. MAXIMUM NUMBER OF RESERVE PERSONNEL AUTHORIZED TO BE ON
ACTIVE DUTY FOR OPERATIONAL SUPPORT.
During fiscal year 2025, the maximum number of members of the
reserve components of the Armed Forces who may be serving at any time on
full-time operational support duty under section 115(b) of title 10,
United States Code, is the following:
(1) The Army National Guard of the United States, 17,000.
(2) The Army Reserve, 13,000.
(3) The Navy Reserve, 6,200.
(4) The Marine Corps Reserve, 3,000.
(5) The Air National Guard of the United States, 16,000.
(6) The Air Force Reserve, 14,000.
Subtitle C--Authorization of Appropriations
SEC. 421. MILITARY PERSONNEL.
(a) Authorization of Appropriations.--Funds are hereby authorized to
be appropriated for fiscal year 2025 for the use of the Armed Forces and
other activities and agencies of the Department of Defense for expenses,
not otherwise provided for, for military personnel, as specified in the
funding table in section 4401.
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(b) Construction of Authorization.--The authorization of
appropriations in the subsection (a) supersedes any other authorization
of appropriations (definite or indefinite) for such purpose for fiscal
year 2025.
Subtitle D--Reports
SEC. 431. ANNUAL DEFENSE MANPOWER PROFILE REPORT: EXPANSION OF
JUSTIFICATIONS FOR END STRENGTHS.
Section 115a of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by striking ``Congress'' and
inserting ``the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and
the House of Representatives, and furnish to any Member of
Congress upon request,''; and
(2) in subsection (b)--
(A) by inserting ``(1)'' before ``The Secretary'';
and
(B) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(2) The justification and explanation required by paragraph (1)
shall include the following:
``(A) An explanation of how personnel end strength level
requests address threats described in the national defense
strategy under section 113(g) of this title.
``(B) The rationale for recommended increases or decreases
in active, reserve, and civilian personnel for each component of
the Department of Defense.
``(C) The actual end strength number for each armed force
for the prior fiscal year, compared to authorized end strength
levels.
``(D) The shortfall in recruiting by each armed force as a
percentage, as the Secretary determines appropriate.''.
TITLE V--MILITARY PERSONNEL POLICY
Subtitle A--Officer Policy
Sec. 501. Redistribution of general officers of the Marine Corps on
active duty.
Sec. 502. Authority to exclude additional positions from limitations on
the number of general officers and flag officers on active
duty.
Sec. 503. Eligibility for consideration for promotion: time-in-grade and
other requirements.
Sec. 504. Temporary authority to increase the number of nurse officers
recommended for promotion.
Sec. 505. Talent management and personnel retention for members of the
Armed Forces.
Sec. 506. Consideration of merit by special selection review boards.
Sec. 507. Effect of failure of selection for promotion: captains and
majors of the Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Space Force
and lieutenants and lieutenant commanders of the Navy.
Sec. 508. Modification of authority to separate officers when in the
best interest of the service.
Sec. 509. Remote appearance before a board of inquiry.
Sec. 509A. Marine Corps Deputy Commandants.
Sec. 509B. Improvements relating to Medical Officer of the Marine Corps
position.
Sec. 509C. Vice Chief of Space Operations; vacancy in position of Chief
of Space Operations.
Sec. 509D. Repeal of active duty service requirement for warrant officer
appointments in Air Force and Space Force.
Sec. 509E. Removal of officers from a list of Space Force officers
recommended for promotion.
Sec. 509F. Pilot program on peer and subordinate assessments of certain
officers.
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Subtitle B--Reserve Component Management
Sec. 511. Authority to extend military technicians until age 62.
Sec. 512. Extension of time period for transfer or discharge of certain
Army and Air Force reserve component general officers.
Sec. 513. Expanded authority to continue reserve component officers in
certain military specialties on the reserve active-status
list.
Sec. 514. Transfer to the Space Force of covered space functions of the
Air National Guard of the United States.
Sec. 515. Notice to Congress regarding reapportionment of National Guard
force structure.
Subtitle C--General Service Authorities, Decorations and Awards, and
Military Records
Sec. 521. Technical and conforming amendments relating to members of the
Space Force.
Sec. 522. Modified authority to provide protection to senior leaders of
the Department of Defense and other specified persons.
Sec. 523. Improving military administrative review.
Sec. 524. Determination of active duty service commitment for recipients
of fellowships, grants, and scholarships.
Sec. 525. Authority to designate certain separated members of the Air
Force as honorary separated members of the Space Force.
Sec. 526. Authorizations for certain awards.
Sec. 527. Posthumous advancement of General John D. Lavelle, United
States Air Force, on the retired list.
Subtitle D--Recruitment
Sec. 531. Expansion of report on future servicemember preparatory
course.
Sec. 532. Promoting military, national, and public service.
Sec. 533. Military recruiter physical access to campuses.
Sec. 534. Military Entrance Processing Command: acceleration of review
of medical records.
Sec. 535. Medical Accession Records Pilot program: notice of
termination.
Sec. 536. Provision of information regarding Federal service to certain
persons ineligible to enlist in certain Armed Forces.
Sec. 537. Reimbursement of applicants to certain Armed Forces for
certain medical costs incurred during military entrance
processing.
Sec. 538. Authority to modernize recruitment for the Army.
Sec. 539. Program of military recruitment and education at the National
September 11 Memorial and Museum.
Sec. 539A. Maritime workforce promotion and recruitment.
Subtitle E--Training
Sec. 541. Improvements to financial literacy training.
Sec. 542. Extension of JROTC programs to the Job Corps.
Sec. 543. Minimum number of participating students required to establish
or maintain a unit of JROTC.
Sec. 544. JROTC waiting list.
Sec. 545. Number of Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps units.
Sec. 546. Required constitutional law training.
Sec. 547. Prohibition on Federal funds for the Department of Defense
Countering Extremism Work Group.
Subtitle F--Member Education
Sec. 551. Expansion of international engagement authorities for Service
Academies.
Sec. 552. Modification of authority to engage in funded and unfunded law
education programs.
Sec. 553. Additional admissions authority for the Uniformed Services
University of the Health Sciences.
Sec. 554. Professional military education: technical correction to
definitions.
Sec. 555. Distance education option for professional military education.
Sec. 556. Authority to accept gifts of services for professional
military education institutions.
Sec. 557. Alternative service obligation for a cadet or midshipman who
becomes a professional athlete.
Sec. 558. Service Academies: Boards of Visitors.
Sec. 559. Modernizing Marine Corps Platoon Leaders Class college tuition
assistance program to account for inflation.
Sec. 559A. Information on nominations and applications for military
service academies.
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Sec. 559B. Ensuring access to certain higher education benefits.
Sec. 559C. Service Academies: referral of applicants to the senior
military colleges and units of the Senior Reserve Officer
Training Corps.
Sec. 559D. Pilot program to provide graduate education opportunities for
enlisted members of the Army and Navy.
Sec. 559E. Prohibition on use of Federal funds to endorse critical race
theory.
Subtitle G--Military Justice and Other Legal Matters
Sec. 561. Clarifying amendment to Article 2 of the Uniform Code of
Military Justice.
Sec. 562. Authority of special trial counsel with respect to certain
offenses occurring before effective date of military justice
reforms.
Sec. 563. Detailing of appellate defense counsel.
Sec. 564. Modification to offense of aiding the enemy under the Uniform
Code of Military Justice.
Sec. 565. Removal of marriage as a defense to article 120b offenses.
Sec. 566. Consolidation of military justice reporting requirements for
the military departments.
Sec. 567. Term of office for judges of the Court of Military Commission
Review.
Sec. 568. Continuity of coverage under certain provisions of title 18,
United States Code.
Sec. 569. Correction of certain citations in title 18, United States
Code, relating to sexual offenses.
Sec. 569A. Modification of timeline for potential implementation of
study on unanimous court-martial verdicts.
Sec. 569B. Removal of personally identifying and other information of
certain persons from the Department of Defense Central Index
of Investigations.
Sec. 569C. Expanded command notifications to victims of domestic
violence.
Sec. 569D. Extension of Defense Advisory Committee on Investigation,
Prosecution, and Defense of Sexual Assault in the Armed
Forces.
Sec. 569E. Analysis on the advisability of revising Military Rule of
Evidence 513.
Sec. 569F. Analysis of prohibition on broadcast and distribution of
digitally manipulated intimate images under the Uniform Code
of Military Justice.
Subtitle H--Career Transition
Sec. 571. Pathway for individualized counseling for members of the
reserve components under TAP.
Sec. 572. Extension of Troops-to-Teachers Program.
Sec. 573. Extension and expansion of report on the Transition Assistance
Program of the Department of Defense.
Sec. 574. Military training and competency records.
Subtitle I--Family Programs and Child Care
Sec. 581. Interstate compacts for portability of occupational licenses
of military spouses: permanent authority.
Sec. 582. Military Spouse Career Accelerator program.
Sec. 583. Competitive pay for Department of Defense child care
personnel.
Sec. 584. Posting of national child abuse hotline at military child
development centers.
Sec. 585. Additional information in outreach campaign relating to
waiting lists for military child development centers.
Sec. 586. Expansion of annual briefing regarding waiting lists for
military child development centers.
Sec. 587. Improvements relating to portability of professional licenses
of servicemembers and their spouses.
Sec. 588. Child care services and youth program services for dependents.
Sec. 589. Child care services and youth program services for dependents:
period of services for a member with a spouse seeking
employment.
Sec. 589A. Child development program staffing and compensation model.
Sec. 589B. Inclusive Playground Pilot Program.
Subtitle J--Dependent Education
Sec. 591. Advisory committees for Department of Defense domestic
dependents schools.
Sec. 592. Eligibility of dependents of certain deceased members of the
Armed Forces for enrollment in Department of Defense domestic
dependent elementary and secondary schools.
Sec. 593. Expansion of eligibility for virtual programs operated by
Department of Defense Education Activity.
Sec. 594. Authorization for school meal programs at Department of
Defense dependent schools.
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Sec. 595. Eligibility of certain dependents for enrollment in domestic
dependent elementary and secondary schools.
Sec. 596. Staffing of Department of Defense Education Activity schools
to maintain maximum student-to-teacher ratios.
Sec. 597. Enrollment in defense dependents' education system of children
of foreign military members assigned to United Nations
Command.
Sec. 598. Certain assistance to local educational agencies that benefit
dependents of military and civilian personnel.
Sec. 599. Training requirements teachers in 21st century schools of the
Department of Defense Education Activity.
Sec. 599A. Overseas transfer program for educators in schools operated
by the Department of Defense Education Activity.
Sec. 599B. Parental right to notice of student nonproficiency in reading
or language arts.
Subtitle A--Officer Policy
SEC. 501. REDISTRIBUTION OF GENERAL OFFICERS OF THE MARINE CORPS
ON ACTIVE DUTY.
Section 525(a)(4) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``17'' and inserting
``18''; and
(2) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``22'' and replacing
with ``21.''
SEC. 502. AUTHORITY TO EXCLUDE ADDITIONAL POSITIONS FROM
LIMITATIONS ON THE NUMBER OF GENERAL
OFFICERS AND FLAG OFFICERS ON ACTIVE DUTY.
(a) In General.--Section 526 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) by redesignating subsections (g) through (j) as
subsections (h) through (k), respectively; and
(2) by inserting, after subsection (f), the following new
subsection (g):
``(g) Secretary of Defense Adaptive Force Account.--The limitations
in subsection (a) and in section 525(a) of this title do not apply to a
general officer or flag officer assigned to the Secretary of Defense
Adaptive Force Account as designated by the Secretary of Defense. The
total number of positions designated as the Secretary of Defense
Adaptive Force Account for purposes of this subsection shall not exceed
35.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Repeal.>> Conforming Amendment.--Section 501(a)(3) of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law
114-328; 10 U.S.C. 525 note) is hereby repealed.
SEC. 503. <<NOTE: Time periods.>> ELIGIBILITY FOR CONSIDERATION
FOR PROMOTION: TIME-IN-GRADE AND OTHER
REQUIREMENTS.
(a) Warrant Officers.--Section 577 of title 10, United States Code,
is amended by inserting ``or an approved retirement date'' after ``an
established separation date that is within 90 days after the date on
which the board is convened''.
(b) Officers.--Section 619(c)(2)(C) of title 10, United States Code,
is amended by inserting ``or an approved retirement date'' after ``an
established separation date that is within 90 days after the date the
board is convened''.
(c) Reserve Components.--Section 14301(f) of title 10, United States
Code, is amended to read as follows:
``(f) Nonconsideration of Officers Scheduled for Removal From
Reserve Active-status List.-- <<NOTE: Regulations.>> The Secretary of
the military
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department concerned may, by regulation, preclude from consideration by
a selection board by which an officer would otherwise be eligible to be
considered, an officer who has an established separation date that is
within 90 days after the date the board is convened or an approved
retirement date.''.
SEC. 504. TEMPORARY AUTHORITY TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF NURSE
OFFICERS RECOMMENDED FOR PROMOTION.
Section 616(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking ``The number'' and inserting ``(1) Subject
to paragraph (2), the number''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph (2):
``(2) <<NOTE: Time period. Determination.>> During the period
beginning on January 1, 2025, and ending on December 31, 2030, the
number of officers recommended for promotion by a selection board
convened under section 611(a) of this title may not equal or exceed 100
percent of the number of officers included in the promotion zone
established under section 623 of this title for consideration by the
board, for nurse officers recommended for promotion to major or
lieutenant commander, if the Secretary concerned determines that such
greater number is necessary to maintain or improve medical readiness.''.
SEC. 505. TALENT MANAGEMENT AND PERSONNEL RETENTION FOR MEMBERS OF
THE ARMED FORCES.
(a) Authority for Officers to Opt-out of Promotion Board
Consideration.--
(1) Regular officers.--Section 619(e)(2)(A) of title 10,
United States Code, is amended--
(A) by inserting ``training,'' after
``Department,''; and
(B) by striking ``assignment or education'' and
inserting ``assignment, education, or training''.
(2) Reserve officers.--Section 14301(j)(2)(A) of title 10,
United States Code, is amended--
(A) by inserting ``training,'' after
``Department,''; and
(B) by striking ``assignment or education'' and
inserting ``assignment, education, or training''.
(b) Effect of Failure of Selection for Promotion for Certain
Officers.--
(1) First lieutenants and lieutenants (junior grade).--
Section 631(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``the President
approves the report of the board which considered him
for the second time'' and inserting ``the Secretary
concerned releases the promotion results of the board
which considered the officer for the second time to the
public''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``the President
approves the report of the board which considered him
for the second time'' and inserting ``the Secretary
concerned releases the promotion results of the board
which considered the officer for the second time to the
public''.
(2) Captains and majors of the army, air force, and marine
corps and lieutenants and lieutenant commanders of the navy.--
Section 632(a)(2) of such title is amended by striking ``the
President approves the report of the board which considered him
for the second time'' and inserting ``the Secretary concerned
releases the promotion results of the board which considered the
officer for the second time to the public''.
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(3) Regular navy and regular marine corps officers
designated for limited duty.--Section 8372 of such title is
amended--
(A) in subsection (b), by striking ``the President
approves the report of the selection board in which the
officer is considered as having failed of selection for
promotion to the grade of commander or lieutenant
colonel for the second time'' and inserting ``the
Secretary concerned releases the promotion results of
the board which considered the officer for the second
time to the public'';
(B) in subsection (d), by striking ``the President
approves the report of the selection board in which the
officer is considered as having failed of selection for
promotion to the grade of lieutenant commander or major
for the second time'' and inserting ``the Secretary
concerned releases the promotion results of the board
which considered the officer for the second time to the
public''; and
(C) in subsection (e), by striking ``the President
approves the report of the selection board in which the
officer is considered as having failed of selection for
promotion to the grade of lieutenant or captain,
respectively, for the second time'' and inserting ``the
Secretary concerned releases the promotion results of
the board which considered the officer for the second
time to the public''.
(4) Reserve first lieutenants of the army, air force, and
marine corps and reserve lieutenants (junior grade) of the
navy.--Section 14504 of such title is amended--
(A) in subsection (a), by striking ``the President
approves the report of the board which considered the
officer for the second time'' and inserting ``the
Secretary concerned releases the promotion results of
the board which considered the officer for the second
time to the public''; and
(B) in subsection (b), by striking ``President
approves the report of the selection board which
resulted in the second failure'' and inserting ``the
Secretary concerned releases the promotion results of
the board which considered the officer for the second
time to the public''.
(5) Reserve captains of the army, air force, and marine
corps and reserve lieutenants of the navy.--Section 14505 of
such title is amended by striking ``the President approves the
report of the board which considered the officer for the second
time'' and inserting ``the Secretary concerned releases the
promotion results of the board which considered the officer for
the second time to the public''.
(6) Reserve majors of the army, air force, and marine corps
and reserve lieutenant commanders of the navy.--Section 14506 of
such title is amended by striking ``the President approves the
report of the board which considered the officer for the second
time'' and inserting ``the Secretary concerned releases the
promotion results of the board which considered the officer for
the second time to the public''.
SEC. 506. CONSIDERATION OF MERIT BY SPECIAL SELECTION REVIEW
BOARDS.
(a) Regular Components.--Section 628a(d)(4)(A) of title 10, United
States Code, is amended by inserting ``ranks in the upper
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half of an order of merit created by the special selection review board
or'' before ``ranks on an order of merit created by the special
selection review board as better qualified''.
(b) Reserve Components.--Section 14502a(d)(4)(A) of title 10, United
States Code, is amended by inserting ``ranks in the upper half of an
order of merit created by the special selection review board or'' before
``ranks on an order of merit created by the special selection review
board as better qualified''.
SEC. 507. EFFECT OF FAILURE OF SELECTION FOR PROMOTION: CAPTAINS
AND MAJORS OF THE ARMY, AIR FORCE, MARINE
CORPS, AND SPACE FORCE AND LIEUTENANTS AND
LIEUTENANT COMMANDERS OF THE NAVY.
Section 632(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read
as follows:
``(c)(1) If an officer is subject to discharge under subsection
(a)(1) and, as of the date on which the officer is to be discharged
under that subsection, the officer has not completed the officer's
active duty service obligation, the officer shall be retained on active
duty until completion of such active duty service obligation, and then
be discharged under subsection (a)(1), unless sooner retired or
discharged under another provision of law.
``(2) <<NOTE: Waiver authority. Determination.>> The Secretary
concerned may waive the applicability of paragraph (1) to any officer if
the Secretary determines that completion of the active duty service
obligation of that officer is not in the best interest of the
service.''.
SEC. 508. MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO SEPARATE OFFICERS WHEN IN
THE BEST INTEREST OF THE SERVICE.
Section 1182(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) <<NOTE: Determinations.>> by amending paragraph (1) to
read as follows:
``(1)(A) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> If a board of inquiry
determines that an officer should be retained, the officer's case is
closed unless the board substantiated a basis for separation and, upon
recommendation from the service chief, the Secretary of the military
department determines that the board's retention recommendation is
clearly erroneous in light of the evidence considered by the board, a
miscarriage of justice, and inconsistent with the best interest of the
service. In such cases, the Secretary of the military department may
separate the officer after providing a written justification of the
decision to separate.
``(B) <<NOTE: Notification. Review.>> An officer considered for
separation under this section must be notified and afforded the
opportunity to present matters for the Secretary of the military
department to consider when making the separation determination. The
Secretary of the military department shall review the case to determine
whether the retention recommendation of the board is clearly contrary to
the substantial weight of the evidence in the record and whether the
officer's conduct discredits the Service, adversely affects good order
and discipline, and adversely affects the officer's performance of duty.
``(C) Exercise of authority to separate an officer under this
section shall be reserved for unusual cases where such action is
essential to the interests of justice, discipline, and proper
administration of the service.'';
(2) by redesignating paragraphs (2) and (3) as paragraphs
(3) and (4), respectively; and
(3) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new
paragraph:
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``(2) Authority to direct administrative separation after a board of
inquiry's recommendation to retain an officer may only be delegated to a
civilian official within a military department appointed by the
President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. The least
favorable characterization in such cases will be general (under
honorable conditions).''.
SEC. 509. <<NOTE: Determinations.>> REMOTE APPEARANCE BEFORE A
BOARD OF INQUIRY.
(a) Regular Officers.--Section 1185 of title 10, United States Code,
is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)(3), by striking ``shall be'' and
inserting ``subject to subsection (c), shall be''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(c) The Secretary concerned may determine that, in exceptional
circumstances, the appearance of an officer before the proceedings of a
board of inquiry may be via means other than in person.''.
(b) Reserve Officers.--Section 14904 of title 10, United States
Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)(3), by striking ``shall be'' and
inserting ``subject to subsection (c), shall be''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(c) Remote Appearance.--The Secretary concerned may determine
that, in exceptional circumstances, the appearance of an officer before
the proceedings of a board of inquiry may be via means other than in
person.''.
SEC. 509A. MARINE CORPS DEPUTY COMMANDANTS.
Section 8045 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking
``not more than seven Deputy Commandants'' and inserting ``not more than
eight Deputy Commandants''.
SEC. 509B. IMPROVEMENTS RELATING TO MEDICAL OFFICER OF THE MARINE
CORPS POSITION.
(a) Medical Officer of the Marine Corps.--
(1) In general.--Chapter 806 of title 10, United States
Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
``Sec. 8048. <<NOTE: 10 USC 8048.>> Medical Officer of the Marine
Corps
``(a) <<NOTE: Appointment.>> There is a Medical Officer of the
Marine Corps who shall be appointed from among flag officers of the
Navy.
``(b) The Medical Officer of the Marine Corps, while so serving,
shall hold the grade of rear admiral (lower half).''.
(2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the
beginning of chapter 806 of title 10, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
8041.>> United States Code, is amended by inserting after the
item relating to section 8047 the following new item:
``8048. Medical Officer of the Marine Corps.''.
(b) Exclusion From Certain Distribution Limitations.--Section 525 of
such title is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsection (g) as subsection (h); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (f) the following new
subsection:
``(g) A naval officer while serving as the Medical Officer of the
Marine Corps is in addition to the number that would otherwise be
permitted for the Navy for officers serving on active duty in the grade
of rear admiral (lower half) under subsection (a).''.
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(c) Exclusion From Active Duty Strength Limitations.--Section 526 of
such title, as amended by section 502, is further amended--
(1) by redesignating subsections (g) through (k) as
subsections (h) through (l), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after subsection (f) the following new
subsection:
``(g) Exclusion of Medical Officer of Marine Corps.--The limitations
of this section do not apply to the flag officer who is serving as the
Medical Officer of the Marine Corps.''.
SEC. 509C. VICE CHIEF OF SPACE OPERATIONS; VACANCY IN POSITION OF
CHIEF OF SPACE OPERATIONS.
(a) Vice Chief of Space Operations.--Chapter 908 of title 10, United
States Code, is amended--
(1) by redesignating sections 9083, 9084, 9085, and 9086 as
sections 9084, 9085, 9086, and 9087, respectively; and
(2) by inserting after section 9082 the following new
section 9083:
``Sec. 9083. <<NOTE: 10 USC 9083.>> Vice Chief of Space
Operations
``(a) <<NOTE: President.>> Appointment.--There is a Vice Chief of
Space Operations, appointed by the President, by and with the advice and
consent of the Senate, from the general officers of the Space Force.
``(b) Grade.--The Vice Chief of Space Operations, while so serving,
has the grade of general without vacating the permanent grade of the
officer.
``(c) Duties.--The Vice Chief of Space Operations shall have such
authorities and duties with respect to the Space Force as the Chief of
Space Operations, with the approval of the Secretary of the Air Force,
may delegate to or prescribe for the Vice Chief of Space Operations.
Orders issued by the Vice Chief of Space Operations in performing such
duties have the same effect as orders issued by the Chief of Space
Operations.''.
(b) Vacancy in Position of Chief of Space Operations.--Section 9082
of such title is amended by adding at the end the following new
subsection:
``(f) Vacancy in Position of Chief of Space Operations.--When there
is a vacancy in the position of Chief of Space Operations or during the
absence or disability of the Chief of Space Operations--
``(1) the Vice Chief of Space Operations shall perform the
duties of the Chief of Space Operations until a successor is
appointed or the absence or disability ceases; or
``(2) if there is a vacancy in the position of the Vice
Chief of Space Operations or the Vice Chief of Space Operations
is absent or disabled, unless the President directs otherwise,
the most senior officer of the Space Force in the Space Staff
who is not absent or disabled and who is not restricted in
performance of duty shall perform the duties of the Chief of
Space Operations until the earliest of--
``(A) the appointment of a successor to the Chief of
Space Operations or the Vice Chief of Space Operations;
or
``(B) the cessation of the absence or disability of
the Chief of Space Operations or Vice Chief of Space
Operations.''.
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(c) Clerical Amendments.--The table of sections at the beginning of
such chapter <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 9081.>> is amended by striking the
items relating to sections 9083, 9084, 9085, and 9086 and inserting the
following new items:
``9083. Vice Chief of Space Operations.
``9084. Office of the Chief of Space Operations: function; composition.
``9085. Office of the Chief of Space Operations: general duties.
``9086. Regular Space Force: composition.
``9087. Space Development Agency.''.
SEC. 509D. REPEAL OF ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE REQUIREMENT FOR WARRANT
OFFICER APPOINTMENTS IN AIR FORCE AND
SPACE FORCE.
(a) In General.--Section 9160 of title 10, United States Code, is
hereby repealed.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of
chapter 915 of title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
9151.>> is amended by striking the item relating to section 9160.
SEC. 509E. REMOVAL OF OFFICERS FROM A LIST OF SPACE FORCE OFFICERS
RECOMMENDED FOR PROMOTION.
Section 20241(f) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``section 14310'' and inserting ``section 629 or 14310''.
SEC. 509F. <<NOTE: Determinations. 10 USC 615 note.>> PILOT
PROGRAM ON PEER AND SUBORDINATE
ASSESSMENTS OF CERTAIN OFFICERS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> Establishment.--Not later than
one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
concerned shall implement, in a covered Armed Force, a five-year pilot
program, pursuant to which--
(1) an officer described in subsection (b) shall be assessed
by peers and subordinates; and
(2) the results of such assessments may be available to a
command selection or command qualification board concerned; and
(3) the command selection or command qualification board may
consider such results in determining whether to recommend such
officer for such selection or qualification.
(b) Covered Officers.--An officer described in this subsection is a
regular officer--
(1) eligible for consideration for command;
(2) in grade O-5 or O-6; and
(3) in a career field--
(A) specified in subsection (c); or
(B) determined by the Secretary concerned.
(c) Covered Career Fields.--The career fields specified in this
subsection are the following:
(1) In the Navy, surface warfare, submarine warfare, special
warfare, or explosive ordnance disposal.
(2) In the Marine Corps, infantry, logistics, or field
artillery.
(3) In the Air Force, operations or logistics.
(4) In the Space Force, space operations.
(d) Selection of Assessors.--The Secretary concerned may select an
individual to assess an officer under the pilot program if the Secretary
determines such individual has worked with the officer closely enough to
have an informed opinion regarding the officer's leadership abilities.
An officer may not have any input regarding the selection of an
individual who shall assess such officer.
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(e) Report.--Not later than three months after the termination of a
pilot program, a Secretary concerned shall submit to the Committees on
Armed Services of the House of Representatives and Senate a report
regarding the pilot program. Elements of each such report shall include
the following:
(1) The determination of the Secretary concerned whether the
pilot program improved the command selection or command
qualification process of the covered Armed Force.
(2) The rationale and findings of the Secretary concerned in
determining whether to use such assessments in the command
selection or command qualification process of such covered Armed
Force.
(f) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered Armed Force'' means the Army, Navy,
Marine Corps, Air Force, or Space Force.
(2) The terms ``regular'' and ``Secretary concerned'' have
the meanings given such term in section 101 of title 10, United
States Code.
Subtitle B--Reserve Component Management
SEC. 511. AUTHORITY TO EXTEND MILITARY TECHNICIANS UNTIL AGE 62.
(a) Military Technician.--Section 10216(f) of title 10, United
States Code, is amended by striking ``60'' and inserting ``62.''
(b) Retention on Reserve Active-status List.--Section 14702(b) of
such title is amended by striking ``60'' and inserting ``62''.
SEC. 512. EXTENSION OF TIME PERIOD FOR TRANSFER OR DISCHARGE OF
CERTAIN ARMY AND AIR FORCE RESERVE
COMPONENT GENERAL OFFICERS.
Section 14314 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) by redesignating paragraphs (1), (2), (3), and
(4) as subparagraphs (A), (B), (C), and (D),
respectively;
(B) by striking ``Within'' and inserting ``(1)
Except as provided in paragraph (2), within''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> For any general officer covered by
paragraph (1) who is released from a joint duty assignment or other non-
joint active-duty assignment, the Secretary concerned shall complete the
transfer or discharge required by paragraph (1) not later than 60 days
after the officer's release.''; and
(2) in subsection (c), by striking ``subsection (a)(3)'' and
inserting ``subsection (a)(1)(C)''.
SEC. 513. EXPANDED AUTHORITY TO CONTINUE RESERVE COMPONENT
OFFICERS IN CERTAIN MILITARY SPECIALTIES
ON THE RESERVE ACTIVE-STATUS LIST.
(a) Authority for Continuation on the Reserve Active-status List.--
Chapter 1409 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting
after section 14701 the following new section:
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``Sec. 14701a. <<NOTE: 10 USC 14701a.>> Continuation on reserve
active-status list: officers in certain
military specialties and career tracks
``(a) In General.--The Secretary of the military department
concerned may authorize a reserve commissioned officer in a grade above
O-2 to remain on the reserve active-status list after the date otherwise
provided for the separation or retirement of the officer under section
14505, 14506, or 14507 of this title, as applicable, if the officer has
a military occupational specialty, rating, or specialty code in a
military specialty designated pursuant to subsection (b).
``(b) Military Specialties.--The Secretary of a military department
shall designate the military specialties in which a military
occupational specialty, rating, or specialty code, as applicable,
assigned to members of the armed forces under the jurisdiction of such
Secretary authorizes the members to be eligible for continuation on the
reserve active-status list as provided in subsection (a).
``(c) Duration of Continuation.--An officer continued on the reserve
active-status list pursuant to this section shall, if not earlier
retired, transferred to the Retired Reserve, or discharged, be separated
in accordance with section 14513 or 14514 of this title, as applicable,
on the first day of the month after the month in which the officer
completes 40 years of commissioned service.
``(d) Regulations.--The Secretaries of the military departments
shall carry out this section in accordance with regulations prescribed
by the Secretary of Defense. <<NOTE: Criteria.>> The regulations shall
specify the criteria to be used by the Secretaries of the military
departments in designating military specialties for purposes of
subsection (b).''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of
chapter 1409 of title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
14701.>> is amended by inserting after the item relating to section
14701 the following new item:
``14701a. Continuation on reserve active-status list: officers in
certain military specialties and career tracks.''.
(c) Conforming Amendments.--Title 10, United States Code, is further
amended--
(1) in section 1558(b)(2)(A), by inserting ``14701a,'' after
``14701,'';
(2) in section 14505, by inserting ``or 14701a'' after
``14701'';
(3) in section 14506, by inserting ``14701a,'' after
``14701,''; and
(4) in section 14507, by inserting ``, 14701a,'' after
``14701'' both places it appears.
SEC. 514. <<NOTE: 10 USC 20001 note.>> TRANSFER TO THE SPACE
FORCE OF COVERED SPACE FUNCTIONS OF THE
AIR NATIONAL GUARD OF THE UNITED STATES.
(a) Transfer of Covered Space Functions.--
(1) In general.--During the transition period, the Secretary
of the Air Force shall transfer to the Space Force the covered
space functions of the Air National Guard of the United States.
The transfer shall occur without regard to section 104 of title
32, United States Code, or section 18238 of title 10, United
States Code.
(2) <<NOTE: State listing.>> Personnel billets
limitations.--With regard to personnel billets, the statutory
waiver under paragraph (1) is
[[Page 138 STAT. 1877]]
limited to 578 personnel billets of the Air National Guard, as
follows:
(A) 33 personnel from the State of Alaska.
(B) 126 personnel from the State of California.
(C) 119 personnel from the State of Colorado.
(D) 75 personnel from the State of Florida.
(E) 130 personnel from the State of Hawaii.
(F) 69 personnel from the State of Ohio.
(G) 26 personnel assigned to Headquarters, Air
National Guard.
(b) Transfer of Units.--Upon the transfer to the Space Force of a
covered space function of the Air National Guard of the United States,
the Secretary of the Air Force may--
(1) change the status of a unit related to such covered
space function of the Air National Guard of the United States
from a unit of the Air National Guard of the United States to a
unit of the Space Force;
(2) deactivate the covered space function of the Air
National Guard of the United States; or
(3) assign the covered space function of the Air National
Guard of the United States a new Federal mission.
(c) Transfer of Covered Members.--
(1) Officers.--During the transition period, the Secretary
of Defense may, with the consent of the covered officer,
transfer a covered officer of the Air National Guard of the
United States to, and appoint the covered officer in, the Space
Force.
(2) Enlisted members.--During the transition period, the
Secretary of the Air Force may, with the consent of the covered
enlisted member, transfer a covered enlisted member of the Air
National Guard of the United States to the Space Force. Upon
such a transfer, the covered enlisted member shall cease to be a
member of the Air National Guard of the United States and be
discharged from enlistment as a Reserve of the Air Force.
(3) Effective date of transfers.--A transfer under this
subsection shall be effective on the date specified by the
Secretary of Defense, in the case of an officer, or the
Secretary of the Air Force, in the case of an enlisted member.
No date so specified may be after the last day of the transition
period.
(4) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Limitations.--A covered officer
or covered enlisted member transferred under paragraph (1) or
(2)--
(A) <<NOTE: Determination.>> may consent to a
transfer under this subsection during the period,
beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, that
is the longer of one year, or a period determined by the
Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of the Air Force,
as applicable; and
(B) to the maximum extent practicable, shall not be
subject to a permanent change of duty station during the
period of three years beginning on the day that the
covered officer or covered enlisted member consents to
such transfer.
(d) Regulations.--A transfer under subsection (c) shall be carried
out under regulations prescribed by the Secretary of Defense. In the
case of a covered officer, applicable regulations shall include those
prescribed pursuant to section 716 of title 10, United States Code.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1878]]
(e) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Term of Initial Enlistment in the Space
Force.--In the case of a covered enlisted member who is transferred to
the Space Force under subsection (c), the Secretary of the Air Force may
accept the initial enlistment of the covered enlisted member in the
Space Force for a period of less than two years if such period is not
shorter than the period remaining, as of the date of the transfer, in
the term of enlistment in a reserve component of the Air Force of such
covered enlisted member.
(f) End Strength Adjustments Upon Transfers From the Air National
Guard of the United States.--Upon the transfer to the Space Force of a
covered space function of the Air National Guard of the United States
during the transition period, the end strength authorized for the Space
Force pursuant to section 115(a)(1)(A) of title 10, United States Code,
for the fiscal year during which the transfer occurs, shall be increased
by the number of billets associated with such transfer.
(g) Administrative Provisions.--For purposes of the transfer of
covered members of the Air National Guard of the United States under
subsection (c)--
(1) the Air National Guard of the United States and the
Space Force shall be considered to be components of the same
Armed Force; and
(2) the Space Force officer list shall be considered to be
an active-duty list of such Armed Force.
(h) Retraining and Reassignment for Members Not Transferring.--If a
covered member of the Air National Guard of the United States does not
consent to a transfer under subsection (c), the Secretary of the Air
Force shall provide to the covered member retraining and reassignment,
in a reserve component of the Air Force, that the Secretary determines
appropriate for such covered member.
(i) Protection of Rank and Pay.--A covered member of the Air
National Guard who transfers to the Space Force under subsection (c)
shall not lose rank or pay solely as a result of such transfer.
(j) <<NOTE: Applicability. Time periods. Determinations.>> Space
Force Units in Affected States.--In order to reduce the cost of
transferring to the Space Force a covered space function of the Air
National Guard of the United States, and to reduce the impact of such a
transfer on an affected State, the following provisions apply:
(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Space Force
shall continue to perform the mission of a covered space
function of the Air National Guard of the United States within
the affected State during a period not shorter than 10 years
following the date of such transfer.
(2) <<NOTE: Notice.>> Except when the Secretary of the Air
Force determines that it would not be in the best interests of
the United States, the Secretary may not, during the 10-year
period following such a transfer, move a covered space function
of the Air National Guard of the United States out of an
affected State until 120 days after the congressional defense
committees receive, from the Secretary of the Air Force, notice
of such move, including--
(A) details of such move; and
(B) an explanation regarding why the move is
necessary to support the National Defense Strategy.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1879]]
(3) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Unless the Secretary of the Air
Force determines that it would not be in the best interests of
the United States, the Secretary shall seek to enter into an
agreement with the Governor of an affected State under which the
Space Force may be a tenant on an installation--
(A) of the National Guard of the affected State; and
(B) that was the home station of a covered space
function of the Air National Guard of the United States.
(k) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``active-duty list'' has the meaning given such
term in section 101 of title 10, United States Code.
(2) The term ``affected State'' means Alaska, California,
Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, or Ohio.
(3) The term ``covered'', with respect to a member of the
Air National Guard of the United States, has the meaning given
such term in section 1733 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 676).
(4) The term ``covered space function of the Air National
Guard of the United States'' means any of the following units of
the Air National Guard of the United States associated with the
performance of a space-related function, including personnel,
equipment, and resources:
(A) 213th Space Warning Squadron, Alaska Air
National Guard.
(B) 148th Space Operations Squadron, California Air
National Guard.
(C) 216th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron,
California Air National Guard.
(D) 137th Space Warning Squadron, Colorado Air
National Guard.
(E) 138th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron, Colorado
Air National Guard.
(F) 114th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron, Florida
Air National Guard.
(G) 150th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron, Hawaii
Air National Guard.
(H) 109th Electromagnetic Warfare Squadron, Hawaii
Air National Guard.
(I) 126th Intelligence Squadron, Ohio Air National
Guard.
(5) The term ``Space Force officer list'' means the list
maintained under section 20235 of title 10, United States Code.
(6) The term ``transition period'' means the period
beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act and ending on
the last day of the eighth fiscal year beginning after the date
of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 515. <<NOTE: 10 USC 12001 note.>> NOTICE TO CONGRESS
REGARDING REAPPORTIONMENT OF NATIONAL
GUARD FORCE STRUCTURE.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 60 days before
reapportioning the force structure of the National Guard of a State,
including by converting a position into a military technician (dual
status), the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, in consultation with
the Secretary of the military department concerned, shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a notice of such reapportionment.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1880]]
(b) Form; Elements.--A notice under subsection (a)--
(1) may be submitted in unclassified form with a classified
annex; and
(2) shall include the following elements:
(A) A description of such reapportionment, including
the number of such conversions and any changes to the
number of personnel.
(B) A description of the projected operational
effect of such reapportionment on the mission of the
National Guard of such State.
(C) A description of any end strength requirements
that justify such reapportionment.
(D) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations
for any change to statutory end strengths that may be
necessary to offset such requirements.
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``military technician (dual status)'' has the
meaning given such term in section 10216 of title 10, United
States Code.
(2) The term ``State'' has the meaning given such term in
section 901 of title 32, United States Code.
Subtitle C--General Service Authorities, Decorations and Awards, and
Military Records
SEC. 521. TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING AMENDMENTS RELATING TO MEMBERS
OF THE SPACE FORCE.
(a) Appointment of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Grade and
Rank.--Section 152(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``general, in the case of the Navy, admiral, or, in the case of
an officer of the Space Force, the equivalent grade'' and inserting
``general or, in the case of the Navy, admiral''.
(b) Joint Requirements Oversight Council.--Section 181(c)(1)(F) of
such title is amended by striking ``in the grade equivalent to the grade
of general in the Army, Air Force, or Marine Corps, or admiral in the
Navy'' and inserting ``in the grade of general''.
(c) Original Appointments of Commissioned Officers.--
(1) Appointments.--Section 531(a) of such title is amended--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and Regular
Marine Corps in the grades of ensign, lieutenant (junior
grade), and lieutenant in the Regular Navy, and in the
equivalent grades in the Space Force'' and inserting
``Regular Marine Corps, and Space Force, and in the
grades of ensign, lieutenant (junior grade), and
lieutenant in the Regular Navy''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``and Regular
Marine Corps in the grades of lieutenant commander,
commander, and captain in the Regular Navy, and in the
equivalent grades in the Space Force'' and inserting
``Regular Marine Corps, and Space Force, and in the
grades of lieutenant commander, commander, and captain
in the Regular Navy''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1881]]
(2) Service credit upon original appointment as a
commissioned officer.--Section 533(b)(2) of such title is
amended by striking ``or Marine Corps, captain in the Navy, or
an equivalent grade in the Space Force'' and inserting ``Marine
Corps, or Space Force, or captain in the Navy''.
(d) Selection Boards.--
(1) Convening of selection boards.--Section 611(a) of such
title is amended by striking ``or Marine Corps'' and inserting
``Marine Corps, or Space Force''.
(2) JQO member required for boards to consider officers who
are joint qualified officers.--Section 612(c)(3)(A) of such
title is amended by inserting ``or the Space Force'' after ``of
the Marine Corps''.
(e) Promotion Zone Definition.--Section 645(1)(A) of such title is
amended by striking ``and Marine Corps,'' both places it appears and
inserting ``Marine Corps, and Space Force,''.
(f) Retired Grade.--
(1) Regular commissioned officers.--Section 1370(g) of such
title is amended by striking ``or Marine Corps, rear admiral in
the Navy, or an equivalent grade in the Space Force'' and
inserting ``Marine Corps, or Space Force, or rear admiral in the
Navy''.
(2) Officers entitled to retired pay for non-regular
service.--Section 1370a of such title is amended--
(A) in subsection (d)(1), by striking ``or Marine
Corps'' both places it appears and inserting ``Marine
Corps, or Space Force''; and
(B) in subsection (h), by striking ``or Marine
Corps'' and inserting ``Marine Corps, or Space Force,''.
(g) Title of Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force.--
(1) Retired base pay.--Section 1406(i)(3)(B)(v) of such
title is amended by striking ``The senior enlisted advisor of
the Space Force'' and inserting ``Chief Master Sergeant of the
Space Force''.
(2) Pay of senior enlisted members.--Section 210(c)(5) of
title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking ``The
senior enlisted advisor of the Space Force'' and inserting ``The
Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force''.
(3) Personal money allowance.--Section 414(b) of title 37,
United States Code, is amended by striking ``the senior enlisted
advisor of the Space Force'' and inserting ``the Chief Master
Sergeant of the Space Force''.
(4) Basic pay rate.--Footnote 2 of the table titled
``ENLISTED MEMBERS'' in section 601(c) of the John Warner
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (Public
Law 109-364; 37 U.S.C. 1009 note) is amended by striking ``the
senior enlisted advisor of the Space Force'' and inserting
``Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force''.
(h) Financial Assistance Program for Specially Selected Members.--
Section 2107 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by striking ``Marine Corps,, as the
case may be'' and inserting ``Marine Corps, or Space Force'';
and
(2) in subsection (d), by striking ``lieutenant, ensign, or
an equivalent grade in the Space Force,'' and inserting
``lieutenant or ensign,''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1882]]
(i) Designation of Space Systems Command as a Field Command of the
United States Space Force.--Section 9016(b)(6)(B)(iv)(II) of such title
is amended by striking ``Space and Missile Systems Center'' and
inserting ``Space Systems Command''.
(j) Chief of Space Operations.--Section 9082 of such title is
amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by striking ``, flag, or equivalent''
each place it appears; and
(2) in subsection (b), by striking ``grade in the Space
Force equivalent to the grade of general in the Army, Air Force,
and Marine Corps, or admiral in the Navy'' and inserting ``grade
of general''.
(k) Awards and Decorations.--
(1) Distinguished flying cross.--Section 9279(a) of such
title is amended--
(A) by adding ``or Space Force'' after ``Air
Force''; and
(B) by adding ``or space'' after ``aerial''.
(2) Airman's medal.--Section 9280(a)(1) of such title is
amended by adding ``or Space Force'' after ``Air Force''.
(l) United States Air Force Institute of Technology.--Section
9414b(a)(2)(B) of such title is amended by striking ``or the equivalent
grade in the Space Force''.
(m) Orders to Active Duty: Without Consent of Member of the Space
Force.--Section 20106(d) of such title is amended by striking
``pertaining''.
(n) Convening of Selection Boards of the Space Force.--Section
20211(b) of such title is amended by striking ``20238(a)(4)(A)'' and
inserting ``20239(c)(4)(A)''.
(o) Composition of Selection Boards of the Space Force.--Section
20212(a)(1) of such title is amended by striking ``Secretary of Air
Force'' and inserting ``Secretary of the Air Force''.
(p) Reports of Selection Boards of the Space Force.--Section
20216(c) of such title is amended by striking ``20214(g)'' and inserting
``20215(g)''.
(q) Eligibility for Consideration for Promotion: General Rules of
the Space Force.--Section 20231 of such title is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (4), by striking ``20238(a)(4)''
and inserting ``20239(c)(4)''; and
(B) in paragraph (5), by striking ``20232'' and
inserting ``section 20232''; and
(2) in subsection (c)(2)(E), by striking ``Secretary Air
Force'' and inserting ``Secretary of the Air Force''.
(r) Opportunities for Consideration for Promotion in the Space
Force.--Section 20234(b) of such title is amended by striking ``pursuant
subsection (a)'' and inserting ``pursuant to subsection (a)''.
(s) Promotions in the Space Force: How Made.--Section 20239 of such
title is amended--
(1) in subsection (c)(2), by striking ``subparagraph (A)''
and inserting ``paragraph (1)''; and
(2) in subsection (d)(2), by striking ``subparagraph (C)(ii)
of such section'' and inserting ``section 741(d)(4)(C)(ii) of
this title''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1883]]
(t) General Officers of the Space Force Ceasing to Occupy Positions
Commensurate With Grade.--Section 20243(a)(3) of such title is amended
by striking ``as a''.
(u) Failure of Selection for Promotion in the Space Force.--Section
20251 of such title is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by
striking ``14504 and section 631 and 632'' and inserting
``14504, 631, and 632''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``section 14201 or
611'' and inserting ``section 14201 or section 611'';
and
(2) in subsection (d)(1), by striking ``14502(b)'' and
inserting ``14501(b)''.
(v) Special Selection Boards of the Space Force; Correction of
Errors.--
(1) In general.--The second section 20251 of such title is
amended--
(A) in subsection (b)--
(i) in paragraph (2)--
(I) by striking ``((1)'' and
inserting ``(1)''; and
(II) by striking ``sch'' and
inserting ``such''; and
(ii) in paragraph (4), by striking ``a
officer'' and inserting ``an officer''; and
(B) in subsection (f)(2), by striking ``which of
officer'' and inserting ``which an officer''.
(2) Redesignation.--Such section <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
20251.>> is redesignated as section 20252 of such title (and
the heading of such section and the table of sections at the
beginning of subchapter IV of part I of chapter 2005 of such
title are amended accordingly).
(w) Applicability of Certain Provisions of Law Related to Separation
of a Member of the Space Force.--Section 20401(b) of such title is
amended by inserting ``, and'' after ``1174(b)''.
(x) Retention Boards of the Space Force.--Section 20502 of such
title is amended--
(1) in subsection (c)--
(A) in the heading, by striking ``Than an Officer
Has Failed to Establish That the Officer Should Be
Retained'' and inserting ``That an Officer Has Failed to
Establish That the Officer Should Be Retained''; and
(B) by moving paragraph (1) to appear in line with
the subsection heading and adjusting the margins
accordingly; and
(2) in subsection (d), in the heading, by striking ``Than''
and inserting ``That''.
(y) Promotion Authority Flexibility of the Space Force.--Section
1737(b)(3)(A) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 678) <<NOTE: 10 USC 20001 note.>> is
amended by striking ``20213'' and inserting ``20212''.
SEC. 522. MODIFIED AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE PROTECTION TO SENIOR
LEADERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE AND
OTHER SPECIFIED PERSONS.
(a) Expansion.--Section 714 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 711.>> in the section heading, by
striking ``within the united states'';
[[Page 138 STAT. 1884]]
(2) in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph
(1), by striking ``within the United States''; and
(3) in subsection (b)(1), in the matter preceding sub
paragraph (A), by striking ``within the United States''.
(b) Limitation on Delegation of Authority.--Such section is further
amended, in subsection (b)(3), by inserting ``or the Under Secretary of
Defense for Intelligence and Security'' after ``only to the Deputy
Secretary of Defense''.
(c) Written Determinations Include Denials.--Such section is further
amended, in subsection (b)(4)--
(1) by inserting ``whether'' before ``to provide'';
(2) by striking ``the authorized'' and inserting ``any
authorized''; and
(3) by striking ``the arrangements for the'' and inserting
``any arrangements for such''.
(d) Reporting.--Such section is further amended, in subsection
(b)(6)(A)--
(1) by striking ``each determination made under paragraph
(4) to provide protection and security to an individual'' and
inserting ``an initial determination made under paragraph (4),
or a determination to deny the renewal of protection and
security''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following: ``In the case of
determination to continue protection and security, the Secretary
shall make such submission not less than twice each year.''
(e) Temporary Protection.--Such section is further amended, in
subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(7) Temporary protection.--The Secretary of Defense may
temporarily provide physical protection and personal security
under this subsection to an individual--
``(A) pending the determination of the Secretary
under paragraph (4) regarding such individual; and
``(B) <<NOTE: Time period.>> for a period not to
exceed 30 days.''.
SEC. 523. IMPROVING MILITARY ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW.
(a) In General.--Section 1552(a) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by amending paragraph (5) to read as follows:
``(5) <<NOTE: Public information. Web posting. Summary. Privacy.>>
Each final decision of the board under this subsection shall be made
available to the public in electronic form on a centralized Internet
website. The information provided shall include a summary of each
decision, to be indexed by subject matter, except that the Secretary
shall protect the privacy of claimants by redacting all personally
identifiable information.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 1552 note.>> Effective Date.--The amendment made
by subsection (a) shall take effect on October 1, 2026.
SEC. 524. DETERMINATION OF ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE COMMITMENT FOR
RECIPIENTS OF FELLOWSHIPS, GRANTS, AND
SCHOLARSHIPS.
Section 2603(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``three times the length of the period of the education or
training.'' and inserting ``determined by the Secretary concerned, which
may not be less than twice the length of the period of the education or
training. Notwithstanding section 2004(c) of this title, the service
obligation required under this subsection may run concurrently with any
service obligations incurred under chapter 101 of this title in
accordance with regulations established by the Secretary concerned.''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1885]]
SEC. 525. AUTHORITY TO DESIGNATE CERTAIN SEPARATED MEMBERS OF THE
AIR FORCE AS HONORARY SEPARATED MEMBERS OF
THE SPACE FORCE.
Chapter 933 of title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
9251.>> is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
``Sec. 9254. <<NOTE: 10 USC 9254.>> Authority to designate
certain separated members of the Air Force as
honorary separated members of the Space Force
``(a) <<NOTE: Regulations.>> Authority.--The Secretary of the Air
Force may prescribe regulations that authorize an eligible individual to
be designated as an honorary separated member of the Space Force. An
eligible individual so designated may be referred to as a `Legacy
Guardian'.
``(b) Elements.--Regulations prescribed under this section may
include the following elements:
``(1) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> Eligibility criteria, including
applicable dates of service and constructive service credit, for
designation under this section.
``(2) <<NOTE: Process.>> An application process through
which an eligible individual, or a survivor of a deceased
eligible individual, may apply for such designation of such
eligible individual.
``(3) <<NOTE: Certificate.>> A certificate, approved
device, or other insignia of such designation.
``(c) Rule of Construction.--Designation of an eligible individual
under this section shall not be construed to entitle such eligible
individual to any benefit in addition to those established by this
section or pursuant to regulations prescribed under this section.
``(d) Eligible Individual Defined.--In this section, the term
`eligible individual' means an individual--
``(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> whom the Secretary of the
Air Force determines served in support of space operations as a
member of the Air Force; and
``(2) who separates (or previously separated) from the armed
forces as a member of the Air Force.''.
SEC. 526. <<NOTE: President.>> AUTHORIZATIONS FOR CERTAIN AWARDS.
(a) Authorization for Award of the Medal of Honor to Roderick W.
Edmonds.--Notwithstanding the time limitations specified in section 7274
of title 10, United States Code, or any other time limitation with
respect to the awarding of certain medals to persons who served in the
Armed Forces, the President may posthumously award the Medal of Honor,
under section 7271 of such title, to Roderick W. Edmonds for his actions
as a master sergeant in the Army during the period of January 27 through
March 30, 1945.
(b) Authorization for Award of the Distinguished Service Cross to
William D. Owens.--Notwithstanding the time limitations specified in
section 7274 of title 10, United States Code, or any other time
limitation with respect to the awarding of certain medals to persons who
served in the Armed Forces, the President may posthumously award the
Distinguished Service Cross, under section 7272 of such title, to
William D. Owens for his actions as a staff sergeant in the Army during
the period of June 6 through June 8, 1944, at La Fiere Bridge, for which
he was previously awarded the Bronze Star.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1886]]
SEC. 527. POSTHUMOUS ADVANCEMENT OF GENERAL JOHN D. LAVELLE,
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, ON THE RETIRED
LIST.
(a) Advancement.--General John D. Lavelle, United States Air Force
(retired), is entitled to hold the rank of lieutenant general while on
the retired list of the Air Force.
(b) Additional Benefits Not to Accrue.--The advancement of General
John D. Lavelle on the retired list of the Air Force under subsection
(a) shall not affect the retired pay or other benefits from the United
States to which General John D. Lavelle would have been entitled based
upon his military service or affect any benefits to which any other
person may become entitled based on his military service.
(c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be
construed as authorizing the advancement of General John D. Lavelle to a
rank higher than lieutenant general.
Subtitle D--Recruitment
SEC. 531. EXPANSION OF REPORT ON FUTURE SERVICEMEMBER PREPARATORY
COURSE.
Section 546 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 520 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (c)--
(A) by amending paragraph (2) to read as follows:
``(2) Graduation requirement.--Prior to attending initial
basic training, all enlisted persons attending the course
established under this section must achieve a score on the Armed
Forces Qualification Test that is--
``(A) at least 10 points higher than the
individual's most recent score taken prior to the
individual's date of enlistment; or
``(B) no longer subject to the restrictions of
section 520 of title 10, United States Code.''; and
(B) in paragraph (3), by striking ``course
graduation requirements within 180 days of enlistment''
and inserting ``meaningful progress, as determined by
the Secretary concerned, within 90 days of enlistment'';
and
(2) in subsection (d)--
(A) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6);
and
(B) by inserting, after paragraph (3), the following
new paragraphs:
``(4) <<NOTE: Determination.>> The determination of the
Secretary regarding the effectiveness of the preparatory course.
``(5) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations of the
Secretary regarding--
``(A) how to improve the preparatory course;
``(B) whether to expand the preparatory course.''.
SEC. 532. PROMOTING MILITARY, NATIONAL, AND PUBLIC SERVICE.
(a) Selective Service System Data Sharing Amendments.--Section 15(e)
of the Military Selective Service Act (50 U.S.C. 3813(e)) is amended--
(1) by striking ``the names and addresses'' and inserting
``the full names, email addresses (if available), dates of
birth, phone numbers (if available), and mailing addresses'';
and
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(2) by striking ``Names and addresses furnished'' and
inserting ``Full names, email addresses, dates of birth, phone
numbers, and mailing addresses furnished''.
(b) <<NOTE: 50 USC 3813 note.>> Effective Date.--The amendments
made by this section shall take effect 120 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act.
SEC. 533. MILITARY RECRUITER PHYSICAL ACCESS TO CAMPUSES.
(a) In General.--Subpart 2 of Part F of title VIII of the Elementary
and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7901 et seq.) is amended
by inserting after section 8528 the following:
``SEC. 8528A. <<NOTE: 20 USC 7908a.>> MILITARY RECRUITER ACCESS
TO SECONDARY SCHOOL CAMPUSES.
``Each local educational agency receiving assistance under this Act
shall provide military recruiters the same access to the campus of each
secondary school served by the local educational agency for the purpose
of recruiting students who are at least 17 years of age that is provided
to any prospective employer, institution of higher education, or other
recruiter.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 20 USC 7908a note.>> Effective Date.--The amendment
made by subsection (a) shall take effect one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act.
(c) <<NOTE: Time period. 20 USC 7908a note.>> Compliance Monitoring
and Reporting.--On an annual basis, the Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Records.>> collect information from military
recruiters regarding the compliance of local educational
agencies with the requirements of section 8528A of the
Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (as added by
subsection (a)); and
(2) based on such information, prepare and submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of
Representatives a report that--
(A) <<NOTE: Determination.>> identifies each local
educational agency that the Secretary determines to be
in violation of such section; and
(B) explains the reasons for such determination.
SEC. 534. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> MILITARY ENTRANCE PROCESSING
COMMAND: ACCELERATION OF REVIEW OF MEDICAL
RECORDS.
(a) <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 501.>> In General.--Not later than
120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall implement a program to use health care providers, from any
component of the Armed Forces under the jurisdiction of such Secretary,
to support United States Military Entrance Processing Command (in this
section, referred to as ``MEPCOM'') and accelerate the review of medical
records, as determined necessary by the Secretary.
(b) Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall provide to the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives a briefing on
actions taken to carry out subsection (a).
(c) Report.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment
of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and House of Representatives a report regarding
the program under subsection (a) that includes an explanation of any
effect the program has had on recruitment, including the speed of
medical waiver processing.
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SEC. 535. <<NOTE: Time period.>> MEDICAL ACCESSION RECORDS PILOT
PROGRAM: NOTICE OF TERMINATION.
The Secretary of Defense shall notify the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and House of Representatives at least one year
before terminating the Medical Accession Records Pilot program.
SEC. 536. <<NOTE: 10 USC 504 note.>> PROVISION OF INFORMATION
REGARDING FEDERAL SERVICE TO CERTAIN
PERSONS INELIGIBLE TO ENLIST IN CERTAIN
ARMED FORCES.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Regulations.>> In General.--Not later than
180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall prescribe regulations directing the Secretary of a
military department to provide, to a person described in subsection (b),
information regarding opportunities for Federal, or other public,
service for which the person may be qualified.
(b) Certain Persons Not Qualified to Enlist.--A person described in
this subsection is a person ineligible to serve in a covered Armed
Force.
(c) Covered Armed Force Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered Armed Force'' means the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force,
or Space Force.
SEC. 537. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 501.>> REIMBURSEMENT OF
APPLICANTS TO CERTAIN ARMED FORCES FOR
CERTAIN MEDICAL COSTS INCURRED DURING
MILITARY ENTRANCE PROCESSING.
(a) Authority.--The Secretary of Defense may reimburse an individual
who applies to join a covered Armed Force for costs incurred by such
individual for a medical appointment required for military entrance
processing.
(b) Maximum Amount.--The maximum amount an individual may be
reimbursed under this section is $100.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> Briefings.--Not later than 16
months after the date of the enactment of this Act and once each year
thereafter for two years, the Secretary shall submit to the Committees
on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives a briefing
on reimbursements under this section. Such a briefing shall include,
with respect to the most recent one-year period after such date, the
following elements:
(1) The number of individuals reimbursed.
(2) The total funds spent each on such reimbursements.
(3) The number of civilian employees hired by the Secretary
to carry out this section.
(4) The effect, if any, of such reimbursements on--
(A) the time required to complete military entrance
processing; and
(B) recruitment.
(5) Other information the Secretary determines appropriate.
(d) Sunset.--The authority to reimburse under this section shall
terminate on the day that is three years after the date of the enactment
of this Act.
(e) Covered Armed Force Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered Armed Force'' means the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force,
or Space Force.
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SEC. 538. AUTHORITY TO MODERNIZE RECRUITMENT FOR THE ARMY.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Authority.--During fiscal year 2025, the
Secretary of the Army may modernize recruitment for the Army in order to
attract and retain fit and ready individuals to serve as members of the
Army. To carry out such modernization, the Secretary may take steps
including the following:
(1) Establish a military occupational specialty for enlisted
members who specialize in talent acquisition.
(2) Establish a professional recruiting force of warrant
officers who specialize in talent acquisition, data analytics,
and other human resource functions necessary to develop
expertise in recruiting and military accessions.
(3) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Routinely determine which
areas of the United States yield greater-than-average numbers of
recruits and, with regard to each such area--
(A) build relationships with sources of such
recruits, including schools; and
(B) assign additional recruiting personnel.
(4) Consider using a commercially available, off-the-shelf,
recruiting platform.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefings.--Not later than the last day of
each quarter of fiscal year 2025, the Secretary of the Army shall submit
to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of
Representatives a briefing on the use of the authority under this
section. Each such briefing shall include the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> An up-to-date timeline, milestones,
resources used, and resources needed for such use.
(2) The number of enlisted members, officers, and civilian
employees of the Army required to use such authority.
(3) <<NOTE: Policies.>> Policies altered or prescribed by
the Secretary to use such authority and recruit a capable and
ready all-volunteer force.
(4) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Related legislative
recommendations of the Secretary.
SEC. 539. PROGRAM OF MILITARY RECRUITMENT AND EDUCATION AT THE
NATIONAL SEPTEMBER 11 MEMORIAL AND MUSEUM.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Contracts.>> Authority.--Not later than
September 30, 2025, the Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an
agreement with the entity that operates the National September 11
Memorial and Museum (in this section referred to as ``the Museum'')
under which the Secretary and such entity shall carry out a program at
the Museum to promote military recruitment and education.
(b) Program.--A program under subsection (a) shall include the
following:
(1) Provision of informational materials to promote
enlistment in the covered Armed Forces, by the Secretary to such
entity, for distribution at the Museum.
(2) Education and exhibits, developed jointly by the
Secretary and such entity, and provided to the public by
employees of the Museum, to--
(A) enhance understanding of the military response
to the attacks on September 11, 2001; and
(B) encourage enlistment and re-enlistment in the
covered Armed Forces.
(c) Covered Armed Force Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered Armed Force'' means the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force,
or Space Force.
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SEC. 539A. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 8101.>> MARITIME WORKFORCE
PROMOTION AND RECRUITMENT.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Contract for Targeted Campaign.--Not later
than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
of the Navy, in coordination with the heads of such other Federal
agencies as the Secretary determines appropriate, shall seek to enter
into a contract with an entity described in subsection (b), through a
competitive bidding process, for the establishment a targeted campaign
to educate and recruit potential workers regarding careers in the
maritime sector, including by--
(1) promoting maritime workforce in the United States
including careers in the maritime industry afloat, including in
the United States Merchant Marine, sailing in the Military
Sealift Command, and related positions in the maritime sector;
and
(2) promoting the United States shipbuilding industry and
highlighting the critical need to attract skilled workers in the
shipbuilding and related maritime sectors.
(b) Entity Described.--An entity described in this subsection is a
reputable marketing, recruiting, and public relations firm with
expertise in developing and deploying branding, content, advertising
buys, and local and national engagement strategies.
(c) Campaign Objectives.--A contract entered into under subsection
(a) shall provide that the campaign carried out pursuant to the contract
shall--
(1) emphasize the importance of the maritime workforce for
national security;
(2) showcase the numerous career opportunities available in
the maritime domain;
(3) highlight the career opportunities in the maritime
sector;
(4) promote the excitement, benefits, and appeal of a career
in the maritime industry;
(5) inform potential workers of the points of entry
available to join and receive training for such employment,
including--
(A) the United States Merchant Marine Academy;
(B) State and regional maritime academies described
in chapter 515 of title 46, United States Code;
(C) centers of excellence for domestic maritime
workforce training and education designated under
section 51706 of title 46, United States Code;
(D) the Military to Mariners Act (46 U.S.C. 7302
note);
(E) merchant mariner and shipbuilding labor union
training facilities;
(F) merchant mariner and shipbuilding apprenticeship
programs approved by the Secretary of Labor;
(G) shipbuilding industry training programs; and
(H) any other potential resources as identified by
the Secretary of the Navy;
(6) inform potential workers of sources of financial
assistance for training for individuals interested in joining
such industry; and
(7) attract workers to the United States merchant marine,
shipbuilding, and related sectors.
(d) Target Audience.--A contract entered into under subsection (a)
shall provide that in carrying out the campaign carried out pursuant to
the contract, the entity shall target a diverse audience, including--
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(1) potential workers interested in maritime careers;
(2) educational institutions, including K-12 educational
institutions and community colleges, and the students of such
institutions considering vocational training in maritime fields;
(3) military veterans;
(4) individuals seeking career transitions; and
(5) the general public.
(e) Reporting and Accountability.--
(1) Quarterly report.--A contract entered into under
subsection (a) shall provide that, not later than 30 days after
the end of each quarter of each fiscal year during which a
campaign is carried out pursuant to the contract, the entity
carrying out the campaign, in consultation with the Secretary of
the Navy and the heads of such other Federal agencies as the
Secretary determines appropriate, shall submit to the relevant
congressional committees quarterly reports detailing the
progress, outreach, and effect of the campaign, including the
effectiveness of such campaigns in increasing applications for
employment in the United States Merchant Marine and shipbuilding
sectors.
(2) Final report.--Not later than 180 days after the
conclusion of a campaign carried out pursuant to a contract
entered into under subsection (a), the entity carrying out the
campaign, in consultation with the Secretary of the Navy and the
heads of such other Federal agencies as the Secretary determines
appropriate, shall submit to the relevant congressional
committees a comprehensive final report on the campaign.
(f) Expiration of Available Funds.--No funds may be authorized to be
appropriated or otherwise made available to carry out this section after
the date that is three years after the date of the enactment of this
Act.
(g) Definition.--In this section, the term ``relevant congressional
committees'' means--
(1) the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Armed
Services, and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
of the House of Representatives; and
(2) the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Armed
Services, and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation of the Senate.
Subtitle E--Training
SEC. 541. IMPROVEMENTS TO FINANCIAL LITERACY TRAINING.
(a) In General.--Subsection (a)(2) of section 992 of title 10,
United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``grade E-4'' and
inserting ``grade E-6'';
(2) by striking subparagraph (D); and
(3) by redesignating subparagraphs (E) through (K) as
subparagraphs (D) through (J), respectively.
(b) Provision of Retirement Information.--Such section is further
amended--
(1) by redesignating subsections (d) and (e) as subsections
(e) and (f), respectively; and
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(2) by inserting after subsection (c) the following new
subsection (d):
``(d) Provision of Retirement Information.--In each training under
subsection (a) and in each meeting to provide counseling under
subsection (b), a member of the armed forces shall be provided with--
``(1) all forms relating to retirement that are relevant to
the member, including with respect to the Thrift Savings Plan;
and
``(2) information with respect to how to find additional
information.''.
SEC. 542. EXTENSION OF JROTC PROGRAMS TO THE JOB CORPS.
Section 2031 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)(1), by inserting ``, including Job
Corps centers as defined in section 147 of the Workforce
Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3197),'' after
``secondary educational institutions''; and
(2) in subsection (b)(1)(C), by inserting ``, or is a Job
Corps center as defined in section 147 of the Workforce
Innovation and Opportunity Act (29 U.S.C. 3197)'' after
``military department concerned''.
SEC. 543. MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPATING STUDENTS REQUIRED TO
ESTABLISH OR MAINTAIN A UNIT OF JROTC.
Section 2031(b)(1)(A) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking ``not less than (i) 10 percent of the number
of students enrolled in the institution who are in a grade above
the 7th grade and physically co-located with the 9th grade
participating unit, or (ii) 100, whichever is less;'' and
inserting an em dash; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new clauses:
``(i) in the case of an educational institution with
fewer than 1,000 enrolled students, the lesser of--
``(I) 10 percent of the number of such
students who are in a grade above the 7th grade
and physically co-located with the 9th grade
participating unit; and
``(II) 50; or
``(ii) in the case of an educational institution
with 1,000 or more enrolled students--
``(I) 50; or
``(II) a number, determined by the Secretary
of the military department concerned, that is
higher than 50 and not more than 100;''.
SEC. 544. JROTC WAITING LIST.
Section 2031(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a
semicolon;
(2) in paragraph (3), by striking the period at the end and
inserting ``; and''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(4) <<NOTE: Regulations.>> maintain a prioritized waiting
list that includes all secondary educational institutions that
have made a request for a unit under this section and have not
yet been approved by the Secretary concerned, and prescribe
regulations describing the factors to be considered in assigning
priority,
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including the length of time an institution has been waiting for
a unit.''.
SEC. 545. NUMBER OF JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS' TRAINING CORPS UNITS.
(a) In General.--Section 2031 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended, in the first subsection designated subsection (i), by striking
``support not fewer than 3,400, and not more than 4,000, units'' and
inserting ``support not fewer than 3,500, and not more than 4,100,
units''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 2031 note.>> Effective Date.--The amendment made
by subsection (a) shall take effect on October 1, 2026.
SEC. 546. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 2001.>> REQUIRED
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW TRAINING.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Beginning not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall ensure that all newly commissioned officers of the Armed
Forces receive training on the Constitution of the United States prior
to reporting to their first operational assignment.
(b) Elements.--The training required under subsection (a) shall
include--
(1) education on the centrality of the Constitution to the
commitment officers make to serve in the Armed Forces;
(2) emphasis on the loyalty of officers to the Constitution;
and
(3) instruction on the importance of, and basis for,
civilian control over the military.
SEC. 547. PROHIBITION ON FEDERAL FUNDS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE COUNTERING EXTREMISM WORK GROUP.
No funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act may be used to
fund the Department of Defense Countering Extremism Working Group
established by the Secretary of Defense memorandum on April 9, 2021.
Subtitle F--Member Education
SEC. 551. EXPANSION OF INTERNATIONAL ENGAGEMENT AUTHORITIES FOR
SERVICE ACADEMIES.
Section 347 of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in
subsection (a)(1)(B), by striking ``60'' and inserting ``80''.
SEC. 552. MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO ENGAGE IN FUNDED AND
UNFUNDED LAW EDUCATION PROGRAMS.
(a) Permanent Expansion of Law Education Programs.--Section 2004 of
title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) by inserting ``(1)'' before ``The Secretary'';
(B) by striking the second sentence; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
paragraphs:
``(2) Pursuant to regulations prescribed by the Secretary concerned,
the Secretary of a military department may fund educational expenses for
members of the armed forces detailed under paragraph (1). Not more than
25 officers and enlisted members from each military department may
commence such training in any single fiscal year.
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``(3) Pursuant to regulations prescribed by the Secretary concerned,
the Secretary of a military department may also detail members under
paragraph (1) without funding any educational expenses. A member
detailed pursuant to this paragraph shall not count against the
limitation in paragraph (2).''; and
(2) in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1)--
(i) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B)
as clauses (i) and (ii), respectively;
(ii) by inserting ``(A) in the case of a
member detailed pursuant to subsection (a)(1),''
after ``(1)'';
(iii) in clause (ii), as redesignated by
clause (i) of this subparagraph, by adding ``or''
after the semicolon; and
(iv) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraph:
``(B) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> in the case of a member
detailed pursuant to subsection (a)(2), either--
``(i) have served on active duty for a period of not
less than two years nor more than eight years and be an
officer in the pay grade O-3 or below when the training
is to begin; or
``(ii) have served on active duty for a period of
not less than four years nor more than ten years and be
an enlisted member in the pay grade of E-5, E-6, or E-7
when the training is to begin;''; and
(B) in paragraph (3)(C), by striking ``period of two
years'' and inserting ``period of--
``(i) two years for each year or part thereof
of legal training under subsection (a)(1); or
``(ii) one year for each year or part thereof
of legal training under subsection (a)(2).''.
(b) <<NOTE: Time periods. 10 USC 2004 note.>> Temporary
Expansion.--During each of the three years after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of a military department may fund
educational expenses under section 2004(a) of such title, as amended by
subsection (a), for 35 members of such military department.
(c) Clarification of Pay and Allowances While Detailed or Assigned
as a Student Full-time at a Civilian Institution.--Section 502(b) of
title 37, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the
following: ``Nothing in this subsection may be construed to deprive a
member, detailed or assigned by the Secretary concerned as a full-time
student at a civilian institution to pursue a program of education that
is substantially the same as a program of education offered to
civilians, of pay or allowances to which such member is entitled.''.
SEC. 553. ADDITIONAL ADMISSIONS AUTHORITY FOR THE UNIFORMED
SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH
SCIENCES.
Chapter 104 of title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
2112.>> is amended by inserting after section 2114 the following new
section:
``Sec. 2114a. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2114a.>> Eligibility of members of
foreign militaries to enroll in the University
``(a) Authority.--(1) The Secretary of Defense may permit an
individual who is a member of the military of a foreign country--
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``(A) to enroll (including as a full-time student) and
receive instruction--
``(i) as a medical student of the University; or
``(ii) in a postdoctoral, postgraduate, or
certificate program of the University; and
``(B) to participate in training exercises of the
University.
``(2) Enrollment of an individual under this section--
``(A) shall be subject to--
``(i) the academic capacity of the University
described in section 2112(b) of this title; and
``(ii) an international agreement or qualifying non-
binding instrument (as such terms are defined in section
112b of title 1); and
``(B) may not decrease the number of members of the
uniformed services enrolled in the University; and
``(C) may not be given priority over the enrollment of a
member of the uniformed services.
``(3) The number of individuals simultaneously enrolled under this
section may not exceed--
``(A) 10, in the case of medical students of the University;
and
``(B) 40, with regards to all postdoctoral, postgraduate,
and certificate programs of the University.
``(b) Qualifications; Selection.--In carrying out subsection (a),
the Secretary may select an individual to enroll under this section--
``(1) who was nominated for such enrollment by the medical
command of the military of a foreign country; and
``(2) pursuant to regulations prescribed by the Secretary
regarding--
``(A) qualifications for such enrollment that are
comparable to the qualifications required of a United
States citizen; and
``(B) procedures for such selection.
``(c) Reimbursement.--(1) The Secretary shall require the foreign
country of an individual enrolled under this section to reimburse the
United States for the cost of providing instruction to such individual.
``(2) The Secretary shall prescribe rates for such reimbursement
that equal or exceed the cost to the United States of providing such
instruction to a member of the uniformed services.
``(3) <<NOTE: Waiver authority.>> The Secretary may waive, in whole
or in part, reimbursement with regards to an individual enrolled under
this section.
``(4) Amounts received by the Secretary under this subsection
shall--
``(A) be used to defray the costs of providing instruction
to an individual enrolled under this section;
``(B) be credited to appropriations available for the
maintenance and operation of the University; and
``(C) remain available for until expended.
``(5) The source and the disposition of such amounts shall be
specifically identified in records of the University.
``(d) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Applicability of Regulations and
Policies.--(1) Subject to paragraphs (2) through (4), and to the
determination of the Secretary, an individual enrolled under this
section shall be subject to the same regulations and policies that apply
to a member of the uniformed services enrolled in the University.
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``(2) The Secretary may prescribe regulations regarding access to
classified information by an individual enrolled under this section that
differ from the regulations that apply to a member of the uniformed
services enrolled in the University.
``(3) An individual enrolled under this section shall not be
entitled to an appointment in a uniformed service by reason of
completing of a program of the University.
``(4) Section 2114 of this title shall not apply to an individual
enrolled under this section.''.
SEC. 554. PROFESSIONAL MILITARY EDUCATION: TECHNICAL CORRECTION TO
DEFINITIONS.
Section 2151 of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in
subsection (b)(3), by striking ``National Defense Intelligence College''
and inserting ``National Intelligence University''.
SEC. 555. DISTANCE EDUCATION OPTION FOR PROFESSIONAL MILITARY
EDUCATION.
Section 2154 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding
at the end the following new subsection:
``(c) Distance Education.--(1) Any distance education program
offered to satisfy Phase I or Phase II instruction under paragraph (1)
or (2) of subsection (a) shall include a pathway for a student who is a
member of a reserve component to fully complete the course of
instruction while physically separated from the course instructors and
without any in-person attendance required to graduate from such program.
``(2) <<NOTE: Definition.>> In this subsection, the term `distance
education' has the meaning given such term in section 103 of the Higher
Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1003).''.
SEC. 556. AUTHORITY TO ACCEPT GIFTS OF SERVICES FOR PROFESSIONAL
MILITARY EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS.
Section 2601(a)(2)(A) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
inserting ``or a professional military education institution'' after
``museum program'' each place it appears.
SEC. 557. ALTERNATIVE SERVICE OBLIGATION FOR A CADET OR MIDSHIPMAN
WHO BECOMES A PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE.
(a) United States Military Academy.--Section 7448 of title 10,
United States Code, is amended as follows:
(1) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 7431.>> In the section heading, by
striking ``agreement to serve as officer'' and inserting
``service obligation''.
(2) In subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``The Secretary of
the Army'' and inserting ``Subject to paragraph (4), the
Secretary of the Army''; and
(B) by striking paragraph (4) and inserting the
following:
``(4) Each academic year, the Secretary of the Army may transfer not
more than three cadets, who obtain employment in violation of paragraph
(5) of subsection (a), to the Selected Reserve of the Army. Each cadet
so transferred shall--
``(A) <<NOTE: Determinations.>> serve as a commissioned
officer--
``(i) in an appropriate grade or rating, determined
by the Secretary of the Army; and
``(ii) <<NOTE: Time period.>> for a period,
determined by the Secretary of the Army, not longer than
10 years; and
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``(B) while so serving, participate in efforts to recruit
and retain members of the armed forces.''.
(3) In subsection (c)(2)(A), by inserting ``unless such
cadet receives a transfer under paragraph (4) of subsection
(b)'' before the semicolon.
(4) In subsection (f), by striking ``the alternative
obligation'' and inserting ``an alternative obligation''.
(b) United States Naval Academy.--Section 8459 of title 10, United
States Code, is amended as follows:
(1) In the section heading, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 8451.>> by
striking ``agreement for length of service'' and inserting
``service obligation''.
(2) In subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``The Secretary of
the Navy'' and inserting ``Subject to paragraph (4), the
Secretary of the Navy''; and
(B) by striking paragraph (4) and inserting the
following:
``(4) Each academic year, the Secretary of the Navy may transfer not
more than three midshipmen, who obtain employment in violation of
paragraph (5) of subsection (a), to the Selected Reserve of the Navy or
the Selected Reserve of the Marine Corps. Each midshipman so transferred
shall--
``(A) <<NOTE: Determinations.>> serve as a commissioned
officer--
``(i) in an appropriate grade or rating, determined
by the Secretary of the Navy; and
``(ii) <<NOTE: Time period.>> for a period,
determined by the Secretary of the Navy, not longer than
10 years; and
``(B) while so serving, participate in efforts to recruit
and retain members of the armed forces.''.
(3) In subsection (c)(2)(A), by inserting ``unless such
midshipman receives a transfer under paragraph (4) of subsection
(b)'' before the semicolon.
(4) In subsection (f), by striking ``the alternative
obligation'' and inserting ``an alternative obligation''.
(c) United States Air Force Academy.--Section 9448 of title 10,
United States Code, is amended as follows:
(1) In the section heading, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 9431.>> by
striking ``agreement to serve as officer'' and inserting
``service obligation''.
(2) In subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``The Secretary of
the Air Force'' and inserting ``Subject to paragraph
(4), the Secretary of the Air Force''; and
(B) by striking paragraph (4) and inserting the
following:
``(4) Each academic year, the Secretary of the Air Force may
transfer not more than three cadets, who obtain employment in violation
of paragraph (5) of subsection (a), to the Selected Reserve of the Air
Force. Each cadet so transferred shall--
``(A) <<NOTE: Determinations.>> serve as a commissioned
officer--
``(i) in an appropriate grade or rating, determined
by the Secretary of the Air Force; and
``(ii) <<NOTE: Time period.>> for a period,
determined by the Secretary of the Air Force, not longer
than 10 years; and
``(B) while so serving, participate in efforts to recruit
and retain members of the armed forces.''.
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(3) In subsection (c)(2)(A), by inserting ``unless such
cadet receives a transfer under paragraph (4) of subsection
(b)'' before the semicolon.
(4) In subsection (f), by striking ``the alternative
obligation'' and inserting ``an alternative obligation''.
SEC. 558. SERVICE ACADEMIES: BOARDS OF VISITORS.
(a) United States Military Academy.--Section 7455 of title 10,
United States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following:
``(a) A Board of Visitors to the Academy is constituted annually
of--
``(1) the chair of the Committee on Armed Services of the
Senate, or the designee of such chair;
``(2) the ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services
of the Senate, or the designee of the ranking member;
``(3) two other members of the Senate designated by the
Majority Leader of the Senate, one of whom is a member of the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
``(4) two other members of the Senate designated by the
Minority Leader of the Senate, one of whom is a member of the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
``(5) the chair of the Committee on Armed Services of the
House of Representatives, or the designee of such chair;
``(6) the ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services
of the House of Representatives, or the designee of the ranking
member;
``(7) two other members of the House of Representatives
designated by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, one
of whom is a member of the Committee on Appropriations of the
House of Representatives;
``(8) one other member of the House of Representatives
designated by the Minority Leader of the House of
Representatives; and
``(9) <<NOTE: President.>> six persons designated by the
President.''; and
(2) in subsection (f), by inserting ``and the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives''
after ``the President'' both places it appears.
(b) United States Naval Academy.--Section 8468 of title 10, United
States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following:
``(a) A Board of Visitors to the Academy is constituted annually
of--
``(1) the chair of the Committee on Armed Services of the
Senate, or the designee of such chair;
``(2) the ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services
of the Senate, or the designee of the ranking member;
``(3) two other members of the Senate designated by the
Majority Leader of the Senate, one of whom is a member of the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
``(4) two other members of the Senate designated by the
Minority Leader of the Senate, one of whom is a member of the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
``(5) the chair of the Committee on Armed Services of the
House of Representatives, or the designee of such chair;
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``(6) the ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services
of the House of Representatives, or the designee of the ranking
member;
``(7) two other members of the House of Representatives
designated by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, one
of whom is a member of the Committee on Appropriations of the
House of Representatives;
``(8) one other member of the House of Representatives
designated by the Minority Leader of the House of
Representatives; and
``(9) <<NOTE: President.>> six persons designated by the
President.''; and
(2) in subsection (f), by inserting ``and the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives''
after ``the President'' both places it appears.
(c) United States Air Force Academy.--Section 9455 of title 10,
United States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following:
``(a) A Board of Visitors to the Academy is constituted annually
of--
``(1) the chair of the Committee on Armed Services of the
Senate, or the designee of such chair;
``(2) the ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services
of the Senate, or the designee of the ranking member;
``(3) two other members of the Senate designated by the
Majority Leader of the Senate, one of whom is a member of the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
``(4) two other members of the Senate designated by the
Minority Leader of the Senate, one of whom is a member of the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
``(5) the chair of the Committee on Armed Services of the
House of Representatives, or the designee of such chair;
``(6) the ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services
of the House of Representatives, or the designee of the ranking
member;
``(7) two other members of the House of Representatives
designated by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, one
of whom is a member of the Committee on Appropriations of the
House of Representatives;
``(8) one other member of the House of Representatives
designated by the Minority Leader of the House of
Representatives; and
``(9) <<NOTE: President.>> six persons designated by the
President.''; and
(2) in subsection (f), by inserting ``and the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives''
after ``the President'' both places it appears.
SEC. 559. MODERNIZING MARINE CORPS PLATOON LEADERS CLASS COLLEGE
TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM TO ACCOUNT FOR
INFLATION.
Section 16401 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (d), by striking ``$5,200'' and inserting
``$13,800''; and
(2) in subsection (e)(2), by striking ``1,200'' and
inserting ``450''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1900]]
SEC. 559A. INFORMATION ON NOMINATIONS AND APPLICATIONS FOR
MILITARY SERVICE ACADEMIES.
Section 575(a)(1) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 10
U.S.C. 7442 note) is amended by striking ``Not later than two years
after the date of the enactment of this Act'' and inserting ``Not later
than December 31, 2026''.
SEC. 559B. <<NOTE: 20 USC 1087e note.>> ENSURING ACCESS TO
CERTAIN HIGHER EDUCATION BENEFITS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Data Matching Required.--Not later than one
year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense and the Secretary of Education shall jointly complete a data
matching process--
(1) to identify each individual who, while serving as a
covered employee of the Department of Defense, made one or more
student loan payments eligible to be counted for purposes of the
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program under section 455(m) of
the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1087e(m)); and
(2) without requiring further information or action from
such individual--
(A) <<NOTE: Certification.>> to certify the total
period of such employment for purposes of such program;
and
(B) to count the total number of qualifying payments
made by the individual for purposes of such program
during such period.
(b) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Covered Employee Defined.--In this
section, the term ``covered employee'' means an individual who, at any
time beginning on or after October 1, 2007, was--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> a member of the Armed Forces
serving on active duty for a period of more than 30 consecutive
days; or
(2) a civilian employee of the Department of Defense.
SEC. 559C. <<NOTE: 10 USC 7431 note.>> SERVICE ACADEMIES:
REFERRAL OF APPLICANTS TO THE SENIOR
MILITARY COLLEGES AND UNITS OF THE
SENIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
establish a system whereby a covered individual may elect to have the
Secretary share information regarding such covered individual with a
senior military college or a unit of the Senior Reserve Officer Training
Corps.
(b) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered individual'' means an individual who
applied for an appointment as a cadet or midshipman at a Service
Academy.
(2) The term ``senior military college'' means a school
specified in section 2111a of title 10, United States Code.
(3) The term ``Service Academy'' has the meaning given such
term in section 347 of title 10, United States Code.
SEC. 559D. <<NOTE: 10 USC 8545 note.>> PILOT PROGRAM TO PROVIDE
GRADUATE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR
ENLISTED MEMBERS OF THE ARMY AND NAVY.
(a) Authority.--The Secretary of the Navy and the Secretary of the
Army may jointly conduct a pilot program (referred to in
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this section as the ``Program'') under which certain enlisted personnel
of the covered Armed Forces may enroll in a master's degree program at
the Naval Postgraduate School.
(b) Program Requirements.--The Secretaries concerned may carry out
the Program--
(1) in accordance with this section;
(2) <<NOTE: Regulations.>> in accordance with such
regulations as may be prescribed by the Secretary of Defense for
purposes of the Program; and
(3) in a manner consistent with the Graduate Education
Program-Enlisted pilot program of the Marine Corps.
(c) <<NOTE: Criteria. Determination.>> Eligibility of
Participants.--The Secretaries concerned shall establish criteria for
determining the eligibility of enlisted members of the covered Armed
Forces for participation in the Program.
(d) Selection of Participants.--Selection of a member for the
Program shall be based on consideration of--
(1) the eligibility criteria established under subsection
(c);
(2) professional performance;
(3) promotion potential;
(4) retention potential;
(5) academic background, capabilities, and accomplishments;
(6) the needs of the Navy and Army; and
(7) input from the component within each covered Armed Force
with primary responsibility for determining the duty assignments
of enlisted members.
(e) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Post-participation Service.--Subject to
such terms, conditions, and exceptions as the Secretaries concerned may
establish, an enlisted member who receives a master's degree under the
Program shall serve for a period of not less than two years in a duty
assignment that is relevant to the degree obtained by the member under
the Program.
(f) Framework for Filling Billets.--In conjunction with selecting
enlisted members for participation in the Program as described in
subsection (d), the Secretaries concerned shall establish a framework
for assigning enlisted personnel who are not participating in the
Program--
(1) to fill the billets of the members participating in the
Program while such members are completing a course of study at
the Naval Postgraduate School; and
(2) to fill the billets of members who received a master's
degree under the Program while such members are engaged in post-
participation service as described in subsection (e).
(g) Identification of Degree Programs.--The Secretaries concerned
shall coordinate with the President of the Naval Postgraduate School to
identify specific master's degree programs offered by the School in
which Program participants may enroll. In identifying such programs, the
Secretaries shall consider--
(1) the needs of the Navy and Army;
(2) the capacity of the Naval Postgraduate School; and
(3) the extent to which enrollment in a specific program is
expected to have a positive effect on the career trajectories of
participants.
(h) <<NOTE: Notification.>> Information Dissemination.--The
Secretaries concerned shall take such actions as are necessary to notify
and inform enlisted members about the Program.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1902]]
(i) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Report.--Before the expiration of the
six-year period described in subsection (j), the Secretaries concerned,
in coordination with the Secretary of Defense, shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a report that includes--
(1) an assessment of whether and to what extent the Program
has met the needs of the covered Armed Forces and had positive
effects on participating enlisted members, including with
respect to--
(A) career trajectory, including potential pay
increases;
(B) retention;
(C) recruitment;
(D) job performance;
(E) merit-based promotions and merit-based promotion
reorder; and
(F) compatibility with the objectives outlined in
the 2022 National Defense Strategy to modernize the
Armed Services, spur innovation, and outpace and
outthink adversaries of the United States;
(2) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> the recommendations of the
Secretaries regarding whether the Program should be extended or
made permanent;
(3) an assessment of the funding and capabilities that may
be needed to make the Program permanent; and
(4) any other matters the Secretaries determine to be
relevant.
(j) Sunset.--The Program shall terminate six years after the date on
which the Program commences under this section.
(k) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered Armed Force'' means the Army or Navy.
(2) The term ``Secretary concerned'' means--
(A) the Secretary of the Army, with respect to
matters concerning the Army; and
(B) the Secretary of the Navy, with respect to
matters concerning the Navy.
SEC. 559E. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FEDERAL FUNDS TO ENDORSE CRITICAL
RACE THEORY.
(a) Prohibition.--No funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act
may be used to endorse critical race theory--
(1) at an academic institution operated by the Department of
Defense;
(2) in training provided to a member of the Armed Forces; or
(3) in professional military education.
(b) Protection of Academic Freedom.--Nothing in this section shall
be construed to supersede the institutional autonomy or academic freedom
of instructors involved in the selection of textbooks, supplemental
materials, or other classroom materials, or in the preparation or
presentation of classroom instruction or lectures.
(c) Definitions.--In this section, the term ``critical race theory''
means the theory that individuals, by virtue of race, ethnicity, color,
or national origin, bear collective guilt and are inherently responsible
for actions committed in the past by other individuals of such race,
ethnicity, color, or national origin.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1903]]
Subtitle G--Military Justice and Other Legal Matters
SEC. 561. CLARIFYING AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE 2 OF THE UNIFORM CODE OF
MILITARY JUSTICE.
Section 802(a)(14) of title 10, United States Code (article 2(a)(14)
of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), is amended by inserting
``20601 or'' before ``20603''.
SEC. 562. AUTHORITY OF SPECIAL TRIAL COUNSEL WITH RESPECT TO
CERTAIN OFFENSES OCCURRING BEFORE
EFFECTIVE DATE OF MILITARY JUSTICE
REFORMS.
Section 824a(d) of title 10, United States Code, as added by section
531 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024
(Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 258), is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1)(A), by striking ``section 920 (article
120),'' and inserting ``section 919a (article 119a), section 920
(article 120), section 920a (article 120a),'';
(2) by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3);
(3) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new
paragraph:
``(2) The standalone offense of sexual harassment.--After
January 1, 2025, a special trial counsel may, at the sole and
exclusive discretion of the special trial counsel, exercise
authority over the following offenses:
``(A) The standalone offense of sexual harassment
punishable under section 934 of this title (article 134)
in each instance in which--
``(i) the offense occurs after January 26,
2022, and on or before January 1, 2025; and
``(ii) a formal complaint is substantiated in
accordance with regulations prescribed by the
Secretary concerned.
``(B) A conspiracy to commit an offense specified in
subparagraph (A) as punishable under section 881 of this
title (article 81).
``(C) A solicitation to commit an offense specified
in subparagraph (A) as punishable under section 882 of
this title (article 82).
``(D) An attempt to commit an offense specified in
subparagraph (A), (B), or (C) as punishable under
section 880 of this title (article 80).''; and
(4) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated--
(A) in subparagraph (A), by inserting ``or (2)''
after ``paragraph (1)''; and
(B) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``paragraph
(1)'' and inserting ``subsection (c)(2)(A) or paragraph
(1) or (2) of this subsection''.
SEC. 563. DETAILING OF APPELLATE DEFENSE COUNSEL.
Subsection (b) of section 865 of title 10, United States Code
(article 65 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), is amended--
(1) <<NOTE: Records.>> in paragraph (1)--
(A) by striking ``the Judge Advocate General shall
forward the record'' and inserting the following: ``the
Judge Advocate General shall forward--
[[Page 138 STAT. 1904]]
``(A) the record'';
(B) in subparagraph (A), as designated by
subparagraph (A) of this paragraph, by striking the
period and inserting ``; and''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraph:
``(B) a copy of the record of trial to an appellate
defense counsel who shall be detailed to review the case
and, upon request of the accused, to represent the
accused before the Court of Criminal Appeals.''; and
(2) in paragraph (2)--
(A) in subparagraph (A)--
(i) in the matter preceding clause (i), by
striking ``shall'' and inserting ``shall, upon
written request of the accused'';
(ii) in clause (i), by striking ``, upon
request of the accused,''; and
(iii) in clause (ii), by striking ``upon
written request of the accused,''; and
(B) in subparagraph (B)--
(i) by striking ``accused'' and all that
follows through ``waives'' and inserting ``accused
waives'';
(ii) by striking ``; or'' and inserting a
period; and
(iii) by striking clause (ii).
SEC. 564. MODIFICATION TO OFFENSE OF AIDING THE ENEMY UNDER THE
UNIFORM CODE OF MILITARY JUSTICE.
Section 903b(2) of title 10, United States Code (article 103b(2) of
the Uniform Code of Military Justice), is amended by inserting
``provides military education, military training, or tactical advice
to,'' after ``gives intelligence to,''.
SEC. 565. REMOVAL OF MARRIAGE AS A DEFENSE TO ARTICLE 120B
OFFENSES.
Section 920b of title 10, United States Code (article 120b of the
Uniform Code of Military Justice), is amended--
(1) by striking subsection (f);
(2) by redesignating subsections (g) and (h) as subsections
(f) and (g), respectively; and
(3) in subsection (f), as redesignated by paragraph (2), by
striking ``not legally married to the person committing the
sexual act, lewd act, or use of force''.
SEC. 566. CONSOLIDATION OF MILITARY JUSTICE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
FOR THE MILITARY DEPARTMENTS.
(a) Annual Reports.--Section 946a(b) of title 10, United States Code
(article 146a(b) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), is amended--
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (2) through (5) as
paragraphs (3) through (6), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after paragraph (1), the following new
paragraph:
``(2) Data on the number and status of completed cases,
including--
``(A) information on race, ethnicity, rank, and sex
demographic for the victim and the accused;
``(B) the enumerated offenses preferred and
referred;
``(C) the types of court-martial; and
[[Page 138 STAT. 1905]]
``(D) the results for each case, including cases
that resulted in nonjudicial punishment or
administrative separation.''.
(b) Repeal of Duplicative Military Justice Reporting Requirements.--
(1) Title 10, united states code.--Section 486 of title 10,
United Sates Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 480.>> is repealed.
(2) John s. mccain national defense authorization act for
fiscal year 2019.--Section 547 of the John S. McCain National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-
232; 10 U.S.C. 1561 note) is repealed.
SEC. 567. TERM OF OFFICE FOR JUDGES OF THE COURT OF MILITARY
COMMISSION REVIEW.
(a) Establishment of Term of Office.--Section 950f(b) of title 10,
United States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (6)--
(A) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as
clauses (i) and (ii), respectively, and indenting
appropriately;
(B) by striking ``The term of an appellate military
judge assigned to the Court under paragraph (2) or
appointed to the Court under paragraph (3)'' and
inserting the following: ``(A) The term of an appellate
military judge assigned or appointed to the Court under
this subsection''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraph:
``(B) <<NOTE: Expiration date. Time period.>> The term of a
civilian judge of the Court appointed under paragraph (3) shall expire
on the date that is 10 years after the date on which the judge was
appointed.''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(7) <<NOTE: President. Notice.>> Judges of the Court may be
removed from office by the President (in the case of a judge appointed
under paragraph (3)) or the Secretary of Defense (in the case of an
appellate military judge assigned under paragraph (2)) upon notice and
hearing, for--
``(A) neglect of duty;
``(B) misconduct; or
``(C) mental or physical disability.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 950f note.>> Effective Date.--
(1) In general.--The amendments made by subsection (a) shall
take effect on the date that is 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act.
(2) <<NOTE: Time period. Expiration.>> Applicability to
existing civilian judges.--The term of any civilian judge of the
United States Court of Military Commission Review who will have
served as such a judge for a period of 10 or more years as of
the effective date described in paragraph (1) shall expire on
such effective date.
SEC. 568. CONTINUITY OF COVERAGE UNDER CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF TITLE
18, UNITED STATES CODE.
(a) Section 202.--Section 202(a) of title 18, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) in the third sentence, by inserting ``an officer of the
Space Force not serving on sustained duty pursuant to section
20105 of title 10,'' after ``of the Armed Forces,''; and
[[Page 138 STAT. 1906]]
(2) in the fourth and fifth sentences, by striking ``A
Reserve'' and all that follows through ``who is'' and inserting
``Such an officer who is''.
(b) Section 209.--Section 209(h) of such title is amended by
inserting ``, or a member of the Space Force,'' after ``a member of the
reserve components of the armed forces''.
(c) Cross-reference Amendment.--Section 202(a) of such title, as
amended by subsection (a), is further amended by striking ``section
29(c) and (d) of the Act of August 10, 1956 (70A Stat. 632; 5 U.S.C.
30r(c) and (d))'' and inserting ``sections 502, 2105(d), and 5534 of
title 5''.
SEC. 569. CORRECTION OF CERTAIN CITATIONS IN TITLE 18, UNITED
STATES CODE, RELATING TO SEXUAL OFFENSES.
Part I of title 18, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in section 2241(c)--
(A) in the second sentence, by inserting ``or an
offense under the Uniform Code of Military Justice''
after ``State offense''; and
(B) by striking ``either such provision'' and
inserting ``any such provision'';
(2) in section 2251(e), by striking ``section 920 of title
10 (article 120 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), or
under'' each place it appears and inserting ``the Uniform Code
of Military Justice or'';
(3) in section 2252(b)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``section 920 of
title 10 (article 120 of the Uniform Code of Military
Justice), or under'' and inserting ``the Uniform Code of
Military Justice or''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``section 920 of
title 10 (article 120 of the Uniform Code of Military
Justice), or under'' and inserting ``the Uniform Code of
Military Justice or'';
(4) in section 2252A(b)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``section 920 of
title 10 (article 120 of the Uniform Code of Military
Justice), or under'' and inserting ``the Uniform Code of
Military Justice or''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``section 920 of
title 10 (article 120 of the Uniform Code of Military
Justice), or under'' and inserting ``the Uniform Code of
Military Justice or'';
(5) in section 2426(b)(1)(B), by inserting ``or the Uniform
Code of Military Justice'' after ``State law''; and
(6) in section 3559(e)(2)--
(A) in subparagraph (B)--
(i) by striking ``State sex offense'' and
inserting ``State or Military sex offense''; and
(ii) by inserting ``or the Uniform Code of
Military Justice'' after ``State law''; and
(B) in subparagraph (C), by inserting ``or
Military'' after ``State''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1907]]
SEC. 569A. MODIFICATION OF TIMELINE FOR POTENTIAL IMPLEMENTATION
OF STUDY ON UNANIMOUS COURT-MARTIAL
VERDICTS.
Section 536(c)(3) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 263) is amended by
striking ``2027'' and inserting ``2026''.
SEC. 569B. REMOVAL OF PERSONALLY IDENTIFYING AND OTHER INFORMATION
OF CERTAIN PERSONS FROM THE DEPARTMENT
OF DEFENSE CENTRAL INDEX OF
INVESTIGATIONS.
Section 545 of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 10 U.S.C.
1552 note) is amended--
(1) in the section heading, by striking ``investigative
reports'' and all that follows and inserting ``the department of
defense central index of investigations'';
(2) in subsection (a)--
(A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by
striking ``October 1, 2021'' and inserting ``October 1,
2025''; and
(B) by striking ``removed from, the following:'' and
all that follows through the period at the end of
paragraph (3) and inserting ``removed from, an index
item or entry in the Department of Defense Central Index
of Investigations.'';
(3) in subsection (b), by striking ``or is maintained'' and
all that follows through the period at the end of paragraph (3)
and inserting ``or is maintained, as an item or entry in the
Department of Defense Central Index of Investigations.''; and
(4) in subsection (c)(1)--
(A) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by
striking ``a report, item or entry, or record described
in paragraphs (1) through (3) of subsection (a)'' and
inserting ``an index item or entry in the Department of
Defense Central Index of Investigations''; and
(B) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``such report,
item or entry, or record'' and inserting ``such item or
entry''.
SEC. 569C. EXPANDED COMMAND NOTIFICATIONS TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE.
Section 549 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92; 10 U.S.C. 806b note) is amended--
(1) in the section heading, by striking ``offense'' and
inserting ``and domestic violence-related offenses'';
(2) in the first sentence--
(A) by inserting ``, or a case of an alleged
domestic violence-related offense (as defined by the
Secretary),'' after ``of title 10, United States
Code)''; and
(B) by striking ``periodically notify the victim''
and inserting ``ensure that the victim (or the victim's
legal counsel if so requested by the victim) is
periodically notified''; and
(3) in the last sentence, by striking ``notify the victim''
and inserting ``ensure that the victim (or the victim's legal
counsel if so requested by the victim) is notified''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1908]]
SEC. 569D. EXTENSION OF DEFENSE ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON
INVESTIGATION, PROSECUTION, AND DEFENSE
OF SEXUAL ASSAULT IN THE ARMED FORCES.
Section 546 of the Carl Levin and Howard P. ``Buck'' McKeon National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113-291; 10
U.S.C. 1561 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (f)(1), by striking ``10 years after'' and
inserting ``15 years after''; and
(2) by redesignating the second subsection (f) as subsection
(g).
SEC. 569E. ANALYSIS ON THE ADVISABILITY OF REVISING MILITARY RULE
OF EVIDENCE 513.
(a) Analysis Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall analyze the
advisability of modifying rule 513 of the Military Rules of Evidence (as
set forth in part III of the Manual for Courts-Martial) to include
diagnoses of a patient and treatments prescribed to a patient as
confidential communications subject to the psychotherapist-patient
privilege. <<NOTE: Reports.>> The Secretary shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a report that includes the considerations described in
subsection (b).
(b) Considerations.--In the analysis directed under subsection (a),
the Secretary of Defense shall consider--
(1) the advisability of modifying Military Rule of Evidence
513 to cover psychotherapy diagnoses and treatments; and
(2) such other approaches to the modification of Military
Rule of Evidence 513 as the Secretary considers appropriate to
address victim privacy rights balanced against the rights of the
accused and the best interests of justice.
SEC. 569F. ANALYSIS OF PROHIBITION ON BROADCAST AND DISTRIBUTION
OF DIGITALLY MANIPULATED INTIMATE IMAGES
UNDER THE UNIFORM CODE OF MILITARY
JUSTICE.
(a) Analysis Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) analyze the feasibility and advisability of, and
potential approaches to, modifying the offense of indecent
viewing, visual recording, or broadcasting under section 920c of
title 10, United States Code (article 120c of the Uniform Code
of Military Justice) to clarify its applicability to the
broadcasting and distribution of digitally manipulated intimate
images; and
(2) provide the results of such analysis to the Committees
on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives.
(b) Considerations.--In conducting the analysis required under
subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall consider--
(1) the advisability of modifying section 920c of title 10,
United States Code (article 120c of the Uniform Code of Military
Justice)--
(A) to prohibit the broadcasting or distribution of
an intimate digital depiction of another person that the
offender knew or reasonably should have known was made
without the other person's consent and under
circumstances in which that person has a reasonable
expectation of privacy; and
(B) to define the term ``intimate digital
depiction'' (as used in subparagraph (A)) as a digital
depiction of an
[[Page 138 STAT. 1909]]
individual that has been created or altered using
digital manipulation and that depicts--
(i) the private area of an identifiable
individual; or
(ii) an identifiable individual engaging in
sexually explicit conduct (as defined in section
917a(b) of title 10, United States Code (article
117a(b)(4) of the Uniform Code of Military
Justice)); and
(2) such other approaches to the modification of such
section 920c (article 120c) as the Secretary considers
appropriate to address digitally manipulated intimate images.
Subtitle H--Career Transition
SEC. 571. PATHWAY FOR INDIVIDUALIZED COUNSELING FOR MEMBERS OF THE
RESERVE COMPONENTS UNDER TAP.
Section 1142(c)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in
the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by inserting ``(including one
pathway for members of the reserve components)'' after ``military
department concerned''.
SEC. 572. EXTENSION OF TROOPS-TO-TEACHERS PROGRAM.
Section 1154 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (e)(3)(C)--
(A) in clause (i), by striking ``5,000'' and
inserting ``3,000''; and
(B) by striking clause (iii) and redesignating
clause (iv) as clause (iii); and
(2) in subsection (k), by striking ``2027'' and inserting
``2029''.
SEC. 573. EXTENSION AND EXPANSION OF REPORT ON THE TRANSITION
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE.
Section 552(b)(4) of the John S. McCain National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232) is amended--
(1) <<NOTE: 132 Stat. 1771.>> in the matter preceding
subparagraph (A), by striking ``4 years'' and inserting ``seven
years'';
(2) <<NOTE: 132 Stat. 1772.>> in subparagraph (B), by
inserting ``, disaggregated by whether such attendance was in
person or remote'' after ``counseling'';
(3) <<NOTE: 133 Stat. 1395.>> by redesignating subparagraphs
(F) through (I) as subparagraphs (I) through (L), respectively;
and
(4) <<NOTE: 133 Stat. 1395.>> by inserting, after
subparagraph (E), the following new subparagraphs:
``(F) The total number of members who did not attend
Transition Assistance Program counseling due to
operational requirements.
``(G) If the information described in subparagraph
(F) is unavailable, processes the Secretary is
implementing to collect such information.
``(H) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of
challenges to attending Transition Assistance Program
counseling in person.''.
SEC. 574. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1143 note.>> MILITARY TRAINING AND
COMPETENCY RECORDS.
(a) Competency Records.--
[[Page 138 STAT. 1910]]
(1) In general.--The Secretary of a military department
shall provide, to each member of a covered Armed Force under the
jurisdiction of such Secretary, a document that outlines the
training and qualifications acquired by the member while serving
in such covered Armed Force. Such document shall be known as a
``competency record''.
(2) Format and contents.--The Secretary of Defense shall
develop a standardized format for competency records, which
shall include, at a minimum, the following information:
(A) Relevant personal details about the member.
(B) Description of training courses, certifications,
and qualifications obtained.
(C) Date and duration of each completed training.
(D) Authorized signatures and other necessary
authentication.
(3) Availability.--A competency record shall be provided to
a member upon the separation or retirement of such member from a
covered Armed Force.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. Regulations. Procedures. Timelines.>> Implementatio
n.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Secretary of Defense shall establish the necessary regulations,
procedures, and timelines for the implementation of this section.
(c) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Report.--Not later than two years
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense
shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the
House of Representatives a report on the implementation and usefulness
of competency records and any recommendations of the Secretary for
improving competency records. The report shall include feedback and
recommendations from States and other employers regarding the usability
and accuracy of the information in the competency records.
(d) Covered Armed Force Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered Armed Force'' means the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force,
or Space Force.
Subtitle I--Family Programs and Child Care
SEC. 581. INTERSTATE COMPACTS FOR PORTABILITY OF OCCUPATIONAL
LICENSES OF MILITARY SPOUSES: PERMANENT
AUTHORITY.
(a) In General.--Section 1784(h) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by striking paragraph (5).
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 1784 note.>> Effective Date.--The amendment made
by subsection (a) shall take effect as if enacted immediately following
the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2020 (Public Law 116-92), to which such amendment relates.
SEC. 582. <<NOTE: Termination dates.>> MILITARY SPOUSE CAREER
ACCELERATOR PROGRAM.
(a) Establishment.--Section 1784 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(i) Employment Fellowship Opportunities.--(1) The Secretary of
Defense shall carry out a program to provide spouses of members of the
armed forces with paid fellowships (including in-person, remote, and
hybrid fellowships) with employers in various
[[Page 138 STAT. 1911]]
industries. To carry out such program, the Secretary shall take the
following steps:
``(A) Seek to enter into an agreement with an entity to
conduct such program.
``(B) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Determine the appropriate
capacity for the program based on the availability of
appropriations for such purpose.
``(C) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> Establish criteria to evaluate the
effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of the program in
supporting the employment of such spouses.
``(2) The authority to carry out the program under this subsection
shall terminate on January 1, 2031.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 1784 note.>> Effective Date.--Subsection (i) of
such section shall take effect on January 1, 2026.
(c) <<NOTE: 10 USC 1784 note.>> Conforming Amendment.--The pilot
program under section 564 of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 10 U.S.C. 1784 note) shall
terminate on January 1, 2026.
SEC. 583. COMPETITIVE PAY FOR DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE CHILD CARE
PERSONNEL.
(a) In General.--Section 1792(c) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended to read as follows:
``(c) Competitive Rates of Pay.--(1) For the purpose of providing
military child development centers with a qualified and stable civilian
workforce, employees at a military installation who are directly
involved in providing child care and who are paid from nonappropriated
funds--
``(A) in the case of entry-level employees, shall be paid a
rate of pay competitive with the rates of pay paid to other
equivalent non-Federal positions within the metropolitan
statistical area or non-metropolitan statistical area (as the
case may be) in which such Department employee's position is
located; and
``(B) in the case of any employee not covered by
subparagraph (A), shall be paid a rate of pay competitive with
the rates of pay paid to other employees with similar training,
seniority, and experience within the metropolitan statistical
area or non-metropolitan statistical area (as the case may be)
in which such Department employee's position is located.
``(2) Notwithstanding paragraph (1), no employee shall receive a
rate of pay under this subsection that is lower than the minimum hourly
rate of pay applicable to civilian employees of the Department of
Defense.
``(3) <<NOTE: Determination.>> For purposes of determining the rates
of pay under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall use the metropolitan and
nonmetropolitan area occupational employment and wage estimates
published monthly by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.''.
(b) Application.--
(1) <<NOTE: 10 USC 1792 note.>> In general.--The amendment
made by subsection (a) shall take effect not later than April 1,
2025.
(2) <<NOTE: 10 USC 1792 note.>> Rates of pay.--
(A) Employee pay rate not reduced.--The rate of pay
for any individual who is an employee covered by
subsection (c) of section 1792 of title 10, United
States Code, as amended by subsection (a) of this
section, on the date of the enactment of this Act shall
not be reduced by operation of such amendment.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1912]]
(B) Pay band minimum.--Any employee whose rate of
pay is fixed under such subsection (c), as so amended,
and who is within any pay band shall receive a rate of
pay not less than the minimum rate of pay applicable to
such pay band.
SEC. 584. POSTING OF NATIONAL CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE AT MILITARY
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS.
Section 1794(b)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking the period at the end and inserting ``by
means including--''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs:
``(A) posting it in public areas of military child
development centers; and
``(B) providing it to the parents and legal guardians of
children who attend military child development centers.''.
SEC. 585. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IN OUTREACH CAMPAIGN RELATING TO
WAITING LISTS FOR MILITARY CHILD
DEVELOPMENT CENTERS.
Section 585(a)(2)(D) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 1791 note prec.) is
amended by inserting ``a provider eligible for financial assistance
under section 1798 of title 10, United States Code, or'' before ``pilot
programs''.
SEC. 586. EXPANSION OF ANNUAL BRIEFING REGARDING WAITING LISTS FOR
MILITARY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS.
Subsection (b) of section 585 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 1791 note prec.)
is amended by striking paragraphs (1) and (2) and inserting the
following:
``(1) with regards to the 20 military installations with the
longest waiting lists for child care services at military child
development centers--
``(A) the number of children on each waiting list;
``(B) the available total capacity for child care
services at each such military child development center,
disaggregated by infants, pre-toddlers, toddlers, and
pre-school children;
``(C) an accounting of the total unduplicated and
unmet need for child care within each metropolitan
region represented by a military installation described
in subparagraph (A); and
``(D) <<NOTE: Determination.>> the determination of
the Secretary of Defense whether insufficient staffing
or issues relating to maintenance contribute to the
length of such waiting lists; and
``(2) an accounting of the efforts of the Secretary of
Defense to mitigate child care shortages in order to shorten
waiting lists and address unmet needs for child care across the
Department of Defense.''.
SEC. 587. IMPROVEMENTS RELATING TO PORTABILITY OF PROFESSIONAL
LICENSES OF SERVICEMEMBERS AND THEIR
SPOUSES.
Section 705A of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (50 U.S.C.
4025a) is amended to read as follows:
[[Page 138 STAT. 1913]]
``SEC. 705A. PORTABILITY OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSES OF
SERVICEMEMBERS AND THEIR SPOUSES.
``(a) In General.--If a servicemember or the spouse of a
servicemember has a covered license and relocates residence because such
servicemember receives military orders for military service in a State
other than the State of the licensing authority that issued the covered
license, such covered license shall be considered valid for the scope of
practice in the State of the new residence if such servicemember or
spouse submits to the licensing authority of such State an application
described in subsection (c).
``(b) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Temporary Licenses.--If a licensing
authority is required to consider a covered license valid under
subsection (a) but cannot carry out such requirement during the 30 days
after receiving an application described in subsection (c), the
licensing authority may issue to the applicant a temporary license that
confers the same rights, privileges, and responsibilities as a permanent
license.
``(c) Application.--An application described in this subsection
includes the following:
``(1) Proof of military orders described in subsection (a).
``(2) <<NOTE: Records.>> If the applicant is the spouse of a
servicemember, a copy of the marriage certificate.
``(3) <<NOTE: Affidavit.>> A notarized affidavit affirming,
under the penalty of law, that--
``(A) the applicant is the person described and
identified in the application;
``(B) all statements made in the application are
true and correct and complete;
``(C) the applicant has read and understands the
requirements to receive a license, and the scope of
practice, of the State of the licensing authority;
``(D) <<NOTE: Certification. Compliance.>> the
applicant certifies that the applicant meets and shall
comply with requirements described in subparagraph (C);
and
``(E) the applicant is in good standing in all
States in which the applicant holds or has held a
license.
``(d) Background Checks.--A licensing authority that receives an
application described in subsection (b) may conduct a background check
of the applicant before carrying out subsection (a) or (b).
``(e) Interstate Compacts.--If a servicemember or spouse of a
servicemember has a covered license to operate in multiple States
pursuant to an interstate compact described in section 1784 of title 10,
United States Code--
``(1) the servicemember or spouse of a servicemember shall
be subject to the requirements of such compact or the applicable
provisions of law of the applicable State; and
``(2) this section shall not apply to such servicemember or
spouse of a servicemember.
``(f) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `covered license' means a professional
license that, with respect to a scope of practice--
``(A) is in good standing with the licensing
authority that issued such license;
``(B) has not been revoked or had discipline imposed
by any State;
``(C) does not have an investigation relating to
unprofessional conduct pending in any State relating to
it; and
[[Page 138 STAT. 1914]]
``(D) has not been voluntarily surrendered while
under investigation for unprofessional conduct in any
State.
``(2) The term `license' means any license, certificate, or
other evidence of qualification that an individual is required
to obtain before the individual may engage in, or represent
himself or herself to be a member of, a particular profession.
``(3) The term `licensing authority' means any State board,
commission, department, or agency that--
``(A) is established in the State for the primary
purpose of regulating the entry of persons into or the
conduct of persons within, a particular profession; and
``(B) is authorized to issue licenses.
``(4) The term `military orders' has the meaning given such
term in section 305.
``(5) The term `scope of practice' means the defined
parameters of various duties or services that may be provided by
an individual under a license.''.
SEC. 588. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1798 note.>> CHILD CARE SERVICES AND
YOUTH PROGRAM SERVICES FOR DEPENDENTS.
(a) In General.--Subject to the availability of appropriations, the
Secretary of Defense shall fully fund requests under section 1798 of
title 10, United States Code, for financial assistance to eligible
civilian providers of child care services or youth program services, as
such terms are used in such section.
(b) Rule of Construction.--This section shall not be construed to
limit the authority of the Secretary, under subsection (a) of such
section, to determine whether to provide such financial assistance to an
eligible provider for such services.
SEC. 589. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1791 note.>> CHILD CARE SERVICES AND
YOUTH PROGRAM SERVICES FOR DEPENDENTS:
PERIOD OF SERVICES FOR A MEMBER WITH A
SPOUSE SEEKING EMPLOYMENT.
(a) Period.--The Secretary of a military department may provide a
covered member with covered services for a period of at least 180 days.
(b) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be
construed to--
(1) entitle a covered member to covered services; or
(2) give priority to a covered member for purposes of a
determination regarding who shall receive covered services.
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered member'' means a member of the Armed
Forces--
(A) who has a dependent child; and
(B) whose spouse is seeking employment.
(2) The term ``covered services'' means child care services
or youth program services provided or paid for by the Secretary
of Defense under subchapter II of chapter 88 of title 10, United
States Code.
SEC. 589A. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1792 note.>> CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
STAFFING AND COMPENSATION MODEL.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense, in collaboration with the
Secretaries of the military departments, shall carry out a redesign of
the Department of Defense child development program compensation model
and modernization of the child development program staffing model.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1915]]
(b) Redesigned Compensation Model.--The Secretary of Defense, in
collaboration with the Secretaries of the military departments, shall--
(1) redesign child development program staff compensation
for non-entry level, mid-to-senior level classroom staff by
modernizing the duties and responsibilities captured in position
descriptions to more accurately reflect performance and
expectations of the positions;
(2) adjust compensation for higher-level program management
positions by modernizing the duties and responsibilities
captured in position descriptions to more accurately reflect
performance and expectations of the positions;
(3) direct the Department's personnel office to make
necessary adjustments to modernize the pay plan to accommodate
any compensation and wage increases driven by the updated
position descriptions for child development program staff; and
(4) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> begin implementation of the revised
position descriptions and accompanying compensation adjustments
no later than April 1, 2025, subject to the availability of
appropriations.
(c) Modernize Child Development Program Staffing Model.--The
Secretary of Defense, in collaboration with the Secretaries of the
military departments, shall--
(1) add key positions to facilitate classroom operations and
provide direct support to child development program staff;
(2) add key positions to coordinate support for the needs of
children with specials needs and provide direct support to the
child development program staff working with these children; and
(3) <<NOTE: Time period. Plan.>> develop and implement a 5-
year phased plan to ensure responsible funding execution,
successful implementation allowing for adjustments as necessary,
and long-term sustainable impact.
(d) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Briefings Required.--
(1) Initial baseline briefing.--
(A) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the
date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in
collaboration with the Secretaries of the military
departments, shall provide to the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives
an initial baseline briefing that describes progress,
accomplishments, and the impact of the redesign of the
Department of Defense child development program
compensation model and the modernization of the child
development program staffing model.
(B) Establishment of data baseline.--The briefing
required by subparagraph (A) shall be used to establish
a data baseline.
(2) Annual briefings.--
(A) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--Not later
than one year after providing the briefing required by
paragraph (1), and annually thereafter for four years,
the Secretary, in collaboration with the Secretaries of
the military departments, shall provide to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives a briefing on the progress made with
respect to the redesign of the Department of Defense
child development program compensation model
[[Page 138 STAT. 1916]]
and the modernization of the child development program
staffing model.
(B) Elements.--Each briefing required by
subparagraph (A) shall include the following:
(i) The percentage of child development
program staff that are also military spouses.
(ii) The turnover or retention rate of child
development program staff.
(iii) The utilization rate of child
development program child care spaces.
(iv) <<NOTE: Time period.>> The number of
child development program employees who were hired
during the year preceding the briefing.
(v) <<NOTE: Time period.>> The percentage of
such employees who resigned within their first six
months of employment.
(vi) Information on the ability to staff newly
constructed facilities.
(vii) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of
the impact of adding key positions to the child
development program staffing model under
paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (c).
SEC. 589B. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1781c note.>> INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND PILOT
PROGRAM.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Implementation plan.>> In General.--Not later
than March 1, 2026, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the
Secretaries of the military departments, shall submit to the Committees
on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a plan
for the implementation of a military families playground pilot program
(in this section referred to as the ``Inclusive Playground Pilot
Program'') to design, develop, and construct playgrounds that directly
support families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program
(hereinafter, ``EFMP'') to increase the accessibility and inclusivity of
access to playgrounds on military installations selected under
subsection (c).
(b) <<NOTE: Lists.>> Elements.--The plan under subsection (a) shall
include the following elements:
(1) <<NOTE: Definition.>> A definition of the term
``inclusive playground''.
(2) A list of existing inclusive playgrounds on military
installations.
(3) A list of military installations selected by the
Secretary of Defense under subsection (c).
(4) An explanation of how the Secretary of Defense selected
such locations, including--
(A) the numbers of military families enrolled in the
EFMP at each such military installation; and
(B) the minimum number of such military families
that justifies the construction of an inclusive
playground on such military installation.
(5) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> The estimated costs to design,
develop, and construct an inclusive playground (or upgrade an
existing playground to meet such definition) on the military
installations selected under subsection (c), including--
(A) an explanation of how the Secretary determined
whether to construct a new inclusive playground or to
upgrade an existing playground;
(B) the overall sustainment costs for an inclusive
playground, and
[[Page 138 STAT. 1917]]
(C) they type of funding required for such design,
development, and construction.
(6) A list of additional authorities, appropriations, or
other support the Secretary determines necessary to ensure the
success of the Inclusive Playground Pilot Program.
(c) Locations.--In selecting military installations on which to
implement the Inclusive Playground Pilot Program, the Secretary of
Defense shall--
(1) select one military installation--
(A) of each military department; and
(B) that the Secretary determines has a large number
of military families enrolled in the EFMP that would use
an inclusive playground;
(2) take into consideration any existing inclusive
playground of the Department of Defense.
(d) Limitation.--The Secretary of Defense may not implement the
Inclusive Playground Pilot Program until--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> 180 days after the date on which
the Secretary submits the plan under subsection (a); and
(2) funds are obligated for the design, development, and
construction of inclusive playgrounds under the Inclusive
Playground Pilot Program as minor military construction
projects.
Subtitle J--Dependent Education
SEC. 591. ADVISORY COMMITTEES FOR DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE DOMESTIC
DEPENDENTS SCHOOLS.
Section 2164(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read
as follows:
``(d) <<NOTE: Establishment.>> School Advisory Committees.--(1) The
Secretary of Defense, acting through the Director of the Department of
Defense Education Activity, shall provide for the establishment of an
advisory committee for each Department of Defense elementary or
secondary school established at a military installation under this
section.
``(2) An advisory committee established under paragraph (1) for a
school at a military installation--
``(A) shall advise the principal or superintendent of the
school with respect to the operation of the school;
``(B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> may make recommendations
with respect to curriculum and budget matters; and
``(C) except in the case of an advisory committee for a
school on a military installation described in paragraph (4),
shall advise the commander of the military installation with
respect to problems concerning the education of dependents
within the jurisdiction of the commander.
``(3)(A) The membership of each advisory committee established for a
school described in paragraph (1)--
``(i) shall include an equal number of parents of students
enrolled in the school and of employees working at the school;
and
``(ii) when appropriate, may include a student enrolled in
the school.
``(B) In addition to the members described in subparagraph (A), the
membership of each advisory committee shall include one nonvoting member
designated by the organization recognized as
[[Page 138 STAT. 1918]]
the exclusive bargaining representative of the employees working at the
school.
``(4) <<NOTE: Establishment.>> In the case of a military
installation where there is more than one school in the Department of
Defense elementary and secondary school system, the Secretary, acting
through the Director, shall provide for the establishment of an advisory
committee for the military installation to advise the commander of the
military installation with respect to the education of dependents.
``(5)(A) Except in the case of a nonvoting member designated under
paragraph (3)(B), members of an advisory committee established under
this subsection shall be elected by individuals of voting age residing
in the area to be served by the advisory committee.
``(B) <<NOTE: Regulations. Procedures.>> The Secretary, acting
through the Director, shall by regulation prescribe the qualifications
for election to an advisory committee established under this subsection
and procedures for conducting elections of members to such an advisory
committee.
``(6) Members of an advisory committee established under this
subsection shall serve without pay.''.
SEC. 592. ELIGIBILITY OF DEPENDENTS OF CERTAIN DECEASED MEMBERS OF
THE ARMED FORCES FOR ENROLLMENT IN
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE DOMESTIC DEPENDENT
ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS.
Section 2164(j) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1), in the first sentence, by striking
``an individual described in paragraph (2)'' and inserting ``a
member of a foreign armed force residing on a military
installation in the United States (including territories,
commonwealths, and possessions of the United States)''; and
(2) by amending paragraph (2) to read as follows:
``(2)(A) The Secretary may authorize the enrollment in a Department
of Defense education program provided by the Secretary pursuant to
subsection (a) of a dependent not otherwise eligible for such enrollment
who is the dependent of a member of the armed forces who died in--
``(i) an international terrorist attack against the United
States or a foreign country friendly to the United States, as
determined by the Secretary;
``(ii) military operations while serving outside the United
States (including the commonwealths, territories, and
possessions of the United States) as part of a peacekeeping
force; or
``(iii) the line of duty in a combat-related operation, as
designated by the Secretary.
``(B)(i) Except as provided by clause (ii), enrollment of a
dependent described in subparagraph (A) in a Department of Defense
education program provided pursuant to subsection (a) shall be on a
tuition-free, space available basis.
``(ii) In the case of a dependent described in subparagraph (A)
residing on a military installation in the United States (including
territories, commonwealths, and possessions of the United States), the
Secretary may authorize enrollment of the dependent in a Department of
Defense education program provided pursuant to subsection (a) on a
tuition-free, space required basis.''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1919]]
SEC. 593. EXPANSION OF ELIGIBILITY FOR VIRTUAL PROGRAMS OPERATED
BY DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION
ACTIVITY.
Section 2164(l) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1)--
(A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``; and'' and
inserting ``; or''; and
(B) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the
following new subparagraph (B):
``(B) is a home-schooled student.''; and
(2) by striking paragraphs (2) and (3) and inserting the
following new paragraph (2):
``(2) <<NOTE: Definition.>> In this subsection, the term `home-
schooled student' means a student in a grade equivalent to kindergarten
or any of grades 1 through 12 who receives educational instruction at
home or by other nontraditional means outside of a public or private
school system, either all or most of the time.''.
SEC. 594. AUTHORIZATION FOR SCHOOL MEAL PROGRAMS AT DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE DEPENDENT SCHOOLS.
(a) Department of Defense Domestic Dependent Schools.--Section 2164
of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the
following new subsection:
``(m) Meal Programs.--(1) The Secretary of Defense may administer a
meal program, consistent with Federal law and standards prescribed by
the Secretary of Agriculture for that meal program, for students
enrolled in a school established under this section.
``(2) <<NOTE: Definition.>> In this subsection, the term `meal
program' means a program established under the Child Nutrition Act of
1966 (42 U.S.C. 1771 et seq.) or the Richard B. Russell National School
Lunch Act (42 U.S.C. 1751 et seq.).''.
(b) Department of Defense Overseas Dependent Schools.--Section 1402
of the Defense Dependents' Education Act of 1978 (20 U.S.C. 921) is
amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(e) Meal Programs.--In addition to carrying out the requirement
under section 20 of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act (42
U.S.C. 1769b) to administer lunch programs in certain dependents'
schools, the Secretary of Defense may administer a school breakfast
program for students attending a school of the defense dependents'
education system.''.
SEC. 595. ELIGIBILITY OF CERTAIN DEPENDENTS FOR ENROLLMENT IN
DOMESTIC DEPENDENT ELEMENTARY AND
SECONDARY SCHOOLS.
(a) In General.--Chapter 108 of title 10, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
2161.>> United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 2164a
the following new section:
``Sec. 2164b. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 2164b.>> Eligibility of
certain dependents for enrollment in domestic
dependent elementary and secondary schools
``(a) Program Authorized.--Beginning not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2025, the Secretary of Defense shall carry out a program
under which a dependent of a full-time, active-
[[Page 138 STAT. 1920]]
duty member of the armed forces may enroll in a covered DODEA school at
the military installation to which the member is assigned, on a space-
available basis as described in subsection (b), without regard to
whether the member resides on the installation as described in section
2164(a)(1) of this title.
``(b) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Enrollment on Space-available
Basis.--A student participating in the program under subsection (a) may
be enrolled in a covered DODEA school only if the school has the
capacity to accept the student, as determined by the Director of the
Department of Defense Education Activity.
``(c) Locations.--The Secretary shall select military installations
for participation in the program under subsection (a) based on--
``(1) the readiness needs of the Secretary of the military
department concerned; and
``(2) the capacity of the covered DODEA schools located at
the installation to accept additional students, as determined by
the Director.
``(d) Briefings Required.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> In general.--Not later than
April 1, 2025, and annually thereafter for four years, the
Secretary shall brief the Committees on Armed Services of the
Senate and House of Representatives on the program under
subsection (a).
``(2) Elements.--Each briefing required by paragraph (1)
shall include the following:
``(A) An identification of the military
installations participating in the program under
subsection (a).
``(B) The number of students enrolled in covered
DODEA schools under the program.
``(e) Notifications of Participating Installations.--Not later than
90 days before officially announcing the participation of a new military
installation in the program under subsection (a), the Secretary shall
notify the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives with respect to the participation of the installation.
``(f) Covered DODEA School Defined.--In this section, the term
`covered DODEA school' means a domestic dependent elementary or
secondary school operated by the Department of Defense Education
Activity that--
``(1) was established on or before the date of the enactment
of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025;
and
``(2) is located in the continental United States.''.
(b) Conforming Repeal.--Section 589C of the William M. (Mac)
Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021
(Public Law 116-283; 10 U.S.C. 2164 note) is repealed.
SEC. 596. STAFFING OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION ACTIVITY
SCHOOLS TO MAINTAIN MAXIMUM STUDENT-TO-
TEACHER RATIOS.
Section 589B(c) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat.
3659) is amended by striking ``2023-2024 academic year'' and inserting
``2029-2030 academic year''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1921]]
SEC. 597. ENROLLMENT IN DEFENSE DEPENDENTS' EDUCATION SYSTEM OF
CHILDREN OF FOREIGN MILITARY MEMBERS
ASSIGNED TO UNITED NATIONS COMMAND.
Section 1404A of the Defense Dependents' Education Act of 1978 (20
U.S.C. 923a) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)(2)--
(A) by striking ``a foreign military member'' and
all that follows through ``Supreme'' and inserting the
following: ``foreign military members assigned to--
``(A) the Supreme'';
(B) by striking the period at the end and inserting
``; or''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraph:
``(B) the United Nations Command, but only in a
school of the defense dependents' education system in
South Korea or Japan.''; and
(2) in subsection (c)--
(A) in the subsection heading, by striking
``Assigned'' and all that follows through ``Europe'';
(B) in paragraph (1)--
(i) in the first sentence, by striking ``in
Mons'' and all that follows through ``subsection
(a)'' and inserting ``described in paragraph (2)
of subsection (a) to determine the number of
children described in that paragraph''; and
(ii) in the second sentence, by striking ``the
commander'' and all that follows through
``Belgium'' and inserting ``the commanders of the
geographic combatant commands with jurisdiction
over the locations described in paragraph (2) of
subsection (a)''; and
(C) in paragraph (2), by striking ``in Mons,
Belgium,''.
SEC. 598. CERTAIN ASSISTANCE TO LOCAL EDUCATIONAL AGENCIES THAT
BENEFIT DEPENDENTS OF MILITARY AND
CIVILIAN PERSONNEL.
(a) Continuation of Authority to Assist Local Educational Agencies
That Benefit Dependents of Members of the Armed Forces and Department of
Defense Civilian Employees.--
(1) Assistance to schools with significant numbers of
military dependent students.--Of the amount authorized to be
appropriated for fiscal year 2025 by section 301 and available
for operation and maintenance for Defense-wide activities as
specified in the funding table in section 4301, $50,000,000
shall be available only for the purpose of providing assistance
to local educational agencies under subsection (a) of section
572 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2006 (Public Law 109-163; 20 U.S.C. 7703b).
(2) Local educational agency defined.--In this subsection,
the term ``local educational agency'' has the meaning given that
term in section 7013(9) of the Elementary and Secondary
Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7713(9)).
(b) <<NOTE: Payments.>> Impact Aid for Children With Severe
Disabilities.--
(1) In general.--Of the amount authorized to be appropriated
for fiscal year 2025 pursuant to section 301 and available for
operation and maintenance for Defense-wide activities
[[Page 138 STAT. 1922]]
as specified in the funding table in section 4301, $10,000,000
shall be available for payments under section 363 of the Floyd
D. Spence National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2001 (as enacted into law by Public Law 106-398; 114 Stat.
1654A-77; 20 U.S.C. 7703a).
(2) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Additional amount.--Of the
amount authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025
pursuant to section 301 and available for operation and
maintenance for Defense-wide activities as specified in the
funding table in section 4301, $10,000,000 shall be available
for use by the Secretary of Defense to make payments to local
educational agencies determined by the Secretary to have higher
concentrations of military children with severe disabilities.
(3) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing.--Not later than March 31,
2025, the Secretary of Defense shall provide to the Committees
on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives
a briefing on the Department of Defense's evaluation of each
local educational agency with higher concentrations of military
children with severe disabilities and subsequent determination
of the amounts of impact aid each such agency shall receive.
SEC. 599. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2164 note.>> TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
TEACHERS IN 21ST CENTURY SCHOOLS OF THE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION ACTIVITY.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense, acting through the
Director of the Department of Defense Education Activity, shall require
each teacher in a 21st century school to undergo training in accordance
with this section.
(b) Content.--The training required under subsection (a) shall
consist of specialized instruction to provide teachers with the skills
necessary to effectively teach in a 21st century school environment,
including instruction in--
(1) understanding and using the physical space of a 21st
century school classroom;
(2) building the relationships necessary to succeed,
including relationships with students and other teachers;
(3) the curriculum and level of academic rigor necessary to
increase student learning;
(4) other skills necessary to support the academic
achievement and social and emotional well being of students; and
(5) such other topics as the Secretary and the Director
determine appropriate.
(c) Frequency.--The training required under subsection (a) shall be
provided as follows:
(1) In the case of a teacher who has been assigned to a 21st
century school, but has not commenced teaching in such school,
the training shall be provided before the teacher commences
teaching in such school.
(2) In the case of a teacher who previously taught in a 21st
century school, but subsequently taught in a school that is not
a 21st century school for one or more school years, such
training shall be provided before the teacher resumes teaching
in a 21st Century School.
(3) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In the case of a teacher who is
teaching in a 21st century school as of the date of the
enactment of this Act, such training shall be provided not later
than 180 days after such date of enactment.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1923]]
(4) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In the case of a teacher who
teaches in a 21st century school on an ongoing basis, and who
previously received training under this subsection, such
training shall be provided not less frequently than once every
three years.
(d) 21st Century School Defined.--In this section, the term ``21st
century school'' means a school facility operated by the Department of
Defense Education Activity that has been constructed or modernized
pursuant to the 21st Century Schools Program of the Activity.
SEC. 599A. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2164 note.>> OVERSEAS TRANSFER PROGRAM
FOR EDUCATORS IN SCHOOLS OPERATED BY THE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION
ACTIVITY.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Policy.>> In General.--Not later than December
31, 2025, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Director of
the Department of Defense Education Activity, shall develop and
implement a policy pursuant to which a teacher at an overseas DODEA
school may transfer to a position at another overseas DODEA school,
subject to such terms, conditions, and other requirements as the
Secretary determines appropriate.
(b) Overseas DODEA School Defined.--In this section, the term
``overseas DODEA school'' means a school that is--
(1) operated by the Department of Defense Education
Activity; and
(2) located outside the United States.
SEC. 599B. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2164a note.>> PARENTAL RIGHT TO NOTICE
OF STUDENT NONPROFICIENCY IN READING OR
LANGUAGE ARTS.
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that each elementary school
operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity notifies the
parents of any student enrolled in such school when the student does not
score as grade-level proficient in reading or language arts at the end
of the third grade based on the reading or language arts assessments
administered under section 1111(b)(2)(B)(v)(I)(aa) of the Elementary and
Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6311(b)(2)(B)(v)(I)(aa)) or
another assessment administered to all third grade students by such
school.
TITLE VI--COMPENSATION AND OTHER PERSONNEL BENEFITS
Subtitle A--Basic Pay, Retired Pay, and Leave
Sec. 601. Reform of basic pay rates.
Sec. 602. Policy on postpartum physical fitness tests and body
composition assessments.
Sec. 603. Extension of parental leave to members of the Coast Guard
Reserve.
Sec. 604. Elimination of cap on additional retired pay for extraordinary
heroism for members of the Army and Air Force who served
during the Vietnam Era.
Sec. 605. Calculation of retired pay for certain officers who served in
grade O-9 or O-10 and retired in grade O-8.
Subtitle B--Bonus and Incentive Pays
Sec. 611. One-year extension of certain expiring bonus and special pay
authorities.
Sec. 612. Increase in accession bonus for health professions scholarship
and financial assistance program.
Sec. 613. Increase in maximum skill proficiency bonus amount.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1924]]
Subtitle C--Allowances
Sec. 621. Basic needs allowance for members on active service in the
Armed Forces: expansion of eligibility; increase of amount.
Sec. 622. Authority to pay basic allowance for housing to junior
enlisted members on sea duty.
Sec. 623. Reimbursement of expenses relating to travel for inactive-
duty training and muster duty.
Sec. 624. Expansion of travel and transportation allowance to move or
store privately owned vehicles.
Sec. 625. Extension of authority to pay one-time uniform allowance for
officers who transfer to the Space Force.
Sec. 626. Travel and transportation allowances: prohibition of
requirement of zero-emission vehicle.
Sec. 627. Evaluation of the rates of the basic allowance for
subsistence.
Sec. 628. Report regarding the calculation of cost-of-living allowances.
Subtitle D--Family and Survivor Benefits
Sec. 631. Expansion of eligibility for certain benefits that arise from
the death of a member of the Armed Forces.
Sec. 632. Extension of time for minor survivors to file death gratuity
claims.
Sec. 633. Parent fees at military child development centers for child
care employees.
Sec. 634. Information regarding paternal engagement on website of
Military OneSource.
Subtitle E--Defense Resale Matters
Sec. 641. Prohibition on sale of garlic from the People's Republic of
China at commissary stores.
Sec. 642. Sale of certain supplies of the Navy and Marine Corps to
certain former members of the Coast Guard.
Subtitle F--Other Benefits, Reports, and Briefings
Sec. 651. Access to broadband internet access service for certain
members of the Armed Forces.
Sec. 652. Extension of exclusion of certain employees from Government
lodging program.
Sec. 653. Promotion of tax preparation assistance programs.
Sec. 654. Pilot program to increase access to food on military
installations of the Army.
Subtitle A--Basic Pay, Retired Pay, and Leave
SEC. 601. <<NOTE: Effective date. 37 USC 203 note.>> REFORM OF
BASIC PAY RATES.
Effective April 1, 2025, the rates of monthly basic pay for members
of the uniformed services within each pay grade (and with years of
service as computed under section 205 of title 37, United States Code)
are as follows:
[[Page 138 STAT. 1925]]
Commissioned Officers
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Pay Grade....................... 2 Years or Over 2 Years Over 3 Years Over 4 Years Over 6 Years
Less
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-8............................. $13,380.00 $13,818.90 $14,109.30 $14,190.30 $14,553.60
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-7............................. 11,117.70 11,634.00 11,873.10 12,063.60 12,407.10
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-6............................. 8,430.90 9,261.90 9,870.00 9,870.00 9,907.80
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-5............................. 7,028.40 7,917.30 8,465.40 8,568.60 8,910.90
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-4............................. 6,064.20 7,019.70 7,488.90 7,592.40 8,027.10
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-3............................. 5,331.60 6,044.10 6,522.60 7,112.40 7,453.80
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-2............................. 4,606.80 5,246.70 6,042.90 6,247.20 6,375.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-1............................. 3,998.40 4,161.90 5,031.30 5,031.30 5,031.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Over 8 Years Over 10 Years Over 12 Years Over 14 Years Over 16 Years
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-8............................. $15,159.30 $15,300.60 $15,876.30 $16,042.20 $16,538.10
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-7............................. 12,747.30 13,140.00 13,531.50 13,925.10 15,159.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-6............................. 10,332.30 10,388.70 10,388.70 10,979.10 12,022.80
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-5............................. 9,114.90 9,564.90 9,895.80 10,322.70 10,974.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-4............................. 8,493.60 9,075.00 9,526.20 9,840.60 10,020.90
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
[[Page 138 STAT. 1926]]
O-3............................. 7,827.90 8,069.10 8,466.60 8,674.50 8,674.50
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-2............................. 6,375.30 6,375.30 6,375.30 6,375.30 6,375.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-1............................. 5,031.30 5,031.30 5,031.30 5,031.30 5,031.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Over 18 Years Over 20 Years Over 22 Years Over 24 Years Over 26 Years
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-10............................ $0.00 $18,808.20 $18,808.20 $18,808.20 $18,808.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-9............................. 0.00 18,808.20 18,808.20 18,808.20 18,808.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-8............................. 17,256.00 17,917.20 18,359.10 18,359.10 18,359.10
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-7............................. 16,202.10 16,202.10 16,202.10 16,202.10 16,285.50
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-6............................. 12,635.40 13,247.70 13,596.30 13,949.10 14,632.80
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-5............................. 11,285.10 11,592.30 11,940.90 11,940.90 11,940.90
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-4............................. 10,125.00 10,125.00 10,125.00 10,125.00 10,125.00
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-3............................. 8,674.50 8,674.50 8,674.50 8,674.50 8,674.50
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-2............................. 6,375.30 6,375.30 6,375.30 6,375.30 6,375.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-1............................. 5,031.30 5,031.30 5,031.30 5,031.30 5,031.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Over 28 Years Over 30 Years Over 32 Years Over 34 Years Over 36 Years
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
[[Page 138 STAT. 1927]]
O-10............................ $18,808.20 $18,808.20 $18,808.20 $18,808.20 $18,808.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-9............................. 18,808.20 18,808.20 18,808.20 18,808.20 18,808.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-8............................. 18,359.10 18,808.20 18,808.20 18,808.20 18,808.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-7............................. 16,285.50 16,611.00 16,611.00 16,611.00 16,611.00
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-6............................. 14,632.80 14,925.00 14,925.00 14,925.00 14,925.00
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-5............................. 11,940.90 11,940.90 11,940.90 11,940.90 11,940.90
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-4............................. 10,125.00 10,125.00 10,125.00 10,125.00 10,125.00
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-3............................. 8,674.50 8,674.50 8,674.50 8,674.50 8,674.50
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-2............................. 6,375.30 6,375.30 6,375.30 6,375.30 6,375.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-1............................. 5,031.30 5,031.30 5,031.30 5,031.30 5,031.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Over 38 Years Over 40 Years .............. .............. ..............
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-10............................ $18,808.20 $18,808.20 .............. .............. ..............
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-9............................. 18,808.20 18,808.20 .............. .............. ..............
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-8............................. 18,808.20 18,808.20 .............. .............. ..............
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-7............................. 16,611.00 16,611.00 .............. .............. ..............
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-6............................. 14,925.00 14,925.00 .............. .............. ..............
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[[Page 138 STAT. 1928]]
O-5............................. 11,940.90 11,940.90 .............. .............. ..............
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O-4............................. 10,125.00 10,125.00 .............. .............. ..............
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-3............................. 8,674.50 8,674.50 .............. .............. ..............
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-2............................. 6,375.30 6,375.30 .............. .............. ..............
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O--1............................ 5,031.30 5,031.30 .............. .............. ..............
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1 Basic pay for officers in pay grades O-7 through O-10 may not exceed the rate of pay for level II of
thePExecutive Schedule. This includes officers serving as Chairman or Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs
ofPStaff, Chief of Staff of the Army, Chief of Naval Operations, Chief of Staff of the Air Force,
CommandantPof the Marine Corps, Chief of Space Operations, Commandant of the Coast Guard, Chief of the
NationalPGuard Bureau, or commander of a unified or specified combatant command (as defined in section 161(c)
ofPtitle 10, United States Code).
2 Basic pay for officers in pay grades O-6 and below may not exceed the rate of pay for level V of thePExecutive
Schedule.
3 This table does not apply to commissioned officers in pay grade O-1, O-2, or O-3 who have been cred-Pited with
over 4 years of active-duty service as an enlisted member or warrant officer.
Commissioned Officers With Over 4 Years of Active Duty Service as an Enlisted Member or Warrant Officer
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Pay Grade....................... 2 Years or Over 2 Years Over 3 Years Over 4 Years Over 6 Years
Less
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<<NOTE: 90909096 Applicability.>>
Applicabili
ty.
Commissioned Officers With Over 4 Years of Active Duty Service as an Enlisted Member or Warrant Officer--
Continued
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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O-3E............................ $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,112.40 $7,453.80
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-2E............................ 0.00 0.00 0.00 6,247.20 6,375.30
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O-1E............................ 0.00 0.00 0.00 5,031.30 5,372.40
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Over 8 Years Over 10 Years Over 12 Years Over 14 Years Over 16 Years
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
[[Page 138 STAT. 1929]]
O-3E............................ $7,827.90 $8,069.10 $8,466.60 $8,802.60 $8,995.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-2E............................ 6,578.10 6,920.70 7,185.90 7,383.00 7,383.00
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-1E............................ 5,571.30 5,774.40 5,973.60 6,247.20 6,247.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Over 18 Years Over 20 Years Over 22 Years Over 24 Years Over 26 Years
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-3E............................ $9,257.70 $9,257.70 $9,257.70 $9,257.70 $9,257.70
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-2E............................ 7,383.00 7,383.00 7,383.00 7,383.00 7,383.00
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-1E............................ 6,247.20 6,247.20 6,247.20 6,247.20 6,247.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Over 28 Years Over 30 Years Over 32 Years Over 34 Years Over 36 Years
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-3E............................ $9,257.70 $9,257.70 $9,257.70 $9,257.70 $9,257.70
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-2E............................ 7,383.00 7,383.00 7,383.00 7,383.00 7,383.00
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-1E............................ 6,247.20 6,247.20 6,247.20 6,247.20 6,247.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Over 38 Years Over 40 Years .............. .............. ..............
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-3E............................ $9,257.70 $9,257.70 .............. .............. ..............
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
O-2E............................ 7,383.00 7,383.00 .............. .............. ..............
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O-1E............................ 6,247.20 6,247.20 .............. .............. ..............
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1 This table applies to commissioned officers in the Reserve Component with more than 1,460 points asPan
enlisted member, a warrant officer, or a warrant officer and an enlisted member, which are creditablePtoward
reserve retirement.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1930]]
Warrant Officers
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Pay Grade....................... 2 Years or Over 2 Years Over 3 Years Over 4 Years Over 6 Years
Less
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-4............................. $5,510.40 $5,926.80 $6,096.90 $6,264.30 $6,552.90
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-3............................. 5,032.20 5,241.30 5,457.00 5,526.90 5,752.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-2............................. 4,452.60 4,873.80 5,003.10 5,092.50 5,380.80
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-1............................. 3,908.10 4,329.30 4,442.10 4,681.20 4,963.50
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Over 8 Years Over 10 Years Over 12 Years Over 14 Years Over 16 Years
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-4............................. $6,838.20 $7,127.10 $7,560.90 $7,941.90 $8,304.30
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-3............................. 6,195.60 6,657.60 6,875.10 7,126.80 7,385.40
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-2............................. 5,829.60 6,052.50 6,271.20 6,539.10 6,748.50
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-1............................. 5,379.90 5,574.30 5,847.00 6,114.30 6,324.60
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Over 18 Years Over 20 Years Over 22 Years Over 24 Years Over 26 Years
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-5............................. $0.00 $9,797.40 $10,294.50 $10,665.00 $11,074.20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-4............................. 8,601.60 8,891.10 9,315.60 9,664.80 10,062.90
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-3............................. 7,851.90 8,166.30 8,354.40 8,554.50 8,827.20
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W-2............................. 6,937.80 7,164.60 7,313.70 7,431.90 7,431.90
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-1............................. 6,518.40 6,753.60 6,753.60 6,753.60 6,753.60
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Over 28 Years Over 30 Years Over 32 Years Over 34 Years Over 36 Years
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-5............................. $11,074.20 $11,628.90 $11,628.90 $12,209.40 $12,209.40
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-4............................. 10,062.90 10,263.60 10,263.60 10,263.60 10,263.60
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
W-3............................. 8,827.20 8,827.20 8,827.20 8,827.20 8,827.20
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W-2............................. 7,431.90 7,431.90 7,431.90 7,431.90 7,431.90
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W-1............................. 6,753.60 6,753.60 6,753.60 6,753.60 6,753.60
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Over 38 Years Over 40 Years .............. .............. ..............
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W-5............................. $12,821.10 $12,821.10 .............. .............. ..............
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W-4............................. 10,263.60 10,263.60 .............. .............. ..............
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W-3............................. 8,827.20 8,827.20 .............. .............. ..............
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W-2............................. 7,431.90 7,431.90 .............. .............. ..............
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W-1............................. 6,753.60 6,753.60 .............. .............. ..............
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1 Basic pay for warrant officers may not exceed the rate of pay for level V of the Executive Schedule.
Enlisted Members
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Pay Grade....................... 2 Years or Over 2 Years Over 3 Years Over 4 Years Over 6 Years
Less
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E-7............................. $3,788.10 $4,134.30 $4,293.00 $4,502.10 $4,666.50
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E-6............................. 3,276.60 3,606.00 3,765.00 3,919.80 4,080.60
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E-5............................. 3,220.50 3,466.50 3,637.50 3,802.20 3,959.40
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E-4............................. 3,027.30 3,182.10 3,354.90 3,524.70 3,675.60
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E-3............................. 2,733.00 2,904.60 3,081.00 3,081.00 3,081.00
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E-2............................. 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20
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E-1............................. 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00
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Over 8 Years Over 10 Years Over 12 Years Over 14 Years Over 16 Years
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E-9............................. $0.00 $6,657.30 $6,807.90 $6,997.80 $7,221.60
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E-8............................. 5,449.50 5,690.70 5,839.80 6,018.60 6,212.10
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E-7............................. 4,947.60 5,106.30 5,387.10 5,621.40 5,781.30
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E-6............................. 4,443.90 4,585.20 4,858.80 4,942.50 5,003.40
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E-5............................. 4,142.40 4,234.50 4,259.70 4,259.70 4,259.70
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E-4............................. 3,675.60 3,675.60 3,675.60 3,675.60 3,675.60
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E-3............................. 3,081.00 3,081.00 3,081.00 3,081.00 3,081.00
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E-2............................. 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20
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E-1............................. 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00
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Over 18 Years Over 20 Years Over 22 Years Over 24 Years Over 26 Years
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E-9............................. $7,447.80 $7,808.40 $8,114.70 $8,436.00 $8,928.60
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E-8............................. 6,561.90 6,739.20 7,040.70 7,207.80 7,619.40
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E-7............................. 5,951.10 6,017.10 6,238.20 6,356.70 6,808.80
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E-6............................. 5,074.80 5,074.80 5,074.80 5,074.80 5,074.80
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E-5............................. 4,259.70 4,259.70 4,259.70 4,259.70 4,259.70
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E-4............................. 3,675.60 3,675.60 3,675.60 3,675.60 3,675.60
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E-3............................. 3,081.00 3,081.00 3,081.00 3,081.00 3,081.00
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E-2............................. 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20
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E-1............................. 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00
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Over 28 Years Over 30 Years Over 32 Years Over 34 Years Over 36 Years
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E-9............................. $8,928.60 $9,374.10 $9,374.10 $9,843.30 $9,843.30
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E-8............................. 7,619.40 7,772.10 7,772.10 7,772.10 7,772.10
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E-7............................. 6,808.80 6,808.80 6,808.80 6,808.80 6,808.80
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E-6............................. 5,074.80 5,074.80 5,074.80 5,074.80 5,074.80
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E-5............................. 4,259.70 4,259.70 4,259.70 4,259.70 4,259.70
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E-4............................. 3,675.60 3,675.60 3,675.60 3,675.60 3,675.60
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E-3............................. 3,081.00 3,081.00 3,081.00 3,081.00 3,081.00
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E-2............................. 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20 2,599.20
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E-1............................. 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00 2,319.00
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Over 38 Years Over 40 Years .............. .............. ..............
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E-9............................. $10,336.50 $10,336.50 .............. .............. ..............
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E-8............................. 7,772.10 7,772.10 .............. .............. ..............
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E-7............................. 6,808.80 6,808.80 .............. .............. ..............
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E-6............................. 5,074.80 5,074.80 .............. .............. ..............
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E-5............................. 4,259.70 4,259.70 .............. .............. ..............
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E-4............................. 3,675.60 3,675.60 .............. .............. ..............
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E-3............................. 3,081.00 3,081.00 .............. .............. ..............
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E-2............................. 2,599.20 2,599.20 .............. .............. ..............
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E-1............................. 2,319.00 2,319.00 .............. .............. ..............
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1 Basic pay for enlisted members may not exceed the rate of pay for level V of the Executive Schedule.
2 Subject to the preceding footnote, the rate of basic pay for noncommissioned officers serving as Ser-Pgeant
Major of the Army, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy or Coast Guard, Chief Master SergeantPof the Air
Force, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force, SeniorP Enlisted Advisor
to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, or Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief ofPthe National Guard
Bureau, basic pay for this grade is $10,758.00 per month, regardless of cumulativePyears of service under
section 205 of title 37, United States Code.
3 In the case of members in pay grade E-1 who have served fewer than 4 months on active duty, thePrate of basic
pay is $2,144.10.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1936]]
SEC. 602. POLICY ON POSTPARTUM PHYSICAL FITNESS TESTS AND BODY
COMPOSITION ASSESSMENTS.
Section 701(k) of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in the
matter preceding paragraph (1),
(1) by striking ``gives birth while on active duty'' and
inserting ``, while on active duty, gives birth, loses a
pregnancy, or has a stillbirth,''; and
(2) by striking ``such birth'' and inserting ``such birth,
loss of pregnancy, or stillbirth''.
SEC. 603. EXTENSION OF PARENTAL LEAVE TO MEMBERS OF THE COAST
GUARD RESERVE.
(a) Extension.--Section 711 of chapter 40 of title 10, United States
Code, is amended, in subsection (b), in the matter preceding paragraph
(1), by striking ``is a member of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air
Force, or Space Force who''.
(b) Technical Corrections.--Such section--
(1) is further amended, in subsection (a)(2)--
(A) by striking ``subparagraph (A)'' each place it
appears and inserting ``paragraph (1)''; and
(B) in subparagraph (B)--
(i) by striking ``clause (i)'' and inserting
``subparagraph (A)''; and
(ii) by striking ``.;'' and inserting a
period; and
(2) is redesignated as section 710a <<NOTE: 10 USC
710a, prec. 701.>> of such chapter of such title.
(c) <<NOTE: 10 USC 711 note.>> Effective Date.--The amendments made
by this section shall take effect on October 1, 2025.
SEC. 604. ELIMINATION OF CAP ON ADDITIONAL RETIRED PAY FOR
EXTRAORDINARY HEROISM FOR MEMBERS OF THE
ARMY AND AIR FORCE WHO SERVED DURING THE
VIETNAM ERA.
Title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in section 1402(f)(2), by striking ``The amount'' and
inserting ``Except in the case of a member who served during the
Vietnam Era (as that term is defined in section 12731 of this
title), the amount'';
(2) in section 7361(a)(2), by inserting ``(except in the
case of a member who served during the Vietnam Era, as that term
is defined in section 12731 of this title)'' after ``based'';
and
(3) in section 9361(a)(2), by inserting ``(except in the
case of a member who served during the Vietnam Era, as that term
is defined in section 12731 of this title)'' after ``based''.
SEC. 605. CALCULATION OF RETIRED PAY FOR CERTAIN OFFICERS WHO
SERVED IN GRADE O-9 OR O-10 AND RETIRED IN
GRADE O-8.
Section 1407(f) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(4) Special rule for officers who served in grade o-9 or
o-10 and retired in grade o-8.--In the case of an officer who
served in the temporary grade of O-9 or O-10 and received a
conditional or final retirement in the permanent grade of O-8
pursuant to section 1370 or 1370a of this title, the retired pay
base or retainer pay shall be the lower of--
``(A) the amount determined under subsection (c) or
(d), as applicable; or
[[Page 138 STAT. 1937]]
``(B) the amount determined under section 1406 of
this title, as if the officer first became a member of a
uniformed service before September 8, 1980.''.
Subtitle B--Bonus and Incentive Pays
SEC. 611. ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF CERTAIN EXPIRING BONUS AND SPECIAL
PAY AUTHORITIES.
(a) Authorities Relating to Reserve Forces.--Section 910(g) of title
37, United States Code, relating to income replacement payments for
reserve component members experiencing extended and frequent
mobilization for active duty service, is amended by striking ``December
31, 2024'' and inserting ``December 31, 2025''.
(b) Title 10 Authorities Relating to Health Care Professionals.--The
following sections of title 10, United States Code, are amended by
striking ``December 31, 2024'' and inserting ``December 31, 2025'':
(1) Section 2130a(a)(1), relating to nurse officer candidate
accession program.
(2) Section 16302(d), relating to repayment of education
loans for certain health professionals who serve in the Selected
Reserve.
(c) Authorities Relating to Nuclear Officers.--Section 333(i) of
title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking ``December 31,
2024'' and inserting ``December 31, 2025''.
(d) Authorities Relating to Title 37 Consolidated Special Pay,
Incentive Pay, and Bonus Authorities.--The following sections of title
37, United States Code, are amended by striking ``December 31, 2024''
and inserting ``December 31, 2025'':
(1) Section 331(h), relating to general bonus authority for
enlisted members.
(2) Section 332(g), relating to general bonus authority for
officers.
(3) Section 334(i), relating to special aviation incentive
pay and bonus authorities for officers.
(4) Section 335(k), relating to special bonus and incentive
pay authorities for officers in health professions.
(5) Section 336(g), relating to contracting bonus for cadets
and midshipmen enrolled in the Senior Reserve Officers' Training
Corps.
(6) Section 351(h), relating to hazardous duty pay.
(7) Section 352(g), relating to assignment pay or special
duty pay.
(8) Section 353(i), relating to skill incentive pay or
proficiency bonus.
(9) Section 355(h), relating to retention incentives for
members qualified in critical military skills or assigned to
high priority units.
(e) Authority to Provide Temporary Increase in Rates of Basic
Allowance for Housing.--Section 403(b) of title 37, United States Code,
is amended--
(1) in paragraph (7)(E), relating to an area covered by a
major disaster declaration or containing an installation
experiencing an influx of military personnel, by striking
``December 31, 2024'' and inserting ``December 31, 2025''; and
[[Page 138 STAT. 1938]]
(2) in paragraph (8)(C), relating to an area where actual
housing costs differ from current rates by more than 20 percent,
by striking ``September 30, 2024'' and inserting ``December 31,
2025''.
SEC. 612. INCREASE IN ACCESSION BONUS FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS
SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM.
Section 2128(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``$20,000'' and inserting ``$100,000''.
SEC. 613. INCREASE IN MAXIMUM SKILL PROFICIENCY BONUS AMOUNT.
Section 353(c)(2) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``$12,000'' and inserting ``$55,000''.
Subtitle C--Allowances
SEC. 621. BASIC NEEDS ALLOWANCE FOR MEMBERS ON ACTIVE SERVICE IN
THE ARMED FORCES: EXPANSION OF
ELIGIBILITY; INCREASE OF AMOUNT.
(a) Eligibility.--Section 402b of title 37, United States Code, is
amended, in subsection (b)(2)--
(1) in subparagraph (A)--
(A) by striking ``(A)'';
(B) by striking ``150 percent'' and inserting ``200
percent''; and
(C) by striking ``; or'' and inserting ``; and'';
and
(2) by striking subparagraph (B).
(b) Amount.--Such section is further amended, in subsection
(c)(1)(A), by striking ``150 percent (or, in the case of a member
described in subsection (b)(2)(B), 200 percent)'' and inserting ``200
percent''.
SEC. 622. AUTHORITY TO PAY BASIC ALLOWANCE FOR HOUSING TO JUNIOR
ENLISTED MEMBERS ON SEA DUTY.
Section 403(f)(2) of title 37, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``subparagraphs (B),
(C), and (D),'' and inserting ``subparagraphs (B) and (C),'';
(2) in subparagraph (B)--
(A) in the first sentence, by striking ``pay grade
E-4 or E-5'' and inserting ``a pay grade below E-6'';
and
(B) in the second sentence, by striking ``for
members serving in pay grades E-4 and E-5''; and
(3) by striking subparagraph (D).
SEC. 623. REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES RELATING TO TRAVEL FOR
INACTIVE-DUTY TRAINING AND MUSTER DUTY.
(a) In General.--Section 452 of title 37, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(j) Travel for Inactive-duty Training and Muster Duty.--(1) If a
member of the uniformed services travels more than 50 miles from the
member's permanent residence (as established under paragraph (2)) for
training described in paragraph (9) of subsection (b) or duty described
in paragraph (10) of that subsection, the member shall be provided, in
the form of actual expenses, in-kind, or a combination thereof--
[[Page 138 STAT. 1939]]
``(A) actual and necessary expenses of travel and
transportation for, or in connection with, such travel; and
``(B) meals, incidentals, and expenses related to such
travel, to the same extent specified in regulations prescribed
under section 464 of this title for a member on official travel.
``(2) For purposes of paragraph (1), the permanent residence of a
member--
``(A) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> shall be established not later
than 30 days after the date on which the permanent duty
assignment of the member begins; and
``(B) may not be re-established until after the member
receives subsequent orders for a permanent change of assignment.
``(3) In the case of a member whose permanent residence changes
after the date described in subparagraph (A) of paragraph (2) and before
the member receives orders described in subparagraph (B) of such
paragraph, the Secretary concerned may provide the member expenses
described in paragraph (1) or such other reimbursement as the Secretary
determines appropriate if the member travels more than 50 miles from the
new permanent residence of the member for training described in
paragraph (9) of subsection (b) or duty described in paragraph (10) of
such subsection.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 37 USC 452 note.>> Effective Date.--The amendment made
by subsection (a) shall apply to travel on or after January 1, 2027.
(c) Report.--Not later than January 1, 2026, the Secretary of
Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report
containing the following elements:
(1) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> The estimated marginal cost of
the amendment made by subsection (a) to the Department of
Defense, disaggregated by reserve component.
(2) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> The estimated total number of
members of the Armed Forces who would be affected by such
amendment.
(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Any recommended change to
such amendment in order to improve efficacy or implementation.
(4) Any other matter that the Secretary determines
appropriate.
SEC. 624. EXPANSION OF TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION ALLOWANCE TO MOVE
OR STORE PRIVATELY OWNED VEHICLES.
Section 453 of title 37, United States Code, is amended, in
subsection (c)--
(1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``(but not to exceed one
privately owned vehicle per member household)''; and
(2) in paragraph (4), by striking ``a privately owned
vehicle'' and inserting ``privately owned vehicles''.
SEC. 625. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO PAY ONE-TIME UNIFORM ALLOWANCE
FOR OFFICERS WHO TRANSFER TO THE SPACE
FORCE.
Subsection (d)(1) of section 606 of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-
283; 37 U.S.C. 416 note) is amended by striking ``ending on September
30, 2025'' and inserting ``ending on the last day of the transition
period as defined in section 1731 of the Space Force Personnel
Management Act (title XVII of Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 20001
note)''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1940]]
SEC. 626. <<NOTE: 37 USC 464 note.>> TRAVEL AND TRANSPORTATION
ALLOWANCES: PROHIBITION OF REQUIREMENT OF
ZERO-EMISSION VEHICLE.
(a) In General.--The Joint Travel Regulations for the Uniformed
Services may not require that travel or transportation be in a zero-
emission vehicle in order to be eligible a travel or transportation
allowance.
(b) Rule of Construction.--This section shall not be construed to
prohibit the payment of such an allowance in the case of a member of the
uniformed services who uses a zero-emission vehicle for travel or
transportation that--
(1) the member owns; or
(2) is provided to such member by a rental company.
SEC. 627. EVALUATION OF THE RATES OF THE BASIC ALLOWANCE FOR
SUBSISTENCE.
<<NOTE: Reports.>> Not later than April 1, 2025, the Secretary of
Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and House of Representatives a report containing the evaluation of the
Secretary of the rates of the basic allowance for subsistence under
section 402 of title 37, United States Code. Elements of such report
shall include the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> The determination of the
Secretary whether such rates are sufficient.
(2) Other factors that could be used to determine such
rates, including--
(A) the number of dependents a member of the
uniformed services has;
(B) whether the member has access to fresh fruits,
vegetables, dairy products, and meat;
(C) whether the member has access to healthy food;
and
(D) the local costs of food, including at
commissaries operated by the Secretary under chapter 147
of title 10, United States Code.
(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> The recommendations of the
Secretary whether, and how, such rates may be improved.
SEC. 628. REPORT REGARDING THE CALCULATION OF COST-OF-LIVING
ALLOWANCES.
(a) Report Required.--Not later than April 1, 2025, the Secretary of
Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and House of Representatives a report regarding the CONUS COLA and
OCONUS COLA. Such report shall include the following elements:
(1) The factors used to calculate the CONUS COLA and OCONUS
COLA.
(2) An explanation of how the factors described in paragraph
(1) are determined.
(3) An explanation of how the CONUS COLA and OCONUS COLA may
be adjusted, including--
(A) <<NOTE: Timelines.>> timelines for such an
adjustment;
(B) bases for such an adjustment; and
(C) the relationship between CONUS COLA and OCONUS
COLA.
(4) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> The evaluation of the Secretary
whether the surveys used to collect data from members to
calculate the CONUS COLA and OCONUS COLA are effective.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1941]]
(5) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> The evaluation of the Secretary
whether the calculation of the CONUS COLA and OCONUS COLA is
effective.
(6) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> The assessment of the Secretary
whether the calculation of the CONUS COLA or OCONUS COLA should
include additional factors, including--
(A) the number of dependents a member has;
(B) vicinity and commissary costs;
(C) <<NOTE: Reimbursement.>> the reimbursement of
expenses (including tolls and taxes) incurred by a
member based on the duty station of such member;
(D) remoteness;
(E) hardship;
(F) loss of spousal income;
(G) the unavailability of goods or services in the
vicinity of a duty station; and
(H) any other factor that the Secretary determines
appropriate.
(b) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``CONUS COLA'' means the cost-of-living
allowance paid to a member of the uniformed services under
section 403b of title 37, United States Code.
(2) The term ``OCONUS COLA'' means a cost-of-living
allowance paid to a member of the uniformed services on the
basis that--
(A) the member is assigned to a permanent duty
station located outside the continental United States;
or
(B) the dependents of such member reside outside the
continental United States but not in the vicinity of the
permanent duty station of such member.
Subtitle D--Family and Survivor Benefits
SEC. 631. EXPANSION OF ELIGIBILITY FOR CERTAIN BENEFITS THAT ARISE
FROM THE DEATH OF A MEMBER OF THE ARMED
FORCES.
(a) Death Gratuity.--Section 1475(a)(4) of title 10, United States
Code, is amended by striking ``for a period of more than 13 days''.
(b) Recovery, Care, and Disposition of Remains.--Section 1481(a) of
title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the
following new paragraph:
``(11) Any person not otherwise covered by this section
whose death entitles a survivor of such person to a death
gratuity under section 1475 of this title.''.
(c) Eligibility for Assistance From a Casualty Assistance Officer.--
Section 633 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2014 (Public Law 113-66; 10 U.S.C. 1475 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) in paragraph (1)--
(i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``; and''
and inserting a semicolon;
(ii) in subparagraph (B), by striking the
period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and
(iii) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraph:
[[Page 138 STAT. 1942]]
``(C) an individual not described in subparagraph (A) or (B)
who is entitled to a death gratuity under section 1475 of title
10, United States Code.'';
(B) in paragraph (2)--
(i) by striking ``spouses and dependents''
each place it appears and inserting ``survivors'';
and
(ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking
``spouses and other dependents of deceased
members'' and inserting ``such survivors''; and
(2) in subsection (b)(2), by striking ``the spouse and other
dependents of a deceased member of the Armed Forces'' and
inserting ``such a survivor''.
(d) <<NOTE: 10 USC 1475 note.>> Applicability.--The amendments made
by this section shall apply to a death that occurs on or after the date
of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 632. EXTENSION OF TIME FOR MINOR SURVIVORS TO FILE DEATH
GRATUITY CLAIMS.
(a) In General.--Section 1480 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(e) <<NOTE: Deadlines. Time periods.>> In the case of a claim for
a death gratuity under this chapter by an individual who is younger than
21 years of age on the date of the death with respect to which the claim
is made, the individual shall file the claim with the Secretary of
Defense not later than the later of--
``(1) the date that is three years after the individual
reaches 21 years of age; or
``(2) the date that is six years after the date of the death
with respect to which the claim is made.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 1480 note.>> Applicability.--The amendment made
by subsection (a) applies to claims filed with respect to deaths
occurring on or after on January 1, 2025.
SEC. 633. PARENT FEES AT MILITARY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS FOR
CHILD CARE EMPLOYEES.
Section 1793 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking
subsection (d) and inserting the following new subsections:
``(d) Child Care Employee Discount.--In order to support recruitment
and retention initiatives, the Secretary of Defense shall charge reduced
fees for the attendance, at a military child development center, of the
children of a child care employee as follows:
``(1) For the first child, no fee.
``(2) For each other child, a fee equal to or less than a
fee discounted under subsection (c).
``(e) Prohibition of Concurrent Discounts.--A family may not receive
discounts under subsections (c) and (d) concurrently.''.
SEC. 634. INFORMATION REGARDING PATERNAL ENGAGEMENT ON WEBSITE OF
MILITARY ONESOURCE.
Section 561 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2010 (Public Law 111-84; 10 U.S.C. 1781 note) is amended, in
subsection (b)--
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (11) through (16) as
paragraphs (12) through (17), respectively; and
(2) by inserting, after paragraph (10), the following new
paragraph (11):
``(11) Programs that encourage paternal engagement with the
family.''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1943]]
Subtitle E--Defense Resale Matters
SEC. 641. PROHIBITION ON SALE OF GARLIC FROM THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC
OF CHINA AT COMMISSARY STORES.
(a) In General.--Section 2484 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(l) Prohibition on Sale of Garlic From People's Republic of
China.--The Secretary of Defense shall prohibit the sale at any
commissary store of fresh or chilled garlic--
``(1) classified under subheading 0703.20.00 of the
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States; and
``(2) that originated from, or was processed in, the
People's Republic of China.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 2484 note.>> Effective Date.--The amendment made
by subsection (a) shall take effect on January 1, 2026.
SEC. 642. SALE OF CERTAIN SUPPLIES OF THE NAVY AND MARINE CORPS TO
CERTAIN FORMER MEMBERS OF THE COAST GUARD.
Section 8803 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking
``, or the Space Force'' and inserting ``, the Space Force, or the Coast
Guard''.
Subtitle F--Other Benefits, Reports, and Briefings
SEC. 651. ACCESS TO BROADBAND INTERNET ACCESS SERVICE FOR CERTAIN
MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES.
(a) In General.--Subchapter II of chapter 134 of title 10, United
States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 2251.>> is amended by adding at the
end the following new section:
``Sec. 2265. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2265.>> Access to broadband internet
access service for certain members of the armed
forces
``The Secretary of a military department may provide, to a member of
the armed forces who resides in military unaccompanied housing (as
defined in section 2871 of this title) within the United States,
broadband internet access service, at no cost to such member.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Policy. 10 USC 2265 note.>> Guidance.--Not later than 90
days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense
shall issue policy and guidance for implementation of section 2265 of
title 10, United States Code, as added by this section, that--
(1) meets or exceeds any speed benchmark established for
broadband internet access service by the Federal Communications
Commission under section 706 of the Telecommunications Act of
1996 (47 U.S.C. 1302);
(2) maximizes access to such service in individual rooms and
spaces; and
(3) allows reasonable internet access, subject to
appropriate restrictions applicable to other internet access
provided by the Secretary to members of the Armed Forces.
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SEC. 652. EXTENSION OF EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN EMPLOYEES FROM
GOVERNMENT LODGING PROGRAM.
Section 914(b) of the Carl Levin and Howard P. ``Buck'' McKeon
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113-
291; 5 U.S.C. 5911 note) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (2), by striking ``2023'' and inserting
``2029''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(3) Briefings required.--
``(A) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--Not later
than February 1, 2025, and annually thereafter through
February 1, 2030, the Secretary shall brief the
congressional defense committees on the exclusion under
paragraph (1) from the requirements of a Government
lodging program carried out under subsection (a).
``(B) Elements.--Each briefing required by
subparagraph (A) shall include, for the year preceding
the briefing, the following:
``(i) A description of the instances in which
the exclusion under paragraph (1) was used.
``(ii) A description of the lodging used under
that exclusion.
``(iii) <<NOTE: Statement.>> A statement of
the difference in cost between lodging used under
that exclusion and lodging provided under a
Government lodging program carried out under
subsection (a) in each location where lodging
under the exclusion was used.
``(iv) Such other matters as the Secretary
considers relevant.''.
SEC. 653. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 1030.>> PROMOTION OF TAX
PREPARATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.
(a) <<NOTE: Notice.>> In General.--The Secretary of Defense shall
ensure that each member of a covered Armed Force receives, not later
than March 1 of each year, via email or other electronic means, a notice
regarding the MilTax program and other tax preparation assistance
programs furnished by the Secretary.
(b) Report.--Not later than six months after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives a report
regarding the rates of participation by members of the covered Armed
Forces in the programs described in subsection (a).
(c) Covered Armed Force Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered Armed Force'' means the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force,
or Space Force.
SEC. 654. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1060a note.>> PILOT PROGRAM TO INCREASE
ACCESS TO FOOD ON MILITARY INSTALLATIONS
OF THE ARMY.
(a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Army shall implement a pilot
program to increase access to food on military installations of the Army
for members of the Army who reside on such military installations.
(b) Access.--Food made available under the program under this
section shall be accessible with a common access card (or other means
determined appropriate by the Secretary) at dining
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facilities, commissaries, exchanges, restaurants, and other locations
where such members can obtain food.
(c) Termination.--The pilot program under this section shall
terminate five years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
(d) Briefing.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives a briefing on
the implementation of the program under this section. Such briefing
shall include the following elements:
(1) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> The milestones and timeline to
complete such implementation.
(2) Resources, including software, hardware, and personnel,
necessary for such implementation.
(3) A description of potential barriers to implementation of
the program, particularly for remote or rural military
installations, or installations located in geographic areas with
limited access to food.
(4) <<NOTE: Policies. Regulations.>> Policies or regulations
of the Department of the Army that the Secretary determines
necessary for such implementation.
(5) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations of the
Secretary regarding legislation necessary for such
implementation.
TITLE VII--HEALTH CARE PROVISIONS
Subtitle A--TRICARE and Other Health Benefits
Sec. 701. Access to specialty behavioral health care under TRICARE
Prime.
Sec. 702. Reduction or waiver of cost-sharing amounts under TRICARE
pharmacy benefits program for certain dependents enrolled in
TRICARE Prime Remote program.
Sec. 703. TRICARE program: waiver of referral requirement under TRICARE
Prime for certain care in a military medical treatment
facility.
Sec. 704. Extension of effective date regarding certain improvements to
the TRICARE dental program.
Sec. 705. Program to prevent perinatal mental health conditions in
pregnant and postpartum members of the Armed Forces.
Sec. 706. Guidance on authority to provide travel and transportation
allowances for specialty care under exceptional
circumstances.
Sec. 707. Contraception coverage parity under the TRICARE program.
Sec. 708. Prohibition of coverage under TRICARE program of certain
medical procedures for children that could result in
sterilization.
Sec. 709. Demonstration program on cryopreservation and storage of
gametes of certain members of the Armed Forces.
Subtitle B--Health Care Administration
Sec. 711. Identification in patient medical records of affiliation of
certain non-Department of Defense health care providers.
Sec. 712. Extension of enhanced appointment and compensation authority
for certain health care providers.
Sec. 713. Licensure requirement for certain health care professionals
providing certain examinations to members of the reserve
components.
Sec. 714. Health care licensure portability for TRICARE network
providers providing mental health services to members of the
Armed Forces and certain family members.
Sec. 715. Expansion of recognition by the Defense Health Agency of
certifying bodies for physicians.
Sec. 716. Waiver with respect to experienced nurses at military medical
treatment facilities.
Sec. 717. Improved implementation of financial relief for civilians
treated in military medical treatment facilities.
Sec. 718. Retention of health care providers: surveys; briefing;
reports.
Subtitle C--Matters Relating to Brain Health
Sec. 721. Establishment of Defense Intrepid Network for Traumatic Brain
Injury and Brain Health as program of record.
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Sec. 722. Brain health and trauma program.
Sec. 723. Modifications to Brain Health Initiative of Department of
Defense.
Sec. 724. Blast overpressure and traumatic brain injury oversight
strategy and action plan.
Sec. 725. Establishment of requirements relating to blast overpressure
exposure.
Subtitle D--Studies, Briefings, Reports, and Other Matters
Sec. 731. Treatment of expert medical opinions with respect to medical
malpractice claims by members of the uniformed services.
Sec. 732. Annual reports on medical malpractice claims by members of the
uniformed services.
Sec. 733. Expansion of license reciprocity for veterinarians of
Department of Defense.
Sec. 734. Medical countermeasures for overseas personnel of the
Department of Defense for acute radiation syndrome and
thermal burns.
Sec. 735. Establishment of Indo-Pacific Medical Readiness Program.
Sec. 736. Reports on suicide among members of the Armed Forces and
suicide prevention programs and activities of the Department
of Defense.
Sec. 737. Study of immune response and other effects on members of the
Armed Forces regarding COVID-19 vaccines.
Sec. 738. Annual report on recruitment delays relating to medical
conditions.
Sec. 739. Plan to improve access by members of the Armed Forces to safe,
high-quality pharmaceuticals.
Sec. 740. Pilot program on delegation of authority to approve reserve
component recruits with certain medical conditions.
Subtitle A--TRICARE and Other Health Benefits
SEC. 701. ACCESS TO SPECIALTY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE UNDER TRICARE
PRIME.
Section 704 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10 U.S.C. 1073 note) is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new
subsection (c):
``(c) Access to Specialty Behavioral Health Care.--
``(1) Monitoring.--The Secretary shall continuously monitor
the ability of beneficiaries under TRICARE Prime to receive an
appointment for specialty behavioral health care under TRICARE
Prime within the access standards established under subsection
(b)(2)(B) for such health care.
``(2) Expansion of behavioral health accreditation
standards.--
``(A) Determinations.--The Secretary shall expand
required behavioral health accreditation standards in a
State if the Secretary makes the following
determinations:
``(i) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Access to
specialty behavioral health care in that State
fails to meet the access standards established
under subsection (b)(2)(B) for more than 12
consecutive months.
``(ii) The expanded accreditation standards
are adequate to ensure quality of care.
``(B) State credentials.--The Secretary may include
in expanded behavioral health accreditation standards
under subparagraph (A) appropriate credentials issued by
State-level organizations.
``(C) Briefings.--If the Secretary expands
behavioral health accreditation standards under
subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall provide to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives
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a briefing on such expansion, including how such
expansion affects access to specialty behavioral health
care.
``(D) Notifications.--If the Secretary makes a
determination under clause (i) of subparagraph (A), but
does not make a determination under clause (ii) of such
subparagraph, the Secretary shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives a notice explaining both such
determinations.
``(3) Termination.--The authority of the Secretary under
this subsection shall terminate on January 1, 2028.''.
SEC. 702. REDUCTION OR WAIVER OF COST-SHARING AMOUNTS UNDER
TRICARE PHARMACY BENEFITS PROGRAM FOR
CERTAIN DEPENDENTS ENROLLED IN TRICARE
PRIME REMOTE PROGRAM.
Section 1074g(a)(6) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
``(D) Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), the Secretary
may selectively waive or reduce cost-sharing amounts under this
subsection for a dependent of a member of the uniformed services
described in section 1074(c)(3)(B) of this title if the dependent is
enrolled in the TRICARE Prime Remote program and accompanies the member
to the duty assignment of the member at the expense of the Federal
Government.''.
SEC. 703. TRICARE PROGRAM: WAIVER OF REFERRAL REQUIREMENT UNDER
TRICARE PRIME FOR CERTAIN CARE IN A
MILITARY MEDICAL TREATMENT FACILITY.
Section 1095f(a)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by inserting ``(A)'' before ``The Secretary''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
``(B) The Secretary shall waive the referral requirement in
paragraph (1) in the case of a member of the armed forces serving on
active duty who seeks to obtain any of the following kinds of care in a
military medical treatment facility:
``(i) Physical therapy.
``(ii) Nutritional.
``(iii) Audiological.
``(iv) Optometric.
``(v) Podiatric.''.
SEC. 704. EXTENSION OF EFFECTIVE DATE REGARDING CERTAIN
IMPROVEMENTS TO THE TRICARE DENTAL
PROGRAM.
(a) Extension.--Section 1076a of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``January 1, 2026'' each place it appears and
inserting ``January 1, 2027''.
(b) Rulemaking; Briefing.--Section 701 of the James M. Inhofe
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-
263; 10 U.S.C. 1076a note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``January 1,
2025'' and inserting ``January 1, 2026''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``January 1,
2026'' and inserting ``January 1, 2027''; and
(2) in subsection (c), by striking ``and 2026'' and
inserting ``2026, and 2027''.
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SEC. 705. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1071 note.>> PROGRAM TO PREVENT PERINATAL
MENTAL HEALTH CONDITIONS IN PREGNANT AND
POSTPARTUM MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES.
(a) Requirement.--The Secretary of Defense, acting through the Under
Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, shall carry out a
program to improve clinical and nonclinical services targeting mental
health conditions in pregnant and postpartum members of the Armed Forces
and spouses of members during the perinatal period.
(b) Elements.--The Secretary shall ensure that the program under
subsection (a) includes the following:
(1) Access to support resources during the perinatal period,
including--
(A) identification of symptoms of perinatal mental
health conditions, brief intervention by primary care
providers, referral to care, and treatment;
(B) targeted nonmedical counseling services through
the Department of Defense Military and Family Life
Counseling Program of the Office of Military Family
Readiness Policy under section 1781 of title 10, United
States Code;
(C) existing parenting resiliency programs of the
military departments;
(D) adherence to clinical practice guidelines in
military medical treatment facilities in support of
members of the uniformed services and dependents with a
diagnosed mental health condition requiring clinical
intervention, including through primary care services
and women's health clinics, in collaboration with
behavioral health services; and
(E) prenatal and postnatal support programs at
military medical treatment facilities that provide group
counseling modeled after best clinical practices, such
as the Centering Pregnancy program.
(2) <<NOTE: Process.>> A process for informing pregnant and
postpartum members of the Armed Forces and spouses of members of
nonmedical and clinical support services during the perinatal
period.
(3) <<NOTE: Strategy.>> A communications strategy to
increase awareness of the services available under the program.
(c) Report.--Not later than December 31, 2025, the Secretary shall
submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of
Representatives a report on the program under subsection (a) that
includes the following:
(1) A description of the range of activities included in the
program and data assessing the effectiveness or shortcomings of
such activities.
(2) How resources are allocated for the purpose of
establishing and maintaining perinatal support programs at
military medical treatment facilities.
(3) Measurements for adherence to evidence-based protocols
at military medical treatment facilities with respect to
identifying potential mental health issues.
(4) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Assessment of current training and
credentials required for health care providers providing
perinatal services and consideration for further certifications,
such as the Perinatal Mental Health Certification.
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(5) Feasibility and advisability of adding specialized
perinatal mental health support services via a helpline through
Military One Source.
(6) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations for
administrative or legislative changes to improve the
effectiveness of the program.
(d) Perinatal Period Defined.--In this section, the term ``perinatal
period'' means the period beginning with pregnancy through one year
following childbirth.
SEC. 706. <<NOTE: Deadline. 10 USC 1074i note.>> GUIDANCE ON
AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE TRAVEL AND
TRANSPORTATION ALLOWANCES FOR SPECIALTY
CARE UNDER EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES.
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Secretary of Defense shall issue guidance with respect to the
authority of the Secretary under section 1074i(b) of title 10, United
States Code.
SEC. 707. CONTRACEPTION COVERAGE PARITY UNDER THE TRICARE PROGRAM.
(a) Pharmacy Benefits Program.--Section 1074g(a)(6) of title 10,
United States Code, as amended by section 702, is further amended by
adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
``(E) Notwithstanding subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), the cost-
sharing amount under this subsection for any prescription contraceptive
on the uniform formulary provided through a retail pharmacy described in
paragraph (2)(E)(ii) or through the national mail-order pharmacy program
is $0.''.
(b) TRICARE Select.--Section 1075(f) of such title is amended--
(1) by striking the heading and inserting ``Other Exceptions
to Cost-sharing Requirements'';
(2) by inserting ``(1)'' before ``A beneficiary enrolled'';
and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(2)(A) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, the
cost-sharing amount under this section for any beneficiary enrolled in
TRICARE Select for a service described in subparagraph (B) that is
provided by a network provider is $0.
``(B) A service described in this subparagraph is any contraceptive
method approved, cleared, or authorized under section 505, 510(k),
513(f)(2), or 515 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C.
355, 360(k), 360c(f)(2), 360e), any contraceptive care (including with
respect to insertion, removal, and follow up), any sterilization
procedure, or any patient education or counseling service provided in
connection with any such contraceptive, care, or procedure.''.
(c) TRICARE Prime.--Section 1075a of such title is amended by adding
at the end the following new subsection:
``(d) Prohibition on Cost-sharing for Certain Services.--(1)(A)
Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, the cost-sharing
amount under this section for any beneficiary enrolled in TRICARE Prime
for a service described in subparagraph (B) that is provided under
TRICARE Prime is $0.
``(B) A service described in this subparagraph is any contraceptive
method approved, cleared, or authorized under section 505, 510(k),
513(f)(2), or 515 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C.
355, 360(k), 360c(f)(2), 360e), any contraceptive care (including with
respect to insertion, removal, and follow up), any sterilization
procedure, or any patient education or counseling
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service provided in connection with any such contraceptive, care, or
procedure.''.
(d) Technical and Conforming Amendments.--Chapter 55 of title 10,
United States Code, is amended as follows:
(1) Paragraph (4) of section 1075(c) is--
(A) transferred to subsection (f), as amended by
subsection (b) of this section;
(B) inserted after paragraph (2); and
(C) redesignated as paragraph (3).
(2) Paragraph (4) of section 1075a(a) is--
(A) transferred to subsection (d), as added by
subsection (c) of this section;
(B) inserted after paragraph (1); and
(C) redesignated as paragraph (2).
SEC. 708. PROHIBITION OF COVERAGE UNDER TRICARE PROGRAM OF CERTAIN
MEDICAL PROCEDURES FOR CHILDREN THAT COULD
RESULT IN STERILIZATION.
Section 1079(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(20) Medical interventions for the treatment of gender
dysphoria that could result in sterilization may not be provided
to a child under the age of 18.''.
SEC. 709. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1074d note.>> DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM ON
CRYOPRESERVATION AND STORAGE OF GAMETES OF
CERTAIN MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Reimbursement.>> Demonstration Program.--Not
later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of Defense shall carry out a demonstration program to
reimburse covered members for expenses incurred in the retrieval,
testing, cryopreservation, shipping, and storage of gametes of such
covered members in a private storage facility determined appropriate by
the Secretary.
(b) Elements.--
(1) Amount of reimbursement.--A covered member participating
in the demonstration program shall receive not more than the
following amounts per year:
(A) $500 in the case of a member who preserves
sperm.
(B) $10,000 in the case of a member who preserves
eggs.
(2) Information.--
(A) Providers.--The Secretary shall provide to a
covered member participating in the demonstration
program information regarding providers of services
described in subsection (a) located near the covered
member.
(B) Promotion.--The Secretary shall promote the
demonstration program to covered members in the course
of annual health examinations and pre-deployment
screenings.
(3) Use of military medical treatment facilities.--The
Secretary shall encourage the use of military medical treatment
facilities that offer services described in subsection (a) to
provide services under the demonstration program.
(c) Duration.--The Secretary shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Federal Register, publication.>> publish in the
Federal Register the date on which the Secretary will commence
carrying out the demonstration program; and
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(2) carry out the demonstration program for a three-year
period beginning on such date.
(d) No Liability or Contractual Obligation.--The United States shall
not be--
(1) considered a party to any agreement between a covered
member who participates in the demonstration program and a
private gamete storage facility; or
(2) responsible for the management of gametes cryopreserved
or stored for which a covered member receives reimbursement
under such demonstration program.
(e) Advanced Medical Directive.--A covered member who participates
in the demonstration program shall complete an advanced medical
directive that specifies how gametes preserved under the demonstration
program shall be handled upon the death of such covered member.
(f) Reports; Briefings.--
(1) <<NOTE: Implementation plan.>> Initial report.--Not
later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services
of the House of Representatives and the Senate a report
containing a plan to implement the demonstration program.
(2) Report.--Not later than one year after the Secretary
commences carrying out the demonstration program, the Secretary
shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and the House of Representatives a report on the demonstration
program. Such report shall include the following:
(A) Usage by covered members.
(B) Demographics of participating covered members.
(C) Costs of services to participating covered
members.
(D) The feasibility of expanding the demonstration
program.
(E) The feasibility of making the demonstration
program permanent.
(F) Other information determined appropriate by the
Secretary.
(3) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> Briefings.--Not later
than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and
annually thereafter for the duration of the demonstration
program, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional
defense committees a briefing on--
(A) the design, use, and costs of the demonstration
project; and
(B) any other observations of the Secretary with
respect to the demonstration project, such as the
effects of the demonstration project on recruitment and
retention.
(g) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered member'' means a member of a covered
Armed Force serving on active duty--
(A) who has received orders (including deployment
orders) for duty for which the member may receive
hazardous duty pay under section 351 of title 37, United
States Code;
(B) <<NOTE: Determination. Time period.>> whom the
Secretary determines is likely to receive such orders in
the next 120 days;
(C) <<NOTE: Time period.>> who will, under orders,
be geographically separated from a spouse, domestic
partner, or dating partner for a period of not less than
180 days, including sea duty; or
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(D) whose application to participate in the
demonstration program is approved by the Secretary.
(2) The term ``covered Armed Force'' means the Army, Navy,
Marine Corps, Air Force, or Space Force.
(3) The term ``deployment'' has the meaning given such term
in section 991(b) of title 10, United States Code.
Subtitle B--Health Care Administration
SEC. 711. IDENTIFICATION IN PATIENT MEDICAL RECORDS OF AFFILIATION
OF CERTAIN NON-DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS.
Chapter 55 of title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
1071.>> is amended by inserting after section 1091 the following new
section:
``Sec. 1091a. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1091a.>> Identification in patient
medical records of affiliation of certain non-
Department of Defense health care providers
``(a) Requirement.--The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that
medical records of the Department of Defense include the organizational
affiliation of any independent health care contractor identified in such
medical records.
``(b) Independent Health Care Contractor Defined.--In this section,
the term `independent health care contractor' means a health care
provider who meets the following criteria:
``(1) The health care provider is a nonpersonal services
contractor, or an employee of such a contractor, pursuant to
subpart 37.4 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, or other
applicable regulation.
``(2) The health care provider provides health care services
under this chapter in any military medical treatment facility
(as defined in section 1073c(i) of this title) or other location
under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of Defense, including an
operational clinic.''.
SEC. 712. EXTENSION OF ENHANCED APPOINTMENT AND COMPENSATION
AUTHORITY FOR CERTAIN HEALTH CARE
PROVIDERS.
Section 1599c(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``December 31, 2025'' both places it appears and inserting
``December 31, 2030''.
SEC. 713. LICENSURE REQUIREMENT FOR CERTAIN HEALTH CARE
PROFESSIONALS PROVIDING CERTAIN
EXAMINATIONS TO MEMBERS OF THE RESERVE
COMPONENTS.
Section 1094(d)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
inserting ``an examination or assessment under section 10206 of this
title or'' after ``not covered under section 1091 of this title who is
providing''.
SEC. 714. HEALTH CARE LICENSURE PORTABILITY FOR TRICARE NETWORK
PROVIDERS PROVIDING MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
TO MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES AND CERTAIN
FAMILY MEMBERS.
(a) In General.--Section 1094(d) of title 10, United States Code, as
amended by section 713, is further amended--
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(1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``paragraph (2) or (3)''
and inserting ``paragraph (2), (3), or (4)''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(4) To the extent provided in regulations prescribed by the
Secretary for the purpose of assuring the availability of high-quality
mental health care services to members of the armed forces and
dependents entitled to health care under section 1076 of this title, a
health care professional referred to in paragraph (1) as being described
in this paragraph is a mental health provider providing care through a
network under the TRICARE program who--
``(A) has a current license to practice as a mental health
care professional;
``(B) is providing tele-mental health care services to
members of the armed forces or such dependents; and
``(C) is providing such services under terms and conditions
specified by the Secretary (which shall establish the scope of
authorized Federal duties for purposes of paragraph (1)).''.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. 10 USC 1094 note.>> Regulations.--Not later
than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
of Defense shall issue an interim final regulation to implement the
amendments made by subsection (a).
SEC. 715. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1073c note.>> EXPANSION OF RECOGNITION BY
THE DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY OF CERTIFYING
BODIES FOR PHYSICIANS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Policy.>> Expansion.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of the Defense
Health Agency shall revise the policy of the Defense Health Agency
regarding the credentialing and privileging under the military health
system to expand the recognition of certifying bodies for physicians
under such policy to a wide range of additional board certifications in
medical specialties and subspecialties. Subject to subsection (b), the
following certifying bodies shall be so recognized:
(1) The member boards of the American Board of Medical
Specialties.
(2) The Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists of the American
Osteopathic Association.
(3) The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
(4) The American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
(5) The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
(b) Standards for Recognition of Other Certifying Bodies.--To be
recognized under subsection (a), a certifying body shall--
(1) be an organization described in section 501(c) of the
Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and exempt from taxation under
section 501(a) of that Code;
(2) <<NOTE: Process. Review. Update.>> maintain a process to
define, periodically review, enforce, and update specific
standards regarding knowledge and skills of the specialty or
subspecialty;
(3) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> administer a psychometrically
valid assessment to determine whether a physician meets
standards for initial certification, recertification, or
continuing certification;
(4) establish and enforce a code of professional conduct;
(5) require that, in order to be considered a board
certified specialty physician, a physician must satisfy--
(A) the certifying body's applicable requirements
for initial certification; and
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(B) any applicable recertification or continuing
certification requirements of the certifying body that
granted the initial certification; and
(6) <<NOTE: Compliance.>> meets such other requirements as
the Secretary of Defense may establish for purposes of
compliance with appropriate requirements of applicable State
laws and the promotion of consistency in credentialing and
privileging health care providers throughout military medical
treatment facilities of the Defense Health Agency.
SEC. 716. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1073c note.>> WAIVER WITH RESPECT TO
EXPERIENCED NURSES AT MILITARY MEDICAL
TREATMENT FACILITIES.
(a) In General.--The hiring manager of a military medical treatment
facility or other health care facility of the Department of Defense may
waive any General Schedule qualification standard related to work
experience established by the Director of the Office of Personnel
Management in the case of any applicant for a nursing or practical nurse
position in a military medical treatment facility or other health care
facility of the Department of Defense who--
(1)(A) is a nurse or practical nurse in the Department of
Defense; or
(B) was a nurse or practical nurse in the Department of
Defense for at least one year; and
(2) after commencing work as a nurse or practical nurse in
the Department of Defense, obtained a bachelor's degree or
graduate degree from an accredited professional nursing
educational program.
(b) Certification.--If, in the case of any applicant described in
subsection (a), a hiring manager waives a qualification standard in
accordance with such subsection, such hiring manager shall submit to the
Director of the Office of Personnel Management a certification that such
applicant meets all remaining General Schedule qualification standards
established by the Director of the Office of Personnel Management for
the applicable position.
SEC. 717. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1079b note.>> IMPROVED IMPLEMENTATION OF
FINANCIAL RELIEF FOR CIVILIANS TREATED IN
MILITARY MEDICAL TREATMENT FACILITIES.
(a) Final Rule Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall issue a
final rule (or interim final rule) to implement as soon as possible
after the date of the enactment of this Act section 1079b of title 10,
United States Code.
(b) Treatment of Claims.--
(1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), the
Secretary shall hold in abeyance any claims under section 1079b
of title 10, United States Code, until the final rule (or
interim final rule) required under subsection (a) is in effect.
(2) Exception.--Paragraph (1) does not apply to--
(A) claims to third-party payers; or
(B) administrative support provided to the Secretary
by another Federal agency to assist the Secretary in the
administration of section 1079b of title 10, United
States Code.
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SEC. 718. RETENTION OF HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS: SURVEYS; BRIEFING;
REPORTS.
(a) Surveys.--The Secretary of a military department shall conduct
an annual survey of health care providers under the jurisdiction of such
Secretary to determine why such providers remain on, or separate from,
active duty in such military department.
(b) <<NOTE: Plan.>> Briefing.--Not later than 90 days after the date
of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of a military department
shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and
House of Representatives a briefing regarding the plan of such Secretary
to carry out the survey under this section.
(c) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Reports.--Not later than September 30
of each year, beginning in 2025, the Secretary of a military department
shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House
of Representatives a report regarding the most recent survey under this
section.
(1) Elements.--Each report shall include the following
elements:
(A) <<NOTE: Data.>> Demographic data regarding the
providers, disaggregated under paragraph (2).
(B) Reasons providers gave for remaining.
(C) Reasons providers gave for separating.
(D) <<NOTE: Determination.>> The determination of
the Secretary whether there is a trend regarding
retention or such reasons.
(E) Efforts of the Secretary to reverse a negative
trend or encourage a positive trend.
(F) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Legislative
recommendations of the Secretary regarding how to
reverse a negative trend or encourage a positive trend.
(2) Demographic data.--In each report, the Secretary of a
military department shall disaggregate demographic data
regarding providers who participated in the most recent survey
on the bases of the following categories:
(A) Medical specialty.
(B) Rank.
(C) Gender.
(D) Years of service in such military department.
(E) Whether the provider became an officer on active
duty in such military department--
(i) pursuant to the Armed Forces Health
Professions Scholarship and Financial Assistance
program under subchapter I of chapter 105 of title
10, United States Code;
(ii) after graduating from the Uniformed
Services University of the Health Sciences
established under section 2112 of such title; or
(iii) otherwise.
(d) Termination.--This section shall cease to have effect on
September 30, 2030.
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Subtitle C--Matters Relating to Brain Health
SEC. 721. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 1071 note.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF
DEFENSE INTREPID NETWORK FOR TRAUMATIC
BRAIN INJURY AND BRAIN HEALTH AS PROGRAM
OF RECORD.
(a) In General.--Not later than January 1, 2026, the Secretary of
Defense shall establish the Defense Intrepid Network for Traumatic Brain
Injury and Brain Health (in this section referred to as the ``Network'')
headquartered at the National Intrepid Center of Excellence as a program
of record subject to milestone reviews and compliance with the
requirements under this section.
(b) Duties.--The duties of the Network are as follows:
(1) To provide clinical care to prevent, diagnose, treat,
and rehabilitate members of the Armed Forces with traumatic
brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, symptoms from
blast overpressure or blast exposure, and other mental health
conditions.
(2) To promote standardization of care among the 10 Intrepid
Spirit Centers throughout the continental United States, brain
health clinics in Alaska and Germany, and other sites as
designated by the Director of the Defense Health Agency as being
a part of the long-term brain health strategy of the Department
of Defense.
(3) To support and conduct research and education on
traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, blast
overpressure or blast exposure, and other mental health
conditions.
(c) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Annual Briefing.--Not later than one year
after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for
a period of five years, the Secretary of Defense shall provide to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a briefing that shall include, for the year covered by
the briefing--
(1) the number of individuals to whom the Network has
provided services;
(2) the number of individuals who return to active duty in
the Armed Forces after receiving services from the Network, and
the stage in their career at which they seek treatment at the
Network;
(3) the number of individuals whose families are able to
participate in programs provided by the Network; and
(4) the number of individuals on a waitlist for treatment at
the Network and the average period those individuals are on the
waitlist.
SEC. 722. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1071 note.>> BRAIN HEALTH AND TRAUMA
PROGRAM.
(a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense shall establish an
intensive comprehensive brain health and trauma program to--
(1) provide multidisciplinary specialist evaluations,
treatment initiation, and aftercare for members of the Armed
Forces and dependents of members; and
(2) make evidence-based improvements in such evaluations,
treatment, and aftercare.
(b) Program Elements.--The Secretary shall ensure that the program
under subsection (a) includes the following:
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(1) Initiatives of the Defense Health Agency that provide
coordinated evaluations, treatment, and aftercare for traumatic
brain injuries and related conditions, that incorporates
specialized evaluations, innovative and evidence-based
treatments, and comprehensive follow-up care.
(2) Collaboration with private sector nonprofit health care
organizations involved in innovative clinical activities in
brain health and trauma care, including transitional and
residential brain injury treatment programs.
(3) One or more pilot programs for demonstrating the
effectiveness of intensive outpatient multidisciplinary
specialist treatment and care coordination.
(4) Incorporation of evidence-based therapy with
complementary and alternative medicine approaches.
(5) <<NOTE: Evaluations.>> Thorough evaluations of the
effectiveness of innovative activities for diagnosis, treatment,
and aftercare of brain trauma and promotion of brain health.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing.--Not later than December 31, 2025,
the Secretary shall provide to the Armed Services Committees of the
Senate and House of Representatives a briefing on the program under
subsection (a). Such briefing shall include the following:
(1) A description of the range of activities included in the
program and data assessing the effectiveness or shortcomings of
such activities.
(2) The scope of each pilot program carried out under
subsection (b)(3).
(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations for
administrative or legislative changes to improve the
effectiveness of the program.
SEC. 723. MODIFICATIONS TO BRAIN HEALTH INITIATIVE OF DEPARTMENT
OF DEFENSE.
Section 735 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 10 U.S.C. 1071 note) is
amended--
(1) in subsection (b)(1)--
(A) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the
following new subparagraph:
``(B) In accordance with subsection (c), the
identification and dissemination of thresholds for blast
exposure and overpressure safety and associated emerging
scientific evidence that--
``(i) cover brain injury and impulse noise;
``(ii) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> measure impact
over 24-hour, 72-hour to 96-hour, monthly, annual,
and lifetime periods;
``(iii) are designed to prevent cognitive
deficits after firing;
``(iv) account for the cumulative impact of
firing multiple weapon systems during the same
period;
``(v) include minimum safe distances and
levels of exposure for observers and instructors;
and
``(vi) address shoulder-fired heavy
weapons.''; and
(B) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraphs:
``(H) The establishment of a standardized treatment
program based on interventions that have shown benefit
to individuals with brain health issues after a brain
injury and the provision of that treatment program to
individuals
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with brain health issues after a brain injury resulting
from a potential brain exposure described in
subparagraph (A) or high-risk training or occupational
activities described in subparagraph (D).
``(I) <<NOTE: Policies.>> The establishment of
policies to encourage members of the Armed Forces to
seek medical treatment for brain health when needed,
prevent retaliation against such members who seek such
medical treatment, and address other barriers to seeking
medical treatment for brain health due to the impact of
blast exposure, blast overpressure, or traumatic brain
injury.
``(J) The modification of existing weapons systems
to reduce blast exposure of the individual using the
weapon and those within the minimum safe distance.'';
(2) by striking subsections (c), (e), and (f);
(3) by redesignating subsection (g) as subsection (f);
(4) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new
subsection:
``(c) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Thresholds for Blast Exposure and
Overpressure Safety.--
``(1) Timing.--
``(A) Initial thresholds.--Not later than January 1,
2027, the Secretary of Defense shall identify and
disseminate the thresholds for blast exposure and
overpressure safety under subsection (b)(1)(B).
``(B) Periodic updates.--On a quinquennial basis,
the Secretary shall review and, as necessary, update the
thresholds for blast exposure and overpressure safety
under subsection (b)(1)(B).
``(2) Formal training requirement.--The Secretary shall
ensure that training on the thresholds for blast exposure and
overpressure safety is provided to members of the Armed Forces
before training, deployment, or entering other high-risk
environments where exposure to blast overpressure is likely.
``(3) Central repository.--Not later than January 1, 2027,
the Secretary shall establish a central repository of blast-
related characteristics, such as pressure profiles and common
blast loads associated with specific systems and the
environments in which the systems are used.
``(4) Waivers.--
``(A) Protocols.--The Secretary may waive the
thresholds for blast exposure and overpressure safety
under subsection (b)(1)(B) for operational or training
requirements that the Secretary determines are essential
to national security. The Secretary shall include in
each such waiver a justification for exceeding such
thresholds.
``(B) Tracking system.--The Secretary shall
establish a Department of Defense-wide tracking system
for waivers issued under subparagraph (A) that includes
data contributed by the Secretary of each military
department.
``(C) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Report on waivers.--Not
later than one year after issuing a waiver under
subparagraph (A) and annually thereafter for a period of
five years, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives a report on such waivers that
includes--
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``(i) the number of waivers issued,
disaggregated by military department; and
``(ii) a description of actions taken by the
Secretary concerned to track the health effects of
exceeding thresholds for blast exposure and
overpressure safety on members of the Armed
Forces, document such effects in medical records,
and provide care to such members.'';
(5) in subsection (d)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``or other remote
measurement technology'' after ``wearable sensors''; and
(B) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(4) Weapons use.--Monitoring activities under a pilot
program conducted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be carried out
for any member of the Armed Forces firing tier 1 weapons in
training or combat, as identified by the Secretary of
Defense.''; and
(6) by inserting after subsection (d) the following new
subsection (e):
``(e) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Reports on Warfighter Brain Health
Initiative.--Not later than December 31, 2025, and not less frequently
than annually thereafter for a period of five years, the Secretary of
Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and the House of Representatives a report that includes the following:
``(1) A description of the activities taken under the
Initiative and resources expended under the Initiative during
the prior fiscal year.
``(2) The number of members of the Armed Forces impacted by
blast overpressure and blast exposure in the prior fiscal year,
including--
``(A) the number of members who reported adverse
health effects from blast overpressure or blast
exposure;
``(B) the number of members exposed to blast
overpressure or blast exposure;
``(C) the number of members who received treatment
for injuries related to blast overpressure or blast
exposure, including at facilities of the Department of
Defense and at facilities in the private sector; and
``(D) the type of care that members receive from
facilities of the Department of Defense and the type of
care that members receive from facilities in the private
sector.
``(3) <<NOTE: Summary.>> A summary of the progress made
during the prior fiscal year with respect to the objectives of
the Initiative under subsection (b).
``(4) A description of the steps the Secretary is taking to
ensure that activities under the Initiative are being
implemented across the Department of Defense and the military
departments.''.
SEC. 724. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1071 note.>> BLAST OVERPRESSURE AND
TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY OVERSIGHT STRATEGY
AND ACTION PLAN.
(a) Strategy and Plan Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall
develop and implement a traumatic brain injury oversight strategy and
action plan that includes, at a minimum, the following:
(1) Assigned roles and responsibilities for the components
of the Office of the Secretary of Defense for the mitigation,
identification, and treatment of traumatic brain injury and
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the monitoring and documentation of blast overpressure exposure.
(2) <<NOTE: Guidelines.>> Standardized monitoring,
treatment, and referral guidelines for traumatic brain injury
programs across all covered Armed Forces.
(3) <<NOTE: Review. Update.>> A review and update of the
current brain injury diagnostic tools used by such programs.
(4) <<NOTE: Time period. Standards.>> Standardized, 72-hour
follow-up requirements for all traumatic brain injury patients,
including protocols for the treatment and observation during
such follow-up appointments.
(5) <<NOTE: Standards.>> Oversight and documentation
standards to aid in data collection.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Implementation.--The Secretary shall
implement the oversight strategy and action plan under subsection (a)
not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act.
(c) Submission to GAO.--Upon development of the oversight strategy
and action plan under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to the
Comptroller General of the United States the oversight strategy and
action plan.
(d) Covered Armed Forces Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered Armed Forces'' means the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force,
and Space Force.
SEC. 725. <<NOTE: Deadline. Safety data. 10 USC 1071
note.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF REQUIREMENTS
RELATING TO BLAST OVERPRESSURE EXPOSURE.
Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this
Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish--
(1) performance parameters to minimize exposure to blast
overpressure when drafting requirements for new weapon systems
for the Department of Defense, taking into account the
thresholds for blast exposure and overpressure safety identified
pursuant to section 735(b)(1) of the James M. Inhofe National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-
263; 10 U.S.C. 1071 note), as amended by section 723;
(2) with respect to contractual agreements entered into by
any entity and the Department of Defense as part of the defense
weapon acquisition process on or after the date on which such
parameters are established, a requirement that the entity shall
provide to the Secretary blast overpressure measurements and
safety data for a weapon system procured under such agreement
that produces blast overpressure that exceeds such thresholds;
and
(3) a requirement that any test plan for a new weapon system
shall incorporate testing for blast overpressure measurements
and safety data.
Subtitle D--Studies, Briefings, Reports, and Other Matters
SEC. 731. TREATMENT OF EXPERT MEDICAL OPINIONS WITH RESPECT TO
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CLAIMS BY MEMBERS OF
THE UNIFORMED SERVICES.
Section 2733a of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking ``subsection (g)'' each place it appears and
inserting ``subsection (h)'';
[[Page 138 STAT. 1961]]
(2) in subsection (f)(1), by inserting ``, and information
regarding the qualifications of each such expert who provided an
expert medical opinion'' before the semicolon;
(3) by redesignating subsections (g) through (j) as
subsections (h) through (k), respectively; and
(4) by inserting after subsection (f) the following new
subsection (g):
``(g) Expert Medical Opinions.--In using an expert medical opinion
to evaluate a claim under this section, the Secretary of Defense shall
use the opinion of--
``(1) an individual who is board-certified in the medical
specialty with respect to that claim; or
``(2) if the claim involves medical, dental, or related
health care functions for which board certification does not
apply, an individual who is a highly qualified expert regarding
the relevant medical, dental, or related health care
function.''.
SEC. 732. ANNUAL REPORTS ON MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CLAIMS BY MEMBERS
OF THE UNIFORMED SERVICES.
Subsection (j) of section 2733a of title 10, United States Code, as
redesignated by section 731, is amended to read as follows:
``(j) <<NOTE: Termination date.>> Annual Reports.--Not less
frequently than annually until 2028, the Secretary of Defense shall
submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives a report on claims processed under this section that
includes, with respect to the period covered by the report, the
following:
``(1) The number of claims processed under this section.
``(2) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> The average timeline for resolving
such claims.
``(3) The resolution of each such claim.
``(4) The number of claims that were denied based on the
claim not meeting one or more requirement specified in
subsection (b) (other than for not being substantiated pursuant
to paragraph (6)), disaggregated by each such requirement.
``(5) Any other information that the Secretary determines
may enhance the effectiveness of the claims process under this
section.''.
SEC. 733. EXPANSION OF LICENSE RECIPROCITY FOR VETERINARIANS OF
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
Section 1060c of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in the section heading, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 1030.>> by
striking ``in emergencies'';
(2) in subsection (a), by striking ``for the purposes
described in subsection (c)''; and
(3) by striking subsection (c).
SEC. 734. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1071 note.>> MEDICAL COUNTERMEASURES FOR
OVERSEAS PERSONNEL OF THE DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE FOR ACUTE RADIATION SYNDROME AND
THERMAL BURNS.
(a) Program Required.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish a
program to develop requirements for the procurement, pre-positioning,
and maintenance of medical countermeasures approved, cleared, licensed,
or authorized by the Food and Drug Administration to diagnose, prevent,
and treat acute radiation syndrome and thermal burns for use by covered
personnel.
(b) Program Specifications.--In carrying out the program required by
subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall consider,
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in coordination with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the
commanders of the combatant commands, the following:
(1) The number of covered personnel in areas in which the
use of tactical nuclear weapons is a substantial threat.
(2) Peer-reviewed and published scientific studies regarding
safety and efficacy of the potential countermeasures described
in subsection (a).
(3) Operational requirements of the Department.
(4) Appropriate doctrine, training, and operational plans
for effective use of such countermeasures.
(5) A feasible schedule for implementation of the program.
(c) Covered Personnel Defined.--In this section, the term ``covered
personnel'' means--
(1) members of the Armed Forces deployed outside the United
States; and
(2) civilian employees of the Department of Defense deployed
outside the United States.
SEC. 735. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1074 note.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF INDO-
PACIFIC MEDICAL READINESS PROGRAM.
(a) Establishment.--
(1) In general.--Not later than January 1, 2026, the
Secretary of Defense shall establish a medical readiness program
(referred to in this section as the ``Program'') to partner with
countries in the Indo-Pacific region to gain access to foreign
medical facilities during peacetime and wartime operations and
maintain military-wide strategies for medical readiness in the
region.
(2) Objective.--The objective of the Program shall be to
promote the medical readiness of the Armed Forces and the
military forces of partner countries for missions during
peacetime and wartime operations by--
(A) reducing the movement and distance associated
with patient care;
(B) increasing the medical capacity of the
Department of Defense by expanding patient access to
medical facilities across the Indo-Pacific region, where
and when appropriate;
(C) enhancing medical evacuation capabilities needed
in carrying out subparagraphs (A) and (B);
(D) accrediting foreign medical facilities, which
will standardize medical procedures, patient care, and
policies related to treating members of the Armed Forces
and their dependents;
(E) enhancing interoperability and
interchangeability through shared patient record
management, medical equipment commonality, and
coordination of medical care; and
(F) identifying any medical support and capability
gaps relating to medical personnel and equipment.
(3) Activities.--In carrying out the Program, the Secretary
shall--
(A) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> assess and integrate
current medical capabilities and capacities of the
Department of Defense in the Indo-Pacific region into
the Program;
(B) <<NOTE: Standards. Evaluation.>> select an
appropriate standard of accreditation to evaluate and
accredit foreign medical facilities;
(C) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> coordinate with partner
countries to identify and evaluate medical facilities
for the Program;
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(D) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> establish agreements with
foreign medical facilities for potential use of the
Program;
(E) <<NOTE: Policies. Procedures.>> establish
policies and procedures--
(i) to reduce patient movement times in
various countries in the Indo-Pacific region
during peacetime and wartime operations;
(ii) to standardize medical procedures,
patient care, and policies;
(iii) to securely share patient data with
foreign countries, when appropriate, such as
during a contingency;
(iv) with respect to medical equipment
commonality and interchangeability; and
(v) with respect to the coordination of
medical care; and
(F) integrate the Program into operational plans of
the combatant commands.
(b) Strategy.--
(1) In general.--Not later than September 30, 2025, the
Secretary shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of
the Senate and the House of Representatives a strategy for the
implementation of the Program.
(2) Elements.--The strategy under paragraph (1) shall
include the following:
(A) A governance structure for the Program,
including--
(i) the officials tasked to oversee the
Program;
(ii) the functions and duties of such
officials with respect to establishing and
maintaining the Program; and
(iii) mechanisms for coordinating with partner
countries selected to participate in the Program.
(B) With respect to the selection of partner
countries initially selected to participate in the
Program--
(i) an identification of each such country;
(ii) the rationale for selecting each such
country; and
(iii) any other information the Secretary
considers appropriate.
(C) <<NOTE: Time period.>> A campaign of objectives
for the first three fiscal years after the date of the
establishment of the Program, including--
(i) a description of, and a rational for
selecting, such objectives;
(ii) an identification of milestones toward
achieving such objectives; and
(iii) metrics for evaluating success in
achieving such objectives.
(D) A description of opportunities and potential
timelines for future Program expansion, as appropriate.
(E) <<NOTE: List.>> A list of additional
authorities, appropriations, or other congressional
support necessary to ensure the success of the Program.
(F) Any other information the Secretary considers
appropriate.
(3) Form.--The strategy under paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified
annex.
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(c) Report.--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period. Termination date.>> In general.--
Not later than October 1, 2026, and annually thereafter until
October 1, 2035, the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a
report on the Program.
(2) Elements.--Each report under paragraph (1) shall include
the following:
(A) <<NOTE: Summary.>> A narrative summary of
activities conducted as part of the Program during the
preceding fiscal year.
(B) <<NOTE: Time period.>> A campaign of objectives
for the three fiscal years after the date of submission
of the report, including--
(i) a description of, and a rational for
selecting, such objectives;
(ii) an identification of milestones toward
achieving such objectives; and
(iii) metrics for evaluating success in
achieving such objectives.
(C) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Except in the case of the
initial report, an assessment of progress toward the
objectives specified in subparagraph (C) that were
included in the report for the preceding fiscal year, as
evaluated using the metrics described in clause (iii) of
such subparagraph.
(D) A description of opportunities and potential
timelines for future Program expansion, as appropriate.
(E) Any other information the Secretary considers
appropriate.
(3) Form.--Each report required by paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified
annex.
SEC. 736. REPORTS ON SUICIDE AMONG MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES AND
SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
Section 741(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92; 133 Stat. 1467) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``January 31, 2021'' and
inserting ``January 31, 2031''; and
(2) in paragraph (2)--
(A) by redesignating subparagraphs (F) through (J)
as subparagraphs (I) through (M), respectively; and
(B) by inserting after subparagraph (E) the
following new subparagraphs:
``(F) The number of suicides identified under
subparagraph (A) disaggregated by the military
occupational specialty (or other similar classification,
rating, or specialty code) of the member, excluding such
specialities that the Secretary determines would not
provide statistically valid data.
``(G) <<NOTE: Records. Data. Determination.>> A
compilation of suicide data by military occupational
specialty covered under subparagraph (F) to determine
which military career fields have a higher per capita
suicide rate compared to--
``(i) other military career fields for the
same time period;
``(ii) the overall suicide rate for each Armed
Force for the same time period;
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``(iii) the overall suicide rate for the
Department of Defense for the same time period;
and
``(iv) the national suicide rate for the same
time period.
``(H) The number of suicides identified under
subparagraph (A) disaggregated by the age of the
member.''.
SEC. 737. <<NOTE: Analyses.>> STUDY OF IMMUNE RESPONSE AND OTHER
EFFECTS ON MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES
REGARDING COVID-19 VACCINES.
(a) Study Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall conduct a study
of immune response to the COVID-19 vaccines, immune response to COVID-19
infections, and other effects regarding COVID-19.
(b) <<NOTE: Review.>> Assessments.--The study under subsection (a)
shall consist of a review and analysis of existing valid scientific data
to assess the following:
(1) Immune responses to the most prevalent COVID-19
vaccines.
(2) The efficacy of each such vaccine, including in
comparison to infection-acquired immunity.
(3) Adverse events occurring in individuals in response to
COVID-19 vaccines.
(c) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Additional Study Authorized.--After
conducting the study under subsection (a), the Secretary may conduct a
research study analyzing blood samples from research volunteers to
collect and analyze additional data pertaining to the matters specified
in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of subsection (b) if the Secretary
determines the following:
(1) The study fails to produce valid conclusions pertinent
to the medical readiness of the members of the Armed Forces.
(2) Such research study is likely to produce meaningful
additional data to improve the medical readiness of the members
of the Armed Forces.
(d) Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after conducting the study
under subsection (a), the Secretary shall provide to the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives a briefing on
such study and the conclusions of the study.
SEC. 738. ANNUAL REPORT ON RECRUITMENT DELAYS RELATING TO MEDICAL
CONDITIONS.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Reports.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for three
years, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional
defense committees a report on the efforts of the Secretary to address
recruitment delays associated with medical conditions of applicants for
service in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Space Force.
(b) Elements.--Each report under subsection (a) shall include, for
the period covered by the report, the following:
(1) The average number of days between the date on which
Military Entrance Processing Stations personnel accept the
applicant prescreen and the date of the first recorded contact
for such applicant, disaggregated by military department.
(2) The average number of days for medical waiver
processing, disaggregated by military department.
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(3) The number of medical waivers processed by each military
department, including a breakdown of those that were approved
and denied and the associated disqualifications requiring a
medical waiver.
(4) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of the efforts of
the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of each military
department to address the recruitment delays specified in
subsection (a).
(5) <<NOTE: Assessment. Plans.>> An assessment of the plans
of the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of each military
department to further address those delays.
SEC. 739. PLAN TO IMPROVE ACCESS BY MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES TO
SAFE, HIGH-QUALITY PHARMACEUTICALS.
(a) Requirement.--The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the
Military Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Vulnerability Working Group
established under section 716 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 304), shall develop a
plan to improve access by members of the Armed Forces to safe, high-
quality pharmaceutical products and eliminate or mitigate risks in the
pharmacy supply chain of the Department of Defense.
(b) Elements.--The plan under subsection (a) shall include the
following:
(1) Improvement of visibility and analytics of the country
of origin and sources of supply of finished drugs, active
pharmaceutical ingredients, key starting material, and other
ingredients of pharmaceutical products.
(2) Engagement with suppliers of pharmaceutical products
with unknown country of origin to determine the source of active
pharmaceutical ingredients and key starting material.
(3) Elimination or reduction of reliance on pharmacy supply
chain sources that are high risk or very-high risk.
(4) A plan for transition to available viable therapeutic
active pharmaceutical ingredients and key starting material
alternatives that are domestically sourced or compliant with
requirements under the Trade Agreements Act of 1979 (19 U.S.C.
2501 et seq.).
(5) Validation of sources of supplies and production
capacity from domestic pharmaceutical manufacturers or
manufacturers in compliance with requirements under the Trade
Agreements Act of 1979.
(6) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Assessment of the feasibility and
advisability of establishing a pharmaceutical manufacturing
facility owned by the Department of Defense, including
requirements for construction, equipment acquisition, other
resource needs, and projected multi-year budget and time
schedule requirements.
(7) Identification of any other legislative or
administrative authorities necessary to determine the
feasibility and advisability of establishing such a facility.
(8) Collaboration with Federal agencies determined
appropriate by the Secretary of Defense on all elements of the
plan.
(c) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Briefing Required.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and the House of Representatives a briefing on the plan under subsection
(a), including an assessment of the feasibility and advisability of
implementing the plan.
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SEC. 740. <<NOTE: Waiver. 10 USC note prec. 501.>> PILOT PROGRAM
ON DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY TO APPROVE
RESERVE COMPONENT RECRUITS WITH CERTAIN
MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
(a) Pilot Program.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall implement a pilot
program to authorize each Secretary concerned (as defined in section
101(a) of title 10, United States Code) to delegate authority to the
Commander of the United States Military Entrance Processing Command to
approve a service medical waiver for an individual to be enlisted or
appointed in a reserve component for a medical condition the Secretary
concerned identifies under subsection (c).
(b) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Medical Consultation Process.--If a
Secretary concerned delegates authority to the Commander under the pilot
program, the Secretary concerned shall establish a medical consultation
process for the Commander to seek input from the Secretary concerned if
a health care provider of the United States Military Entrance Processing
Command determines that more specific medical guidance on fitness for
duty is needed from the Secretary concerned before approving a service
medical waiver for a medical condition described in subsection (c).
(c) Medical Conditions Identified.--If a Secretary concerned
delegates authority to the Commander under the pilot program, the
Secretary concerned shall identify not more than three preexisting
disqualifying conditions under Department of Defense Instruction 6130.03
that regularly or automatically receive medical waivers under the
policies of the Secretary concerned as of the date of the enactment of
this Act.
(d) Duration.--The Secretary of Defense shall carry out the pilot
program for a two-year period.
(e) Briefing; Report.--
(1) <<NOTE: List.>> Briefing.--Not later than 90 days after
the date on which the Secretary of Defense commences carrying
out the pilot program, the Secretary shall provide to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a briefing describing the implementation of the
pilot program, including a list of the medical conditions
identified under subsection (c).
(2) Report.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which
the Secretary concludes the pilot program, the Secretary shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the
results of the pilot program, including--
(A) the number of service medical waivers issued,
disaggregated by medical condition identified under
subsection (c);
(B) <<NOTE: Risk assessment.>> a risk assessment of
implementation of the pilot program;
(C) a comparison of the average number of days to
review and adjudicate medical waivers before and during
the pilot program; and
(D) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> a recommendation on
whether to make the authority under the pilot program
permanent.
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TITLE VIII--ACQUISITION POLICY, ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT, AND RELATED
MATTERS
Subtitle A--Acquisition Policy and Management
Sec. 801. Modifications to guidelines and collection method for
acquisition of cost data.
Sec. 802. Limitation on certain options for cost contracts.
Sec. 803. Treatment of unilateral definitization of a contract as a
final decision.
Sec. 804. Middle tier of acquisition for rapid prototyping and rapid
fielding.
Sec. 805. Revision and codification of software acquisition pathways.
Sec. 806. Streamlining of Milestone A requirements.
Sec. 807. Streamlining of Milestone B requirements.
Sec. 808. Notice of contract cancellation or termination relating to
remote or isolated installations.
Sec. 809. Cost growth reports for major acquisition programs that are
highly sensitive classified programs.
Subtitle B--Amendments to General Contracting Authorities, Procedures,
and Limitations
Sec. 811. Repeal of and modification to certain defense acquisition
laws.
Sec. 812. Modification to limitation on acquisition of excess supplies.
Sec. 813. Modifications to Comptroller General assessment of acquisition
programs.
Sec. 814. Modifications to commercial product and commercial service
determinations.
Sec. 815. Application of recent price history to cost or pricing data
requirements.
Sec. 816. Modifications to authority to carry out certain prototype
projects using other transaction authority.
Sec. 817. Clarification of other transaction authority for follow on
production.
Sec. 818. Clarification of other transaction authority for facility
repair.
Sec. 819. Open interface standards for contracts of the Department of
Defense.
Sec. 820. Updates to earned value management system requirements.
Sec. 821. Inclusion of Japan and the Republic of Korea in contested
logistics demonstration and prototyping program.
Sec. 822. Avoidance of use of lowest price technically acceptable source
selection criteria for procurement of munitions response
services.
Sec. 823. Use of fixed-price type contracts for certain shipbuilding
programs.
Sec. 824. Extension of temporary authority to modify certain contracts
and options based on the effects of inflation.
Subtitle C--Provisions Relating to Workforce Development
Sec. 831. Modification to the term of appointment of the President of
the Defense Acquisition University.
Sec. 832. Updated acquisition and sustainment training.
Sec. 833. Extension of demonstration project relating to certain
acquisition personnel management policies and procedures.
Sec. 834. Performance incentives related to commercial product and
commercial service determinations.
Sec. 835. Modification to extramural acquisition innovation and research
activities.
Sec. 836. Prohibition on the transfer of certain data on employees of
the Department of Defense to third parties.
Sec. 837. Modifications to contractor employee protections from reprisal
for disclosure of certain information.
Sec. 838. Detail authority for Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
to provide technology transition support.
Sec. 839. Employment transparency regarding individuals who perform work
in, for, or are subject to the laws or control of the
People's Republic of China.
Sec. 840. Designation of program executive office for acquisition of
open-source intelligence tools for Army.
Subtitle D--Provisions Relating to Supply Chains and Domestic Sourcing
Sec. 841. Enhancing requirements for information relating to supply
chain risk.
Sec. 842. Domestic production of stainless steel flatware and
dinnerware.
Sec. 843. Clarification of exception to Berry Amendment requirements for
procurement of vessels in foreign waters.
Sec. 844. Technical edits to sourcing requirements for strategic
materials and sensitive materials.
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Sec. 845. Amendment to requirement to buy strategic materials critical
to national security from American sources.
Sec. 846. Modification to miscellaneous limitations on the procurement
of goods other than United States goods.
Sec. 847. Inclusion of recycled and reused minerals and metals in
preference for sourcing of strategic and critical materials.
Sec. 848. Domestic nonavailability determinations list.
Sec. 849. Supply chain illumination incentives.
Sec. 850. Report and updated guidance on continued risk management for
pharmaceutical supply chains of Department of Defense.
Subtitle E--Prohibitions and Limitations on Procurement
Sec. 851. Prohibition on contracting with covered entities that contract
with lobbyists for Chinese military companies.
Sec. 852. Notification of changes to certain transportation contracts.
Sec. 853. Prohibition on procurement of covered semiconductor products
and services from companies providing covered semiconductor
products and services to Huawei.
Sec. 854. Prohibition on contracts for online tutoring services.
Sec. 855. Limitation on availability of funds for covered contractors
engaged in an anti-Israel boycott.
Sec. 856. Procurement of cleaning products.
Sec. 857. Plan for production of covered munitions for procurement by
the Department of Defense.
Sec. 858. Procurement of covered hearing protection devices.
Subtitle F--Industrial Base Matters
Sec. 861. Codification and modification of pilot program to accelerate
the procurement and fielding of innovative technologies.
Sec. 862. Program for distribution support and services for contractors.
Sec. 863. Extension of the pilot program for streamlining awards for
innovative technology projects.
Sec. 864. Use of capability-based analysis of price of goods or services
offered by nontraditional defense contractors.
Sec. 865. Qualification of industrial capabilities.
Sec. 866. Solid rocket motor industrial base.
Sec. 867. Promulgate guidance relating to certain Department of Defense
contracts.
Subtitle G--Small Business Matters
Sec. 871. Pilot program for the participation of military research and
educational institutions in the STTR program.
Sec. 872. Department of Defense pilot program for preliminary
calculation estimates for certain programs.
Sec. 873. Boots to Business Program.
Sec. 874. Establishment of pilot program for access to shared classified
commercial infrastructure.
Sec. 875. Accessibility and clarity in covered notices for small
business concerns.
Sec. 876. Small Business Bill of Rights.
Subtitle H--Other Matters
Sec. 881. Clarification of waiver authority for organizational and
consultant conflicts of interest.
Sec. 882. Reverse engineering or re-engineering for production of items.
Sec. 883. Procurement of Department of Defense batteries.
Sec. 884. Advisory panel on the requirements process of the Department
of Defense.
Sec. 885. Proposal for payment of costs for certain Government
Accountability Office bid protests.
Sec. 886. Briefings, certification, and limitation on availability of
funds related to fuel services financial management
contracts.
Sec. 887. Implementation of Comptroller General recommendations relating
to certain spare parts for F-35 aircraft.
Sec. 888. Tracking awards made through other transaction authority.
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Subtitle A--Acquisition Policy and Management
SEC. 801. MODIFICATIONS TO GUIDELINES AND COLLECTION METHOD FOR
ACQUISITION OF COST DATA.
Section 3227(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``$100,000,000'' and inserting ``an amount described in section
3041(c)(1) of this title''.
SEC. 802. LIMITATION ON CERTAIN OPTIONS FOR COST CONTRACTS.
(a) Amendments.--Section 3322 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(d) Limitation on Certain Options.--
``(1) In general.--Except as provided by paragraph (2), a
covered contract shall limit the number of low-rate production
lots for any production quantities procured using fixed-priced
options under such covered contract to not more than one.
``(2) Waiver.--
``(A) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--The
service acquisition executive of the military department
concerned or, in the case of program that is a joint
program, the Secretary of Defense may waive the limit
required under paragraph (1) with respect to the number
of low-rate production lots for a production quantity
under a covered contract if such service acquisition
executive or the Secretary of Defense, as applicable,
determines that such waiver is in the best interest of
the Department of Defense.
``(B) Delegation limit.--Neither a service
acquisition executive nor the Secretary of Defense may
delegate the authority under subparagraph (A) to waive
the limit required under paragraph (1) below the level
of a service acquisition executive.
``(3) Definitions.--In this subsection:
``(A) The term `covered contract' means a cost
reimbursement contract for the development of a major
system.
``(B) The term `low-rate initial production' has the
same meaning as in section 4231 of this title.
``(C) The term `major system' has the meaning given
such term in section 3041 of this title.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. Revision. 10 USC 3322 note.>> Conforming
Regulations.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of
this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall revise the Department of
Defense Supplement to the Federal Acquisition Regulation to implement
subsection (d) of section 3322 of title 10, United States Code, as added
by subsection (a) of this section.
SEC. 803. TREATMENT OF UNILATERAL DEFINITIZATION OF A CONTRACT AS
A FINAL DECISION.
Section 3372(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (3) as
subparagraphs (A) through (C), respectively, and moving such
subparagraphs, as so redesignated, 2 ems to the right;
(2) by striking ``Officer.--With respect to'' and inserting
the following: ``Officer.--
``(1) In general.--With respect to''; and
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(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(2) Treatment of unilateral definitization of a contract
as a final decision.--A unilateral definitization by a
contracting officer shall be considered a final decision under
chapter 71 of title 41, and a contractor may appeal this
decision to the Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals or the
United States Court of Federal Claims.''.
SEC. 804. MIDDLE TIER OF ACQUISITION FOR RAPID PROTOTYPING AND
RAPID FIELDING.
(a) In General.--Chapter 253 of title 10, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
3601.>> United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the
following new section:
``Sec. 3602. <<NOTE: 10 USC 3602.>> Middle tier of acquisition for
rapid prototyping and rapid fielding
``(a) <<NOTE: Process.>> Guidance Required.--The Under Secretary of
Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, in consultation with the
Comptroller of the Department of Defense and the Vice Chairman of the
Joint Chiefs of Staff, shall establish pathways as described under
subsection (b) to establish a process for conducting middle tier
acquisitions for programs or projects that are intended to be completed
in a period of two to five years.
``(b) Acquisition Pathways.--The Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment shall establish the following two
acquisition pathways:
``(1) Rapid prototyping.--The rapid prototyping pathway
shall provide for the use of innovative technologies to rapidly
develop fieldable prototypes to demonstrate new capabilities and
meet emerging military needs. The objective of an acquisition
program or project under this pathway shall be to field a
prototype that can be demonstrated in an operational environment
and provide for a residual operational capability within five
years of the development of an approved requirement.
``(2) Rapid fielding.--The rapid fielding pathway shall
provide for the use of proven technologies to field production
quantities of new or upgraded systems with minimal development
required. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> The objective of an acquisition
program or project under this pathway shall be to begin
production within six months and complete fielding within five
years of the development of an approved requirement.
``(c) Expedited Process.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--Before using the
authority under this section, the Under Secretary shall develop
a streamlined and coordinated requirements, budget, and
acquisition process that results in the development of an
approved requirement for each acquisition program or project in
a period of not more than six months from the time that the
process is initiated. Programs or projects carried out under the
authority of this section shall not be subject to the Joint
Capabilities Integration and Development System Manual and
Department of Defense Directive 5000.01.
``(2) Rapid prototyping.--With respect to the rapid
prototyping pathway, the process described in paragraph (1)
shall include--
``(A) a merit-based process for the consideration of
innovative technologies and new capabilities to meet
needs
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communicated by the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the
combatant commanders;
``(B) a process for developing and implementing
acquisition and funding strategies for a program or
project to be carried out under such pathway;
``(C) a process for demonstrating and evaluating the
performance of fieldable prototypes developed pursuant
to such program or project in an operational
environment;
``(D) a process for transitioning successful
prototypes to new or existing acquisition programs for
production and fielding under the rapid fielding pathway
or the major capability acquisition pathway (as defined
under Department of Defense Instruction 5000.85 or
successor instruction); and
``(E) a process for iterating prototyping and
fielding within the rapid prototyping pathway that may
use a process described in paragraph (4)(F).
``(3) Rapid fielding.--With respect to the rapid fielding
pathway, the process described in paragraph (1) shall include--
``(A) a merit-based process for the consideration of
existing products and proven technologies to meet needs
communicated by the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the
combatant commanders;
``(B) a process for demonstrating performance and
evaluating for current operational purposes the proposed
products and technologies;
``(C) a process for developing and implementing
acquisition and funding strategies for a program or
project to be carried out under such pathway;
``(D) a process for considering lifecycle costs and
addressing issues of logistics support and system
interoperability; and
``(E) a process for identifying and exploiting
opportunities to use the rapid fielding pathway to
reduce total ownership costs.
``(4) Streamlined procedures.--The process described in
paragraph (1) may provide for any of the following streamlined
procedures:
``(A) <<NOTE: Appointment.>> The service acquisition
executive of the military department concerned may
appoint a program manager for a program or project for
which the authority under this section is used from
among candidates from among civilian employees or
members of the armed forces who have significant and
relevant experience managing large and complex programs.
``(B) A program manager appointed under subparagraph
(A) may be provided staff positions for a technical
staff, including experts in business management, cost
estimation, contracting, auditing, engineering,
certification, testing, and logistics, to enable the
program manager to manage the program without the
technical assistance of another element of the
Department of Defense to the maximum extent practicable.
``(C) A program manager appointed under subparagraph
(A) may, in coordination with the users of the good or
service to be acquired under such a program or project
and the test community, to make trade-offs among life-
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cycle costs, requirements, and schedules to meet the
goals of the program or project.
``(D) Each service acquisition executive, acting in
coordination with the defense acquisition executive, may
serve as the decision authority for a program or project
for which the authority under this section is used, or
shall delegate such decision authority.
``(E) <<NOTE: Waiver. Determination.>> A program
manager appointed under subparagraph (A) may seek an
expedited waiver from any regulatory requirement, or in
the case of a statutory requirement, a waiver from
Congress, that the program manager determines adds cost,
schedule, or performance delays with little or no value
to the management of such program or project.
``(F) <<NOTE: Time period.>> If an operational
capability is fielded for a program or project for which
the authority under this section is used, the
appropriate service acquisition executive may permit
continuous iterative prototyping and fielding under the
same program or project for an unlimited number of
subsequent periods, where each period is intended to be
five years.''.
(b) Repeal of Superseded Authority.--Section 804 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10
U.S.C. 3201 note prec.) is repealed.
(c) Conforming Amendments.--
(1) Section 3601 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(A) in subsection (a)--
(i) in paragraph (1)(B), by striking ``section
804 rapid acquisition pathway'' and inserting
``rapid acquisition pathway'';
(ii) by amending paragraph (2) to read as
follows:
``(2) <<NOTE: Definition.>> Rapid acquisition pathway
defined.--In this section, the term `rapid acquisition pathway'
means the rapid prototyping or the rapid fielding acquisition
pathway authorized under section 3602 of this title.'';
(B) in subsection (b)(4), by striking ``the guidance
developed under section 804(a) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-
92; 10 U.S.C. 3201 note prec.)'' and inserting ``section
3602 of this title''; and
(C) in subsection (c), by striking ``section 804
rapid acquisition pathway'' each place it appears and
inserting ``rapid acquisition pathway''.
(2) Section 4201(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``section 804 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10
U.S.C. 3201 note prec.)'' and inserting ``section 3602 of this
title''.
(3) Section 4324(d)(5)(B) of title 10, United States Code,
is amended by striking ``section 804 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10
U.S.C. 2302 note)'' and inserting ``section 3602 of this
title''.
(4) Section 4423(e) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by striking ``section 804 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10
U.S.C. 2302 note)'' and inserting ``section 3602 of this
title''.
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(5) Section 810 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 4067 note) is
amended by striking ``section 804 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10
U.S.C. 3201 note prec.)'' and inserting ``section 3602 of title
10, United States Code''.
(6) Section 1608 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 2271 note) is
amended by striking ``section 804 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10
U.S.C. 3201 note prec.)'' and inserting ``section 3602 of title
10, United States Code''.
(7) Section 807(e)(4) of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 11-283; 10 U.S.C. 9081
note) is amended by striking ``section 804 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-
92; 10 U.S.C. 2302 note)'' and inserting ``section 3602 of title
10, United States Code''.
(8) Section 884(c)(2)(E) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 10
U.S.C. 4291 note prec.) <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 4292.>> is
amended by striking ``section 804 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10
U.S.C. 2302 note)'' and inserting ``section 3602 of title 10,
United States Code''.
SEC. 805. REVISION AND CODIFICATION OF SOFTWARE ACQUISITION
PATHWAYS.
(a) In General.--Chapter 253 of title 10, United States Code, as
amended by section 804, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 3601.>> is further amended
by adding at the end the following new section:
``Sec. 3603. <<NOTE: 10 USC 3603.>> Software acquisition pathways
``(a) Software Acquisition and Development Pathways.--The Secretary
of Defense shall establish pathways as described under subsection (b) to
provide for the efficient and effective acquisition, development,
integration, and timely delivery of software and covered hardware. Such
a pathway shall include the following:
``(b) Pathways.--The Secretary of Defense may establish as many
pathways under this section as the Secretary determines appropriate and
shall establish the following pathways:
``(1) Applications.--The applications pathway shall provide
for the use of rapid development and implementation of
applications and other software or software improvements
operated by the Department of Defense, which may include
applications and associated procurement of covered hardware
(including modifications of a type not customarily available in
the commercial marketplace to meet Department requirements),
commercially available cloud computing platforms, and other
nondevelopmental items.
``(2) Embedded systems.--The embedded systems pathway shall
provide for the rapid development and insertion of upgrades and
improvements for software and covered hardware embedded in
weapon systems and other hardware systems unique to the
Department of Defense.
``(c) Requirements for Pathways.--A pathway established under this
section shall provide for the use of proven technologies
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and solutions to continuously engineer and deliver capabilities for
software and covered hardware.
``(d) Considerations for Use of Authority.--In using the authority
under this section, the Secretary shall consider how such use will--
``(1) initiate the engineering of new software capabilities
quickly and, if applicable, the integration of such capabilities
into covered hardware;
``(2) demonstrate the viability and effectiveness of such
capabilities for operational use not later than one year after
the date on which funds are first obligated to acquire or
develop software; and
``(3) allow for the continuous updating and delivery of new
capabilities not less frequently than annually to iteratively
meet a requirement.
``(e) Treatment Not as Major Defense Acquisition Program.--Software
and covered hardware acquired or developed using the authority under
this section shall not be treated as a major defense acquisition program
for purposes of section 4201 of title 10, United States Code, or
Department of Defense Directive 5000.01 without the specific designation
of such software and covered hardware by the Under Secretary of Defense
for Acquisition and Sustainment or a service acquisition executive.
``(f) Risk-based Approach.--The Secretary of Defense shall use a
risk-based approach for the consideration of innovative technologies and
new capabilities for software and covered hardware to be acquired or
developed under this authority to meet needs communicated by the Joint
Chiefs of Staff and the combatant commanders.
``(g) Expedited Process.--
``(1) In general.--A pathway established under this section
shall provide for--
``(A) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> a streamlined and
coordinated requirements, budget, and acquisition
process to support rapid fielding of software
applications and of software upgrades to embedded
systems for operational use in a period of not more than
one year from the time that the process is initiated;
``(B) <<NOTE: Data.>> the collection of data on
software and covered hardware fielded; and
``(C) continuous engagement with the users of
software and covered hardware to support--
``(i) engineering activities of the Department
of Defense; and
``(ii) delivery of software and covered
hardware for operational use in periods of not
more than one year.
``(2) Expedited software requirements process.--
``(A) Inapplicability of joint capabilities
integration and development system manual.--Software and
covered hardware acquisition or development conducted
under the authority of this section shall not be subject
to the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development
System Manual, except pursuant to a modified process
specifically provided for the acquisition or development
of software by the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of
Staff, in consultation with Under Secretary of Defense
for
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Acquisition and Sustainment and each service acquisition
executive.
``(B) Inapplicability of defense acquisition system
directive.--Software and covered hardware acquisition or
development conducted under the authority of this
section shall not be subject to Department of Defense
Directive 5000.01, except when specifically provided for
the acquisition or development of software by the Under
Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, in
consultation with the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs
of Staff and each service acquisition executive.
``(h) Elements.--In implementing a pathway established under the
authority of this section, the Secretary shall tailor requirements
relating to--
``(1) iterative development of requirements for software and
covered hardware to be acquired or developed under the authority
of this section through engagement with the user community and
through user feedback, in order to continuously define and
update priorities for such requirements;
``(2) early identification of the warfighter or user needs
including the rationale for how software and covered hardware to
be acquired or developed under the authority of this section
will be tailored to address such needs;
``(3) initial contract requirements and format, including
the use of summary-level lists of problems in existing software
and desired features or capabilities of new or upgraded
software;
``(4) continuous refinement and prioritization of contract
requirements, informed by continuous engagement with users
throughout the period of development and implementation of
software and covered hardware to be acquired or developed under
this section;
``(5) continuous consideration of issues related to
lifecycle costs, technical data rights, and systems
interoperability;
``(6) planning for support of capabilities of software to be
acquired or developed under this section if the software
developer stops supporting the software;
``(7) rapid contracting procedures, including expedited
timeframes for making awards, selecting contract types, defining
teaming arrangements, and defining options;
``(8) program execution processes, including supporting
development and test infrastructure, automation and tools,
digital engineering, data collection and sharing with Department
of Defense stakeholders and with Congress, the role of
developmental and operational testing activities, key decision-
making and oversight events, and supporting processes and
activities (such as independent costing activity, operational
demonstration, and performance metrics);
``(9) assurances that cybersecurity metrics of the software
to be acquired or developed, such as metrics relating to the
density of vulnerabilities within the code of such software, the
time from vulnerability identification to patch availability,
the existence of common weaknesses within such code, and other
cybersecurity metrics based on widely-recognized standards and
industry best practices, are generated and made available to the
Department of Defense and the congressional defense committees;
[[Page 138 STAT. 1977]]
``(10) administrative procedures, including procedures
relating to who may initiate and approve an acquisition under
this authority, the roles and responsibilities of persons
implementing or supporting the use of authority under this
section, team selection and staffing process, governance and
oversight roles and responsibilities, and appropriate
independent technology assessments, testing, and cost estimation
(including relevant thresholds or designation criteria);
``(11) mechanisms and waivers designed to ensure flexibility
in the implementation of a pathway under this section, including
the use of other transaction authority, broad agency
announcements, and other procedures; and
``(12) mechanisms the Secretary will use for appropriate
reporting to Congress on the use of the authority under this
section, including notice of initiation of the use of a pathway
and data regarding individual programs or acquisition
activities, how acquisition activities are reflected in budget
justification materials or requests to reprogram appropriated
funds, and compliance with other reporting requirements.
``(i) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `covered hardware' means hardware--
``(A) that is a commercial product (as defined in
section 103 of title 41) or a nondevelopmental item; and
``(B) in which software acquired under this section
is embedded.
``(2) The term `nondevelopmental item' has the meaning given
in section 110 of title 41.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. 10 USC 3603 note.>> Guidance Required.--Not
later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of Defense shall issue or modify guidance to implement the
requirements of this section.
(c) Repeal of Superseded Authority.--
(1) Repeal.--Section 800 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92; 10
U.S.C. 4571 note) is repealed.
(2) Conforming amendment.--Section 807(e)(1) of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-
283; 10 U.S.C. 9081 note) is amended by striking ``section 800
of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020
(Public Law 116-92; 133 Stat. 1478; 10 U.S.C. 2223a note)'' and
inserting ``section 3603 of title 10, United States Code''.
SEC. 806. STREAMLINING OF MILESTONE A REQUIREMENTS.
(a) Streamlining.--
(1) In general.--Section 4251 of title 10, United States
Code, is amended--
(A) in the section heading, by striking
``determination required'' and inserting ``factors to be
considered'';
(B) in subsection (a)(2)--
(i) by striking ``the Secretary of the
military department concerned and the Chief of the
armed forces concerned concur in''; and
(ii) by inserting ``do not overly constrain
future trade space'' after ``with regard to the
program'';
(C) by amending subsection (b) to read as follows:
[[Page 138 STAT. 1978]]
``(b) Factors to Be Considered for Milestone a Approval.--A major
defense acquisition program or subprogram may not receive Milestone A
approval or otherwise be initiated prior to Milestone B approval until
the milestone decision authority confirms that the following factors
were considered in the decision to grant Milestone A approval:
``(1) The program or subprogram fulfills an approved
requirements document.
``(2) The program or subprogram has conducted appropriate
market research.
``(3) With respect to any identified areas of risk, there is
a plan to reduce the risk.
``(4) Planning for sustainment has been addressed.
``(5) An analysis of alternatives has been performed
consistent with study guidance developed by the Director of Cost
Assessment and Program Evaluation, or in lieu of an analysis of
alternatives, early experimentation with a combatant commander
has been conducted.
``(6) A life cycle cost estimate for the program or
subprogram has been submitted by the component and that the
level of resources required to complete the technology
maturation and risk reduction phase of the program is sufficient
for successful program execution.
``(7) The program or subprogram meets any other
considerations the milestone decision authority considers
relevant.'';
(D) by redesignating subsections (c) and (d) as
subsections (d) and (e), respectively;
(E) by inserting after subsection (b) the following
new subsection:
``(c) Written Record of a Milestone Decision.--The milestone
decision authority shall issue a written record of a milestone decision
at the time that Milestone A approval is granted. <<NOTE: Compliance.>>
The record shall confirm compliance with subsection (b) and specifically
state that the milestone decision authority considered the factors
described in such subsection prior to the decision to grant milestone
approval. The milestone decision authority shall retain records of the
basis for the milestone decision.'';
(F) in subsection (d), as redesignated by
subparagraph (D)--
(i) in paragraph (1)--
(I) in the paragraph heading, by
striking ``brief summary report'' and
inserting ``notification''; and
(II) by striking ``a brief summary
report that contains the following
elements'' and all that follows through
the period at the end and inserting ``a
written record of the milestone
decision.''; and
(ii) by amending paragraph (2) to read as
follows:
``(2) Additional information.--At the request of any of the
congressional defense committees or, in the case of intelligence
or intelligence-related activities, the congressional
intelligence committees, the milestone decision authority shall
submit to the committee an explanation of the basis for the
decision to grant Milestone A approval with respect to a major
defense acquisition program or major subprogram, and make
available all underlying documentation.''; and
(G) in subsection (e), as so redesignated--
[[Page 138 STAT. 1979]]
(i) in paragraph (1), by striking ``initial
capabilities document'' and inserting
``requirements document'';
(ii) by striking paragraphs (4), (6), and (7);
(iii) by redesignating paragraph (5) as
paragraph (4); and
(iv) by redesignating paragraph (8) as
paragraph (5).
(2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the
beginning of subchapter III of chapter 322 of title 10, United
States Code, is <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 4251.>> amended, in the
item relating to section 4251, by striking ``determination
required'' and inserting ``factors to be considered''.
(b) Conforming Amendments.--
(1) Section 4272 of title 10, United States Code, is amended
by striking ``risk assessments--'' and all that follows through
``(2) before any decision'' and inserting ``risk assessments
before any decision''.
(2) Section 3221(b)(6)(A)(i) of title 10, United States
Code, is amended by striking ``4251 or''.
(3) Section 3222(a) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(A) by striking ``a milestone phase'' and inserting
``the engineering and manufacturing development phase,
or production and deployment phase,''; and
(B) by striking ``authority that--'' and all that
follows through ``(2) for the for the engineering and
manufacturing development phase, or production and
deployment phase, includes a cost estimate'' and
inserting ``authority that includes a cost estimate''.
SEC. 807. STREAMLINING OF MILESTONE B REQUIREMENTS.
Section 4252 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in the section heading, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 4251.>> by
striking ``certification required before'' and inserting
``factors to be considered before'';
(2) by striking subsections (d), (e), and (f);
(3) by redesignating subsections (a), (b), (c), and (g) as
subsections (b), (d), (e), and (f), respectively;
(4) by inserting before subsection (b), as so redesignated,
the following new subsection:
``(a) Responsibilities.--Before granting Milestone B approval for a
major defense acquisition program or major subprogram, the milestone
decision authority for the program or subprogram shall ensure that--
``(1) information about the program or subprogram is
sufficient to warrant entry of the program or subprogram into
the engineering and manufacturing development phase;
``(2) appropriate trade-offs among cost, schedule, technical
feasibility, and performance objectives have been made to ensure
that the program or subprogram is affordable when considering
the per-unit cost and the total life-cycle cost, and the
Secretary of the military department concerned and the Chief of
the armed force concerned concur with these trade-offs; and
``(3) there are sound plans for progression of the program
or subprogram to the production phase.'';
[[Page 138 STAT. 1980]]
(5) by amending subsection (b), as so redesignated, to read
as follows:
``(b) Factors to Be Considered for Milestone B Approval.--A major
defense acquisition program or major subprogram may not receive
Milestone B approval until the milestone decision authority confirms the
following factors were considered in the decision to grant Milestone B
approval:
``(1) The program or subprogram has received a preliminary
design review and a formal post-preliminary design review or an
equivalent assessment was conducted.
``(2) The technology in the program or subprogram has been
demonstrated in a relevant environment.
``(3) The program or subprogram is affordable when
considering the ability of the Department of Defense to
accomplish the program's or subprogram's general mission using
alternative systems.
``(4) Reasonable lifecycle cost and schedule estimates have
been developed to execute, with the concurrence of the Director
of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation, the plan under the
program or subprogram.
``(5) The estimated procurement unit cost for the program or
subprogram and the estimated date for initial operational
capability for the baseline description for the program or
subprogram (under section 4214 of this title) have been
established.
``(6) Funding is expected to be available to execute the
product development and production plan for the program or
subprogram, consistent with the estimates described in paragraph
(4) for the program or subprogram.
``(7) Appropriate market research has been conducted prior
to technology development, including market research of
commercial products, commercial services, and nondevelopmental
items (as defined in section 110 of title 41).
``(8) The Department of Defense has completed an analysis of
alternatives with respect to the program or subprogram, or in
lieu of an analysis of alternatives, early experimentation with
a combatant commander has been conducted.
``(9) The Joint Requirements Oversight Council has
accomplished its duties with respect to the program or
subprogram pursuant to section 181(b) of this title, including
an analysis of the operational requirements for the program or
subprogram.
``(10) Life-cycle sustainment planning has identified and
evaluated relevant sustainment cost elements, factors, risks,
and gaps that are likely to drive readiness of the system as
well as operating and supporting costs.
``(11) An estimate has been made of the requirements for
core logistics capabilities and the associated sustaining
workloads required to support such requirements.
``(12) The program or subprogram complies with all relevant
policies, regulations, and directives of the Department of
Defense.
``(13) Appropriate actions are planned for the acquisition
of technical data required to support the program or subprogram.
``(14) The program or subprogram has an approved life cycle
sustainment plan required under section 4324(b) of this title.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1981]]
``(15) In the case of a naval vessel program or subprogram,
such program or subprogram is in compliance with the
requirements of section 8669b of this title.'';
(6) by inserting after subsection (b), as so redesignated,
the following new subsection:
``(c) Written Record of Milestone Decision.--The milestone decision
authority shall issue a written record of decision at the time that
Milestone B approval is granted. <<NOTE: Compliance.>> The record shall
confirm compliance with subsection (b) and specifically state that the
milestone decision authority considered the factors described in
subsection (b) prior to the decision to grant milestone approval. The
milestone decision authority shall retain records of the basis for the
milestone decision.'';
(7) in subsection (d), as so redesignated--
(A) in the subsection heading, by striking
``Certifications or Determination'' and inserting
``Basis for Milestone Approval'';
(B) in paragraph (1)--
(i) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A),
by striking ``certifications or a determination
under subsection (a)'' and inserting ``a written
record of the milestone decision under subsection
(c)'';
(ii) in subparagraph (A)--
(I) by striking ``certifications or
determination of the milestone decision
authority'' and inserting ``decision of
the milestone decision authority''; and
(II) by striking ``certifications or
determination specified in paragraph
(1), (2), or (3) of subsection (a)'' and
inserting ``decision specified in
subsection (b)''; and
(iii) in subparagraph (B), by striking
``certifications or determination'' and inserting
``decision''; and
(C) in paragraph (2)--
(i) by striking ``withdraw the certifications
or determination concerned or''; and
(ii) by striking ``certifications,
determination, or approval are'' and inserting
``approval is'';
(8) by amending subsection (e), as so redesignated, to read
as follows:
``(e) Submissions to Congress on Milestone B.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. Records.>> Notification.--Not later
than 15 days after granting Milestone B approval for a major
defense acquisition program or major subprogram, the milestone
decision authority for the program or subprogram shall provide
to the congressional defense committees and, in the case of
intelligence or intelligence-related activities, the
congressional intelligence committees a written record of the
milestone decision.
``(2) Additional information.--(A) At the request of any of
the congressional defense committees or, in the case of
intelligence or intelligence-related activities, the
congressional intelligence committees, the milestone decision
authority shall submit to the committee an explanation of the
basis for the decision to grant Milestone B approval with
respect to a major defense acquisition program or major
subprogram, or further information or underlying documentation.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1982]]
``(B) The explanation or additional information shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified
annex.''; and
(9) in subsection (f), as so redesignated--
(A) by striking paragraphs (4) and (5);
(B) by redesignating paragraph (6) as paragraph (4);
and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(5) <<NOTE: Definition.>> The term `written record of
milestone decision', with respect to a major defense acquisition
program or a major subprogram, means a document signed by the
milestone decision authority that formalizes approved entry of
the program or subprogram into the next phase of the acquisition
process.''.
SEC. 808. NOTICE OF CONTRACT CANCELLATION OR TERMINATION RELATING
TO REMOTE OR ISOLATED INSTALLATIONS.
Chapter 365 of title 10, United States <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
4701.>> Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
``Sec. 4705. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 4705.>> Notice of contract
cancellation or termination relating to remote
or isolated installations
``(a) In General.--Except as provided by subsection (c), not later
than 30 days before the date on which the Secretary of Defense or any
other official of an element of the Department of Defense cancels or
terminates a contract, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a notice
of such cancellation or termination if such cancellation or termination
involves a reduction in employment of not fewer than--
``(1) 50 remote or isolated installation contractor
employees; or
``(2) 100 employees of contractors, including remote or
isolated installation contractor employees.
``(b) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Requirements.--A notice described in
subsection (a) shall include an assessment of the effect of such
cancellation or termination on members of the armed forces.
``(c) Waiver.--(1) The Secretary of Defense may waive the
requirements of subsection (a) with respect to the cancellation or
termination of a contract if the Secretary determines that such waiver
is in the interest of national security.
``(2) If the Secretary waives the requirements of subsection (a)
with respect to the cancellation or termination of a contract, the
Secretary shall submit the notice required by such subsection with
respect to such cancellation or termination not later than one week
after such cancellation or termination.
``(d) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `remote or isolated installation' means a
military installation (as defined in section 2801 of this title)
that is a remote military installation, as determined by the
Secretary pursuant to the policy required by section 565 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (10
U.S.C. 1781b note).
``(2) The term `remote or isolated installation contractor
employee' means an individual who--
``(A) is an employee of a contractor;
``(B) as such an employee, provides goods or
services to a remote or isolated installation; and
[[Page 138 STAT. 1983]]
``(C) resides in the same geographic area as such
remote or isolated installation.''.
SEC. 809. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4371 note.>> COST GROWTH REPORTS FOR
MAJOR ACQUISITION PROGRAMS THAT ARE HIGHLY
SENSITIVE CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS.
(a) Guidance Required.--Not later than 180 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment, in consultation each Secretary of a
military department, shall establish guidance requiring that each
service acquisition executive (as defined in section 101 of title 10,
United States Code) submit to the congressional defense committees a
cost growth report for a covered program each time the estimated unit
cost for such covered program has increased by a percentage equal to or
greater than any of the significant cost growth thresholds or critical
cost growth thresholds under section 4371 of title 10, United States
Code.
(b) Elements of Report.--A cost growth report required under this
section shall include, with respect to a covered program, the following:
(1) The name of the covered program.
(2) The date of the preparation of the report.
(3) The program phase of the covered program.
(4) <<NOTE: Cost estimates.>> The unit cost estimates for
the covered program in constant base-year dollars and in current
dollars.
(5) <<NOTE: Statement.>> A statement of the reasons for cost
increases that resulted in the submission of a report under this
section.
(6) <<NOTE: List.>> A list of major program milestones,
including the dates for each program milestone according to the
original baseline, current baseline, and current estimate.
(7) Annualized funding for the program by appropriation
account from the date on which the program commenced to the
current estimated year of completion.
(8) Any actions taken or proposed to be taken to control
future cost growth of the covered program.
(9) Any changes made in the performance or milestones of the
covered program and the extent to which such changes have
contributed to the cost increase.
(c) Critical Breach.--With respect to a covered program for which
the cost growth meets the threshold for a critical cost growth threshold
(as defined in section 4371 of title 10, United States Code), the
applicable service acquisition executive shall--
(1) treat such covered program as if the unit cost of such a
covered program has increased by a percentage equal to or
greater than any of the critical cost growth thresholds for the
covered program; and
(2) follow applicable procedures in sections 4376 and 4377
of title 10, United States Code.
(d) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered program'' means a Department of
Defense program--
(A) that is a highly sensitive classified program
(as determined by the Secretary of Defense);
(B) that would be a major defense acquisition
program under section 4201 of title 10, United States
Code, except for the exclusion from the applicability of
that section of such a highly sensitive classified
program; and
[[Page 138 STAT. 1984]]
(C) that has entered the engineering and
manufacturing design phase, or equivalent phase.
(2) The term ``unit cost'' means, with respect to a covered
program, as applicable--
(A) the program acquisition unit cost (as defined in
section 4351 of title 10, United States Code); or
(B) the procurement unit cost (as defined in such
section).
Subtitle B--Amendments to General Contracting Authorities, Procedures,
and Limitations
SEC. 811. REPEAL OF AND MODIFICATION TO CERTAIN DEFENSE
ACQUISITION LAWS.
(a) Repeals.--
(1) The following provisions of law are hereby repealed:
(A) <<NOTE: 10 USC 3201 note.>> Section 805 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004
(Public Law 108-136; 117 Stat. 1542).
(B) <<NOTE: 10 USC 3201 note, note prec.
3241.>> Sections 886 and 892 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110-
181; 122 Stat. 266, 270).
(C) <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 3241.>> Section 127 of
the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111-383; 111 Stat. 4161).
(D) <<NOTE: 10 USC 4001 note, note prec.
4201.>> Sections 828 and 1056 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-
92; 129 Stat. 910, 984).
(E) <<NOTE: 10 USC 4126 note, 4205 note.>> Sections
235 and 1692 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 130 Stat.
2064, 2636).
(2) Section 844 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112-81; 125 Stat. 1515) is
amended--
(A) <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 3151.>> by striking
subsections (a) and (b); and
(B) <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 4501.>> in subsection
(c), by striking ``(c) Annual Report on Contracting in
Iraq and Afghanistan.--Section'' and inserting
``Section''.
(b) Modification to Certain Contracts Relating to Vessels, Aircraft,
and Combat Vehicles.--Section 3671(b)(5) of title 10, United States
Code, is amended--
(1) by striking subparagraphs (B) and (C);
(2) in subparagraph (A), by striking the semicolon and
inserting a period; and
(3) in that matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking
the following: ``subsection if--(A) funds'' and inserting
``subsection if funds''.
(c) Modification to Limitation on Milestone Decision Authorities.--
Section 4204 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking
subsection (f).
SEC. 812. MODIFICATION TO LIMITATION ON ACQUISITION OF EXCESS
SUPPLIES.
Section 3070 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
[[Page 138 STAT. 1985]]
(1) in subsection (a), by inserting ``, or in the case of
ship maintenance, overhaul, and repair, in excess of five years
of operating stocks'' after ``in excess of two years of
operating stocks''; and
(2) in subsection (b)(2), by inserting ``, to protect
against identified risk of supply chain disruptions,'' before
``or for other reasons of national security''.
SEC. 813. MODIFICATIONS TO COMPTROLLER GENERAL ASSESSMENT OF
ACQUISITION PROGRAMS.
(a) In General.--Section 3072 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) in the heading, by striking ``efforts'' and inserting
``initiatives'';
(2) by striking ``efforts'' each place it appears and
inserting ``initiatives'';
(3) in subsection (a), by striking ``2026'' and inserting
``2029''
; and
(4) in subsection (b)--
(A) by striking paragraph (2) and redesignating
paragraph (3) as paragraph (2);
(B) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated, by
striking the period at the end and inserting ``; and'';
and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(3) other issues as determined appropriate by the
Comptroller General.''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 203 of
title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 3062.>> is amended by
striking the item relating to section 3072 and inserting the following:
``3072. Comptroller General assessment of acquisition programs and
initiatives.''.
SEC. 814. MODIFICATIONS TO COMMERCIAL PRODUCT AND COMMERCIAL
SERVICE DETERMINATIONS.
Section 3456(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following paragraph:
``(1) Determinations.--A contract or subcontract for a
product (including a product without a part number or a product
with a prior part number that has the same functionality as the
product had with the prior part number) or service acquired
using commercial acquisition procedures under part 12 of the
Federal Acquisition Regulation shall serve as a prior commercial
product or commercial service determination with respect to such
product or service for purposes of this chapter, including when
subject to minor modifications, unless--
``(A) the prior determination was not issued or
approved by a contracting officer of the Department of
Defense; or
``(B) the senior procurement executive of the
military department or the Department of Defense as
designated for purposes of section 1702(c) of title 41
determines in writing that it is no longer appropriate
to acquire the product or service using commercial
acquisition procedures.''.
SEC. 815. APPLICATION OF RECENT PRICE HISTORY TO COST OR PRICING
DATA REQUIREMENTS.
Section 3702(a)(3) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking ``An offeror'' and inserting ``(A) An
offeror''; and
[[Page 138 STAT. 1986]]
(2) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
``(B)(i) An offeror for a subcontract (at any tier)
of a contract under this chapter that is required to
submit cost or pricing data under subparagraph (A) with
respect to such subcontract may submit prices paid for
the covered goods and services of such offeror for such
subcontract under this clause if--
``(I) such offeror is a nontraditional defense
contractor (as defined in section 3014 of this
title);
``(II) the prices to be submitted are prices
that were paid for the same goods and services as
such covered goods and services; and
``(III) the price of such subcontract is not
expected to exceed $5,000,000.
``(ii) <<NOTE: Determination. Time period.>> The
submission of prices paid under clause (i) by an
offereor with respect to a subcontract shall be deemed
to be the submission of cost or pricing data by such
offeror with respect to such subcontract as required by
subparagraph (A) if a contracting officer of the
Department of Defense determines that the prices
submitted under such clause are fair and reasonable
based on supported cost or pricing data within the last
12 months.
``(iii) <<NOTE: Definition.>> In this subparagraph,
the term `covered goods and services' means, with
respect to an offeror for a subcontract (at any tier),
the goods and services such offeror would provide under
such subcontract.''.
SEC. 816. MODIFICATIONS TO AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN
PROTOTYPE PROJECTS USING OTHER TRANSACTION
AUTHORITY.
Section 4022(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (2)--
(A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``senior
procurement executive for the agency as designated for
the purpose of section 1702(c) of title 41'' and
inserting ``head of the contracting activity''; and
(B) in subparagraph (B)(i), by striking ``Under
Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering or the
Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment'' and inserting ``senior procurement
executive for the agency as designated for the purpose
of section 1702(c) of title 41, or, for the Defense
Advanced Research Projects Agency, the Defense
Innovation Unit, or the Missile Defense Agency, the
director of the agency,''; and
(2) by amending paragraph (3) to read as follows:
``(3) The authority of the head of the contracting activity,
director of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency,
director of the Defense Innovation Unit, director of the Missile
Defense Agency, or the senior procurement executive, as
applicable, under paragraph (2) may not be delegated.''.
SEC. 817. CLARIFICATION OF OTHER TRANSACTION AUTHORITY FOR FOLLOW
ON PRODUCTION.
Section 4022 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following
new paragraph:
[[Page 138 STAT. 1987]]
``(6) <<NOTE: Definition.>> The term `follow-on production
contract or transaction' means a contract or transaction to
produce, sustain, or otherwise implement the results of a
successfully completed prototype project for continued or
expanded use by the Department of Defense.''; and
(2) in subsection (f)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by adding at the end the
following: ``A follow-on production award may be
provided for in a transaction entered into under this
section for a prototype project, awarded with respect to
such a transaction as one or more separate awards, or a
combination thereof.''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``, one or more
separate awards of follow-on production contracts or
transactions with respect to a transaction described in
such paragraph, or a combination thereof,'' after
``paragraph (1)''.
SEC. 818. CLARIFICATION OF OTHER TRANSACTION AUTHORITY FOR
FACILITY REPAIR.
(a) In General.--Section 4022(i) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) in paragraph (2)--
(A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``except for
projects carried out for the purpose of repairing a
facility,'';
(B) by inserting ``(A)'' before ``In carrying out'';
(C) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as
clauses (i) and (ii), respectively; and
(D) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraph:
``(B) The requirements of this paragraph shall not apply to
projects carried out for the purpose of repairing a facility.'';
and
(2) in paragraph (4)(A), by striking ``September 30, 2025''
and inserting ``September 30, 2030''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 4022 note.>> Applicability.--This section and the
amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to a
transaction for a prototype project under section 4022(i) of title 10,
United States Code, entered into on or after the date of the enactment
of this section.
SEC. 819. OPEN INTERFACE STANDARDS FOR CONTRACTS OF THE DEPARTMENT
OF DEFENSE.
Section 4401 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsection (b) as subsection (c); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (a) the following:
``(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. Public information. Approval.>> Disclosure
Required.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of
this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall make publicly available
any standards for implementation of the modular open system approaches
for contracts, unless the service acquisition executive with respect to
a specific contract submits to the Secretary a request to not disclose
such standards and the Secretary approves such request.''.
SEC. 820. UPDATES TO EARNED VALUE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS.
Section 827(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. note prec. 4601) is amended--
[[Page 138 STAT. 1988]]
(1) by striking ``date of the enactment of this Act'' and
inserting ``date of the enactment of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025''; and
(2) by striking paragraphs (2) and (3) and inserting the
following:
``(2) increase the contract value threshold associated with
earned value management system requirements for cost contracts
or incentive contracts from $20,000,000 to $50,000,000; and
``(3) increase the contract value threshold associated
requiring a defense contractor to use an approved earned value
management system from $50,000,000 to $100,000,000.''.
SEC. 821. INCLUSION OF JAPAN AND THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA IN
CONTESTED LOGISTICS DEMONSTRATION AND
PROTOTYPING PROGRAM.
Section 842(h)(2) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2024 <<NOTE: 10 USC 2341 note.>> (Public Law 118-31) is
amended--
(1) by redesignating subparagraphs (C), (D), and (E) as
subparagraphs (D), (F), and (G), respectively;
(2) by inserting after subparagraph (B) the following new
subparagraph:
``(C) Japan;''; and
(3) by inserting after subparagraph (D), as redesignated by
paragraph (1), the following new subparagraph:
``(E) the Republic of Korea;''.
SEC. 822. AVOIDANCE OF USE OF LOWEST PRICE TECHNICALLY ACCEPTABLE
SOURCE SELECTION CRITERIA FOR PROCUREMENT
OF MUNITIONS RESPONSE SERVICES.
Section 880(c)(1) of the John S. McCain National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (41 U.S.C. 3701 note) is amended
by inserting ``munitions response services,'' after ``telecommunications
devices and services,''.
SEC. 823. USE OF FIXED-PRICE TYPE CONTRACTS FOR CERTAIN
SHIPBUILDING PROGRAMS.
Section 818 of the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2007 <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 4231.>> (Public Law 109-
364) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(g) Conditions With Respect to Certain Shipbuilding Contracts.--
``(1) Limitation.--With respect to a fixed-price type
contract for the procurement of shipbuilding associated with a
major defense acquisition program, the number of ships to be
procured under such contract, including all options, may not be
more than two if the scope of the work of such contract includes
the detail design and the construction of items for such a major
defense acquisition program.
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadline. Notification. Certification.>> Waiver.--
The Secretary concerned may waive the limitation in paragraph
(1) if such Secretary submits to the congressional defense
committees, not later than 30 days after issuance of such
waiver, a written notification of such waiver that includes a
certification that the basic and functional design of any ship
to be procured under a contract described in paragraph (1) are
complete.
``(3) Definitions.--In this subsection:
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``(A) The term `basic and functional design' has the
meaning given in section 8669c of title 10, United
States Code.
``(B) The term `construction' means steel cutting
and module fabrication, assembly, and outfitting, keel
laying, and module erection supporting the launch and
eventual delivery of a completed ship.
``(C) The term `detail design' means design using
computer-aided modeling to enable the generation of work
instructions for construction of the ship, where such
work instructions show detailed system information and
support construction, including guidance for
subcontractors and suppliers, installation drawings,
schedules, material lists, and lists of prefabricated
materials and parts.''.
SEC. 824. EXTENSION OF TEMPORARY AUTHORITY TO MODIFY CERTAIN
CONTRACTS AND OPTIONS BASED ON THE EFFECTS
OF INFLATION.
Subsection (e) of the first section of Public Law 85-804 (50 U.S.C.
1431(e)) is amended by striking ``December 31, 2024'' and inserting
``December 31, 2025''.
Subtitle C--Provisions Relating to Workforce Development
SEC. 831. MODIFICATION TO THE TERM OF APPOINTMENT OF THE PRESIDENT
OF THE DEFENSE ACQUISITION UNIVERSITY.
Section 1746(e)(3) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking the second sentence and inserting the following: ``The
preceding sentence does not apply to the President of the Defense
Acquisition University serving on January 1, 2025, who shall serve a
maximum term of three years beginning on the date of the enactment of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 without an
option for extension of such term.''.
SEC. 832. UPDATED ACQUISITION AND SUSTAINMENT TRAINING.
(a) In General.--Subchapter IV of chapter 87 of title 10, United
States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
``Sec. 1749. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1749.>> Field training for acquisition
and sustainment
``(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Training Program.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this section, the Under Secretary for
Acquisition and Sustainment shall establish a training program that
supports cross-functional personnel and contractors of the Department of
Defense involved in any phase of the acquisition and sustainment
lifecycle in making important decisions with respect to acquisition or
sustainment, including requirements validation, the development of an
acquisition strategy, awarding contracts, and ongoing management of
performance and governance.
``(b) Elements.--The training program established under subsection
(a) shall--
``(1) create deployable training teams to coach the cross-
functional personnel and contractors described in subsection (a)
and facilitate such personnel and contractors successfully
[[Page 138 STAT. 1990]]
completing a phase of an acquisition or sustainment effort with
the same training team to the maximum extent possible;
``(2) to the extent practicable, ensure that the same
training team under paragraph (1) provides the support described
under such paragraph with respect to a phase of an acquisition
or sustainment effort until such phase is completed or otherwise
ends;
``(3) provide to the cross-functional personnel and
contractors described in subsection (a) short, intermittent
lessons on innovative acquisition and fielding procedures,
flexible contracting frameworks, and business negotiation skills
that are timed to align the topics of the lessons to relevant
activities under a phase of an acquisition or sustainment
effort;
``(4) emphasizes--
``(A) the acquisition of commercial products,
commercial services, and commercially available off-the-
shelf items (as such terms are defined in sections 103,
103a, and 104, respectively, of title 41);
``(B) technology procured `as-a-service' or as a
consumption-based solution (as defined in section 834 of
the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (10 U.S.C. 4571
note)); and
``(C) using the middle tier acquisition pathways
under section 3602 of this title and the pathways under
section 3603 of this title; and
``(5) <<NOTE: Process.>> include a process for collecting
feedback on the training program and performance of the training
teams to improve the training program.
``(c) Training Team Requirements.--Each training team created under
the training program--
``(1) include at not less than one individual from the
private sector or academia with expertise in conducting
commercial transactions; and
``(2) has excellent facilitation skills and can coach the
cross-functional personnel and contractors described in
subsection (a) on applying the best practices to the formulation
of acquisition and sustainment programs and contracts;
``(d) Certification.--The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition
and Sustainment shall ensure that each member of the acquisition
workforce who participates in the training program established under
subsection (a) can meet up to 80 hours of a continuous education
requirement established under section 1723 of this title by
participating in the training program.
``(e) Pilot Program.--During fiscal year 2025, the Secretary of each
military department shall carry out not less than one pilot program--
``(1) under which the military department shall receive
support under the training program established under subsection
(a) with respect to acquisition and sustainment efforts of high
importance or urgency to the military department; and
``(2) which the Under Secretary for Acquisition and
Sustainment shall use to develop the training material and
procedures for the training program.
``(f) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Funding Requirements.--The Under
Secretary for Acquisition and Sustainment is authorized to use funds
available for the
[[Page 138 STAT. 1991]]
Defense Acquisition University for civilian faculty members, contracts,
and associated travel and expenses to carry out the training program
established in (a) starting in fiscal year 2025, and for fiscal years
2027 through fiscal year 2031--
``(1) <<NOTE: Reimbursement.>> not less than 25 percent of
civilian faculty members authorized under section 1746 of this
title shall be detailed on a reimbursable basis to the training
program established in (a) for a minimum of half of their time;
and
``(2) not less than 25 percent of all contract or agreement
obligations in support of Defense Acquisition University shall
be reserved for the training program established in (a),
including the training of civilian faculty members to facilitate
programs under the training program.
``(g) Report.--Not later than November 1, 2026, the Under Secretary
for Acquisition and Sustainment shall provide a report to the Committees
on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives on the
training program required under subsection (a), including--
``(1) the number and qualifications of civilian faculty
members detailed to the training program under subsection
(f)(1), including any training requirements they receive to
facilitate programs under the training program;
``(2) an identification of contractor or university support
for the training program pursuant to subsection (f)(2);
``(3) a budget for the training program that meets the
requirements of subsection (f);
``(4) the status and success of the pilot program; and
``(5) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> any additional
information or recommendations with respect to the training
program that the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment determines appropriate.''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 87 of
title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 1741.>> is amended by
inserting after the item relating to section 1748 the following new
item:
``1749. Field training for acquisition and sustainment.''.
SEC. 833. EXTENSION OF DEMONSTRATION PROJECT RELATING TO CERTAIN
ACQUISITION PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT POLICIES
AND PROCEDURES.
Section 1762(g) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``December 31, 2026'' and inserting ``December 31, 2031''.
SEC. 834. PERFORMANCE INCENTIVES RELATED TO COMMERCIAL PRODUCT AND
COMMERCIAL SERVICE DETERMINATIONS.
Section 3453(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (5), by striking ``and'' at the end;
(2) in paragraph (6), by striking the period at the end and
inserting ``; and''; and
(3) by adding the following new paragraph:
``(7) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> establish criteria in performance
evaluations for appropriate personnel to reward risk-informed
decisions that maximize the acquisition of commercial products,
commercial services, or nondevelopmental items other than
commercial products.''.
SEC. 835. MODIFICATION TO EXTRAMURAL ACQUISITION INNOVATION AND
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES.
Section 4142 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
[[Page 138 STAT. 1992]]
(1) by striking subsection (c);
(2) by redesignating subsections (d), (e), and (f) as
subsections (c), (d), and (e), respectively;
(3) in subsection (a), by striking ``subsection (d)'' and
inserting ``subsection (c)''; and
(4) in subsection (e), as so redesignated, by striking
``Director'' and inserting ``Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment''.
SEC. 836. PROHIBITION ON THE TRANSFER OF CERTAIN DATA ON EMPLOYEES
OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE TO THIRD
PARTIES.
Section 4662 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) by striking ``and that would be permissible
pursuant to statute or guidance from the Director of the
Office of Management and Budget.'' and inserting a
period; and
(B) by inserting at the end the following: ``This
provision does not apply in circumstances where the
transfer of such data would otherwise be authorized by
law.'';
(2) by amending subsection (b) to read as follows:
``(b) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Waiver.--The Secretary of Defense may
waive the requirements of subsection (a) with respect to the sale,
licensing, or other transfer of covered individually identifiable
Department employee data if the Secretary determines that such waiver--
``(1) appropriately considers the privacy risks to the
employee of the Department of Defense to which such data
relates; and
``(2) is necessary in the interest of national security.'';
(3) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d);
(4) by amending paragraph (1) of subsection (d), as so
redesignated, to read as follows:
``(1) <<NOTE: Definition.>> The term `covered individually
identifiable Department employee data' means individually
identifiable Department employee data obtained by a contractor
or subcontractor described in subsection (a).''; and
(5) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new
subsection:
``(c) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Report.--Not later than January 15,
2026, and annually thereafter for four years, the Under Secretary of
Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, shall submit to the
congressional defense committees a report on the use of the waiver
authority under subsection (b) for the fiscal year preceding the date of
submission of the report. The report shall include, for each use of the
waiver--
``(1) the specific justification for providing the waiver;
``(2) an identification of the contractor or subcontractor
that is the subject of the waiver request; and
``(3) an identification of the purpose of the sale,
licensing, or transfer of covered individually identifiable
Department employee data that is the subject of the waiver
request.''.
SEC. 837. MODIFICATIONS TO CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE PROTECTIONS FROM
REPRISAL FOR DISCLOSURE OF CERTAIN
INFORMATION.
Section 4701(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), and
(7) as paragraphs (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), and (8),
respectively;
[[Page 138 STAT. 1993]]
(2) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new
paragraph:
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadlines. Notifications.>> Not later than 30 days
after receiving an Inspector General report pursuant to subsection (b),
the head of the agency concerned shall notify the complainant and the
Inspector General, in writing, of either the actions ordered or the
decision to deny relief. After such notification, if the head of the
agency concerned changes the actions ordered or the decision to deny
relief, the head of the agency concerned shall notify the complainant
and the Inspector General, in writing, of the change not later than 30
days after the change occurs.'';
(3) in paragraph (3), as redesignated by paragraph (1) of
this section, by striking ``paragraph (b)(2)(B)'' and inserting
``paragraph (2)(B) of such subsection''; and
(4) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated, by striking
``paragraph (2)'' and inserting ``paragraph (3)''.
SEC. 838. DETAIL AUTHORITY FOR DEFENSE ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS
AGENCY TO PROVIDE TECHNOLOGY TRANSITION
SUPPORT.
Section 806 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 1701 note) is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsections (d) and (e) as subsections
(e) and (f), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after subsection (c) the following new
subsection:
``(d) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> DARPA Detailees Authorized.--
``(1) Authority.--The Director of the Defense Advanced
Research Projects Agency, upon a request from the Principal
Technology Transition Advisor of a military department, may
detail personnel of the Agency to such military department for a
period not to exceed one year to provide technology transition
support for technology of the Agency that is to be acquired by
such military department.
``(2) Extension.--The Under Secretary of Defense for
Research and Engineering may extend a detail under paragraph (1)
for a period of not more than 6 additional months.''.
SEC. 839. EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY REGARDING INDIVIDUALS WHO
PERFORM WORK IN, FOR, OR ARE SUBJECT TO
THE LAWS OR CONTROL OF THE PEOPLE'S
REPUBLIC OF CHINA.
Section 855 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 10 U.S.C. 4651 note prec.) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``, for, or are
subject to the laws or control of'' after ``perform work
in''; and
(B) in paragraph (3)--
(i) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B)
as clauses (i) and (ii) and moving such clauses,
as so redesignated, two ems to the right;
(ii) by striking ``If a covered entity'' and
inserting ``(A) In general.--If a covered
company'';
(iii) by inserting ``, for, or are subject to
the laws or control of'' after ``any individual
who will perform work in'';
[[Page 138 STAT. 1994]]
(iv) in clause (i), as so redesignated, by
striking ``perform work in the People's Republic
of China'' and inserting ``perform such work'';
and
(v) in clause (ii), as so redesignated--
(I) by inserting ``and each other
location'' after ``China''; and
(II) by striking ``performed.'' and
inserting the following: ``performed;
and
``(iii) whether an agency or instrumentality
of the People's Republic of China or any other
covered entity has requested access to data or
otherwise acquired data from the covered entity
required to make a disclosure under paragraph (1)
or (2) pursuant to any law or regulation of the
People's Republic of China.
``(B) Additional disclosure of information and
additional measures regarding certain entities.--
``(i) In general.--If a covered entity
performing a covered contract for services dealing
with commercial computer software or noncommercial
computer software and is required to make a
disclosure under paragraph (1) or (2), such
covered entity shall--
``(I) describe the process for
disclosing a cybersecurity
vulnerability, if such covered entity is
also required to disclose any
cybersecurity vulnerability to the
Ministry of Industry and Information
Technology or any other agency or
instrumentality of the People's Republic
of China; and
``(II) provide any information
related to how a United States affiliate
is notified of a vulnerability described
in subclause (I).
``(ii) <<NOTE: Deadline. Revision.>> Issuance
of regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the
date of the enactment of this subparagraph, the
Secretary shall revise the Defense Federal
Acquisition Regulation Supplement to require--
``(I) <<NOTE: Time period.>> a
covered entity to require that an
individual or entity performing work on
a covered contract in the People's
Republic of China on behalf of the
covered entity to notify the covered
entity within 48 hours of such
individual or entity reporting any
software vulnerability related to such
covered contract to the Ministry of
Industry and Information Technology or
any other agency or instrumentality of
the People's Republic of China; and
``(II) the covered entity to retain
and furnish to the Department of Defense
information regarding any cybersecurity
vulnerability reported to the Ministry
of Industry and Information Technology
or any other agency or instrumentality
of the People's Republic of China with
respect to which the covered entity
received a notice pursuant to subclause
(I).''; and
(2) in subsection (d)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``with a value in
excess of $5,000,000, excluding'' and inserting ``for,
or
[[Page 138 STAT. 1995]]
including, any information and communications
technology, including''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``, for, or
subject to the laws or control of'' after ``a covered
contract in''.
SEC. 840. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 7532.>> DESIGNATION OF PROGRAM
EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR ACQUISITION OF OPEN-
SOURCE INTELLIGENCE TOOLS FOR ARMY.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of the Army may designate an existing
program executive office within the Army to be responsible for the
acquisition of open-source intelligence tools for the Army.
(b) Responsibilities.--If the Secretary of the Army designates an
existing program office under subsection (a), that office shall be
responsible for the selection, procurement, and evaluation of open-
source intelligence tools for the Army.
(c) Open-source Intelligence Tools Defined.--In this section, the
term ``open-source intelligence tools'' has the meaning given that term
in section 430b(d) of title 10, United States Code.
Subtitle D--Provisions Relating to Supply Chains and Domestic Sourcing
SEC. 841. ENHANCING REQUIREMENTS FOR INFORMATION RELATING TO
SUPPLY CHAIN RISK.
Section 3252 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)--
(A) by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows:
``(1) consulting with procurement or other relevant
officials of the covered agency;'';
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``with the
concurrence of the Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment,''; and
(C) in paragraph (3)--
(i) by amending subparagraph (A) to read as
follows:
``(A) a summary of the risk assessment that serves
as the basis for the written determination required by
paragraph (2); and'';
(ii) by striking subparagraphs (B) and (C);
and
(iii) by redesignating subparagraph (D) as
subparagraph (B);
(2) by striking subsection (c); and
(3) by redesignating subsections (d) and (e) as subsections
(c) and (d), respectively.
SEC. 842. DOMESTIC PRODUCTION OF STAINLESS STEEL FLATWARE AND
DINNERWARE.
(a) In General.--Section 4862(b) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraphs:
``(3) Stainless steel flatware.
``(4) Dinnerware.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 4862 note.>> Effective Date.--Paragraphs (3) and
(4) of section 4862(b) of title 10, United States Code, as added by
subsection (a), shall take effect on January 1, 2026.
[[Page 138 STAT. 1996]]
(c) <<NOTE: Repeals. 10 USC 4862 note.>> Sunset.--Paragraphs (3) and
(4) of section 4862(b) of title 10, United States Code, as added by
subsection (a), are repealed effective January 1, 2029.
SEC. 843. CLARIFICATION OF EXCEPTION TO BERRY AMENDMENT
REQUIREMENTS FOR PROCUREMENT OF VESSELS IN
FOREIGN WATERS.
Section 4862(d)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
inserting ``, or for,'' after ``Procurements by''.
SEC. 844. TECHNICAL EDITS TO SOURCING REQUIREMENTS FOR STRATEGIC
MATERIALS AND SENSITIVE MATERIALS.
(a) Strategic Materials.--Section 4863 of title 10, United States
Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``at a reasonable
price'' after ``when needed''; and
(B) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(3) The authority in subsection (b)(1)--
``(A) may be delegated to the head of contracting activity
for the relevant component for an exception for a single
acquisition program;
``(B) may be delegated to the senior acquisition executive
of a military department for an exception for multiple programs
within such military department; and
``(C) may be delegated to the Undersecretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment for an exception for more than one
military department.'';
(2) in subsection (c)(1)--
(A) by striking ``in support of combat operations
or''; and
(B) by inserting ``or for use outside of the United
States'' after ``contingency operations''; and
(3) in subsection (k)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``or the
Secretary of the military department concerned'' after
``Secretary of Defense''; and
(B) by amending subparagraph (2)(A) to read as
follows:
``(A) <<NOTE: Waivers.>> may be delegated--
``(i) to the senior acquisition executive of the
military department concerned for a waiver for one or
more acquisition programs within the such military
department; and
``(ii) to the Deputy Secretary of Defense or the
Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment for a waiver applicable to more than one
military department;''.
(b) Sensitive Materials.--Section 4872 of title 10, United States
Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph
(1), by inserting ``or (e)'' after ``subsection (c)'';
(2) in subsection (c)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``or the
Secretary of the military department concerned'' after
``Secretary of Defense''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``in support of
contingency operations or'' before ``for use outside'';
(3) by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (f); and
[[Page 138 STAT. 1997]]
(4) by inserting after subsection (c) the following new
subsections:
``(d) Delegation.--The authorities in subsection (c)--
``(1) may be delegated to the head of contracting activity
for the relevant component for an exception for a single
acquisition program;
``(2) may be delegated to the senior acquisition executive
of a military department for an exception for multiple programs
within such military department; and
``(3) may be delegated to the Undersecretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment for an exception for more than one
military department.
``(e) National Security Waiver.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--Notwithstanding
subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense of the Secretary or the
Secretary of the military department concerned, may accept the
delivery of an end item containing covered material manufactured
in a covered nation if the Secretary determines in writing that
acceptance of such end item is necessary to the national
security interests of the United States.
``(2) Delegation.--A written determination under paragraph
(1)--
``(A) may be delegated--
``(i) to the senior acquisition executive of
the military department concerned for a waiver for
one or more acquisition programs within such
military department; and
``(ii) to the Deputy Secretary of Defense or
the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment for a waiver applicable to more than
one military department;
``(B) shall specify the quantity of end items to
which the waiver applies and the time period over which
the waiver applies; and
``(C) <<NOTE: Certification. Deadline.>> shall be
provided to the congressional defense committees prior
to making such a determination (except that in the case
of an urgent national security requirement, such
certification may be provided to the defense committees
up to 7 days after it is made).''.
SEC. 845. AMENDMENT TO REQUIREMENT TO BUY STRATEGIC MATERIALS
CRITICAL TO NATIONAL SECURITY FROM
AMERICAN SOURCES.
Section 4863 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (d)(1)(B), by inserting ``qualifying''
before ``foreign''; and
(2) in subsection (m), by adding at the end the following
new paragraph:
``(11) <<NOTE: Definition.>> The term `qualifying foreign
government' means the government of a country with which the
United States has in effect a reciprocal defense procurement
agreement or memorandum of understanding entered into pursuant
to section 4851 of this title.''.
SEC. 846. MODIFICATION TO MISCELLANEOUS LIMITATIONS ON THE
PROCUREMENT OF GOODS OTHER THAN UNITED
STATES GOODS.
Section 4864(k) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
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(1) by striking the second sentence;
(2) by inserting ``(1)'' before ``Subsection (a)(3)''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(2) <<NOTE: Definition.>> For purposes of this subsection, the
term `auxiliary ship'--
``(A) with respect to a contract entered into after December
20, 2019, does not include an icebreaker or a special mission
ship; and
``(B) <<NOTE: Certification. Time period.>> with respect to
a contract entered into on or after the date of the enactment of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025,
includes an icebreaker or a special mission ship, unless the
Secretary of the Navy certifies to Congress that the forecasted
sales over a four-year period of large medium-speed diesel
engines manufactured in the national technology and industrial
base will not fall below the minimum sustaining rate for plant
operations of a diminishing manufacturing source.''.
SEC. 847. INCLUSION OF RECYCLED AND REUSED MINERALS AND METALS IN
PREFERENCE FOR SOURCING OF STRATEGIC AND
CRITICAL MATERIALS.
Section 848(b) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat.
3769; 10 U.S.C. 4811 note) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1)--
(A) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ``, including
processing of strategic and critical materials derived
from recycled or reused minerals or metals,'' after
``United States''; and
(B) in subparagraph (C), by inserting ``, including
such materials derived from recycled or reused minerals
or metals,'' after ``materials''; and
(2) in paragraph (2)--
(A) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``; and'' and
inserting a semicolon;
(B) by redesignating subparagraph (D) as
subparagraph (E); and
(C) by inserting after subparagraph (C) the
following new subparagraph (D):
``(D) the development of cost-effective sources of
supply of strategic and critical materials derived from
recycled or reused minerals or metals; and''.
SEC. 848. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 4862 note.>> DOMESTIC
NONAVAILABILITY DETERMINATIONS LIST.
(a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition
and Sustainment shall develop and maintain a list of all domestic
nonavailability determinations.
(b) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Submission to Congress.--Not later than
30 days after the Under Secretary for Acquisition and Sustainment
develops the list required under subsection (a), and annually
thereafter, the Under Secretary for Acquisition and Sustainment shall
submit to Congress a list of all domestic nonavailability determinations
made during the one year period ending on the date on which the Under
Secretary for Acquisition and Sustainment submits such list.
(c) Plan for Informing Industry.--Not later than 30 days after the
Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment develops the
list required under subsection (a), the
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Under Secretary for Acquisition and Sustainment shall develop a plan for
sharing such list with industry partners.
(d) Domestic Nonavailability Determination Defined.--In this
section, the term ``domestic nonavailability determination'' means a
determination made for purposes of providing an availability exception
pursuant to section 4862(c) of title 10, United States Code.
SEC. 849. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC note prec. 3241.>> SUPPLY
CHAIN ILLUMINATION INCENTIVES.
(a) <<NOTE: Policies. Procedures.>> In General.--Not later than
April 1, 2026, the Secretary of Defense shall develop and implement
policies, procedures, and tools to incentivize each contractor of the
Department of Defense to assess and monitor the entire supply chain of
goods and services provided to the Department by such contractor to
identify potential vulnerabilities and noncompliance risks with respect
to such goods and services.
(b) Briefing.--Not later than September 30, 2025, the Secretary of
Defense shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and House of Representatives a briefing on the development and
implementation of the policies, procedures, and tools under subsection
(a), including information on obstacles to developing and implementing
such policies, if any, and additional authorities or resources required
to develop and implement such policies.
SEC. 850. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 3241.>> REPORT AND UPDATED
GUIDANCE ON CONTINUED RISK MANAGEMENT FOR
PHARMACEUTICAL SUPPLY CHAINS OF DEPARTMENT
OF DEFENSE.
(a) In General.--Not later than two years after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition
and Sustainment shall--
(1) submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and the House of Representatives a report on--
(A) existing information streams within the Federal
Government, if any, for excipients and key starting
materials for final drug products that may be used to
assess the reliance by the Department of Defense on
high-risk foreign suppliers analyzed in the report
required under section 860(a) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-
263; 136 Stat. 2734; 10 U.S.C. 3241 note prec.);
(B) <<NOTE: Determination.>> active pharmaceutical
ingredients, final drug products, and respective
excipients and key starting materials analyzed in such
report that are manufactured in a high-risk foreign
country, as determined by the Secretary of Defense;
(C) any limitations on the ability of the Secretary
to--
(i) obtain or analyze the information
identified under subparagraphs (A) and (B);
(ii) monitor the temperature of active
pharmaceutical ingredients, final drug products,
and respective excipients and key starting
materials throughout the supply chain of the
Department; and
(iii) use data analytics to monitor
vulnerabilities in the pharmaceutical supply chain
of the Department;
(D) how the Secretary plans to address the
limitations identified under subparagraph (C); and
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(E) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> any recommendations
of the Secretary to address those limitations; and
(2) update risk management guidance developed by the Under
Secretary under section 860(a)(1) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 10
U.S.C. 3241 note prec.) to include any relevant findings
identified in paragraph (1).
(b) FDA Determinations.--For the purposes of this section, the
excipients and key starting materials for final drug products shall be
such excipients and key starting materials as determined by the Food and
Drug Administration or under regulations issued by the Food and Drug
Administration.
Subtitle E--Prohibitions and Limitations on Procurement
SEC. 851. PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH COVERED ENTITIES THAT
CONTRACT WITH LOBBYISTS FOR CHINESE
MILITARY COMPANIES.
(a) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 4651.>> In General.--Chapter 363 of title
10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following
new section:
``Sec. 4663. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4663.>> Prohibition on contracting
with covered entities that contract with
lobbyists for Chinese military companies
``(a) Prohibition on Entering Into Contracts With Covered
Entities.--Except as provided in subsection (c), the Secretary of
Defense may not enter into a contract with an entity, a parent company
of such entity, or a subsidiary of such entity is a party to a contract
with a covered lobbyist.
``(b) Exception.--The prohibition in subsection (a) shall not apply
with respect to an entity that made reasonable inquires regarding the
lobbying activities of another entity and determined such entity was not
a covered lobbyist.
``(c) Waiver.--Upon notification to Congress, the Secretary of
Defense may waive the requirements of this section.
``(d) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `covered lobbyist' means an entity that
engages in lobbying activities for any entity determined to be a
Chinese military company listed in accordance with section 1260H
of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (10 U.S.C. 113 note).
``(2) The term `lobbying activities' has the meaning given
in section 1045(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2018 (10 U.S.C. 971 note prec.).''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 4663 note.>> Effective Date.--This section and
the amendments made by this section shall take effect on June 30, 2026.
SEC. 852. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 2631.>> NOTIFICATION OF
CHANGES TO CERTAIN TRANSPORTATION
CONTRACTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Briefing. Deadline.>> In General.--The Secretary of
Defense shall provide a written notification and briefing to the
congressional defense committees not later than 90 days before the date
on which the Secretary will implement any rule, regulation, or policy
change which would--
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(1) waive, exempt, or reduce any requirement, including any
security clearance requirements, regarding transportation
protective services for any transportation service provider; or
(2) allow the award of a contract or order to a
transportation service provider for any shipment that requires
any transportation protective service if such transportation
service provider is not authorized by the Department of Defense
to transport cargo regarding such a transportation protective
service.
(b) Transportation Protective Service; Transportation Service
Provider Defined.--In this section, the terms ``transportation
protective service'' and ``transportation service provider'' have the
meanings given such terms, respectively, in the publication of the
Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command of the Department
of Defense issued September 12, 2022, and titled ``MILITARY FREIGHT
TRAFFIC UNIFIED RULES PUBLICATION-1 (MFTURP-1)'', or any successor
thereto.
SEC. 853. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 4651.>> PROHIBITION ON
PROCUREMENT OF COVERED SEMICONDUCTOR
PRODUCTS AND SERVICES FROM COMPANIES
PROVIDING COVERED SEMICONDUCTOR PRODUCTS
AND SERVICES TO HUAWEI.
(a) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Prohibition.--Beginning on the date
that is 270 days after the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall not enter into or renew a contract for the procurement of
any covered semiconductor products and services for the Department of
Defense with any entity that knowingly provides covered semiconductor
products and services to Huawei.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Certification Process.--The Secretary of
Defense shall, not later than the date on which the prohibition in
subsection (a) takes effect, develop and implement a process requiring
each entity seeking to provide covered semiconductor products and
services to the Department of Defense to certify to the Department that
such entity is not an entity covered by such prohibition.
(c) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Waiver.--The Secretary of Defense may
waive the prohibition under subsection (a) on a case-by-case basis as
may be necessary in the interest of national security, if the Secretary
determines that the covered semiconductor products and services to be
acquired are--
(1) only available from an entity otherwise covered by such
prohibition; and
(2) are required for national security systems or priority
missions of the Department of Defense.
(d) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered semiconductor products and services''
means--
(A) semiconductors;
(B) equipment for manufacturing semiconductors; and
(C) tools for designing semiconductors.
(2) The term ``Huawei'' means--
(A) Huawei Technologies Company;
(B) any entity that is a subsidiary, owner,
beneficial owner, affiliate, or successor of Huawei
Technologies Company; and
(C) any entity that is directly or indirectly
controlled by Huawei Technologies Company.
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SEC. 854. <<NOTE: China. 10 USC note prec. 4651.>> PROHIBITION ON
CONTRACTS FOR ONLINE TUTORING SERVICES.
The Secretary of Defense may not enter into a contract for online
tutoring services which could result in personal data of citizens of the
United States being transferred to the control of the People's Republic
of China.
SEC. 855. LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR COVERED
CONTRACTORS ENGAGED IN AN ANTI-ISRAEL
BOYCOTT.
(a) Limitation.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated or
otherwise made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Department of
Defense may be obligated or expended to knowingly enter into a contract
for goods or services for the Defense Commissary Agency on or after the
date of the enactment of this Act with a covered contractor that has
engaged in, or engages in, a boycott of the State of Israel.
(b) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``boycott of the State of Israel'' means
engaging in a boycott action targeting--
(A) the State of Israel;
(B) companies or individuals doing business in, or
with, the State of Israel; or
(C) companies authorized by, licensed by, or
organized, under the laws of the State of Israel, to do
business.
(2) The term ``company'' means an entity on the Department
of Commerce Antiboycott Compliance Requester List maintained
under section 1773 of the Anti-Boycott Act of 2018 (part II of
title XVII of Public Law 115-232; 50 U.S.C. 4842).
(3) The term ``covered contractor'' means a contractor that
has provided or agreed to provide goods or services to the
Defense Commissary Agency in a total amount greater than or
equal to $10,000,000 during the period beginning on October 1,
2023, and ending on September 30, 2025.
SEC. 856. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 3201.>> PROCUREMENT OF
CLEANING PRODUCTS.
The Secretary of Defense shall procure, to the maximum extent
practicable, only those cleaning products that are identified--
(1) under the Safer Choice program; or
(2) by an independent third-party organization that provides
certifications in a manner consistent with the Safer Choice
program.
SEC. 857. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> PLAN FOR PRODUCTION OF COVERED
MUNITIONS FOR PROCUREMENT BY THE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
(a) Plan.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment
of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall develop a plan for the
production by private entities of covered munitions for procurement by
the Department of Defense.
(b) Elements.--The plan required under subsection (a) shall include
a detailed description of challenges related to the procurement of
covered munitions, and proposed actions to remediate such challenges, in
the following areas:
(1) Regulations for net explosive weight or other
environmental and safety considerations for covered munitions.
(2) Intellectual property rights law and regulations
applicable to the procurement of covered munitions.
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(3) Methods to reimburse intellectual property holders and
private entities for potential expenses incurred in the
production of covered munitions.
(4) Manufacturing and testing equipment lead times.
(5) Considerations relating to technical data, personnel
transparency, and the ability of individuals to move between
positions in the Federal Government and positions at entities
that produce covered munitions.
(6) Workforce training.
(7) Any other challenges the Secretary determines necessary.
(c) <<NOTE: Designation.>> Selection of Covered Munitions.--Not
later than June 1, 2025, the Secretary of Defense shall designate a
minimum of two and a maximum of four covered munitions from at least two
military departments for inclusion in the plan required under subsection
(a).
(d) Use of Innovative Intellectual Property Strategies.--The
Secretary of Defense may consider the use of innovative intellectual
property strategies pursuant to section 808 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C.
3791 note) in developing the plan required under subsection (a).
(e) Briefing Requirement.--Not later than 90 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall brief the
congressional defense committees on the status and progress of the
development of the plan.
(f) Covered Munitions Defined.--In this section, the term ``covered
munitions'' means licensed munitions, test platforms for munitions, or
weapon systems, including--
(1) munitions, test platforms, or weapon systems that
could--
(A) replace stocks of munitions, test platforms, or
weapon systems, as applicable, to meet the Out-Year
Unconstrained Total Munitions Requirement (as defined in
section 222c of title 10, United States Code); or
(B) deliver similar effects as munitions, test
platforms, or weapon systems in use by the Department of
Defense on the date of the enactment of this Act; and
(2) munitions, test platforms, or weapon systems--
(A) selected for inclusion in the plan required
under subsection (a); and
(B) for which an intellectual property holder or
owner of such munitions, test platforms, or weapon
systems agrees to such inclusion.
SEC. 858. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 3201.>> PROCUREMENT OF COVERED
HEARING PROTECTION DEVICES.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the
head of the Hearing Center of Excellence, may enter into one or more
contracts to procure covered hearing protection devices for members of
the Armed Forces.
(b) Prioritization.--The Secretary shall prioritize the award of
such a contract to a domestic offeror.
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered hearing protection device'' means an
active hearing protection device--
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(A) that is a commercially available off-the-shelf
item (as defined in section 104 of title 41, United
States Code); and
(C) that has been identified, tested, and qualified
by the Hearing Center of Excellence.
(2) The term ``Hearing Center of Excellence'' means the
center of excellence for hearing loss and auditory system injury
established pursuant to section 721 of the Duncan Hunter
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public
Law 110-417).
Subtitle F--Industrial Base Matters
SEC. 861. CODIFICATION AND MODIFICATION OF PILOT PROGRAM TO
ACCELERATE THE PROCUREMENT AND FIELDING OF
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES.
(a) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 3601.>> In General.--Chapter 253 of title
10, United States Code, as amended by this title, is further amended by
adding at the end the following new section:
``Sec. 3604. <<NOTE: 10 USC 3604.>> Program to accelerate the
procurement and fielding of innovative
technologies
``(a) Program.--Subject to availability of appropriations, the
Secretary of Defense shall establish a competitive, merit-based program
to accelerate the procurement and fielding of innovative technologies
by, with respect to such technologies--
``(1) reducing acquisition or life-cycle costs;
``(2) addressing technical risks;
``(3) improving the timeliness and thoroughness of test and
evaluation outcomes; and
``(4) rapidly implementing such technologies to directly
support defense missions.
``(b) Guidelines.--
``(1) In general.--The Secretary shall issue guidelines for
the operation of the program established under this section.
``(2) <<NOTE: Proposals.>> Contents.--At a minimum, the
guidelines for the operation of the program established under
this section required under paragraph (1) shall provide for the
following:
``(A) The issuance of one or more solicitations for
proposals by the Department of Defense in support of the
program, with a priority established for technologies
developed by small business concerns (as defined under
section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632)) or
nontraditional defense contractors (as defined under
section 3014 of this title).
``(B) <<NOTE: Time period.>> The issuance of not
more than two solicitations for proposals by the
Department of Defense in support of the program each
fiscal year for innovative technologies from entities
that, during the one-year period preceding the issuance
of the solicitation, have not performed on contracts and
subcontracts for the Department under which the
aggregate obligations of the Department to such entity
for such period exceeds $400,000,000.
``(C) <<NOTE: Process.>> A process for--
``(i) <<NOTE: Review.>> the review of
proposals received in response to a solicitation
issued under subparagraph (A) by
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the Secretary of Defense and by each Secretary of
a military department;
``(ii) the merit-based selection of the most
promising cost-effective proposals; and
``(iii) the procurement of goods or services
offered by such a proposal through contracts,
cooperative agreements, other transaction
authority, or by another appropriate process.
``(c) Maximum Amount.--The total amount of funding provided for any
proposal selected for an award under the program established under this
section shall not exceed $50,000,000, unless the Secretary (or designee
of the Secretary) approves a greater amount of funding.
``(d) Data Collection.--
``(1) Plan required before implementation.--The Secretary of
Defense may not provide funding under this section until the
date on which the Secretary--
``(A) completes a plan for carrying out the data
collection required under paragraph (2); and
``(B) submits the plan to the congressional defense
committees.
``(2) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> Data collection required.--The
Secretary of Defense shall collect and analyze data on the
program established under this section for the purposes of--
``(A) developing and sharing best practices for
achieving the objectives of the program;
``(B) providing information on the implementation of
the program and related policy issues; and
``(C) reporting to the congressional defense
committees as required under subsection (e).
``(e) Biannual Report.--Not later than March 1 and September 1 of
each year beginning after the date of the enactment of this section, the
Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a report on the program established under this section.
``(f) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Congressional Notification.--The Secretary
of Defense shall notify the congressional defense committees within 30
days after funding has been provided for a proposal selected for an
award under the program established under this section.''.
(b) Repeal of Superceded Authority.--Section 834 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 10
U.S.C. 4061 note) is repealed.
SEC. 862. PROGRAM FOR DISTRIBUTION SUPPORT AND SERVICES FOR
CONTRACTORS.
Section 883 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 10 U.S.C. 4292 note prec.) is amended--
(1) in the section heading, by striking ``pilot program for
distribution support and services for weapon systems
contractors'' and inserting ``program for distribution support
and services for contractors'';
(2) in subsection (a)--
(A) by striking ``eight-year pilot''; and
(B) by striking ``for the production, modification,
maintenance, or repair of a weapon system that is'';
(3) by amending subsection (b) to read as follows:
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``(b) Support Contracts.--Any storage and distribution services to
be provided under the program under this section to a contractor in
support of the performance of a contract described in subsection (a)
shall be provided under a separate contract that is entered into by the
Director of the Defense Logistics Agency with that
contractor. <<NOTE: Applicability.>> The requirements of section 2208(h)
of title 10, United States Code, and the regulations prescribed pursuant
to such section shall apply to any such separate support contract
between the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency and the
contractor.'';
(4) in subsection (c), by striking ``contract described in
subsection (a) are storage and distribution'' and inserting
``contract entered into by the Department include storage and
distribution'';
(5) in subsection (d)--
(A) by striking the term ``pilot'' each place it
appears;
(B) in paragraph (1)--
(i) <<NOTE: Notification.>> by striking ``A
requirement for the solicitation of offers for a
contract described in subsection (a), for which
storage and distribution services are to be made
available'' and inserting ``A requirement to
notify a contractor or potential contractor for
which storage and distribution services are to be
made available'';
(ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``to any
contractor awarded the contract, but only''; and
(iii) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``that
are to be made available'' and inserting ``that
are available''; and
(C) in paragraph (6), by striking ``include a clause
to indemnify the Government against any failure by the
contractor to perform the support contract, and to
remain responsible'' and inserting ``include a
requirement that any failure by the contractor to
perform the primary contract is not excusable based on
use of the support contract, and the contractor is to
remain responsible'';
(6) in subsection (e), by striking ``pilot''; and
(7) by striking subsections (f) and (g) and inserting the
following:
``(f) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> Briefings.--Not later than
April 1, 2025, and annually thereafter for five years, the Director of
the Defense Logistics Agency, in consultation with the Comptroller
General, shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and House of Representatives a briefing and report describing--
``(1) the cost effectiveness for both the Government and
industry of the program;
``(2) how support contracts under the program affected
meeting the requirements of primary contracts; and
``(3) the number of and location of existing contracts.''.
SEC. 863. EXTENSION OF THE PILOT PROGRAM FOR STREAMLINING AWARDS
FOR INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY PROJECTS.
Section 873 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10 U.S.C. 3702 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)(2), by inserting ``, a multiyear
contract (as defined in section 3501 of title 10, United States
Code), a block buy or multi-ship buy authorized by Congress, or
the'' after ``Small Business Innovation Research Program''; and
[[Page 138 STAT. 2007]]
(2) in subsection (f), by striking ``October 1, 2024'' and
inserting ``October 1, 2029''.
SEC. 864. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 3451.>> USE OF CAPABILITY-
BASED ANALYSIS OF PRICE OF GOODS OR
SERVICES OFFERED BY NONTRADITIONAL DEFENSE
CONTRACTORS.
(a) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Pilot Program.--A contracting officer
of the Department of Defense may use alternative capability-based
analysis to determine whether the proposed price or fee for a commercial
product or commercial service offered by a nontraditional defense
contractor (as that term is defined in section 3014 of title 10, United
States Code) is fair and reasonable.
(b) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> Report.--Not later than February 1, 2028,
the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment shall
submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives a report evaluating the use of the authority under
subsection (a), including the following elements:
(1) <<NOTE: Summary.>> A summary of activities conducted
because of the inclusion of alternative capability-based
analysis into the evaluation of proposals offered by
nontraditional contractors, including specific examples.
(2) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> An analysis of the effectiveness of
the authority under subsection (a) in increasing nontraditional
defense contractor participation in the defense industrial base
and in increasing access by the Department of Defense to new
technologies or capabilities.
(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations on--
(A) the continuation of the authority under
subsection (a);
(B) changes to existing law; and
(C) the expansion of the program to include other
contractors.
(c) Sunset.--The authority under subsection (a) shall expire on
September 30, 2029.
(d) Alternative Capacity-based Analysis Defined.--In this section,
the term ``alternative capability-based analysis'' means an analysis of
the value to the Federal Government of a commercial product or
commercial service that considers one or more of the following elements:
(1) The fitness of the product or service for the
particular purpose such commercial product or commercial service
is being procured.
(2) The unique nature of, technical expertise required to
produce or provide, and the non-Federal resources expended to
develop such commercial product or commercial service.
(3) The business model or financial projections of the
nontraditional defense contractor, commensurate with the scale
of the potential investment by the Secretary of Defense, which
may include cost information, self-funded risk, financial
projections, expenditure rates, estimates of total sales market,
and other financial, technical, or management data.
(4) The estimated total cost avoidance or increased capacity
afforded by such commercial product or commercial service in
relation to current and future costs of programs and operations
that provide the same or similar capabilities.
(5) Input from the anticipated users of such commercial
product or commercial service on the potential value added
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by the improved capabilities or production processes resulting
from such commercial product or commercial service.
SEC. 865. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4811 note.>> QUALIFICATION OF INDUSTRIAL
CAPABILITIES.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Establishment of Process.--Not later than
one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense, in coordination with each Secretary of a military department
and the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency, shall establish a
process to rapidly qualify and approve alternate or additional sources
of supply for industrial capabilities identified in subsection (b) for
use in combat.
(b) Identification.--With respect to the process required by
subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall seek to expand industrial
capability and capacity to--
(1) produce energetic materials, solid rocket motors,
unmanned systems, space systems, or electrical components;
(2) supply castings and forgings; and
(3) use additive or other advanced manufacturing techniques.
(c) Application.--The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that process
required by subsection (a) is applied in a manner in which one or more
documented supply chain deficiencies in the acquisition or sustainment
of a weapon system of the Department of Defense is addressed.
(d) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Elements.--In developing the process
required by subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall ensure that--
(1) <<NOTE: Policies.>> not later than 180 days after the
date of the enactment of this Act, policies implementing such
process are established to encourage and support the delegation
of material review board authorities, processes, and approvals
to the contractor or subcontractor (at any tier) with respect to
non-safety critical items for industrial capabilities covered in
subsection (b);
(2) <<NOTE: Procedures. Evaluations. Examination.>> commercial
processes and procedures for the evaluation and qualification of
vendors, including manufacturers and distributors, that are part
of the process required by subsection (a) are examined and
implemented where feasible and advisable, including forms and
templates such as Sources Approval Requests and Alternative
Offers;
(3) the process required by subsection (a) includes
processes that are implemented and, if necessary, military
specifications or other similar requirements documents are
developed to pre-qualify vendors to supply safety critical items
or mission critical items for industrial capabilities based on--
(A) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> an assessment of the
vendor's material and process controls to assure
conformance to specification and contractual
requirements; and
(B) <<NOTE: Audit. Inspection.>> audit and
inspection requirements of the Department of Defense;
(4) <<NOTE: Review. Notice. Approval.>> test reports are
reviewed and notice of an approval decision is provided to
requesting member of the acquisition workforce (as defined in
section 101 of title 10, United States Code) not later than 45
days after the date on which a test is completed;
(5) <<NOTE: Processes.>> processes for qualification of
safety critical or flight critical end items produced through
advanced processes and technologies, such as additive
manufacturing, are established;
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(6) alternative material types that could be a viable
replacement or an interchangeable source of material are
considered for evaluation and qualification using streamlined
requirements to streamline qualification requirements;
(7) <<NOTE: Processes.>> processes are developed, where
appropriate, for qualification of a system or subsystem by a
designated approval authority within a military department to
avoid the need for qualification of individual parts while
ensuring the performance of parts and the interactions of the
parts in the system or subsystem; and
(8) pathways are developed to streamline and consolidate the
approval authority of the process established in subsection (a).
(e) Expedited Processes for Military-unique Specifications and Test
Procedures.--To support successful implementation of the process
required by subsection (a), the Secretary shall--
(1) to the maximum extent practicable, reduce the need for
military-unique specification and test procedures;
(2) develop a process to streamline and expedite the
drafting and approval of military specifications (including
military performance specifications) and technical publications
that--
(A) details the performance or functions required by
the industrial capabilities described in subsection (b)
or the weapon system described in subsection (c) and do
not constrain implementation of such process;
(B) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> is completed, upon request
by a member of the acquisition workforce--
(i) not later than 30 days after the date of
such request, for unmanned items, non-safety
critical items, or non-mission critical items; and
(ii) not later than 180 days after the date of
such request, for safety critical items or mission
critical items; and
(C) accounts for resource constraints by
prioritizing requests for inclusion in the process
established in subsection (a); and
(3) <<NOTE: Data.>> develop a process to develop, produce,
and test parts described in subsection (b), and may test through
failure, to create data to support the drafting of
specifications and test procedures.
(f) Exemptions.--Industrial capabilities approved under the process
required by subsection (a) that do not present a safety risk to human
life--
(1) shall be exempt from Class A and Class B mishap
investigations, as defined by the Secretary of Defense; and
(2) <<NOTE: Investigation procedures. Determination.>> shall
be subject to streamlined investigation procedures, as
determined by the Secretary of Defense, with respect to a
mishap.
(g) Protections.--Approval authorities responsible for the process
required by subsection (a) shall not be held liable by the Department of
Defense for mishaps with respect to industrial capabilities approved
pursuant to the process required by subsection (a) without evidence of
willful misconduct, gross negligence, or intentional fraud.
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(h) <<NOTE: Deadline. Implementation plan.>> Interim Briefing.--Not
later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of Defense, in coordination with each Secretary of a military
department and the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency, shall
provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives a briefing with a detailed plan to implement the
process required by subsection (a), including definitions and processes
related to time limitations for drafting and approval of military
specifications and technical publications in subsection (d)(1)(B).
(i) <<NOTE: Reports.>> Investment Roadmap.--Not later than one year
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense,
in coordination with each Secretary of a military department and the
Director of the Defense Logistics Agency, shall provide to the
congressional defense committees a report on the resourcing and
investment required to modernize the infrastructure and personnel for
materials and process development, certification, and qualification.
(j) Report.--Not later than September 30, 2027, the Secretary of
Defense, in coordination with each Secretary of a military department
and the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency, shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a report on the progress, challenges, and lessons
learned in carrying out the requirements of this section, including the
viability of applying the process required by subsection (a) more
broadly across additional industrial capabilities.
SEC. 866. SOLID ROCKET MOTOR INDUSTRIAL BASE.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Strategy.>> In General.--Not later than March
1, 2025, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment,
acting through the Director of the Joint Production Accelerator Cell of
the Department of Defense and the Assistant Secretary of Defense for
Industrial Base Policy, shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a strategy for ensuring that the defense industrial base of
the United States can meet requirements for programs of record relating
to solid rocket motors.
(b) Coordination.--In developing the strategy required under
subsection (a), the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment shall coordinate with the following:
(1) The Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research,
Development, and Acquisition.
(2) The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition,
Logistics, and Technology.
(3) The Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for
Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics.
(4) The Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Space
Acquisition and Integration.
(5) The Director of the Missile Defense Agency.
(c) Elements.--The strategy under subsection (a) shall include the
following:
(1) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of emerging
technologies or manufacturing processes that would support the
modernization or evolution of the defense industrial base of the
United States to meet requirements for programs of record
relating to solid rocket motors.
(2) <<NOTE: Plan.>> A plan to prioritize government funding
for the following:
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(A) Government-owned, Government-operated energetic
materials facilities.
(B) Government-owned, contractor-operated energetic
materials facilities.
(C) Private energetic materials facilities.
(d) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Review and Report.--
(1) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Review.--Not later than March 1,
2025, the Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into a
contract with a federally funded research and development center
to conduct a review of the of the defense industrial base of the
United States for solid rocket motors that includes the
following:
(A) An assessment of the capacity and capability of
existing solid rocket motor industrial base, including
the supply base and personnel of such manufacturers, to
support the expansion of the solid rocket motor
industrial base.
(B) The capability and capacity of potential new
entrants to the solid rocket motor industrial base,
including private entities funded by the Federal
Government.
(C) An assessment of the process for qualifying new
entrants, including new manufacturing processes, for
solid rocket motors.
(D) An assessment of the capacity and capability of
the solid rocket motor industrial base to support the
demands of existing programs of record.
(E) An assessment of the capacity and capability of
the solid rocket motor industrial base to support
potential future demands of programs of record.
(F) A mapping of programs of record and potential
future munitions programs to solid rocket motor
manufacturer throughput.
(G) Identification of current and potential
shortfalls in common precursors and chemicals.
(H) A broad assessment of commercial sector, civil
sector, and Department of Defense pressures on the solid
rocket motor industrial base.
(2) Report.--
(A) To secretary.--Not later than September 30,
2025, a federally funded research and development center
that enters into contract under this subsection shall
submit to the Secretary of Defense a report on the
results of the review conducted under paragraph (1).
(B) To congress.--Not later than 30 days after
receipt of the report described in subparagraph (A), the
Secretary of Defense shall submit such report, along
with any comments of the Secretary, to the congressional
defense committees.
(e) Energetic Materials Defined.--The term ``energetic materials''
has the meaning given in section 148 of title 10, United States Code.
SEC. 867. <<NOTE: Deadline. 10 USC note prec. 4601.>> PROMULGATE
GUIDANCE RELATING TO CERTAIN DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE CONTRACTS.
Not later than January 31, 2025, the Secretary of Defense shall
issue guidance on the governance and oversight of the contracts of the
Department of Defense that support or enable sensitive activities.
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Subtitle G--Small Business Matters
SEC. 871. PILOT PROGRAM FOR THE PARTICIPATION OF MILITARY RESEARCH
AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS IN THE STTR
PROGRAM.
Section 9 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 638) is amended by
adding at the end the following:
``(yy) Pilot Program for the Participation of Military Research and
Educational Institutions in the STTR Program.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 180
days after the date of enactment of this subsection, the
Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot program to enable
any undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate degree-granting
military research or educational institution established under
title 10, United States Code, to participate in the STTR program
of the Department of Defense.
``(2) Sunset.--The authority to carry out the pilot program
under this subsection shall end on September 30, 2025.''.
SEC. 872. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PILOT PROGRAM FOR PRELIMINARY
CALCULATION ESTIMATES FOR CERTAIN
PROGRAMS.
Section 9 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 638), as amended by
section 871, is further amended by adding at the end the following:
``(zz) Budget Calculation Pilot Program.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Effective dates.>> Pilot.--
``(A) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--In order
to more rapidly estimate allocations for the SBIR and
STTR programs of the Department of Defense, the
Secretary of Defense shall conduct a budget calculation
pilot program that requires the calculation of total
expenditures for the SBIR and STTR programs in the
Department of Defense and determination of related
allocations in accordance with subparagraphs (B) and
(C), and paragraph (2), respectively.
``(B) SBIR program.--Beginning in fiscal year 2025,
the Department of Defense shall calculate required
budget expenditures for its SBIR program as not less
than 3.25 percent of the average of the total research,
development, test, and evaluation extramural budget of
the Department for the 2 most recent fully obligated
fiscal year budgets.
``(C) STTR program.--Beginning in fiscal year 2025,
the Department of Defense shall calculate required
budget expenditures for its STTR program as not less
than 0.46 percent of the average of the total research,
development, test, and evaluation extramural budget of
the Department for the 2 most recent fully obligated
fiscal year budgets.
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadline. Determination.>> Allocations.--Not
later than 30 days after the date of enactment of an
appropriations bill for the Department of Defense for a fiscal
year, the Department shall determine and make adjustments for
actual allocations related to the SBIR and STTR programs of the
Department.
``(3) Sunset.--The pilot program under this subsection shall
terminate on September 30, 2025.''.
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SEC. 873. BOOTS TO BUSINESS PROGRAM.
(a) In General.--Section 32 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C.
657b) is amended by adding at the end the following:
``(h) Boots to Business Program.--
``(1) Covered individual defined.--In this subsection, the
term `covered individual' means--
``(A) an individual who is participating in the
Transition Assistance Program established under section
1144 of title 10, United States Code, subject to an
availability determination by the Secretary of the
military department concerned;
``(B) a servicemember in the National Guard or
Reserves not on active duty.
``(C) an individual who--
``(i) served on active duty in any branch of
the Armed Forces, including the National Guard or
Reserves; and
``(ii) was discharged or released from such
service under conditions other than dishonorable;
or
``(D) a spouse or dependent of an individual
described in subparagraph (A), (B), or (C).
``(2) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Establishment.--During the
period beginning on the date of enactment of this subsection and
ending on September 30, 2028, the Administrator shall carry out
a program to be known as the `Boots to Business Program' to
provide entrepreneurship training to covered individuals.
``(3) Goals.--The goals of the Boots to Business Program are
to--
``(A) provide assistance and in-depth training to
covered individuals interested in business ownership;
and
``(B) provide covered individuals with the tools,
skills, and knowledge necessary to identify a business
opportunity, draft a business plan, identify sources of
capital, connect with local resources for small business
concerns, and start up a small business concern.
``(4) Program components.--
``(A) In general.--The Boots to Business Program may
include--
``(i) a presentation providing exposure to the
considerations involved in self-employment and
ownership of a small business concern;
``(ii) an online, self-study course focused on
the basic skills of entrepreneurship, the language
of business, and the considerations involved in
self-employment and ownership of a small business
concern;
``(iii) an in-person classroom instruction
component providing an introduction to the
foundations of self-employment and ownership of a
small business concern; and
``(iv) in-depth training delivered through
online instruction, including an online course
that leads to the creation of a business plan.
``(B) Collaboration.--The Administrator may--
``(i) collaborate with public and private
entities to develop course curricula for the Boots
to Business Program; and
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``(ii) modify program components in
coordination with entities participating in a
Warriors in Transition program, as defined in
section 738(e) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (10 U.S.C.
1071 note).
``(C) Use of resource partners and district
offices.--
``(i) In general.--The Administrator shall--
``(I) ensure that Veteran Business
Outreach Centers regularly participate,
on a nationwide basis, in the Boots to
Business Program; and
``(II) to the maximum extent
practicable, use district offices of the
Administration and a variety of other
resource partners and entities in
administering the Boots to Business
Program.
``(ii) Grant authority.--In carrying out
clause (i), the Administrator may make grants,
subject to the availability of appropriations in
advance, to Veteran Business Outreach Centers,
other resource partners, or other entities to
carry out components of the Boots to Business
Program.
``(D) Availability to department of defense and the
department of labor.--The Administrator shall make
available to the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary
of Labor information regarding the Boots to Business
Program, including all course materials and outreach
materials related to the Boots to Business Program, for
inclusion on the websites of the Department of Defense
and the Department of Labor relating to the Transition
Assistance Program, in the Transition Assistance Program
manual, and in other relevant materials available for
distribution from the Secretary of Defense and the
Secretary of Labor.
``(E) Availability to department of veterans
affairs.--In consultation with the Secretary of Veterans
Affairs, the Administrator shall make available for
distribution and display on the website of the
Department of Veterans Affairs and at local facilities
of the Department of Veterans Affairs outreach materials
regarding the Boots to Business Program, which shall, at
a minimum--
``(i) describe the Boots to Business Program
and the services provided; and
``(ii) include eligibility requirements for
participating in the Boots to Business Program.
``(F) Availability to other participating
agencies.--The Administrator shall ensure information
regarding the Boots to Business Program, including all
course materials and outreach materials related to the
Boots to Business Program, is made available to other
participating agencies in the Transition Assistance
Program and upon request of other agencies.
``(5) Competitive bidding procedures.--The Administration
shall use relevant competitive bidding procedures with respect
to any contract or cooperative agreement executed by the
Administration under the Boots to Business Program.
``(6) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Publication of notice of funding
opportunity.--Not later than 30 days before the deadline for
submitting applications for any funding opportunity under the
Boots to
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Business Program, the Administration shall publish a notice of
the funding opportunity.
``(7) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Report.--Not later than 180
days after the date of enactment of this subsection, and not
less frequently than annually thereafter, the Administrator
shall submit to the Committee on Small Business and
Entrepreneurship of the Senate and the Committee on Small
Business of the House of Representatives a report on the
performance and effectiveness of the Boots to Business Program,
which--
``(A) may be included as part of another report
submitted to such committees by the Administrator
related to the Office of Veterans Business Development;
and
``(B) <<NOTE: Summary.>> shall summarize available
information relating to--
``(i) grants awarded under paragraph (4)(C);
``(ii) the total cost of the Boots to Business
Program;
``(iii) the number of program participants
using each component of the Boots to Business
Program;
``(iv) the completion rates for each component
of the Boots to Business Program;
``(v) to the extent possible--
``(I) the demographics of program
participants, to include gender, age,
race, ethnicity, and relationship to
military;
``(II) the number of program
participants that connect with a
district office of the Administration, a
Veteran Business Outreach Center, or
another resource partner of the
Administration;
``(III) the number of program
participants that start a small business
concern;
``(IV) <<NOTE: Summary.>> the
results of the Boots to Business and
Boots to Business Reboot course quality
surveys conducted by the Office of
Veterans Business Development before and
after attending each of those courses,
including a summary of any comments
received from program participants;
``(V) <<NOTE: Summary.>> the results
of the Boots to Business Program outcome
surveys conducted by the Office of
Veterans Business Development, including
a summary of any comments received from
program participants; and
``(VI) the results of other germane
participant satisfaction surveys;
``(C) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> an evaluation of the
overall effectiveness of the Boots to Business Program
based on each geographic region covered by the
Administration during the most recent fiscal year;
``(D) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> an assessment of
additional performance outcome measures for the Boots to
Business Program, as identified by the Administrator;
``(E) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> any
recommendations of the Administrator for improvement of
the Boots to Business Program, which may include
expansion of the types of individuals who are covered
individuals;
``(F) an explanation of how the Boots to Business
Program has been integrated with other transition
programs
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and related resources of the Administration and other
Federal agencies; and
``(G) any additional information the Administrator
determines necessary.''.
(b) Grants, Contracts, and Cooperative Agreements With Disabled
Veterans, Veterans, and Members of a Reserve Component of the Armed
Forces.--Section 8(b)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C.
637(b)(17)) is amended by striking ``Forces.'' and inserting ``Forces,
provided that--
``(A) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> the Administrator
considers the needs of disabled veterans (as defined in
section 4211(3) of title 38, United States Code),
veterans, and members of a reserve component of the
Armed Forces equally, as part of the criteria for
funding a continuation award or during the competition
process for any grant, contract, or cooperative
agreement made or entered into under this paragraph,
including assigning equal value to any factors based on
a designation as a disabled veteran (as defined in
section 4211(3) of title 38, United States Code),
veteran, or member of a reserve component of the Armed
Forces, and equally considering the ability of
applicants to provide Boots to Business on military
installations and the ability of applicants to provide
Boots to Business Reboot training off military
installations;
``(B) <<NOTE: Definition. Time periods.>> for
purposes of subparagraph (A), the term `continuation
award' means a renewal or recompete, awarded at the
discretion of the Administrator, for another 5-year
project period for a grant, contract, or cooperative
agreement under this paragraph that is made up of a base
project period of 12 months, with up to 4 option periods
of 12 months, subject to continuing program authority,
availability of funds, and satisfactory performance by
the recipient organization;
``(C) <<NOTE: Deadline. Guidance.>> the
Administrator shall, not later than 1 year after the
date of enactment of subparagraph (A), issue guidance on
the criteria described in subparagraph (A) to existing
recipients of any grant, contract, or cooperative
agreement made or entered into under this paragraph;
``(D) <<NOTE: Effective date. Compliance.>> the
Administrator shall, for each budget period beginning
after the date of the issuance of the guidance under
subparagraph (C), incorporate the criteria described in
subparagraph (A) into the funding agreement, and
existing recipients of any grant, contract, or
cooperative made or entered into under this paragraph
shall have 1 full budget period to comply;
``(E) <<NOTE: Time period. Compliance.>> if an
existing recipient of any grant, contract, or
cooperative agreement made or entered into under this
paragraph does not meet the criteria included in the
guidance issued under subparagraph (C) during the budget
period described in subparagraph (D), the existing
recipient shall have a period of 1 year, beginning after
the budget period in which the existing recipient was
assessed, to reach satisfactory performance and
compliance with all terms and conditions of the award;
``(F) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> if the Administrator fails
to give equal weight to the needs of the groups
described in subparagraph (A) during the competition
process for any grant, contract,
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or cooperative agreement made or entered into under this
paragraph, the Administrator shall, not later than 60
days after the closing date of the grant, contract, or
cooperative agreement, provide written justification to
the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of
the Senate and the Committee on Small Business of the
House of Representatives regarding why the grant,
contract, or cooperative agreement was not made or
entered into pursuant to subparagraph (A); and
``(G) the Administrator shall provide full and fair
consideration to any entity that has applied for a
grant, contract, or cooperative agreement under this
paragraph before the date of enactment of subparagraph
(A), if that entity applies for a future funding
opportunity under this paragraph.''.
SEC. 874. <<NOTE: 10 USC 428 note.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF PILOT
PROGRAM FOR ACCESS TO SHARED CLASSIFIED
COMMERCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Pilot Program Required.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall establish a pilot program on streamlining access for small
business concerns and institutions of higher learning to shared
classified commercial infrastructure--
(1) to expand access to secret or collateral accredited
facilities and sensitive compartmented information facilities
and special access program facilities to securely perform work
under existing classified contracts;
(2) to reduce the cost and administrative requirements for a
facility to receive and maintain accreditation and certification
as an accredited facility;
(3) to increase opportunities for small business concerns
and institutions of higher learning to have access to and
compete for classified contracts; and
(4) to identify policy barriers that prevent components of
the Department of Defense from more broadly using shared
classified commercial infrastructure and prototyping proposed
solutions.
(b) Designation of Principal Civilian Official.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary shall designate an existing
civilian official of the Department of Defense who shall be
responsible for the administration of the pilot program
established under subsection (a).
(2) Responsibilities.--The responsibilities of the civilian
official designated under paragraph (1) shall include the
following:
(A) To seek to enter into a contact or other
agreement with one or more private entities--
(i) for access for contractors and components
of the Department of Defense to shared classified
commercial infrastructure; and
(ii) to facilitate the use of such
infrastructure by covered small business concerns
and institutions of higher learning.
(B) In consultation with the Office of the Director
of National Intelligence, to coordinate with the
Director of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security
Agency, the Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency,
and the
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Director of the Defense Information Systems Agency to
update or prescribe policies and regulations governing
the process and timelines pertaining to how shared
commercial classified infrastructure may obtain relevant
facility authorizations and access to secure information
technology networks from the Department of Defense.
(C) To make recommendations to the Secretary of
Defense regarding the modernization, streamlining, and
acceleration of the approval process of the Department
of Defense for contacts, subcontracts, and co-use or
joint use agreements for shared classified commercial
infrastructure.
(D) The development and maintenance of metrics
tracking the outcomes of each request made under the
pilot program for the accreditation of shared commercial
classified infrastructure as an accredited facility.
(c) Requirements.--
(1) <<NOTE: Updates.>> Policies and regulations.--As part of
the pilot program established under subsection (a), the Director
of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency, the
Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, and the Director of
the Defense Information Systems Agency shall each update or
prescribe policies and regulations governing the processes and
timelines pertaining to how shared commercial classified
infrastructure may obtain relevant facility sponsorship,
associated authorizations and accreditation, and access to
relevant secure information technology networks from the
Department of Defense.
(2) <<NOTE: Approval process.>> Modernization, streamlining,
and acceleration.--The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that
the pilot program established under subsection (a) includes
efforts to modernize, streamline, and accelerate the approval
process of the Department of Defense for shared, co-use, and
joint use agreements to facilitate the access of small business
concerns and institutions of higher learning performing under
contracts or other agreements with the Department to classified
environments.
(d) Reports.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary of Defense shall submit to
the congressional defense committees, Permanent Select Committee
on Intelligence of the House of Representatives and the Select
Committee on Intelligence of the Senate, a report on the pilot
program established under subsection (a)--
(A) after the establishment of such pilot program,
but not later than two years after the establishment of
such pilot program; and
(B) after the termination of such pilot program
pursuant to subsection (e), but not later than 120 days
after such termination.
(2) <<NOTE: Lists.>> Contents.--Each report submitted
pursuant to paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) A list of each request made under the pilot
program for the accreditation of a facility as an
accredited facility, including the date on which the
request was made to the civilian official designated
under subsection (b) and to the relevant facility
accreditation agency.
(B) A list of the total number of personnel
authorized to conduct inspections under the pilot
program for the
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accreditation and certification of facilities as
accredited facilities.
(C) <<NOTE: Updates. Policies. Guidance.>> Actions
taken by the civilian official designated under
subsection (b) to streamline the process of the
Department of Defense for approval of co-use and joint
use agreements to facilitate the access of small
business concerns and institutions of higher learning
performing under contracts or other agreements with the
Department to classified environments, including any
updated or new policies or guidance issued as a result
of the pilot program.
(D) A list of all unutilized and currently
accredited sensitive compartmented information
facilities owned and operated by the Department of
Defense that are located within 25 miles of a facility
described in subsection (a)(1).
(E) A list of the metrics or other measures used by
the Department of Defense to assess the benefits to the
Department from the pilot program established under
subsection (a), and any other metrics the Secretary of
Defense deems appropriate.
(e) Termination.--The authority to carry out the pilot program
required by subsection (a) and the requirements of this section shall
terminate on September 30, 2030.
(f) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``institution of higher learning'' has the
meaning given such term in section 3452(f) of title 38, United
States Code.
(2) The term ``shared commercial classified infrastructure''
means fully managed, shared, classified infrastructure
(including physical facilities), and associated services that
are operated by a private third-party for the benefit of
appropriately cleared government and contractor personnel who
have limited or constrained access to secret collateral and
sensitive compartmented information facilities.
(3) The term ``small business concern'' has the meaning
given such term under section 3 of the Small Business Act (15
U.S.C. 632).
SEC. 875. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4901 note.>> ACCESSIBILITY AND CLARITY IN
COVERED NOTICES FOR SMALL BUSINESS
CONCERNS.
(a) In General.--Each covered notice shall be written in a manner--
(1) such that a small business concern can easily understand
the intent of the covered notice; and
(2) that--
(A) is clear, concise, and well-organized; and
(B) to the maximum extent practicable, follows other
best practices appropriate to the subject or field of
the covered notice and the intended audience of the
covered notice.
(b) Inclusion of Key Words in Covered Notices.--Each covered notice
shall, to the maximum extent practicable, include key words in the
description of the covered notice such that a small business concern
seeking contract opportunities using the single Government-wide point of
entry described under section 1708 of title 41, United States Code, can
easily identify and understand such covered notice.
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(c) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Rulemaking.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
issue rules to carry out this section.
(d) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Covered notice.--The term ``covered notice'' means a
notice that--
(A) the Secretary of Defense or a Secretary of a
military department publishes on SAM.gov (or any
successor website) marketing Federal contract
opportunities; and
(B) pertains to small business concerns, such as a
sources sought notice or a solicitation restricted to
competition among small business concerns.
(2) Small business concern.--The term ``small business
concern'' has the meaning given the term under section 3 of the
Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632).
SEC. 876. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 4901 note.>> SMALL BUSINESS
BILL OF RIGHTS.
(a) In General.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, acting through the
Small Business Integration Group in the Department of Defense led by the
Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, shall
develop a Small Business Bill of Rights for the Department of Defense
and its components.
(b) Purpose.--The Small Business Integration Group in the Department
of Defense shall design the Small Business Bill of Rights required under
subsection (a) to ensure a healthy partnership between the Department of
Defense and the defense industrial base and to encourage small
businesses to contract with the Department by ensuring customer service
issues and conflicts between the Department and small businesses related
to acquisitions by the Department are resolved in an expeditious manner
and that small businesses are aware of their rights to assistance under
Federal law in resolving such issues.
(c) Content.--The Bill of Rights required under subsection (a) shall
do the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Process.>> Authorize the Director of Small
Business Programs of the Department to establish a resolution
process to which all Department of Defense components, members
of the small business professional workforce of the Department,
and other relevant officials and organizations of the
Department, must adhere.
(2) Authorize the Director of Small Business Programs of the
Department, each Director of Small Business Programs of a
military department, and members of the small business
professional workforce of the Department of Defense to--
(A) request assistance from members of the
acquisition workforce in their component of the
Department with the customer service issues and
conflicts described in subsection (b);
(B) require a timely responses from such members;
and
(C) establish a framework for implementation by the
components of the Department, members of the small
business professional workforce, and other relevant
officials and organizations of the Department providing
for fair and reasonable resolution of complaints by
small business for issues between small businesses and
the Department.
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(3) Ensure that small businesses are informed of--
(A) the rights of small businesses to assistance
under the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness
Act (5 U.S.C. 601 note), the Small Business Act (15
U.S.C. 631 et seq.), chapter 388 of title 10, United
States Code, and any other applicable law;
(B) how to contact each task and delivery ombudsman
designated under section 3406(g) of title 10, United
States Code;
(C) how to contact the Office of Small Business
Programs of the Department of Defense and the Office of
Small Business Programs of each military department; and
(D) how to contact each advocate for competition in
the Department of Defense designated pursuant to section
1705(a) of title 41, United States Code.
(4) <<NOTE: Guidance.>> Establish guidance--
(A) for the acquisition workforce of the Department
of Defense on the rights of small businesses under
Federal law and the regulations issued thereunder,
including the Federal Acquisition Regulation and FAR and
the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement;
(B) on the duties and authorities of the task and
delivery ombudsmans designated under section 3406(g) of
title 10, United States Code, and the advocates for
competition in the Department of Defense designated
pursuant to section 1705(a) of title 41, United States
Code; and
(C) <<NOTE: Timeline. Determination.>> on a
reasonable and practical timeline, as determined by the
Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment, for contracting officers of the Department
to response to an inquiry from the Office of Small
Business Programs of the Department of Defense or the
Office of Small Business Programs of each military
department.
(5) Coordinate assistance under the Bill of Rights with
other regulatory compliance assistance to small business
concerns, current and desired sets of authorities, roles, and
responsibilities across the Offices of Small Business Programs
of the Department of Defense, APEX Accelerators, members of the
small business professional workforce of the Department of
Defense, and other relevant officials or organizations of the
Department.
(d) Annual Briefings.--
(1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of
the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Director
of Small Business Programs of the Department shall provide to
the Secretary of Defense and the Committees on Armed Services of
the House of Representatives and the Senate a briefing on the
annual metrics collected under paragraph (2) for the year
covered by the report.
(2) Collection of annual metrics.--
(A) The Office of Small Business Programs of the
Department of Defense shall--
(i) develop annual metrics on the submission
of complaints by contractors of the Department of
Defense pursuant to the Small Business Bill of
Rights required under subsection (a);
(ii) provide each component of the Department
such annual metrics; and
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(iii) collect and consolidate such annual
metrics submitted to the Office under subparagraph
(B).
(B) Each component of the Department of Defense
shall collect and submit to the Office of Small Business
Programs of the Department of Defense the annual
metrics.
(e) Implementation Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after the date
of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment shall provide to the Committees on Armed
Services of the House of Representatives and the Senate a briefing
detailing the Small Business Bill of Rights required under subsection
(a) and the plan to implement such Small Business Bill of Rights.
(f) Definitions.--In this section--
(1) the term ``Director of Small Business Programs of the
Department'' means the Director of Small Business Programs in
the Department of Defense appointed under section 144 of title
10, United States Code;
(2) the term ``Director of Small Business Programs of a
military department'' means--
(A) the Director of Small Business Programs in the
Department of the Army appointed under section 7024 of
title 10, United States Code;
(B) the Director of Small Business Programs in the
Department of the Navy appointed under section 8028 of
such title; or
(C) the Director of Small Business Programs in the
Department of the Air Force appointed under section 9024
of such title; and
(3) the term ``military department'' has the meaning given
such term in section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code.
Subtitle H--Other Matters
SEC. 881. <<NOTE: 41 USC 2304 note.>> CLARIFICATION OF WAIVER
AUTHORITY FOR ORGANIZATIONAL AND
CONSULTANT CONFLICTS OF INTEREST.
Section <<NOTE: Revision.>> 9.503 of the Federal Acquisition
Regulation shall be revised to require that--
(1) a request for a waiver under such section include a
written justification for such waiver; and
(2) the head of a Federal agency may not delegate such
waiver authority below the level of the deputy head of such
agency.
SEC. 882. <<NOTE: 10 USC 3771 note.>> REVERSE ENGINEERING OR RE-
ENGINEERING FOR PRODUCTION OF ITEMS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Process.>> Reverse Engineering or Re-
engineering Process.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition
and Sustainment, in coordination with each Secretary of a military
department and the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency, shall
establish a process to--
(1) identify items for which--
(A) technical data is not available; or
(B) rights in such technical data does not allow for
manufacturing of the item; and
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(2) <<NOTE: Procedures.>> create streamlined procedures for
production of a item identified under paragraph (1) through
reverse engineering or re-engineering--
(A) if production of the item may be required for
point of use manufacturing or for a contested logistics
environment (as defined in section 2926 of title 10,
United States Code);
(B) if the manufacturer of the item will not meet
the schedule for delivery required by the contracting
officer to maintain weapon system readiness or
responsiveness in the event of mobilization; or
(C) <<NOTE: Determination.>> with respect to a item
for which a head of the contracting activity can only
acquire by entering into a sole source contract, if such
head submits to the service acquisition executive (as
defined in section 101 of title 10, United States Code)
a written determination that such reverse engineering or
re-engineering is beneficial to sustain training or
operations of the Department of Defense with respect to
such item.
(b) Annual Report.--
(1) <<NOTE: Termination date.>> In general.--Not later than
one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and
annually thereafter until December 31, 2030, the Under Secretary
of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, in coordination with
each Secretary of a military department and the Director of the
Defense Logistics Agency, shall submit to the congressional
defense committees a report on the use of reverse engineering or
re-engineering carried out pursuant to the process required
under subsection (a).
(2) Contents.--Each report required by paragraph (1) shall
include the following:
(A) <<NOTE: List.>> A list of items produced through
reverse engineering or re-engineering, disaggregated by
element of the Department of Defense described in
section 111(b) of title 10, United States Code that used
the process established under subsection (a).
(B) <<NOTE: Studies. Estimates. Time
period.>> Representative case studies of items listed
under subparagraph (A), including a description of the
use case of each item, the efforts used to acquire the
technical data or technical data rights needed to
manufacture the item, and the estimated cost or time
savings obtained, the estimated cost or time savings
obtained over an estimated time horizon of ten years of
acquisition requirements, including the identification
of recurring and nonrecurring costs.
(C) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations and
lessons learned that may inform contracting guidance and
procedures, especially regarding the creation of
technical data packages and technical data rights
through reverse engineering or re-engineering.
SEC. 883. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 3201.>> PROCUREMENT OF
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE BATTERIES.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Strategy.>> coordinate a Department of Defense-
wide approach to establishing a battery strategy to further
leverage the advancements of domestic and allied commercial
industry with respect to batteries; and
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(2) in coordination with the Secretaries of the military
departments and the other relevant elements of the Department of
Defense, identify mechanisms for measuring and addressing risks
to the defense supply chain, diminishing manufacturing
capability, and material shortages for legacy system batteries
by transitioning the Department to safer batteries with higher
energy capabilities with supply chain growth.
(b) Legacy Battery Strategy Contents.--The strategy established
pursuant to subsection (a)(1) strategy shall include the following:
(1) The establishment of a Department of Defense-wide
accounting of advanced batteries for current and future
applications, including obsolete batteries in existing systems,
and improved mechanisms for aligning the battery procurement
requirements across the Department.
(2) Requirements for the supply chain for batteries for the
Department of Defense to enable to Department to leverage
advancements by domestic industry and industry located in allies
of the United States with respect to batteries.
(3) The application of the requirements described in
paragraph (2) to the near-term, mid-term, and long-term horizons
of the Department.
(4) Creating a Department of Defense-wide Science and
Technology battery strategy, in coordination with the military
services, to define an approach, technical targets, and link
into procurement activities.
(5) Consideration of the existing battery strategies
completed by the services.
(6) <<NOTE: Determination.>> A determination of how the
military services can standardize the battery systems across the
existing and future programs of such Armed Service.
(7) Identify obstacles with respect to the raw materials
required to achieve the goals of the strategy established
pursuant to subsection (a)(1) and determine ways to overcome
such obstacles, including through the Industrial Base Analysis
and Sustainment program of the Department of Defense and the use
of authorities under the Defense Production Act (50 U.S.C. 4501
et seq.).
(8) <<NOTE: Processes. Guidelines. Certification.>> Processes
and guidelines for rapid testing and certification to field
batteries.
(9) A discussion of the workforce challenges, if any, that
may inhibit the Department of Defense from achieving the goals
of the strategy established pursuant to subsection (a)(1).
(c) Briefings and Final Report.--
(1) Initial briefing.--Not later than 180 days after
enactment, the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the
Secretaries of the military departments and the other relevant
elements of the Department of Defense, shall brief the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of
Representatives on the approach to establishing the strategy
described in subsection (a)(1).
(2) <<NOTE: Time period. Termination.>> Update briefings.--
Not later than 180 days after the date of the briefing under
paragraph (1), and not less frequently than every 6 months
thereafter until the strategy described in subsection (a)(1) is
established, the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the
Secretaries of the military departments and the other relevant
elements of the Department of Defense,
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shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and House of Representatives a briefing on the status of the
establishment of such strategy.
(3) Final report.--Not later than September 30, 2026, the
Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretaries of
the military departments and the other relevant elements of the
Department of Defense, shall submit to the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a final
report on the establishment of the strategy pursuant to
subsection (a).
(d) Military Department Defined.--In this section, the term
``military department'' has the meaning given such term in section
101(a) of title 10, United States Code.
SEC. 884. ADVISORY PANEL ON THE REQUIREMENTS PROCESS OF THE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
establish and maintain within the Department of Defense an advisory
panel on streamlining the requirements process of the Department of
Defense.
(b) Membership.--
(1) <<NOTE: Appointments.>> In general.--The advisory panel
shall consist of not more than 10 members to be appointed as
follows:
(A) Four by the Secretary of Defense.
(B) Two by each Secretary of a military department.
(2) Requirements for appointments.--
(A) Experience.--Members appointed under paragraph
(1) shall have experience in matters relating to--
(i) requirements processes of the Department
of Defense; or
(ii) innovative requirements processes and
product development methods of the private sector.
(B) Diversity.--In making appointments to the
advisory panel established in subsection (a), the
Secretary of Defense and each Secretary of a military
department shall ensure that members they appoint
reflect diverse experiences in the public and private
sectors.
(c) Duties.--
(1) In general.--The advisory panel shall advise the
Secretary of Defense on the effectiveness of the requirements
process and develop options for reform.
(2) Basis for provision of advice.--For purposes of
providing advice to the Secretary pursuant to this subsection,
the advisory panel shall--
(A) review, synthesize, and evaluate recommendations
from literature and expert interviews on reform of the
requirements processes of the Department of Defense.
(B) review, synthesize, and evaluate recommendations
from literature and expert interviews on how innovative
requirements processes and product development methods
of the private sector are implemented;
(C) examine the Joint Capabilities Integration and
Development System process and the degree to which it is
effective in facilitating defense modernization;
(D) examine alternative requirements processes of
the Department of Defense, including--
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(i) the Joint Urgent Operational Needs
Statement and Joint Emergent Operational Needs
Statement associated with the Urgent Capability
Acquisition Pathway (as defined by Department of
Defense Instruction 5000.81, or a successor
instruction);
(ii) an acquisition program or project that is
carried out using the rapid fielding or rapid
prototyping acquisition pathway under section 3602
of title 10, United States Code (as added by this
Act); and
(iii) any user agreements and capability needs
statements associated with a software acquisition
pathway established under section 3603 of title
10, United States Code (as added by this Act);
(E) consider potential alternatives to requirements
processes and practices to maximize the ability of the
Department of Defense to respond in a timely manner to
current and future threats; and
(F) make legislative and policy recommendations to
improve requirements processes and practices to field
the operational capabilities necessary to outpace near-
peer competitors, provide data and analytical insight,
and support an integrated budget that is aligned with
the most recent national defense strategy required under
section 113(g) of title 10, United States Code.
(d) Administrative Matters.--The Secretary of Defense shall provide
the advisory panel established pursuant to subsection (a) with timely
access to appropriate information, data, resources, and analysis so that
the advisory panel may conduct a thorough and independent assessment as
required under such subsection.
(e) Annual Reports.--Not later than September 30, 2025, and annually
thereafter, the advisory panel shall submit to the Secretary of Defense
and the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a report describing the results of the activities of the
advisory panel during the preceding year.
(f) Termination.--The advisory panel shall terminate on the date
that is three years after the date of the establishment of the advisory
panel pursuant to subsection (a).
SEC. 885. <<NOTE: Contracts.>> PROPOSAL FOR PAYMENT OF COSTS FOR
CERTAIN GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE
BID PROTESTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Processes.>> In General.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller
General of the United States, in coordination with the Secretary of
Defense, shall submit to the covered committees a proposal that includes
the following:
(1) A process for enhanced pleading standards described in
subsection (b).
(2) The benchmarks described in subsection (c).
(3) A process for payment by an unsuccessful party in a
covered protest to the Government and the contractor awarded the
contract that was the subject of the bid protest in accordance
with the benchmarks described in subsection (c).
(b) <<NOTE: Applicability. Records. Determination.>> Enhanced Plea
Standards.--The process for enhanced pleading standards described in
this subsection is a process under which the Comptroller General shall
apply enhanced pleading standards, as developed by the Comptroller
General in coordination
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with the Secretary of Defense, to an interested party with respect to a
covered protest submitted by such interested party for which such
interested party is seeking access to administrative records of the
Department of Defense, prior to making a determination with respect to
such access.
(c) Benchmarks.--The benchmarks described in this subsection are as
follows:
(1) A chart of the average costs to the Department of
Defense and the Government Accountability Office of a covered
protest based on the value of the contract that is the subject
of the covered protest.
(2) A chart of the costs of the lost profit rates of the
contractor awarded a contract that was the subject of a covered
protest after such award.
(d) Lost Profit Calculation.--With respect to contracts that are the
subject of a covered protest, the lost profit rates under subsection
(c)(2) shall be equal to the profit that the contractor awarded the
contract would have earned if the contractor has performed under such
contract during the period performance under such contract by such
contractor was suspended under section 3553(d) of title 31, United
States Code, pursuant to such covered protest.
(e) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered committees'' means the following:
(A) The congressional defense committees.
(B) The Committee on Oversight and Accountability of
the House of Representatives.
(C) The Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs of the Senate.
(2) The term ``covered protest'' means a protest submitted
by an interested party to the Comptroller General under chapter
35 of title 31, United States Code, for a determination by the
Comptroller General under such chapter.
(3) The terms ``interested party'' and ``protest'' have the
meanings given such terms in section 3551 of title 31, United
States Code.
(f) Dollar Threshold for Task Order Protests.--Section 3406(f)(1)(B)
of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking ``$25,000,000''
and inserting ``$35,000,000''.
SEC. 886. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> BRIEFINGS, CERTIFICATION, AND
LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
RELATED TO FUEL SERVICES FINANCIAL
MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS.
(a) Briefing on Bid Protest.--Not later than 30 days after the date
of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall provide to
the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a briefing on--
(1) <<NOTE: Kropp Holdings, Inc.>> the results of the bid
protest published by the Comptroller General of the United
States on August 28, 2024 (B-420857.8, B-420857.9, relating to
Kropp Holdings, Inc.), including with regard to the element
relating to consideration of the conflicts of interest
mitigation plan; and
(2) the proposed next steps with respect to the acquisition
of financial management services for Department of Defense fuel
contracts.
(b) Briefing on Conflict of Interest.--Not later than 30 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
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shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the
House of Representatives a briefing on how the Secretary will ensure
that price sensitive information is not shared between fuel financial
management entities and fuel provider entities.
(c) Certification.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives
a written certification that no conflict of interest exists with respect
to a contract for financial management services for fuel contracts of
the Department of Defense.
(d) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Limitation on Availability of Funds.--
On and after June 1, 2025, the Secretary of Defense may not obligate or
expend funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made
available for fiscal year 2025 on any contract for financial management
services for fuel contracts of the Department of Defense in which the
contractor is also a fuel provider until the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and House of Representatives receive the briefing
described in subsection (b) and certification described in subsection
(c).
SEC. 887. IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPTROLLER GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
RELATING TO CERTAIN SPARE PARTS FOR F-35
AIRCRAFT.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense, acting through the Under
Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, shall implement
the recommendations contained in the report of the Comptroller General
of the United States published on May 23, 2023, and titled ``F-35
Program: DOD Needs Better Accountability for Global Spare Parts and
Reporting of Losses Worth Millions'' (GAO-23-106098).
(b) Report.--Not later than December 31, 2025, the Secretary shall
submit to Congress a report on the progress of the implementing
recommendations as required by subsection (a).
SEC. 888. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4021 note.>> TRACKING AWARDS MADE THROUGH
OTHER TRANSACTION AUTHORITY.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Process.>> In General.--Not later than one
year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of
Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment shall establish a process to
track the number and value of awards to small businesses and
nontraditional defense contractors performing on transactions using
other transaction authority, including transactions carried out through
consortia.
(b) Data Collection.--The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition
and Sustainment shall, to the extent practicable--
(1) minimize the reporting requirements imposed on small
businesses and nontraditional defense contractors by the process
established under subsection (a); and
(2) maximize the use of existing data collection processes
of the Department of Defense or the expertise of a consortia-
manager under such process.
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Nontraditional defense contractor.--The term
``nontraditional defense contractor'' has the meaning given such
term in section 3014 of title 10, United States Code.
(2) Other transaction authority.--The term ``other
transaction authority'' means the authority provided under
sections 4021 and 4022 of title 10, United States Code.
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(3) Small business.--The term ``small business'' has the
meaning given the term ``small business concern'' under section
3(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(a)).
TITLE IX--DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Defense and Related Matters
Sec. 901. Requirement to notify Congress when Deputy Secretary of
Defense is performing functions and duties of Secretary of
Defense.
Sec. 902. Establishment of Department of Defense Performance Improvement
Officer.
Sec. 903. Enhanced coordination on international cooperation activities.
Sec. 904. Increase in authorized number of Deputy Assistant Secretaries
of Defense.
Sec. 905. Modifications to the Office of Strategic Capital.
Sec. 906. Limitation on availability of funds until Department of
Defense complies with certain legal requirements.
Sec. 907. Matters relating to Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special
Operations and Low Intensity Conflict.
Sec. 908. Inclusion in defense planning guidance of guidance on size,
structure, and posture of special operations forces.
Sec. 909. Review of roles and responsibilities of the Chief Talent
Management Officer and the Office of the Under Secretary of
Defense for Personnel and Readiness.
Sec. 910. Plan for adequate staffing of Office of Assistant Secretary of
Defense for Industrial Base Policy and Joint Production
Accelerator Cell.
Subtitle B--Other Department of Defense Organization and Management
Matters
Sec. 921. Department of Defense Senior Intelligence Oversight Official.
Sec. 922. Codification of the Joint Federated Assurance Center.
Sec. 923. Codification of additional staff corps of the Navy.
Sec. 924. Establishment of Office of Expanded Competition.
Sec. 925. Counter unmanned aerial systems task force.
Sec. 926. Affiliate relationships between Army special operations forces
and combat-enabling units of general purpose forces.
Sec. 927. Force sizing methodology.
Subtitle A--Office of the Secretary of Defense and Related Matters
SEC. 901. REQUIREMENT TO NOTIFY CONGRESS WHEN DEPUTY SECRETARY OF
DEFENSE IS PERFORMING FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES
OF SECRETARY OF DEFENSE.
Section 132(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by inserting ``(1)'' after ``(b)'';
(2) by striking ``The Deputy Secretary shall act'' and
inserting the following:
``(2)(A) The Deputy Secretary shall act''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
``(B) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> If the Secretary is unable to perform the
functions and duties of the office as described in subparagraph (A), the
Deputy Secretary, or any other individual performing such functions and
duties in accordance with applicable law, shall, not later than 24 hours
before any planned transfer of such functions and duties or 24 hours
after any unplanned transfer of such functions and duties, notify the
following of the transfer:
``(i) The Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Appropriations, and the majority and minority leaders of the
Senate.
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``(ii) The Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Appropriations, the Speaker, and the minority leader of the
House of Representatives.''.
SEC. 902. ESTABLISHMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PERFORMANCE
IMPROVEMENT OFFICER.
(a) In General.--Chapter 4 of title 10, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
131.>> United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 132 the
following new section:
``Sec. 132a. <<NOTE: Appointments. 10 USC 132a.>> Performance
improvement officer
``(a) Establishment.--
``(1) There is a Performance Improvement Officer of the
Department of Defense, to be appointed by the Secretary of
Defense from among the ranks of qualified individuals from the
senior career civil service.
``(2) The Performance Improvement Officer shall be appointed
from among persons described in paragraph (1) who have an
extensive management or business background and experience with
managing large or complex organizations, organizational change
management, or business transformation activities.
``(b) Deputy.--The Performance Improvement Officer shall be
supported by a Deputy who shall be appointed by the Secretary of Defense
from among the ranks of qualified individuals from the senior career
civil service. The Deputy shall be the first assistant to the
Performance Improvement Officer and shall assist that Officer in the
performance of the duties of that position and shall act for, and
exercise the powers of, the Officer when that Officer dies, resigns, or
is otherwise unable to perform the functions and duties of the office.
``(c) Duties and Responsibilities.--Subject to the authority,
direction, and control of the Secretary of Defense and the Deputy
Secretary of Defense, the Performance Improvement Officer shall perform
such duties, exercise such powers, and have such responsibilities as the
Secretary or the Deputy Secretary may prescribe, including the
following:
``(1) Responsibility for updating and implementing the
Strategic Management Plan of the Department of Defense required
by section 904(d) of the National Defense Authorization Act of
Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110-181; 10 U.S.C. note prec.
2201).
``(2) Responsibility for chairing the Defense Performance
Improvement Council (or any successor organization).
``(3) Responsibility for the Defense Performance Improvement
Framework, as established under section 125a of this title.
``(4) Responsibility for the execution of not fewer than two
annual meetings of the Defense Management Action Group (or any
successor organization) with agendas relating to the Strategic
Management Plan described in paragraph (1).
``(5) Oversight of transformational business modernization
and business process re-engineering of the Department of
Defense.
``(6) Oversight and tracking the implementation of--
``(A) solutions to solve issues identified by the
High Risk List maintained by the Government
Accountability Office; and
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``(B) other recommendations of such Office.
``(7) Serving as the lead official devoted to modernizing
the business processes of the Department that serve as the
baseline for all external acquisition and internal operations.
``(8) Oversight and management of the Defense Management
Institute (as established pursuant to the memorandum of the
Director of Administration and Management of the Department
dated January 13, 2023), or any successor organization.
``(9) Serving as co-chair of the Defense Business Council in
accordance with section 2222(f)(1) of this title.
``(10) Maintaining authority for convening meetings of
personnel and organizations of the Department on matters
relating to the duties and responsibilities described in this
subsection.''.
(b) Addition of Performance Improvement Officer as Co-chair of
Defense Business Council.--Section 2222(f)(1) of title 10, United States
Code, is amended, in the second sentence--
(1) by striking ``chaired'' and inserting ``co-chaired'';
and
(2) by inserting ``and the Performance Improvement Officer''
after ``Officer''.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadline. Regulations. Policies. 10 USC 132a
note.>> Guidance Required.--Not later than 180 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall issue rules,
regulations, policies, or other guidance (as appropriate)--
(1) to clearly delineate the authorities and
responsibilities of the Performance Improvement Officer of the
Department of Defense established under section 132a of title
10, United States Code, as added by subsection (a); and
(2) <<NOTE: Charter.>> setting forth a charter for the
office (including personnel, facilities, and other
infrastructure) supporting the position of the Performance
Improvement Officer.
SEC. 903. ENHANCED COORDINATION ON INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
ACTIVITIES.
(a) Update of Responsibilities of the Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment.--
(1) In general.--Section 133b(b) of title 10, United States
Code, is amended--
(A) in paragraph (8), by striking ``and'' at the
end;
(B) in paragraph (9)(C), by striking the period at
the end and inserting ``; and''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(10) advising the Secretary on, establishing policies on,
and supervising, the activities of the Department relating to
international cooperation and agreements regarding industrial
base collaboration and coordination, including cooperative
development and co-production, reciprocal production,
exportability considerations, supply chain integration, security
of supply chain agreements, and acquisition and cross-service
agreements.''.
(2) <<NOTE: Deadline. Policies. 10 USC 133b note.>> Guidance
required.--Not later than July 1, 2025, the Secretary of Defense
shall update relevant policies and guidance related to the
duties of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment prescribed in section 133b(b)(10) of title 10,
United States Code, as added by paragraph (1).
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 111 note.>> Cross-functional Teams.--
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(1) Establishment.--Not later than July 1, 2025, the
Secretary of Defense shall establish not fewer than two Cross-
Functional Teams to coordinate and support international
cooperation activities of the Department of Defense.
(2) Purpose.--Of the Cross-Functional Teams required under
paragraph (1)--
(A) at least one shall be dedicated to a geographic
area of interest, such as a specific country or subset
of an area of responsibility for a geographic combatant
command; and
(B) at least one shall be dedicated to a functional
area of interest, such as munitions production,
logistics, or additive manufacturing.
(3) Participation.--The Cross-Functional Teams established
under paragraph (1)--
(A) shall include representation from--
(i) the Office of the Under Secretary of
Defense for Policy;
(ii) the Office of the Under Secretary of
Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment; and
(iii) the Office of the Under Secretary of
Defense for Research and Engineering; and
(B) may include such other participants from across
the Department of Defense as the Secretary of Defense
determines appropriate.
(4) Chairperson.--Each Cross-Functional Team shall have a
Chairperson who shall be designated by the Secretary of Defense
from among the representatives on the Team from the Offices
specified in paragraph (3)(A).
(c) Study on Capacity for Expanded International Cooperation
Activities.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. Contracts.>> In general.--Not later
than March 1, 2025, the Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter
into a contract with a federally funded research and development
center or a university-affiliated nonprofit organization to--
(A) conduct a study with respect to whether the
organization, resourcing, manning, and training of the
Department of Defense for international cooperation
activities is sufficient to support expanded demand for
security cooperation activities with countries that are
allies and partners of the United States; and
(B) <<NOTE: Reports.>> submit to the Secretary a
report on the results of the study.
(2) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Elements.--The study conducted
under paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) An assessment of the roles and responsibilities
of the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, the Deputy
Assistant Secretary of Defense for International and
Industry Engagement, and any other officials the
Secretary considers appropriate to include, to reduce
overlap and increase cooperation between components of
the Department of Defense with respect to international
cooperation activities.
(B) An identification and assessment of mechanisms
for coordination with the Department of State with
respect to such activities.
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(C) An identification and assessment of existing
tools in the Department of Defense to support
international cooperation, including the Global Research
Watch Program and the international research offices of
the military departments.
(D) An identification of industry fora, training or
wargaming opportunities, and exercise events that could
be leveraged to support increased international
cooperation activities.
(E) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> An assessment of
the success, as of the date of the enactment of this
Act, in integrating the defense industrial bases of the
United States and countries that are allies and partners
of the United States, including recommendations with
respect to--
(i) goals for the end-state of that
integration; and
(ii) how to integrate those goals into the
strategic planning documents and guidance of the
Department of Defense.
(F) An identification of additional opportunities
for international defense industrial base cooperation
and specific challenges to acting on those
opportunities.
(G) Any other matter the Secretary of Defense
determines relevant.
(3) Submission to congress.--Not later than September 1,
2025, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional
defense committees--
(A) <<NOTE: Reports.>> the report received by the
Secretary under paragraph (1)(B); and
(B) any comments of the Secretary with respect to
such report.
(4) Nonprofit organization defined.--In this subsection, the
term ``nonprofit organization'' means an organization described
in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and
exempt from tax under section 501(a) of such Code.
SEC. 904. INCREASE IN AUTHORIZED NUMBER OF DEPUTY ASSISTANT
SECRETARIES OF DEFENSE.
Section 138(e) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``60'' and inserting ``62''.
SEC. 905. MODIFICATIONS TO THE OFFICE OF STRATEGIC CAPITAL.
(a) In General.--Section 149 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (f);
(2) by inserting after subsection (d) the following new
subsection:
``(e) Pilot Program on Capital Assistance to Support Defense
Investment in the Industrial Base.--
``(1) To the extent and in such amounts as specifically
provided in advance in appropriations Acts for the purposes
detailed in this subsection, the Secretary of Defense, acting
through the Director, may carry out a pilot program under this
subsection to provide capital assistance to eligible entities
for eligible investments to develop technologies that support
the duties and elements of the Office and meet the needs of the
Department of Defense.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2034]]
``(2)(A) An eligible entity seeking capital assistance for
an eligible investment under this subsection shall submit to the
Director an application at such time, in such manner, and
containing such information as the Director may require.
``(B) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> The Director shall establish
criteria for selecting among eligible investments for which
applications are submitted under subparagraph (A). The criteria
shall include--
``(i) the extent to which an investment supports the
national security or economic interests of the United States;
``(ii) the likelihood that capital assistance provided for
an investment would enable the investment to proceed sooner than
the investment would otherwise be able to proceed; and
``(iii) the creditworthiness of an investment.
``(3)(A)(i) <<NOTE: Loans.>> To the extent and in such
amounts as specifically provided in advance in appropriations
Acts for the purposes detailed in this subsection, the Director
may provide loans or loan guarantees to finance or refinance the
costs of an eligible investment selected pursuant to paragraph
(2)(B).
``(ii)(I)(aa) Except as provided under item (bb),
the interest rate on a loan provided under clause (i)
shall be not less than the yield on marketable United
States Treasury securities of a similar maturity to the
maturity of the loan on the date of execution of the
loan agreement.
``(bb) <<NOTE: Waiver
authority. Determination.>> The Director may waive
the requirement under item (aa) with respect to an
investment if the investment is determined by the
Secretary of Defense to be vital to the national
security of the United States.
``(cc) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> The Director shall
establish separate and distinct criteria for
interest rates for loan guarantees with private
sector lending institutions.
``(II) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> The final maturity date
of a loan provided under clause (i) shall be not later
than 50 years after the date on which the loan was
provided.
``(III) A loan provided under clause (i) may be paid
earlier than is provided for under the loan agreement
without a penalty.
``(IV)(aa) A loan provided under clause (i) shall
not be subordinated to the claims of any holder of
investment obligations in the event of bankruptcy,
insolvency, or liquidation of the obligor.
``(bb) <<NOTE: Waiver authority.>> The Director may
waive the requirement under item (aa) with respect to
the investment in order to mitigate risks to loan
repayment.
``(V) <<NOTE: Determination.>> The Director may sell
to another entity or reoffer into the capital markets a
loan provided under clause (i) if the Director
determines that the sale or reoffering can be made on
favorable terms.
``(VI) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Any loan guarantee
provided under clause (i) shall specify the percentage
of the principal amount guaranteed. If the Secretary
determines that the obligor of a loan guaranteed by the
Department of Defense defaults on the loan, the Director
shall pay the holder, or such other party, as specified
in the loan guarantee agreement.
``(VII) The Director shall establish a credit rating
system to ensure a reasonable assurance of repayment.
The system may include use of existing credit rating
agencies where appropriate.
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``(VIII) Loans and loan guarantees provided under
clause (i) shall be subject to such other terms and
conditions and contain such other covenants,
representations, warranties, and requirements (including
requirements for audits) as the Secretary determines
appropriate.
``(IX) Loans and loan guarantees provided under
clause (i) shall be subject to the requirements of the
Federal Credit Reform Act of 1990 (2 U.S.C. 661 et
seq.).
``(B) Subject to appropriations Acts, the Director
may provide technical assistance with respect to
developing and financing investments to eligible
entities seeking capital assistance for eligible
investments and eligible entities receiving capital
assistance under this subsection.
``(C)(i) To the extent and in such amounts as
specifically provided in advance in appropriations Acts
for the purposes detailed in this subsection, the
Director shall provide to an eligible investment
selected pursuant to paragraph (2)(B) the amount of
capital assistance necessary to carry out the
investment.
``(ii) All financial transactions conducted under
this subsection shall be conducted in United States
dollars.
``(4) <<NOTE: Applicability.>> The requirements of
subsection (d) shall apply to eligible investments under this
subsection.
``(5)(A)(i) There is established in the Treasury of the
United States a Department of Defense Credit Program Account to
make and guarantee loans under this subsection in accordance
with section 502 of the Federal Credit Reform Act of 1990 (2
U.S.C. 661a).
``(ii) The Credit Program Account shall consist of
amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of
appropriations.
``(B) <<NOTE: Costs.>> To the extent and in such amounts as
specifically provided in advance in appropriations Acts for the
purposes detailed in this subsection, the Director is authorized
to pay, from amounts in the Department of Defense Credit Program
Account--
``(i) <<NOTE: Loans.>> the cost, as defined in
section 502 of the Federal Credit Reform Act of 1990 (2
U.S.C. 661a), of loans and loan guarantees and other
capital assistance;
``(ii) administrative expenses associated with
activities under this subsection;
``(iii) project-specific transaction costs; and
``(iv) the cost of providing support authorized by
this subsection.
``(6) <<NOTE: Regulations.>> The Secretary of Defense may
prescribe such regulations as the Secretary determines to be
appropriate to carry out this subsection.
``(7) <<NOTE: Reports.>> Not later than the first Monday in
February of a fiscal year, the Secretary of Defense shall submit
to the congressional defense committees an annual report
describing activities carried out pursuant to this subsection in
the preceding fiscal year and the goals of the Department of
Defense in accordance with this subsection for the next fiscal
year.
``(8) <<NOTE: Notification. Deadline. Loans.>> The Secretary
of Defense shall notify the congressional defense committees not
later than 30 days after a use of loans, loan guarantees, or
technical assistance under this subsection.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2036]]
``(9)(A) <<NOTE: Loans. Expiration
dates. Continuation.>> The authority of the Director to make new
loans and provide new loan guarantees under subparagraph (A)(i)
of paragraph (3) shall expire on October 1, 2028. Any loans or
loan guarantees provided under such subparagraph that are
outstanding as of such date shall continue to be subject to the
terms, conditions, and other requirements of this subsection.
``(B) The authority of the Director to provide technical
assistance to eligible entities under subparagraph (B) of
paragraph (3) shall expire on October 1, 2028.''; and
(3) in subsection (f), as so redesignated--
(A) in paragraph (2), by adding at the end the
following new subparagraphs:
``(FF) Strategic maritime infrastructure.
``(GG) Critical minerals and materials.''; and
(B) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(5) <<NOTE: Definition.>> The term `obligor' means a party
that is primarily liable for payment of the principal or
interest on a loan.''.
(b) Conforming Repeal.--Section 903(b) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C.
4811 note) is repealed.
SEC. 906. <<NOTE: Certification.>> LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF
FUNDS UNTIL DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE COMPLIES
WITH CERTAIN LEGAL REQUIREMENTS.
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise
made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Office of the Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Legislative Affairs, not more than 90 percent
may be obligated or expended until the date on which the Deputy
Secretary of Defense certifies to the congressional defense committees
that the Department of Defense has implemented section 1046 of the James
M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023
(Public Law 117-263; 10 U.S.C. 111 note).
SEC. 907. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 138 note.>> MATTERS RELATING
TO ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR
SPECIAL OPERATIONS AND LOW INTENSITY
CONFLICT.
(a) <<NOTE: Processes.>> In General.--Not later than one year after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Updates. Policies. Guidance.>> using a
systematic approach, identify and update relevant policies,
processes, and policy guidance of the Department of Defense to
fully implement and institutionalize the position of Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low Intensity
Conflict (in this section referred to as the ``Assistant
Secretary'') to ensure that the Assistant Secretary exercises
authority, direction, and control of all special-operations
peculiar administrative matters relating to the organization,
training, and equipping of special operations forces as required
under section 138(b)(2)(A)(i) of title 10, United States Code,
including--
(A) special operations budgeting and programming,
legislative affairs, operations, personnel, and public
affairs activities; and
(B) protocols for participation in decision-making
fora of the Department involving special operations
forces;
(2) <<NOTE: Staffing plan. Strategy.>> develop a long-term
staffing plan for the Secretariat for Special Operations
established under section 139b(a) of
[[Page 138 STAT. 2037]]
title 10, United States Code, that incorporates strategic
workforce planning principles, including an articulation of the
mission of the Secretariat, an identification of critical skill
gaps, and a strategy to hire personnel to address such gaps;
(3) <<NOTE: Guidance.>> produce written departmental
guidance to clarify the respective administrative roles of the
Under Secretary of Defense for Policy and the Assistant
Secretary, including guidance to ensure adequate support for the
Secretariat from Washington Headquarters Services, the Office of
the Director of Administration and Management, Joint Service
Provider, and other administrative offices of the Department;
(4) establish a process for development, coordination, and
issuance by the Assistant Secretary of special operations
instructions and other Department-wide policies, instructions,
directive-type memorandums, or other documents consistent with
the responsibilities assigned to the Assistant Secretary;
(5) establish a process for the Assistant Secretary and the
Commander of the United States Special Operations Command to
monitor the promotions of members of special operations forces
and coordinate with the military departments regarding the
assignment, retention, training, professional military
education, and special and incentive pays of members of special
operations forces consistent with the responsibilities assigned
to the Assistant Secretary and the Commander; and
(6) <<NOTE: Establishment.>> establish a Center for Special
Operations Analysis to lead special operations-related analysis
for the Department and ensure senior civilian and military
leaders have adequate analytical support for decision making
related to the organization, training, equipping, and employment
of special operations forces.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. Timelines.>> Plan Required.--Not later than 90
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a plan,
including appropriate milestones and timelines for completion, for
achieving the requirements under subsection (a).
SEC. 908. INCLUSION IN DEFENSE PLANNING GUIDANCE OF GUIDANCE ON
SIZE, STRUCTURE, AND POSTURE OF SPECIAL
OPERATIONS FORCES.
(a) <<NOTE: 10 USC 113 note.>> In General.--As part of the annual
Defense Planning Guidance issued under section 113(g)(2)(A) of title 10,
United States Code, the Secretary of Defense shall include guidance with
respect to the size, structure, posture, and other force development
planning priorities specific to special operations forces.
(b) Report Required.--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--Not later than March
1, 2025, and annually thereafter for five years, the Secretary
of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees
a report detailing how the Defense Planning Guidance issued
under section 113(g)(2)(A) of title 10, United States Code,
specifically accounts for the size, structure, posture, and
other force development planning priorities specific to special
operations forces necessary--
(A) to support the National Defense Strategy under
section 113(g)(1) of that title; and
(B) to carry out the special operations activities
specified in section 167(k) of that title.
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(2) Elements.--The annual report required by paragraph (1)
shall, at a minimum--
(A) describe specific actions taken by the Secretary
of the Army, the Secretary of the Air Force, and the
Secretary of the Navy to coordinate requirements for the
organization, training, and equipping of special
operations forces with the Assistant Secretary of
Defense for Special Operations and Low Intensity
Conflict, consistent with responsibilities and
authorities of the Assistant Secretary under section
138(b)(2)(A) of title 10, United States Code, in order
to achieve the objectives of--
(i) the National Defense Strategy;
(ii) the Joint Warfighting Concept;
(iii) the Joint Concept for Competing; and
(iv) the Strategy for Operations in the
Information Environment; and
(B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> include specific
recommendations developed by the Assistant Secretary of
Defense for Special Operations and Low Intensity
Conflict, in coordination with the Commander of the
United States Special Operations Command, for the size,
organization, budget, training, and equipping of special
operations forces to meet the objectives of the
strategies and concepts specified in clauses (i) through
(iv) of subparagraph (A).
SEC. 909. <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> REVIEW OF ROLES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CHIEF TALENT
MANAGEMENT OFFICER AND THE OFFICE OF THE
UNDER SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR PERSONNEL
AND READINESS.
(a) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Review Required.--The Secretary of Defense
shall seek to enter into a contract or other agreement with a qualified
organization to conduct a review of--
(1) the roles and responsibilities of the Chief Talent
Management Officer of the Department of Defense; and
(2) the structure, mission, and operation of the Office of
the Under Secretary of Defense Personnel and Readiness.
(b) Elements.--In carrying out the review under subsection (a), the
qualified organization concerned shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Strategy.>> develop a strategy for the
implementation of the position of the Chief Talent Management
Officer of the Department of Defense pursuant to which the
Officer shall be responsible for--
(A) serving as the principal staff assistant to the
Secretary of Defense and Deputy Secretary of Defense on
matters relating to total force talent management within
the Department of Defense, including talent management
for military personnel (including members of the active
and reserve components of the Armed Forces) and civilian
personnel of the Department;
(B) developing and implementing the overall talent
strategy for military and civilian personnel in the
Department of Defense, which shall include working
across the military departments, Joint Staff, Office of
the Secretary of Defense, and with interagency partners
to lead the total force talent acquisition and
management efforts of the Department;
[[Page 138 STAT. 2039]]
(C) overseeing updates and reforms for remote and
hybrid work, the use of enabling technology, practices
for developing and tracking talent, and encouraging
movement of talent across components, agencies, and non-
governmental entities to help promote flexible career
pathways and increase retention;
(D) matching talent to needs within the Department
and integrate broad upskilling and reskilling programs
to create the future national defense workforce;
(E) coordinating all talent programs within the
Department, including by developing pathways for
permeability between uniformed and non-uniformed service
opportunities and opportunities in the private sector;
(F) maintaining, strengthening, and improving the
Department's use of competitive service hiring
authorities under title 5, United States Code, and the
authorities available under section 129 of title 10,
United States Code, to ensure the Department recruits
and retains a strong and professional civilian
workforce;
(G) studying and promoting best practices for
workforce development from the government, nonprofit,
academic, and private sectors;
(H) serving as the principal liaison between the
Department and the national security talent industrial
and innovation base;
(I) carrying out programs, projects, and other
activities to strengthen the national security talent
industrial and innovation base;
(J) identifying rules, regulations, policies, and
guidance related to military and civilian talent
management that require change for the purposes of
achieving efficiencies and meeting the personnel needs
of the Department;
(K) coordinating with the Joint Staff and the
Commanders of the combatant commands to identify talent
needs to meet operational challenges;
(L) developing an employer brand for the Department
of Defense that positions the Department as a sought
after employer;
(M) developing a capability to rapidly prototype
workforce development and talent acquisition approaches
with non-profit, academic, Government, and private
sector agencies and organizations;
(N) seeking partnerships with multiple intermediary
organizations, including academic institutions and other
key stakeholders in the talent industrial and innovation
base, to carry out activities to support the development
of pools of qualified individuals with the skills and
expertise necessary to meet critical personnel needs of
the Department of Defense, which may include activities
such as the identification, training, and vetting of
critical talent for the Department, including
individuals with expertise relating to artificial
intelligence, biotechnology, cybersecurity, materials
and manufacturing, business processes, venture capital,
financial markets, and other critical areas; and
[[Page 138 STAT. 2040]]
(O) carrying out such other duties relating to
talent management as may be assigned by the Secretary of
Defense;
(2) develop recommendations for any additional authorities
or funding that may be required for the Chief Talent Management
Officer to carry out the responsibilities specified in paragraph
(1);
(3) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> review the structure of the Office
of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness
and evaluate the ability of that Office to effectively address
total force talent management, including military and civilian
personnel; and
(4) develop recommendations for restructuring the Office of
the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness to
ensure the Office is able to effectively address total force
talent management as described in paragraph (3) and support the
Chief Talent Management Officer in carrying out the
responsibilities described in paragraph (1).
(c) Report.--Not later than January 1, 2026, the Secretary of
Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and the House of Representatives a report on the results of the review
conducted under subsection (a). Such report shall include--
(1) the results of the review with respect to each element
specified in subsection (b); and
(2) such other information as the Secretary determines
appropriate.
(d) Qualified Organization Defined.--In this section, the term
``qualified organization'' means an independent organization with
experience in the field of talent acquisition and management, as
determined by the Secretary of Defense.
SEC. 910. PLAN FOR ADEQUATE STAFFING OF OFFICE OF ASSISTANT
SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR INDUSTRIAL BASE
POLICY AND JOINT PRODUCTION ACCELERATOR
CELL.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a plan for adequately
staffing the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial
Base Policy and the Joint Production Accelerator Cell to advise and
generate options for the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment relating to the duties described in section 133b(b)(3) of
title 10, United States Code, including--
(1) <<NOTE: China.>> identifying Chinese military companies,
contracting restrictions, and transactions involving foreign
entities;
(2) outbound investment monitoring; and
(3) <<NOTE: Analyses.>> supply chain analysis, supplier
health analysis, production capacity analysis, and such other
analyses as the Under Secretary may require.
(b) Elements.--The plan required by subsection (a) shall include the
following:
(1) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> An estimate of--
(A) the number of personnel necessary to fulfill the
responsibilities of the Office of the Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy and the
Joint Production Accelerator Cell in supporting the
Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment relating to
[[Page 138 STAT. 2041]]
the duties described in section 133b(b)(3) of title 10,
United States Code; and
(B) associated funding across the period covered by
the most recent future-years defense program under
section 221 of that title.
(2) A hiring plan, with milestones, for gradually increasing
the number of personnel in the Office of the Assistant Secretary
of Defense for Industrial Base Policy and the Joint Production
Accelerator Cell to the number described in paragraph (1)(A).
(3) A breakdown of the optimal mix of military, civilian,
and contractor personnel in the Office of the Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy and the Joint
Production Accelerator Cell.
(4) An identification of any anticipated funding shortfalls
for personnel in the Office of the Assistant Secretary of
Defense for Industrial Base Policy and the Joint Production
Accelerator Cell across the period covered by the most recent
future-years defense program.
(5) Any other matters the Secretary of Defense determines
relevant.
Subtitle B--Other Department of Defense Organization and Management
Matters
SEC. 921. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SENIOR INTELLIGENCE OVERSIGHT
OFFICIAL.
(a) In General.--Subchapter I of chapter 21 of title 10, United
States Code, is <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 421.>> amended by adding at the end
the following:
``Sec. 430c. <<NOTE: 10 USC 430c.>> Senior intelligence oversight
official
``(a) <<NOTE: Determination. Regulations.>> Establishment.--The
Secretary of Defense, or a designee of the Secretary determined by
regulations prescribed by the Secretary, shall designate a civilian
employee of the Department of Defense in the Senior Executive Service to
serve as the Senior Intelligence Oversight Official.
``(b) Responsibilities.--The Senior Intelligence Oversight Official
shall conduct independent oversight of all intelligence,
counterintelligence, and intelligence-related activities of the
Department of Defense and shall have such other related responsibilities
as may be determined by the Secretary.
``(c) Access.--The Senior Intelligence Oversight Official shall
have--
``(1) access to all information necessary to carry out the
responsibilities and functions of the Senior Intelligence
Oversight Official, as determined by the Secretary; and
``(2) direct access to the Secretary of Defense and the
Deputy Secretary of Defense, as circumstances require in the
determination of the Senior Intelligence Oversight Official.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Updates. 10 USC 430c note.>> Review of Regulations.--The
Secretary of Defense shall review and update, as appropriate, Department
of Defense Directive 5148.13, and any associated or successor regulation
or directive, to conform to section 430c of title 10, United States
Code, as added by subsection (a).
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SEC. 922. CODIFICATION OF THE JOINT FEDERATED ASSURANCE CENTER.
(a) In General.--Subchapter III of chapter 303 of title 10, United
States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 4061.>> is amended by adding at the
end the following new section:
``Sec. 4128. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4128.>> Joint Federated Assurance
Center
``(a) Establishment.--There is in the Office of the Under Secretary
of Defense for Research and Engineering a Joint Federated Assurance
Center (referred to in this section as the `Center').
``(b) Purpose.--The purpose of the Center shall be to serve as a
joint, Department-wide federation of organizations and capabilities to
support the assurance needs of the Department of Defense by ensuring,
pursuant to policies related to hardware and software assurance and
supply chain risk management, that the software and hardware developed,
acquired, maintained, and used by the Department are free from
intentional and unintentional vulnerability during the life-cycle of
development and deployment of assured, trustworthy defense systems.
``(c) Governance.--
``(1) The Center shall be governed by an Executive Steering
Group. <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> The Executive Steering Group shall
continually evaluate the Center's capabilities to support the
hardware and software assurance needs of the Department.
``(2) The Executive Steering Group shall be composed of one
or more representatives from each of the organizations that
comprise the Center.
``(3) The Under Secretary of Defense for Research and
Engineering and the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition
and Sustainment shall serve as co-Chairpersons of the Executive
Steering Group.
``(d) Duties.--The duties of the Center are as follows:
``(1) Providing knowledge management capabilities for
hardware and software assurance for the Department.
``(2) Providing Department-wide visibility on strategy, use
cases, procurement, investment, and other relevant activities to
aggregate, to the extent practicable, assurance tool purchases
by the Department.
``(3) Developing and standardizing policies, procedures,
competencies, risk assessment methodologies, and independent
validation and verification test capabilities--
``(A) to support timely and cost-effective fielding
of current and future technologies to the Department;
``(B) to ensure sustainment of enduring capability
needs across the life-cycle of Department of Defense
programs and determine the sustainment factors related
to the assurance of future hardware and software
systems;
``(C) to increase efficiencies across Department of
Defense programs through the use of emerging assurance
technologies; and
``(D) to leverage economies of scale through
coordinated acquisition and use of hardware and software
assurance technologies.
``(4) Promoting assurance capabilities for hardware and
software assurance--
``(A) to mature assessment criteria and enable
scalable deployment of commercial best practices, such
as through
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the fostering and maturation of evidence-based assurance
of trusted defense microelectronics system needs, with
emphasis on commercial security protocols that are
transferable to defense applications;
``(B) to scale the Center for Department-wide
access, through the resourcing of adequate personnel to
address standardization and automation of data
collection and analysis;
``(C) to utilize data from commercial assurance
processes to support the development of Department
hardware and software that meet standards, applications,
and requirements, including through comparative analysis
and data modeling;
``(D) to seek and apply commercial best practices,
where practicable, through industry collaboration; and
``(E) to develop and align Department policy,
investments, and activities with commercial best
practices, to the extent practicable.
``(5) For contracts for application-specific integrated
circuits designed by defense industrial base contractors,
develop guidance for--
``(A) the consideration of evidence-based assurance
processes and techniques that are included in the
contract data requirements list, to the extent
practicable;
``(B) the use of commercial best practices, as
applicable, for confidentiality, integrity and
availability; and
``(C) the development of a library of certified
third-party intellectual property for reuse, including
streamlining legal mechanisms for data collection and
sharing, and enhanced use of automation technology to
achieve efficiency.
``(6) The assessment, creation, prototyping, maturation, and
maintenance of relevant assurance practices, including the
validation and maturation of evidence based assurance methods,
for the development, procurement, and deployment of hardware and
software assurance tools and processes, including--
``(A) development and assessment of validation
methods for such processes and techniques, in
coordination with the developmental and operational test
and evaluation community, as the Executive Steering
Group determines necessary;
``(B) development and assessment of threat models
that comprehensively characterize the threat to
microelectronics confidentiality, integrity, and
availability across the entire supply chain, and the
design, production, packaging, and deployment cycle to
support risk management and risk mitigation; and
``(C) support development of guides to inform use
and decision-making by program evaluators, program
offices, and industry to meet software and hardware
assurance requirements.
``(e) <<NOTE: Deadline. Guidelines.>> Revised Charter.--Not later
than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the
Secretary of Defense shall issue a revised charter for the Center. The
charter shall set forth--
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``(1) the role and authorities of the Center and the
Executive Steering Group;
``(2) the requirement of the Center to establish guidelines
for the development of improved software code vulnerability
analysis and testing tools;
``(3) the requirement of the Center to establish guidelines
for the development of improved hardware vulnerability testing
and protection tools; and
``(4) the manner in which the Center will connect to the
Department's major governance and resourcing processes to ensure
the continuation of Center duties.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing Required.--Not later than 240 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense
shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the
House of Representatives a briefing on the status of--
(1) the establishment of the Joint Federated Assurance
Center under section 4218 of title 10, United States Code, as
added by subsection (a); and
(2) the revisions to the charter of the Center required
under subsection (e) of such section 4128.
(c) Conforming Repeal.--Section 937 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113-66; 10 U.S.C.
2224 note) is repealed.
SEC. 923. CODIFICATION OF ADDITIONAL STAFF CORPS OF THE NAVY.
(a) Codification.--Section 8090 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended, in subsection (a)--
(1) in paragraph (4), by striking ``and'';
(2) by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (9); and
(3) by inserting, after paragraph (4), the following new
paragraphs:
``(5) the Supply Corps;
``(6) the Civil Engineer Corps;
``(7) the Nurse Corps;
``(8) the Medical Service Corps; and''.
(b) Conforming Amendment.--Such section is further amended, in
subsection (b)(1), by striking ``Medical Corps, the Dental Corps, the
Judge Advocate General's Corps, and the Chaplain Corps'' and inserting
``staff corps specified in subsection (a)''.
SEC. 924. ESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF EXPANDED COMPETITION.
(a) In General.--Chapter 903 of title <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 9011.>>
10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following
new section:
``Sec. 9025. <<NOTE: 10 USC 9025.>> Office of Expanded
Competition
``(a) Establishment.--There is in the Office of the Secretary of the
Air Force an office to be known as the Office of Expanded Competition
(in this section referred to as the `Office').
``(b) Director.--The head of the Office shall be the Director.
The <<NOTE: Appointment.>> Director shall be appointed by the Secretary
of the Air Force from among employees of the Department of Defense with
requisite subject matter expertise who--
``(1) are in a Senior Executive Service position (as defined
in section 3132 of title 5) at the time of appointment; or
``(2) are not in a Senior Executive Service position at the
time of appointment, but meet the Executive Core Qualifications
(ECQs) for such a position.
``(c) Duties.--The duties of the Office are as follows:
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``(1) In consultation with other components of the
Department of Defense and the Federal Government, conduct
coordinated and integrated assessments of adversarial capital
flows into industries or businesses of interest to the
Department of Defense.
``(2) Identify and prioritize promising critical
technologies and assets for the Joint Force in need of capital
assistance, including critical technologies and assets available
from foreign entities.
``(3) Fund investments in such technologies and assets,
including supply chain technologies not always supported through
direct investment.
``(4) Support the coordination and outreach efforts of
technology scouting and acquisition elements within the
Department of Defense to enable investment decision-making by
those elements that counteract entities employing adversarial
capital flows against industries or businesses described in
paragraph (1), including the employment of relevant authorities
vested in other components of the Department and the Federal
Government.
``(5) Identify, accelerate, and sustain the establishment,
research, development, construction, procurement, leasing,
consolidation, alteration, improvement, modernization, and
repair of tangible and intangible assets vital to the national
security of the United States.
``(6) Help the Department of Defense provide capital
assistance to entities, including foreign entities, engaged in
investments that facilitate the efforts of the Department.
``(7) Experiment, prototype, test, or validate Government-
developed or commercially developed analytical tools, processes,
and tradecraft to improve the due diligence and investment
analysis processes for the Department of Defense, including the
employment of relevant delegated authorities vested in other
components of the Department and the Federal Government.
``(8) Assist the Secretary of Defense in developing access
and placement using commercial means.
``(9) Otherwise engage with, coordinate, and collaborate
with other components of the Department of Defense and the
Federal Government to maximize efficiencies and promote whole-
of-government solutions to protect the national security of the
United States.
``(d) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `adversarial capital flow' means an
investment by--
``(A) the government of a country that is an
adversary of the United States; or
``(B) an entity organized under the laws of, or
otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of, such a
country.
``(2) The term `capital assistance' means a loan, loan
guarantee, or technical assistance.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force
shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the
status of the implementation of the Office of Expanded Competition as
required under section 9025 of title 10, United States Code (as added by
subsection (a)).
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SEC. 925. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 130i note.>> COUNTER UNMANNED
AERIAL SYSTEMS TASK FORCE.
(a) In General.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall establish, or
designate from existing organizations and personnel of the Department of
Defense, a counter unmanned aerial systems task force, to be known as
the ``C-UAS Task Force''.
(b) Review of Memoranda and Directives.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense and the
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, acting through the C-UAS
Task Force, shall review and, if necessary, consolidate and
update all Department of Defense memoranda and directives
related to the countering of unmanned aircraft systems in United
States airspace to provide clarity to and an expedited decision-
making process for commanders with respect to effectively
countering unmanned aircraft systems or unmanned aircraft
incursions at military installations in the United States.
(2) Included memoranda and directives.--The memoranda and
directives required to be reviewed and, if necessary,
consolidated and updated under paragraph (1) include the
following:
(A) The Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Strategy of the Department of Defense, dated January 7,
2021.
(B) The Deputy Secretary of Defense Memorandum
entitled ``Risk-based Assessment in Support of Counter-
Unmanned Aircraft Activities to Protect DOD Facilities
and Assets'' and dated May 7, 2020.
(C) Deputy Secretary of Defense Policy Memorandum
16-003, entitled ``Interim Guidance for Countering
Unmanned Aircraft'' and dated August 18, 2016.
(D) Deputy Secretary of Defense Policy Memorandum
17-00X, entitled ``Supplemental Guidance for Countering
Unmanned Aircraft'' and dated July 5, 2017.
(E) Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Notice
3124, entitled ``Interim Guidance for Countering
Unmanned Aircraft'' and dated February 8, 2017.
(F) Other related general administrative notices of
the Joint Staff.
(G) Any other associated memoranda or directives of
the Department of Defense relating to unmanned aircraft
systems, as the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of
the Joint Chiefs of Staff determine necessary.
(c) Issuance of Updated Guidance.--
(1) <<NOTE: Memoranda. Directives.>> In general.--Not later
than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of Defense shall issue new memoranda, directives, and
guidance related to authorities to counter unmanned aircraft
systems.
(2) Dissemination to installation commanders.--The Secretary
of Defense shall ensure that memoranda, directives, and guidance
issued under paragraph (1), and any subsequent memoranda,
directives and guidance, are included in pre-briefings for any
officers that assume command of a military installation in the
United States on or after July 1, 2025.
(3) Standard operating procedures for military
installations.--
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(A) In general.--Not later than 60 days after the
issuance of the memoranda, directives, and guidance
required by paragraph (1), each commander of a military
installation shall issue operating procedures specific
to their military installation for countering unmanned
aircraft systems at the installation.
(B) Extension during changes in command.--If there
is a change of command of a military installation during
the 60-day period described in subparagraph (A), the
incoming commander of the installation shall issue
operating procedures specific to their military
installation required by that subparagraph not later
than 60 days after receiving the pre-briefing described
in paragraph (2).
(d) Report on Existing Training Efforts.--Not later than 120 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense
shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the
counter-unmanned aircraft systems training efforts of the Department of
Defense in effect as of the date of the enactment of this Act. The
report shall include--
(1) a description of any training that is commonly provided
to members of the Armed Forces on countering threats posed by
unmanned aircraft systems; and
(2) <<NOTE: Summary.>> a summary of the training curriculum
that is provided for installation commanders and deployed forces
to counter unmanned aircraft systems.
SEC. 926. AFFILIATE RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN ARMY SPECIAL OPERATIONS
FORCES AND COMBAT-ENABLING UNITS OF
GENERAL PURPOSE FORCES.
(a) Limitation.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by
this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2025 for the
Department of Defense may be obligated or expended to complete the
special operations force structure reductions described in subsection
(b) until the date on which the assessment required under subsection (c)
is submitted to the congressional defense committees.
(b) Force Structure Reductions Described.--The special operations
force structure reductions described in this subsection are the proposed
reductions to the end strengths of the special operations forces of the
Army announced by the Army on February 27, 2024, as part of the Total
Army Analysis process.
(c) Assessment of Feasibility and Advisability of Affiliate
Relationships.--
(1) <<NOTE: Reports.>> In general.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
the Army and the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special
Operations and Low Intensity Conflict shall jointly submit to
the congressional defense committees a report assessing the
feasibility and advisability of establishing affiliate
relationships between units of the Army special operations
forces and Army general purpose forces for the purpose of
enhancing military readiness and effectiveness.
(2) Elements.--The report required by paragraph (1) shall
include, at a minimum, the following:
(A) An assessment of the feasibility and
advisability of establishing formal affiliate
relationships between units of the Army special
operations forces and combat-enabling
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units of the Army general purpose forces, including
units that perform the following missions:
(i) Logistics.
(ii) Intelligence.
(iii) Communications.
(iv) Explosive ordnance disposal.
(v) Electronic warfare.
(vi) Rotary wing support.
(vii) Combat medicine.
(viii) Information operations.
(ix) Civil affairs.
(x) Such other missions as the Secretary and
the Assistant Secretary consider relevant.
(B) <<NOTE: Summary.>> A summary of organic forces
and assigned forces conducting the missions described in
subparagraph (A) for Army special operations forces as
of the date of the enactment of this Act.
(3) Considerations.--In developing the report required by
paragraph (1), the Secretary and the Assistant Secretary shall
take into account the following:
(A) The enabling requirements of both the Army
special operations forces and the Army general purpose
forces.
(B) The availability of high-demand, low-density
enabling capabilities of the Army general purpose
forces.
(C) Deployment-to-dwell standards.
(D) The ability of Army general purpose forces and
Army special operations forces to fulfill current
service specific and joint force requirements.
(d) <<NOTE: Determination. Deadline. Timeline.>> Plan for
Establishing Affiliate Relationships.--If, in the report required by
subsection (c)(1), the Secretary and the Assistant Secretary determine
that it is feasible and advisable to establish formal affiliate
relationships between units of the Army special operations forces and
combat-enabling units of the Army general purpose forces, then, not
later than 270 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary and the Assistant Secretary shall jointly submit to the
congressional defense committees a plan for establishing such
relationships that includes, at a minimum, an identification of units to
be affiliated and a timeline for doing so.
(e) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``affiliate relationship'' means a habitual
relationship between a unit or units of the Army special
operations forces and a combat-enabling unit or units of the
Army general purpose forces pursuant to which the general and
special operations forces units regularly train together,
conduct exercises together, and when required, deploy together.
(2) The term ``special operations forces'' means the forces
identified under section 167(j) of title 10, United States Code,
or a member of the Armed Forces carrying out special operations
activities.
(3) The term ``special operations activities'' means
activities described in section 167(k) of title 10, United
States Code, and includes any support services provided for the
execution such activities, including logistics, communications,
and intelligence activities.
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SEC. 927. FORCE SIZING METHODOLOGY.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Analysis.>> In General.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall develop a methodology for analyzing United States military
force sizing necessary to conduct activities below the threshold of
traditional armed conflict in support of strategic competition,
including the following:
(1) Campaigning.
(2) Building capacity of and security cooperation with
partner countries.
(3) Information operations.
(4) Civil affairs.
(5) Irregular warfare.
(6) Operational preparation of the environment.
(b) Report Required.--Not later than 270 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the
congressional defense committees a report on the methodology developed
under subsection (a) that includes, at a minimum, the following:
(1) An explanation of the methodology and how the
methodology is intended to be applied to future force sizing
analysis.
(2) An articulation of the roles and responsibilities of
relevant officials, branches of the Armed Forces, and commands
in utilizing the methodology.
(3) Such other matters as the Secretary considers relevant.
TITLE X--GENERAL PROVISIONS
Subtitle A--Financial Matters
Sec. 1001. General transfer authority.
Sec. 1002. Repeal of audit incentive element in report requirement of
Financial Improvement and Audit Remediation Plan.
Sec. 1003. Authority to use Defense Modernization Account funds for
time-sensitive equipment modernization.
Sec. 1004. Extension of audit requirement for Department of Defense
components.
Sec. 1005. Revision of Department of Defense financial management
regulation.
Sec. 1006. Establishment of cross-functional team to oversee
implementation of recommendations of Commission on Planning,
Programming, Budgeting, and Execution Reform.
Sec. 1007. Use of technology using artificial intelligence to facilitate
audit of the financial statements of the Department of
Defense for fiscal year 2025.
Subtitle B--Counterdrug Activities
Sec. 1011. Support for counterdrug activities affecting flow of drugs
into United States.
Sec. 1012. Authority for detection and monitoring of illegal drugs
regardless of destination.
Sec. 1013. Review, assessment, and analysis of governance structure and
strategy of Department of Defense counter-narcotics and
counter-transnational organized crime activities.
Subtitle C--Naval Vessels and Shipyards
Sec. 1021. Briefing required in the event of a proposed reduction in
battle force ships as part of the annual naval vessel
construction plan and certification.
Sec. 1022. Modification of authority to purchase used vessels under the
National Defense Sealift Fund.
Sec. 1023. Modifications to ship repair authorities.
Sec. 1024. Improving Navy assessments required prior to start of
construction on first ship of a shipbuilding program.
Sec. 1025. Prohibition on contracting with shipyards controlled by a
foreign adversary country.
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Sec. 1026. Exception to prohibition of overhaul, repair, or maintenance
of certain vessels in shipyards outside the United States or
Guam.
Sec. 1027. Strategy on development of naval rearm at sea capability.
Sec. 1028. Authority to use incremental funding for the Virginia-class
submarine program.
Sec. 1029. Authority to use incremental funding to enter into a contract
for the construction of an Arleigh Burke class destroyer.
Sec. 1030. Pilot program on use of automated inspection technologies at
shipyards.
Sec. 1031. Requirements for the unmanned maritime autonomy architecture.
Sec. 1032. Competitive demonstration of large and extra large unmanned
underwater vehicles.
Sec. 1033. Requirement for mature ship design.
Subtitle D--Counterterrorism
Sec. 1041. Extension of prohibition on use of funds for transfer or
release of individuals detained at United States Naval
Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the United States.
Sec. 1042. Extension of prohibition on use of funds to construct or
modify facilities in the United States to house detainees
transferred from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay,
Cuba.
Sec. 1043. Extension of prohibition on use of funds for transfer or
release of individuals detained at United States Naval
Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to certain countries.
Sec. 1044. Extension of prohibition on use of funds to close or
relinquish control of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo
Bay, Cuba.
Subtitle E--Miscellaneous Authorities and Limitations
Sec. 1051. Authority to contribute to innovation fund.
Sec. 1052. Extension of authority for reimbursement of expenses for
certain Navy mess operations.
Sec. 1053. Assessments of casualties and fatalities during hostilities.
Sec. 1054. Establishment of major mishap incident designation
classification for Department of Defense incidents.
Sec. 1055. Prohibition on use of funds for EcoHealth Alliance and the
Wuhan Institute of Virology.
Sec. 1056. Prohibition on Department of Defense transportation of
currency to Taliban or Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
Sec. 1057. Prohibition on use of funds for the Badr Organization and
related organizations.
Sec. 1058. Limitation on use of funds pending provision of briefing on
reliance of People's Liberation Army on imported fossil fuels
for energy.
Sec. 1059. Prohibition on use of funds to support entertainment projects
with ties to the Government of the People's Republic of
China.
Subtitle F--Studies and Reports
Sec. 1061. Chief of Navy Reserve annual report.
Sec. 1062. Modification and extension of requirement for combatant
command risk assessment for airborne intelligence,
surveillance, and reconnaissance.
Sec. 1063. Extension of briefing requirement regarding civil authorities
at the Southwest border.
Sec. 1064. Extension of annual report on civilian casualties in
connection with United States military operations.
Sec. 1065. Review of irregular warfare authorities.
Sec. 1066. Reports on approval and deployment of lethal autonomous
weapon systems.
Sec. 1067. Congressional notice regarding execute orders issued at the
direction of the President or the Secretary of Defense.
Sec. 1068. Mobility capability requirements study.
Sec. 1069. Biodefense posture reviews.
Sec. 1070. Briefings on attempts by aliens and foreign actors to access
military installations without authorization.
Sec. 1071. Report on resourcing of Arctic Strategy.
Sec. 1072. Analyses and reports on air superiority of the Joint Force.
Sec. 1073. Exercise for countering unmanned aerial systems.
Sec. 1074. Report on operational plans of the Department of Defense.
Sec. 1075. Quarterly reports on funerals at Arlington National Cemetery
on hold until caisson services resume.
Sec. 1076. Plan for enhancement of special operations riverine
capability.
Sec. 1077. Annual reports on the Postsecondary Education Complaint
System.
Sec. 1078. Study and report on Department of Defense use of unmanned
ground vehicle systems manufactured by certain foreign
entities.
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Subtitle G--Other Matters
Sec. 1081. Introduction of entities in transactions critical to national
security.
Sec. 1082. Installation energy plans and assessment for reduction of
reliance on Russian energy.
Sec. 1083. Extension of the National Commission on the Future of the
Navy.
Sec. 1084. Modification of National Security Commission on Emerging
Biotechnology.
Sec. 1085. Modification of defense sensitive support notification
requirement.
Sec. 1086. Plan for additional skill identifiers for Army Mountain
Warfare School.
Sec. 1087. Establishment of Department of Defense working group on
multilateral artificial intelligence coordination.
Sec. 1088. Resumption of caisson services at funeral services at
Arlington National Cemetery.
Sec. 1089. Liaison with Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems Task Force.
Sec. 1090. Responding to unmanned aircraft systems incursions.
Sec. 1091. Prioritization of accreditation of sensitive compartmented
information facilities supporting DX-rated programs.
Sec. 1092. Establishment of national security capital forum.
Sec. 1093. Implementation of Comptroller General recommendations
relating to the food program of the Department of Defense.
Sec. 1094. Pilot program to provide military aircraft support to air
shows.
Subtitle A--Financial Matters
SEC. 1001. GENERAL TRANSFER AUTHORITY.
(a) Authority To Transfer Authorizations.--
(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Authority.--Upon determination
by the Secretary of Defense that such action is necessary in the
national interest, the Secretary may transfer amounts of
authorizations made available to the Department of Defense in
this division for fiscal year 2025 between any such
authorizations for that fiscal year (or any subdivisions
thereof). Amounts of authorizations so transferred shall be
merged with and be available for the same purposes as the
authorization to which transferred.
(2) Limitation.--Except as provided in paragraph (3), the
total amount of authorizations that the Secretary may transfer
under the authority of this section may not exceed
$6,000,000,000.
(3) Exception for transfers between military personnel
authorizations.--A transfer of funds between military personnel
authorizations under title IV shall not be counted toward the
dollar limitation in paragraph (2).
(b) Limitations.--The authority provided by subsection (a) to
transfer authorizations--
(1) may only be used to provide authority for items that
have a higher priority than the items from which authority is
transferred; and
(2) may not be used to provide authority for an item that
has been denied authorization by Congress.
(c) Effect on Authorization Amounts.--A transfer made from one
account to another under the authority of this section shall be deemed
to increase the amount authorized for the account to which the amount is
transferred by an amount equal to the amount transferred.
(d) Notice to Congress.--The Secretary shall promptly notify
Congress of each transfer made under subsection (a).
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SEC. 1002. REPEAL OF AUDIT INCENTIVE ELEMENT IN REPORT REQUIREMENT
OF FINANCIAL IMPROVEMENT AND AUDIT
REMEDIATION PLAN.
Section 240b(b)(1)(B) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking clause (ix).
SEC. 1003. AUTHORITY TO USE DEFENSE MODERNIZATION ACCOUNT FUNDS
FOR TIME-SENSITIVE EQUIPMENT
MODERNIZATION.
(a) In General.--Section 3136(d) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:
``(5) For procuring and integrating available commercial
technologies and services to satisfy a joint urgent operational
need, joint emergent operational need, or a validated service
requirement.
``(6) For providing infrastructure to support Department
goals of accelerating the fielding and adoption of new
capabilities.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 3136 note.>> Limitation.--Paragraphs (5) and (6)
of subsection (d) of section 3136 of title 10, United States Code, as
added by subsection (a), shall apply only with respect to funds made
available, and transferred to the Defense Modernization Account, on or
after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 1004. EXTENSION OF AUDIT REQUIREMENT FOR DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE COMPONENTS.
Section 1004(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-81; 10 U.S.C. 240d note) is amended by
striking ``During fiscal year 2024, and during each of the nine fiscal
years thereafter,'' and inserting ``During each of fiscal years 2024
through 2034,''.
SEC. 1005. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 111 note.>> REVISION OF
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE FINANCIAL
MANAGEMENT REGULATION.
(a) Not later than September 30, 2026, the Under Secretary of
Defense (Comptroller) shall revise the Department of Defense Financial
Management Regulation 7000.14-R. The Under Secretary shall ensure that
the revised regulation--
(1) is consistent and clear throughout;
(2) <<NOTE: Update. Guidance.>> includes updated guidance
with respect to legislative and regulatory requirements; and
(3) does not include any outdated guidance or guidance
subject to change annually in an annual appropriations Act.
(b) Considerations.--In revising the regulation under subsection
(a), the Under Secretary shall--
(1) prioritize clarity and accessibility in the language and
direction provided, including improvements to the coordination
and approval process for recommended changes;
(2) review and adopt modern financial practices that better
align to current development and production cycles;
(3) consider information technology solutions to improve the
accessibility and usability of the Financial Management
Regulation; and
(4) in consultation with the Cross-Functional Team
established under section 1006 consider the recommendations of
the Commission on Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and
Execution Reform.
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(c) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Briefing.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, and once every 180 days
thereafter during the three-year period following such date of
enactment, the Under Secretary shall provide to the congressional
defense committees a briefing on the efforts to revise the Financial
Management Regulation. Each such briefing shall include each of the
following:
(1) The progress made in revising the Financial Management
Regulation.
(2) <<NOTE: Plan. Timeline.>> The plan and timeline for
completing revisions to the Financial Management Regulation.
(3) Any barriers to the ability of the Department of Defense
to revising the Financial Management Regulation as required
under this section.
(4) Any legislation required to complete revisions of the
Financial Management Regulation.
(5) Any other information determined relevant by the
Secretary.
SEC. 1006. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF CROSS-FUNCTIONAL
TEAM TO OVERSEE IMPLEMENTATION OF
RECOMMENDATIONS OF COMMISSION ON
PLANNING, PROGRAMMING, BUDGETING, AND
EXECUTION REFORM.
(a) In General.--Not later than 60 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, using the authority provided under section 911(c)
of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public
Law 114-328; 10 U.S.C. 111 note), the Secretary of Defense shall
establish and appropriately resource a cross-functional team to plan and
oversee, in coordination with the congressional defense committees, the
implementation of the recommendations of the Commission on Planning,
Programming, Budgeting, and Execution Reform established by section 1004
of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (Public
Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 1884).
(b) Reporting.--The head of the cross-functional team required by
subsection (a) shall be the Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller) and
such team shall report directly to the Deputy Secretary of Defense.
(c) Personnel.--
(1) In general.--The cross-functional team required by
subsection (a) shall include dedicated, appropriate personnel
with relevant expertise.
(2) Director.--There shall be a Director of the cross-
functional team who shall be responsible for leading the daily
activities of the cross-functional team. The Under Secretary of
Defense (Comptroller) shall select either a member of the Senior
Executive Service or a senior military officer to serve as the
Director.
(3) Hiring authorities.--In establishing the cross-
functional team, the Secretary may--
(A) hire personnel on a temporary or term basis to
support the activities of the cross-functional team; and
(B) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> enter into contracts or
other agreements with subject-matter experts with
relevant expertise to support the cross-functional team.
(4) Compensation.--Basic pay for personnel on the cross-
functional team may be administratively determined and set
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in accordance with section 3161(d) of title 5, United States
Code.
(5) Inapplicability of certain limitation.--An individual
hired or selected for service under this subsection who is not
assigned to perform functions in, or employed by, the Office of
the Secretary of Defense (including performance of direct
support activities of that Office and the Washington
Headquarters Services of the Department of Defense) as of the
date of the enactment of this Act is not subject to the
limitations under section 143 of title 10, United States Code.
(d) Consultations With Congress.--Not later than 60 days after the
date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense
(Comptroller) shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Briefing.>> provide to the congressional
defense committees a briefing on the proposed leadership,
composition, and charter of the cross-functional team required
by subsection (a); and
(2) seek feedback from the congressional defense committees
on the recommendations of the Commission on Planning,
Programming, Budgeting, and Execution Reform.
(e) <<NOTE: Termination date. Time period.>> Reports.--Not later
than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and every 180
days thereafter until the date that is three years after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller)
shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the
efforts of the Department of Defense to implement the recommendations of
the Commission.
(f) Termination.--
(1) In general.--Except as provided by paragraph (2), this
section and the cross-functional team required by subsection (a)
shall terminate on December 31, 2029.
(2) Early disestablishment of team.--The Secretary may, on
or after December 31, 2027, and before the termination date
specified in paragraph (1), disestablish the cross-functional
team required by subsection (a) if--
(A) <<NOTE: Determination.>> the Under Secretary of
Defense (Comptroller) determines that the cross-
functional team is no longer required for the
implementation of the recommendations of the Commission
on Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution
Reform; and
(B) the Secretary--
(i) <<NOTE: Notification.>> notifies the
congressional defense committees not later than 30
days before disestablishing the cross-functional
team; and
(ii) includes in the notification the
justification of the Secretary for the
disestablishment of the cross-functional team.
SEC. 1007. <<NOTE: 10 USC 240a note.>> USE OF TECHNOLOGY USING
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TO FACILITATE
AUDIT OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE FOR FISCAL YEAR
2025.
(a) Use of AI Technology for Audits.--The Secretary of Defense, the
Secretary of the Army, the Secretary of the Navy, and the Secretary of
the Air Force shall encourage, to the greatest extent practicable, the
use of technology that uses artificial intelligence or machine learning
for the purpose of facilitating audits of the financial statements of
the Department of Defense.
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(b) Implementation of AI Technology for Audits.--The Director of the
Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office of the Department, in
coordination with the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and
Engineering and the Inspector General of the Department, shall oversee
the adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning
technologies in support of financial management and enterprise business
operations.
Subtitle B--Counterdrug Activities
SEC. 1011. <<NOTE: Deadline. Guidance. 10 USC 124 note.>> SUPPORT
FOR COUNTERDRUG ACTIVITIES AFFECTING
FLOW OF DRUGS INTO UNITED STATES.
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Secretary shall prescribe Department-wide guidance that establishes
support for counterdrug activities and programs affecting the flow of
drugs into the United States as the principal foreign counterdrug
program priority of the Department.
SEC. 1012. <<NOTE: 10 USC 124 note.>> AUTHORITY FOR DETECTION AND
MONITORING OF ILLEGAL DRUGS REGARDLESS
OF DESTINATION.
In conducting detection and monitoring of illegal drugs under
section 124 of title 10, United States Code, the Joint Interagency Task
Force South may conduct detection and monitoring of vessels or aircraft
transiting illegal drugs in the air and maritime domains within the
established joint operating area of such task force regardless of the
destination of the illegal drugs.
SEC. 1013. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> REVIEW, ASSESSMENT, AND ANALYSIS
OF GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE AND STRATEGY OF
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE COUNTER-NARCOTICS
AND COUNTER-TRANSNATIONAL ORGANIZED
CRIME ACTIVITIES.
(a) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Agreement.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and
development center for the conduct of an independent review, assessment,
and analysis of the governance structure and strategy of the counter-
narcotics and counter-transnational organized crime activities of the
Department of Defense.
(b) Report.--
(1) In general.--The agreement described in subsection (a)
shall provide that not later than one year after the date on
which the Secretary of Defense and the federally funded research
and development center enter into the agreement, the center
shall provide to the Secretary a report on the findings of the
review, assessment, and analysis.
(2) Submittal to congress.--Not later than 30 days after
receiving the report described in paragraph (1), the Secretary
of Defense shall submit the report to the congressional defense
committees and the congressional research agencies.
(3) Elements.--The report described in paragraph (1) shall
include the following elements:
(A) An assessment of the authorities of the
Department of Defense for counter-narcotics and counter-
transnational organized crime activities.
(B) A description of the context for Department of
Defense authorities for counter-narcotics and counter-
transnational organized crime activities, including a
review
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of all Federal authorities, by Department and agency,
for counter-narcotics and counter-transnational
organized crime activities and how those authorities
align with the authorities of the Department of Defense.
(C) A gap analysis of the authorities described in
subparagraphs (A) and (B).
(D) A description of the funding for the counter-
narcotics and counter-transnational organized crime
activities of the Department of Defense.
(E) A description of the strategic objectives and
strategies for the counter-narcotics and counter-
transnational organized crime activities of the
Department of Defense.
(F) An assessment of whether the current strategy of
the Department of Defense includes--
(i) command arrangement agreements to address
existing and emerging narcotic substances of
concern, including detection and monitoring of
fentanyl, illicit fentanyl precursors, and
fentanyl analogues;
(ii) descriptions of the responsibilities of
each combatant command in its operating area;
(iii) <<NOTE: Plan.>> a plan for improved
coordination between geographic combatant commands
to ensure clear understanding of roles and
responsibilities in overlapping areas of
responsibility;
(iv) <<NOTE: Plan.>> a plan to continue and
improve coordination with foreign partners
regarding intelligence sharing and interdiction
activities;
(v) standardized operating procedures for
command and control of counter-narcotics within
the Department;
(vi) measurable outcomes to assess progress
for each of the counter-narcotics strategic
objectives of the Department;
(vii) a description of any capability upgrades
that would better enable the support of the
interdiction of narcotics, including fentanyl,
illicit fentanyl precursors, and fentanyl
analogues, throughout the Department; and
(viii) a description of interaction between
the Department of Defense and the Department of
State to coordinate counter-narcotics efforts with
foreign governments.
(G) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations
for improving the governance structure of the counter-
narcotics and counter-transnational organized crime
activities of the Department of Defense, including with
respect to designating a lead component or agency within
the Department of Defense.
(4) Form.--The report described in paragraph (1)--
(A) shall be submitted under paragraph (2) in
unclassified form, but may include a classified annex;
and
(B) <<NOTE: Public information.>> may be made
available to the public.
(c) Congressional Research Agencies Defined.--In this section, the
term ``congressional research agencies'' means the following:
(1) The Congressional Research Service.
(2) The Congressional Budget Office.
(3) The Government Accountability Office.
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Subtitle C--Naval Vessels and Shipyards
SEC. 1021. BRIEFING REQUIRED IN THE EVENT OF A PROPOSED REDUCTION
IN BATTLE FORCE SHIPS AS PART OF THE
ANNUAL NAVAL VESSEL CONSTRUCTION PLAN
AND CERTIFICATION.
Section 231 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsection (g) as subsection (h); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (f) the following new
subsection:
``(g) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Reduction in Battle Force Ships.--If the
plan and certification under subsection (a) for a fiscal year include a
proposed reduction in the number of battle force ships proposed to be
procured during that fiscal year or during the any of the subsequent
nine fiscal years, as compared to the number of such ships proposed in
the plan and certification for the preceding fiscal year for that fiscal
year and the subsequent nine fiscal years, the Secretary of Defense
shall provide to the congressional defense committees, by not later than
15 days after the date of the submission of the plan and certification
under subsection (a), a briefing that includes each of the following:
``(1) An identification of each specific ship for which
funds are not requested in the budget for that fiscal year and
an identification of any funds that were allocated to each such
ship, for any prior fiscal year including funds for--
``(A) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> research, development,
test, and evaluation;
``(B) advance procurement;
``(C) advanced construction; and
``(D) economic order quantity.
``(2) If a shipyard is identified in relation to a ship
identified under paragraph (1), the projected change in workload
at the shipyard as a result of the reduction of the ship.
``(3) The projected change in the estimated value of any
major subcontracted components or sequence critical material as
a result of the reduction of the ship.''.
SEC. 1022. MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO PURCHASE USED VESSELS
UNDER THE NATIONAL DEFENSE SEALIFT FUND.
Section 2218 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (f)(3)--
(A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``subsection
(c)(1)(E)'' and inserting ``subsection (c)(1)(D)''; and
(B) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``nine'' and
inserting ``10''; and
(2) in subsection (i), by striking ``subsection (c)(1)(E)''
and inserting ``subsection (c)(1)(D)''.
SEC. 1023. MODIFICATIONS TO SHIP REPAIR AUTHORITIES.
(a) Definition of Short-term Work for Purposes of Navy Construction
of Combatant and Escort Vessels and Assignment of Vessel Projects.--
Section 8669a(c)(4) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``10 months'' and inserting ``12 months''.
(b) Study on Price Differentials Used in Navy Ship Repair
Solicitations.--
(1) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> In general.--Subject to the
availability of appropriations, the Secretary of the Navy shall
seek to enter into an
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agreement with a federally funded research and development
center to conduct a study to assess whether relevant price
differentials used by the Navy in ship repair solicitations
accurately reflect the true market value of the activity
undertaken to complete the repair work involved in the absence
of any such differential.
(2) Elements.--The study under paragraph (1) shall address
all relevant price differentials used by the Navy in ship repair
solicitations, including--
(A) the use of Government-owned and operated dry
docks;
(B) the use of inter-port differentials; and
(C) the use of pier differentials.
(3) Reports.--
(A) Ffrdc report.--The federally funded research and
development center that conducts the study under
paragraph (1) shall submit to the Secretary of the Navy
a report on the results of the study.
(B) <<NOTE: Records. Statement.>> Submittal to
congress.--Not later than September 30, 2025, the
Secretary of the Navy shall submit to the congressional
defense committees an unaltered copy of the report
received by the Secretary under subparagraph (A)
together with a separate statement of the views of the
Secretary on the results of the study conducted under
paragraph (1).
(c) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Report on Navy Policy for Soliciting
Coastwide Bids for Certain Repair Availabilities.--
(1) In general.--Not later than March 30, 2025, the
Secretary of the Navy shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a report on the policy of the Navy for soliciting
coastwide bids for repair availabilities longer than 10 months.
(2) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Elements.--The report under
paragraph (1) shall include an explanation and assessment of
each of the following:
(A) The intent of the policy described in paragraph
(1).
(B) The data the Navy uses to assess the efficacy of
such policy.
(C) How the Navy estimates the cost of moving
vessels out of their home port to complete the
availability and the actual cost of moving vessels out
of their home port to complete the availability.
(D) How the Navy estimates the financial, labor
force, member of the Armed Forces and family well-being,
berthing, and related costs associated with moving a
vessel out of its home port to complete a repair
availability longer than 10 months.
SEC. 1024. IMPROVING NAVY ASSESSMENTS REQUIRED PRIOR TO START OF
CONSTRUCTION ON FIRST SHIP OF A
SHIPBUILDING PROGRAM.
Section 8669c of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by
striking ``30 days'' and inserting ``15 days'';
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``commencement''
and inserting ``the start''; and
(C) in paragraph (3)--
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(i) by inserting ``at least 95 percent of
all'' before ``the basic''; and
(ii) by striking ``of the vessel is complete''
and inserting ``drawing packages for the ship have
reached final approval'';
(2) in subsection (b)--
(A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by
striking ``, at a minimum, an assessment of''; and
(B) by striking paragraphs (1) through (6) and
inserting the following new paragraphs:
``(1) An identification of the degree to which detail design
and production design drawings and related documents have been
completed in accordance with the shipbuilding contract.
``(2) An assessment of the readiness of the shipyard
facilities and workforce to begin construction.
``(3) The Navy's estimated delivery date and a description
of any risks that could affect such delivery date.
``(4) An assessment of the extent to which adequate
processes and metrics are in place to measure and manage program
risks.
``(5) With respect to the first ship, a description of the
plans of the Navy to oversee and document the construction of
the ship to ensure that the detail design supports the
construction schedule for the ship.
``(6) <<NOTE: Definition.>> A definition of the term `start
of construction' that--
``(A) is applicable to the first ship; and
``(B) does not mean a point in time--
``(i) after the completion of 5 percent of
lightship displacement; or
``(ii) after the advance procurement or
advance construction of the ship.
``(7) <<NOTE: Certification.>> An identification of any
fabrication of the hull and superstructure of the ship that will
occur before the date on which the Secretary submits the
certifications required under paragraphs (2) and (3) of
subsection (a).
``(8) An identification of the extent of to which vendor-
and government-furnished information supports the overall
maturity and stability of the ship's design, including
information regarding--
``(A) whether vendor selection is complete for major
distributive systems and key equipment supporting
operational requirements;
``(B) whether specifications are finalized for major
distributive systems and key equipment; and
``(C) the status of factory acceptance testing, as
applicable, to validate finalized specifications for
major distributive systems and key equipment through
manufacturing.''; and
(3) in subsection (c)--
(A) in paragraph (1)--
(i) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A),
by inserting ``, and when used with respect to
manned surface and undersea combatants, means
design through the completion of three-dimensional
computer aided modeling'' after ``computer aided
models'';
(ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking
``fixes'' and inserting ``supports''; and
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(iii) in subparagraph (C), by striking
``routes major portions of all distributive
systems of the vessel'' and inserting ``positions
and routes all major distributive systems of the
ship''; and
(B) by striking paragraph (5).
SEC. 1025. PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH SHIPYARDS CONTROLLED BY
A FOREIGN ADVERSARY COUNTRY.
Chapter 863 of title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
8661.>> is amended by inserting after section 8679 the following new
section:
``Sec. 8679a. <<NOTE: 10 USC 8679a.>> Contracting with shipyards
controlled by a foreign adversary country:
prohibition
``The <<NOTE: Determination.>> Secretary of Defense may not enter
into any contract or other agreement with a shipyard determined by the
Secretary of Defense to be under the ownership, control, or influence of
a foreign adversary country (as defined in section 4872(d)(2) of title
10, United States Code).''.
SEC. 1026. EXCEPTION TO PROHIBITION OF OVERHAUL, REPAIR, OR
MAINTENANCE OF CERTAIN VESSELS IN
SHIPYARDS OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES OR
GUAM.
Section 8680(a)(3) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as clauses
(i) and (ii), respectively;
(2) by inserting ``(A)'' before ``Notwithstanding'';
(3) by inserting ``and subject to subparagraph (B)'' after
``paragraph (1)'';
(4) in clause (i), as so redesignated, by striking ``or'' at
the end;
(5) in clause (ii), as so redesignated, by striking the
period and inserting ``; or'';
(6) by inserting after clause (ii), the following new
clause:
``(iii) corrective and preventive maintenance of a
deployed naval vessel planned to last not more than 21
days.''; and
(7) by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following new
subparagraph:
``(B) <<NOTE: Time period.>> During any fiscal year, the cumulative
work carried out under this paragraph for ships at any particular
homeport may not exceed two percent of the average annual total workload
of that homeport over the preceding three-year period, as measured in
shipyard labor hours.''.
SEC. 1027. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> STRATEGY ON DEVELOPMENT OF NAVAL
REARM AT SEA CAPABILITY.
(a) <<NOTE: Plans.>> Strategy Required.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Navy shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a strategy for delivering
a rearm at sea capability to the surface fleet of the United States
Navy. Such strategy shall include each of the following:
(1) A plan to develop, by not later than three years after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the capability to employ
rearming equipment to load missile canisters into MK 41 vertical
launch system cells on Navy destroyers while operating at sea,
including an identification of the current and planned
investments of the Navy in technology development to achieve
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such capability, including the anticipated cost and schedule for
such investments.
(2) A plan for the key milestone events and associated dates
in the development of such capability.
(3) A plan to coordinate with allies of the United States
that use variants of the United States manufactured MK 41
vertical launch system to jointly procure rearm at sea
capabilities.
(4) An identification of any courses of action the Secretary
is considering other than the plans referred to in paragraphs
(1) through (2) to address the gap between the rearm at sea
capabilities of the United States and the capabilities of other
countries, including the use of uncrewed technologies.
(5) Such other matters as the Secretary determines
appropriate.
(b) Briefing.-- Not later than 90 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Navy shall provide to the
congressional defense committees a written briefing on the development
of the strategy required under (a).
SEC. 1028. AUTHORITY TO USE INCREMENTAL FUNDING FOR THE VIRGINIA-
CLASS SUBMARINE PROGRAM.
(a) Authority to Use Incremental Funding to Enter Into a Contract
for the Construction of a Virginia-class Submarine.--
(1) In general.--Amounts authorized to be appropriated by
this Act or otherwise made available for the Navy for
Shipbuilding and Conversion for fiscal year 2025 may be used by
the Secretary of the Navy to enter into an incrementally funded
contract for the construction of a Virginia-class submarine.
(2) Availability of funds.--A contract entered into under
paragraph (1) shall provide that any obligation of the United
States to make a payment under the contract is subject to the
availability of appropriations for that purpose, and that total
liability to the Government for the termination of the contract
shall be limited to the total amount of funding obligated at
time of termination.
(3) Condition for out-year contract payments.--A contract
entered into under paragraph (1) shall provide that any
obligation of the United States to make a payment under the
contract for any fiscal year is subject to the availability of
appropriations for that purpose for such fiscal year.
(4) Limitation on termination liability.--A contract for the
construction of Virginia class submarines entered into under
paragraph (1) shall provide that the total liability to the
Federal government for the termination of the contract shall be
limited to the total amount of funding obligated to the contract
as of the date of the termination.
(b) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Authority to Use Incremental Funding for
Limited Efforts Related to Virginia-class Submarine Program.--
(1) In general.--Subject to the limitation under paragraph
(2), the Secretary of the Navy may modify existing contracts to
provide for incremental funding of Virginia-class submarines
authorized to be procured under section 122 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112-
239; 126 Stat. 1655), section 124 of the National Defense
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Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115-91; 131
Stat. 1311) (as amended by section 129 of the John S. McCain
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public
Law 115-232; 132 Stat 1665)), section 123 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-
31; 137 Stat 169), or otherwise appropriated in fiscal year
2024.
(2) Limitation.--The authority under paragraph (1) may only
be used to provide for an increase in wages for the shipbuilder
workforce or an increase in non-executive level salaries.
(3) Condition for out-year contract payment.--A contract
entered into under section 122 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112-239; 126
Stat. 1655) or section 124 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115-91; 131 Stat. 1311) (as
amended by section 129 of the John S. McCain National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 132
Stat 1665)) or modified under paragraph (1) shall provide that
any obligation of the United States to make a payment under the
contract for any fiscal year is subject to the availability of
appropriations for that purpose for such subsequent fiscal year.
(4) Limitation on termination liability.--A contract for the
construction of Virginia class submarines entered into under
section 122 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2013 (Public Law 112-239; 126 Stat. 1655) or section 124 of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018
(Public Law 115-91; 131 Stat. 1311) (as amended by section 129
of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 132 Stat 1665)) or
modified under paragraph (1) shall provide that the total
liability to the Federal government for the termination of the
contract shall be limited to the total amount of funding
obligated to the contract as of the date of the termination.
SEC. 1029. AUTHORITY TO USE INCREMENTAL FUNDING TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN
ARLEIGH BURKE CLASS DESTROYER.
(a) In General.--Amounts authorized to be appropriated by this Act
or otherwise made available for the Navy for Shipbuilding and Conversion
for fiscal year 2025 may be used by the Secretary of the Navy to enter
into an incrementally funded contract for the construction of an Arleigh
Burke class destroyer.
(b) Availability of Funds.--A contract entered into under subsection
(a) shall provide that any obligation of the United States to make a
payment under the contract is subject to the availability of
appropriations for that purpose, and that total liability to the
Government for the termination of the contract shall be limited to the
total amount of funding obligated at time of termination.
SEC. 1030. <<NOTE: 10 USC 8013 note.>> PILOT PROGRAM ON USE OF
AUTOMATED INSPECTION TECHNOLOGIES AT
SHIPYARDS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Beginning not later than 90
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the
Navy shall carry out a pilot program on the use of automated inspection
technologies at shipyards.
(b) Selection of Location.--The Secretary shall select one shipyard
at which to carry out the pilot program required under
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subsection (a) and shall take such steps as may be necessary to minimize
the disruption to the operations of the shipyard during the conduct of
the pilot program.
(c) Elements.--In carrying out the pilot program required under
subsection (a), the Secretary shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> select at least one surface ship as
a test platform to collect a comprehensive set of inspection
criteria used for defining maintenance requirements;
(2) define requirements for the upgrade or overhaul of the
information technology infrastructure at the shipyard to ensure
compatibility with new technologies implemented under the pilot
program;
(3) provide for the training of personnel on the operation
and maintenance of the automated inspection technologies
selected for use during the pilot program;
(4) designate an individual who shall be responsible for
implementing and overseeing each phase of the pilot program; and
(5) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. Strategic plan.>> recommend
a strategic sequencing plan of the pilot program to ensure the
execution of necessary information technology upgrades prior to
the deployment of robotic systems.
(d) Report and Briefings.--
(1) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the termination
of the pilot program under subsection (e), the Secretary shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the
results of the pilot program.
(2) Briefings.--Upon completion of the sequencing plan
required under subsection (c)(5), the Secretary shall provide to
the congressional defense committees a briefing on the plan.
(e) Termination.--The authority to carry out a pilot program under
this section shall terminate on the date that is three years after the
date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 1031. <<NOTE: 10 USC 8661 note.>> REQUIREMENTS FOR THE
UNMANNED MARITIME AUTONOMY ARCHITECTURE.
Not <<NOTE: Deadline.>> later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Navy shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Standards.>> provide a forum and resources to
facilitate industry participation in the creation and management
of a vendor-agnostic and platform-agnostic modular open systems
architecture and associated standards for maritime unmanned
systems;
(2) adopt or join a governance model for the standards
described in paragraph (1) that includes Government and industry
participation;
(3) <<NOTE: Process.>> implement a frequent or continuous
process for incorporating industry feedback into the standards
described in paragraph (1) and conforming those standards with
leading industry practices;
(4) for each relevant Navy program or contract, tailor the
standards described in paragraph (1) to the minimum standards
necessary to enable desired operational capabilities for the
program or contract; and
(5) <<NOTE: Public information.>> label and distribute the
standards described in paragraph (1) as open, publicly
releasable information, to the greatest extent possible.
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SEC. 1032. COMPETITIVE DEMONSTRATION OF LARGE AND EXTRA LARGE
UNMANNED UNDERWATER VEHICLES.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Competitive Demonstration Required.--Not
later than June 1, 2025, the Secretary of the Navy, in coordination with
the Commander of the United States Indo-Pacific Command and in
consultation with the Director of the Defense Innovation Unit, shall
carry out a competitive demonstration of large and extra large unmanned
underwater vehicle capabilities, including non-developmental items from
commercial or foreign partner sources that leverage commercial solutions
openings.
(b) Criteria.--In developing and evaluating the competitive
demonstration required by subsection (a), the Secretary of the Navy
shall consider the following:
(1) The ability of large and extra large unmanned underwater
vehicles to integrate with mission autonomy planning capability
and joint command and control systems.
(2) The ability of such vehicles to execute high-value
missions in a contested environment.
(3) Vehicle performance with respect to navigation,
endurance, and concepts of employment.
(4) The technical maturity, reliability, and maintainability
of such vehicles.
(5) Feedback from military users, especially with respect to
user interface, mission functionality, ease of use and
deployment, and command and control.
(6) Initial assessments of the total cost to procure,
operate, and sustain a persistent large and extra large unmanned
underwater vehicle presence in support of the operational
requirements of the United States Indo-Pacific Command.
(c) Use of Funds.--The Secretary of the Navy may obligate and expend
amounts made available for the Navy in fiscal year 2025 for research,
development, test, and evaluation, and operation and maintenance to
carry out the competitive demonstration required by subsection (a).
(d) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Assessments Required.--
(1) Secretary of the navy.--
(A) In general.--Not later than September 1, 2025,
the Secretary of the Navy shall submit to the
congressional defense committees the unaltered
assessment of the Secretary of the competitive
demonstration required by subsection (a).
(B) <<NOTE: Update. Recommenda- tions.>>
Elements.--The assessment required by subparagraph (A)
may include recommendations for updating the funding and
acquisition plans for the large and extra large unmanned
underwater vehicle program.
(2) Commander of united states indo-pacific command.--Not
later than September 1, 2025, the Commander of the United States
Indo-Pacific Command shall submit to the congressional defense
committees the unaltered assessment of the Commander of the
continued validity of the large and extra large unmanned
underwater vehicle requirements and any proposed new
requirements.
(e) Large and Extra Large Unmanned Underwater Vehicles Defined.--In
this section, the term ``large and extra large unmanned underwater
vehicles'' means systems that--
(1) are capable of--
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(A) operating while completely submerged in the sea;
and
(B) supporting one or more missions with a modular
payload integration; and
(2) have a range of at least 1,000 nautical miles.
SEC. 1033. <<NOTE: 10 USC 8661 note.>> REQUIREMENT FOR MATURE
SHIP DESIGN.
The Secretary of the Navy shall take such actions as are necessary
for the Navy to adopt recommendations 1, 3, 4, and 6 in the report of
the Government Accountability Office titled, ``Navy Shipbuilding:
Increased Use of Leading Design Practices Could Improve Timeliness of
Deliveries'', and dated May 2, 2024 (GAO-24-105503).
Subtitle D--Counterterrorism
SEC. 1041. EXTENSION OF PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS FOR TRANSFER
OR RELEASE OF INDIVIDUALS DETAINED AT
UNITED STATES NAVAL STATION, GUANTANAMO
BAY, CUBA, TO THE UNITED STATES.
Section 1033 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 132 Stat. 1953), as most
recently amended by section 1031 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 386), is further
amended by striking ``December 31, 2024'' and inserting ``December 31,
2025''.
SEC. 1042. EXTENSION OF PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS TO CONSTRUCT
OR MODIFY FACILITIES IN THE UNITED
STATES TO HOUSE DETAINEES TRANSFERRED
FROM UNITED STATES NAVAL STATION,
GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA.
Section 1034(a) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 132 Stat. 1954), as most
recently amended by section 1032 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 387), is further
amended by striking ``December 31, 2024'' and inserting ``December 31,
2025''.
SEC. 1043. EXTENSION OF PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS FOR TRANSFER
OR RELEASE OF INDIVIDUALS DETAINED AT
UNITED STATES NAVAL STATION, GUANTANAMO
BAY, CUBA, TO CERTAIN COUNTRIES.
Section 1035 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 132 Stat. 1954), as most
recently amended by section 1033 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 387), is further
amended by striking ``December 31, 2024'' and inserting ``December 31,
2025''.
SEC. 1044. EXTENSION OF PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS TO CLOSE OR
RELINQUISH CONTROL OF UNITED STATES
NAVAL STATION, GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA.
Section 1036 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2018 (Public Law 115-91; 131 Stat. 1551), as most recently amended
by section 1034 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137
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Stat. 387), is further amended by striking ``2024'' and inserting
``2025''.
Subtitle E--Miscellaneous Authorities and Limitations
SEC. 1051. AUTHORITY TO CONTRIBUTE TO INNOVATION FUND.
Subchapter II of chapter 138 of title 10, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
2350a.>> United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the
following new section:
``Sec. 2350s. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2350s.>> Authority to contribute to
innovation fund
``(a) Authority to Contribute to NATO Innovation Fund.--Within
amounts authorized by law for such purpose during the five-year period
following the date of the enactment of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025, the Secretary of Defense may
contribute to the NATO Innovation Fund a total amount of no more than
$200,000,000.
``(b) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `NATO' means the North Atlantic Treaty
Organization.
``(2) The term `NATO Innovation Fund' means the multi-
sovereign, investment venture capital fund of NATO that provides
secure investment in dual-use, high-impact technology.''.
SEC. 1052. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES
FOR CERTAIN NAVY MESS OPERATIONS.
Section 1014 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110-417; 122 Stat. 4585), as most
recently amended by section 1028 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat. 3388), is
further amended--
(1) in subsection (b), by striking ``September 30, 2025''
and inserting ``September 30, 2030''; and
(2) by striking subsection (c).
SEC. 1053. <<NOTE: 10 USC 111 note.>> ASSESSMENTS OF CASUALTIES
AND FATALITIES DURING HOSTILITIES.
In making assessments of casualties and fatalities during
hostilities, the Department of Defense may not cite as authoritative in
public communications, fatality figures that are derived by United
States-designated terrorist organizations, governmental entities
controlled by United States-designated terrorist organizations, or any
sources that rely on figures provided by United States-designated
terrorist organizations.
SEC. 1054. <<NOTE: 10 USC 185 note.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF MAJOR
MISHAP INCIDENT DESIGNATION
CLASSIFICATION FOR DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
INCIDENTS.
(a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense shall establish a new
mishap designation classification for the most serious incidents, to be
known as ``major mishap incidents'', to describe any incident that--
(1) results in not less than $500,000,000 in damage or loss;
and
(2) is of such complexity or sensitivity, or would have such
an effect on the national security of the United States,
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as to warrant designation by the Secretary of Defense as a major
mishap incident pursuant to regulations prescribed by the
Secretary and that include the consideration of--
(A) the number of members of the Armed Forces who
were killed due to the incident;
(B) the geographic dispersion of the incident;
(C) the grade of individuals involved;
(D) the number of Armed Forces and Government
entities involved;
(E) the effect of the incident on the local civilian
population;
(F) the effect of the incident on any foreign
government or foreign personnel;
(G) the anticipated complexity or difficulty of the
investigation of the incident;
(H) the effect of the incident on the capability of
any major operational command or component to continue
to function effectively; and
(I) such other matters as the Secretary determines
appropriate.
(b) Investigations.--
(1) <<NOTE: Appointment.>> Grade of investigating
officer.--The convening authority for any investigation of a
major mishap incident shall appoint an investigating officer
from among officers who hold a rank not lower than Major General
in the Army, Air Force, or Marine Corps or Rear Admiral in the
Navy to investigate all major mishap incidents--
(A) including any related administrative,
disciplinary, or legal investigations; and
(B) excluding any criminal investigations conducted
by a military criminal investigative organization.
(2) Timeline for investigations.--The Secretary of Defense
shall amend Department of Defense Instruction 6055.07 to set the
goal that a full investigation of each major mishap incident be
completed, to the extent practicable, not later than one year
after the date on which the investigation is initiated.
(3) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Briefing requirement.--In the
case of any investigation of a major mishap incident that is not
completed within the timeline provided under paragraph (2), the
Secretary of Defense shall provide to the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and House of Representatives a briefing
every 90 days until the date of the completion of the
investigation. Each such briefing shall include--
(A) an explanation for why the investigation has not
been completed; and
(B) the projected date of the completion of the
investigation.
(c) <<NOTE: Reports. Investigation.>> Accountability Actions.--If
an investigation into a major mishap incident includes a recommendation
to hold an individual accountable, the separation authority or convening
authority, as appropriate, shall submit to the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and House of Representatives a report on the
status of the proceeding for the accountability action every 120 days
beginning on the date of the completion of the investigation of the
incident and ending on the date on which the proceeding is complete.
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(d) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing Requirement.--Not later than 120
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services for the Senate
and House of Representatives a briefing on--
(1) the status of the implementation of the establishment of
a major mishap incident designation, as required under
subsection (a);
(2) any updates to statutes or Department of Defense
Instructions that are needed to implement this section; and
(3) the projected timeline for the implementation of this
section.
(e) <<NOTE: Update. Guidance. Policies.>> Deadline for
Implementation.--Not later than one year after the date of the enactment
of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall finalize the implementation
of this section, including by updating any Department of Defense
guidance and policy as necessary to carry out the requirements of this
section.
SEC. 1055. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS FOR ECOHEALTH ALLIANCE AND
THE WUHAN INSTITUTE OF VIROLOGY.
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or
otherwise made available for the Department of Defense for fiscal year
2025 may be made available, directly or indirectly, to--
(1) EcoHealth Alliance, Inc.;
(2) any subsidiary of EcoHealth Alliance, Inc.;
(3) any organization directly controlled by EcoHealth
Alliance, Inc.;
(4) any individual or organization that is a subgrantee or
subcontractor of EcoHealth Alliance Inc; or
(5) the Wuhan Institute of Virology for any purpose.
SEC. 1056. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2241 note.>> PROHIBITION ON DEPARTMENT
OF DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION OF CURRENCY TO
TALIBAN OR ISLAMIC EMIRATE OF
AFGHANISTAN.
None of the amounts authorized to be appropriated by this Act or
otherwise made available for the Department of Defense may be obligated
or expended to operate any aircraft of the Department of Defense to
transport currency or other items of value to the Taliban, the Islamic
Emirate of Afghanistan, or any subsidiary, agent, or instrumentality of
either the Taliban or the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
SEC. 1057. <<NOTE: Determination. 10 USC 2241 note.>> PROHIBITION
ON USE OF FUNDS FOR THE BADR
ORGANIZATION AND RELATED ORGANIZATIONS.
None of the amounts authorized to be appropriated by this Act or
otherwise made available to the Department of Defense for fiscal year
2025 may be made available, directly or indirectly, to the Badr
Organization, Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq, Kata'ib Hezbollah, or any organization
that the Secretary of Defense determines to be an offshoot of any such
organization.
SEC. 1058. LIMITATION ON USE OF FUNDS PENDING PROVISION OF
BRIEFING ON RELIANCE OF PEOPLE'S
LIBERATION ARMY ON IMPORTED FOSSIL FUELS
FOR ENERGY.
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act for fiscal
year 2025 for operation and maintenance, defense-wide, and available for
the Office of the Secretary of Defense for travel expenses, not more
than 85 percent may be obligated or expended
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until the Secretary of Defense provides to the congressional defense
committees the briefing regarding the reliance of the People's
Liberation Army on imported fossil fuels for energy, as directed by the
joint explanatory statement of the committee of conference accompanying
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law
118-31).
SEC. 1059. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS TO SUPPORT ENTERTAINMENT
PROJECTS WITH TIES TO THE GOVERNMENT OF
THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA.
(a) In General.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by
this Act for the Department of Defense may be used to knowingly provide
active and direct support to any film, television, or other
entertainment project if the Secretary of Defense has demonstrable
evidence that the project has complied or is likely to comply with a
demand from the Government of the People's Republic of China or the
Chinese Communist Party, or an entity under the direction of the
People's Republic of China or the Chinese Communist Party, to censor the
content of the project in a material manner to advance the national
interest of the People's Republic of China.
(b) <<NOTE: Certification.>> Waiver.--The Secretary of Defense may
waive the prohibition under subsection (a) if the Secretary submits to
the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of
Representatives a written certification that such a waiver is in the
national interest of the United States.
Subtitle F--Studies and Reports
SEC. 1061. CHIEF OF NAVY RESERVE ANNUAL REPORT.
Section 8083 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding
at the end the following new subsection:
``(e) Annual Report.--The Chief of Navy Reserve shall submit to the
Secretary of Defense, through the Secretary of the Navy, an annual
report on the state of the Navy Reserve and the ability of the Navy
Reserve to meet its missions. The report shall be prepared in
conjunction with the Chief of Naval Operations and may be submitted in
classified and unclassified versions.''.
SEC. 1062. MODIFICATION AND EXTENSION OF REQUIREMENT FOR COMBATANT
COMMAND RISK ASSESSMENT FOR AIRBORNE
INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, AND
RECONNAISSANCE.
Section 1061 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263) <<NOTE: 136 Stat. 2782.>>
is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) by inserting ``, cancel,'' after ``retire''; and
(B) by inserting ``, cancellation,'' after
``retirement''; and
(2) in subsection (d), by striking ``the date that is five
years after the date of the enactment of this Act'' and
inserting ``December 31, 2032''.
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SEC. 1063. EXTENSION OF BRIEFING REQUIREMENT REGARDING CIVIL
AUTHORITIES AT THE SOUTHWEST BORDER.
Section 1070 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat. 2791) is amended
by striking ``through December 31, 2024'' and inserting ``through
December 31, 2025''.
SEC. 1064. EXTENSION OF ANNUAL REPORT ON CIVILIAN CASUALTIES IN
CONNECTION WITH UNITED STATES MILITARY
OPERATIONS.
Section 1057(e) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2018 (Public Law 115-91; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended by striking
``the date that is seven years after the date of the enactment of this
Act'' and inserting ``December 31, 2030''.
SEC. 1065. REVIEW OF IRREGULAR WARFARE AUTHORITIES.
(a) Review Required.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall conduct a review
of authorities relevant to the conduct of irregular warfare activities
by the Department of Defense and provide the results of such review to
the congressional defense committees.
(b) Elements.--At a minimum, the review required by subsection (a)
shall include--
(1) an accounting of all authorities available to the
Secretary of Defense for the conduct of irregular warfare
activities;
(2) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> an assessment of the adequacy of
policy guidance associated with the authorities identified under
paragraph (1);
(3) an explanation of the process for considering irregular
warfare concepts of operation submitted by the combatant
commands for approval;
(4) a description of the process for coordinating and
deconflicting Department of Defense irregular warfare activities
with the heads of other relevant departments and agencies;
(5) planned actions to address any policy or process
deficiencies identified as part of the required review;
(6) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> legislative or resourcing
recommendations to more effectively enable Department of Defense
irregular warfare activities; and
(7) any other matter determined relevant by the Secretary.
(c) Irregular Warfare Defined.--For the purpose of this section, the
term ``irregular warfare'' means a form of warfare where states and non-
state actors campaign to assure or coerce states or other groups through
indirect, non-attributable, or asymmetric activities.
SEC. 1066. REPORTS ON APPROVAL AND DEPLOYMENT OF LETHAL AUTONOMOUS
WEAPON SYSTEMS.
(a) In General.--Not later than December 31, 2025, and annually
thereafter until the termination date specified in subsection (d), the
Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a comprehensive report on the approval and deployment of
lethal autonomous weapon systems by the United States.
(b) <<NOTE: Lists.>> Elements.--Each report under subsection (a)
shall include, with respect to the period covered by the report, the
following:
(1) A comprehensive list of any lethal autonomous weapon
systems that have been approved by senior defense officials for
use by the United States military under Department of
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Defense Directive 3000.09, or any successor document, and the
dates of such approvals.
(2) A comprehensive list of any lethal autonomous weapon
systems that have received a waiver of the requirement for
review by senior defense officials under such directive, or any
successor document, and the dates such waivers were issued.
(3) A comprehensive list of any lethal autonomous weapon
systems that are undergoing review under such directive, or any
successor document.
(4) A comprehensive list of any lethal autonomous weapon
systems not approved during review under such directive, or any
successor document.
(c) Period Covered by Reports.--
(1) Initial report.--The period covered by the first report
submitted under subsection (a) shall be all relevant time
periods, as determined by the Secretary, preceding the date of
the report.
(2) Subsequent reports.--For each subsequent report
submitted under subsection (a), the period covered by the report
shall be the period that elapsed since the date of the
immediately preceding report.
(d) Termination.--The requirement to submit a report under this
section shall terminate on December 31, 2029.
(e) Form.--Each report under subsection (a) shall be submitted in
unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
SEC. 1067. CONGRESSIONAL NOTICE REGARDING EXECUTE ORDERS ISSUED AT
THE DIRECTION OF THE PRESIDENT OR THE
SECRETARY OF DEFENSE.
(a) Briefings Required.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary of Defense shall provide to
the congressional defense committees semiannual briefings on
execute orders issued at the direction of the President or the
Secretary of Defense and related activities conducted by the
Department of Defense until the termination date under paragraph
(2).
(2) Termination date.--The requirement to provide briefings
under this subsection shall terminate on the date that is five
years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
(b) Briefing Elements.--Each briefing under subsection (a) shall
include the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Overview.>> An overview of each extant execute
order issued at the direction of the President or the Secretary
of Defense.
(2) <<NOTE: Update.>> An update on activity within each
combatant command that is conducted pursuant to an execute order
issued at the direction of the President or the Secretary of
Defense.
(3) <<NOTE: Review.>> A review of the legal issues,
authorities, and governance mechanisms (including such legal
issues, authorities, and governance mechanisms concerning the
use of force) that are associated with each execute order
described in paragraph (1) and the activities described in
paragraph (2).
(4) Any other matters the Secretary considers appropriate.
(c) <<NOTE: Records. 10 USC 113 note.>> Disclosure and Notice
Requirements.--
(1) Initial notice.--Not later than 30 days after the date
of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
provide to the congressional defense committees a copy of each
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extant execute order issued at the direction of the President or
the Secretary of Defense.
(2) Notice of issuance or revision.--Not later than 15 days
after the issuance or revision of any execute order issued at
the direction of the President or the Secretary of Defense, the
Secretary of Defense shall provide to the congressional defense
committees a copy of the new or revised execute order.
(3) Notice of terminations.--Not later than 15 days after
the date on which any execute order that was issued at the
direction of the President or the Secretary of Defense is
terminated or rescinded, the Secretary of Defense shall notify
the congressional defense committees in writing of the
termination or rescission of the execute order.
SEC. 1068. MOBILITY CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS STUDY.
(a) In General.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Commander of the United States Transportation
Command, in coordination with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff,
the Secretaries of the military departments, and the commanders of the
combatant commands, shall conduct a study of the end-to-end, full-
spectrum mobility requirements to fulfill the national defense strategy
required by section 113(g) of title 10, United States Code, for 2022.
(b) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Elements of Study.--The study required
under subsection (a) shall include each of the following:
(1) An assessment of the ability of the programmed airlift
aircraft, tanker aircraft, sealift ships, fuel tanker vessels,
patient movement forces, and key mobility enablers to meet the
integrated strategic and theater mobility requirements in
expected strategic environments, as defined by the guidance in
such national defense strategy.
(2) An identification, quantification, and description of
the associated risk-to-mission (as defined by Chairman of the
Joint Chiefs of Staff Manual 3105.01, Joint Risk Analysis)
required to fulfill such strategy, including--
(A) an assessment of risk-to-mission associated with
achieving strategic and operational objectives using the
programmed airlift aircraft, tanker aircraft, sealift
ships, fuel tanker vessels, patient movement forces, and
key mobility enablers; and
(B) a description of the combinations of airlift
aircraft, tanker aircraft, sealift ships, fuel tanker
vessels, patient movement forces, and key mobility
enabler requirements and capabilities that provide low,
moderate, significant, and high levels of risk-to-
mission to fulfill such strategy; and
(C) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> an evaluation of non-
mobilized mobility forces to sustain daily competition
activities and achieve necessary readiness to fulfill
the national defense strategy.
(3) An identification of any mobility capability gaps,
shortfalls, overlaps, or excesses, including--
(A) an assessment of associated risks with respect
to the ability to conduct operations; and
(B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> recommended
mitigation strategies where possible.
(4) The articulation of all key assumptions and decisions
made and excursions examined in conducting the study with
respect to--
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(A) risk;
(B) programmed forces and infrastructure;
(C) the availability of commercial airlift and
commercial United States sealift and fuel tanker vessel
capabilities and resources, when applicable;
(D) aircraft usage rates, aircraft mission
availability rates, aircraft mission capability rates,
aircrew ratios, aircrew production, and aircrew
readiness rates;
(E) readiness, crewing, and activation rates for
sealift ships and fuel tanker vessels;
(F) prepositioning, forward stationing, seabasing,
engineering, and infrastructure;
(G) demand signals used to represent missions
described in the national defense strategy for 2022, in
competition and wartime;
(H) concurrency and global integration of demand
signals;
(I) integrated global presence and basing strategy;
(J) host nation or third-country support;
(K) adversary actions to degrade and disrupt United
States mobility operations;
(L) adversary actions that threaten freedom of
navigation on international waterways, including attacks
on foreign ships and crews;
(M) aircraft being used for training or undergoing
depot maintenance or modernization or ships undergoing
depot maintenance;
(N) patient movement and mobility enabling forces
availability, readiness, and use;
(O) logistics concept of operations, including any
maneuver and sustainment support concepts, methods,
combat support forces, and combat service support
forces, that are required to enable the projection and
enduring support to forces both deployed and in combat
for each analytic scenario;
(P) anticipated attrition rates for the assessed
force structure; and
(Q) such other matters as the Commander determines
appropriate.
(5) Such other elements as the Commander determines
appropriate.
(c) Reports and Briefings.--
(1) Interim briefing.--Not later than six months after the
date of the enactment of this Act, the Commander of the United
States Transportation Command shall provide to the congressional
defense committees an interim briefing on the study required
under subsection (a).
(2) Final report and briefing.--Not later than one year
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commander of
the United States Transportation Command, in coordination with
the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Secretaries of
the military departments, and the commanders of the combatant
commands, shall--
(A) submit to the congressional defense committees a
final report on the study required under subsection (a);
and
(B) provide to such committees a briefing on the
report.
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(3) Form of reports.--The report required under paragraph
(2) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a
classified annex.
(d) Definition of Sealift Ship.--In this section, the term ``sealift
ship'' includes--
(1) theater and strategic platforms; and
(2) surge sealift vessels and non-governmental vessels
incorporated as part of the maritime logistics enterprise.
SEC. 1069. BIODEFENSE POSTURE REVIEWS.
(a) Strategy and Implementation Plan Required.--Not later than
December 31, 2026, and December 31, 2029, the Secretary of Defense shall
conduct a comprehensive examination of the biodefense policies,
practices, programs, and initiatives of the Department of Defense.
(b) Elements.--Each review conducted under subsection (a) shall
include each of the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Inventory. Assessment.>> An inventory and
assessment of all existing strategies, plans, policies, laws,
and interagency agreements of the Department of Defense related
to biodefense, including prevention, deterrence, preparedness,
detection, response, attribution, recovery, and mitigation.
(2) An identification of relevant biological threats,
including biological warfare, bioterrorism, naturally occurring
infectious diseases, and accidental exposures.
(3) An identification of the current programs, efforts, or
activities of the Department of Defense with respect to--
(A) preventing the acquisition, proliferation, and
use of a biological weapon;
(B) preventing an accidental or naturally occurring
biological outbreak; and
(C) mitigating the effects of a biological epidemic.
(4) An identification of the roles and responsibilities of
the elements of the Department of Defense, including internal
and external coordination procedures, in identifying and sharing
information related to, warning of, and regarding protection
against, acts of terrorism using biological agents and weapons
and accidental or naturally occurring biological outbreaks.
(5) An identification of methods in use by the Department to
address biological attacks with emerging artificial intelligence
and cyber capabilities.
(6) An identification of related or required capabilities
and activities required to support the national biodefense
strategy.
(7) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations for
strengthening and improving the current biodefense capabilities,
authorities, and command structures of the Department.
(8) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations for
improving and formalizing interagency coordination and support
mechanisms with respect to providing a robust national
biodefense.
(9) Any other matters the Secretary of Defense determines
necessary.
(c) Submittal to Congress.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 30 days after the completion
of a review under subsection (a), the Secretary shall--
(A) <<NOTE: Briefing.>> provide to the
congressional defense committees a briefing on the
review; and
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(B) <<NOTE: Records.>> submit to the congressional
defense committees a copy of the review.
(2) Form of review.--Each review submitted under paragraph
(1) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a
classified annex.
SEC. 1070. BRIEFINGS ON ATTEMPTS BY ALIENS AND FOREIGN ACTORS TO
ACCESS MILITARY INSTALLATIONS WITHOUT
AUTHORIZATION.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Initial Briefing.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and House of Representatives a briefing that includes, with respect to
the five-year period preceding the date of the briefing, the following:
(1) The number of instances in which an alien or a foreign
actor--
(A) attempted to enter a military installation or
facility or real property of the Department of Defense
located in the United States without authorization by
proceeding, in the direction of the installation,
facility, or real property, past the first point of the
access control process, and other than as directed by
security personnel as part of a controlled turnaround;
or
(B) gained entry to such an installation, facility,
or real property.
(2) For each instance identified under paragraph (1)--
(A) <<NOTE: Summary.>> a summary of the entry or
attempted entry of the installation, facility, or real
property;
(B) an identification of the alien or foreign actor
who entered or attempted to enter the installation,
facility, or real property; and
(C) with respect to each individual identified under
subparagraph (B)--
(i) the immigration status of the individual
(if any);
(ii) the country of origin of the individual;
(iii) the method by which the individual
entered the United States and the date of entry;
(iv) the intent of the individual when
entering or attempting to enter the installation,
facility, or real property, including whether the
individual was armed;
(v) any criminal background of the individual;
and
(vi) such other information obtained during
the Department of Defense investigation that the
Secretary of Defense determines appropriate.
(b) <<NOTE: Termination date. Time period.>> Annual Briefings.--Not
later than 180 days after the date of the briefing required under
subsection (a), and annually thereafter until 2027, the Secretary of
Defense shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and House of Representatives a briefing that includes, with respect to
the one-year period preceding the date of the briefing, the information
referred to in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (a).
(c) Definition of Alien.--In this section, the term ``alien'' has
the meaning given that term in section 101(a)(3) of the Immigration and
Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(3)).
SEC. 1071. REPORT ON RESOURCING OF ARCTIC STRATEGY.
(a) <<NOTE: Time periods. Data.>> In General.--For each of fiscal
years 2026 through 2028, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the
congressional defense
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committees and the congressional research agencies a report that
includes cost data, for that fiscal year and the period covered by the
future-years defense program under section 221 of title 10, United
States Code, for the Arctic Strategy of the Department of Defense.
(b) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Elements.--Each report required by
subsection (a) shall include, for the fiscal year covered by the report,
an assessment of the resourcing and military construction requirements
to implement the Arctic Strategy from funds requested for--
(1) the Department of the Navy;
(2) the Department of the Army;
(3) the United States Northern Command;
(4) the United States Special Operations Command; and
(5) such other components of the Department of Defense that
the Secretary determines are appropriate;
(c) Submission.--The Secretary shall submit the report required by
subsection (a) to the congressional defense committees and the
congressional research agencies--
(1) for fiscal year 2026, not later than May 1, 2025; and
(2) for fiscal year 2027 and fiscal year 2028, with the
materials submitted to Congress by the Secretary of Defense in
support of the budget of the President for that fiscal year (as
submitted under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States
Code).
(d) Form.--Each report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted
in--
(1) an unclassified form that may be made available to the
public; and
(2) an unclassified form that may include a classified
annex.
(e) Legislative Research Agency Defined.--In this section, the term
``legislative research agency'' includes the following:
(1) The Congressional Research Service.
(2) The Congressional Budget Office.
(3) The Government Accountability Office.
SEC. 1072. ANALYSES AND REPORTS ON AIR SUPERIORITY OF THE JOINT
FORCE.
(a) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Analyses and Reports Required.--The
Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
shall--
(1) each separately conduct an analysis to determine how air
superiority will be secured for the Joint Force in the 2030s and
the 2040s; and
(2) not later than October 15, 2025, each submit to the
congressional defense committees a separate report containing
the results of such analysis.
(b) Report Elements.--Each report required under subsection (a)(2)
shall include the following:
(1) An analysis of the expected capabilities, limitations,
operational dependencies, technical maturity, relevant
timelines, susceptibility to countermeasures of adversaries, and
costs of the following:
(A) FA-XX.
(B) The Penetrating Counter Air platform (PCA).
(C) The Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA).
(D) Planned fighter modernization efforts.
(E) Space-based capabilities.
(F) Ground-based capabilities.
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(G) Any other capabilities the Secretary of Defense
considers relevant to air superiority.
(2) <<NOTE: Summary. Determination.>> A summary of
tactical- and campaign-level modeling and analysis that
determines the individual effectiveness and impacts of each of
the capabilities described in subparagraphs (A) through (G) of
paragraph (1) on the ability of the Joint Force to secure air
superiority in the 2030s and the 2040s.
(3) <<NOTE: Evaluation. Assessment.>> An evaluation of the
effectiveness and risks of different potential force structures
for achieving air superiority in the 2030s and the 2040s,
including an assessment of the impacts of stand-in and stand-off
force ratios on campaign success.
(4) A description of the impact of the force structures
evaluated under paragraph (3) on--
(A) deterrence; and
(B) annual sustainment and operations costs.
(5) The number of fighter aircraft required by the
Department of Defense to fulfill the national defense strategy
and the number of such aircraft expected to be required in the
2030s and the 2040s to meet the changing threat environment.
(6) <<NOTE: Time period.>> The programmed fighter force
structure from 2030 through 2045, including a breakdown of the
quantity and average age of each type of fighter aircraft in
each military service.
(7) The Secretary's and Chairman's estimate of fiscal and
personnel resources required to meet air superiority
requirements of the Joint Force.
(c) Requirements for Modeling and Analysis.--Modeling and analysis
conducted pursuant to paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (b) shall be
based on projections of--
(1) the most-likely capabilities and force structure for
friendly and adversary forces expected in the 2030s and the
2040s; and
(2) the most-challenging capabilities and force structure
expected of such forces in such timeframe, which shall include
consideration of fielding delays associated with friendly force
capabilities beyond projected timelines, fielding of threat
adversary capabilities sooner than projected timelines, and a
highly contested electromagnetic spectrum.
(d) Nondelegation.--The Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the
Joint Chiefs of Staff may not delegate responsibility for the analyses
and reports under subsection (a) to any of the Armed Forces.
SEC. 1073. EXERCISE FOR COUNTERING UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS.
(a) In General.--Not later than December 1, 2025, the Secretary of
Defense, in coordination with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
and the Commander of the United States Northern Command, shall execute a
large-scale exercise in the special use airspace of the Department of
Defense to test the ability of the Department to respond to a variety of
threats to installations of the Department from unmanned aerial systems.
(b) Elements.--The exercise required under subsection (a) shall
include the following:
(1) The participation of not fewer than three commanders of
installations of the Department.
(2) A mix of high-end non-emitting threats and low-end
commercially available unmanned aerial systems.
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(3) Installations with a range of capabilities and equipment
relating to countering unmanned aerial systems.
(4) No-notice simulations.
(5) Rules of engagement that reflect the strategy of the
Department for executing existing authorities for countering
unmanned aerial systems.
(6) The participation of other relevant Federal agencies, as
determined appropriate by the Secretary.
(c) Briefing.--Not later than March 1, 2026, the Secretary of
Defense shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing
on the outcomes and lessons learned from the exercise required under
subsection (a).
SEC. 1074. REPORT ON OPERATIONAL PLANS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE.
(a) Assessments and Report Required.--Not later than September 30,
2025, the Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) complete an assessment of the operational plans of the
Department of Defense, including the doctrine, organization,
training, materiel, leadership and education, personnel,
facilities, and policy required to execute such plans;
(2) complete an assessment of the process of the Department
for assessing and mitigating risk in the event of multiple
concurrent contingencies or protracted conflicts; and
(3) submit to the congressional defense committees a report
that includes the results of such assessments.
(b) Elements.--The assessments and report required by paragraph (1)
shall--
(1) incorporate the planning assumptions of simultaneous
conflicts in three or more theaters;
(2) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> incorporate the planning
assumptions of protracted conflicts of six months, 12 months,
and 24 months;
(3) outline any gaps or shortfalls in the requirements to
execute the assessed operational plans; and
(4) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> contain recommendations on
preventative actions that the Department of Defense could take
to prepare for the execution of operational plans and to
mitigate risk in associated scenarios.
SEC. 1075. <<NOTE: Virginia.>> QUARTERLY REPORTS ON FUNERALS AT
ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY ON HOLD
UNTIL CAISSON SERVICES RESUME.
(a) Reports Required.--Not later than 30 days after the last day of
each fiscal quarter until the termination date specified in subsection
(b), the Secretary of the Army shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a report that includes--
(1) the total the number of funerals--
(A) for which caisson services at Arlington National
Cemetery were requested after the date on which such
services were suspended; and
(B) that have been delayed until the resumption of
such services; and
(2) in the case of each report after the first report, the
number of funerals for which such services were requested during
the quarter covered by the report.
(b) Termination Date.--The termination date specified in this
subsection is the earlier of the following dates:
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(1) The date on which caisson services resume at Arlington
National Cemetery.
(2) The date that is three years after the date of the
enactment of this Act.
SEC. 1076. PLAN FOR ENHANCEMENT OF SPECIAL OPERATIONS RIVERINE
CAPABILITY.
(a) In General.--Not later than 270 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special
Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict and the Commander of the United
States Special Operations Command shall jointly submit to the
congressional defense committees a plan for the sustainment and
enhancement of a special operations riverine capability within the
United States Special Operations Command through fiscal year 2035.
(b) Elements.--The plan required under subsection (a) shall include
each of the following:
(1) An articulation of the potential value of special
operations riverine capabilities to accomplishing the objectives
of the national defense strategy, as required under section
113(g) of title 10, United States Code.
(2) An identification of manpower requirements and sourcing.
(3) A plan for the sustainment, recapitalization, and
modernization of Special Operations Craft-Riverine maritime
craft.
(4) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of the advisability
and feasibility of developing a future riverine maritime craft.
(5) An identification of infrastructure and training range
requirements and opportunities for improvements.
(6) Any other matters the Assistant Secretary of Defense for
Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict and the Commander
of United States Special Operations Command determine relevant.
SEC. 1077. ANNUAL REPORTS ON THE POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION COMPLAINT
SYSTEM.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period. Termination date.>> In General.--Not later
than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually
thereafter through 2029, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a report on the Postsecondary Education Complaint System
(referred to in this section as the ``System'').
(b) Elements.--The annual reports required under subsection (a)
shall include the following elements:
(1) A qualitative description of the status of the System in
the year covered by the report.
(2) A qualitative description of the efforts made by the
Department of Defense that year to increase awareness and usage
of the System among those who are eligible to file complaints
through the System.
(3) The total number of complaints filed through the System
that year and the status of those complaints, such as closed or
active.
(4) The number of complaints that year broken down by--
(A) the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and
Space Force, respectively;
(B) issue; and
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(C) educational institution sector, including
private for-profit, private non-profit, and public.
(5) A ranking of the top five issues raised by students that
year.
(6) The number of institutions with two or more complaints
that year, the names of those institutions, the number of
participants at each of those institutions, and the number of
complaints for each of those institutions.
(7) The number of views and visitors of the System website
that year.
(8) A discussion of how the elements described in paragraphs
(1) through (7) for that year compare to the those elements in
previous years.
SEC. 1078. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 4651.>> STUDY AND REPORT ON
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE USE OF UNMANNED
GROUND VEHICLE SYSTEMS MANUFACTURED BY
CERTAIN FOREIGN ENTITIES.
(a) Study on Department of Defense Use of Certain Unmanned Ground
Vehicle Systems.--
(1) Study.--The Secretary of Defense shall conduct a study
on the use by the Department of Defense of covered unmanned
ground vehicle systems manufactured by covered foreign entities.
(2) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Report.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the
study required under paragraph (1). Such report shall include
each of the following:
(A) An assessment of the extent to which covered
unmanned ground vehicle systems manufactured by covered
foreign entities are used by the Department, including a
list of all such covered unmanned ground vehicle
systems.
(B) An assessment of the national security threats
associated with using covered unmanned ground vehicle
systems in applications of the Department, including
with respect to--
(i) cybersecurity;
(ii) technological maturity of the systems;
and
(iii) technological vulnerabilities in the
systems that may be exploited by foreign
adversaries of the United States.
(C) A description of any actions taken by the
Department to identify covered foreign entities that--
(i) develop or manufacture covered unmanned
ground vehicle systems; and
(ii) have a military-civil nexus on the list
maintained by the Department under section
1260H(b) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2021 (Public Law 116-283; 10 U.S.C. 113 note).
(D) An assessment of the feasibility and
advisability of directing the Defense Innovation Unit,
or another entity in the Department of Defense, to
develop a list of United States manufacturers of covered
unmanned ground vehicle systems.
(E) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> A recommendation
on whether a prohibition on the procurement and
operation of covered unmanned
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ground vehicle systems is in the best interest of the
national security of the United States.
(F) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> The findings and
recommendations of the Secretary with respect to the
matters covered by the study and report.
(b) Prohibition on Procurement and Operation by Department of
Defense.--
(1) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> In general.--Subject to
paragraph (3), and except as provided in paragraph (2),
beginning on the date that is one year after the date of the
submission of the report required under subsection (a)(2), the
Secretary of Defense may not procure or operate any covered
unmanned ground vehicle system that is manufactured by a covered
foreign entity.
(2) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Exception for national
security.--Paragraph (1) shall not apply with respect to the
procurement or operation of a covered unmanned ground vehicle
system that is manufactured by a covered foreign entity if the
Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of a military department
determines that the procurement or operation of such system is
in the national interest of the United States.
(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Applicability.--Paragraph
(1) shall not apply unless the Secretary of Defense includes in
the report required under paragraph (2) of subsection (a) a
recommendation pursuant to subparagraph (E) of that paragraph
that a prohibition on the procurement and operation of covered
unmanned ground vehicle systems is in the best interest of the
national security of the United States.
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered foreign country'' means any of the
following:
(A) The People's Republic of China.
(B) The Russian Federation.
(C) The Islamic Republic of Iran.
(D) The Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
(2) <<NOTE: Determination.>> The term ``covered foreign
entity'' means an entity that is domiciled in a covered foreign
country or subject to influence or control by the government of
a covered foreign country, as determined by the Secretary of
Defense.
(3) The term ``covered unmanned ground vehicle system''--
(A) means a mechanical device that--
(i) is capable of locomotion, navigation, or
movement on the ground; and
(ii) operates at a distance from one or more
operators or supervisors based on commands or in
response to sensor data, or through any
combination thereof; and
(B) includes--
(i) remote surveillance vehicles, autonomous
patrol technologies, mobile robotics, and humanoid
robots; and
(ii) the vehicle, its payload, and any
external device used to control the vehicle.
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Subtitle G--Other Matters
SEC. 1081. INTRODUCTION OF ENTITIES IN TRANSACTIONS CRITICAL TO
NATIONAL SECURITY.
Section 1047 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is
amended by striking ``may facilitate the introduction'' and inserting
``shall facilitate the introduction''.
SEC. 1082. INSTALLATION ENERGY PLANS AND ASSESSMENT FOR REDUCTION
OF RELIANCE ON RUSSIAN ENERGY.
Section 1086 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-283; 10 U.S.C. 2911 note) is
amended--
(1) in subsection (c), by striking paragraph (2) and
inserting the following new paragraph (2):
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Submittal of plans.--
``(A) Main operating bases; feasibility
assessment.--Not later than December 23, 2023, the
Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional
defense committees--
``(i) an installation energy plan for each
main operating base on the list submitted under
paragraph (1)(A); and
``(ii) an assessment of the feasibility of
reaching the goal for the elimination of the use
of Russian energy pursuant to subsection (b) on
that base, including--
``(I) a description of the steps
that would be required to meet such
goal; and
``(II) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> an
analysis of the effects such steps would
have on the national security of the
United States.
``(B) US european command operating bases.--Not
later than one year after the date of the enactment of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2025, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the
congressional defense committees an installation energy
plan for each operating base within the area of
responsibility of the United States European Command.'';
(2) in subsection (d), in the matter preceding paragraph
(1), by striking ``a main'' and inserting ``an''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subsections:
``(h) Limitation.--Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 or otherwise
made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Office of the Secretary of
Defense for travel, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or
expended until the submission of the installation energy plans and
assessment required under subsection (c)(2)(A).
``(i) Definition of Operating Base.--In this section, the term
`operating base' has the meaning of that term as used in the most
recently submitted Global Defense Posture Report, as required to be
submitted under section 113(g)(4)(A)(iii) of title 10, United States
Code.''.
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SEC. 1083. EXTENSION OF THE NATIONAL COMMISSION ON THE FUTURE OF
THE NAVY.
Section 1092(a)(4) of the James M. Inhofe National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat.
2809) is amended by striking ``Not later than July 1, 2024'' and
inserting ``Not later than January 15, 2026''.
SEC. 1084. MODIFICATION OF NATIONAL SECURITY COMMISSION ON
EMERGING BIOTECHNOLOGY.
Section 1091 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 1929) is amended--
(1) in subsection (b), by striking paragraph (3) and
redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (3);
(2) in subsection (g)(1), by inserting ``and 6 months''
after ``3 years''; and
(3) in subsection (r), by striking ``18 months after the
date on which it submits the final report required by subsection
(g)'' and inserting ``on December 31, 2026''.
SEC. 1085. MODIFICATION OF DEFENSE SENSITIVE SUPPORT NOTIFICATION
REQUIREMENT.
Section 1055 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``paragraph (3)''
and inserting ``paragraphs (3) and (4)'';
(B) by redesignating paragraphs (3) through (5) as
paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively;
(C) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following
new paragraph:
``(3) Routine defense sensitive support.--In the event that
the provision of defense sensitive support is routine defense
sensitive support, the Secretary shall provide notification
under paragraph (1) on a quarterly basis after providing the
support.''; and
(D) in paragraph (5), as so redesignated, by
striking ``paragraphs (1) and (3)'' and inserting
``paragraphs (1), (3), and (4)''; and
(2) in subsection (c)--
(A) in the subsection heading, by striking ``Defense
Sensitive Support Defined'' and inserting
``Definitions'';
(B) by striking ``, the term `defense sensitive
support' means support provided by the Department of
Defense to a non-Department of Defense Federal
department or agency that requires special protection
from disclosure.'' and inserting a colon; and
(C) <<NOTE: Definitions.>> by adding at the end the
following new paragraphs:
``(1) The term `defense sensitive support' means support
provided by the Department of Defense to a non-Department of
Defense Federal department or agency that requires special
protection from disclosure.
``(2) The term `routine defense sensitive support' has the
meaning given such term elsewhere in the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025.''.
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SEC. 1086. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC note prec. 7481.>> PLAN FOR
ADDITIONAL SKILL IDENTIFIERS FOR ARMY
MOUNTAIN WARFARE SCHOOL.
(a) Plan Required.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Army shall develop and
implement a plan to establish. with regards to courses at the Army
Mountain Warfare School, each of the following:
(1) Additional skill identifiers for--
(A) enlisted members who complete the--
(i) Advanced Military Mountaineer Course
(Summer);
(ii) Advanced Military Mountaineer Course
(Winter);
(iii) Rough Terrain Evacuation Course; or
(iv) Mountain Rifleman Course;
(B) warrant officers who complete the Basic Military
Mountaineer Course; and
(C) enlisted members and warrant officers who
complete the Mountain Planner Course.
(2) New skill identifiers for commissioned officers who
complete the Basic Military Mountaineer Course or the Mountain
Planner Course.
(b) Briefing on Plan.--Not later than 30 days after the date on
which the Secretary completes the plan under subsection (a), the
Secretary shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the
Senate and the House of Representatives a briefing on the plan and the
implementation of the plan.
SEC. 1087. <<NOTE: 10 USC 301 note.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF DEPARTMENT
OF DEFENSE WORKING GROUP ON MULTILATERAL
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE COORDINATION.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Establishment.--Not later than 90 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense
shall establish a working group, or designated a working group of a
similar nature, to develop and coordinate artificial intelligence
initiatives among the allies and partners of the United States.
(b) Organization.--
(1) Designation of head.--The Secretary shall designate a
senior civilian officer of the Department of Defense or senior
military officer with experience leading relevant efforts, as
determined by the Secretary, to serve as the head of the working
group.
(2) <<NOTE: Process. Determination.>> Participation by
other member countries.--The Secretary shall establish a process
to determine which allies and partners of the United States
shall be asked to participate as member countries in the working
group.
(c) Responsibilities.--The responsibilities of the working group
shall be to develop and coordinate efforts to implement an artificial
intelligence initiative between the Department of Defense and allies and
partners of the United States, including by--
(1) comparing tools and practices for artificial
intelligence systems for covered operational uses by member
countries;
(2) identifying (including by experimenting, testing, and
evaluating) potential solutions to advance and accelerate the
interoperability of artificial intelligence systems used for
intelligence sharing, battlespace awareness, and other covered
operational uses;
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(3) developing a shared strategy for the research,
development, test, evaluation, and employment of artificial
intelligence systems for covered operational uses carried out
jointly by the member countries;
(4) managing data for artificial intelligence systems,
including multi-level security of training and operational data
used by such systems;
(5) testing and evaluating the capabilities of the defense
industrial base of the member countries to incorporate
artificial intelligence systems into systems used for covered
operational uses;
(6) expanding innovation efforts by the member countries and
share among such countries best practices for the accelerated
procurement and adoption of artificial intelligence technologies
for covered operational uses;
(7) carrying out such other activities as the Secretary
determines to be relevant to such responsibilities.
(d) Control of Knowledge and Technical Data.--The Secretary shall
seek to ensure that any knowledge or technical data produced by a member
country under any cooperative project carried out by the working group
shall be controlled by that country under the export control laws and
regulations of that country and shall not be subject to the jurisdiction
or control of any other member country.
(e) Termination.--
(1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), the
working group shall terminate on September 30, 2028.
(2) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Authority to extend.--The
Secretary may extend the termination date under paragraph (1) if
the Secretary determines such extension to be in the national
security interests of the United States.
(f) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``battlespace awareness'' has the meaning given
that term in the Joint Publication 1-02 of the Department of
Defense, titled ``Department of Defense Dictionary of Military
and Associated Terms'', or successor publication.
(2) The term ``covered operational use'' means use by a
government for operations in a defense context.
(3) The term ``member country'' means a member country of
the working group.
SEC. 1088. <<NOTE: Virginia. 10 USC 7721 note.>> RESUMPTION OF
CAISSON SERVICES AT FUNERAL SERVICES AT
ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY.
(a) <<NOTE: Effective date. Determinations.>> Requirement.--The
Secretary of the Army shall conduct at least 20 funeral services with
caisson services each week at Arlington National Cemetery beginning on
the date on which the Secretary of the Army determines that--
(1) the renovations of the historic stables in buildings 233
and 236 at Joint Base Meyer-Henderson Hall are complete; and
(2) the caisson herd is fully constituted, trained, and
certified.
(b) Option for Limited Services.--The Secretary of the Army may
elect to resume limited caisson services at Arlington National Cemetery
before the requirements of subsection (a) have been met if the
Secretary--
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(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> determines that the health of
the caisson herd and the sustainability of caisson services can
be maintained without disruption; and
(2) <<NOTE: Consultation.>> consults with the Committees on
Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives before
resuming such limited services.
(c) Definitions.--In this section, with respect to the caisson herd:
(1) The term ``fully constituted'' means that such herd is
comprised of at least--
(A) four caisson squads of eleven horses in each;
(B) 14 caparison horses; and
(C) four outreach horses.
(2) The term ``trained'' means that each caisson squad
within such herd has completed the specialized training
determined necessary by the Commander of the Military District
of Washington to resume caisson support for funeral services.
(3) The term ``certified'' means that the Commander of the
Military District of Washington, in consultation with equine and
veterinary experts, has confirmed to the Secretary of the Army
that each caisson squad within such herd has met the training,
health, and fitness requirements determined appropriate by the
Secretary.
SEC. 1089. <<NOTE: 50 USC 3373 note.>> LIAISON WITH COUNTER
UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS TASK FORCE.
(a) Liaison Required.--The Director of the All-Domain Anomaly
Resolution Office of the Department of Defense shall designate one or
more employees of the Office to act as a liaison with the Counter
Unmanned Aerial Systems Task Force established under section 925 to
improve coordination of efforts and support enabling capabilities of
mutual benefit.
(b) Responsibilities.--An individual designated as a liaison under
subsection (a) shall have the following responsibilities:
(1) Conducting information sharing between the Office and
the Task Force on identified or suspected Unmanned Aerial
Systems events, including incident reporting, incident
responses, and data on technical characterization of the known
or suspected threats.
(2) Coordinating the development of technical capabilities
for sensing and response to threats.
(3) Developing coordinated tactics, techniques, and
procedures for incident response.
SEC. 1090. RESPONDING TO UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS INCURSIONS.
(a) Development of Strategy of Department of Defense for Countering
Threats From Unmanned Aircraft Systems Technology.--The Secretary of
Defense shall develop a strategy for countering unmanned aircraft
systems (hereinafter in this section referred to as ``UAS'') technology
and the threats such technology poses to facilities, personnel, and
assets of the Department of Defense in the United States.
(b) Assessment of Counter UAS Technology.--
(1) Assessment.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation
with the Attorney General, the Secretary of Transportation, the
Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Director of National
Intelligence, shall conduct an assessment of--
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(A) countering UAS technology;
(B) the threats such technology poses to facilities,
personnel, and assets of the Department of Defense in
the United States; and
(C) the existing counter UAS enterprise of the
Department.
(2) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Report.--Not later than
June 1, 2025, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate
congressional committees a report on the assessment conducted
under paragraph (1). Such report shall include--
(A) the findings of the assessment;
(B) a compilation of any recommended changes to the
countering UAS technology of the Department, including
adjustments in the allocation of resources, in law,
policy, or any other authorities;
(C) recommendations for requirements for the
Department of Defense to pre-coordinate planned actions
in response to anticipated types of UAS incursions with
other relevant Federal departments and agencies; and
(D) such other matters as the Secretary determines
appropriate.
(c) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section,
the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means--
(1) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on the
Judiciary, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs, and the Select Committee on Intelligence
of the Senate; and
(2) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on the
Judiciary, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,
the Committee on Homeland Security, and the Permanent Select
Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives.
SEC. 1091. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> PRIORITIZATION OF ACCREDITATION
OF SENSITIVE COMPARTMENTED INFORMATION
FACILITIES SUPPORTING DX-RATED PROGRAMS.
(a) Framework for Prioritized Review Required.--Not later than 270
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall develop a framework for prioritized review and
accreditation and reaccreditations of sensitive compartmented
information facilities and classified communications networks at
facilities that are not located on a Department of Defense installation
or facility.
(b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that, in
developing the framework under subsection (a), the Secretary should take
into consideration the accreditation or reaccreditation of facilities
and networks that would support programs that are rated ``DX'' pursuant
to section 700.11 of title 15, Code of Federal Regulations, or successor
regulations.
(c) Submittal to Congress.--Not later than 270 days after the date
of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the
congressional defense committees the framework developed under
subsection (a).
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SEC. 1092. <<NOTE: 10 USC 149 note.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF NATIONAL
SECURITY CAPITAL FORUM.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense shall establish a forum
to--
(1) convene domestic and international institutional
financiers, capital providers, investors, entrepreneurs,
innovators, business persons, representatives from across the
private sector, relevant United States Government offices, and
government and private entities of partner nations; and
(2) allow the exchange of information between the entities
referred to in paragraph (1) and the Department of Defense
relating to transactions or potential transactions, in
accordance with applicable law, and to integrate efforts to
achieve coordinated effects to support the national security
interests of the United States.
(b) Chair.--The Chair of the forum established under subsection (a)
shall be the Director of the Office of Strategic Capital.
(c) Designation of Executive Agent.--The Secretary may designate the
Director as the sole Executive Agent with respect to the authorities and
responsibilities of the Secretary of Defense under section 1047 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-
263; 10 U.S.C. 113 note).
(d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Processes.>> Guidance.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall issue guidance on the establishment and operation of the
forum established under subsection (a), including regarding the vetting
and selection of participants. Such guidance shall include each of the
following:
(1) A process for due diligence vetting of investment fund
participants to exclude funds with significant investments to or
from countries of concern.
(2) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> The development of selection
criteria for the consideration of a diverse range of investment
fund participants, including by fund size, company-size, socio-
economic status, and participating investment sectors.
(3) Reporting responsibilities for participants to avoid or
mitigate potential or perceived conflicts of interest.
(4) The development of a process for the recusal or removal
of participants.
SEC. 1093. <<NOTE: Reports. 10 USC note prec. 2251.>>
IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPTROLLER GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS RELATING TO THE FOOD
PROGRAM OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this
Act, the Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) implement the recommendations of the Comptroller General
of the United States contained in the report published by the
Comptroller General in June 2024 and titled ``DOD Food Program:
Additional Actions Needed to Implement, Oversee, and Evaluate
Nutrition Efforts for Service Members'' (GAO-24-106155); or
(2) if the Secretary does not implement any such
recommendation, submit to the Committees on Armed Services of
the Senate and the House of Representatives a report explaining
why the Secretary has not implemented those recommendations.
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SEC. 1094. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> PILOT PROGRAM TO PROVIDE MILITARY
AIRCRAFT SUPPORT TO AIR SHOWS.
(a) Briefing.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with
the Secretary of the Army, the Secretary of the Navy, and the Secretary
of the Air Force, shall provide to Committees on Armed Services of the
Senate and House of Representatives a briefing on the provision of
military aircraft support to air shows. Such briefing shall include each
of the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> The total number of air shows
for which military aircraft support was provided during the
three-year period preceding the date of the briefing.
(2) <<NOTE: Costs.>> For each such air show, the cost of
providing the support, including the cost of training for and
supporting the air show and any cost agreements associated with
the provision of such support that were entered into between the
Department of Defense and any non-Department entity.
(3) <<NOTE: Time period.>> An identification of any
military assets deployed for the purpose of providing military
aircraft support to an air show during the three-year period
preceding the date of the briefing.
(4) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> An analysis of the effect on
military readiness of dedicating military assets for use an at
air show.
(5) A description of the selection criteria and approval
process used in determining the locations for air shows for
which military aircraft support is provided, including an
identification of any instance in which a request for the
provision of support for an air show was denied.
(6) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> An analysis of the costs and
benefits to the Department of Defense of providing military
aircraft support to air shows, including air shows specifically
in rural or small market areas.
(7) An identification of any measurable effect on recruiting
as a result of providing military aircraft support to air shows.
(8) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> A recommendation with
respect to the advisability and feasibility of establishing the
pilot program required under subsection (b).
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 113 note.>> Pilot Program.--Not later than 90
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of the Army, the Secretary
of the Navy, and the Secretary of the Air Force, shall establish a one-
year pilot program under which the Secretary shall provide military
aircraft and aerial demonstration teams in support of not fewer than
five air shows located in rural or small market areas across the country
for the purpose of providing the public with positive exposure to the
Armed Forces.
(c) Reports.--Not later than June 30, 2026, the Secretary of Defense
shall submit to the Committees on Armed Forces of the Senate and House
of Representatives a report on the pilot program required under
subsection (b). Such report shall include each of the following:
(1) The total number of air shows for which military
aircraft support was provided during the pilot program.
(2) <<NOTE: Costs.>> For each such air show, the cost of
providing the support, including the cost of training for and
supporting the air show and any cost agreements associated with
the provision of such support that were entered into between the
Department of Defense and any non-Department entity.
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(3) The number of military assets deployed for the purpose
of providing support to each such air show.
(4) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> An analysis of the effect on
military readiness of dedicating military assets for use an at
air show.
(5) A description of the selection criteria and approval
process used in determining the locations for air shows for
which military aircraft support was provided under the pilot
program, including any instance in which a request for an air
show was denied.
(6) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> An analysis of the costs and
benefits to the Department of Defense of providing military
aircraft support to air shows, including air shows specifically
in rural or small market areas.
(7) An identification of any measurable effect on recruiting
as a result of providing military aircraft support to air shows.
(8) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> An analysis of the costs and
benefits of providing military aircraft support to air shows
compared to other initiatives to encourage military recruitment,
including an analysis of the costs and benefits of mandating
that each of the Armed Forces provide military aircraft support
to air shows each year.
TITLE XI--CIVILIAN PERSONNEL
Sec. 1101. Pilot program for the temporary exchange of information
technology personnel.
Sec. 1102. Extension of authority for noncompetitive appointments of
military spouses by Federal agencies.
Sec. 1103. Extension of living quarters allowance to civilian DOD
employees in positions with critical shortages stationed in
Guam.
Sec. 1104. One-year extension of authority to waive annual limitation on
premium pay and aggregate limitation on pay for federal
civilian employees working overseas.
Sec. 1105. One-year extension of temporary authority to grant
allowances, benefits, and gratuities to civilian personnel on
official duty in a combat zone.
Sec. 1106. Pilot program for overseas work-period for DOD competitive
service positions.
Sec. 1107. Employment and compensation of civilian faculty members at
Inter-American Defense College.
Sec. 1108. Treatment of veterans who did not register for the selective
service.
Sec. 1109. Increase in military leave accrual and accumulation for
Federal employees.
Sec. 1110. Sufficient firefighter personnel covered installations.
Sec. 1111. Extension of direct hire authority for domestic industrial
base facilities and Major Range and Test Facilities Base.
Sec. 1112. Modifications to the John S. McCain Strategic Defense Fellows
Program.
Sec. 1113. Modification of pilot program on dynamic shaping of the
workforce to improve the technical skills and expertise at
certain Department of Defense laboratories.
Sec. 1114. Continuity of coverage under certain provisions of title 5,
United States Code.
Sec. 1115. Limitation on establishment of new diversity, equity, and
inclusion positions; hiring freeze.
SEC. 1101. PILOT PROGRAM FOR THE TEMPORARY EXCHANGE OF INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY PERSONNEL.
Section 1110(a)(1)(A) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111-84; 5 U.S.C. 3702 note) is amended by
inserting ``or performs financial management and budgeting tasks for a
private sector organization that primarily develops software or provides
software services'' before the semicolon at the end.
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SEC. 1102. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY FOR NONCOMPETITIVE APPOINTMENTS
OF MILITARY SPOUSES BY FEDERAL AGENCIES.
(a) In General.--Section 573(e) of the John S. McCain National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-232; 5
U.S.C. 3330d note) is repealed.
(b) Extension and Report.--Section 1119 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31) is amended--
(1) in subsection (d), <<NOTE: 5 USC 3330d note.>> by
striking ``December 31, 2028'' and inserting ``December 31,
2033''; and
(2) by adding after subsection (d) the following:
``(e) Reports.--
``(1) In general.--Not later December 31, 2025, and each
year thereafter until the sunset date in subsection (d), the
Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Director of the
Office of Personnel Management, shall--
``(A) submit a report, to the Committees on Armed
Services of the House Representatives and the Senate,
the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs of the Senate, and the Committee on Oversight
and Accountability of the House of Representatives, on
the use of the hiring authority under section 3330d of
title 5, United States Code; and
``(B) <<NOTE: Public information. Web posting.>>
publish such report on the public website of the
Department of Defense.
``(2) Contents.--Each report under paragraph (1) shall
include information on--
``(A) how often such authority is used by agencies;
``(B) what positions are filled using such
authority, and the grade and locations of such
positions;
``(C) the number of military spouse applicants
seeking positions under such authority who were not
selected and the grade and locations of such positions;
``(D) the number of military spouse applicants
selected for a position they were subsequently
determined to not be qualified for; and
``(E) how often Department of Defense components
exercised exceptions to spouse preference procedures and
the grade and locations of such positions.
``(3) Final report.--The final report required under
paragraph (1) shall, in addition to the contents required under
paragraph (2), include--
``(A) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> an assessment of the
effectiveness of such authority in placing military
spouses into jobs for which they were highly qualified,
including an analysis of their success, as determined by
their tenure, promotion, and performance reviews, along
with any other matters the Secretary considers
appropriate; and
``(B) whether such authority should be made
permanent.''.
(c) Technical Amendments.--
(1) In general.--Section 1119(a) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 <<NOTE: 5 USC 3330d.>>
(Public Law 118-31) is amended--
(A) in paragraph (2)--
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(i) by striking ``(2)'' and all that follows
through ``the following:'' and inserting the
following:
``(2) in subsection (a)--
``(A) by redesignating paragraph (5), as added by
section 1112(a)(1)(C) of this Act, as paragraph (6); and
``(B) by inserting after paragraph (4), as
redesignated by section 1112(a)(1)(A) of this Act, the
following:''; and
(ii) in the quoted material, by striking ``(4)
The term'' and inserting ``(5) The term''; and
(B) in paragraph (3)--
(i) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A),
by inserting ``, as amended by section 1112(a)(2)
of this Act'' after ``in subsection (b)'';
(ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking
``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``paragraph (2)'';
(iii) in subparagraph (B), by striking
``paragraph (2)'' and inserting ``paragraph (3)'';
and
(iv) in subparagraph C), in the quoted
material, by striking ``(3) a spouse'' and
inserting ``(4) a spouse''.
(2) <<NOTE: 5 USC 3330d note.>> Effective date.--The
amendments made by paragraph (1) shall take effect as if
included in the enactment of section 1119 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-
31).
SEC. 1103. EXTENSION OF LIVING QUARTERS ALLOWANCE TO CIVILIAN DOD
EMPLOYEES IN POSITIONS WITH CRITICAL
SHORTAGES STATIONED IN GUAM.
Section 1102 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31) <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 8101.>> is
amended--
(1) in the section heading, by striking ``department of the
navy civilian employees assigned to permanent duty in guam for
performing work, or supporting work being performed, aboard or
dockside, of u.s. naval vessels'' and inserting ``civilian
employees of the department of defense stationed in guam'';
(2) in subsection (a), by striking ``Secretary of the Navy''
and inserting ``Secretary of Defense''; and
(3) by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following:
``(b) Covered Employee Defined.--In this section, the term `covered
employee' means any civilian employee of the Department of Defense whose
permanent duty station is located in Guam and who has been deemed by the
Secretary of Defense to be employed in a position with critical
shortages.
``(c) Sunset.--The authority under this section shall terminate on
January 1, 2034.''.
SEC. 1104. ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO WAIVE ANNUAL
LIMITATION ON PREMIUM PAY AND AGGREGATE
LIMITATION ON PAY FOR FEDERAL CIVILIAN
EMPLOYEES WORKING OVERSEAS.
Subsection (a) of section 1101 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110-417; 122 Stat.
4615), as most recently amended by section 1102 of the James M. Inhofe
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-
263), <<NOTE: 136 Stat. 2816; 137 Stat. 427.>> is further amended by
striking ``through 2024'' and inserting ``through 2025''.
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SEC. 1105. ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF TEMPORARY AUTHORITY TO GRANT
ALLOWANCES, BENEFITS, AND GRATUITIES TO
CIVILIAN PERSONNEL ON OFFICIAL DUTY IN A
COMBAT ZONE.
Paragraph (2) of section 1603(a) of the Emergency Supplemental
Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Hurricane
Recovery, 2006 (Public Law 109-234; 120 Stat. 443), as added by section
1102 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2009 (Public Law 110-417; 122 Stat. 4616) and as most recently
amended by section 1109 of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31), <<NOTE: 137 Stat. 428.>> is
further amended by striking ``2025'' and inserting ``2026''.
SEC. 1106. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 1580.>> PILOT PROGRAM FOR
OVERSEAS WORK-PERIOD FOR DOD COMPETITIVE
SERVICE POSITIONS.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period. Extension authority.>> In General.--The 5-
year limitation on competitive service employment in a foreign area in
Department of Defense Instruction 1400.25, titled ``DoD Civilian
Personnel Management System: Employment in Foreign Areas and Employee
Return Rights'' and issued on July 26, 2012 (or a successor
instruction), may be extended by the first 0-6 in the employees chain of
command for one additional 5 year term.
(b) Extension.--An extension request under subsection (a) shall not
require a business case, or similar, analysis to justify the additional
foreign area extension.
(c) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Report.--Not later than December 31,
2025, and yearly after that for the next 5 years, the Secretary of
Defense shall submit a report to the congressional defense committees on
the following:
(1) The impact of this section on recruiting and retaining
civilian competitive service employees at the Department of
Defense.
(2) The total number of--
(A) Department employees that were able to remain in
positions as a result of this section; and
(B) Department positions that were not open for
initial appointments as a result of this section.
(3) The grade and classification of Department positions
affected by this section.
(4) Any other information the Secretary deems appropriate.
(d) Foreign Area Defined.--In this section, the term ``foreign
area'' means any location that is not within a nonforeign area (as that
term is defined in section 591.205 of title 5, Code of Federal
Regulations, or any successor regulation).
(e) Sunset.--The authority under this section shall expire on the
date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 1107. EMPLOYMENT AND COMPENSATION OF CIVILIAN FACULTY MEMBERS
AT INTER-AMERICAN DEFENSE COLLEGE.
(a) In General.--Subsection (c) of section 1595 of title 10, United
States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(9) The United States Element of the Inter-American
Defense College.''.
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(b) Conforming Amendments.--Such section is further amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by striking ``institutions'' and
inserting ``organizations''; and
(2) in subsection (c)--
(A) in the subsection heading, by striking
``Institutions'' and inserting ``Organizations''; and
(B) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by
striking ``institutions'' and inserting
``organizations''.
SEC. 1108. TREATMENT OF VETERANS WHO DID NOT REGISTER FOR THE
SELECTIVE SERVICE.
Section 3328 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by--
(1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``(50 U.S.C. App.
453)'' and inserting ``(50 U.S.C. 3802)'';
(2) redesignating subsection (b) as subsection (c);
(3) by inserting after subsection (a) the following new
subsection:
``(b) Subsection (a) shall not apply to an individual--
``(1) who is a veteran;
``(2) who provides evidence of active duty service to the
Executive agency in which the individual seeks an appointment;
and
``(3) for whom the requirement to register under section 3
of the Military Selective Service Act (50 U.S.C. 3802) has
terminated or is now inapplicable due to age.''; and
(4) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(d) In this section, the terms `active duty' and `veteran' have
the meaning given those terms in section 101 of title 38.''.
SEC. 1109. INCREASE IN MILITARY LEAVE ACCRUAL AND ACCUMULATION FOR
FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.
Section 6323(a)(1) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by
striking ``15 days'' each place it appears and inserting ``20 days''.
SEC. 1110. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 9771.>> SUFFICIENT
FIREFIGHTER PERSONNEL COVERED
INSTALLATIONS.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that--
(1) a sufficient number of firefighter personnel are on duty
at each covered installation to maintain manning and service
necessary to safeguard life and property at such covered
installation; and
(2) a risk assessment may not be used to limit the number of
firefighter personnel at a covered installation.
(b) Covered Installation Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered installation'' means a military installation under the
jurisdiction of the Chief of Space Operations of the United States Space
Force with a space launch facility.
SEC. 1111. EXTENSION OF DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY FOR DOMESTIC
INDUSTRIAL BASE FACILITIES AND MAJOR
RANGE AND TEST FACILITIES BASE.
(a) Extension.--Section 1125(a) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (10 U.S.C. 1580 note prec.;
Public Law 114-328) is amended by striking ``through 2028'' and
inserting ``through 2030''.
(b) Briefing.--Section 1102(b) of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115-91), <<NOTE: 131 Stat. 1628.>>
as
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amended by section 1107(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92; 133 Stat. 1597), is further
amended--
(1) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking
``through 2025'' and inserting ``through 2030''; and
(2) in paragraph (1), by striking ``(as amended by
subsection (a))''.
SEC. 1112. MODIFICATIONS TO THE JOHN S. MCCAIN STRATEGIC DEFENSE
FELLOWS PROGRAM.
(a) Noncompetitive Appointment and Conversion Authority.--Section
932(f) of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2019 (10 U.S.C. 1580 note prec.; Public Law 115-232) is
amended--
(1) by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (4); and
(2) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new
paragraphs:
``(2) Noncompetitive appointment or conversion.--
``(A) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--Upon a
participant's successful completion of the fellows
program, the Secretary may, without regard to the
provisions of subchapter I of chapter 33 of title 5,
United States Code, noncompetitively appoint or convert
the participant into a vacant competitive or excepted
service position in the Department, if the Secretary
determines that such appointment or conversion will
contribute to the development of highly qualified future
senior leaders for the Department.
``(B) Grade.--The Secretary may appoint or convert a
participant under subparagraph (A) into a position at or
below the level of GS-13 of the General Schedule or an
equivalent position for which the participant is
qualified without regard to any minimum time-in-grade
requirements.
``(C) <<NOTE: Notification.>> Consent.--Before
converting an individual to the competitive service
under this paragraph, the Secretary shall notify and
receive written consent from the individual of the
individual's change in status.
``(3) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Appointment of former
participants.--The Secretary may use the authority provided by
paragraph (2) for a participant--
``(A) not later than one year after the date of the
participant's successful completion of the fellows
program; or
``(B) in the case of a participant who entered the
fellows program before the date of the enactment of this
subparagraph, not later than one year after such date of
enactment.''.
(b) Conforming Amendment.--Section 932(e)(2) of such Act is amended
by inserting before the period at the end of the last sentence the
following: ``and subsection (f)(2)''.
SEC. 1113. MODIFICATION OF PILOT PROGRAM ON DYNAMIC SHAPING OF THE
WORKFORCE TO IMPROVE THE TECHNICAL
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE AT CERTAIN
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE LABORATORIES.
Section 1109 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2016 (10 U.S.C. 4091 note prec.; Public Law 114-92) is amended--
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(1) in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (3)--
(i) by inserting ``or 8414'' before ``of title
5''; and
(ii) by striking ``or 3522'' and inserting
``or 8414(b)(1)(B)''; and
(B) in paragraph (4), in the matter preceding
subparagraph (A), by striking ``section 8414(b)(1)(B) of
title 5, United States Code, without regard to clause
(iv) or (v) of such section or section 3522 of such
title'' and inserting ``section 3522 of title 5, United
States Code''; and
(2) in subsection (c), by striking ``section 4121(b)'' and
inserting ``subsections (a) and (b) of section 4121''.
SEC. 1114. CONTINUITY OF COVERAGE UNDER CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF
TITLE 5, UNITED STATES CODE.
(a) Military Leave for Federal Civilian Employees.--Section 6323 of
title 5, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``as a Reserve of the
armed forces or member of the National Guard'' and inserting
``as a Reserve of the armed forces, a member of the National
Guard, or a member of the Space Force in space force active
status (as defined in section 101(e)(1) of title 10) and not on
sustained duty under section 20105 of title 10''; and
(2) in subsection (b)(1), by inserting before the semicolon
at the end the following: ``or is a member of the Space Force in
space force active status (as defined in section 101(e)(1) of
title 10) and not on sustained duty under section 20105 of title
10''.
(b) Clerical Amendments.--
(1) Section heading.--The heading of such section is amended
to read as follows:
``Sec. 6323. Military leave: Reserves, National Guard members, and
certain members of the Space Force''.
(2) Table of sections.--The item relating to such section in
the table of sections at the beginning of chapter 63 of
such <<NOTE: 5 USC prec. 6301.>> title is amended to read as
follows:
``6323. Military leave: Reserves, National Guard members, and certain
members of the Space Force.''.
SEC. 1115. LIMITATION ON ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW DIVERSITY, EQUITY,
AND INCLUSION POSITIONS; HIRING FREEZE.
(a) In General.--During the period described in subsection (b), the
Secretary of Defense may not--
(1) establish any new positions within the Department of
Defense with responsibility for matters relating to diversity,
equity, and inclusion; or
(2) fill any vacancies in positions in the Department with
responsibility for such matters.
(b) Period Described.--The period described in this subsection is
the period--
(1) beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act; and
(2) ending on the earlier of--
(A) the date the Comptroller General submits to
Congress the study required by section 529B(b)(2) of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024
(Public Law 118-31); or
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(B) the date that is 1 year after the date of the
enactment of this Act.
(c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed
to prevent the Secretary from reducing the number of positions relating
to diversity, equity, and inclusion or from eliminating specific
positions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
TITLE XII--MATTERS RELATING TO FOREIGN NATIONS
Subtitle A--Assistance and Training
Sec. 1201. Modification of authority to build capacity of foreign
security forces and modification of support for execution of
bilateral agreements concerning illicit transnational
maritime activity in Africa.
Sec. 1202. Modification of authority for Naval Small Craft Instruction
and Technical Training School.
Sec. 1203. Assessment, monitoring, and evaluation of programs and
activities.
Sec. 1204. Quarterly briefings on counterterrorism operations, irregular
warfare, and sensitive activities.
Sec. 1205. Extension of modification to authority to provide support for
conduct of operations.
Sec. 1206. Extension of authorities.
Sec. 1207. Extension and modification of defense operational resilience
international cooperation pilot program.
Sec. 1208. Acceptance and expenditure of contributions for multilateral
security cooperation programs and activities.
Sec. 1209. Temporary authority to provide training to military forces or
national security forces of Costa Rica and Panama.
Sec. 1210. Improvements to defense acquisition workforce for foreign
military sales.
Subtitle B--Matters Relating to Israel
Sec. 1211. Statement of policy ensuring Israel's defense.
Sec. 1212. Modification of United States-Israel anti-tunnel cooperation.
Sec. 1213. Requirement to conduct subterranean warfare military
exercises.
Sec. 1214. Strategic partnership on defense industrial priorities
between the United States and Israel.
Sec. 1215. Establishment of program between the United States and Israel
for military trauma education and training.
Subtitle C--Matters Relating to the Near and Middle East
Sec. 1221. Key partners for Middle East Regional Integration Military
Subject Matter Expert Exchange Program.
Sec. 1222. Extension and modification of annual report on military power
of Iran.
Sec. 1223. Modification of report on the military capabilities of Iran
and related activities.
Sec. 1224. Prohibition on providing funding to Iranian entities.
Sec. 1225. Notification relating to arms trafficking by Iran.
Sec. 1226. Assessment and plan with respect to equipment provided to
Kurdish Peshmerga forces.
Sec. 1227. Extension of authority for reimbursement of certain coalition
nations for support provided to United States military
operations.
Sec. 1228. Extension and modification of security briefings on
Afghanistan.
Sec. 1229. Notifications regarding terrorist groups in Afghanistan.
Sec. 1230. Extension of authority to support operations and activities
of the office of security cooperation in Iraq.
Sec. 1231. Extension and modification of authority to provide assistance
to counter the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria.
Sec. 1232. Extension of authority to provide assistance to vetted Syrian
groups and individuals.
Sec. 1233. Statement of policy on recognition of the Assad regime.
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Subtitle A--Assistance and Training
SEC. 1201. MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO BUILD CAPACITY OF FOREIGN
SECURITY FORCES AND MODIFICATION OF
SUPPORT FOR EXECUTION OF BILATERAL
AGREEMENTS CONCERNING ILLICIT
TRANSNATIONAL MARITIME ACTIVITY IN
AFRICA.
(a) Modification of Authority to Build Capacity of Foreign Security
Forces.--Paragraph (2) of section 333(g) of title 10, United States
Code, is amended to read as follows:
``(2) Availability of funds for programs across fiscal
years.--Amounts made available in fiscal year 2025 or any
subsequent fiscal year to carry out the authority in subsection
(a) may be used for programs under that authority that begin in
such fiscal year and end not later than the end of the third
fiscal year thereafter.''.
(b) Modification of Support for Execution of Bilateral Agreements
Concerning Illicit Transnational Maritime Activity in Africa.--Section
1808 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (10
U.S.C. 331 note) is amended--
(1) in the section heading, by striking ``in africa''; and
(2) in subsection (a), by striking ``African''.
SEC. 1202. MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY FOR NAVAL SMALL CRAFT
INSTRUCTION AND TECHNICAL TRAINING
SCHOOL.
(a) In General.--Section 352(e) of title 10, United States Code, is
amended to read as follows:
``(e) Costs.--(1) The fixed costs of the School may be paid from
amounts made available for the Navy as follows:
``(A) The costs of operating and maintaining the School may
be paid from amounts made available to the Navy for operation
and maintenance.
``(B) The costs of the equipment requirements of the School
may be paid from amounts made available to the Navy for
procurement.
``(C) The costs of the facilities construction requirements
of the School may be paid from amounts made available to the
Navy for military construction.
``(2) The food procurement and service costs of the School that may
be paid from amounts made available to the Navy for operation and
maintenance are as follows:
``(A) The costs of providing food services to personnel,
visitors, and international students at the School.
``(B) The costs of operating, maintaining, and sustaining a
dining facility or contracted food services at the School.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. 10 USC 352 note.>> Updates Required.--Not
later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of Defense shall update the Security Assistance Management
Manual (DSCA 5105.38-M) and volume 15 of the Department of Defense
Financial Management Regulation (DoD 7000.14-R) in accordance with the
amendment made by this section.
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SEC. 1203. ASSESSMENT, MONITORING, AND EVALUATION OF PROGRAMS AND
ACTIVITIES.
Section 383(d)(1)(B) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by
inserting ``, including a description of challenges in executing the
program,'' after ``lessons learned''.
SEC. 1204. QUARTERLY BRIEFINGS ON COUNTERTERRORISM OPERATIONS,
IRREGULAR WARFARE, AND SENSITIVE
ACTIVITIES.
(a) In General.--Section 485 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) in the section heading, by striking ``Monthly
counterterrorism operations briefings'' and inserting
``Quarterly briefings on counterterrorism operations, irregular
warfare, and sensitive activities''; and
(2) by amending subsection (a) to read as follows:
``(a) Briefings Required.--The Secretary of Defense shall provide to
the congressional defense committees quarterly briefings on
counterterrorism operations and related activities (including the use of
military force under the notion of collective self-defense of foreign
partners), irregular warfare activities, and other sensitive activities
conducted by the Department of Defense.''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections for chapter 23 of
title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 480.>> is amended by
striking the item relating to section 485 and inserting the following:
``485. Quarterly briefings on counterterrorism operations, irregular
warfare, and sensitive activities.''.
SEC. 1205. EXTENSION OF MODIFICATION TO AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE
SUPPORT FOR CONDUCT OF OPERATIONS.
(a) In General.--Section 1205 of the James M. Inhofe National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 136
Stat. 2830) is amended by striking ``such section 331'' and all that
follows and inserting the following: ``such section 331--
``(1) in each of fiscal years 2023 and 2024 may not exceed
$950,000,000; and
``(2) in each of fiscal years 2025 and 2026 may not exceed
$750,000,000.''.
(b) Modification to Annual Report.--Section 386(b) of title 10,
United States Code, is amended as follows:
(1) In paragraph (2)--
(A) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (H)
as subparagraphs (B) through (I), respectively; and
(B) by inserting before subparagraph (B), as so
redesignated, the following:
``(A) With respect to section 331 of this title, the
value of all logistic support, supplies, and services
for which notice is required by such section.''.
(2) In paragraph (3)--
(A) by redesignating subparagraphs (B) through (J)
as subparagraphs (C) through (K), respectively; and
(B) by inserting after paragraph (A) the following:
``(B) The number of new programs carried out during
the period of the report that required notice under
section 331 of this title.''.
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SEC. 1206. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITIES.
(a) Security Cooperation Programs With Foreign Partners.--Section
1208 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat. 2831; 10 U.S.C. 301
note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph
(1), by striking ``2025'' and inserting ``2027''; and
(2) in subsection (b), by striking ``2025'' and inserting
``2027''.
(b) Implementation of Act.--Section 1210E(a) of the William M. (Mac)
Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021
(Public Law 116-283; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended, in the matter
preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``2025'' and inserting ``2027''.
SEC. 1207. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF DEFENSE OPERATIONAL
RESILIENCE INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
PILOT PROGRAM.
Section 1212 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2023 (10 U.S.C. 311 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (b), by striking ``December 31, 2025'' and
inserting ``December 31, 2027'';
(2) in subsection (d)--
(A) by striking ``2025'' and inserting ``2027'';
(B) by striking ``$10,000,000'' and inserting
``$15,000,000''; and
(C) by striking ``, which shall be allocated in
accordance with the priorities of the commanders of the
geographic combatant commands'';
(3) by redesignating subsections (e) through (g) as
subsections (f) through (h), respectively;
(4) by inserting after subsection (d) the following new
subsection:
``(e) Prioritization.--In providing security cooperation for the
purposes described in section (c)(1), the Secretary shall prioritize
efforts based on--
``(1) the priorities of the commanders of the geographic
combatant commands;
``(2) the operational relevance of the effort;
``(3) the need of the foreign partner; and
``(4) programs in less developed countries.''; and
(5) in subsection (g), as so redesignated, by striking
``2025'' and inserting ``2027''.
SEC. 1208. <<NOTE: 10 USC 301 note.>> ACCEPTANCE AND EXPENDITURE
OF CONTRIBUTIONS FOR MULTILATERAL
SECURITY COOPERATION PROGRAMS AND
ACTIVITIES.
(a) Authority To Accept and Expend Contributions.--The Secretary of
Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, may accept,
manage, and expend contributions, including funds and defense articles
and defense services, from foreign governments for mutually agreed upon
purposes to carry out security cooperation programs and activities of
the Department of Defense authorized by--
(1) chapter 16 of title 10, United States Code;
(2) the Taiwan Security Cooperation Initiative authorized by
section 1323; or
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(3) section 1250 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 129 Stat. 1068).
(b) Account Requirements.--
(1) Funds.--Contributions of funds accepted under subsection
(a) shall be placed in an account established for such purpose
and shall remain available for the following 2 fiscal years for
the mutually agreed upon purposes specified in subsection (a).
(2) Defense articles.--Contributions of defense articles
accepted under subsection (a) shall be placed in United States
inventory.
(3) Separate country accounts.--The Secretary of Defense
shall establish a separate sub-account for each country under
the account established under paragraph (1).
(4) Compliance.--Such expenditures and provision of defense
articles and services shall comply with the prohibitions and
limitations, notice, reporting, and other requirements specified
in such authorities or applicable statute.
(c) Previously Denied Funds.--Funds accepted or otherwise made
available under subsection (a) may not be expended, in whole or in part,
for any purpose for which Congress has previously denied funds.
(d) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Notification Required.--Not later than 48
hours after receiving a contribution under subsection (a), the Secretary
of Defense shall provide to the appropriate committees of Congress a
written notification that, at a minimum, includes an identification of
the following:
(1) The foreign government making the contribution.
(2) The mutually agreed upon purpose for which the
contribution is being made.
(3) The process and anticipated timeline for the use of such
contribution under the authorities specified in subsection (a).
(4) Any other condition or limitation placed on the
contribution by the foreign government making the contribution.
(e) <<NOTE: Time period. Termination date.>> Annual Report.--Not
later than March 1, 2026, and March 1 of each year thereafter through
2030, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of
Congress a report on any funds accepted or expended under this section
during the preceding calendar year, including the following:
(1) An identification of the foreign government or
governments involved from which contributions were received.
(2) For each foreign government--
(A) the amount of funds, equipment, or type of
services provided by the foreign government; and
(B) the amount of any remaining unobligated balance
or accepted equipment remaining in United States
inventory.
(3) A description of the purpose of such contributions were
provided.
(4) A description of any written agreement entered into with
a country under this section, including the date on which the
agreement was signed.
(f) Submission of Instruments.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. President.>> In general.--Not later
than 30 days after the signature, conclusion, or other
finalization of any non-binding instrument related to the
implementation of this section, the
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President shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress
the text of such agreement or instrument.
(2) Non-duplication of efforts; rule of construction.--To
the extent the text of a non-binding instrument is submitted to
the appropriate committees of Congress pursuant to paragraph
(1), such text shall not be required to be submitted to Congress
pursuant to section 112b(a)(1)(A)(ii) of title 1, United States
Code. Paragraph (1) may not be construed to relieve the
executive branch of any other requirement of section 112b of
title 1, United States Code, or any other provision of law.
(3) Definitions.--
(A) The term ``text'', with respect to a non-binding
instrument, includes--
(i) any annex, appendix, codicil, side
agreement, side letter, or any document of similar
purpose or function to the aforementioned,
regardless of the title of the document, that is
entered into contemporaneously and in conjunction
with the non-binding instrument; and
(ii) any implementing agreement or
arrangement, or any document of similar purpose or
function to the aforementioned, regardless of the
title of the document, that is entered into
contemporaneously and in conjunction with the non-
binding instrument.
(B) The term ``contemporaneously and in conjunction
with''--
(i) shall be construed liberally; and
(ii) may not be interpreted to require any
action to have occurred simultaneously or on the
same day.
(g) Appropriate Committees of Congress Defined.--In this section,
the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Appropriations, and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the
Senate; and
(2) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Appropriations, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the
House of Representatives.
(h) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed
as circumventing the applicable requirements of the Arms Export Control
Act (22 U.S.C. 2751 et seq.).
(i) Termination.--The authority provided by this section shall
terminate on December 31, 2029.
SEC. 1209. <<NOTE: Time period. 10 USC 321 note.>> TEMPORARY
AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE TRAINING TO
MILITARY FORCES OR NATIONAL SECURITY
FORCES OF COSTA RICA AND PANAMA.
In conducting training with friendly foreign countries under section
321 of title 10, United States Code, notwithstanding subsection (a)(2)
of that section, beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act and
ending on December 31, 2030, the general purpose forces of the United
States Armed Forces may train with the military forces or national
security forces of the following countries:
(1) Costa Rica.
(2) Panama.
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SEC. 1210. IMPROVEMENTS TO DEFENSE ACQUISITION WORKFORCE FOR
FOREIGN MILITARY SALES.
(a) Study and Report.--
(1) Study.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall seek to
enter into a contract with a nonprofit organization or federally
funded research and development center to study--
(A) the feasibility and advisability of establishing
a contracting capacity that is specific to the execution
of contracts for foreign military sales; and
(B) the feasibility and advisability of establishing
a dedicated contracting capacity to directly support
foreign military sales contracting activities.
(2) Report.--Not later than December 1, 2025, the Secretary
shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report
that contains--
(A) the results of the study required by paragraph
(1); and
(B) any comments of the Secretary with respect to
the study.
(b) <<NOTE: 22 USC 2761 note.>> Foreign Military Sales Continuous
Process Improvement Board.--
(1) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense shall establish
a Foreign Military Sales Continuous Process Improvement Board
(in this section referred to as the ``Board'') to serve as an
enduring governance structure within the Department of Defense
that reports to the Secretary on matters relating to the foreign
military sales process so as to enhance accountability and
continuous improvement within the Department, including the
objectives of--
(A) improving the understanding, among officials of
the Department, of ally and partner requirements;
(B) enabling efficient reviews for release of
technology;
(C) providing ally and partner countries with
relevant priority equipment;
(D) accelerating acquisition and contracting
support;
(E) expanding the capacity of the defense industrial
base;
(F) working with other departments and agencies to
promote broad United States Government support; and
(G) any other matters determined by the Secretary to
be relevant to the Board.
(2) Membership.--The Board shall be composed of not fewer
than seven members, each of whom shall have expertise in
security cooperation, security assistance, defense acquisition,
business process reform, or any disciplines the Secretary
determines to be important to the functioning of the Board.
(3) Sunset.--This subsection shall terminate on December 31,
2030.
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``defense acquisition workforce'' means the
Department of Defense acquisition workforce described in chapter
87 of title 10, United States Code.
(2) The term ``nonprofit organization'' means an
organization described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal
Revenue Code of 1986 and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of
such Code
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(3) The term ``security cooperation workforce'' has the
meaning given the term in section 384 of title 10, United States
Code.
Subtitle B--Matters Relating to Israel
SEC. 1211. <<NOTE: 22 USC 8602 note.>> STATEMENT OF POLICY
ENSURING ISRAEL'S DEFENSE.
It is the policy of the United States to work with Israel to ensure
adequate stocks of interceptors and weapons system components to defend
Israel against air and missile threats from Iran and Iranian military
proxies, such as Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, and the Palestinian
Islamic Jihad, if the transfer of such interceptors and weapons system
components are in the national security interests of the United States.
SEC. 1212. MODIFICATION OF UNITED STATES-ISRAEL ANTI-TUNNEL
COOPERATION.
Subsection (a)(1) of section 1279 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (22 U.S.C. 8606 note) is amended,
in the first sentence, by striking ``detect, map, and neutralize
underground tunnels'' and inserting ``detect, map, maneuver in, and
neutralize underground tunnels''.
SEC. 1213. REQUIREMENT TO CONDUCT SUBTERRANEAN WARFARE MILITARY
EXERCISES.
(a) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Exercises Required.--Beginning on
January 1 of the year that begins after the date of the enactment of
this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall require the United States
Central Command or other relevant commands, units, or organizations of
the United States military services, as the Secretary determines
appropriate, to conduct military exercises that--
(1) occur not fewer than once in a calendar year;
(2) shall include invitations for the armed forces of
Israel, provided that the Government of Israel consents to the
participation of its forces in such exercises;
(3) may include invitations for the armed forces of other
allies and partners of the United States to take part in the
exercises;
(4) seek to enhance the interoperability and effectiveness
of the United States military services, the armed forces of
Israel, and the armed forces of other allies and partners of the
United States in coalition operations; and
(5) shall include, if available resources permit, the
following activities--
(A) practicing or simulating locating subterranean
tunnel entrances and exits;
(B) practicing infiltrating and mapping subterranean
tunnels;
(C) practicing maneuvering within subterranean
tunnels of varying sizes; and
(D) practicing neutralizing or demolishing
subterranean tunnels.
(b) Sunset.--The requirements in subsection (a) shall terminate on
December 31 of the year described in subsection (a).
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SEC. 1214. <<NOTE: 22 USC 8606 note.>> STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP ON
DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL PRIORITIES BETWEEN
THE UNITED STATES AND ISRAEL.
The Secretary of Defense shall seek to establish a partnership
between the Defense Innovation Unit of the Department of Defense and
appropriate counterparts of Israel in order to--
(1) enhance market opportunities for United States-based and
Israeli-based defense technology companies;
(2) increase interoperability through dual-use and emerging
technologies;
(3) counter Iran and Iran-aligned adversarial proxy group
development of dual-use defense technologies; and
(4) in coordination with appropriate counterpart offices of
the Israeli ministry of defense--
(A) enable coordination on defense industrial
priorities;
(B) streamline emerging defense technology research
and development;
(C) create more pathways to market for defense
technology startups;
(D) collaborate on the development of dual-use
defense capabilities through coordination; and
(E) leverage other private capital, equity or
venture funding opportunities to augment government
funds for technology deployment or scaling.
SEC. 1215. <<NOTE: 22 USC 8606 note.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF PROGRAM
BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND ISRAEL FOR
MILITARY TRAUMA EDUCATION AND TRAINING.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, may establish a joint education and training program
with appropriate personnel of the Medical Corps of the Israel Defense
Forces.
(b) Education and Training Activities.--The joint program authorized
by subsection (a) may include the following activities between personnel
of the United States military health system and the Medical Corps of the
Israel Defense Forces:
(1) Dialogue on best practices for general trauma care, with
a focus on amputation and amputee care, including the following
elements of amputee care:
(A) Use of prosthetics.
(B) Wound care.
(C) Rehabilitative therapy.
(D) Family counseling.
(E) Mental health therapy.
(2) Training and support on trauma care, including
amputation and amputee care.
(3) Conducting relevant joint conferences and exchanges of
military medical professionals.
(4) Opportunities for personnel to attend classes offered on
best practices for trauma and amputee rehabilitation.
(5) Any other relevant amputee care educational activity
that the Secretary of Defense and appropriate officials from the
Israel Defense Forces determine appropriate.
(c) Use of Authorities.--In carrying out the joint program
authorized under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense may use the
authorities under chapter 16 of title 10, United States Code, and other
applicable statutory authorities available to the Secretary.
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Subtitle C--Matters Relating to the Near and Middle East
SEC. 1221. <<NOTE: 10 USC 311 note.>> KEY PARTNERS FOR MIDDLE
EAST REGIONAL INTEGRATION MILITARY
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT EXCHANGE PROGRAM.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense, using existing
authorities, including section 311 of title 10, United States Code, as
applicable, and in consultation with the Secretary of State and the head
of any other Federal agency the Secretary of Defense determines
appropriate, shall design and implement a foreign military officer
subject matter expert exchange program to be known as the ``Middle East
Regional Integration Military Subject Matter Expert Exchange Program''
(referred to in this section as the ``exchange program'').
(b) Purpose.--The purpose of the exchange program shall be to
facilitate interaction, cultural exchange, and mutual learning of
members of participating militaries in support of Middle East regional
integration in order to deepen and expand such integration.
(c) Membership.--
(1) Composition.--The exchange program shall be composed of
members of the armed forces of participating militaries in
support of Middle East regional integration and members of the
Armed Forces of the United States.
(2) Subject matter.--
(A) In general.--The Secretary of Defense shall
select exchange program participants with a wide range
of experiences collectively covering the tactical,
operational, and strategic levels.
(B) Participant pay grade levels.--The Secretary of
Defense shall include in the exchange program
participants at each of the following military pay
grades, or equivalent foreign military pay grades:
(i) E-7 through E-9.
(ii) CW-3 through CW-5.
(iii) O-3 through O-9.
(iv) Such other pay grade levels at the
discretion of the Secretary of Defense.
(C) Expertise.--Each participant in the exchange
program shall have expertise in one or more of the
following subject matter areas:
(i) Strategic doctrine.
(ii) Defense planning.
(iii) Civilian and military relations.
(iv) Military law.
(v) Public affairs.
(vi) Civil affairs.
(vii) Military budgeting and acquisitions.
(viii) Integrated air and missile defense.
(ix) Integrated maritime domain awareness and
interdiction.
(x) Cyber resilience and defense.
(xi) Counterterrorism.
(xii) Defense information sharing.
(xiii) Any other subject matter area that the
Secretary of Defense determines to be appropriate.
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(d) Exchange Program Content.--The exchange program--
(1) shall include learning modalities and methods, as
determined by the Exchange Program Coordinator;
(2) may include separate agendas and experiences for
participants in order to--
(A) facilitate interaction on particular topics;
(B) cater to participant backgrounds or rank levels;
or
(C) achieve other pedagogical ends as determined by
the Exchange Program Coordinator; and
(3) may include discussion, comparison, and information
regarding the development of--
(A) defense doctrine;
(B) exercise development;
(C) budget planning;
(D) military law and law of armed conflict;
(E) military cooperation with civilian agencies;
(F) standard operating procedures;
(G) operational plans and the operational art;
(H) gaps and opportunities for improvement in
existing procedures and plans;
(I) existing technical challenges;
(J) emerging technical challenges;
(K) the current and future threat environment;
(L) trust and capacity for multilateral sharing of
information;
(M) additional mechanisms and ideas for integrated
cooperation;
(N) ways to promote the meaningful participation of
women in matters of peace and security; and
(O) other content, as appropriate, developed to
advance integration and tactical, operational, and
strategic proficiency.
(e) Meetings.--Participants in the exchange program shall meet in
person not less frequently than quarterly.
(f) Exchange Program Coordinator.--
(1) <<NOTE: Designation.>> In general.--The Secretary of
Defense shall designate an Exchange Program Coordinator, who
shall be assigned to a Department of Defense School, to oversee
the exchange program.
(2) Duties.--The Exchange Program Coordinator shall--
(A) design the exchange program;
(B) ensure that the exchange program complies with
the requirements of this section;
(C) provide to the Secretary of Defense reports on
developments, insights, and progress of the exchange
program; and
(D) <<NOTE: Notification.>> notify the Secretary of
Defense of any failure of the exchange program to comply
with the in-person requirements of subsection (e).
(3) <<NOTE: Reports.>> Notification to congress.--Not later
than 15 days after receiving a notification under paragraph
(2)(D), the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee
on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed
Services of the House of Representatives a report describing--
(A) the reasons an in-person meeting did not occur
during such quarter; and
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(B) any measures taken to ensure that an in-person
meeting occurs during the following quarter.
(g) Report.--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--Not later than 1
year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually
thereafter for 5 years, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to
the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign
Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services and
the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives
a report that includes--
(A) <<NOTE: Summary. Time period.>> a summary of
the activities of the exchange program during the prior
year, including--
(i) the countries participating;
(ii) the subject matter covered;
(iii) developments, insights, and progress
achieved through the program; and
(iv) any new topics added to the exchange as
well as a justification for adding the new topic;
(B) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> an assessment of the
effectiveness of the exchange program; and
(C) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> recommendations on
further improvements to the exchange program.
(2) Form.--The report required by paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified
annex.
(h) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Department of defense school.--The term ``Department of
Defense school'' means any institution listed in section 1595(c)
or section 2162(d) of title 10, United States Code.
(2) Participating militaries in support of middle east
regional integration.--The term ``participating militaries in
support of Middle East regional integration'' means military
allies and partner forces of the United States working to
advance regional integration in the Middle East.
SEC. 1222. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF ANNUAL REPORT ON MILITARY
POWER OF IRAN.
(a) Matters to Be Included.--Subsection (b) of section 1245 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (10 U.S.C. 113
note) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1)--
(A) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``and'' at the
end and inserting a semicolon;
(B) in subparagraph (D), by striking the period at
the end and inserting ``; and'';
(C) by redesignating subparagraphs (B), (C), and
(D), as subparagraphs (C), (D), and (E), respectively;
and
(D) by inserting after subparagraph (A) the
following subparagraph:
``(B) any adjustments to the use of proxy forces by
Iran;'';
(2) in paragraph (2)--
(A) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``an analysis
of'';
(B) in subparagraph (C), by inserting after
``military doctrine'' the following: ``, including
Iranian anti-access or area denial and other maritime
harassment capabilities'';
(3) in paragraph (3)--
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(A) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``Iranian
Revolutionary Guard'' and inserting ``Islamic
Revolutionary Guard'';
(B) in subparagraph (J), by striking the period at
the end and inserting ``; and'';
(C) by redesignating subparagraphs (E) through (J)
as subparagraphs (F) through (K), respectively; and
(D) by inserting after subparagraph (D) the
following subparagraph:
``(E) the role of Iran in supporting, facilitating,
directing, or conducting attacks on United States forces
in the region;'';
(4) in paragraph (4)--
(A) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``and storage
sites;'' and inserting ``, storage, and production
sites;'';
(B) in subparagraph (E), by inserting ``an
intermediate-range ballistic missile or'' after
``develop and field''; and
(C) in subparagraph (F), by striking ``; and'' at
the end and inserting ``and the exportation of Iranian
drones to the Middle East and Europe; and'';
(5) in paragraph (12), by striking ``(9)'' and inserting
``(12)'';
(6) by redesignating paragraphs (9) through (12) as
paragraphs (10) through (13), respectively;
(7) by inserting after paragraph (8) the following:
``(9) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of the use of
civilians by groups supported by Iran to shield military
objectives from attack, including groups such as--
``(A) Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis; and
``(B) the Special Groups in Iraq.''; and
(8) by adding at the end the following:
``(14) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of the manner
and extent to which the advances or improvements in the
capabilities of Iran's conventional and unconventional forces
described in this section have affected Israel's qualitative
military edge during the preceding year.''.
(b) Definitions.--Subsection (c) of such section is amended--
(1) in paragraph (2)(B)(i), by striking ``Iranian'' and
inserting ``Islamic'';
(2) in paragraph (2)(B)(ii)(bb), by inserting ``or its
regional interests'' before the period at the end; and
(3) in paragraph (4), by striking ``capable of flights less
than 500 kilometers.''.
(c) Termination.--Subsection (d) of such section is amended by
striking ``December 31, 2025'' and inserting ``December 31, 2026''.
SEC. 1223. MODIFICATION OF REPORT ON THE MILITARY CAPABILITIES OF
IRAN AND RELATED ACTIVITIES.
Section 1227 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81) <<NOTE: 135 Stat. 1972.>> is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) in paragraph (1)--
(i) in subparagraph (A)--
(I) by inserting ``all branches of''
before ``the Islamic Revolutionary Guard
Corps''; and
(II) by inserting ``including''
before ``the Quds Force''; and
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(ii) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ``, and
technologies as described in the Missile
Technology Control Regime'' before ``,
including''; and
(B) in paragraph (2)--
(i) in subparagraph (A), by adding at the end
before the period the following: ``, and on the
proliferation, procurement, and production
networks of Iran's drone program'';
(ii) in subparagraph (F), by adding at the end
before the period the following: ``, and the
effect of its expiration on these Iranian
proliferation activities'';
(iii) in subparagraph (H)--
(I) in clause (ii), by inserting ``,
and any of their precursors,'' after
``narcotics'';
(II) in clause (iv), by inserting
``and the Ministry of Intelligence and
Security (MOIS)'' after ``IRGC''; and
(III) in clause (v), by adding at
the end before the period the following:
``and MOIS''; and
(iv) in subparagraph (I)--
(I) by inserting ``and MOIS agents''
after ``operatives''; and
(II) by adding at the end before the
period the following: ``, including
disinformation operations, recruitment
of local assets, and targeting United
States nationals and foreign
dissidents''; and
(2) in subsection (c)--
(A) <<NOTE: Time period.>> by inserting ``and
annually thereafter for a period not to exceed 2 years''
after ``2024''; and
(B) by striking ``in June 2022'' inserting ``on the
day after the previous report was submitted''.
SEC. 1224. PROHIBITION ON PROVIDING FUNDING TO IRANIAN ENTITIES.
(a) In General.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated to
the Department of Defense or otherwise made available by this Act may be
made available, directly or indirectly, to--
(1) the Government of Iran;
(2) any person owned or controlled by the Government of
Iran;
(3) any person that is on the List of Specially Designated
Nationals and Blocked Persons maintained by the Office of
Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury and the
property and interests in property of which are blocked pursuant
to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act; or
(4) any person owned or controlled by a person described in
paragraph (3).
(b) Exception for Intelligence Activities.--The prohibition under
subsection (a) shall not apply with respect to activities subject to the
reporting requirements under title V of the National Security Act of
1947 (50 U.S.C. 3091 et seq.) or any authorized intelligence activities
of the United States.
SEC. 1225. NOTIFICATION RELATING TO ARMS TRAFFICKING BY IRAN.
(a) Congressional Notification.--
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(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 30 days
after any identified transfer of weapons, ammunition, or
component parts by the Islamic Republic of Iran to a terrorist
proxy group or state actor outside the territory of Iran, the
Secretary of Defense shall provide the congressional defense
committees with the notification described in paragraph (2).
(2) Notification described.--The notification described in
this paragraph is a notification that includes the following:
(A) An identification of--
(i) the type and quantity of weapons,
ammunition, or component parts transferred by the
Islamic Republic of Iran to a terrorist proxy
group or state actor outside the territory of
Iran;
(ii) the intended destination and recipient of
such transfer; and
(iii) the mode of transportation of such
transfer.
(B) The status of such transfer at the time of the
notification.
(C) A description of actions taken or planned to be
taken by the United States Armed Forces or the military
forces of partner countries to expose, deter, disrupt,
or interdict such transfer, and the authorities under
which such actions may be taken.
(b) Weapons, Ammunition, or Component Parts Defined.--The term
``weapons, ammunition, or component parts'' means--
(1) conventional arms, such as firearms, artillery, and
armored vehicles;
(2) missiles, rockets, unmanned aerial systems, and other
explosive ordnance;
(3) military aircraft;
(4) naval vessels and equipment related to such vessels;
(5) chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear weapons
and the delivery systems of such weapons; and
(6) the component parts of any item described in any of
paragraphs (1) through (5).
(c) Termination.--This section shall cease to have effect on the
date that is three years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 1226. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> ASSESSMENT AND PLAN WITH RESPECT
TO EQUIPMENT PROVIDED TO KURDISH
PESHMERGA FORCES.
(a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, and every 120 days thereafter, the Secretary of
Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees--
(1) <<NOTE: Reports.>> a report that assesses whether
equipment provided under section 1236 of the Carl Levin and
Howard P. ``Buck'' McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113-291; 128 Stat. 3558) and
designated for Kurdish Peshmerga forces is being provided in a
timely manner; and
(2) a plan for resolving any delay of such equipment
intended for Kurdish Peshmerga forces.
(b) Notification Relating to Plan of Action.--Not later than 120
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and every 120 days
thereafter until the plan of action required by section 1266 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
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Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is developed and
implemented, the Secretary of Defense shall notify the congressional
defense committees of the reasons for the delay in developing and
implementing the plan.
(c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in the section may be construed
as overturning or otherwise impeding United States policies toward Iraq.
(d) Termination.--Subsection (a) shall cease to have effect
beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of
this Act.
SEC. 1227. <<NOTE: Time periods.>> EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY FOR
REIMBURSEMENT OF CERTAIN COALITION
NATIONS FOR SUPPORT PROVIDED TO UNITED
STATES MILITARY OPERATIONS.
(a) Extension.--Subsection (a) of section 1233 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110-181; 122
Stat. 393) is amended in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking
``beginning on October 1, 2023, and ending on December 31, 2024, for
overseas contingency operations'' and inserting ``beginning on October
1, 2024, and ending on December 31, 2025''.
(b) Modification to Limitations.--Subsection (d)(1) of such section
is amended by striking ``beginning on October 1, 2023, and ending on
December 31, 2024, may not exceed $15,000,000'' and inserting
``beginning on October 1, 2024, and ending on December 31, 2025, may not
exceed $75,000,000''.
SEC. 1228. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF SECURITY BRIEFINGS ON
AFGHANISTAN.
Section 1092 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 1934) is amended--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadlines. Time period. Termination date.>> in
subsection (a), by striking ``Not later than January 15, 2022,
and every 90 days thereafter through December 31, 2025,'' and
inserting ``Not later than January 15, 2025, and every 120 days
thereafter through December 31, 2026,''; and
(2) in subsection (b)--
(A) by redesignating paragraph (11) as paragraph
(12); and
(B) by inserting after paragraph (10) the following
new paragraph:
``(11) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> The extent to which the
Department of Defense is tracking and monitoring the equipment
the Taliban recovered from the Afghan National Security Forces,
an assessment of how such equipment being used by the Taliban,
and the operational readiness of such equipment.''.
SEC. 1229. NOTIFICATIONS REGARDING TERRORIST GROUPS IN
AFGHANISTAN.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Assessments.>> In General.--Not later than 30
days after the Secretary of Defense identifies any new training facility
in Afghanistan that is operated or staffed by al-Qaeda, ISIS Khorasan,
or any other United States-designated terrorist organization, or at
which members of any such terrorist organization receive training, the
Secretary shall provide the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and the House of Representatives with a notification that includes the
following:
(1) A description of the location of the training facility.
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(2) An identification of the one or more terrorist groups
operating, staffing, or being trained at the facility.
(3) An assessment of the purpose of the facility.
(4) An assessment as to whether the Taliban has provided any
support to the facility, or whether the Taliban is taking action
to close the facility consistent with its obligations under the
February 29, 2020, United States-Taliban agreement.
(5) An assessment as to whether there is a risk that the
facility is being used to plan or train for a terrorist attack
outside Afghanistan.
(b) Form.--Each notification required by subsection (a) shall be
submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex.
(c) Sunset.--The notification requirement under subsection (a) shall
terminate on the date that is two years after the date of the enactment
of this Act.
SEC. 1230. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO SUPPORT OPERATIONS AND
ACTIVITIES OF THE OFFICE OF SECURITY
COOPERATION IN IRAQ.
(a) Limitation on Amount.--Subsection (c) of section 1215 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (10 U.S.C. 113
note) is amended by striking ``fiscal year 2024'' and inserting ``fiscal
year 2025''.
(b) Source of Funds.--Subsection (d) of such section is amended by
striking ``fiscal year 2024'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2025''.
SEC. 1231. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE
ASSISTANCE TO COUNTER THE ISLAMIC STATE
OF IRAQ AND SYRIA.
(a) In General.--Subsection (a) of section 1236 of the Carl Levin
and Howard P. ``Buck'' McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113-291; 128 Stat. 3559) is amended in the
matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking ``December 31, 2024'' and
inserting ``December 31, 2025''.
(b) Funding.--Subsection (g) of such section is amended by striking
``fiscal year 2024, there are authorized to be appropriated
$241,950,000'' and inserting ``fiscal year 2025, there are authorized to
be appropriated $380,758,349.''.
(c) Waiver Authority.--Subsection (o)(6) of such section is amended
by striking ``December 31, 2024'' and inserting ``December 31, 2025''.
SEC. 1232. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO VETTED
SYRIAN GROUPS AND INDIVIDUALS.
Section 1209 of the Carl Levin and Howard P. ``Buck'' McKeon
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113-
291; 128 Stat. 3559) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph
(1), by striking ``December 31, 2024'' and inserting ``December
31, 2025''; and
(2) in subsection (l)(3)(E), by striking ``December 31,
2024'' and inserting ``December 31, 2025''.
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SEC. 1233. <<NOTE: Syria.>> STATEMENT OF POLICY ON RECOGNITION OF
THE ASSAD REGIME.
It is the policy of the United States not to recognize or normalize
relations with any government of Syria that is led by Bashar al-Assad
due to the Assad regime's ongoing crimes against the Syrian people.
TITLE XIII--OTHER MATTERS RELATING TO FOREIGN NATIONS
Subtitle A--Matters Relating to Europe and Russia
Sec. 1301. Modifications to North Atlantic Treaty Organization Special
Operations Headquarters.
Sec. 1302. Extension and modification of training for Eastern European
national security forces in the course of multilateral
exercises.
Sec. 1303. Extension of prohibition on availability of funds relating to
sovereignty of the Russian Federation over internationally
recognized territory of Ukraine.
Sec. 1304. Prohibition on New START Treaty information sharing.
Subtitle B--Matters Relating to the Indo-Pacific Region
Sec. 1311. Sense of Congress on defense alliances and partnerships in
the Indo-Pacific region.
Sec. 1312. Modification of Indo-Pacific Maritime Security Initiative.
Sec. 1313. Extension and modification of Pacific Deterrence Initiative.
Sec. 1314. Indo-Pacific extended deterrence education pilot program.
Subtitle C--Matters Relating to Taiwan
Sec. 1321. Modification of reporting requirement for transfer of defense
articles and defense services to Taiwan.
Sec. 1322. Establishment of program between the United States and Taiwan
for military trauma care.
Sec. 1323. Taiwan security cooperation initiative.
Sec. 1324. Sense of Congress regarding invitation to Taiwan to Rim of
the Pacific exercise.
Subtitle D--Coordinating AUKUS Engagement With Japan
Sec. 1331. Definitions.
Sec. 1332. Sense of Congress.
Sec. 1333. Engagement with Japan on AUKUS Pillar Two Cooperation.
Sec. 1334. Assessment of Potential for Cooperation with Japan on AUKUS
Pillar Two.
Subtitle E--Matters Relating to East Asia
Sec. 1341. Extension and modification of authority to transfer funds for
Bien Hoa dioxin cleanup.
Sec. 1342. Modification of cooperative program with Vietnam to account
for Vietnamese personnel missing in action.
Sec. 1343. Plan for establishment of a joint force headquarters in
Japan.
Sec. 1344. Plan for Department of Defense activities to strengthen
United States extended deterrence commitments to the Republic
of Korea.
Sec. 1345. Plan and annual report relating to trilateral defense
cooperation with Japan and the Republic of Korea.
Sec. 1346. Modification of public reporting of Chinese military
companies operating in the United States.
Sec. 1347. Strategy to address malign activities by the People's
Liberation Army.
Subtitle A--Matters Relating to Europe and Russia
SEC. 1301. MODIFICATIONS TO NORTH ATLANTIC TREATY ORGANIZATION
SPECIAL OPERATIONS HEADQUARTERS.
(a) In General.--Section 2350r of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
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(1) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 2350a.>> in the section heading,
by striking ``Special Operations Headquarters'' and inserting
``Allied Special Operations Forces Command'';
(2) in subsection (a), by striking ``$50,000,000'' and
inserting ``$55,000,000''; and
(3) in subsection (b), in the matter preceding paragraph
(1), by striking ``Special Operations Headquarters'' and
inserting ``Allied Special Operations Forces Command''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 2350r note.>> References.--Any reference to the
North Atlantic Treaty Organization Special Operations Headquarters or
NATO Special Operations Headquarters in any law, regulation, map,
document, record, or other paper of the United States shall be deemed to
be a reference to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Allied Special
Operations Forces Command.
SEC. 1302. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF TRAINING FOR EASTERN
EUROPEAN NATIONAL SECURITY FORCES IN THE
COURSE OF MULTILATERAL EXERCISES.
Section 1251 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2016 (10 U.S.C. 333 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (c)(1), by adding at the end the following
new subparagraph:
``(D) The Republic of Cyprus.''; and
(2) in subsection (h), by striking ``December 31, 2026''
each place it appears and inserting ``December 31, 2027''.
SEC. 1303. EXTENSION OF PROHIBITION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
RELATING TO SOVEREIGNTY OF THE RUSSIAN
FEDERATION OVER INTERNATIONALLY
RECOGNIZED TERRITORY OF UKRAINE.
Section 1245(a) of the James M. Inhofe National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-236; 136 Stat.
2847) is amended by striking ``or 2024'' and inserting ``, 2024, or
2025''.
SEC. 1304. PROHIBITION ON NEW START TREATY INFORMATION SHARING.
(a) Prohibition.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by
this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2025 for the
Department of Defense may be used to provide the Russian Federation with
notifications, biannual data exchange, inspection activities, or
telemetric activities as required by the New START Treaty.
(b) <<NOTE: Certification.>> Waiver.--The Secretary of Defense,
with concurrence from the Secretary of State, may waive the prohibition
in subsection (a) on a case-by-case basis if the Secretary of Defense
certifies to the appropriate congressional committees in writing, that--
(1) it is in the national security interest of the United
States to unilaterally provide notifications, biannual data
exchange, inspection activities, or telemetric information to
the Russian Federation; or
(2) the Russian Federation is providing similar information
to the United States as required by the New START Treaty.
(c) Definitions.--In this section--
(1) the term ``appropriate congressional committees''
means--
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(A) the Committee on Armed Services and the
Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of
Representatives; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services and the
Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; and
(2) the term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between
the United States of America and the Russian Federation on
Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic
Offensive Arms, signed at Prague April 8, 2010, and entered into
force February 5, 2011.
Subtitle B--Matters Relating to the Indo-Pacific Region
SEC. 1311. SENSE OF CONGRESS ON DEFENSE ALLIANCES AND PARTNERSHIPS
IN THE INDO-PACIFIC REGION.
It is the sense of Congress that the Secretary of Defense should
continue efforts that strengthen United States defense alliances and
partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region so as to further the comparative
advantage of the United States in strategic competition with the
People's Republic of China, including by--
(1) enhancing cooperation with Japan, consistent with the
Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security Between the United
States of America and Japan, signed at Washington, January 19,
1960, including by developing advanced military capabilities,
upgrading command and control relationships, fostering
interoperability across all domains, and improving sharing of
information and intelligence;
(2) reinforcing the United States alliance with the Republic
of Korea, including by maintaining the presence of approximately
28,500 members of the United States Armed Forces deployed to the
Republic of Korea, enhancing mutual defense base cooperation,
and affirming the United States extended deterrence commitment
using the full range of United States defense capabilities,
consistent with the Mutual Defense Treaty Between the United
States and the Republic of Korea, signed at Washington, October
1, 1953, in support of the shared objective of a peaceful and
stable Korean Peninsula;
(3) fostering bilateral and multilateral cooperation with
Australia, consistent with the Security Treaty Between
Australia, New Zealand, and the United States of America, signed
at San Francisco, September, 1951, and through the partnership
among Australia, the United Kingdom, and United States (commonly
known as ``AUKUS'')--
(A) to advance shared security objectives;
(B) to accelerate the fielding of advanced military
capabilities; and
(C) to build the capacity of emerging partners;
(4) advancing United States alliances with the Philippines
and Thailand and United States partnerships with other partners
in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations to enhance
maritime domain awareness, promote sovereignty and territorial
integrity, leverage technology and promote innovation, and
support an open, inclusive, and rules-based regional
architecture;
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(5) broadening United States engagement with India,
including through the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue--
(A) to advance the shared objective of a free and
open Indo-Pacific region through bilateral and
multilateral engagements and participation in military
exercises, expanded defense trade, and collaboration on
humanitarian aid and disaster response; and
(B) to enable greater cooperation on maritime
security;
(6) strengthening the United States partnership with Taiwan,
consistent with the Three Communiques, the Taiwan Relations Act
(Public Law 96-8; 22 U.S.C. 3301 et seq.), and the Six
Assurances, with the goal of improving Taiwan's defensive
capabilities and promoting peaceful cross-strait relations;
(7) reinforcing the status of the Republic of Singapore as a
Major Security Cooperation Partner of the United States and
continuing to strengthen defense and security cooperation
between the military forces of the Republic of Singapore and the
United States Armed Forces, including through participation in
combined exercises and training;
(8) engaging with the Federated States of Micronesia, the
Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Republic of Palau, and
other Pacific island countries, with the goal of strengthening
regional security and addressing issues of mutual concern,
including protecting fisheries from illegal, unreported, and
unregulated fishing;
(9) collaborating with Canada, the United Kingdom, France,
and other members of the European Union and the North Atlantic
Treaty Organization to build connectivity and advance a shared
vision for the region that is principled, long-term, and
anchored in democratic resilience; and
(10) investing in enhanced military posture and capabilities
in the area of responsibility of the United States Indo-Pacific
Command and strengthening cooperation in bilateral
relationships, multilateral partnerships, and other
international fora to uphold global security and shared
principles, with the goal of ensuring the maintenance of a free
and open Indo-Pacific region.
SEC. 1312. MODIFICATION OF INDO-PACIFIC MARITIME SECURITY
INITIATIVE.
Section 1263 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2016 (10 U.S.C. 333 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking subparagraphs (A) and
(B) and inserting the following:
``(A) to provide assistance to--
``(i) the national military or other security
forces of any such country that has among its
functional responsibilities a maritime security
mission; and
``(ii) any other national-level governmental
organization of such a country that has among its
functional responsibilities a maritime domain
awareness mission, for purposes of helping to
achieve the maritime domain awareness objectives
of such country if such assistance directly
contributes to the integration of a maritime
domain awareness activity with the national
military or other security forces described in
clause (i); and
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``(B) to provide training to--
``(i) ministry, agency, and headquarters-level
organizations for such forces; or
``(ii) other national-level governmental
organizations described in paragraph (A)(ii).'';
and
(2) in subsection (h)(1)(A), by inserting ``or national-
level governmental organization'' after ``unit or units''.
SEC. 1313. <<NOTE: Time periods.>> EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF
PACIFIC DETERRENCE INITIATIVE.
(a) In General.--Subsection (c) of section 1251 of the William M.
(Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021
(10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended--
(1) by striking ``the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2024'' and inserting ``the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025''; and
(2) by striking ``fiscal year 2024'' and inserting ``fiscal
year 2025''.
(b) Report.--Subsection (d)(1)(A) of such section is amended by
striking ``fiscal years 2025 and 2026'' and inserting ``fiscal years
2026 and 2027''.
(c) Plan Required.--Subsection (e) of such section is amended by
striking ``fiscal years 2025 and 2026'' and inserting ``fiscal years
2026 and 2027''.
SEC. 1314. <<NOTE: 10 USC 311 note.>> INDO-PACIFIC EXTENDED
DETERRENCE EDUCATION PILOT PROGRAM.
(a) Establishment.--The Secretary of Defense, using the authorities
provided in chapter 16 of title 10, United States Code, and other
applicable statutory authorities available to the Secretary, may
establish a pilot program, including an international defense personnel
exchange program, to support the education of covered personnel in--
(1) matters relating to nuclear deterrence, nuclear
strategy, and nuclear defense strategy; and
(2) any other matter the Secretary considers important to
strengthening extended nuclear deterrence of--
(A) threats to United States allies posed by major-
power competitors; and
(B) any other persistent nuclear threat identified
in the 2022 National Defense Strategy published pursuant
to section 113(g) of title 10, United States Code.
(b) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Institutional Partnership.--The Secretary
may enter into an agreement with an existing university-affiliated
research center or an institution of higher education with recognized
subject matter expertise in nuclear deterrence and related matters, and
demonstrated relevant experience, for the purpose of developing a
curriculum to reinforce extended deterrence through education of covered
personnel in deterrence, nuclear strategy, conventional-nuclear
integration, command and control, and related matters.
(c) Termination Date.--The authority of the Secretary to carry out
the pilot program under this section shall terminate on December 31,
2027.
(d) Covered Personnel Defined.--In this section, the term ``covered
personnel'' means--
(1) an employee of the Department of Foreign Affairs and
Trade, the Department of Defence, or equivalent component of the
Government of Australia;
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(2) an employee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the
Ministry of Defense, or equivalent component of the Government
of Japan;
(3) an employee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the
Ministry of National Defense, or equivalent component of the
Government of the Republic of Korea;
(4) a member of the military forces of Australia, Japan, or
the Republic of Korea; and
(5) any other official of the Government of Australia, the
Government of Japan, or the Government of the Republic of Korea
the Secretary considers important to the extended deterrence
relationship with the United States.
Subtitle C--Matters Relating to Taiwan
SEC. 1321. MODIFICATION OF REPORTING REQUIREMENT FOR TRANSFER OF
DEFENSE ARTICLES AND DEFENSE SERVICES TO
TAIWAN.
Paragraph (3) of section 1259A(b) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115-91; 131 Stat.
11685; 22 U.S.C. 3302 note) is amended to read as follows:
``(3) Form.--Each report required under paragraph (1) may be
submitted in classified form.''.
SEC. 1322. <<NOTE: 22 USC 3302 note.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF PROGRAM
BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND TAIWAN FOR
MILITARY TRAUMA CARE.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, may establish a joint program on military trauma
care with appropriate personnel of the military forces of Taiwan,
consistent with the Taiwan Relations Act (22 U.S.C. 3301 et seq.).
(b) Activities.--The program authorized by subsection (a) may
consist of the following activities between personnel of the United
States military health system and the medical personnel of Taiwan's
military forces related to general trauma care, amputation and amputee
care, post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injuries, and any
other mental health condition associated with post-traumatic stress
disorder or traumatic brain injuries:
(1) Dialogue on best practices for general trauma care, with
a focus on amputation and amputee care, including the following
elements of amputee care:
(A) Use of prosthetics.
(B) Wound care.
(C) Rehabilitative therapy.
(D) Family counseling.
(E) Mental health therapy.
(2) Training and support on trauma care, to include
amputation and amputee care.
(3) The conduct of relevant joint conferences and exchanges
with military medical professionals.
(4) Opportunities for personnel to attend classes on best
practices for trauma and amputee rehabilitation.
(5) Any other relevant military trauma care educational
activities that the Secretary of Defense and appropriate
officials from Taiwan's military forces determine appropriate.
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(c) Use of Authorities.--In carrying out the joint program
authorized by subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense may use the
authorities under chapter 16 of title 10, United States Code, and other
applicable statutory authorities available to the Secretary.
SEC. 1323. <<NOTE: 22 USC 3302 note.>> TAIWAN SECURITY
COOPERATION INITIATIVE.
(a) Authority to Provide Assistance.--
(1) In general.--Consistent with the Taiwan Relations Act
(22 U.S.C. 3301 et. seq.), the Secretary of Defense, with the
concurrence of the Secretary of State, may provide, for the
purpose described in paragraph (2), appropriate assistance as
defined in subsection (b) to--
(A) the military, central government security
forces, and central government security agencies of
Taiwan; and
(B) civilian central government entities of Taiwan
that have among their functional responsibilities the
support of military and central government security
forces.
(2) Purpose.--The purpose described in this paragraph is to
enable Taiwan to maintain sufficient self-defense capabilities,
including through one or more of the following:
(A) The capabilities of the military, central
government security forces, and central government
security agencies of Taiwan to defend against coercion
and aggression.
(B) The ability of the civilian central governmental
institutions of Taiwan to provide oversight and support,
ensure accountability of, or manage, such forces.
(b) Appropriate Assistance Defined.--
(1) For purposes of subparagraph (A) of subsection (a)(1),
the term ``appropriate assistance'' includes the following:
(A) Modifications to equipment provided by the
United States for exportability or technology security.
(B) Technology or services for effective end-use
monitoring.
(C) Intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance
capabilities or support.
(D) Anti-armor capabilities.
(E) Radars.
(F) Manned and unmanned aerial capabilities.
(G) Defensive cyber capabilities.
(H) Long-range precision fires.
(I) Integrated air and missile defense systems.
(J) Anti-ship missiles.
(K) Electronic warfare and counter-electronic
warfare capabilities or support.
(L) Secure communications equipment and other
electronic protection systems.
(M) Undersea warfare capabilities.
(N) Survivable swarming maritime assets.
(O) Integrated air and missile defense systems or
capabilities.
(P) Mine and counter-mine capabilities.
(Q) Littoral-zone and coastal defense vessels.
(R) Coastal defense capabilities.
(S) Transportation capabilities.
(T) Command and control capabilities.
(U) Munitions.
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(V) Training for critical operations and as required
to maintain or employ systems and capabilities specified
in subparagraphs (B) through (U).
(2) For purposes of subparagraph (B) of subsection (a)(1),
the term ``appropriate assistance'' includes the following:
(A) Modifications to equipment provided by the
United States for exportability or technology security.
(B) Technology or services for effective end-use
monitoring.
(C) Intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance
capabilities or support.
(D) Radars.
(E) Manned and unmanned aerial capabilities.
(F) Defensive cyber capabilities or support.
(G) Secure communications equipment and other
electronic protection systems.
(H) Transportation capabilities.
(I) Command and control capabilities.
(J) Training for critical operations and as required
to maintain or employ systems and capabilities specified
in subparagraphs (B) through (I).
(c) Construction of Authorization.--Nothing in this section may be
construed to constitute a specific statuary authorization for the
introduction of United States Armed Forces into hostilities or into
situations wherein hostilities are clearly indicated by the
circumstances.
(d) Funding.--Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated for
fiscal year 2025 for the Department of Defense, not more than
$300,000,000 may be made available for the purposes of subsection (a).
(e) Additional Authority for Use of United States Inventory.--The
Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State,
may, in such quantity as the Secretary of Defense determines appropriate
to achieve the purposes of subsection (a)(2)--
(1) make available to the military, central government
security forces, and central government security agencies of
Taiwan defense articles from the United States inventory and
defense services, and to recover or dispose of such defense
articles; or
(2) make available to the foreign military and national
security forces and ministries of defense (or security agencies
serving a similar defense function) of foreign partners defense
articles to replenish comparable stocks that such governments
have provided to the military, central government security
forces, and central government security agencies of Taiwan.
(f) Notification to Congress.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 15 days
before providing assistance or support under subsection (a)(1)
or (e), the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the appropriate
committees of Congress a notice containing a description of the
defense articles or defense services that will be provided.
(2) Assistance or support provided under subsection
(a) <<NOTE: Reports.>> .--A report under paragraph (1) with
respect to the provision of assistance or support under
subsection (a)(1) shall include the following:
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(A) An identification of the specific recipient of
the defense articles or defense services.
(B) Objectives of providing the defense articles or
defense services.
(C) <<NOTE: Cost.>> The cost of providing the
defense articles or defense services.
(D) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> The anticipated timeline
for delivery of the defense articles or defense
services.
(3) Assistance or support provided under subsection
(e) <<NOTE: Reports.>> .--A report under paragraph (1) with
respect to the provision of assistance or support under
subsection (e) shall include the following:
(A) An identification of the recipient foreign
country.
(B) A detailed description of the articles to be
provided, including the dollar value, origin, and
capabilities associated with the articles.
(C) A detailed description of the articles provided
to Taiwan to be replenished, including the dollar value,
origin, and capabilities associated with the articles.
(D) The impact on United States inventory and
readiness of transferring the articles.
(E) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of any
security, intellectual property, or end use monitoring
issues associated with transferring the articles.
(4) Appropriate committees of congress defined.--In this
subsection, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress''
means--
(A) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee
on Appropriations, and the Committee on Foreign
Relations of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee
on Appropriations, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs
of the House of Representatives.
(g) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be construed
as circumventing the applicable requirements of the Arms Export Control
Act (22 U.S.C. 2751 et seq.).
(h) Termination.--The authority provided by this section shall
terminate on December 31, 2029.
SEC. 1324. SENSE OF CONGRESS REGARDING INVITATION TO TAIWAN TO RIM
OF THE PACIFIC EXERCISE.
It is the sense of Congress that the naval forces of Taiwan may be
invited to participate in the Rim of the Pacific exercise, as
appropriate, conducted in 2025.
Subtitle D--Coordinating AUKUS Engagement With Japan
SEC. 1331. DEFINITIONS.
In this subtitle:
(1) The term ``appropriate congressional committees''
means--
(A) the Committee on Foreign Relations and the
Committee on Armed Services of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the
Committee on Armed Services of the House of
Representatives.
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(2) The term ``AUKUS official'' means a government official
with responsibilities related to the implementation of the AUKUS
partnership.
(3) The term ``AUKUS partnership'' has the meaning given
that term in section 1321 of the National Defense Authorization
Act of Fiscal Year 2024 (22 U.S.C. 10401).
(4) The term ``State AUKUS Coordinator'' means the senior
advisor at the Department of State designated under section
1331(a)(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (22 U.S.C. 10411(a)(1)).
(5) The term ``Defense AUKUS Coordinator'' means the senior
civilian official of the Department of Defense designated under
section 1332(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2024 (22 U.S.C. 10412(a)).
(6) The term ``Pillar Two'' has the meaning given that term
in section 1321(2)(B) of the National Defense Authorization Act
of Fiscal Year 2024 (22 U.S.C. 10401(2)(B)).
(7) The term ``United States Munitions List'' means the list
set forth in part 121 of title 22, Code of Federal Regulations
(or successor regulations).
SEC. 1332. SENSE OF CONGRESS.
It is the sense of Congress that--
(1) the United States should continue to strengthen
relationships and cooperation with allies in order to
effectively counter the People's Republic of China;
(2) the United States should capitalize on the technological
advancements allies have made in order to deliver more advanced
capabilities at speed and at scale to the United States military
and the militaries of partner countries;
(3) the historic announcement of the AUKUS partnership laid
out a vision for future defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific
among Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States;
(4) Pillar Two of the AUKUS partnership envisions
cooperation on advanced technologies, including hypersonic
capabilities, electronic warfare capabilities, cyber
capabilities, quantum technologies, undersea capabilities, and
space capabilities;
(5) trusted partners of the United States, the United
Kingdom, and Australia, such as Japan, could benefit from and
offer significant contributions to a range of projects related
to Pillar Two of the AUKUS partnership;
(6) Japan is a treaty ally of the United States and a
technologically advanced country with the world's third-largest
economy;
(7) in 2022, Australia signed a Reciprocal Access Agreement
with Japan to facilitate reciprocal access and cooperation
between the Self-Defense Forces of Japan and the Australian
Defence Force;
(8) in 2023, the United Kingdom signed a Reciprocal Access
Agreement with Japan to facilitate reciprocal access and
cooperation between the Self-Defense Forces of Japan and the
Armed Forces of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern
Ireland;
(9) in 2014, Japan relaxed its post-war constraints on the
export of non-lethal defense equipment, and in March 2024, Japan
further refined that policy to allow for the export of
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weapons to countries with which it has an agreement in place on
defense equipment and technology transfers;
(10) in 2013, Japan passed a secrecy law obligating
government officials to protect diplomatic and defense
information, and in February 2024, the Cabinet approved a bill
creating a new security clearance system covering economic
secrets; and
(11) in April 2024, the United States, Australia, and the
United Kingdom announced they would consider cooperating with
Japan on advanced capability projects under Pillar Two of the
AUKUS partnership.
SEC. 1333. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> ENGAGEMENT WITH JAPAN ON AUKUS
PILLAR TWO COOPERATION.
(a) Engagement Required.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the State AUKUS Coordinator and the
Defense AUKUS Coordinator shall jointly engage directly, at a
technical level, with the relevant stakeholders in the
Government of Japan--
(A) to better understand the export control,
technology security, and cyber security policies of
Japan and the effects of the reforms the Government of
Japan has made to those policies since 2014;
(B) <<NOTE: Determination.>> to determine
overlapping areas of interest and the potential for
cooperation with Australia, the United Kingdom, and the
United States on projects related to the AUKUS
partnership and other projects; and
(C) to identify areas in which the Government of
Japan might need to strengthen the export control,
technology security, and cyber security systems of Japan
in order to guard against export control violations,
cyber espionage, technology theft, or other related
issues in order to be a successful potential partner in
Pillar Two of the AUKUS partnership.
(2) Consultation with aukus officials.--In carrying out the
engagement required by paragraph (1), the State AUKUS
Coordinator and the Defense AUKUS Coordinator shall consult with
relevant AUKUS officials from the United Kingdom and Australia.
(b) Briefing Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the date of
the engagement required by subsection (a), the State AUKUS Coordinator
and the Defense AUKUS Coordinator shall jointly brief the appropriate
congressional committees on the following:
(1) The findings of that engagement.
(2) A strategy for follow-on engagement.
SEC. 1334. <<NOTE: Reports.>> ASSESSMENT OF POTENTIAL FOR
COOPERATION WITH JAPAN ON AUKUS PILLAR
TWO.
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Secretary of State, with the concurrence of the Secretary of
Defense, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a
report assessing the potential for cooperation with Japan on Pillar Two
of the AUKUS partnership, detailing the following:
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(1) Projects the Government of Japan is engaged in related
to the development of advanced defense capabilities under Pillar
Two of the AUKUS partnership.
(2) Areas of potential cooperation with Japan on advanced
defense capabilities within and outside the scope of Pillar Two
of the AUKUS partnership.
(3) The Secretaries' assessment of the current export
control, technology security, and cyber security systems of
Japan, including--
(A) the procedures under those systems for
protecting classified and sensitive defense,
technological, diplomatic, and economic information;
(B) the effectiveness of those systems in protecting
such information; and
(C) such other matters as the Secretaries consider
appropriate.
(4) Any reforms. regulations, and technical capabilities
that the Secretary of State considers necessary for Japan to
adopt before considering including Japan in the privileges
provided under Pillar Two of the AUKUS partnership.
(5) Any recommendations regarding the scope and conditions
of potential cooperation with Japan under Pillar Two of the
AUKUS partnership.
(6) A strategy and forum for communicating the potential
benefits of and requirements for engaging in projects related to
Pillar Two of the AUKUS partnership with the Government of
Japan.
(7) Any views provided by AUKUS officials from the United
Kingdom and Australia on issues relevant to the report, and a
plan for cooperation with such officials on future engagement
with the Government of Japan related to Pillar Two of the AUKUS
partnership.
Subtitle E--Matters Relating to East Asia
SEC. 1341. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO TRANSFER
FUNDS FOR BIEN HOA DIOXIN CLEANUP.
Section 1253(b) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat.
3955) is amended--
(1) by striking ``$15,000,000'' and inserting
``$30,000,000''; and
(2) by striking ``fiscal year 2024'' and inserting ``fiscal
year 2025''.
SEC. 1342. MODIFICATION OF COOPERATIVE PROGRAM WITH VIETNAM TO
ACCOUNT FOR VIETNAMESE PERSONNEL MISSING
IN ACTION.
Section 1245 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended--
(1) by striking the section heading and inserting ``vietnam
wartime accounting initiative.'';
(2) in subsection (a), by striking ``Vietnamese personnel
missing in action'' and inserting ``killed or missing Vietnamese
persons from the Vietnam War (referred to in this section as
`missing persons from the Vietnam War')'';
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(3) in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``verification,''
after ``digitization,'';
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking ``conduct archival
research, investigations, and excavations'' and
inserting ``manage archival information and personal
data''; and
(C) by amending paragraphs (3) and (4) to read as
follows:
``(3) Supporting activities to build the capacity of Vietnam
for locating, recovering, and conducting DNA analysis and
identification of missing persons from the Vietnam War.
``(4) Increasing exchanges, training, and dialogue among
veterans and families of missing persons from the Vietnam
War.'';
(4) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d);
(5) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new
subsection (c):
``(c) Designation of Lead Coordinating Office.--The Secretary shall
designate an office within the Department of Defense to serve as the
lead coordinating office for the program carried out under this
section.''; and
(6) in subsection (d), as redesignated, by striking
``October 1, 2026'' and inserting ``October 1, 2031''.
SEC. 1343. PLAN FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF A JOINT FORCE HEADQUARTERS IN
JAPAN.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Plan Required.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense
shall submit to the congressional defense committees a plan to
reconstitute U.S. Forces Japan as a joint force headquarters consistent
with the Joint Statement of the Security Consultative Committee released
on July 28, 2024.
(b) Elements.--The plan required by subsection (a) shall include a
description of each of the following:
(1) The operational chain of command of the joint force
headquarters as it relates to--
(A) United States Indo-Pacific Command and the
component commands of United States Indo-Pacific
Command;
(B) the standing joint force headquarters required
by section 1087 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-
263; 10 U.S.C. 161 note); and
(C) any United States military forces deployed to
Japan on a permanent, rotational, or temporary basis.
(2) The manning and resourcing required for the
establishment of such a joint force headquarters.
(3) The mission and operational authorities that will be
delegated to the joint force headquarters during peacetime,
crisis, and conflict.
(4) The relationship of the joint force headquarters with
the Japan Self-Defense Forces Joint Operations Command,
including coordination and decision-making mechanisms, necessary
to enable seamless integration of operations and capabilities
and allow for greater interoperability and planning between
United States forces and Japanese forces in peacetime and during
contingencies.
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(5) The infrastructure required to support the joint force
headquarters and milestones and timelines for the joint force
headquarters to achieve initial operational capability and full
operational capability.
(6) Such other matters as the Secretary of Defense considers
appropriate.
(c) Annual Report Required.--Not later than June 1, 2026, and
annually thereafter until the joint force headquarters to be established
reaches full operational capability, the Secretary of Defense shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a report providing an
update on progress toward achieving the milestones identified under
subsection (b)(5) and any other matters the Secretary determines to be
relevant.
SEC. 1344. PLAN FOR DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ACTIVITIES TO STRENGTHEN
UNITED STATES EXTENDED DETERRENCE
COMMITMENTS TO THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Plan.--Not later than March 1, 2025, the
Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a plan for Department of Defense activities to strengthen
United States extended deterrence commitments to the Republic of Korea
as identified in the December 16, 2023, Joint Press Statement on the
United States-Republic of Korea Nuclear Consultative Group.
(b) Elements.--The plan required by subsection (a) shall include the
following:
(1) A description of the resources, budget, and personnel
needed to strengthen United States extended deterrence
commitments to the Republic of Korea, including those related
to--
(A) nuclear consultation processes between the
United States and the Republic of Korea in crises and
contingencies;
(B) nuclear and strategic planning between the
United States and the Republic of Korea;
(C) United States-Republic of Korea conventional and
nuclear integration;
(D) security and information-sharing protocols;
(E) exercises, simulations, training, and other
investment activities; and
(F) risk-reduction practices.
(2) Any other matter the Secretary of Defense considers
relevant.
SEC. 1345. PLAN AND ANNUAL REPORT RELATING TO TRILATERAL DEFENSE
COOPERATION WITH JAPAN AND THE REPUBLIC
OF KOREA.
(a) Plan.--
(1) In general.--Not later than March 1, 2025, the Secretary
of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, shall
submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a plan to
advance trilateral defense cooperation among the United States,
Japan, and the Republic of Korea.
(2) Elements.-- The plan required by paragraph (1) shall
include the following:
(A) A description of the resources necessary to
advance trilateral defense cooperation among the United
States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea, including with
respect to activities relating to--
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(i) trilateral communication mechanisms,
consultations, and senior leadership engagements;
(ii) ballistic missile defense, including
real-time information sharing;
(iii) trilateral exercises and other
activities under the multi-year trilateral
exercise plan agreed to by the United States,
Japan, and the Republic of Korea in August 2023;
(iv) the Trilateral Maritime Security
Cooperation Framework established by the United
States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea in August
2023;
(v) countering malicious cyber and
disinformation activities; and
(vi) disaster relief and humanitarian
assistance activities.
(B) An identification of challenges to improving
such trilateral defense cooperation with respect to the
activities described in subparagraph (A).
(C) Any other matter the Secretary of Defense
considers relevant.
(b) <<NOTE: Time period. Termination date.>> Annual Report.--Not
later than March 1, 2026 and annually thereafter through 2029, the
Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, shall
submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on trilateral
defense cooperation among the United States, Japan, and the Republic of
Korea that includes, with respect to the activities described in
subsection (a)(2)(A), a description of any such activities conducted
during the preceding year.
(c) Appropriate Committees of Congress Defined.--In this section,
the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Appropriations, and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the
Senate; and
(2) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Appropriations, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the
House of Representatives.
SEC. 1346. MODIFICATION OF PUBLIC REPORTING OF CHINESE MILITARY
COMPANIES OPERATING IN THE UNITED
STATES.
Section 1260H of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat.
3965; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended--
(1) <<NOTE: List.>> in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``an explanation
of any entities deleted from such list with respect to a
prior list'' and inserting ``a justification for adding
any entities to the list and for deleting any entities
from a prior list'';
(B) in paragraph (2)--
(i) by striking ``Concurrent with'' and
inserting the following:
``(A) In general.--Concurrent with''; and
(ii) by adding at the end the following:
``(B) Inclusion.--The publication required by
subparagraph (A) shall include, for each entity included
in the unclassified portion of such list, the
justification for inclusion in such list.'';
(C) in paragraph (3)--
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(i) in the paragraph heading, by striking
``ongoing'' and inserting ``annual''; and
(ii) by striking ``on an ongoing basis'' and
inserting ``not less frequently than annually'';
and
(D) by adding at the end the following:
``(4) Language requirement.--The Secretary shall prepare the
list required by paragraph (1) in English and in Mandarin
Chinese. If the name of a Chinese military company included on
the list is referred to by the Government of China in a language
other than English or Mandarin Chinese, the Secretary shall also
include on the list the name of that company in that
language.'';
(2) in subsection (d)--
(A) by redesignating paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) as
paragraphs (2), (3), and (5), respectively;
(B) by inserting before paragraph (2), as so
redesignated, the following:
``(1) <<NOTE: Definition.>> Affiliated with.--The term
`affiliated with' means in close formal or informal
association.'';
(C) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated--
(i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``and''
at the end;
(ii) in subparagraph (B)--
(I) in clause (i), by amending
subclause (I) to read as follows:
``(I) directly or indirectly owned by,
controlled by, or beneficially owned by,
affiliated with, or in an official or unofficial
capacity acting as an agent of or on behalf of,
the People's Liberation Army, Chinese military and
paramilitary elements, security forces, police,
law enforcement, border control, the People's
Armed Police, the Ministry of State Security
(MSS), or any other organization subordinate to
the Central Military Commission of the Chinese
Communist Party, the Chinese Ministry of Industry
and Information Technology (MIIT), the State-Owned
Assets Supervision and Administration Commission
of the State Council (SASAC), or the State
Administration of Science, Technology, and
Industry for National Defense (SASTIND); or''; and
(II) in clause (ii), by striking the
period at the end and inserting ``;
and''; and
(iii) by adding at the end the following:
``(C) includes a wholly-owned or wholly-controlled
subsidiary or wholly-owned or wholly-controlled
affiliate of such an entity or any entity that owns in
the aggregate, directly or indirectly, 50 percent or
more of any entity or entities described in subparagraph
(B).'';
(D) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated--
(i) by amending subparagraphs (A) and (B) to
read as follows:
``(A) Entities knowingly receiving assistance from
the Government of China or the Chinese Communist Party
through science, technology, research, and industrial
efforts initiated, granted, or created by, or provided
under, or
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related to, the Chinese military industrial planning
apparatus, or in furtherance of Chinese military
industrial planning objectives, including selection or
designation as a `Single Champion', `Little Giant', or
any other successor selection or designation as an
enterprise associated with industrial planning or
military-civil fusion efforts.
``(B) Entities managed, overseen, or supervised by,
otherwise under the control of, or affiliated with
(including by means of formal participation in research
partnerships and projects)--
``(i) the Chinese Ministry of Industry and
Information Technology (MIIT);
``(ii) the State-Owned Assets Supervision and
Administration Commission of the State Council
(SASAC);
``(iii) the State Administration of Science,
Technology and Industry for National Defense
(SASTIND);
``(iv) the Ministry of State Security (MSS);
or
``(v) the People's Liberation Army.''; and
(ii) in subparagraph (F), by striking ``such
as'' and inserting ``including'';
(E) by inserting after paragraph (3), as so
redesignated, the following:
``(4) Operating directly or indirectly in the united states
or any of its territories and
possessions. <<NOTE: Definition.>> --With respect to an entity,
the term `operating directly or indirectly in the United States
or any of its territories and possessions' includes an entity
selling goods in, or receiving goods or services from, the
United States or any of its territories or possessions,
regardless of whether the entity has a physical presence in the
United States.''; and
(F) in paragraph (5), as so redesignated--
(i) by inserting ``or intelligence'' after
``security''; and
(ii) by adding at the end before the period
the following; ``, including other Chinese
military and paramilitary elements, security
forces, police, law enforcement, border control,
and the Ministry of State Security'';
(3) by redesignating subsection (d), as so amended, as
subsection (g); and
(4) by inserting after subsection (c) the following:
``(d) Defense Industrial Base Report.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Time period. Termination date.>> In
general.--Not later than December 31, 2026, and biennially
thereafter through December 31, 2031, the Secretary shall submit
to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives a report on the status of Department of
Defense procurement restrictions on entities included in the
list described in subsection (b)(1).
``(2) Elements.--Each report required by paragraph (1) shall
include the following:
``(A) <<NOTE: List.>> A list of each entity
included in the list described in subsection (b)(1) that
is likely present in the United States defense
industrial base.
``(B) <<NOTE: Data.>> Available unclassified data
on any such entity and its presence within the United
States defense industrial base.
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``(C) A description of any update to policies or
procedures implemented to enforce procurement
restrictions on entities included in the list described
in subsection (b)(1).
``(e) Procedures for Implementation.--The Secretary of Defense shall
establish such reasonable procedures as are necessary to implement the
provisions of this section, including for obtaining information from
outside entities relevant to the list described in subsection (b)(1) and
procedures for removal of entities from the list described in subsection
(b)(1).
``(f) Judicial Review.-- In any judicial review of a determination
made under this section, if the determination was based on classified
information (as defined in section 1(a) of the Classified Information
Procedures Act) such information may be submitted to the reviewing court
ex parte and in camera. This subsection does not confer or imply any
right to judicial review.''.
SEC. 1347. <<NOTE: China. 10 USC note prec. 421.>> STRATEGY TO
ADDRESS MALIGN ACTIVITIES BY THE
PEOPLE'S LIBERATION ARMY.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 270 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a transregional, multi-
functional, and multi-domain strategy to coordinate activities among
combatant commands for identifying and, if necessary and appropriate,
addressing malign activities by the People's Liberation Army of the
People's Republic of China.
(b) <<NOTE: Designation.>> Combatant Command Liaisons.--
Concurrently with the submission of the strategy required by subsection
(a), the Secretary shall designate, within each combatant command (other
than the United States Indo-Pacific Command), an official liaison for
coordinated transregional, multi-functional, and multi-domain efforts to
address malign activities by the People's Liberation Army.
TITLE XIV--OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS
Subtitle A--Military Programs
Sec. 1401. Working capital funds.
Sec. 1402. Chemical agents and munitions destruction, defense.
Sec. 1403. Drug interdiction and counter-drug activities, defense-wide.
Sec. 1404. Defense Inspector General.
Sec. 1405. Defense Health Program.
Subtitle B--National Defense Stockpile
Sec. 1411. Restoring the National Defense Stockpile.
Sec. 1412. Consultations with respect to environmental reviews of
projects that will increase availability of strategic and
critical materials for acquisition for National Defense
Stockpile.
Subtitle C--Other Matters
Sec. 1421. Extension of authorities for funding and management of Joint
Department of Defense-Department of Veterans Affairs Medical
Facility Demonstration Fund for Captain James A. Lovell
Health Care Center, Illinois.
Sec. 1422. Eligibility of Space Force officers for membership on Armed
Forces Retirement Home Advisory Council.
Sec. 1423. Armed Forces Retirement Home: availability of licensed
practitioners.
Sec. 1424. Authorization of appropriations for Armed Forces Retirement
Home.
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Subtitle A--Military Programs
SEC. 1401. WORKING CAPITAL FUNDS.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025
for the use of the Armed Forces and other activities and agencies of the
Department of Defense for providing capital for working capital and
revolving funds, as specified in the funding table in section 4501.
SEC. 1402. CHEMICAL AGENTS AND MUNITIONS DESTRUCTION, DEFENSE.
(a) Authorization of Appropriations.--Funds are hereby authorized to
be appropriated for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2025 for
expenses, not otherwise provided for, for Chemical Agents and Munitions
Destruction, Defense, as specified in the funding table in section 4501.
(b) Use.--Amounts authorized to be appropriated under subsection (a)
are authorized for the destruction of lethal chemical agents and
munitions in accordance with section 1412 of the Department of Defense
Authorization Act, 1986 (50 U.S.C. 1521).
SEC. 1403. DRUG INTERDICTION AND COUNTER-DRUG ACTIVITIES, DEFENSE-
WIDE.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for the Department of
Defense for fiscal year 2025 for expenses, not otherwise provided for,
for Drug Interdiction and Counter-Drug Activities, Defense-wide, as
specified in the funding table in section 4501.
SEC. 1404. DEFENSE INSPECTOR GENERAL.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for the Department of
Defense for fiscal year 2025 for expenses, not otherwise provided for,
for the Office of the Inspector General of the Department of Defense, as
specified in the funding table in section 4501.
SEC. 1405. DEFENSE HEALTH PROGRAM.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025
for the Defense Health Program for use of the Armed Forces and other
activities and agencies of the Department of Defense for providing for
the health of eligible beneficiaries, as specified in the funding table
in section 4501.
Subtitle B--National Defense Stockpile
SEC. 1411. RESTORING THE NATIONAL DEFENSE STOCKPILE.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Plan to Fully Fund Existing National
Defense Stockpile Requirements.--Not later than April 15, 2025, the
Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a plan that includes the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> An identification of the
strategic and critical materials for which there is a shortfall
in the National Defense Stockpile, as determined by the
Secretary, and the estimated cost of resolving such shortfalls.
(2) A plan for resolving the shortfalls identified under
paragraph (1) and to avoid any future shortfall in the National
Defense Stockpile--
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(A) with respect to the military and industrial
needs of the United States during a national emergency,
not later than December 31, 2027; and
(B) with respect to the essential civilian needs of
the United States during a national emergency, not later
than December 31, 2029.
(3) <<NOTE: Time period.>> A description of the additional
funds that would be necessary to resolve the shortfalls
identified under paragraph (1) if the National Defense Stockpile
was required to meet the national defense needs of the United
States for a period of--
(A) not less than two years during a national
emergency; and
(B) not less than three years during a national
emergency.
(b) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``national emergency'' has the meaning given
such term under section 12 of the Strategic and Critical
Materials Stock Piling Act (50 U.S.C. 98h-3).
(2) The term ``strategic and critical materials'' means
materials determined pursuant to section 3(a) of the Strategic
and Critical Materials Stock Piling Act (50 U.S.C. 98b(a)) to be
strategic and critical materials.
SEC. 1412. <<NOTE: 50 USC 98b note.>> CONSULTATIONS WITH RESPECT
TO ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEWS OF PROJECTS
THAT WILL INCREASE AVAILABILITY OF
STRATEGIC AND CRITICAL MATERIALS FOR
ACQUISITION FOR NATIONAL DEFENSE
STOCKPILE.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense shall consult with the
head of any agency responsible for the development of an environmental
document for a project that will result in an increase in the
availability of strategic and critical materials for acquisition for the
Stockpile.
(b) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Agency.--The term ``agency'' has the meaning given such
term in section 551 of title 5, United States Code.
(2) Environmental document.--The term ``environmental
document'' has the meaning given that term in section 111 of the
National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4336e).
(3) Stockpile.--The term ``Stockpile'' means the National
Defense Stockpile established under section 3 of the Strategic
and Critical Materials Stock Piling Act (50 U.S.C. 98b).
(4) Strategic and critical materials.--The term ``strategic
and critical materials'' means materials, including rare earth
elements, that are necessary to meet national defense and
national security requirements, including requirements relating
to supply chain resiliency, and for the economic security of the
United States.
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Subtitle C--Other Matters
SEC. 1421. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITIES FOR FUNDING AND MANAGEMENT OF
JOINT DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE-DEPARTMENT
OF VETERANS AFFAIRS MEDICAL FACILITY
DEMONSTRATION FUND FOR CAPTAIN JAMES A.
LOVELL HEALTH CARE CENTER, ILLINOIS.
(a) In General.--Section 1704(e) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111-84; 123 Stat.
2573), as most recently amended by section 305 of division B of the
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 (Public Law 118-83,
138 Stat. 1539), is amended by striking ``September 30, 2025'' and
inserting ``September 30, 2026''.
(b) Authority for Transfer of Funds.--Of the funds authorized to be
appropriated for section 1405 and available for the Defense Health
Program for operation and maintenance, $162,500,000 may be transferred
by the Secretary of Defense to the Joint Department of Defense-
Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Facility Demonstration Fund
established by subsection (a)(1) of section 1704 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111-84; 123 Stat.
2571). For purposes of subsection (a)(2) of such section 1704, any funds
so transferred shall be treated as amounts authorized and appropriated
specifically for the purpose of such a transfer.
(c) Use of Transferred Funds.--For the purposes of subsection (b) of
such section 1704, facility operations for which funds transferred under
subsection (b) of this section may be used are operations of the Captain
James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center, consisting of the North
Chicago Veterans Affairs Medical Center, the Navy Ambulatory Care
Center, and supporting facilities designated as a combined Federal
medical facility under an operational agreement covered by section 706
of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2009 (Public Law 110-417; 122 Stat. 4500).
SEC. 1422. ELIGIBILITY OF SPACE FORCE OFFICERS FOR MEMBERSHIP ON
ARMED FORCES RETIREMENT HOME ADVISORY
COUNCIL.
(a) Space Force Chief Personnel Officer.--Section 1502(5) of the
Armed Forces Retirement Home Act of 1991 (24 U.S.C. 401(5)) is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (D), by striking ``and'' at the end;
(2) in subparagraph (E), by striking the period at the end
and inserting ``; and''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
``(F) the Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Human
Capital of the Space Force.''.
(b) Space Force Senior Noncommissioned Officer.--Section 1502(6) of
such Act (24 U.S.C. 401(6)) is amended by adding at the end the
following new subparagraph:
``(F) The Chief Master Sergeant of the Space
Force.''.
SEC. 1423. ARMED FORCES RETIREMENT HOME: AVAILABILITY OF LICENSED
PRACTITIONERS.
Subsection (c) of section 1513 of the Armed Forces Retirement Home
Act of 1991 (24 U.S.C. 413) is amended to read as follows:
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``(c) Availability of Licensed Practitioners.--(1) In providing for
the health care needs of residents at a facility of the Retirement Home
under subsection (b), the Retirement Home shall have appropriate
licensed practitioners, as determined under paragraph (2), available
during the daily business hours of the facility and on an on-call basis
at other times.
``(2) In accordance with accrediting organization standards pursuant
to section 1511(g), the Chief Operating Officer, in consultation with
the Medical Director, shall ensure that the skills, experience, and
availability of the practitioners are suited to residents of the
facility.''.
SEC. 1424. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS FOR ARMED FORCES
RETIREMENT HOME.
There is hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025
from the Armed Forces Retirement Home Trust Fund the sum of $100,520,000
for the operation of the Armed Forces Retirement Home.
TITLE XV--CYBERSPACE-RELATED MATTERS
Subtitle A--Cyber Operations
Sec. 1501. Modification of prohibition on purchase of cyber data
products or services other than through the program
management office for Department of Defense-wide procurement
of cyber data products and services.
Sec. 1502. Department of Defense Information Network subordinate unified
command.
Sec. 1503. Establishment of the Department of Defense Hackathon program.
Sec. 1504. Support for cyber threat tabletop exercise program with the
defense industrial base.
Sec. 1505. Accounting of cloud computing capabilities of the Department
of Defense.
Subtitle B--Cybersecurity
Sec. 1511. Termination of reporting requirement for cross domain
incidents and exemptions to policies for information
technology.
Sec. 1512. Information technology programs of the National Background
Investigation Service.
Sec. 1513. Guidance for application of zero trust strategy to Internet
of Things hardware used in military operations.
Sec. 1514. Management and cybersecurity of multi-cloud environments.
Sec. 1515. Protective measures for mobile devices within the Department
of Defense.
Subtitle C--Information Technology and Data Management
Sec. 1521. Usability of antiquated and proprietary data formats for
modern operations.
Sec. 1522. Modernization of the Department of Defense's Authorization to
Operate processes.
Sec. 1523. Update of biometric policy of Department of Defense.
Subtitle D--Artificial Intelligence
Sec. 1531. Artificial Intelligence Human Factors Integration Initiative.
Sec. 1532. Advanced computing infrastructure to enable advanced
artificial intelligence capabilities.
Sec. 1533. Cost budgeting for artificial intelligence data.
Sec. 1534. Evaluation of Federated Artificial Intelligence-Enabled
Weapon Systems Center of Excellence.
Subtitle E--Reports and Other Matters
Sec. 1541. Oversight and reporting on the Mission Partner Environment
and associated activities within the Department of Defense.
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Sec. 1542. Extension of certification requirement regarding contracting
for military recruiting.
Sec. 1543. Prohibition on disestablishment or merger of officer career
paths within the Cyber Branch of the United States Army.
Sec. 1544. Independent assessment of cyber organizational models.
Sec. 1545. Limitation on availability of funds for the Joint Cyber
Warfighting Architecture.
Sec. 1546. Risk framework for foreign mobile applications of concern.
Sec. 1547. Joint partner-sharing network capabilities for Middle East
defense integration.
Subtitle A--Cyber Operations
SEC. 1501. MODIFICATION OF PROHIBITION ON PURCHASE OF CYBER DATA
PRODUCTS OR SERVICES OTHER THAN THROUGH
THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICE FOR
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE-WIDE PROCUREMENT
OF CYBER DATA PRODUCTS AND SERVICES.
Section 1521(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 10 U.S.C. 2224 note) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``; or'' and inserting a
semicolon;
(2) in paragraph (2), by striking the period at the end and
inserting ``; or''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(3) such component submits to such office a justification
for such component to independently procure such product or
service that such component determines as demonstrating--
``(A) the compelling need for such product or
service; and
``(B) either the urgency for such product or service
or the need to ensure competition in the market for such
product or service supports such independent procurement
by such component.''.
SEC. 1502. <<NOTE: 10 USC 167b note.>> DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
INFORMATION NETWORK SUBORDINATE UNIFIED
COMMAND.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Designation.>> In General.--Not later than
120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall designate the Joint Force Headquarters-Department of
Defense Information Network as a subordinate unified command under the
United States Cyber Command.
(b) Designation Notice.--On the date on which the Secretary of
Defense makes the designation required by subsection (a), the Secretary
shall issue to the Secretary of each military department (as defined in
section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code), the Chairman of the
Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Under Secretaries of the Department of
Defense, the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, the General Counsel of
the Department of Defense, the Director of Cost Assessment and Program
Evaluation, the Inspector General of the Department of Defense, the
Director of Operational Test and Evaluation, the Chief Information
Officer of the Department of Defense, the Assistant Secretary of Defense
for Legislative Affairs, the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special
Operations and Low Intensity Conflict, the Chief Digital and Artificial
Intelligence Officer of the Department of Defense, the commander of each
combatant command, and the head of each Defense Agency and Department of
Defense Field Activity (as such terms are
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defined, respectively, in section 101(a) of title 10, United States
Code) a notice regarding--
(1) the designation of the Joint Force Headquarters-
Department of Defense Information Network as a subordinate
unified command under the United States Cyber Command; and
(2) the mission of the Joint Force Headquarters-Department
of Defense Information Network as the lead organization for the
network operations, security, and defense of the Department of
Defense Information Network.
SEC. 1503. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 391.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF THE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE HACKATHON PROGRAM.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Chief Digital and Artificial
Intelligence Officer of the Department of Defense, in coordination with
the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Chief Information
Officer of the Department of Defense, shall establish a program (to be
known as the ``Department of Defense Hackathon Program'') under which
the commanders of combatant commands and the Secretaries of the military
departments shall carry out not fewer than four Hackathons each year.
(b) Program Management.-- <<NOTE: Determination.>> The Chief Digital
and Artificial Intelligence Officer of the Department of Defense shall
develop and implement standards for carrying out Hackathons, provide
supporting technical infrastructure to the host of each Hackathon, and
determine the hosts each year under subsection (c)(1).
(c) Hosts.--
(1)(A) Each year, two commanders of combatant commands shall
each carry out a Hackathon and two Secretaries of military
departments shall each carry out a Hackathon, as determined by
the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer of the
Department of Defense in accordance with this subsection.
(B) The commanders of combatant commands and the Secretaries
of military departments carrying out Hackathons pursuant to
subparagraph (A) shall change each year.
(C) Each host of a Hackathon shall--
(i) provide to the participants invited to
participate in such Hackathon a per diem allowance in
accordance with section 5702 of title 5, United States
Code, or section 452 of title 37, United States Code, as
applicable; and
(ii) <<NOTE: Reports.>> not later than 60 days
after the completion of such Hackathon, make available
to the Department of Defense a report on such Hackathon.
(2) Any commander of a combatant command or Secretary of a
military department may carry out a Hackathon in addition to the
Hackathons required under paragraph (1).
(d) Hackathon Objectives.--
(1) The host of each Hackathon shall establish objectives
for the Hackathon that address a critical, technical challenge
of the combatant command or military department of the host, as
applicable, through the use of individuals with specialized and
relevant skills, including data scientists, developers, software
engineers, and other specialists as determined appropriate by
the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer of the
Department of Defense or the host.
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(2) In addition to the objectives established by the host of
a Hackathon under paragraph (1), the objectives for each
Hackathon shall include--
(A) fostering innovation across the Department of
Defense, including in military departments and the
combatant commands; and
(B) creating repeatable processes enabling the
commanders of combatant commands and the Secretaries of
the military departments to more rapidly identify and
develop solutions to critical, technical challenges
across the Department of Defense.
(e) Definitions.--In this section--
(1) the term ``Hackathon'' means an event carried out under
the Program at which employees across the Department of Defense
meet to collaboratively attempt to develop functional software
or hardware solutions during the event to solve a critical,
technical challenge determined by the host;
(2) the term ``host'', with respect to a Hackathon, means
the commander of the combatant command or the Secretary of the
military department carrying out the Hackathon;
(3) the term ``military department'' has the meaning given
such term in section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code; and
(4) the term ``Program'' means the program established under
subsection (a).
SEC. 1504. <<NOTE: 10 USC 394 note.>> SUPPORT FOR CYBER THREAT
TABLETOP EXERCISE PROGRAM WITH THE
DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL BASE.
(a) Development of Cyber Threat Tabletop Exercise Program.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.-- Not later than one
year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
of Defense, acting through the Assistant Secretary of Defense
for Cyber Policy, shall establish a program (to be known as the
``Cyber Threat Tabletop Exercise Program'') to prepare the
Department of Defense and the defense industrial base for cyber
attacks preceding or during times of conflict or wars through
the use of tabletop exercises.
(2) Participation.--
(A) <<NOTE: Consultation.>> In general.--In
carrying out the program, the Secretary of Defense,
acting through the Assistant Secretary of Defense for
Cyber Policy, shall consult and coordinate with the
following:
(i) The Chief Information Officer of the
Department of Defense.
(ii) The Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment.
(iii) The Commander of the United States Cyber
Command.
(iv) The Commander of the United States
Northern Command.
(v) The Commander of the Army Interagency
Training and Education Center.
(vi) The Director of the Defense Cyber Crime
Center.
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(vii) Such other individuals and entities as
the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber
Policy determines appropriate.
(B) Solicitation.--The Assistant Secretary of
Defense for Cyber Policy may solicit such individuals
and entities in the Department of Defense and the
defense industrial base as the Assistant Secretary
determines appropriate to participate in the program.
(3) Cyber threat tabletop exercise program.----
(A) In general.--The program shall consist of the
following:
(i) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period. Termination
date.>> A series of tabletop exercises that
simulate cyber attack scenarios affecting the
defense industrial base, which the Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy shall carry
out on a biannual basis beginning not later than
one year after the date of the enactment of this
Act until December 30, 2030, and in which the
Department of Defense and entities in the defense
industrial base shall participate.
(ii) A series of tabletop exercises for use by
individual entities or collections of entities in
the defense industrial base that simulate cyber
attack scenarios affecting the defense industrial
base and which are designed to test and improve
the responses and plans of such entities to such
scenarios.
(B) Tabletop exercise development.--
(i) <<NOTE: Update.>> In general.--The
Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy
shall develop and update the tabletop exercises
described in subparagraph (A).
(ii) Realistic attacks.--The Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy shall ensure
that the cyber attacks simulated by the tabletop
exercises described in subparagraph (A) are based
on the cyber attack capabilities and activities of
current and potential adversaries of the United
States.
(4) Procedures for identification of vulnerabilities and
lessons learned.-- <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Not later than one year
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy shall establish procedures
to--
(A) identify vulnerabilities in the cybersecurity of
the Department of Defense and the defense industrial
base pursuant to the tabletop exercises carried out
under the program; and
(B) identify other lessons learned that can improve
national security or the quality of such tabletop
exercises.
(b) <<NOTE: Time period. Termination date.>> Annual Report.--Not
later than September 30, 2025, and annually thereafter until the October
1, 2029, the Secretary of Defense, acting through the Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy, shall submit to the congressional
defense committees a report describing the activities of the Department
of Defense pursuant to this section during the preceding year.
(c) Program Defined.--In this section, the term ``program'' means
the program established under subsection (a).
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SEC. 1505. ACCOUNTING OF CLOUD COMPUTING CAPABILITIES OF THE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
(a) <<NOTE: Reports.>> In General.--Not later than October 15,
2025, and every six months thereafter, the Chief Information Officer of
the Department of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a report containing each covered cloud contract of the
Department of Defense.
(b) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Report Contents.--Each report under
subsection (a) shall include--
(1) the covered cloud contracts submitted by the Office of
the Secretary of Defense, the Secretaries of the military
departments, the head of each Department of Defense Field
Activity, and the commander of each combatant command under
subsection (c);
(2) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of the cloud capabilities and
services acquired across the Department of Defense under
contracts other than covered cloud contracts; and
(3) for each current or planned cloud contract of the
Department of Defense, the information described in the
memorandum described in subsection (f) to show where cloud
environments under such contracts are being used and the costs
incurred by the Department outside of contracts authorized by
the Chief Information Officer of the Department of Defense for
cloud capabilities.
(c) Collection of Cloud Contracts.--Upon the request of the Chief
Information Officer of the Department of Defense, the Office of the
Secretary of Defense, the Secretaries of the military departments, the
head of each Department of Defense Field Activity, and the commander of
each combatant command shall each submit to the Chief Information
Officer of the Department of Defense the covered cloud contracts of such
office, military department, Department of Defense Field Activity, or
combatant command, respectively.
(d) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Report.--The Secretary of Defense shall
include the information required to be contained in the report under
subsection (a) for the covered cloud contracts of the Department of
Defense in the budget justification materials (as defined in section
3(b)(2) of the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of
2006 (31 U.S.C. 6101 note)) submitted by the Department of Defense with
respect to the budget of the President submitted to Congress pursuant to
section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, for fiscal year 2027, and
for each fiscal year thereafter.
(e) Sunset.--This section shall terminate on December 31, 2030.
(f) Covered Cloud Contract Defined.--The term ``covered cloud
contract'' means a contract entered into under the multiple award
contract described in the memorandum of the Chief Information Officer of
the Department of Defense titled ``Department of Defense Joint
Warfighting Cloud Capability and Next Steps to Rationalize Cloud Use
Across the Department of Defense'' and dated July 31, 2023.
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Subtitle B--Cybersecurity
SEC. 1511. TERMINATION OF REPORTING REQUIREMENT FOR CROSS DOMAIN
INCIDENTS AND EXEMPTIONS TO POLICIES FOR
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.
Section 1727 of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat.
4117; 10 U.S.C. 2224 note) is amended by adding at the end the following
new subsection:
``(c) Termination Date.--The requirement of the Secretary of Defense
to submit a monthly report under subsection (a) shall terminate on
December 31, 2025.''.
SEC. 1512. <<NOTE: 10 USC 1564 note.>> INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAMS OF THE NATIONAL BACKGROUND
INVESTIGATION SERVICE.
Not <<NOTE: Deadline.>> later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the authorizing official of the Defense
Counterintelligence and Security Agency, in coordination with the Chief
Information Officer of the Department of Defense, shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Compliance.>> take such actions as may be
necessary to ensure that the National Background Investigation
Services are in compliance with the relevant standards and
guidelines published by the National Institution of Standards
and Technology in NIST Special Publication 800-53, Revision 5
(relating to security and privacy controls for information
systems and organizations), or successor publication or revision
thereto; and
(2) <<NOTE: Notice.>> submit to Congress a notice either--
(A) <<NOTE: Certification.>> certifying that such
services are in compliance with such standards and
guidelines; or
(B) explaining why the authorizing official of the
Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency is
unable to certify that such services are in compliance
with such standards and guidelines.
SEC. 1513. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2224 note.>> GUIDANCE FOR APPLICATION
OF ZERO TRUST STRATEGY TO INTERNET OF
THINGS HARDWARE USED IN MILITARY
OPERATIONS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Chief Information Officer of
the Department of Defense shall develop guidance for how--
(1) <<NOTE: Applicability.>> the zero trust strategy of the
Department of Defense developed under section 1528 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (10
U.S.C. 2224 note) applies to Internet of Things hardware,
including human-wearable devices, sensors, and other smart
technology used by the United States in military operations; and
(2) the role identity, credential, and access management
technologies serve in enforcing such zero trust strategy.
(b) Internet of Things Defined.--In this section, the term
``Internet of Things'' has the meaning given such term by the National
Institution of Standards and Technology in NIST Special Publication 800-
172 and any amendatory or superseding document relating thereto.
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SEC. 1514. MANAGEMENT AND CYBERSECURITY OF MULTI-CLOUD
ENVIRONMENTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Strategy.>> In General.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall, acting through the Chief Information Officer of the
Department of Defense, develop a strategy for the management and
cybersecurity of the multi-cloud environments of the Department.
(b) Strategy.--The strategy required under subsection (a) shall--
(1) align with the zero trust strategy of the Department of
Defense entitled ``DoD Zero Trust Strategy'' and dated October
21, 2022, or any successor thereto;
(2) provide the Department with network visibility and
interoperability across the entirety of the multi-cloud
environments of the Department;
(3) rationalize user identities across such multi-cloud
environments, including through the implementation of identity,
credential, and access management technologies;
(4) maintain the same means to secure endpoints across the
Department;
(5) provide means for improving the identification and
resolution of security concerns for each cloud environment prior
to and during the adoption of such cloud environment by the
Department;
(6) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> assess means to increase the
adoption of artificial intelligence applications into the multi-
cloud environments of the Department;
(7) increase the transparency of the reporting by the
Department on the usage of such multi-cloud environments by the
Department to improve planning for capacity demand, budgeting,
and predictability for users and the contractors of the
Department providing such multi-cloud environments and the goods
and services related to such multi-cloud environments;
(8) identify opportunities to improve the planning of the
Department for data use and storage in such cloud environments,
including policies and processes to enforce protection of data
provided by the Government when such data is used to train
artificial intelligence models or other commercially developed
software systems;
(9) identify opportunities to streamline certification
processes related to the provision of cloud services for cloud
service providers; and
(10) <<NOTE: Plan.>> include a plan for training the
necessary personnel of the Department on how to--
(A) incorporate the use of multi-cloud environments
into the performance of the functions of the Department;
and
(B) effectively leverage cybersecurity capabilities
in such multi-cloud environments.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing.--Not later than 240 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Chief Information Officer of
the Department of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense
committees the strategy developed pursuant to subsection (a) and,
concurrent with such submission, provide to the congressional defense
committees a briefing on such strategy.
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SEC. 1515. <<NOTE: Evaluations.>> PROTECTIVE MEASURES FOR MOBILE
DEVICES WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense shall carry out a detailed
evaluation of the cybersecurity products and services for mobile devices
to identify products and services that may improve the cybersecurity of
mobile devices used by the Department of Defense, including mitigating
the risk to the Department of Defense from cyber attacks against mobile
devices.
(b) Cybersecurity Technologies.--In carrying out the evaluation
required under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall evaluate
each of the following technologies:
(1) Anonymizing-enabling technologies, including dynamic
selector rotation, un-linkable payment structures, and anonymous
onboarding.
(2) Network-enabled full content inspection.
(3) Mobile-device case hardware solutions.
(4) On-device virtual private networks.
(5) Protected Domain Name Server infrastructure.
(6) Extended coverage for mobile device endpoint detection.
(7) Smishing, phishing, and business text or email
compromise protection leveraging generative artificial
intelligence.
(8) Any other emerging or established technologies
determined appropriate by the Secretary.
(c) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Elements.--In carrying out the
evaluation required under subsection (a), for each technology described
in subsection (b), the Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) assess the efficacy and value of the cybersecurity
provided by the technology for mobile devices;
(2) assess the feasibility of scaling the technology across
the entirety or components of the Department of Defense,
including the timeline for deploying the technology across the
entirety or components of the Department of Defense; and
(3) evaluate the ability of the Department of Defense to
integrate the technology with the existing cybersecurity
architecture of the Department of Defense.
(d) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Report.--Not later than 270 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a report of the findings
of the evaluation carried out under subsection (a), including a
determination whether the Department of Defense or any component thereof
should procure or incorporate any of the technologies evaluated pursuant
to subsection (b).
Subtitle C--Information Technology and Data Management
SEC. 1521. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2224 note.>> USABILITY OF ANTIQUATED
AND PROPRIETARY DATA FORMATS FOR MODERN
OPERATIONS.
(a) Strategy and Roadmap.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 270
days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense, in coordination with the Secretaries of the military
departments, shall develop--
(A) <<NOTE: Strategy.>> a strategy for the
Department of Defense, including each of the military
departments, to identify, implement,
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and use modern data formats as the primary method of
electronic communication for command and control
activities and for weapon systems, including sensors
associated with such weapon systems; and
(B) an associated five-year roadmap for the
Department of Defense, including each of the military
departments, to implement modern data formats under the
strategy described in subparagraph (A).
(2) Elements.--The strategy and roadmap required under
paragraph (1) shall include the following elements:
(A) The activities of the Chief Digital and
Artificial Intelligence Officer of the Department of
Defense to increase and synchronize the use of modern
data formats and modern data sharing standards across
the Department of Defense.
(B) Development of standard definitions for modern
and antiquated data formats, including a representative
catalog of the types of data formats that fall under
each category.
(C) The activities of the military departments to
increase the use of modern data formats and modern data
sharing standards for command and control systems,
weapon systems, and sensors associated with such weapon
systems.
(D) An identification of barriers to the use of
modern data formats and modern data sharing standards
within weapon systems and sensors associated with such
weapon systems across the Department of Defense.
(E) An identification of barriers to the use of
modern data formats and modern data sharing standards
within command and control systems across the Department
of Defense.
(F) An identification of limitations on combined
joint all-domain command and control capabilities
resulting from the use of antiquated data formats.
(G) An identification of policy documents,
instructions, or other guidance requiring an update
pursuant to such strategy.
(H) The sources of funding for each military
department with respect to implementation of such
strategy.
(3) Submission to congress.--Upon completion of the strategy
and roadmap required under this subsection, the Secretary of
Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the
Senate and the House of Representatives such strategy.
(4) Modern data formats.--For the purposes of this
subsection, the term ``modern data formats'' includes--
(A) the JavaScript Object Notation data format;
(B) the Binary JavaScript Object Notation data
format;
(C) the Protocol Buffers data format; and
(D) such other data formats that the Secretary of
Defense determines would meet the requirements in this
section.
(b) Pilot Programs.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Establishment.--Not later than 60
days after the completion of the strategy required by subsection
(a)--
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(A) the Secretary of Defense shall establish a pilot
program under which the Department of Defense, other
than the military departments, shall use modern data
formats to improve the usability and functionality of
information stored or produced in antiquated data
formats, including by the automated conversion of such
information to modern data formats; and
(B) each Secretary of a military department shall
establish a pilot program under which such military
department shall use modern data formats as described in
subparagraph (A).
(2) Briefing. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> --Not later than 180 days
after the completion of the strategy required by subsection (a),
the Secretary of Defense and the Secretaries of the military
departments shall each submit to the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a
briefing on the progress of the pilot program established by
such Secretary under this subsection, including specific
examples of the use of modern data formats under such pilot
program to improve the usability and functionality of
information stored or produced in antiquated data formats.
(3) Sunset.--Each pilot program established under this
subsection shall terminate on the date that is five years after
the date of the enactment of this Act.
(c) Military Department Defined.--In this section, the term
``military department'' has the meaning given such term in section
101(a) of title 10, United States Code.
SEC. 1522. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2223 note.>> MODERNIZATION OF THE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE'S AUTHORIZATION TO
OPERATE PROCESSES.
(a) Active Directory of Authorizing Officials.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. Update.>> In general.--Not later than
270 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of Defense, acting through the Chief Information
Officer of the Department of Defense and in coordination with
the Chief Information Officers of the military departments,
shall establish and regularly update a digital directory of all
authorizing officials in the military departments.
(2) Contents.--The directory established under paragraph (1)
shall include--
(A) the most current contact information for such
authorizing official; and
(B) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of each training
required to perform the duties and responsibilities of
an authorizing official completed by such authorizing
official.
(b) Presumption of Reciprocal Software Accrediting Standards.--
(1) Policy required. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> --Not later than
180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of Defense, acting through the Chief Information
Officer of the Department of Defense, shall implement a policy
that requires authorizing officials to adopt the security
analysis and artifacts, as appropriate, of a cloud-hosted
platform, service, or application that has already been
authorized by another authorizing official in the Department of
Defense in order to more rapidly adopt and use such cloud-hosted
platforms, services, and applications, at the corresponding
classification level and in accordance with
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the existing authorization conditions, without additional
authorizations or reviews.
(2) Elements.--The Secretary shall ensure that the policy
implemented under paragraph (1)--
(A) ensures the development of standardized and
transparent documentation of the security,
accreditation, performance, and operational capabilities
of cloud-hosted platforms, services, and applications to
enable decision making by mission owners of such cloud-
hosted platforms, services, and applications;
(B) provides for an intuitive and digital workflow
to document acknowledgments among mission owners and
system owners of use of the operational capabilities of
cloud-hosted platforms, services, and applications;
(C) <<NOTE: Review.>> directs a review by mission
owners of existing authorization information, at the
appropriate classification level, regarding the status
of the operational capabilities of cloud-hosted
platforms, services, and applications, including through
management dashboards or other management analytic
capabilities; and
(D) defines a process, including required timelines,
to allow authorizing officials that disagree with the
security analysis of a cloud-hosted platform, service,
or application that such official would be required to
adopt under such policy to present such disagreement to
the Chief Information Officer of the Department of
Defense, or such other individual or entity designated
by the Chief Information Officer, for adjudication.
(3) Applicability.--The policy implemented pursuant to
subsection (a) shall apply to--
(A) all authorizing officials in the Department of
Defense, including in each military department,
component, and agency of the Department; and
(B) all operational capabilities of cloud-hosted
platforms, services, and applications, including
capabilities on public cloud infrastructure, as
authorized through the Federal Risk and Authorization
Management Program established under section 3608 of
title 44, United States Code, and the Defense
Information Systems Agency, and capabilities on private
cloud landing zones managed by the Department of Defense
that are authorized by Department accrediting officials.
(c) Report.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment
of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a report on the status of the implementation of subsections
(a) and (b).
(d) Definitions.--In this section--
(1) the term ``Authorization to Operate'' has the meaning
given such term in the Office of Management and Budget Circular
A-130;
(2) the term ``authorizing official'' means an officer who
is authorized to assume responsibility for operating an
information system at an acceptable level of risk to
organizational operations (including mission, functions, image,
or reputation), organizational assets, individuals, other
organizations, and the United States;
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(3) the term ``military departments'' has the meaning given
such term in section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code;
(4) the term ``mission owner'' means the user of a cloud-
based platform, service, or application; and
(5) the term ``system owner'' means the element of the
Department of Defense responsible for acquiring a cloud-based
platform, service, or application, but which is not a mission
owner of such cloud-based platform, service, or application.
SEC. 1523. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2224 note.>> UPDATE OF BIOMETRIC POLICY
OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense
for Intelligence and Security shall update the policy of the Department
of Defense regarding the protection of biometric data.
(b) Elements.--The policy updates required by subsection (a) shall
include the following:
(1) Standards for encrypting and protecting data on
biometric collection devices.
(2) A requirement to sanitize biometric data from collection
devices and hard drives prior to disposal of the devices and
hard drives.
(3) A requirement that components of the Department maintain
records that they have sanitized all data from biometric
collection devices when the devices are turned in for disposal.
Subtitle D--Artificial Intelligence
SEC. 1531. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 4001 note.>> ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE HUMAN FACTORS INTEGRATION
INITIATIVE.
(a) Initiative Required.--
(1) In general.--The Under Secretary of Defense for Research
and Engineering, in coordination with the Under Secretary of
Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment and the Chief Digital
and Artificial Intelligence Officer of the Department of
Defense, shall establish an initiative--
(A) to improve the human usability of artificial
intelligence systems and information derived from such
systems through the application of cognitive ergonomics
techniques; and
(B) to improve the human usability and cognitive
effectiveness of artificial intelligence systems adopted
by the Department of Defense by ensuring that design
tools and metrics are available for artificial
intelligence and machine learning programs that ensure
human factors considerations are included for such
systems.
(2) Designation.--The initiative established pursuant to
paragraph (1) shall be known as the ``Artificial Intelligence
Human Factors Integration Initiative'' (in this section the
``Initiative'').
(b) Briefing.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and
Engineering, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment, and the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence
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Officer of the Department of Defense shall jointly brief the Committee
on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of
the House of Representatives on the following:
(1) Existing research and development work within the
Department of Defense laboratories relating to human-machine
teaming, human-centered design, cognitive load, cognitive
ergonomics, and similar topics that are currently being used or
could be used to inform or enhance Department personnel
usability of artificial intelligence systems and artificial
intelligence-derived information.
(2) Identification of gaps in research with respect to
interactions of personnel of the Department with artificial
intelligence systems in warfighting and nonwarfighting
environments that may necessitate additional research within the
Federal Government, industry, or academia.
(3) Identification of relevant tools, methodologies, testing
processes or systems, and evaluation metrics that may be of use
to the Department in improving the cognitive ergonomic and human
usability features of artificial intelligence systems for
personnel of the Department.
(c) Plan.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the
briefing required by subsection (b) is provided, the Under Secretary of
Defense for Research and Engineering, the Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment, and the Chief Digital and Artificial
Intelligence Officer of the Department of Defense shall jointly develop
and implement a plan to--
(1) work with the military departments (as defined in
section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code) and other
components of the Department to ensure human factors and human
systems integration elements are considered early in the
development or evaluation process with respect to the
procurement, adoption, or use of artificial intelligence systems
or artificial intelligence-derived information;
(2) convene research meetings or other forums to coordinate
cognitive ergonomics research or related research challenges
with a broad community of academic, commercial, and
international partners;
(3) <<NOTE: Review. Assessment.>> work with the Chief
Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer of the Department of
Defense to review commercial toolsets to assess the level of
human factors integration investment of such commercial
toolsets; and
(4) <<NOTE: Guidance.>> develop guidance based on the
research and development work identified pursuant to subsection
(b)(1) regarding how to create a framework or taxonomy for
characterizing the exercise of appropriate levels of human
judgment within Department of Defense Directive 3000.09
(relating to Autonomy in Weapons Systems), or successor
directive, for artificial intelligence programs in the
Department.
(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be
construed to prohibit or otherwise limit the authority of the Secretary
of Defense to research, develop, improve, or acquire any weapon system
or other capability that is enabled, empowered, enhanced, or improved by
artificial intelligence, machine learning, or a large language model.
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SEC. 1532. <<NOTE: 10 USC 4001 note.>> ADVANCED COMPUTING
INFRASTRUCTURE TO ENABLE ADVANCED
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE CAPABILITIES.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense shall establish a program,
or designate an existing program, to meet the testing and processing
requirements for next generation advanced artificial intelligence
capabilities.
(b) Development and Expansion of High-performance Computing
Infrastructure.--
(1) In general.--Under the program established or designated
under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall expand the
infrastructure of the Department of Defense for development and
deployment of military applications of high-performance
computing and artificial intelligence capabilities that are
located at installations of the Department or accessible through
commercial cloud or hybrid-cloud environments.
(2) Artificial intelligence applications.--(A) The Secretary
of Defense shall ensure that a portion of the infrastructure
added pursuant to paragraph (1) is--
(i) dedicated to providing access to modern
artificial intelligence accelerators for training, fine-
tuning, modifying, and deploying large artificial
intelligence systems; and
(ii) configured in accordance with industry best
practices.
(B) In carrying out subparagraph (A), the Secretary of
Defense shall ensure, to the extent practical, that the
Department of Defense does not use the portion of the
infrastructure described in such subparagraph for the
development of new artificial intelligence systems to the extent
that such infrastructure is duplicative of readily available
commercial or open source products or services that meet or are
reasonably capable of meeting the physical and data security
standards of the Department.
(c) High-performance Computing Roadmap.--
(1) In general.--Under the program established or designated
under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall develop a
roadmap that describes the high-performance computing
infrastructure needed for the Department of Defense to research,
test, develop, and evaluate advanced artificial intelligence
applications projected over the period covered by the future-
years defense program.
(2) Assessment.--The roadmap required by paragraph (1) shall
include assessments of the following:
(A) The anticipated processing for advanced
artificial intelligence applications of the Department
of Defense during the period covered by the roadmap,
including the computing needs associated with the
development of such advanced artificial intelligence
applications.
(B) <<NOTE: Data.>> The physical and data security
standards required for the infrastructure for the
research, development, testing, and evaluation of
advanced artificial intelligence applications, including
data handling requirements.
(C) The evaluation, milestones, and resourcing needs
to maintain and expand the computing infrastructure
necessary for the computing needs described in
subparagraph (A).
(d) Artificial Intelligence System Development.--
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(1) In general.--Using the infrastructure added under the
program established or designated under subsection (a), the
Secretary of Defense shall develop advanced artificial
intelligence systems that have general-purpose military
applications for multiple data formats, including text, audio,
and graphical.
(2) Training of systems.--The Secretary of Defense shall
ensure that advanced artificial intelligence systems developed
pursuant to paragraph (1) are trained using datasets curated by
the Department of Defense using general, openly or commercially
available sources of such data, or data owned by the Department,
depending on the appropriate use case. Such systems may use
openly or commercially available artificial intelligence
systems, including those available through infrastructure
located at installations of the Department or cloud or hybrid-
cloud environments, for development or fine-tuning.
(e) <<NOTE: Consultation.>> Coordination and Duplication.--In
establishing or designating the program under subsection (a), the
Secretary of Defense shall consult with the Secretary of Energy to
ensure that none of the activities carried out under this section are
duplicative of any activity of a research entity of the Department of
Energy, including the following:
(1) The National Laboratories.
(2) The Advanced Scientific Computing Research program.
(3) The Advanced Simulation and Computing program.
SEC. 1533. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 221 note.>> COST BUDGETING
FOR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE DATA.
(a) Plan Required.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence
Officer of the Department of Defense, in consultation with the Under
Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment and the Under
Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, shall develop a plan
to ensure that the budgeting process for programs containing artificial
intelligence components or subcomponents, including artificial
intelligence support systems, models, or analysis tools, includes
estimates for the types of data required to train, maintain, or improve
the artificial intelligence components or subcomponents contained within
such programs and estimated costs for the acquisition and sustainment of
such data.
(b) Elements of Plan.--The plan required under subsection (a) shall
include the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of the current
programs of the Department of Defense containing artificial
intelligence components or subcomponents, such as large language
models, including the sources and costs for structured and
unstructured training data for such artificial intelligence
components.
(2) An estimate of the costs associated with the data
required to train, maintain, or improve artificial intelligence
models or systems for programs that are ongoing or proposed as
of enactment of this Act and which are not otherwise currently
accounted for in a program of record.
(3) An estimate of the costs associated with providing
access to capabilities for data preparation, including tooling,
indexing, and data tagging or labeling, including for the
protection of data provided by the Government from unauthorized
use during the algorithm training process and the ongoing
control by the Government of such data during such process.
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(4) Mapping of the acquisition lifecycle for the programs
described in paragraph (1) to align budgeting milestones with
critical design or decision points in the budgeting and
execution processes of the Department of Defense.
(5) <<NOTE: Framework.>> A framework for estimating the
costs described in paragraph (2) and ensuring the costs
associated with the data required to train, maintain, or improve
artificial intelligence models or systems are appropriately
incorporated into lifecycle sustainment estimates for future
programs containing artificial intelligence components or
subcomponents.
(c) Implementation.--The Secretary of Defense shall begin
implementing the plan required by subsection (a) not later than 90 days
after the date on which development of the plan required by subsection
(a) is completed.
(d) <<NOTE: Time period. Termination date.>> Briefings.--Not later
than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and not less
frequently than once annually thereafter until 2027, the Secretary shall
provide the congressional defense committees a briefing on the
implementation of the plan developed pursuant to subsection (a).
SEC. 1534. EVALUATION OF FEDERATED ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE-ENABLED
WEAPON SYSTEMS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE.
(a) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Evaluation of Centers of Excellence.--
The Secretary of Defense shall determine the advisability and
feasibility of establishing a center or centers of excellence to carry
out the functions described in subsection (b) to support the development
and maturation of artificial intelligence-enabled weapon systems by
organizations within the Department of Defense that--
(1) were in effect on the day before the date of the
enactment of this Act; and
(2) have appropriate core competencies relating to the
functions described in subsection (b).
(b) Functions.--The functions described in this subsection are the
following:
(1) Capturing, analyzing, assessing, and sharing lessons
learned across the Department of Defense regarding the latest
advancements in artificial intelligence-enabled weapon systems,
countermeasures, tactics, techniques and procedures, and
training methodologies.
(2) Facilitating collaboration among the Department of
Defense and foreign partners, including Ukraine, to identify and
promulgate best practices, safety guidelines, standards, and
benchmarks.
(3) Facilitating collaboration among the Department,
industry, academia, and not-for-profit organizations in the
United States, including industry with expertise in autonomous
weapon systems and other nontraditional weapon systems that
utilize artificial intelligence as determined by the Secretary
of Defense.
(4) Serving as a focal point for digital talent training and
upskilling for the Department, and as the Secretary of Defense
considers appropriate, providing enterprise-level tools and
solutions based on these best practices, standards, and
benchmarks.
(5) Carrying out such other responsibilities as the
Secretary of Defense determines appropriate.
(c) Report.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment
of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall--
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(1) submit to <<NOTE: Plan.>> the congressional defense
committees a report on the determination of the Secretary
required under subsection (a) and, if such determination is that
establishing a center or centers of excellence described in such
subsection is advisable and feasible, a plan for establishing
such center or centers; and
(2) <<NOTE: Briefing.>> if the Secretary submits a plan
under paragraph (1), provide the congressional defense
committees a briefing on such plan.
(d) Artificial Intelligence-enabled Weapon System Defined.--In this
section, the term ``artificial intelligence-enabled weapon system''
includes autonomous weapon systems, as determined by the Secretary of
Defense.
Subtitle E--Reports and Other Matters
SEC. 1541. OVERSIGHT AND REPORTING ON THE MISSION PARTNER
ENVIRONMENT AND ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES
WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
(a) Limitation.--Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this
Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Mission
Partner Environment program, not more than 90 percent may be obligated
or expended prior to the date on which the Secretary of Defense makes
the certification required by subsection (b).
(b) Certification.--The Secretary of Defense shall certify to the
congressional defense committees that--
(1) <<NOTE: Plans.>> the Secretary of the Air Force, in
conjunction with the Chief Information Officer of the Department
of Defense, has developed an executable implementation plan for
the Mission Partner Environment to meet the operational
requirements of the Department for command and control
information sharing networks, including a modernization plan
that reduces nonstandardized hardware solutions, sunsets legacy
hardware, and fully integrates into the combined joint all-
domain command and control initiative; and
(2) in coordination with the commander of each geographic
combatant command, the Secretary of the Air Force is
implementing defined and measurable actions to meet the
operational planning, implementation, and ongoing operational
Mission Partner Environment requirements for global and regional
processing nodes to sustain existing information networks for
the area of responsibility for each such combatant command.
(c) Annual Briefings.--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period. Termination date.>> In general.--
Not later than October 1, 2025, and annually thereafter until
October 1, 2030, the Deputy Secretary of Defense, the Vice
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Chief Information
Officer of the Department of Defense, the head of the
Information Security Risk Management Committee of the Department
of Defense, the director of the Mission Partner Capability
Office, the Executive Agent for the Mission Partner Environment,
and a senior military service representative for each of the
Armed Forces shall provide to the congressional defense
committees a briefing on the Mission Partner Environment and
related activities within the Department of
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Defense, including the modernization of the Mission Partner Environment.
(2) Combatant commands.--A senior representative from each
unified combatant command shall attend and participate in each
briefing required by paragraph (1).
(d) Elements.--Each briefing required by subsection (c) shall
include the following:
(1) A description of all efforts of the Department of
Defense for the Mission Partner Environment.
(2) A description of the overall progress on implementation
and modernization of the Mission Partner Environment across the
entirety of the Department of Defense as of the date of the
briefing and, for each such briefing after the first such
briefing, the progress made on such implementation and
modernization since the preceding briefing under such
subsection.
(3) An explanation of any changes in policy necessary to
execute on the Mission Partner Environment, including changes
made during the period covered by the briefing and changes that
are planned as of the time of the briefing.
(4) An explanation of any changes to the governance of the
Mission Partner Environment within the Department of Defense,
including changes made during the period covered by the briefing
and changes that are planned as of the time of the briefing.
(5) A detailed programmatic table of the funding for the
combined Mission Partner Environment efforts of the Office of
the Secretary of Defense, the military departments, and the
combatant commands as set forth in the budget of the President
most recently submitted to Congress under section 1105 of title
31, United States Code.
(e) Modification to CJADC2 Briefing Requirement.--Section 1076 of
the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat. 3866), as amended by
section 1504 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 538), is further amended by amending
subsection (a) to read as follows:
``(a) Biannual Briefings.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--During the period
beginning on October 1, 2021, and ending on October 1, 2028, the
Deputy Secretary of Defense, the Vice Chairman of the Joint
Chiefs of Staff, the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence
Officer of the Department of Defense, the Chief Information
Officer of the Department of Defense, and a senior military
service representative for each of the Armed Forces shall
provide to the congressional defense committees biannual
briefings on the progress of the Joint All Domain Command and
Control (in this section referred to as `JADC2') effort of the
Department of Defense.
``(2) Annual participation by certain combatant commands.--
For each fiscal year during the period specified in paragraph
(1), a senior representative from each of the United States
Indo-Pacific Command, United States Central Command, and United
States European Command shall participate in the provision of
the first biannual briefing under such paragraph following the
submission of the budget of the President to Congress under
section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, for that fiscal
year.''.
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(f) Definitions.--In this section--
(1) the terms ``Defense Agency'' and ``military
departments'' have the meanings given such terms, respectively,
in section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code;
(2) the term ``Mission Partner Environment'' means the
operating framework enabling command and control, information
sharing, and the exchange of data between the Department of
Defense and partners and allies of the United States
participating in a military or other operation for the purposes
of planning and executing such operation through the use of
common standards governance and procedures, including activities
the Office of the Secretary of Defense, military departments,
unified combatant commands (as defined in section 161 of title
10, United States Code), and Defense Agencies relating to the
operation, modernization, implementation, or oversight of, or
resourcing of networks or applications designed for such
framework; and
(3) the term ``unified combatant command'' has the meaning
given such term in section 161 of title 10, United States Code.
SEC. 1542. EXTENSION OF CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT REGARDING
CONTRACTING FOR MILITARY RECRUITING.
Section 1555(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 581; 10 U.S.C. 503 note) is
amended by striking ``one year'' and inserting ``two years''.
SEC. 1543. PROHIBITION ON DISESTABLISHMENT OR MERGER OF OFFICER
CAREER PATHS WITHIN THE CYBER BRANCH OF
THE UNITED STATES ARMY.
(a) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Notice Required.--The Secretary of
the Army may not initiate a covered activity until the date that is 270
days after the date on which the Secretary submits to the congressional
defense committees a notice described in subsection (b) with respect to
such covered activity.
(b) Notice Elements.--The notice described in this subsection is a
written notice of the intent of the Secretary of the Army to initiate a
covered activity and includes--
(1) an explanation of such covered activity;
(2) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> an estimate of the costs
associated with such covered activity;
(3) an explanation of the effects associated with such
covered activity, including any changes to personnel training;
and
(4) a timeline for the covered activity.
(c) Covered Activity Defined.--In this section, the term ``covered
activity'' means any actions to disestablish or merge the Cyber Warfare
Officer and Cyber Electromagnetic Warfare Officer career paths within
the Cyber Branch of the Army.
SEC. 1544. <<NOTE: Contracts.>> INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT OF CYBER
ORGANIZATIONAL MODELS.
(a) Agreement.--
(1) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> In general.--The Secretary of
Defense shall seek to enter into an agreement with the National
Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (in this
section referred to as the ``National Academies'') for the
National Academies to conduct an evaluation of alternative
organizational models for the cyber forces of the Armed Forces.
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(2) Timing.--The Secretary shall seek to enter into the
agreement described in paragraph (1) by the date that is not
later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.
(b) Evaluation.--
(1) In general.--The evaluation of alternative
organizational models conducted by the National Academies under
an agreement entered into pursuant to subsection (a) shall
include--
(A) refining and further evolving the current
organizational approach for the cyber forces of the
Armed Forces;
(B) the feasibility and advisability of establishing
a separate Armed Force in the Department of Defense
dedicated to operations in the cyber domain;
(C) consideration of adoption or adaptation of
alternative organizational models for the cyber forces
of the Armed Forces;
(D) consideration of an organizational model
combining the refinement and evolution described in
subparagraph (A) and the establishment of a separate
Armed Force described in subparagraph (B); and
(E) any other organizational models for the cyber
forces of the Armed Forces determined feasible and
advisable by the National Academies.
(2) Scope.--In carrying out the evaluation described in
paragraph (1), for each organizational model evaluated the
National Academies shall consider--
(A) the effects of the organizational model on--
(i) the ability of the Department of Defense
to effectively conduct military cyber operations,
including offensive, defensive and analytical
missions;
(ii) the ability of the Department to
organize, train, and equip military cyber
operations forces (including military, civilian
and other enabling personnel);
(iii) the recruitment, retention, and
workforce development policies of the Department
of Defense with respect to the personnel needed
for military cyber operations;
(iv) the division of responsibilities between
a dedicated cyber force and the other Armed Forces
with respect to network management, resourcing,
policy, and operations;
(v) the doctrine and use of the military cyber
operations forces; and
(vi) the costs to the Department resulting;
(B) such other effects of the organizational model
on the operations of the Department; and
(C) the relevant authorities and policies of the
Department of Defense.
(c) Support From Federally Funded Research and Development Center.--
Upon a request from the National Academies, the Secretary shall seek to
enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development
center under which such federally funded research and development center
shall support the National Academies in conducting the evaluation of
alternative organizational models under an agreement entered into
pursuant to subsection (a).
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(d) Access to Department of Defense Personnel, Information, and
Resources.--An agreement entered into between the Secretary of Defense
and the National Academies pursuant to subsection (a) shall--
(1) require the Secretary to provide to the National
Academies access to such personnel, information, and resources
of the Department of Defense as jointly determined necessary by
the National Academies and the Secretary for the National
Academies to conduct the evaluation of alternative
organizational models under such agreement; and
(2) <<NOTE: Notification.>> if the Secretary refuses to
provide the access described in paragraph (1) or any other major
obstacle to such access occurs, require the National Academies
to notify the congressional defense committees of such refusal
or obstacle not later than seven days after the date of such
refusal or on which the National Academies become aware of such
obstacle, as applicable.
(e) Report.--
(1) Submission to congress.--An agreement entered into
between the Secretary of Defense and the National Academies
under subsection (a) shall--
(A) require the National Academies to submit to the
congressional defense committees a consensus report
containing the findings of the National Academies with
respect to the evaluation of alternative organizational
models conducted by the National Academies under an
agreement entered into pursuant to subsection (a);
(B) require the National Academies to submit such
report in an unclassified manner; and
(C) <<NOTE: Classified information.>> permit the
National Academies to include in such report a
classified annex.
(2) Prohibition against interference.--No officer or
employee of the Federal Government may take or fail to take any
action, or cause any action to be taken or not be taken, for the
purpose of altering the findings of the National Academies in
the report required pursuant to paragraph (1) prior to the
submission of such report pursuant to such paragraph.
(3) <<NOTE: Briefing.>> Department of defense views on
assessment.--Not later than 90 days after the date on which the
National Academies submits to the congressional defense
committees the report required pursuant to paragraph (1) with
respect to the evaluation of alternative organizational models
conducted by the National Academies under an agreement entered
into pursuant to subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall
provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on
the opinions of the Secretary with respect to such evaluation.
SEC. 1545. LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR THE JOINT CYBER
WARFIGHTING ARCHITECTURE.
(a) Limitation.--Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this
Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Joint Cyber
Warfighting Architecture, not more than 95 percent may be obligated or
expended until the date on which the Commander of United States Cyber
Command provides to the congressional defense committees the plan
required in subsection (b).
(b) Plan.--
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(1) In general.--The Commander of United States Cyber
Command shall provide to the congressional defense committees a
plan to transition the Department of Defense from the Joint
Cyber Warfighting Architecture to the successor to the Joint
Cyber Warfighting Architecture.
(2) <<NOTE: Timelines. Time period.>> Contents.--The plan
required by paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) Details for ceasing or minimizing continued
development on the current Joint Cyber Warfighting
Architecture components, including a timeline for
stabilizing the current architecture of the Joint Cyber
Warfighting Architecture within 12 to 18 months of the
date on which the Commander of United States Cyber
Command submits such plan to the congressional defense
and the resources available across the future-years
defense plan as a result of such actions.
(B) Requirements and an initial plan for a successor
to the Joint Cyber Warfighting Architecture, including
timelines, coordination with the military departments,
descriptions of proposed new capability sets, mapping of
current Joint Cyber Warfighting Architecture
capabilities to proposed new capabilities, and any
additional authority or resource required to transition
to such successor beyond those available under the
rephasing of the program.
(c) Joint Cyber Warfighting Architecture Defined.--In this section,
the term ``Joint Cyber Warfighting Architecture'' has the meaning given
such term under section 1509 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat.
2886; 10 U.S.C. 167b note).
SEC. 1546. RISK FRAMEWORK FOR FOREIGN MOBILE APPLICATIONS OF
CONCERN.
(a) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Chief Information Officer of the Department
of Defense, in coordination with the Under Secretary of Defense for
Intelligence and Security, shall submit to Congress a report on--
(1) the feasibility and advisability of developing
comprehensive guidance on personal mobile devices and mobile
applications for personnel of the Department of Defense;
(2) the feasibility and advisability of developing
categorical definitions of mobile applications of concern with
respect to personnel or operations of the Department of Defense;
(3) the feasibility and advisability of creating, and
updating not less than annually, a risk framework with respect
to Department personnel or operations that assesses mobile
applications or groupings thereof for potential risks to the
personnel or operations of the Department, including--
(A) the collection, retention, sale, and potential
misuse of data;
(B) exposure to misinformation and disinformation;
(C) software bill of materials; and
(D) <<NOTE: Foreign countries.>> ownership,
origination, authorship, or other relationship of an
application with the governments of the Russian
Federation, the People's Republic of China, the Islamic
Republic of Iran, or the Democratic People's Republic of
Korea;
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(4) a description of any statutory or policy restrictions
affecting ability of the Department to provide guidance to
personnel of the Department regarding personal mobile devices
and applications, including any variations of such guidance
based on location, status, visibility, or work role; and
(5) such other information as the Chief Information Officer
of the Department of Defense determines appropriate.
(b) <<NOTE: Time period. Termination date.>> Annual Report.--Not
later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and
annually thereafter until December 31, 2027, the Chief Information
Officer of the Department of Defense, in coordination with the Under
Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security, shall provide to
Congress a report describing--
(1) not fewer than 10 mobile applications or application
groupings of particular concern to the Department of Defense,
including a description of the problematic characteristics of
such applications or application groupings;
(2) the current guidance of the Department related to
personal mobile devices and mobile applications and, except for
the first report submitted under this subsection, including a
description of any changes to such guidance during the period
since the previous report was submitted under this subsection;
(3) the current and planned workforce education efforts
undertaken by components of the Department that provide best
practices, guidance, requirements, or other relevant material to
personnel of the Department regarding personal mobile device and
mobile applications, and, except for the first report submitted
under this subsection, a description of any changes in such
efforts during the period since the previous report was
submitted under this subsection; and
(4) any changes to the assessments of feasibility and
advisability in the report required under subsection (a).
(c) Update Briefing.--Not later than April 30, 2025, the Chief
Information Officer of the Department of the Defense, in coordination
with the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security, shall
provide to Congress a briefing on the status of the report required
under subsection (a).
(d) Report Form.--The reports required under this section shall be
in an unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
SEC. 1547. JOINT PARTNER-SHARING NETWORK CAPABILITIES FOR MIDDLE
EAST DEFENSE INTEGRATION.
(a) Initiative Required.--
(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--Not later than
180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a report on how to improve cooperation between the
Department of Defense and allies and partners of the United
States located in the Middle East to improve the use of partner-
sharing network capabilities to facilitate joint defense efforts
among the United States and such allies and partners to protect
the people, infrastructure, and territory of the United States
and such allies and partners from state and non-state actors
determined by the Secretary to undermine the national security
interests of the United States.
(2) Contents.--The report submitted pursuant to paragraph
(1) shall include the following:
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(A) <<NOTE: Summary.>> A summary of ongoing efforts
by United States Central Command, or in which United
States Central Command is participating, to implement a
joint partner-sharing network capability integrated with
the assets of allies and partners of the United States
who are located in the Middle East.
(B) <<NOTE: Summary.>> A summary of challenges to
further facilitate the implementation of a joint
partner-sharing network capability integrated with the
assets of Middle Eastern allies and partners, including
actions or decisions that need to be taken by other
organizations.
(C) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> A recommendation
of actions that can be taken to address the challenges
summarized pursuant to subparagraph (B).
(D) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of how the
implementation of a joint partner-sharing network
capability that would be available to integrate with
allies and partners of the United States in the Middle
East--
(i) could demonstrate new tools, techniques,
or methodologies for data-driven decision making;
(ii) accelerate sharing of relevant data, data
visualization, and data analysis implemented
through cryptographic data access controls and
enforcing existing data sharing restrictions
across multiple security levels; and
(iii) leverage current activities in multi-
cloud computing environments to reduce the
reliance on solely hardware-based networking
solutions.
(E) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> A recommendation
of actions that can be taken to implement a joint
partner-sharing network capability integrated with
allies and partners of the United States in the Middle
East, including identification of policy, resource,
workforce, or other shortfalls.
(F) Such other matters as the Secretary of Defense
considers relevant.
(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. Assessment.>> Metrics.--The
Secretary of Defense shall include in the report required by
paragraph (1) recommended metrics for assessing progress towards
improving the use of partner-sharing network capabilities to
facilitate the joint defense efforts described in such
paragraph.
(4) Form.--The report required by paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified
annex.
(5) Protection of sensitive information.--No activity may be
carried out under this section without an approved program
protection plan and overarching classification guide to enforce
technology and information protection protocols that protect
sensitive information and the national security interests of the
United States.
(b) Assessment of the Establishment of a Combatant Command
Warfighter Forum for Artificial Intelligence.--
(1) <<NOTE: Determination. Policies. Procedures.>>
Assessment.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Chief Data and Artificial
Intelligence Officer of the Department of Defense shall
determine the policies and procedures required to establish a
forum for warfighters in the combatant commands on artificial
intelligence that would help promote coordination and
interchange
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on issues relating to artificial intelligence tools, methodologies,
training, exercises, and operational research within and among the
combatant commands.
(2) Purposes for consideration.--In developing the policies
and procedures required by paragraph (1), the Chief Data and
Artificial Intelligence Officer of the Department of Defense
shall consider the following as primary purposes of the forum:
(A) Identification of use cases for the near-term
application of artificial intelligence tools, including
commercially available artificial intelligence tools,
data, methodologies, or techniques.
(B) Categorization of risk for the use cases
identified pursuant to subparagraph (A), and
consideration of risk-management process or other
procedural guidelines for enforcing current policy.
(C) Identification and prioritization of current
artificial intelligence tools or emerging technologies
applicable to the use-cases identified pursuant to
subparagraph (A) that also meet policy guidelines and
standards set by the Department.
(D) Identification of shortfalls in training or
billets for artificial intelligence-related expertise or
personnel within the combatant commands.
(E) Coordination on training and experimentation
venues, including with regional partners and allies.
(F) Identification of opportunities for enhanced
cooperation with regional partners and allies.
(G) Identification of opportunities for the
combatant commands, working with other elements of the
Department of Defense, such as the Defense Innovation
Unit, to better procure commercial artificial
intelligence capabilities, including from partner and
allied industrial bases.
(3) Report.--(A) Not later than one year after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit
to the congressional defense committees a report on the
assessment described in paragraph (1).
(B) <<NOTE: Summaries.>> The report submitted pursuant to
subparagraph (A) shall include the following:
(i) A summary of the policies and procedures needed
pursuant to paragraph (1).
(ii) A summary of the efforts described in paragraph
(1) to fulfill each of the purposes considered under
paragraph (2).
TITLE XVI--SPACE ACTIVITIES, STRATEGIC PROGRAMS, AND INTELLIGENCE
MATTERS
Subtitle A--Space Activities
Sec. 1601. Modification of Air Force space contractor responsibility
watch list.
Sec. 1602. Establishment of Commercial Augmentation Space Reserve.
Sec. 1603. Space Force satellite ground systems.
Sec. 1604. Modification of notification of foreign interference of
national security space.
Sec. 1605. Modifications to National Security Space Launch program.
Sec. 1606. Comptroller General review regarding Global Positioning
System modernization and other positioning, navigation, and
timing systems.
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Sec. 1607. Senior Advisor for Space Command, Control, and Integration.
Sec. 1608. Pilot program to demonstrate hybrid satellite communication
architecture.
Sec. 1609. Middle East integrated space and satellite security
assessment.
Sec. 1610. Annual briefing on commercial space strategy of the Space
Force.
Subtitle B--Defense Intelligence and Intelligence-Related Activities
Sec. 1611. Extension and modification of authority to engage in certain
commercial activities as security for intelligence collection
activities.
Sec. 1612. Cyber intelligence capability.
Sec. 1613. Authority of Army counterintelligence agents.
Sec. 1614. Extension and modification of defense intelligence and
counterintelligence expense authority.
Sec. 1615. Intelligence advice and Department of Defense support for
Government of Israel in the defeat of Hamas.
Subtitle C--Nuclear Forces
Sec. 1621. Establishment of Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear
Deterrence, Chemical, and Biological Defense Policy and
Programs; improvements to processes of the Office of the
Secretary of Defense.
Sec. 1622. Extension and modification of certifications regarding
integrated tactical warning and attack assessment mission of
the Department of the Air Force.
Sec. 1623. Periodic updates on the modernization of the Strategic
Automated Command and Control System.
Sec. 1624. Modified requirements for report on the plan for the nuclear
weapons stockpile, nuclear weapons complex, nuclear weapons
delivery systems, and nuclear weapons command and control
system.
Sec. 1625. Matters relating to pilot program on development of reentry
vehicles and related systems.
Sec. 1626. Expansion of nuclear long range standoff capability.
Sec. 1627. Matters relating to the nuclear-armed sea-launched cruise
missile.
Sec. 1628. Availability of Air Force procurement funds for heat shield
material for Mark 21A reentry vehicle.
Sec. 1629. Conditional requirements for Sentinel intercontinental
ballistic missile program.
Sec. 1630. Prohibition on reduction of intercontinental ballistic
missiles of the United States.
Sec. 1631. Limitation on use of funds for altering Air Force Global
Strike Command.
Sec. 1632. Limitations on use of funds to dismantle B83-1 nuclear
gravity bomb.
Sec. 1633. Limitation on availability of funds pending submission of
plan for decreasing the time to upload additional warheads to
the intercontinental ballistic missile fleet.
Sec. 1634. Limitation on availability of funds pending submission of
information on options for enhancing National Nuclear
Security Administration access to the defense industrial
base.
Sec. 1635. Defense Industrial Base workforce development strategy.
Sec. 1636. Long-term plan for strategic nuclear forces during delivery
vehicle transition.
Sec. 1637. Reports and briefings on recommendations of the Congressional
Commission on the Strategic Posture of the United States.
Sec. 1638. Sense of Congress with respect to use of artificial
intelligence to support strategic deterrence.
Subtitle D--Missile Defense Programs
Sec. 1641. Expansion of certain prohibitions relating to missile defense
information and systems to apply to People's Republic of
China.
Sec. 1642. Additional missile defense site for protection of United
States homeland.
Sec. 1643. Advice and assistance regarding enhancement of Jordanian air
and missile defense.
Sec. 1644. Iron Dome short-range rocket defense system and Israeli
cooperative missile defense program co-development and co-
production.
Sec. 1645. Limitation on availability of funds with respect to certain
missile defense system governance documents, policies, and
procedures.
Sec. 1646. Congressional notification requirement with respect to
incidents that affect availability of United States homeland
missile defenses.
Sec. 1647. Plan for comprehensive ballistic missile defense radar
coverage of Guam.
Sec. 1648. Annual briefing on missile defense of Guam.
Sec. 1649. Organization and codification of provisions of law relating
to missile defense.
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Subtitle E--Other Matters
Sec. 1651. Cooperative threat reduction funds.
Sec. 1652. Temporary continuation of requirement for reports on
activities and assistance under Department of Defense
Cooperative Threat Reduction Program.
Sec. 1653. Modification to annual assessment of budget with respect to
electromagnetic spectrum operations capabilities.
Sec. 1654. Modification of milestone decision authority for space-based
ground and airborne moving target indication systems.
Sec. 1655. Designation of a senior defense official responsible for
establishment of national integrated air and missile defense
architecture for the United States.
Subtitle A--Space Activities
SEC. 1601. MODIFICATION OF AIR FORCE SPACE CONTRACTOR
RESPONSIBILITY WATCH LIST.
(a) Clarification of Watch List Requirements.--Chapter 135 of title
10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 2271.>> is amended by
inserting after section 2271 the following:
``Sec. 2271a. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2271a.>> Space Contractor
Responsibility Watch List
``(a) Establishment.--The Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for
Space Acquisition and Integration, acting as the service acquisition
executive for the Air Force for space systems and programs, shall
maintain a list of contractors with a history of poor performance on
space procurement contracts.
``(b) <<NOTE: Determinations.>> Basis for Inclusion on Watch
List.--(1) The Assistant Secretary shall place a contractor, which may
consist of the entire contracting entity or a specific division of the
contracting entity, on the watch list based on a determination made
under paragraph (2).
``(2)(A) In considering whether to place a contractor on the watch
list, the Assistant Secretary shall determine whether there is evidence
of any of the following:
``(i) Poor performance on one or more space procurement
contracts, or award fee scores below 50 percent.
``(ii) Inadequate management, operational or financial
controls, or resources.
``(iii) Inadequate security controls or resources, including
unremediated vulnerabilities arising from foreign ownership,
control, or influence.
``(iv) Any other failure of controls or performance of a
nature so serious or compelling as to warrant placement of the
contractor on the watch list.
``(B) <<NOTE: Determination.>> If the Assistant Secretary
determines, based on evidence described in any of clauses (i) through
(iv) of subparagraph (A), that the ability of a contractor to
responsibly perform is meaningfully impaired, the Assistant Secretary
shall place the contractor on the watch list.
``(C) <<NOTE: Policies.>> The Assistant Secretary shall establish
written policies for the consideration of contractors for placement on
the watch list, including policies that require that--
``(i) contractors proposed for placement on the watch list
shall be provided with notice and an opportunity to respond;
``(ii) the basis for a final determination placing a
contractor on the watch list shall be documented in writing; and
``(iii) at the request of a contractor, the contractor shall
be removed from the watch list if the Assistant Secretary
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determines that there is evidence that the issue resulting in
placement on the list has been satisfactorily remediated.
``(c) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Effect of Listing.--(1) The
Assistant Secretary may not solicit an offer from, award a contract to,
consent to a subcontract with, execute a grant, cooperative agreement,
or other transaction with, or exercise an option on any space
procurement contract with, an entity included on the watch list unless
the Assistant Secretary makes a written determination that there is a
compelling reason to do so.
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadline. Notification.>> Not later than 10 days
after the Assistant Secretary makes a determination under paragraph (1),
the Assistant Secretary shall notify the congressional defense
committees and the Interagency Committee on Debarment and Suspension
constituted under sections 4 and 5 of Executive Order 12549 (51 Fed.
Reg. 6370; relating to debarment and suspension) of the determination.
``(d) Limitation on Delegation.--The Assistant Secretary may
delegate the authority to make a determination under subsection
(b)(2)(B) or subsection (c)(1) only if the following criteria are met:
``(1) The delegation is to the suspension and debarment
official of the Air Force.
``(2) The delegation is made on a case-by-case basis.
``(3) <<NOTE: Deadline. Notification.>> Not later than
seven days after the date on which such determination is made,
the Assistant Secretary notifies the congressional defense
committees of the delegation.
``(e) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be
construed as preventing the suspension or debarment of a contractor, but
inclusion on the watch list shall not be construed as a punitive measure
or de facto suspension or debarment of a contractor.
``(f) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `contract' includes a grant, cooperative
agreement, or other transaction.
``(2) The term `contractor' means any individual or entity
that enters into a contract.
``(3) The term `watch list' means the watch list maintained
under subsection (a).''.
(b) Conforming Repeal.--Section 1612 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115-91; 10 U.S.C.
2271 note) is repealed.
SEC. 1602. ESTABLISHMENT OF COMMERCIAL AUGMENTATION SPACE RESERVE.
(a) In General.--Chapter 963 of title 10, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
9531.>> United States Code, is amended by inserting before section 9532
the following new section:
``Sec. 9531. <<NOTE: Contracts. 10 USC 9531.>> Commercial
Augmentation Space Reserve.
``(a) Program.--The Secretary may carry out a program to be known as
the `Commercial Augmentation Space Reserve'
program. <<NOTE: Determination.>> Under the program, the Secretary may
include in a contract for the procurement of space products or services
one or more provisions under which a qualified contractor agrees to
provide additional space products or services to the Department of
Defense on an as-needed basis under circumstances determined by the
Secretary.
``(b) Security Measures.--In carrying out the program under
subsection (a), the Secretary--
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``(1) shall ensure that each contract under, and qualified
contractor participating in, the program complies with
applicable security measures, including any security measures
required under the National Industrial Security program (or any
successor to such program); and
``(2) may establish and implement such additional security
measures as the Secretary determines appropriate to protect the
national security interests of the United States.
``(c) Commitment of Space Products or Services as a Business
Factor.--In determining the quantity of business to be received under a
space product or services contract pursuant to subsection (a), the
Secretary may use as a factor the relative amount of space product or
service committed to the program under subsection (a) by the qualified
contractor involved.
``(d) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `citizen of the United States' means--
``(A) an individual who is a citizen of the United
States;
``(B) a partnership each of whose partners is an
individual who is a citizen of the United States; or
``(C) a corporation or association organized under
the laws of the United States or a State, the District
of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United
States.
``(2) The term `qualified contractor' means a contractor
that is a citizen of the United States.
``(3) The term `Secretary' means the Secretary of Defense.
``(4) The term `space products or services' means commercial
products and commercial services (as those terms are defined in
section 2.101 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation) and
noncommercial products and noncommercial services offered by
commercial companies that operate to, through, or from space,
including any required terrestrial ground, support, and network
systems and associated services that can be used to support
military functions and missions.''.
(b) Study and Report.--
(1) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Study.--The Secretary of Defense,
in coordination with the Secretary of the Air Force, shall seek
to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and
development center or university-affiliated research center to
conduct a study on--
(A) the availability and adequacy of commercial
insurance to protect the financial interests of
contractors providing support services to space-related
operations and activities of the Department of Defense,
taking into account the risks that may be anticipated to
arise from such support;
(B) the adequacy of any existing authorities under
Federal law that would enable the Federal Government to
protect such interests in the event commercial space
insurance is not available or not available on
reasonable terms; and
(C) potential options for Government-provided
insurance similar to existing aviation and maritime
insurance programs under titles 49 and 46 of the United
States Code, respectively.
(2) Report.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit
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to the congressional defense committees a report on the results
of the study conducted under paragraph (1).
SEC. 1603. SPACE FORCE SATELLITE GROUND SYSTEMS.
(a) Requirement.--Chapter 135 of title 10, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
2271.>> United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 2275b
the following new section:
``Sec. 2275c. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2275c.>> Space Force satellite
ground systems
``(a) Requirement.--The Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for
Space Acquisitions and Integration, acting as the service acquisition
executive for the Air Force for space systems and programs, may not
authorize a launch associated with a Space Force satellite acquisition
program unless--
``(1) the associated ground systems and modifications are
completed and ready for operation at the time of the launch; and
``(2) the applicable satellite capabilities may be used on
completion of the launch.
``(b) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Waiver.--(1) The Secretary of the
Air Force may waive the requirement under subsection (a) if the
Secretary determines that such waiver is necessary for reasons of
national security.
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadline. Notification.>> Not later than 10 days
after making a waiver under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall notify
the congressional defense committees of such waiver.''.
(b) Conforming Repeal.--Such chapter is further amended by striking
section 2275.
SEC. 1604. MODIFICATION OF NOTIFICATION OF FOREIGN INTERFERENCE OF
NATIONAL SECURITY SPACE.
Section 2278 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) by redesignating paragraphs (1) and (2) as
subparagraphs (A) and (B), respectively;
(B) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), as
redesignated--
(i) by inserting ``critical'' before
``national security space capability''; and
(ii) by striking ``The Commander of the United
States Space Command'' and inserting ``(1) Except
as provided by paragraph (2), the Commander of the
United States Space Command''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new paragraph
(2):
``(2) <<NOTE: Notice. Notification.>> With respect to intentional
attempts by a foreign actor to disrupt, degrade, or destroy a United
States critical national security space capability that are continuous
or repetitive in nature, the Commander shall--
``(A) provide the notice and notification regarding the
first attempt by such foreign actor in accordance with paragraph
(1); and
``(B) during the period in which such foreign actor
continues or repeats such attempts, provide to the appropriate
congressional committees a consolidated monthly notice and
notification of such attempts by not later than the tenth day of
each month following the month in which the first notice under
paragraph (1) was provided.''; and
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(2) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following
new subsection:
``(c) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `appropriate congressional committees' means
the following:
``(A) The congressional defense committees.
``(B) With respect to a notice or notification
relating to an attempt by a foreign actor to disrupt,
degrade, or destroy a capability that is intelligence-
related, the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence
of the House of Representatives and the Select Committee
on Intelligence of the Senate.
``(2) The term `United States critical national security
space capability' means a national security space capability of
the United States provided by an asset on the critical asset
list established by the Commander of the United States Space
Command pursuant to Department of Defense Directive 3020.40,
Department of Defense Instruction 3020.45, Joint Publication 3-
01 of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, or such other relevant
requirements of the Department of Defense.''.
SEC. 1605. MODIFICATIONS TO NATIONAL SECURITY SPACE LAUNCH
PROGRAM.
(a) Extension of Policy on Contracts for Launch Services.--Section
1601 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022
(Public Law 117-81; 10 U.S.C. 2276 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (b), by striking ``2024'' and inserting
``2029''; and
(2) in subsection (c), by striking ``phase two contracts''
and inserting ``the National Security Space Launch program''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 2276 note.>> Notification of Changes in Phase
Three Acquisition Strategy. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> --Not later than seven
days before implementing any modification to the final phase three
acquisition strategy under the National Security Space Launch program,
the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Space Acquisition and
Integration shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees
notice of the proposed modification together with an explanation of the
reasons for such modification.
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``appropriate congressional committees''
means--
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the congressional intelligence committees (as
defined in section 3 of the National Security Act of
1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003)).
(2) The term ``final phase three acquisition strategy''
means the acquisition strategy for phase three of the National
Security Space Launch program, as approved by the Assistant
Secretary of the Air Force for Space Acquisition and Integration
on March 4, 2024.
(3) The term ``phase three'' has the meaning given that term
in section 1601(e) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2022 (Public Law 118-71; 10 U.S.C. 2276 note).
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SEC. 1606. COMPTROLLER GENERAL REVIEW REGARDING GLOBAL POSITIONING
SYSTEM MODERNIZATION AND OTHER
POSITIONING, NAVIGATION, AND TIMING
SYSTEMS.
Subsection (c) of section 1621 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 129 Stat. 1109; 10 U.S.C.
2281 note) is amended to read as follows:
``(c) Comptroller General Review and Assessment; Briefing.--
``(1) Requirements.--The Comptroller General shall--
``(A) review and assess the efforts of the
Department of the Air Force with respect to Global
Positioning System modernization and other positioning,
navigation, and timing systems; and
``(B) <<NOTE: Briefing.>> provide to the
congressional defense committees a briefing on--
``(i) the progress made by the Space Force in
fielding military code from the Global Positioning
System (commonly known as `M-code');
``(ii) the efforts the Department of the Air
Force has planned or made to develop complementary
or alternative solutions for M-code to obtain
positioning, navigation, and timing information
through new signals, systems, and subsystems; and
``(iii) the extent to which the military
departments have developed and fielded user
equipment with the ability to use M-code and
complementary or alternative solutions.
``(2) Timing.--The Comptroller General shall provide to the
congressional defense committees--
``(A) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> not later than March 1,
2025, the briefing required by paragraph (1)(B);
``(B) <<NOTE: Reports.>> a report on the matters
described in that paragraph, to be submitted on a date
agreed upon at such briefing; and
``(C) any subsequent briefing on the matters
described in that paragraph, as the Comptroller General
considers appropriate.''.
SEC. 1607. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 9016 note.>> SENIOR ADVISOR
FOR SPACE COMMAND, CONTROL, AND
INTEGRATION.
(a) Designation.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for
Space Acquisition and Integration, acting as the service acquisition
executive for the Air Force for space systems and programs, shall
designate from among qualified officers and employees of the Department
of Defense a Senior Advisor for Space Command, Control, and Integration.
(b) Responsibilities.--The Senior Advisor shall be responsible for
conducting oversight of all acquisition efforts within the authority of
the Assistant Secretary with respect to developing, upgrading,
deploying, and sustaining space command, control, and integration to
meet the space command, control, and integration requirements of the
combatant commands, including by monitoring system-level integration of
each of the following:
(1) Space domain sensors.
(2) Space catalog.
(3) Target recognition.
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(4) Weapons system selection and control.
(5) Battle damage assessment.
(6) Associated communications among elements of the space
control and command architecture of the Department of Defense.
(c) Notification.--Not later than 10 days after the date on which a
designation is made under subsection (a), the Assistant Secretary shall
notify the congressional defense committees of such designation.
(d) Annual Review.--Not later than June 30 of each year, the Space
Acquisition Council established by section 9021 of title 10, United
States Code, shall review whether the requirements of the United States
Space Command with respect to space command, control, and integration
are being fulfilled.
(e) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Annual Briefing.--At the same time as
the submission of each budget of the President under section 1105(a) of
title 31, United States Code, through fiscal year 2029, the Assistant
Secretary, in consultation with the Commander of the United States Space
Command, shall provide to the congressional defense committees a
briefing on the status of all space command, control, and integration
activities to support the missions of the Armed Forces. The briefing
shall include--
(1) accomplishments achieved in the year prior to the
submission of the respective budget; and
(2) actions to meet the requirements of the United States
Space Command with respect to space command, control, and
integration that will be taken during the period covered by the
most recent future-years defense program submitted under section
221 of title 10, United States Code, as of the date of the
briefing.
SEC. 1608. <<NOTE: 10 USC 9081 note.>> PILOT PROGRAM TO
DEMONSTRATE HYBRID SATELLITE
COMMUNICATION ARCHITECTURE.
(a) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Program Required.--Beginning in fiscal
year 2025, the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Space
Acquisition and Integration shall carry out a pilot program to
demonstrate a hybrid satellite communication architecture at the Space
Systems Command of the Space Force.
(b) Requirements and Considerations.--In carrying out the pilot
program under subsection (a), the Assistant Secretary shall include in
the hybrid satellite communication architecture at least one military
satellite communications system, such as the Wideband Global Satcom
system or the Micro Geostationary Earth Orbit system.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing.--Not later than 180 days after the
date of the enactment of this Act, the Assistant Secretary shall provide
to the congressional defense committees a briefing that includes--
(1) <<NOTE: Summary.>> a description of the hybrid satellite
communication architecture developed under the pilot program
under subsection (a) and a summary of the results of the program
as of the date of the briefing; and
(2) <<NOTE: Transition plan.>> a plan for supporting the
transition of the hybrid satellite communication architecture
efforts to a program of record within the Space Force and the
Space Systems Command.
(d) <<NOTE: Definition.>> Hybrid Satellite Communication
Architecture.--In this section, the term ``hybrid satellite
communication architecture'' means the network of integrated United
States Government, allied
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Government, and commercially owned and operated capabilities both for
on-orbit communication constellations and ground systems.
SEC. 1609. MIDDLE EAST INTEGRATED SPACE AND SATELLITE SECURITY
ASSESSMENT.
(a) Assessment.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation
with the Secretary of State, shall conduct an assessment of
space and satellite security for the purpose of identifying
mechanisms, such as improved multilateral data-sharing
agreements, that may be implemented to better protect ally and
partner countries in the area of responsibility of the United
States Central Command from hostile activities conducted by
adversaries against space systems of the United States or such
countries.
(2) Matters to be included.--The assessment required by
paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) An assessment of the threats posed to the United
States and ally or partner countries in the area of
responsibility of the United States Central Command by
adversaries, including Iran and its proxies, from
conducting hostile activities--
(i) against space systems of the United States
or such countries; and
(ii) using capabilities originating from the
space domain.
(B) A description of progress made in--
(i) advancing the integration of countries in
the area of responsibility of the United States
Central Command, including Israel, into existing
multilateral space and satellite security
partnerships; and
(ii) establishing such partnerships with such
countries.
(C) A description of efforts among ally and partner
countries in the area of responsibility of the United
States Central Command to coordinate intelligence,
reconnaissance, and surveillance capabilities and
indicators and warnings with respect to the threats
described in subparagraph (A), and a description of
factors limiting the effectiveness of such efforts.
(D) An assessment of current gaps in the ability of
the Department of Defense to provide space situational
awareness for allies and partners in the area of
responsibility of the United States Central Command.
(E) A description of multilateral space situational
awareness data-sharing agreements and an integrated
space and satellite security architecture that would
improve collective security in the area of
responsibility of the United States Central Command.
(F) A description of current and planned efforts to
engage ally and partner countries in the area of
responsibility of the United States Central Command in
establishing such a multilateral space situational
awareness data-sharing agreement and an integrated space
and satellite security architecture.
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(G) A description of key challenges in achieving
integrated space and satellite security described in
paragraph (1) using the metrics identified in accordance
with paragraph (3).
(H) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations for
development and the implementation of an integrated
space and satellite security strategy based on such
metrics.
(I) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> A cost estimate of
establishing an integrated space and satellite security
strategy, and an assessment of the resources that could
be contributed by ally and partner countries of the
United States to establish and strengthen such
capabilities.
(J) Other matters the Secretary of Defense considers
relevant.
(3) Metrics.--The Secretary of Defense shall identify and
propose metrics to assess progress in the implementation of the
assessment required by paragraph (1).
(b) Report.--
(1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit
to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the
results of the assessment conducted under subsection (a).
(2) Form of report.--The report required by paragraph (1)
shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a
classified annex.
(c) Protection of Sensitive Information.--Any activity carried out
under this section shall be conducted in a manner that appropriately
protects sensitive information and the national security interests of
the United States.
(d) Appropriate Committees of Congress Defined.--In this section,
the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Appropriations, and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the
Senate; and
(2) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Appropriations, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the
House of Representatives.
SEC. 1610. ANNUAL BRIEFING ON COMMERCIAL SPACE STRATEGY OF THE
SPACE FORCE.
(a) Findings.--Congress finds that the strategy of the Space Force
titled ``U.S. Space Force Commercial Space Strategy'' published in April
2024, indicates that the Space Force intends to focus future efforts and
resources on the following mission areas:
(1) Satellite communications.
(2) Space domain awareness.
(3) Space access mobility and logistics.
(4) Tactical surveillance, reconnaissance, and tracking.
(5) Space-based environmental monitoring.
(6) Cyberspace operations.
(7) Command and control.
(8) Positioning, navigation, and timing.
(b) Briefing Required.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> In general.--Not later
than 10 days after the date on which the budget of the President
for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2029 is submitted to
Congress pursuant to section
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1105 of title 31, United States Code, the Chief of Space
Operations, in coordination with the Assistant Secretary of the
Air Force for Space Acquisition and Integration, shall provide
to the congressional defense committees a briefing that includes
the information described in paragraph (2) with respect to each
mission area specified in subsection (a).
(2) Elements.--Each briefing under paragraph (1) shall
include, with respect to each mission area specified in
subsection (a) for the fiscal year concerned, the following:
(A) Of the funds requested for the mission area, the
percentage that are expected to be used to fulfill
requirements through the provision of commercial
solutions compared to the percentage that are expected
to be used to fulfill such requirements through programs
of record.
(B) A description of the requirements for each
mission area and an explanation of whether and how the
use of commercial solutions has been considered for
fulfilling such requirements.
(C) A description of any training or wargaming
exercises that are expected to integrate commercial
solutions and include the participation of providers of
such solutions.
(D) Any force designs of the Space Warfighting
Analysis Center for which commercial solutions were
considered as part of a force design analysis from the
previous fiscal year.
(E) <<NOTE: Update.>> An update on the status of any
efforts to integrate commercial systems into respective
Government architecture.
(F) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> With respect to the
contracts entered into to support the mission area--
(i) the number of such contracts;
(ii) the types of contracts used;
(iii) the length of time covered by such
contracts; and
(iv) the amount of funds committed under such
contracts.
(c) Commercial Solutions Defined.--In this section, the term
``commercial solutions'' includes commercial products, commercial
services, and providers of such products and services.
Subtitle B--Defense Intelligence and Intelligence-Related Activities
SEC. 1611. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO ENGAGE IN
CERTAIN COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES AS
SECURITY FOR INTELLIGENCE COLLECTION
ACTIVITIES.
Section 431 of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by striking ``December 31, 2024'' and
inserting ``December 31, 2028''; and
(2) in subsection (b), by striking paragraph (1) and
inserting the following new paragraph:
``(1)(A) be pre-coordinated with the Director of the Central
Intelligence Agency using procedures mutually agreed upon by the
Secretary of Defense and the Director; and
``(B) where appropriate, be supported by the Director;
and''.
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SEC. 1612. CYBER INTELLIGENCE CAPABILITY.
(a) Establishment.--Chapter 21 of title 10, United States
Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 421.>> is amended by inserting after section
430c, as added by section 921, the following new section:
``Sec. 430d. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 430d.>> Cyber intelligence
capability
``(a) Requirement.--Not later than October 1, 2026, the Secretary of
Defense, in consultation with the Director of National Intelligence,
shall ensure that the Department of Defense has a dedicated cyber
intelligence capability in support of the military cyber operations
requirements for the warfighting missions of the United States Cyber
Command, the other combatant commands, the military departments, the
Defense Agencies, the Joint Staff, and the Office of the Secretary of
Defense with respect to foundational, scientific and technical, and all-
source intelligence on cyber technology development, capabilities,
concepts of operation, operations, and plans and intentions of cyber
threat actors.
``(b) Nonduplication.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary
may not unnecessarily duplicate intelligence activities of the
Department of Defense.
``(c) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Resources.--(1) The Secretary shall
ensure the defense budget materials submitted for each fiscal year
beginning with fiscal year 2027 include a request for funds necessary to
carry out subsection (a).
``(2) The Secretary shall carry out subsection (a) using funds made
available for the United States Cyber Command under the Military
Intelligence Program.
``(3) The National Security Agency may not provide information
technology services for the dedicated cyber intelligence capability
under subsection (a) unless such services are provided under the
Military Intelligence Program or the Information Systems Security
Program.
``(d) Defense Budget Materials Defined.--In this section, the term
`defense budget materials', with respect to a fiscal year, means the
materials submitted to Congress by the Secretary of Defense in support
of the budget for that fiscal year.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Implementation plan.>> Report and Briefing.--
(1) Report.--Not later than January 1, 2026, the Secretary
of Defense shall submit to the appropriate congressional
committees a report containing an implementation plan for
ensuring the dedicated cyber intelligence capability under
section 430d of title 10, United States Code, as added by
subsection (a). The implementation plan shall include--
(A) an articulation of the requirements for such
capability, including with respect to the number and
type of intelligence analysts or other personnel
required to fulfill those requirements;
(B) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> an assessment by the
Director of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation with
respect to the estimated annual cost for developing and
maintaining such capability, including the initial
budget requirements for such capability for fiscal year
2027; and
(C) <<NOTE: Staffing plan.>> an initial staffing
plan, including the development of specific career
identifiers, a recruiting plan, and a career progression
plan.
(2) Briefing.--Not later than 60 days after the date on
which the Secretary submits the report under paragraph (1),
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the Secretary shall provide to the appropriate congressional
committees a briefing on the implementation plan contained in
the report.
(3) Appropriate congressional committees defined.--In this
subsection, the term ``appropriate congressional committees''
means the congressional defense committees and the Permanent
Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of
Representatives.
SEC. 1613. <<NOTE: Time periods.>> AUTHORITY OF ARMY
COUNTERINTELLIGENCE AGENTS.
(a) Authority to Execute Warrants and Make Arrests.--Section 7377 of
title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in the section heading, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 7371.>> by
striking ``Civilian'' and all that follows through the colon and
inserting ``Certain civilian special agents:'' ; and
(2) in subsection (b)--
(A) by inserting ``(1)'' before ``Subsection (a)
applies''; and
(B) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(2) <<NOTE: Effective date. Applicability.>> In addition to
paragraph (1), during the four-year period beginning on the date of the
enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2025, subsection (a) applies to any employee of the Department of the
Army who is a special agent of the Army Counterintelligence Command (or
a successor to that command) whose duties include conducting,
supervising, or coordinating counterintelligence investigations in
programs and operations of the Department of the Army.''.
(b) Annual Report and Briefing.--Not later than one year after the
date of the enactment of this Act and not less frequently than annually
thereafter through 2028, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the
congressional defense committees and the Committees on the Judiciary of
the House of Representatives and Senate an annual report, and shall
provide to such committees an annual briefing, on the administration of
section 7377 of title 10, United States Code, as amended by subsection
(a).
SEC. 1614. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF DEFENSE INTELLIGENCE AND
COUNTERINTELLIGENCE EXPENSE AUTHORITY.
(a) Codification.--
(1) In general.--Section 1057 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92; 133
Stat. 1593) <<NOTE: 10 USC 421 prec., 429a.>> is--
(A) transferred to subchapter I of chapter 21 of
title 10, United States Code;
(B) inserted after section 429 of such title; and
(C) redesignated as section 429a.
(2) Section heading typeface and typestyle.--Section 429a of
title 10, as added by paragraph (1), is amended--
(A) in the enumerator, by striking ``SEC.'' and
inserting ``Sec. ''; and
(B) in the section heading--
(i) by striking the period at the end; and
(ii) by conforming the typeface and typestyle,
including capitalization, to the typeface and
typestyle as used in the section heading of
section 430b of such title.
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(b) Permanent Extension.--Subsection (a) of section 429a, as added
by subsection (a)(1) of this section, is amended by striking ``for any
of fiscal years 2020 through 2025''.
(c) Annual Reports.--Subsection (d) of such section 429a is amended
by striking ``Not later than December 31 of each of 2020 through 2025''
and inserting ``Not later than December 31 of each year''.
(d) Limitation on Delegations.--Subsection (e) of such section 429a
is amended by striking ``$100,000'' and inserting ``$200,000''.
(e) Exclusive Authority.--
(1) In general.--Such section 429a is amended--
(A) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection
(g); and
(B) by inserting after subsection (e) the following
new subsection (f):
``(f) Nonapplication of Section 127.--The authority provided by
subsection (a) shall be the exclusive authority available to the
Secretary of Defense to expend amounts made available for the Military
Intelligence Program for intelligence and counterintelligence objects of
a confidential, extraordinary, or emergency nature.''.
(2) Conforming amendment.--Section 127(a) of title 10,
United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the
following new sentence: ``The authority to expend amounts made
available for the Military Intelligence Program for intelligence
and counterintelligence objects of a confidential,
extraordinary, or emergency nature is provided by section 429a
of this title instead of this section.''.
SEC. 1615. INTELLIGENCE ADVICE AND DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SUPPORT
FOR GOVERNMENT OF ISRAEL IN THE DEFEAT
OF HAMAS.
(a) <<NOTE: Continuation.>> In General.--The Secretary of Defense
and the Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency are authorized to
continue, as directed by the President of the United States, to jointly
cooperate with the Government of Israel on defense intelligence, advice,
and support, to the extent practicable and consistent with United States
objectives, to support Israel's pursuit of the lasting defeat of Hamas.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> Briefing.--Not later than 90
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and not less
frequently than once every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of Defense
shall provide to the congressional defense committees, the Permanent
Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives, and
the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate a briefing on the
intelligence, advice, and support provided to assist the Government of
Israel in achieving the objectives described in subsection (a).
(c) Sunset.--The authority under subsection (a) shall terminate on
the date that is two years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
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Subtitle C--Nuclear Forces
SEC. 1621. ESTABLISHMENT OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR
NUCLEAR DETERRENCE, CHEMICAL, AND
BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE POLICY AND PROGRAMS;
IMPROVEMENTS TO PROCESSES OF THE OFFICE
OF THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE.
(a) In General.--Section 138(b)(4) of title 10, United States Code,
is amended to read as follows:
``(4) One of the Assistant Secretaries is the Assistant Secretary of
Defense for Nuclear Deterrence, Chemical, and Biological Defense Policy
and Programs. The Assistant Secretary is the principal civilian adviser
to the Secretary of Defense on nuclear deterrence policies, operations,
and associated programs within the senior management of the Department
of Defense. The principal duty of the Assistant Secretary shall be the
overall supervision of nuclear deterrence policy, resources, and
activities of the Department of Defense.
``(A) Subject to the authority, direction, and control of
the Secretary of Defense, the Assistant Secretary shall--
``(i) advise and assist the Secretary of Defense,
the Deputy Secretary of Defense, the Under Secretary of
Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, and the Under
Secretary of Defense for Policy in the development and
supervision of policy, program planning and execution,
and allocation and use of resources for the activities
of the Department of Defense on all matters relating to
the sustainment, operation, and modernization of United
States nuclear forces as defined in section 499c(d) of
this title;
``(ii) communicate views on issues within the
responsibility of the Assistant Secretary directly to
the Secretary of Defense and the Deputy Secretary of
Defense without obtaining the approval or concurrence of
any other official within the Department of Defense;
``(iii) serve as the Staff Director of the Nuclear
Weapons Council established by section 179 of this
title;
``(iv) serve as the principal Department of Defense
civilian responsible for oversight of portfolio
management for nuclear forces established by section
499c of this title;
``(v) serve as the principal interface with the
Department of Energy on issues relating to nuclear
fuels;
``(vi) in coordination with the Assistant Secretary
of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment,
advise the Secretary of Defense on nuclear energy
matters; and
``(vii) advise and assist the Secretary of Defense,
the Deputy Secretary of Defense, the Under Secretary of
Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, and the Under
Secretary of Defense for Policy on all matters relating
to the defense against chemical, biological, and other
weapons of mass destruction.
``(B) Unless otherwise directed by the President or statute,
no officer other than the Secretary of Defense, Deputy Secretary
of Defense, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment, and the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy may
intervene to exercise authority, direction, or control over
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the Assistant Secretary in the discharge of responsibilities
specified in subparagraph (A).''.
(b) Modification of Duties for Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment.--Section 133b(b) of title 10, United States
Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (5)--
(A) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``; and'' and
inserting a semicolon; and
(B) by adding after subparagraph (C), the following:
``(D) chairman of the Nuclear Weapons Council
established by section 179 of this title; and
``(E) co-chairman of the Council on Oversight of the
National Leadership Command, Control, and Communications
System established by section 171a of this title;''; and
(2) by amending paragraph (6) to read as follows:
``(6) overseeing--
``(A) the sustainment and modernization of United
States nuclear forces, including the nuclear command,
control, and communications system; and
``(B) military department and Defense Agency
programs to develop defenses against chemical and
biological weapons and capabilities to counter weapons
of mass destruction;''.
(c) Modification of Duties for Under Secretary for Defense for
Policy.--Section 134(b)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (D), by striking ``; and'' and inserting
a semicolon;
(2) in subparagraph (E), by striking the period at the end
and inserting ``; and''; and
(3) by adding at the end, the following new subparagraph
(F):
``(F) the development of strategic policy guidance for the
Department of Defense to enable the achievement of Presidential
objectives outlined within the nuclear weapons employment
guidance of the United States, as described in section 491 of
this title.''.
(d) Conforming Amendments.--The following provisions of law are
amended by striking ``Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Defense
Programs'' each place it appears and inserting ``Nuclear Deterrence,
Chemical, and Biological Defense Policy and Programs'':
(1) Section 179(c) of title 10, United States Code.
(2) Section 492b(b)(2) of such title.
(3) Section 2284(b)(3)(E) of such title.
(4) Section 1412(m) of the Department of Defense
Authorization Act, 1986 (50 U.S.C. 1521(m)).
(5) Section 1067(a)(1) of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (50 U.S.C. 1528(a)(1)).
SEC. 1622. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF CERTIFICATIONS REGARDING
INTEGRATED TACTICAL WARNING AND ATTACK
ASSESSMENT MISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF
THE AIR FORCE.
Section 1666 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 130 Stat. 2617) is amended--
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(1) in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph
(1)--
(A) by striking ``2026'' and inserting ``2030''; and
(B) by striking ``the Commander of the United States
Strategic Command'' and inserting ``the Under Secretary
of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, the
Commander of the United States Strategic Command,'';
(2) by amending subsection (b) to read as follows:
``(b) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Inability To Certify.--If the Commander
of the United States Space Command does not make a certification under
subsection (a) by March 31 of any year in which a certification is
required under such subsection, the Secretary of the Air Force shall--
``(1) not later than June 30 of that year, consolidate all
terrestrial and aerial components of the integrated tactical
warning and attack assessment system of the Department of the
Air Force that are survivable and endurable under the major
command of the Department of the Air Force commanded by the
single general officer that is responsible for all aspects of
the Department of the Air Force nuclear mission, as described by
Air Force Program Action Directive D16-01, dated August 2, 2016;
and
``(2) <<NOTE: Plan.>> not later than April 30 of that year,
submit to the Secretary of Defense and the congressional defense
committees a report describing a plan to achieve such
certification, and the status of programs and plans to meet the
requirements of Presidential directives and Department of
Defense policies applicable to integrated tactical warning and
attack assessment systems that are survivable and endurable.'';
(3) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and
(4) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new
subsection (c):
``(c) Waiver Authority.--The Secretary of Defense may waive the
requirement of paragraph (1) of subsection (b), if the Secretary
certifies to the congressional defense committees that--
``(1) the plan described in paragraph (2) of that subsection
is sufficient to ensure that the Department of the Air Force is
able to satisfy the criteria under subsection (a);
``(2) resourcing for executing such plan shall be addressed,
to the maximum extent possible, within the current fiscal year;
and
``(3) any additional resources necessary to execute such
plan shall be included in future budgetary requests of the
Department of Defense.''.
SEC. 1623. PERIODIC UPDATES ON THE MODERNIZATION OF THE STRATEGIC
AUTOMATED COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM.
Section 1644 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 598) is amended by adding at the
end the following subsection:
``(c) <<NOTE: Effective dates. Deadlines.>> Periodic Updates.--
Beginning not later than March 1, 2025, and not later than each of March
1 and September 1 annually thereafter, the Secretary of the Air Force
shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the
progress of the modernization effort described in subsection (a).''.
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SEC. 1624. MODIFIED REQUIREMENTS FOR REPORT ON THE PLAN FOR THE
NUCLEAR WEAPONS STOCKPILE, NUCLEAR
WEAPONS COMPLEX, NUCLEAR WEAPONS
DELIVERY SYSTEMS, AND NUCLEAR WEAPONS
COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM.
Section 492a of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in the heading, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 491.>> by striking
``Annual'' and inserting ``Biennial'';
(2) in subsection (a)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``the odd-
numbered'' after ``for each of''; and
(B) in paragraph (2)(G), by striking ``year'' both
places it appears and inserting ``report''; and
(3) in subsection (b)--
(A) by striking paragraphs (2) and (3);
(B) by striking ``Budget Office.--'' and all that
follows through ``Not later than July 1'' and inserting
``Budget Office.--Not later than July 1'';
(C) by redesignating subparagraphs (A), (B), (C),
and (D) as paragraphs (1), (2), (3), and (4),
respectively;
(D) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), as
redesignated by subparagraph (C) of this paragraph, by
striking ``covered odd-numbered fiscal year report'' and
inserting ``report required under subsection (a)'';
(E) in paragraph (1), as so redesignated, by
striking ``covered odd-numbered fiscal year''; and
(F) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated, by
striking ``covered odd-numbered fiscal year''.
SEC. 1625. MATTERS RELATING TO PILOT PROGRAM ON DEVELOPMENT OF
REENTRY VEHICLES AND RELATED SYSTEMS.
Section 1645 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 4421 note prec.) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) by striking, ``The Secretary of the Air Force''
and inserting, ``The Secretary of the Army, the
Secretary of the Navy, and the Secretary of the Air
Force, acting jointly or separately,'';
(B) by redesignating paragraphs (2) and (3) as
paragraphs (3) and (4), respectively;
(C) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following
new paragraph (2):
``(2) expand the availability of operationally qualifiable
vendors within the defense industrial base;''; and
(D) by striking, ``reentry vehicles'' each place it
appears and inserting ``reentry vehicles and reentry
systems'';
(2) in subsection (b)(1)--
(A) by striking ``the Secretary'' and inserting
``each Secretary''; and
(B) by striking ``and systems'' and inserting ``and
reentry systems'';
(3) by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following:
``(c) Coordination.--If the Secretary of the Army, the Secretary of
the Navy, or the Secretary of the Air Force, acting jointly or
separately, carries out a pilot program under this section, such
Secretary or Secretaries shall ensure that the activities under the
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pilot program are carried out in coordination with the Under Secretary
of Defense for Research and Engineering and the Director of the Missile
Defense Agency.'';
(4) by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (e); and
(5) by inserting after subsection (c) the following new
subsection (d):
``(d) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Semiannual Briefings.--Not later than
March 1 and September 1 of each year in which the Secretary of the Army,
the Secretary of the Navy, or the Secretary of the Air Force, acting
jointly or separately, carries out a pilot program under this section,
such Secretary or Secretaries shall provide to the congressional defense
committees a briefing on the activities of the pilot program.''.
SEC. 1626. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> EXPANSION OF NUCLEAR LONG RANGE
STANDOFF CAPABILITY.
(a) <<NOTE: Russia.>> In General.--The Secretary of the Air Force
may reconvert the B-52 bombers that had been modified to carry only
conventional weapons to conform to the Treaty between the United States
of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further
Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms signed on April 8,
2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011 (commonly known as the
``New START Treaty''), to be able to carry nuclear weapons.
(b) Conversion of B-52 Bombers.--If the Secretary elects to exercise
the authority under subsection (a), the Secretary shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Certification.>> not later than 30 days after
the expiration of the New Start Treaty, commence the process of
making available for nuclear certification the B-52 bombers
described in subsection (a); and
(2) ensure the reconversion of B-52 bombers described in
such subsection is complete by not later than December 31, 2029.
(c) Funding Profile for Increased Production of the Long Range
Standoff Weapon.-- <<NOTE: Reports.>> Not later than 120 days after the
date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the funding
profile necessary, by fiscal year, to expand by one-third the planned
purchase of the Long Range Standoff Weapon.
SEC. 1627. MATTERS RELATING TO THE NUCLEAR-ARMED SEA-LAUNCHED
CRUISE MISSILE.
(a) James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2023.--Section 1642 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat.
2945) is amended by striking ``W80-4 warhead'' each place it appears and
inserting ``W80-4 ALT or an alternative warhead''.
(b) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024.--
Section 1640 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 595) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) in paragraph (3)--
(i) by striking ``nuclear weapon project for''
and inserting ``nuclear weapon system project
with''; and
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(ii) by inserting ``(or an alternative warhead
in accordance subsection (e))'' after ``W80-4 ALT
warhead'';
(B) in paragraph (4), by striking ``W80-4 ALT''; and
inserting ``nuclear weapon system''; and
(C) in paragraph (5), by striking ``W80-4 ALT
nuclear weapon project'' and inserting ``nuclear weapon
system'';
(2) in subsection (c), by striking ``W80-4 ALT project'' and
inserting ``nuclear weapon system project described in
subsection (a)(3)'';
(3) by redesignating subsections (e) through (g) as
subsections (f) through (h), respectively; and
(4) by inserting after subsection (d) the following new
subsection (e):
``(e) Selection of a Nuclear Weapon System With an Alternative
Warhead.--
``(1) Briefing, certification, and waiting period.--For
purposes of subsection (a)(3), the Secretary of Defense, in
coordination with the Secretary of Energy, may carry out a
nuclear weapons system project with an alternative warhead to
the W80-4 ALT warhead, if--
``(A) the Secretaries jointly provide to the
congressional defense committees a briefing that
includes--
``(i) a description of the alternative warhead
to be developed under the project;
``(ii) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> an estimate
and description of the balance among the costs,
schedule, and programmatic impacts for the
research, development, and production of such
alternative warhead;
``(iii) an explanation of the reasons the
Secretaries intend to develop a nuclear weapon
system with such alternative warhead instead of--
``(I) the W80-4 ALT warhead; or
``(II) any other warhead options
that may have been considered;
``(iv) a written certification from the
Secretaries that--
``(I) if selected as the preferred
option, the nuclear weapon system with
the alternative warhead is expected to
more favorably balance military
effectiveness, cost, schedule, and
programmatic impacts than the nuclear
weapons system with the W80-4 ALT
warhead; and
``(II) <<NOTE: Determination.>> any
funds required for such alternative
warhead will be included in the
materials submitted by the Secretaries
in support of the budget of the
President (as submitted to Congress
pursuant to section 1105 of title 31,
United States Code) until the selected
warhead achieves full operational
capability, as determined by the
Commander of United States Strategic
Command; and
``(B) a period of 45 days has elapsed following the
date on which such briefing was provided.
``(2) <<NOTE: Classified information.>> Form of briefing.--
The briefing under paragraph (1)(A) may be submitted in
classified form.''.
(c) <<NOTE: Effective date. 10 USC 8013 note.>> Establishment of
Program Element.--Beginning on the date of the submission of the budget
of the President for fiscal
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year 2026 in accordance with section 1105(a) of title 31, United States
Code, the Secretary of the Navy shall--
(1) establish a separate, dedicated program element for the
development of a nuclear-armed, sea-launched cruise missile
within the budget program elements for Navy Strategic Systems
Programs; and
(2) ensure that Navy activities in support of such
development are executed within such program element.
(d) <<NOTE: Certification.>> Funding Limitation.--Of the funds
authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available by this Act
for fiscal year 2025 for operations and maintenance, Navy, and made
available to the Secretary of the Navy for the travel of persons, not
more than 90 percent may be obligated or expended until the date on
which the Secretary of the Navy submits to the congressional defense
committees a certification that the Department of the Navy--
(1) has established and staffed a program office for the
development of a nuclear-armed, sea-launched cruise missile
required by section 1640 of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2024; and
(2) is taking the steps required to comply with the
direction promulgated by Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment memorandum titled ``Nuclear-Armed,
Sea-Launched Cruise Missile Program Material Development
Decision Acquisition Memorandum,'' dated March 21, 2024.
SEC. 1628. <<NOTE: Contracts.>> AVAILABILITY OF AIR FORCE
PROCUREMENT FUNDS FOR HEAT SHIELD
MATERIAL FOR MARK 21A REENTRY VEHICLE.
The Secretary of the Air Force may enter into contracts for the
life-of-program procurement of heat shield material and related
processing activities for the Mark 21A reentry vehicle.
SEC. 1629. <<NOTE: 10 USC 493a note.>> CONDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
FOR SENTINEL INTERCONTINENTAL BALLISTIC
MISSILE PROGRAM.
(a) In General.--The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment shall ensure, to the maximum extent practicable that--
(1) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> the contract structure for the
Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile (previously referred
to as the ``ground-based strategic weapon'') program allows for
maximum Federal Government oversight of--
(A) the Aerospace Vehicle Segment program area;
(B) the Launch Control Center program area; and
(C) the Launch Control Facility program area;
(2) such Federal Government oversight includes Federal
Government control of--
(A) preliminary and critical design reviews entrance
criteria, exit criteria; and
(B) certification of completion at the subsystem
level through total system architecture; and
(3) there are opportunities for competition throughout the
lifecycle of the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile
program, including competition across each of the program areas
specified in paragraph (1).
(b) Report.--If the Under Secretary completes a revised Milestone B
approval for such program, the Under Secretary shall, not later than 60
days after the date on which the Under Secretary
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completes such approval, submit to the congressional defense committees
a report that includes a description of how the Under Secretary intends
to satisfy the requirements of subsection (a).
(c) Milestone B Approval Defined.--In this section, the term
``Milestone B approval'' has the meaning given in section 4172 of title
10, United States Code.
SEC. 1630. PROHIBITION ON REDUCTION OF INTERCONTINENTAL BALLISTIC
MISSILES OF THE UNITED STATES.
(a) Prohibition.--Except as provided in subsection (b), none of the
funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act for fiscal year 2025 for
the Department of Defense may be obligated or expended for the
following, and the Department may not otherwise take any action to do
the following:
(1) Reduce, or prepare to reduce, the responsiveness or
alert level of the intercontinental ballistic missiles of the
United States.
(2) Reduce, or prepare to reduce, the quantity of deployed
intercontinental ballistic missiles of the United States to a
number less than 400.
(b) Exception.--The prohibition in subsection (a) shall not apply to
any of the following activities:
(1) The maintenance or sustainment of intercontinental
ballistic missiles.
(2) Ensuring the safety, security, or reliability of
intercontinental ballistic missiles.
(3) Facilitating the transition from the LGM-30G Minuteman
III intercontinental ballistic missile to the LGM-35A Sentinel
intercontinental ballistic missile.
SEC. 1631. LIMITATION ON USE OF FUNDS FOR ALTERING AIR FORCE
GLOBAL STRIKE COMMAND.
(a) Limitation.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated or
otherwise made available by this Act for fiscal year 2025 for the
Department of the Air Force may be obligated or expended to alter or
adjust the existing composition, roles, or responsibilities of Air Force
Global Strike Command in the--
(1) development of military requirements relating to
strategic deterrence; or
(2) execution of Joint Forces Air Component Command
operational and planning support for United States Strategic
Command.
(b) <<NOTE: Plan.>> Report Required.--Not later than April 30, 2025,
the Secretary of the Air Force, in coordination with the Commander of
United States Strategic Command, shall submit to the congressional
defense committees a report outlining a plan for ensuring that any
future adjustments to the composition, roles, or responsibilities of Air
Force Global Strike Command will not adversely affect the missions of
the Air Force Global Strike Command in supporting the operational
requirements of the United States Strategic Command or activities of the
Department of Defense to achieve Presidential nuclear employment
guidance objectives.
(c) Termination.--The limitation under subsection (a) shall
terminate 90 days after the date on which the Secretary of the Air Force
submits the report required by subsection (b).
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SEC. 1632. LIMITATIONS ON USE OF FUNDS TO DISMANTLE B83-1 NUCLEAR
GRAVITY BOMB.
(a) <<NOTE: Strategy.>> Limitation on Travel Expenses.--Of the funds
authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available
for fiscal year 2025 for operation and maintenance, Defense-wide, and
available for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research
and Engineering for travel expenses, not more than 80 percent may be
obligated or expended until the Secretary of Defense submits to the
congressional defense committees the proposed strategy required by
paragraph (3) of subsection (b) of section 1674 of the James M. Inhofe
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-
263).
(b) Limitation on Use to Dismantle.--Except as provided in
subsection (c), none of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this
Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Department
of Energy may be used to dismantle B83-1 nuclear gravity bombs.
(c) Exceptions.--The limitation on the use of funds under subsection
(b) shall not apply--
(1) if the Commander of the United States Strategic Command
submits to the congressional defense committees a certification
that--
(A) the use of funds described in such subsection to
dismantle B83-1 nuclear gravity bombs is in the best
interest of the United States; and
(B) there are no gaps as of the date of the
submission of such certification in the strategic
deterrence posture of the United States; or
(2) with respect to the dismantlement of B83-1 nuclear
gravity bombs for the purpose of supporting safety and
surveillance, sustainment, life extension or modification
programs for the B83-1 or other weapons currently in, or planned
to become part of, the nuclear weapons stockpile of the United
States.
SEC. 1633. LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS PENDING SUBMISSION
OF PLAN FOR DECREASING THE TIME TO
UPLOAD ADDITIONAL WARHEADS TO THE
INTERCONTINENTAL BALLISTIC MISSILE
FLEET.
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act for fiscal
year 2025 for operation and maintenance, Air Force, and available for
the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force for the travel of persons,
not more than 80 percent may be obligated or expended until the date on
which the Secretary of the Air Force submits the plan required by
section 1650 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 601).
SEC. 1634. <<NOTE: Briefing.>> LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
PENDING SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION ON
OPTIONS FOR ENHANCING NATIONAL NUCLEAR
SECURITY ADMINISTRATION ACCESS TO THE
DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL BASE.
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act for fiscal
year 2025 for operation and maintenance, Defense-wide, and available to
the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base
Policy for the travel of persons, not more than 90 percent may be
obligated or expended until the date on which the Assistant Secretary
provides the briefing on options for
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enhancing National Nuclear Security Administration access to the defense
industrial base required by the report of the Committee on Armed
Services of the Senate accompanying S.2226 of the 118th Congress (Senate
Report 118-58).
SEC. 1635. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 4811 note.>> DEFENSE
INDUSTRIAL BASE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
STRATEGY.
(a) Strategy.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with
the Administrator for Nuclear Security and other individuals as the
Secretary determines appropriate, shall commence the implementation of a
strategy for promoting the development of a skilled manufacturing and
high-demand vocational trade workforce to support the expansion of the
national technology and industrial base and nuclear security enterprise.
(b) Report; Briefings.--
(1) Report.--Not later than 60 days after the development of
the strategy under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to
the Committees on Armed Services of the House of Representatives
and the Senate a report that outlines the strategy and includes
a detailed description of measures to implement the strategy,
including planned schedules and progress milestones.
(2) Briefings.--Beginning in 2026, and on a biennial basis
until 2032, the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial
Base Policy shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of
the House of Representatives and the Senate a briefing on
progress made in implementing the strategy under subsection (a).
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``national technology and industrial base'' has
the meaning given that term in section 4801 of title 10, United
States Code.
(2) The term ``nuclear security enterprise'' has the meaning
given that term in section 4002 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act
(50 U.S.C. 2501).
SEC. 1636. LONG-TERM PLAN FOR STRATEGIC NUCLEAR FORCES DURING
DELIVERY VEHICLE TRANSITION.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Plan Required.--Not later than one year
after the date of the enactment of this Act and biennially thereafter
through 2031, the Commander of the United States Strategic Command shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a plan for deployed
strategic nuclear warheads over the covered period, during which changes
are expected to be made to strategic delivery systems.
(b) Elements.--Each plan under subsection (a) shall include the
following:
(1) A baseline strategy for maintaining a minimum of 1,550
nuclear warheads deployed on land-based intercontinental
ballistic missiles, submarine-launched intercontinental
ballistic missiles, and counted for deployed heavy bombers (as
defined under the New START Treaty) during the covered period.
(2) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> For each year of the covered period,
an estimate of the number of available strategic delivery
systems, by type, and the number of deployed warheads associated
with such systems.
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(3) <<NOTE: Summary.>> A summary of operational
considerations, including, as necessary, the identification of
areas in which greater risk is being accepted.
(4) A description of contingency plans in the event of
reduced strategic delivery system availability due to
programmatic delays, aging, or other such factors.
(5) <<NOTE: Review.>> A review of the importance and impact
of nuclear risk and reduction arms control.
(6) Any other matters the Commander of the United States
Strategic Command determines appropriate for inclusion in the
plan.
(c) Coordination.--In preparing each plan required under this
section, the Commander of the United States Strategic Command shall
coordinate with--
(1) the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment;
(2) the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy; and
(3) the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
(d) Definitions.--
(1) The term ``covered period'' means the period beginning
on January 1, 2028, and ending on January 1, 2036.
(2) The term ``New START Treaty'' means the Treaty between
the United States of America and the Russian Federation on
Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic
Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force
on February 5, 2011.
(3) The term ``strategic delivery system'' means land-based
intercontinental ballistic missiles, submarine-launched
intercontinental ballistic missiles, long range air-launched
cruise missiles, and nuclear-capable heavy bomber aircraft.
SEC. 1637. REPORTS AND BRIEFINGS ON RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE
CONGRESSIONAL COMMISSION ON THE
STRATEGIC POSTURE OF THE UNITED STATES.
(a) <<NOTE: 10 USC 491 note.>> Statement of Policy.--It is the
policy of the United States that--
(1) the deterrence of strategic attacks, and in particular
nuclear attacks, against the United States and its allies is the
highest defense priority of the United States; and
(2) the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Energy are
provided with all necessary authorities and resources required
to ensure the maintenance of a modern, effective strategic
deterrent to meet the emerging suite of unprecedented strategic
threats against the United States.
(b) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In General.--Not later than March 31 of
each of years 2025 through 2030, the Secretary of Defense and the
Secretary of Energy, acting through the Chairman of the Nuclear Weapons
Council, shall provide to the congressional defense committees a
briefing on the progress of each such Secretary with respect to
implementing the recommendations made by the Congressional Commission on
the Strategic Posture of the United States established under section
1687 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022
(Public Law 117-81) in the document titled ``America's Strategic
Posture: The Final Report of the Congressional Commission on the
Strategic Posture of the United States'' (and dated October 2023).
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(c) Elements.--Each briefing required by subsection (b) shall
include the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of the extent to
which the implementation of each recommendation may contribute
to the deterrence of particular threats anticipated during the
period covered by such document.
(2) <<NOTE: Determination.>> A determination of whether each
recommendation has been, or will be, implemented by the
Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of Energy.
(3) For each recommendation that has been, or will be,
implemented--
(A) <<NOTE: Implementation plan.>> the plan for such
implementation, or, if applicable, a description of how
such recommendation was implemented;
(B) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> an estimate of the cost
of implementation;
(C) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> the timeline for such
implementation; and
(D) a description of any additional resources the
Secretary concerned determines necessary for such
implementation.
(4) <<NOTE: Determination. Analysis.>> In the case of a
recommendation the Secretary concerned determines the relevant
Department is already implementing through a separate effort,
the analysis and justification of the Secretary for such
determination.
(5) A description of any anticipated impacts to the Defense
Industrial Base or the Nuclear Security Enterprise required to
support a recommendation, and any projected net benefits to the
economic competitiveness of the United States.
(6) A description of the impact, if any, of implementing a
recommendation with respect to other activities of the
Department of Defense or the Department of Energy.
(7) Such other information as the Chairman of the Nuclear
Weapons Council determines relevant.
SEC. 1638. SENSE OF CONGRESS WITH RESPECT TO USE OF ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE TO SUPPORT STRATEGIC
DETERRENCE.
(a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that--
(1) the considered use of artificial intelligence and
machine learning tools presents opportunities to strengthen the
security of critical strategic communications and early warning
networks, improve the efficiency of planning processes to reduce
the risk of collateral damage, and enhance U.S. capabilities for
modeling weapons functionality in support of stockpile
stewardship; and
(2) even with such applications, particular care must be
taken to ensure that the incorporation of artificial
intelligence and machine learning tools does not increase the
risk that our Nation's most critical strategic assets can be
compromised.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 491 note.>> Statement of Policy.--It is the
policy of the United States that the use of artificial intelligence
efforts should not compromise the integrity of nuclear safeguards,
whether through the functionality of weapons systems, the validation of
communications from command authorities, or the principle of requiring
positive human actions in execution of decisions by the President with
respect to the employment of nuclear weapons.
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Subtitle D--Missile Defense Programs
SEC. 1641. EXPANSION OF CERTAIN PROHIBITIONS RELATING TO MISSILE
DEFENSE INFORMATION AND SYSTEMS TO APPLY
TO PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA.
Section 5551 of title 10, United States Code, as added by section
1649, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by inserting ``or the People's
Republic of China'' after ``the Russian Federation'';
(2) in subsection (b), by inserting ``or the People's
Republic of China'' after ``the Russian Federation''; and
(3) in subsection (c), by inserting ``or the People's
Republic of China'' after ``the Russian Federation''.
SEC. 1642. ADDITIONAL MISSILE DEFENSE SITE FOR PROTECTION OF
UNITED STATES HOMELAND.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Establishment of Additional Interceptor
Site.--Subject to the availability of appropriations for such purpose,
not later than December 31, 2030, the Director of the Missile Defense
Agency shall establish a fully operational third continental United
States interceptor site on the East Coast of the United States. The
Director shall establish such site at a location optimized to support
the defense of the homeland of the United States from emerging long-
range missile threats.
(b) Coordination.--In establishing the interceptor site required
under subsection (a), the Director shall coordinate with the commander
of the relevant combatant command.
(c) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Plan and Updates.--Concurrent with the
submission of the budget of the President to Congress pursuant to
section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code, for each of fiscal
years 2026 through 2031, the Director shall submit to the congressional
defense committees--
(1) a plan for establishing the interceptor site required
under subsection (a); and
(2) an update on the progress of the Director in
establishing such site.
SEC. 1643. ADVICE AND ASSISTANCE REGARDING ENHANCEMENT OF
JORDANIAN AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the
Secretary of State and the Commander of the United States Central
Command, may seek to advise and assist the Kingdom of Jordan in
enhancing capabilities for countering air and missile threats from Iran
and groups linked to Iran, including the threat from unmanned aerial
systems, that threaten the United States, Jordan, and other allies and
partners of the United States.
(b) Protection of Sensitive Technology and Information.--The
Secretary shall ensure that any advice or assistance provided under this
section appropriately protects sensitive technology and information and
the national security interests of the United States and Jordan.
(c) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Middle East Integrated Air and Missile
Defense.--Pursuant to section 1658 of the James M. Inhofe National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 136
Stat. 2951), the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the
Secretary of State, shall assess the feasibility of including Jordan in
a multinational integrated air and missile defense architecture
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to protect the people, infrastructure, and territory of Jordan from
cruise and ballistic missiles, manned and unmanned aerial systems, and
rocket attacks from Iran and groups linked to Iran.
SEC. 1644. IRON DOME SHORT-RANGE ROCKET DEFENSE SYSTEM AND ISRAELI
COOPERATIVE MISSILE DEFENSE PROGRAM CO-
DEVELOPMENT AND CO-PRODUCTION.
(a) Iron Dome Short-range Rocket Defense System.--
(1) Availability of funds.--Of the funds authorized to be
appropriated by this Act for fiscal year 2025 for procurement,
Defense-wide, and available for the Missile Defense Agency, not
more than $110,000,000 may be provided to the Government of
Israel to procure components for the Iron Dome short-range
rocket defense system through co-production of such components
in the United States by industry of the United States.
(2) Conditions.--
(A) Agreement.--Funds described in paragraph (1) for
the Iron Dome short-range rocket defense program shall
be available subject to the terms and conditions in the
Agreement Between the Department of Defense of the
United States of America and the Ministry of Defense of
the State of Israel Concerning Iron Dome Defense System
Procurement, signed on March 5, 2014, as amended to
include co-production for Tamir interceptors.
(B) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Certification.--Not later
than 30 days prior to the initial obligation of funds
described in paragraph (1), the Under Secretary of
Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment shall submit to
the appropriate congressional committees--
(i) a certification that the amended bilateral
international agreement specified in subparagraph
(A) is being implemented as provided in such
agreement;
(ii) an assessment detailing any risks
relating to the implementation of such agreement;
and
(iii) for system improvements resulting in
modified Iron Dome components and Tamir
interceptor sub-components, a certification that
the Government of Israel has demonstrated
successful completion of Production Readiness
Reviews, including the validation of production
lines, the verification of component conformance,
and the verification of performance to
specification as defined in the Iron Dome Defense
System Procurement Agreement, as further amended.
(b) Israeli Cooperative Missile Defense Program, David's Sling
Weapon System Co-production.--
(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (3), of the funds
authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025 for
procurement, Defense-wide, and available for the Missile Defense
Agency not more than $40,000,000 may be provided to the
Government of Israel to procure the David's Sling Weapon System,
including for co-production of parts and components in the
United States by United States industry.
(2) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Agreement.--Provision of funds
specified in paragraph (1) shall be subject to the terms and
conditions in the bilateral co-production agreement, including--
(A) a one-for-one cash match is made by Israel or in
another matching amount that otherwise meets best
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efforts (as mutually agreed to by the United States and
Israel); and
(B) co-production of parts, components, and all-up
rounds (if appropriate) in the United States by United
States industry for the David's Sling Weapon System is
not less than 50 percent.
(3) Certification and assessment.--The Under Secretary of
Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment shall submit to the
appropriate congressional committees--
(A) a certification that the Government of Israel
has demonstrated the successful completion of the
knowledge points, technical milestones, and Production
Readiness Reviews required by the research, development,
and technology agreement and the bilateral co-production
agreement for the David's Sling Weapon System; and
(B) an assessment detailing any risks relating to
the implementation of such agreement.
(c) Israeli Cooperative Missile Defense Program, Arrow 3 Upper Tier
Interceptor Program Co-production.--
(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), of the funds
authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025 for
procurement, Defense-wide, and available for the Missile Defense
Agency not more than $50,000,000 may be provided to the
Government of Israel for the Arrow 3 Upper Tier Interceptor
Program, including for co-production of parts and components in
the United States by United States industry.
(2) Certification.--The Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment shall submit to the appropriate
congressional committees a certification that--
(A) the Government of Israel has demonstrated the
successful completion of the knowledge points, technical
milestones, and Production Readiness Reviews required by
the research, development, and technology agreement for
the Arrow 3 Upper Tier Interceptor Program;
(B) funds specified in paragraph (1) will be
provided on the basis of a one-for-one cash match made
by Israel or in another matching amount that otherwise
meets best efforts (as mutually agreed to by the United
States and Israel);
(C) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> the United States has
entered into a bilateral international agreement with
Israel that establishes, with respect to the use of such
funds--
(i) in accordance with subparagraph (D), the
terms of co-production of parts and components on
the basis of the greatest practicable co-
production of parts, components, and all-up rounds
(if appropriate) by United States industry and
minimizes nonrecurring engineering and
facilitization expenses to the costs needed for
co-production;
(ii) complete transparency on the requirement
of Israel for the number of interceptors and
batteries that will be procured, including with
respect to the procurement plans, acquisition
strategy, and funding profiles of Israel;
(iii) technical milestones for co-production
of parts and components and procurement;
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(iv) a joint affordability working group to
consider cost reduction initiatives; and
(v) joint approval processes for third-party
sales; and
(D) the level of co-production described in
subparagraph (C)(i) for the Arrow 3 Upper Tier
Interceptor Program is not less than 50 percent.
(d) <<NOTE: Certifications.>> Number.--In carrying out paragraph (2)
of subsection (b) and paragraph (2) of subsection (c), the Under
Secretary may submit--
(1) one certification covering both the David's Sling Weapon
System and the Arrow 3 Upper Tier Interceptor Program; or
(2) separate certifications for each respective system.
(e) Timing.--The Under Secretary shall submit to the congressional
defense committees the certification and assessment under subsection
(b)(3) and the certification under subsection (c)(2) not later than 30
days before the funds specified in paragraph (1) of subsections (b) and
(c) for the respective system covered by the certification are provided
to the Government of Israel.
(f) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section,
the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means the following:
(1) The congressional defense committees.
(2) The Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate.
(3) The Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of
Representatives.
SEC. 1645. <<NOTE: Certification. Notification.>> LIMITATION ON
AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS WITH RESPECT TO
CERTAIN MISSILE DEFENSE SYSTEM
GOVERNANCE DOCUMENTS, POLICIES, AND
PROCEDURES.
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise
made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Under Secretary of Defense
for Research and Engineering for travel, not more than 90 percent may be
obligated or expended until the date on which such Under Secretary
submits to the congressional defense committees a certification that a
notification to repeal, replace, or supersede the Directive-type
Memorandum 20-002 has been submitted--
(1) in accordance with section 205(b) of title 10, United
States Code; and
(2) pursuant to section 1667 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10
U.S.C. 205 note).
SEC. 1646. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5501 note.>> CONGRESSIONAL NOTIFICATION
REQUIREMENT WITH RESPECT TO INCIDENTS
THAT AFFECT AVAILABILITY OF UNITED
STATES HOMELAND MISSILE DEFENSES.
(a) <<NOTE: Determination. Deadline.>> Requirement.--If the
Secretary of Defense determines that an incident has affected the
availability of the ground-based midcourse defense system, or has
impeded the function of such system, in a manner that inhibits the
capability of such system to adequately respond to the operational
mission of such system as required by the Commander of the United States
Northern Command, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate Members
of Congress a notification of such incident by not later than 24 hours
after the Secretary makes such determination.
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(b) Appropriate Members of Congress Defined.--In this section, the
term ``appropriate Members of Congress'' means each chair and ranking
member of the congressional defense committees.
SEC. 1647. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> PLAN FOR COMPREHENSIVE BALLISTIC
MISSILE DEFENSE RADAR COVERAGE OF GUAM.
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Commander of the United States Indo-Pacific Command, in coordination
with the Secretary of the Army, the Under Secretary of Defense for
Acquisition and Sustainment, and the Director of the Missile Defense
Agency, shall submit to the congressional defense committees a plan,
including an implementation schedule, for--
(1) <<NOTE: China. North Korea.>> providing simultaneous
radar coverage of ballistic missile threats against Guam from
the People's Republic of China and the Democratic People's
Republic of Korea; and
(2) enabling the effective engagement of Terminal High
Altitude Area Defense interceptors against incoming ballistic
missile attacks on Guam, as required.
SEC. 1648. ANNUAL BRIEFING ON MISSILE DEFENSE OF GUAM.
(a) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Briefings Required.--Concurrent with
the first submission to Congress of a budget pursuant to section 1105(a)
of title 31, United States Code, after the date of the enactment of this
Act, and with each submission of a budget to Congress pursuant to such
section until the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and
Sustainment determines that the missile defense system protecting Guam
achieves full operational capability, the Under Secretary shall provide
to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the missile
defense of Guam.
(b) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Elements.--Each briefing under subsection
(a) shall cover the following:
(1) The current architecture of the missile defense system
protecting Guam as compared to the prior year.
(2) <<NOTE: List.>> A consolidated list of funds estimated
within the most recent future-years defense program under
section 221 of title 10, United States Code, for the missile
defense of Guam as compared to the prior fiscal year, including
with respect to--
(A) missile defense systems;
(B) missile defense interceptors;
(C) network and communications systems;
(D) research, development, test, and evaluation;
(E) software development;
(F) military construction;
(G) operations and maintenance, including advanced
planning and infrastructure sustainment, renovation, and
maintenance funds;
(H) civilian and military personnel, including
quality of life supporting functions; and
(I) such other matters as the Under Secretary
considers appropriate.
(c) Major Highlights.--Each briefing under subsection (a) shall
include notable highlights and changes affecting the progress towards
initial and full operational capability of the missile defense system
protecting Guam.
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SEC. 1649. ORGANIZATION AND CODIFICATION OF PROVISIONS OF LAW
RELATING TO MISSILE DEFENSE.
(a) In General.--Subtitle A of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following new part:
``PART VI-- <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 101, prec. 5501.>> ELEMENTS OF
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE AND OTHER MATTERS
``Subpart A-- <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 101, prec. 5501.>> Elements
``CHAPTER 551-- <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 101, prec. 5501.>> MISSILE DEFENSE
``subchapter i--organization
``5501. National missile defense policy.
``5502. Missile defense agency.
``subchapter ii--budget and acquisition matters
``5511. Ballistic missile defense programs: program elements.
``5512. Ballistic missile defense programs: display of amounts for
research, development, test, and evaluation.
``5513. Unfunded priorities of the missile defense agency: annual
report.
``5514. Acquisition accountability on the missile defense system.
``5515. Missile defense and defeat programs: major force program and
budget assessment.
``subchapter iii--missile defense capabilities
``5531. Technical authority for integrated air and missile defense
activities and programs.
``5532. Hypersonic defense capability development.
``5533. Required testing of ground-based midcourse defense element of
ballistic missile defense system.
``5534. Integration and interoperability of air and missile defense
capabilities.
``5535. Development of requirements to support integrated air and
missile defense capabilities.
``5536. Testing and assessment of missile defense systems prior to
production and deployment.
``5537. Limitation on Missile Defense Agency production of satellites
and ground systems associated with operation of such
satellites.
``subchapter iv--missile defense information
``5551. Prohibitions relating to missile defense information and
systems.
``5552. Biannual briefing on missile defense and related activities.
``5553. Provision of information on flight testing of ground-based
midcourse national missile defense system.
``SUBCHAPTER I-- <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 5501.>> ORGANIZATION
``Sec. 5501. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5501.>> National missile defense
policy
``It is the policy of the United States--
``(1) to research, develop, test, procure, deploy, and
sustain, with funding subject to the annual authorization of
appropriations for National Missile Defense, systems that
provide effective, layered missile defense capabilities to
defeat increasingly complex missile threats in all phases of
flight; and
``(2) to rely on nuclear deterrence to address more
sophisticated and larger quantity near-peer intercontinental
missile threats to the homeland of the United States.
``Sec. 5502. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5502.>> Missile defense agency
``(a) Appointment of Director.--The Director of the Missile Defense
Agency shall be a general or flag officer appointed for a six-year term.
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``(b) <<NOTE: Appointment.>> Deputy Director.--(1) There is a Deputy
Director of the Missile Defense Agency, who shall be appointed by the
Secretary of Defense from among the general officers on active duty in
the Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Space Force, or from among the
flag officers on active duty in the Navy. In selecting an individual to
serve as the Deputy Director, the Secretary of Defense shall select an
individual who serves in a different armed force than the armed force in
which the Director serves.
``(2) The Deputy Director shall be appointed for a term of not fewer
than two, and not more than four years.
``(3) The Deputy Director shall be under the authority, direction,
and control of the Director of the Missile Defense Agency.
``(4) The Deputy Director shall--
``(A) carry out such responsibilities as may be assigned by
the Director; and
``(B) serve as acting director during periods of absence by
the Director, or at such times as the office of the Director is
vacant.
``(c) Notification of Changes to Non-standard Acquisition and
Requirements Processes and Responsibilities.--(1) The Secretary of
Defense may not make any changes to the missile defense non-standard
acquisition and requirements processes and responsibilities unless, with
respect to those proposed changes--
``(A) the Secretary, without delegation, has taken each of
the actions specified in paragraph (2); and
``(B) <<NOTE: Time period.>> a period of 120 days has
elapsed following the date on which the Secretary submits the
report under subparagraph (C) of such paragraph.
``(2) If the Secretary proposes to make changes to the missile
defense non-standard acquisition and requirements processes and
responsibilities, the Secretary shall--
``(A) <<NOTE: Consultation.>> consult with the Under
Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, the Under
Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, the Under
Secretary of Defense for Policy, the Secretaries of the military
departments, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the
Commander of the United States Strategic Command, the Commander
of the United States Northern Command, and the Director of the
Missile Defense Agency, regarding the changes;
``(B) <<NOTE: Certification.>> certify to the congressional
defense committees that the Secretary has coordinated the
changes with, and received the views of, the individuals
referred to in subparagraph (A);
``(C) <<NOTE: Reports.>> submit to the congressional defense
committees a report that contains--
``(i) a description of the changes, the rationale
for the changes, and the views of the individuals
referred to in subparagraph (A) with respect to the
changes;
``(ii) <<NOTE: Certification.>> a certification that
the changes will not impair the missile defense
capabilities of the United States nor degrade the unique
special acquisition authorities of the Missile Defense
Agency; and
``(iii) <<NOTE: Records.>> with respect to any such
changes to Department of Defense Directive 5134.09, or
successor directive issued in accordance with this
subsection, a final draft of the proposed modified
directive, both in an electronic format and in a hard
copy format; and
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``(D) <<NOTE: Briefing.>> with respect to any such changes
to Department of Defense Directive 5134.09, or successor
directive issued in accordance with this subsection, provide to
such committees a briefing on the proposed modified directive
described in subparagraph (C)(iii).
``(3) <<NOTE: Definition.>> In this subsection, the term `non-
standard acquisition and requirements processes and responsibilities'
means the processes and responsibilities described in--
``(A) the memorandum of the Secretary of Defense titled
`Missile Defense Program Direction' signed on January 2, 2002,
as in effect on the date of the enactment of this subsection or
as modified in accordance with this subsection, or any successor
memorandum issued in accordance with this subsection;
``(B) Department of Defense Directive 5134.09, as in effect
on the date of the enactment of this subsection (without regard
to any modifications described in Directive-type Memorandum 20-
002 of the Deputy Secretary of Defense, or any amendments or
extensions thereto made before the date of such enactment), or
as modified in accordance with this subsection, or any successor
directive issued in accordance with this subsection; and
``(C) United States Strategic Command Instruction 538-3
titled `MD Warfighter Involvement Process', as in effect on the
date of the enactment of this subsection or as modified in
accordance with this subsection, or any successor instruction
issued in accordance with this subsection.
``SUBCHAPTER II-- <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 5511.>> BUDGET AND ACQUISITION
MATTERS
``Sec. 5511. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5511.>> Ballistic missile defense
programs: program elements
``(a) Program Elements Specified by President.--In the budget
justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the
Department of Defense budget for any fiscal year (as submitted with the
budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31), the amount
requested for activities of the Missile Defense Agency shall be set
forth in accordance with such program elements as the President may
specify.
``(b) Separate Program Elements for Programs Entering Engineering
and Manufacturing Development.--(1) The Secretary of Defense shall
ensure that each ballistic missile defense program that enters
engineering and manufacturing development is assigned a separate,
dedicated program element.
``(2) <<NOTE: Definition.>> In this subsection, the term
`engineering and manufacturing development' means the period in the
course of an acquisition program during which the primary objectives are
to--
``(A) translate the most promising design approach into a
stable, interoperable, producible, supportable, and cost-
effective design;
``(B) validate the manufacturing or production process; and
``(C) demonstrate system capabilities through testing.
``(c) Management and Support.--The amount requested for a fiscal
year for any program element specified for that fiscal year pursuant to
subsection (a) shall include requests for the amounts necessary for the
management and support of the programs, projects, and activities
contained in that program element.
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``Sec. 5512. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5512.>> Ballistic missile defense
programs: display of amounts for research,
development, test, and evaluation
``(a) Requirement.--Any amount in the budget submitted to Congress
under section 1105 of title 31 for any fiscal year for research,
development, test, and evaluation for the integration of a ballistic
missile defense element into the overall ballistic missile defense
architecture shall be set forth under the account of the Department of
Defense for Defense-wide research, development, test, and evaluation
and, within that account, under the subaccount (or other budget activity
level) for the Missile Defense Agency.
``(b) Transfer Criteria.--(1) The Secretary of Defense shall
establish criteria for the transfer of responsibility for a ballistic
missile defense program from the Director of the Missile Defense Agency
to the Secretary of a military department. The criteria established for
such a transfer shall, at a minimum, address the following:
``(A) The technical maturity of the program.
``(B) The availability of facilities for production.
``(C) The commitment of the Secretary of the military
department concerned to procurement funding for that program, as
shown by funding through the future-years defense program and
other defense planning documents.
``(2) <<NOTE: Submission.>> The Secretary shall submit the criteria
established, and any modifications to those criteria, to the
congressional defense committees.
``(c) Notification of Transfer.--Before responsibility for a
ballistic missile defense program is transferred from the Director of
the Missile Defense Agency to the Secretary of a military department,
the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense
committees notice in writing of the Secretary's intent to make that
transfer. <<NOTE: Certification.>> The Secretary shall include with such
notice a certification that the program has met the criteria established
under subsection (b) for such a transfer. <<NOTE: Time period.>> The
transfer may then be carried out after the end of the 60-day period
beginning on the date of such notice.
``(d) Conforming Budget and Planning Transfers.--When a ballistic
missile defense program is transferred from the Missile Defense Agency
to the Secretary of a military department in accordance with this
section, the Secretary of Defense shall ensure that all appropriate
conforming changes are made to proposed or projected funding allocations
in the future-years defense program under section 221 of this title and
other Department of Defense program, budget, and planning documents.
``(e) Follow-on Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation.--The
Secretary of Defense shall ensure that, before a ballistic missile
defense program is transferred from the Director of the Missile Defense
Agency to the Secretary of a military department, roles and
responsibilities for research, development, test, and evaluation related
to system improvements for that program are clearly delineated.
``Sec. 5513. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5513.>> Unfunded priorities of the
missile defense agency: annual report
``(a) Reports.--Not later than 10 days after the date on which the
budget of the President for a fiscal year is submitted to Congress
pursuant to section 1105 of title 31, the Director of the Missile
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Defense Agency shall submit to the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman
of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and to the congressional defense
committees, a report on the unfunded priorities of the Missile Defense
Agency.
``(b) Elements.--
``(1) In general.--Each report under subsection (a) shall
specify, for each unfunded priority covered by such report, the
following:
``(A) A summary description of such priority,
including the objectives to be achieved if such priority
is funded (whether in whole or in part).
``(B) The additional amount of funds recommended in
connection with the objectives under subparagraph (A).
``(C) Account information with respect to such
priority, including the following (as applicable):
``(i) Line Item Number (LIN) for applicable
procurement accounts.
``(ii) Program Element (PE) number for
applicable research, development, test, and
evaluation accounts.
``(iii) Sub-activity group (SAG) for
applicable operation and maintenance accounts.
``(2) Prioritization of priorities.--Each report under
subsection (a) shall present the unfunded priorities covered by
such report in order of urgency of priority.
``(c) Unfunded Priority Defined.--In this section, the term
`unfunded priority', in the case of a fiscal year, means a program,
activity, or mission requirement of the Missile Defense Agency that--
``(1) is not funded in the budget of the President for the
fiscal year as submitted to Congress pursuant to section 1105 of
title 31, United States Code;
``(2) is necessary to fulfill a requirement associated with
an operational or contingency plan of a combatant command or
other validated requirement; and
``(3) would have been recommended for funding through the
budget referred to in paragraph (1) by the Director of the
Missile Defense Agency in connection with the budget if
additional resources had been available for the budget to fund
the program, activity, or mission requirement.
``Sec. 5514. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5514.>> Acquisition accountability on
the missile defense system
``(a) Baselines Required.--(1) In accordance with paragraph (2), the
Director of the Missile Defense Agency shall establish and maintain an
acquisition baseline for--
``(A) each program element of the missile defense system, as
specified in section 223 of this title; and
``(B) each designated major subprogram of such program
elements.
``(2) The Director shall establish an acquisition baseline required
by paragraph (1) before the date on which the program element or major
subprogram enters--
``(A) engineering and manufacturing development (or its
equivalent); and
``(B) production and deployment.
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``(3) Except as provided by subsection (c), the Director may not
adjust or revise an acquisition baseline established under this section.
``(b) Elements of Baselines.--Each acquisition baseline required by
subsection (a) for a program element or major subprogram shall include
the following:
``(1) A comprehensive schedule, including--
``(A) research and development milestones;
``(B) acquisition milestones, including design
reviews and key decision points;
``(C) key test events, including ground, flight, and
cybersecurity tests and ballistic missile defense system
tests;
``(D) delivery and fielding schedules;
``(E) quantities of assets planned for acquisition
and delivery in total and by fiscal year; and
``(F) planned contract award dates.
``(2) A detailed technical description of--
``(A) the capability to be developed, including
hardware and software;
``(B) system requirements, including performance
requirements;
``(C) how the proposed capability satisfies a
capability requirement or performance attribute
identified through--
``(i) the missile defense warfighter
involvement process, as governed by United States
Strategic Command Instruction 538-03, or such
successor document; or
``(ii) processes and products approved by the
Joint Chiefs of Staff or Joint Requirements
Oversight Council;
``(D) key knowledge points that must be achieved to
permit continuation of the program and to inform
production and deployment decisions; and
``(E) how the Director plans to improve the
capability over time.
``(3) A cost estimate, including--
``(A) a life-cycle cost estimate that separately
identifies the costs regarding research and development,
procurement, military construction, operations and
sustainment, and disposal;
``(B) program acquisition unit costs for the program
element;
``(C) average procurement unit costs and program
acquisition costs for the program element;
``(D) an identification of when the document
regarding the program joint cost analysis requirements
description is scheduled to be approved; and
``(E) an explanation for why a program joint cost
analysis requirements description has not been prepared
and approved, and, if a program joint cost analysis
requirements description is not applicable, the
rationale for such inapplicability.
``(4) A test baseline summarizing the comprehensive test
program for the program element or major subprogram outlined in
the integrated master test plan.
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``(c) <<NOTE: Notification.>> Exception to Limitation on Revision.--
The Director may adjust or revise an acquisition baseline established
under this section if the Director submits to the congressional defense
committees notification of--
``(1) a justification for such adjustment or revision;
``(2) the specific adjustments or revisions made to the
acquisition baseline, including to the elements described in
subsection (b); and
``(3) the effective date of the adjusted or revised
acquisition baseline.
``(d) Operations and Sustainment Cost Estimates.--The Director shall
ensure that each life-cycle cost estimate included in an acquisition
baseline pursuant to subsection (b)(3)(A) includes--
``(1) all of the operations and sustainment costs for which
the Director is responsible;
``(2) a description of the operations and sustainment
functions and costs for which a military department is
responsible;
``(3) the amount of operations and sustainment costs (dollar
value and base year) for which the military department or other
element of the Department of Defense is responsible; and
``(4)(A) a citation to the source (such as a joint cost
estimate or one or more military department estimates) that
captures the operations and sustainment costs for which a
military department or other element of the Department of
Defense is responsible;
``(B) the date the source was prepared; and
``(C) if and when the source was independently verified by
the Office for Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation.
``Sec. 5515. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5515.>> Missile defense and defeat
programs: major force program and budget
assessment
``(a) Establishment of Major Force Program.--The Secretary of
Defense shall establish a unified major force program for missile
defense and defeat programs pursuant to section 222(b) of this title to
prioritize missile defense and defeat programs in accordance with the
requirements of the Department of Defense and national security.
``(b) <<NOTE: Time periods. Reports.>> Budget Assessment.--(1) The
Secretary shall include with the defense budget materials for each of
fiscal years 2019 through 2030 a report on the budget for missile
defense and defeat programs of the Department of Defense.
``(2) Each report on the budget for missile defense and defeat
programs of the Department under paragraph (1) shall include the
following:
``(A) <<NOTE: Overview.>> An overview of the budget,
including--
``(i) a comparison between that budget, the previous
budget, the most recent and prior future-years defense
program submitted to Congress under section 221 of this
title (such comparison shall exclude the responsibility
for research and development of the continuing
improvement of such missile defense and defeat program),
and the amounts appropriated for such missile defense
and defeat programs during the previous fiscal year; and
``(ii) the specific identification, as a budgetary
line item, for the funding under such programs.
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``(B) An assessment of the budget, including significant
changes, priorities, challenges, and risks.
``(C) Any additional matters the Secretary determines
appropriate.
``(3) Each report under paragraph (1) shall be submitted in
unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
``(c) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `budget', with respect to a fiscal year,
means the budget for that fiscal year that is submitted to
Congress by the President under section 1105(a) of title 31.
``(2) The term `defense budget materials', with respect to a
fiscal year, means the materials submitted to Congress by the
Secretary of Defense in support of the budget for that fiscal
year.
``(3) The term `missile defense and defeat programs' means
active and passive ballistic missile defense programs, cruise
missile defense programs for the homeland, and missile defeat
programs.
``SUBCHAPTER III-- <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 5531.>> MISSILE DEFENSE
CAPABILITIES
``Sec. 5531. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5531.>> Technical authority for
integrated air and missile defense activities
and programs
``(a) In General.--The Director of the Missile Defense Agency is the
technical authority of the Department of Defense for integrated air and
missile defense activities and programs, including joint engineering and
integration efforts for such activities and programs, including with
respect to defining and controlling the interfaces of such activities
and programs and the allocation of technical requirements for such
activities and programs.
``(b) Detailees.--(1) In carrying out the technical authority under
paragraph (1), the Director may seek to have staff detailed to the
Missile Defense Agency from the Joint Functional Component Command for
Integrated Missile Defense and the Joint Integrated Air and Missile
Defense Organization in a number the Director determines necessary in
accordance with subparagraph (B).
``(2) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> In detailing staff under
subparagraph (A) to carry out the technical authority under paragraph
(1), the total number of staff, including detailees, of the Missile
Defense Agency who carry out such authority may not exceed the number
that is twice the number of such staff carrying out such authority as of
January 1, 2016.
``Sec. 5532. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5532.>> Hypersonic defense capability
development
``(a) Executive Agent.--The Director of the Missile Defense Agency
shall serve as the executive agent for the Department of Defense for the
development of a capability by the United States to counter hypersonic
boost-glide vehicle capabilities and conventional prompt strike
capabilities that may be employed against the United States, the allies
of the United States, and the deployed forces of the United States.
``(b) Duties.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Director shall--
``(1) develop architectures for a hypersonic defense
capability, from detecting threats to intercepting such threats,
that--
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``(A) involves systems of the military departments
and the Defense Agencies; and
``(B) includes both kinetic and nonkinetic options
for such interception; and
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> not later than September 30, 2017,
establish a program of record to develop a hypersonic defense
capability.
``Sec. 5533. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5533.>> Required testing of ground-
based midcourse defense element of ballistic
missile defense system
``(a) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Testing Required.--Except as provided in
subsection (c), not less frequently than once each fiscal year, the
Director of the Missile Defense Agency shall administer a flight test of
the ground-based midcourse defense element of the ballistic missile
defense system. Beginning not later than five years after the date on
which the next generation interceptor achieves initial operational
capability, the Director shall ensure that such flight tests include the
next generation interceptor.
``(b) <<NOTE: Evaluations.>> Requirements.--The Director shall
ensure that each test carried out under subsection (a) provides for one
or more of the following:
``(1) <<NOTE: Validation.>> The validation of technical
improvements made to increase system performance and
reliability.
``(2) The evaluation of the operational effectiveness of the
ground-based midcourse defense element of the ballistic missile
defense system.
``(3) The use of threat-representative targets and critical
engagement conditions, including the use of threat-
representative countermeasures.
``(4) The evaluation of new configurations of interceptors
before they are fielded.
``(5) The satisfaction of the `fly before buy' acquisition
approach for new interceptor components or software.
``(6) The evaluation of the interoperability of the ground-
based midcourse defense element with other elements of the
ballistic missile defense systems.
``(c) Exceptions.--The Director may forgo a test under subsection
(a) in a fiscal year under one or more of the following conditions:
``(1) Such a test would jeopardize national security.
``(2) Insufficient time considerations between post-test
analysis and subsequent pre-test design.
``(3) Insufficient funding.
``(4) An interceptor is unavailable.
``(5) A target is unavailable or is insufficiently
representative of threats.
``(6) The test range or necessary test assets are
unavailable.
``(7) Inclement weather.
``(8) Any other condition the Director considers
appropriate.
``(d) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Certification.--Not later than 45 days
after forgoing a test for a condition or conditions under subsection
(c)(8), the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering
shall submit to the congressional defense committees a certification
setting forth the condition or conditions that caused the test to be
forgone under such subsection.
``(e) <<NOTE: Plan.>> Report.--Not later than 45 days after forgoing
a test for any condition specified in subsection (c), the Director shall
submit to the congressional defense committees a report setting
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forth the rationale for forgoing the test and a plan to restore an
intercept flight test in the Integrated Master Test Plan of the Missile
Defense Agency. In the case of a test forgone for a condition or
conditions under subsection (c)(8), the report required by this
subsection is in addition to the certification required by subsection
(d).
``Sec. 5534. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5534.>> Integration and
interoperability of air and missile defense
capabilities
``(a) Interoperability of Missile Defense Systems.--The Vice
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the chairman of the Missile
Defense Executive Board (pursuant to section 1681(c) of the John S.
McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public
Law 115-232), acting through the Missile Defense Executive Board, shall
ensure the interoperability and integration of the covered air and
missile defense capabilities of the United States, including by carrying
out operational testing.
``(b) Annual Demonstration.--(1) Except as provided by paragraph
(2), the Director of the Missile Defense Agency and the Secretary of the
Army shall jointly ensure that not less than one intercept or flight
test is carried out each year that demonstrates interoperability and
integration among the covered air and missile defense capabilities of
the United States.
``(2) <<NOTE: Waiver authority.>> The Director and the Secretary may
waive the requirement in paragraph (1) with respect to an intercept or
flight test carried out during the year covered by the waiver if the
chairman of the Missile Defense Executive Board--
``(A) <<NOTE: Determination.>> determines that such waiver
is necessary for such year; and
``(B) <<NOTE: Notification.>> submits to the congressional
defense committees notification of such waiver, including an
explanation for how such waiver will not negatively affect
demonstrating the interoperability and integration among the
covered air and missile defense capabilities of the United
States.
``(c) Definition of Covered Air and Missile Defense Capabilities.--
In this section, the term `covered air and missile defense capabilities'
means Patriot air and missile defense batteries and associated
interceptors and systems, Aegis ships and associated ballistic missile
interceptors (including Aegis Ashore capability), AN/TPY-2 radars, or
terminal high altitude area defense batteries and interceptors.
``Sec. 5535. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5535.>> Development of requirements to
support integrated air and missile defense
capabilities
``(a) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In General.--Consistent with the
memorandum of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of January 27,
2014, regarding joint integrated air and missile defense, the Vice
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff shall oversee the development of
warfighter requirements for persistent and survivable capabilities to
detect, identify, determine the status, track, and support engagement of
strategically important mobile or relocatable assets in all phases of
conflict in order to achieve the objective of preventing the effective
employment of such assets, including through offensive actions against
such assets prior to their use.
``(b) <<NOTE: Update.>> Purpose of Requirements.--The requirements
developed pursuant to subsection (a) shall be used and updated, as
appropriate, for the purpose of informing applicable acquisition
programs
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and systems-of-systems architecture planning that are funded through the
Military Intelligence Program, the National Intelligence Program, and
non-intelligence programs.
``(c) Supporting Activities.--The Vice Chairman shall also oversee
the development of the enabling framework for intelligence support for
integrated air and missile defense, including concepts for the
integrated operation of multiple systems, and, as appropriate, the
development of requirements for capabilities to be acquired to achieve
such integrated operations.
``Sec. 5536. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5536.>> Testing and assessment of
missile defense systems prior to production and
deployment
``(a) Successful Testing Required Prior to Final Production or
Operational Deployment.--The Secretary of Defense may not make a final
production decision for, or operationally deploy, a covered system
unless--
``(1) the Secretary ensures that--
``(A) sufficient and operationally realistic testing
of the covered system is conducted to assess the
performance of the covered system in order to inform a
final production decision or an operational deployment
decision; and
``(B) the results of such testing have demonstrated
a high probability that the covered system--
``(i) will work in an operationally effective
manner; and
``(ii) has the ability to accomplish the
intended mission of the covered system; and
``(2) the Director of Operational Test and Evaluation has
carried out subsection (b) with respect to such covered system.
``(b) Assessment by Director of Operational Test and Evaluation.--
The Director of Operational Test and Evaluation shall--
``(1) provide to the Secretary the assessment of the
Director, based on the available test data, of the sufficiency,
adequacy, and results of the testing of each covered system,
including an assessment of whether the covered system will be
sufficiently effective, suitable, and survivable when needed;
and
``(2) <<NOTE: Summary.>> submit to the congressional defense
committees a written summary of such assessment.
``(c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be
construed to alter, modify, or otherwise affect a determination of the
Secretary with respect to the participation of the Missile Defense
Agency in the Joint Capabilities Integration Development System or the
acquisition reporting process under the Department of Defense Directive
5000 series, or to diminish the authority of the Secretary of Defense to
deploy a missile defense system at the date on which the Secretary
determines appropriate.
``(d) <<NOTE: Definition.>> Covered System.--In this section, the
term `covered system' means a new or substantially upgraded interceptor
or weapon system of the ballistic missile defense system.
``Sec. 5537. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5537.>> Limitation on Missile Defense
Agency production of satellites and ground
systems associated with operation of such
satellites
``(a) Production of Satellites and Ground Systems.--The Director of
the Missile Defense Agency may not authorize or obligate
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funding for a program of record for the production of satellites or
ground systems associated with the operation of such satellites.
``(b) Prototype Satellites.--(1) The Director, with the concurrence
of the Space Acquisition Council established by section 9021 of this
title, may authorize the production of one or more prototype satellites,
consistent with the requirements of the Missile Defense Agency.
``(2) <<NOTE: Reports.>> Not later than 30 days after the date on
which the Space Acquisition Council concurs with the Director with
respect to authorizing the production of a prototype satellite under
paragraph (1), the chair of the Council shall submit to the
congressional defense committees a report explaining the reasons for
such concurrence.
``(3) The Director may not obligate funds for the production of a
prototype satellite under paragraph (1) before the date on which the
Space Acquisition Council submits the report for such prototype
satellite under paragraph (2).
``SUBCHAPTER IV-- <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 5551.>> MISSILE DEFENSE
INFORMATION
``Sec. 5551. <<NOTE: Russia. 10 USC 5551.>> Prohibitions relating
to missile defense information and systems
``(a) Certain `Hit-to-kill' Technology and Telemetry Data.--None of
the funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for
any fiscal year for the Department of Defense may be used to provide the
Russian Federation with `hit-to-kill' technology and telemetry data for
missile defense interceptors or target vehicles.
``(b) Other Sensitive Missile Defense Information.--None of the
funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for any
fiscal year for the Department of Defense may be used to provide the
Russian Federation with--
``(1) information relating to velocity at burnout of missile
defense interceptors or targets of the United States; or
``(2) classified or otherwise controlled missile defense
information.
``(c) Exception.--The prohibitions in subsections (a) and (b) shall
not apply to the United States providing to the Russian Federation
information regarding ballistic missile early warning.
``(d) <<NOTE: China.>> Integration.--None of the funds authorized to
be appropriated or otherwise made available for any fiscal year for the
Department of Defense may be obligated or expended to integrate a
missile defense system of the Russian Federation or a missile defense
system of the People's Republic of China into any missile defense system
of the United States.
``Sec. 5552. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5552.>> Biannual briefing on missile
defense and related activities
``(a) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> In General.--On or about June 1 and
December 1 of each year, the officials specified in subsection (b) shall
provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives a briefing on matters relating to missile defense
policies, operations, technology development, and other similar topics
as requested by such committees.
``(b) Officials Specified.--The officials specified in this
subsection are the following:
``(1) The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Acquisition.
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``(2) The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy.
``(3) The Director of the Missile Defense Agency.
``(4) The Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy of the
Joint Staff.
``(c) Delegation.--An official specified in subsection (b) may
delegate the authority to provide a briefing required by subsection (a)
to a member of the Senior Executive Service who reports to the official.
``(d) Termination.--The requirement to provide a briefing under
subsection (a) shall terminate on January 1, 2028.
``Sec. 5553. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5553.>> Provision of information on
flight testing of ground-based midcourse
national missile defense system
``(a) Information to Be Furnished to Congressional Committees.--The
Director of the Missile Defense Agency shall provide to the
congressional defense committees information on the results of each
flight test of the ground-based midcourse national missile defense
system.
``(b) Content.--Information provided under subsection (a) on the
results of a flight test shall include the following matters:
``(1) A thorough discussion of the content and objectives of
the test.
``(2) For each such test objective, a statement regarding
whether or not the objective was achieved.
``(3) For any such test objective not achieved--
``(A) a thorough discussion describing the reasons
that the objective was not achieved; and
``(B) a discussion of any plans for future tests to
achieve that objective.''.
(b) Conforming Repeals.--The following provisions of law are
repealed:
(1) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 121, prec. 201, prec. 221, prec.
480.>> Sections 130h, 205, 222b, 223, 224, 225, 239a, 487 of
title 10, United States Code.
(2) Subsection (a) of section 1662 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 10
U.S.C. 4022 note).
(3) Subsection (a) of section 1681 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 10
U.S.C. 4205 note).
(4) Subsection (a) of section 1686 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 10
U.S.C. 4205 note).
(5) Section 1687 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 10 U.S.C. 4205 note).
(6) Section 1689 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 10 U.S.C. 4205 note).
(7) Section 1675 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10 U.S.C. 4205 note).
(8) Section 1687 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10 U.S.C. 4205 note).
(9) Section 1662 of the Carl Levin and Howard P. ``Buck''
McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015
(Public Law 113-291; 10 U.S.C. 4205 note).
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(10) Section 224 of the Bob Stump National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003 (Public Law 107-314; 10
U.S.C. 4205 note).
(c) Further Repeals.--The following provisions of law are repealed:
(1) Subsection (a) of section 1668 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115-91; 10
U.S.C. 4205 note).
(2) Subsection (a) of section 1680 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10
U.S.C. 4205 note).
(3) Section 1681 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 10 U.S.C. 4205 note).
(4) Section 223 of the Ike Skelton National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111-383; 10
U.S.C. 4205 note).
(5) Section 223 of the John Warner National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (Public Law 109-364; 10
U.S.C. 4205 note).
Subtitle E--Other Matters
SEC. 1651. COOPERATIVE THREAT REDUCTION FUNDS.
(a) Funding Allocation.--Of the $350,116,000 authorized to be
appropriated to the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2025 in
section 301 and made available by the funding table in division D for
the Department of Defense Cooperative Threat Reduction Program
established under section 1321 of the Department of Defense Cooperative
Threat Reduction Act (50 U.S.C. 3711), the following amounts may be
obligated for the purposes specified:
(1) For delivery system threat reduction, $7,036,000.
(2) For chemical security and elimination, $20,717,000.
(3) For global nuclear security, $33,665,000.
(4) For biological threat reduction, $209,858,000.
(5) For proliferation prevention, $45,610,000.
(6) For activities designated as Other Assessments/
Administration Costs, $33,230,000.
(b) Specification of Cooperative Threat Reduction Funds.--Funds
appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section
301 and made available by the funding table in division D for the
Department of Defense Cooperative Threat Reduction Program shall be
available for obligation for fiscal years 2025, 2026, and 2027.
SEC. 1652. TEMPORARY CONTINUATION OF REQUIREMENT FOR REPORTS ON
ACTIVITIES AND ASSISTANCE UNDER
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE COOPERATIVE THREAT
REDUCTION PROGRAM.
(a) Continuation of Reporting Requirement.--
(1) <<NOTE: 10 USC 111 note.>> In general.--Section 1080(a)
of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016
(Public Law 114-92; 10 U.S.C. 111 note) does not apply to the
report required to be submitted to Congress under section
1343(a) of the Department of Defense Cooperative Threat
Reduction Act (50 U.S.C. 3743(a)).
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(2) Conforming repeal.--Section 1061(d) of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-
328; 10 U.S.C. 111 note) is amended by striking paragraph (14).
(b) Termination Date.--Section 1343(a) of the Department of Defense
Cooperative Threat Reduction Act (50 U.S.C. 3743(a)) is amended by
adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(d) Termination Date.--The requirement to submit the report under
subsection (a) shall terminate on January 1, 2030.''.
SEC. 1653. MODIFICATION TO ANNUAL ASSESSMENT OF BUDGET WITH
RESPECT TO ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRUM
OPERATIONS CAPABILITIES.
Section 500c of title 10, United States Code, as redesignated by
section 1701, is amended by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(3) The development of a capability for modeling and
simulating multi-domain joint electromagnetic spectrum
operations to--
``(A) assess the ability of the joint force to
conduct such operations in support of the operational
plans of the combatant commands; and
``(B) inform improvements to such operations.''.
SEC. 1654. MODIFICATION OF MILESTONE DECISION AUTHORITY FOR SPACE-
BASED GROUND AND AIRBORNE MOVING TARGET
INDICATION SYSTEMS.
(a) Milestone Decision Authority.--Subsection (b) of section 1684 of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law
118-31; 10 U.S.C. 2271 note) is amended--
(1) by inserting ``the'' after ``shall be'';
(2) by striking ``for Milestone A approval (as defined in
section 4211 of such title)'';
(3) by striking ``The Secretary of the Air Force'' and
inserting the following:
``(1) In general.--The Secretary of the Air Force''; and
(4) by adding at the end the following new paragraph (2):
``(2) Appointment of program executive officer.--The service
acquisition executive for the Air Force for space systems and
programs shall appoint a program executive officer, and
designate an office, for the acquisition of space-based air and
moving target indication systems.''.
(b) Initial Operational Capability.--Such section is further
amended--
(1) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new
subsection (c):
``(c) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Initial Operational Capability.--Not later
than May 31, 2025, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff shall--
``(1) <<NOTE: Designation.>> designate a date by which the
space-based ground moving target indication system will achieve
initial operational capability; and
``(2) <<NOTE: Notice.>> notify the congressional defense
committees of such date.''.
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SEC. 1655. <<NOTE: 10 USC 5501 note.>> DESIGNATION OF A SENIOR
DEFENSE OFFICIAL RESPONSIBLE FOR
ESTABLISHMENT OF NATIONAL INTEGRATED AIR
AND MISSILE DEFENSE ARCHITECTURE FOR THE
UNITED STATES.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Requirement.--Not later than 120 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
designate a senior official of the Department of Defense who shall be
responsible, subject to appropriations, for the establishment of a
national integrated air and missile defense architecture for the United
States.
(b) Duties.--The duties of the official designated under subsection
(a) shall include the following:
(1) Designing the national integrated air and missile
defense architecture for the United States.
(2) Overseeing development of an integrated missile defense
acquisition strategy for the United States.
(3) Evaluating the budget requests of each military
department and Defense Agency to ensure such budget requests are
sufficient to enable the development of such defense
architecture.
(4) Siting the integrated missile defense systems comprising
such defense architecture.
(5) Overseeing long-term acquisition and sustainment of such
defense architecture.
(6) Such other duties as the Secretary determines
appropriate.
(c) Termination.--The authority of this section shall terminate on
the date that is 90 days after the date on which the official designated
under subsection (a) determines that the national integrated air and
missile defense architecture for the United States has achieved initial
operational capability.
TITLE XVII--OTHER DEFENSE MATTERS
Sec. 1701. Technical and conforming amendments.
Sec. 1702. Modification of humanitarian assistance authority.
Sec. 1703. Display of United States flag for patriotic and military
observances.
Sec. 1704. Exclusion of oceanographic research vessels from certain
sourcing requirements.
Sec. 1705. Expanding cooperative research and development agreements to
partnerships with United States territorial governments.
Sec. 1706. Use of royalty gas at McAlester Army Ammunition Plant.
Sec. 1707. Report on Iranian oil sales proceeds.
Sec. 1708. Prohibition on use of funds for temporary pier in Gaza.
Sec. 1709. Analysis of certain unmanned aircraft systems entities.
SEC. 1701. TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.
(a) Title 10, United States Code.--Title 10, United States Code, is
amended as follows:
(1) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 101.>> In the subtitle analysis for
subtitle A--
(A) by striking the item relating to chapter 19 and
inserting the following new item:
``19. Cyber and Information Operations Matters....................391'';
(B) by striking the item relating to chapter 25 and
inserting the following new item:
``25. Electromagnetic Warfare.....................................500'';
(C) by striking the item relating to chapter 326 and
inserting the following new item:
``327. Weapon Systems Development and Related Matters 4401'';.....
[[Page 138 STAT. 2208]]
(D) in part V, by striking the second item relating
to subpart F, including the items relating to chapters
321 through 327 appearing under the second item relating
to subpart F;
(E) by striking the item relating to chapter 363 and
inserting the following new item:
``363. Prohibition and Penalties.............................4651''; and
(F) by striking the item relating to chapter 367 and
inserting the following new item:
``367. Other Administrative Matters..............................4751''.
(2) In section 130i(j)(3)(C)(ix), by striking ``sections''
and inserting ``section''.
(3) In section 139a(h)--
(A) by striking ``out by Director'' and inserting
``out by the Director''; and
(B) by striking ``an any'' and inserting ``and
any''.
(4) In section 167b--
(A) in subsection (a)--
(i) in paragraph (1), by striking ``referred
to as the `cyber command' '' and inserting
``referred to as the `United States Cyber Command'
''; and
(ii) in paragraph (2), by striking ``Cyber
Command'' and inserting ``United States Cyber
Command'';
(B) in subsection (b), by striking ``Cyber Command''
each place it appears and inserting ``United States
Cyber Command''; and
(C) in subsections (c) and (d)--
(i) by striking ``cyber command'' each place
it appears and inserting ``United States Cyber
Command'';
(ii) by striking ``such command'' each place
it appears and inserting ``such Command''; and
(iii) by striking ``commander'' each place it
appears and inserting ``Commander''.
(5) In section 222a(d), by striking ``the'' before ``all of
the reports''.
(6) In section 381(b), by striking ``Defense--.'' and
inserting ``Defense--''.
(7) In section 391b(e)(1)(B), by striking the colon and
inserting a semicolon.
(8) In section 392a(b)(3)(B)(ix), by inserting ``section''
before ``932(c)(3)''.
(9) In section 486, by redesignating subsection (e) as
subsection (d).
(10) In chapter 25, by redesignating sections 501 through
506 as sections 500a through 500f, respectively.
(11) In section 510(h)(2)(B), by striking ``subchapters I
and II'' and inserting ``subchapters II and III''.
(12) In section 520(a)(2), by striking ``armed forced'' and
inserting ``armed force''.
(13) In section 578(g), by striking ``is approved'' and
inserting ``as approved''.
(14) In section 624(e), by striking ``is approved'' and
inserting ``as approved''.
(15) In section 628a--
(A) in subsection (e)(2), by striking ``apply to
report'' and inserting ``apply to the report''; and
[[Page 138 STAT. 2209]]
(B) in subsection (f), by striking ``section 20251''
and inserting ``section 20252''.
(16) In section 714(b)(1)(A), by striking ``an serious'' and
inserting ``a serious''.
(17) In section 937(a)(2)(B) (article 137(a)(2)(B) of the
Uniform Code of Military Justice), by inserting ``the'' before
``Space Force''.
(18) In section 1073c--
(A) by redesignating subsection (i) as subsection
(j); and
(B) by redesignating the second subsection (h)
(relating to rule of construction regarding secretaries
concerned and medical evaluation boards) as subsection
(i).
(19) In section 1073d(b)(5)(C)(ii), by striking ``fulfil''
and inserting ``fulfill''.
(20) In section 1370--
(A) in subsection (b)(1), by striking ``or, Space
Force'' and inserting ``or Space Force''; and
(B) in subsection (f)(6)--
(i) in subparagraph (A), by inserting a comma
after ``Air Force''; and
(ii) in subparagraph (B), by inserting a comma
after ``Navy''.
(21) In section 1465(e), by inserting ``shall'' before
``provide''.
(22) In section 1448(d)(1), by striking ``paragraph (2)(B)''
and inserting ``paragraph (2)''.
(23) In section 1558--
(A) by striking ``,,'' each place it appears and
inserting a comma; and
(B) in subsection (b)(2)(A), by striking ``14507''
and inserting ``14705''.
(24) In section 1559(c)(3), by striking ``the the'' and
inserting ``the''.
(25) In section 2031--
(A) in subsection (b)--
(i) in paragraph (1)(E), by striking ``..''
and inserting a period; and
(ii) in paragraph (2)(E)(vi), by striking
``report under subsection (i)'' and inserting
``report under subsection (j)'';
(B) by redesignating the second subsection (i) as
subsection (j).
(26) In section 2200g(a), by striking ``Under Secretary for
Defense'' and inserting ``Under Secretary of Defense''.
(27) In the section heading for section 2275b, by striking
the period at the end.
(28) In section 2285--
(A) by redesignating subsections (d) through (f) as
subsections (c) through (e), respectively; and
(B) by redesignating the second subsection (b) as
subsection (f).
(29) In section 2688(g)(4), by striking ``installation
energy''.
(30) In the table of sections at the beginning of subchapter
III of chapter 169, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 2851.>> by striking the
item relating to section 2856 and inserting the following:
``2856. Military unaccompanied housing: standards.''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2210]]
(31) In section 2856(a), by striking ``,.'' and inserting a
period.
(32) In section 2911(c)(3), by striking ``installation
energy''.
(33) In section 2922g(g)(1), by striking ``2202'' and
inserting ``2002''.
(34) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 3001.>> In the chapter analysis
for part V of subtitle A--
(A) by striking the item relating to chapter 207 and
inserting the following new item:
``207. Budgeting and Appropriations..............................3131'';
(B) by striking the item relating to chapter 225 and
inserting the following new item:
``225. [Reserved]................................................3271'';
(C) by striking the item relating to chapter 243 and
inserting the following new item:
``243. Other Matters Relating to Awarding of Contracts...........3341'';
(D) by striking the item relating to chapter 272 and
inserting the following new item:
``272. [Reserved]................................................3721'';
(E) in the item relating to chapter 287, by striking
``3961'' and inserting ``3901'';
(F) by inserting after the item relating to chapter
307 the following new items:
<SUP>``subpart</SUP> f--major</SUP> systems,</SUP> major</SUP> defense</SUP>
acquisition</SUP> programs,</SUP> and</SUP> weapon</SUP> systems</SUP>
development
</SUP>``321. General Matters...................................... 4201
``322. Major Systems and Major Defense Acquisition Programs
Generally......................................................... 4211
``323. Life-Cycle and Sustainment................................. 4321
``324. Selected Acquisition Reports............................... 4350
``325. Cost Growth-Unit Cost Reports (Nunn-McCurdy)............... 4371
``326. Weapon Systems Development And Related Matters............4401'';
(G) by striking the item relating to chapter 363 and
inserting the following new item:
``363. Prohibition and Penalties.................................4651'';
(H) by striking the item relating to chapter 367 and
inserting the following new item:
``367. Other Administrative Matters..........................4751''; and
(I) by striking the item relating to chapter 383 and
inserting the following new item:
``383. Development, Application, and Support of Dual-use
Technologies.....................................................4831''.
(35) In section 3221(b)(6)(A)--
(A) in clause (iii), by striking the semicolon and
inserting ``; and'';
(B) by striking clause (iv); and
(C) by redesignating clause (v) as clause (iv).
(36) In section 3225(3)(B), by striking ``, or the next
quarterly report pursuant to section 2445c of this title in the
case of a major automated information system program''.
(37) In section 3601(a)(2), by inserting ``note'' before
``prec.''.
(38) In section 4141(a)(2)--
(A) by striking ``section 2304'' and inserting
``section 3204''; and
(B) by striking ``subsection (c)(5)'' and inserting
``subsection (a)(5)''.
(39) In section 4211--
[[Page 138 STAT. 2211]]
(A) by striking ``, major automated information
system,'' each place it appears;
(B) in subsection (a), by striking ``, each major
automated information system,''; and
(C) in subsection (c)(2)(H), by striking ``sections
3501 through 3511'' and inserting ``section 3501''.
(40) In section 4505(h)(6), by striking ``(as that term is
defined in section 4505(g)(5) of this title)''.
(41) In section 4816(b)(6), by striking ``section 2430 of
this title) or major automated information systems (as defined
in section 2445a of this title)'' and inserting ``section 4201
of this title''.
(42) In section 4902--
(A) in subsection (e)--
(i) in paragraph (1)(A)(iii), by inserting
``the'' before ``protege firm''; and
(ii) by redesignating paragraph (3) as
subparagraph (C) of paragraph (1), and adjusting
the margins accordingly; and
(B) in subsection (n)(5)(D), by inserting ``of
1938'' after ``Act''.
(43) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 4061.>> In section 4127, by
striking the section heading and inserting the following:
``Sec. 4127. Defense Innovation Unit''.
(44) In section 4273(d), by striking ``4736'' and inserting
``4376''.
(45) In section 8581(a), by striking ``Provost and Academic
Dean of the Postgraduate School'' and inserting ``Provost and
Chief Academic Officer''.
(46) In section 15109, by striking ``(a) In general.--''.
(47) In section 15110, by striking ``the title'' and
inserting ``this subtitle''.
(48) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 20001.>> In the chapter analysis
for part I of subtitle F, by striking the item relating to
chapter 2013 and inserting the following new item:
``2013. Voluntary Retirement for Length of Service..............20601''.
(49) In the table of sections at the beginning of chapter
2009, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 20401.>> by striking the item
relating to the second section 20404 (relating to Force shaping
authority) and inserting the following:
``20405. Force shaping authority.''.
(50) In section 20404, by striking ``space force'' both
places it appears and inserting ``Space Force''.
(b) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024.--
Section 1608(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. 2271 note) is amended--
(1) by striking ``tranches of the of the'' and inserting
``tranches of the''; and
(2) by striking ``Tranch'' each place it appears and
inserting ``Tranche''.
(c) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023.--
Paragraph (3) of section 862(d) of the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 10 U.S.C. 4811 note) is
amended--
[[Page 138 STAT. 2212]]
(1) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``; and'' and inserting
a semicolon;
(2) in subparagraph (C), by striking the period and
inserting ``; and'';
(3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
``(D) the Chief of Space Operations, with respect to
matters concerning the Space Force.''.
(d) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018.--The
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115-
91) is amended--
(1) in section 886(a)(1) <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 3301.>> of by
striking ``the term `Procurement Administrative Lead Time' or
`PALT','' and inserting ``the term `procurement administrative
lead time' or `PALT',''; and
(2) in section 913(b)(6) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
3101.>> (Public Law 115-91; 131 Stat. 1523) is amended by
striking ``of the Air Force,'' and inserting ``of the Air Force,
the Chief of Space Operations,''.
(e) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015.--
Section 843 of the Carl Levin and Howard P. ``Buck'' McKeon National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113-291; 10
U.S.C. 4871 note prec.) is amended by striking paragraph (4).
(f) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011.--
Section 863(b)(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2011 <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 4501.>> (Public Law 111-383; 124
Stat. 4293) is amended by striking ``Air Force,'' and inserting ``Air
Force, the Chief of Space Operations,''.
(g) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006.--
Section 806 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2006 <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 4211. Repeal.>> (Public Law 109-163; 119
Stat. 3373), is repealed.
(h) <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 101.>> Coordination With Other
Amendments Made by This Act.--For purposes of applying amendments made
by provisions of this Act other than this section, the amendments made
by this section shall be treated as having been enacted immediately
before any such amendments by other provisions of this Act.
SEC. 1702. MODIFICATION OF HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE AUTHORITY.
Section 2561 of title 10, United States Code is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsections (c) through (f) as
subsections (d) through (g), respectively;
(2) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new
subsection (c):
``(c) Notice Before Provision of Assistance.--
``(1) If the Secretary of Defense uses the authority under
subsection (a) to provide assistance for any program or activity
in an amount in excess of $5,000,000, the Secretary shall
provide to the congressional committees specified in subsection
(g) notice in writing of the use of such authority in accordance
with paragraph (2). Notice under this subsection shall include
an identification of each of the following:
``(A) The amount, type, and purpose of assistance to
be provided and the recipient of the assistance.
``(B) The goals and objectives of the assistance.
``(C) The number and role of any members of the
Armed Forces involved in the provision of the
assistance.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2213]]
``(D) Any other information the Secretary determines
is relevant.
``(2) Notice required under paragraph (1) shall be
provided--
``(A) before the provision of assistance under
subsection (a) using funds authorized to be appropriated
to the Department of Defense for a fiscal year for
humanitarian assistance; or
``(B) <<NOTE: Deadline. Determination.>> not later
than 48 hours after the provision of such assistance, if
the Secretary determines that extraordinary
circumstances that affect the national security
interests of the United States exist.'';
(4) in subsections (d) and (e), as so redesignated, by
striking ``subsection (f)'' each place it appears and inserting
``subsection (g)''; and
(5) in subsection (g) as so redesignated, by striking
``subsections (c)(1) and (d)'' and inserting ``subsections
(c)(1), (d)(1), and (e)''.
SEC. 1703. DISPLAY OF UNITED STATES FLAG FOR PATRIOTIC AND
MILITARY OBSERVANCES.
(a) Amendment to Flag Code.--Section 8(c) of title 4, United States
Code, is amended by inserting ``, except as may be necessary in limited
circumstances and done in a respectful manner as part of a military or
patriotic observance'' after ``aloft and free''.
(b) <<NOTE: 4 USC 8 note.>> Modification of Department of Defense
Policy.--The Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Rescission.>> rescind the February 10, 2023,
Department of Defense memorandum entitled, ``Clarification of
Department of Defense Community Engagement Policy on Showing
Proper Respect to the United States Flag''; and
(2) support military recruitment through public outreach
events during patriotic and military observances, including the
display of the United States flag regardless of size and
position, including horizontally, provided that, in accordance
with section 8(b) of title 4, United States Code, the flag never
touch anything beneath it, such as the ground, the floor, water,
or merchandise.
SEC. 1704. EXCLUSION OF OCEANOGRAPHIC RESEARCH VESSELS FROM
CERTAIN SOURCING REQUIREMENTS.
Section 70912(5)(C) of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
(Public Law 117-58) <<NOTE: 41 USC 8301 note.>> is amended by inserting
``(except vessels which are oceanographic research vessels operated by
academic institutions)'' after ``facilities''.
SEC. 1705. EXPANDING COOPERATIVE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENTS TO PARTNERSHIPS WITH UNITED
STATES TERRITORIAL GOVERNMENTS.
Section 12 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980
(15 U.S.C. 3710a) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)(1), by striking ``State or local
government'' and inserting ``State, local, or territorial
government''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(h) Territorial Governments.--For the purposes of this section,
the government of a territory of the United States shall be considered a
non-Federal party.''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2214]]
SEC. 1706. <<NOTE: Oklahoma.>> USE OF ROYALTY GAS AT MCALESTER
ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT.
Section 342 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (42 U.S.C. 15902) is
amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(j) McAlester Army Ammunition Plant.--At the request of the
Secretary of Defense, the Secretary shall--
``(1) take in-kind royalty gas from any lease on the
McAlester Army Ammunition Plant in McAlester, Oklahoma; and
``(2) sell such royalty gas to the Department of Defense in
accordance with subsection (h)(1), for use only at that plant,
only for energy resilience purposes, and only to the extent
necessary to meet the natural gas needs of that plant.''.
SEC. 1707. REPORT ON IRANIAN OIL SALES PROCEEDS.
(a) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> In General.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall submit to the
appropriate congressional committees a report that includes each of the
following:
(1) An assessment of how proceeds from illicit Iranian oil
sales support Iran's military and security budget.
(2) An assessment of the extent to which the funds described
in paragraph (1) have been used directly or indirectly by Iran's
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, Hamas, Hizballah, or other
Iranian proxies.
(3) <<NOTE: Overview.>> An overview of efforts undertaken to
enforce sanctions against Iran's energy sector, including
interdictions of tankers.
(b) Form.--The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted
in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
(c) Appropriate Congressional Committees Defined.--In this section,
the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means--
(1) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on
Foreign Relations of the Senate; and
(2) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on
Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
SEC. 1708. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS FOR TEMPORARY PIER IN GAZA.
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or
otherwise made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Department of
Defense may be made available for the acquisition, construction,
installation, maintenance, or restoration of a temporary pier located in
Gaza or off the western coast of Gaza in the Mediterranean Sea, or for
the deployment of any equipment to Gaza relating to such a pier.
SEC. 1709. <<NOTE: 47 USC 1601 note.>> ANALYSIS OF CERTAIN
UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS ENTITIES.
(a) Evaluation of Communications Services and Equipment to Covered
List.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. Determination.>> In general.--Not
later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act,
an appropriate national security agency shall determine if any
of the following communications or video surveillance equipment
or services pose an unacceptable risk to the national security
of the United States or the security and safety of United States
persons:
[[Page 138 STAT. 2215]]
(A) Communications or video surveillance equipment
produced by Shenzhen Da-Jiang Innovations Sciences and
Technologies Company Limited (commonly known as ``DJI
Technologies'').
(B) Communications or video surveillance equipment
produced by Autel Robotics.
(C) With respect to an entity described in
subparagraph (A) or (B) (referred to in this
subparagraph as a ``named entity'')--
(i) any subsidiary, affiliate, or partner of
the named entity;
(ii) any entity in a joint venture with the
named entity; or
(iii) any entity to which the named entity has
a technology sharing or licensing agreement.
(D) Communications or video surveillance services,
including software, provided by an entity described in
subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) or using equipment
described in such subparagraphs.
(2) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Addition to covered list.--If the
appropriate national security agency does not make a
determination as required by paragraph (1) within one year after
the enactment of this Act, the Commission shall add all
communications equipment and services listed in paragraph (1) to
the covered list.
(b) <<NOTE: Reports.>> Inclusion of Certain Communications Services
and Equipment to Covered List.--
(1) Determinations.--Not later than 30 days after an
appropriate national security agency determines that any of the
communications equipment or services specified in subsection
(a)(1) present an unacceptable risk to the national security of
the United States or the security and safety of United States
persons--
(A) the Commission shall place such communications
equipment or services on the covered list; and
(B) the appropriate national security agency shall
submit to the appropriate congressional committees a
report on their determination which shall be submitted
in unclassified form but may contain a classified annex.
(2) Other determinations.--Not later than 30 days after an
appropriate national security agency determines that any of the
communications equipment or services specified in subsection
(a)(1) do not present an unacceptable risk to the national
security of the United States or the security and safety of
United States persons--
(A) that agency shall submit to the appropriate
congressional committees a report on their
determinations, which shall be submitted in unclassified
form but may contain a classified annex; and
(B) within 180 days following the determination, all
other appropriate national security agencies shall
review the determination and shall submit to the
appropriate congressional committees a report on their
determinations, which shall be submitted in unclassified
form but may contain a classified annex.
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``appropriate national security agency'' has
the same meaning as the term in section 9 of the Secure
[[Page 138 STAT. 2216]]
and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 (47 U.S.C.
1608)).
(2) The term ``Commission'' means the Federal Communications
Commission.
(3) The term ``covered list'' means the list of covered
communications equipment or services published by the Commission
under section 2(a) of the Secure and Trusted Communications
Networks Act.
(4) The term ``appropriate congressional committees''
means--
(A) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee
on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, the
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and
the Select Committee on Intelligence in the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee
on Homeland Security, the Committee on Energy and
Commerce, and the Permanent Select Committee on
Intelligence in the House of Representatives.
(5) The term ``technology sharing agreement'' means an
agreement where a named entity licenses their technology to a
company directly or through an intermediary manufacturer.
(d) Savings Clause.--Nothing herein shall be construed to override
or affect the uses permitted by sections 1823 through 1832 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-
31) and sections 936 and 1032 of the Federal Aviation Administration
Reauthorization Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-63), including the duration
thereof. <<NOTE: Regulations. Policies.>> If the Commission places
communications equipment or services on the covered list pursuant to
subsection (b)(1)(A) of this section, the appropriate national security
agency shall provide the Commission with necessary information on
whether enabling those uses is appropriate and how to enable those uses
if necessary, and the Commission may promulgate implementing rules or
policies accordingly.
DIVISION B-- <<NOTE: Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2025.>> MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AUTHORIZATIONS
SEC. 2001. SHORT TITLE.
This division may be cited as the ``Military Construction
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025''.
SEC. 2002. EXPIRATION OF AUTHORIZATIONS AND AMOUNTS REQUIRED TO BE
SPECIFIED BY LAW.
(a) Expiration of Authorizations After Three Years.--Except as
provided in subsection (b), all authorizations contained in titles XXI
through XXVII for military construction projects, land acquisition,
family housing projects and facilities, and contributions to the North
Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program (and
authorizations of appropriations therefor) shall expire on the later
of--
(1) October 1, 2027; or
(2) the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds
for military construction for fiscal year 2028.
(b) Exception.--Subsection (a) shall not apply to authorizations for
military construction projects, land acquisition, family housing
projects and facilities, and contributions to the North Atlantic
[[Page 138 STAT. 2217]]
Treaty Organization Security Investment Program (and authorizations of
appropriations therefor), for which appropriated funds have been
obligated before the later of--
(1) October 1, 2027; or
(2) the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds
for fiscal year 2028 for military construction projects, land
acquisition, family housing projects and facilities, or
contributions to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security
Investment Program.
SEC. 2003. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2806 note.>> EFFECTIVE DATE.
Titles XXI through XXVII shall take effect on the later of--
(1) October 1, 2024; or
(2) the date of the enactment of this Act.
TITLE XXI--ARMY MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
Sec. 2101. Authorized Army construction and land acquisition projects.
Sec. 2102. Family housing.
Sec. 2103. Authorization of appropriations, Army.
Sec. 2104. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2018 project
at Kunsan Air Base, Korea.
Sec. 2105. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2019 project
at Mihail Kogalniceanu forward operating site, Romania.
Sec. 2106. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2020
projects.
Sec. 2107. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2021
projects.
Sec. 2108. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022
projects.
SEC. 2101. <<NOTE: Real property.>> AUTHORIZED ARMY CONSTRUCTION
AND LAND ACQUISITION PROJECTS.
(a) Inside the United States.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant
to the authorization of appropriations in section 2103(a) and available
for military construction projects inside the United States as specified
in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may
acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for
the installations or locations inside the United States, and in the
amounts, set forth in the following table:
Army: Inside the United States
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
State Installation Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alaska......................................... Fort Wainwright............................... $23,000,000
California..................................... Fort Irwin.................................... $44,000,000
Military Ocean Terminal Concord............... $68,000,000
Florida........................................ Naval Air Station Key West.................... $90,000,000
Guam........................................... Joint Region Marianas......................... $386,000,000
Hawaii......................................... Pohakuloa Training Area....................... $20,000,000
Wheeler Army Airfield......................... $231,000,000
Kentucky....................................... Fort Campbell................................. $11,800,000
Louisiana...................................... Fort Johnson.................................. $105,000,000
Maryland....................................... Fort Meade.................................... $46,000,000
Michigan....................................... Detroit Arsenal............................... $37,000,000
Missouri....................................... Fort Leonard Wood............................. $144,000,000
New York....................................... Watervliet Arsenal............................ $53,000,000
Oklahoma....................................... McAlester Army Ammunition Plant............... $74,000,000
Pennsylvania................................... Letterkenny Army Depot........................ $346,000,000
Texas.......................................... Fort Cavazos.................................. $147,000,000
[[Page 138 STAT. 2218]]
Red River Army Depot.......................... $34,000,000
Virginia....................................... Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall................ $180,000,000
Washington..................................... Joint Base Lewis-McChord...................... $192,000,000
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(b) Outside the United States.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant
to the authorization of appropriations in section 2103(a) and available
for military construction projects outside the United States as
specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the
Army may acquire real property and carry out military construction
projects for the installations or locations outside the United States,
and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Army: Outside the United States
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Country Installation or Location Amount
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Belgium........................................ SHAPE Headquarters............................ $45,000,000
Germany........................................ Hohenfels Training Area....................... $61,000,000
U.S. Army Garrison Ansbach.................... $191,000,000
U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria.................... $12,856,000
U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden.................. $44,000,000
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SEC. 2102. FAMILY HOUSING.
(a) Construction and Acquisition.--Using amounts appropriated
pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2103(a) and
available for military family housing functions as specified in the
funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may construct
or acquire family housing units (including land acquisition and
supporting facilities) at the installations or locations, and in the
amounts, set forth in the following table:
Army: Family Housing
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Installation or
Country Location Amount
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Belgium........................ Chievres Air Base... $100,954,000
Germany........................ Army Garrison $63,246,000
Rheinland-Pfalz....
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(b) Improvements to Military Family Housing Units.--
(1) In general.--Subject to section 2825 of title 10, United
States Code, and using amounts appropriated pursuant to the
authorization of appropriations in section 2103(a) and available
for military family housing functions as specified in the
funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may
improve existing military family housing units in an amount not
to exceed $81,114,000.
(2) Clarification of authority to carry out prior year
improvements to military family housing units improvements.--
(A) Fiscal year 2019.--Notwithstanding section 2102
of the Military Construction Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2019 (division B of Public Law 115-232; 132
Stat.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2219]]
2242), subject to section 2825 of title 10, United
States Code, and using amounts appropriated pursuant to
the authorization of appropriations in section 2103(a)
of such Act and available for military family housing
functions as specified in the funding table in section
4601 of that Act, the Secretary of the Army may improve
existing military family housing units in an amount not
to exceed $80,100,000.
(B) Fiscal year 2020.--Notwithstanding section 2102
of the Military Construction Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2020 (division B of Public Law 116-92; 133
Stat. 1864), subject to section 2825 of title 10, United
States Code, and using amounts appropriated pursuant to
the authorization of appropriations in section 2103(a)
of such Act and available for military family housing
functions as specified in the funding table in section
4601 of that Act, the Secretary of the Army may improve
existing military family housing units in an amount not
to exceed $87,205,000.
(C) Fiscal year 2023.--Notwithstanding section 2102
of the Military Construction Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2023 (division B of Public Law 117-263; 136
Stat. 2972), subject to section 2825 of title 10, United
States Code, and using amounts appropriated pursuant to
the authorization of appropriations in section 2103(a)
of such Act and available for military family housing
functions as specified in the funding table in section
4601 of that Act, the Secretary of the Army may improve
existing military family housing units in an amount not
to exceed $26,500,000.
(c) Planning and Design.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the
authorization of appropriations in section 2103(a) and available for
military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in
section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may carry out architectural and
engineering services and construction design activities with respect to
the construction or improvement of family housing units in an amount not
to exceed $31,333,000.
SEC. 2103. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS, ARMY.
(a) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Authorization of Appropriations.--
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years
beginning after September 30, 2024, for military construction, land
acquisition, and military family housing functions of the Department of
the Army as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
(b) Limitation on Total Cost of Construction Projects.--
Notwithstanding the cost variations authorized by section 2853 of title
10, United States Code, and any other cost variation authorized by law,
the total cost of all projects carried out under sections 2101 and 2102
of this Act may not exceed the total amount authorized to be
appropriated under subsection (a), as specified in the funding table in
section 4601.
SEC. 2104. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT FISCAL YEAR 2018
PROJECT AT KUNSAN AIR BASE, KOREA.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (division B of
Public Law 115-91; 131 Stat. 1817), the authorization set forth
[[Page 138 STAT. 2220]]
in the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2101(b) of that
Act (131 Stat. 1819) and extended by section 2106(a) of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (division B of
Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat. 2395) and amended by section 2105 of the
Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B
of Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 712), shall remain in effect until
October 1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing
funds for military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is
later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Army: Extension of 2018 Project Authorization
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Original
Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Korea................................. Kunsan Air Base........... Unmanned Aerial Vehicle $53,000,000
Hangar..................
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SEC. 2105. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT FISCAL YEAR 2019
PROJECT AT MIHAIL KOGALNICEANU FORWARD
OPERATING SITE, ROMANIA.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (division B of
Public Law 115-232; 132 Stat. 2240), the authorization set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2901 of that Act (132
Stat. 2286) and extended by section 2106(b)(1) of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of
Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 713), shall remain in effect until October
1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Army: Extension of 2019 Project Authorization
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Original
Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Romania............................... Mihail Kogalniceanu FOS... EDI: Explosives and Ammo $21,651,000
Load/Unload Apron.......
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SEC. 2106. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2020 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (division B of
Public Law 116-92; 133 Stat. 1862), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2101 of that
[[Page 138 STAT. 2221]]
Act (133 Stat. 1862), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2025, or
the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military
construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Army: Extension of 2020 Project Authorizations
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Original
State/Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Kwajalein............................. Kwajalein Atoll........... Air Traffic Control Tower $40,000,000
and Terminal............
South Carolina........................ Fort Jackson.............. Reception Complex, Ph2... $88,000,000
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SEC. 2107. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2021 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (division B of
Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat. 4294), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2101(a) of that Act (134
Stat. 4295) and extended by section 2107(a) of the Military Construction
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of Public Law 118-31;
137 Stat. 713), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2025, or the
date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military
construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Army: Extension of 2021 Project Authorizations
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Original
State Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Arizona............................... Yuma Proving Ground....... Ready Building........... $14,000,000
Georgia............................... Fort Gillem............... Forensic Laboratory...... $71,000,000
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SEC. 2108. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2022 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (division B of
Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 2161), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in sections 2101 and 2105 of that
Act (135 Stat. 2163, 2165), shall remain in effect until October 1,
2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
[[Page 138 STAT. 2222]]
Army: Extension of 2022 Project Authorization
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Original
State Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Georgia............................... Fort Stewart.............. Barracks................. $105,000,000
Germany............................... Smith Barracks............ Live Fire Exercise $16,000,000
Shoothouse..............
Indoor Small Arms Range.. $17,500,000
Hawaii................................ West Loch Naval Magazine Ammunition Storage....... $51,000,000
Annex....................
Wheeler Army Airfield..... Aviation Unit OPS $84,000,000
Building................
Kansas................................ Fort Leavenworth.......... Child Development Center. $37,000,000
Kentucky.............................. Fort Knox................. Child Development Center. $30,000,000
Louisiana............................. Fort Johnson.............. Joint Operations Center.. $116,000,000
Maryland.............................. Fort Detrick.............. Incinerator Facility..... $27,000,000
New Mexico............................ White Sands Missile Range. Missile Assembly Support $29,000,000
Building................
Pennsylvania.......................... Letterkenny Army Depot.... Fire Station............. $25,400,000
Texas................................. Fort Bliss................ Defense Access Roads..... $20,000,000
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TITLE XXII--NAVY MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
Sec. 2201. Authorized Navy construction and land acquisition projects.
Sec. 2202. Family housing.
Sec. 2203. Authorization of appropriations, Navy.
Sec. 2204. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2019
projects.
Sec. 2205. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2020 project
at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona.
Sec. 2206. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2021
projects.
Sec. 2207. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022
projects.
SEC. 2201. <<NOTE: Real property.>> AUTHORIZED NAVY CONSTRUCTION
AND LAND ACQUISITION PROJECTS.
(a) Inside the United States.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant
to the authorization of appropriations in section 2203(a) and available
for military construction projects inside the United States as specified
in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Navy may
acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for
the installations or locations inside the United States, and in the
amounts, set forth in the following table:
[[Page 138 STAT. 2223]]
Navy: Inside the United States
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State Installation or Location Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Arizona...................................... Marine Corps Air Station Yuma................... $261,160,000
Florida...................................... Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.............. $221,060,000
Georgia...................................... Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.................. $264,030,000
Guam......................................... Andersen Air Force Base......................... $561,730,000
Joint Region Marinas............................ $111,666,000
Naval Base Guam................................. $241,880,000
Hawaii....................................... Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam................. $505,000,000
Marine Corps Base Kaneohe Bay................... $297,770,000
Maryland..................................... Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head........ $106,000,000
Nevada....................................... Naval Air Station Fallon........................ $93,300,000
North Carolina............................... Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point........... $849,520,000
Virginia..................................... Naval Weapons Station Yorktown.................. $151,850,000
Norfolk Naval Shipyard.......................... $635,739,000
Washington................................... Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor........................ $200,550,000
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard...................... $231,490,000
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(b) Outside the United States.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant
to the authorization of appropriations in section 2203(a) and available
for military construction projects outside the United States as
specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the
Navy may acquire real property and carry out military construction
projects for the installations or locations outside the United States,
and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Navy: Outside the United States
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Country Installation or Location Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Australia..................................... Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin.......... $353,970,000
El Salvador................................... Cooperative Security Location Comalapa.......... $28,000,000
Federated States of Micronesia................ Yap International Airport....................... $807,700,000
Palau......................................... Koror, Port of Malakal.......................... $918,300,000
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SEC. 2202. FAMILY HOUSING.
(a) Construction and Acquisition.--Using amounts appropriated
pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2203(a) and
available for military family housing functions as specified in the
funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Navy may construct
or acquire family housing units (including land acquisition and
supporting facilities) at the installations or locations, and in the
amounts, set forth in the following table:
Navy: Family Housing
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Country or Territory Installation Amount
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Guam............................ Andersen Air Force $488,186,000
Base................
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[[Page 138 STAT. 2224]]
(b) Improvements to Military Family Housing Units.--Subject to
section 2825 of title 10, United States Code, and using amounts
appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section
2203(a) and available for military family housing functions as specified
in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Navy may
improve existing military family housing units in an amount not to
exceed $35,438,000.
(c) Planning and Design.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the
authorization of appropriations in section 2203(a) and available for
military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in
section 4601, the Secretary of the Navy may carry out architectural and
engineering services and construction design activities with respect to
the construction or improvement of family housing units in an amount not
to exceed $13,329,000.
SEC. 2203. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS, NAVY.
(a) Authorization of Appropriations.--Funds are hereby authorized to
be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2024, for
military construction, land acquisition, and military family housing
functions of the Department of the Navy, as specified in the funding
table in section 4601.
(b) Limitation on Total Cost of Construction Projects.--
Notwithstanding the cost variations authorized by section 2853 of title
10, United States Code, and any other cost variation authorized by law,
the total cost of all projects carried out under sections 2201 and 2202
of this Act may not exceed the total amount authorized to be
appropriated under subsection (a), as specified in the funding table in
section 4601.
SEC. 2204. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2019 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (division B of
Public Law 115-232; 132 Stat. 2240) the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2201(b) and 2902 of that
Act (132 Stat. 2244, 2286) and extended by section 2204 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of
Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 716), shall remain in effect until October
1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Navy: Extension of 2019 Project Authorizations
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Original
Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Bahrain............................... SW Asia................... Fleet Maintenance $26,340,000
Facility and TOC........
Greece................................ Naval Support Activity EDI: Joint Mobility $41,650,000
Souda Bay................ Processing Center.......
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[[Page 138 STAT. 2225]]
SEC. 2205. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT FISCAL YEAR 2020
PROJECT AT MARINE CORPS AIR STATION
YUMA, ARIZONA.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (division B of
Public Law 116-92; 133 Stat. 1862) the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in sections 2201(a) and 2809 of
that Act (133 Stat. 1865, 1887), shall remain in effect until October 1,
2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Navy: Extension of 2020 Project Authorizations
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Original
State Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Arizona............................... Marine Corps Air Station Bachelor Enlisted $99,600,000
Yuma..................... Quarters................
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SEC. 2206. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2021 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (division B of
Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat. 4294), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2201 of that Act (134
Stat. 4297) and extended by section 2205 of the Military Construction
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of Public Law 118-31;
137 Stat. 718), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2025, or the
date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military
construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Navy: Extension of 2021 Project Authorizations
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Original
State/Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Guam.................................. Joint Region Marianas..... Joint Communications $22,000,000
Upgrade.................
Maine................................. NCTAMS LANT Detachment Perimeter Security....... $26,100,000
Cutler...................
Nevada................................ Fallon.................... Range Training Complex, $29,040,000
Phase 1.................
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[[Page 138 STAT. 2226]]
SEC. 2207. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2022 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (division B of
Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 2161), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in sections 2201 and 2202(a) of
that Act (135 Stat. 2166, 2167), shall remain in effect until October 1,
2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Navy: Extension of 2022 Project Authorizations
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or Original Authorized
State/Country Location Project Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Arizona.............................. Marine Corps Air Combat Training Tank $29,300,000
Station Yuma. Complex.
California........................... Marine Corps Air F-35 Centralized Engine $31,400,000
Station Miramar. Repair Facility.
Marine Corps Base Camp CLB MEU Complex........ $83,900,000
Pendleton.
Marine Corps Base Camp Warehouse Replacement.. $22,200,000
Pendleton.
Naval Base Ventura MQ-25 Aircraft $125,291,000
County. Maintenance Hangar.
District of Columbia................. Marine Barracks Family Housing $10,415,000
Washington. Improvements.
Florida.............................. Marine Corps Support Lighterage and Small $69,400,000
Facility Blount Island. Craft Facility.
Hawaii............................... Marine Corps Base Electrical Distribution $64,500,000
Kaneohe. Modernization.
South Carolina....................... Marine Corps Air Aircraft Maintenance $122,600,000
Station Beaufort. Hangar.
Spain................................ Naval Station Rota..... EDI: Explosive Ordnance $85,600,000
Disposal (EOD) Mobile
Unit Facilities.
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[[Page 138 STAT. 2227]]
TITLE XXIII--AIR FORCE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
Sec. 2301. Authorized Air Force construction and land acquisition
projects.
Sec. 2302. Family housing.
Sec. 2303. Authorization of appropriations, Air Force.
Sec. 2304. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2017 project
at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany.
Sec. 2305. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2018
projects.
Sec. 2306. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2019
projects.
Sec. 2307. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2020
projects.
Sec. 2308. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2021 project
at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia.
Sec. 2309. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022
projects.
SEC. 2301. <<NOTE: Real property.>> AUTHORIZED AIR FORCE
CONSTRUCTION AND LAND ACQUISITION
PROJECTS.
(a) Inside the United States.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant
to the authorization of appropriations in section 2303(a) and available
for military construction projects inside the United States as specified
in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Air Force may
acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for
the installations or locations inside the United States, and in the
amounts, set forth in the following table:
Air Force: Inside the United States
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
State Installation or Location Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alaska......................................... Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson............. $355,000,000
Arkansas....................................... Ebbing Air National Guard Base.............. $74,000,000
California..................................... Beale Air Force Base........................ $148,000,000
Vandenberg Space Force Base................. $277,000,000
Colorado....................................... Buckley Space Force Base.................... $68,000,000
District of Columbia........................... Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling................ $50,000,000
Florida........................................ Eglin Air Force Base........................ $23,900,000
Tyndall Air Force Base...................... $48,000,000
Idaho.......................................... Mountain Home Air Force Base................ $40,000,000
Louisiana...................................... Barksdale Air Force Base.................... $22,000,000
Massachusetts.................................. Hanscom Air Force Base...................... $315,000,000
Mississippi.................................... Keesler Air Force Base...................... $25,000,000
Montana........................................ Malmstrom Air Force Base.................... $20,000,000
North Carolina................................. SeymourJohnson Air Force Base............... $41,000,000
Oregon......................................... Mountain Home Air Force Base................ $1,093,000,000
South Dakota................................... Ellsworth Air Force Base.................... $177,000,000
Texas.......................................... Dyess Air Force Base........................ $31,300,000
Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland............. $215,000,000
Joint Base San Antonio-Sam Houston.......... $469,000,000
Laughlin Air Force Base..................... $56,000,000
Utah........................................... Hill Air Force Base......................... $258,000,000
[[Page 138 STAT. 2228]]
Virginia....................................... Joint Base Langley-Eustis................... $81,000,000
Wyoming........................................ F.E. Warren Air Force Base.................. $1,581,000,000
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(b) Outside the United States.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant
to the authorization of appropriations in section 2303(a) and available
for military construction projects outside the United States as
specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Air
Force may acquire real property and carry out military construction
projects for the installations or locations outside the United States,
and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Air Force: Outside the United States
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or
Country Location Amount
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Denmark...................... Royal Danish Air Force $110,000,000
Base Karup...........
Federated States of Yap International $949,314,000
Micronesia. Airport.
Germany...................... Ramstein Air Base..... $22,000,000
Spain........................ Naval Station Rota.... $15,200,000
United Kingdom............... Royal Air Force $185,000,000
Lakenheath.
Royal Air Force $51,000,000
Mildenhall.
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SEC. 2302. FAMILY HOUSING.
(a) Construction and Acquisition.--Using amounts appropriated
pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2303(a) and
available for military family housing functions as specified in the
funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Air Force may
construct or acquire family housing units (including land acquisition
and supporting facilities) at the installations or locations and in the
amounts set forth in the following table:
Air Force: Family Housing
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Country Installation Amount
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Germany......................... Ramstein Air Base.... $5,750,000
------------------------------------------------------------------------
(b) Improvements to Military Family Housing Units.--Subject to
section 2825 of title 10, United States Code, and using amounts
appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section
2303(a) and available for military family housing functions as specified
in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Air Force may
improve existing military family housing units in an amount not to
exceed $209,242,000.
(c) Planning and Design.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the
authorization of appropriations in section 2303(a) and available for
military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in
section 4601, the Secretary of the Air
[[Page 138 STAT. 2229]]
Force may carry out architectural and engineering services and
construction design activities with respect to the construction or
improvement of family housing units in an amount not to exceed
$6,557,000.
SEC. 2303. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS, AIR FORCE.
(a) Authorization of Appropriations.--Funds are hereby authorized to
be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2024, for
military construction, land acquisition, and military family housing
functions of the Department of the Air Force, as specified in the
funding table in section 4601.
(b) Limitation on Total Cost of Construction Projects.--
Notwithstanding the cost variations authorized by section 2853 of title
10, United States Code, and any other cost variation authorized by law,
the total cost of all projects carried out under sections 2301 and 2302
of this Act may not exceed the total amount authorized to be
appropriated under subsection (a), as specified in the funding table in
section 4601.
SEC. 2304. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT FISCAL YEAR 2017
PROJECT AT SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE,
GERMANY.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (division B of
Public Law 114-328; 130 Stat. 2688), the authorization set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2902 of that Act (130
Stat. 2743) and extended by section 2304 of the Military Construction
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (division B of Public Law 117-81;
135 Stat. 2169) and amended by section 2304(b) of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of
Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 721), shall remain in effect until October
1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Air Force: Extension of 2017 Project Authorization
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Original
Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Germany............................... Spangdahlem Air Base...... ERI: F/A-22 Low $12,000,000
Observable/Comp Repair
Fac.....................
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SEC. 2305. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2018 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (division B of
Public Law 115-91; 131 Stat. 1817), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2903 of that Act (131
Stat. 1876) and extended by section 2304(b) of the Military Construction
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (division B of Public Law 117-
263; 136 Stat. 2980) and amended by section
[[Page 138 STAT. 2230]]
2305(b) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (division B of Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 722), shall remain in
effect until October 1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act
authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2026,
whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Air Force: Extension of 2018 Project Authorizations
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Original
Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Hungary............................... Kecskemet Air Base........ ERI: Airfield Upgrades... $12,900,000
Kecskemet Air Base........ ERI: Construct Parallel $30,000,000
Taxiway.................
Kecskemet Air Base........ ERI: Increase POL Storage $12,500,000
Capacity................
Slovakia.............................. Malacky................... ERI: Increase POL Storage $20,000,000
Capacity................
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SEC. 2306. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2019 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (division B of
Public Law 115-232; 132 Stat. 2240), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2903 of that Act (132
Stat. 2287) and extended by section 2306(b) of the Military Construction
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of Public Law 118-31;
137 Stat. 724), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2025, or the
date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military
construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Air Force: Extension of 2019 Project Authorizations
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Original
Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
United Kingdom........................ Royal Air Force Fairford.. EDI: Construct DABS-FEV $87,000,000
Storage.................
[[Page 138 STAT. 2231]]
Royal Air Force Fairford.. EDI: Munitions Holding $19,000,000
Area....................
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SEC. 2307. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2020 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (division B of
Public Law 116-92; 133 Stat. 1862), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in sections 2301(a) and 2912(a) of
that Act (133 Stat. 1867, 1913), shall remain in effect until October 1,
2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Air Force: Extension of 2020 Project Authorizations
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Original
State Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Florida............................... Tyndall Air Force Base.... Deployment Center/Flight $43,000,000
Line Dining/AAFES.......
Georgia............................... Moody Air Force Base...... 41 RQS HH-60W Apron...... $12,500,000
New Mexico............................ Kirtland Air Force Base... Combat Rescue Helicopter $15,500,000
Simulator (CRH) ADAL....
Texas................................. Joint Base San Antonio.... BMT Recruit Dormitory 8.. $110,000,000
Washington............................ Fairchild-White Bluff..... Consolidated TFI Base $31,000,000
Operations..............
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SEC. 2308. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT FISCAL YEAR 2021
PROJECT AT JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS,
VIRGINIA.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (division B
[[Page 138 STAT. 2232]]
of Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat. 4294), the authorization set forth in
the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2301(a) of that Act
(132 Stat. 2287) and extended by section 2307(a) of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of
Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 725), shall remain in effect until October
1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Air Force: Extension of 2021 Project Authorization
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Original
State Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Virginia.............................. Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Access Control Point Main $19,500,000
Gate With Land Acq......
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SEC. 2309. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2022 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (division B of
Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 2161), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2301 of that Act (135
Stat. 2168), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2025, or the date
of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction
for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Air Force: Extension of 2022 Project Authorizations
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Original
State/Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Australia............................. Royal Australian Air Force Squadron Operations $7,400,000
Base Darwin.............. Facility................
Royal Australian Air Force Aircraft Maintenance $6,200,000
Base Tindal.............. Support Facility........
Royal Australian Air Force Squadron Operations $8,200,000
Base Tindal.............. Facility................
[[Page 138 STAT. 2233]]
Massachusetts......................... Hanscom Air Force Base.... NC3 Acquisitions $66,000,000
Management Facility.....
United Kingdom........................ Royal Air Force Lakenheath F-35A Child Development $24,000,000
Center..................
Royal Air Force Lakenheath F-35A Munition Inspection $31,000,000
Facility................
Royal Air Force Lakenheath F-35A Weapons Load $49,000,000
Training Facility.......
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TITLE XXIV--DEFENSE AGENCIES MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
Sec. 2401. Authorized Defense Agencies construction and land acquisition
projects.
Sec. 2402. Authorized Energy Resilience and Conservation Investment
program projects.
Sec. 2403. Authorization of appropriations, Defense Agencies.
Sec. 2404. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2018 project
at Iwakuni, Japan.
Sec. 2405. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2019 project
at Iwakuni, Japan.
Sec. 2406. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2020 project
at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania.
Sec. 2407. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2021
projects.
Sec. 2408. Modification of authority to carry out fiscal year 2022
project at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, District of
Columbia.
Sec. 2409. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022
projects.
SEC. 2401. <<NOTE: Real property.>> AUTHORIZED DEFENSE AGENCIES
CONSTRUCTION AND LAND ACQUISITION
PROJECTS.
(a) Inside the United States.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant
to the authorization of appropriations in section 2403(a) and available
for military construction projects inside the United States as specified
in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of Defense may
acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for
the installations or locations inside the United States, and in the
amounts, set forth in the following table:
[[Page 138 STAT. 2234]]
Defense Agencies: Inside the United States
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State or Territory Installation or Location Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alaska......................................... Eielson Air Force Base....................... $14,000,000
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.............. $55,000,000
Arizona........................................ U.S. Army Garrison Yuma Proving Grounds...... $64,000,000
California.................................... Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton............. $106,176,000
Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center $19,300,000
Colorado....................................... Fort Carson.................................. $61,359,000
Florida........................................ Hurlburt Field............................... $14,000,000
Georgia........................................ Hunter Army Airfield......................... $64,300,000
Guam........................................... Joint Region Marianas........................ $929,224,000
Missouri....................................... Whiteman Air Force Base...................... $19,500,000
North Carolina................................. Fort Liberty................................. $47,000,000
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune............... $84,500,000
South Carolina................................. Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort............ $31,500,000
Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island..... $72,050,000
Texas.......................................... Naval Air Station Corpus Christi............ $79,300,000
Virginia....................................... Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort $35,000,000
Story.......................................
Pentagon..................................... $36,800,000
Washington..................................... Naval Air Station Whidbey Island............. $54,000,000
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(b) Outside the United States.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant
to the authorization of appropriations in section 2403(a) and available
for military construction projects outside the United States as
specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of Defense
may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects
for the installations or locations outside the United States, and in the
amounts, set forth in the following table:
Defense Agencies: Outside the United States
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Country Installation or Location Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Japan........................................ Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler...... $160,000,000
Korea........................................ Kunsan Air Base............................... $64,942,000
United Kingdom............................... Royal Air Force Lakenheath.................... $153,000,000
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SEC. 2402. AUTHORIZED ENERGY RESILIENCE AND CONSERVATION
INVESTMENT PROGRAM PROJECTS.
(a) Inside the United States.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant
to the authorization of appropriations in section 2403(a) and available
for energy conservation projects as specified in the funding table in
section 4601, the Secretary of Defense may carry out energy conservation
projects under chapter 173 of title 10,
[[Page 138 STAT. 2235]]
United States Code, for the installations or locations inside the United
States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
ERCIP Projects: Inside the United States
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or
State Location Amount
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alabama......................... Anniston Army Depot $56,450,000
Delaware....................... Major Joseph R. $22,050,000
``Beau'' Biden III
National Guard/
Reserve Center....
Hawaii.......................... Joint Base Pearl $16,300,000
Harbor-Hickam.....
Illinois........................ Rock Island Arsenal $73,470,000
Indiana......................... Camp Atterbury- $39,180,000
Muscatatuck.......
Maine........................... Portsmouth Naval $28,700,000
Shipyard..........
Maryland........................ Aberdeen Proving $34,400,000
Ground............
Joint Base Andrews. $17,920,000
New Jersey...................... Joint Base McGuire- $19,500,000
Dix-Lakehurst.....
National Guard $40,000,000
Training Center
Sea Girt..........
Ohio............................ Wright-Patterson $53,000,000
Air Force Base....
Washington...................... Joint Base Lewis- $40,000,000
McChord-Gray Army
Airfield..........
Naval Base Kitsap.. $77,270,000
Naval Magazine $39,490,000
Indian Island.....
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(b) Outside the United States.--Using amounts appropriated pursuant
to the authorization of appropriations in section 2403(a) and available
for energy conservation projects as specified in the funding table in
section 4601, the Secretary of Defense may carry out energy conservation
projects under chapter 173 of title 10, United States Code, for the
installations or locations outside the United States, and in the
amounts, set forth in the following table:
ERCIP Projects: Outside the United States
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or
Country Location Amount
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bahrain......................... Naval Support $15,330,000
Activity Bahrain..
Greece......................... Naval Support $42,500,000
Activity Souda Bay
Italy........................... Naval Air Station $13,470,000
Sigonella.........
Japan........................... Camp Fuji.......... $45,870,000
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(c) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Improvement of Conveyed Utility Systems.--
In the case of a utility system that is conveyed under section 2688 of
title 10, United States Code, and that only provides utility services to
a military installation, notwithstanding subchapters I and III of
chapter169 and chapters 221 and 223 of title 10, United States Code, the
Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of a military department may
authorize a contract with the conveyee of the utility
[[Page 138 STAT. 2236]]
system to carry out the military construction projects set forth in the
following table:
Improvement of Conveyed Utility Systems
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State Installation or Location Project
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Maryland..................................... Aberdeen Proving Ground....................... Power Generation
and Microgrid
Washington................................... Joint-Base Lewis-McChord Gray Army Airfield... Power Generation
and Microgrid
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SEC. 2403. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS, DEFENSE AGENCIES.
(a) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Authorization of Appropriations.--
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years
beginning after September 30, 2024, for military construction, land
acquisition, and military family housing functions of the Department of
Defense (other than the military departments), as specified in the
funding table in section 4601.
(b) Limitation on Total Cost of Construction Projects.--
Notwithstanding the cost variations authorized by section 2853 of title
10, United States Code, and any other cost variation authorized by law,
the total cost of all projects carried out under sections 2401 and 2402
of this Act may not exceed the total amount authorized to be
appropriated under subsection (a), as specified in the funding table in
section 4601.
SEC. 2404. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT FISCAL YEAR 2018
PROJECT AT IWAKUNI, JAPAN.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (division B of
Public Law 115-91; 131 Stat. 1817), the authorization set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2401(b) of that Act (131
Stat. 1829) and extended by section 2404 of the Military Construction
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (division B of Public Law 117-
263; 136 Stat.2984) and amended by section 2404 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of
Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 728), shall remain in effect until October
1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Defense Agencies: Extension of 2018 Project Authorization
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Original
Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Japan................................. Iwakuni................... PDI: Construct Bulk $30,800,000
Storage Tanks PH 1......
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[[Page 138 STAT. 2237]]
SEC. 2405. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT FISCAL YEAR 2019
PROJECT AT IWAKUNI, JAPAN.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (division B of
Public Law 115-232; 132 Stat. 2240), the authorization set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2401(b) of that Act (132
Stat. 2250) and extended by section 2405(a) of the Military Construction
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of Public Law 118-31;
137 Stat. 729), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2025, or the
date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military
construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Defense Agencies: Extension of 2019 Project Authorization
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Original
Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Japan................................. Iwakuni................... Fuel Pier................ $33,200,000
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SEC. 2406. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT FISCAL YEAR 2020
PROJECT AT FORT INDIANTOWN GAP,
PENNSYLVANIA.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (division B of
Public Law 116-92; 133 Stat. 1862), the authorization set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as authorized pursuant to section 2402 of such
Act (133 Stat. 1872), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2025, or
the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military
construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
ERCIP Project: Extension of 2020 Project Authorization
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Original
State/Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Pennsylvania.......................... Fort Indiantown Gap....... Install Geothermal and $3,950,000
413 kW Solar
Photovoltaic (PV) Array.
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SEC. 2407. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2021 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (division B of
Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat. 4294), the authorization set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in sections 2401(b) and
[[Page 138 STAT. 2238]]
2402 of that Act (134 Stat. 4305, 4306) and extended by sections 2406
and 2407 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (division B of Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 730), shall remain in
effect until October 1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act
authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2026,
whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Defense Agencies and ERCIP Projects: Extension of 2021 Project Authorizations
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Original
State/Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
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Arkansas.............................. Ebbing Air National Guard PV Arrays and Battery $2,600,000
Base..................... Storage.................
California............................ Marine Corps Air Ground Install 10 Mw Battery $11,646,000
Combat Center Twentynine Energy Storage for
Palms.................... Various Buildings.......
Naval Support Activity Cogeneration Plant at $10,540,000
Monterey................. B236....................
Italy................................. Naval Support Activity Smart Grid............... $3,490,000
Naples...................
Japan................................. Def Fuel Support Point Fuel Wharf............... $49,500,000
Tsurumi..................
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SEC. 2408. MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT FISCAL YEAR 2022
PROJECT AT JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING,
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
In the case of the authorization contained in the table in section
2402(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2022 (division B of Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 2174) for Joint Base
Anacostia-Bolling, District of Columbia, for construction of PV
carports, the Secretary of Defense may install a 1.0-megawatt battery
energy storage system for a total project amount of $40,650,000.
SEC. 2409. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2022 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (division B of
Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 2161), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in sections 2401 and 2402 of that
Act (135 Stat. 2173, 2174), shall remain in effect until October 1,
2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act
[[Page 138 STAT. 2239]]
authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2026,
whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Defense Agencies and ERCIP Projects: Extension of 2022 Project Authorizations
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Original
State/Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alabama............................... Fort Novosel.............. 10 MW RICE Generator $24,000,000
Plant and Microgrid
Controls................
California............................ Marine Corps Air Station Additional LFG Power $4,054,000
Miramar.................. Meter Station...........
Naval Air Weapons Station Solar Energy Storage $9,120,000
China Lake-Ridgecrest.... System..................
Georgia............................... Fort Moore................ 4.8 MW Generation and $17,593,000
Microgrid...............
Fort Stewart.............. 10 MW Generation Plant, $22,000,000
with Microgrid Control..
Guam.................................. Polaris Point Submarine Inner Apra Harbor $38,300,000
Base..................... Resiliency Upgrades Ph
1.......................
Michigan.............................. Camp Grayling............. 650 KW Gas-Fired Micro- $5,700,000
Turbine Generation
System..................
Mississippi........................... Camp Shelby............... 10 MW Generation Plant an $34,500,000
Feeder level Microgrid
System..................
Camp Shelby............... Electrical Distribution $11,155,000
Infrastructure
Undergrounding Hardening
Project.................
[[Page 138 STAT. 2240]]
New York.............................. Fort Drum................. Wellfield Field Expansion $27,000,000
Project.................
North Carolina........................ Fort Liberty.............. 10 MW Microgrid Utilizing $19,464,000
Existing and New
Generators..............
Fort Liberty.............. Emergency Water System... $7,705,000
Ohio.................................. Springfield-Beckley Base-Wide Microgrid With $4,700,000
Municipal Airport........ Natural Gas Generator,
Photovoltaic and Battery
Storage.................
Puerto Rico........................... Aguadilla................. Microgrid Control System, $10,120,000
460 KW PV, 275 KW
Generator, 660 Kwh Bess.
Fort Allen................ Microgrid Control System, $12,190,000
690 KW PV, 275 KW Gen,
570 Kwh Bess............
Tennessee............................. Memphis International PV Arrays and Battery $4,780,000
Airport.................. Storage.................
United Kingdom........................ Royal Air Force Lakenheath Hospital Replacement- $19,283,000
Temporary Facilities....
Virginia.............................. National Geospatial- Electrical System $5,299,000
Intelligence Agency Redundancy..............
Campus East..............
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[[Page 138 STAT. 2241]]
TITLE XXV--INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS
Subtitle A--North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment
Program
Sec. 2501. Authorized NATO construction and land acquisition projects.
Sec. 2502. Authorization of appropriations, NATO.
Sec. 2503. Extension of use of authorized amounts for North Atlantic
Treaty Organization Security Investment Program.
Subtitle B--Host Country In-Kind Contributions
Sec. 2511. Republic of Korea funded construction projects.
Sec. 2512. Republic of Poland funded construction projects.
Subtitle A--North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment
Program
SEC. 2501. AUTHORIZED NATO CONSTRUCTION AND LAND ACQUISITION
PROJECTS.
The Secretary of Defense may make contributions for the North
Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program as provided in
section 2806 of title 10, United States Code, in an amount not to exceed
the sum of the amount authorized to be appropriated for this purpose in
section 2502 and the amount collected from the North Atlantic Treaty
Organization as a result of construction previously financed by the
United States.
SEC. 2502. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS, NATO.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years
beginning after September 30, 2024, for contributions by the Secretary
of Defense under section 2806 of title 10, United States Code, for the
share of the United States of the cost of projects for the North
Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program authorized by
section 2501, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Location Installation or Location Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Worldwide Unspecified......................... NATO Security Investment Program............... $463,864,000
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SEC. 2503. EXTENSION OF USE OF AUTHORIZED AMOUNTS FOR NORTH
ATLANTIC TREATY ORGANIZATION SECURITY
INVESTMENT PROGRAM.
Section 2806(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking ``Funds'' and inserting ``(1) Funds''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(2) If any funds authorized for the North Atlantic Treaty
Organization Security Investment program for a fiscal year are available
to be obligated or expended at the end of that fiscal year and no funds
have been authorized for the following fiscal year, not more than 50
percent of the amount authorized for the
[[Page 138 STAT. 2242]]
North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment program for that
fiscal year shall be deemed to be authorized by law for purposes of
paragraph (1) for the following fiscal year.''.
Subtitle B--Host Country In-Kind Contributions
SEC. 2511. REPUBLIC OF KOREA FUNDED CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.
Pursuant to agreement with the Republic of Korea for required in-
kind contributions, the Secretary of Defense may accept military
construction projects for the installations or locations in the Republic
of Korea, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Republic of Korea Funded Construction Projects
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or
Component Location Project Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Army................................. Camp Carroll........... MSC-K Paint Removal $9,400,000
Booth.................
Army................................. Camp Carroll........... Tactical Equipment $72,000,000
Maintenance Facility
(TEMF)................
Army................................. Camp Walker............ Elementary School...... $46,000,000
Army................................. USAG Humphreys......... Embedded Behavioral $10,000,000
Health Clinic.........
Army................................. USAG Humphreys......... General Support $180,000,000
Aviation Battalion
Hangar................
Navy................................. Chinhae................ Upgrade Main Access $9,200,000
Control Point.........
Air Force............................ Daegu AB............... Upgrade Water $9,600,000
Distribution System...
Air Force............................ Kunsan AB.............. Combat Small Arms Range $31,000,000
Air Force............................ Kunsan AB.............. Fighter Squadron and $46,000,000
Fighter Generation
Squadron Operations
Facility..............
Air Force............................ Osan AB................ Distributed Mission $15,000,000
Operations (DMO)
Flight Simulator......
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SEC. 2512. REPUBLIC OF POLAND FUNDED CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.
Pursuant to agreement with the Republic of Poland for required in-
kind contributions, the Secretary of Defense may accept military
construction projects for the installations or locations in the Republic
of Poland, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
[[Page 138 STAT. 2243]]
Republic of Poland Funded Construction Projects
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or
Component Location Project Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Air Force............................ Lask AB................ AT/FP Upgrades for PPI $22,000,000
Mission...............
Air Force............................ Lask AB................ Connecting Taxiways for $18,000,000
RPA Mission...........
Air Force............................ Lask AB................ Ground Comms and Data $5,000,000
Support Area for RPA
Mission...............
Air Force............................ Lask AB................ Maintenance Hangar for $69,000,000
PPI Mission...........
Air Force............................ Lask AB................ RPA Parking Apron...... $18,000,000
Air Force............................ Wroclaw AB............. AT/FP Upgrades for APOD $46,000,000
Mission...............
Air Force............................ Wroclaw AB............. Comms Infrastructure $10,000,000
for APOD Mission......
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TITLE XXVI--GUARD AND RESERVE FORCES FACILITIES
Sec. 2601. Authorized Army National Guard construction and land
acquisition projects.
Sec. 2602. Authorized Army Reserve construction and land acquisition
projects.
Sec. 2603. Authorized Navy Reserve and Marine Corps Reserve construction
and land acquisition projects.
Sec. 2604. Authorized Air National Guard construction and land
acquisition projects.
Sec. 2605. Authorized Air Force Reserve construction and land
acquisition projects.
Sec. 2606. Authorization of appropriations, National Guard and Reserve.
Sec. 2607. Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2018 project
at Hulman Regional Airport, Indiana.
Sec. 2608. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2020
projects.
Sec. 2609. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2021
projects.
Sec. 2610. Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022
projects.
Sec. 2611. Modification of authority to carry out fiscal year 2022
project.
SEC. 2601. <<NOTE: Real property.>> AUTHORIZED ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
CONSTRUCTION AND LAND ACQUISITION
PROJECTS.
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of
appropriations in section 2606 and available for the National Guard and
Reserve as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary
of the Army may acquire real property and carry out military
construction projects for the Army National Guard locations inside the
United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Army National Guard
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
State or Territory Installation or Location Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alaska...................................... Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.................. $67,000,000
Iowa........................................ Sioux City Armory............................... $13,800,000
Kentucky.................................... Fort Campbell.................................... $18,000,000
Louisiana................................... Lafayette Readiness Center...................... $33,000,000
Mississippi................................. Southaven Readiness Center...................... $33,000,000
[[Page 138 STAT. 2244]]
Montana..................................... Malta Readiness Center.......................... $14,800,000
Nevada...................................... Hawthorne Army Depot............................ $18,000,000
New Jersey.................................. Vineland........................................ $23,000,000
Ohio........................................ Lima............................................. $26,000,000
Oklahoma.................................... Shawnee Readiness Center......................... $29,000,000
Utah........................................ Nephi Readiness Center........................... $20,000,000
Washington.................................. Camp Murray..................................... $40,000,000
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SEC. 2602. <<NOTE: Real property.>> AUTHORIZED ARMY RESERVE
CONSTRUCTION AND LAND ACQUISITION
PROJECTS.
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of
appropriations in section 2606 and available for the National Guard and
Reserve as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary
of the Army may acquire real property and carry out military
construction projects for the Army Reserve locations inside the United
States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Army Reserve
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or
State or Territory Location Amount
------------------------------------------------------------------------
California..................... Camp Parks........ $42,000,000
Georgia......................... Dobbins Air $78,000,000
Reserve Base.
Kentucky........................ Fort Knox......... $138,000,000
Massachusetts................... Devens Reserve $39,000,000
Forces Training
Area.
New Jersey...................... Joint Base McGuire- $16,000,000
Dix-Lakehurst.
Pennsylvania.................... Wilkes-Barre..... $22,000,000
Puerto Rico..................... Fort Buchanan..... $39,000,000
Virginia........................ Richmond.......... $23,000,000
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SEC. 2603. <<NOTE: Real property.>> AUTHORIZED NAVY RESERVE AND
MARINE CORPS RESERVE CONSTRUCTION AND
LAND ACQUISITION PROJECTS.
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of
appropriations in section 2606 and available for the National Guard and
Reserve as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary
of the Navy may acquire real property and carry out military
construction projects for the Navy Reserve and Marine Corps Reserve
location inside the United States, and in the amount, set forth in the
following table:
[[Page 138 STAT. 2245]]
Navy Reserve and Marine Corps Reserve
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or
State Location Amount
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Texas........................... Naval Air Station $106,870,000
Joint Reserve
Base Fort Worth.
Washington..................... Joint Base Lewis- $26,610,000
McChord.
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SEC. 2604. <<NOTE: Real property.>> AUTHORIZED AIR NATIONAL GUARD
CONSTRUCTION AND LAND ACQUISITION
PROJECTS.
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of
appropriations in section 2606 and available for the National Guard and
Reserve as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary
of the Air Force may acquire real property and carry out military
construction projects for the Air National Guard locations inside the
United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Air National Guard
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or
State Location Amount
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alaska......................... Joint Base $19,300,000
Elmendorf-
Richardson.
California...................... Moffett Airfield.. $12,600,000
Florida......................... Jacksonville $26,200,000
International
Airport.
Hawaii......................... Joint Base Pearl $36,600,000
Harbor-Hickam.
Maine........................... Bangor $48,000,000
International
Airport.
New Jersey...................... Atlantic City $18,000,000
International
Airport.
New York........................ Francis S. $14,000,000
Gabreski Airport.
Texas........................... Fort Worth........ $13,100,000
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SEC. 2605. <<NOTE: Real property.>> AUTHORIZED AIR FORCE RESERVE
CONSTRUCTION AND LAND ACQUISITION
PROJECTS.
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of
appropriations in section 2606 and available for the National Guard and
Reserve as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary
of the Air Force may acquire real property and carry out military
construction projects for the Air Force Reserve locations inside the
United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
[[Page 138 STAT. 2246]]
Air Force Reserve
------------------------------------------------------------------------
State Location Amount
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Delaware........................ Dover Air Force $42,000,000
Base.
Indiana......................... Grissom Air $21,000,000
Reserve Base.
Ohio............................ Youngstown Air $25,000,000
Reserve Station.
South Carolina.................. Joint Base $33,000,000
Charleston.
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SEC. 2606. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS, NATIONAL GUARD AND
RESERVE.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years
beginning after September 30, 2024, for the costs of acquisition,
architectural and engineering services, and construction of facilities
for the Guard and Reserve Forces, and for contributions therefor, under
chapter 1803 of title 10, United States Code (including the cost of
acquisition of land for those facilities), as specified in the funding
table in section 4601.
SEC. 2607. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT FISCAL YEAR 2018
PROJECT AT HULMAN REGIONAL AIRPORT,
INDIANA.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (division B of
Public Law 115-91; 131 Stat. 1817), the authorization set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2604 of that Act (131
Stat. 1836) and extended by section 2608 of the Military Construction
Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (division B of Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat.
2989) and section 2607 of the Military Construction Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (division B of Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 737), shall remain in
effect until October 1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act
authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2026,
whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
National Guard and Reserve: Extension of 2018 Project Authorization
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or Original Authorized
State Location Project Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Indiana.............................. Hulman Regional Airport Construct Small Arms $8,000,000
Range.................
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SEC. 2608. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2020 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (division B
of Public Law 116-92; 133 Stat. 1862), the authorizations set forth in
the table in subsection (b), as provided in section
[[Page 138 STAT. 2247]]
2601 of that Act (133 Stat. 1875), shall remain in effect until October
1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
National Guard and Reserve: Extension of 2020 Project Authorizations
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Original
State/Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
California............................ Camp Roberts.............. Automated Multipurpose $12,000,000
Machine Gun (MPMG) Range
Pennsylvania.......................... Moon Township............. Combined Support $23,000,000
Maintenance Shop........
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SEC. 2609. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2021 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Division B of
Public Law 116-283; 134 Stat. 4294), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in sections 2601 and 2602 of that
Act (134 Stat. 4312, 4313) and extended by section 2609 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of
Public Law 118-31; 137 Stat. 738), shall remain in effect until October
1, 2025, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for
military construction for fiscal year 2026, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
National Guard and Reserve: Extension of 2021 Project Authorizations
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Original
State/Country Installation or Location Project Authorized Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Arkansas.............................. Fort Chaffee.............. National Guard Readiness $15,000,000
Center..................
California............................ Bakersfield............... National Guard Vehicle $9,300,000
Maintenance Shop........
[[Page 138 STAT. 2248]]
Massachusetts......................... Devens Reserve Forces Automated Multipurpose $8,700,000
Training Area............ Machine Gun Range.......
North Carolina........................ Asheville................. Army Reserve Center...... $24,000,000
Puerto Rico........................... Fort Allen................ National Guard Readiness $37,000,000
Center..................
South Carolina........................ Joint Base Charleston..... National Guard Readiness $15,000,000
Center..................
Texas................................. Fort Worth................ Aircraft Maintenance $6,000,000
Hangar Addition/Alt.....
Virgin Islands........................ St. Croix................. Army Aviation Support $28,000,000
Facility (AASF).........
St. Croix................. CST Ready Building....... $11,400,000
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SEC. 2610. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT CERTAIN FISCAL YEAR
2022 PROJECTS.
(a) Extension.--Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military
Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (division B of
Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 2161), the authorizations set forth in the
table in subsection (b), as provided in sections 2601, 2602, 2604, and
2605 of that Act (135 Stat. 2178, 2179), and as amended by section
2607(1) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2023 (division B of Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat. 2988) and this
section, shall remain in effect until October 1, 2026, or the date of
the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for
fiscal year 2027, whichever is later.
(b) Table.--The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
[[Page 138 STAT. 2249]]
National Guard and Reserve: Extension of 2022 Project Authorizations
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Installation or Original Authorized
State Location Project Amount
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alabama.............................. Huntsville Readiness National Guard $17,000,000
Center................ Readiness Center......
Georgia.............................. Fort Moore............. Post-Initial Military $13,200,000
Training Unaccompanied
Housing...............
Indiana.............................. Grissom Air Reserve Logistics Readiness $29,000,000
Base.................. Complex...............
Massachusetts........................ Barnes Air National Combined Engine/ASE/NDI $12,200,000
Guard Base............ Shop..................
Mississippi.......................... Jackson International Fire Crash and Rescue $9,300,000
Airport............... Station...............
New York............................. Francis S. Gabreski Base Civil Engineer $14,800,000
Airport............... Complex...............
Ohio................................. Wright-Patterson Air AR Center Training $19,000,000
Force Base............ Building/ UHS.........
Texas................................ Kelly Field Annex...... Aircraft Corrosion $9,500,000
Control...............
Vermont.............................. Bennington............. National Guard $16,900,000
Readiness Center......
Wisconsin............................ Fort McCoy............. Transient Training $29,200,000
Officer Barracks......
Wyoming.............................. Cheyenne Municipal Combined Vehicle $13,400,000
Airport............... Maintenance and ASE
Complex...............
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SEC. 2611. <<NOTE: Vermont.>> MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO CARRY
OUT FISCAL YEAR 2022 PROJECT.
With respect to the authorization contained in the table in section
2601 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022
(division B of Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 2178), as amended by section
2610 of this Act, for Bennington, Vermont, for construction of a
National Guard Readiness Center, the Secretary of the Army may construct
the National Guard Readiness Center in Lyndon, Vermont.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2250]]
TITLE XXVII--BASE REALIGNMENT AND CLOSURE ACTIVITIES
Sec. 2701. Authorization of appropriations for base realignment and
closure activities funded through Department of Defense base
closure account.
SEC. 2701. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS FOR BASE REALIGNMENT
AND CLOSURE ACTIVITIES FUNDED THROUGH
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE BASE CLOSURE
ACCOUNT.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years
beginning after September 30, 2024, for base realignment and closure
activities, including real property acquisition and military
construction projects, as authorized by the Defense Base Closure and
Realignment Act of 1990 (part A of title XXIX of Public Law 101-510; 10
U.S.C. 2687 note) and funded through the Department of Defense Base
Closure Account established by section 2906 of such Act (as amended by
section 2711 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112-239; 126 Stat. 2140)), as
specified in the funding table in section 4601.
TITLE XXVIII--MILITARY CONSTRUCTION GENERAL PROVISIONS
Subtitle A--Military Construction Programs
Sec. 2801. Modification of definition of military installation for
purposes of notifications related to basing decision-making
process.
Sec. 2802. Expansion of eligible grant recipients under the Defense
Community Infrastructure Program.
Sec. 2803. Process for strategic basing actions for the Department of
the Air Force.
Sec. 2804. Inclusion of land acquisition and demolitions projects in
authorized unspecified minor military construction project;
temporary expansion of authority for purchase of certain
land.
Sec. 2805. Amendments to defense laboratory modernization program.
Sec. 2806. Annual five-year plans on improvement of Department of
Defense innovation infrastructure.
Sec. 2807. Modification of authority for Indo-Pacific posture
unspecified minor military construction projects.
Sec. 2808. Extension of prohibition on joint use of Homestead Air
Reserve Base with civil aviation.
Sec. 2809. Information on military construction projects and repair
projects at joint bases.
Sec. 2810. Notification to Congress of reprogramming involving military
construction funds.
Sec. 2811. Obligation and execution of design funds for military
construction projects.
Sec. 2812. Schedule of repairs at Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida.
Subtitle B--Military Housing Reforms
Sec. 2821. Budget justification for certain Facilities Sustainment,
Restoration, and Modernization projects.
Sec. 2822. Strategy and assessment with respect to non-operational,
underutilized, and other Department of Defense facilities:
assessments of historic significance.
Sec. 2823. Application of certain authorities and standards to historic
military housing and associated historic properties of the
Department of the Army.
Sec. 2824. Extension of applicability for waivers of covered privacy and
configuration standards for covered military unaccompanied
housing.
Sec. 2825. Additional requirements for database of complaints made
regarding housing units of Department of Defense.
Sec. 2826. Digital system for submission of maintenance work order
requests for covered military unaccompanied housing required.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2251]]
Sec. 2827. Modification to definition of privatized military housing.
Sec. 2828. Analysis of housing availability for critical civilian and
contractor personnel near rural military installations.
Sec. 2829. Digital facilities management systems for military
departments.
Sec. 2830. Strategy for use of existing leasing authorities to address
shortages of covered military unaccompanied housing required.
Sec. 2831. Independent assessment of estimated costs of certain
strategies to address shortages of covered military
unaccompanied housing.
Subtitle C--Real Property and Facilities Administration
Sec. 2841. Minimum capital investment for facilities sustainment,
restoration, and modernization.
Sec. 2842. Assistance for public infrastructure projects and services.
Sec. 2843. Contracts for design and construction of facilities of
Department of Defense.
Sec. 2844. Industrial plant equipment and associated services as in-kind
consideration under leases of non-excess property.
Sec. 2845. Inclusion of tribal governments in intergovernmental support
agreements for installation-support services.
Sec. 2846. Temporary modification to authority to charge landing fees
for the use by civil aircraft of military airfields.
Sec. 2847. Stormwater management, shoreline erosion control, and water
resilience projects for installations and defense access
roads.
Sec. 2848. Pilot program to optimize and consolidate Department of
Defense facilities to improve health and resiliency in
defense communities.
Sec. 2849. Guidance regarding maintenance of aggregate square footage of
facilities of Department of Defense.
Sec. 2850. Expenditures on leased facilities and real property of the
Department of Defense.
Subtitle D--Land Conveyances
Sec. 2851. Extension of expanded authority to convey property at
military installations.
Sec. 2852. Technical correction to map reference in the Military Land
Withdrawals Act of 2013.
Sec. 2853. Land conveyance, Boyle Memorial Army Reserve Center, Paris,
Texas.
Sec. 2854. Land conveyance, Riverdale Park, Maryland.
Sec. 2855. Transfer authority, Mare Island Naval Shipyard, Vallejo,
California.
Sec. 2856. Release of interests retained in Camp Joseph T. Robinson,
Arkansas.
Sec. 2857. Land conveyance, Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista, Arizona.
Sec. 2858. Removal of certain conditions regarding conveyance of former
Army-Navy General Hospital, Hot Springs National Park, Hot
Springs, Arkansas, to the State of Arkansas.
Sec. 2859. Land conveyance and authorization for interim lease, Defense
Fuel Support Point San Pedro, Los Angeles, California.
Sec. 2860. Land conveyance, Fort Bliss, El Paso, Texas.
Sec. 2861. Cleanup and transfer of certain property at former Army
installation to East Bay Regional Park District.
Sec. 2862. Coordination of repair and maintenance of Kolekole Pass,
Hawaii.
Subtitle E--Other Matters
Sec. 2871. Consideration of installation infrastructure and other
supporting resources by Department of Defense Test Resource
Management Center.
Sec. 2872. Development and operation of the Naval Innovation Center at
the Naval Postgraduate School.
Sec. 2873. Extension of Department of the Army pilot program for
development and use of online real estate inventory tool.
Sec. 2874. Notification to Members of Congress for awards of contracts
for military construction projects.
Sec. 2875. Authorization of assistance to expedite certain military
construction projects located in Guam.
Sec. 2876. Report on munitions and explosives of concern and
construction projects in Joint Region Marianas.
Sec. 2877. Review of roles and responsibilities for construction
projects of Department of Defense.
Sec. 2878. Assessment of public schools on installations of Department
of Defense.
Sec. 2879. Updates to policies and guidance of the Department of the
Navy for the replacement of certain dry docks and other
projects.
Sec. 2880. Designation of officials responsible for coordination of
infrastructure projects to support additional members of the
Armed Forces and their families in the Indo-Pacific region.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2252]]
Sec. 2881. Limitation on availability of funds until submission of
interim guidance for Department of Defense-wide standards for
access to military installations.
Subtitle A--Military Construction Programs
SEC. 2801. MODIFICATION OF DEFINITION OF MILITARY INSTALLATION FOR
PURPOSES OF NOTIFICATIONS RELATED TO
BASING DECISION-MAKING PROCESS.
Section 483(f)(4) of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in
the first sentence, by striking ``, which is located within any of the
several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto
Rico, American Samoa, the Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of the
Northern Mariana Islands, or Guam''.
SEC. 2802. EXPANSION OF ELIGIBLE GRANT RECIPIENTS UNDER THE
DEFENSE COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE
PROGRAM.
(a) In General.--Subsection (d) of section 2391 of title 10, United
States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1)(A), by striking ``State and local
governments'' and inserting ``State governments, local
governments, and not-for-profit, member-owned utility
services''; and
(2) in subparagraph (A) of paragraph (2), by striking ``the
State or local government agree'' and inserting ``the recipient
of such assistance agrees''.
(b) Technical Amendment.--Section 2391(d)(1)(B)(iii) of such title
is amended by striking ``section 101(e)(8) of this title'' and inserting
``section 101 of this title''.
SEC. 2803. PROCESS FOR STRATEGIC BASING ACTIONS FOR THE DEPARTMENT
OF THE AIR FORCE.
(a) In General.--Chapter 141 of title 10, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
2381.>> United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 2391
the following new section:
``Sec. 2392. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2392.>> Process for strategic basing
actions for the Department of the Air Force
``(a) Programmatic Basing Decisions Prohibited.--The Secretary of
the Air Force (or a designee) shall not make any basing decision during
the resource allocation plan or program objective memorandum process.
``(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Quarterly Briefings.--Not later than 90
days after the date of the enactment of this section, and quarterly
thereafter, the Secretary of the Air Force (or a designee) shall brief
the congressional defense committees on the following:
``(1) Strategic basing actions approved by the strategic
basing panel for review by the strategic basing executive
steering group during the quarter covered by the briefing.
``(2) <<NOTE: Applicability. Determination.>> For each
strategic basing action not covered by a previous briefing, a
description of the criteria for selection of candidate location
for each such strategic basing action and how each criterion
will be applied to the candidate locations to determine
preferred location.
``(3) <<NOTE: Updates.>> Updates regarding candidate
locations, preferred locations, and the final location selected
for each strategic basing action covered by the briefing.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2253]]
``(4) Any strategic basing actions with projected decision
dates that will occur before the next scheduled briefing under
this subsection.
``(c) Additional Briefings.--Upon request by either the Committee on
Armed Services of the House of Representatives or of the Senate, the
Secretary of the Air Force (or a designee) shall provide to such
Committee a briefing on the information described in subsection (b).
``(d) <<NOTE: Notification.>> Post-briefing Changes.--The Secretary
of the Air Force (or a designee) shall notify the congressional defense
committees, not later than seven days after the effective date of a
change, if such change is a change--
``(1) to the selection criteria or the application of
selection criteria, that would result in a different decision
than briefed under subsection (b) regarding the enterprise
definition, identified candidate locations, or identified
preferred location; or
``(2) to the governance process used to oversee a strategic
basing action.
``(e) <<NOTE: Notification. Classified information.>> Overseas
Strategic Basing Actions.--With respect to a strategic basing action
relating to a military installation located outside of the United
States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico,
American Samoa, the Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of the Northern
Mariana Islands, or Guam, a notification required under this section may
be provided in a classified form.
``(f) Definitions.--In this section, the terms `enterprise
definition', `program objective memorandum process', `resource
allocation plan', `strategic basing action', `strategic basing executive
steering group', and `strategic basing panel' have the meanings given,
respectively, under the Department of the Air Force Instruction 10-503
(issued June 12, 2023, as in effect on November 1, 2024).''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 2392 note.>> Applicability.--This section and the
amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to strategic
basing actions (as defined in section 2392 of title 10, United States
Code, as added by this section) made by the Secretary of the Air Force
on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 2804. INCLUSION OF LAND ACQUISITION AND DEMOLITIONS PROJECTS
IN AUTHORIZED UNSPECIFIED MINOR MILITARY
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT; TEMPORARY
EXPANSION OF AUTHORITY FOR PURCHASE OF
CERTAIN LAND.
(a) In General.--Section 2805(a)(2) of title 10, United States Code,
is amended by striking ``or a demolition project'' and inserting ``,
land acquisition, or demolition project''.
(b) Acquisition of Low-cost Interests in Land.--Section 2663(c) of
such title is amended in paragraph (1) by striking the dollar amount and
inserting ``$4,000,000''.
(c) <<NOTE: Time period. 10 USC 2805 note.>> Temporary Expansion.--
During the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this section
and ending on February 1, 2026, the Secretary of the Army may use the
authority under section 2805 of such title for the purchase of interests
in land at not more than 200 percent of the applicable dollar threshold
specified in such section to support the caisson requirements of the
Department of the Army with respect to equine welfare.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2254]]
SEC. 2805. AMENDMENTS TO DEFENSE LABORATORY MODERNIZATION PROGRAM.
Section 2805(g) of title 10, United States Code, is amended in
paragraph (6)(B) by striking ``$1,000,000'' and inserting
``$4,000,000''.
SEC. 2806. ANNUAL FIVE-YEAR PLANS ON IMPROVEMENT OF DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE INNOVATION INFRASTRUCTURE.
(a) In General.--Section 2810 of title 10, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(e) Annual Five-year Plans on Improvement of Innovation
Infrastructure.--
``(1) Submission.--Along with the budget for each fiscal
year submitted by the President pursuant to section 1105(a) of
title 31, each Secretary of a military department and the
Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a plan that describes the objectives of that
Secretary to improve innovation infrastructure during the five
fiscal years following the fiscal year for which such budget is
submitted.
``(2) Elements.--Each plan submitted by a Secretary of a
military department under paragraph (1) shall include the
following:
``(A) With respect to the five-year period covered
by the plan, an identification of the major lines of
effort, milestones, and investment goals of the
Secretary over such period relating to the improvement
of innovation infrastructure and a description of how
such goals support such goals, including the use of--
``(i) military construction, facilities
restoration and modernization funds;
``(ii) the defense lab modernization program
under section 2805(d) of this title; and
``(iii) military construction projects for
innovation, research, development, test, and
evaluation under this section.
``(B) <<NOTE: Cost estimates.>> The estimated costs
of necessary innovation infrastructure improvements and
a description of how such costs would be addressed by
the Department of Defense budget request submitted
during the same year as the plan and the applicable
future-years defense program.
``(C) Information regarding the plan of the
Secretary to initiate such environmental and engineering
studies as may be necessary to carry out planned
innovation infrastructure improvements.
``(D) Detailed information regarding how innovation
infrastructure improvement projects will be paced and
sequenced to ensure continuous operations.
``(3) Incorporation of results-oriented management
practices.--Each plan under subsection (a) shall incorporate the
leading results-oriented management practices identified in the
report of the Comptroller General of the United States titled
`Actions Needed to Improve Poor Conditions of Facilities and
Equipment that Affect Maintenance Timeliness and Efficiency'
(GAO-19-242), or any successor report, including--
``(A) analytically based goals;
``(B) results-oriented metrics;
[[Page 138 STAT. 2255]]
``(C) the identification of required resources,
risks, and stakeholders; and
``(D) regular reporting on progress to decision
makers.
``(4) Innovative infrastructure defined.--In this
subsection, the term `innovation infrastructure' includes
laboratories, test and evaluation ranges, and any other
infrastructure whose primary purpose is research, development,
test, and evaluation.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 2810 note.>> Deadline.--The first plan required
under subsection (e) of such section (as amended by subsection (a))
shall be submitted as part of the annual budget submission of the
President to Congress pursuant to section 1105(a) of title 31, United
States Code, for fiscal year 2027.
SEC. 2807. MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY FOR INDO-PACIFIC POSTURE
UNSPECIFIED MINOR MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
PROJECTS.
Section 2810 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31) <<NOTE: 10 USC 2805 note.>> is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by striking ``$15,000,000'' and
inserting ``$30,000,000'';
(2) in subsection (b), by amending paragraph (2) to read as
follows:
``(2) to the extent necessary, as either a stand-alone
acquisition or as part of a minor military construction project,
any acquisition of interests in land, or support or
reimbursement for acquisition of interests in land, for
establishment of a defense site or other area over which the
Secretary of a military department or the Secretary of Defense
will exercise operational control, without regard to the
duration of the operational control.'';
(3) in subsection (c)--
(A) in paragraph (2), by striking ``; or'' and
inserting a semicolon;
(B) in paragraph (3), by striking the period at the
end and inserting ``; or''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(4) acquiring interests in land, defense sites, or
operational control over an area needed to support another
project or projects under this section or to support a future
military construction project.'';
(4) in subsection (d), by inserting ``or planned military
installation'' after ``military installation''; and
(5) in subsection (e)(2), by striking ``section 2805(c) of
title 10, United States Code'' and inserting ``subsection (c) of
section 2805, United States Code, subject to adjustment upward
to reflect a construction cost index published pursuant to
subsection (f) of such section if such an index applies to the
location of the project, except that the adjusted amount may not
exceed the limit under subsection (a)''.
SEC. 2808. EXTENSION OF PROHIBITION ON JOINT USE OF HOMESTEAD AIR
RESERVE BASE WITH CIVIL AVIATION.
Section 2874 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2023 (division B of Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat. 3014) is
amended by striking ``September 30, 2026'' and inserting ``September 30,
2028''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2256]]
SEC. 2809. INFORMATION ON MILITARY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS AND
REPAIR PROJECTS AT JOINT BASES.
(a) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> In General.--For each of fiscal years
2025 through 2030, each Secretary of a military department shall, for
each joint base established pursuant to the report of the Secretary of
Defense titled ``Base Closure and Realignment Report, Volume I'' (May
2005) and the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act of 1990 (part A
of title XXIX of Public Law 101-510; 10 U.S.C. 2687 note) and under the
jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned, submit to the congressional
defense committees the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Reports.>> Along with the defense budget
materials submitted to Congress in connection with the budget of
the President submitted under section 1105(a) of title 31,
United States Code, for a fiscal year in which a military
construction project contract is proposed to be awarded by the
host organization for the joint base, a report that describes,
for each request made by a host organization or by a tenant
organization on the joint base--
(A) the location, title, cost, and Department of
Defense Form 1391 for each military construction project
requested that will be considered for that fiscal year;
(B) the location, title, and cost for each repair
project requested that will be considered for that
fiscal year;
(C) the location, title, cost, and Department of
Defense Form 1391 for each military construction project
requested for a year covered in the submission required
by section 221 of title 10, United States Code; and
(D) the location, title, and cost for each repair
project requested for the following two years after the
fiscal year in which a military construction project
contract is proposed to be awarded by the host
organization for the joint base.
(2) The prioritized ranking by the host organization of all
military construction projects requested at the joint base,
whether or not such project was included in the budget described
in paragraph (1).
(3) The rationale of the host organization for the inclusion
of each military construction project in the defense budget
materials described in paragraph (1) instead of projects that
were requested but not included in such budget.
(b) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``host organization'', with respect to a joint
base, means an entity described in section 111(b)(11) of title
10, United States Code, that is a part of the military
department under the Secretary with jurisdiction over the joint
base.
(2) The term ``repair project'' means a project for
facilities sustainment, restoration, and modernization.
(3) The term ``requested by a tenant organization'', with
respect to a military construction project, means a military
construction project--
(A) located at a joint base on which a tenant
organization is located; and
(B) proposed by such tenant organization, acting
through the local commanding officer or local director
of the tenant organization, to the host organization
with jurisdiction over the joint base.
(4) The term ``tenant organization'', with respect to a
joint base, means an entity described in section 111(b)(11) of
title
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10, United States Code, and located on the joint base but does
not include any host organization of the joint base.
SEC. 2810. <<NOTE: Deadline. 10 USC 2214 note.>> NOTIFICATION TO
CONGRESS OF REPROGRAMMING INVOLVING
MILITARY CONSTRUCTION FUNDS.
The Secretary of Defense shall notify the congressional defense
committees of any reprogramming of funds made available for military
construction not later than 14 days after the date of such
reprogramming.
SEC. 2811. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 10 USC 2807 note.>> OBLIGATION AND
EXECUTION OF DESIGN FUNDS FOR MILITARY
CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> In General.--Not later than 150 days after
amounts are appropriated for any fiscal year for the congressionally-
directed design of a military construction project, the Secretary of
Defense shall ensure that the construction agent responsible for such
project enters into a contract pursuant to section 2807 of title 10,
United States Code, for the obligation and execution of such amounts.
(b) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> Completion of Work.--If a military
construction project designated pursuant to subsection (a) has an
estimated construction cost of less than $150,000,000, not less than 35
percent of the project design under a contract described in subsection
(a) shall be completed not later than 240 days after the date of the
award of such contract.
(c) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Notification.--If the Secretary
determines that a construction agent who is responsible for a military
construction project under subsection (a) fails to satisfy the
requirements of subsection (a) or (b), the Secretary shall, not later
than 30 days after the Secretary makes such determination and at the end
of each ninety-day period thereafter until such military construction
project reaches 35 percent design, submit to the congressional defense
committees a notification that includes--
(1) a statement of whether the construction agent has
exceeded the duration to--
(A) enter into a contract under subsection (a); or
(B) complete 35 percent project design under
subsection (b);
(2) the reason for the delay in the satisfaction of such
requirements; and
(3) the projected dates such requirements will be satisfied.
SEC. 2812. SCHEDULE OF REPAIRS AT NAVAL AIR STATION, PENSACOLA,
FLORIDA.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Plan. Determination.>> Schedule.--Not later
than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the
Secretary of the Navy shall develop a plan for repair or replacement of
facilities at Naval Air Station Pensacola that the Secretary determines
are damaged by Hurricane Sally.
(b) <<NOTE: Determinations. Assessments.>> Elements.--The plan
required under subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> An estimate of the cost and
schedule for--
(A) the repair of Hangar 3260; and
(B) a military construction project (as defined in
section 2801 of title 10, United States Code) to replace
Hangar 3260 and other infrastructure at Naval Air
Station, Pensacola, Florida, that the Secretary
determines are damaged by Hurricane Sally.
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(2) An assessment that compares the estimated cost and
schedule under subparagraph (A) of paragraph (1) to the
estimated cost and schedule under subparagraph (B) of such
paragraph.
(3) Any planned demolition projects necessary to support
future military construction.
(4) An assessment of how the repair and replacement
schedules for facilities at Naval Air Station Pensacola that the
Secretary determines are damaged by Hurricane Sally support
current and future operational requirements at the naval air
station.
(c) Report Required.--Not later than 30 days after the date on which
the Secretary completes the plan required under subsection (a), the
Secretary shall submit such plan to the congressional defense
committees.
(d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> Briefing Requirement.--Not
later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this section, and
on a biannual basis thereafter during the five-year period beginning on
such date, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense
committees a briefing on the status of repair or replacement of
facilities identified in the plan required by subsection (a).
(e) Definitions.--In this section, the terms ``facility'' and
``military construction project'' have the meanings given such terms,
respectively, in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code.
Subtitle B--Military Housing Reforms
SEC. 2821. BUDGET JUSTIFICATION FOR CERTAIN FACILITIES
SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION, AND
MODERNIZATION PROJECTS.
Chapter 9 of title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
221.>> is amended by inserting after section 226 the following new
section:
``Sec. 227. <<NOTE: 10 USC 227.>> Budget justification for covered
military unaccompanied housing Facilities
Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization
projects
``(a) In General.--Along with the budget for each fiscal year
submitted by the President pursuant to section 1105(a) of title 31,
United States Code, each Secretary of a military department shall
include a consolidated budget justification display for the
congressional defense committees that individually identifies--
``(1) for the fiscal year covered by the budget, the total
requested expenditure for Facilities Sustainment, Restoration,
and Modernization projects for covered military unaccompanied
housing compared to the total expenditure required by such
projects, disaggregated by military department; and
``(2) <<NOTE: Time period.>> the total expenditure for
Facilities Sustainment, Restoration, and Modernization projects
made during the fiscal year beginning two years before the
fiscal year covered by the budget, disaggregated by--
``(A) military installation;
``(B) the type of facility repaired or restored
under such repair projects;
``(C) the number of such repair projects that were
for sustainment or repair of a facility; and
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``(D) the number of such repair projects that were
for restoration or modernization of a facility.
``(b) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `covered military unaccompanied housing' has
the meaning given in section 2856 of this title.
``(2) The terms `facility' and `military installation' have
the meanings given, respectively, in section 2801 of this title.
``(3) The term `repair project' has the meaning given in
section 2811 of this title.''.
SEC. 2822. STRATEGY AND ASSESSMENT WITH RESPECT TO NON-
OPERATIONAL, UNDERUTILIZED, AND OTHER
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE FACILITIES:
ASSESSMENTS OF HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE.
(a) In General.--Subchapter I of chapter 169 of title 10, United
States Code (as amended by section 2843), <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
2801.>> is further amended by adding at the end the following new
section:
``Sec. 2819. <<NOTE: Determinations. 10 USC 2819.>> Strategy and
assessment with respect to non-operational,
underutilized, and other Department of Defense
facilities: assessments of historical
significance
``(a) Strategy for Demolition.--Each Secretary concerned shall
develop a strategy to demolish facilities under the respective
jurisdiction of each such Secretary that--
``(1) are in poor or failing condition under the uniform
index developed under section 2838 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31);
``(2) are not in operational use; or
``(3) such Secretary determines are underutilized.
``(b) Assessment of Certain Maintenance Costs.--Each Secretary
concerned shall conduct an assessment to determine the total cost to the
United States to maintain facilities that--
``(1) are not in operational use; and
``(2) such Secretary determines are underutilized.
``(c) Required Consideration.--In determining whether a facility is
underutilized pursuant to subsections (a) or (b), each Secretary
concerned shall compare the occupancy of such facility to the total
square footage of such facility.
``(d) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Assessments of Historic Significance.--(1)
Not later than December 1, 2025, and on an annual basis thereafter, each
Secretary concerned shall conduct an assessment of each facility under
the jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned that was constructed at
least 25 years prior to the year covered by the assessment to determine
whether the facility--
``(A) is historically significant; or
``(B) will be historically significant at the end of the 25-
year period beginning on the date of the completion of such
assessment.
``(2) For each facility described in paragraph (1) that a Secretary
concerned determines is not, or will not be, historically significant
pursuant to an assessment under such paragraph, the Secretary concerned
shall--
``(A) conduct an assessment of the condition of such
facility;
``(B) make an initial determination of whether such facility
will be modernized or demolished during such 25-year period; and
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``(C) submit to the digital facilities management system of
the military department under the jurisdiction of such
Secretary--
``(i) the results of the assessment under
subparagraph (A); and
``(ii) the initial determination required by
subparagraph (B).
``(3) <<NOTE: Revision.>> If, during the course of any assessment of
a facility described in paragraph (1), the Secretary concerned changes a
determination with respect to the historic significance of the facility
or plans of such Secretary to modernize or demolish the facility, such
Secretary shall revise the information submitted to the applicable
digital facilities management system pursuant to subparagraph (C) of
paragraph (2).
``(e) Annual Briefing.--(1) Along with the budget for fiscal year
2027 submitted by the President pursuant to section 1105(a) of title 31,
United States Code, and on an annual basis thereafter, each Secretary
concerned shall provide to congressional defense committees a briefing
on--
``(A) the strategy required by subsection (a); and
``(B) the results of the assessments required by subsections
(b) and (d).
``(2) Each such briefing shall include--
``(A) <<NOTE: Summary.>> a summary of the existing
authorities of each Secretary concerned to demolish the
facilities covered by such strategy;
``(B) <<NOTE: Implementation plan.>> a plan to implement
such strategy; and
``(C) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> recommendations of each
such Secretary with respect to reducing--
``(i) the inventory of facilities in poor or failing
condition under the uniform index developed under
section 2838 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31); and
``(ii) the total cost to the United States to
maintain the facilities covered by the assessment
required by subsection (b) of such section.''.
(b) Technical Correction.--Section 2104 of the James M. Inhofe
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-
263) <<NOTE: 136 Stat. 2973.>> is amended--
(1) in the heading, by striking ``quarters 4, 13, and 15''
and inserting ``quarters 13, 14, and 15''; and
(2) by striking ``Quarters 4, 13, and 15'' and inserting
``Quarters 13, 14, and 15''.
SEC. 2823. APPLICATION OF CERTAIN AUTHORITIES AND STANDARDS TO
HISTORIC MILITARY HOUSING AND ASSOCIATED
HISTORIC PROPERTIES OF THE DEPARTMENT OF
THE ARMY.
(a) In General.--Subchapter II of chapter 169 of title 10, United
States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
``Sec. 2839. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2839.>> Application of certain
authorities and standards to historic military
housing and associated historic properties of
the Department of the Army
``(a) Application of Certain Authority to Capehart and Wherry Era
Army Military Family Housing.--The Secretary of the Army, in
satisfaction of requirements under division A of subtitle III of title
54 (commonly referred to as the `National Historic
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Preservation Act'), may apply the authority and standards contained in
the document titled `Program Comment for Capehart and Wherry Era Army
Family Housing and Associated Structures and Landscape Features (1949-
1962)' (published on June 7, 2002) (67 Fed. Reg. 39332) to all military
housing (including privatized military housing under subchapter IV of
this chapter) constructed during the period beginning on January 1,
1941, and ending on December 31, 1948, located on a military
installation under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Army.
``(b) Temporary Application of Certain Authority to Vietnam War Era
Army Military Housing.-- <<NOTE: Time period. Applicability.>> During
the period beginning on the date of the enactment of the Military
Construction Act for Fiscal Year 2025 and ending on December 31, 2045,
the Secretary of the Army, in satisfaction of requirements under
division A of subtitle III of title 54 (commonly referred to as the
`National Historic Preservation Act'), may apply the authority and
standards contained in the document titled `Program Comment for Vietnam
War Era Historic Housing, Associated Buildings and Structures, and
Landscape Features (1963-1975)' (published on May 4, 2023) (88 Fed. Reg.
28573) to all military housing (including privatized military housing
under subchapter IV of this chapter) constructed after 1975 located on a
military installation under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the
Army.
``(c) Report.--As part of each report of the Army required under
section 3(c) of Executive Order 13287 (54 U.S.C. 306101 note), the
Secretary of the Army shall submit to the Advisory Council on Historic
Preservation a report on the implementation of this section.
``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section may be
construed to preclude or require the amendment of the documents of the
Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy
and Environment described in subsection (a) and (b) by the Secretary of
the Army or the chair of the Advisory Council on Historic
Preservation.''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of
such chapter <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 2821.>> is amended by inserting after
the item relating to section 2838 the following new item:
``2839. Application of certain authorities and standards to historic
military housing and associated historic properties of the
Department of the Army.''.
SEC. 2824. EXTENSION OF APPLICABILITY FOR WAIVERS OF COVERED
PRIVACY AND CONFIGURATION STANDARDS FOR
COVERED MILITARY UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING.
Paragraph (4) of section 2856a(a) of title 10, United States Code,
is amended by striking ``9 months'' and inserting ``15 months''.
SEC. 2825. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR DATABASE OF COMPLAINTS MADE
REGARDING HOUSING UNITS OF DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE.
(a) In General.--Section 2894a of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) in subsection (a) by striking ``regarding housing
units'' and inserting ``by a tenant regarding covered dwelling
units'';
(2) in subsections (c) and (d) by striking ``housing unit''
each place it appears and inserting ``covered dwelling unit'';
and
(3) by inserting after subsection (e) the following new
subsection:
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``(f) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `covered armed force' means the Army, Navy,
Marine Corps, Air Force, or Space Force.
``(2) The term `covered dwelling unit' means a unit of
accompanied family housing, unaccompanied housing, or barracks--
``(A) that is acquired or constructed pursuant to
subchapter IV of chapter 169 of this title;
``(B) in which a member of a covered armed force
resides; and
``(C) that such member does not own.
``(3) The term `tenant' means any of the following:
``(A) A member of a covered armed force who resides
in a covered dwelling unit.
``(B) A dependent of a member described in
subparagraph (A) who resides in a covered dwelling
unit.''.
(b) Temporary Annual Report.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 120 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for three
years, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Housing
shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the House of
Representatives and the Senate, and make available to each
Secretary of a military department, an annual report that
includes, with respect to the year covered by such report--
(A) <<NOTE: Data summary.>> a summary of the data
collected using the database established under section
2894a(a) of title 10, United States Code (as amended by
subsection (a));
(B) an aggregation of the complaints categorized by
type, in accordance with paragraph (2), and military
installation, if applicable; and
(C) the actions taken to remedy complaints received
during the period covered by such report.
(2) Type of complaints.--In categorizing complaints by type
pursuant to paragraph (1)(B), the Deputy Assistant Secretary
shall aggregate complaints based on the following categories:
(A) Physiological hazards, including dampness and
mold growth, lead-based paint, asbestos and manmade
fibers, radiation, biocides, carbon monoxide, and
volatile organic compounds.
(B) Psychological hazards, including ease of access
by unlawful intruders, faulty locks or alarms, and
lighting issues.
(C) Safety hazards.
(D) Maintenance timeliness.
(E) Maintenance quality.
SEC. 2826. DIGITAL SYSTEM FOR SUBMISSION OF MAINTENANCE WORK ORDER
REQUESTS FOR COVERED MILITARY
UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING REQUIRED.
(a) In General.--Subsection (b) of section 2837 of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10
U.S.C. note prec. 2851) is amended--
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (2) and (3) as paragraphs
(3) and (4), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new
paragraph (2):
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``(2) a digital system through which residents of covered
military unaccompanied housing may submit to individuals
responsible for the management of such housing requests for
maintenance work orders;''.
(b) <<NOTE: Guidance. 10 USC note prec. 2851.>> Deadline.--The
Secretary of Defense shall issue guidance with respect to the
requirements of such subsection (as amended by subsection (a)) not later
than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 2827. MODIFICATION TO DEFINITION OF PRIVATIZED MILITARY
HOUSING.
Section 3001(a)(2) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92; 10 U.S.C. 2821 note) is amended by
striking ``military housing provided'' and inserting ``military housing
that is not Government-owned or Government-controlled that is
provided''.
SEC. 2828. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 2851.>> ANALYSIS OF HOUSING
AVAILABILITY FOR CRITICAL CIVILIAN AND
CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL NEAR RURAL MILITARY
INSTALLATIONS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Revision. Determination.>> In General.--Not
later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of Defense shall revise the Department of Defense Manual
4165.63-M titled ``DoD Housing Management'' issued October 28, 2010, to
require an analysis of the availability of suitable housing located in
close proximity to a military installation in a rural area for civilian
personnel and defense contractors that provide critical functions for
the operations of such military installation, as determined by the
Secretary.
(b) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given
such term in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code.
(2) The term ``rural area'' has the meaning given such term
in section 2391 of such title.
SEC. 2829. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 2851.>> DIGITAL FACILITIES
MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS FOR MILITARY
DEPARTMENTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Digital Facilities Management Systems for
Military Departments.--
(1) Criteria.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Assistant Secretary of Defense for
Energy, Installations, and Environment, in coordination with
each covered Assistant Secretary, shall develop criteria for a
new or established digital facilities management system for each
military department. Each such system shall have the capability
to, with respect to each military installation--
(A) track conditions of individual facilities,
applying the uniform index developed under section 2838
of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31), for each military
installation under the jurisdiction of each such covered
Assistant Secretary;
(B) <<NOTE: Plan.>> plan for maintenance actions for
each facility; and
(C) <<NOTE: Reports. Time periods.>> generate
reports that include data on--
(i) the type and function of each facility;
(ii) the overall condition of each facility;
(iii) planned maintenance for each facility
during a five-year period following the date of
submission of the criteria;
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(iv) conditions that may lead to a failure to
maintain minimum physical security or
configuration standards for members of the Armed
Forces during the 12-month period following the
date of submission of the criteria; and
(v) the date on which the facility will have
been in use for 40 years.
(2) Briefing.--Not later than 30 days after the date on
which the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy,
Installations, and Environment develops the criteria required
under paragraph (1), the Assistant Secretary shall provide to
the congressional defense committees a briefing on such
criteria.
(3) Implementation.--Not later than one year after the date
on which the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy,
Installations, and Environment develops the criteria required
under paragraph (1), each covered Assistant Secretary shall
implement a digital facilities management system for the
military department under the jurisdiction of that covered
Assistant Secretary that meets the criteria described in
paragraph (1).
(b) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered Assistant Secretary'' means--
(A) the Assistant Secretary of the Army for
Installations, Energy, and Environment;
(B) the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy,
Installations, and Environment; and
(C) the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for
Installations, Environment, and Energy.
(2) The term ``facility'' has the meaning given in section
2801 of title 10, United States Code.
(3) The term ``military department'' has the meaning given
in section 101 of such title.
(4) The term ``military installation'' has the meaning given
in section 2801 of such title.
SEC. 2830. STRATEGY FOR USE OF EXISTING LEASING AUTHORITIES TO
ADDRESS SHORTAGES OF COVERED MILITARY
UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING REQUIRED.
(a) Strategy Required.--
(1) In general.--Each Secretary of a military department
shall develop a strategy to use the authorities of such
Secretary, in effect as of such date, to lease, operate,
maintain, or otherwise contract for real property to address
shortages of covered military unaccompanied housing.
(2) Elements.--Each strategy required by paragraph (1) shall
include, with respect to military installations under the
jurisdiction of the Secretary of the military department
concerned--
(A) an identification of military installations with
the largest shortages of covered military unaccompanied
housing;
(B) an identification of military installations
where existing facilities of covered military
unaccompanied housing are in poor or failing condition
under the uniform index for evaluating the condition of
covered military unaccompanied housing required by
section 2838 of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31; 10 U.S.C. note
prec. 2851);
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(C) <<NOTE: Plans.>> plans of such Secretary in
effect as of the date of the enactment of this Act to
address shortages of covered military unaccompanied
housing or the condition of facilities of covered
military unaccompanied housing using--
(i) military construction projects; or
(ii) facilities sustainment, restoration, or
modernization funds; and
(D) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> an assessment of whether
the leasing authority under section 2661 of title 10,
United States Code, long-term facilities contracting
authority section 2809 of such title, lease-purchase
authority under section 2812 of such title, or
intergovernmental support agreements under section 2679
of such title would be suitable for use by such
Secretary to address--
(i) shortages of covered military
unaccompanied housing; or
(ii) the poor or failing condition of a
facility of covered military unaccompanied
housing.
(3) <<NOTE: Reports.>> Deadline.--Each Secretary of a
military department shall submit to the congressional defense
committees a report that includes the strategy required by
subsection (a) not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act.
(b) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered military unaccompanied housing'' has
the meaning given such term in section 2856 of title 10, United
States Code.
(2) The terms ``facility'' and ``military construction
project'' have the meanings given such terms, respectively. in
section 2801 of such title.
SEC. 2831. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT OF
ESTIMATED COSTS OF CERTAIN STRATEGIES TO
ADDRESS SHORTAGES OF COVERED MILITARY
UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING.
(a) <<NOTE: Contracts. Time period. Effective date.>> Agreement.--
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an agreement with an FFRDC
for an assessment that compares the estimated total cost to the United
States during the 20-year period beginning on the date of the enactment
of this Act of--
(1) the construction and maintenance of facilities of
covered military unaccompanied housing to address shortages in
covered military unaccompanied housing; and
(2) the modification of policies of the Department of
Defense and each military department to permit a greater number
of members of the Armed Forces to reside in housing facilities
other than covered military unaccompanied housing (including
such policies relating to the payment of basic allowance for
housing under section 403 of title 37, United States Code).
(b) Report on Assessment.--An FFRDC that enters into an agreement
under subsection (a) shall submit to the Secretary of Defense a report
on such assessment. Such report shall include--
(1) <<NOTE: Review. Time periods.>> a comprehensive review
of--
(A) the total life-cycle costs, disaggregated by
each military department, of the construction,
sustainment, and modernization of facilities of covered
military unaccompanied housing to meet--
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(i) the needs for housing for members of the
Armed Forces on and after the date of the
enactment of this Act; and
(ii) the projected needs for such housing
during the 20-year period beginning on the date of
the enactment of this Act, as determined by each
Secretary concerned;
(B) the applicable policies of each military
department with respect to which members of the Armed
Forces are required to reside in covered military
unaccompanied housing; and
(C) for each military department, the expected
expenditure for basic allowance for housing under
section 403 of title 37, United States Code, during the
20-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of
this Act compared to such total life-cycle costs;
(2) <<NOTE: Summary.>> a summary of the research and other
activities carried out as part of such comprehensive review; and
(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> recommendations of the
FFRDC with respect to requirements and policies of the
Department of Defense and each military department for covered
military unaccompanied housing.
(c) Submission to Congress.--
(1) <<NOTE: Reports.>> In general.--Not later than 30 days
after the date on which the Secretary of Defense receives the
report under subsection (b), the Secretary shall submit to the
Committees on Armed Services of the House of Representatives and
the Senate a report that includes--
(A) <<NOTE: Records.>> an unaltered copy of the
report of the FFRDC submitted to the Secretary of
Defense pursuant to subsection (b); and
(B) the written responses of the Secretary of the
Defense and each Secretary of a military department with
respect to the results of such report.
(2) Form.--The report required by paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified
annex.
(d) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``covered military unaccompanied housing'' has
the meaning given such term in section 2856 of title 10, United
States Code.
(2) The term ``facility'' has the meaning given such term in
section 2801 of such title.
(3) The term ``FFRDC'' means a federally funded research and
development center.
Subtitle C--Real Property and Facilities Administration
SEC. 2841. MINIMUM CAPITAL INVESTMENT FOR FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT,
RESTORATION, AND MODERNIZATION.
(a) In General.--Chapter 159 of title 10, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
2661.>> United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 2679
the following new section:
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``Sec. 2680. <<NOTE: Time periods. 10 USC 2680.>> Minimum capital
investment for facilities sustainment,
restoration, and modernization for military
departments
``(a) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> Minimum Investment.--Beginning in
fiscal year 2027, and each fiscal year thereafter, each Secretary of a
military department shall--
``(1) calculate (in accordance with subsection (b)) the
cumulative plant replacement value of the total inventory of
facilities on each military installation under the jurisdiction
of the Secretary concerned; and
``(2) invest in the budget for facilities sustainment,
restoration, and modernization of that military department, a
total amount equal to not less than the percentage specified in
subsection (c) of the cumulative plant replacement value
described in paragraph (1).
``(b) Exclusion.--In making any calculation pursuant to paragraph
(1) of subsection (a), each Secretary of a military department shall
exclude any facility under the jurisdiction of such Secretary that is
scheduled for demolition during the two-year period beginning after the
date of such calculation.
``(c) Percentage Specified.--The percentage of the specified in this
subsection is--
``(1) for fiscal year 2027, 1.75 percent;
``(2) for fiscal year 2028, 2.5 percent;
``(3) for fiscal year 2029, 3.25 percent; and
``(4) for fiscal year 2030 and each subsequent fiscal year,
4 percent.
``(d) Certification.--As part of the annual budget submission of the
President under section 1105(a) of title 31, each Secretary of each
military department shall include--
``(1) a certification to the congressional defense
committees that the military department is in compliance with
this section; and
``(2) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of facilities under the
jurisdiction of that Secretary, disaggregated by military
installation and location, that are scheduled for demolition
during the two-year period beginning after the date of the
submission of such budget, which shall include cost and schedule
estimates.
``(e) Plant Replacement Value Defined.--In this section, the term
`plant replacement value' means, with respect to a facility, the cost to
replace such facility using construction costs (including labor and
materials) and standards (including methodologies and codes) in effect
as of the date such cost is calculated.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing Required.--Not later than 90 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense
shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the
House of Representatives a briefing on--
(1) <<NOTE: Plan.>> the plan of the Secretary of Defense to
meet the requirements under section 2680 of title 10, United
States Code, as added by this section;
(2) the investments made by each Secretary of a military
department under such section 2680 during the period covered by
the briefing; and
(3) the methodology of the Secretary of Defense for
distributing amounts to provide funding for facilities
sustainment, restoration, and modernization projects pursuant to
such section 2680.
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SEC. 2842. ASSISTANCE FOR PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS AND
SERVICES.
Section 2391(b)(5)(B) of title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in the matter preceding clause (i), by inserting ``or
local government'' after ``a State'';
(2) in clause (ii), by striking ``and'' at the end;
(3) in clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and
inserting ``; and''; and
(4) by adding at the end the following new clause:
``(iv) <<NOTE: Determination.>> to support public
infrastructure projects and services that enhance the
capabilities and resilience of the defense industrial
base and the defense industrial base workers, if the
Secretary determines such support will improve
operations of the Department of Defense.''.
SEC. 2843. CONTRACTS FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF FACILITIES OF
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
Subchapter I of chapter 169 of title 10, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
2801.>> United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the
following new section:
``Sec. 2818. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2818.>> Contracts for design and
construction of facilities of Department of
Defense
``(a) <<NOTE: Reimbursement.>> In General.--The head of an element
of the Department of Defense (as defined in section 111(b) of this
title) may award a contact to any other such element for the design and
construction of facilities of the Department of Defense, including
facility maintenance and repair projects and unspecified minor military
construction projects under section 2805 of this title, on a
reimbursable basis.
``(b) Consideration as an Obligation.--A contract awarded under
subsection (a) by such head shall be considered to be an obligation of
such head in the same manner as a similar order or contract placed by
such head with a private entity.
``(c) Limitation.--An awardee of a contract under subsection (a) may
include an amount equal to not more than 10 percent of the proposed
value of the contract for contingency expenses.''.
SEC. 2844. INDUSTRIAL PLANT EQUIPMENT AND ASSOCIATED SERVICES AS
IN-KIND CONSIDERATION UNDER LEASES OF
NON-EXCESS PROPERTY.
Section 2667(c)(1) of title 10, United States Code--
(1) in subparagraph (A), by inserting before the period at
the end the following: ``, whether or not needed for the
functionality of the property or facility leased'';
(2) in subparagraph (F), by inserting before the period at
the end the following: ``, which may include industrial process
optimization''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs:
``(G) Refurbishment of existing industrial plant equipment
on the leased property.
``(H) Removal and replacement of industrial plant equipment
on the leased property that is at or near end-of-life.
``(I) Provision of new industrial plant equipment on the
leased property (including new technology), installation of such
equipment, and maintenance of such equipment, but only if the
title to such equipment passes to the Federal Government.''.
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SEC. 2845. INCLUSION OF TRIBAL GOVERNMENTS IN INTERGOVERNMENTAL
SUPPORT AGREEMENTS FOR INSTALLATION-
SUPPORT SERVICES.
Section 2679 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking
``State or local government'' each place it appears and inserting
``State, local, or tribal government''.
SEC. 2846. TEMPORARY MODIFICATION TO AUTHORITY TO CHARGE LANDING
FEES FOR THE USE BY CIVIL AIRCRAFT OF
MILITARY AIRFIELDS.
(a) Temporary Modification.--Section 2697 of title 10, United States
Code, is amended--
(1) in the section heading, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 2661.>> by
striking ``domestic''; and
(2) in subsection (a), by striking ``domestic''.
(b) <<NOTE: 10 USC 2697 note.>> Effective Date.--Effective October
1, 2027, such section 2697 is amended--
(1) in the section heading, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec. 2661.>> by
inserting ``domestic'' before ``military airfields''; and
(2) in subsection (a), by inserting ``domestic'' before
``military airfields''.
SEC. 2847. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT, SHORELINE EROSION CONTROL, AND
WATER RESILIENCE PROJECTS FOR
INSTALLATIONS AND DEFENSE ACCESS ROADS.
(a) In General.--Section 2815a of title 10, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) by amending the section heading <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
2801.>> to read as follows: ``Stormwater management, shoreline
erosion control, and water resilience projects for installations
and defense access roads'';
(2) by amending subsection (a) to read as follows:
``(a) Projects Authorized.--The Secretary concerned may carry out
one or more of the following projects on or related to a military
installation:
``(1) A stormwater management project for the purposes of--
``(A) improving military installation resilience or
the resilience of a defense access road or other
essential civilian infrastructure supporting a military
installation; and
``(B) protecting nearby waterways and stormwater-
stressed ecosystems.
``(2) A shoreline erosion control project for the purpose of
improving, protecting, or repairing shoreline to protect the
infrastructure of a military installation or a defense access
road.
``(3) A project to provide water storage and filtration,
flood mitigation, or otherwise support water resilience.'';
(3) in subsection (b)--
(A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by
striking ``stormwater management'';
(B) by redesignating paragraphs (5), (6), and (7) as
paragraphs (6), (7), and (8), respectively; and
(C) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following:
``(5) A military installation resilience project under
section 2684a of this title.'';
(4) by amending subsection (c) to read as follows:
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``(c) Project Priorities.--In selecting projects to be carried out
under this section, the Secretary concerned shall give a priority to a
project proposal that--
``(1) minimizes the runoff of untreated stormwater into
freshwater systems or tidal systems;
``(2) protects military installations and defense access
roads from stormwater runoff and water levels resulting from
extreme weather conditions;
``(3) controls shoreline erosion control that involve the
improvement, protection, or repair of shoreline subject to wave
action or stormwater runoff and water levels resulting from
extreme weather condition; or
``(4) supports water resilience at military
installations.'';
(5) in subsection (d)--
(A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by
striking ``stormwater management'';
(B) in paragraph (1), by striking ``and retention
measures'' and inserting ``, retention, or filtration
measures to address storm water management''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new
paragraphs:
``(4) The capture or storage of stormwater for use in
supporting water resilience at a military installation.
``(5) The use of sheet piles, riprap, armor stone, sea
walls, natural plantings, or any other technologies created to
address shoreline erosion control.'';
(6) in subsection (e)--
(A) by striking ``In the case of'' and inserting
``(1) In the case of'';
(B) by striking ``stormwater management'';
(C) by striking ``section 2391(d),'' and inserting
``section 2391, 2684,''; and
(D) by adding at the end the following new
paragraph:
``(2) <<NOTE: Designation.>> The Assistant Secretary of Defense for
Energy, Installations, and Environment shall designate an official to be
responsible for coordinating projects under this section among the
military departments.'';
(7) in subsection (f)--
(A) by striking ``stormwater management'' each place
it appears; and
(B) in paragraph (2)(B)--
(i) in clause (i), by striking ``; and'' and
inserting a semicolon;
(ii) in clause (ii), by striking the period at
the end and inserting a semicolon; and
(iii) by adding at the end the following new
clauses:
``(iii) improve, protect, or repair shoreline to
protect infrastructure of a military installation or a
defense access road from shoreline erosion; or
``(iv) provide water storage and filtration, flood
mitigation, or otherwise support water resilience.'';
and
(8) in subsection (g), by adding at the end the following:
``(6) <<NOTE: Definition.>> The term `water resilience'
means the capacity of a military installation to mitigate,
respond, or adapt to changes in water availability due to
manmade or natural phenomena.''.
(b) Technical Amendment.--Section 2815a(g)(4) of title 10, United
States Code, is amended by striking ``section 101(e)(8)'' and inserting
``section 101''.
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SEC. 2848. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2802 note.>> PILOT PROGRAM TO OPTIMIZE
AND CONSOLIDATE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
FACILITIES TO IMPROVE HEALTH AND
RESILIENCY IN DEFENSE COMMUNITIES.
(a) Establishment.--Using funds available for minor military
construction, the Secretary of Defense may conduct a pilot program to--
(1) <<NOTE: Study. Assessment.>> conduct a study to assess
the feasability and effectiveness of the implementation of a
more comprehensive initiative to optimize the total square
footage of facilities maintained by the Department of Defense;
and
(2) subject to the requirements of subsection (b) carry out
military construction projects, not otherwise authorized by law,
to--
(A) optimize and consolidate facilities, including
leased facilities, to ensure the scale and scope of the
infrastructure footprint of such facilities aligns with
the operational needs of the Department; and
(B) create more resilient and healthy communities
located on military installations.
(b) Military Construction Projects Authorized.--
(1) Requirements.--The Secretary may carry out a military
construction project under such pilot program if--
(A) the facilities subject to such a military
construction project are occupied as of the date of the
commencement of such military construction project;
(B) except as provided in paragraph (2), such
facilities are demolished pursuant to such military
construction project;
(C) in the case of a facility subject to such a
military construction project that is leased by the
Department, the Secretary terminates the lease for such
facility, expect as provided in paragraph (2); and
(D) the military construction project will result in
new facilities that have at least 20 percent less square
footage (or equivalent unit of measure) than the
facilities subject to such military construction
project;
(E) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> the Secretary conducts an
economic analysis of the military construction project
that accounts for anticipated cost requirements for the
design, construction, sustainment, restoration,
modernization, operation, and demolition of new and
existing facilities subject to such military
construction project; and
(F) <<NOTE: Analysis. Time period.>> the results of
such economic analysis support a positive net present
value over a 20-year period.
(2) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Exception.--The requirements of
subparagraphs (B) and (C) of paragraph (1) shall not apply to a
facility that is subject to a military construction project
under the pilot program if the Secretary determines that such
facility will be an integral part of new facilities constructed
pursuant to such military construction project.
(3) Project cost.--A military construction project carried
out under such pilot program may not exceed a total cost of
$25,000,000.
(4) Limitation.--Not more than five military construction
projects may be carried out under the pilot program.
(c) Congressional Notification.--
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(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. Contracts.>> In general.--Not later
than 14 days before awarding a contract for a military
construction project under such pilot program, the Secretary
shall submit to the congressional defense committees notice of
such military construction project.
(2) Elements.--Such notice shall include, with respect to
the military construction project covered by such notice--
(A) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> the justification and
current cost estimate;
(B) the expected savings-to-investment ratio;
(C) simple payback estimates;
(D) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> the measurement and
verification cost estimate; and
(E) a description of how the project would improve
the functions of the supported military department and
the efficient management of real property of the
Department of Defense.
(d) Report.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 18 months after the date of
the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall submit to the
congressional defense committees a report on completed military
construction projects carried out pursuant to the pilot program.
(2) <<NOTE: Cost estimates.>> Elements.--Such report shall
include, for each military construction project covered by the
report, the following:
(A) The title and location of the military
construction project, a brief description of the scope
of work, the original project cost estimate, and the
completed total project cost.
(B) The original expected savings-to-investment
ratio, simple payback estimates included in the notice
required under subsection (c), annual recurring savings,
20-year net present value, annual return on investment,
and measurement and verification cost estimate.
(C) The actual savings-to-investment ratio, and
simple payback estimates, annual recurring savings, 20-
year net present value, annual return on investment, and
measurement and verification cost estimate.
(D) A brief description of the measurement and
verification plan and planned funding source, to include
the net change in the square footage (or other unit of
measure) reduction accomplished by the military
construction project.
(E) How the military construction project improved
the functions of and the efficient management of real
property by the supported military department or entity
using the applicable facility.
(F) Such other information as the Secretary
considers appropriate.
(e) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Sunset.--
(1) Termination date.--Except as provided in paragraph (2),
the authority of the Secretary to carry out a military
construction project under the pilot program shall terminate on
the date that is three years after the date of the enactment of
this section.
(2) Exception.--If the Secretary submits a congressional
notification under subsection (d) before the date that is three
years after the date of the enactment of this section, the
covered project that is the subject of such notification may be
carried out to completion.
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(f) Definitions.--In this section, the terms ``facility'' and
``military construction project'' have the meanings given such terms,
respectively, in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code.
SEC. 2849. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2802 note.>> GUIDANCE REGARDING
MAINTENANCE OF AGGREGATE SQUARE FOOTAGE
OF FACILITIES OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
issue guidance regarding the maintenance of the aggregate square footage
of facilities of the Department of Defense, which shall be designated as
``1 in 1 out guidance'', pursuant to the requirements of this section.
(b) Maintenance of Square Footage.--Guidance required under
subsection (a) shall ensure that every square footage of growth of a
facility is offset with an equivalent reduction in square footage by--
(1) a funded disposal action; or
(2) identifying facilities to be entered into a contingency
operational status.
(c) <<NOTE: Update.>> Documentation.--Upon completion of the design
phase of a project that results in the growth of a facility, the
Secretary of Defense shall update the Department of Defense Form 1391
for such project to identify the reduction in square footage to
accompany such increase.
(d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Lists.>> Submission.--Not later than 15 days
after the date of submission of the defense budget materials for fiscal
year 2026 (as submitted to Congress in support of the budget of the
President under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code), and
for each subsequent submission thereafter, each Secretary of a military
department shall submit to the congressional defense committees--
(1) a list of facilities scheduled for a disposal action
described in subsection (b) for the fiscal year covered by the
submission and the subsequent fiscal year; and
(2) a list of facilities, disaggregated by military
installation, for which a disposal action has been completed
during the fiscal year preceding the date of the submission.
(e) Application.--This section and the requirements of this section
shall apply to--
(1) military construction or unspecified minor military
construction (as defined under section 2805 of title 10, United
States Code) funded in fiscal year 2027 or a subsequent fiscal
year; and
(2) other sources of growth on or after the date of the
enactment of this Act.
(f) Exceptions.--This section and the requirements of this section
do not apply to the following:
(1) The Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile weapon
system program.
(2) Public shipyards covered by the Shipyard Infrastructure
Optimization Program.
(3) MHPI housing (as defined under section 606 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public
Law 115-232; 10 U.S.C. 2871 note).
(g) Growth of a Facility Defined.--In this section, the term
``growth of a facility'' means, with respect to a facility (as defined
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in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code), an increase in the
square footage of such facility due to--
(1) carrying out a military construction project or an
unspecified minor military construction project (pursuant to
section 2805 of title 10, United States Code);
(2) acquisition of an existing facility on land owned by a
military department;
(3) a gift of construction;
(4) construction of a facility carried out through the use
of nonappropriated funds, private funds, or family housing
funds, if the facility will be sustained with appropriated
operation and maintenance funds; or
(5) the use of appropriated funds to sustain a facility that
was previously sustained with nonappropriated funds, private
funds, or family housing funds.
SEC. 2850. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2661 note.>> EXPENDITURES ON LEASED
FACILITIES AND REAL PROPERTY OF THE
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Reduction.>> In General.--Not later than five
years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Defense shall reduce expenditures on facilities leased by the Department
of Defense by 25 percent.
(b) Real Property Management.--The Secretary of Defense shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Publication. Guidance.>> publish guidance with
respect to--
(A) standards for maximum office space design for
new construction, including space reconfigurations; and
(B) desired average occupancy standards for existing
Department of Defense facilities;
(2) validate utilization rates for existing office space
owned or leased by the Department prior to approving significant
land acquisitions for the Department; and
(3) use building utilization rates to validate new
construction requirements, including efforts of the Department
with respect to reconfiguration.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period. Termination date.>> Annual
Briefing.--Not later than March 31, 2025, and annually thereafter until
2027, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense
committees a briefing on--
(1) the capacity of real property owned or leased by the
Department of Defense;
(2) the average utilization rates for such real property;
(3) the size and cost of facilities leased by the
Department; and
(4) the plan of the Secretary to satisfy the requirement
under subsection (a).
Subtitle D--Land Conveyances
SEC. 2851. EXTENSION OF EXPANDED AUTHORITY TO CONVEY PROPERTY AT
MILITARY INSTALLATIONS.
(a) In General.--Section 2869(a)(3)(C) of title 10, United States
Code, is amended by striking ``five-year period'' and inserting ``eight-
year period''.
(b) Technical Correction.--Section 2869(a)(3)(A)(i) of such title is
amended by striking ``2679(e)'' and inserting ``section 2679(f)''.
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SEC. 2852. TECHNICAL CORRECTION TO MAP REFERENCE IN THE MILITARY
LAND WITHDRAWALS ACT OF 2013.
Subsection (a)(2) of section 2989 of the Military Land Withdrawals
Act of 2013 (Public Law 113-66) <<NOTE: 127 Stat. 1025; 136 Stat.
3027.>> is amended by striking ``November 30, 2022'' and inserting ``May
22, 2024''.
SEC. 2853. LAND CONVEYANCE, BOYLE MEMORIAL ARMY RESERVE CENTER,
PARIS, TEXAS.
(a) Conveyance Authorized.--The Secretary of the Army may convey to
Paris Junior College located in Paris, Texas (in this section referred
to as the ``College''), all right, title, and interest of the United
States in and to a parcel of real property, including any improvements
thereon, consisting of approximately 4 acres, known as the former Boyle
Memorial Army Reserve Center and located in Paris, Texas.
(b) Consideration.--
(1) <<NOTE: Payment.>> Consideration required.--As
consideration for the conveyance under subsection (a), the
College shall pay to the Secretary of the Army an amount equal
to not less than the fair market value of the property to be
conveyed, as determined by the Secretary, which may consist of
cash payment, in-kind consideration as described in paragraph
(2), or a combination thereof.
(2) In-kind consideration.--In-kind consideration provided
by the College under paragraph (1) may include--
(A) the acquisition, construction, provision,
improvement, maintenance, repair, or restoration
(including environmental restoration), or a combination
thereof, of any property, facilities, or infrastructure;
or
(B) the delivery of services relating to the needs
of the Department of the Army that the Secretary
considers acceptable.
(3) Conveyance.--Cash payments received under subsection (b)
as consideration for the conveyance under subsection (a) shall
be deposited in the special account in the Treasury established
under section 572(b)(5) of title 40, United States Code.
(c) Payment of Costs of Conveyance.--
(1) Payment required.--The Secretary of the Army shall
require the College to cover costs to be incurred by the
Secretary, or to reimburse the Secretary for such costs incurred
by the Secretary, to carry out the conveyance under subsection
(a), including survey costs, costs for environmental
documentation related to the conveyance, and any other
administrative costs related to the
conveyance. <<NOTE: Refund.>> If amounts are collected from the
Township in advance of the Secretary incurring the actual costs,
and the amount collected exceeds the costs actually incurred by
the Secretary to carry out the conveyance, the Secretary shall
refund the excess amount to the College.
(2) Treatment of amounts received.--Amounts received as
reimbursement under paragraph (1) shall be credited to the fund
or account that was used to cover the costs incurred by the
Secretary in carrying out the land conveyance under subsection
(a) or, if the period of availability of obligations for that
appropriation has expired, to the appropriations of a fund that
is currently available to the Secretary for the same purpose.
Amounts so credited shall be merged with
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amounts in such fund or account and shall be available for the
same purposes, and subject to the same conditions and
limitations, as amounts in such fund or account.
(d) Description of Property.--The exact acreage and legal
description of the parcel of real property to be conveyed under
subsection (a) shall be determined by surveys satisfactory to the
Secretary of the Army.
(e) Additional Terms and Conditions.--The Secretary of the Army may
require such additional terms and conditions in connection with the
conveyance under subsection (a) as the Secretary considers appropriate
to protect the interests of the United States.
SEC. 2854. LAND CONVEYANCE, RIVERDALE PARK, MARYLAND.
(a) Conveyance Authorized.--The Secretary of the Army may convey,
without consideration, to the town of Riverdale Park, Maryland, all
right, title, and interest of the United States in and to the real
property described in subsection (b), for the purposes of--
(1) creating a new municipal and community center; and
(2) replacing impervious surfaces.
(b) Property.--The property to be conveyed under this section
consists of approximately 6.63 acres of real property, including
improvements on such real property, located at 6601 Baltimore Avenue,
Riverdale Park, Maryland.
(c) Reversionary Interest.--
(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--If the Secretary
determines at any time that the real property conveyed under
subsection (a) is not being used in accordance with the purpose
specified in such subsection, all right, title, and interest in
and to the property shall revert, at the discretion of the
Secretary, to the United States.
(2) Determination.--A determination by the Secretary under
paragraph (1) shall be made on the record after an opportunity
for a hearing.
SEC. 2855. TRANSFER AUTHORITY, MARE ISLAND NAVAL SHIPYARD,
VALLEJO, CALIFORNIA.
(a) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> In General.--With respect to a transfer of
real property located at the former Mare Island Naval Shipyard, Vallejo,
California to the City of Vallejo (referred to in this section as the
``City''), made on or after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary of the Navy (referred to in this section as the ``Secretary'')
may enter into an agreement with the City and the California State Lands
Commission (referred to in this section as ``SLC'') if such agreement
includes the following terms:
(1) That the City, SLC, and the Governor of California agree
to a deferral of the completion of all environmental remedial
actions necessary to protect human health and the environment
with respect to the real property until after the date of the
transfer.
(2) That additional remedial action found to be necessary
after the date of such transfer shall be conducted by the
Secretary.
(3) That the Secretary shall have access to the property
after the date of such transfer for the purpose of conducting
such remedial actions.
(b) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Transfer.--If the Secretary issues a
determination that the real property described in subsection (a) is
suitable for transfer
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to the City, such transfer may be accomplished, with the concurrence of
the City, using a quitclaim deed or other legal instrument and upon
terms and conditions mutually satisfactory to the Secretary and the City
that include--
(1) the terms described in paragraphs (1) through (3) of
subsection (a); and
(2) such additional terms and conditions as the Secretary
considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United
States and that are agreed to by the City.
(c) <<NOTE: Determination. Survey.>> Description of Property.--The
exact acreage and legal description of the property to be transferred
under subsection (a) shall be determined by a survey satisfactory to the
Secretary of the Navy.
(d) Savings Clause.--Nothing in this section shall be construed to
modify any existing rights or obligations of the Secretary, the City, or
any other party with respect to the real property described in
subsection (a) unless specifically provided for in an agreement
described in such subsection.
SEC. 2856. RELEASE OF INTERESTS RETAINED IN CAMP JOSEPH T.
ROBINSON, ARKANSAS.
(a) Release of Retained Interests.--
(1) In general.--With respect to a parcel of real property
at Camp Joseph T. Robinson, Arkansas, consisting of
approximately 241.33 acres located in a part of section 2,
township 2 north, range 12 west, in Pulaski County, Arkansas,
and comprising a portion of the property conveyed by the United
States to the State of Arkansas for training of the National
Guard and for other military purposes pursuant to ``An Act
authorizing the transfer of part of Camp Joseph T. Robinson to
the State of Arkansas'', enacted June 30, 1950 (Public Law 81-
593), the Secretary of the Army may release the terms and
conditions imposed, and reversionary interests retained, by the
United States under section 2 of such Act, and the right to
reenter and use the property retained by the United States under
section 3 of such Act.
(2) Impact on other rights or interests.--The release of
terms and conditions and retained interests under paragraph (1)
with respect to the parcel described in such paragraph shall not
be construed to alter the rights or interests retained by the
United States with respect to the remainder of the real property
conveyed to the State of Arkansas under the Act described in
such paragraph.
(b) Instrument of Release of Retained Interests.--The Secretary of
the Army may execute and file in the appropriate office a deed of
release, amended deed, or other appropriate instrument reflecting the
release of terms and conditions and retained interests under subsection
(a).
(c) Reimbursement; Payment of Administrative Costs.--
(1) Payment required.--
(A) In general.--The Secretary of the Army may
require the State of Arkansas to cover costs to be
incurred by the Secretary, or to reimburse the Secretary
for costs incurred by the Secretary, to carry out the
release of terms and conditions and retained interests
under subsection (a),
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including survey costs, costs related to environmental
documentation, and other administrative costs related to
the release.
(B) Refund of amounts.--If amounts paid to the
Secretary of the Army by the State of Arkansas in
advance under subparagraph (A) exceed the costs actually
incurred by the Secretary to carry out the release, the
Secretary shall refund the excess amount to the State.
(2) Treatment of amounts received.--Amounts received under
paragraph (1) as reimbursement for costs incurred by the
Secretary of the Army to carry out the release of terms and
conditions and retained interests under subsection (a) shall be
credited to the fund or account that was used to cover the costs
incurred by the Secretary in carrying out the release. Amounts
so credited shall be merged with amounts in such fund or account
and shall be available for the same purposes, and subject to the
same conditions and limitations, as amounts in such fund or
account.
(d) Legal Description of the Property.--The exact acreage and legal
description of the property described in subsection (a) shall be
determined by a survey satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army.
SEC. 2857. LAND CONVEYANCE, FORT HUACHUCA, SIERRA VISTA, ARIZONA.
(a) Conveyance Authorized.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary of the Army may convey,
without consideration, to the City of Sierra Vista, Arizona (in
this section referred to as the ``City''), all right, title, and
interest of the United States in and to a parcel of real
property, including any improvements thereon, consisting of
approximately 203 acres, comprising a portion of Fort Huachuca,
Arizona, for the purpose of compatible development of the
municipal airport located in the City.
(2) Continuation of existing easements, restrictions, and
covenants.--The conveyance of the property under paragraph (1)
shall be subject to any easement, restriction, or covenant of
record applicable to the property and in existence on the date
of the enactment of this section.
(b) Reversionary Interest.--
(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--If the Secretary
of the Army determines at any time that the real property
conveyed under subsection (a) is not being used in accordance
with the purpose of the conveyance specified in such subsection,
all right, title, and interest in and to the property, including
any improvements thereto, may, at the option of the Secretary,
revert to and become the property of the United States, and the
United States may have the right of immediate entry onto such
property.
(2) Determination.--A determination by the Secretary of the
Army under paragraph (1) shall be made on the record after an
opportunity for a hearing.
(c) Payment of Costs of Conveyance.--
(1) <<NOTE: Reimbursement.>> Payment required.--The
Secretary of the Army shall require the City to cover all costs
(except costs for environmental remediation of the property) to
be incurred by the Secretary, or to reimburse the Secretary for
costs incurred
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by the Secretary, to carry out the conveyance under subsection
(a), including costs for environmental and real estate due
diligence and any other administrative costs related to the
conveyance.
(2) Refund of excess amounts.--If amounts collected by the
Secretary of the Army from the City under paragraph (1) in
advance exceed the costs actually incurred by the Secretary to
carry out the conveyance under subsection (a), the Secretary
shall refund the excess amount to the City.
(d) Limitation on Source of Funds.--The City may not use Federal
funds to cover any portion of the costs required to be paid by the City
under this section.
(e) <<NOTE: Determination. Survey.>> Description of Property.--The
exact acreage and legal description of the property to be conveyed under
subsection (a) shall be determined by a survey satisfactory to the
Secretary of the Army.
(f) Additional Terms and Conditions.--The Secretary of the Army may
require such additional terms and conditions in connection with the
conveyance under subsection (a) as the Secretary considers appropriate
to protect the interests of the United States.
SEC. 2858. REMOVAL OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS REGARDING CONVEYANCE OF
FORMER ARMY-NAVY GENERAL HOSPITAL, HOT
SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK, HOT SPRINGS,
ARKANSAS, TO THE STATE OF ARKANSAS.
(a) Conditions on Reversion of Property.--
(1) Elimination of reversion.--Notwithstanding section 3 of
the Act of September 21, 1959 (Public Law 86-323), the Secretary
of the Army shall, subject to subsection (b), extinguish by
quitclaim deed any reversionary interest retained by the United
States in the Covered Property if--
(A) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> not later than three years
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Governor of the State of Arkansas submits to the
Secretary of the Army a written request to extinguish
any reversionary or other future interest held by the
United States in the Covered Property pursuant to
section 3 of the Act of September 21, 1959 (Public Law
86-323); and
(B) the Secretary of the Army, in consultation with
the Administrator of the General Services Administration
and the Secretary of the Interior, concurs in writing
with that request.
(2) Reversion.--If the Governor of the State of Arkansas
does not submit the written request described in paragraph
(1)(A) before the end of the period specified in that paragraph,
any and all right, title, and interest held by the State of
Arkansas in the Covered Property as evidenced by the Deed of
Conveyance shall revert to the United States in accordance with
section 3 of the Act of September 21, 1959 (Public Law 86-
323). <<NOTE: Records.>> Any reversion to the United States will
be documented in a quit claim deed and recorded.
(3) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Removal of use conditions.--
Section 3(a) of the Act of September 21, 1959 (Public Law 86-
323) <<NOTE: 73 Stat. 595.>> is amended by striking ``as a
vocational rehabilitation center or for other public health or
educational purposes'' and inserting ``in a manner compatible
with the purposes of Hot Springs National Park,
[[Page 138 STAT. 2280]]
as jointly determined by the Secretary of the Interior and the
Governor of the State of Arkansas''.
(4) Authority to accept conveyance.--The Secretary of the
Interior is authorized to accept a conveyance, at no cost to the
Department of the Interior, of the Covered Property from the
State of Arkansas to the United States of America, and take
custody and control thereof, for restoration to the Hot Springs
National Park.
(b) Limitations.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary of the Army may not--
(A) convey or extinguish under this section any
interest reserved to the United States pursuant to
section 2 of the Act of September 21, 1959 (Public Law
86-323) in--
(i) mineral rights, including gas and oil,
together with necessary rights of ingress, egress,
and surface use;
(ii) thermal and hot waters, together with
necessary rights of ingress, egress, and surface
use; or
(iii) the location, installation, and
relocation of utility facilities; or
(B) modify the conditions set forth in paragraphs 2,
3, and 4 of the Deed of Conveyance.
(2) Conditions of extinguishment.--If the Secretary of the
Army extinguishes the reversionary interest in the Covered
Property as provided in subsection (a)(1), as a condition of the
extinguishment, the Secretary shall include a reservation
requiring--
(A) that the State of Arkansas offer to convey the
Covered Property to the Secretary of the Interior,
without consideration, in accordance with subsection
(a)(4), prior to the State conveying the property to any
other entity; and
(B) <<NOTE: Determination.>> that any new use or
development of the Covered Property be compatible with
the purposes of Hot Springs National Park, as jointly
determined by the Secretary of the Interior and the
Governor of the State of Arkansas.
(3) Administrative jurisdiction.--
(A) In general.--If title to the Covered Property
reverts to the United States as provided in subsection
(a)(2), the Secretary of the Army shall transfer
administrative jurisdiction over the Covered Property,
without consideration, to the Secretary of the Interior,
and the property shall be included in, and administered
as part of Hot Springs National Park.
(B) Memorandum of understanding.--
(i) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Allocation of
costs.--As a condition of the transfer of
administrative jurisdiction under subparagraph
(A), the Secretary of the Army and the Secretary
of the Interior shall enter into a memorandum of
understanding to determine an allocation of the
costs of carrying out all responsibilities of the
United States with respect to the Covered
Property, including any costs of any response
action with respect to any contamination present
on the Covered Property.
(ii) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Transfer.--If,
after one year following the reversion of the
Covered Property to the United States as provided
in subsection (a)(2), the Secretary of the
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Army and the Secretary of the Interior have not
entered into a memorandum of understanding to
permit the transfer of administrative jurisdiction
over the Covered Property under subparagraph (A),
the Secretary of the Army may transfer
administrative jurisdiction under subparagraph
(A).
(C) Application of cercla.--Nothing in this
paragraph may be construed to affect or limit the
application of or obligation to comply with the
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and
Liability Act of 1980 (42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq.) and the
Solid Waste Disposal Act (42 U.S.C. 6901 et seq.).
(D) Report.--Not later than six months after the
Covered Property reverts to the United States as
provided in subsection (a)(2), the Secretary of the Army
and the Secretary of the Interior shall each submit a
report to the Committees on Natural Resources and Armed
Services of the House of Representatives and the
Committees on Energy and Natural Resources and Armed
Services of the United States Senate on the status of
entering into a memorandum of understanding under
paragraph (3)(B).
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``Covered Property'' means the real property
conveyed by quitclaim deed dated March 10, 1960, between the
United States of America and the State of Arkansas recorded in
the land records of the County of Garland, State of Arkansas, at
Book 480, Page 77.
(2) The term ``Deed of Conveyance'' means the quitclaim deed
dated March 10, 1960, between the United States of America and
the State of Arkansas recorded in the land records of the County
of Garland, State of Arkansas, at Book 480, Page 77, used to
convey the Covered Property.
SEC. 2859. <<NOTE: Real property.>> LAND CONVEYANCE AND
AUTHORIZATION FOR INTERIM LEASE, DEFENSE
FUEL SUPPORT POINT SAN PEDRO, LOS
ANGELES, CALIFORNIA.
(a) Conveyance Authorized.--The Secretary of the Navy (in this
section referred to as the ``Secretary''), may convey to the city of Los
Angeles or the city of Lomita, all right, title, and interest of the
United States in and to parcels of real property, including any
improvements therein and thereon, known as the ballfields and the firing
range at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach, Defense Fuel Support Point,
San Pedro, California, as further described in subsection (b), for the
purposes of permitting the city of Los Angeles or the city of Lomita (as
appropriate) to use such conveyed parcel of real property for park and
recreational activities or law enforcement affiliated purposes. A
conveyance under this subsection is subject to valid existing rights.
(b) Description of Property.--The parcels of real property that may
be conveyed under subsection (a) consists of the following:
(1) The City of Lomita Ballfield Parcel consisting of
approximately 5.7 acres.
(2) The City of Los Angeles Ballfield Parcels consisting of
approximately 15.3 acres.
(3) The firing range located at 2981 North Gaffey Street,
San Pedro, California, consisting of approximately 3.2 acres.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2282]]
(c) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Interim Lease.--Until such time as any
parcel of real property described in subsection (b) is conveyed to the
city of Los Angeles or the city of Lomita (as appropriate), the
Secretary of the Navy may lease such parcel or a portion of such parcel
to either the city of Los Angeles or the city of Lomita (as appropriate)
at no cost for a term up to three years. If fee conveyance described in
subsection (a) is not completed within the period of the lease term with
respect to such parcel, the Secretary shall have no further obligation
to make any part of such parcel available for use by the city of Los
Angeles or the city of Lomita (as appropriate).
(d) Consideration.--
(1) <<NOTE: Payment. Determination.>> Consideration
required.--As consideration for a conveyance under subsection
(a), the city of Los Angeles or the city of Lomita (as
appropriate) shall pay to the Secretary of the Navy an amount
equal to the fair market value of the property conveyed, as
determined by the Secretary, which may consist of cash payment,
in-kind consideration as described under paragraph (2), or a
combination thereof.
(2) In-kind consideration.--In-kind consideration provided
by the city of Los Angeles or the city of Lomita (as
appropriate) under this subsection may include--
(A) the acquisition, construction, provision,
improvement, maintenance, repair, or restoration
(including environmental restoration), or combination
thereof, of any property, facilities, or infrastructure
with proximity to Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach, that
the Secretary considers acceptable; or
(B) the delivery of services relating to the needs
of Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach that the Secretary
considers acceptable.
(3) <<NOTE: Reimbursement.>> Treatment of amounts received
for conveyance.--Cash payments received under paragraph (1) as
reimbursement for costs incurred by the Secretary to carry out a
conveyance under subsection (a) shall be credited to the fund or
account used to cover the costs incurred by the Secretary in
carrying out the conveyance or to an appropriate fund or account
currently available to the Secretary for the purposes for which
the costs were paid. Amounts so credited shall be merged with
amounts in such fund or account and shall be available for the
same purposes, and to the same conditions and limitations, as
amounts in such fund or account.
(4) <<NOTE: Reimbursement.>> Payment of costs of
conveyance.--The Secretary shall require the city of Los Angeles
or the city of Lomita (as appropriate) to cover costs (except
costs for environmental remediation of the property) to be
incurred by the Secretary, or to reimburse the Secretary for
such costs incurred by the Secretary, to carry out a conveyance
under subsection (a), including costs for environmental and real
estate due diligence and any other administrative costs related
to the conveyance and lease execution.
(5) Refund of excess amounts.--If amounts are collected from
the city of Los Angeles or the city of Lomita under paragraph
(4) in advance of the Secretary incurring the actual costs, and
the amount collected exceeds the costs actually incurred by the
Secretary to carry out a conveyance under
[[Page 138 STAT. 2283]]
subsection (a), the Secretary shall refund the excess amount to
the city of Los Angeles or the city of Lomita (as appropriate).
(e) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Valuation.--The values of the property
interests to be conveyed by the Secretary described in subsection (a)
shall be determined by an independent appraiser selected by the
Secretary and in accordance with the Uniform Standards of Professional
Appraisal Practice.
(f) Condition of Conveyance.--A conveyance under subsection (a)
shall be subject to all existing easements, restrictions, and covenants
of record and conditioned upon the following:
(1) The parcels of real property described in paragraphs (1)
and (2) of subsection (b) shall be used solely for park and
recreational activities, which may include ancillary uses such
as vending and restrooms.
(2) The parcel of real property described in subsection
(b)(3) shall be used solely for law enforcement affiliated
purposes.
(3) The city of Los Angeles or the city of Lomita (as
appropriate) may not use Federal funds to cover any portion of
the amounts required by subsection (d) to be paid.
(g) Exclusion of Requirements for Prior Screening.--Section 2696(b)
of title 10, United States Code, and the requirements under title V of
the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (Public Law 101-645; 41
U.S.C. 11411) relating to prior screenings shall not apply to a
conveyance under subsection (a) or the grant of interim lease authorized
under subsection (c).
(h) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Reversionary Interest.--If the
Secretary determines at any time that a parcel of real property conveyed
under subsection (a) is not being used in accordance with the purpose of
the conveyance specified in this section, all right, title, and interest
in and to the land, including the improvements thereto, shall, at the
option of the Secretary, revert to and become the property of the United
States, and the United States shall have the right of immediate entry
onto such real property. A <<NOTE: Records.>> determination by the
Secretary under this subsection shall be made on the record after an
opportunity for a hearing.
(i) Conveyance Agreement.--A conveyance of land under subsection (a)
shall be accomplished using a quitclaim deed or other legal instrument
and upon terms and conditions mutually satisfactory to the Secretary and
the city of Los Angeles or the city of Lomita (as appropriate),
including such additional terms and conditions as the Secretary
considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States.
SEC. 2860. LAND CONVEYANCE, FORT BLISS, EL PASO, TEXAS.
(a) Conveyance Authorized.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary of the Army (in this section
referred to as the ``Secretary'') may convey to El Paso Water of
the Public Service Board in El Paso, Texas (in this section
referred to as ``El Paso Water''), all right, title, and
interest of the United States in and to a parcel of real
property, including any improvements thereon, consisting of
approximately 45.3 acres, known as the Kay Bailey Hutchison
Desalination Plant, and an adjoining parcel of approximately 20
acres, located at Fort Bliss, Texas, for the purposes of
stormwater flood control for Fort Bliss and the neighboring
area.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2284]]
(2) Continuation of existing easements, restrictions, and
covenants.--The conveyance of the property under paragraph (1)
shall be subject to any existing easement, restriction, and
covenant, including the easement numbered DACA63-2-09-0524 and
titled ``Easement for desalination plant, water pipeline and
related support structures in support of a water supply
agreement'' (in this section referred to as the ``existing
easement'').
(b) Payment of Fair Market Value.--
(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--As consideration
for the conveyance under subsection (a), El Paso Water shall pay
to the Secretary an amount equal to the fair market value of the
property to be conveyed as determined by the Secretary, which
may consist of cash payment, in-kind consideration as described
in paragraph (2), or a combination thereof.
(2) In-kind consideration.--In-kind consideration provided
by El Paso Water under paragraph (1) may include one or more of
the following:
(A) Discounted or stabilized water commodity rates
in accordance with the terms and conditions of any water
service or supply agreement in place on the date of the
enactment of this Act and referenced in the existing
easement.
(B) The delivery of services relating to the needs
of Fort Bliss that the Secretary considers acceptable.
(c) Reversionary Interest.--
(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In general.--If the Secretary
determines that the property conveyed under subsection (a) is
not being used in accordance with the purpose of the conveyance
specified in such subsection, all right, title, and interest in
and to the property, including any improvements thereto, may, at
the option of the Secretary, revert to and become the property
of the United States, and the United States may have the right
of immediate entry onto such property.
(2) <<NOTE: Records.>> Opportunity for hearing.--A
determination by the Secretary under paragraph (1) may be made
on the record after an opportunity for a hearing.
(d) Payment of Costs of Conveyance.--
(1) <<NOTE: Reimbursement.>> Payment required.--The
Secretary may require El Paso Water to cover all costs (except
costs for environmental remediation of the property) to be
incurred by the Secretary, or to reimburse the Secretary for
such costs incurred by the Secretary, to carry out the
conveyance under subsection (a), including costs for appraisals,
environmental and real estate due diligence, and any other
administrative costs related to the conveyance.
(2) Refund of excess amounts.--If amounts are collected from
El Paso Water under paragraph (1) in advance of the Secretary
incurring the actual costs, and the amount collected exceeds the
costs actually incurred by the Secretary to carry out the
conveyance under subsection (a), the Secretary shall refund the
excess amount to El Paso Water.
(e) Limitation on Source of Funds.--El Paso Water may not use
Federal funds to cover any portion of the costs required to be paid by
El Paso Water under this section.
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(f) <<NOTE: Determination. Survey.>> Description of Property.--The
exact acreage and legal description of the property to be conveyed under
subsection (a) shall be determined by a survey satisfactory to the
Secretary.
(g) Additional Terms and Conditions.--The Secretary may require such
additional terms and conditions in connection with the conveyance under
subsection (a) as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the
interests of the United States.
SEC. 2861. <<NOTE: California.>> CLEANUP AND TRANSFER OF CERTAIN
PROPERTY AT FORMER ARMY INSTALLATION TO
EAST BAY REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT.
The Secretary of the Army, with respect to the approximately 15-acre
upland portion of property at the shoreline of the former installation
of the Army in Oakland, California, shall--
(1) in coordination with the California Department of Toxic
Substances Control and the appropriate California Regional Water
Quality Control Board--
(A) <<NOTE: Investigation. Study.>> endeavor to
complete a remedial investigation and feasibility study
in compliance with the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 (42
U.S.C. 9601 et seq.) as soon as practicable; and
(B) <<NOTE: Deadline. Review.>> not later than one
year after the completion of such remedial investigation
and feasibility study, submit to the relevant State and
Federal regulatory agencies a draft decision document
relating to such remedial investigation and feasibility
study for review; and
(2) complete the final property transfer of that portion of
the property to the East Bay Regional Park District as soon as
all Federal and State environmental standards have been met.
SEC. 2862. COORDINATION OF REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OF KOLEKOLE
PASS, HAWAII.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of the Army and the Secretary of the
Navy shall jointly coordinate the repair and maintenance, including any
planning for such repair and maintenance, of the Kolekole Pass, which
originates at Schofield Barracks of the Department of the Army in Oahu,
Hawaii, and ends in Waianae, Hawaii.
(b) Investigation.--In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary of
the Army and the Secretary of the Navy shall coordinate with
representatives of government entities of the State of Hawaii to
investigate the scope of work and budget requirements to structurally
reinforce and repair the Kolekole Pass so it may be used for emergency
egress and ingress by individuals in the event of an emergency.
(c) Report.--Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment
of this Act, the Secretary of the Army and the Secretary of the Navy
shall jointly submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate
and the House of Representatives a report on the investigation conducted
under paragraph (1).
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Subtitle E--Other Matters
SEC. 2871. CONSIDERATION OF INSTALLATION INFRASTRUCTURE AND OTHER
SUPPORTING RESOURCES BY DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE TEST RESOURCE MANAGEMENT CENTER.
(a) Consideration of Installation Infrastructure and Other
Supporting Resources.--Section 4173(c)(1) of title 10, United States
Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
``(F) To the extent practicable, to consult with the
Secretary of the Army on installation infrastructure, workforce
requirements, information technology, and other resources that
support the activities of the Major Range and Test Facility
Base.''.
(b) Treatment of Infrastructure on Kwajalein Atoll.--Section 4173 of
title 10, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsection (i) as subsection (j); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (h) the following new
subsection:
``(i) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Infrastructure on Kwajalein Atoll.--
Beginning on the date of the enactment of this subsection and ending on
October 1, 2030, for purposes of this section, any infrastructure
located on Kwajalein Atoll that supports the operations of test and
evaluation facilities of the Department of Defense shall be considered
to be part of the Army Kwajalein Major Range and Test Facility Base and
subject to the requirements of subsections (e) and (f).''.
(c) Conforming Amendments.--
(1) Title 10.--Section 130i(j)(3)(C)(ix) of title 10, United
States Code, is amended by striking ``sections 4173(i)'' and
inserting ``section 4173''.
(2) National defense authorization act for fiscal year
2010.--Section 220(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act
for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111-84; 10 U.S.C. 221 note) is
amended by striking ``sections 4173(i)'' and inserting ``section
4173''.
(3) James m. inhofe national defense authorization act for
fiscal year 2023.--Section 236(g) of the James M. Inhofe
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public
Law 117-263; 10 U.S.C. 4001 note) is amended by striking
``section 4173(i)'' and inserting ``section 4173''.
SEC. 2872. DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF THE NAVAL INNOVATION
CENTER AT THE NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL.
Chapter 855 of title 10, United States Code, <<NOTE: 10 USC prec.
8541.>> is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
``Sec. 8551. <<NOTE: 10 USC 8551.>> Development and operation of
the Naval Innovation Center at the Naval
Postgraduate School
``(a) Authority to Support the Naval Innovation Center.--
(1) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> The Secretary of the Navy may enter into a
contract or other agreement with one or more eligible nonprofit
organizations for the design, construction, and maintenance of a
multipurpose facility--
``(A) to be known as the `Naval Innovation Center' (in this
section referred to as the `NIC'); and
``(B) to be located at the United States Naval Postgraduate
School.
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``(2) The NIC shall be used--
``(A) to convene interested persons to develop and
accelerate the adoption of new and innovative technologies and
practices for the benefit of the Department of Defense; and
``(B) <<NOTE: Determination.>> to support such education,
training, research, and associated activities, as determined by
the Secretary, in support of the Naval Postgraduate School and
the Department of Defense.
``(b) Funds.--Under the contract or other agreement described in
subsection (a), the Secretary may--
``(1) accept funds from a partner organization for any phase
of development of the NIC; and
``(2) accept funds, personal property, or services from a
covered entity that is not a partner organization for
maintenance of the NIC.
``(c) <<NOTE: Applicability.>> Authority to Accept Gifts.--(1) The
Secretary of the Navy may accept, hold, administer, and spend any gift,
device, or bequest of real property, personal property, services, or
money on the condition that the gift, device, or bequest be used for the
benefit, or in connection with, the establishment, operation, or
maintenance of the NIC. Section 2601 of this title (other than
subsections (b), (c), and (e) of such section) shall apply to gifts
accepted under this subsection.
``(2) The Secretary may display at the NIC recognition for an
individual or entity that contributes money to a partner organization or
for a corporate partner that contributes money directly to the Navy for
the benefit of the NIC, whether or not the contribution is subject to
the condition that the recognition be
provided. <<NOTE: Regulations.>> The Secretary shall prescribe
regulations governing the circumstances under which contributor
recognition may be provided, appropriate forms of recognition, and
suitable display standards.
``(3) <<NOTE: Records.>> The Secretary may authorize the sale of
donated property received under paragraph (1). A sale under this
paragraph need not be conducted in accordance with disposal requirements
that would otherwise apply, so long as the sale is conducted at arms-
length and includes an auditable transaction record.
``(4) Any money received under paragraph (1) and any proceeds from
the sale of property under paragraph (3) shall be deposited into a fund
established in the Treasury to support the NIC.
``(d) Additional Terms and Conditions.--The Secretary of the Navy
may require such additional terms and conditions in connection with a
contract or other agreement described in subsection (a) as the Secretary
considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States.
``(e) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `covered entity' means--
``(A) an entity incorporated or operating under the
laws of any State; or
``(B) a nonprofit organization.
``(2) The term `eligible nonprofit organization' means an
organization that--
``(A) is described in section 501(c)(3) of the
Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and that is exempt from
taxation under section 501(a) of such Code; and
``(B) has as its primary purpose the support and
operation of the Naval Postgraduate School.
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``(3) The term `partner organization' means an eligible
nonprofit organization with which the Secretary of the Navy
enters into a contract or other agreement under subsection
(a).''.
SEC. 2873. EXTENSION OF DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY PILOT PROGRAM FOR
DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF ONLINE REAL
ESTATE INVENTORY TOOL.
Section 2866(h) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2021 (division B of Public Law 116-283; 10 U.S.C. 7771 note
prec.) is amended by striking ``September 30, 2025'' and inserting
``September 30, 2026''.
SEC. 2874. <<NOTE: 10 USC 2802 note.>> NOTIFICATION TO MEMBERS OF
CONGRESS FOR AWARDS OF CONTRACTS FOR
MILITARY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Notification Required.--Not later than 30
days after the date of award of a contract for a military construction
project, the Secretary of the military department with jurisdiction over
such project shall notify the following Members of Congress:
(1) Any Member representing the State in which such contract
will be performed.
(2) Any Member representing the State in which the
contractor awarded such contract is a constituent of such
Member.
(b) Elements.--A notification under subsection (a) shall include the
following:
(1) The proposed value of the contract.
(2) The contractor awarded the contract.
(3) A brief description of the project that is the subject
of the contract, including the location in which the contract
will be performed.
SEC. 2875. AUTHORIZATION OF ASSISTANCE TO EXPEDITE CERTAIN
MILITARY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS LOCATED
IN GUAM.
(a) <<NOTE: Grants. Contracts.>> In General.--To expedite military
construction projects in Guam intended to improve the defense of Guam
and the Indo-Pacific region, each Secretary of a military department may
provide grants, enter into cooperative agreements, and supplement other
Federal funds to regulatory agencies located in Guam that such Secretary
determines appropriate, including--
(1) the Guam Environmental Protection Agency; and
(2) the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.
(b) Elements.--Each grant, cooperative agreement, or agreement to
supplement other Federal funds described under subsection (a) may
include--
(1) the provision of Department of Defense technical
assistance to a regulatory agency responsible for the timely
completion of a military construction project described in this
section; and
(2) the use of Department of Defense personnel to perform
activities relating to such military construction project for
which the regulatory agency is responsible.
(c) Military Construction Project Defined.--In this section, the
term ``military construction project'' has the meaning given such term
in section 2801 of title 10, United States Code.
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SEC. 2876. <<NOTE: Time period.>> REPORT ON MUNITIONS AND
EXPLOSIVES OF CONCERN AND CONSTRUCTION
PROJECTS IN JOINT REGION MARIANAS.
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
and annually thereafter for three years, the Secretary of Defense shall
submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House
of Representatives a report that includes the following:
(1) A description of any policy or requirement of the
Department of Defense related to munitions and explosives of
concern in Joint Region Marianas.
(2) A description of the cost, schedule, and safety
mitigation efforts related to any military construction project
in Joint Region Marianas.
(3) Identification of each organization that holds wavier
authority for any requirement related to munitions and
explosives of concern in Joint Region Marianas.
(4) Information on the effectiveness of policy or guidance
related to munitions of concern intended to expedite the
military construction process in Joint Region Marianas.
SEC. 2877. REVIEW OF ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR CONSTRUCTION
PROJECTS OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Contracts.>> In General.--Not later than 60
days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary of
Defense shall seek to enter into a contract with a federally funded
research and development center, or a team consisting of a federally
funded research and development center with a private management
consulting group, not sponsored by the Department of the Army or the
Department of the Navy, to review the roles and responsibilities for
executing construction projects for the Department of Defense, including
military construction projects and facilities sustainment, restoration,
and modernization projects.
(b) Report.--Not later than February 1, 2026, the federally funded
research and development center shall submit to the Committees on Armed
Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on such
review.
(c) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Elements.--The report required under
subsection (b) shall include the following:
(1) An assessment of the design and construction delivery
processes of the Army Corps of Engineers and the Naval
Facilities Engineering Systems Command, which shall--
(A) include the composition of the design delivery
and construction delivery team for each entity; and
(B) identify whether specialized engineering or
technical authority is required for a defense
construction agent to recapitalize the public shipyards
or specialized weapon systems, including a ground based
strategic deterrent.
(2) An identification of the total number of members of the
Armed Forces, civilian employees of the Federal Government, and
contractors by specialty (such as job series or military
occupation code) involved in executing construction projects for
the Army Corps of Engineers and the Naval Facilities Engineering
Systems Command, which shall--
(A) include individuals involving in the planing,
design, award, and oversight of military construction
projects and
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facilities sustainment, restoration, and modernization
projects for major repairs; and
(B) exclude all individuals serving in civil works
positions unless those individuals directly support
programs of the Department of Defense.
(3) An assessment of--
(A) whether the number of members of the Armed
Forces, civilian employees of the Federal Government,
and contractors identified pursuant to paragraph (2) is
adequate to support the functions and requirements of
the respective entities that employ members, employees,
and contractors; and
(B) whether additional members of the Armed Forces,
civilian employees of the Federal Government, and
contractors would be needed to support such functions
and requirements;
(C) whether the current workforce of such entities
has the skills and expertise to execute the
recommendations of such report, if applicable.
(4) If applicable, a discussion of the skills and expertise
required to execute the recommendations included in such report
that such current workforce lacks as of the date of the
submission of such report.
(5) An assessment of the internal controls of the Army Corps
of Engineers and the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems
Command used to ensure funds associated with military
construction projects and facilities sustainment, restoration,
and modernization projects, including overhead, supervision, and
administration, are properly charged to the correct
appropriation account (whether for military construction or
defense) at all levels of each entity, which shall include an
assessment of--
(A) an assessment of the similarities and
differences with respect to the financial processes;
(B) an assessment of supervision and construction
schedules; and
(C) the advantages and disadvantages to internal
controls and cost and schedule adherence if a single
construction agent for military construction were
created.
(6) An assessment of the real estate functions performed by
the Army Corps of Engineers and the Naval Facilities Engineering
Systems Command, which shall include--
(A) an assessment of the similarities and
differences between delivery methodologies and
authorities;
(B) an assessment of the costs and funding sources
of providing real estate services; and
(C) an identification of the advantages and
disadvantages to real estate services if a single
construction agent for military construction were
created.
(7) An assessment of the global geographic regions that the
Army Corps of Engineers, the Naval Facilities Engineering
Systems Command, and any other construction agent of the
Department of Defense cover, which shall include--
(A) the geographic roles those entities support with
respect to host-nation funded construction, non-military
construction, and infrastructure support in connection
with foreign military sales; and
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(B) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tion.>> a recommendation for
an optimal geographic regional layout if a single
construction agent for military construction were
created.
(8) An assessment of the construction performance measures
of the Army Corps of Engineers and the Naval Facilities Systems
Command, which shall include--
(A) an assessment of industry engagement and best
practices;
(B) an assessment of decision-making authorities,
processes, and timelines;
(C) an assessment of fund sources and their uses;
(D) an assessment of military construction
performance of the Army Corps of Engineers and the Naval
Facilities Systems Command, in comparison with global
construction trends during fiscal years 2019 through
2024;
(E) an identification of business systems and
processes that can be implemented jointly by the Army
Corps of Engineers and the Naval Facilities Systems
Command to improve military construction performance;
and
(F) the advantages and disadvantages to construction
performance if a single construction agent for military
construction were created.
(9) An assessment of the infrastructure requirement
generation process and the cost estimation procedures used by
the Army Corps of Engineers and Naval Facilities System Command
and the efficacy of such procedures for providing an accurate
cost estimate at the time such estimate is included in the
submission to Congress of the budget of the President pursuant
to section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, for each fiscal
year, which shall include an assessment of--
(A) guidance provided to the proponent for the
project on how to define infrastructure requirements;
(B) guidance provided to the proponent for the
project with respect to best practices for accurate cost
estimation;
(C) the process by which the applicable construction
agent--
(i) assesses the validity of a cost estimate;
and
(ii) communicates concerns about the validity
of such cost estimate to maximize the accuracy of
such cost estimate before such cost estimate is
included in such budget; and
(D) the degree to which the Army Corps of Engineers
and the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command
have common definitions and common practices for
evaluating the validity of such cost estimates.
(10) An assessment of the uses of the Army Corps of
Engineers to provide capabilities not associated with the
designation of such Corps as a Department of Defense design and
construction agent, which shall include an assessment of--
(A) the capabilities and expertise of the Army Corps
of Engineers provided to military installations of the
Department of the Army; and
(B) the extent to which a consolidation of
construction agents would affect--
(i) the ability of the Army Corps of Engineers
to provide such capabilities and expertise; and
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(ii) other functions and statutory missions of
the Army Corps of Engineers.
(11) An assessment of the use by the Department of the Navy
of the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command to perform
other functions not associated with the designation of such
Command as a Department of Defense design and construction
agent, which shall include an assessment of--
(A) the public works functions and services provided
by the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command to
military installations of the Department of the Navy,
including the advantages and disadvantages to such
functions and services if a single construction agent
for military construction were created;
(B) all other authorities of and functions provided
by Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command,
including the advantages and disadvantages to such
functions and services if a single construction agent
for military construction were created; and
(C) an assessment of the effect of removing certain
Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command functions
from the Navy Working Capital Fund system.
(12) An assessment of the policy, procedures, organizations,
and systems used by the Department of the Army and the
Department of the Air Force for the design and construction of
facilities sustainment, restoration, and modernization projects,
including an assessment of any modifications required if a
single construction agent for military construction were to be
created.
(13) An assessment of the data and software systems used by
the Army Corps of Engineers, the Naval Facilities Engineering
Systems Command, and any other entity of the Department of
Defense for tracking the execution of planning, design, and
construction of military construction projects and asset
management of the completed project, including--
(A) an assessment of interoperability between such
data and software systems and similar systems used by
other entities of the Department of Defense;
(B) an assessment of the differences, weaknesses,
currency, and transparency of data provided to the
sponsors of such projects within the Department of
Defense; and
(C) the advantages, disadvantages, and benefits of
consolidating or standardizing such systems if a single
construction agent for military construction were
created.
(14) <<NOTE: Records.>> Documentation of the current
organizational alignment of authorities from title 10, United
States Code, with the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the
military departments and the alignment of those authorities with
the construction authorities within the Army Corps of Engineers
and the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, including
authorities relating to acquisition, technical authority,
finances, and real estate.
(15) An identification of the potential cost savings and
performance improvements to the Department of the Army and the
Department of the Navy if a single construction agent for
military construction were created.
(16) An identification of existing efficiencies and
operational benefits that the Department of the Army and the
Department
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of the Navy gain from the designation of the Army Corps of
Engineers and the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command
as Department of Defense design and construction agents.
(17) An identification of not less than two alternatives for
how the authorities and organizations relating to construction
for the Department of Defense could align if a single
construction agent were to align under one principal staff
assistant to the Secretary of Defense as a defense agency or
field activity of the Department of Defense.
(18) <<NOTE: Costs. Estimate.>> An assessment of the costs
of the Army Corps of Engineers and the Naval Facilities
Engineering Systems Command carrying out the functions of such
entities, including any redundant costs, the potential
efficiencies of consolidation into a single construction agent,
an estimate for the number of required personnel, and required
specialties.
(d) Briefings Required.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Initial briefing.--Not later than 30
days after the date on which the Secretary of Defense enters
into a contract pursuant to subsection (a), the federally funded
research and development center shall provide to Congress a
briefing on the review <<NOTE: Timeline.>> required under such
contract. Such briefing shall include an estimated timeline for
the completion of such review.
(2) Quarterly briefings.--On a quarterly basis after the
date on which the federally funded research and development
center provides the briefing under paragraph (1), the federally
funded research and development center shall provide to the
Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of
Representatives a briefing on the progress of such review.
SEC. 2878. ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS ON INSTALLATIONS OF
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.
(a) Report Required.--
(1) Update of assessment on school capacity and condition.--
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this
Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional
defense committees an updated assessment of the capacity and
facility condition deficiencies of elementary and secondary
public schools on military installations conducted by the
Secretary in July 2011 under section 8109 of the Department of
Defense and Full-Year Continuing Appropriations Act, 2011
(Public Law 112-10; 125 Stat. 82), as updated by the Secretary
in July 2017 under section 2814 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-328; 130
Stat. 2717).
(2) Consideration of factors.--In conducting the updated
assessment required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall
take into consideration factors including--
(A) schools that have had changes in their condition
or capacity since the updated assessment in July 2017;
and
(B) the capacity and facility condition deficiencies
of schools omitted from the updated assessment in July
2017.
(3) <<NOTE: Project schedule.>> Additional information.--The
Secretary shall include in the updated assessment required under
paragraph (1) a report on the status of the funds already
appropriated, and a schedule for the completion of projects
already approved,
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under the programs funded under section 8127 of the Consolidated
Appropriations Act, 2018 (Public Law 115-141; 132 Stat. 492),
section 8128 of the Department of Defense and Labor, Health and
Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act, 2019 and
Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 (Public Law 115-245; 123
Stat. 3029), section 8121 of the Consolidated Appropriations
Act, 2020 (Public Law 116-93; 133 Stat. 2365), section 8118 of
the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116-260;
134 Stat. 1332), and section 8109 of the Consolidated
Appropriations Act, 2022 (Public Law 117-103; 136 Stat. 201).
(b) Updating Prohibition on Use of Certain Assessment of Public
Schools on Department of Defense Installations to Supersede Funding of
Certain Projects.--Paragraph (3) of section 2814(a) of the of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114-
328; 130 Stat. 2717), as added by section 2818(a) of the National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115- 91; 131
Stat. 1852) and amended by section 2824(a) of the John S. McCain
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115-
232; 132 Stat. 2269), is further amended by striking ``38 projects'' and
inserting ``71 projects''.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Comptroller General Evaluation.--Not later
than 180 days after the date of the submission of the updated assessment
under subsection (a)(1), the Comptroller General of the United States
shall submit to the congressional defense committees an evaluation of
issues relating to the Public Schools on Military Installations program
of the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation of the Department
of Defense, including--
(1) program operations and oversight;
(2) use of funding;
(3) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> criteria for selecting and
prioritizing schools;
(4) any interaction between such program and the Impact Aid
program of the Department of Education; and
(5) the extent to which such program is achieving the goals
of such program.
SEC. 2879. <<NOTE: 10 USC 8013 note.>> UPDATES TO POLICIES AND
GUIDANCE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF CERTAIN DRY DOCKS
AND OTHER PROJECTS.
(a) Policy and Guidance Update.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary of the Navy shall update
relevant internal policy and guidance of the Department of the
Navy with respect to the projects described in paragraph (2) to
require the head of the Program Management Office of the
Department to--
(A) update the relevant methodologies used to
conduct cost sensitivity, risk, and uncertainty analyses
throughout the project design process;
(B) <<NOTE: Records.>> document the use of different
methods to validate high-value cost elements for
projects under the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization
Program; and
(C) adhere to best practices for the development of
construction schedules.
(2) Projects described.--The projects described in this
paragraph are--
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(A) the replacement of dry dock 1 at Portsmouth
Naval Shipyard;
(B) the replacement of dry dock 3 at Pearl Harbor
Naval Shipyard; and
(C) any other project of the Navy under the Shipyard
Infrastructure Optimization Program.
(b) Planning.--The Secretary shall implement measures to ensure more
extensive planning on military construction projects under the Shipyard
Infrastructure Optimization Program for which the Secretary has
obligated more than $500,000,000 to more accurately identify operational
mission need dates.
(c) Briefings.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> In general.--Not later
than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section,
and quarterly thereafter until each project is completed, the
Secretary shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of
the Senate and the House of Representatives a briefing on the
status of the construction projects for the replacement by the
Navy of--
(A) dry dock 1 at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard; and
(B) dry dock 3 at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard.
(2) Elements.--Each briefing required under paragraph (1)
shall include, at a minimum, the following:
(A) <<NOTE: Summary.>> A summary of the steps the
Secretary is taking to ensure the costs of the projects
specified in such paragraph do not increase.
(B) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment by the
Secretary as of the date of the briefing of the
likelihood of future cost overruns for each such
project.
(C) Any other details the Secretary determines
relevant to support the oversight by Congress of each
such project and other projects under the Shipyard
Infrastructure Optimization Program.
SEC. 2880. <<NOTE: Hawaii. Guam. Northern Mariana Islands. 10 USC
2802 note.>> DESIGNATION OF OFFICIALS
RESPONSIBLE FOR COORDINATION OF
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS TO SUPPORT
ADDITIONAL MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES
AND THEIR FAMILIES IN THE INDO-PACIFIC
REGION.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall
designate two officials employed by the Department of Defense or a
military department as of the date of the enactment of this Act as
follows:
(1) One official shall be responsible for coordination of
infrastructure projects to support additional members of the
Armed Forces and their families in Hawaii.
(2) One official shall be responsible for coordination of
infrastructure projects to support additional members of the
Armed Forces and their families in Guam and the Northern Mariana
Islands.
(b) Duties.--Each official described in subsection (a) shall, in
coordination with appropriate officials from the military departments
and the United States Indo-Pacific Command--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> coordinate Department of Defense-
wide efforts relating to the infrastructure needs associated
with the significant addition of members of the Armed Forces and
their families to the region for which such official is the
designated official pursuant to subsection (a) during the 10-
year period following the date of the enactment of this Act;
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(2) analyze the expected impact on State and local
government services of--
(A) military infrastructure projects in the
designated region of such official; and
(B) the significant addition of members of the Armed
Forces and their families as described in paragraph (1);
and
(3) ensure clear and consistent communication to State and
local elected officials and the public in the designated region
of such official regarding the infrastructure needs and
priorities of the Department of Defense, including conveying any
finding or conclusion regarding the expected impact described in
paragraph (2)(B).
(c) Selection.--
(1) Hawaii.--For the designation under paragraph (1)
subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense may appoint an
individual with significant background and expertise in--
(A) the legal and technical aspects of city
planning, State and local government services, and
military infrastructure; and
(B) liaising with State and local elected officials
and the public.
(2) Guam and the northern mariana islands.--For the
designation under paragraph (2) of subsection (a), the Secretary
of Defense shall appoint the Under Secretary of the Navy.
(d) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Notification.--For the designations under
paragraph (1) and paragraph (2) of subsection (a), the Secretary of
Defense shall, not later than 30 days after the date of the designation,
submit to the congressional defense committees and the Governor of
Hawaii or the Governors of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands,
respectively, a notification that includes the name and contact
information of the individual so designated.
SEC. 2881. LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS UNTIL SUBMISSION OF
INTERIM GUIDANCE FOR DEPARTMENT OF
DEFENSE-WIDE STANDARDS FOR ACCESS TO
MILITARY INSTALLATIONS.
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise
made available for fiscal year 2025 for the Office of the Secretary of
Defense for travel, not more than 95 percent may be obligated or
expended until the submission of the interim guidance required by
section 2851(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31).
DIVISION C--DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY AUTHORIZATIONS AND
OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS
TITLE XXXI--DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS
Subtitle A--National Security Programs and Authorizations
Sec. 3101. National Nuclear Security Administration.
Sec. 3102. Defense environmental cleanup.
Sec. 3103. Other defense activities.
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Sec. 3104. Nuclear energy.
Subtitle B--Program Authorizations, Restrictions, and Limitations
Sec. 3111. Improvements to National Nuclear Security Administration
management and processes.
Sec. 3112. Prohibition on admittance to national security laboratories
and nuclear weapons production facilities.
Sec. 3113. Authority for National Nuclear Security Administration to use
passenger carriers for contractor commuting.
Sec. 3114. Authorization for modification of B61-13 nuclear weapon.
Sec. 3115. Limitation on availability of funds pending submission of
information on streamlining National Nuclear Security
Administration contracting.
Sec. 3116. Limitation on use of funds for naval nuclear fuel systems
based on low-enriched uranium.
Sec. 3117. Prohibition on availability of funds to reconvert or retire
W76-2 warheads.
Subtitle C--Reports and Other Matters
Sec. 3121. Modification to and termination of certain reporting
requirements under Atomic Energy Defense Act.
Sec. 3122. Modification of reporting requirements relating to cost-
benefit analyses for competition of management and operating
contracts.
Sec. 3123. Restoration of a domestic uranium enrichment capability.
Sec. 3124. Report on activities from U.S.-U.K. Mutual Defense Agreement.
Sec. 3125. Notification of certain regulations that impact the National
Nuclear Security Administration.
Subtitle A--National Security Programs and Authorizations
SEC. 3101. NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION.
(a) Authorization of Appropriations.--Funds are hereby authorized to
be appropriated to the Department of Energy for fiscal year 2025 for the
activities of the National Nuclear Security Administration in carrying
out programs as specified in the funding table in section 4701.
(b) Authorization of New Plant Projects.--From funds referred to in
subsection (a) that are available for carrying out plant projects, the
Secretary of Energy may carry out new plant projects for the National
Nuclear Security Administration as follows:
(1) Project 25-D-511, PULSE New Access, Nevada National
Security Site, Mercury, Nevada, $25,000,000.
(2) Project 25-D-510, Plutonium Mission Safety and Quality
Building, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New
Mexico, $48,500,000.
(3) Project 25-D-530, Naval Examination Acquisition Project,
Naval Reactors Facility, Idaho Falls, Idaho: $45,000,000.
SEC. 3102. DEFENSE ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Department of
Energy for fiscal year 2025 for defense environmental cleanup activities
in carrying out programs as specified in the funding table in section
4701.
SEC. 3103. OTHER DEFENSE ACTIVITIES.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Department of
Energy for fiscal year 2025 for other defense activities in carrying out
programs as specified in the funding table in section 4701.
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SEC. 3104. NUCLEAR ENERGY.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Department of
Energy for fiscal year 2025 for nuclear energy as specified in the
funding table in section 4701.
Subtitle B--Program Authorizations, Restrictions, and Limitations
SEC. 3111. IMPROVEMENTS TO NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY
ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT AND PROCESSES.
(a) Modifications to National Nuclear Security Administration Act.--
The National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2401 et
seq.) is amended--
(1) <<NOTE: 50 USC 2401.>> in section 3211--
(A) by striking paragraph (2) of subsection (b) and
inserting the following:
``(2) To support the deterrence of strategic attacks against
the United States by maintaining and enhancing the performance,
reliability, security, and safety of the United States nuclear
weapons stockpile, including the ability to design, produce, and
test nuclear weapons as necessary in order to meet national
security requirements.''; and
(B) in subsection (c), by redesignating paragraphs
(1) through (3) as paragraphs (2) through (4),
respectively, and inserting the following new paragraph
(1):
``(1) fulfilling, to the maximum extent possible, the
requirements for nuclear weapons of the Department of
Defense;'';
(2) in section 3213(a)(2), <<NOTE: 50 USC 2403.>> by
inserting ``infrastructure construction and maintenance,'' after
``nuclear weapons,'';
(3) by striking subsection (b)(1) <<NOTE: 50 USC 2404.>> of
section 3214 and inserting the following:
``(1) Supporting the deterrence of strategic attacks by
maintaining and enhancing the performance, reliability, and
security of the United States nuclear weapons stockpile,
including the ability to design, produce, and test as necessary
to meet national security requirements.''; and
(4) in section 3264, <<NOTE: 50 USC 2464.>> by striking
``for the use'' and inserting ``for the cost-reimbursable use''.
(b) Modifications to Nonproliferation and National Security
Scholarship and Fellowship Programs.--Section 3113 of the Duncan Hunter
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (50 U.S.C. 2444)
is amended--
(1) by striking ``Department of Energy'' each place it
appears and inserting ``National Nuclear Security
Administration''; and
(2) by striking ``of the Department'' each place it appears
and inserting ``of the Administration''.
(c) Modifications to Certain Nuclear Weapons Stockpile Matters.--The
Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501 et seq.) is amended--
(1) <<NOTE: 50 USC 2521.>> in section 4201(b)--
(A) by striking paragraph (5);
(B) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (4) as
paragraphs (2) through (5), respectively;
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(C) by inserting after the matter preceding
paragraph (2), as so redesignated, the following new
paragraph (1):
``(1) An increased level of effort for the construction of
new facilities and the modernization of existing facilities with
production and manufacturing capabilities that are necessary to
support the deterrence of strategic attacks against the United
States by maintaining and enhancing the performance,
reliability, and security of the United States nuclear weapons
stockpile, including--
``(A) the nuclear weapons production facilities; and
``(B) production and manufacturing capabilities
resident in the national security laboratories.''.
(D) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated, by
striking ``An increased level of effort'' and inserting
``Support'';
(E) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated, by
striking ``An increased level of effort'' and inserting
``Support''; and
(F) by amending paragraph (4), as so redesignated,
to read as follows:
``(4) Support for the modernization of facilities and
projects that contribute to the experimental capabilities of the
United States that support the sustainment and modernization of
the United States nuclear weapons stockpile and the capabilities
required to assess nuclear weapons effects.'';
(2) <<NOTE: 50 USC 2524.>> in section 4204--
(A) in subsection (a)--
(i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1)--
(I) by inserting ``, modernization,
and replacement, as required,'' after
``effective management''; and
(II) by striking ``, including the
extension of the effective life of such
weapons'';
(ii) in paragraph (1), by striking ``increase
the reliability, safety, and security'' and
inserting ``enhance the performance and
reliability'';
(iii) by redesignating paragraphs (3), (4),
and (5) as paragraphs (4), (5), and (6),
respectively;
(iv) by inserting after paragraph (2) the
following new paragraph (3):
``(3) To maintain the safety and security of the nuclear
weapons stockpile.''; and
(v) by amending paragraph (4), as so
redesignated, to read as follows:
``(4) To optimize the future size of the nuclear weapons
stockpile.''; and
(B) in subsection (b)--
(i) in paragraph (1)--
(I) by striking ``made to achieve''
and inserting ``consistent with''; and
(II) by striking ``; and'' and
inserting a semicolon;
(ii) by redesignating paragraph (2) as
paragraph (3);
(iii) by inserting after paragraph (1) the
following new paragraph (2):
``(2) any changes made to the stockpile consistent with the
objectives identified in subsection (a) are carried out in a
cost effective manner; and''; and
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(iv) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated--
(I) by amending subparagraph (A) to
read as follows:
``(A) be well understood and certifiable without the
need to resume underground nuclear weapons testing;'';
(II) by striking the period at the
end of subparagraph (B) and inserting
``; and''; and
(III) by adding at the end the
following new subparagraph:
``(C) develop future generations of design,
certification, and production expertise in the nuclear
security enterprise to support the fulfillment of
mission requirements of the future stockpile.'';
(3) in section 4209(a)(1), <<NOTE: 50 USC 2529.>> in the
matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking ``phase 1 or
phase 6.1'' and inserting ``phase 2 or phase 6.2'';
(4) <<NOTE: 50 USC 2532.>> in section 4212--
(A) in subsection (a)(1), by striking, ``as
specified in the most recent Nuclear Posture Review'';
(B) in subsection (b)--
(i) in paragraph (1), by inserting ``and high
explosives manufacturing'' after ``weapons
assembly'';
(ii) in paragraph (3), by striking ``fissile
materials components processing and fabrication''
and inserting ``processing'';
(iii) by redesignating paragraph (4) as
paragraph (5); and
(iv) by inserting after paragraph (3), the
following new paragraph (4):
``(4) The fissile material component processing and
fabrication capabilities of the Savannah River Plutonium
Processing Facility and the Los Alamos National Laboratory.'';
and
(C) by striking subsection (c);
(5) by striking section 4216 <<NOTE: 50 USC 2536.>> (and
conforming the table of contents at the beginning of such Act
accordingly);
(6) <<NOTE: 50 USC 2585.>> in section 4405--
(A) by amending subsection (a) to read as follows:
``(a) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Accelerated Cleanup.--The Secretary
of Energy shall accelerate the schedule for defense environmental
cleanup activities and disposition projects for a site at a Department
of Energy defense nuclear facility if the Secretary determines that such
an accelerated schedule will accelerate the recapitalization,
modernization, or replacement of National Nuclear Security
Administration facilities supporting the nuclear weapons stockpile,
achieve meaningful, long-term cost savings to the Federal Government, or
could substantially accelerate the release of land for local reuse
without undermining national security objectives.''; and
(B) in subsection (b)--
(i) by redesignating paragraphs (1) through
(4) as paragraphs (2) through (5), respectively;
and
(ii) by inserting after the matter preceding
paragraph (2), as so redesignated, the following
new paragraph (1):
``(1) The extent to which accelerated cleanup schedules can
contribute to a more rapid modernization of National Nuclear
Security Administration facilities.''; and
(7) <<NOTE: 50 USC 2753.>> in section 4713--
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(A) in the heading of subsection (a)(1), by
inserting ``and new nuclear weapon program'' after
``extension''; and
(B) by inserting ``or new nuclear weapon program''
after ``stockpile life extension'' each place it
appears.
SEC. 3112. PROHIBITION ON ADMITTANCE TO NATIONAL SECURITY
LABORATORIES AND NUCLEAR WEAPONS
PRODUCTION FACILITIES.
Section 4502 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2652) is
amended--
(1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following:
``(a) Background Review Required.--The Secretary of Energy and the
Administrator may not admit to any facility described in paragraph (3)
of subsection (c) other than areas accessible to the general public any
individual who is a citizen or agent of a covered foreign nation or a
nation on the current sensitive countries list unless the Secretary or
Administrator first completes a background review with respect to that
individual.'';
(2) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (e);
(3) by inserting after subsection (b), the following new
subsections:
``(c) Prohibition on Admittance.--
``(1) In general.--With respect to an individual who is a
citizen or agent of a covered foreign nation, the Secretary and
the Administrator may not, except as provided in paragraph (2),
admit such individual to any areas not accessible to the general
public within a facility described in paragraph (3).
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadline. Certification.>> Waiver.--The
Secretary, acting through the Administrator, may waive the
prohibition under paragraph (1) with respect to an individual
who is a citizen or agent of a covered foreign nation if, not
later than 30 days prior to admitting such individual to a
facility described in such paragraph, the Secretary certifies to
Congress that--
``(A) the admittance of such individual to the
facility is in the national security interests of the
United States;
``(B) no classified or restricted data will be
revealed to such individual in connection with the
admittance of such individual to the facility;
``(C) the Secretary or Administrator has consulted
with the heads of other relevant departments or agencies
of the United States Government to mitigate risks
associated with the admittance of such individual; and
``(D) the background review completed to subsection
(a) with respect to such individual did not uncover any
previously unreported affiliation with military or
intelligence organizations associated with a covered
foreign nation.
``(3) Facilities described.--A facility described in this
paragraph is a facility, or any portion thereof, that directly
supports the mission, functions, and operations of the
Administration (as described in this Act) and is located on--
``(A) a national security laboratory;
``(B) a nuclear weapons production facility; or
``(C) a site that directly supports the protection,
development, sustainment, or disposal of technologies or
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materials related to the provision of nuclear propulsion
for United States naval vessels.
``(4) Effective date.--The prohibition under paragraph (1)
shall take effect on April 15, 2025.
``(d) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall be
construed to limit or otherwise affect the authority of the Secretary or
the Administrator to--
``(1) admit to a facility described in paragraph (3) of
subsection (c)--
``(A) a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the
United States;
``(B) an individual involved in an International
Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) inspection (as defined in
the `Agreement between the United States and the IAEA
for the Application of Safeguards in the U.S.'); or
``(C) an individual involved in information
exchanges in support of activities of the United States
with respect to nonproliferation, counterproliferation,
and counterterrorism, in accordance with international
treaties or other legally-binding agreements or
instruments to which the United States is a party; or
``(2) admit any individual to a facility, or any portion
thereof, that is not directly associated with or directly funded
to perform the mission, functions, and operations of the
Administration (as described in this Act).''; and
(4) in subsection (e), as so redesignated--
(A) by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3)
; and
(B) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following
new paragraph (2):
``(2) <<NOTE: Definition.>> The term `covered foreign
nation' means--
``(A) the People's Republic of China;
``(B) the Russian Federation;
``(C) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea; and
``(D) the Islamic Republic of Iran.''.
SEC. 3113. AUTHORITY FOR NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
TO USE PASSENGER CARRIERS FOR CONTRACTOR
COMMUTING.
(a) In General.--Subtitle C of title XLVIII of the Atomic Energy
Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2811 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the
following new section:
``SEC. 4834. <<NOTE: 50 USC 2815.>> AUTHORITY TO USE PASSENGER
CARRIERS FOR CONTRACTOR COMMUTING.
``(a) Authority.--If and to the extent that the Administrator deems
it appropriate to further mission activities under section 3211 of the
National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2401), a
passenger carrier may be used to provide transportation services to
contractor employees between the covered facility of the contractor
employee and a mass transit facility in accordance with any applicable
transportation plan adopted by the Administrator pursuant to this
section.
``(b) Plan Requests and Approval.--(1) The Administrator--
``(A) shall--
``(i) provide Management and Operating contractors
at covered facilities the opportunity to, on a voluntary
basis, submit, through the cognizant contracting officer
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of the applicable covered facility, a plan to provide
transportation services described in subsection (a) for
contractor employees at the covered facility; and
``(ii) <<NOTE: Review.>> review each such plan
submitted in accordance with clause (i); and
``(B) may approve each such plan if the requirements
described in clauses (i) through (iv) of paragraph (2)(B) are
satisfied.
``(2) Each plan submitted pursuant to paragraph (1)(A)--
``(A) <<NOTE: Proposals.>> may include proposals for parking
facilities, road improvements, real property acquisition,
passenger carrier services, and commuting cost deferment
payments to contractor employees; and
``(B) shall include--
``(i) a description of how the use of passenger
carriers will facilitate the mission of the covered
facility;
``(ii) a description of how the plan will be
economical and advantageous to the Federal Government;
``(iii) <<NOTE: Summary.>> a summary of the benefits
that will be provided under the plan and how costs will
be monitored; and
``(iv) a description of how the plan will alleviate
traffic congestion, reduce commuting times, and improve
recruitment and retention of contractor employees.
``(3) The Administrator may delegate to the Senior Procurement
Executive of the Administration the approval of any plan submitted under
this subsection.
``(c) Reimbursement.--The Administration may reimburse a contractor
for the costs of transportation services incurred pursuant to a plan
approved under subsection (b) using funds appropriated to the
Administration.
``(d) Implementation.--In carrying out a plan approved under
subsection (b), the Administrator, to the maximum extent practicable and
consistent with sound budget policy, shall--
``(1) require the use alternative fuel vehicles to provide
transportation services;
``(2) ensure funds spent for this plan further the mission
activities of the Administration under section 3211 of the
National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2401);
and
``(3) ensure that the time during which a contractor
employee uses transportation services shall not be included for
purposes of calculating the hours of work for such contractor
employee.
``(e) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `contractor employee' means an employee of a
Management and Operating contractor or subcontractor employee at
any tier.
``(2) The term `covered facility' means any facility of the
Administration that directly supports the mission of the
Administration under section 3211 of the National Nuclear
Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2401).
``(3) The term `Management and Operating contractor' means a
management and operating contractor that manages a covered
facility.
``(4) The term `passenger carrier' means a passenger motor
vehicle, aircraft, boat, ship, train, or other similar means of
transportation that is owned, leased, or provided pursuant to
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contract or subcontract by the Federal Government or through a
contractor of the Administration.''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents at the beginning of
the Atomic Energy Defense Act is amended by inserting after the item
relating to section 4833 the following new item:
``Sec. 4834. Authority to use passenger carriers for contractor
commuting.''.
SEC. 3114. AUTHORIZATION FOR MODIFICATION OF B61-13 NUCLEAR
WEAPON.
The Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator for
Nuclear Security, is authorized to carry out such efforts as required to
modify or develop the B61-13 nuclear weapon.
SEC. 3115. <<NOTE: Reports.>> LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS
PENDING SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION ON
STREAMLINING NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY
ADMINISTRATION CONTRACTING.
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act for fiscal
year 2025 for Program Direction, NNSA Federal Salaries and Expenses,
Headquarters, Travel, not more than 90 percent may be obligated or
expended until the date on which the Administrator for Nuclear Security
submits the report on streamlining requirements of the National Nuclear
Security Administration with respect to contracting, procurement,
construction, and material acquisition required by the report of the
Committee on Armed Services of the Senate accompanying S.2226 of the
118th Congress (Senate Report 118-58).
SEC. 3116. <<NOTE: Determinations.>> LIMITATION ON USE OF FUNDS
FOR NAVAL NUCLEAR FUEL SYSTEMS BASED ON
LOW-ENRICHED URANIUM.
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or
otherwise made available for fiscal year 2025 for the National Nuclear
Security Administration may be obligated or expended for the purposes of
conducting research and development of an advanced naval nuclear fuel
system based on low-enriched uranium until--
(1) the Secretary of Energy and the Secretary of Defense
submit to the congressional defense committees a determination
as to whether the determination made by the Secretary of Energy
and the Secretary of Defense pursuant to section 3118(c)(1) of
the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016
(Public Law 114-92; 129 Stat. 1196) and submitted to the
congressional defense committees on March 25, 2018, that the
United States should not pursue such research and development,
remains valid; and
(2) the Secretary of the Navy submits to the congressional
defense committees a determination as to whether an advanced
naval nuclear fuel system based on low-enriched uranium that
would not reduce vessel capability, increase expense, or reduce
operational availability as a result of refueling requirements
can be produced.
SEC. 3117. PROHIBITION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS TO RECONVERT OR
RETIRE W76-2 WARHEADS.
(a) Prohibition.--Except as provided in subsection (b), none of the
funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made
available for fiscal year 2025 for the National Nuclear Security
Administration may be obligated or expended to reconvert or retire a
W76-2 warhead.
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(b) <<NOTE: Certification.>> Waiver.--The Administrator for Nuclear
Security may waive the prohibition under subsection (a) if the
Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense and the
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, certifies in writing to the
congressional defense committees that--
(1) <<NOTE: Russia. China.>> Russia and China do not possess
naval capabilities similar to the W76-2 warhead in the active
stockpiles of the respective countries; and
(2) the Department of Defense does not have a valid military
requirement for the W76-2 warhead.
Subtitle C--Reports and Other Matters
SEC. 3121. MODIFICATION TO AND TERMINATION OF CERTAIN REPORTING
REQUIREMENTS UNDER ATOMIC ENERGY DEFENSE
ACT.
(a) Plan for Construction and Operation of MOX Facility.--Section
4306 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2566(a)(3)) is amended
in subsection (a)(3)(A) by striking ``for as long as the MOX facility is
in use'' and inserting ``through 2024''.
(b) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Planned Disposition Program.--Such
section is further amended in subsection (e) by striking ``If on July 1
each year beginning in 2025 and continuing for as long as the MOX
facility is in use, less than 34 metric tons of defense plutonium or
defense plutonium materials have been processed by the MOX facility, the
Secretary shall submit to Congress a plan for--'' and inserting ``If
less than 34 metric tons of defense plutonium or defense plutonium
materials have been processed by the MOX facility by October 1, 2026,
the Secretary shall, not later than December 1, 2026, and on a biennial
basis thereafter, submit to Congress a plan for--''.
SEC. 3122. MODIFICATION OF REPORTING REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO
COST-BENEFIT ANALYSES FOR COMPETITION OF
MANAGEMENT AND OPERATING CONTRACTS.
Section 4807(e) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2787(e))
is amended to read as follows:
``(e) Review of Reports by Comptroller General of the United
States.--
``(1) Determination.--The Comptroller General of the United
States shall determine, in consultation with the congressional
defense committees, whether to conduct an initial review, a
comprehensive review, or both, of a report required by
subsection (b).
``(2) Initial review.--The Comptroller General shall provide
any initial review of a report required by subsection (b) as a
briefing to the congressional defense committees not later than
180 days after that report is submitted to the congressional
defense committees.
``(3) Comprehensive review.--
``(A) Submission.--The Comptroller General shall
submit any comprehensive review of a report required by
subsection (b) to the congressional defense committees
not later than 3 years after that report is submitted to
the congressional defense committees.
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``(B) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Elements.--A
comprehensive review of a report required by subsection
(b) shall include an assessment, based on the most
current information available, of the following:
``(i) The actual cost savings achieved
compared to cost savings estimated under
subsection (c)(1), and any increased costs
incurred under the contract that were unexpected
or uncertain at the time the contract was awarded.
``(ii) Any disruptions or delays in mission
activities or deliverables resulting from the
competition for the contract compared to the
disruptions and delays estimated under subsection
(c)(4).
``(iii) Whether expected benefits of the
competition with respect to mission performance or
operations have been achieved.
``(iv) Such other matters as the Comptroller
General considers appropriate.''.
SEC. 3123. RESTORATION OF A DOMESTIC URANIUM ENRICHMENT
CAPABILITY.
(a) <<NOTE: Assessment. Evaluation.>> In General.--Not later than 90
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Energy, acting through the Administrator for Nuclear Security, shall
conduct an assessment to evaluate at least 2, but not more than 4,
geographically disparate possible locations in the United States that
would by 2035 be best suited to host a modular, scalable facility for
the domestic enrichment of unencumbered uranium, including highly-
enriched uranium suitable for defense applications.
(b) Report Required.--Not later than 150 days after commencing the
assessment required by subsection (a), the Secretary of Energy, acting
through the Administrator for Nuclear Security, shall submit to the
congressional defense committees a report describing the results of such
assessment, including--
(1) an initial cost assessment and schedule for the
construction of at least one facility beginning not later than
January 1, 2027; and
(2) <<NOTE: Statement.>> a statement declaring a preferred
location or locations from among the locations evaluated
pursuant to subsection (a).
SEC. 3124. REPORT ON ACTIVITIES FROM U.S.-U.K. MUTUAL DEFENSE
AGREEMENT.
(a) <<NOTE: Briefing. Ireland.>> In General.--Not later than March
31, 2025, and annually thereafter until March 31, 2030, the
Administrator for Nuclear Security shall submit to the congressional
defense committees a briefing on the activities taken under the
Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the
Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
for Cooperation on the Uses of Atomic Energy for Mutual Defense
Purposes, done at Washington July 3, 1958 (commonly known as the ``U.S.-
U.K. Mutual Defense Agreement'').
(b) Briefing Contents.--A briefing under subsection (a) shall
include for the preceding calendar year--
(1) <<NOTE: Overview.>> a brief overview of major lines of
effort, including specific activities of note;
(2) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of any exchange, barter, or sale
of nuclear and related materials;
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(3) a description of the relationship, if any with AUKUS;
(4) <<NOTE: Summary.>> a summary of key scientific exchanges
and test events; and
(5) such other information as the Administrator considers
necessary.
SEC. 3125. <<NOTE: 50 USC 2538 note.>> NOTIFICATION OF CERTAIN
REGULATIONS THAT IMPACT THE NATIONAL
NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION.
(a) <<NOTE: Determination.>> In General.--If a director of a
national security laboratory of the National Nuclear Security
Administration determines that a Federal regulation could inhibit the
ability of the Administrator for Nuclear Security to maintain the
safety, security, or effectiveness of the nuclear weapons stockpile
without engaging in explosive nuclear testing, such director, not later
than 15 days after making such determination, shall submit to Congress a
notification of such determination.
(b) Form.--Each notification required by subsection (a) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
TITLE XXXII--DEFENSE NUCLEAR FACILITIES SAFETY BOARD
Sec. 3201. Authorization.
SEC. 3201. AUTHORIZATION.
There are authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025,
$47,210,000 for the operation of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety
Board under chapter 21 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2286
et seq.).
TITLE XXXIV--NAVAL PETROLEUM RESERVES
Sec. 3401. Authorization of appropriations.
SEC. 3401. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.
(a) Amount.--There are hereby authorized to be appropriated to the
Secretary of Energy $13,010,000 for fiscal year 2025 for the purpose of
carrying out activities under chapter 869 of title 10, United States
Code, relating to the naval petroleum reserves.
(b) Period of Availability.--Funds appropriated pursuant to the
authorization of appropriations in subsection (a) shall remain available
until expended.
TITLE XXXV--MARITIME ADMINISTRATION
Subtitle A--Maritime Administration
Sec. 3501. Authorization of appropriations for Maritime Administration.
Sec. 3502. Reauthorization of Maritime Security Program.
Subtitle B--Maritime Infrastructure
Sec. 3511. Port infrastructure development program.
Sec. 3512. Assessment of United States sealift capability.
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Subtitle C--Reports
Sec. 3521. Independent study and report on Shanghai Shipping Exchange.
Sec. 3522. Study on transportation of personal protective equipment.
Subtitle D--Other Matters
Sec. 3531. Extension of certain provisions relating to Tanker Security
Fleet program.
Sec. 3532. Requirements for purchasing federally auctioned vessels.
Sec. 3533. Recapitalization of National Defense Reserve Fleet.
Sec. 3534. Armed Forces merchant mariner officer expedited preparation
program.
Sec. 3535. Technical clarifications.
Sec. 3536. Buy America requirements for shipyard modernization and
improvement program.
Sec. 3537. Nomination of Merchant Marine cadets in event of death,
resignation, or expulsion from office of Member of Congress
otherwise authorized to nominate.
Sec. 3538. Amended license applications for certain deepwater ports for
natural gas.
Subtitle A--Maritime Administration
SEC. 3501. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS FOR MARITIME
ADMINISTRATION.
There are authorized to be appropriated to the Department of
Transportation for fiscal year 2025, for programs associated with
maintaining the United States Merchant Marine, the following amounts:
(1) For expenses necessary to support the United States
Merchant Marine Academy, $194,000,000, of which--
(A) $108,000,000 shall be for Academy operations;
(B) $64,000,000 shall be for United States Merchant
Marine Academy capital improvement projects;
(C) $22,000,000 shall be for facilities maintenance
and repair and equipment; and
(D) $3,000,000 shall be for training, staffing,
retention, recruiting, and contract management for
United States Merchant Marine Academy capital
improvement projects.
(2) For expenses necessary to support the State maritime
academies, $64,900,000, of which--
(A) $4,800,000 shall be for the Student Incentive
Payment Program;
(B) $6,000,000 shall be for direct payments for
State maritime academies;
(C) $17,600,000 shall be for training ship fuel
assistance;
(D) $6,000,000 shall be for offsetting the costs of
training ship sharing; and
(E) $30,500,000 shall be for maintenance and repair
of State maritime academy training vessels.
(3) For expenses necessary to support the National Security
Multi-Mission Vessel program, including funds for construction
and necessary expenses to construct shoreside infrastructure to
support such vessels, $75,000,000.
(4) For expenses necessary to support Maritime
Administration operations and programs, $110,000,000, of which--
(A) $15,000,000 shall be for the maritime
environmental and technical assistance program under
section 50307 of title 46, United States Code;
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(B) $15,000,000 shall be for the United States
marine highways program, including to make grants
authorized under section 55601 of title 46, United
States Code; and
(C) $78,000,000 shall be for headquarters operations
expenses.
(5) For expenses necessary for the disposal of obsolete
vessels in the National Defense Reserve Fleet of the Maritime
Administration, $6,000,000.
(6) For expenses necessary to maintain and preserve a United
States flag merchant marine to serve the national security needs
of the United States under chapter 531 of title 46, United
States Code, $390,000,000.
(7) For expenses necessary for the loan guarantee program
under chapter 537 of title 46, United States Code, $33,700,000,
of which--
(A) $30,000,000 may be used for the cost (as such
term is defined in section 502(5) of the Federal Credit
Reform Act of 1990 (2 U.S.C. 661a(5)) of loan guarantees
under the program; and
(B) $3,700,000 may be used for administrative
expenses relating to loan guarantee commitments under
such program.
(8) For expenses necessary to provide assistance to small
shipyards and for maritime training programs authorized under
section 54101 of title 46, United States Code, $35,000,000.
(9) <<NOTE: Determination.>> For expenses necessary to
implement the port infrastructure development program, as
authorized under section 54301 of title 46, United States Code,
$500,000,000, to remain available until expended, except that no
such funds authorized under this title for this program may be
used to provide a grant to purchase fully automated cargo
handling equipment that is remotely operated or remotely
monitored with or without the exercise of human intervention or
control, if the Secretary of Transportation determines such
equipment would result in a net loss of jobs within a port or
port terminal. <<NOTE: Data. Analysis. Reports.>> If such a
determination is made, the data and analysis for such
determination shall be reported to the Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of
Representatives not later than 3 days after the date of the
determination.
SEC. 3502. REAUTHORIZATION OF MARITIME SECURITY PROGRAM.
(a) Award of Operating Agreements.--Section 53103 of title 46,
United States Code, is amended by striking ``2035'' each place it
appears and inserting ``2040''.
(b) Effectiveness of Operating Agreements.--Section 53104(a) of
title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking ``2035'' and
inserting ``2040''.
(c) Annual Payments.--Section 53106(a)(1) of title 46, United States
Code, is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``2024, and 2025'' and
inserting ``, and 2024'';
(2) by redesignating subparagraphs (D) through (F) as
subparagraphs (E) through (G), respectively;
(3) by inserting after subparagraph (C) the following new
subparagraph (D):
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``(D) $6,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 and
2026;'';
(4) in subparagraph (E), as so redesignated--
(A) by striking ``$5,800,000'' and inserting
``$6,675,500''; and
(B) by striking ``2026, 2027,'' and inserting
``2027'';
(5) in subparagraph (F), as so redesignated--
(A) by striking ``$6,300,000'' and inserting
``$6,855,000''; and
(B) by striking ``, 2030, and 2031; and'' and
inserting ``and 2030;'';
(6) in subparagraph (G), as so redesignated--
(A) by striking ``$6,800,000'' and inserting
``$7,040,000'';
(B) by inserting ``2031 and'' before ``2032''; and
(C) by striking ``, 2033, 2034, and 2035.'' and
inserting a semicolon; and
(7) by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs:
``(H) $7,230,000 for each of fiscal years 2033 and
2034;
``(I) $7,426,000 for each of fiscal years 2035 and
2036;
``(J) $7,626,000 for each of fiscal years 2037 and
2038; and
``(K) $7,832,000 for each of fiscal years 2039 and
2040.''.
(d) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 53111 of title 46,
United States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (3), by striking ``2024, and 2025'' and
inserting ``and 2024'';
(2) by redesignating paragraphs (4) through (6) as
paragraphs (5) through (7), respectively;
(3) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following new
paragraph (4):
``(4) $390,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 and
2026;'';
(4) in paragraph (5), as so redesignated--
(A) by striking ``$348,000,000'' and inserting
``$400,500,000''; and
(B) by striking ``2026, 2027,'' and inserting
``2027'';
(5) in paragraph (6), as so redesignated--
(A) by striking ``$378,000,000'' and inserting
``$411,300,000''; and
(B) by striking ``, 2030, and 2031; and'' and
inserting ``and 2030;'';
(6) in paragraph (7), as so redesignated--
(A) by striking ``$408,000,000'' and inserting
``$422,400,000''; and
(B) by striking ``2032, 2033, 2034, and 2035'' and
inserting ``2031 and 2032''; and
(7) by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:
``(8) $433,800,000 for each of fiscal years 2033 and 2034;
``(9) $445,560,000 for each of fiscal years 2035 and 2036;
``(10) $457,560,000 for each of fiscal years 2037 and 2038;
and
``(11) $469,920,000 for each of fiscal years 2039 and
2040.''.
Subtitle B--Maritime Infrastructure
SEC. 3511. PORT INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM.
(a) Port Infrastructure Development Grants.--
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(1) In general.--In making port infrastructure development
grants under section 54301 of title 46, United States Code, for
fiscal year 2025 using funds appropriated after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall
treat a project described in paragraph (2) as--
(A) having met the requirements of paragraphs (1)
and (6)(A)(i) of section 54301(a) of such title; and
(B) an eligible project under paragraph (3) of such
section.
(2) Project described.--A project described in this
paragraph is a project to provide shore power at a port that
services--
(A) passenger vessels described in section 3507(k)
of title 46, United States Code; and
(B) vessels that move goods or freight.
(3) Modification to port definition.--Section
54301(a)(12)(A)(ii) of title 46, United States Code, is amended
by striking ``inland waters'' and inserting ``inland waters
(including the Great Lakes)''.
(b) Consistency.--
(1) In general.--Chapter 505 of subtitle V of title 46,
United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the
following:
``Sec. 50505. <<NOTE: 46 USC 50505.>> Consistent approval of
existing categorical exclusions
``In accordance with section 139 of title 23, the Maritime
Administrator may approve any action qualifying as a categorical
exclusion applicable to the Federal Highway Administration, the Federal
Transit Administration, or the Federal Railroad Administration when the
applicable requirements of that categorical exclusion have been met that
are in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42
U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), and any other applicable law. Nothing in this
section shall be interpreted to limit any existing authority of the
Maritime Administration to approve, promulgate, or publish categorical
exclusions consistent with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
(42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) or any other applicable law.''.
(2) Clerical amendment.--The table of sections at the
beginning of chapter 505 of such title <<NOTE: 46 USC prec.
50501.>> is amended by inserting after the item relating to
section 50504 the following new item:
``50505. Consistent approval of existing categorical exclusions.''.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadlines. 46 USC 50505 note.>> Establishing Applicable
Categorical Exclusions.--
(1) <<NOTE: Notice. Federal Register, publication.>> In
general.--Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of
this section, the Maritime Administrator shall issue a notice in
the Federal Register including the categorical exclusions in use
as of the date of enactment of this section by the Maritime
Administration for actions or projects the Maritime
Administration oversees. <<NOTE: Update.>> The Maritime
Administrator may subsequently update such categorical
exclusions. Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to
limit any existing authority of the Maritime Administration to
approve, promulgate, or publish categorical exclusions
consistent with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
(42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) or any other applicable law.
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(2) Survey and proposed rulemaking.--Not later than 1 year
after the date of enactment of this section, the Maritime
Administrator shall--
(A) survey the use of categorical exclusions by the
Maritime Administration with respect to projects
initiated during or after 2015;
(B) <<NOTE: Public information. Web posting.>>
publish on a public website the results of that survey,
which shall include a description of the types of
actions categorically excluded and any additional
categorical exclusions that were legally available to
the Maritime Administrator from other operating
administrations and the Department of the Army but were
or were not adopted; and
(C) <<NOTE: Publication. Notice. Update. List.>>
publish a notice of proposed rulemaking to propose new
Maritime Administration categorical exclusions for
projects and a process by which the Maritime
Administration will update the list of categorical
exclusions to reflect lessons learned in grant
administration and project construction.
(3) Definitions.--In this subsection:
(A) Categorical exclusions.--The term ``categorical
exclusion'' has the meaning given the term in section
111 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42
U.S.C. 4336e).
(B) Project.--The term ``project'' means an eligible
project as described in section 54301(a)(3) of title 46,
United States Code.
(d) Application Timelines.--Section 54301(a)(5) of title 46, United
States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:
``(C) <<NOTE: Extension.>> Delayed notice of
funding opportunity.--If the Secretary amends a
published solicitation for grant applications such that
an applicant would need the information contained in the
amendment to draft an application, other than an
amendment of the amount of grant funding available, the
Secretary shall extend the application deadline by the
number of days between the initial solicitation and the
amendment.''.
(e) Project Budget Reviews.--Section 54301(a)(9) of title 46, United
States Code, is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (B) by striking ``and'' at the end;
(2) in subparagraph (C) by striking the period at the end
and inserting ``; and''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:
``(D) grant contracts are approved efficiently by
the Secretary, minimizing delays for minor adjustments
to project scopes and budgets, including due to
inflationary effects on projects.''.
(f) Application Process.--Section 54301(a)(5)(A) of title 46, United
States Code, is amended--
(1) by striking ``To be eligible'' and inserting the
following:
``(i) In general.--To be eligible''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(ii) Ensuring cybersecurity.--If a covered
applicant for a grant under this subsection is
applying to use the grant to acquire digital
infrastructure or a software component, such
applicant shall--
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``(I) <<NOTE: Certification. Security
plan.>> certify the facility for which
a covered applicant is applying for a
grant has an approved facility security
plan pursuant to section 70103(c) of
this title that addresses the
cybersecurity risks of such digital
infrastructure or software component; or
``(II) if the approved facility
security plan of a facility for which a
covered applicant is applying for a
grant does not address such
cybersecurity risks, provide a brief
description in the application of how
such applicant will address the
cybersecurity risks of such digital
infrastructure or software component.
``(iii) Update of facility security plan.--If
the approved facility security plan required under
section 70103(c) of this title of a facility for
which a covered applicant is applying for a grant
under this subsection does not address the
cybersecurity risks of digital infrastructure or a
software component to be acquired by such grant
and such applicant provides a brief description to
address such cybersecurity risks under clause
(ii)(II), the covered applicant shall ensure that
such security plan is updated to address the
cybersecurity risks described in clause (ii)(II)
in the next update required under paragraph (3)(G)
of such section.
``(iv) Covered applicant defined.--In this
paragraph, the term `covered applicant' means an
applicant under this subsection that is not
otherwise eligible under subsection (b).''.
(g) <<NOTE: Time periods. Reports.>> Staffing and Grant
Timelines.--Not later than 365 days after the date of the enactment of
this section, and for each of the next 5 years thereafter, the Secretary
of Transportation shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science,
and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the average
length of grant obligation timelines for the Port Infrastructure
Development Program under section 54301 of title 46, United States Code,
and the nature of any staffing shortages relevant to administering such
program.
SEC. 3512. <<NOTE: Reports.>> ASSESSMENT OF UNITED STATES SEALIFT
CAPABILITY.
(a) Assessment of Sealift Capability.--Not later than March 1, 2026,
the Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with the Secretary of
the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating
as a service in the Navy, the Secretary of Commerce, and the Secretary
of Defense, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a
report that includes each of the following:
(1) An assessment of the readiness and sufficiency of the
United States maritime infrastructure, shipping industry, and
shipbuilding industry, and United States-flagged, owned, and
operated fleets to meet strategic sealift requirements during
peace, crisis, and war and operate in a contested environment.
(2) An assessment of ocean-going trade opportunities and
challenges with respect to the economy of the United States.
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(3) An assessment of critical infrastructure in the United
States maritime transportation system, including ports,
shipyards, repair yards, inland waterways, and the domestic
fleet, and foreign investment in maritime infrastructure.
(4) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> An evaluation of foreign
investment, ownership, and control in maritime infrastructure,
including ports, terminals, and other related infrastructure.
(5) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations for--
(A) improving the critical shipbuilding
infrastructure, workforce recruitment, development, and
retention, and critical supply chains of the United
States, including for critical repair parts; and
(B) addressing any risks identified in paragraphs
(1) through (4) as necessary to protect and strengthen
the United States maritime transportation system.
(b) Assessment of Arrangements and Agreements With Treaty Allies.--
Not later than March 1, 2026, the Secretary of Transportation, in
consultation with the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense,
shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that
includes each of the following:
(1) An assessment of existing arrangements and agreements
with treaty allies for access to the global maritime
transportation infrastructure such as ports, harbors, and
waterways.
(2) An assessment of existing assurances, arrangements, and
agreements with treaty allies to augment United States sealift
capabilities and meet sealift requirements during peace, crisis,
and war.
(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Recommendations for
updating such arrangements and agreements to reflect the global
security environment.
(c) Report on Potential Public-private Partnership Opportunities.--
Not later than March 1, 2026, the Secretary of Transportation shall
submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on
requirements to maintain, improve, or grow the Maritime Security
Program, Tanker Security Program, and the Ready Reserve Force over the
decade following the date of the enactment of this Act.
(d) Alternate Strategic Seaports Assessment and Report.--
(1) Assessment.--The Commander of the United States
Transportation Command, in coordination with the Administrator
of the Maritime Administration, shall conduct an assessment to
identify--
(A) any additional operational criteria or
infrastructure enhancements necessary to ensure that
alternate seaport facilities meet strategic seaport
facility standards; and
(B) any infrastructure enhancements to strategic
seaport facilities to ensure such facilities continue to
meet readiness requirements.
(2) Contents.--In conducting the assessment under paragraph
(1), the Administrator shall--
(A) identify any shoreside improvements at alternate
seaport facilities that are necessary for such
facilities to meet strategic seaport facility standards;
(B) identify any shoreside and in-water improvements
at strategic seaport facilities that are necessary for
such
[[Page 138 STAT. 2315]]
facilities to continue to meet strategic seaport
facility standards, including with respect to the
continued efficient movement of cargo; and
(C) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. Plan.>> provide
recommendations and a plan for the implementation of the
improvements identified under subparagraphs (A) and (B)
to ensure that alternate seaport facilities are fully
prepared for use as strategic seaport facilities if
required.
(3) Report.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the
Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the
Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report on the
assessment required under paragraph (1).
(e) <<NOTE: Classified information.>> Form of Reports.--The reports
required under subsections (a) and (b) may be submitted in a classified
format.
(f) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) The term ``appropriate congressional committees''
means--
(A) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee
on Appropriations, and the Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee
on Appropriations, and the Committee on Transportation
and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives.
(2) The term ``treaty allies'' means nations with whom the
United States has entered into mutual defense treaties.
Subtitle C--Reports
SEC. 3521. <<NOTE: China.>> INDEPENDENT STUDY AND REPORT ON
SHANGHAI SHIPPING EXCHANGE.
(a) <<NOTE: Contracts. Assessment.>> Study.--Not later than one
year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of
Transportation shall enter into an agreement with an appropriate
independent entity to conduct a study and assessment of the business
practices of the Shanghai Shipping Exchange, including--
(1) any anticompetitive advantages benefitting the Shanghai
Shipping Exchange; and
(2) the ability of the Ministry of Transport of the People's
Republic of China and the Shanghai Shipping Exchange to
manipulate container freight markets through the Shanghai
Shipping Exchange.
(b) Elements.--In conducting the study and assessment under
subsection (a), the appropriate independent entity that enters into an
agreement under subsection (a) shall address the following:
(1) The influence of the government of the People's Republic
of China on the Shanghai Shipping Exchange.
(2) The effect of the business practices or influence of the
Shanghai Shipping Exchange on United States consumers and
businesses.
(3) Any other matters the Secretary or the appropriate
independent entity that enters into an agreement under
subsection (a) determines to be appropriate for the purposes of
the study.
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(c) Report.--
(1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date on
which the Secretary enters into an agreement under this section,
the appropriate independent entity shall submit to the
Secretary, the congressional defense committees, the Committee
on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Committee on
Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives, and the
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the
Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate a report containing
the results of the study conducted under subsection (a).
(2) <<NOTE: Web posting.>> Public availability.--The
Secretary shall publish the report required under paragraph (1)
on a publicly accessible website of the Department of
Transportation.
(d) Appropriate Independent Entity Defined.--In this section, the
term ``appropriate independent entity'' means--
(1) a federally funded research and development center
sponsored by a Federal agency;
(2) the Government Accountability Office; or
(3) an organization described in section 501(c) of the
Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and exempt from taxation under
section 501(a) of such Code.
SEC. 3522. STUDY ON TRANSPORTATION OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Study.--Not later than 1 year after the
date of enactment of this section, the Comptroller General of the United
States shall conduct a study on--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> the extent to which the
transportation of personal protective equipment for health care
was expedited during the period beginning on January 1, 2020,
and ending on December 31, 2022, as a response to the COVID-19
pandemic;
(2) how the transportation of such personal protective
equipment was expedited during such period through vessels and
ports onto trucks or rail;
(3) how relevant stakeholders, such as vessel operators,
ports, marine terminal operators, rail carriers, and motor
carriers, interacted during such period to transport personal
protective equipment;
(4) what role the Department of Transportation and other
relevant Federal agencies played to expedite the transportation
of personal protective equipment during such period;
(5) what authorities currently exist which allow for the
expedited transportation of personal protective equipment by
relevant Federal agencies that do not reduce or impact safety;
(6) methodologies to improve the coordination among relevant
Federal agencies to expedite the transportation of personal
protective equipment; and
(7) the impact, if any, that any expedition of essential
medical supplies had on the transportation of other goods.
(b) Report.--Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of
this section, the Comptroller General shall submit to the Committee on
Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a
report containing the findings of the study conducted under subsection
(a).
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Subtitle D--Other Matters
SEC. 3531. EXTENSION OF CERTAIN PROVISIONS RELATING TO TANKER
SECURITY FLEET PROGRAM.
(a) Operating Agreements.--Section 53404(a) of title 46, United
States Code, is amended by striking ``2035'' and inserting ``2040''.
(b) Payments.--Subsection (a) of section 53406 of title 46, United
States Code, is amended to read as follows:
``(a) Annual Payments.--
``(1) In general.--Subject to the availability of
appropriations and the other provisions of this section, the
Secretary shall pay to a program participant for an operating
agreement under this chapter, for each vessel that is covered by
the operating agreement, an amount equal to--
``(A) $8,160,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 and
2026;
``(B) $8,380,000 for each of fiscal years 2027 and
2028;
``(C) $8,606,000 for each of fiscal years 2029 and
2030;
``(D) $8,839,000 for each of fiscal years 2031 and
2032;
``(E) $9,078,000 for each of fiscal years 2033 and
2034;
``(F) $9,323,000 for each of fiscal years 2035 and
2036;
``(G) $9,574,000 for each of fiscal years 2037 and
2038; and
``(H) $9,833,000 for each of fiscal years 2039 and
2040.
``(2) Timing.--The amount payable to a program participant
under paragraph (1) for a fiscal year shall be paid in 12 equal
monthly installments at the end of each month during that fiscal
year. The amount payable for any fiscal year may not be reduced
except as provided by this section or section 51307(b).''.
(c) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 53411 of such title is
amended to read as follows:
``Sec. 53411. Authorization of appropriations
``There are authorized to be appropriated for payments under section
53406, amounts as follows, to remain available until expended:
``(1) $122,400,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 and 2026.
``(2) $167,600,000 for each of fiscal years 2027 and 2028.
``(3) $172,120,000 for each of fiscal years 2029 and 2030.
``(4) $176,780,000 for each of fiscal years 2031 and 2032.
``(5) $181,560,000 for each of fiscal years 2033 and 2034.
``(6) $186,460,000 for each of fiscal years 2035 and 2036.
``(7) $191,480,000 for each of fiscal years 2037 and 2038.
``(8) $196,660,000 for each of fiscal years 2039 and
2040.''.
SEC. 3532. REQUIREMENTS FOR PURCHASING FEDERALLY AUCTIONED
VESSELS.
(a) In General.--Chapter 571 of title 46, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following:
``Sec. 57112. <<NOTE: 46 USC 57112.>> Requirements for purchasing
federally auctioned vessels
``(a) In General.--To be eligible to purchase a covered vessel from
the Federal Government, a person shall provide proof of--
``(1) liability insurance for the operator of such covered
vessel;
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``(2) financial resources sufficient to cover maintenance
costs of such covered vessel; and
``(3) with respect to a covered vessel requiring
documentation under chapter 121, an admiralty bond or
stipulation.
``(b) Covered Vessel Defined.--In this section, the term `covered
vessel' means--
``(1) a government owned vessel disposed of in accordance
with this part and section 548 of title 40;
``(2) a vessel seized or forfeited pursuant to any law, and
auctioned by the Federal Government, including a vessel seized
or forfeited pursuant to section 7301 or 7302 of the Internal
Revenue Code of 1986; or
``(3) a fishing vessel seized or forfeited pursuant to
section 310 of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and
Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1860).''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The analysis for chapter 571 of title 46,
United States Code, <<NOTE: 46 USC prec. 57100.>> is amended by adding
at the end the following:
``57112. Requirements for purchasing federally auctioned vessels.''.
SEC. 3533. RECAPITALIZATION OF NATIONAL DEFENSE RESERVE FLEET.
Section 3546 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117-263; 46 U.S.C. 57100 note) is
amended--
(1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following
new subsection (a):
``(a) In General.--
``(1) Vessel construction.--Subject to the availability of
appropriations, the Secretary of Transportation, in consultation
with the Chief of Naval Operations and the Commandant of the
Coast Guard, shall complete the design of a sealift vessel for
the National Defense Reserve Fleet to allow for the construction
of such vessel to begin in fiscal year 2025.
``(2) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> Agreement with vessel
construction manager.--Notwithstanding section 8679 of title 10,
United States Code, and subject to the availability of
appropriations made specifically available for reimbursements to
the Ready Reserve Force, Maritime Administration account of the
Department of Transportation for programs, projects, activities,
and expenses related to the National Defense Reserve Fleet, the
Secretary of the Transportation, in consultation with the
Secretary of the Navy, shall seek to enter into an agreement
with an appropriate vessel construction manager under which the
vessel construction manager shall enter into a contract for the
construction of not more than ten such vessels in accordance
with this section.''; and
(2) in subsection (d), by striking ``The Secretary of the
Navy shall consult and coordinate with the Secretary of
Transportation'' and inserting ``The Secretary of Transportation
shall consult and coordinate with the Secretary of the Navy''.
SEC. 3534. ARMED FORCES MERCHANT MARINER OFFICER EXPEDITED
PREPARATION PROGRAM.
Section 51506 of title 46, United States Code, is amended--
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(1) in subsection (a)(2), by inserting before the semicolon
the following: ``, which shall include standards for a program
described in subsection (c)'';
(2) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and
(3) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new
subsection (c):
``(c) Armed Forces Merchant Mariner Officer Expedited Preparation
Program.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--A State maritime
academy may offer a program under which an eligible individual
may complete a merchant marine officer preparation program
approved by the Secretary, and the requirements for the issuance
of a license under section 7101 of this title, in less than 3
years, without a requirement to earn a baccalaureate or other
degree from the State maritime academy.
``(2) Eligible individuals.--For purposes of this
subsection, an eligible individual is an individual--
``(A) who is--
``(i) a person who served in the Armed Forces,
and who was discharged or released therefrom under
honorable conditions; or
``(ii) <<NOTE: Time period.>> a member of the
National Guard or Reserves who has performed at
least six years of service therein; and
``(B) who has earned a baccalaureate degree from an
institution of higher education (as defined in section
102 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C.
1002)).''.
SEC. 3535. TECHNICAL CLARIFICATIONS.
(a) Port Infrastructure Development Program.--Section 54301(a) of
title 46, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (6)--
(A) in subparagraph (A)(ii) by striking
``subparagraph (C)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (D)'';
(B) in subparagraph (B)(ii), by striking
``subparagraph (C)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (D)'';
and
(C) by redesignating the second subparagraph (C) as
subparagraph (D);
(2) in paragraph (10)--
(A) in subparagraph (B)(i) by striking ``ans'' and
inserting ``and''; and
(B) by striking subparagraph (C) and redesignating
subparagraph (D) as subparagraph (C); and
(3) in paragraph (12)(E) by striking ``and'' before
``commercial port''.
(b) Assistance for Small Shipyards.--Section 54101 of title 46,
United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (i).
(c) National Defense Reserve Fleet.--Section 57100 of title 46,
United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)(1) by striking ``section 902 of the
Merchant Marine Act, 1936 (46 App. U.S.C. 1242)'' and inserting
``chapter 563''; and
(2) in subsection (f)(2) by striking ``the such use'' and
inserting ``the use of such''.
(d) Maritime Workforce Working Group.--Section 3534(d)(1) of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
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Year 2024 (Public Law 118-31) <<NOTE: 137 Stat. 831.>> is amended by
striking ``section 3545(a)'' and inserting ``section 3542(a)''.
(e) Administration.--Section 15109 of title 46, United States Code,
is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)(2) by striking ``15102,'' and
inserting ``15102''; and
(2) in subsection (k)(1) by inserting ``or to which this
chapter applies'' after ``under this chapter''.
(f) Investigations.--Section 41302(a) of title 46, United States
Code, is amended by striking ``conduct agreement'' and inserting
``conduct, agreement''.
(g) Award of Reparations.--Section 41305(c) of title 46 is amended
by striking ``section subsection'' and inserting ``subsection''.
(h) National Shipper Advisory Committee.--Section 42502(c)(3) of
title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking ``(3)
Representation.--'' and all that follows through ``(A) Twelve members''
and inserting the following:
``(3) Representation.--Members of the Committee shall be
appointed as follows:
``(A) Twelve members''.
(i) Monetary Penalties or Refunds.--The analysis for chapter 411 of
title 46, United States Code, <<NOTE: 46 USC prec. 41101.>> is amended
by striking the item relating to section 41107 and inserting the
following:
``41107. Monetary penalties or refunds.''.
(j) Annual Report and Public Disclosure.--
(1) Conforming amendment.--The heading for section 46106 of
title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting ``and
public disclosure'' after ``report''.
(2) Clerical amendment.--The analysis for chapter 461 of
title 46, United States Code, <<NOTE: 46 USC prec. 46101.>> is
amended by striking the item relating to section 46106 and
inserting the following:
``46106. Annual report and public disclosure.''.
(k) <<NOTE: Repeal.>> Deepwater Port Act of 1974.--The Deepwater
Port Act of 1974 (33 U.S.C. 1501 et seq.) <<NOTE: 33 USC 1524.>> is
amended by repealing section 25.
(l) Maritime Environmental and Technical Assistance Program.--
Paragraph (2) of subsection (d) of section 50307 of title 46 U.S. Code
is amended to read as follows:
``(2) a public entity, including a Federal, State, regional,
or local government entity, including a special district;''.
SEC. 3536. BUY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS FOR SHIPYARD MODERNIZATION AND
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
Section 53733 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding
at the end the following:
``(f) <<NOTE: Applicability.>> Buy America.--Part I of subtitle A
of title IX of division G of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
(Public Law 117-58; 41 U.S.C. 8301 note) shall apply to any funds
obligated by the Administrator under this section.''.
SEC. 3537. NOMINATION OF MERCHANT MARINE CADETS IN EVENT OF DEATH,
RESIGNATION, OR EXPULSION FROM OFFICE OF
MEMBER OF CONGRESS OTHERWISE AUTHORIZED
TO NOMINATE.
(a) In General.--Chapter 513 of title 46, United States Code, is
amended by inserting after section 51302 the following new section:
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``Sec. 51302a. <<NOTE: 46 USC 51302a.>> Nomination in event of
death, resignation, or expulsion from office
of Senator otherwise authorized to nominate
``(a) Senators.--In the event a Senator does not submit nominations
for cadets for an academic year in accordance with section 51302(b)(1)
of this title due to death, resignation from office, or expulsion from
office, and the date of the swearing-in of the Senator's successor as
Senator occurs after the date of the deadline for submittal of
nominations for cadets for the academic year, the nominations for cadets
otherwise authorized to be made by the Senator pursuant to such section
shall be made instead by the other Senator from the State concerned.
``(b) Construction of Authority.--Any nomination for cadets made by
a Senator pursuant to this section is not a reallocation of a
nomination. Such nominations are made in lieu of a Senator not
submitting nominations for cadets for an academic year in accordance
with section 51302 of this title due to death, resignation from office,
or expulsion from office and the date of the swearing-in of the
Senator's successor occurs after the date of the deadline for submittal
of nominations for cadets for the academic year.''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of
chapter 513 of such title <<NOTE: 46 USC prec. 51301.>> is amended by
inserting after the item relating to section 51302 the following new
item:
``51302a. Nomination in event of death, resignation, or expulsion from
office of Senator otherwise authorized to nominate.''.
SEC. 3538. AMENDED LICENSE APPLICATIONS FOR CERTAIN DEEPWATER
PORTS FOR NATURAL GAS.
Section 5(i) of the Deepwater Port Act of 1974 (33 U.S.C. 1504(i))
is amended by adding at the end the following:
``(5) Decision on amended license applications.--
``(A) Definition of amended license application.--In
this paragraph, the term `amended license application'
means a license application for a deepwater port for
natural gas--
``(i) that was originally submitted to the
Secretary prior to the issuance of the
proclamation issued by the President on March 13,
2020, with respect to the Coronavirus Disease 2019
(COVID-19) pandemic; and
``(ii) with respect to which the applicant,
based on guidance offered by the Secretary, has
made subsequent revisions since the submission of
the initial license application and submitted such
revised application.
``(B) Expedited review and approval.--The Secretary
shall expedite the review and subsequent approval or
denial of amended license applications submitted
pursuant to this section that meet the eligibility
criteria described in subparagraph (C).
``(C) <<NOTE: Determinations.>> Eligibility
criteria.--To be eligible for review under this
paragraph, an amended license application shall meet the
following criteria:
``(i) The amended license application is for a
natural gas deepwater port facility.
``(ii) The Secretary had determined that the
project as specified in the initial license
application was not likely to have any significant
adverse environmental
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impact on species and habitat, consistent with law
including National Environmental Policy Act of
1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.).
``(iii) The Secretary has determined that the
results of the environmental review conducted for
the initial license application is still
applicable to the amended license application and
an additional environmental review is not
required.
``(iv) <<NOTE: Publication.>> The Secretary
had published an affirmative Record of Decision
for the initial license application.
``(D) <<NOTE: Approval.>> Deadline for decision.--
The Secretary shall approve or deny an amended license
application submitted pursuant to this paragraph by no
later than 270 consecutive days after the date on which
the Secretary determines that the amended license
application is complete and meets the requirements under
this section.''.
DIVISION D--FUNDING TABLES
SEC. 4001. AUTHORIZATION OF AMOUNTS IN FUNDING TABLES.
(a) In General.--Whenever a funding table in this division specifies
a dollar amount authorized for a project, program, or activity, the
obligation and expenditure of the specified dollar amount for the
project, program, or activity is hereby authorized, subject to the
availability of appropriations.
(b) Merit-based Decisions.--A decision to commit, obligate, or
expend funds with or to a specific entity on the basis of a dollar
amount authorized pursuant to subsection (a) shall--
(1) be based on merit-based selection procedures in
accordance with the requirements of sections 3201 and 4024 of
title 10, United States Code, or on competitive procedures; and
(2) <<NOTE: Compliance.>> comply with other applicable
provisions of law.
(c) Relationship to Transfer and Programming Authority.--An amount
specified in the funding tables in this division may be transferred or
reprogrammed under a transfer or reprogramming authority provided by
another provision of this Act or by other law. The transfer or
reprogramming of an amount specified in such funding tables shall not
count against a ceiling on such transfers or reprogrammings under
section 1001 of this Act or any other provision of law, unless such
transfer or reprogramming would move funds between appropriation
accounts.
(d) Applicability to Classified Annex.--This section applies to any
classified annex that accompanies this Act.
(e) Oral or Written Communications.--No oral or written
communication concerning any amount specified in the funding tables in
this division shall supersede the requirements of this section.
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TITLE XLI--PROCUREMENT
SEC. 4101. PROCUREMENT.
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SEC. 4101. PROCUREMENT (In Thousands of Dollars)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
FY 2025 Conference
Line Item Request Authorized
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AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT,
ARMY
FIXED WING
002 FUTURE UAS FAMILY.... 149,059 149,059
003 SMALL UNMANNED 69,573 69,573
AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS.
ROTARY
004 AH-64 APACHE BLOCK 570,655 570,655
IIIA REMAN.
006 UH-60 BLACKHAWK M 709,054 709,054
MODEL (MYP).
007 UH-60 BLACKHAWK M 58,170 58,170
MODEL (MYP) AP.
009 CH-47 HELICOPTER..... 699,698 699,698
MODIFICATION OF
AIRCRAFT
012 MQ-1 PAYLOAD......... 14,086 14,086
013 GRAY EAGLE MODS2..... 23,865 23,865
015 AH-64 MODS........... 81,026 88,826
AH-64E Apache [7,800]
Improved Tail
Rotor Blade
(ITRB)
acceleration--Arm
y UFR.
016 CH-47 CARGO 15,825 15,825
HELICOPTER MODS
(MYP).
017 UTILITY HELICOPTER 34,565 44,565
MODS.
UH-72A Lakota [10,000]
lifecycle
sustainment and
modernization.
018 NETWORK AND MISSION 49,862 49,862
PLAN.
019 COMMS, NAV 61,362 61,362
SURVEILLANCE.
020 DEGRADED VISUAL 3,839 3,839
ENVIRONMENT.
021 AVIATION ASSURED PNT. 69,161 69,161
022 GATM ROLLUP.......... 4,842 4,842
023 UAS MODS............. 2,265 2,265
GROUND SUPPORT
AVIONICS
024 AIRCRAFT 139,331 139,331
SURVIVABILITY
EQUIPMENT.
026 CMWS................. 51,646 51,646
027 COMMON INFRARED 257,854 257,854
COUNTERMEASURES
(CIRCM).
OTHER SUPPORT
028 COMMON GROUND 31,181 31,181
EQUIPMENT.
029 AIRCREW INTEGRATED 14,478 14,478
SYSTEMS.
030 AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL.. 27,428 27,428
031 LAUNCHER, 2.75 ROCKET 3,815 3,815
032 LAUNCHER GUIDED 21,543 21,543
MISSILE: LONGBOW
HELLFIRE XM2.
TOTAL AIRCRAFT 3,164,183 3,181,983
PROCUREMENT,
ARMY.
MISSILE PROCUREMENT,
ARMY
SURFACE-TO-AIR
MISSILE SYSTEM
001 LOWER TIER AIR AND 516,838 516,838
MISSILE DEFENSE
(AMD) SEN.
003 M-SHORAD--PROCUREMENT 69,091 69,091
004 MSE MISSILE.......... 963,060 963,060
006 PRECISION STRIKE 482,536 596,536
MISSILE (PRSM).
F25 PrSM Inc 1 [114,000]
production
increase (+70)--
Army UFR.
007 PRECISION STRIKE 10,030 10,030
MISSILE (PRSM) AP.
008 INDIRECT FIRE 657,581 603,477
PROTECTION
CAPABILITY INC 2-I.
IDDS-A integrated [-54,104]
logistics support
unjustified.
009 MID-RANGE CAPABILITY 233,037 233,037
(MRC).
010 COUNTER SMALL 117,424 302,261
UNMANNED AERIAL
SYSTEM INTERCEP.
Army UPL #1--cUAS [184,837]
AIR-TO-SURFACE
MISSILE SYSTEM
012 JOINT AIR-TO-GROUND 47,582 47,582
MSLS (JAGM).
013 LONG-RANGE HYPERSONIC 744,178 691,919
WEAPON.
Early to need: [-52,259]
Support costs.
ANTI-TANK/ASSAULT
MISSILE SYS
014 JAVELIN (AAWS-M) 326,120 274,037
SYSTEM SUMMARY.
Forward funded in [-48,083]
FY24 Supplemental.
Initial Spares [-4,000]
Cost Growth.
015 TOW 2 SYSTEM SUMMARY. 121,448 105,295
Unit cost [-16,153]
increases.
016 GUIDED MLRS ROCKET 1,168,264 1,168,264
(GMLRS).
017 GUIDED MLRS ROCKET 51,511 51,511
(GMLRS) AP.
018 MLRS REDUCED RANGE 30,230 30,230
PRACTICE ROCKETS
(RRPR).
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019 HIGH MOBILITY 79,387 79,387
ARTILLERY ROCKET
SYSTEM (HIMARS.
020 ARMY TACTICAL MSL SYS 3,280 3,280
(ATACMS)--SYS SUM.
022 FAMILY OF LOW 120,599 120,599
ALTITUDE UNMANNED
SYSTEMS.
MODIFICATIONS
023 PATRIOT MODS......... 171,958 338,958
Additional [167,000]
Patriot launcher.
024 STINGER MODS......... 75,146 166,146
Stinger--Army UFR [91,000]
025 AVENGER MODS......... 2,321 2,321
027 MLRS MODS............ 185,839 185,839
028 HIMARS MODIFICATIONS. 49,581 49,581
SPARES AND REPAIR
PARTS
029 SPARES AND REPAIR 6,695 6,695
PARTS.
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT &
FACILITIES
030 AIR DEFENSE TARGETS.. 12,034 12,034
TOTAL MISSILE 6,245,770 6,628,008
PROCUREMENT,
ARMY.
PROCUREMENT OF
WEAPONS AND TRACKED
COMBAT VEHICLES,
ARMY
TRACKED COMBAT
VEHICLES
001 ARMORED MULTI PURPOSE 515,344 515,344
VEHICLE (AMPV).
002 ASSAULT BREACHER 5,681 5,681
VEHICLE (ABV).
003 M10 BOOKER........... 460,637 460,637
MODIFICATION OF
TRACKED COMBAT
VEHICLES
004 STRYKER (MOD)........ 52,471 52,471
005 STRYKER UPGRADE...... 402,840 402,840
006 BRADLEY FIRE SUPPORT 7,255 7,255
TEAM (BFIST) VEHICLE.
007 BRADLEY PROGRAM (MOD) 106,937 106,937
008 M109 FOV 42,574 42,574
MODIFICATIONS.
009 PALADIN INTEGRATED 417,741 419,741
MANAGEMENT (PIM).
Paladin [2,000]
Integrated
Management.
010 IMPROVED RECOVERY 151,657 141,657
VEHICLE (M88
HERCULES).
Program delays... [-10,000]
011 JOINT ASSAULT BRIDGE. 174,779 174,779
012 ABRAMS UPGRADE 773,745 848,745
PROGRAM.
Abrams Upgrade... [75,000]
WEAPONS & OTHER
COMBAT VEHICLES
014 PERSONAL DEFENSE 4,869 4,869
WEAPON (ROLL).
015 M240 MEDIUM MACHINE 3 3
GUN (7.62MM).
017 MACHINE GUN, CAL .50 3 3
M2 ROLL.
018 MORTAR SYSTEMS....... 8,353 8,353
019 LOCATION & AZIMUTH 2,543 2,543
DETERMINATION SYSTEM
(LADS.
020 XM320 GRENADE 17,747 17,747
LAUNCHER MODULE
(GLM).
021 PRECISION SNIPER 5,910 5,910
RIFLE.
022 CARBINE.............. 3 3
023 NEXT GENERATION SQUAD 367,292 367,292
WEAPON.
024 HANDGUN.............. 34 34
MOD OF WEAPONS AND
OTHER COMBAT VEH
025 MK-19 GRENADE MACHINE 5,531 5,531
GUN MODS.
026 M777 MODS............ 25,998 25,998
029 M119 MODIFICATIONS... 12,823 12,823
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT &
FACILITIES
031 ITEMS LESS THAN $5.0M 1,031 1,031
(WOCV-WTCV).
032 PRODUCTION BASE 135,591 135,591
SUPPORT (WOCV-WTCV).
TOTAL 3,699,392 3,766,392
PROCUREMENT OF
WEAPONS AND
TRACKED COMBAT
VEHICLES, ARMY.
PROCUREMENT OF
AMMUNITION, ARMY
SMALL/MEDIUM CAL
AMMUNITION
001 CTG, 5.56MM, ALL 84,090 84,090
TYPES.
002 CTG, 7.62MM, ALL 41,519 56,519
TYPES.
Program increase. [15,000]
003 NEXT GENERATION SQUAD 205,889 205,889
WEAPON AMMUNITION.
004 CTG, HANDGUN, ALL 6,461 8,961
TYPES.
Program increase. [2,500]
005 CTG, .50 CAL, ALL 50,002 60,002
TYPES.
Program increase. [10,000]
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006 CTG, 20MM, ALL TYPES. 7,012 7,012
007 CTG, 25MM, ALL TYPES. 24,246 24,246
008 CTG, 30MM, ALL TYPES. 82,965 72,622
Unjustified unit [-10,343]
cost increases.
009 CTG, 40MM, ALL TYPES. 150,540 150,540
010 CTG, 50MM, ALL TYPES. 20,006 20,006
MORTAR AMMUNITION
011 60MM MORTAR, ALL 40,853 37,853
TYPES.
Excessive unit [-3,000]
cost growth.
012 81MM MORTAR, ALL 51,282 51,282
TYPES.
013 120MM MORTAR, ALL 109,370 109,370
TYPES.
TANK AMMUNITION
014 CARTRIDGES, TANK, 378,191 378,191
105MM AND 120MM, ALL
TYPES.
ARTILLERY AMMUNITION
015 ARTILLERY CARTRIDGES, 22,957 22,957
75MM & 105MM, ALL
TYPES.
016 ARTILLERY PROJECTILE, 171,657 171,657
155MM, ALL TYPES.
017 PRECISION ARTILLERY 71,426 71,426
MUNITIONS.
018 ARTILLERY 160,479 155,365
PROPELLANTS, FUZES
AND PRIMERS, ALL.
Excess growth: [-5,114]
Precision
guidance kit.
MINES
019 MINES & CLEARING 56,032 56,032
CHARGES, ALL TYPES.
020 CLOSE TERRAIN SHAPING 15,303 15,303
OBSTACLE.
021 MINE, AT, VOLCANO, 501 501
ALL TYPES.
ROCKETS
022 SHOULDER LAUNCHED 833 833
MUNITIONS, ALL TYPES.
023 ROCKET, HYDRA 70, ALL 34,302 34,302
TYPES.
OTHER AMMUNITION
024 CAD/PAD, ALL TYPES... 6,571 6,571
025 DEMOLITION MUNITIONS, 21,682 21,682
ALL TYPES.
026 GRENADES, ALL TYPES.. 32,623 32,623
027 SIGNALS, ALL TYPES... 21,510 21,510
028 SIMULATORS, ALL TYPES 12,168 12,168
MISCELLANEOUS
030 AMMO COMPONENTS, ALL 4,085 4,085
TYPES.
032 ITEMS LESS THAN $5 16,074 16,074
MILLION (AMMO).
033 AMMUNITION PECULIAR 3,283 3,283
EQUIPMENT.
034 FIRST DESTINATION 18,677 18,677
TRANSPORTATION
(AMMO).
035 CLOSEOUT LIABILITIES. 102 102
PRODUCTION BASE
SUPPORT
036 INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES 640,160 640,160
037 CONVENTIONAL 135,649 132,749
MUNITIONS
DEMILITARIZATION.
Excessive Demil.. [-2,900]
038 ARMS INITIATIVE...... 4,140 4,140
TOTAL 2,702,640 2,708,783
PROCUREMENT OF
AMMUNITION, ARMY.
OTHER PROCUREMENT,
ARMY
TACTICAL VEHICLES
001 SEMITRAILERS, 26,132 26,132
FLATBED:.
002 SEMITRAILERS, TANKERS 59,602 59,602
003 HI MOB MULTI-PURP 5,265 5,265
WHLD VEH (HMMWV).
004 GROUND MOBILITY 34,407 46,607
VEHICLES (GMV).
Infantry squad [12,200]
vehicles.
006 JOINT LIGHT TACTICAL 653,223 533,879
VEHICLE FAMILY OF
VEHICL.
Program decrease. [-119,344]
007 TRUCK, DUMP, 20T 19,086 34,086
(CCE).
Heavy Dump Truck. [15,000]
008 FAMILY OF MEDIUM 133,924 133,924
TACTICAL VEH (FMTV).
009 FAMILY OF COLD 72,760 72,760
WEATHER ALL-TERRAIN
VEHICLE (C.
010 FIRETRUCKS & 36,726 36,726
ASSOCIATED
FIREFIGHTING EQUIP.
011 FAMILY OF HEAVY 98,906 98,906
TACTICAL VEHICLES
(FHTV).
012 PLS ESP.............. 80,256 80,256
013 HVY EXPANDED MOBILE 949 949
TACTICAL TRUCK EXT
SERV.
014 TACTICAL WHEELED 2,747 2,747
VEHICLE PROTECTION
KITS.
015 MODIFICATION OF IN 169,726 219,726
SVC EQUIP.
HMMWV ABS/ESC.... [50,000]
NON-TACTICAL VEHICLES
016 PASSENGER CARRYING 3,875 3,875
VEHICLES.
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017 NONTACTICAL VEHICLES, 10,792 10,792
OTHER.
COMM--JOINT
COMMUNICATIONS
018 SIGNAL MODERNIZATION 127,479 127,479
PROGRAM.
019 TACTICAL NETWORK 280,798 280,798
TECHNOLOGY MOD IN
SVC.
021 JCSE EQUIPMENT 5,504 5,504
(USRDECOM).
COMM--SATELLITE
COMMUNICATIONS
024 DEFENSE ENTERPRISE 87,058 87,058
WIDEBAND SATCOM
SYSTEMS.
025 TRANSPORTABLE 34,939 34,939
TACTICAL COMMAND
COMMUNICATIONS.
026 SHF TERM............. 43,897 43,897
027 ASSURED POSITIONING, 235,272 235,272
NAVIGATION AND
TIMING.
028 EHF SATELLITE 16,028 16,028
COMMUNICATION.
030 GLOBAL BRDCST SVC-- 534 534
GBS.
COMM--C3 SYSTEM
032 COE TACTICAL SERVER 61,772 61,772
INFRASTRUCTURE (TSI).
COMM--COMBAT
COMMUNICATIONS
033 HANDHELD MANPACK 704,118 684,618
SMALL FORM FIT (HMS).
Program decrease. [-19,500]
034 ARMY LINK 16 SYSTEMS. 104,320 104,320
036 UNIFIED COMMAND SUITE 20,445 20,445
037 COTS COMMUNICATIONS 489,754 489,754
EQUIPMENT.
039 ARMY COMMUNICATIONS & 60,611 60,611
ELECTRONICS.
COMM--INTELLIGENCE
COMM
040 CI AUTOMATION 15,512 15,512
ARCHITECTURE-INTEL.
042 MULTI-DOMAIN 163,077 163,077
INTELLIGENCE.
INFORMATION SECURITY
043 INFORMATION SYSTEM 337 337
SECURITY PROGRAM-
ISSP.
044 COMMUNICATIONS 157,400 157,400
SECURITY (COMSEC).
047 BIOMETRIC ENABLING 45 45
CAPABILITY (BEC).
COMM--LONG HAUL
COMMUNICATIONS
049 BASE SUPPORT 26,446 26,446
COMMUNICATIONS.
COMM--BASE
COMMUNICATIONS
050 INFORMATION SYSTEMS.. 75,505 60,505
Execution delays. [-15,000]
051 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 15,956 15,956
MODERNIZATION
PROGRAM.
052 INSTALLATION INFO 150,779 150,779
INFRASTRUCTURE MOD
PROGRAM.
ELECT EQUIP--TACT INT
REL ACT (TIARA)
056 JTT/CIBS-M........... 9,221 9,221
057 TERRESTRIAL LAYER 96,925 88,412
SYSTEMS (TLS).
Terrestrial Layer [-8,513]
System Brigade
Combat Team
realignment.
059 DCGS-A-INTEL......... 4,122 4,122
061 TROJAN............... 39,344 39,344
062 MOD OF IN-SVC EQUIP 6,541 13,541
(INTEL SPT).
Prophet Enhanced [7,000]
Signals
Processing kits.
063 CI AND HUMINT 3,899 3,899
INTELLIGENCE
(HUMINT) CAPABILIT.
064 BIOMETRIC TACTICAL 2,089 2,089
COLLECTION DEVICES.
ELECT EQUIP--
ELECTRONIC WARFARE
(EW)
065 EW PLANNING & 26,327 5,049
MANAGEMENT TOOLS
(EWPMT).
Award [-21,278]
cancellation.
066 AIR VIGILANCE (AV)... 9,956 9,956
067 MULTI-FUNCTION 17,004 17,004
ELECTRONIC WARFARE
(MFEW) SYST.
068 FAMILY OF PERSISTENT 13,225 13,225
SURVEILLANCE CAP..
069 COUNTERINTELLIGENCE/ 20,951 20,951
SECURITY
COUNTERMEASURES.
070 CI MODERNIZATION..... 260 260
ELECT EQUIP--TACTICAL
SURV. (TAC SURV)
071 SENTINEL MODS........ 180,253 180,253
072 NIGHT VISION DEVICES. 377,443 367,443
Integrated Visual [-10,000]
Augmentation
System.
073 SMALL TACTICAL 10,864 10,864
OPTICAL RIFLE
MOUNTED MLRF.
074 INDIRECT FIRE 63,122 63,122
PROTECTION FAMILY OF
SYSTEMS.
075 FAMILY OF WEAPON 207,352 164,980
SIGHTS (FWS).
Program [-42,372]
termination: FWS-
CS.
076 ENHANCED PORTABLE 2,971 2,971
INDUCTIVE ARTILLERY
FUZE SE.
077 FORWARD LOOKING 68,504 68,504
INFRARED (IFLIR).
078 COUNTER SMALL 280,086 280,086
UNMANNED AERIAL
SYSTEM (C-SUAS).
079 JOINT BATTLE COMMAND-- 184,610 174,110
PLATFORM (JBC-P).
Program decrease. [-10,500]
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080 JOINT EFFECTS 9,345 9,345
TARGETING SYSTEM
(JETS).
081 COMPUTER BALLISTICS: 2,966 2,966
LHMBC XM32.
082 MORTAR FIRE CONTROL 4,660 4,660
SYSTEM.
083 MORTAR FIRE CONTROL 6,098 6,098
SYSTEMS
MODIFICATIONS.
084 COUNTERFIRE RADARS... 21,250 21,250
ELECT EQUIP--TACTICAL
C2 SYSTEMS
085 ARMY COMMAND POST 20,039 15,039
INTEGRATED
INFRASTRUCTURE (.
Carryover........ [-5,000]
086 FIRE SUPPORT C2 16,240 16,240
FAMILY.
087 AIR & MSL DEFENSE 80,011 80,011
PLANNING & CONTROL
SYS.
088 IAMD BATTLE COMMAND 403,028 403,028
SYSTEM.
089 AIAMD FAMILY OF 2,756 2,756
SYSTEMS (FOS)
COMPONENTS.
090 LIFE CYCLE SOFTWARE 5,360 5,360
SUPPORT (LCSS).
091 NETWORK MANAGEMENT 48,994 48,994
INITIALIZATION AND
SERVICE.
092 GLOBAL COMBAT SUPPORT 4,103 4,103
SYSTEM-ARMY (GCSS-A).
093 INTEGRATED PERSONNEL 6,512 6,512
AND PAY SYSTEM-ARMY
(IPP.
094 MOD OF IN-SVC 5,017 5,017
EQUIPMENT (ENFIRE).
ELECT EQUIP--
AUTOMATION
095 ARMY TRAINING 10,065 10,065
MODERNIZATION.
096 AUTOMATED DATA 78,613 78,613
PROCESSING EQUIP.
097 ACCESSIONS 1,303 1,303
INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENT (AIE).
099 HIGH PERF COMPUTING 76,327 76,327
MOD PGM (HPCMP).
100 CONTRACT WRITING 1,667 1,667
SYSTEM.
101 CSS COMMUNICATIONS... 60,850 60,850
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
102A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS.. 1,817 1,817
CHEMICAL DEFENSIVE
EQUIPMENT
104 BASE DEFENSE SYSTEMS 32,879 32,879
(BDS).
105 CBRN DEFENSE......... 57,408 57,408
BRIDGING EQUIPMENT
107 TACTICAL BRIDGE, 97,231 97,231
FLOAT-RIBBON.
ENGINEER (NON-
CONSTRUCTION)
EQUIPMENT
111 ROBOTICS AND APPLIQUE 62,469 66,469
SYSTEMS.
Silent Tactical [4,000]
Energy Enhanced
Dismount (STEED).
112 RENDER SAFE SETS KITS 16,440 16,440
OUTFITS.
113 FAMILY OF BOATS AND 1,922 1,922
MOTORS.
COMBAT SERVICE
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
114 HEATERS AND ECU'S.... 14,355 14,355
115 PERSONNEL RECOVERY 6,503 6,503
SUPPORT SYSTEM
(PRSS).
116 GROUND SOLDIER SYSTEM 141,613 141,613
117 MOBILE SOLDIER POWER. 23,129 23,129
118 FORCE PROVIDER....... 9,569 9,569
119 CARGO AERIAL DEL & 46,312 46,312
PERSONNEL PARACHUTE
SYSTEM.
120 FAMILY OF ENGR COMBAT 9,217 9,217
AND CONSTRUCTION
SETS.
PETROLEUM EQUIPMENT
122 QUALITY SURVEILLANCE 2,879 2,879
EQUIPMENT.
123 DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS, 57,050 57,050
PETROLEUM & WATER.
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
124 COMBAT SUPPORT 72,157 72,157
MEDICAL.
MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT
125 MOBILE MAINTENANCE 26,271 26,271
EQUIPMENT SYSTEMS.
CONSTRUCTION
EQUIPMENT
127 ALL TERRAIN CRANES... 114 10,114
Family of All [10,000]
Terrain Cranes
Type I.
128 HIGH MOBILITY 31,663 31,663
ENGINEER EXCAVATOR
(HMEE).
130 CONST EQUIP ESP...... 8,925 8,925
RAIL FLOAT
CONTAINERIZATION
EQUIPMENT
131 ARMY WATERCRAFT ESP.. 55,459 55,459
132 MANEUVER SUPPORT 66,634 66,634
VESSEL (MSV).
133 ITEMS LESS THAN $5.0M 20,036 20,036
(FLOAT/RAIL).
GENERATORS
134 GENERATORS AND 81,540 81,540
ASSOCIATED EQUIP.
135 TACTICAL ELECTRIC 12,051 12,051
POWER
RECAPITALIZATION.
MATERIAL HANDLING
EQUIPMENT
136 FAMILY OF FORKLIFTS.. 7,849 7,849
TRAINING EQUIPMENT
137 COMBAT TRAINING 40,686 40,686
CENTERS SUPPORT.
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138 TRAINING DEVICES, 174,890 174,890
NONSYSTEM.
139 SYNTHETIC TRAINING 218,183 207,747
ENVIRONMENT (STE).
Synthetic [-10,436]
Training
Environment.
140 GAMING TECHNOLOGY IN 10,172 10,172
SUPPORT OF ARMY
TRAINING.
TEST MEASURE AND DIG
EQUIPMENT (TMD)
141 INTEGRATED FAMILY OF 48,329 48,329
TEST EQUIPMENT
(IFTE).
142 TEST EQUIPMENT 46,128 46,128
MODERNIZATION
(TEMOD).
OTHER SUPPORT
EQUIPMENT
143 PHYSICAL SECURITY 138,459 138,459
SYSTEMS (OPA3).
144 BASE LEVEL COMMON 29,968 29,968
EQUIPMENT.
145 MODIFICATION OF IN- 42,487 42,487
SVC EQUIPMENT (OPA-
3).
146 BUILDING, PRE-FAB, 26,980 26,980
RELOCATABLE.
147 SPECIAL EQUIPMENT FOR 90,705 90,705
TEST AND EVALUATION.
OPA2
149 INITIAL SPARES--C&E.. 9,810 9,810
TOTAL OTHER 8,616,524 8,452,781
PROCUREMENT,
ARMY.
AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT,
NAVY
COMBAT AIRCRAFT
001 F/A-18E/F (FIGHTER) 28,554 28,554
HORNET.
002 JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER 1,895,033 1,847,872
CV.
Excess cost [-47,161]
growth.
003 JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER 196,634 196,634
CV AP.
004 JSF STOVL............ 2,078,225 2,018,480
Excess cost [-59,745]
growth.
005 JSF STOVL AP......... 169,389 169,389
006 CH-53K (HEAVY LIFT).. 2,068,657 2,068,657
007 CH-53K (HEAVY LIFT) 422,972 422,972
AP.
008 V-22 (MEDIUM LIFT)... 60,175 60,175
009 H-1 UPGRADES (UH-1Y/ 8,701 8,701
AH-1Z).
010 P-8A POSEIDON........ 12,424 12,424
011 E-2D ADV HAWKEYE..... 197,669 102,522
Production line [-95,147]
shutdown early to
need.
TRAINER AIRCRAFT
012 MULTI-ENGINE TRAINING 301,303 301,303
SYSTEM (METS).
OTHER AIRCRAFT
014 KC-130J.............. 33,406 233,406
USN Reserve KC- [200,000]
130J
recapitalization
program.
016 MQ-4 TRITON.......... 159,226 159,226
020 MQ-25................ 501,683 501,683
021 MQ-25 AP............. 51,344 51,344
022 MARINE GROUP 5 UAS... 19,081 19,081
MODIFICATION OF
AIRCRAFT
023 F-18 A-D UNIQUE...... 92,765 92,765
024 F-18E/F AND EA-18G 566,727 566,727
MODERNIZATION AND
SUSTAINM.
025 MARINE GROUP 5 UAS 112,672 112,672
SERIES.
026 AEA SYSTEMS.......... 17,460 17,460
027 AV-8 SERIES.......... 3,584 3,584
028 INFRARED SEARCH AND 146,876 146,876
TRACK (IRST).
029 ADVERSARY............ 49,724 49,724
030 F-18 SERIES.......... 680,613 667,373
Avionics [-7,882]
obsolescence
excess growth.
HDVR 8-Kit unit [-5,358]
cost growth.
031 H-53 SERIES.......... 107,247 102,939
Other support [-4,308]
costs excess
growth.
032 MH-60 SERIES......... 108,072 108,072
033 H-1 SERIES........... 153,006 153,006
035 E-2 SERIES........... 148,060 148,060
036 TRAINER A/C SERIES... 12,415 12,415
037 C-130 SERIES......... 188,119 188,119
038 FEWSG................ 663 663
039 CARGO/TRANSPORT A/C 13,162 13,162
SERIES.
040 E-6 SERIES........... 142,368 142,368
041 EXECUTIVE HELICOPTERS 69,495 69,495
SERIES.
042 T-45 SERIES.......... 158,800 158,800
043 POWER PLANT CHANGES.. 16,806 16,806
044 JPATS SERIES......... 24,157 24,157
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045 AVIATION LIFE SUPPORT 3,964 3,964
MODS.
046 COMMON ECM EQUIPMENT. 52,791 52,791
047 COMMON AVIONICS 139,113 139,113
CHANGES.
048 COMMON DEFENSIVE 10,687 10,687
WEAPON SYSTEM.
049 ID SYSTEMS........... 7,020 7,020
050 P-8 SERIES........... 307,202 307,202
051 MAGTF EW FOR AVIATION 25,597 25,597
053 V-22 (TILT/ROTOR 235,062 295,062
ACFT) OSPREY.
Safety [60,000]
Enhancements.
054 NEXT GENERATION 453,226 453,226
JAMMER (NGJ).
055 F-35 STOVL SERIES.... 282,987 257,073
Early to need.... [-25,914]
056 F-35 CV SERIES....... 183,924 165,105
Early to need.... [-18,819]
057 QRC.................. 26,957 26,957
058 MQ-4 SERIES.......... 122,044 88,098
Installation [-33,946]
costs excess
growth.
AIRCRAFT SPARES AND
REPAIR PARTS
063 SPARES AND REPAIR 2,094,242 2,094,242
PARTS.
AIRCRAFT SUPPORT
EQUIP & FACILITIES
064 COMMON GROUND 572,806 572,806
EQUIPMENT.
065 AIRCRAFT INDUSTRIAL 105,634 105,634
FACILITIES.
066 WAR CONSUMABLES...... 43,604 43,604
067 OTHER PRODUCTION 73,307 73,307
CHARGES.
068 SPECIAL SUPPORT 456,816 456,816
EQUIPMENT.
TOTAL AIRCRAFT 16,214,250 16,175,970
PROCUREMENT,
NAVY.
WEAPONS PROCUREMENT,
NAVY
MODIFICATION OF
MISSILES
002 TRIDENT II MODS...... 1,793,867 1,793,867
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT &
FACILITIES
003 MISSILE INDUSTRIAL 8,133 8,133
FACILITIES.
STRATEGIC MISSILES
004 TOMAHAWK............. 32,677 32,677
TACTICAL MISSILES
005 AMRAAM............... 279,626 279,626
006 SIDEWINDER........... 86,023 86,023
007 STANDARD MISSILE..... 627,386 627,386
008 STANDARD MISSILE AP.. 127,830 127,830
009 SMALL DIAMETER BOMB 76,108 76,108
II.
010 RAM.................. 141,021 141,021
011 JOINT AIR GROUND 76,838 76,838
MISSILE (JAGM).
013 AERIAL TARGETS....... 182,463 182,463
014 OTHER MISSILE SUPPORT 3,411 3,411
015 LRASM................ 326,435 326,435
016 NAVAL STRIKE MISSILE 24,882 90,982
(NSM).
NSM production [66,100]
increase (+21).
017 NAVAL STRIKE MISSILE 4,412 4,412
(NSM) AP.
MODIFICATION OF
MISSILES
018 TOMAHAWK MODS........ 317,839 317,839
019 ESSM................. 652,391 634,391
Program delay.... [-18,000]
020 AARGM-ER............. 213,988 213,988
021 AARGM-ER AP.......... 34,604 34,604
022 STANDARD MISSILES 75,667 72,042
MODS.
Carryover........ [-3,625]
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT &
FACILITIES
023 WEAPONS INDUSTRIAL 1,490 1,490
FACILITIES.
ORDNANCE SUPPORT
EQUIPMENT
026 ORDNANCE SUPPORT 351,488 351,488
EQUIPMENT.
TORPEDOES AND RELATED
EQUIP
027 SSTD................. 4,317 4,317
028 MK-48 TORPEDO........ 333,147 333,147
029 ASW TARGETS.......... 30,476 30,476
MOD OF TORPEDOES AND
RELATED EQUIP
030 MK-54 TORPEDO MODS... 106,249 156,249
Mk54 production [50,000]
increase.
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031 MK-48 TORPEDO ADCAP 17,363 17,363
MODS.
032 MARITIME MINES....... 100,065 100,065
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
033 TORPEDO SUPPORT 151,809 151,809
EQUIPMENT.
034 ASW RANGE SUPPORT.... 4,039 4,039
DESTINATION
TRANSPORTATION
035 FIRST DESTINATION 5,669 5,669
TRANSPORTATION.
GUNS AND GUN MOUNTS
036 SMALL ARMS AND 12,513 12,513
WEAPONS.
MODIFICATION OF GUNS
AND GUN MOUNTS
037 CIWS MODS............ 4,266 4,266
038 COAST GUARD WEAPONS.. 54,794 54,794
039 GUN MOUNT MODS....... 82,246 82,246
040 LCS MODULE WEAPONS... 2,463 2,463
041 AIRBORNE MINE 11,635 11,635
NEUTRALIZATION
SYSTEMS.
SPARES AND REPAIR
PARTS
043 SPARES AND REPAIR 240,697 240,697
PARTS.
TOTAL WEAPONS 6,600,327 6,694,802
PROCUREMENT,
NAVY.
PROCUREMENT OF
AMMUNITION, NAVY AND
MARINE CORPS
NAVY AMMUNITION
001 GENERAL PURPOSE BOMBS 33,161 33,161
002 JDAM................. 75,134 73,109
Excess to need... [-2,025]
003 AIRBORNE ROCKETS, ALL 58,197 58,197
TYPES.
004 MACHINE GUN 12,501 12,501
AMMUNITION.
005 PRACTICE BOMBS....... 56,745 52,237
Q1300 LGTR unit [-4,508]
cost growth.
006 CARTRIDGES & CART 73,782 73,782
ACTUATED DEVICES.
007 AIR EXPENDABLE 75,416 75,416
COUNTERMEASURES.
008 JATOS................ 7,407 7,407
009 5 INCH/54 GUN 29,990 23,990
AMMUNITION.
Underexecution... [-6,000]
010 INTERMEDIATE CALIBER 40,089 40,089
GUN AMMUNITION.
011 OTHER SHIP GUN 41,223 41,223
AMMUNITION.
012 SMALL ARMS & LANDING 47,269 47,269
PARTY AMMO.
013 PYROTECHNIC AND 9,703 9,703
DEMOLITION.
015 AMMUNITION LESS THAN 1,703 1,703
$5 MILLION.
016 EXPEDITIONARY 588,005 527,255
LOITERING MUNITIONS.
Contract [-60,750]
execution.
MARINE CORPS
AMMUNITION
017 MORTARS.............. 127,726 127,726
018 DIRECT SUPPORT 43,769 41,889
MUNITIONS.
Excess to need... [-1,880]
019 INFANTRY WEAPONS 266,277 266,277
AMMUNITION.
020 COMBAT SUPPORT 21,726 21,726
MUNITIONS.
021 AMMO MODERNIZATION... 18,211 18,211
022 ARTILLERY MUNITIONS.. 114,684 114,684
023 ITEMS LESS THAN $5 5,165 5,165
MILLION.
TOTAL 1,747,883 1,672,720
PROCUREMENT OF
AMMUNITION, NAVY
AND MARINE CORPS.
SHIPBUILDING AND
CONVERSION, NAVY
FLEET BALLISTIC
MISSILE SHIPS
001 COLUMBIA CLASS 3,341,235 3,341,235
SUBMARINE.
002 COLUMBIA CLASS 6,215,939 6,215,939
SUBMARINE AP.
OTHER WARSHIPS
003 CARRIER REPLACEMENT 1,186,873 1,123,124
PROGRAM.
Rephasing of [-63,749]
incremental
funding.
004 CVN-81............... 721,045 721,045
005 VIRGINIA CLASS 3,615,904 3,972,904
SUBMARINE.
Program increase: [357,000]
Submarine class
material second
ship set.
006 VIRGINIA CLASS 3,720,303 3,720,303
SUBMARINE AP.
007 CVN REFUELING 1,061,143 811,143
OVERHAULS.
CVN refueling [-250,000]
complex overhaul
reduction.
009 DDG 1000............. 61,100 61,100
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010 DDG-51............... 4,725,819 5,425,819
3rd DDG in FY25.. [700,000]
010A DDG-51............... 759,563 759,563
010A DDG-51............... 923,808 923,808
011 DDG-51 AP............ 41,724 83,224
3rd DDG Advance [41,500]
Procurement for
FY26.
013 FFG-FRIGATE.......... 1,170,442 50,000
Program delay.... [-1,170,442]
Small surface [50,000]
combatant
shipyard
infrastructure
and workforce
development.
AMPHIBIOUS SHIPS
014 LPD FLIGHT II........ 1,561,963 1,231,963
LPD-33 program [-330,000]
decrease.
015 LPD FLIGHT II AP..... 525,000
LPD-34 AP........ [250,000]
LPD-35 AP........ [275,000]
019 LHA REPLACEMENT AP... 61,118 561,000
LHA-10 AP........ [499,882]
021 MEDIUM LANDING SHIP.. 268,068 253,068
Medium Landing [-238,000]
Ship lead ship
reduction.
Nondevelopmental [223,000]
LSM.
AUXILIARIES, CRAFT
AND PRIOR YR PROGRAM
COST
027 OUTFITTING........... 674,600 605,753
Early to need.... [-68,847]
029 SERVICE CRAFT........ 11,426 41,426
Additional YRBM.. [30,000]
030 AUXILIARY PERSONNEL 76,168 76,168
LIGHTER.
031 LCAC SLEP............ 45,087 45,087
032 AUXILIARY VESSELS 204,939 204,939
(USED SEALIFT).
033 COMPLETION OF PY 1,930,024 1,990,024
SHIPBUILDING
PROGRAMS.
Program increase: [60,000]
T-ATS Navajo-
class ships.
TOTAL 32,378,291 32,743,635
SHIPBUILDING AND
CONVERSION, NAVY.
OTHER PROCUREMENT,
NAVY
SHIP PROPULSION
EQUIPMENT
001 SURFACE POWER 20,840 20,840
EQUIPMENT.
GENERATORS
002 SURFACE COMBATANT 82,937 82,937
HM&E.
NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT
003 OTHER NAVIGATION 102,288 102,288
EQUIPMENT.
OTHER SHIPBOARD
EQUIPMENT
004 SUB PERISCOPE, 294,625 294,625
IMAGING AND SUPT
EQUIP PROG.
005 DDG MOD.............. 861,066 809,984
Excessive cost [-51,082]
growth.
006 FIREFIGHTING 38,521 38,521
EQUIPMENT.
007 COMMAND AND CONTROL 2,402 2,402
SWITCHBOARD.
008 LHA/LHD MIDLIFE...... 81,602 81,602
009 LCC 19/20 EXTENDED 7,352 7,352
SERVICE LIFE PROGRAM.
010 POLLUTION CONTROL 23,440 23,440
EQUIPMENT.
011 SUBMARINE SUPPORT 293,766 293,766
EQUIPMENT.
012 VIRGINIA CLASS 43,565 43,565
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT.
013 LCS CLASS SUPPORT 7,318 7,318
EQUIPMENT.
014 SUBMARINE BATTERIES.. 30,470 30,470
015 LPD CLASS SUPPORT 38,115 38,115
EQUIPMENT.
016 DDG 1000 CLASS 407,468 365,872
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT.
Excessive cost [-41,596]
growth.
017 STRATEGIC PLATFORM 53,931 53,931
SUPPORT EQUIP.
018 DSSP EQUIPMENT....... 4,586 4,586
020 LCAC................. 11,013 11,013
021 UNDERWATER EOD 16,650 16,650
EQUIPMENT.
022 ITEMS LESS THAN $5 66,351 66,351
MILLION.
023 CHEMICAL WARFARE 3,254 3,254
DETECTORS.
REACTOR PLANT
EQUIPMENT
024 SHIP MAINTENANCE, 2,392,190 2,392,190
REPAIR AND
MODERNIZATION.
026 REACTOR COMPONENTS... 445,974 445,974
OCEAN ENGINEERING
027 DIVING AND SALVAGE 17,499 17,499
EQUIPMENT.
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SMALL BOATS
028 STANDARD BOATS....... 400,892 332,642
Additional 40- [12,000]
foot patrol boats.
Insufficient [-80,250]
justification.
PRODUCTION FACILITIES
EQUIPMENT
029 OPERATING FORCES IPE. 237,036 239,804
Excessive cost [-14,732]
growth.
INDOPACOM Mission [17,500]
Network--INDOPACO
M UPL.
OTHER SHIP SUPPORT
030 LCS COMMON MISSION 56,105 56,105
MODULES EQUIPMENT.
031 LCS MCM MISSION 118,247 98,247
MODULES.
Insufficient [-20,000]
justification.
033 LCS SUW MISSION 11,101 11,101
MODULES.
034 LCS IN-SERVICE 205,571 188,254
MODERNIZATION.
Insufficient [-17,317]
justification.
035 SMALL & MEDIUM UUV... 48,780 54,280
Accelerate Subsea [5,500]
and Seabed
Warfare (SSW)
ROV--Navy UFR.
LOGISTIC SUPPORT
036 LSD MIDLIFE & 56,667 56,667
MODERNIZATION.
SHIP SONARS
037 SPQ-9B RADAR......... 7,402 7,402
038 AN/SQQ-89 SURF ASW 134,637 134,637
COMBAT SYSTEM.
039 SSN ACOUSTIC 502,115 487,115
EQUIPMENT.
Excessive cost [-15,000]
growth.
040 UNDERSEA WARFARE 16,731 16,731
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT.
ASW ELECTRONIC
EQUIPMENT
041 SUBMARINE ACOUSTIC 55,484 55,484
WARFARE SYSTEM.
042 SSTD................. 9,647 9,647
043 FIXED SURVEILLANCE 405,854 428,854
SYSTEM.
Persistent [23,000]
Targeting for
Undersea.
044 SURTASS.............. 45,975 45,975
ELECTRONIC WARFARE
EQUIPMENT
045 AN/SLQ-32............ 184,349 184,349
RECONNAISSANCE
EQUIPMENT
046 SHIPBOARD IW EXPLOIT. 362,099 362,099
047 AUTOMATED 4,680 4,680
IDENTIFICATION
SYSTEM (AIS).
OTHER SHIP ELECTRONIC
EQUIPMENT
048 COOPERATIVE 26,644 26,644
ENGAGEMENT
CAPABILITY.
049 NAVAL TACTICAL 13,614 13,614
COMMAND SUPPORT
SYSTEM (NTCSS).
050 ATDLS................ 68,458 68,458
051 NAVY COMMAND AND 3,645 3,645
CONTROL SYSTEM
(NCCS).
052 MINESWEEPING SYSTEM 16,812 16,812
REPLACEMENT.
053 NAVSTAR GPS RECEIVERS 41,458 41,458
(SPACE).
054 AMERICAN FORCES RADIO 3,803 3,803
AND TV SERVICE.
AVIATION ELECTRONIC
EQUIPMENT
056 ASHORE ATC EQUIPMENT. 90,586 90,586
057 AFLOAT ATC EQUIPMENT. 75,508 75,508
058 ID SYSTEMS........... 59,602 59,602
059 JOINT PRECISION 7,287 7,287
APPROACH AND LANDING
SYSTEM (.
060 NAVAL MISSION 46,106 42,326
PLANNING SYSTEMS.
Excessive cost [-3,780]
growth.
OTHER SHORE
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
061 MARITIME INTEGRATED 7,809 7,809
BROADCAST SYSTEM.
062 TACTICAL/MOBILE C4I 65,113 65,113
SYSTEMS.
063 DCGS-N............... 16,946 16,946
064 CANES................ 440,207 440,207
065 RADIAC............... 38,688 38,688
066 CANES-INTELL......... 50,654 50,654
067 GPETE................ 32,005 32,005
068 MASF................. 24,361 24,361
069 INTEG COMBAT SYSTEM 6,709 6,709
TEST FACILITY.
070 EMI CONTROL 4,081 4,081
INSTRUMENTATION.
072 IN-SERVICE RADARS AND 228,910 228,910
SENSORS.
SHIPBOARD
COMMUNICATIONS
073 BATTLE FORCE TACTICAL 104,119 104,119
NETWORK.
074 SHIPBOARD TACTICAL 24,602 24,602
COMMUNICATIONS.
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075 SHIP COMMUNICATIONS 103,546 103,546
AUTOMATION.
076 COMMUNICATIONS ITEMS 9,209 9,209
UNDER $5M.
SUBMARINE
COMMUNICATIONS
077 SUBMARINE BROADCAST 136,846 129,467
SUPPORT.
Excessive cost [-7,379]
growth.
078 SUBMARINE 68,334 68,334
COMMUNICATION
EQUIPMENT.
SATELLITE
COMMUNICATIONS
079 SATELLITE 59,745 59,745
COMMUNICATIONS
SYSTEMS.
080 NAVY MULTIBAND 163,071 163,071
TERMINAL (NMT).
SHORE COMMUNICATIONS
081 JOINT COMMUNICATIONS 4,551 4,551
SUPPORT ELEMENT
(JCSE).
CRYPTOGRAPHIC
EQUIPMENT
082 INFO SYSTEMS SECURITY 162,008 162,008
PROGRAM (ISSP).
083 MIO INTEL 1,100 1,100
EXPLOITATION TEAM.
CRYPTOLOGIC EQUIPMENT
084 CRYPTOLOGIC 15,506 15,506
COMMUNICATIONS EQUIP.
OTHER ELECTRONIC
SUPPORT
095 COAST GUARD EQUIPMENT 58,213 58,213
SONOBUOYS
097 SONOBUOYS--ALL TYPES. 323,441 348,441
Additional [25,000]
Sonobouys.
AIRCRAFT SUPPORT
EQUIPMENT
098 MINOTAUR............. 5,431 5,431
099 WEAPONS RANGE SUPPORT 138,062 138,062
EQUIPMENT.
100 AIRCRAFT SUPPORT 121,108 121,108
EQUIPMENT.
101 ADVANCED ARRESTING 2,244 2,244
GEAR (AAG).
102 ELECTROMAGNETIC 14,702 14,702
AIRCRAFT LAUNCH
SYSTEM (EMALS.
103 METEOROLOGICAL 17,982 17,982
EQUIPMENT.
104 AIRBORNE MCM......... 10,643 10,643
106 AVIATION SUPPORT 110,993 110,993
EQUIPMENT.
107 UMCS-UNMAN CARRIER 130,050 130,050
AVIATION(UCA)MISSION
CNTRL.
SHIP GUN SYSTEM
EQUIPMENT
109 SHIP GUN SYSTEMS 6,416 6,416
EQUIPMENT.
SHIP MISSILE SYSTEMS
EQUIPMENT
110 HARPOON SUPPORT 226 226
EQUIPMENT.
111 SHIP MISSILE SUPPORT 381,473 376,830
EQUIPMENT.
Excessive cost [-4,643]
growth.
112 TOMAHAWK SUPPORT 98,921 98,921
EQUIPMENT.
FBM SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
113 STRATEGIC MISSILE 325,236 325,236
SYSTEMS EQUIP.
ASW SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
114 SSN COMBAT CONTROL 157,609 157,609
SYSTEMS.
115 ASW SUPPORT EQUIPMENT 25,362 25,362
OTHER ORDNANCE
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
116 EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE 26,725 26,725
DISPOSAL EQUIP.
117 DIRECTED ENERGY 3,817 3,817
SYSTEMS.
118 ITEMS LESS THAN $5 3,193 3,193
MILLION.
OTHER EXPENDABLE
ORDNANCE
119 ANTI-SHIP MISSILE 95,557 89,894
DECOY SYSTEM.
Excessive cost [-5,663]
growth.
120 SUBMARINE TRAINING 80,248 80,248
DEVICE MODS.
121 SURFACE TRAINING 179,974 179,974
EQUIPMENT.
CIVIL ENGINEERING
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
122 PASSENGER CARRYING 3,751 3,751
VEHICLES.
123 GENERAL PURPOSE 5,795 5,795
TRUCKS.
124 CONSTRUCTION & 80,260 80,260
MAINTENANCE EQUIP.
125 FIRE FIGHTING 26,199 26,199
EQUIPMENT.
126 TACTICAL VEHICLES.... 50,878 50,878
127 AMPHIBIOUS EQUIPMENT. 6,454 6,454
128 POLLUTION CONTROL 3,924 3,924
EQUIPMENT.
129 ITEMS LESS THAN $5 103,014 103,014
MILLION.
130 PHYSICAL SECURITY 1,301 1,301
VEHICLES.
SUPPLY SUPPORT
EQUIPMENT
131 SUPPLY EQUIPMENT..... 56,585 56,585
132 FIRST DESTINATION 5,863 5,863
TRANSPORTATION.
133 SPECIAL PURPOSE 954,467 892,335
SUPPLY SYSTEMS.
Classified [-62,132]
adjustment.
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TRAINING DEVICES
134 TRAINING SUPPORT 5,341 5,341
EQUIPMENT.
135 TRAINING AND 75,626 75,626
EDUCATION EQUIPMENT.
COMMAND SUPPORT
EQUIPMENT
136 COMMAND SUPPORT 29,698 29,698
EQUIPMENT.
137 MEDICAL SUPPORT 10,122 10,122
EQUIPMENT.
139 NAVAL MIP SUPPORT 6,590 6,590
EQUIPMENT.
140 OPERATING FORCES 17,056 17,056
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT.
141 C4ISR EQUIPMENT...... 33,606 33,606
142 ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT 47,499 47,499
EQUIPMENT.
143 PHYSICAL SECURITY 129,484 129,484
EQUIPMENT.
144 ENTERPRISE 42,026 42,026
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY.
OTHER
149 NEXT GENERATION 130,100 130,100
ENTERPRISE SERVICE.
150 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES 2,195 2,195
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
151A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS.. 16,134 16,134
SPARES AND REPAIR
PARTS
152 SPARES AND REPAIR 705,144 705,144
PARTS.
153 VIRGINIA CLASS (VACL) 578,277 578,277
SPARES AND REPAIR
PARTS.
TOTAL OTHER 15,877,253 15,636,679
PROCUREMENT,
NAVY.
PROCUREMENT, MARINE
CORPS
TRACKED COMBAT
VEHICLES
001 AAV7A1 PIP........... 2,773 2,773
002 AMPHIBIOUS COMBAT 810,276 810,276
VEHICLE FAMILY OF
VEHICLES.
003 LAV PIP.............. 761 761
ARTILLERY AND OTHER
WEAPONS
004 155MM LIGHTWEIGHT 1,823 1,823
TOWED HOWITZER.
005 ARTILLERY WEAPONS 139,477 139,477
SYSTEM.
006 WEAPONS AND COMBAT 18,481 18,481
VEHICLES UNDER $5
MILLION.
GUIDED MISSILES
007 TOMAHAWK............. 115,232 115,232
008 NAVAL STRIKE MISSILE 144,682 144,682
(NSM).
009 NAVAL STRIKE MISSILE 30,087 30,087
(NSM) AP.
010 GROUND BASED AIR 369,296 364,296
DEFENSE.
Excessive missile [-5,000]
costs.
011 ANTI-ARMOR MISSILE- 61,563 60,665
JAVELIN.
Guided missiles [-898]
unit cost growth.
012 FAMILY ANTI-ARMOR 9,521 9,521
WEAPON SYSTEMS
(FOAAWS).
013 ANTI-ARMOR MISSILE- 1,868 1,868
TOW.
014 GUIDED MLRS ROCKET 1,584 1,584
(GMLRS).
COMMAND AND CONTROL
SYSTEMS
015 COMMON AVIATION 84,764 84,764
COMMAND AND CONTROL
SYSTEM (C.
REPAIR AND TEST
EQUIPMENT
016 REPAIR AND TEST 71,023 71,023
EQUIPMENT.
OTHER SUPPORT (TEL)
017 MODIFICATION KITS.... 1,559 1,559
COMMAND AND CONTROL
SYSTEM (NON-TEL)
018 ITEMS UNDER $5 221,212 221,212
MILLION (COMM &
ELEC).
019 AIR OPERATIONS C2 20,385 20,385
SYSTEMS.
RADAR + EQUIPMENT
(NON-TEL)
020 GROUND/AIR TASK 71,941 71,941
ORIENTED RADAR (G/
ATOR).
INTELL/COMM EQUIPMENT
(NON-TEL)
021 ELECTRO MAGNETIC 182,465 0
SPECTRUM OPERATIONS
(EMSO).
Marine Corps [-182,465]
realignment.
022 GCSS-MC.............. 3,282 3,282
023 FIRE SUPPORT SYSTEM.. 56,710 56,710
024 INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT 128,804 106,919
EQUIPMENT.
Excess Advanced [-21,885]
Signals Processor.
026 UNMANNED AIR SYSTEMS 59,077 59,077
(INTEL).
027 DCGS-MC.............. 81,507 81,507
028 UAS PAYLOADS......... 17,232 17,232
OTHER SUPPORT (NON-
TEL)
031 EXPEDITIONARY SUPPORT 15,042 15,042
EQUIPMENT.
032 MARINE CORPS 283,983 268,583
ENTERPRISE NETWORK
(MCEN).
Expansion of [5,000]
secure 5G Open
RAN.
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Network Transport [-20,400]
Excess Growth.
033 COMMON COMPUTER 25,793 21,598
RESOURCES.
Prior year [-4,195]
underexecution.
034 COMMAND POST SYSTEMS. 59,113 59,113
035 RADIO SYSTEMS........ 258,818 245,320
MCMP RIT [-13,498]
Dismounted Radio
contract award
delay.
036 COMM SWITCHING & 39,390 39,390
CONTROL SYSTEMS.
037 COMM & ELEC 21,015 21,015
INFRASTRUCTURE
SUPPORT.
038 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES 19,245 19,245
040 UNMANNED 16,305 16,305
EXPEDITIONARY
SYSTEMS.
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
041A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS.. 3,266 3,266
ADMINISTRATIVE
VEHICLES
042 COMMERCIAL CARGO 26,800 26,800
VEHICLES.
TACTICAL VEHICLES
043 MOTOR TRANSPORT 17,304 17,304
MODIFICATIONS.
044 JOINT LIGHT TACTICAL 340,542 324,058
VEHICLE.
Contract savings. [-16,484]
045 TRAILERS............. 27,440 27,440
ENGINEER AND OTHER
EQUIPMENT
046 TACTICAL FUEL SYSTEMS 29,252 25,114
Unjustified [-4,138]
request.
047 POWER EQUIPMENT 23,411 23,411
ASSORTED.
048 AMPHIBIOUS SUPPORT 11,366 11,366
EQUIPMENT.
049 EOD SYSTEMS.......... 30,166 30,166
MATERIALS HANDLING
EQUIPMENT
050 PHYSICAL SECURITY 56,749 48,657
EQUIPMENT.
Prior year [-8,092]
underexecution.
GENERAL PROPERTY
051 FIELD MEDICAL 23,651 23,651
EQUIPMENT.
052 TRAINING DEVICES..... 105,448 97,577
FoFTS-Next MCTIS- [-7,871]
V training system
previously funded.
053 FAMILY OF 29,168 29,168
CONSTRUCTION
EQUIPMENT.
054 ULTRA-LIGHT TACTICAL 17,954 17,954
VEHICLE (ULTV).
OTHER SUPPORT
055 ITEMS LESS THAN $5 26,508 26,508
MILLION.
SPARES AND REPAIR
PARTS
056 SPARES AND REPAIR 28,749 28,749
PARTS.
TOTAL 4,243,863 3,963,937
PROCUREMENT,
MARINE CORPS.
AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT,
AIR FORCE
STRATEGIC OFFENSIVE
001 B-21 RAIDER.......... 1,956,668 1,956,668
002 B-21 RAIDER AP....... 721,600 721,600
TACTICAL FORCES
003 F-35................. 4,474,156 4,128,859
Excess cost [-345,297]
growth.
004 F-35 AP.............. 482,584 482,584
005 F-15EX............... 1,808,472 2,408,472
Procure 6 x F-15 [600,000]
EX Aircraft--NGB
UFR.
TACTICAL AIRLIFT
007 KC-46A MDAP.......... 2,854,748 2,695,728
Excessive cost [-159,020]
growth.
OTHER AIRLIFT
008 C-130J............... 2,405 422,405
2 additional [220,000]
aircraft.
Additional LC- [200,000]
130J.
UPT TRAINERS
010 ADVANCED PILOT 235,207 235,207
TRAINING T-7A.
HELICOPTERS
011 MH-139A.............. 294,095 294,095
012 COMBAT RESCUE 162,685 147,685
HELICOPTER.
Program decrease. [-15,000]
MISSION SUPPORT
AIRCRAFT
013 C-40 FLEET EXPANSION. 328,689 210,000
Two additional C- [200,000]
40B aircraft for
the Air National
Guard.
Unjustified [-318,689]
request.
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014 CIVIL AIR PATROL A/C. 3,086 15,000
Aircraft increase [11,914]
OTHER AIRCRAFT
016 TARGET DRONES........ 37,581 37,581
017 ULTRA................ 35,274 35,274
021 RQ-20B PUMA.......... 11,283 11,283
STRATEGIC AIRCRAFT
022 B-2A................. 63,932 63,932
023 B-1B................. 13,406 13,406
024 B-52................. 194,832 175,692
B-52 modification [4,500]
to nuclear-
capable.
B-52 radar [-23,640]
modernization
reduction.
025 LARGE AIRCRAFT 52,117 52,117
INFRARED
COUNTERMEASURES.
TACTICAL AIRCRAFT
027 E-11 BACN/HAG........ 82,939 82,939
028 F-15................. 45,829 172,127
Prevent [126,298]
retirement of F-
15Es.
029 F-16................. 217,235 217,235
030 F-22A................ 861,125 861,125
031 F-35 MODIFICATIONS... 549,657 549,657
032 F-15 EPAW............ 271,970 254,915
Installation [-9,024]
excess to need.
Reduce carryover. [-8,031]
033 KC-46A MDAP.......... 24,954 24,954
AIRLIFT AIRCRAFT
034 C-5.................. 45,445 45,445
035 C-17A................ 103,306 113,306
Mobility [10,000]
connectivity.
036 C-32A................ 6,422 6,422
037 C-37A................ 9,146 9,146
TRAINER AIRCRAFT
038 GLIDER MODS.......... 2,679 2,679
039 T-6.................. 130,281 130,281
040 T-1.................. 2,205 2,205
041 T-38................. 115,486 115,486
OTHER AIRCRAFT
043 U-2 MODS............. 69,806 69,806
047 VC-25A MOD........... 11,388 11,388
048 C-40................. 7,114 7,114
049 C-130................ 102,519 102,519
050 C-130J MODS.......... 206,904 206,904
051 C-135................ 146,564 141,093
COMM2 crypto [-1,177]
unjustified PSC
OGC growth.
MUOS radios [-4,294]
unjustified
support cost
growth.
052 COMPASS CALL......... 94,654 94,654
054 RC-135............... 222,966 222,966
055 E-3.................. 68,192 68,192
055A E-7.................. 400,000
E-7 acceleration. [400,000]
056 E-4.................. 28,728 28,728
057 H-1.................. 2,097 2,097
058 MH-139A MOD.......... 5,010 5,010
059 H-60................. 2,035 2,035
060 HH60W MODIFICATIONS.. 28,911 28,911
062 HC/MC-130 213,284 208,461
MODIFICATIONS.
Support costs [-4,823]
excess growth.
063 OTHER AIRCRAFT....... 55,122 55,122
064 OTHER AIRCRAFT AP.... 5,216 5,216
065 MQ-9 MODS............ 12,351 12,351
066 SENIOR LEADER C3 25,001 25,001
SYSTEM--AIRCRAFT.
067 CV-22 MODS........... 42,795 42,795
AIRCRAFT SPARES AND
REPAIR PARTS
068 INITIAL SPARES/REPAIR 936,212 1,103,531
PARTS.
C-40 Fleet [-10,000]
Expansion
reductions.
Fighter Force Re- [108,319]
Optimization
(+208 PMAI a/c)--
AF UFR.
Program increase: [69,000]
F-100 ANG engines
for F-16.
COMMON SUPPORT
EQUIPMENT
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069 AIRCRAFT REPLACEMENT 162,813 198,694
SUPPORT EQUIP.
Fighter Force Re- [35,881]
Optimization
(+208 PMAI a/c)--
AF UFR.
POST PRODUCTION
SUPPORT
070 OTHER PRODUCTION 15,031 15,031
CHARGES.
072 B-2A................. 1,885 1,885
073 B-2B................. 15,709 15,709
076 CV-22 POST PRODUCTION 12,025 12,025
SUPPORT.
079 F-16................. 11,501 11,501
080 F-16................. 867 867
082 HC/MC-130 18,604 18,604
MODIFICATIONS.
INDUSTRIAL
PREPAREDNESS
085 INDUSTRIAL 20,004 20,004
RESPONSIVENESS.
WAR CONSUMABLES
086 WAR CONSUMABLES...... 25,908 25,908
OTHER PRODUCTION
CHARGES
087 OTHER PRODUCTION 1,006,272 1,504,872
CHARGES.
Classified [498,600]
adjustment.
092 F-15EX............... 40,084 40,084
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
092A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS.. 16,359 16,359
TOTAL AIRCRAFT 19,835,430 21,420,947
PROCUREMENT, AIR
FORCE.
MISSILE PROCUREMENT,
AIR FORCE
MISSILE REPLACEMENT
EQUIPMENT--BALLISTIC
001 MISSILE REPLACEMENT 37,333 37,333
EQ-BALLISTIC.
BALLISTIC MISSILES
003 MK21A REENTRY VEHICLE 26,156 26,156
STRATEGIC
004 LONG RANGE STAND-OFF 70,335 70,335
WEAPON.
005 LONG RANGE STAND-OFF 140,000 140,000
WEAPON AP.
TACTICAL
006 REPLAC EQUIP & WAR 6,533 6,533
CONSUMABLES.
007 JOINT AIR-SURFACE 825,051 825,051
STANDOFF MISSILE.
009 JOINT STRIKE MISSILE. 165,909 165,909
010 LRASM0............... 354,100 354,100
012 SIDEWINDER (AIM-9X).. 107,101 107,101
013 AMRAAM............... 447,373 447,373
016 SMALL DIAMETER BOMB.. 42,257 42,257
017 SMALL DIAMETER BOMB 328,382 324,910
II.
Unjustified [-3,472]
growth.
018 STAND-IN ATTACK 173,421 173,421
WEAPON (SIAW).
INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES
019 INDUSTRIAL 913 913
PREPAREDNESS/POL
PREVENTION.
CLASS IV
020 ICBM FUZE MOD........ 104,039 104,039
021 ICBM FUZE MOD AP..... 40,336 40,336
022 MM III MODIFICATIONS. 24,212 24,212
023 AIR LAUNCH CRUISE 34,019 34,019
MISSILE (ALCM).
MISSILE SPARES AND
REPAIR PARTS
024 MSL SPRS/REPAIR PARTS 6,956 6,956
(INITIAL).
025 MSL SPRS/REPAIR PARTS 103,543 103,543
(REPLEN).
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
028 SPECIAL UPDATE 628,436 628,436
PROGRAMS.
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
028A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS.. 707,204 658,204
Classified [-49,000]
adjustment.
TOTAL MISSILE 4,373,609 4,321,137
PROCUREMENT, AIR
FORCE.
PROCUREMENT OF
AMMUNITION, AIR
FORCE
CARTRIDGES
002 CARTRIDGES........... 123,034 116,703
Program reduction [-6,331]
BOMBS
003 GENERAL PURPOSE BOMBS 144,725 134,725
Program reduction [-10,000]
004 MASSIVE ORDNANCE 8,566 8,566
PENETRATOR (MOP).
005 JOINT DIRECT ATTACK 125,268 125,268
MUNITION.
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007 B61-12 TRAINER....... 11,665 11,665
OTHER ITEMS
008 CAD/PAD.............. 40,487 40,487
009 EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE 7,076 7,076
DISPOSAL (EOD).
010 SPARES AND REPAIR 617 617
PARTS.
011 FIRST DESTINATION 2,894 2,894
TRANSPORTATION.
012 ITEMS LESS THAN 5,399 5,399
$5,000,000.
FLARES
013 EXPENDABLE 99,769 95,241
COUNTERMEASURES.
Unjustified [-4,528]
growth.
FUZES
014 FUZES................ 114,664 114,664
SMALL ARMS
015 SMALL ARMS........... 25,311 25,311
TOTAL 709,475 688,616
PROCUREMENT OF
AMMUNITION, AIR
FORCE.
PROCUREMENT, SPACE
FORCE
SPACE PROCUREMENT, SF
001 AF SATELLITE COMM 65,656 65,656
SYSTEM.
003 COUNTERSPACE SYSTEMS. 4,277 4,277
004 FAMILY OF BEYOND LINE- 17,264 17,264
OF-SIGHT TERMINALS.
005 FABT FORCE ELEMENT 234,655 234,655
TERMINAL.
006 WIDEBAND GAPFILLER 10,020 10,020
SATELLITES(SPACE).
007 GENERAL INFORMATION 2,189 2,189
TECH--SPACE.
008 GPSIII FOLLOW ON..... 647,165 323,565
Early to need.... [-323,600]
009 GPS III SPACE SEGMENT 68,205 68,205
010 GLOBAL POSTIONING 835 835
(SPACE).
014 SPACEBORNE EQUIP 83,829 83,829
(COMSEC).
015 MILSATCOM............ 37,684 37,684
017 SPECIAL SPACE 658,007 658,007
ACTIVITIES.
018 MOBILE USER OBJECTIVE 51,601 51,601
SYSTEM.
019 NATIONAL SECURITY 1,847,486 1,702,428
SPACE LAUNCH.
Acquisition [-13,500]
strategy savings.
NSSL program [-131,558]
savings.
021 PTES HUB............. 56,148 56,148
023 SPACE DEVELOPMENT 357,178 357,178
AGENCY LAUNCH.
024 SPACE MODS........... 48,152 48,152
025 SPACELIFT RANGE 63,798 63,798
SYSTEM SPACE.
SPARES
026 SPARES AND REPAIR 722 722
PARTS.
PASSENGER CARRYING
VEHICLES
027 USSF REPLACEMENT 4,919 4,919
VEHICLES.
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
028 POWER CONDITIONING 3,189 3,189
EQUIPMENT.
TOTAL 4,262,979 3,794,321
PROCUREMENT,
SPACE FORCE.
OTHER PROCUREMENT,
AIR FORCE
PASSENGER CARRYING
VEHICLES
001 PASSENGER CARRYING 6,802 6,802
VEHICLES.
CARGO AND UTILITY
VEHICLES
002 MEDIUM TACTICAL 4,526 4,526
VEHICLE.
003 CAP VEHICLES......... 1,151 1,151
004 CARGO AND UTILITY 41,605 41,605
VEHICLES.
SPECIAL PURPOSE
VEHICLES
005 JOINT LIGHT TACTICAL 69,546 69,546
VEHICLE.
006 SECURITY AND TACTICAL 438 438
VEHICLES.
007 SPECIAL PURPOSE 99,057 99,057
VEHICLES.
FIRE FIGHTING
EQUIPMENT
008 FIRE FIGHTING/CRASH 57,234 57,234
RESCUE VEHICLES.
MATERIALS HANDLING
EQUIPMENT
009 MATERIALS HANDLING 22,949 22,949
VEHICLES.
BASE MAINTENANCE
SUPPORT
010 RUNWAY SNOW REMOV AND 7,476 7,476
CLEANING EQU.
011 BASE MAINTENANCE 91,001 91,001
SUPPORT VEHICLES.
COMM SECURITY
EQUIPMENT(COMSEC)
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012 COMSEC EQUIPMENT..... 63,233 63,233
013 STRATEGIC 328,667 323,667
MICROELECTRONIC
SUPPLY SYSTEM.
Program decrease. [-5,000]
INTELLIGENCE PROGRAMS
014 INTERNATIONAL INTEL 5,616 5,616
TECH & ARCHITECTURES.
015 INTELLIGENCE TRAINING 5,146 5,146
EQUIPMENT.
016 INTELLIGENCE COMM 36,449 36,449
EQUIPMENT.
ELECTRONICS PROGRAMS
017 AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL & 45,820 45,820
LANDING SYS.
018 NATIONAL AIRSPACE 13,443 13,443
SYSTEM.
019 BATTLE CONTROL 22,764 22,764
SYSTEM--FIXED.
020 THEATER AIR CONTROL 73,412 73,412
SYS IMPROVEMEN.
021 3D EXPEDITIONARY LONG- 96,022 96,022
RANGE RADAR.
022 WEATHER OBSERVATION 31,056 31,056
FORECAST.
023 STRATEGIC COMMAND AND 49,991 49,991
CONTROL.
024 CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN 8,897 8,897
COMPLEX.
025 MISSION PLANNING 18,474 18,474
SYSTEMS.
027 STRATEGIC MISSION 7,376 7,376
PLANNING & EXECUTION
SYSTEM.
SPCL COMM-ELECTRONICS
PROJECTS
028 GENERAL INFORMATION 161,928 161,928
TECHNOLOGY.
029 AF GLOBAL COMMAND & 1,946 1,946
CONTROL SYS.
030 BATTLEFIELD AIRBORNE 5 5
CONTROL NODE (BACN).
031 MOBILITY COMMAND AND 11,435 11,435
CONTROL.
032 AIR FORCE PHYSICAL 254,106 304,106
SECURITY SYSTEM.
Counter uncrewed [50,000]
systems for
Africa Command.
033 COMBAT TRAINING 290,877 298,377
RANGES.
Infrastructure [7,500]
and
communications
upgrades.
034 MINIMUM ESSENTIAL 60,639 60,639
EMERGENCY COMM N.
035 WIDE AREA 13,945 13,945
SURVEILLANCE (WAS).
036 C3 COUNTERMEASURES... 100,594 100,594
037 DEFENSE ENTERPRISE 1,236 1,236
ACCOUNTING & MGT SYS.
039 THEATER BATTLE MGT C2 433 433
SYSTEM.
040 AIR & SPACE 21,175 21,175
OPERATIONS CENTER
(AOC).
AIR FORCE
COMMUNICATIONS
041 BASE INFORMATION 201,670 201,670
TRANSPT INFRAST
(BITI) WIRED.
042 AFNET................ 69,807 69,807
043 JOINT COMMUNICATIONS 5,821 5,821
SUPPORT ELEMENT
(JCSE).
044 USCENTCOM............ 19,498 19,498
045 USSTRATCOM........... 4,797 4,797
046 USSPACECOM........... 79,783 79,783
ORGANIZATION AND BASE
047 TACTICAL C-E 139,153 139,153
EQUIPMENT.
048 COMBAT SURVIVOR 2,222 2,222
EVADER LOCATER.
049 RADIO EQUIPMENT...... 53,568 53,568
050 BASE COMM 60,744 60,744
INFRASTRUCTURE.
MODIFICATIONS
051 COMM ELECT MODS...... 73,147 73,147
PERSONAL SAFETY &
RESCUE EQUIP
052 PERSONAL SAFETY AND 109,562 109,562
RESCUE EQUIPMENT.
DEPOT PLANT+MTRLS
HANDLING EQ
053 POWER CONDITIONING 13,443 13,443
EQUIPMENT.
054 MECHANIZED MATERIAL 20,459 20,459
HANDLING EQUIP.
BASE SUPPORT
EQUIPMENT
055 BASE PROCURED 79,854 79,854
EQUIPMENT.
056 ENGINEERING AND EOD 203,531 203,531
EQUIPMENT.
057 MOBILITY EQUIPMENT... 112,280 112,280
058 FUELS SUPPORT 24,563 24,563
EQUIPMENT (FSE).
059 BASE MAINTENANCE AND 54,455 58,205
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT.
Fighter Force Re- [3,750]
Optimization
(+208 PMAI a/c)--
AF UFR.
SPECIAL SUPPORT
PROJECTS
061 DARP RC135........... 29,524 29,524
062 DCGS-AF.............. 59,504 59,504
064 SPECIAL UPDATE 1,269,904 1,397,304
PROGRAM.
Classified [127,400]
adjustment.
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
064A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS.. 25,476,312 25,048,079
Classified [-428,233]
adjustment.
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SPARES AND REPAIR
PARTS
065 SPARES AND REPAIR 1,056 1,056
PARTS (CYBER).
066 SPARES AND REPAIR 7,637 7,637
PARTS.
TOTAL OTHER 30,298,764 30,054,181
PROCUREMENT, AIR
FORCE.
PROCUREMENT, DEFENSE-
WIDE
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, OSD
001 MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DPAA 518 518
002 MAJOR EQUIPMENT, OSD. 184,095 184,095
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, WHS
007 MAJOR EQUIPMENT, WHS. 374 374
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DISA
008 INFORMATION SYSTEMS 25,392 25,392
SECURITY.
009 TELEPORT PROGRAM..... 27,451 25,848
Teleport excess [-1,603]
growth.
011 ITEMS LESS THAN $5 25,499 25,499
MILLION.
012 DEFENSE INFORMATION 68,786 68,786
SYSTEM NETWORK.
013 WHITE HOUSE 116,320 116,320
COMMUNICATION AGENCY.
014 SENIOR LEADERSHIP 54,278 54,278
ENTERPRISE.
015 JOINT REGIONAL 17,213 14,710
SECURITY STACKS
(JRSS).
Program decrease. [-2,503]
016 JOINT SERVICE 50,462 61,462
PROVIDER.
OSD requested [11,000]
transfer from
RDTE,DW line 94.
017 FOURTH ESTATE NETWORK 24,482 24,482
OPTIMIZATION (4ENO).
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DLA
024 MAJOR EQUIPMENT...... 53,777 53,777
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DCSA
025 MAJOR EQUIPMENT...... 2,191 2,191
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, TJS
026 MAJOR EQUIPMENT, TJS. 16,345 16,345
MAJOR EQUIPMENT,
MISSILE DEFENSE
AGENCY
027 THAAD................ 246,995 246,995
028 GROUND BASED 20,796 20,796
MIDCOURSE.
029 AEGIS BMD............ 85,000 335,000
Restore SM-3 IB [250,000]
production.
030 BMDS AN/TPY-2 RADARS. 57,130 230,800
AN/TPY-2 Antenna [176,100]
Equipment Unit
(AEU)--MDA UFR.
Unjustified [-2,430]
growth.
031 SM-3 IIAS............ 406,370 471,370
Expand SM-3 IIA [65,000]
production
capacity to 36/yr.
032 ARROW 3 UPPER TIER 50,000 50,000
SYSTEMS.
033 SHORT RANGE BALLISTIC 40,000 40,000
MISSILE DEFENSE
(SRBMD).
034 DEFENSE OF GUAM 22,602 22,602
PROCUREMENT.
036 IRON DOME............ 110,000 110,000
037 AEGIS BMD HARDWARE 32,040 32,040
AND SOFTWARE.
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DHRA
038 PERSONNEL 3,717 3,717
ADMINISTRATION.
MAJOR EQUIPMENT,
DEFENSE THREAT
REDUCTION AGENCY
041 VEHICLES............. 2,754 2,754
042 OTHER MAJOR EQUIPMENT 8,783 8,783
043 DTRA CYBER ACTIVITIES 3,429 3,429
MAJOR EQUIPMENT,
DODEA
044 AUTOMATION/ 1,360 1,360
EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT
& LOGISTICS.
MAJOR EQUIPMENT,
DMACT
045 MAJOR EQUIPMENT...... 7,332 7,332
MAJOR EQUIPMENT,
USCYBERCOM
046 CYBERSPACE OPERATIONS 69,066 69,066
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
046A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS.. 599,781 593,331
Classified [-6,450]
adjustment.
AVIATION PROGRAMS
047 ARMED OVERWATCH/ 335,487 315,487
TARGETING.
Program decrease - [-20,000]
armed overwatch.
048 MANNED ISR........... 2,500 2,500
049 MC-12................ 400 400
050 ROTARY WING UPGRADES 220,301 243,074
AND SUSTAINMENT.
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MH-60M OCONUS [22,773]
aircraft loss
mods and MEP--
SOCOM UFR.
051 UNMANNED ISR......... 41,717 37,817
Long endurance [-3,900]
aircraft contract
delay.
052 NON-STANDARD AVIATION 7,942 7,942
053 U-28................. 5,259 5,259
054 MH-47 CHINOOK........ 157,413 147,265
MH-47 unjustified [-10,148]
GFE cost growth.
055 CV-22 MODIFICATION... 49,403 49,403
056 MQ-9 UNMANNED AERIAL 19,123 19,123
VEHICLE.
057 PRECISION STRIKE 69,917 69,917
PACKAGE.
058 AC/MC-130J........... 300,892 299,818
Program decrease - [-1,074]
SOF Common TFITA
SKR.
SHIPBUILDING
060 UNDERWATER SYSTEMS... 63,850 70,850
Deep Submergence [7,000]
Collective
Propulsion.
AMMUNITION PROGRAMS
061 ORDNANCE ITEMS 139,078 139,078
<$5M.
OTHER PROCUREMENT
PROGRAMS
062 INTELLIGENCE SYSTEMS. 205,814 205,814
063 DISTRIBUTED COMMON 3,918 3,918
GROUND/SURFACE
SYSTEMS.
064 OTHER ITEMS <$5M.. 79,015 79,015
065 COMBATANT CRAFT 66,455 73,455
SYSTEMS.
Combatant Craft [7,000]
Assault.
066 SPECIAL PROGRAMS..... 20,822 20,822
067 TACTICAL VEHICLES.... 53,016 53,016
068 WARRIOR SYSTEMS 358,257 420,107
<$5M.
Blast Exposure [7,350]
Monitoring (BEMO)
Systems
Acceleration.
Counter Uncrewed [44,500]
Systems--SOCOM
UFR.
On The Move [10,000]
Satellite
Communication
Terminals.
069 COMBAT MISSION 4,988 4,988
REQUIREMENTS.
070 OPERATIONAL 23,715 23,715
ENHANCEMENTS
INTELLIGENCE.
071 OPERATIONAL 317,092 327,837
ENHANCEMENTS.
Loitering [10,745]
Munition
Accelerated
Fielding and
Reliability
Testing
Acceleration--SOC
OM UFR.
CBDP
072 CHEMICAL BIOLOGICAL 215,038 189,523
SITUATIONAL
AWARENESS.
Program decrease - [-25,515]
execution risk.
073 CB PROTECTION & 211,001 211,001
HAZARD MITIGATION.
TOTAL 5,406,751 5,944,596
PROCUREMENT,
DEFENSE-WIDE.
TOTAL 166,377,384 167,849,488
PROCUREMENT.
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TITLE XLII--RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION
SEC. 4201. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION.
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SEC. 4201. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION (In Thousands of Dollars)
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FY 2025 Conference
Line Program Element Item Request Authorized
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.................................. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST &
EVAL, ARMY
.................................. BASIC RESEARCH
001 0601102A DEFENSE RESEARCH SCIENCES......... 310,191 311,191
.................................. Modeling and simulation [1,000]
environments for weapons system
innovation.
002 0601103A UNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVES... 78,166 78,166
003 0601104A UNIVERSITY AND INDUSTRY RESEARCH 109,726 110,726
CENTERS.
.................................. Biotechnology Advancements........ [1,000]
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004 0601121A CYBER COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH 5,525 5,525
ALLIANCE.
005 0601601A ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND 10,309 10,309
MACHINE LEARNING BASIC RESEARCH.
.................................. SUBTOTAL BASIC RESEARCH........... 513,917 515,917
..................................
.................................. APPLIED RESEARCH
006 0602002A ARMY AGILE INNOVATION AND 8,032 8,032
DEVELOPMENT-APPLIED RESEARCH.
007 0602134A COUNTER IMPROVISED-THREAT ADVANCED 6,163 6,163
STUDIES.
008 0602141A LETHALITY TECHNOLOGY.............. 96,094 107,094
.................................. Advanced materials and [6,000]
manufacturing for hypersonic
systems.
.................................. Advanced Materials and [2,500]
Manufacturing for Modernization.
.................................. Assured AI-based autonomous rescue [2,500]
missions.
010 0602143A SOLDIER LETHALITY TECHNOLOGY...... 102,236 114,736
.................................. Advanced textiles for extreme [3,000]
environments.
.................................. Critical hybrid advanced materials [2,000]
processing.
.................................. Pathfinder Air Assault program.... [2,500]
.................................. Pathfinder Airborne program....... [5,000]
011 0602144A GROUND TECHNOLOGY................. 66,707 78,207
.................................. Accelerated carbonization soil [4,000]
stabilization.
.................................. Engineered Roadway Repair [2,500]
Materials for Effective Maneuver
of Military Assets.
.................................. Isostatic Advanced Armor [5,000]
Production.
012 0602145A NEXT GENERATION COMBAT VEHICLE 149,108 158,108
TECHNOLOGY.
.................................. Systems Engineering for Autonomous [9,000]
Ground Vehicles.
013 0602146A NETWORK C3I TECHNOLOGY............ 84,576 86,576
.................................. Man-portable doppler radar........ [2,000]
014 0602147A LONG RANGE PRECISION FIRES 32,089 67,089
TECHNOLOGY.
.................................. Advanced Manufacturing of [8,500]
Energetic Materials.
.................................. Biosynthesizing critical chemicals [12,500]
.................................. Low-Cost Missile Systems [10,000]
Development.
.................................. Spectrum Dominance with [4,000]
Distributed Apertures.
015 0602148A FUTURE VERTICLE LIFT TECHNOLOGY... 52,685 55,185
.................................. High density eVTOL power source [2,500]
development.
016 0602150A AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY 39,188 41,188
.................................. Counter-uncrewed aerial systems [2,000]
research.
017 0602180A ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND 20,319 20,319
MACHINE LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES.
018 0602181A ALL DOMAIN CONVERGENCE APPLIED 12,269 12,269
RESEARCH.
019 0602182A C3I APPLIED RESEARCH.............. 25,839 25,839
020 0602183A AIR PLATFORM APPLIED RESEARCH..... 53,206 53,206
021 0602184A SOLDIER APPLIED RESEARCH.......... 21,069 21,069
022 0602213A C3I APPLIED CYBER................. 28,656 28,656
023 0602386A BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR MATERIALS-- 11,780 11,780
APPLIED RESEARCH.
025 0602785A MANPOWER/PERSONNEL/TRAINING 19,795 19,795
TECHNOLOGY.
026 0602787A MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY................ 68,481 68,481
9999 9999999999 CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS............... 35,766 35,766
.................................. SUBTOTAL APPLIED RESEARCH......... 934,058 1,019,558
..................................
.................................. ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
027 0603002A MEDICAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY....... 3,112 11,112
.................................. Hearing protection communications. [8,000]
028 0603007A MANPOWER, PERSONNEL AND TRAINING 16,716 16,716
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY.
029 0603025A ARMY AGILE INNOVATION AND 14,608 14,608
DEMONSTRATION.
030 0603040A ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND 18,263 28,263
MACHINE LEARNING ADVANCED
TECHNOLOGIES.
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.................................. Distributed AI fusion for [10,000]
attritable uncrewed systems.
031 0603041A ALL DOMAIN CONVERGENCE ADVANCED 23,722 23,722
TECHNOLOGY.
032 0603042A C3I ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY........... 22,814 22,814
033 0603043A AIR PLATFORM ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY.. 17,076 17,076
034 0603044A SOLDIER ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY....... 10,133 10,133
035 0603116A LETHALITY ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY..... 33,969 36,469
.................................. Hypersonics test range............ [2,500]
037 0603118A SOLDIER LETHALITY ADVANCED 94,899 94,899
TECHNOLOGY.
038 0603119A GROUND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY........ 45,880 52,380
.................................. Design and manufacturing of [2,000]
advanced composites.
.................................. Rapid entry and sustainment for [2,500]
the Arctic.
.................................. Renewable electric vehicle [2,000]
charging stations.
039 0603134A COUNTER IMPROVISED-THREAT 21,398 21,398
SIMULATION.
040 0603386A BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR MATERIALS-- 36,360 36,360
ADVANCED RESEARCH.
041 0603457A C3I CYBER ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT.... 19,616 19,616
042 0603461A HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING 239,597 247,597
MODERNIZATION PROGRAM.
.................................. High performance computing [8,000]
modernization program.
043 0603462A NEXT GENERATION COMBAT VEHICLE 175,198 182,198
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY.
.................................. Silent Watch HTPEM Fuel Cell...... [5,000]
.................................. Silicone anode battery testing.... [2,000]
044 0603463A NETWORK C3I ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY... 94,424 94,424
045 0603464A LONG RANGE PRECISION FIRES 164,943 169,943
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY.
.................................. Low-Cost Rocket Propulsion for [2,000]
Affordable Mass on Tgt.
.................................. Virtual Integrated Testbed and Lab [3,000]
for Trusted AI.
046 0603465A FUTURE VERTICAL LIFT ADVANCED 140,578 140,578
TECHNOLOGY.
047 0603466A AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE ADVANCED 28,333 41,333
TECHNOLOGY.
.................................. Counter drone munitions........... [7,000]
.................................. Distributed Gain 300-KW Laser [3,000]
Weapon System.
.................................. RAPID C-sUAS Missile.............. [3,000]
049 0603920A HUMANITARIAN DEMINING............. 9,272 9,272
9999 9999999999 CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS............... 155,526 155,526
.................................. SUBTOTAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY 1,386,437 1,446,437
DEVELOPMENT.
..................................
.................................. ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT AND
PROTOTYPES
051 0603305A ARMY MISSLE DEFENSE SYSTEMS 13,031 16,031
INTEGRATION.
.................................. Artificial Intelligence Decision [3,000]
Aids for All Domain Operations.
052 0603308A ARMY SPACE SYSTEMS INTEGRATION.... 19,659 19,659
054 0603619A LANDMINE WARFARE AND BARRIER--ADV 58,617 66,617
DEV.
.................................. Autonomous landmine detection..... [8,000]
055 0603639A TANK AND MEDIUM CALIBER AMMUNITION 116,027 133,427
.................................. Assured Precision Weapons and [14,900]
Munitions.
.................................. Large caliber automated ammunition [2,500]
resupply.
056 0603645A ARMORED SYSTEM MODERNIZATION--ADV 23,235 28,235
DEV.
.................................. 360 Helmet Mounted Display for the [5,000]
Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle.
057 0603747A SOLDIER SUPPORT AND SURVIVABILITY. 4,059 4,059
058 0603766A TACTICAL ELECTRONIC SURVEILLANCE 90,265 90,265
SYSTEM--ADV DEV.
059 0603774A NIGHT VISION SYSTEMS ADVANCED 64,113 64,113
DEVELOPMENT.
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060 0603779A ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY TECHNOLOGY-- 34,091 39,091
DEM/VAL.
.................................. Demonstration of high-pressure [5,000]
waterjet cut and capture system
to demilitarize underwater
munitions.
061 0603790A NATO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT..... 4,184 4,184
062 0603801A AVIATION--ADV DEV................. 6,591 6,591
063 0603804A LOGISTICS AND ENGINEER EQUIPMENT-- 12,445 12,445
ADV DEV.
064 0603807A MEDICAL SYSTEMS--ADV DEV.......... 582 582
065 0603827A SOLDIER SYSTEMS--ADVANCED 24,284 24,284
DEVELOPMENT.
066 0604017A ROBOTICS DEVELOPMENT.............. 3,039 3,039
067 0604019A EXPANDED MISSION AREA MISSILE 102,589 88,509
(EMAM).
.................................. MDACS delayed new start........... [-14,080]
068 0604020A CROSS FUNCTIONAL TEAM (CFT) 63,831 63,831
ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT &
PROTOTYPING.
069 0604035A LOW EARTH ORBIT (LEO) SATELLITE 21,935 21,935
CAPABILITY.
070 0604036A MULTI-DOMAIN SENSING SYSTEM (MDSS) 239,135 239,135
ADV DEV.
071 0604037A TACTICAL INTEL TARGETING ACCESS 4,317 4,317
NODE (TITAN) ADV DEV.
072 0604100A ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES.......... 11,234 11,234
073 0604101A SMALL UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE 1,800 1,800
(SUAV) (6.4).
074 0604103A ELECTRONIC WARFARE PLANNING AND 2,004 2,004
MANAGEMENT TOOL (EWPMT).
075 0604113A FUTURE TACTICAL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT 127,870 127,870
SYSTEM (FTUAS).
076 0604114A LOWER TIER AIR MISSILE DEFENSE 149,463 127,428
(LTAMD) SENSOR.
.................................. Unjustified request............... [-22,035]
077 0604115A TECHNOLOGY MATURATION INITIATIVES. 252,000 252,000
078 0604117A MANEUVER--SHORT RANGE AIR DEFENSE 315,772 284,542
(M-SHORAD).
.................................. Excessive Contractor Logistics [-15,230]
Support Growth Inc 2.
.................................. Systems Development Cost Growth [-16,000]
Inc 3.
080 0604120A ASSURED POSITIONING, NAVIGATION 24,168 24,168
AND TIMING (PNT).
081 0604121A SYNTHETIC TRAINING ENVIRONMENT 136,029 134,029
REFINEMENT & PROTOTYPING.
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-2,000]
082 0604134A COUNTER IMPROVISED-THREAT 17,341 17,341
DEMONSTRATION, PROTOTYPE
DEVELOPMENT, AND TESTING.
085 0604386A BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR MATERIALS--DEM/ 20,862 20,862
VAL.
086 0604403A FUTURE INTERCEPTOR................ 8,058 8,058
088 0604531A COUNTER--SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT 59,983 79,983
SYSTEMS ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT.
.................................. NGCM R&D acceleration (+1yr)...... [20,000]
090 0604541A UNIFIED NETWORK TRANSPORT......... 31,837 31,837
091 0305251A CYBERSPACE OPERATIONS FORCES AND 2,270 2,270
FORCE SUPPORT.
9999 9999999999 CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS............... 277,181 277,181
.................................. SUBTOTAL ADVANCED COMPONENT 2,343,901 2,332,956
DEVELOPMENT AND PROTOTYPES.
..................................
.................................. SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND
DEMONSTRATION
092 0604201A AIRCRAFT AVIONICS................. 7,171 10,171
.................................. Virtual Modification Work Order [3,000]
Digital Engineering Tool.
093 0604270A ELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT.... 35,942 35,942
094 0604601A INFANTRY SUPPORT WEAPONS.......... 52,586 52,586
095 0604604A MEDIUM TACTICAL VEHICLES.......... 15,088 3,565
.................................. Unjustified request............... [-11,523]
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096 0604611A JAVELIN........................... 10,405 10,405
097 0604622A FAMILY OF HEAVY TACTICAL VEHICLES. 50,011 50,011
098 0604633A AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL............... 982 5,982
.................................. Integrated Mission Planning and [5,000]
Airspace Control Tools (IMPACT).
099 0604641A TACTICAL UNMANNED GROUND VEHICLE 92,540 92,540
(TUGV).
100 0604642A LIGHT TACTICAL WHEELED VEHICLES... 100,257 89,983
.................................. Electric Light Reconnaissance [-10,274]
Vehicle reduction.
101 0604645A ARMORED SYSTEMS MODERNIZATION 48,097 48,097
(ASM)--ENG DEV.
102 0604710A NIGHT VISION SYSTEMS--ENG DEV..... 89,259 89,259
103 0604713A COMBAT FEEDING, CLOTHING, AND 3,286 3,286
EQUIPMENT.
104 0604715A NON-SYSTEM TRAINING DEVICES--ENG 28,427 28,427
DEV.
105 0604741A AIR DEFENSE COMMAND, CONTROL AND 69,653 75,653
INTELLIGENCE--ENG DEV.
.................................. Air and Missile Defense Common [6,000]
Operating Picture.
106 0604742A CONSTRUCTIVE SIMULATION SYSTEMS 30,097 30,097
DEVELOPMENT.
107 0604746A AUTOMATIC TEST EQUIPMENT 12,927 12,927
DEVELOPMENT.
108 0604760A DISTRIBUTIVE INTERACTIVE 8,914 8,914
SIMULATIONS (DIS)--ENG DEV.
109 0604798A BRIGADE ANALYSIS, INTEGRATION AND 26,352 26,352
EVALUATION.
110 0604802A WEAPONS AND MUNITIONS--ENG DEV.... 242,949 242,949
111 0604804A LOGISTICS AND ENGINEER EQUIPMENT-- 41,829 41,829
ENG DEV.
112 0604805A COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS 92,300 92,300
SYSTEMS--ENG DEV.
113 0604807A MEDICAL MATERIEL/MEDICAL 7,143 7,143
BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE EQUIPMENT--ENG
DEV.
114 0604808A LANDMINE WARFARE/BARRIER--ENG DEV. 19,134 28,634
.................................. Joint All Domain Testing, [9,500]
Evaluation, and Training Center.
115 0604818A ARMY TACTICAL COMMAND & CONTROL 165,229 158,479
HARDWARE & SOFTWARE.
.................................. EACP--Slow Expenditure............ [-6,750]
116 0604820A RADAR DEVELOPMENT................. 76,090 76,090
117 0604822A GENERAL FUND ENTERPRISE BUSINESS 1,995 1,995
SYSTEM (GFEBS).
118 0604827A SOLDIER SYSTEMS--WARRIOR DEM/VAL.. 29,132 29,132
119 0604852A SUITE OF SURVIVABILITY ENHANCEMENT 77,864 77,864
SYSTEMS--EMD.
120 0604854A ARTILLERY SYSTEMS--EMD............ 50,495 50,495
121 0605013A INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT 120,076 110,076
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-10,000]
122 0605018A INTEGRATED PERSONNEL AND PAY 126,354 126,354
SYSTEM-ARMY (IPPS-A).
123 0605030A JOINT TACTICAL NETWORK CENTER 20,191 20,191
(JTNC).
124 0605031A JOINT TACTICAL NETWORK (JTN)...... 31,214 31,214
125 0605035A COMMON INFRARED COUNTERMEASURES 11,691 11,691
(CIRCM).
126 0605036A COMBATING WEAPONS OF MASS 7,846 7,846
DESTRUCTION (CWMD).
127 0605038A NUCLEAR BIOLOGICAL CHEMICAL 7,886 7,886
RECONNAISSANCE VEHICLE (NBCRV)
SENSOR SUITE.
128 0605041A DEFENSIVE CYBER TOOL DEVELOPMENT.. 4,176 4,176
129 0605042A TACTICAL NETWORK RADIO SYSTEMS 4,288 4,288
(LOW-TIER).
130 0605047A CONTRACT WRITING SYSTEM........... 9,276 9,276
132 0605051A AIRCRAFT SURVIVABILITY DEVELOPMENT 38,225 38,225
133 0605052A INDIRECT FIRE PROTECTION 167,912 150,912
CAPABILITY INC 2--BLOCK 1.
.................................. Carryover......................... [-17,000]
134 0605053A GROUND ROBOTICS................... 28,378 28,378
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135 0605054A EMERGING TECHNOLOGY INITIATIVES... 164,734 158,304
.................................. Delayed Expenditure Rate.......... [-6,430]
137 0605144A NEXT GENERATION LOAD DEVICE-- 2,931 2,931
MEDIUM.
138 0605148A TACTICAL INTEL TARGETING ACCESS 157,036 157,036
NODE (TITAN) EMD.
140 0605205A SMALL UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE 37,876 37,876
(SUAV) (6.5).
141 0605206A CI AND HUMINT EQUIPMENT PROGRAM- 1,296 1,296
ARMY (CIHEP-A).
142 0605216A JOINT TARGETING INTEGRATED COMMAND 28,553 28,553
AND COORDINATION SUITE (JTIC2S).
143 0605224A MULTI-DOMAIN INTELLIGENCE......... 18,913 27,913
.................................. Multi-Domain Intelligence--NextGen [9,000]
Intel Mission Support.
144 0605231A PRECISION STRIKE MISSILE (PRSM)... 184,046 184,046
145 0605232A HYPERSONICS EMD................... 538,017 538,017
146 0605233A ACCESSIONS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT 32,265 32,265
(AIE).
147 0605235A STRATEGIC MID-RANGE CAPABILITY.... 182,823 182,823
148 0605236A INTEGRATED TACTICAL COMMUNICATIONS 23,363 23,363
149 0605241A FUTURE LONG RANGE ASSAULT AIRCRAFT 1,253,637 1,253,637
DEVELOPMENT.
150 0605242A THEATER SIGINT SYSTEM (TSIGS)..... 6,660 6,660
151 0605244A JOINT REDUCED RANGE ROCKET (JR3).. 13,565 13,565
152 0605247A SPECTRUM SITUATIONAL AWARENESS 9,330 9,330
SYSTEM (S2AS).
153 0605450A JOINT AIR-TO-GROUND MISSILE (JAGM) 3,030 3,030
154 0605457A ARMY INTEGRATED AIR AND MISSILE 602,045 575,045
DEFENSE (AIAMD).
.................................. Unjustified THAAD integration..... [-27,000]
155 0605531A COUNTER--SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT 59,563 64,063
SYSTEMS SYS DEV & DEMONSTRATION.
.................................. Roadrunner-M--Army UFR............ [4,500]
157 0605625A MANNED GROUND VEHICLE............. 504,841 504,841
158 0605766A NATIONAL CAPABILITIES INTEGRATION 16,565 16,565
(MIP).
159 0605812A JOINT LIGHT TACTICAL VEHICLE 27,013 27,013
(JLTV) ENGINEERING AND
MANUFACTURING DEVELOPMENT PHASE
(EMD).
160 0605830A AVIATION GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT. 979 979
161 0303032A TROJAN--RH12...................... 3,930 3,930
163 0304270A ELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT.... 131,096 131,096
9999 9999999999 CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS............... 83,136 83,136
.................................. SUBTOTAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND 6,150,910 6,098,933
DEMONSTRATION.
..................................
.................................. MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
164 0604256A THREAT SIMULATOR DEVELOPMENT...... 71,298 77,298
.................................. Threat Counter-Artificial [6,000]
Intelligence (TCAI).
165 0604258A TARGET SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT........ 15,788 20,788
.................................. Replacement of Foreign Engines for [5,000]
Aerial Targets.
166 0604759A MAJOR T&E INVESTMENT.............. 78,613 78,613
167 0605103A RAND ARROYO CENTER................ 38,122 38,122
168 0605301A ARMY KWAJALEIN ATOLL.............. 321,755 371,755
.................................. USAG-Kwajalein Atoll Recap........ [50,000]
169 0605326A CONCEPTS EXPERIMENTATION PROGRAM.. 86,645 86,645
171 0605601A ARMY TEST RANGES AND FACILITIES... 461,085 461,085
172 0605602A ARMY TECHNICAL TEST 75,591 75,591
INSTRUMENTATION AND TARGETS.
173 0605604A SURVIVABILITY/LETHALITY ANALYSIS.. 37,604 37,604
174 0605606A AIRCRAFT CERTIFICATION............ 2,201 2,201
176 0605706A MATERIEL SYSTEMS ANALYSIS......... 27,420 27,420
177 0605709A EXPLOITATION OF FOREIGN ITEMS..... 6,245 6,245
178 0605712A SUPPORT OF OPERATIONAL TESTING.... 76,088 76,088
179 0605716A ARMY EVALUATION CENTER............ 73,220 73,220
180 0605718A ARMY MODELING & SIM X-CMD 11,257 11,257
COLLABORATION & INTEG.
181 0605801A PROGRAMWIDE ACTIVITIES............ 91,895 91,895
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182 0605803A TECHNICAL INFORMATION ACTIVITIES.. 32,385 32,385
183 0605805A MUNITIONS STANDARDIZATION, 50,766 50,766
EFFECTIVENESS AND SAFETY.
184 0605857A ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY TECHNOLOGY 1,659 1,659
MGMT SUPPORT.
185 0605898A ARMY DIRECT REPORT HEADQUARTERS-- 59,727 59,727
R&D - MHA.
186 0606002A RONALD REAGAN BALLISTIC MISSILE 73,400 73,400
DEFENSE TEST SITE.
187 0606003A COUNTERINTEL AND HUMAN INTEL 4,574 4,574
MODERNIZATION.
188 0606942A ASSESSMENTS AND EVALUATIONS CYBER 10,105 10,105
VULNERABILITIES.
.................................. SUBTOTAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT....... 1,707,443 1,768,443
..................................
.................................. OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
190 0603778A MLRS PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.. 14,188 14,188
191 0605024A ANTI-TAMPER TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT.... 7,489 7,489
192 0607101A COMBATING WEAPONS OF MASS 271 271
DESTRUCTION (CWMD) PRODUCT
IMPROVEMENT.
193 0607131A WEAPONS AND MUNITIONS PRODUCT 9,363 14,363
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS.
.................................. Agile manufacturing for advanced [5,000]
armament systems.
194 0607136A BLACKHAWK PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT 25,000 25,000
PROGRAM.
195 0607137A CHINOOK PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT 4,816 4,816
PROGRAM.
196 0607139A IMPROVED TURBINE ENGINE PROGRAM... 67,029 97,029
.................................. Program increase.................. [30,000]
198 0607143A UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM UNIVERSAL 24,539 24,539
PRODUCTS.
199 0607145A APACHE FUTURE DEVELOPMENT......... 8,243 8,243
200 0607148A AN/TPQ-53 COUNTERFIRE TARGET 53,652 53,652
ACQUISITION RADAR SYSTEM.
201 0607150A INTEL CYBER DEVELOPMENT........... 9,753 9,753
203 0607313A ELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT.... 5,559 5,559
204 0607315A ENDURING TURBINE ENGINES AND POWER 2,620 2,620
SYSTEMS.
206 0607665A FAMILY OF BIOMETRICS.............. 590 590
207 0607865A PATRIOT PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT....... 168,458 168,458
208 0203728A JOINT AUTOMATED DEEP OPERATION 27,582 27,582
COORDINATION SYSTEM (JADOCS).
209 0203735A COMBAT VEHICLE IMPROVEMENT 272,926 295,926
PROGRAMS.
.................................. Stryker Modernization............. [23,000]
210 0203743A 155MM SELF-PROPELLED HOWITZER 55,205 47,870
IMPROVEMENTS.
.................................. Program rebaseline delay.......... [-7,335]
211 0203752A AIRCRAFT ENGINE COMPONENT 142 142
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
212 0203758A DIGITIZATION...................... 1,562 1,562
213 0203801A MISSILE/AIR DEFENSE PRODUCT 1,511 1,511
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
214 0203802A OTHER MISSILE PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT 23,708 28,708
PROGRAMS.
.................................. Containerized weapon system....... [5,000]
215 0205412A ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY TECHNOLOGY-- 269 269
OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEV.
216 0205778A GUIDED MULTIPLE-LAUNCH ROCKET 20,590 20,590
SYSTEM (GMLRS).
221 0303140A INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY 15,733 15,733
PROGRAM.
222 0303141A GLOBAL COMBAT SUPPORT SYSTEM...... 2,566 2,566
223 0303142A SATCOM GROUND ENVIRONMENT (SPACE). 26,643 26,643
226 0305179A INTEGRATED BROADCAST SERVICE (IBS) 5,701 5,701
229 0305219A MQ-1 GRAY EAGLE UAV............... 6,681 6,681
230 0708045A END ITEM INDUSTRIAL PREPAREDNESS 67,187 78,187
ACTIVITIES.
.................................. Advanced isostatic pressure armor. [6,000]
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.................................. Development and qualification of [5,000]
ultra high molecular weight
polyethylene fiber.
9999 9999999999 CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS............... 32,518 32,518
.................................. SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEM 962,094 1,028,759
DEVELOPMENT.
..................................
.................................. SOFTWARE AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
PILOT PROGRAMS
231 0608041A DEFENSIVE CYBER--SOFTWARE 74,548 74,548
PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT.
.................................. SUBTOTAL SOFTWARE AND DIGITAL 74,548 74,548
TECHNOLOGY PILOT PROGRAMS.
..................................
.................................. TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST 14,073,308 14,285,551
& EVAL, ARMY.
..................................
.................................. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST &
EVAL, NAVY
.................................. BASIC RESEARCH
001 0601103N UNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVES... 94,259 99,259
.................................. Digital radar system development.. [5,000]
002 0601153N DEFENSE RESEARCH SCIENCES......... 483,914 487,914
.................................. Hypersonic T&E workforce [4,000]
development.
.................................. SUBTOTAL BASIC RESEARCH........... 578,173 587,173
..................................
.................................. APPLIED RESEARCH
003 0602114N POWER PROJECTION APPLIED RESEARCH. 23,842 23,842
004 0602123N FORCE PROTECTION APPLIED RESEARCH. 120,716 130,716
.................................. Intelligent Data Management for [5,000]
Distributed Naval Platforms.
.................................. Unmanned maritime systems digital [5,000]
manufacturing factory of the
future.
005 0602131M MARINE CORPS LANDING FORCE 53,758 58,758
TECHNOLOGY.
.................................. Next generation lithium ion [5,000]
batteries.
006 0602235N COMMON PICTURE APPLIED RESEARCH... 51,202 53,702
.................................. Embedded Systems Cyber for [2,500]
Critical Naval Infrastructure.
007 0602236N WARFIGHTER SUSTAINMENT APPLIED 76,379 77,379
RESEARCH.
.................................. Research on foreign malign [1,000]
influence operations.
008 0602271N ELECTROMAGNETIC SYSTEMS APPLIED 91,441 91,441
RESEARCH.
009 0602435N OCEAN WARFIGHTING ENVIRONMENT 78,930 93,930
APPLIED RESEARCH.
.................................. Continuous distributed sensing [10,000]
systems.
.................................. Resilient autonomous sensing in [5,000]
the Arctic.
010 0602651M JOINT NON-LETHAL WEAPONS APPLIED 7,719 7,719
RESEARCH.
011 0602747N UNDERSEA WARFARE APPLIED RESEARCH. 57,525 73,525
.................................. Academic Partnerships for undersea [2,500]
vehicle research.
.................................. Geophysical sensing and [1,000]
characterization of the mine-
hunting environment.
.................................. Low-cost autonomous sensors for [10,000]
maritime dominance.
.................................. Undersea Research Facilities [2,500]
Capability.
012 0602750N FUTURE NAVAL CAPABILITIES APPLIED 163,673 163,673
RESEARCH.
013 0602782N MINE AND EXPEDITIONARY WARFARE 31,460 32,460
APPLIED RESEARCH.
.................................. Precision strike loitering [1,000]
munitions.
014 0602792N INNOVATIVE NAVAL PROTOTYPES (INP) 127,363 127,363
APPLIED RESEARCH.
015 0602861N SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT-- 90,939 90,939
ONR FIELD ACITIVITIES.
.................................. SUBTOTAL APPLIED RESEARCH......... 974,947 1,025,447
..................................
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.................................. ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
016 0603123N FORCE PROTECTION ADVANCED 31,556 31,556
TECHNOLOGY.
017 0603271N ELECTROMAGNETIC SYSTEMS ADVANCED 8,537 8,537
TECHNOLOGY.
018 0603273N SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FOR NUCLEAR 118,624 118,624
RE-ENTRY SYSTEMS.
019 0603640M USMC ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY 243,247 258,747
DEMONSTRATION (ATD).
.................................. Innovative design and [2,500]
manufacturing for uncrewed
systems.
.................................. Long-range maneuvering projectiles [7,000]
.................................. Marine Corps realignment-- [6,000]
Autonomous Low Profile Vessel.
020 0603651M JOINT NON-LETHAL WEAPONS 16,188 16,188
TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT.
021 0603673N FUTURE NAVAL CAPABILITIES ADVANCED 262,869 265,869
TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT.
.................................. Integration of aligned Carbon [3,000]
Nanotube Technology onto mission-
critical Navy systems.
022 0603680N MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM.. 63,084 63,084
023 0603729N WARFIGHTER PROTECTION ADVANCED 5,105 5,105
TECHNOLOGY.
024 0603758N NAVY WARFIGHTING EXPERIMENTS AND 97,615 97,615
DEMONSTRATIONS.
025 0603782N MINE AND EXPEDITIONARY WARFARE 2,050 2,050
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY.
026 0603801N INNOVATIVE NAVAL PROTOTYPES (INP) 131,288 131,288
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT.
.................................. SUBTOTAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY 980,163 998,663
DEVELOPMENT.
..................................
.................................. ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT AND
PROTOTYPES
027 0603128N UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEM............ 99,940 99,940
028 0603178N LARGE UNMANNED SURFACE VEHICLES 53,964 53,964
(LUSV).
029 0603207N AIR/OCEAN TACTICAL APPLICATIONS... 41,765 50,765
.................................. Autonomous surface and underwater [9,000]
dual-modality vehicles.
030 0603216N AVIATION SURVIVABILITY............ 23,115 23,115
031 0603239N NAVAL CONSTRUCTION FORCES......... 7,866 12,866
.................................. Autonomy Kits for Port and [5,000]
Airfield damage Repair.
032 0603254N ASW SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT........... 20,033 20,033
033 0603261N TACTICAL AIRBORNE RECONNAISSANCE.. 3,358 3,358
034 0603382N ADVANCED COMBAT SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY 2,051 2,051
035 0603502N SURFACE AND SHALLOW WATER MINE 29,421 35,421
COUNTERMEASURES.
.................................. Program increase.................. [6,000]
036 0603506N SURFACE SHIP TORPEDO DEFENSE...... 4,790 4,790
037 0603512N CARRIER SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT....... 5,659 5,659
038 0603525N PILOT FISH........................ 1,007,324 982,324
.................................. Classified adjustment............. [-25,000]
040 0603536N RETRACT JUNIPER................... 199,172 199,172
041 0603542N RADIOLOGICAL CONTROL.............. 801 801
042 0603553N SURFACE ASW....................... 1,194 1,194
043 0603561N ADVANCED SUBMARINE SYSTEM 96,694 106,694
DEVELOPMENT.
.................................. Advanced submarine hull coatings.. [10,000]
044 0603562N SUBMARINE TACTICAL WARFARE SYSTEMS 14,924 14,924
045 0603563N SHIP CONCEPT ADVANCED DESIGN...... 110,800 110,800
046 0603564N SHIP PRELIMINARY DESIGN & 52,586 52,586
FEASIBILITY STUDIES.
047 0603570N ADVANCED NUCLEAR POWER SYSTEMS.... 368,002 327,002
.................................. Project 2370 excess to need....... [-41,000]
048 0603573N ADVANCED SURFACE MACHINERY SYSTEMS 93,942 97,942
.................................. Silicon Carbide Flexible Bus Node. [4,000]
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049 0603576N CHALK EAGLE....................... 137,372 137,372
050 0603581N LITTORAL COMBAT SHIP (LCS)........ 9,132 9,132
051 0603582N COMBAT SYSTEM INTEGRATION......... 20,135 20,135
052 0603595N OHIO REPLACEMENT.................. 189,631 191,631
.................................. Advanced Composites for Wet [2,000]
Submarine Applications.
053 0603596N LCS MISSION MODULES............... 28,801 28,801
054 0603597N AUTOMATED TEST AND RE-TEST (ATRT). 10,805 10,805
055 0603599N FRIGATE DEVELOPMENT............... 107,658 105,482
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-2,176]
056 0603609N CONVENTIONAL MUNITIONS............ 8,950 8,950
057 0603635M MARINE CORPS GROUND COMBAT/SUPPORT 103,860 103,860
SYSTEM.
058 0603654N JOINT SERVICE EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE 47,339 47,339
DEVELOPMENT.
059 0603713N OCEAN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY 15,587 15,587
DEVELOPMENT.
060 0603721N ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION.......... 23,258 23,258
061 0603724N NAVY ENERGY PROGRAM............... 60,610 62,610
.................................. Marine Energy Systems for Sensors [2,000]
and Microgrids.
062 0603725N FACILITIES IMPROVEMENT............ 9,067 9,067
063 0603734N CHALK CORAL....................... 459,791 859,791
.................................. Non-traditional F2T2 Capability-- [400,000]
INDOPACOM UPL.
064 0603739N NAVY LOGISTIC PRODUCTIVITY........ 6,059 6,059
065 0603746N RETRACT MAPLE..................... 628,958 628,958
066 0603748N LINK PLUMERIA..................... 346,553 346,553
067 0603751N RETRACT ELM....................... 99,939 99,939
068 0603764M LINK EVERGREEN.................... 460,721 460,721
069 0603790N NATO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT..... 5,151 5,151
070 0603795N LAND ATTACK TECHNOLOGY............ 1,686 1,686
071 0603851M JOINT NON-LETHAL WEAPONS TESTING.. 30,263 30,263
072 0603860N JOINT PRECISION APPROACH AND 4,047 4,047
LANDING SYSTEMS--DEM/VAL.
073 0603925N DIRECTED ENERGY AND ELECTRIC 9,877 9,877
WEAPON SYSTEMS.
074 0604014N F/A -18 INFRARED SEARCH AND TRACK 8,630 8,630
(IRST).
075 0604027N DIGITAL WARFARE OFFICE............ 128,997 128,997
076 0604028N SMALL AND MEDIUM UNMANNED UNDERSEA 52,994 52,994
VEHICLES.
077 0604029N UNMANNED UNDERSEA VEHICLE CORE 68,152 68,152
TECHNOLOGIES.
078 0604030N RAPID PROTOTYPING, EXPERIMENTATION 168,855 126,641
AND DEMONSTRATION..
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-42,214]
079 0604031N LARGE UNMANNED UNDERSEA VEHICLES.. 6,874 6,874
080 0604112N GERALD R. FORD CLASS NUCLEAR 96,670 96,670
AIRCRAFT CARRIER (CVN 78--80).
082 0604127N SURFACE MINE COUNTERMEASURES...... 15,271 15,271
083 0604272N TACTICAL AIR DIRECTIONAL INFRARED 35,030 35,030
COUNTERMEASURES (TADIRCM).
084 0604289M NEXT GENERATION LOGISTICS......... 8,114 8,114
085 0604292N FUTURE VERTICAL LIFT (MARITIME 4,796 4,796
STRIKE).
086 0604295M MARINE AVIATION DEMONSTRATION/ 62,317 62,317
VALIDATION.
087 0604320M RAPID TECHNOLOGY CAPABILITY 120,392 120,392
PROTOTYPE.
088 0604454N LX (R)............................ 12,785 12,785
089 0604536N ADVANCED UNDERSEA PROTOTYPING..... 21,466 21,466
090 0604636N COUNTER UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS 14,185 14,185
(C-UAS).
091 0604659N PRECISION STRIKE WEAPONS 5,667 257,667
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM.
.................................. Nuclear-armed sea-launched cruise [252,000]
missile.
092 0604707N SPACE AND ELECTRONIC WARFARE (SEW) 8,896 8,896
ARCHITECTURE/ENGINEERING SUPPORT.
093 0604786N OFFENSIVE ANTI-SURFACE WARFARE 341,907 341,907
WEAPON DEVELOPMENT.
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094 0605512N MEDIUM UNMANNED SURFACE VEHICLES 101,838 101,838
(MUSVS)).
095 0605513N UNMANNED SURFACE VEHICLE ENABLING 92,868 92,868
CAPABILITIES.
096 0605514M GROUND BASED ANTI-SHIP MISSILE.... 50,916 50,916
097 0605516M LONG RANGE FIRES.................. 30,092 30,092
098 0605518N CONVENTIONAL PROMPT STRIKE (CPS).. 903,927 903,927
099 0303354N ASW SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT--MIP...... 7,253 7,253
100 0304240M ADVANCED TACTICAL UNMANNED 3,504 3,504
AIRCRAFT SYSTEM.
101 0304270N ELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT-- 1,395 1,395
MIP.
102 0304797N UNDERSEA ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE / 28,563 28,563
MACHINE LEARNING (AI/ML).
.................................. SUBTOTAL ADVANCED COMPONENT 7,465,005 8,044,615
DEVELOPMENT AND PROTOTYPES.
..................................
.................................. SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND
DEMONSTRATION
103 0603208N TRAINING SYSTEM AIRCRAFT.......... 26,120 26,120
104 0604038N MARITIME TARGETING CELL........... 43,301 43,301
107 0604214M AV-8B AIRCRAFT--ENG DEV........... 5,320 5,320
108 0604215N STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT............. 5,120 5,120
109 0604216N MULTI-MISSION HELICOPTER UPGRADE 60,438 60,438
DEVELOPMENT.
111 0604230N WARFARE SUPPORT SYSTEM............ 108,432 108,432
112 0604231N COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEMS....... 164,391 164,391
113 0604234N ADVANCED HAWKEYE.................. 301,384 301,384
114 0604245M H-1 UPGRADES...................... 39,023 39,023
115 0604261N ACOUSTIC SEARCH SENSORS........... 53,591 53,591
116 0604262N V-22A............................. 109,431 109,431
117 0604264N AIR CREW SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT...... 29,330 29,330
118 0604269N EA-18............................. 223,266 223,266
119 0604270N ELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT.... 189,750 189,750
120 0604273M EXECUTIVE HELO DEVELOPMENT........ 51,366 51,366
121 0604274N NEXT GENERATION JAMMER (NGJ)...... 86,721 86,721
122 0604280N JOINT TACTICAL RADIO SYSTEM--NAVY 330,559 359,159
(JTRS-NAVY).
.................................. Accelerate Fund NC3 [28,600]
Recapitalization and New
Transmission Pathways--Navy UFR.
123 0604282N NEXT GENERATION JAMMER (NGJ) 209,623 196,273
INCREMENT II.
.................................. Next Generation Jammer--Low Band.. [-13,350]
124 0604307N SURFACE COMBATANT COMBAT SYSTEM 528,234 528,234
ENGINEERING.
125 0604329N SMALL DIAMETER BOMB (SDB)......... 19,744 19,744
126 0604366N STANDARD MISSILE IMPROVEMENTS..... 468,297 450,422
.................................. EU development delays............. [-10,000]
.................................. Prior year underexecution......... [-7,875]
127 0604373N AIRBORNE MCM...................... 11,066 11,066
128 0604378N NAVAL INTEGRATED FIRE CONTROL-- 41,419 41,419
COUNTER AIR SYSTEMS ENGINEERING.
130 0604501N ADVANCED ABOVE WATER SENSORS...... 112,231 112,231
131 0604503N SSN-688 AND TRIDENT MODERNIZATION. 97,953 97,953
132 0604504N AIR CONTROL....................... 84,458 84,458
133 0604512N SHIPBOARD AVIATION SYSTEMS........ 10,742 10,742
134 0604518N COMBAT INFORMATION CENTER 10,621 10,621
CONVERSION.
135 0604522N AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE RADAR 107,924 107,924
(AMDR) SYSTEM.
136 0604530N ADVANCED ARRESTING GEAR (AAG)..... 9,142 9,142
137 0604558N NEW DESIGN SSN.................... 273,848 273,848
138 0604562N SUBMARINE TACTICAL WARFARE SYSTEM. 71,982 71,982
139 0604567N SHIP CONTRACT DESIGN/ LIVE FIRE 13,675 13,675
T&E.
140 0604574N NAVY TACTICAL COMPUTER RESOURCES.. 3,921 3,921
141 0604601N MINE DEVELOPMENT.................. 79,411 84,411
.................................. Maritime mine development and [5,000]
fielding acceleration (HHEE Inc
1).
142 0604610N LIGHTWEIGHT TORPEDO DEVELOPMENT... 137,265 122,477
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.................................. Carryover......................... [-14,788]
143 0604654N JOINT SERVICE EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE 8,810 8,810
DEVELOPMENT.
144 0604657M USMC GROUND COMBAT/SUPPORTING ARMS 33,880 33,880
SYSTEMS--ENG DEV.
145 0604703N PERSONNEL, TRAINING, SIMULATION, 10,011 10,011
AND HUMAN FACTORS.
146 0604727N JOINT STANDOFF WEAPON SYSTEMS..... 1,516 1,516
147 0604755N SHIP SELF DEFENSE (DETECT & 170,080 170,080
CONTROL).
148 0604756N SHIP SELF DEFENSE (ENGAGE: HARD 74,214 74,214
KILL).
.................................. ESSM Blk 2 software upgrades ahead [-7,880]
of need.
.................................. ESSMS system integration and test [-6,970]
ahead of need.
.................................. HVP 5-inch cUAS round............. [22,480]
.................................. NGLS excess to need............... [-7,630]
149 0604757N SHIP SELF DEFENSE (ENGAGE: SOFT 165,599 165,599
KILL/EW).
150 0604761N INTELLIGENCE ENGINEERING.......... 23,810 23,810
151 0604771N MEDICAL DEVELOPMENT............... 8,371 8,371
152 0604777N NAVIGATION/ID SYSTEM.............. 44,326 44,326
155 0604850N SSN(X)............................ 348,788 320,888
.................................. Program delay..................... [-27,900]
156 0605013M INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT 15,218 15,218
157 0605013N INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT 325,004 327,504
.................................. Program increase.................. [2,500]
158 0605024N ANTI-TAMPER TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT.... 3,317 3,317
159 0605180N TACAMO MODERNIZATION.............. 775,316 775,316
160 0605212M CH-53K RDTE....................... 86,093 86,093
161 0605215N MISSION PLANNING.................. 115,390 115,390
162 0605217N COMMON AVIONICS................... 87,053 87,053
163 0605220N SHIP TO SHORE CONNECTOR (SSC)..... 5,697 5,697
164 0605285N NEXT GENERATION FIGHTER........... 453,828 453,828
166 0605414N UNMANNED CARRIER AVIATION (UCA)... 214,919 214,919
167 0605450M JOINT AIR-TO-GROUND MISSILE (JAGM) 20,654 20,654
168 0605500N MULTI-MISSION MARITIME AIRCRAFT 39,096 39,096
(MMA).
169 0605504N MULTI-MISSION MARITIME (MMA) 134,366 134,366
INCREMENT III.
170 0605516N LONG RANGE FIRES.................. 120,728 120,728
171 0605611M MARINE CORPS ASSAULT VEHICLES 60,181 55,181
SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT &
DEMONSTRATION.
.................................. Slow expenditure rate............. [-5,000]
172 0605813M JOINT LIGHT TACTICAL VEHICLE 10,748 10,748
(JLTV) SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT &
DEMONSTRATION.
173 0204202N DDG-1000.......................... 243,042 243,042
174 0301377N COUNTERING ADVANCED CONVENTIONAL 19,517 19,517
WEAPONS (CACW).
175 0302315N NON-KINETIC COUNTERMEASURE SUPPORT 8,324 8,324
179 0304785N ISR & INFO OPERATIONS............. 188,392 188,392
180 0306250M CYBER OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY 7,581 7,581
DEVELOPMENT.
.................................. SUBTOTAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND 7,942,968 7,900,155
DEMONSTRATION.
..................................
.................................. MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
181 0604256N THREAT SIMULATOR DEVELOPMENT...... 25,823 25,823
182 0604258N TARGET SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT........ 17,224 17,224
183 0604759N MAJOR T&E INVESTMENT.............. 65,672 65,672
184 0605152N STUDIES AND ANALYSIS SUPPORT--NAVY 6,216 6,216
185 0605154N CENTER FOR NAVAL ANALYSES......... 43,648 43,648
187 0605804N TECHNICAL INFORMATION SERVICES.... 1,009 1,009
188 0605853N MANAGEMENT, TECHNICAL & 137,521 137,521
INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT.
189 0605856N STRATEGIC TECHNICAL SUPPORT....... 3,536 3,536
190 0605863N RDT&E SHIP AND AIRCRAFT SUPPORT... 152,176 152,176
191 0605864N TEST AND EVALUATION SUPPORT....... 477,823 477,823
192 0605865N OPERATIONAL TEST AND EVALUATION 30,603 30,603
CAPABILITY.
193 0605866N NAVY SPACE AND ELECTRONIC WARFARE 23,668 23,668
(SEW) SUPPORT.
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194 0605867N SEW SURVEILLANCE/RECONNAISSANCE 6,390 6,390
SUPPORT.
195 0605873M MARINE CORPS PROGRAM WIDE SUPPORT. 32,700 32,700
196 0605898N MANAGEMENT HQ--R&D................ 42,381 42,381
197 0606295M MARINE AVIATION DEVELOPMENTAL 5,000 5,000
MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT.
198 0606355N WARFARE INNOVATION MANAGEMENT..... 50,652 50,652
199 0305327N INSIDER THREAT.................... 2,920 2,920
200 0902498N MANAGEMENT HEADQUARTERS 2,234 2,234
(DEPARTMENTAL SUPPORT ACTIVITIES).
.................................. SUBTOTAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT....... 1,127,196 1,127,196
..................................
.................................. OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
203 0604840M F-35 C2D2......................... 480,759 480,759
204 0604840N F-35 C2D2......................... 466,186 466,186
205 0605520M MARINE CORPS AIR DEFENSE WEAPONS 74,119 88,519
SYSTEMS.
.................................. Counter UAS high powered microwave [14,400]
acceleration.
206 0607658N COOPERATIVE ENGAGEMENT CAPABILITY 142,552 142,552
(CEC).
207 0101221N STRATEGIC SUB & WEAPONS SYSTEM 403,494 403,494
SUPPORT.
208 0101224N SSBN SECURITY TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM.. 61,012 61,012
209 0101226N SUBMARINE ACOUSTIC WARFARE 96,667 96,667
DEVELOPMENT.
210 0101402N NAVY STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS..... 29,743 29,743
211 0204136N F/A-18 SQUADRONS.................. 374,194 374,194
212 0204228N SURFACE SUPPORT................... 8,420 8,420
213 0204229N TOMAHAWK AND TOMAHAWK MISSION 200,739 199,150
PLANNING CENTER (TMPC).
.................................. Product development ahead of need. [-1,589]
214 0204311N INTEGRATED SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM.... 72,473 72,473
215 0204313N SHIP-TOWED ARRAY SURVEILLANCE 1,428 1,428
SYSTEMS.
216 0204413N AMPHIBIOUS TACTICAL SUPPORT UNITS 2,238 2,238
(DISPLACEMENT CRAFT).
217 0204460M GROUND/AIR TASK ORIENTED RADAR (G/ 51,346 45,946
ATOR).
.................................. Slow expenditure rate............. [-5,400]
218 0204571N CONSOLIDATED TRAINING SYSTEMS 159,648 159,648
DEVELOPMENT.
219 0204575N ELECTRONIC WARFARE (EW) READINESS 139,164 139,164
SUPPORT.
220 0205601N ANTI-RADIATION MISSILE IMPROVEMENT 28,682 28,682
221 0205620N SURFACE ASW COMBAT SYSTEM 29,887 29,887
INTEGRATION.
222 0205632N MK-48 ADCAP....................... 164,935 184,935
.................................. NSWC INDIAN HEAD explosive fill... [20,000]
223 0205633N AVIATION IMPROVEMENTS............. 136,276 136,276
224 0205675N OPERATIONAL NUCLEAR POWER SYSTEMS. 167,098 167,098
225 0206313M MARINE CORPS COMMUNICATIONS 145,343 151,343
SYSTEMS.
.................................. Marine Corps realignment--MEGFOS-M [6,000]
226 0206335M COMMON AVIATION COMMAND AND 18,332 18,332
CONTROL SYSTEM (CAC2S).
227 0206623M MARINE CORPS GROUND COMBAT/ 77,377 75,377
SUPPORTING ARMS SYSTEMS.
.................................. Slow expenditure rate............. [-2,000]
228 0206624M MARINE CORPS COMBAT SERVICES 33,641 33,641
SUPPORT.
229 0206625M USMC INTELLIGENCE/ELECTRONIC 37,372 37,372
WARFARE SYSTEMS (MIP).
231 0207161N TACTICAL AIM MISSILES............. 31,359 31,359
232 0207163N ADVANCED MEDIUM RANGE AIR-TO-AIR 29,638 29,638
MISSILE (AMRAAM).
233 0208043N PLANNING AND DECISION AID SYSTEM 3,559 3,559
(PDAS).
237 0303138N AFLOAT NETWORKS................... 56,915 69,215
.................................. Accelerate Fund NC3 [12,300]
Recapitalization and New
Transmission Pathways--Navy UFR.
238 0303140N INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY 35,339 35,339
PROGRAM.
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239 0305192N MILITARY INTELLIGENCE PROGRAM 7,239 7,239
(MIP) ACTIVITIES.
242 0305208M DISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE 45,550 45,550
SYSTEMS.
243 0305220N MQ-4C TRITON...................... 14,402 14,402
245 0305232M RQ-11 UAV......................... 2,016 2,016
247 0305241N MULTI-INTELLIGENCE SENSOR 40,267 40,267
DEVELOPMENT.
248 0305242M UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS (UAS) 10,917 10,917
PAYLOADS (MIP).
250 0305421N MQ-4C TRITON MODERNIZATION........ 444,042 444,042
251 0307577N INTELLIGENCE MISSION DATA (IMD)... 793 793
252 0308601N MODELING AND SIMULATION SUPPORT... 10,927 10,927
253 0702207N DEPOT MAINTENANCE (NON-IF)........ 28,799 28,799
254 0708730N MARITIME TECHNOLOGY (MARITECH).... 4,326 4,326
9999 9999999999 CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS............... 2,235,339 2,235,339
.................................. SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEM 6,604,552 6,648,263
DEVELOPMENT.
..................................
.................................. SOFTWARE AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
PILOT PROGRAMS
255 0608013N RISK MANAGEMENT INFORMATION-- 14,522 14,522
SOFTWARE PILOT PROGRAM.
256 0608231N MARITIME TACTICAL COMMAND AND 10,289 10,289
CONTROL (MTC2)--SOFTWARE PILOT
PROGRAM.
.................................. SUBTOTAL SOFTWARE AND DIGITAL 24,811 24,811
TECHNOLOGY PILOT PROGRAMS.
..................................
.................................. TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST 25,697,815 26,356,323
& EVAL, NAVY.
..................................
.................................. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST &
EVAL, AF
.................................. BASIC RESEARCH
001 0601102F DEFENSE RESEARCH SCIENCES......... 361,930 369,430
.................................. Innovation of quantum materials... [7,500]
002 0601103F UNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVES... 143,372 143,372
.................................. SUBTOTAL BASIC RESEARCH........... 505,302 512,802
..................................
.................................. APPLIED RESEARCH
003 0602020F FUTURE AF CAPABILITIES APPLIED 85,477 85,477
RESEARCH.
004 0602022F UNIVERSITY AFFILIATED RESEARCH 8,225 8,225
CENTER (UARC)--TACTICAL AUTONOMY.
005 0602102F MATERIALS......................... 142,336 152,336
.................................. Advanced materials science for [10,000]
manufacturing research.
006 0602201F AEROSPACE VEHICLE TECHNOLOGIES.... 5,235 5,235
007 0602202F HUMAN EFFECTIVENESS APPLIED 138,204 138,204
RESEARCH.
008 0602203F AEROSPACE PROPULSION.............. 339,477 346,977
.................................. High mach turbine engine.......... [2,500]
.................................. High-hypersonic detonation [5,000]
propulsion research and
technology.
009 0602204F AEROSPACE SENSORS................. 193,029 193,029
011 0602298F SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT-- 9,662 9,662
MAJOR HEADQUARTERS ACTIVITIES.
012 0602602F CONVENTIONAL MUNITIONS............ 138,497 138,497
013 0602605F DIRECTED ENERGY TECHNOLOGY........ 114,962 117,462
.................................. Program increase.................. [2,500]
014 0602788F DOMINANT INFORMATION SCIENCES AND 176,333 183,833
METHODS.
.................................. Autonomy and AI research.......... [2,500]
.................................. Future Flag Testbed............... [5,000]
.................................. SUBTOTAL APPLIED RESEARCH......... 1,351,437 1,378,937
..................................
.................................. ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
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015 0603032F FUTURE AF INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGY 248,506 238,506
DEMOS.
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-10,000]
016 0603112F ADVANCED MATERIALS FOR WEAPON 29,661 29,661
SYSTEMS.
017 0603199F SUSTAINMENT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 12,558 10,478
(S&T).
.................................. Excess growth..................... [-2,080]
018 0603203F ADVANCED AEROSPACE SENSORS........ 37,935 37,935
019 0603211F AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY DEV/DEMO..... 102,529 86,219
.................................. Reusable Hypersonic Rocket Engine [2,500]
Flight Demo.
.................................. Unjustified growth................ [-18,810]
020 0603216F AEROSPACE PROPULSION AND POWER 5,000
TECHNOLOGY.
.................................. Medium-Scale CCA Propulsion....... [5,000]
021 0603270F ELECTRONIC COMBAT TECHNOLOGY...... 36,445 36,445
022 0603273F SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FOR NUCLEAR 91,885 91,885
RE-ENTRY SYSTEMS.
024 0603456F HUMAN EFFECTIVENESS ADVANCED 19,568 19,568
TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT.
025 0603601F CONVENTIONAL WEAPONS TECHNOLOGY... 125,460 125,460
026 0603605F ADVANCED WEAPONS TECHNOLOGY....... 25,050 25,050
027 0603680F MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM.. 34,730 37,730
.................................. Affordable composites for [1,000]
hypersonic systems.
.................................. Classified additive manufacturing [2,000]
research.
028 0603788F BATTLESPACE KNOWLEDGE DEVELOPMENT 26,172 26,172
AND DEMONSTRATION.
029 0604776F DEPLOYMENT & DISTRIBUTION 27,762 25,002
ENTERPRISE R&D.
.................................. Unjustified growth................ [-2,760]
030 0207412F CONTROL AND REPORTING CENTER (CRC) 2,012 2,012
.................................. SUBTOTAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY 820,273 797,123
DEVELOPMENT.
..................................
.................................. ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT AND
PROTOTYPES
032 0603260F INTELLIGENCE ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT. 3,820 3,820
033 0603742F COMBAT IDENTIFICATION TECHNOLOGY.. 24,799 24,799
034 0603790F NATO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT..... 4,498 4,498
035 0603851F INTERCONTINENTAL BALLISTIC 119,197 111,197
MISSILE--DEM/VAL.
.................................. Insufficient Justification........ [-8,000]
036 0604001F NC3 ADVANCED CONCEPTS............. 10,148 5,548
.................................. Unjustified growth................ [-4,600]
037 0604003F ADVANCED BATTLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 743,842 642,060
(ABMS).
.................................. Unjustified growth................ [-101,782]
038 0604004F ADVANCED ENGINE DEVELOPMENT....... 562,337 30,000
.................................. Air Force requested transfer to [-532,337]
line 38A.
038A 0604004FA NEXT GENERATION ADAPTIVE 532,337
PROPULSION.
.................................. Air Force requested transfer from [532,337]
line 38.
039 0604005F NC3 COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT & 68,124 68,124
PROTOTYPING.
041 0604007F E-7............................... 418,513 401,577
.................................. E-7--Slow Expenditure............. [-16,936]
042 0604009F AFWERX PRIME...................... 20,580 30,580
.................................. Program increase.................. [10,000]
043 0604015F LONG RANGE STRIKE--BOMBER......... 2,654,073 2,654,073
044 0604025F RAPID DEFENSE EXPERIMENTATION 75,051 75,051
RESERVE (RDER).
045 0604032F DIRECTED ENERGY PROTOTYPING....... 3,712 3,712
047 0604183F HYPERSONICS PROTOTYPING-- 516,971 516,971
HYPERSONIC ATTACK CRUISE MISSILE
(HACM).
049 0604257F ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND SENSORS... 24,204 24,204
050 0604288F SURVIVABLE AIRBORNE OPERATIONS 1,687,500 1,546,875
CENTER (SAOC).
.................................. Late contract award............... [-140,625]
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051 0604317F TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER............... 3,485 3,485
052 0604327F HARD AND DEEPLY BURIED TARGET 154,417 144,417
DEFEAT SYSTEM (HDBTDS) PROGRAM.
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-10,000]
053 0604414F CYBER RESILIENCY OF WEAPON SYSTEMS- 59,539 59,539
ACS.
055 0604609F REQUIREMENTS ANALYSIS & CONCEPT 22,667 12,622
MATURATION.
.................................. Unjustified request............... [-10,045]
056 0604668F JOINT TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT 174,723 108,094
SYSTEM (JTMS).
.................................. Excess to need.................... [-65,329]
.................................. Projected underexecution.......... [-1,300]
057 0604776F DEPLOYMENT & DISTRIBUTION 4,840 4,840
ENTERPRISE R&D.
058 0604858F TECH TRANSITION PROGRAM........... 234,342 287,342
.................................. Accelerate experimentation and [50,000]
prototyping including for
advanced low-cost weapons.
.................................. Air Force Research Lab [14,500]
stratospheric balloon
experimentation project.
.................................. Funding carryover................. [-11,500]
059 0604860F OPERATIONAL ENERGY AND 63,194 43,694
INSTALLATION RESILIENCE.
.................................. Unjustified growth................ [-19,500]
060 0605057F NEXT GENERATION AIR-REFUELING 7,014 7,014
SYSTEM.
061 0605164F AIR REFUELING CAPABILITY 13,661 13,661
MODERNIZATION.
062 0606005F DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OFFICE..... 9,800 14,600
.................................. Software integration laboratory [4,800]
modernization.
064 0207110F NEXT GENERATION AIR DOMINANCE..... 3,306,355 3,275,435
.................................. Program delay..................... [-30,920]
065 0207179F AUTONOMOUS COLLABORATIVE PLATFORMS 51,666 51,666
066 0207420F COMBAT IDENTIFICATION............. 1,914 1,914
067 0207431F COMBAT AIR INTELLIGENCE SYSTEM 18,733 0
ACTIVITIES.
.................................. Air Force requested transfer to [-18,733]
line 67A.
067A 0607431FA AIR FORCE ISR DIGITAL 18,733
INFRASTRUCTURE.
.................................. Air Force requested transfer from [18,733]
line 67.
068 0207448F C2ISR TACTICAL DATA LINK.......... 42,371 42,371
069 0207455F THREE DIMENSIONAL LONG-RANGE RADAR 8,100 8,100
(3DELRR).
070 0207522F AIRBASE AIR DEFENSE SYSTEMS 17,273 17,273
(ABADS).
071 0207606F JOINT SIMULATION ENVIRONMENT (JSE) 191,337 179,615
.................................. JSE-XA ahead of need.............. [-11,722]
072 0208030F WAR RESERVE MATERIEL--AMMUNITION.. 5,226 5,226
073 0305236F COMMON DATA LINK EXECUTIVE AGENT 33,349 33,349
(CDL EA).
074 0305601F MISSION PARTNER ENVIRONMENTS...... 22,028 22,028
077 0708051F RAPID SUSTAINMENT MODERNIZATION 37,044 52,044
(RSM).
.................................. CBM+.............................. [15,000]
078 0808736F SPECIAL VICTIM ACCOUNTABILITY AND 3,006 3,006
INVESTIGATION.
079 0808737F INTEGRATED PRIMARY PREVENTION..... 5,364 5,364
080 0901410F CONTRACTING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 28,995 28,995
SYSTEM.
081 1206415F U.S. SPACE COMMAND RESEARCH AND 28,392 28,392
DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT.
.................................. SUBTOTAL ADVANCED COMPONENT 11,486,204 11,148,245
DEVELOPMENT AND PROTOTYPES.
..................................
.................................. SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND
DEMONSTRATION
082 0604200F FUTURE ADVANCED WEAPON ANALYSIS & 7,205 13,205
PROGRAMS.
.................................. RAACM............................. [6,000]
083 0604201F PNT RESILIENCY, MODS, AND 217,662 217,662
IMPROVEMENTS.
084 0604222F NUCLEAR WEAPONS SUPPORT........... 70,823 70,823
085 0604270F ELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT.... 19,264 19,264
086 0604281F TACTICAL DATA NETWORKS ENTERPRISE. 78,480 78,480
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087 0604287F PHYSICAL SECURITY EQUIPMENT....... 10,569 10,569
088 0604336F HARD AND DEEPLY BURIED TARGET 39,079 39,079
DEFEAT SYSTEM (HDBTDS)
PROTOTYPING.
089 0604602F ARMAMENT/ORDNANCE DEVELOPMENT..... 7,157 7,157
090 0604604F SUBMUNITIONS...................... 3,427 3,427
091 0604617F AGILE COMBAT SUPPORT.............. 24,178 24,178
092 0604706F LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS.............. 25,502 25,502
093 0604735F COMBAT TRAINING RANGES............ 224,783 209,138
.................................. Excess growth--ARTS-V............. [-15,645]
094 0604932F LONG RANGE STANDOFF WEAPON........ 623,491 623,491
095 0604933F ICBM FUZE MODERNIZATION........... 10,408 8,378
.................................. Unjustified request............... [-2,030]
098 0605056F OPEN ARCHITECTURE MANAGEMENT...... 41,223 41,223
100 0605223F ADVANCED PILOT TRAINING........... 83,985 83,985
102 0605238F GROUND BASED STRATEGIC DETERRENT 3,721,024 3,921,024
EMD.
.................................. Program increase: Sentinel [200,000]
industrial base risk reduction
and prototyping.
104 0207279F ISOLATED PERSONNEL SURVIVABILITY 10,020 10,020
AND RECOVERY.
105 0207328F STAND IN ATTACK WEAPON............ 375,528 375,528
106 0207701F FULL COMBAT MISSION TRAINING...... 7,754 7,754
111 0305155F THEATER NUCLEAR WEAPON STORAGE & 9,018 9,018
SECURITY SYSTEM.
113 0401221F KC-46A TANKER SQUADRONS........... 93,620 93,620
114 0401319F VC-25B............................ 433,943 325,457
.................................. Program delay..................... [-108,486]
115 0701212F AUTOMATED TEST SYSTEMS............ 26,640 26,640
116 0804772F TRAINING DEVELOPMENTS............. 4,960 4,960
117 1203176F COMBAT SURVIVOR EVADER LOCATOR.... 2,269 2,269
.................................. SUBTOTAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND 6,172,012 6,251,851
DEMONSTRATION.
..................................
.................................. MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
118 0604256F THREAT SIMULATOR DEVELOPMENT...... 19,927 19,927
119 0604759F MAJOR T&E INVESTMENT.............. 74,228 74,228
120 0605101F RAND PROJECT AIR FORCE............ 39,720 39,720
122 0605712F INITIAL OPERATIONAL TEST & 14,247 14,247
EVALUATION.
123 0605807F TEST AND EVALUATION SUPPORT....... 936,913 940,013
.................................. Digital Test Facility Models...... [3,100]
124 0605827F ACQ WORKFORCE- GLOBAL VIG & COMBAT 316,924 316,924
SYS.
125 0605828F ACQ WORKFORCE- GLOBAL REACH....... 496,740 496,740
126 0605829F ACQ WORKFORCE- CYBER, NETWORK, & 521,987 511,987
BUS SYS.
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-10,000]
128 0605831F ACQ WORKFORCE- CAPABILITY 262,349 262,349
INTEGRATION.
129 0605832F ACQ WORKFORCE- ADVANCED PRGM 69,319 69,319
TECHNOLOGY.
130 0605833F ACQ WORKFORCE- NUCLEAR SYSTEMS.... 343,180 343,180
131 0605898F MANAGEMENT HQ--R&D................ 6,291 6,291
132 0605976F FACILITIES RESTORATION AND 94,828 94,828
MODERNIZATION--TEST AND
EVALUATION SUPPORT.
133 0605978F FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT--TEST AND 63,579 63,579
EVALUATION SUPPORT.
134 0606017F REQUIREMENTS ANALYSIS AND 41,550 37,450
MATURATION.
.................................. Funding carryover................. [-4,100]
135 0606398F MANAGEMENT HQ--T&E................ 7,647 7,647
137 0303255F COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATION, 19,607 32,607
AND COMPUTERS (C4)--STRATCOM.
.................................. NC3 Research Architecture and [3,000]
Collaboration Hub (REACH).
.................................. NC3 STRATCOM...................... [10,000]
138 0308602F ENTEPRISE INFORMATION SERVICES 104,133 104,133
(EIS).
139 0702806F ACQUISITION AND MANAGEMENT SUPPORT 25,216 25,216
140 0804731F GENERAL SKILL TRAINING............ 10 6,010
.................................. Cyber workforce training ranges... [6,000]
141 0804776F ADVANCED DISTRIBUTED LEARNING..... 1,652 1,652
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143 1001004F INTERNATIONAL ACTIVITIES.......... 4,590 4,590
.................................. SUBTOTAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT....... 3,464,637 3,472,637
..................................
.................................. OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
144 0604233F SPECIALIZED UNDERGRADUATE FLIGHT 39,667 39,667
TRAINING.
145 0604281F TACTICAL DATA NETWORKS ENTERPRISE. 22 22
146 0604283F BATTLE MGMT COM & CTRL SENSOR 100,183 100,183
DEVELOPMENT.
147 0604445F WIDE AREA SURVEILLANCE............ 21,443 21,443
150 0604840F F-35 C2D2......................... 1,124,207 1,124,207
151 0605018F AF INTEGRATED PERSONNEL AND PAY 49,739 49,739
SYSTEM (AF-IPPS).
152 0605024F ANTI-TAMPER TECHNOLOGY EXECUTIVE 65,792 65,792
AGENCY.
153 0605117F FOREIGN MATERIEL ACQUISITION AND 94,188 94,188
EXPLOITATION.
154 0605229F HH-60W............................ 52,314 52,314
155 0605278F HC/MC-130 RECAP RDT&E............. 24,934 24,934
156 0606018F NC3 INTEGRATION................... 21,864 21,864
157 0101113F B-52 SQUADRONS.................... 1,045,570 1,045,570
158 0101122F AIR-LAUNCHED CRUISE MISSILE (ALCM) 542 542
159 0101126F B-1B SQUADRONS.................... 17,939 17,939
160 0101127F B-2 SQUADRONS..................... 41,212 41,212
161 0101213F MINUTEMAN SQUADRONS............... 62,550 62,550
162 0101316F WORLDWIDE JOINT STRATEGIC 13,690 13,690
COMMUNICATIONS.
163 0101318F SERVICE SUPPORT TO STRATCOM-- 7,330 7,330
GLOBAL STRIKE.
165 0101328F ICBM REENTRY VEHICLES............. 629,928 590,719
.................................. Reduce carryover.................. [-39,209]
168 0102326F REGION/SECTOR OPERATION CONTROL 852 852
CENTER MODERNIZATION PROGRAM.
169 0102412F NORTH WARNING SYSTEM (NWS)........ 103 103
170 0102417F OVER-THE-HORIZON BACKSCATTER RADAR 383,575 383,575
171 0202834F VEHICLES AND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT-- 6,097 6,097
GENERAL.
172 0205219F MQ-9 UAV.......................... 7,074 7,074
173 0205671F JOINT COUNTER RCIED ELECTRONIC 3,372 3,372
WARFARE.
176 0207133F F-16 SQUADRONS.................... 106,952 106,952
177 0207134F F-15E SQUADRONS................... 178,603 178,603
178 0207136F MANNED DESTRUCTIVE SUPPRESSION.... 16,182 16,182
179 0207138F F-22A SQUADRONS................... 768,561 761,382
.................................. Early to need..................... [-7,179]
180 0207142F F-35 SQUADRONS.................... 47,132 47,132
181 0207146F F-15EX............................ 56,228 56,228
182 0207161F TACTICAL AIM MISSILES............. 34,932 34,932
183 0207163F ADVANCED MEDIUM RANGE AIR-TO-AIR 53,593 53,593
MISSILE (AMRAAM).
184 0207227F COMBAT RESCUE--PARARESCUE......... 743 743
185 0207238F E-11A............................. 64,127 55,332
.................................. E-11A--Slow Expenditure........... [-8,795]
186 0207247F AF TENCAP......................... 50,263 50,263
187 0207249F PRECISION ATTACK SYSTEMS 12,723 12,723
PROCUREMENT.
188 0207253F COMPASS CALL...................... 132,475 132,475
189 0207268F AIRCRAFT ENGINE COMPONENT 68,743 66,609
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
.................................. Unjustified growth................ [-2,134]
190 0207325F JOINT AIR-TO-SURFACE STANDOFF 183,532 183,532
MISSILE (JASSM).
191 0207327F SMALL DIAMETER BOMB (SDB)......... 29,910 29,910
192 0207410F AIR & SPACE OPERATIONS CENTER 71,442 65,102
(AOC).
.................................. Funding carryover................. [-6,340]
193 0207412F CONTROL AND REPORTING CENTER (CRC) 18,473 18,473
195 0207418F AFSPECWAR--TACP................... 2,206 2,206
[[Page 138 STAT. 2359]]
197 0207431F COMBAT AIR INTELLIGENCE SYSTEM 46,702 37,257
ACTIVITIES.
.................................. Air Force requested transfer to [-9,445]
line 197A.
197A 0207431F AF JWICS ENTERPRISE............... 9,445
.................................. Air Force requested transfer from [9,445]
197.
198 0207438F THEATER BATTLE MANAGEMENT (TBM) 4,873 4,873
C4I.
199 0207439F ELECTRONIC WARFARE INTEGRATED 17,149 17,149
REPROGRAMMING (EWIR).
200 0207444F TACTICAL AIR CONTROL PARTY-MOD.... 12,171 12,171
201 0207452F DCAPES............................ 8,431 8,431
202 0207521F AIR FORCE CALIBRATION PROGRAMS.... 2,223 2,223
203 0207573F NATIONAL TECHNICAL NUCLEAR 2,060 2,060
FORENSICS.
204 0207590F SEEK EAGLE........................ 34,985 34,985
207 0207697F DISTRIBUTED TRAINING AND EXERCISES 4,847 4,847
208 0207701F FULL COMBAT MISSION TRAINING...... 7,048 7,048
209 0208006F MISSION PLANNING SYSTEMS.......... 92,566 92,566
210 0208007F TACTICAL DECEPTION................ 539 539
212 0208087F DISTRIBUTED CYBER WARFARE 29,996 29,996
OPERATIONS.
213 0208088F AF DEFENSIVE CYBERSPACE OPERATIONS 113,218 113,218
219 0208288F INTEL DATA APPLICATIONS........... 988 988
220 0301025F GEOBASE........................... 1,002 1,002
222 0301113F CYBER SECURITY INTELLIGENCE 18,141 18,141
SUPPORT.
228 0301377F COUNTERING ADVANCED CONVENTIONAL 1,668 1,668
WEAPONS (CACW).
230 0301401F AF MULTI-DOMAIN NON-TRADITIONAL 3,436 3,936
ISR BATTLESPACE AWARENESS.
.................................. United States Cyber Command [500]
cooperation with Jordan.
231 0302015F E-4B NATIONAL AIRBORNE OPERATIONS 40,441 40,441
CENTER (NAOC).
232 0302315F NON-KINETIC COUNTERMEASURE SUPPORT 15,180 15,180
233 0303004F EIT CONNECT....................... 32,960 32,960
234 0303089F CYBERSPACE AND DODIN OPERATIONS... 9,776 9,776
235 0303131F MINIMUM ESSENTIAL EMERGENCY 25,500 25,500
COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK (MEECN).
236 0303133F HIGH FREQUENCY RADIO SYSTEMS...... 8,667 8,667
237 0303140F INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY 94,424 94,424
PROGRAM.
238 0303248F ALL DOMAIN COMMON PLATFORM........ 82,927 82,927
239 0303260F JOINT MILITARY DECEPTION 7,324 7,324
INITIATIVE.
240 0304100F STRATEGIC MISSION PLANNING & 69,441 69,441
EXECUTION SYSTEM (SMPES).
243 0304260F AIRBORNE SIGINT ENTERPRISE........ 85,284 85,284
244 0304310F COMMERCIAL ECONOMIC ANALYSIS...... 4,719 4,719
247 0305015F C2 AIR OPERATIONS SUITE--C2 INFO 13,524 13,524
SERVICES.
248 0305020F CCMD INTELLIGENCE INFORMATION 1,836 1,836
TECHNOLOGY.
249 0305022F ISR MODERNIZATION & AUTOMATION 22,909 22,909
DVMT (IMAD).
250 0305099F GLOBAL AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT 5,151 5,151
(GATM).
251 0305103F CYBER SECURITY INITIATIVE......... 304 304
252 0305111F WEATHER SERVICE................... 31,372 36,372
.................................. Air Force commercial weather data [5,000]
acquisition.
253 0305114F AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL, APPROACH, AND 15,143 15,143
LANDING SYSTEM (ATCALS).
254 0305116F AERIAL TARGETS.................... 7,685 7,685
257 0305128F SECURITY AND INVESTIGATIVE 481 481
ACTIVITIES.
258 0305146F DEFENSE JOINT COUNTERINTELLIGENCE 6,387 6,387
ACTIVITIES.
259 0305158F TACTICAL TERMINAL................. 1,002 1,002
260 0305179F INTEGRATED BROADCAST SERVICE (IBS) 16,006 16,006
262 0305206F AIRBORNE RECONNAISSANCE SYSTEMS... 84,363 106,663
.................................. Long Endurance Airborne ISR-- [22,300]
AFRICOM.
263 0305207F MANNED RECONNAISSANCE SYSTEMS..... 16,323 16,323
264 0305208F DISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE 86,476 86,476
SYSTEMS.
265 0305220F RQ-4 UAV.......................... 9,516 9,516
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266 0305221F NETWORK-CENTRIC COLLABORATIVE 8,952 8,952
TARGETING.
267 0305238F NATO AGS.......................... 865 865
268 0305240F SUPPORT TO DCGS ENTERPRISE........ 30,932 30,932
269 0305600F INTERNATIONAL INTELLIGENCE 18,670 18,670
TECHNOLOGY AND ARCHITECTURES.
271 0305984F PERSONNEL RECOVERY COMMAND & CTRL 2,831 2,831
(PRC2).
272 0307577F INTELLIGENCE MISSION DATA (IMD)... 3,658 3,658
274 0401119F C-5 AIRLIFT SQUADRONS (IF)........ 33,003 33,003
275 0401130F C-17 AIRCRAFT (IF)................ 17,395 17,395
276 0401132F C-130J PROGRAM.................... 34,423 63,423
.................................. Program increase: Non-recurring [29,000]
engineering for polar airlift
aircraft.
277 0401134F LARGE AIRCRAFT IR COUNTERMEASURES 7,768 7,768
(LAIRCM).
278 0401218F KC-135S........................... 31,977 31,977
279 0401318F CV-22............................. 26,249 26,249
280 0408011F SPECIAL TACTICS / COMBAT CONTROL.. 9,421 9,421
282 0708610F LOGISTICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 11,895 11,895
(LOGIT).
283 0801380F AF LVC OPERATIONAL TRAINING (LVC- 29,815 29,815
OT).
284 0804743F OTHER FLIGHT TRAINING............. 2,319 2,319
285 0901202F JOINT PERSONNEL RECOVERY AGENCY... 2,320 2,320
286 0901218F CIVILIAN COMPENSATION PROGRAM..... 4,267 4,267
287 0901220F PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION.......... 3,163 3,163
288 0901226F AIR FORCE STUDIES AND ANALYSIS 18,937 17,037
AGENCY.
.................................. Funding carryover................. [-1,900]
289 0901538F FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INFORMATION 5,634 5,634
SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT.
290 0901554F DEFENSE ENTERPRISE ACNTNG AND MGT 57,689 57,689
SYS (DEAMS).
9999 9999999999 CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS............... 18,038,552 17,900,019
.................................. Classified adjustment............. [-153,533]
.................................. Classified adjustment A........... [15,000]
.................................. SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEM 25,308,906 25,161,616
DEVELOPMENT.
..................................
.................................. TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST 49,108,771 48,723,211
& EVAL, AF.
..................................
.................................. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST &
EVAL, SF
.................................. BASIC RESEARCH
001 0601102SF DEFENSE RESEARCH SCIENCES......... 21,349 21,349
002 0601103SF UNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVES... 14,731 14,731
.................................. SUBTOTAL BASIC RESEARCH........... 36,080 36,080
..................................
.................................. APPLIED RESEARCH
004 1206601SF SPACE TECHNOLOGY.................. 244,964 249,964
.................................. Space Modeling, Simulation, and [5,000]
Analysis Hub.
.................................. SUBTOTAL APPLIED RESEARCH......... 244,964 249,964
..................................
.................................. ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
005 1206310SF SPACE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 425,166 487,682
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT.
.................................. Defense in Depth as Mission [20,000]
Assurance for Spacecraft
Multilevel Security (DiDaMAS-MLS).
.................................. TxDES--Space Force UFR............ [42,516]
006 1206616SF SPACE ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY 138,270 138,270
DEVELOPMENT/DEMO.
.................................. SUBTOTAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY 563,436 625,952
DEVELOPMENT.
..................................
.................................. ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT AND
PROTOTYPES
007 0604002SF SPACE FORCE WEATHER SERVICES 867 867
RESEARCH.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2361]]
008 1203010SF SPACE FORCE IT, DATA ANALYTICS, 88,610 88,610
DIGITAL SOLUTIONS.
009 1203164SF NAVSTAR GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM 300,025 300,025
(USER EQUIPMENT) (SPACE).
010 1203622SF SPACE WARFIGHTING ANALYSIS........ 121,409 121,409
011 1203710SF EO/IR WEATHER SYSTEMS............. 76,391 76,391
012 1203955SF SPACE ACCESS, MOBILITY & LOGISTICS 20,000 20,000
(SAML).
013 1206410SF SPACE TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT AND 1,701,685 1,701,685
PROTOTYPING.
015 1206427SF SPACE SYSTEMS PROTOTYPE 133,739 115,852
TRANSITIONS (SSPT).
.................................. Underexecution.................... [-17,887]
016 1206438SF SPACE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY.......... 62,195 62,195
017 1206458SF TECH TRANSITION (SPACE)........... 228,547 230,547
.................................. Hybrid Space Architecture Pilot... [2,000]
018 1206730SF SPACE SECURITY AND DEFENSE PROGRAM 53,199 53,199
019 1206760SF PROTECTED TACTICAL ENTERPRISE 79,709 82,709
SERVICE (PTES).
.................................. Cloud-based beam forming [3,000]
technologies.
020 1206761SF PROTECTED TACTICAL SERVICE (PTS).. 596,996 495,742
.................................. PTS-R EMD delay................... [-46,254]
.................................. Space Force requested realignment [-55,000]
to line 71 for OCX shortfalls.
021 1206855SF EVOLVED STRATEGIC SATCOM (ESS).... 1,046,161 1,001,881
.................................. ECO/Risk excess to need........... [-6,700]
.................................. ESS C2 terminal acquisition early [-37,580]
to need.
022 1206857SF SPACE RAPID CAPABILITIES OFFICE... 11,361 80,392
.................................. Space Force requested realignment [69,031]
from line 75.
023 1206862SF TACTICALLY RESPONSIVE SPACE....... 30,052 30,052
.................................. SUBTOTAL ADVANCED COMPONENT 4,550,946 4,461,556
DEVELOPMENT AND PROTOTYPES.
..................................
.................................. SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND
DEMONSTRATION
024 1203269SF GPS III FOLLOW-ON (GPS IIIF)...... 244,752 234,657
.................................. Underexecution.................... [-10,095]
026 1206421SF COUNTERSPACE SYSTEMS.............. 37,078 37,078
027 1206422SF WEATHER SYSTEM FOLLOW-ON.......... 49,207 49,207
028 1206425SF SPACE SITUATION AWARENESS SYSTEMS. 483,605 483,605
029 1206431SF ADVANCED EHF MILSATCOM (SPACE).... 1,020 1,020
032 1206440SF NEXT-GEN OPIR--GROUND............. 558,013 558,013
033 1206442SF NEXT GENERATION OPIR.............. 202,951 192,951
.................................. Underexecution.................... [-10,000]
034 1206443SF NEXT-GEN OPIR--GEO................ 510,806 510,806
035 1206444SF NEXT-GEN OPIR--POLAR.............. 828,878 815,179
.................................. Launch support ahead of need...... [-13,699]
036 1206445SF COMMERCIAL SATCOM (COMSATCOM) 134,487 134,487
INTEGRATION.
037 1206446SF RESILIENT MISSILE WARNING MISSILE 1,730,821 1,697,821
TRACKING--LOW EARTH ORBIT (LEO).
.................................. Management reserve reduction...... [-33,000]
038 1206447SF RESILIENT MISSILE WARNING MISSILE 846,349 750,449
TRACKING--MEDIUM EARTH ORBIT
(MEO).
.................................. Epoch 2 ops and integration early [-10,000]
to need.
.................................. Management services excess to need [-10,700]
.................................. MEO vendor termination............ [-75,200]
040 1206853SF NATIONAL SECURITY SPACE LAUNCH 23,392 23,392
PROGRAM (SPACE)--EMD.
.................................. SUBTOTAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND 5,651,359 5,488,665
DEMONSTRATION.
..................................
.................................. MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
046 1206392SF ACQ WORKFORCE--SPACE & MISSILE 274,424 274,424
SYSTEMS.
047 1206398SF SPACE & MISSILE SYSTEMS CENTER-- 12,867 12,867
MHA.
049 1206759SF MAJOR T&E INVESTMENT--SPACE....... 229,665 229,665
[[Page 138 STAT. 2362]]
050 1206860SF ROCKET SYSTEMS LAUNCH PROGRAM 20,134 25,134
(SPACE).
.................................. Advanced modular solid rocket [5,000]
motor.
052 1206864SF SPACE TEST PROGRAM (STP).......... 30,279 30,279
.................................. SUBTOTAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT....... 567,369 572,369
..................................
.................................. OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
055 1203001SF FAMILY OF ADVANCED BLOS TERMINALS 2,607 2,607
(FAB-T).
056 1203040SF DCO-SPACE......................... 104,088 104,088
057 1203109SF NARROWBAND SATELLITE 228,435 228,435
COMMUNICATIONS.
058 1203110SF SATELLITE CONTROL NETWORK (SPACE). 98,572 93,572
.................................. Underexecution.................... [-5,000]
059 1203154SF LONG RANGE KILL CHAINS............ 244,121 244,121
061 1203173SF SPACE AND MISSILE TEST AND 20,844 20,844
EVALUATION CENTER.
062 1203174SF SPACE INNOVATION, INTEGRATION AND 48,900 48,900
RAPID TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT.
063 1203182SF SPACELIFT RANGE SYSTEM (SPACE).... 55,906 55,906
065 1203330SF SPACE SUPERIORITY ISR............. 28,227 28,227
067 1203873SF BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE RADARS.. 12,024 17,024
.................................. Modernization of the Perimeter [5,000]
Acquisition Radar Attack
Characterization System.
068 1203906SF NCMC--TW/AA SYSTEM................ 25,656 25,656
069 1203913SF NUDET DETECTION SYSTEM (SPACE).... 83,426 83,426
070 1203940SF SPACE SITUATION AWARENESS 120,160 125,160
OPERATIONS.
.................................. Unified Data Library.............. [5,000]
071 1206423SF GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM III-- 217,224 272,224
OPERATIONAL CONTROL SEGMENT.
.................................. Space Force requested realignment [55,000]
from line 20 for OCX shortfalls.
075 1206770SF ENTERPRISE GROUND SERVICES........ 111,284 42,253
.................................. Space Force requested realignment [-69,031]
to line 22.
076 1208053SF JOINT TACTICAL GROUND SYSTEM...... 6,937 6,937
9999 9999999999 CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS............... 5,520,323 5,380,523
.................................. Program Reduction................. [-139,800]
.................................. SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEM 6,928,734 6,779,903
DEVELOPMENT.
..................................
.................................. SOFTWARE AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
PILOT PROGRAMS
077 1208248SF SPACE DOMAIN AWARENESS/PLANNING/ 157,265 157,265
TASKING SW.
.................................. SUBTOTAL SOFTWARE AND DIGITAL 157,265 157,265
TECHNOLOGY PILOT PROGRAMS.
..................................
.................................. TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST 18,700,153 18,371,754
& EVAL, SF.
..................................
.................................. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST &
EVAL, DW
.................................. BASIC RESEARCH
001 0601000BR DTRA BASIC RESEARCH............... 15,311 15,311
002 0601101E DEFENSE RESEARCH SCIENCES......... 303,830 298,830
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-5,000]
003 0601108D8Z HIGH ENERGY LASER RESEARCH 16,518 16,518
INITIATIVES.
004 0601110D8Z BASIC RESEARCH INITIATIVES........ 77,132 97,132
.................................. Defense Established Program to [20,000]
Stimulate Competitive Research.
005 0601117E BASIC OPERATIONAL MEDICAL RESEARCH 99,048 89,143
SCIENCE.
.................................. Unjustified request............... [-9,905]
006 0601120D8Z NATIONAL DEFENSE EDUCATION PROGRAM 169,986 174,986
.................................. Program increase.................. [5,000]
007 0601228D8Z HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND 99,792 102,292
UNIVERSITIES/MINORITY
INSTITUTIONS.
.................................. Program increase.................. [2,500]
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008 0601384BP CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE 37,812 37,812
PROGRAM.
.................................. SUBTOTAL BASIC RESEARCH........... 819,429 832,024
..................................
.................................. APPLIED RESEARCH
009 0602000D8Z JOINT MUNITIONS TECHNOLOGY........ 19,373 19,373
010 0602115E BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY............. 169,198 162,601
.................................. Unjustified request............... [-6,597]
011 0602128D8Z PROMOTION AND PROTECTION 3,191 3,191
STRATEGIES.
012 0602230D8Z DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION..... 38,515 38,515
013 0602234D8Z LINCOLN LABORATORY RESEARCH 47,528 47,528
PROGRAM.
014 0602251D8Z APPLIED RESEARCH FOR THE 51,555 51,555
ADVANCEMENT OF S&T PRIORITIES.
015 0602303E INFORMATION & COMMUNICATIONS 397,266 398,188
TECHNOLOGY.
.................................. Unexplored Systems for Utility- [10,000]
Scale Quantum Computing.
.................................. Unjustified request............... [-9,078]
017 0602384BP CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE 224,777 224,777
PROGRAM.
018 0602668D8Z CYBER SECURITY RESEARCH........... 17,652 27,652
.................................. Program increase.................. [5,000]
.................................. University Consortium for [5,000]
Cybersecurity.
020 0602675D8Z SOCIAL SCIENCES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL 5,456 5,456
SECURITY.
021 0602702E TACTICAL TECHNOLOGY............... 117,935 117,935
022 0602715E MATERIALS AND BIOLOGICAL 337,772 337,772
TECHNOLOGY.
023 0602716E ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY............ 573,265 572,722
.................................. Scaling technology for [5,000]
microelectronics.
.................................. Unjustified request............... [-5,543]
024 0602718BR COUNTER WEAPONS OF MASS 174,955 165,615
DESTRUCTION APPLIED RESEARCH.
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-9,340]
025 0602751D8Z SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INSTITUTE 11,310 11,310
(SEI) APPLIED RESEARCH.
026 0602890D8Z HIGH ENERGY LASER RESEARCH........ 48,640 48,640
027 0602891D8Z FSRM MODELLING.................... 1,897 1,897
028 1160401BB SOF TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT........ 50,183 50,183
.................................. SUBTOTAL APPLIED RESEARCH......... 2,290,468 2,284,910
..................................
.................................. ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
029 0603000D8Z JOINT MUNITIONS ADVANCED 41,072 41,072
TECHNOLOGY.
030 0603021D8Z NATIONAL SECURITY INNOVATION 14,983 19,983
CAPITAL.
.................................. Enhanced payload and satellite bus [5,000]
development.
031 0603121D8Z SO/LIC ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT....... 5,176 5,176
032 0603122D8Z COMBATING TERRORISM TECHNOLOGY 76,639 154,139
SUPPORT.
.................................. United States-Israel anti-tunnel [30,000]
cooperation.
.................................. United States-Israel defense [47,500]
collaboration on emerging
technologies.
033 0603133D8Z FOREIGN COMPARATIVE TESTING....... 30,007 30,007
034 0603142D8Z MISSION ENGINEERING & INTEGRATION 110,628 110,628
(ME&I).
035 0603160BR COUNTER WEAPONS OF MASS 418,044 418,044
DESTRUCTION ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
DEVELOPMENT.
037 0603176C ADVANCED CONCEPTS AND PERFORMANCE 17,920 23,920
ASSESSMENT.
.................................. Hypersonic Kill Vehicle Hardware- [3,000]
In-The-Loop.
.................................. Kinetic, Non-Kinetic Resource [3,000]
Optimization.
038 0603180C ADVANCED RESEARCH................. 19,354 52,854
.................................. Disruptive Technologies versus [33,500]
Advanced Threats--MDA UFR.
039 0603183D8Z JOINT HYPERSONIC TECHNOLOGY 51,941 51,941
DEVELOPMENT &TRANSITION.
040 0603225D8Z JOINT DOD-DOE MUNITIONS TECHNOLOGY 19,826 19,826
DEVELOPMENT.
042 0603286E ADVANCED AEROSPACE SYSTEMS........ 269,700 252,018
[[Page 138 STAT. 2364]]
.................................. Program decrease--execution [-17,682]
adjustment.
043 0603287E SPACE PROGRAMS AND TECHNOLOGY..... 225,457 199,698
.................................. Programmatic rebaseline: DRACO.... [-16,094]
.................................. Unjustified request............... [-9,665]
044 0603288D8Z ANALYTIC ASSESSMENTS.............. 30,594 28,594
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-2,000]
045 0603289D8Z ADVANCED INNOVATIVE ANALYSIS AND 56,390 56,390
CONCEPTS.
046 0603330D8Z QUANTUM APPLICATION............... 69,290 69,290
047 0603342D8Z DEFENSE INNOVATION UNIT (DIU)..... 109,614 129,614
.................................. DIU electric boats................ [5,000]
.................................. DIU NAPP.......................... [5,000]
.................................. OnRamp Hubs....................... [5,000]
.................................. Research, design, testing, and [5,000]
evaluation to benefit foreign
partners.
048 0603375D8Z TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION............. 74,549 30,232
.................................. Program decrease--unclear [-44,317]
execution plans.
049 0603379D8Z ADVANCED TECHNICAL INTEGRATION.... 26,053 26,053
050 0603384BP CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE 230,051 230,051
PROGRAM--ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT.
052 0603618D8Z JOINT ELECTRONIC ADVANCED 20,188 18,388
TECHNOLOGY.
.................................. Program decrease--excess cost for [-1,800]
studies.
053 0603662D8Z NETWORKED COMMUNICATIONS 5,234 5,234
CAPABILITIES.
055 0603680D8Z DEFENSE-WIDE MANUFACTURING SCIENCE 190,557 190,557
AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM.
056 0603680S MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM.. 55,366 62,866
.................................. Critical Materials Supply Chain [5,000]
Research.
.................................. Program increase: Steel [2,500]
performance initiative.
057 0603712S GENERIC LOGISTICS R&D TECHNOLOGY 18,543 18,543
DEMONSTRATIONS.
058 0603716D8Z STRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 58,838 58,838
PROGRAM.
059 0603720S MICROELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY 137,246 132,246
DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT.
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-5,000]
060 0603727D8Z JOINT WARFIGHTING PROGRAM......... 2,684 2,684
061 0603739E ADVANCED ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGIES. 257,844 257,844
062 0603760E COMMAND, CONTROL AND 336,542 336,542
COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS.
063 0603766E NETWORK-CENTRIC WARFARE TECHNOLOGY 886,511 886,511
064 0603767E SENSOR TECHNOLOGY................. 267,961 267,961
066 0603781D8Z SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INSTITUTE.... 16,982 16,982
067 0603838D8Z DEFENSE INNOVATION ACCELERATION 165,798 165,798
(DIA).
068 0603924D8Z HIGH ENERGY LASER ADVANCED 110,367 110,367
TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM.
069 0603941D8Z TEST & EVALUATION SCIENCE & 268,722 278,722
TECHNOLOGY.
.................................. Program increase: MACH-TB......... [10,000]
070 0603945D8Z INTERNATIONAL INNOVATION 125,680 105,680
INITIATIVES.
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-20,000]
071 0603950D8Z NATIONAL SECURITY INNOVATION 21,322 21,322
NETWORK.
072 0604055D8Z OPERATIONAL ENERGY CAPABILITY 167,279 167,279
IMPROVEMENT.
074 1160402BB SOF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY 197,767 150,617
DEVELOPMENT.
.................................. HSVTOL............................ [-47,150]
.................................. SUBTOTAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY 5,208,719 5,204,511
DEVELOPMENT.
..................................
.................................. ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT AND
PROTOTYPES
075 0603161D8Z NUCLEAR AND CONVENTIONAL PHYSICAL 63,162 63,162
SECURITY EQUIPMENT RDT&E ADC&P.
076 0603600D8Z WALKOFF........................... 149,704 149,704
077 0603851D8Z ENVIRONMENTAL SECURITY TECHNICAL 136,513 142,513
CERTIFICATION PROGRAM.
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.................................. Environmental Security Technical [6,000]
Certification Program.
078 0603881C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE TERMINAL 367,279 307,054
DEFENSE SEGMENT.
.................................. Insufficient Justification........ [-60,225]
079 0603882C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE 768,227 768,227
MIDCOURSE DEFENSE SEGMENT.
080 0603884BP CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE 304,374 298,287
PROGRAM--DEM/VAL.
.................................. Program decrease--excess growth... [-6,087]
081 0603884C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE SENSORS. 209,002 224,502
.................................. Sensors Modeling & Simulation--MDA [15,500]
UFR.
082 0603890C BMD ENABLING PROGRAMS............. 609,406 609,406
083 0603891C SPECIAL PROGRAMS--MDA............. 495,570 615,570
.................................. Classified A Left to Right [28,000]
Integration--MDA UFR.
.................................. Classified B Fire Control Sensor [46,000]
Netting--MDA UFR.
.................................. Classified C Nonkinetic Prototype [46,000]
Demo--MDA UFR.
084 0603892C AEGIS BMD......................... 649,255 738,455
.................................. Guam Defense System--INDOPACOM UPL [89,200]
085 0603896C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE COMMAND 569,662 583,162
AND CONTROL, BATTLE MANAGEMENT
AND COMMUNICATIONS (C2BMC).
.................................. Infrastructure Modernization [13,500]
Initiative--MDA UFR.
086 0603898C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE JOINT 47,723 47,723
WARFIGHTER SUPPORT.
087 0603904C MISSILE DEFENSE INTEGRATION & 54,525 54,525
OPERATIONS CENTER (MDIOC).
088 0603906C REGARDING TRENCH.................. 27,900 27,900
089 0603907C SEA BASED X-BAND RADAR (SBX)...... 197,339 197,339
090 0603913C ISRAELI COOPERATIVE PROGRAMS...... 300,000 300,000
091 0603914C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE TEST.... 367,491 357,167
.................................. Program decrease--insufficient [-4,740]
justification.
.................................. Program decrease--previously [-5,584]
funded.
092 0603915C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE TARGETS. 604,708 629,108
.................................. Advanced reactive target [10,000]
simulation development.
.................................. Guam Defense System--INDOPACOM UPL [14,400]
093 0603923D8Z COALITION WARFARE................. 9,890 9,890
094 0604011D8Z NEXT GENERATION INFORMATION 139,427 120,827
COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (5G).
.................................. 5G for Department of Defense base [10,000]
operations.
.................................. OSD requested transfer from RDDW [-8,500]
Line 94 to OMDW Line 4GT9 to
properly align 5G resourcing.
.................................. OSD requested transfer from RDDW [-11,000]
Line 94 to PDW Line 16 to
properly align 5G resourcing.
.................................. OSD requested transfer from RDDW [-7,600]
Line 94 to RDDW Line 211 to
properly align 5G resourcing.
.................................. OSD requested transfer from RDDW [-1,500]
Line 94 to RDDW Line 94A to
properly align 5G resourcing.
094A 0604011D8 5G CROSS FUNCTIONAL TEAM.......... 1,500
.................................. OSD requested transfer from RDDW [1,500]
Line 94 to RDDW Line 94A to
properly align 5G resourcing.
095 0604016D8Z DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE CORROSION 2,637 7,137
PROGRAM.
.................................. Department of Defense Corrosion [4,500]
Policy and Oversight Office.
096 0604102C GUAM DEFENSE DEVELOPMENT.......... 415,794 492,294
.................................. Guam Defense System--INDOPACOM UPL [76,500]
099 0604125D8Z ADVANCED MANUFACTURING COMPONENTS 16,776 16,776
AND PROTOTYPES.
100 0604181C HYPERSONIC DEFENSE................ 182,283 575,283
.................................. GPI development acceleration...... [393,000]
101 0604250D8Z ADVANCED INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES.. 994,226 1,005,426
.................................. Pele.............................. [16,200]
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-5,000]
102 0604294D8Z TRUSTED & ASSURED MICROELECTRONICS 593,609 573,609
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-20,000]
[[Page 138 STAT. 2366]]
103 0604331D8Z RAPID PROTOTYPING PROGRAM......... 152,126 168,616
.................................. Longshot--R&E UFR................. [10,000]
.................................. Multi-Domain Unmanned Secure [6,490]
Integrated Communications
(MUSIC)--R&E UFR.
104 0604331J RAPID PROTOTYPING PROGRAM......... 7,710 7,710
106 0604400D8Z DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) 2,527 2,527
UNMANNED SYSTEM COMMON
DEVELOPMENT.
107 0604551BR CATAPULT INFORMATION SYSTEM....... 7,475 7,475
108 0604555D8Z OPERATIONAL ENERGY CAPABILITY 53,705 63,205
IMPROVEMENT--NON S&T.
.................................. High Energy Laser Power Beaming... [7,000]
.................................. Program increase--interoperable [2,500]
field ready hybrid power systems.
110 0604682D8Z WARGAMING AND SUPPORT FOR 3,559 3,559
STRATEGIC ANALYSIS (SSA).
111 0604775D8Z DEFENSE RAPID INNOVATION PROGRAM.. 10,020 10,020
112 0604790D8Z RAPID DEFENSE EXPERIMENTATION 53,149 53,149
RESERVE (RDER).
113 0604791D8Z MULTI-DOMAIN JOINT OPERATIONS 11,383 11,383
(MDJO).
114 0604826J JOINT C5 CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT, 29,706 29,706
INTEGRATION AND INTEROPERABILITY
ASSESSMENTS.
115 0604873C LONG RANGE DISCRIMINATION RADAR 100,882 100,882
(LRDR).
116 0604874C IMPROVED HOMELAND DEFENSE 1,697,121 1,692,869
INTERCEPTORS.
.................................. Excess support costs.............. [-4,252]
117 0604876C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE TERMINAL 25,673 25,673
DEFENSE SEGMENT TEST.
118 0604878C AEGIS BMD TEST.................... 135,019 136,219
.................................. Guam Defense System--INDOPACOM UPL [1,200]
119 0604879C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE SENSOR 96,864 96,864
TEST.
120 0604880C LAND-BASED SM-3 (LBSM3)........... 22,220 22,220
121 0604887C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE 40,006 40,006
MIDCOURSE SEGMENT TEST.
122 0604924D8Z HIGH ENERGY LASER ADVANCED 2,931 2,931
COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT & PROTOTYPE.
123 0202057C SAFETY PROGRAM MANAGEMENT......... 1,771 1,771
124 0208059JCY CYBERCOM ACTIVITIES............... 35,700 35,700
126 0208086JCY CYBER TRAINING ENVIRONMENT (CTE).. 158,345 162,345
.................................. Pacific Intelligence and [4,000]
Innovation Initiative.
127 0300206R ENTERPRISE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 2,162 2,162
SYSTEMS.
128 0305103C CYBER SECURITY INITIATIVE......... 1,831 1,831
129 0305245D8Z INTELLIGENCE CAPABILITIES AND 51,784 51,784
INNOVATION INVESTMENTS.
131 0306250JCY CYBER OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY 52,715 52,715
SUPPORT.
132 0901579D8Z OFFICE OF STRATEGIC CAPITAL (OSC). 132,640 118,919
.................................. Excess growth--critical [-8,721]
technologies limited partner
program.
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-5,000]
133 1206895C BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE SYSTEM 119,561 119,561
SPACE PROGRAMS.
.................................. SUBTOTAL ADVANCED COMPONENT 11,285,067 11,938,348
DEVELOPMENT AND PROTOTYPES.
..................................
.................................. SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND
DEMONSTRATION
134 0604123D8Z CHIEF DIGITAL AND ARTIFICIAL 371,833 371,761
INTELLIGENCE OFFICER (CDAO)--DEM/
VAL ACTIVITIES.
.................................. Artificial intelligence pilot [6,800]
programs.
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-6,872]
135 0604133D8Z ALPHA-1 DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES.... 53,307 53,307
136 0604161D8Z NUCLEAR AND CONVENTIONAL PHYSICAL 13,549 13,549
SECURITY EQUIPMENT RDT&E SDD.
137 0604384BP CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE 270,265 270,265
PROGRAM--EMD.
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138 0604771D8Z JOINT TACTICAL INFORMATION 12,893 12,893
DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM (JTIDS).
139 0605000BR COUNTER WEAPONS OF MASS 14,841 14,841
DESTRUCTION SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT.
140 0605013BL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT 4,709 4,709
141 0605021SE HOMELAND PERSONNEL SECURITY 9,526 9,526
INITIATIVE.
142 0605022D8Z DEFENSE EXPORTABILITY PROGRAM..... 15,779 15,779
143 0605027D8Z OUSD(C) IT DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES 7,564 7,564
144 0605080S DEFENSE AGENCY INITIATIVES (DAI)-- 31,916 31,916
FINANCIAL SYSTEM.
145 0605141BR MISSION ASSURANCE RISK MANAGEMENT 9,440 9,440
SYSTEM (MARMS).
146 0605210D8Z DEFENSE-WIDE ELECTRONIC 9,485 9,485
PROCUREMENT CAPABILITIES.
147 0605294D8Z TRUSTED & ASSURED MICROELECTRONICS 150,436 150,436
148 0605649D8Z ACQUISITION INTEGRATION AND 12,804 12,804
INTEROPERABILITY (AI2).
149 0605755D8Z RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR DEFENSE 3,575 3,575
MODERNIZATION SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
AND DEMONSTRATION.
150 0605772D8Z NUCLEAR COMMAND, CONTROL, & 3,849 3,849
COMMUNICATIONS.
151 0305304D8Z DOD ENTERPRISE ENERGY INFORMATION 7,152 7,152
MANAGEMENT (EEIM).
152 0305310D8Z COUNTERPROLIFERATION ADVANCED 13,151 13,151
DEVELOPMENT.
.................................. SUBTOTAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND 1,016,074 1,016,002
DEMONSTRATION.
..................................
.................................. MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
154 0603829J JOINT CAPABILITY EXPERIMENTATION.. 12,385 12,385
155 0604122D8Z JADC2 DEVELOPMENT AND 222,945 222,945
EXPERIMENTATION ACTIVITIES.
156 0604774D8Z DEFENSE READINESS REPORTING SYSTEM 11,415 11,415
(DRRS).
157 0604875D8Z JOINT SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURE 9,690 9,690
DEVELOPMENT.
158 0604940D8Z CENTRAL TEST AND EVALUATION 782,643 765,143
INVESTMENT DEVELOPMENT (CTEIP).
.................................. Program increase--execution risk.. [-17,500]
159 0604942D8Z ASSESSMENTS AND EVALUATIONS....... 1,503 1,503
160 0604944D8Z ASSESSMENTS AND EVALUATIONS, DOD.. 4,253 4,253
161 0605001E MISSION SUPPORT................... 113,007 113,007
162 0605100D8Z JOINT MISSION ENVIRONMENT TEST 209,008 209,008
CAPABILITY (JMETC).
163 0605126J JOINT INTEGRATED AIR AND MISSILE 72,005 72,005
DEFENSE ORGANIZATION (JIAMDO).
165 0605142D8Z SYSTEMS ENGINEERING............... 24,669 24,669
166 0605151D8Z STUDIES AND ANALYSIS SUPPORT--OSD. 6,289 6,289
167 0605161D8Z NUCLEAR MATTERS-PHYSICAL SECURITY. 19,871 19,871
168 0605170D8Z SUPPORT TO NETWORKS AND 8,580 8,580
INFORMATION INTEGRATION.
169 0605200D8Z GENERAL SUPPORT TO 3,155 3,155
OUSD(INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY).
170 0605384BP CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE 79,263 79,263
PROGRAM.
177 0605711D8Z CRITICAL TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS...... 11,422 11,422
178 0605790D8Z SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH 5,346 5,346
(SBIR)/ SMALL BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY
TRANSFER (STTR) ADMINISTRATION.
179 0605797D8Z MAINTAINING TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGE.. 31,629 31,629
180 0605798D8Z DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS....... 45,370 45,370
181 0605801KA DEFENSE TECHNICAL INFORMATION 66,247 66,247
CENTER (DTIC).
182 0605803SE R&D IN SUPPORT OF DOD ENLISTMENT, 26,935 26,935
TESTING AND EVALUATION.
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183 0605804D8Z DEVELOPMENT TEST AND EVALUATION... 37,233 37,233
184 0605898E MANAGEMENT HQ--R&D................ 14,577 14,577
185 0605998KA MANAGEMENT HQ--DEFENSE TECHNICAL 3,505 3,505
INFORMATION CENTER (DTIC).
186 0606005D8Z SPECIAL ACTIVITIES................ 18,263 18,263
187 0606100D8Z BUDGET AND PROGRAM ASSESSMENTS.... 14,272 14,272
188 0606114D8Z ANALYSIS WORKING GROUP (AWG) 2,814 2,814
SUPPORT.
189 0606135D8Z CHIEF DIGITAL AND ARTIFICIAL 9,262 9,262
INTELLIGENCE OFFICER (CDAO)
ACTIVITIES.
190 0606225D8Z ODNA TECHNOLOGY AND RESOURCE 3,403 3,403
ANALYSIS.
191 0606300D8Z DEFENSE SCIENCE BOARD............. 6,536 5,154
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-1,382]
192 0606301D8Z AVIATION SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES...... 1,885 1,885
193 0606771D8Z CYBER RESILIENCY AND CYBERSECURITY 40,401 40,401
POLICY.
194 0606774D8Z DEFENSE CIVILIAN TRAINING CORPS... 27,054 27,054
195 0606775D8Z JOINT PRODUCTION ACCELERATOR CELL 5,010 2,000
(JPAC).
.................................. Program decrease--unjustified [-3,010]
request.
196 0606853BR MANAGEMENT, TECHNICAL & 12,115 12,115
INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT.
197 0203345D8Z DEFENSE OPERATIONS SECURITY 3,151 3,151
INITIATIVE (DOSI).
198 0204571J JOINT STAFF ANALYTICAL SUPPORT.... 7,433 7,433
199 0208045K C4I INTEROPERABILITY.............. 65,144 65,144
202 0305172K COMBINED ADVANCED APPLICATIONS.... 23,311 23,311
204 0305208K DISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE 2,988 2,988
SYSTEMS.
205 0305248J JOINT STAFF OFFICE OF THE CHIEF 12,700 12,700
DATA OFFICER (OCDO) ACTIVITIES.
206 0804768J COCOM EXERCISE ENGAGEMENT AND 166,021 166,021
TRAINING TRANSFORMATION (CE2T2)--
NON-MHA.
207 0808709SE DEFENSE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY 315 315
MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (DEOMI).
208 0808737SE INTEGRATED PRIMARY PREVENTION..... 5,096 5,096
209 0901598C MANAGEMENT HQ--MDA................ 29,033 29,033
210 0903235K JOINT SERVICE PROVIDER (JSP)...... 2,244 2,244
9999 9999999999 CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS............... 37,738 37,738
.................................. SUBTOTAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT....... 2,319,134 2,297,242
..................................
.................................. OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
211 0604011D8Z NEXT GENERATION INFORMATION 12,424 20,024
COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (5G).
.................................. OSD requested transfer from RDDW [7,600]
Line 94 to RDDW line 211 to
properly align 5G resourcing.
213 0607162D8Z CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS 4,254 8,254
ELIMINATION TECHNOLOGY
IMPROVEMENT.
.................................. Development of a fully integrated [4,000]
transportable high-pressure
waterjet system for the
demilitarization of chemical and
biological weapons.
214 0607210D8Z INDUSTRIAL BASE ANALYSIS AND 1,099,243 994,743
SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT.
.................................. Corrosion resistant coatings for [3,000]
aircraft parts.
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-116,000]
.................................. Radar and Avionics Repair and [6,000]
Sustainment Facilities.
.................................. Resilient Manufacturing Ecosystem-- [2,500]
Program Increase.
215 0607310D8Z COUNTERPROLIFERATION MODERNIZATION 11,309 11,309
216 0607327T GLOBAL THEATER SECURITY 8,654 8,654
COOPERATION MANAGEMENT
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (G-TSCMIS).
217 0607384BP CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE 84,098 79,893
(OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT).
.................................. Program decrease--excess growth... [-4,205]
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218 0607757D8Z RADIOLOGICAL AND NUCLEAR DEFENSE 1,668 1,668
MODERNIZATION OPERATIONAL SYSTEM
DEVELOPMENT.
219 0208085JCY ROBUST INFRASTRUCTURE AND ACCESS.. 154,375 114,375
.................................. Program decrease.................. [-40,000]
220 0208097JCY CYBER COMMAND AND CONTROL (CYBER 96,932 96,932
C2).
221 0208099JCY DATA AND UNIFIED PLATFORM (D&UP).. 106,053 106,053
225 0302019K DEFENSE INFO INFRASTRUCTURE 12,843 12,843
ENGINEERING AND INTEGRATION.
226 0302609V COUNTERING THREATS AUTOMATED 6,057 6,057
PLATFORM.
227 0303126K LONG-HAUL COMMUNICATIONS--DCS..... 51,214 51,214
228 0303131K MINIMUM ESSENTIAL EMERGENCY 4,985 4,985
COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK (MEECN).
230 0303140D8Z INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY 31,127 31,127
PROGRAM.
232 0303140K INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY 31,414 31,414
PROGRAM.
234 0303153K DEFENSE SPECTRUM ORGANIZATION..... 24,991 24,991
235 0303171K JOINT PLANNING AND EXECUTION 3,304 3,304
SERVICES.
236 0303228K JOINT REGIONAL SECURITY STACKS 2,371 2,371
(JRSS).
242 0305104D8Z DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL BASE (DIB) 15,524 15,524
CYBER SECURITY INITIATIVE.
248 0305146V DEFENSE JOINT COUNTERINTELLIGENCE 1,800 1,800
ACTIVITIES.
249 0305172D8Z COMBINED ADVANCED APPLICATIONS.... 42,355 42,355
252 0305186D8Z POLICY R&D PROGRAMS............... 6,220 6,220
253 0305199D8Z NET CENTRICITY.................... 20,620 20,620
255 0305208BB DISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE 5,854 5,854
SYSTEMS.
263 0305387D8Z HOMELAND DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY 1,867 1,867
TRANSFER PROGRAM.
270 0306250JCY CYBER OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY 479,672 464,672
SUPPORT.
.................................. Program decrease--Joint [-15,000]
Development Environment lack of
credible execution plan.
271 0307609V NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL SECURITY 38,761 35,461
SYSTEMS (NISS).
.................................. Program decrease--underexecution.. [-3,300]
275 0708012K LOGISTICS SUPPORT ACTIVITIES...... 1,406 1,406
276 0708012S PACIFIC DISASTER CENTERS.......... 1,861 1,861
277 0708047S DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY 3,004 3,004
SYSTEM.
279 1105219BB MQ-9 UAV.......................... 34,851 34,851
281 1160403BB AVIATION SYSTEMS.................. 263,712 246,299
.................................. AC/MC-130J Mission Systems and MC- [-1,713]
130J Modiciations.
.................................. FARA Cancellation................. [-4,200]
.................................. MC-130J Amphibious Capability..... [-11,500]
282 1160405BB INTELLIGENCE SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT.. 81,648 78,648
.................................. MTUAS Slow Expenditure............ [-3,000]
283 1160408BB OPERATIONAL ENHANCEMENTS.......... 206,307 206,307
284 1160431BB WARRIOR SYSTEMS................... 245,882 276,948
.................................. Counter Uncrewed Systems--SOCOM [34,625]
UFR.
.................................. NGTC.............................. [-3,559]
285 1160432BB SPECIAL PROGRAMS.................. 539 539
286 1160434BB UNMANNED ISR...................... 31,578 24,851
.................................. Prior year carryover.............. [-6,727]
287 1160480BB SOF TACTICAL VEHICLES............. 9,025 9,025
288 1160483BB MARITIME SYSTEMS.................. 210,787 210,787
289 1160490BB OPERATIONAL ENHANCEMENTS 17,233 17,233
INTELLIGENCE.
9999 9999999999 CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS............... 8,686,427 8,658,419
.................................. Program reduction................. [-28,008]
.................................. SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEM 12,154,249 11,974,762
DEVELOPMENT.
..................................
.................................. SOFTWARE AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
PILOT PROGRAMS
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292 0608648D8Z ACQUISITION VISIBILITY--SOFTWARE 17,907 17,907
PILOT PROGRAM.
293 0303150K GLOBAL COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM. 31,619 31,619
294 0306250JCY CYBER OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY 85,168 85,168
SUPPORT.
.................................. SUBTOTAL SOFTWARE AND DIGITAL 134,694 134,694
TECHNOLOGY PILOT PROGRAMS.
..................................
.................................. TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST 35,227,834 35,682,493
& EVAL, DW.
..................................
.................................. OPERATIONAL TEST & EVAL, DEFENSE
.................................. MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
001 0605118OTE OPERATIONAL TEST AND EVALUATION... 136,226 136,226
002 0605131OTE LIVE FIRE TEST AND EVALUATION..... 109,561 109,561
003 0605814OTE OPERATIONAL TEST ACTIVITIES AND 102,922 102,922
ANALYSES.
.................................. SUBTOTAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT....... 348,709 348,709
..................................
.................................. TOTAL OPERATIONAL TEST & EVAL, 348,709 348,709
DEFENSE.
..................................
.................................. TOTAL RDT&E....................... 143,156,590 143,768,041
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TITLE XLIII--OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
SEC. 4301. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE.
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SEC. 4301. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE (In Thousands of Dollars)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
FY 2025 Conference
Line Item Request Authorized
------------------------------------------------------------------------
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE,
ARMY
OPERATING FORCES
010 MANEUVER UNITS................ 3,536,069 3,503,069
Commercial off the Shelf [25,000]
(COTS) Uncrewed Aerial
System (sUAS)--Army UFR...
Unjustified growth........ [-58,000]
020 MODULAR SUPPORT BRIGADES...... 216,575 202,575
Unjustified growth........ [-14,000]
030 ECHELONS ABOVE BRIGADE........ 829,985 829,985
040 THEATER LEVEL ASSETS.......... 2,570,467 2,562,967
Unjustified request....... [-7,500]
050 LAND FORCES OPERATIONS SUPPORT 1,185,211 1,110,211
Historical underexecution. [-75,000]
060 AVIATION ASSETS............... 1,955,482 1,935,482
Historical underexecution. [-20,000]
070 FORCE READINESS OPERATIONS 7,150,264 7,105,264
SUPPORT......................
BUCKEYE support to AFRICOM [15,000]
Historical underexecution. [-100,000]
Program increase: Ultra- [40,000]
lightweight camouflage net
system increment 1........
080 LAND FORCES SYSTEMS READINESS. 533,892 508,892
Historical underexecution. [-25,000]
090 LAND FORCES DEPOT MAINTENANCE. 1,220,407 1,220,407
100 MEDICAL READINESS............. 931,137 931,137
110 BASE OPERATIONS SUPPORT....... 10,482,544 10,420,044
Program increase.......... [7,500]
Unjustified growth........ [-70,000]
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120 FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, 5,231,918 5,477,715
RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION..
Force Protection Equipment [75,000]
Sustainment--CENTCOM UFR..
Quality of Life [170,797]
Initiatives...............
130 MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONAL 309,674 309,674
HEADQUARTERS.................
140 ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES......... 303,660 303,660
150 RESET......................... 319,873 319,873
160 US AFRICA COMMAND............. 430,724 430,724
170 US EUROPEAN COMMAND........... 326,399 326,399
180 US SOUTHERN COMMAND........... 255,639 275,529
Joint Department of [15,000]
Defense Information
Network Operations Center.
Mission Partner [4,890]
Environment (MPE)--
SOUTHCOM..................
190 US FORCES KOREA............... 71,826 71,826
200 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES-- 422,561 422,561
CYBERSPACE OPERATIONS........
210 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES-- 597,021 597,021
CYBERSECURITY................
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 38,881,328 38,865,015
MOBILIZATION
230 STRATEGIC MOBILITY............ 567,351 567,351
240 ARMY PREPOSITIONED STOCKS..... 405,747 420,747
Program Increase: Subic [15,000]
Bay.......................
250 INDUSTRIAL PREPAREDNESS....... 4,298 4,298
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION..... 977,396 992,396
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
260 OFFICER ACQUISITION........... 200,754 200,754
270 RECRUIT TRAINING.............. 72,829 72,829
280 ONE STATION UNIT TRAINING..... 92,762 92,762
290 SENIOR RESERVE OFFICERS 557,478 557,478
TRAINING CORPS...............
300 SPECIALIZED SKILL TRAINING.... 1,064,113 1,064,113
310 FLIGHT TRAINING............... 1,418,987 1,418,987
320 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 214,497 214,497
EDUCATION....................
330 TRAINING SUPPORT.............. 633,316 633,316
340 RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING.... 785,440 785,440
350 EXAMINING..................... 205,072 205,072
360 OFF-DUTY AND VOLUNTARY 245,880 245,880
EDUCATION....................
370 CIVILIAN EDUCATION AND 246,460 246,460
TRAINING.....................
380 JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER 206,700 206,700
TRAINING CORPS...............
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND 5,944,288 5,944,288
RECRUITING................
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
400 SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION.... 785,233 785,233
410 CENTRAL SUPPLY ACTIVITIES..... 926,136 926,136
420 LOGISTIC SUPPORT ACTIVITIES... 738,637 738,637
430 AMMUNITION MANAGEMENT......... 411,213 411,213
440 ADMINISTRATION................ 515,501 505,501
Program decrease.......... [-10,000]
450 SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS.... 2,167,183 2,127,183
Program decrease.......... [-40,000]
460 MANPOWER MANAGEMENT........... 375,963 375,963
470 OTHER PERSONNEL SUPPORT....... 943,764 893,764
Historical underexecution. [-50,000]
480 OTHER SERVICE SUPPORT......... 2,402,405 2,352,405
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Historical underexecution. [-50,000]
490 ARMY CLAIMS ACTIVITIES........ 204,652 204,652
500 REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT........ 305,340 305,340
510 FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND AUDIT 487,742 487,742
READINESS....................
520 DEF ACQUISITION WORKFORCE 41,068 41,068
DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNT..........
530 INTERNATIONAL MILITARY 633,982 633,982
HEADQUARTERS.................
540 MISC. SUPPORT OF OTHER NATIONS 34,429 34,429
590A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS........... 2,376,219 2,406,010
DOD High-Risk ISR--AFRICOM [29,791]
UFR.......................
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 13,349,467 13,229,258
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
600 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -11,320
Unobligated balances...... [-11,320]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -11,320
TOTAL OPERATION AND 59,152,479 59,019,637
MAINTENANCE, ARMY........
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE,
ARMY RESERVE
OPERATING FORCES
010 MODULAR SUPPORT BRIGADES...... 14,098 14,098
020 ECHELONS ABOVE BRIGADE........ 655,868 655,868
030 THEATER LEVEL ASSETS.......... 136,625 136,625
040 LAND FORCES OPERATIONS SUPPORT 696,146 670,346
Unjustified request....... [-25,800]
050 AVIATION ASSETS............... 129,581 129,581
060 FORCE READINESS OPERATIONS 404,585 404,585
SUPPORT......................
070 LAND FORCES SYSTEMS READINESS. 42,942 42,942
080 LAND FORCES DEPOT MAINTENANCE. 49,973 49,973
090 BASE OPERATIONS SUPPORT....... 578,327 578,327
100 FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, 474,365 474,365
RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION..
110 MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONAL 26,680 26,680
HEADQUARTERS.................
120 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES-- 2,241 2,241
CYBERSPACE OPERATIONS........
130 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES-- 18,598 18,598
CYBERSECURITY................
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 3,230,029 3,204,229
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
140 SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION.... 17,092 17,092
150 ADMINISTRATION................ 19,106 19,106
160 SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS.... 6,727 6,727
170 MANPOWER MANAGEMENT........... 7,477 7,477
180 OTHER PERSONNEL SUPPORT....... 80,346 80,346
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 130,748 130,748
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
210 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -1,500
Unobligated balances...... [-1,500]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -1,500
[[Page 138 STAT. 2373]]
TOTAL OPERATION AND 3,360,777 3,333,477
MAINTENANCE, ARMY RESERVE
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE,
ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
OPERATING FORCES
010 MANEUVER UNITS................ 886,229 891,229
Training Exercise Support-- [5,000]
Northern Strike...........
020 MODULAR SUPPORT BRIGADES...... 200,417 200,417
030 ECHELONS ABOVE BRIGADE........ 861,685 861,685
040 THEATER LEVEL ASSETS.......... 86,356 86,356
050 LAND FORCES OPERATIONS SUPPORT 345,720 345,720
060 AVIATION ASSETS............... 1,150,777 1,150,777
070 FORCE READINESS OPERATIONS 737,884 737,884
SUPPORT......................
080 LAND FORCES SYSTEMS READINESS. 34,262 34,262
090 LAND FORCES DEPOT MAINTENANCE. 221,401 221,401
100 BASE OPERATIONS SUPPORT....... 1,247,797 1,247,797
110 FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, 1,147,554 1,147,554
RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION..
120 MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONAL 1,322,621 1,322,621
HEADQUARTERS.................
130 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES-- 5,287 5,287
CYBERSPACE OPERATIONS........
140 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES-- 20,869 20,869
CYBERSECURITY................
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 8,268,859 8,273,859
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
150 SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION.... 7,849 7,849
160 ADMINISTRATION................ 49,304 49,944
Increase for 7 new State [640]
Partnership Program
partners--NGB UFR.........
170 SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS.... 18,585 18,585
190 OTHER PERSONNEL SUPPORT....... 297,594 297,594
200 REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT........ 3,954 3,954
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 377,286 377,926
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
230 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -43,000
Unobligated balances...... [-43,000]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -43,000
TOTAL OPERATION AND 8,646,145 8,608,785
MAINTENANCE, ARMY
NATIONAL GUARD...........
COUNTER-ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ
AND SYRIA TRAIN AND EQUIP
COUNTER ISIS TRAIN AND EQUIP
FUND (CTEF)
010 IRAQ.......................... 380,758 380,758
020 SYRIA......................... 147,941 147,941
SUBTOTAL COUNTER ISIS 528,699 528,699
TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND
(CTEF)....................
TOTAL COUNTER-ISLAMIC 528,699 528,699
STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA
TRAIN AND EQUIP..........
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE,
NAVY
[[Page 138 STAT. 2374]]
OPERATING FORCES
010 MISSION AND OTHER FLIGHT 6,876,414 6,776,414
OPERATIONS...................
Historical underexecution. [-100,000]
020 FLEET AIR TRAINING............ 2,980,271 2,880,271
Historical underexecution. [-100,000]
050 AIR SYSTEMS SUPPORT........... 1,444,564 1,444,564
060 AIRCRAFT DEPOT MAINTENANCE.... 1,747,475 1,747,475
080 AVIATION LOGISTICS............ 2,020,926 2,005,926
Historical underexecution. [-15,000]
090 MISSION AND OTHER SHIP 7,561,665 7,485,665
OPERATIONS...................
Automated Inspections [5,000]
Technology Pilot Program..
Unjustified request....... [-81,000]
100 SHIP OPERATIONS SUPPORT & 1,576,167 1,576,167
TRAINING.....................
110 SHIP DEPOT MAINTENANCE........ 12,121,320 12,186,320
Prevent retirement of ESD. [65,000]
120 SHIP DEPOT OPERATIONS SUPPORT. 2,722,849 2,722,849
130 COMBAT COMMUNICATIONS AND 1,845,351 1,845,351
ELECTRONIC WARFARE...........
140 SPACE SYSTEMS AND SURVEILLANCE 429,851 429,851
150 WARFARE TACTICS............... 1,030,531 1,030,531
160 OPERATIONAL METEOROLOGY AND 462,111 462,111
OCEANOGRAPHY.................
170 COMBAT SUPPORT FORCES......... 2,430,990 2,400,990
Unjustified request....... [-30,000]
180 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE AND 49,520 49,520
DEPOT OPERATIONS SUPPORT.....
200 COMBATANT COMMANDERS CORE 93,949 93,949
OPERATIONS...................
210 COMBATANT COMMANDERS DIRECT 395,278 621,778
MISSION SUPPORT..............
AI-Enabled Planning & [18,000]
Wargaming (STORMBREAKER)..
Campaigning--Special [53,000]
Operations Command Pacific
(SOCPAC)..................
INDOPACOM Mission Network-- [106,500]
INDOPACOM UPL.............
Joint Training Team-- [49,000]
INDOPACOM UPL.............
220 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES......... 577,882 577,882
230 FLEET BALLISTIC MISSILE....... 1,866,966 1,866,966
240 WEAPONS MAINTENANCE........... 1,596,682 1,607,982
Accelerate Mk-48 Heavy [9,200]
Weight Torpedo (HWT)
Procurement (+41)--Navy
UFR.......................
Accelerate Subsea and [2,100]
Seabed Warfare (SSW) ROV--
Navy UFR..................
250 OTHER WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT.. 785,511 778,754
Historical underexecution. [-6,757]
260 ENTERPRISE INFORMATION........ 1,824,127 1,814,127
Program decrease.......... [-10,000]
270 SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION AND 4,654,449 5,396,949
MODERNIZATION................
Guam Glass Breakwater..... [600,000]
Quality of Life [142,500]
Initiatives...............
280 BASE OPERATING SUPPORT........ 6,324,454 6,251,454
Program increase.......... [9,000]
Unjustified request....... [-82,000]
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 63,419,303 64,053,846
MOBILIZATION
290 SHIP PREPOSITIONING AND SURGE. 463,722 463,722
300 READY RESERVE FORCE........... 780,558 780,558
[[Page 138 STAT. 2375]]
310 SHIP ACTIVATIONS/INACTIVATIONS 1,030,030 1,030,030
320 EXPEDITIONARY HEALTH SERVICES 173,200 173,200
SYSTEMS......................
330 COAST GUARD SUPPORT........... 21,800 21,800
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION..... 2,469,310 2,469,310
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
340 OFFICER ACQUISITION........... 206,282 206,282
350 RECRUIT TRAINING.............. 18,748 23,048
Sea Cadets................ [4,300]
360 RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING 169,044 169,044
CORPS........................
370 SPECIALIZED SKILL TRAINING.... 1,236,735 1,216,735
Unjustified request....... [-20,000]
380 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 357,317 357,317
EDUCATION....................
390 TRAINING SUPPORT.............. 434,173 434,173
400 RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING.... 281,107 281,107
410 OFF-DUTY AND VOLUNTARY 77,223 77,223
EDUCATION....................
420 CIVILIAN EDUCATION AND 73,510 73,510
TRAINING.....................
430 JUNIOR ROTC................... 59,649 59,649
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND 2,913,788 2,898,088
RECRUITING................
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
440 ADMINISTRATION................ 1,453,465 1,370,965
Program decrease.......... [-74,500]
Unjustified request....... [-8,000]
450 CIVILIAN MANPOWER AND 252,723 252,723
PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT.........
460 MILITARY MANPOWER AND 729,351 720,351
PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT.........
Unjustified request....... [-9,000]
470 MEDICAL ACTIVITIES............ 324,055 289,055
Historical underexecution. [-35,000]
480 DEF ACQUISITION WORKFORCE 69,348 69,348
DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNT..........
490 SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION.... 275,379 275,379
510 PLANNING, ENGINEERING, AND 609,648 609,648
PROGRAM SUPPORT..............
520 ACQUISITION, LOGISTICS, AND 869,350 829,350
OVERSIGHT....................
Historical underexecution. [-40,000]
530 INVESTIGATIVE AND SECURITY 980,857 980,857
SERVICES.....................
810A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS........... 656,005 656,005
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 6,220,181 6,053,681
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
820 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -212,000
Unobligated balances...... [-212,000]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -212,000
TOTAL OPERATION AND 75,022,582 75,262,925
MAINTENANCE, NAVY........
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE,
MARINE CORPS
OPERATING FORCES
010 OPERATIONAL FORCES............ 1,848,218 1,870,718
Historical underexecution. [-30,000]
INDOPACOM Campaigning..... [47,000]
Marine Corps realignment-- [5,500]
high cut enhanced combat
helmet....................
[[Page 138 STAT. 2376]]
020 FIELD LOGISTICS............... 1,990,769 1,975,769
Historical underexecution. [-15,000]
030 DEPOT MAINTENANCE............. 241,350 241,350
040 MARITIME PREPOSITIONING....... 176,356 176,356
060 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES......... 271,819 271,819
070 SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & 1,304,957 1,863,437
MODERNIZATION................
Barracks 2030............. [230,480]
Quality of Life [35,000]
Initiatives...............
USMC Enterprise-Wide [293,000]
Facilities Modernization..
080 BASE OPERATING SUPPORT........ 3,035,867 3,123,867
Barracks 2030............. [119,000]
Unjustified growth........ [-31,000]
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 8,869,336 9,523,316
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
090 RECRUIT TRAINING.............. 26,610 26,610
100 OFFICER ACQUISITION........... 1,418 1,418
110 SPECIALIZED SKILL TRAINING.... 128,502 128,502
120 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 63,208 63,208
EDUCATION....................
130 TRAINING SUPPORT.............. 553,166 553,166
140 RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING.... 237,077 309,927
Advertising--USMC UFR..... [72,850]
150 OFF-DUTY AND VOLUNTARY 50,000 50,000
EDUCATION....................
160 JUNIOR ROTC................... 30,276 30,276
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND 1,090,257 1,163,107
RECRUITING................
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
180 SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION.... 96,528 96,528
190 ADMINISTRATION................ 442,037 438,037
Program decrease.......... [-4,000]
310A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS........... 64,646 64,646
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 603,211 599,211
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
320 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -113,000
Unobligated balances...... [-113,000]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -113,000
TOTAL OPERATION AND 10,562,804 11,172,634
MAINTENANCE, MARINE CORPS
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE,
NAVY RESERVE
OPERATING FORCES
010 MISSION AND OTHER FLIGHT 708,701 708,701
OPERATIONS...................
030 AIR SYSTEMS SUPPORT........... 10,250 10,250
040 AIRCRAFT DEPOT MAINTENANCE.... 148,292 148,292
060 AVIATION LOGISTICS............ 33,200 33,200
070 COMBAT COMMUNICATIONS......... 21,211 21,211
080 COMBAT SUPPORT FORCES......... 199,551 199,551
090 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES......... 291 291
100 ENTERPRISE INFORMATION........ 33,027 33,027
110 SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION AND 50,200 50,200
MODERNIZATION................
120 BASE OPERATING SUPPORT........ 119,124 119,124
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 1,323,847 1,323,847
[[Page 138 STAT. 2377]]
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
130 ADMINISTRATION................ 2,067 2,067
140 MILITARY MANPOWER AND 13,575 13,575
PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT.........
150 ACQUISITION AND PROGRAM 2,173 2,173
MANAGEMENT...................
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 17,815 17,815
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
180 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -2,900
Unobligated balances...... [-2,900]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -2,900
TOTAL OPERATION AND 1,341,662 1,338,762
MAINTENANCE, NAVY RESERVE
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE,
MARINE CORPS RESERVE
OPERATING FORCES
010 OPERATING FORCES.............. 132,907 132,907
020 DEPOT MAINTENANCE............. 22,073 22,073
030 SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION AND 47,677 47,677
MODERNIZATION................
040 BASE OPERATING SUPPORT........ 122,734 122,734
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 325,391 325,391
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
050 ADMINISTRATION................ 12,689 12,689
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 12,689 12,689
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
060 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -1,800
Unobligated balances...... [-1,800]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -1,800
TOTAL OPERATION AND 338,080 336,280
MAINTENANCE, MARINE CORPS
RESERVE..................
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, AIR
FORCE
OPERATING FORCES
010 PRIMARY COMBAT FORCES......... 910,849 926,830
Campaigning--Pacific Air [48,000]
Forces (PACAF) - INDOPACOM
UFR.......................
Fighter Force Re- [1,981]
Optimization (+208 PMAI a/
c)--AF UFR................
Unjustified request....... [-34,000]
020 COMBAT ENHANCEMENT FORCES..... 2,631,887 2,619,887
Campaigning--Pacific Air [20,000]
Forces (PACAF) - INDOPACOM
UFR.......................
C-UAS Electronic Support-- [36,000]
CENTCOM UFR...............
Unjustified request....... [-68,000]
030 AIR OPERATIONS TRAINING (OJT, 1,526,855 1,481,855
MAINTAIN SKILLS).............
Historical underexecution. [-45,000]
040 DEPOT PURCHASE EQUIPMENT 4,862,731 4,762,731
MAINTENANCE..................
[[Page 138 STAT. 2378]]
Historical underexecution. [-100,000]
050 FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, 4,413,268 4,560,768
RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION..
Quality of Life [147,500]
Initiatives...............
060 CYBERSPACE SUSTAINMENT........ 245,330 245,330
070 CONTRACTOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT 10,100,030 10,124,686
AND SYSTEM SUPPORT...........
Campaigning--Pacific Air [21,500]
Forces (PACAF) - INDOPACOM
UFR.......................
Fighter Force Re- [3,156]
Optimization (+208 PMAI a/
c)--AF UFR................
080 FLYING HOUR PROGRAM........... 7,010,770 6,940,770
Historical underexecution. [-70,000]
090 BASE SUPPORT.................. 11,449,394 11,364,394
Program increase.......... [10,000]
Unjustified request....... [-95,000]
100 GLOBAL C3I AND EARLY WARNING.. 1,294,815 1,294,815
110 OTHER COMBAT OPS SPT PROGRAMS. 1,840,433 1,840,433
120 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES......... 874,283 864,283
Program decrease.......... [-10,000]
140 MEDICAL READINESS............. 567,561 567,561
160 US NORTHCOM/NORAD............. 212,311 212,311
170 US STRATCOM................... 524,159 524,159
190 US CENTCOM.................... 333,250 333,250
200 US SOCOM...................... 28,431 28,431
210 US TRANSCOM................... 681 681
220 CENTCOM CYBERSPACE SUSTAINMENT 1,466 1,466
230 USSPACECOM.................... 418,153 418,153
240A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS........... 1,848,981 1,848,981
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 51,095,638 50,961,775
MOBILIZATION
250 AIRLIFT OPERATIONS............ 3,502,648 3,502,648
260 MOBILIZATION PREPAREDNESS..... 260,168 260,168
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION..... 3,762,816 3,762,816
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
270 OFFICER ACQUISITION........... 219,822 219,822
280 RECRUIT TRAINING.............. 28,133 28,133
290 RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING 129,859 129,859
CORPS (ROTC).................
300 SPECIALIZED SKILL TRAINING.... 624,525 624,525
310 FLIGHT TRAINING............... 882,998 877,998
Historical underexecution. [-5,000]
320 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 322,278 322,278
EDUCATION....................
330 TRAINING SUPPORT.............. 192,028 192,028
340 RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING.... 216,939 216,939
350 EXAMINING..................... 7,913 7,913
360 OFF-DUTY AND VOLUNTARY 255,673 255,673
EDUCATION....................
370 CIVILIAN EDUCATION AND 361,897 361,897
TRAINING.....................
380 JUNIOR ROTC................... 74,682 74,682
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND 3,316,747 3,311,747
RECRUITING................
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
390 LOGISTICS OPERATIONS.......... 1,212,268 1,206,268
Program decrease.......... [-6,000]
400 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ACTIVITIES.. 175,511 175,511
410 ADMINISTRATION................ 1,381,555 1,221,555
Unjustified request....... [-160,000]
[[Page 138 STAT. 2379]]
420 SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS.... 34,913 34,913
430 OTHER SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES.. 1,933,264 1,913,264
Unjustified growth........ [-20,000]
440 CIVIL AIR PATROL.............. 31,520 31,520
460 DEF ACQUISITION WORKFORCE 51,756 51,756
DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNT..........
480 INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT......... 93,490 93,490
480A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS........... 1,528,256 1,528,256
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 6,442,533 6,256,533
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
490 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -289,500
Unobligated balances...... [-289,500]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -289,500
TOTAL OPERATION AND 64,617,734 64,003,371
MAINTENANCE, AIR FORCE...
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE,
SPACE FORCE
OPERATING FORCES
010 GLOBAL C3I & EARLY WARNING.... 694,469 648,469
Unjustified growth........ [-46,000]
020 SPACE LAUNCH OPERATIONS....... 373,584 373,584
030 SPACE OPERATIONS.............. 936,956 896,956
Unjustified request....... [-40,000]
040 EDUCATION & TRAINING.......... 235,459 235,459
060 DEPOT MAINTENANCE............. 80,571 80,571
070 FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, 488,709 523,709
RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION..
Quality of Life [35,000]
Initiatives...............
080 CONTRACTOR LOGISTICS AND 1,346,611 1,346,611
SYSTEM SUPPORT...............
090 SPACE OPERATIONS -BOS......... 238,717 238,717
100 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES......... 139,983 139,983
100A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS........... 537,908 537,908
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 5,072,967 5,021,967
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
110 LOGISTICS OPERATIONS.......... 35,313 35,313
120 ADMINISTRATION................ 183,992 168,992
Unjustified growth........ [-15,000]
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 219,305 204,305
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
140 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -9,000
Unobligated balances...... [-9,000]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -9,000
TOTAL OPERATION AND 5,292,272 5,217,272
MAINTENANCE, SPACE FORCE.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, AIR
FORCE RESERVE
OPERATING FORCES
010 PRIMARY COMBAT FORCES......... 1,958,968 1,958,968
[[Page 138 STAT. 2380]]
020 MISSION SUPPORT OPERATIONS.... 177,080 177,080
030 DEPOT PURCHASE EQUIPMENT 597,172 597,172
MAINTENANCE..................
040 FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, 123,394 123,394
RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION..
050 CONTRACTOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT 601,302 601,302
AND SYSTEM SUPPORT...........
060 BASE SUPPORT.................. 585,943 585,943
070 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES......... 2,331 2,331
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 4,046,190 4,046,190
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
080 ADMINISTRATION................ 92,732 92,732
090 RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING.... 10,855 10,855
100 MILITARY MANPOWER AND PERS 17,188 17,188
MGMT (ARPC)..................
110 OTHER PERS SUPPORT (DISABILITY 6,304 6,304
COMP)........................
120 AUDIOVISUAL................... 527 527
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 127,606 127,606
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
130 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -62,000
Unobligated balances...... [-62,000]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -62,000
TOTAL OPERATION AND 4,173,796 4,111,796
MAINTENANCE, AIR FORCE
RESERVE..................
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, AIR
NATIONAL GUARD
OPERATING FORCES
010 AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS........... 2,626,498 2,626,498
020 MISSION SUPPORT OPERATIONS.... 649,621 649,621
030 DEPOT PURCHASE EQUIPMENT 1,004,771 995,771
MAINTENANCE..................
Program decrease [-9,000]
unaccounted for...........
040 FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, 458,917 458,917
RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION..
050 CONTRACTOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT 1,353,383 1,336,383
AND SYSTEM SUPPORT...........
Program decrease [-17,000]
unaccounted for...........
060 BASE SUPPORT.................. 1,119,429 1,119,429
070 CYBERSPACE SUSTAINMENT........ 14,291 14,291
080 CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES......... 57,162 57,162
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 7,284,072 7,258,072
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
090 ADMINISTRATION................ 71,454 71,454
100 RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING.... 48,245 48,245
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 119,699 119,699
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
110 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -62,000
Unobligated balances...... [-62,000]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -62,000
TOTAL OPERATION AND 7,403,771 7,315,771
MAINTENANCE, AIR NATIONAL
GUARD....................
[[Page 138 STAT. 2381]]
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE,
DEFENSE-WIDE
OPERATING FORCES
010 JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF......... 461,772 457,772
Unobligated balances...... [-4,000]
020 JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF--JTEEP.. 696,446 696,446
030 JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF--CYBER.. 9,100 9,100
040 OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF 253,176 253,176
DEFENSE--MISO................
050 SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND 2,082,777 2,067,060
COMBAT DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
Projected underexecution.. [-15,717]
060 SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND 1,197,289 1,196,289
MAINTENANCE..................
Counter Uncrewed Systems-- [1,000]
SOCOM UFR.................
Program decrease.......... [-2,000]
070 SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND 203,622 193,558
MANAGEMENT/OPERATIONAL
HEADQUARTERS.................
Projected underexecution.. [-10,064]
080 SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND 3,410,271 3,398,690
THEATER FORCES...............
Overestimation of flying [-7,000]
hours.....................
Preservation of the Force, [2,000]
Muscle Activation
Technique (MAT Program)...
Projected underexecution.. [-6,581]
090 SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND 51,263 51,263
CYBERSPACE ACTIVITIES........
100 SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND 1,266,217 1,259,217
INTELLIGENCE.................
Program decrease - long [-7,000]
endurance aircraft........
110 SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND 1,453,809 1,453,809
OPERATIONAL SUPPORT..........
120 CYBERSPACE OPERATIONS......... 1,361,360 1,371,360
Department of Defense-Wide [10,000]
Internet Operations
Management Capability.....
130 USCYBERCOM HEADQUARTERS....... 344,376 337,423
Projected underexecution.. [-6,953]
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES. 12,791,478 12,745,163
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
140 DEFENSE ACQUISITION UNIVERSITY 184,963 184,963
150 JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF......... 132,101 132,101
160 SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND/ 31,806 31,806
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
EDUCATION....................
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND 348,870 348,870
RECRUITING................
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-
WIDE ACTIVITIES
170 CIVIL MILITARY PROGRAMS....... 140,375 240,375
National Guard Youth [50,000]
Challenge.................
STARBASE.................. [50,000]
180 DEFENSE CONTRACT AUDIT AGENCY-- 4,961 4,961
CYBER........................
190 DEFENSE CONTRACT AUDIT AGENCY. 673,621 667,921
Unobligated balances...... [-5,700]
200 DEFENSE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT 1,543,134 1,512,271
AGENCY.......................
Program decrease.......... [-30,863]
210 DEFENSE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT 42,541 42,541
AGENCY--CYBER................
[[Page 138 STAT. 2382]]
220 DEFENSE COUNTERINTELLIGENCE 952,464 922,464
AND SECURITY AGENCY..........
Program decrease.......... [-30,000]
240 DEFENSE COUNTERINTELLIGENCE 9,794 9,794
AND SECURITY AGENCY--CYBER...
250 DEFENSE HUMAN RESOURCES 39,781 39,781
ACTIVITY--CYBER..............
260 DEFENSE HUMAN RESOURCES 1,104,152 1,080,367
ACTIVITY.....................
Program decrease.......... [-28,785]
Re-establishment of Troops- [5,000]
to-Teachers program.......
290 DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 2,614,041 2,587,541
AGENCY.......................
OSD requested transfer [8,500]
from RDDW Line 94 to OMDW
Line 4GT9 to properly
align 5G resourcing.......
Program decrease.......... [-35,000]
300 DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS 504,896 504,896
AGENCY--CYBER................
310 DEFENSE LEGAL SERVICES AGENCY. 207,918 176,730
Program decrease.......... [-31,188]
320 DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY...... 412,257 391,644
Program decrease.......... [-20,613]
330 DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY........ 244,689 244,689
340 DEFENSE POW/MIA OFFICE........ 188,022 188,022
350 DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION 2,889,957 2,674,957
AGENCY.......................
Irregular Warfare Center.. [5,000]
Program decrease - Indo- [-200,000]
Pacific Security
Assistance Initiative.....
Program decrease - section [-20,000]
1226 support..............
360 DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY SECURITY 42,380 42,380
ADMINISTRATION...............
370 DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION 858,476 808,476
AGENCY.......................
Program decrease.......... [-50,000]
390 DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION 72,952 72,952
AGENCY--CYBER................
400 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE 3,559,288 3,629,288
EDUCATION ACTIVITY...........
Impact aid for children [20,000]
with severe disabilities..
Impact aid for schools [50,000]
with military dependent
students..................
410 MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY........ 605,766 605,766
420 OFFICE OF THE LOCAL DEFENSE 117,081 177,081
COMMUNITY COOPERATION........
Program increase: Defense [60,000]
Community Infrastructure
Program...................
460 OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF 99,583 99,583
DEFENSE--CYBER...............
470 OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF 2,980,715 2,792,319
DEFENSE......................
Bien Hoa dioxin cleanup... [15,000]
Centers for Disease [5,000]
Control and Prevention
Nation-wide human health
assessment................
Native American Lands [5,000]
Environmental Mitigation
Program...................
Program decrease.......... [-223,396]
Readiness and [10,000]
Environmental Protection
Initiative................
480 WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS 496,512 435,416
SERVICES.....................
Program decrease.......... [-61,096]
480A CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS........... 20,630,146 20,507,204
Classified adjustment..... [-111,060]
[[Page 138 STAT. 2383]]
Program reduction......... [-11,882]
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 41,035,502 40,459,419
AND SERVICE-WIDE
ACTIVITIES................
UNDISTRIBUTED
490 UNDISTRIBUTED................. -1,096,584
FY25 bulk fuel savings.... [-1,096,584]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED.... -1,096,584
TOTAL OPERATION AND 54,175,850 52,456,868
MAINTENANCE, DEFENSE-WIDE
UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS
FOR THE ARMED FORCES
ADMINISTRATION AND ASSOCIATED
ACTIVITIES
010 US COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE 21,035 21,035
ARMED FORCES, DEFENSE........
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION 21,035 21,035
AND ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES.
TOTAL UNITED STATES COURT 21,035 21,035
OF APPEALS FOR THE ARMED
FORCES...................
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
ACQUISITION WORKFORCE
DEVELOPMENT FUND
ACQUISITION WORKFORCE
DEVELOPMENT
010 ACQ WORKFORCE DEV FD.......... 56,176 56,176
SUBTOTAL ACQUISITION 56,176 56,176
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.....
TOTAL DEPARTMENT OF 56,176 56,176
DEFENSE ACQUISITION
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
FUND.....................
OVERSEAS HUMANITARIAN,
DISASTER, AND CIVIC AID
HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE
010 OVERSEAS HUMANITARIAN, 115,335 115,335
DISASTER AND CIVIC AID.......
SUBTOTAL HUMANITARIAN 115,335 115,335
ASSISTANCE................
TOTAL OVERSEAS 115,335 115,335
HUMANITARIAN, DISASTER,
AND CIVIC AID............
COOPERATIVE THREAT REDUCTION
ACCOUNT
010 COOPERATIVE THREAT REDUCTION.. 350,116 350,116
SUBTOTAL COOPERATIVE 350,116 350,116
THREAT REDUCTION..........
TOTAL COOPERATIVE THREAT 350,116 350,116
REDUCTION ACCOUNT........
ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION,
ARMY
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
060 ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION, 268,069 298,069
ARMY.........................
Increases to unfunded [30,000]
requirements for PFAS.....
SUBTOTAL DEPARTMENT OF THE 268,069 298,069
ARMY......................
[[Page 138 STAT. 2384]]
TOTAL ENVIRONMENTAL 268,069 298,069
RESTORATION, ARMY........
ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION,
NAVY
DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
080 ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION, 343,591 343,591
NAVY.........................
SUBTOTAL DEPARTMENT OF THE 343,591 343,591
NAVY......................
TOTAL ENVIRONMENTAL 343,591 343,591
RESTORATION, NAVY........
ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION, AIR
FORCE
DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE
100 ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION, AIR 320,256 330,256
FORCE........................
Increases to unfunded [10,000]
requirements for PFAS.....
SUBTOTAL DEPARTMENT OF THE 320,256 330,256
AIR FORCE.................
TOTAL ENVIRONMENTAL 320,256 330,256
RESTORATION, AIR FORCE...
ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION,
DEFENSE
DEFENSE-WIDE
120 ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION, 8,800 8,800
DEFENSE......................
SUBTOTAL DEFENSE-WIDE..... 8,800 8,800
TOTAL ENVIRONMENTAL 8,800 8,800
RESTORATION, DEFENSE.....
ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION,
FORMERLY USED DEFENSE SITES
DEFENSE-WIDE
140 ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION 234,475 234,475
FORMERLY USED SITES..........
SUBTOTAL DEFENSE-WIDE..... 234,475 234,475
TOTAL ENVIRONMENTAL 234,475 234,475
RESTORATION, FORMERLY
USED DEFENSE SITES.......
TOTAL OPERATION & 296,334,504 294,464,130
MAINTENANCE..............
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TITLE XLIV--MILITARY PERSONNEL
SEC. 4401. MILITARY PERSONNEL.
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SEC. 4401. MILITARY PERSONNEL (In Thousands of Dollars)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
FY 2025 Conference
Item Request Authorized
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Military Personnel Appropriations..... 170,834,234 171,699,320
Junior enlisted pay increase.......... [1,600,000]
Air Force Reserve--diversity and [-75]
inclusion programs reduction.........
Air National Guard--diversity and [-546]
inclusion programs reduction.........
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Air National Guard increase for 7 new [1,350]
State Partnership Program partners--
NGB UFR..............................
Army National Guard--diversity and [-83]
inclusion programs reduction.........
Army National Guard increase for 7 new [1,800]
State Partnership Program partners--
NGB UFR..............................
Unobligated balances.................. [-737,360]
Medicare-Eligible Retiree Health Care 11,046,305 11,046,305
Fund Contributions...................
TOTAL, Military Personnel........... 181,880,539 182,745,625
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TITLE XLV--OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS
SEC. 4501. OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS.
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SEC. 4501. OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS (In Thousands of Dollars)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
FY 2025 Conference
Program Title Request Authorized
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WORKING CAPITAL FUND, ARMY
WORKING CAPITAL FUND.................. 21,776 21,776
ARMY ARSENALS INITIATIVE
SUPPLY MANAGEMENT--ARMY............... 1,828 1,828
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, ARMY... 23,604 23,604
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, NAVY
SUPPLY MANAGEMENT, NAVY
NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTERS......... 30,000 30,000
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, NAVY... 30,000 30,000
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, AIR FORCE
TRANSPORTATION
SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS................ 86,874 86,874
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, AIR 86,874 86,874
FORCE..............................
NATIONAL DEFENSE STOCKPILE TRANSACTION
FUND
DEFENSE STOCKPILE..................... 7,629 7,629
TOTAL NATIONAL DEFENSE STOCKPILE 7,629 7,629
TRANSACTION FUND...................
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DEFENSE-WIDE
DEFENSE AUTOMATION & PRODUCTION 3 3
SERVICES.............................
ENERGY MANAGEMENT--DEF................ 2,253 2,253
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DEFENSE- 2,256 2,256
WIDE...............................
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DEFENSE
COMMISSARY AGENCY
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DECA............ 1,570,187 1,570,187
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DEFENSE 1,570,187 1,570,187
COMMISSARY AGENCY..................
CHEMICAL AGENTS AND MUNITIONS
DESTRUCTION, DEFENSE
CHEM DEMILITARIZATION--O&M............ 20,745 20,745
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CHEM DEMILITARIZATION--RDT&E.......... 754,762 754,762
TOTAL CHEMICAL AGENTS AND MUNITIONS 775,507 775,507
DESTRUCTION, DEFENSE...............
DRUG INTERDICTION AND COUNTER-DRUG
ACTIVITIES, DEFENSE
COUNTER-NARCOTICS SUPPORT............. 339,292 345,292
Prioritizing counter-drug........ [6,000]
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS................... 314,410 314,410
DRUG DEMAND REDUCTION PROGRAM......... 135,567 139,567
Young Marines.................... [4,000]
NATIONAL GUARD COUNTER-DRUG PROGRAM... 106,043 106,043
NATIONAL GUARD COUNTER-DRUG SCHOOLS... 6,167 6,167
TOTAL DRUG INTERDICTION AND COUNTER- 901,479 911,479
DRUG ACTIVITIES, DEFENSE...........
OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL--O&M.. 542,107 542,107
OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL--CYBER 1,988 1,988
OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL--RDT&E 1,900 1,900
OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL-- 1,336 1,336
PROCUREMENT..........................
TOTAL OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR 547,331 547,331
GENERAL............................
DEFENSE HEALTH PROGRAM
IN-HOUSE CARE......................... 10,766,432 10,665,211
Insufficient justification....... [-101,221]
PRIVATE SECTOR CARE................... 20,599,128 20,199,128
Historical underexecution........ [-400,000]
CONSOLIDATED HEALTH SUPPORT........... 2,048,030 2,041,042
Unjustified growth............... [-6,988]
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT................ 2,469,204 2,439,822
Unjustified growth............... [-29,382]
MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES................. 341,254 341,254
EDUCATION AND TRAINING................ 371,817 371,817
BASE OPERATIONS/COMMUNICATIONS........ 2,306,692 2,298,613
Unjustified request.............. [-8,079]
R&D RESEARCH.......................... 41,476 46,476
Next Generation Blood Products [5,000]
and Platelet Development and
Platelet Hemostatic Products.....
R&D EXPLORATRY DEVELOPMENT............ 188,564 188,564
R&D ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT.............. 328,825 328,825
R&D DEMONSTRATION/VALIDATION.......... 175,518 175,518
R&D ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT........... 130,931 130,931
R&D MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT............ 88,425 88,425
R&D CAPABILITIES ENHANCEMENT.......... 18,697 18,697
PROC INITIAL OUTFITTING............... 23,449 23,449
PROC REPLACEMENT & MODERNIZATION...... 243,184 243,184
PROC JOINT OPERATIONAL MEDICINE 30,129 30,129
INFORMATION SYSTEM...................
PROC MILITARY HEALTH SYSTEM--DESKTOP 75,536 75,536
TO DATACENTER........................
PROC DOD HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 26,569 26,569
MODERNIZATION........................
UNDISTRIBUTED......................... -185,900
Unobligated balances............. [-185,900]
TOTAL DEFENSE HEALTH PROGRAM....... 40,273,860 39,547,290
TOTAL OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS......... 44,218,727 43,502,157
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TITLE XLVI--MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
SEC. 4601. MILITARY CONSTRUCTION.
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SEC. 4601. MILITARY CONSTRUCTION (In Thousands of Dollars)
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
State/Country and FY 2025 Conference
Account Installation Project Title Request Authorized
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
ARMY
Alabama
Army Anniston Army Depot GUIDED MISSILE MAINTENANCE 0 5,300
BUILDING (DESIGN).
Alaska
Army Fort Wainwright AUTOMATED MULTIPURPOSE 23,000 23,000
MACHINE GUN RANGE.
Army Fort Wainwright ENLISTED UNACCOMPANIED 0 0
PERSONNEL HOUSING.
Arizona
Army Fort Huachuca FIRE & RESCUE STATION 0 0
(DESIGN).
Army Fort Huachuca FLIGHT CONTROL TOWER 0 0
(DESIGN).
Army Yuma Proving Ground IMPROVE RANGE ROAD (DESIGN) 0 0
Belgium
Army SHAPE Headquarters YOUTH CENTER............... 45,000 45,000
California
Army Fort Irwin TRAINING SUPPORT CENTER.... 44,000 44,000
Army Military Ocean AMMUNITION HOLDING FACILITY 68,000 68,000
Terminal Concord
Florida
Army Naval Air Station Key JOINT INTER-AGENCY TASK 0 90,000
West FORCE-SOUTH COMMAND AND
CONTROL FACILITY.
Georgia
Army Fort Eisenhower CYBER FACULTY OPERATIONS 0 0
AND AUDITORIUM FACILITY
(DESIGN).
Army Fort Moore DEXTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 0 0
(DESIGN).
Army Fort Stewart BARRACKS (DESIGN).......... 0 8,000
Germany
Army Hohenfels Training BARRACKS................... 61,000 61,000
Area
Army Hohenfels Training COST TO COMPLETE-- 35,000 35,000
Area SIMULATIONS CENTER.
Army U.S. Army Garrison BARRACKS................... 100,000 100,000
Ansbach
Army U.S. Army Garrison BARRACKS................... 91,000 91,000
Ansbach
Army U.S. Army Garrison OPERATIONAL READINESS 0 12,856
Bavaria TRAINING COMPLEX (ORTC)
UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC LINE.
Army U.S. Army Garrison CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER... 44,000 44,000
Wiesbaden
Guam
Army Joint Region Marianas GDS BATTALION HEADQUARTERS. 0 47,000
Army Joint Region Marianas GDS ENVIRONMENTAL 0 23,000
MITIGATION.
Army Joint Region Marianas GDS FORWARD OPERATING SITES 0 75,000
Hawaii
Army Pohakuloa Training AIRFIELD OPERATIONS 0 20,000
Area BUILDING.
Army Wheeler Army Airfield AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE HANGAR 231,000 36,000
Illinois
Army Rock Island Arsenal CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 0 0
(DESIGN).
[[Page 138 STAT. 2388]]
Kentucky
Army Fort Campbell AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER 0 0
(DESIGN).
Army Fort Campbell AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE HANGAR 0 0
(DESIGN).
Army Fort Campbell AUTOMATED RECORD FIRE PLUS 11,800 11,800
RANGE.
Army Fort Campbell CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 0 0
(DESIGN).
Army Fort Campbell MODERNIZED HANGAR (DESIGN). 0 11,000
Army Fort Knox SOLDIER SERVICES CENTER 0 0
(DESIGN).
Louisiana
Army Fort Johnson BARRACKS................... 117,000 0
Army Fort Johnson ROTATIONAL UNIT BILLETING 0 50,000
AREA.
Maryland
Army Fort Meade CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER... 46,000 46,000
Michigan
Army Detroit Arsenal MANNED/UNMANNED TACTICAL 37,000 37,000
VEHICLE LAB.
Missouri
Army Fort Leonard Wood ADVANCED INDIVIDUAL 144,000 120,000
TRAINING BARRACKS COMPLEX,
PHASE 2.
New York
Army Fort Drum AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE HANGAR 0 9,800
ADDITION, WASH RACK AND
PAINT BOOTH (DESIGN).
Army Fort Drum ARMY COMBAT FITNESS TESTING 0 0
FACILITY FIELD HOUSE
(DESIGN).
Army Fort Drum AUTOMATED RECORD FIRE RANGE 0 0
(DESIGN).
Army Fort Drum FIELD ARTILLERY VEHICLE 0 830
STORAGE SHEDS (DESIGN).
Army Fort Drum ORTC PHASE II, ENLISTED 0 6,100
TRANSIENT TRAINING
BARRACKS (DESIGN).
Army Watervliet Arsenal FIRE STATION............... 53,000 53,000
Army Wheeler-Sack Army FIRE STATION 3 (DESIGN).... 0 2,900
Airfield
North Carolina
Army Fort Liberty CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER... 39,000 0
Oklahoma
Army McAlester Army AMMUNITION DEMOLITION 0 74,000
Ammunition Plant FACILITY.
Pennsylvania
Army Letterkenny Army Depot COMPONENT REBUILD SHOP (INC 90,000 45,000
1).
Army Letterkenny Army Depot MISSILE/MUNITIONS 62,000 62,000
DISTRIBUTION FACILITY.
South Carolina
Army Fort Jackson CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 0 0
(DESIGN).
Texas
Army Fort Bliss COST TO COMPLETE--RAIL YARD 44,000 44,000
Army Fort Cavazos MOTOR POOL #70............. 0 69,000
Army Fort Cavazos MOTOR POOL #71............. 0 78,000
Army Red River Army Depot VEHICLE PAINT SHOP......... 34,000 34,000
Virginia
Army Joint Base Myer- BARRACKS................... 180,000 180,000
Henderson Hall
Army Joint Base Myer- HORSE FARM LAND ACQUISITION 8,500 0
Henderson Hall
Washington
[[Page 138 STAT. 2389]]
Army Joint Base Lewis- BARRACKS................... 161,000 37,000
McChord
Army Joint Base Lewis- FIRE STATION (DESIGN)...... 0 4,940
McChord
Army Joint Base Lewis- SUPPLY SUPPORT ACTIVITY.... 31,000 31,000
McChord
Worldwide Unspecified
Army Design--Milcon DEFERRED MILCON & RM 0 47,650
Barracks Planning (DESIGN).
Army Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN..................... 273,727 273,727
Locations
Army Unspecified Worldwide EDI: MINOR CONSTRUCTION.... 14,519 14,519
Locations
Army Unspecified Worldwide HOST NATION SUPPORT........ 25,000 25,000
Locations
Army Unspecified Worldwide PDI: DESIGN................ 26,011 26,011
Locations
Army Unspecified Worldwide PDI: INDOPACOM MINOR 66,600 66,600
Locations CONSTRUCTION PILOT.
Army Unspecified Worldwide PDI: MINOR CONSTRUCTION.... 8,000 8,000
Locations
Army Unspecified Worldwide UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING 0 50,000
Locations (DESIGN).
Army Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 97,000 138,624
Locations CONSTRUCTION.
........................
Subtotal Military Construction, Army 2,311,157 2,485,657
......................
NAVY & MARINE CORPS
Arizona
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Air IAP RUNWAY EXTENSION 0 0
Station Yuma (DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Air WATER TREATMENT PLANT...... 0 10,000
Station Yuma
Australia
Navy & Marine Corps Royal Australian Air PDI: AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE 117,380 32,380
Force Base Darwin HANGAR.
Navy & Marine Corps Royal Australian Air PDI: MAINTENANCE SUPPORT 62,320 62,320
Force Base Darwin FACILITY.
El Salvador
Navy & Marine Corps Cooperative Security HANGAR AND RAMP EXTENSION.. 0 28,000
Location Comalapa
Federated States of
Micronesia
Navy & Marine Corps Yap International PORT & HARBOR IMPROVEMENTS. 0 50,000
Airport
Florida
Navy & Marine Corps Cape Canaveral Space ENGINEERING TEST FACILITY.. 221,060 72,060
Force Station
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Support COMMUNICATIONS CENTER & 0 4,300
Facility Blount INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES
Island Command (DESIGN).
[[Page 138 STAT. 2390]]
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Air Station CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 0 6,900
Jacksonville (DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Air Station F35 AIRCRAFT ENGINE REPAIR 0 13,737
Jacksonville FACILITY (DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Air Station HURRICANE RESTORATION 0 10,600
Pensacola CONSOLIDATED A SCHOOL DORM
(DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Air Station ADVANCED HELICOPTER 0 0
Whiting Field TRAINING SYSTEM HANGAR
(INC).
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Air Station CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 0 4,140
Whiting Field (DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Station Mayport WATERFRONT EMERGENCY POWER 0 13,700
(DESIGN).
Georgia
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Submarine Base TRIDENT REFIT FACILITY 115,000 115,000
Kings Bay EXPANSION (INC).
Guam
Navy & Marine Corps Andersen Air Force HSC-25 HANGAR REPLACEMENT 0 50,000
Base FACILITY 2641.
Navy & Marine Corps Andersen Air Force PDI: YOUTH CENTER.......... 78,730 78,730
Base
Navy & Marine Corps Joint Region Marianas JOINT COMMUNICATION UPGRADE 0 0
Navy & Marine Corps Joint Region Marianas JOINT CONSOLIDATED COMM 0 0
CENTER.
Navy & Marine Corps Joint Region Marianas PDI: EARTH COVERED 107,439 42,439
MAGAZINES.
Navy & Marine Corps Joint Region Marianas SATELLITE COMM CENTER...... 0 0
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Base Guam PDI: DEFENSE ACCESS ROADS 0 100,000
III.
Hawaii
Navy & Marine Corps Joint Base Pearl DRY DOCK 3 REPLACEMENT 1,199,000 1,199,000
Harbor-Hickam (INC).
Navy & Marine Corps Joint Base Pearl WATER TREATMENT PLANT...... 0 75,000
Harbor-Hickam
Navy & Marine Corps Joint Base Pearl WATERFRONT PRODUCTION 0 0
Harbor-Hickam FACILITY (DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Base AIRCRAFT HANGAR & PARKING 203,520 33,520
Kaneohe Bay APRON.
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Base AIRCRAFT REFUEL PIT........ 0 0
Kaneohe Bay
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Base ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION 0 15,000
Kaneohe Bay MODERNIZATION.
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Base MAIN GATE ENTRY CONTROL 0 0
Kaneohe Bay FACILITY.
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Ammunition Depot HIGH EXPLOSIVE MAGAZINES... 0 0
West Loch
Maine
Navy & Marine Corps Portsmouth Naval MULTI-MISSION DRY DOCK #1 400,578 400,578
Shipyard EXTENSION (INC).
Maryland
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Surface Warfare CONTAINED BURN FACILITY.... 0 10,000
Center Indian Head
Nevada
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Air Station RANGE TRAINING COMPLEX 0 45,000
Fallon IMPROVEMENTS.
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Air Station TRAINING RANGE LAND 48,300 48,300
Fallon ACQUISITION, PHASE 2.
North Carolina
[[Page 138 STAT. 2391]]
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Air AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE HANGAR 213,520 53,520
Station Cherry Point
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Air COMPOSITE REPAIR FACILITY.. 114,020 20,020
Station Cherry Point
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Air F-35 AIRCRAFT SUSTAINMENT 50,000 50,000
Station Cherry Point CENTER (INC).
Palau
Navy & Marine Corps Koror, Port of Malakal HARBOR WHARF IMPROVEMENTS.. 0 50,000
Virginia
Navy & Marine Corps Joint Expeditionary CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 0 2,751
Base Little Creek- (DESIGN).
Fort Story
Navy & Marine Corps Marine Corps Base CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 0 5,681
Quantico (DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Air Station CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 0 4,080
Oceana (DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Air Station UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING 0 16,000
Oceana (DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Station Norfolk CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 0 1,200
(DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Weapons Station CONTAINERIZED LONG WEAPONS 52,610 52,610
Yorktown STORAGE MAGAZINE.
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Weapons Station CONVENTIONAL PROMPT STRIKE 47,130 47,130
Yorktown TEST FACILITY.
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Weapons Station CONVENTIONAL PROMPT STRIKE 52,110 52,110
Yorktown WEAPONS MAINTENANCE,
OPERATIONS & STORAGE
FACILITY.
Navy & Marine Corps Norfolk Naval Shipyard DRY DOCK 3 MODERNIZATION 54,366 10,000
(INC).
Washington
Navy & Marine Corps Naval Base Kitsap- LAUNCHER EQUIPMENT 200,550 35,550
Bangor PROCESSING BUILDING.
Navy & Marine Corps Puget Sound Naval CVN 78 AIRCRAFT CARRIER 182,200 26,200
Shipyard ELECTRIC UPGRADES.
Worldwide Unspecified
Navy & Marine Corps Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN..................... 797,446 797,446
Locations
Navy & Marine Corps Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (BARRACKS).......... 0 61,000
Locations
Navy & Marine Corps Unspecified Worldwide DPRI UNSPECIFIED MINOR 21,302 31,302
Locations CONSTRUCTION.
Navy & Marine Corps Unspecified Worldwide UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING 0 50,000
Locations (DESIGN).
Navy & Marine Corps Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 202,318 202,318
Locations CONSTRUCTION.
........................
Subtotal Military Construction, Navy & Marine Corps 4,540,899 4,089,622
......................
AIR FORCE
Alaska
Air Force Joint Base Elmendorf- CONVENTIONAL MUNITIONS 0 16,000
Richardson COMPLEX (DESIGN).
Air Force Joint Base Elmendorf- JOINT INTEGRATED TEST AND 126,000 126,000
Richardson TRAINING CTR (INC).
[[Page 138 STAT. 2392]]
Arkansas
Air Force Ebbing Air National ACADEMIC TRAINING CENTER, 0 74,000
Guard Base FOREIGN MILITARY TRAINING.
California
Air Force Beale Air Force Base MULTI-DOMAIN OPERATIONS 0 55,000
COMPLEX.
Air Force Vandenberg Space Force GBSD RE-ENTRY VEHICLE 110,000 45,000
Base FACILITY.
Air Force Vandenberg Space Force SENTINEL AETC FORMAL 167,000 90,000
Base TRAINING UNIT.
Colorado
Air Force Buckley Space Force POWER INDEPENDENCE......... 0 68,000
Base
Air Force United States Air AERONAUTICS LABORATORY 0 0
Force Academy (DESIGN).
Denmark
Air Force Royal Danish Air Force EDI: DABS-FEV STORAGE...... 110,000 25,000
Base Karup
District of Columbia
Air Force Joint Base Anacostia- LARGE VEHICLE INSPECTION 0 50,000
Bolling STATION.
Federated States of
Micronesia
Air Force Yap International AIRFIELD PAVEMENT UPGRADES. 0 50,000
Airport
Air Force Yap International IAP RUNWAY EXTENSION....... 0 50,000
Airport
Air Force Yap International PDI: RUNWAY EXTENSION (INC) 96,000 96,000
Airport
Florida
Air Force Cape Canaveral Space INSTALL WASTEWATER MAIN, 0 0
Force Station ICBM ROAD.
Air Force Eglin Air Force Base ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRUM 0 10,000
OPERATIONS SUPERIORITY
COMPLEX (DESIGN).
Air Force Eglin Air Force Base HYPERSONICS CENTER FOR 0 0
BLAST, LETHALITY, AND
COUPLE KINETICS FOCUSED
RESEARCH AND ENGINEERING
FACILITIES (DESIGN).
Air Force Eglin Air Force Base LRSO HARDWARE SOFTWARE 8,400 8,400
DEVELOPMENT TEST FACILITY.
Air Force Eglin Air Force Base WEAPONS TECHNOLOGY 0 0
INTEGRATION CENTER
(DESIGN).
Air Force Tyndall Air Force Base FIRE/CRASH RESCUE STATION.. 0 48,000
Georgia
Air Force Robins Air Force Base BATTLE MANAGEMENT COMBINED 64,000 64,000
OPS COMPLEX (INC).
Germany
Air Force Ramstein Air Base AEROMEDICAL EVACUATION 0 22,000
COMPOUND.
Idaho
Air Force Mountain Home Air CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER... 40,000 40,000
Force Base
Japan
Air Force Kadena Air Base COMMUNICATIONS CENTER 0 9,000
(DESIGN).
Air Force Kadena Air Base PDI: THEATER A/C CORROSION 132,700 57,700
CONTROL CTR (INC 3).
Louisiana
Air Force Barksdale Air Force ADAL CHILD DEVELOPMENT 0 22,000
Base CENTER.
Massachusetts
[[Page 138 STAT. 2393]]
Air Force Hanscom Air Force Base MIT-LL/ENGINEERING AND 76,000 76,000
PROTOTYPE FACILITY (INC).
Mississippi
Air Force Keesler Air Force Base AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER.. 0 25,000
Montana
Air Force Malmstrom Air Force GBSD COMMERCIAL ENTRANCE 20,000 20,000
Base CONTROL FACILITY.
Air Force Malmstrom Air Force WEAPONS STORAGE & 238,000 238,000
Base MAINTENANCE FACILITY (INC).
Nebraska
Air Force Offutt Air Force Base CONSOLIDATED TRAINING 0 6,000
COMPLEX/PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT CENTER
(DESIGN).
North Carolina
Air Force Seymour Johnson Air COMBAT ARMS TRAINING AND 0 41,000
Force Base MAINTENANCE COMPLEX.
North Dakota
Air Force Grand Forks Air Force RUNWAY (DESIGN)............ 0 1,900
Base
Norway
Air Force Royal Norwegian Air COST TO COMPLETE--DABS-FEV 0 8,000
Force Base Rygge STORAGE.
Air Force Royal Norwegian Air COST TO COMPLETE--MUNITIONS 0 8,000
Force Base Rygge STORAGE AREA.
Ohio
Air Force Wright-Patterson Air ADVANCED MATERIALS RESEARCH 0 9,200
Force Base LABORATORY--C2A (DESIGN).
Air Force Wright-Patterson Air HUMAN PERFORMANCE CENTER 0 0
Force Base LABORATORY.
Air Force Wright-Patterson Air RUNWAY (DESIGN)............ 0 0
Force Base
Air Force Wright-Patterson Air SPACE FORCE INTELLIGENCE 0 1,900
Force Base CENTER (DESIGN).
Oregon
Air Force Mountain Home Air HOMELAND DEFENSE OVER-THE- 198,000 198,000
Force Base HORIZON RADAR (INC).
Palau
Air Force Palau COST TO COMPLETE--PDI: 0 20,000
TACMOR UTILITIES AND
INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT.
South Dakota
Air Force Ellsworth Air Force B-21 ADAL SQUADRON 44,000 44,000
Base OPERATIONS.
Air Force Ellsworth Air Force B-21 EAST ALERT APRON 79,000 79,000
Base ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
SHELTERS.
Air Force Ellsworth Air Force B-21 NORTH ENVIRONMENTAL 54,000 54,000
Base PROTECTION SHELTERS (60
ROW).
Air Force Ellsworth Air Force B-21 WEAPONS GENERATION 105,000 105,000
Base FACILITY (INC).
Spain
Air Force Moron Air Base COST TO COMPLETE--EDI: 0 7,000
MUNITIONS STORAGE AREA.
Air Force Naval Station Rota NATO STRATEGIC AIRLIFT 15,200 15,200
HANGAR.
Tennessee
Air Force Arnold Air Force Base ADD/ALTERTEST CELL DELIVERY 0 0
BAY, B880.
Air Force Arnold Air Force Base COOLING WATER EXPANSION 0 0
(DESIGN).
Texas
Air Force Dyess Air Force Base B-21 LRS FUELS 12,800 12,800
ADMINISTRATIVE LABORATORY.
Air Force Dyess Air Force Base B-21 REFUELER TRUCK YARD... 18,500 18,500
[[Page 138 STAT. 2394]]
Air Force Joint Base San Antonio- BMT-CLASSROOM/DINING 0 60,000
Lackland FACILITY 4.
Air Force Joint Base San Antonio- METC--BARRACKS/SHIPS/DORMS 77,000 77,000
Sam Houston #1 (INC).
Air Force Laughlin Air Force T-7A GROUND BASED TRAINING 38,000 38,000
Base SYSTEM FACILITY.
Air Force Laughlin Air Force T-7A UNITY MAINTENANCE 18,000 18,000
Base TRAINING FACILITY.
United Kingdom
Air Force Royal Air Force COST TO COMPLETE--EDI RADR 0 20,500
Fairford STORAGE FACILITY.
Air Force Royal Air Force COST TO COMPLETE--EDI RADR 0 15,000
Lakenheath STORAGE FACILITY.
Air Force Royal Air Force SURETY: BARRIER SYSTEMS.... 185,000 5,000
Lakenheath
Air Force Royal Air Force SOW CAMPUS INFRASTRUCTURE.. 51,000 51,000
Mildenhall
Unspecified
Air Force Unspecified SAOC (DESIGN).............. 0 158,200
Utah
Air Force Hill Air Force Base COST TO COMPLETE--F-35 T-7A 0 28,000
EAST CAMPUS INFRASTRUCTURE.
Air Force Hill Air Force Base T-7A DEPOT MAINTENANCE 50,000 50,000
COMPLEX (INC).
Virginia
Air Force Joint Base Langley- DORMITORY.................. 81,000 81,000
Eustis
Worldwide Unspecified
Air Force Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN..................... 439,926 439,926
Locations
Air Force Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (INDOPACOM)......... 0 117,590
Locations
Air Force Unspecified Worldwide UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING 0 50,000
Locations (DESIGN).
Air Force Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 129,600 129,600
Locations CONSTRUCTION.
Wyoming
Air Force F.E. Warren Air Force GBSD CONSOLIDATED 194,000 50,000
Base MAINTENANCE FACILITY.
Air Force F.E. Warren Air Force GBSD LAND ACQUISITION, 139,000 59,000
Base PHASE 2.
Air Force F.E. Warren Air Force GBSD UTILITY CORRIDOR (INC) 70,000 70,000
Base
........................
Subtotal Military Construction, Air Force 3,187,126 3,532,416
......................
DEFENSE-WIDE
Alabama
Defense-Wide Anniston Army Depot GENERAL PURPOSE WAREHOUSE 0 3,420
(DESIGN).
Defense-Wide Anniston Army Depot POWER GENERATION AND 0 56,450
MICROGRID.
Defense-Wide Anniston Army Depot SMALL ARMS WAREHOUSE 0 14,500
(DESIGN).
Defense-Wide Redstone Arsenal GROUND TEST FACILITY 80,000 40,000
INFRASTRUCTURE (INC).
Alaska
Defense-Wide Eielson Air Force Base FUELS OPERATIONS & LAB 14,000 14,000
FACILITY.
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Defense-Wide Joint Base Elmendorf- FUEL FACILITIES............ 55,000 55,000
Richardson
Arizona
Defense-Wide U.S. Army Garrison SOF MILITARY FREE FALL 62,000 64,000
Yuma Proving Grounds ADVANCED TRAIN COMPLEX.
Bahrain
Defense-Wide Naval Support Activity GROUND MOUNTED SOLAR 0 15,330
Bahrain PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM.
California
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Base Camp AMBULATORY CARE CENTER ADD/ 26,440 27,576
Pendleton ALT (AREA 53).
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Base Camp AMBULATORY CARE CENTER ADD/ 24,930 30,509
Pendleton ALT (AREA 62).
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Base Camp AMBULATORY CARE CENTER 45,040 48,091
Pendleton REPLACEMENT (AREA 22).
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Mountain FUEL FACILITIES............ 19,300 19,300
Warfare Training
Center
Defense-Wide Naval Base Coronado SOF OPERATIONS SUPPORT 51,000 0
FACILITY, PHASE 2.
Colorado
Defense-Wide Fort Carson AMBULATORY CARE CENTER 41,000 61,359
REPLACEMENT.
Cuba
Defense-Wide Naval Station AMBULATORY CARE CENTER 96,829 96,829
Guantanamo Bay REPLACEMENT (INC 2).
Delaware
Defense-Wide Major Joseph R. MICROGRID AND BACKUP POWER. 0 22,050
``Beau'' Biden III
National Guard/
Reserve Center
Florida
Defense-Wide Hurlburt Field SOF AFSOC OPERATIONS 14,000 14,000
FACILITY.
Georgia
Defense-Wide Hunter Army Airfield SOF CONSOLIDATED RIGGING 47,000 47,000
FACILITY.
Defense-Wide Hunter Army Airfield SOF MILITARY WORKING DOG 16,800 17,300
KENNEL FACILITY.
Germany
Defense-Wide Spangdahlem Air Base COST TO COMPLETE-- 6,500 6,500
SPANGDAHLEM ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL REPLACEMENT.
Greece
Defense-Wide Naval Support Activity ADVANCED MICROGRID......... 0 42,500
Souda Bay
Guam
Defense-Wide Joint Region Marianas GUAM HIGH SCHOOL TEMPORARY 26,000 26,000
FACILITIES.
Defense-Wide Joint Region Marianas PDI: GDS, COMMAND CENTER 187,212 147,212
(INC).
Defense-Wide Joint Region Marianas PDI: GDS, EIAMD, PHASE 1 278,267 238,267
(INC).
Hawaii
Defense-Wide Joint Base Pearl FY20 500 KW PV COVERED 0 16,300
Harbor-Hickam PARKING EV CHARGING
STATION.
Illinois
Defense-Wide Rock Island Arsenal POWER GENERATION AND 0 73,470
MICROGRID.
Indiana
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Defense-Wide Camp Atterbury- POWER GENERATION AND 0 39,180
Muscatatuck MICROGRID.
Italy
Defense-Wide Naval Air Station MICROGRID CONTROL SYSTEMS.. 0 13,470
Sigonella
Japan
Defense-Wide Camp Fuji MICROGRID AND BACKUP POWER. 0 45,870
Defense-Wide Fleet Activities KINNICK HIGH SCHOOL (INC).. 40,386 40,386
Yokosuka
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Air MICROGRID AND BACKUP POWER, 0 0
Station Iwakuni NATURAL GAS PLANT.
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Air MICROGRID AND BACKUP POWER, 0 0
Station Iwakuni SOLAR PV AND BESS.
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Base Camp MICROGRID AND BACKUP POWER. 0 0
Smedley D. Butler
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Base Camp KUBASAKI HIGH SCHOOL....... 160,000 30,000
Smedley D. Butler
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Base Camp MICROGRID AND BACKUP POWER, 0 0
Smedley D. Butler CAMP COURTNEY.
Korea
Defense-Wide Kunsan Air Base AMBULATORY CARE CENTER 64,942 64,942
REPLACEMENT.
Maine
Defense-Wide Portsmouth Naval POWER PLANT RESILIENCY 0 28,700
Shipyard IMPROVEMENTS.
Maryland
Defense-Wide Aberdeen Proving POWER GENERATION AND 0 34,400
Ground MICROGRID.
Defense-Wide Fort Meade NSAW EAST CAMPUS BUILDING 265,000 265,000
#5 (INC 2).
Defense-Wide Joint Base Andrews AMBULATORY CARE CENTER 15,040 21,982
(INC).
Defense-Wide Joint Base Andrews MICROGRID WITH ELECTRIC 0 17,920
VEHICLE CHARGING
INFRASTRUCTURE.
Defense-Wide Walter Reed National MEDCEN ADDITION/ALTERATION 77,651 77,651
Military Medical (INC 8).
Center
Mississippi
Defense-Wide Key Field UPGRADED FUEL HYDRANT 0 1,000
SYSTEM (DESIGN).
Missouri
Defense-Wide Whiteman Air Force FLIGHTLINE FUELING 19,500 19,500
Base FACILITIES.
New Jersey
Defense-Wide Joint Base McGuire-Dix- MICROGRID WITH ELECTRIC 0 19,500
Lakehurst VEHICLE CHARGING
INFRASTRUCTURE.
Defense-Wide National Guard MICROGRID, BATTERY STORAGE 0 40,000
Training Center Sea AND UNDERGOUND ELECTRICIAL
Girt UTILITY.
North Carolina
Defense-Wide Fort Liberty SOF ARMS ROOM ADDITION..... 11,800 13,000
Defense-Wide Fort Liberty SOF CAMP MACKALL COMPANY 0 34,000
OPERATIONS FACILITIES.
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Base Camp SOF ARMORY................. 25,400 27,500
Lejeune
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Base Camp SOF INFORMATION MANEUVER 0 57,000
Lejeune FACILITY.
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Ohio
Defense-Wide Wright-Patterson Air DISTRICT COOLING PLANT..... 0 53,000
Force Base
Puerto Rico
Defense-Wide Fort Buchanan POTABLE WATER PURIFICATION 0 0
SYSTEM.
South Carolina
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Air FUEL PIER.................. 31,500 31,500
Station Beaufort
Defense-Wide Marine Corps Recruit AMBULATORY CARE CLINIC 72,050 72,050
Depot Parris Island REPLACEMENT (DENTAL).
Texas
Defense-Wide Naval Air Station GENERAL PURPOSE WAREHOUSE.. 79,300 79,300
Corpus Christi
Defense-Wide NSA Texas CRYPTOLOGIC CENTER (INC)... 152,000 0
United Kingdom
Defense-Wide Royal Air Force LAKENHEATH HIGH SCHOOL..... 153,000 8,000
Lakenheath
Virginia
Defense-Wide Fort Belvoir DEFENSE HEALTH HEADQUARTERS 225,000 0
Defense-Wide Joint Expeditionary SOF HUMAN PERFORMANCE 32,000 35,000
Base Little Creek- TRAINING CENTER.
Fort Story
Defense-Wide Pentagon METRO ENTRANCE PEDESTRIAN 36,800 36,800
ACCESS CONTROL POINT.
Washington
Defense-Wide Joint Base Lewis- POWER GENERATION AND 0 40,000
McChord--Gray Army MICROGRID.
Airfield
Defense-Wide Naval Air Station HYDRANT FUELING SYSTEM..... 54,000 54,000
Whidbey Island
Defense-Wide Naval Base Kitsap MICROGRID.................. 0 77,270
Defense-Wide Naval Magazine Indian BACKUP POWER AND MICROGRID. 0 39,490
Island
Defense-Wide Naval Magazine Indian MICROGRID AND BACKUP POWER. 0 0
Island
Defense-Wide Naval Undersea Warfare SOF COLDWATER TRAINING/ 35,000 0
Center Keyport AUSTERE ENVIRONMENT
FACILITY.
Worldwide Unspecified
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide COST TO COMPLETE--ERCIP.... 0 103,100
Locations
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (DEFENSE-WIDE)...... 26,081 26,081
Locations
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (DHA)............... 46,751 46,751
Locations
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (DLA)............... 105,000 105,000
Locations
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (DODEA)............. 7,501 7,501
Locations
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (MDA)............... 4,745 4,745
Locations
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (NSA)............... 41,928 41,928
Locations
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Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (SOCOM)............. 35,495 35,495
Locations
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (TJS)............... 1,964 1,964
Locations
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN (WHS)............... 1,508 1,508
Locations
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide ENERGY RESILIENCE AND 636,000 0
Locations CONSERVATION INVESTMENT
PROGRAM.
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide ERCIP DESIGN............... 96,238 96,238
Locations
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide EXERCISE RELATED MINOR 11,146 26,146
Locations CONSTRUCTION.
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 3,000 3,000
Locations CONSTRUCTION (DEFENSE-
WIDE).
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 18,000 18,000
Locations CONSTRUCTION (DHA).
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 13,333 13,333
Locations CONSTRUCTION (DLA).
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 7,400 7,400
Locations CONSTRUCTION (DODEA).
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 5,277 5,277
Locations CONSTRUCTION (MDA).
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 6,000 6,000
Locations CONSTRUCTION (NSA).
Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 24,109 24,109
Locations CONSTRUCTION (SOCOM).
........................
Subtotal Military Construction, Defense-Wide 3,733,163 3,187,950
......................
ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
Alaska
Army National Guard Joint Base Elmendorf- NATIONAL GUARD READINESS 67,000 67,000
Richardson CENTER.
Georgia
Army National Guard Fort Eisenhower NATIONAL GUARD READINESS 0 0
CENTER (DESIGN).
Iowa
Army National Guard Sioux City Armory NATIONAL GUARD VEHICLE 13,800 13,800
MAINTENANCE SHOP.
Kentucky
Army National Guard Fort Campbell NATIONAL GUARD READINESS 0 0
CENTER (DESIGN).
Army National Guard Fort Campbell READINESS CENTER........... 0 18,000
Louisiana
Army National Guard Abbeville NATIONAL GUARD READINESS 0 0
CENTER (DESIGN).
Army National Guard Lafayette Readiness NATIONAL GUARD READINESS 33,000 33,000
Center CENTER.
Maine
Army National Guard Saco SOUTHERN MAINE READINESS 0 1,000
CENTER (DESIGN).
Michigan
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Army National Guard Detroit Olympia READINESS CENTER ADDITION/ 0 4,400
ALTERATION (DESIGN).
Mississippi
Army National Guard Southaven Readiness NATIONAL GUARD READINESS 33,000 33,000
Center CENTER.
Montana
Army National Guard Malta Readiness Center NATIONAL GUARD VEHICLE 14,800 14,800
MAINTENANCE SHOP.
Nevada
Army National Guard Hawthorne Army Depot AUTOMATED QUALIFICATION/ 18,000 18,000
TRAINING RANGE.
New Jersey
Army National Guard Vineland NATIONAL GUARD VEHICLE 23,000 23,000
MAINTENANCE SHOP.
North Carolina
Army National Guard Salisbury FLIGHT FACILITY (DESIGN)... 0 0
Ohio
Army National Guard Lima READINESS CENTER........... 0 26,000
Oklahoma
Army National Guard Shawnee Readiness NATIONAL GUARD READINESS 29,000 29,000
Center CENTER.
Pennsylvania
Army National Guard Danville VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SHOP 0 0
(DESIGN).
Puerto Rico
Army National Guard Gurabo Readiness NATIONAL GUARD VEHICLE 0 0
Center MAINTENANCE SHOP.
Rhode Island
Army National Guard North Kingstown COST TO COMPLETE: NATIONAL 0 16,000
GUARD READINESS CENTER.
Army National Guard Quonset State Airport COST TO COMPLETE: NATIONAL 0 11,000
GUARD READINESS CENTER.
Utah
Army National Guard Nephi Readiness Center NATIONAL GUARD VEHICLE 20,000 20,000
MAINTENANCE SHOP.
Washington
Army National Guard Camp Murray NATIONAL GUARD/RESERVE 40,000 40,000
CENTER BUILDING.
Wisconsin
Army National Guard Rapids NATIONAL GUARD READINESS 0 3,800
CENTER (DESIGN).
Worldwide Unspecified
Army National Guard Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN..................... 25,529 40,529
Locations
Army National Guard Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 45,000 65,000
Locations CONSTRUCTION.
........................
Subtotal Military Construction, Army National Guard 362,129 477,329
......................
ARMY RESERVE
California
Army Reserve Bell ARMY RESERVE TRAINING 0 0
CENTER.
Army Reserve Camp Parks ADVANCED SKILLS TRAINING 42,000 42,000
BARRACKS.
Georgia
Army Reserve Dobbins Air Reserve ARMY RESERVE CENTER........ 78,000 78,000
Base
Kentucky
Army Reserve Fort Knox AVIATION SUPPORT FACILITY.. 0 57,000
Massachusetts
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Army Reserve Devens Reserve Forces COLLECTIVE TRAINING 0 39,000
Training Area ENLISTED BARRACKS.
New Jersey
Army Reserve Joint Base McGuire-Dix- VERTICAL SKILLS FACILITY... 16,000 16,000
Lakehurst
Pennsylvania
Army Reserve Wilkes-Barre AREA MAINTENANCE SUPPORT 22,000 22,000
ACTIVITY EQUIPMENT.
Puerto Rico
Army Reserve Fort Buchanan ADVANCED SKILLS TRAINING 39,000 39,000
BARRACKS.
Virginia
Army Reserve Richmond AREA MAINTENANCE SUPPORT 23,000 23,000
ACTIVITY/VMS.
Wisconsin
Army Reserve Andrew Miller Army VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SHOP 0 0
Reserve Center (DESIGN).
Worldwide Unspecified
Army Reserve Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN..................... 31,508 31,508
Locations
Army Reserve Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 3,524 3,524
Locations CONSTRUCTION.
........................
Subtotal Military Construction, Army Reserve 255,032 351,032
......................
NAVY RESERVE & MARINE CORPS RESERVE
Texas
Navy Reserve & Marine Corps Naval Air Station WHOLE HANGAR REPAIR........ 0 10,000
Reserve Joint Reserve Base
Fort Worth
Washington
Navy Reserve & Marine Corps Joint Base Lewis- PARACHUTE SURVIVAL TRAINING 26,610 26,610
Reserve McChord FACILITY.
Worldwide Unspecified
Navy Reserve & Marine Corps Unspecified Worldwide MCNR DESIGN................ 663 663
Reserve Locations
Navy Reserve & Marine Corps Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 0 0
Reserve Locations CONSTRUCTION.
Navy Reserve & Marine Corps Unspecified Worldwide USMCR DESIGN............... 2,556 2,556
Reserve Locations
........................
Subtotal Military Construction, Navy Reserve & Marine Corps Reserve 29,829 39,829
......................
AIR NATIONAL GUARD
Alaska
Air National Guard Joint Base Elmendorf- BASE SUPPLY COMPLEX........ 0 0
Richardson
Air National Guard Joint Base Elmendorf- COMBAT RESCUE HELICOPTER 19,300 19,300
Richardson SIMULATOR.
Arizona
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Air National Guard Tucson International COST TO COMPLETE--BASE 0 7,000
Airport ENTRY COMPLEX.
California
Air National Guard Moffett Airfield COMBAT RESCUE HELICOPTER 12,600 12,600
SIMULATOR.
Colorado
Air National Guard Buckley Space Force COST TO COMPLETE--CORROSION 0 4,000
Base CONTROL FACILITY.
Florida
Air National Guard Jacksonville F-35 CONSOLIDATED WEAPONS 26,200 26,200
International Airport TRAINING.
Hawaii
Air National Guard Joint Base Pearl SPACE CONTROL CENTER....... 36,600 36,600
Harbor-Hickam
Kentucky
Air National Guard Louisville Muhammad RESPONSE FORCE WAREHOUSE 0 0
Ali International (DESIGN).
Airport
Maine
Air National Guard Bangor International FUEL CELL HANGAR........... 0 48,000
Airport
Mississippi
Air National Guard Key Field ADAL MAINTENANCE HANGAR & 0 5,600
CONSTRUCT AMU COMPLEX
(DESIGN).
Air National Guard Key Field BASE SUPPLY WAREHOUSE 0 1,900
(DESIGN).
Air National Guard Key Field CORROSION CONTROL HANGAR 0 6,700
(DESIGN).
New Jersey
Air National Guard Atlantic City F-16 MISSION TRAINING 18,000 18,000
International Airport CENTER.
New York
Air National Guard Francis S. Gabreski COMBAT RESCUE HELICOPTER 14,000 14,000
Airport SIMULATOR.
Ohio
Air National Guard Rickenbacker COST TO COMPLETE--SMALL 0 6,000
International Airport ARMS RANGE.
Oregon
Air National Guard Portland International COST TO COMPLETE--SPECIAL 0 7,000
Airport TACTICS COMPLEX - 1.
Air National Guard Portland International COST TO COMPLETE--SPECIAL 0 5,000
Airport TACTICS COMPLEX - 2.
Air National Guard Portland International COST TO COMPLETE--SPECIAL 0 5,000
Airport TACTICS COMPLEX - 3.
Pennsylvania
Air National Guard Pittsburgh ENTRY CONTROL FACILITY 0 0
International Airport (DESIGN).
Texas
Air National Guard Fort Worth C-130J ADAL FUEL CELL 13,100 13,100
BUILDING 1674.
Washington
Air National Guard Camp Murray NATIONAL GUARD/RESERVE 0 5,700
CENTER (ANG COST SHARE):
MINOR CONSTRUCTION.
West Virginia
Air National Guard McLaughlin Air SQUADRON OPERATIONS 0 0
National Guard Base FACILITY (DESIGN).
Worldwide Unspecified
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Air National Guard Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN..................... 10,792 10,792
Locations
Air National Guard Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 40,200 40,200
Locations CONSTRUCTION.
Wyoming
Air National Guard Cheyenne Regional COST TO COMPLETE--CONSTRUCT 0 4,000
Airport VM & AGE COMPLEX.
........................
Subtotal Military Construction, Air National Guard 190,792 296,692
......................
AIR FORCE RESERVE
Arizona
Air Force Reserve Luke Air Force Base ADMINISTRATIVE AND STORAGE 0 0
BUILDING (DESIGN).
Delaware
Air Force Reserve Dover Air Force Base 512TH OPERATIONS GROUP 0 42,000
FACILITY.
Georgia
Air Force Reserve Dobbins Air Reserve SECURITY FORCES FACILITY... 22,000 0
Base
Indiana
Air Force Reserve Grissom Air Reserve INDOOR SMALL ARMS RANGE.... 21,000 21,000
Base
New York
Air Force Reserve Niagara Falls Air TAXIWAY/RUNWAY (DESIGN).... 0 6,600
Reserve Station
Ohio
Air Force Reserve Youngstown Air Reserve FIRE STATION............... 25,000 25,000
Station
South Carolina
Air Force Reserve Joint Base Charleston AEROMEDICAL EVACUATION 0 33,000
FACILITY.
Worldwide Unspecified
Air Force Reserve Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN..................... 562 9,562
Locations
Air Force Reserve Unspecified Worldwide UNSPECIFIED MINOR 701 701
Locations CONSTRUCTION.
........................
Subtotal Military Construction, Air Force Reserve 69,263 137,863
......................
NATO SECURITY INVESTMENT PROGRAM
Worldwide Unspecified
NATO NATO Security NATO SECURITY INVESTMENT 433,864 463,864
Investment Program PROGRAM.
........................
Subtotal NATO Security Investment Program 433,864 463,864
......................
INDOPACIFIC COMBATANT COMMAND
Worldwide Unspecified
MILCON, INDOPACOM Unspecified Worldwide INDOPACOM MILCON PILOT..... 0 150,000
Locations
........................
Subtotal INDOPACOM MILITARY CONSTRUCTION PILOT PROGRAM 0 150,000
......................
TOTAL MILITARY CONSTRUCTION 15,113,254 15,212,254
......................
FAMILY HOUSING
FAMILY HOUSING CONSTRUCTION, ARMY
Belgium
Fam Hsg Con, Army Chievres Air Base FAMILY HOUSING NEW 100,954 82,954
CONSTRUCTION (84 UNITS).
Georgia
Fam Hsg Con, Army Fort Eisenhower MHPI RESTRUCTURE--FORT 50,000 50,000
EISENHOWER.
Germany
Fam Hsg Con, Army U.S. Army Garrison FAMILY HOUSING REPLACEMENT 63,246 63,246
Rheinland-Pfalz CONSTRUCTION (54 UNITS).
Japan
Fam Hsg Con, Army Sagamihara Family FAMILY HOUSING IMPROVEMENTS 31,114 31,114
Housing Area CONSTRUCTION (35 UNITS).
Worldwide Unspecified
Fam Hsg Con, Army Unspecified Worldwide FAMILY HOUSING DESIGN...... 31,333 31,333
Locations
........................
Subtotal Family Housing Construction, Army 276,647 258,647
......................
FAMILY HOUSING O&M, ARMY
Worldwide Unspecified
Fam Hsg O&M, Army Unspecified Worldwide FURNISHINGS................ 18,065 18,065
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Army Unspecified Worldwide LEASED HOUSING............. 129,703 129,703
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Army Unspecified Worldwide MAINTENANCE................ 127,097 127,097
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Army Unspecified Worldwide MANAGEMENT................. 62,060 62,060
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Army Unspecified Worldwide HOUSING PRIVATIZATION 69,579 69,579
Locations SUPPORT.
Fam Hsg O&M, Army Unspecified Worldwide MISCELLANEOUS.............. 357 357
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Army Unspecified Worldwide SERVICES................... 8,273 8,273
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Army Unspecified Worldwide UTILITIES.................. 60,477 60,477
Locations
........................
Subtotal Family Housing Operation & Maintenance, Army 475,611 475,611
......................
FAMILY HOUSING CONSTRUCTION, NAVY & MARINE CORPS
Guam
Fam Hsg Con, Navy & Marine Andersen Air Force REPLACE ANDERSEN HOUSING, 93,112 12,112
Corps Base PHASE 10 (42 UNITS).
Fam Hsg Con, Navy & Marine Joint Region Marianas REPLACE ANDERSEN HOUSING, 103,863 28,863
Corps PHASE 9 (136 UNITS) (INC).
Worldwide Unspecified
Fam Hsg Con, Navy & Marine Unspecified Worldwide CONSTRUCTION IMPROVEMENTS 35,438 35,438
Corps Locations (64 UNITS).
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Fam Hsg Con, Navy & Marine Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN..................... 13,329 13,329
Corps Locations
........................
Subtotal Family Housing Construction, Navy & Marine Corps 245,742 89,742
......................
FAMILY HOUSING O&M, NAVY & MARINE CORPS
Worldwide Unspecified
Fam Hsg O&M, Navy & Marine Unspecified Worldwide FURNISHINGS................ 16,839 16,839
Corps Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Navy & Marine Unspecified Worldwide HOUSING PRIVATIZATION 60,283 60,283
Corps Locations SUPPORT.
Fam Hsg O&M, Navy & Marine Unspecified Worldwide LEASING.................... 67,412 67,412
Corps Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Navy & Marine Unspecified Worldwide MAINTENANCE................ 109,504 109,504
Corps Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Navy & Marine Unspecified Worldwide MANAGEMENT................. 61,240 61,240
Corps Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Navy & Marine Unspecified Worldwide MISCELLANEOUS.............. 427 427
Corps Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Navy & Marine Unspecified Worldwide SERVICES................... 17,332 17,332
Corps Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Navy & Marine Unspecified Worldwide UTILITIES.................. 44,180 44,180
Corps Locations
........................
Subtotal Family Housing Operation & Maintenance, Navy & Marine Corps 377,217 377,217
......................
FAMILY HOUSING CONSTRUCTION, AIR FORCE
Alaska
Fam Hsg Con, Air Force Joint Base Elmendorf- MHPI RESTRUCTURE--JBER 120,000 120,000
Richardson PHASE III.
Germany
Fam Hsg Con, Air Force Ramstein Air Base CONSTRUCT 2 GOQ UNITS...... 4,350 4,350
Fam Hsg Con, Air Force Ramstein Air Base KMC 02--CONSTRUCT TWO CAR 1,400 1,400
GARAGES (5 UNITS).
Japan
Fam Hsg Con, Air Force Yokota Air Base FAMILY HOUSE IMPROVEMENTS 26,242 26,242
8B WEST (19 UNITS).
Fam Hsg Con, Air Force Yokota Air Base FAMILY HOUSE IMPROVEMENTS 39,000 39,000
9, PHASE 2 (32 UNITS).
Texas
Fam Hsg Con, Air Force Lackland Air Force MHPI RESTRUCTURE--LACKLAND. 24,000 24,000
Base
Worldwide Unspecified
Fam Hsg Con, Air Force Unspecified Worldwide DESIGN..................... 6,557 6,557
Locations
........................
Subtotal Family Housing Construction, Air Force 221,549 221,549
......................
FAMILY HOUSING O&M, AIR FORCE
Worldwide Unspecified
[[Page 138 STAT. 2405]]
Fam Hsg O&M, Air Force Unspecified Worldwide FURNISHINGS................ 24,230 24,230
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Air Force Unspecified Worldwide HOUSING PRIVATIZATION 32,508 32,508
Locations SUPPORT.
Fam Hsg O&M, Air Force Unspecified Worldwide LEASING.................... 6,278 6,278
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Air Force Unspecified Worldwide MAINTENANCE................ 127,023 127,023
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Air Force Unspecified Worldwide MANAGEMENT................. 71,384 71,384
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Air Force Unspecified Worldwide MISCELLANEOUS.............. 2,426 2,426
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Air Force Unspecified Worldwide SERVICES................... 12,446 12,446
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Air Force Unspecified Worldwide UTILITIES.................. 49,955 49,955
Locations
........................
Subtotal Family Housing Operation & Maintenance, Air Force 326,250 326,250
......................
FAMILY HOUSING O&M, DEFENSE-WIDE
Worldwide Unspecified
Fam Hsg O&M, Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide FURNISHINGS (DIA).......... 687 687
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide FURNISHINGS (NSA).......... 91 91
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide LEASING (DIA).............. 32,983 32,983
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide LEASING (NSA).............. 13,986 13,986
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide MAINTENANCE................ 36 36
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide UTILITIES (DIA)............ 4,358 4,358
Locations
Fam Hsg O&M, Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide UTILITIES (NSA)............ 15 15
Locations
........................
Subtotal Family Housing Operation & Maintenance, Defense-Wide 52,156 52,156
......................
FAMILY HOUSING IMPROVEMENT FUND
Worldwide Unspecified
Family Housing Improvement Unspecified Worldwide ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES-- 8,195 8,195
Fund Locations FHIF.
........................
Subtotal Family Housing Improvement Fund 8,195 8,195
......................
UNACCOMPANIED HOUSING IMPROVEMENT FUND
Worldwide Unspecified
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Unaccompanied Housing Unspecified Worldwide ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES-- 497 497
Improvement Fund Locations UHIF.
........................
Subtotal Unaccompanied Housing Improvement Fund 497 497
......................
TOTAL FAMILY HOUSING 1,983,864 1,809,864
DEFENSE BASE REALIGNMENT AND CLOSURE
BASE REALIGNMENT AND CLOSURE, ARMY
Worldwide Unspecified
BRAC, Army Unspecified Worldwide BASE REALIGNMENT & CLOSURE. 212,556 237,556
Locations
........................
Subtotal Base Realignment and Closure--Army 212,556 237,556
......................
BASE REALIGNMENT AND CLOSURE, NAVY
Worldwide Unspecified
BRAC, Navy Unspecified Worldwide BASE REALIGNMENT & CLOSURE. 111,697 136,697
Locations
........................
Subtotal Base Realignment and Closure--Navy 111,697 136,697
......................
BASE REALIGNMENT AND CLOSURE, AIR FORCE
Worldwide Unspecified
BRAC, Air Force Unspecified Worldwide BASE REALIGNMENT & CLOSURE. 121,952 146,952
Locations
........................
Subtotal Base Realignment and Closure--Air Force 121,952 146,952
......................
BASE REALIGNMENT AND CLOSURE, DEFENSE-WIDE
Worldwide Unspecified
BRAC, Defense-Wide Unspecified Worldwide INT-4: DLA ACTIVITIES...... 1,756 1,756
Locations
........................
Subtotal Base Realignment and Closure--Defense-Wide 1,756 1,756
......................
TOTAL DEFENSE BASE REALIGNMENT AND CLOSURE 447,961 522,961
......................
TOTAL MILITARY CONSTRUCTION, FAMILY HOUSING, AND BRAC 17,545,079 17,545,079
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TITLE XLVII--DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS
SEC. 4701. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS.
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SEC. 4701. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS (In Thousands
of Dollars)
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FY 2025 Conference
Program Request Authorized
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Discretionary Summary by Appropriation
Energy and Water Development and Related
Agencies
Appropriation Summary:
[[Page 138 STAT. 2407]]
Energy Programs
Nuclear Energy...................... 150,000 150,000
Atomic Energy Defense Activities
National Nuclear Security
Administration:
Weapons Activities................ 19,848,644 19,981,044
Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation.. 2,465,108 2,451,108
Naval Reactors.................... 2,118,773 1,968,773
Federal Salaries and Expenses..... 564,475 539,000
Total, National Nuclear Security 24,997,000 24,939,925
Administration.....................
Defense Environmental Cleanup....... 7,059,695 7,005,630
Defense Uranium Enrichment D&D...... 384,957 0
Other Defense Activities............ 1,140,023 1,140,023
Total, Atomic Energy Defense 33,581,675 33,085,578
Activities...........................
Total, Discretionary Funding.............. 33,731,675 33,235,578
Nuclear Energy
Safeguards and security................. 150,000 150,000
Total, Nuclear Energy..................... 150,000 150,000
National Nuclear Security Administration
Weapons Activities
Stockpile management
Stockpile major modernization
B61-12 Life Extension Program....... 27,500 27,500
W88 Alteration program.............. 78,700 78,700
W80-4 Life extension program........ 1,164,750 1,164,750
W80-X ALT SLCM...................... 0 70,000
Program increase.................. [70,000]
W87-1 Modification Program.......... 1,096,033 1,096,033
W93................................. 455,776 455,776
B61-13.............................. 16,000 16,000
Subtotal, Stockpile major 2,838,759 2,908,759
modernization........................
Stockpile sustainment..................... 1,356,260 1,356,260
Weapons dismantlement and disposition..... 54,100 54,100
Production operations..................... 816,567 816,567
Nuclear enterprise assurance.............. 75,002 75,002
Total, Stockpile management............. 5,140,688 5,210,688
Production Modernization
Primary Capability Modernization
Plutonium Modernization
Los Alamos Plutonium Modernization
Los Alamos Plutonium Operations. 984,611 984,611
21-D-512 Plutonium Pit 470,000 470,000
Production Project, LANL.......
15-D-302 TA-55 Reinvestments 39,475 39,475
Project, Phase 3, LANL.........
Subtotal, Los Alamos Plutonium 1,494,086 1,494,086
Modernization....................
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Savannah River Plutonium Modernization
Savannah River Plutonium 75,332 75,332
Operations.....................
21-D-511 Savannah River 1,200,000 1,200,000
Plutonium Processing Facility,
SRS............................
Subtotal, Savannah River Plutonium 1,275,332 1,275,332
Modernization....................
Enterprise Plutonium Support.......... 121,964 121,964
Total, Plutonium Modernization.......... 2,891,382 2,891,382
High Explosives & Energetics
High Explosives & Energetics.... 115,675 131,675
High Explosives Binder--NNSA [16,000]
UPL..........................
21-D-510 HE Synthesis, 0 20,000
Formulation, and Production, PX
Program increase.............. [20,000]
15-D-301 HE Science & 15,000 15,000
Engineering Facility, PX.......
Subtotal, High Explosives & 130,675 166,675
Energetics.......................
Total, Primary Capability Modernization... 3,022,057 3,058,057
Secondary Capability Modernization
Secondary Capability Modernization...... 755,353 755,353
18-D-690 Lithium Processing Facility, Y- 260,000 260,000
12.....................................
06-D-141 Uranium Processing Facility, Y- 800,000 800,000
12.....................................
Total, Secondary Capability Modernization. 1,815,353 1,815,353
Tritium and Domestic Uranium Enrichment
Tritium and Domestic Uranium Enrichment. 661,738 661,738
Tritium Sustainment and Modernization... 0 0
Total, Tritium and Domestic Uranium 661,738 661,738
Enrichment...............................
Non-Nuclear Capability Modernization...... 141,300 141,300
22-D-513 Power Sources Capability, SNL.. 50,000 50,000
Total, Non-Nuclear Capability 191,300 191,300
Modernization............................
Capability Based Investments.............. 153,244 153,244
Warhead Assembly Modernization............ 34,000 34,000
Total, Production Modernization......... 5,877,692 5,913,692
Stockpile research, technology, and
engineering
Assessment Science
Assessment Science.................. 834,250 834,250
14-D-640 U1a Complex Enhancements 73,083 73,083
Project, NNSS......................
Total, Assessment Science............. 907,333 907,333
Engineering and integrated assessments 418,000 418,000
Inertial confinement fusion........... 682,830 682,830
Advanced simulation and computing..... 879,500 879,500
Weapons technology and manufacturing 286,489 296,489
maturation...........................
High Explosives Binder--NNSA UPL.... [10,000]
Academic programs..................... 128,188 113,188
Unjustified growth.................. [-15,000]
Total, Stockpile research, technology, 3,302,340 3,297,340
and engineering........................
Infrastructure and operations
Operating
Operations of facilities............ 1,305,000 1,305,000
Safety and Environmental Operations. 191,958 191,958
Maintenance and Repair of Facilities 881,000 884,000
Program increase for Y-12 [3,000]
maintenance backlog..............
Recapitalization.................... 778,408 778,408
Total, Operating...................... 3,156,366 3,159,366
Mission enabling construction
23-D-517 Electrical Power Capacity 70,000 70,000
Upgrade, LANL......................
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24-D-510 Analytic Gas Laboratory, PX 0 36,000
Program increase.................. [36,000]
25-D-510 Plutonium Mission Safety & 48,500 48,500
Quality Building, LANL.............
25-D-511 PULSE New Access, NNSS..... 25,000 25,000
Total, Mission enabling construction.. 143,500 179,500
Total, Infrastructure and operations.... 3,299,866 3,338,866
Secure transportation asset
Operations and equipment.............. 236,160 236,160
Program direction..................... 135,264 135,264
Total, Secure transportation asset...... 371,424 371,424
Defense nuclear security
Operations and maintenance............ 1,126,000 1,126,000
Construction:
17-D-710 West End Protected Area 54,000 54,000
Reduction Project, Y-12............
Subtotal, Construction................ 54,000 54,000
Total, Defense nuclear security......... 1,180,000 1,180,000
Information technology and cybersecurity.. 646,000 638,400
Unjustified growth...................... [-7,600]
Legacy contractor pensions................ 30,634 30,634
Total, Weapons Activities................. 19,848,644 19,981,044
Adjustments
Use of prior year balances............ 0 0
Total, Adjustments........................ 0 0
Total, Weapons Activities................. 19,848,644 19,981,044
Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation
Material Management and Minimization
Reactor conversion and uranium supply. 145,227 145,227
Nuclear material removal and 38,825 38,825
elimination..........................
Plutonium disposition................. 193,045 193,045
Total, Material Management and 377,097 377,097
Minimization...........................
Global Material Security
International nuclear security........ 87,768 87,768
Radiological security................. 260,000 260,000
Nuclear smuggling detection and 196,096 182,096
deterrence...........................
Insufficient justification.......... [-14,000]
Total, Global Material Security......... 543,864 529,864
Nonproliferation and Arms Control....... 224,980 224,980
Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation R&D
Proliferation detection............... 317,158 317,158
Nuclear fuels development............. 0 0
Nonproliferation stewardship program.. 124,875 124,875
Nuclear detonation detection.......... 323,058 323,058
Forensics R&D......................... 37,759 37,759
Total, Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation 802,850 802,850
R&D....................................
Nonproliferation Construction:
18-D-150 Surplus Plutonium Disposition 40,000 40,000
Project, SRS.........................
Total, Nonproliferation Construction.... 40,000 40,000
Legacy contractor pensions.............. 7,128 7,128
Nuclear Counterterrorism and Incident
Response Program
Emergency Management.................. 23,847 23,847
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Counterterrorism and 512,342 512,342
Counterproliferation.................
Total, Nuclear Counterterrorism and 536,189 536,189
Incident Response Program..............
Subtotal, Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation 2,532,108 2,518,108
Adjustments
Use of prior year balances............ -67,000 -67,000
Total, Adjustments...................... -67,000 -67,000
Total, Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation... 2,465,108 2,451,108
Naval Reactors
Naval reactors development.............. 868,380 868,380
Columbia-Class reactor systems 45,610 45,610
development............................
Naval reactors operations and 763,263 763,263
infrastructure.........................
Program direction....................... 62,848 62,848
Construction:
14-D-901 Spent Fuel Handling 292,002 142,002
Recapitalization Project, NRF........
Program reduction................... [-150,000]
22-D-532 KL Security Upgrades......... 41,670 41,670
25-D-530 Naval Examination Acquisition 45,000 45,000
Project..............................
Total, Construction..................... 378,672 228,672
Total, Naval Reactors..................... 2,118,773 1,968,773
Federal Salaries and Expenses
Program direction....................... 564,475 539,000
Program decrease...................... [-475]
Insufficient justification............ [-25,000]
Use of prior year balances.............. 0 0
Total, Federal Salaries and Expenses...... 564,475 539,000
TOTAL, National Nuclear Security 24,997,000 24,939,925
Administration...........................
Defense Environmental Cleanup
Closure sites administration.......... 1,350 1,350
Richland
River corridor and other cleanup 133,000 133,000
operations...........................
Central plateau remediation........... 773,030 773,030
Richland community and regulatory 11,130 11,130
support..............................
22-D-401 L-888 Eastern Plateau Fire 13,500 13,500
Station..............................
22-D-402 L-897 200 Area Water 7,800 7,800
Treatment Facility...................
23-D-404 181D Export Water System 18,886 18,886
Reconfiguration and Upgrade..........
23-D-405 181B Export Water System 1,168 1,168
Reconfiguration and Upgrade..........
24-D-401 Environmental Restoration 25,000 25,000
Disposal Facility Supercell 11 Expans
Proj.................................
Total, Richland......................... 984,864 983,514
Office of River Protection:
Waste Treatment Immobilization Plant 466,000 450,000
Commissioning........................
Unjustified growth................ [-16,000]
Rad liquid tank waste stabilization 832,065 832,065
and disposition......................
Construction:
23-D-403 Hanford 200 West Area 37,500 37,500
Tank Farms Risk Management
Project..........................
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15-D-409 Low Activity Waste 37,500 37,500
Pretreatment System..............
01-D-16D High-Level Waste Facility 608,100 608,100
01-D-16E Pretreatment Facility.... 20,000 20,000
18-D-16 Waste Treatment & 0 0
Immobilization Plant--LBL/Direct
Feed LAW.........................
Subtotal, Construction................ 703,100 703,100
Total, Office of River Protection....... 2,001,165 1,985,165
Idaho National Laboratory:
Idaho cleanup and waste disposition... 430,678 430,678
Idaho community and regulatory support 3,315 3,315
Construction:
22-D-404 Addl ICDF Landfill 25,250 25,250
Disposal Cell and Evaporation
Ponds Project....................
23-D-402 Calcine Construction..... 0 0
Subtotal, Construction................ 25,250 25,250
Total, Idaho National Laboratory........ 459,243 459,243
NNSA sites and Nevada off-sites
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory 1,917 1,917
Separations Processing Research Unit.. 845 845
Nevada Test Site...................... 63,377 63,377
Sandia National Laboratory............ 1,816 1,816
Los Alamos National Laboratory........ 273,610 273,610
Los Alamos Excess Facilities D&D...... 1,622 1,622
LLNL Excess Facilities D&D............ 0 0
Total, NNSA sites and Nevada off-sites.. 343,187 343,187
Oak Ridge Reservation:
OR Nuclear Facility D&D............... 342,705 342,705
U233 Disposition Program.............. 60,000 60,000
OR cleanup and waste disposition...... 72,000 72,000
Construction:
14-D-403 Outfall 200 Mercury 30,000 30,000
Treatment Facility...............
17-D-401 On-site Waste Disposal 40,000 40,000
Facility.........................
Subtotal, Construction................ 70,000 70,000
OR community & regulatory support..... 5,700 5,700
OR technology development and 3,300 3,300
deployment...........................
Total, Oak Ridge Reservation............ 553,705 553,705
Savannah River Site:
Savannah River risk management 400,538 400,538
operations...........................
Savannah River community and 5,198 5,198
regulatory support...................
Savannah River National Laboratory O&M 90,000 90,000
Construction:
20-D-401 Saltstone Disposal Unit 82,500 82,500
#10, 11, 12......................
19-D-701 SR Security Systems 6,000 6,000
Replacement......................
Subtotal, Construction................ 88,500 88,500
Radioactive liquid tank waste 971,235 981,235
stabilization and disposition........
Program increase.................... [10,000]
Total, Savannah River Site.............. 1,555,471 1,565,471
Waste Isolation Pilot Plant
Waste Isolation Pilot Plant........... 413,874 413,874
Construction:
15-D-411 Safety Significant 10,346 10,346
Confinement Ventilation System,
WIPP.............................
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15-D-412 Utility Shaft, WIPP...... 1,200 1,200
Total, Construction................... 11,546 11,546
Total, Waste Isolation Pilot Plant...... 425,420 425,420
Program direction--Defense Environmental 334,958 326,893
Cleanup................................
Insufficient justification............ [-8,065]
Program support--Defense Environmental 105,885 65,885
Cleanup................................
Program decrease...................... [-40,000]
Safeguards and Security--Defense 265,197 265,197
Environmental Cleanup..................
Technology development and deployment... 30,600 30,600
Subtotal, Defense Environmental Cleanup... 736,640 688,575
TOTAL, Defense Environmental Cleanup...... 7,059,695 7,005,630
Defense Uranium Enrichment D&D............ 384,957 0
Program reduction....................... [-384,957]
Other Defense Activities
Environment, health, safety and security
Environment, health, safety and 141,908 141,908
security mission support.............
Program direction..................... 90,555 90,555
Total, Environment, health, safety and 232,463 232,463
security...............................
Office of Enterprise Assessments
Enterprise assessments................ 30,022 30,022
Program direction..................... 64,132 64,132
Total, Office of Enterprise Assessments. 94,154 94,154
Specialized security activities......... 390,000 390,000
Legacy Management
Legacy Management Activities--Defense. 181,289 181,289
Program Direction..................... 23,969 23,969
Total, Legacy Management................ 205,258 205,258
Defense-Related Administrative Support.. 213,649 213,649
Office of Hearings and Appeals.......... 4,499 4,499
Subtotal, Other Defense Activities...... 1,140,023 1,140,023
Use of prior year balances.............. 0 0
Total, Other Defense Activities........... 1,140,023 1,140,023
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DIVISION E--OTHER MATTERS
TITLE L--VETERANS AFFAIRS MATTERS
Sec. 5001. Grants for State, county, and tribal veterans' cemeteries
that allow interment of certain persons eligible for
interment in national cemeteries.
Sec. 5002. Telephone helpline for assistance for veterans and other
eligible individuals.
Sec. 5003. Report on Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry 2.0.
SEC. 5001. GRANTS FOR STATE, COUNTY, AND TRIBAL VETERANS'
CEMETERIES THAT ALLOW INTERMENT OF
CERTAIN PERSONS ELIGIBLE FOR INTERMENT
IN NATIONAL CEMETERIES.
Section 2408 of title 38, United States Code, is amended--
[[Page 138 STAT. 2413]]
(1) by redesignating subsection (k) as subsection (l); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (j) the following new
subsection (k):
``(k)(1) The Secretary may not establish a condition for a grant
under this section that restricts the ability of a State, county, or
tribal organization receiving such a grant to allow the interment of any
person described in paragraph (8) or (10) of section 2402(a) of this
title in a veterans' cemetery owned by that State or county or on trust
land owned by, or held in trust for, that tribal organization.
``(2) The Secretary may not deny an application for a grant under
this section solely on the basis that the State, county, or tribal
organization receiving such grant may use funds from such grant to
expand, improve, operate, or maintain a veterans' cemetery in which
interment of persons described in paragraph (8) or (10) of section
2402(a) of this title is allowed.
``(3)(A) When requested by a State, county, or tribal organization
that is the recipient of a grant made under this section, the Secretary
shall--
``(i) <<NOTE: Determination.>> determine whether a person is
eligible for burial in a national cemetery under paragraph (8) or (10)
of section 2402(a) of this title; and
``(ii) advise the recipient of the determination.
``(B) A recipient described in subparagraph (A) may use a
determination of the Secretary under such subparagraph as a
determination of the eligibility of the person concerned for burial in
the cemetery for which the grant was made.''.
SEC. 5002. TELEPHONE HELPLINE FOR ASSISTANCE FOR VETERANS AND
OTHER ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS.
(a) In General.--Chapter 53 of title 38, United States Code, is
amended by adding at the end the following new section:
``Sec. 5321. <<NOTE: 38 USC 5321.>> Benefits helpline
``(a) Establishment.--The Secretary shall maintain a toll-free
telephone helpline that a covered individual may call in order to--
``(1) obtain information about any service or benefit
provided under the laws administered by the Secretary; or
``(2) be directed to an appropriate office of the Department
regarding such a service or benefit.
``(b) Contract for Direction of Calls Authorized.--The Secretary may
enter into a contract with a third party to direct calls made to the
helpline to an appropriate office under subsection (a)(2).
``(c) Live Individual Required.--The Secretary shall ensure that a
covered individual who calls the helpline has the option to speak with a
live individual.
``(d) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) The term `covered individual' means--
``(A) a veteran;
``(B) an individual acting on behalf of a veteran;
or
``(C) an individual other than a veteran who is
eligible to receive a benefit or service under a law
administered by the Secretary.
``(2) The term `veteran' has the meaning given such term in
section 2002(b) of this title.''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2414]]
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of sections at the beginning of
such chapter <<NOTE: 38 USC prec. 5301.>> is amended by adding at the
end the following new item:
``5321. Benefits helpline.''.
SEC. 5003. REPORT ON AIRBORNE HAZARDS AND OPEN BURN PIT REGISTRY
2.0.
(a) Report Required.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall submit to
Congress a report on the redesigned Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit
Registry 2.0.
(b) Elements.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include
the following elements:
(1) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> An analysis of how the redesigned
Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry 2.0 improves
research and delivery of health care for veterans exposed to
airborne hazards and open burn pits.
(2) A description of how the redesign has affected the
accuracy of registry data, including data regarding causes of
death.
(3) <<NOTE: Plans.>> The plans of the Secretary to ensure
veterans, caregivers, and survivors are updated on research
outcomes and informed regarding how to confirm the accuracy of
registry data.
TITLE LI--FOREIGN AFFAIRS MATTERS
Subtitle A--United States Foundation for International Conservation Act
of 2024
Sec. 5101. Definitions.
Sec. 5102. United States Foundation for International Conservation.
Sec. 5103. Governance of the Foundation.
Sec. 5104. Corporate powers and obligations of the Foundation.
Sec. 5105. Safeguards and accountability.
Sec. 5106. Projects and grants.
Sec. 5107. Prohibition of support for certain governments.
Sec. 5108. Annual report.
Sec. 5109. Authorization of appropriations.
Subtitle B--Western Hemisphere Partnership Act
Sec. 5111. Short title.
Sec. 5112. United States policy in the Western Hemisphere.
Sec. 5113. Promoting security and the rule of law in the Western
Hemisphere.
Sec. 5114. Promoting digitalization and cybersecurity in the Western
Hemisphere.
Sec. 5115. Promoting economic and commercial partnerships in the Western
Hemisphere.
Sec. 5116. Promoting transparency and democratic governance in the
Western Hemisphere.
Sec. 5117. Sense of Congress on prioritizing nomination and confirmation
of qualified ambassadors.
Sec. 5118. Western Hemisphere defined.
Sec. 5119. Report on efforts to capture and detain United States
citizens as hostages.
Subtitle C--Other Matters
Sec. 5121. Improving multilateral cooperation to improve the security of
Taiwan.
Sec. 5122. Millennium Challenge Corporation candidate country reform.
``Sec. 606. Candidate countries.
Sec. 5123. Extension of sunset.
Sec. 5124. Strategy and grant program to promote internet freedom in
Iran.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2415]]
Subtitle A--United States Foundation for International Conservation Act
of 2024
SEC. 5101. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10601.>> DEFINITIONS.
In this title:
(1) The term ``appropriate congressional committees''
means--
(A) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the
Senate;
(B) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
(C) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of
Representatives; and
(D) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives.
(2) The term ``Board'' means the Board of Directors
established pursuant to section 5103(b).
(3) The term ``eligible country'' means any country
described in section 5106(b).
(4) The term ``eligible project'' means any project
described in section 5106(a)(3).
(5) The term ``Executive Director'' means the Executive
Director of the Foundation hired pursuant to section 5103.
(6) The term ``Foundation'' means the United States
Foundation for International Conservation established pursuant
to section 5102(a).
(7) The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary of State.
SEC. 5102. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10602.>> UNITED STATES FOUNDATION FOR
INTERNATIONAL CONSERVATION.
(a) Establishment.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
shall establish the United States Foundation for International
Conservation, which shall be operated as a charitable, nonprofit
corporation.
(2) Independence.--The Foundation is not an agency or
instrumentality of the United States Government.
(3) Tax-exempt status.--The Board shall take all necessary
and appropriate steps to ensure that the Foundation is an
organization described in subsection (c) of section 501 of the
Internal Revenue Code of 1986, which exempt the organization
from taxation under subsection (a) of such section.
(4) Termination of operations.--The Foundation shall
terminate operations on the date that is 10 years after the date
on which the Foundation becomes operational, in accordance
with--
(A) <<NOTE: Plan. Deadline.>> a plan for winding
down the activities of the Foundation that the Board
shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees
not later than 180 days before such termination date;
and
(B) the bylaws established pursuant to section
5103(b)(13).
(b) Purposes.--The purposes of the Foundation are--
(1) <<NOTE: Grants.>> to provide grants for the responsible
management of designated priority primarily protected and
conserved areas in eligible countries that have a high degree of
biodiversity or species and ecosystems of significant ecological
value;
[[Page 138 STAT. 2416]]
(2) to promote responsible, long-term management of
primarily protected and conserved areas and their contiguous
buffer zones;
(3) to incentivize, leverage, accept, and effectively
administer governmental and nongovernmental funds, including
donations from the private sector, to increase the availability
and predictability of financing for responsible, long-term
management of primarily protected and conserved areas in
eligible countries;
(4) to help close critical gaps in public international
conservation efforts in eligible countries by--
(A) increasing private sector investment, including
investments from philanthropic entities; and
(B) collaborating with partners providing bilateral
and multilateral financing to support enhanced
coordination, including public and private funders,
partner governments, local protected areas authorities,
and private and nongovernmental organization partners;
(5) to identify and financially support viable projects
that--
(A) promote responsible, long-term management of
primarily protected and conserved areas and their
contiguous buffer zones in eligible countries, including
support for the management of terrestrial, coastal,
freshwater, and marine protected areas, parks, community
conservancies, Indigenous reserves, conservation
easements, and biological reserves; and
(B) provide effective area-based conservation
measures, consistent with best practices and standards
for environmental and social safeguards; and
(6) to coordinate with, consult, and otherwise support and
assist, governments, private sector entities, local communities,
Indigenous Peoples, and other stakeholders in eligible countries
in undertaking biodiversity conservation activities--
(A) to achieve measurable and enduring biodiversity
conservation outcomes; and
(B) to improve local security, governance, food
security, and economic opportunities.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Plan of Action.--
(1) <<NOTE: Approval. Time periods.>> In general.--Not
later than 6 months after the establishment of the Foundation,
the Executive Director shall submit for approval from the Board
an initial 3-year Plan of Action to implement the purposes of
this title, including--
(A) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> a description of the
priority actions to be undertaken by the Foundation over
the proceeding 3-year period, including a timeline for
implementation of such priority actions;
(B) descriptions of the processes and criteria by
which--
(i) eligible countries, in which eligible
projects may be selected to receive assistance
under this title, will be identified;
(ii) grant proposals for Foundation activities
in eligible countries will be developed,
evaluated, and selected; and
(iii) grant implementation will be monitored
and evaluated;
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(C) the projected staffing and budgetary
requirements of the Foundation during the proceeding 3-
year period; and
(D) a plan to maximize commitments from private
sector entities to fund the Foundation.
(2) Submission.--The Executive Director shall submit the
initial Plan of Action to the appropriate congressional
committees not later than 5 days after the Plan of Action is
approved by the Board.
(3) Updates.--The Executive Director shall annually update
the Plan of Action and submit each such updated plan to the
appropriate congressional committees not later that 5 days after
the update plan is approved by the Board.
SEC. 5103. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10603.>> GOVERNANCE OF THE FOUNDATION.
(a) Executive Director.--There shall be in the Foundation an
Executive Director, who shall--
(1) manage the Foundation; and
(2) report to, and be under the direct authority, of the
Board.
(b) Board of Directors.--
(1) Governance.--The Foundation shall be governed by a Board
of Directors, which--
(A) shall perform the functions specified to be
carried out by the Board under this title; and
(B) may prescribe, amend, and repeal bylaws, rules,
regulations, and procedures governing the manner in
which the business of the Foundation may be conducted
and in which the powers granted to it by law may be
exercised.
(2) Membership.--The Board shall be composed of--
(A) the Secretary, the Administrator of the United
States Agency for International Development, the
Secretary of the Interior, the Chief of the United
States Forest Service, and the head of one other
relevant Federal department or agency, as determined by
the Secretary, or the Senate-confirmed designees of such
officials; and
(B) <<NOTE: Appointments.>> 8 other individuals,
who shall be appointed by the Secretary, in consultation
with the members of the Board described in subparagraph
(A), the Speaker and Minority Leader of the House of
Representatives, and the President Pro Tempore and
Minority Leader of the Senate, of whom--
(i) 4 members shall be private-sector donors
making financial contributions to the Foundation;
and
(ii) 4 members shall be independent experts
who, in addition to meeting the qualification
requirements described in paragraph (3), represent
diverse points of view and diverse geographies, to
the maximum extent practicable.
(3) Qualifications.--Each member of the Board appointed
pursuant to paragraph (2)(B) shall be knowledgeable and
experienced in matters relating to--
(A) international development;
(B) protected area management and the conservation
of global biodiversity, fish and wildlife, ecosystem
restoration, adaptation, and resilience; and
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(C) grantmaking in support of international
conservation.
(4) Political affiliation.--Not more than 5 of the members
appointed to the Board pursuant to paragraph (2)(B) may be
affiliated with the same political party.
(5) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Conflicts of interest.--Any
individual with business interests, financial holdings, or
controlling interests in any entity that has sought support, or
is receiving support, from the Foundation may not be appointed
to the Board during the 5-year period immediately preceding such
appointment.
(6) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Chairperson.--The Board shall
elect, from among its members, a Chairperson, who shall serve
for a 2-year term.
(7) Terms; vacancies.--
(A) Terms.--
(i) In general.--The term of service of each
member of the Board appointed pursuant to
paragraph (2)(B) shall be not more than 5 years.
(ii) Initial appointed directors.--Of the
initial members of the Board appointed pursuant to
paragraph (2)(B)--
(I) 4 members, including at least 2
private-sector donors making financial
contributions to the Foundation, shall
serve for 4 years; and
(II) 4 members shall serve for 5
years, as determined by the Chairperson
of the Board.
(B) Vacancies.--Any vacancy in the Board--
(i) shall be filled in the manner in which the
original appointment was made; and
(ii) shall not affect the power of the
remaining appointed members of the Board to
execute the duties of the Board.
(8) Quorum.--A majority of the current membership of the
Board, including the Secretary or the Secretary's designee,
shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of Foundation
business.
(9) Meetings.--
(A) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--The Board
shall meet not less frequently than annually at the call
of the Chairperson. Such meetings may be in person,
virtual, or hybrid.
(B) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Initial meeting.--Not later
than 60 days after the Board is established pursuant to
section 5102(a), the Secretary of State shall convene a
meeting of the ex-officio members of the Board and the
appointed members of the Board to incorporate the
Foundation.
(C) Removal.--Any member of the Board appointed
pursuant to paragraph (2)(B) who misses 3 consecutive
regularly scheduled meetings may be removed by a
majority vote of the Board.
(10) Reimbursement of expenses.--
(A) In general.--Members of the Board shall serve
without pay, but may be reimbursed for the actual and
necessary traveling and subsistence expenses incurred in
the performance of the duties of the Foundation.
(B) Limitation.--Expenses incurred outside the
United States may be reimbursed under this paragraph if
at least 2 members of the Board concurrently incurred
such expenses. Such reimbursements--
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(i) shall be available exclusively for actual
costs incurred by members of the Board up to the
published daily per diem rate for lodging, meals,
and incidentals; and
(ii) shall not include first-class, business-
class, or travel in any class other than economy
class or coach class.
(C) Other expenses.--All other expenses, including
salaries for officers and staff of the Foundation, shall
be established by a majority vote of the Board, as
proposed by the Executive Director on no less than an
annual basis.
(11) Not federal employees.--Appointment as a member of the
Board and employment by the Foundation does not constitute
employment by, or the holding of an office of, the United States
for purposes of any Federal law.
(12) Duties.--The Board shall--
(A) establish bylaws for the Foundation in
accordance with paragraph (13);
(B) provide overall direction for the activities of
the Foundation and establish priority activities;
(C) carry out any other necessary activities of the
Foundation;
(D) evaluate the performance of the Executive
Director;
(E) take steps to limit the administrative expenses
of the Foundation; and
(F) not less frequently than annually, consult and
coordinate with stakeholders qualified to provide
advice, assistance, and information regarding effective
protected and conserved area management.
(13) Bylaws.--
(A) In general.--The bylaws required to be
established under paragraph (12)(A) shall include--
(i) the specific duties of the Executive
Director;
(ii) policies and procedures for the selection
of members of the Board and officers, employees,
agents, and contractors of the Foundation;
(iii) policies, including ethical standards,
for--
(I) the acceptance, solicitation,
and disposition of donations and grants
to the Foundation; and
(II) the disposition of assets of
the Foundation upon the dissolution of
the Foundation;
(iv) policies that subject all implementing
partners, employees, fellows, trainees, and other
agents of the Foundation (including ex-officio
members of the Board and appointed members of the
Board) to stringent ethical and conflict of
interest standards;
(v) removal and exclusion procedures for
implementing partners, employees, fellows,
trainees, and other agents of the Foundation
(including ex-officio members of the Board and
appointed members of the Board) who fail to uphold
the ethical and conflict of interest standards
established pursuant to clause (iii);
(vi) policies for winding down the activities
of the Foundation upon its dissolution, including
a plan--
(I) to return unspent appropriations
to the Treasury of the United States;
and
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(II) to donate unspent private and
philanthropic contributions to projects
that align with the goals and
requirements described in section 5106;
(vii) policies for vetting implementing
partners and grantees to ensure the Foundation
does not provide grants to for profit entities
whose primary objective is activities other than
conservation activities; and
(viii) clawback policies and procedures to be
incorporated into grant agreements to ensure
compliance with the policies referred to in clause
(vii).
(B) Requirements.--The Board shall ensure that the
bylaws of the Foundation and the activities carried out
under such bylaws do not--
(i) reflect unfavorably on the ability of the
Foundation to carry out activities in a fair and
objective manner; or
(ii) compromise, or appear to compromise, the
integrity of any governmental agency or program,
or any officer or employee employed by, or
involved in, a governmental agency or program.
(c) Foundation Staff.--Officers and employees of the Foundation--
(1) may not be employees of, or hold any office in, the
United States Government;
(2) may not serve in the employ of any nongovernmental
organization, project, or person related to or affiliated with
any grantee of the Foundation while employed by the Foundation;
(3) may not receive compensation from any other source for
work performed in carrying out the duties of the Foundation
while employed by the Foundation; and
(4) should not receive a salary at a rate that is greater
than the maximum rate of basic pay authorized for positions at
level I of the Executive Schedule under section 5312 of title 5,
United States Code.
(d) Limitation and Conflicts of Interests.--
(1) Political participation.--The Foundation may not--
(A) lobby for political or policy issues; or
(B) participate or intervene in any political
campaign in any country.
(2) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Financial interests.--As
determined by the Board and set forth in the bylaws established
pursuant to subsection (b)(13), and consistent with best
practices, any member of the Board or officer or employee of the
Foundation shall be prohibited from participating, directly or
indirectly, in the consideration or determination of any
question before the Foundation affecting--
(A) the financial interests of such member of the
Board, or officer or employee of the Foundation, not
including such member's Foundation expenses and
compensation; and
(B) the interests of any corporation, partnership,
entity, or organization in which such member of the
Board, officer, or employee has any fiduciary obligation
or direct or indirect financial interest.
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(3) Recusals.--Any member of the Board that has a business,
financial, or familial interest in an organization or community
seeking support from the Foundation shall recuse himself or
herself from all deliberations, meetings, and decisions
concerning the consideration and decision relating to such
support.
(4) Project ineligibility.--The Foundation may not provide
support to individuals or entities with business, financial, or
familial ties to--
(A) a current member of the Board; or
(B) <<NOTE: Time period.>> a former member of the
Board during the 5-year period immediately following the
last day of the former member's term on the Board.
SEC. 5104. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10604.>> CORPORATE POWERS AND
OBLIGATIONS OF THE FOUNDATION.
(a) General Authority.--
(1) <<NOTE: District of Columbia.>> In general.--The
Foundation--
(A) may conduct business in foreign countries;
(B) shall have its principal offices in the
Washington, DC, metropolitan area; and
(C) shall continuously maintain a designated agent
in Washington, DC, who is authorized to accept notice or
service of process on behalf of the Foundation.
(2) Notice and service of process.--The serving of notice
to, or service of process upon, the agent referred to in
paragraph (1)(C), or mailed to the business address of such
agent, shall be deemed as service upon, or notice to, the
Foundation.
(3) Audits.--The Foundation shall be subject to the general
audit authority of the Comptroller General of the United States
under section 3523 of title 31, United States Code.
(b) Authorities.--In addition to powers explicitly authorized under
this subtitle, the Foundation, in order to carry out the purposes
described in section 5102(b), shall have the usual powers of a
corporation headquartered in Washington, DC, including the authority--
(1) to accept, receive, solicit, hold, administer, and use
any gift, devise, or bequest, either absolutely or in trust, or
real or personal property or any income derived from such gift
or property, or other interest in such gift or property located
in the United States;
(2) to acquire by donation, gift, devise, purchase, or
exchange any real or personal property or interest in such
property located in the United States;
(3) unless otherwise required by the instrument of transfer,
to sell, donate, lease, invest, reinvest, retain, or otherwise
dispose of any property or income derived from such property
located in the United States;
(4) to complain and defend itself in any court of competent
jurisdiction (except that the members of the Board shall not be
personally liable, except for gross negligence);
(5) to enter into contracts or other arrangements with
public agencies, private organizations, and persons and to make
such payments as may be necessary to carry out the purposes of
such contracts or arrangements; and
(6) to award grants for eligible projects, in accordance
with section 5106.
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(c) Limitation of Public Liability.--The United States shall not be
liable for any debts, defaults, acts, or omissions of the Foundation.
The Federal Government shall be held harmless from any damages or awards
ordered by a court against the Foundation.
SEC. 5105. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10605.>> SAFEGUARDS AND ACCOUNTABILITY.
(a) <<NOTE: Contracts. Policies. Guidelines.>> Safeguards.--The
Foundation shall develop, and incorporate into any agreement for support
provided by the Foundation, appropriate safeguards, policies, and
guidelines, consistent with United States law and best practices and
standards for environmental and social safeguards.
(b) Independent Accountability Mechanism.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary, or the Secretary's designee,
shall establish a transparent and independent accountability
mechanism, consistent with best practices, which shall provide--
(A) <<NOTE: Compliance review. Assessment.>> a
compliance review function that assesses whether
Foundation-supported projects adhere to the requirements
developed pursuant to subsection (a);
(B) a dispute resolution function for resolving and
remedying concerns between complainants and project
implementers regarding the impacts of specific
Foundation-supported projects with respect to such
standards; and
(C) an advisory function that reports to the Board
on projects, policies, and practices.
(2) Duties.--The accountability mechanism shall--
(A) report annually to the Board and the appropriate
congressional committees regarding the Foundation's
compliance with best practices and standards in
accordance with paragraph (1)(A) and the nature and
resolution of any complaint;
(B)(i) have permanent staff, led by an independent
accountability official, to conduct compliance reviews
and dispute resolutions and perform advisory functions;
and
(ii) maintain a roster of experts to serve such
roles, to the extent needed; and
(C) <<NOTE: Time period.>> hold a public comment
period lasting not fewer than 60 days regarding the
initial design of the accountability mechanism.
(c) Internal Accountability.--The Foundation shall establish an
ombudsman position at a senior level of executive staff as a
confidential, neutral source of information and assistance to anyone
affected by the activities of the Foundation.
(d) Annual Review.--The Secretary shall, periodically, but not less
frequent than annually, review assistance provided by the Foundation for
the purpose of implementing section 5102(b) to ensure consistency with
the provisions under section 620M of Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22
U.S.C. 2378d).
SEC. 5106. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10606.>> PROJECTS AND GRANTS.
(a) Project Funding Requirements.--
(1) In general.--The Foundation shall--
(A) provide grants to support eligible projects
described in paragraph (3) that advance its mission to
enable effective management of primarily protected and
conserved areas and their contiguous buffer zones in
eligible countries;
(B) advance effective landscape or seascape
approaches to conservation that include buffer zones,
wildlife dispersal
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and corridor areas, and other effective area-based
conservation measures; and
(C) not purchase, own, or lease land, including
conservation easements, in eligible countries.
(2) Eligible entities.--Eligible entities shall include--
(A) not-for-profit organizations with demonstrated
expertise in protected and conserved area management and
economic development;
(B) governments of eligible partner countries, as
determined by subsection (b), with the exception of
governments and government entities that are prohibited
from receiving grants from the Foundation pursuant to
section 5107; and
(C) Indigenous and local communities in such
eligible countries.
(3) Eligible projects.--Eligible projects shall include
projects that--
(A) focus on supporting--
(i) transparent and effective long-term
management of primarily protected or conserved
areas and their contiguous buffer zones in
countries described in subsection (b), including
terrestrial, coastal, and marine protected or
conserved areas, parks, community conservancies,
Indigenous reserves, conservation easements, and
biological reserves; and
(ii) other effective area-based conservation
measures;
(B) are cost-matched at a ratio of not less than $2
from sources other than the United States for every $1
made available under this subtitle;
(C) are subject to long-term binding memoranda of
understanding with the governments of eligible countries
and local communities--
(i) to ensure that local populations have
access, resource management responsibilities, and
the ability to pursue permissible, sustainable
economic activity on affected lands; and
(ii) that may be signed by governments in such
eligible countries to ensure free, prior, and
informed consent of affected communities;
(D) incorporate a set of key performance and impact
indicators;
(E) demonstrate robust local community engagement,
with the completion of appropriate environmental and
social due diligence, including--
(i) free, prior, and informed consent of
Indigenous Peoples and relevant local communities;
(ii) inclusive governance structures; and
(iii) effective grievance mechanisms;
(F) create economic opportunities for local
communities, including through--
(i) equity and profit-sharing;
(ii) cooperative management of natural
resources;
(iii) employment activities; and
(iv) other related economic growth activities;
(G) leverage stable baseline funding for the
effective management of the primarily protected or
conserved area project; and
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(H) to the extent possible--
(i) are viable and prepared for
implementation; and
(ii) demonstrate a plan to strengthen the
capacity of, and transfer skills to, local
institutions to manage the primarily protected or
conserved area before or after grant funding is
exhausted.
(b) Eligible Countries.--
(1) <<NOTE: Review.>> In general.--Pursuant to the Plan of
Action required under section 5102(c), and before awarding any
grants or entering into any project agreements for any fiscal
year, the Board shall conduct a review to identify eligible
countries in which the Foundation may fund projects. Such review
shall consider countries that--
(A) are low-income, lower middle-income, or upper-
middle-income economies (as defined by the International
Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the
International Development Association);
(B) have--
(i) a high degree of threatened or at-risk
biological diversity; or
(ii) species or ecosystems of significant
importance, including threatened or endangered
species or ecosystems at risk of degradation or
destruction;
(C) have demonstrated a commitment to conservation
through verifiable actions, such as protecting lands and
waters through the gazettement of national parks,
community conservancies, marine reserves and protected
areas, forest reserves, or other legally recognized
forms of place-based conservation; and
(D) are not ineligible to receive United States
foreign assistance pursuant to any other provision of
law, including laws identified in section 5107.
(2) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Identification of eligible
countries.--Not later than 5 days after the date on which the
Board determines which countries are eligible to receive
assistance under this title for a fiscal year, the Executive
Director shall--
(A) <<NOTE: Reports.>> submit a report to the
appropriate congressional committees that includes--
(i) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of all such
eligible countries, as determined through the
review process described in paragraph (1); and
(ii) a detailed justification for each such
eligibility determination, including--
(I) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> an analysis
of why the eligible country would be
suitable for partnership;
(II) <<NOTE: Evaluations.>> an
evaluation of the eligible partner
country's interest in and ability to
participate meaningfully in proposed
Foundation activities, including an
evaluation of such eligible country's
prospects to substantially benefit from
Foundation assistance;
(III) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> an
estimation of each such eligible partner
country's commitment to conservation;
and
(IV) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> an
assessment of the capacity and
willingness of the eligible country to
enact or implement reforms that might be
necessary to maximize the
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impact and effectiveness of Foundation
support; and
(B) <<NOTE: Federal Register, publication.>>
publish the information contained in the report
described in subparagraph (A) in the Federal Register.
(c) Grantmaking.--
(1) In general.--In order to maximize program effectiveness,
the Foundation shall--
(A) coordinate with other international public and
private donors to the greatest extent practicable and
appropriate;
(B) seek additional financial and nonfinancial
contributions and commitments for its projects from
governments in eligible countries;
(C) strive to generate a partnership mentality among
all participants, including public and private funders,
host governments, local protected areas authorities, and
private and nongovernmental organization partners;
(D) prioritize investments in communities with low
levels of economic development to the greatest extent
practicable and appropriate; and
(E) consider the eligible partner country's planned
and dedicated resources to the proposed project and the
eligible entity's ability to successfully implement the
project.
(2) Grant criteria.--Foundation grants--
(A) shall fund eligible projects that enhance the
management of well-defined primarily protected or
conserved areas and the systems of such conservation
areas in eligible countries;
(B) <<NOTE: Time period.>> should support adequate
baseline funding for eligible projects in eligible
countries to be sustained for not less than 10 years;
(C) should, during the grant period, demonstrate
progress in achieving clearly defined key performance
indicators (as defined in the grant agreement), which
may include--
(i) the protection of biological diversity;
(ii) the protection of native flora and
habitats, such as trees, forests, wetlands,
grasslands, mangroves, coral reefs, and sea grass;
(iii) community-based economic growth
indicators, such as improved land tenure,
increases in beneficiaries participating in
related economic growth activities, and sufficient
income from conservation activities being directed
to communities in project areas;
(iv) improved management of the primarily
protected or conserved area covered by the
project, as documented through the submission of
strategic plans or annual reports to the
Foundation; and
(v) the identification of additional revenue
sources or sustainable financing mechanisms to
meet the recurring costs of management of the
primarily protected or conserved areas; and
(D) <<NOTE: Termination. Determination.>> shall be
terminated if the Board determines that the project is
not--
(i) meeting applicable requirements under this
title; or
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(ii) making progress in achieving the key
performance indicators defined in the grant
agreement.
SEC. 5107. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10607.>> PROHIBITION OF SUPPORT FOR
CERTAIN GOVERNMENTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Determinations.>> In General.--The Foundation may not
provide support for any government, or any entity owned or controlled by
a government, if the Secretary has determined that such government--
(1) has repeatedly provided support for acts of
international terrorism, as determined under--
(A) section 1754(c)(1)(A)(i) of the Export Control
Reform Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 4813(c)(1)(A)(i));
(B) section 620A(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961 (22 U.S.C. 2371(a));
(C) section 40(d) of the Arms Export Control Act (22
U.S.C. 2780(d)); or
(D) any other relevant provision of law;
(2) has been identified pursuant to section 116(a) or
502B(a)(2) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C.
2151n(a) and 2304(a)(2)) or any other relevant provision of law;
or
(3) <<NOTE: Time period.>> has failed the ``control of
corruption'' indicator, as determined by the Millennium
Challenge Corporation, within any of the preceding 3 years of
the intended grant.
(b) Prohibition of Support for Sanctioned Persons.--The Foundation
may not engage in any dealing prohibited under United States sanctions
laws or regulations, including dealings with persons on the list of
specially designated persons and blocked persons maintained by the
Office of Foreign Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury,
except to the extent otherwise authorized by the Secretary or by the
Secretary of the Treasury.
(c) Prohibition of Support for Activities Subject to
Sanctions. <<NOTE: Certification. Compliance.>> --The Foundation shall
require any person receiving support to certify that such person, and
any entity owned or controlled by such person, is in compliance with all
United States sanctions laws and regulations.
SEC. 5108. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10608.>> ANNUAL REPORT.
Not later than 360 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
and annually thereafter while the Foundation continues to operate, the
Executive Director of the Foundation shall submit a report to the
appropriate congressional committees that describes--
(1) the goals of the Foundation;
(2) the programs, projects, and activities supported by the
Foundation;
(3) private and governmental contributions to the
Foundation; and
(4) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> the standardized criteria utilized
to determine the programs and activities supported by the
Foundation, including baselines, targets, desired outcomes,
measurable goals, and extent to which those goals are being
achieved for each project.
SEC. 5109. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10609.>> AUTHORIZATION OF
APPROPRIATIONS.
(a) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Authorization.--In addition to amounts
authorized to be appropriated to carry out international conservation
and biodiversity programs under part I and chapter 4 of part II of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2151 et seq.), and subject to
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the limitations set forth in subsections (b) and (c), there is
authorized to be appropriated to the Foundation to carry out the
purposes of this title--
(1) $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2025; and
(2) not more than $100,000,000 for each of the fiscal years
2026 through 2034.
(b) Cost Matching Requirement.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to
subsection (a) may only be made available to grantees to the extent the
Foundation or such grantees secure funding for an eligible project from
sources other than the United States Government in an amount that is not
less than twice the amount received in grants for such project pursuant
to section 5106.
(c) Administrative Costs.--The administrative costs of the
Foundation shall come from sources other than the United States
Government.
(d) Prohibition on Use of Grant Amounts for Lobbying Expenses.--
Amounts provided as a grant by the Foundation pursuant to section 5106
may not be used for any activity intended to influence legislation
pending before the Congress of the United States.
Subtitle B-- <<NOTE: Western Hemisphere Partnership Act.>> Western
Hemisphere Partnership Act
SEC. 5111. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2151 note.>> SHORT TITLE.
This subtitle may be cited as the ``Western Hemisphere Partnership
Act''.
SEC. 5112. UNITED STATES POLICY IN THE WESTERN HEMISPHERE.
It is the policy of the United States to promote economic
competitiveness, democratic governance, and security in the Western
Hemisphere by--
(1) encouraging stronger economic relations, respect for
property rights, the rule of law, and enforceable investment
rules and labor and environmental standards;
(2) advancing the principles and practices expressed in the
Charter of the Organization of American States, the American
Declaration on the Rights and Duties of Man, and the Inter-
American Democratic Charter; and
(3) enhancing the capacity and technical capabilities of
democratic partner nation government institutions, including
civilian law enforcement, the judiciary, attorneys general, and
security forces.
SEC. 5113. PROMOTING SECURITY AND THE RULE OF LAW IN THE WESTERN
HEMISPHERE.
(a) In General.--The Secretary of State, in coordination with the
heads of other relevant Federal agencies, should support the improvement
of security conditions and the rule of law in the Western Hemisphere
through collaborative efforts with democratic partners that--
(1) enhance the institutional capacity and technical
capabilities of defense and security institutions in democratic
partner nations to conduct national or regional security
missions, including through regular bilateral and multilateral
engagements, foreign military sales and financing, international
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military education and training programs, expanding the National
Guard State Partnership Programs, training on civil and
political rights, and other means;
(2) provide technical assistance and material support
(including, as appropriate, radars, vessels, and communications
equipment) to relevant security forces to disrupt, degrade, and
dismantle organizations involved in the illicit trafficking of
narcotics and precursor chemicals, transnational criminal
activities, illicit mining, and illegal, unreported, and
unregulated fishing, and other illicit activities, including in
Haiti and countries included in the Caribbean Basin Security
Initiative;
(3) enhance the institutional capacity, legitimacy, and
technical capabilities of relevant civilian law enforcement,
attorneys general, and judicial institutions to--
(A) strengthen the rule of law and transparent
governance;
(B) combat corruption and kleptocracy in the region;
and
(C) improve regional cooperation to disrupt,
degrade, and dismantle transnational organized criminal
networks and terrorist organizations, including through
training, anticorruption initiatives, anti-money
laundering programs, and strengthening cyber
capabilities and resources;
(4) enhance port management and maritime security
partnerships and airport management and aviation security
partnerships to disrupt, degrade, and dismantle transnational
criminal networks and facilitate the legitimate flow of people,
goods, and services;
(5) strengthen cooperation to improve border security across
the Western Hemisphere, dismantle human smuggling and
trafficking networks, and increase cooperation to demonstrably
strengthen migration management systems;
(6) counter the malign influence of state and non-state
actors and disinformation campaigns;
(7) disrupt illicit domestic and transnational financial
networks;
(8) foster mechanisms for cooperation on emergency
preparedness and rapid recovery from natural disasters,
including by--
(A) supporting regional preparedness, recovery, and
emergency management centers to facilitate rapid
response to survey and help maintain planning on
regional disaster anticipated needs and possible
resources;
(B) training disaster recovery officials on latest
techniques and lessons learned from United States
experiences;
(C) making available, preparing, and transferring
on-hand nonlethal supplies, and providing training on
the use of such supplies, for humanitarian or health
purposes to respond to unforeseen emergencies; and
(D) conducting medical support operations and
medical humanitarian missions, such as hospital ship
deployments and base-operating services, to the extent
required by the operation;
(9) foster regional mechanisms for early warning and
response to pandemics in the Western Hemisphere, including
through--
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(A) improved cooperation with and research by the
United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
through regional pandemic response centers;
(B) personnel exchanges for technology transfer and
skills development; and
(C) surveying and mapping of health networks to
build local health capacity;
(10) promote women's economic security and the meaningful
participation of women across all political processes, including
conflict prevention and conflict resolution and post-conflict
relief and recovery efforts;
(11) promote the economic, social and political advancement
of indigenous communities, afro-descendants, and other
marginalized communities; and
(12) hold accountable actors that violate political and
civil rights.
(b) Limitations on Use of Technologies.--Operational technologies
transferred pursuant to subsection (a) to partner governments for
intelligence, defense, or law enforcement purposes shall be used solely
for the purposes for which the technology was intended. The United
States shall take steps to ensure that the use of such operational
technologies is consistent with United States law, including protections
of freedom of expression, freedom of movement, and freedom of
association.
(c) <<NOTE: Deadlines. Time periods.>> Strategy.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State, in
coordination with the heads of other relevant Federal agencies,
shall submit to the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate
and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of
Representatives a 5-year strategy to promote security and the
rule of law in the Western Hemisphere in accordance to this
section.
(2) Elements.--The strategy required under paragraph (1)
shall include the following elements:
(A) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> A detailed assessment of
the resources required to carry out such collaborative
efforts.
(B) Annual benchmarks to track progress and
obstacles in undertaking such collaborative efforts.
(C) <<NOTE: Foreign countries.>> A public diplomacy
component to engage the people of the Western Hemisphere
with the purpose of demonstrating that the security of
their countries is enhanced to a greater extent through
alignment with the United States and democratic values
rather than with authoritarian countries such as the
People's Republic of China, the Russian Federation, and
the Islamic Republic of Iran.
(3) Briefing.--Not later than 1 year after submission of the
strategy required under paragraph (1), and annually thereafter,
the Secretary of State shall provide to the Committee on Foreign
Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of
the House of Representatives a briefing on the implementation of
the strategy.
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SEC. 5114. PROMOTING DIGITALIZATION AND CYBERSECURITY IN THE
WESTERN HEMISPHERE.
The Secretary of State, in coordination with the heads of other
relevant Federal agencies, should promote digitalization and
cybersecurity in the Western Hemisphere through collaborative efforts
with democratic partners that--
(1) promote digital connectivity and facilitate e-commerce
by expanding access to information and communications technology
(ICT) supply chains that adhere to high-quality security and
reliability standards, including--
(A) to open market access on a national treatment,
nondiscriminatory basis; and
(B) to strengthen the cybersecurity and cyber
resilience of partner countries;
(2) advance the provision of digital government services (e-
government) that, to the greatest extent possible, promote
transparency, lower business costs, and expand citizens' access
to public services and public information; and
(3) develop robust cybersecurity partnerships to--
(A) promote the inclusion of components and
architectures in information and communications
technology (ICT) supply chains from participants in
initiatives that adhere to high-quality security and
reliability standards;
(B) share best practices to mitigate cyber threats
to critical infrastructure from ICT architectures from
foreign countries of concern as defined in section
10612(a)(1) of the Research and Development,
Competition, and Innovation Act (42 U.S.C. 19221(a)(1)),
foreign entities of concern as defined in section
10612(a)(2) of the Research and Development,
Competition, and Innovation Act (42 U.S.C. 19221(a)(2)),
and by technology providers that supply equipment and
services covered under section 2 of the Secure and
Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 (47 U.S.C.
1601);
(C) effectively respond to cybersecurity threats,
including state-sponsored threats; and
(D) to strengthen resilience against cyberattacks
and cybercrime.
SEC. 5115. PROMOTING ECONOMIC AND COMMERCIAL PARTNERSHIPS IN THE
WESTERN HEMISPHERE.
The Secretary of State, in consultation with the heads of other
relevant Federal agencies, should support the improvement of economic
conditions in the Western Hemisphere through collaborative efforts with
democratic partners that--
(1) facilitate a more open, transparent, and competitive
environment for United States businesses and promote robust and
comprehensive trade capacity-building and trade facilitation
by--
(A) reducing trade and nontariff barriers between
the countries in the region, establishing a mechanism
for pursuing Mutual Recognition Agreements and
Formalized Regulatory Cooperation Agreements in priority
sectors of the economy;
(B) building relationships and exchanges between
relevant regulatory bodies in the United States and
democratic partners in the Western Hemisphere to promote
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best practices and transparency in rulemaking,
implementation, and enforcement, and provide training
and assistance to help improve supply chain management
in the Western Hemisphere;
(C) establishing regional fora for identifying,
raising, and addressing supply chain management issues,
including infrastructure needs and strengthening of
investment rules and regulatory frameworks;
(D) establishing a dedicated program of trade
missions and reverse trade missions to increase
commercial contacts and ties between the United States
and Western Hemisphere partner countries; and
(E) strengthening labor and environmental standards
in the region;
(2) <<NOTE: Review.>> establish frameworks or mechanisms to
review and address the long-term financial sustainability and
national security implications of foreign investments in
strategic sectors or services;
(3) <<NOTE: Contracts. Processes.>> establish competitive
and transparent infrastructure project selection and procurement
processes that promote transparency, open competition, financial
sustainability, and robust adherence to global standards and
norms;
(4) advance robust and comprehensive energy production and
integration, including through a more open, transparent, and
competitive environment for United States companies competing in
the Western Hemisphere; and
(5) explore opportunities to partner with the private sector
and multilateral institutions, such as the World Bank and the
Inter-American Development Bank, to promote universal access to
reliable and affordable electricity in the Western Hemisphere.
SEC. 5116. PROMOTING TRANSPARENCY AND DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE IN THE
WESTERN HEMISPHERE.
The Secretary of State, in coordination with the Administrator of
the United States Agency for International Development and heads of
other relevant Federal agencies, should support transparent,
accountable, and democratic governance in the Western Hemisphere through
collaborative efforts with democratic partners that--
(1) strengthen the capacity of national electoral
institutions to ensure free, fair, and transparent electoral
processes, including through pre-election assessment missions,
technical assistance, and independent local and international
election monitoring and observation missions;
(2) enhance the capabilities of democratically elected
national legislatures, parliamentary bodies, and autonomous
regulatory institutions to conduct oversight;
(3) strengthen the capacity of subnational government
institutions to govern in a transparent, accountable, and
democratic manner, including through training and technical
assistance;
(4) combat corruption at local and national levels,
including through trainings, cooperation agreements, initiatives
aimed at dismantling corrupt networks, and political support for
bilateral or multilateral anticorruption mechanisms that
strengthen attorneys general and prosecutors' offices;
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(5) strengthen the capacity of civil society to conduct
oversight of government institutions, build the capacity of
independent professional journalism, facilitate substantive
dialogue with government and the private sector to generate
issue-based policies, and mobilize local resources to carry out
such activities;
(6) promote the meaningful and significant participation of
women in democratic processes, including in national and
subnational government and civil society; and
(7) support the creation of procedures for the Organization
of American States (OAS) to create an annual forum for
democratically elected national legislatures from OAS member
States to discuss issues of hemispheric importance, as expressed
in section 4 of the Organization of American States Legislative
Engagement Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-343).
SEC. 5117. SENSE OF CONGRESS ON PRIORITIZING NOMINATION AND
CONFIRMATION OF QUALIFIED AMBASSADORS.
It is the sense of Congress that it is critically important that
both the President and the Senate play their respective roles to
nominate and confirm qualified ambassadors as quickly as possible.
SEC. 5118. WESTERN HEMISPHERE DEFINED.
In this subtitle, the term ``Western Hemisphere'' does not include
Cuba, Nicaragua, or Venezuela.
SEC. 5119. <<NOTE: Venezuela.>> REPORT ON EFFORTS TO CAPTURE AND
DETAIN UNITED STATES CITIZENS AS
HOSTAGES.
(a) In General.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State shall submit to the
Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on
Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives a report on efforts by
the Maduro regime of Venezuela to detain United States citizens and
lawful permanent residents.
(b) Elements.--The report required by subsection (a) shall include,
regarding the arrest, capture, detainment, and imprisonment of United
States citizens and lawful permanent residents--
(1) the names, positions, and institutional affiliation of
Venezuelan individuals, or those acting on their behalf, who
have engaged in such activities;
(2) a description of any role played by transnational
criminal organizations, and an identification of such
organizations; and
(3) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> where relevant, an assessment of
whether and how United States citizens and lawful permanent
residents have been lured to Venezuela.
(c) <<NOTE: Classified information. List.>> Form.--The report
required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form,
but shall include a classified annex, which shall include a list of the
total number of United States citizens and lawful permanent residents
detained or imprisoned in Venezuela as of the date on which the report
is submitted.
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Subtitle C--Other Matters
SEC. 5121. <<NOTE: Building Options for the Lasting Security of
Taiwan through European Resolve
Act. China.>> IMPROVING MULTILATERAL
COOPERATION TO IMPROVE THE SECURITY OF
TAIWAN.
(a) <<NOTE: 22 USC 3301 note.>> Short Titles.--This section may be
cited as the ``Building Options for the Lasting Security of Taiwan
through European Resolve Act'' or the ``BOLSTER Act''.
(b) Consultations With European Governments Regarding Sanctions
Against the PRC Under Certain Circumstances.--The head <<NOTE: United
Kingdom. Plans.>> of the Office of Sanctions Coordination at the
Department of State, in consultation with the Director of the Office of
Foreign Assets Control at the Department of the Treasury, shall engage
in regular consultations with the International Special Envoy for the
Implementation of European Union Sanctions and appropriate government
officials of European countries, including the United Kingdom, to
develop coordinated plans and share information on independent plans to
impose sanctions and other economic measures against the People's
Republic of China (PRC), as appropriate, if the PRC is found to be
involved in--
(1) overthrowing or dismantling the governing institutions
in Taiwan;
(2) occupying any territory controlled or administered by
Taiwan as of the date of the enactment of this Act; or
(3) taking significant action against Taiwan, including--
(A) creating a naval blockade or other quarantine of
Taiwan;
(B) seizing the outer lying islands of Taiwan; or
(C) initiating a cyberattack that threatens civilian
or military infrastructure in Taiwan.
(c) Report on the Economic Impacts of PRC Military Action Against
Taiwan.-- <<NOTE: President. Assessment. Time periods.>> Not later than
1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall
submit a report to the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and
the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives that
contains an independent assessment of the expected economic impact of--
(1) a 30-day blockade or quarantine of Taiwan by the
People's Liberation Army (PLA); and
(2) a 180-day blockade or quarantine of Taiwan by the PLA.
(d) Sense of Congress Regarding Consultations With the European
Union and European Governments Regarding Increasing Political and
Economic Relations With Taiwan.--It is the sense of Congress that--
(1) the United States, Europe, and Taiwan are like-minded
partners that--
(A) share common values, such as democracy, the rule
of law and human rights; and
(B) enjoy a close trade and economic partnership;
(2) bolstering political, economic, and people-to-people
relations with Taiwan would benefit the European Union,
individual European countries, and the United States;
(3) the European Union can play an important role in helping
Taiwan resist the economic coercion of the PRC by negotiating
with Taiwan regarding new economic, commercial, and investment
agreements;
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(4) the United States and European countries should
coordinate and increase diplomatic efforts to facilitate
Taiwan's meaningful participation in international
organizations;
(5) the United States and European countries should--
(A) publicly and repeatedly emphasize the
differences between their respective ``One China''
policies and the PRC's ``One China'' principle;
(B) counter the PRC's propaganda and false
narratives about United Nations General Assembly
Resolution 2758 (XXVI), which claim the resolution
recognizes PRC territorial claims to Taiwan;
(C) increase public statements of support for
Taiwan's democracy and its meaningful participation in
international organizations;
(D) facilitate unofficial diplomatic visits to and
from Taiwan by high-ranking government officials and
parliamentarians;
(E) establish parliamentary caucuses or groups that
promote strong relations with Taiwan;
(F) strengthen subnational diplomacy, including
cultural and trade-related visits to and from Taiwan by
local government officials;
(G) strengthen coordination between United States
and European business chambers, universities, think
tanks, and other civil society groups with similar
groups in Taiwan;
(H) promote direct flights to and from Taiwan;
(I) facilitate visits by civil society leaders to
Taiwan; and
(J) increase economic engagement and trade
relations; and
(6) Taiwan's inclusion in the U.S.-EU Trade and Technology
Council's Secure Supply Chain working group would bring valuable
expertise and enhance transatlantic cooperation in the
semiconductor sector.
(e) Sense of Congress Regarding Consultations With European
Governments on Supporting Taiwan's Self-defense.--It is the sense of
Congress that--
(1) preserving peace and security in the Taiwan Strait is a
shared interest of the United States and Europe;
(2) European countries, particularly countries with
experience combating Russian aggression and malign activities,
can provide Taiwan with lessons learned from their ``total
defense'' programs to mobilize the military and civilians in a
time of crisis;
(3) the United States and Europe should increase
coordination to strengthen Taiwan's cybersecurity, especially
for critical infrastructure and network defense operations;
(4) the United States and Europe should work with Taiwan--
(A) to improve its energy resiliency;
(B) to strengthen its food security;
(C) to combat misinformation, disinformation,
digital authoritarianism, offensive cyber operations,
and foreign interference;
(D) to provide expertise on how to improve defense
infrastructure;
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(E) to encourage other nations to express support
for Taiwan's security;
(F) to facilitate arms transfers or arms sales,
particularly of weapons consistent with an asymmetric
defense strategy;
(G) to facilitate transfers or sales of dual-use
items and technology;
(H) to facilitate transfers or sales of critical
nonmilitary supplies, such as food and medicine;
(I) to increase the military presence of such
countries in the Indo-Pacific region; and
(J) to engage in joint training and military
exercises that may be necessary for Taiwan to maintain
credible defense, in accordance with the Taiwan
Relations Act (22 U.S.C. 3301 et seq.);
(5) European naval powers, in coordination with the United
States, should increase freedom of navigation transits through
the Taiwan Strait; and
(6) European naval powers, the United States, and Taiwan
should establish exchanges and partnerships among their coast
guards to counter coercion by the PRC.
SEC. 5122. <<NOTE: Millennium Challenge Corporation Candidate
Country Reform Act.>> MILLENNIUM
CHALLENGE CORPORATION CANDIDATE COUNTRY
REFORM.
(a) <<NOTE: 22 USC 7701 note.>> Short Title.--This section may be
cited as the ``Millennium Challenge Corporation Candidate Country Reform
Act''.
(b) Modifications of Requirements to Become a Candidate Country.--
Section 606 of the Millennium Challenge Act of 2003 (22 U.S.C. 7705) is
amended to read as follows:
``SEC. 606. CANDIDATE COUNTRIES.
``(a) In General.--A country shall be a candidate country for
purposes of eligibility to receive assistance under section 605 if--
``(1) the per capita income of the country in a fiscal year
is equal to or less than the World Bank threshold for initiating
the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development
graduation process for the fiscal year; and
``(2) subject to subsection (b), the country is not
ineligible to receive United States economic assistance under
part I of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2151 et
seq.) by reason of the application of any provision of the
Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or any other provision of law.
``(b) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Rule of Construction.--For the
purposes of determining whether a country is eligible, pursuant to
subsection (a)(2), to receive assistance under section 605, the exercise
by the President, the Secretary of State, or any other officer or
employee of the United States Government of any waiver or suspension of
any provision of law referred to in subsection (a)(2), and notification
to the appropriate congressional committees in accordance with such
provision of law, shall be construed as satisfying the requirements
under subsection (a).
``(c) Determination by the Board.--The Board shall determine whether
a country is a candidate country for purposes of this section.''.
(c) Conforming Amendments.--
(1) Amendment to report identifying candidate countries.--
Section 608(a)(1) of the Millennium Challenge Act of
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2003 (22 U.S.C. 7707(a)(1)) is amended by striking ``section
606(a)(1)(B)'' and inserting ``section 606(a)(2)''.
(2) Amendment to millennium challenge compact authority.--
Section 609(b)(2) of such Act (22 U.S.C. 7708(b)(2)) is
amended--
(A) by amending the paragraph heading to read as
follows: ``Country contributions''; and
(B) by striking ``with respect to a lower middle
income country described in section 606(b),''.
(3) Amendment to authorization to provide assistance for
candidate countries.--Section 616(b)(1) of such Act (22 U.S.C.
7715(b)(1)) is amended by striking ``subsection (a) or (b) of
section 606'' and inserting ``section 606(a)''.
(d) Modification to Factors in Determining Eligibility.--Section
607(c)(2) of the Millennium Challenge Act of 2003 (22 U.S.C. 7706(c)(2))
is amended in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by striking
``consider'' and inserting ``prioritize need and impact by
considering''.
(e) Reporting Alignment.--Section 613(a) of the Millennium Challenge
Act of 2003 (22 U.S.C. 7712(a)) is amended to read as follows:
``(a) Report.--Not later than the third Friday of December of each
year, the Chief Executive Officer shall submit a report to Congress
describing the assistance provided pursuant to section 605 during the
most recently concluded fiscal year.''.
(f) Report on Efforts to Undermine Programs of the Millennium
Challenge Corporation.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Chief Executive Officer of the
Millennium Challenge Corporation shall submit a report to the
Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee
on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives that details
any efforts targeted towards undermining Millennium Challenge
Corporation programs, particularly efforts conducted by the
People's Republic of China.
(2) Form.--The report required under paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in an unclassified form, but may include a classified
annex.
SEC. 5123. EXTENSION OF SUNSET.
Section 7438 of the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2019 (22
U.S.C. 8791 note) is amended by striking ``the date that is 5 years
after the date of the enactment of this Act'' and inserting ``December
31, 2029''.
SEC. 5124. <<NOTE: 22 USC 8754a.>> STRATEGY AND GRANT PROGRAM TO
PROMOTE INTERNET FREEDOM IN IRAN.
(a) Strategy.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 90 days
after the date of the enactment of the this Act, the Secretary
of State, in consultation with the heads of other Federal
agencies, as appropriate, shall develop a strategy to support
and enhance access to information by civil society in Iran.
(2) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Elements.--The strategy required
in subparagraph (A) shall include the following elements:
(A) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> An evaluation of the use
of virtual private networks by civil society in Iran.
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(B) An assessment of the level of internet access
for Iranians who do not use virtual private networks,
including levels of reliable connectivity, bandwidth,
and coverage, as well as censorship, surveillance, and
other limitations on internet access.
(C) A strategy to increase the accessibility of
virtual private networks in Iran.
(D) An assessment of alternatives to virtual private
networks that are capable of circumventing restrictions
on open internet access imposed by the Government of
Iran.
(E) An assessment of how companies providing Iranian
civilians with technology and other tools to overcome
technical and political obstacles are able to access the
open internet.
(F) An assessment of the ability of the Government
of Iran to cut off all access to the internet in Iran.
(G) A strategy to circumvent internet blackouts for
Iranian civil society.
(3) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Initial update.--Not later than 120
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary,
in consultation with the heads of other Federal agencies, as
appropriate, shall submit to the Committee on Foreign Affairs of
the House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign
Relations of the Senate an updated version of the strategy
required in paragraph (1).
(4) Periodic review and updates.--The Secretary, in
consultation with the heads of other Federal agencies, as
appropriate, shall--
(A) not less frequently than twice each year, review
the strategy required in paragraph (1); and
(B) if the results of such review indicate that
modifications to such strategy are required to more
effectively promote internet freedom and access to
information for civil society in Iran, submit to the
Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of
Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Relations
of the Senate an updated version of such strategy.
(5) Form.--Each strategy required to be submitted under this
subsection shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may
include a classified annex.
(b) Grant Program and Contract Authority.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary of State, in consultation
with the Administrator of the United States Agency for
International Development and the President of the Open
Technology Fund, as appropriate, may award grants and enter into
contracts to private organizations to support and develop
programs in Iran that promote or expand--
(A) an open, interoperable, reliable, and secure
internet; and
(B) the online exercise of internationally
recognized human rights and fundamental freedoms of
civil society in Iran.
(2) Program goals.--The goal of each program developed with
a grant funds awarded pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be to--
(A) support unrestricted access to the internet in
Iran;
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(B) increase the availability of internet freedom
tools to overcome technical and political obstacles to
internet access in Iran;
(C) increase the distribution of such technologies
and tools throughout Iran;
(D) conduct research on repressive tactics that
undermine internet freedom in Iran;
(E) ensure that information regarding digital safety
is available to civil society in Iran; or
(F) engage private industry, including e-commerce
firms and social networking companies, regarding the
importance of preserving unrestricted internet access in
Iran.
(3) Grant award requirements.--The Secretary shall award
grants authorized in paragraph (1) to recipients through an
evidence-based process.
(4) Security audits.--The Secretary shall conduct a
comprehensive security audit of each new technology developed
using grant funds distributed pursuant to paragraph (1) to
ensure that each such technology is secure and has not been
compromised in a manner detrimental to--
(A) the interests of the United States; or
(B) an individual or organization benefitting from a
program supported by such funding.
(5) Authorization of appropriations.--
(A) In general.--There is authorized to be
appropriated for the Open Technology Fund established
under section 309A of the United States International
Broadcasting Act of 1994 (22 U.S.C. 6208a) $15,000,000
for each of fiscal years 2025 and 2026 to carry out the
grant program authorized under this subsection.
(B) Availability.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to
the authorization in subparagraph (A) are authorized
remain available until expended.
TITLE LII--JUDICIARY MATTERS
Subtitle A--Law Enforcement And Victim Support Act of 2024
Sec. 5201. Short title.
Sec. 5202. Project Safe Childhood Act.
Sec. 5203. Administrative False Claims Act of 2023.
Subtitle B--Other Matters
Sec. 5211. Modernizing law enforcement notification.
Subtitle A-- <<NOTE: Law Enforcement And Victim Support Act of
2024.>> Law Enforcement And Victim Support Act of 2024
SEC. 5201. <<NOTE: 34 USC 10101 note.>> SHORT TITLE.
This subtitle may be cited as the ``Law Enforcement And Victim
Support Act of 2024''.
SEC. 5202. PROJECT SAFE CHILDHOOD ACT.
Section 143 of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of
2006 (34 U.S.C. 20942) is amended to read as follows:
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``SEC. 143. PROJECT SAFE CHILDHOOD.
``(a) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) Child sexual abuse material.--The term `child sexual
abuse material' has the meaning given the term `child
pornography' in section 2256 of title 18, United States Code.
``(2) Child sexual exploitation offense.--The term `child
sexual exploitation offense' means--
``(A)(i) an offense involving a minor under section
1591 or chapter 117 of title 18, United States Code;
``(ii) an offense under subsection (a), (b), or (c)
of section 2251 of title 18, United States Code;
``(iii) an offense under section 2251A or 2252A(g)
of title 18, United States Code; or
``(iv) any attempt or conspiracy to commit an
offense described in clause (i) or (ii); or
``(B) an offense involving a minor under a State or
Tribal statute that is similar to a provision described
in subparagraph (A).
``(3) Circle of trust offender.--The term `circle of trust
offender' means an offender who is related to, or in a position
of trust, authority, or supervisory control with respect to, a
child.
``(4) Computer.--The term `computer' has the meaning given
the term in section 1030 of title 18, United States Code.
``(5) Contact sexual offense.--The term `contact sexual
offense' means--
``(A) an offense involving a minor under chapter
109A of title 18, United States Code, or any attempt or
conspiracy to commit such an offense; or
``(B) an offense involving a minor under a State or
Tribal statute that is similar to a provision described
in subparagraph (A).
``(6) Dual offender.--The term `dual offender' means--
``(A) a person who commits--
``(i) a technology-facilitated child sexual
exploitation offense or an offense involving child
sexual abuse material; and
``(ii) a contact sexual offense; and
``(B) without regard to whether the offenses
described in clauses (i) and (ii) of subparagraph (A)--
``(i) are committed as part of the same course
of conduct; or
``(ii) involve the same victim.
``(7) Facilitator.--The term `facilitator' means an
individual who facilitates the commission by another individual
of--
``(A) a technology-facilitated child sexual
exploitation offense or an offense involving child
sexual abuse material; or
``(B) a contact sexual offense.
``(8) ICAC affiliate partner.--The term `ICAC affiliate
partner' means a law enforcement agency that has entered into a
formal operating agreement with the ICAC Task Force Program.
``(9) ICAC task force.--The term `ICAC task force' means a
task force that is part of the ICAC Task Force Program.
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``(10) ICAC task force program.--The term `ICAC Task Force
Program' means the National Internet Crimes Against Children
Task Force Program established under section 102 of the PROTECT
Our Children Act of 2008 (34 U.S.C. 21112).
``(11) Offense involving child sexual abuse material.--The
term `offense involving child sexual abuse material' means--
``(A) an offense under section 2251(d), section
2252, or paragraphs (1) through (6) of section 2252A(a)
of title 18, United States Code, or any attempt or
conspiracy to commit such an offense; or
``(B) an offense under a State or Tribal statute
that is similar to a provision described in subparagraph
(A).
``(12) Serious offender.--The term `serious offender'
means--
``(A) an offender who has committed a contact sexual
offense or child sexual exploitation offense;
``(B) a dual offender, circle of trust offender, or
facilitator; or
``(C) an offender with a prior conviction for a
contact sexual offense, a child sexual exploitation
offense, or an offense involving child sexual abuse
material.
``(13) State.--The term `State' means a State of the United
States, the District of Columbia, and any commonwealth,
territory, or possession of the United States.
``(14) Technology-facilitated.--The term `technology-
facilitated', with respect to an offense, means an offense that
is committed through the use of a computer, even if the use of a
computer is not an element of the offense.
``(b) Establishment of Program.--The Attorney General shall create
and maintain a nationwide initiative to align Federal, State, and local
entities to combat the growing epidemic of online child sexual
exploitation and abuse, to be known as the `Project Safe Childhood
program', in accordance with this section.
``(c) Best Practices.--The Attorney General, in coordination with
the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section of the Criminal Division of
the Department of Justice and the Office of Juvenile Justice and
Delinquency Prevention of the Department of Justice, and in consultation
with training and technical assistance providers under the ICAC Task
Force Program who are funded by the Attorney General and with
appropriate nongovernmental organizations, shall--
``(1) develop best practices to adopt a balanced approach to
the investigation of suspect leads involving contact sexual
offenses, child sexual exploitation offenses, and offenses
involving child sexual abuse material, and the prosecution of
those offenses, prioritizing when feasible the identification of
a child victim or a serious offender, which approach shall
incorporate the use of--
``(A) proactively generated leads, including leads
generated by current and emerging technology;
``(B) in-district investigative referrals; and
``(C) CyberTipline reports from the National Center
for Missing and Exploited Children;
``(2) develop best practices to be used by each United
States Attorney and ICAC task force to assess the likelihood
that
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an individual could be a serious offender or that a child victim
may be identified;
``(3) develop and implement a tracking and communication
system for Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies
and prosecutor's offices to report successful cases of victim
identification and child rescue to the Department of Justice and
the public; and
``(4) encourage the submission of all lawfully seized visual
depictions to the Child Victim Identification Program of the
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
``(d) Implementation.--Except as authorized under subsection (e),
funds authorized under this section may only be used for the following 4
purposes:
``(1) Integrated Federal, State, and local efforts to
investigate and prosecute contact sexual offenses, child sexual
exploitation offenses, and offenses involving child sexual abuse
material, including--
``(A) the partnership by each United States Attorney
with each Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
within the district of such attorney;
``(B) training of Federal, State, and local law
enforcement officers and prosecutors through--
``(i) programs facilitated by the ICAC Task
Force Program;
``(ii) ICAC training programs supported by the
Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency
Prevention of the Department of Justice;
``(iii) programs facilitated by appropriate
nongovernmental organizations with subject matter
expertise, technical skill, or technological tools
to assist in the identification of and response to
serious offenders, contact sexual offenses, child
sexual exploitation offenses, or offenses
involving child sexual abuse material; and
``(iv) any other program that provides
training--
``(I) on the investigation and
identification of serious offenders or
victims of contact sexual offenses,
child sexual exploitation offenses, or
offenses involving child sexual abuse
material; or
``(II) that specifically addresses
the use of existing and emerging
technologies to commit or facilitate
contact sexual offenses, child sexual
exploitation offenses, or offenses
involving child sexual abuse material;
``(C) <<NOTE: Plans.>> the development by each
United States Attorney of a district-specific strategic
plan to coordinate with State and local law enforcement
agencies and prosecutor's offices, including ICAC task
forces and their ICAC affiliate partners, on the
investigation of suspect leads involving serious
offenders, contact sexual offenses, child sexual
exploitation offenses, and offenses involving child
sexual abuse material, and the prosecution of those
offenders and offenses, which plan--
``(i) shall include--
``(I) the use of the best practices
developed under paragraphs (1) and (2)
of subsection (c);
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``(II) the development of plans and
protocols to target and rapidly
investigate cases involving potential
serious offenders or the identification
and rescue of a victim of a contact
sexual offense, a child sexual
exploitation offense, or an offense
involving child sexual abuse material;
``(III) the use of training and
technical assistance programs to
incorporate victim-centered, trauma-
informed practices in cases involving
victims of contact sexual offenses,
child sexual exploitation offenses, and
offenses involving child sexual abuse
material, which may include the use of
child protective services, children's
advocacy centers, victim support
specialists, or other supportive
services;
``(IV) the development of plans to
track, report, and clearly communicate
successful cases of victim
identification and child rescue to the
Department of Justice and the public;
``(V) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> an
analysis of the investigative and
forensic capacity of law enforcement
agencies and prosecutor's offices within
the district, and goals for improving
capacity and effectiveness;
``(VI) <<NOTE: Policy.>> a written
policy describing the criteria for
referrals for prosecution from Federal,
State, or local law enforcement
agencies, particularly when the
investigation may involve a potential
serious offender or the identification
or rescue of a child victim;
``(VII) plans and budgets for
training of relevant personnel on
contact sexual offenses, child sexual
exploitation offenses, and offenses
involving child sexual abuse material;
``(VIII) plans for coordination and
cooperation with State, local, and
Tribal law enforcement agencies and
prosecutorial offices; and
``(IX) evidence-based programs that
educate the public about and increase
awareness of such offenses; and
``(ii) shall be developed in consultation, as
appropriate, with--
``(I) the local ICAC task force;
``(II) the United States Marshals
Service Sex Offender Targeting Center;
``(III) training and technical
assistance providers under the ICAC Task
Force Program who are funded by the
Attorney General;
``(IV) nongovernmental organizations
with subject matter expertise, technical
skill, or technological tools to assist
in the identification of and response to
contact sexual offenses, child sexual
exploitation offenses, or offenses
involving child sexual abuse material;
``(V) any relevant component of
Homeland Security Investigations;
``(VI) any relevant component of the
Federal Bureau of Investigation;
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``(VII) the Office of Juvenile
Justice and Delinquency Prevention of
the Department of Justice;
``(VIII) the Child Exploitation and
Obscenity Section of the Criminal
Division of the Department of Justice;
``(IX) the United States Postal
Inspection Service;
``(X) the United States Secret
Service; and
``(XI) each military criminal
investigation organization of the
Department of Defense; and
``(D) <<NOTE: Time period. Assessment.>> a
quadrennial assessment by each United States Attorney of
the investigations within the district of such attorney
of contact sexual offenses, child sexual exploitation
offenses, and offenses involving child sexual abuse
material--
``(i) with consideration of--
``(I) the variety of sources for
leads;
``(II) the proportion of work
involving proactive or undercover law
enforcement investigations;
``(III) the number of serious
offenders identified and prosecuted; and
``(IV) the number of children
identified or rescued; and
``(ii) information from which may be used by
the United States Attorney, as appropriate, to
revise the plan described in subparagraph (C).
``(2) Major case coordination by the Department of Justice
(or other Federal agencies as appropriate), including specific
cooperation, as appropriate, with--
``(A) the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section
of the Criminal Division of the Department of Justice;
``(B) any relevant component of Homeland Security
Investigations;
``(C) any relevant component of the Federal Bureau
of Investigation;
``(D) the ICAC task forces and ICAC affiliate
partners;
``(E) the United States Marshals Service, including
the Sex Offender Targeting Center;
``(F) the United States Postal Inspection Service;
``(G) the United States Secret Service;
``(H) each Military Criminal Investigation
Organization of the Department of Defense; and
``(I) any task forces established in connection with
the Project Safe Childhood program set forth under
subsection (b).
``(3) Increased Federal involvement in, and commitment to,
the prevention and prosecution of technology-facilitated child
sexual exploitation offenses or offenses involving child sexual
abuse material by--
``(A) using technology to identify victims and
serious offenders;
``(B) <<NOTE: Processes.>> developing processes and
tools to identify victims and offenders; and
``(C) taking measures to improve information sharing
among Federal law enforcement agencies, including for
the purposes of implementing the plans and protocols
described in paragraph (1)(C)(i)(II) to identify and
rescue--
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``(i) victims of contact sexual offenses,
child sexual exploitation offenses, and offenses
involving child sexual abuse material; or
``(ii) victims of serious offenders.
``(4) The establishment, development, and implementation of
a nationally coordinated `Safer Internet Day' every year
developed in collaboration with the Department of Education,
national and local internet safety organizations, parent
organizations, social media companies, and schools to provide--
``(A) national public awareness and evidence-based
educational programs about the threats posed by circle
of trust offenders and the threat of contact sexual
offenses, child sexual exploitation offenses, or
offenses involving child sexual abuse material, and the
use of technology to facilitate those offenses;
``(B) information to parents and children about how
to avoid or prevent technology-facilitated child sexual
exploitation offenses; and
``(C) information about how to report possible
technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation
offenses or offenses involving child sexual abuse
material through--
``(i) the National Center for Missing and
Exploited Children;
``(ii) the ICAC Task Force Program; and
``(iii) any other program that--
``(I) raises national awareness
about the threat of technology-
facilitated child sexual exploitation
offenses or offenses involving child
sexual abuse material; and
``(II) provides information to
parents and children seeking to report
possible violations of technology-
facilitated child sexual exploitation
offenses or offenses involving child
sexual abuse material.
``(e) Expansion of Project Safe Childhood.--Notwithstanding
subsection (d), funds authorized under this section may be also be used
for the following purposes:
``(1) The addition of not less than 20 Assistant United
States Attorneys at the Department of Justice, relative to the
number of such positions as of the day before the date of
enactment of the Law Enforcement and Victim Support Act of 2024,
who shall be--
``(A) dedicated to the prosecution of cases in
connection with the Project Safe Childhood program set
forth under subsection (b); and
``(B) responsible for assisting and coordinating the
plans and protocols of each district under subsection
(d)(1)(C)(i)(II).
``(2) Such other additional and related purposes as the
Attorney General determines appropriate.
``(f) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Authorization of Appropriations.--
``(1) In general.--For the purpose of carrying out this
section, there are authorized to be appropriated--
``(A) for the activities described under paragraphs
(1), (2), and (3) of subsection (d), $28,550,000 for
each of fiscal years 2023 through 2028;
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``(B) for the activities described under subsection
(d)(4), $4,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through
2028; and
``(C) for the activities described under subsection
(e), $29,100,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through
2028.
``(2) Supplement, not supplant.--Amounts made available to
State and local agencies, programs, and services under this
section shall supplement, and not supplant, other Federal,
State, or local funds made available for those agencies,
programs, and services.''.
SEC. 5203. ADMINISTRATIVE FALSE CLAIMS ACT OF 2023.
(a) Change in Short Title.--
(1) In general.--Subtitle B of title VI of the Omnibus
Budget Reconciliation Act of 1986 (Public Law 99-509; 100 Stat.
1934) is amended--
(A) in the subtitle heading, by striking ``Program
Fraud Civil Remedies'' and inserting ``Administrative
False Claims''; and
(B) in section 6101 (31 U.S.C. 3801 note), by
striking ``Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986''
and inserting ``Administrative False Claims Act''.
(2) <<NOTE: 31 USC 3801 note.>> References.--Any reference
to the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986 in any provision
of law, regulation, map, document, record, or other paper of the
United States shall be deemed a reference to the Administrative
False Claims Act.
(b) Reverse False Claims.--Chapter 38 of title 31, United States
Code, is amended--
(1) in section 3801(a)(3), by amending subparagraph (C) to
read as follows:
``(C) made to an authority which has the effect of
concealing or improperly avoiding or decreasing an
obligation to pay or transmit property, services, or
money to the authority,''; and
(2) in section 3802(a)(3)--
(A) by striking ``An assessment'' and inserting
``(A) Except as provided in subparagraph (B), an
assessment''; and
(B) by adding at the end the following:
``(B) In the case of a claim described in section
3801(a)(3)(C), an assessment shall not be made under the second
sentence of paragraph (1) in an amount that is more than double
the value of the property, services, or money that was
wrongfully withheld from the authority.''.
(c) Increasing Dollar Amount of Claims.--Section 3803(c) of title
31, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``$150,000'' each place
that term appears and inserting ``$1,000,000''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(3) Adjustment for Inflation.--The maximum amount in paragraph (1)
shall be adjusted for inflation in the same manner and to the same
extent as civil monetary penalties under the Federal Civil Penalties
Inflation Adjustment Act (28 U.S.C. 2461 note).''.
(d) Recovery of Costs.--Section 3806(g)(1) of title 31, United
States Code, is amended to read as follows:
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``(1)(A) Except as provided in paragraph (2)--
``(i) <<NOTE: Reimbursement.>> any amount collected under
this chapter shall be credited first to reimburse the authority
or other Federal entity that expended costs in support of the
investigation or prosecution of the action, including any court
or hearing costs; and
``(ii) amounts reimbursed under clause (i) shall--
``(I) be deposited in--
``(aa) the appropriations account of the
authority or other Federal entity from which the
costs described in subparagraph (A) were
obligated;
``(bb) a similar appropriations account of the
authority or other Federal entity; or
``(cc) if the authority or other Federal
entity expended nonappropriated funds, another
appropriate account; and
``(II) remain available until expended.
``(B) Any amount remaining after reimbursements described in
subparagraph (A) shall be deposited as miscellaneous receipts in the
Treasury of the United States.''.
(e) Semiannual Reporting.--Section 405(c) of title 5, United States
Code, is amended--
(1) in paragraph (4), by striking ``and'' at the end;
(2) by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (6); and
(3) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following:
``(5) information relating to cases under chapter 38 of
title 31, including--
``(A) the number of reports submitted by
investigating officials to reviewing officials under
section 3803(a)(1) of such title;
``(B) actions taken in response to reports described
in subparagraph (A), which shall include statistical
tables showing--
``(i) pending cases;
``(ii) resolved cases;
``(iii) the average length of time to resolve
each case;
``(iv) the number of final agency decisions
that were appealed to a district court of the
United States or a higher court; and
``(v) if the total number of cases in a report
is greater than 2--
``(I) the number of cases that were
settled; and
``(II) the total penalty or
assessment amount recovered in each
case, including through a settlement or
compromise; and
``(C) instances in which the reviewing official
declined to proceed on a case reported by an
investigating official; and''.
(f) Increasing Efficiency of DOJ Processing.--Section 3803(j) of
title 31, United States Code, is amended--
(1) by inserting ``(1)'' before ``The reviewing''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(2) <<NOTE: Notification. Deadline.>> A reviewing official shall
notify the Attorney General in writing not later than 30 days before
entering into any agreement to compromise or settle allegations of
liability under section 3802 and before the date on which the reviewing
official is permitted
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to refer allegations of liability to a presiding officer under
subsection (b).''.
(g) Revision of Definition of Hearing Officials.--
(1) In general.--Chapter 38 of title 31, United States Code,
is amended--
(A) in section 3801(a)(7)--
(i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``or'' at
the end;
(ii) in subparagraph (B)(vii), by adding
``or'' at the end; and
(iii) by adding at the end the following:
``(C) a member of the board of contract appeals
pursuant to section 7105 of title 41, if the authority
does not employ an available presiding officer under
subparagraph (A);''; and
(B) in section 3803(d)(2)--
(i) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``and''
at the end;
(ii) in subparagraph (B)--
(I) by striking ``the presiding''
and inserting ``(i) in the case of a
referral to a presiding officer
described in subparagraph (A) or (B) of
section 3801(a)(7), the presiding'';
(II) in clause (i), as so
designated, by striking the period at
the end and inserting ``; or''; and
(III) by adding at the end the
following:
``(ii) in the case of a referral to a presiding
officer described in subparagraph (C) of section
3801(a)(7)--
``(I) <<NOTE: Records.>> the reviewing
official shall submit a copy of the notice
required by under paragraph (1) and of the
response of the person receiving such notice
requesting a hearing--
``(aa) to the board of contract
appeals that has jurisdiction over
matters arising from the agency of the
reviewing official pursuant to section
7105(e)(1) of title 41; or
``(bb) if the Chair of the board of
contract appeals declines to accept the
referral, to any other board of contract
appeals; and
``(II) <<NOTE: Mail. Notice.>> the reviewing
official shall simultaneously mail, by registered
or certified mail, or shall deliver, notice to the
person alleged to be liable under section 3802
that the referral has been made to an agency board
of contract appeals with an explanation as to
where the person may obtain the relevant rules of
procedure promulgated by the board; and''; and
(iii) by adding at the end the following:
``(C) in the case of a hearing conducted by a presiding
officer described in subparagraph (C) of section 3801(a)(7)--
``(i) the presiding officer shall conduct the
hearing according to the rules and procedures
promulgated by the board of contract appeals; and
``(ii) the hearing shall not be subject to the
provisions in subsection (g)(2), (h), or (i).''.
(2) Agency boards.--Section 7105(e) of title 41, United
States Code, is amended--
(A) in paragraph (1), by adding at the end the
following:
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``(E) Administrative false claims act.--
``(i) In general.--The boards described in
subparagraphs (B), (C), and (D) shall have
jurisdiction to hear any case referred to a board
of contract appeals under section 3803(d) of title
31.
``(ii) Declining referral.--If the Chair of a
board described in subparagraph (B), (C), or (D)
determines that accepting a case under clause (i)
would prevent adequate consideration of other
cases being handled by the board, the Chair may
decline to accept the referral.''; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by inserting ``or, in the
event that a case is filed under chapter 38 of title 31,
any relief that would be available to a litigant under
that chapter'' before the period at the end.
(3) <<NOTE: Deadline. Procedures. 31 USC 3801
note.>> Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of
enactment of this Act, each authority head, as defined in
section 3801 of title 31, United States Code, and each board of
contract appeals of a board described in subparagraph (B), (C),
or (D) of section 7105(e) of title 41, United States Code, shall
amend procedures regarding proceedings as necessary to implement
the amendments made by this subsection.
(h) Revision of Limitations.--Section 3808 of title 31, United
States Code, is amended by striking subsection (a) and inserting the
following:
``(a) <<NOTE: Notice. Mail. Deadlines.>> A notice to the person
alleged to be liable with respect to a claim or statement shall be
mailed or delivered in accordance with section 3803(d)(1) not later than
the later of--
``(1) 6 years after the date on which the violation of
section 3802 is committed; or
``(2) 3 years after the date on which facts material to the
action are known or reasonably should have been known by the
authority head, but in no event more than 10 years after the
date on which the violation is committed.''.
(i) Definitions.--Section 3801 of title 31, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) in paragraph (8), by striking ``and'' at the
end;
(B) in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the
end and inserting a semicolon; and
(C) by adding at the end the following:
``(10) `material' has the meaning given the term in section
3729(b) of this title; and
``(11) `obligation' has the meaning given the term in
section 3729(b) of this title.''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(d) For purposes of subsection (a)(10), materiality shall be
determined in the same manner as under section 3729 of this title.''.
(j) <<NOTE: Deadline. Procedures. 31 USC 3801 note.>> Promulgation
of Regulations.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of
this Act, each authority head, as defined in section 3801 of title 31,
United States Code, shall--
(1) promulgate regulations and procedures to carry out this
Act and the amendments made by this Act; and
(2) <<NOTE: Review. Update. Compliance.>> review and update
existing regulations and procedures of the authority to ensure
compliance with this Act and the amendments made by this Act.
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Subtitle B--Other Matters
SEC. 5211. MODERNIZING LAW ENFORCEMENT NOTIFICATION.
(a) Verified Electronic Notification Defined.--Section 921(a) of
title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the
following:
``(38) The term `verified electronic notification', with
respect to a communication to a chief law enforcement officer
required under section 922(c)(2), means a digital
communication--
``(A) sent to the electronic communication address
that the chief law enforcement officer voluntarily
designates for the purpose of receiving those
communications; and
``(B) that includes a method for verifying--
``(i) the receipt of the communication; and
``(ii) the electronic communication address to
which the communication is sent.''.
(b) Verified Electronic Notification.--Section 922(c) of title 18,
United States Code, is amended by striking paragraph (2) and inserting
the following:
``(2) the transferor has--
``(A) <<NOTE: Firearms. Records. Statement.>> prior
to the shipment or delivery of the firearm, forwarded a
copy of the sworn statement, together with a description
of the firearm, in a form prescribed by the Attorney
General, to the chief law enforcement officer of the
transferee's place of residence, by--
``(i) <<NOTE: Mail.>> registered or certified
mail (return receipt requested); or
``(ii) verified electronic notification; and
``(B)(i) with respect to a delivery method described
in subparagraph (A)(i)--
``(I) received a return receipt evidencing
delivery of the statement; or
``(II) had the statement returned due to the
refusal of the named addressee to accept such
letter in accordance with United States Post
Office Department regulations; or
``(ii) with respect to a delivery method described
in subparagraph (A)(ii), received a return receipt
evidencing delivery of the statement; and''.
TITLE LIII--NATURAL RESOURCES MATTERS
Subtitle A--WILD Act
Sec. 5301. Short title.
Sec. 5302. Partners for Fish and Wildlife Act.
Sec. 5303. African Elephant Conservation Act.
Sec. 5304. Asian Elephant Conservation Act of 1997.
Sec. 5305. Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Act of 1994.
Sec. 5306. Great Ape Conservation Act of 2000.
Sec. 5307. Marine Turtle Conservation Act of 2004.
Sec. 5308. Reporting requirements.
Subtitle B--Other Matters
Sec. 5311. Reauthorization of Upper Colorado and San Juan River Basins
endangered fish and threatened fish recovery implementation
programs.
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Subtitle A-- <<NOTE: Wildlife Innovation and Longevity Driver
reauthorization Act.>> WILD Act
SEC. 5301. <<NOTE: 16 USC 3771 note.>> SHORT TITLE.
This subtitle may be cited as the ``Wildlife Innovation and
Longevity Driver reauthorization Act'' or the ``WILD Act''.
SEC. 5302. PARTNERS FOR FISH AND WILDLIFE ACT.
Section 5 of the Partners for Fish and Wildlife Act (16 U.S.C. 3774)
is amended by striking ``2019 through 2023'' and inserting ``2025
through 2029''.
SEC. 5303. AFRICAN ELEPHANT CONSERVATION ACT.
(a) Provision of Assistance.--Section 2101 of the African Elephant
Conservation Act (16 U.S.C. 4211) is amended by adding at the end the
following:
``(g) Multiyear Grants.--
``(1) Authorization.--The Secretary may award to a person
who is otherwise eligible for a grant under this section a
multiyear grant of up to 5 years to carry out a project that the
person demonstrates is an effective, long-term conservation
strategy for African elephants and the habitat of African
elephants.
``(2) Effect.--Nothing in this subsection precludes the
Secretary from awarding a grant on an annual basis.''.
(b) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 2306(a) of the African
Elephant Conservation Act (16 U.S.C. 4245(a)) is amended by striking
``2019 through 2023'' and inserting ``2025 through 2029''.
SEC. 5304. ASIAN ELEPHANT CONSERVATION ACT OF 1997.
(a) Asian Elephant Conservation Assistance.--Section 5 of the Asian
Elephant Conservation Act of 1997 (16 U.S.C. 4264) is amended by adding
at the end the following:
``(i) Multiyear Grants.--
``(1) Authorization.--The Secretary may award to a person
who is otherwise eligible for a grant under this section a
multiyear grant of up to 5 years to carry out a project that the
person demonstrates is an effective, long-term conservation
strategy for Asian elephants and the habitat of Asian elephants.
``(2) Effect.--Nothing in this subsection precludes the
Secretary from awarding a grant on an annual basis.''.
(b) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 8(a) of the Asian
Elephant Conservation Act of 1997 (16 U.S.C. 4266(a)) is amended by
striking ``2019 through 2023'' and inserting ``2025 through 2029''.
SEC. 5305. RHINOCEROS AND TIGER CONSERVATION ACT OF 1994.
(a) Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Assistance.--Section 5 of the
Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Act of 1994 (16 U.S.C. 5304) is
amended by adding at the end the following:
``(g) Multiyear Grants.--
``(1) Authorization.--The Secretary may award to a person
who is otherwise eligible for a grant under this section a
multiyear grant of up to 5 years to carry out a project that the
person demonstrates is an effective, long-term conservation
strategy for rhinoceroses or tigers and the habitat of
rhinoceroses or tigers.
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``(2) Effect.--Nothing in this subsection precludes the
Secretary from awarding a grant on an annual basis.''.
(b) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 10(a) of the
Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Act of 1994 (16 U.S.C. 5306(a)) is
amended by striking ``2019 through 2023'' and inserting ``2025 through
2029''.
SEC. 5306. GREAT APE CONSERVATION ACT OF 2000.
(a) Multiyear Grants.--Section 4(j)(1) of the Great Ape Conservation
Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 6303(j)(1)) is amended by inserting ``of up to 5
years'' after ``multiyear grant''.
(b) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 6 of the Great Ape
Conservation Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 6305) is amended by striking ``2019
through 2023'' and inserting ``2025 through 2029''.
SEC. 5307. MARINE TURTLE CONSERVATION ACT OF 2004.
(a) Multiyear Grants.--Section 4 of the Marine Turtle Conservation
Act of 2004 (16 U.S.C. 6603) is amended by adding at the end the
following:
``(h) Multiyear Grants.--
``(1) Authorization.--The Secretary may award to a person
who is otherwise eligible for a grant under this section a
multiyear grant of up to 5 years to carry out a project that the
person demonstrates is an effective, long-term conservation
strategy for marine turtles, freshwater turtles, or tortoises
and the habitat of marine turtles, freshwater turtles, or
tortoises.
``(2) Effect.--Nothing in this subsection precludes the
Secretary from awarding a grant on an annual basis.''.
(b) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 7(a) of the Marine
Turtle Conservation Act of 2004 (16 U.S.C. 6606(a)) is amended by
striking ``2019 through 2023'' and inserting ``2025 through 2029''.
SEC. 5308. <<NOTE: 16 USC 4201 note.>> REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Reports to Congress.--Annually, the
Secretary of the Interior shall submit to the appropriate committees of
Congress a report on the implementation of--
(1) the African Elephant Conservation Act (16 U.S.C. 4201 et
seq.);
(2) the Asian Elephant Conservation Act of 1997 (16 U.S.C.
4261 et seq.);
(3) the Rhinoceros and Tiger Conservation Act of 1994 (16
U.S.C. 5301 et seq.);
(4) the Great Ape Conservation Act of 2000 (16 U.S.C. 6301
et seq.); and
(5) the Marine Turtle Conservation Act of 2004 (16 U.S.C.
6601 et seq.).
(b) Requirements.--A report submitted under subsection (a) shall
include--
(1) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of all awards issued each year
under the applicable Act;
(2) the total monetary amount issued to each award
recipient;
(3) the name of each award recipient organization;
(4) the country where each award will be implemented; and
(5) a description of the projects to be completed and
completed under each award.
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Subtitle B--Other Matters
SEC. 5311. REAUTHORIZATION OF UPPER COLORADO AND SAN JUAN RIVER
BASINS ENDANGERED FISH AND THREATENED
FISH RECOVERY IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAMS.
(a) Purpose.--Section 1 of Public Law 106-392 (114 Stat. 1602) is
amended by inserting ``and threatened'' after ``endangered''.
(b) Definitions.--Section 2 of Public Law 106-392 (114 Stat. 1602;
116 Stat. 3113) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``to implement the
Recovery Implementation Program for the Endangered Fish Species
in the Upper Colorado River dated September 29, 1987, and
extended by the Extension of the Cooperative Agreement dated
December 6, 2001, and the 1992 Cooperative Agreement to
implement the San Juan River Recovery Implementation Program
dated October 21, 1992, and as they may be amended'' and
inserting ``for the Recovery Implementation Program for
Endangered Species in the Upper Colorado River Basin dated
September 29, 1987, and the 1992 Cooperative Agreement for the
San Juan River Basin Recovery Implementation Program dated
October 21, 1992, as the agreements may be amended and
extended'';
(2) in paragraph (6)--
(A) by inserting ``or threatened'' after
``endangered''; and
(B) by striking ``removal or translocation'' and
inserting ``control'';
(3) in paragraph (7), by striking ``long-term'' each place
it appears;
(4) in paragraph (8), in the second sentence, by striking
``1988 Cooperative Agreement and the 1992 Cooperative
Agreement'' and inserting ``Recovery Implementation Programs'';
(5) in paragraph (9)--
(A) by striking ``leases and agreements'' and
inserting ``acquisitions'';
(B) by inserting ``or threatened'' after
``endangered''; and
(C) by inserting ``, as approved under the Recovery
Implementation Programs'' after ``nonnative fishes'';
and
(6) in paragraph (10), by inserting ``pursuant to the
Recovery Implementation Program for Endangered Species in the
Upper Colorado River Basin'' after ``Service''.
(c) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Authorization to Fund Recovery
Programs.--Section 3 of Public Law 106-392 (114 Stat. 1603; 116 Stat.
3113; 120 Stat. 290; 123 Stat 1310; 126 Stat. 2444; 133 Stat. 809; 136
Stat. 5572) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking ``(1) There is
hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary,
$88,000,000 to undertake capital projects to carry out
the purposes of this Act. Such funds'' and inserting the
following:
``(1) Authorization.--
``(A) In general.--Subject to subparagraph (B),
there is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary
for use by the Bureau of Reclamation to undertake
capital projects
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to carry out the purposes of this Act $50,000,000 for
the period of fiscal years 2024 through 2031.
``(B) Annual adjustment.--For each of fiscal years
2025 through 2031, the amount authorized to be
appropriated under subparagraph (A) shall be annually
adjusted to reflect widely available engineering cost
indices applicable to relevant construction activities.
``(C) Nonreimbursable funds.--Amounts made available
pursuant to subparagraph (A)'';
(B) <<NOTE: Expiration date.>> in paragraph (2), by
striking ``Program for Endangered Fish Species in the
Upper Colorado River Basin shall expire in fiscal year
2024'' and inserting ``Programs shall expire in fiscal
year 2031''; and
(C) by striking paragraph (3);
(2) by striking subsections (b) and (c) and inserting the
following:
``(b) Non-Federal Contributions to Capital Projects.--The Secretary,
acting through the Bureau of Reclamation, may accept contributed funds,
interests in land and water, or other contributions from the Upper
Division States, political subdivisions of the Upper Division States, or
individuals, entities, or organizations within the Upper Division
States, pursuant to agreements that provide for the contributions to be
used for capital projects costs.'';
(3) by redesignating subsections (d) through (j) as
subsections (c) through (i), respectively;
(4) in subsection (c) (as so redesignated)--
(A) in paragraph (1)(A), by striking ``$10,000,000
for each of fiscal years 2020 through 2024'' and
inserting ``$92,040,000 for the period of fiscal years
2024 through 2031'';
(B) in paragraph (2)--
(i) in the first sentence, by striking
``$4,000,000 per year'' and inserting
``$61,100,000 for the period of fiscal years 2024
through 2031'';
(ii) in the second sentence--
(I) by inserting ``Basin'' after
``San Juan River''; and
(II) by striking ``$2,000,000 per
year'' and inserting ``$30,940,000 for
the period of fiscal years 2024 through
2031''; and
(iii) in the third sentence, by striking ``in
fiscal years commencing after the enactment of
this Act'' and inserting ``for fiscal year 2024
and each fiscal year thereafter''; and
(C) by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the
following:
``(3) Federal contributions to annual base funding.--
``(A) In general.--For each of fiscal years 2024
through 2031, the Secretary, acting through the Bureau
of Reclamation, may accept funds from other Federal
agencies, including power revenues collected pursuant to
the Act of April 11, 1956 (commonly known as the
``Colorado River Storage Project Act'') (43 U.S.C. 620
et seq.).
``(B) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Availability of
funds.--Funds made available under subparagraph (A)
shall be available for expenditure by the Secretary, as
determined by the contributing agency in consultation
with the Secretary.
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``(C) Treatment of funds.--Funds made available
under subparagraph (A) shall be treated as
nonreimbursable Federal expenditures.
``(D) Treatment of power revenues.--Not more than
$499,000 in power revenues over the period of fiscal
years 2024 through 2031 shall be accepted under
subparagraph (A) and treated as having been repaid and
returned to the general fund of the Treasury.
``(4) Non-federal contributions to annual base funding.--The
Secretary, acting through the Bureau of Reclamation, may accept
contributed funds from the Upper Division States, political
subdivisions of the Upper Division States, or individuals,
entities, or organizations within the Upper Division States,
pursuant to agreements that provide for the contributions to be
used for annual base funding.
``(5) Replacement power.--Contributions of funds made
pursuant to this subsection shall not include the cost of
replacement power purchased to offset modifications to the
operation of the Colorado River Storage Project to benefit
threatened or endangered fish species under the Recovery
Implementation Programs.'';
(5) in subsection (f) (as so redesignated), in the first
sentence, by inserting ``or threatened'' after ``endangered'';
(6) in subsection (g) (as so redesignated), by striking
``unless the time period for the respective Cooperative
Agreement is extended to conform with this Act'' and inserting
``, as amended or extended'';
(7) in subsection (h) (as so redesignated), in the first
sentence, by striking ``Upper Colorado River Endangered Fish
Recovery Program or the San Juan River Basin Recovery
Implementation Program'' and inserting ``Recovery Implementation
Programs''; and
(8) in subsection (i)(1) (as so redesignated)--
(A) by striking ``2022'' each place it appears and
inserting ``2030'';
(B) by striking ``2024'' each place it appears and
inserting ``2031''; and
(C) in subparagraph (C)(ii)(III), by striking
``contributions by the States, power customers, Tribes,
water users, and environmental organizations'' and
inserting ``non-Federal contributions''.
TITLE LIV-- <<NOTE: Spectrum and Secure Technology and Innovation Act of
2024.>> TELECOMMUNICATIONS-RELATED MATTERS
Sec. 5401. Short title.
Sec. 5402. Definitions.
Sec. 5403. FCC auction of certain licenses.
Sec. 5404. Spectrum auction trust fund.
Sec. 5405. Increase in limitation on expenditure under secure and
trusted communications networks reimbursement program.
SEC. 5401. <<NOTE: 47 USC 609 note.>> SHORT TITLE.
This title may be cited as the ``Spectrum and Secure Technology and
Innovation Act of 2024''.
SEC. 5402. <<NOTE: 47 USC 309 note.>> DEFINITIONS.
In this title:
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(1) Commission.--The term ``Commission'' means the Federal
Communications Commission.
(2) Covered auction.--The term ``covered auction'' means a
system of competitive bidding conducted under section 5403.
SEC. 5403. FCC AUCTION OF CERTAIN LICENSES.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> FCC Auction of Certain Licenses.--Not later
than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Commission
shall initiate systems of competitive bidding under section 309(j) of
the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. 309(j)) to grant licenses for
spectrum in the inventory of the Commission as of the date of enactment
of this Act in the bands of frequencies referred to by the Commission as
the ``AWS-3 bands'', consistent with existing regulations to protect
Federal Government operations.
(b) Completion of Auctions.--The Commission shall complete the
systems of competitive bidding described in subsection (a), including
receiving payments, processing applications, and granting licenses,
without regard to whether the authority of the Commission under
paragraph (11) of section 309(j) of the Communications Act of 1934 (47
U.S.C. 309(j)) has expired.
SEC. 5404. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> SPECTRUM AUCTION TRUST FUND.
(a) Establishment.--
(1) In general.--There is established in the Treasury of the
United States a fund to be known as the ``Spectrum Auction Trust
Fund'' (referred to in this section as the ``Fund'') for the
purposes described in subsection (b).
(2) Amounts available until expended.--Amounts deposited in
the Fund shall remain available until expended.
(b) Deposit of Proceeds.--
(1) In general.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law,
except section 309(j)(8)(B) of the Communications Act of 1934
(47 U.S.C. 309(j)(8)(B)), the proceeds (including deposits and
upfront payments from successful bidders) from any covered
auction shall be deposited or available in accordance with this
subsection.
(2) <<NOTE: Transfers.>> Treasury reimbursement.--
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an aggregate total
amount of $3,300,000,000 of the proceeds of covered auctions
shall be deposited in the Fund as follows:
(A) 50 percent of those amounts, but not more than
$3,080,000,000 cumulatively, shall be transferred to the
general fund of the Treasury to reimburse the amount
borrowed under subsection (c)(1).
(B) 50 percent of those amounts, but not more than
$220,000,000 cumulatively, shall be transferred to the
general fund of the Treasury to reimburse the amount
borrowed under subsection (d)(1).
(3) Distribution.--If the maximum amount permitted under any
subparagraph of paragraph (2) is reached, whether through
covered auction proceeds or appropriations to the program
specified in that subparagraph, any remaining proceeds from the
amount of proceeds of covered auctions described in that
paragraph shall be deposited pro rata based on the original
distribution to all subparagraphs of paragraph (2) for which the
maximum amount permitted has not been met.
(4) Extra amounts.--
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(A) In general.--After the amounts required to be
made available by paragraphs (2) and (3) are so made
available, any remaining amounts up to $280,000,000
shall be made available to the Secretary of Commerce to
carry out section 28 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology
Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3722a).
(B) Limitation.--The Secretary of Commerce may not
use any funds made available under subparagraph (A) in a
manner that may result in outlays on or after December
31, 2033.
(C) Deficit reduction.--After the amounts required
to be made available by subparagraph (A) are so made
available, any remaining amounts shall be deposited in
the general fund of the Treasury, where such amounts
shall be dedicated for the sole purpose of deficit
reduction.
(c) FCC Borrowing Authority.--
(1) In general.--Subject to the limitation under paragraph
(2), not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this
Act, the Commission may borrow from the Treasury of the United
States an amount not to exceed $3,080,000,000 to carry out the
Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 (47
U.S.C. 1601 et seq.).
(2) Limitation.--The Commission may not use any funds
borrowed under this subsection in a manner that may result in
outlays on or after December 31, 2033.
(d) Department of Commerce Borrowing Authority.--
(1) In general.--Subject to the limitation under paragraph
(2), not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this
Act, the Secretary of Commerce may borrow from the Treasury of
the United States an amount not to exceed $220,000,000 to carry
out section 28 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act
of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3722a).
(2) Limitation.--The Secretary of Commerce may not use any
funds borrowed under this subsection in a manner that may result
in outlays on or after December 31, 2033.
(e) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Reporting Requirement.--Not later than 2
years after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter
until funds are fully expended, the head of an agency that receives
funds under subsection (b)(4)(A), (c)(1), or (d)(1) shall submit to the
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the
Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives a
report on the uses of the amounts received by that agency head under the
applicable subsection.
SEC. 5405. INCREASE IN LIMITATION ON EXPENDITURE UNDER SECURE AND
TRUSTED COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS
REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM.
Section 4(k) of the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act
of 2019 (47 U.S.C. 1603(k)) is amended by striking ``$1,900,000,000''
and inserting ``$4,980,000,000''.
TITLE LV--TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE MATTERS
Sec. 5501. GAO study and report on intentional disruption of the
national airspace system.
Sec. 5502. Frank A. Lobiondo National Aerospace Safety and Security
Campus.
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SEC. 5501. GAO STUDY AND REPORT ON INTENTIONAL DISRUPTION OF THE
NATIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM.
(a) Study.--The Comptroller General of the United States shall
conduct a study on the vulnerability of the national airspace system to
potential disruptive operations by any person, party, or entity (in this
section referred to as ``adversaries'') exploiting the electromagnetic
spectrum and security vulnerabilities in the Aircraft Communications,
Reporting and Addressing System and Controller Pilot Data Link
Communications. <<NOTE: Analysis.>> Such study shall include an analysis
of--
(1) the extent to which adversaries can engage in denial of
service attacks and electromagnetic spectrum interference
against--
(A) the national airspace system; and
(B) high-traffic international routes of economic
and strategic importance to the United States;
(2) the Federal Government's efforts, to date, to prevent
and prepare for such denial of service attacks and spectrum
disruptions;
(3) the feasibility of mitigating the vulnerabilities
through cybersecurity and other upgrades to the Aircraft
Communications, Reporting and Addressing System and Controller
Pilot Data Link Communications;
(4) whether the Federal Aviation Administration is requiring
sufficient cybersecurity and electromagnetic spectrum defenses
to address denial of service attacks and other risks in new
technologies it mandates be used on aircraft; and
(5) any other item determined appropriate by the Comptroller
General.
(b) Report.--
(1) To congress.--
(A) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> In general.--Not
later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this
Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the
Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation, and the Select Committee on
Intelligence of the Senate and the Committee on Armed
Services, the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure, and the Permanent Select Committee on
Intelligence of the House of Representatives a report
containing the results of the study conducted under
subsection (a) together with recommendations for such
legislation and administrative action as the Comptroller
General determines appropriate.
(B) Unclassified form.--In preparing the report
under subparagraph (A), the Comptroller General shall
ensure that any classified information is only in an
addendum to the report and not in the main body of the
report.
(2) <<NOTE: Web posting.>> Public availability.--The
Comptroller General shall post the report submitted under
paragraph (1) on the public internet website of the Government
Accountability Office at the time of such submission but shall
not include any classified addendum included with such report.
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SEC. 5502. <<NOTE: New Jersey.>> FRANK A. LOBIONDO NATIONAL
AEROSPACE SAFETY AND SECURITY CAMPUS.
(a) In General.--The campus and grounds of the Federal Aviation
Administration Technical Center located at the Atlantic City
International Airport in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, shall be known
and designated as the ``Frank A. LoBiondo National Aerospace Safety and
Security Campus''.
(b) Reference.--Any reference in a law, map, regulation, document,
paper, or other record of the United States to the campus and grounds at
the Federal Aviation Administration Technical Center referred to in
subsection (a) shall be deemed to be a reference to the ``Frank A.
LoBiondo National Aerospace Safety and Security Campus''.
TITLE LVI--HOMELAND SECURITY-RELATED MATTERS
Subtitle A--Securing Adjacent Federal Property
Sec. 5601. Short title.
Sec. 5602. Definitions.
Sec. 5603. Government-wide study.
Subtitle B--Other Matters
Sec. 5611. Department of Homeland Security Northern Border Mission
Center.
Sec. 5612. Comptroller General report on the Homeland Security
Information Network.
Subtitle A-- <<NOTE: Secure Adjacent Federal Property Act of
2023.>> Securing Adjacent Federal Property
SEC. 5601. SHORT TITLE.
This subtitle may be cited as the ``Secure Adjacent Federal Property
Act of 2023''.
SEC. 5602. DEFINITIONS.
In this subtitle:
(1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the
Administrator of General Services.
(2) Beneficial owner.--
(A) In general.--The term ``beneficial owner'', with
respect to a covered entity, means each natural person
who, directly or indirectly, through any contract,
arrangement, understanding, relationship, or otherwise--
(i) exercises substantial control over the
covered entity; or
(ii) owns or controls not less than 25 percent
of the ownership interests of, or receives
substantial economic benefits from the assets of,
the covered entity.
(B) Exclusions.--The term ``beneficial owner'', with
respect to a covered entity, does not include--
(i) a minor;
(ii) a person acting as a nominee,
intermediary, custodian, or agent on behalf of
another person;
(iii) a person acting solely as an employee of
the covered entity and whose control over or
economic
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benefits from the covered entity derives solely
from the employment status of the person;
(iv) a person whose only interest in the
covered entity is through a right of inheritance,
unless the person also meets the requirements of
subparagraph (A); or
(v) a creditor of the covered entity, unless
the creditor also meets the requirements of
subparagraph (A).
(C) Anti-abuse rule.--The exclusions under
subparagraph (B) shall not apply if, in the
determination of the Administrator, an exclusion is used
for the purpose of evading, circumventing, or abusing
the requirements of this subtitle.
(3) Control.--The term ``control'', with respect to a
covered entity, means--
(A) having the authority or ability to determine how
the covered entity is utilized; or
(B) having some decisionmaking power for the use of
the covered entity.
(4) Covered entity.--The term ``covered entity'' means--
(A) a person, corporation, company, business
association, partnership, society, trust, or any other
nongovernmental entity, organization, or group; or
(B) any governmental entity or instrumentality of a
government.
(5) Executive agency.--The term ``Executive agency'' has the
meaning given the term in section 105 of title 5, United States
Code.
(6) Federal agency.--The term ``Federal agency'' means--
(A) an Executive agency; and
(B) any establishment in the legislative or judicial
branch of the Federal Government.
(7) Federal lessee.--
(A) In general.--The term ``Federal lessee'' means--
(i) the Administrator;
(ii) the Architect of the Capitol; and
(iii) the head of any other Federal agency
that has independent statutory leasing authority.
(B) Exclusions.--The term ``Federal lessee'' does
not include--
(i) the head of an element of the intelligence
community; or
(ii) the Secretary of Defense.
(8) Federal tenant.--
(A) In general.--The term ``Federal tenant'' means a
Federal agency that is occupying or will occupy a high-
security leased space for which a lease agreement has
been secured on behalf of the Federal agency.
(B) Exclusion.--The term ``Federal tenant'' does not
include an element of the intelligence community.
(9) Foreign entity.--The term ``foreign entity'' means--
(A) a corporation, company, business association,
partnership, society, trust, or any other
nongovernmental entity, organization, or group that is
headquartered in or organized under the laws of--
(i) a country that is not the United States;
or
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(ii) a State, unit of local government, or
Indian Tribe that is not located within or a
territory of the United States; or
(B) a government or governmental instrumentality
that is not--
(i) the United States Government; or
(ii) a State, unit of local government, or
Indian Tribe that is located within or a territory
of the United States.
(10) Foreign person.--The term ``foreign person'' means an
individual who is not a United States person.
(11) High-security leased adjacent space.--The term ``high-
security leased adjacent space'' means a building or office
space that shares a boundary with or surrounds a high-security
leased space.
(12) High-security leased space.--The term ``high-security
leased space'' means a space leased by a Federal lessee that--
(A) will be occupied by Federal employees for
nonmilitary activities; and
(B) has a facility security level of III, IV, or V,
as determined by the Federal tenant in consultation with
the Interagency Security Committee, the Secretary of
Homeland Security, and the Administrator.
(13) Highest-level owner.--The term ``highest-level owner''
means an entity that owns or controls--
(A) an immediate owner of the offeror of a lease for
a high-security leased adjacent space; or
(B) 1 or more entities that control an immediate
owner of the offeror of a lease described in
subparagraph (A).
(14) Immediate owner.--The term ``immediate owner'' means an
entity, other than the offeror of a lease for a high-security
leased adjacent space, that has direct control of that offeror,
including--
(A) ownership or interlocking management;
(B) identity of interests among family members;
(C) shared facilities and equipment; and
(D) the common use of employees.
(15) Intelligence community.--The term ``intelligence
community'' has the meaning given the term in section 3 of the
National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003).
(16) Substantial economic benefits.--The term ``substantial
economic benefits'', with respect to a natural person described
in paragraph (2)(A)(ii), means having an entitlement to the
funds or assets of a covered entity that, as a practical matter,
enables the person, directly or indirectly, to control, manage,
or direct the covered entity.
(17) United states person.--The term ``United States
person'' means an individual who--
(A) is a citizen of the United States; or
(B) is an alien lawfully admitted for permanent
residence in the United States.
SEC. 5603. <<NOTE: Security assessment. Processes.>> GOVERNMENT-
WIDE STUDY.
(a) <<NOTE: Determination. Examination.>> Coordination Study.--The
Administrator, in coordination with the Director of the Federal
Protective Service, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the Director of
the Office of Management
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and Budget, and any other relevant entities, as determined by the
Administrator, shall carry out a Government-wide study examining options
to assist agencies (as defined in section 551 of title 5, United States
Code) to produce a security assessment process for high-security leased
adjacent space before entering into a lease or novation agreement with a
covered entity for the purposes of accommodating a Federal tenant
located in a high-security leased space.
(b) Contents.--The study required under subsection (a)--
(1) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> shall evaluate how to produce a
security assessment process that includes a process for
assessing the threat level of each occupancy of a high-security
leased adjacent space, including through--
(A) site-visits;
(B) interviews; and
(C) any other relevant activities determined
necessary by the Director of the Federal Protective
Service; and
(2) may include a process for collecting and using
information on each immediate owner, highest-level owner, or
beneficial owner of a covered entity that seeks to enter into a
lease with a Federal lessee for a high-security leased adjacent
space, including--
(A) name;
(B) current residential or business street address;
and
(C) an identifying number or document that verifies
identity as a United States person, a foreign person, or
a foreign entity.
(c) Working Group.--
(1) <<NOTE: Determination. Deadline. Establishment.>> In
general.--Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of
this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Director
of Federal Protective Service, the Secretary of Homeland
Security, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget,
and any other relevant entities, as determined by the
Administrator, shall establish a working group to assist in the
carrying out of the study required under subsection (a).
(2) No compensation.--A member of the working group
established under paragraph (1) shall receive no compensation as
a result of serving on the working group.
(3) Sunset.--The working group established under paragraph
(1) shall terminate on the date on which the report required
under subsection (f) is submitted.
(d) Protection of Information.--The Administrator shall ensure that
any information collected pursuant to the study required under
subsection (a) shall not be made available to the public.
(e) Limitation.--Nothing in this section requires an entity located
in the United States to provide information requested pursuant to the
study required under subsection (a).
(f) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Report.--Not later than 2 years after
the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination
with the Director of Federal Protective Service, the Secretary of
Homeland Security, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget,
and any other relevant entities, as determined by the Administrator,
shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report describing--
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(1) the results of the study required under subsection (a);
and
(2) how all applicable privacy laws and rights relating to
the First and Fourth Amendments to the Constitution of the
United States would be upheld and followed in--
(A) the security assessment process described in
paragraph (1) of subsection (b); and
(B) the information collection process described in
paragraph (2) of that subsection.
(g) Limitation.--Nothing in this section authorizes a Federal entity
to mandate information gathering unless specifically authorized by law.
(h) Prohibition.--No information collected pursuant the security
assessment process described in subsection (b)(1) may be used for law
enforcement purposes.
(i) No Additional Funding.--No additional funds are authorized to be
appropriated to carry out this section.
Subtitle B--Other Matters
SEC. 5611. <<NOTE: 6 USC note prec. 201.>> DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY NORTHERN BORDER MISSION CENTER.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Establishment.--Not later than 1 year after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish the
Department of Homeland Security Northern Border Mission Center.
(b) Purpose.--The purpose of the Center shall be to serve as the
Department's forward deployed centralized operations support center for
domain awareness, information sharing, intelligence, training, and
stakeholder engagement with Federal, State, tribal, local, and
international government partners along the northern border of the
United States.
(c) Location.--The Center shall be placed along the northern border
at a location that is collocated with an existing U.S. Border Patrol
sector headquarters, an Air and Marine Operations branch, and a United
States Coast Guard air station, and other existing Department
activities.
(d) Components.--
(1) In general.--The Center shall collocate personnel and
activities of--
(A) U.S. Customs and Border Protection;
(B) the United States Coast Guard;
(C) U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's
Homeland Security Investigations; and
(D) other components and offices of the Department
that the Secretary determines to be necessary, including
to support the training, technology testing, and
development described in subsection (e).
(2) Additional personnel.--Additional Federal, State,
tribal, local, and international government partners may be
collocated as the Secretary determines to be necessary and
appropriate to support the operations described in this section.
(e) Functions.--
(1) In general.--The Center shall perform the functions
described in this subsection in addition to any other functions
assigned by the Secretary. In carrying out these functions,
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the Center shall support the Department's northern border
security operations.
(2) Northern border strategy.--The Center, in collaboration
with relevant offices and components of the Department, shall--
(A) serve as a coordination mechanism for
operational components for the implementation of the
Department of Homeland Security Northern Border Strategy
and any successor strategy and support appropriate
offices of the Department in the evaluation and updating
of the Department of Homeland Security Northern Border
Strategy and any successor strategy; and
(B) support the development of best practices and
policies for personnel at the northern border to support
such implementation.
(3) Training.--The Center shall serve as a training location
to support the delivery of training or exercises for Department
personnel and Federal, State, tribal, local, and international
government partners.
(4) Resource and technological needs and challenges.--The
Center, in collaboration with relevant offices and components of
the Department, shall--
(A) identify resource and technological needs or
challenges affecting security along the northern border;
and
(B) serve as a testing ground and demonstration
location for the testing of border security technology,
including determining such technology's suitability and
performance in the northern border and maritime
environments.
(5) Air and marine operations.--
(A) Quick reaction capabilities.--In support of the
Center, U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Air and
Marine Operations shall establish and maintain
capability that is collocated with the Center and
available for quick deployment in support of the
northern border missions, U.S. Customs and Border
Protection, and the Department, including missions in
the Great Lakes region.
(B) Northern border domain awareness.--In order to
coordinate with the Center and support its operations,
the Air and Marine Operations Center shall collocate
personnel and resources with the Center to enhance the
Department's capabilities to--
(i) support air and maritime domain awareness
and information sharing efforts along the northern
border;
(ii) provide dedicated monitoring of northern
border systems; and
(iii) lead, in coordination with other U.S.
Customs and Border Protection components, Federal,
State, tribal, local, and international
governments, and private sector partners, the
Center's efforts to track and monitor legitimate
cross-border traffic involving unmanned aircraft
and unmanned aircraft systems.
(6) Counter-unmanned aircraft systems.--
(A) In general.--Pursuant to policies established by
the Secretary, consistent with section 210G of the
Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 124n), the
Center
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shall support counter-unmanned aircraft systems
operations along the northern border to respond to the
increased use of unmanned aircraft systems.
(B) Rule of construction.--Nothing in this section
may be construed to provide additional authority related
to detection, mitigation, research, development, or
testing of unmanned aircraft systems or counter-unmanned
aircraft systems.
(7) Privacy and civil rights.--The Center, in collaboration
with the Chief Privacy Officer and the Office for Civil Rights
and Civil Liberties of the Department, shall ensure that
operations and practices of the Center comply with the privacy
and civil rights policies of the Department and its components,
and as necessary, ensure there are resources or personnel
available to support the Center's mission onsite.
(8) Noncontiguous northern border.--The Center, in
collaboration with relevant offices and components of the
Department, shall identify the specific challenges that exist
along the noncontiguous international land border with Canada
and the maritime border with Russia, including resource,
technological challenges, and domain awareness.
(f) Annual Reporting.--Not later than 180 days after the
establishment of the Center, and annually thereafter, the Secretary
shall submit a report, that may include a classified annex or a
sensitive but unclassified annex, to the Committee on Homeland Security
and Governmental Affairs of the Senate, the Committee on Foreign
Relations of the Senate, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation of the Senate, the Committee on Homeland Security of the
House of Representatives, the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House
of Representatives, and the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure of the House of Representatives that describes the
activities of the Center during the most recently concluded fiscal year,
including--
(1) personnel levels;
(2) additional resources that are needed to support the
operations of the Center and northern border operations of the
Department; and
(3) any additional assets or authorities that are needed to
increase security and domain awareness along the northern
border.
(g) <<NOTE: Time period. Reports.>> Temporary Duty Assignments.--The
Secretary shall submit a quarterly report to the Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on
Homeland Security of the House of Representatives regarding temporary
duty assignments of U.S. Border Patrol agents during the reporting
period, including--
(1) the number of agents on temporary duty assignment;
(2) the duration of the temporary duty assignment;
(3) the sectors from which the agents were assigned; and
(4) the sectors to which the agents were assigned.
(h) Report on Large Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations.--
Not <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> later than 1 year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Security shall submit a
report to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of
the Senate, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of
the Senate, the Committee on Homeland Security
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of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure of the House of Representatives on the Department's
operation of large unmanned aircraft systems. The report shall include
information on existing large unmanned aircraft systems, as well as
recommendations on how to enable the operations of large unmanned
aircraft systems based at the Center established pursuant to subsection
(a) of this section.
(i) Rules of Construction.--
(1) Authority to establish center.--The Center established
pursuant to subsection (a) shall be established separate and
distinct from the Secretary's authorities under section 708 of
the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 348).
(2) Commandant authority.--Nothing in this section shall be
construed to affect, impinge, or alter any authority of the
Commandant of the Coast Guard under title 14 or title 46, United
States Code, or limit the Commandant's discretion and ability to
deploy Coast Guard assets and personnel.
(j) Sunset.--This section shall cease to be effective beginning on
October 1, 2027.
(k) No Additional Funds.--No additional funds are authorized to be
appropriated for the purpose of carrying out this section.
(l) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Center.--The term ``Center'' means the Department of
Homeland Security Northern Border Mission Center established
pursuant to subsection (a).
(2) Department.--The term ``Department'' means the
Department of Homeland Security.
(3) Northern border.--The term ``northern border'' means--
(A) the international border between the United
States and Canada; and
(B) the maritime border between Alaska and the
Russian Federation.
(4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary
of Homeland Security.
SEC. 5612. COMPTROLLER GENERAL REPORT ON THE HOMELAND SECURITY
INFORMATION NETWORK.
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and the Select
Committee on Intelligence of the Senate and the Committee on Homeland
Security and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House
of Representatives a report that includes the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Examination.>> An examination of how the
Homeland Security Information Network is used to share
information with the following:
(A) Federal, State, local, Tribal, and territorial
law enforcement and governmental partners.
(B) Private sector partners and nonprofit partners
from across a variety of sectors, communities, and
geographic locations.
(2) A comparison of the use, by such law enforcement
partners, on both desktops and mobile applications of the
Homeland Security Information Network to the use of other tools,
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including JusticeConnect of the Federal Bureau of Investigation,
which facilitate real-time exchanges of intelligence among such
law enforcement partners.
(3) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of the cost,
effectiveness, and efficacy of the Homeland Security Information
Network.
(4) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of the current
policies of the Homeland Security Information Network, and the
efficacy of such policies in protecting the civil rights, civil
liberties, and privacy of individuals.
(5) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> An analysis of any other information
the Comptroller General determines appropriate.
TITLE LVII--MISCELLANEOUS
Sec. 5701. Treatment of payments from the railroad unemployment
insurance account.
Sec. 5702. Extension of learning period for certain safety regulations
relating to space flight participants.
Sec. 5703. Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal.
Sec. 5704. Extension of competitive service status authority for
employees of a Lead Inspector General for Overseas
Contingency Operation.
Sec. 5705. Readmission requirements for servicemembers.
SEC. 5701. TREATMENT OF PAYMENTS FROM THE RAILROAD UNEMPLOYMENT
INSURANCE ACCOUNT.
(a) Amendments.--Section 235 of the Continued Assistance to Rail
Workers Act of 2020 (subchapter III of title II of division N of Public
Law 116-260; 2 U.S.C. 906 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)--
(A) by striking paragraphs (1) and (2); and
(B) <<NOTE: Effective date.>> by striking
``subsection (a)--'' and inserting ``subsection (a)
shall take effect 7 days after the date of enactment of
the Continued Assistance to Rail Workers Act of 2020.'';
and
(2) <<NOTE: 2 USC 906 note.>> by striking subsection (c).
(b) <<NOTE: 2 USC 906 note.>> Applicability.--The amendments made by
subsection (a) shall apply as if enacted on the day before the date on
which the national emergency concerning the novel coronavirus disease
(COVID-19) outbreak declared by the President on March 13, 2020, under
the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.) terminates.
(c) Offset From Technology Modernization Fund.--Of the unobligated
balances of the amount made available under section 4011 of the American
Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (135 Stat. 80), $13,000,000 are rescinded.
SEC. 5702. EXTENSION OF LEARNING PERIOD FOR CERTAIN SAFETY
REGULATIONS RELATING TO SPACE FLIGHT
PARTICIPANTS.
Title 51, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in section 50905(c)(9), by striking ``January 1, 2025''
and inserting ``January 1, 2028'';
(2) in section 50914--
(A) in subsection (a)(5), by striking ``September
30, 2025'' and inserting ``September 30, 2028''; and
(B) in subsection (b)(1)(C), by striking ``September
30, 2025'' and inserting ``September 30, 2028''; and
(3) in section 50915--
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(A) in subsection (a)(3)(B), by striking ``September
30, 2025'' and inserting ``September 30, 2028''; and
(B) in subsection (f), in the first sentence, by
striking ``September 30, 2025'' and inserting
``September 30, 2028''.
SEC. 5703. <<NOTE: 31 USC 5111 note.>> HELLO GIRLS CONGRESSIONAL
GOLD MEDAL.
(a) Findings.--Congress finds the following:
(1) On April 6, 1917, the United States declared war against
Germany. As a historically neutral nation, the United States was
unprepared to fight a technologically modern conflict overseas.
The United States called upon American Telephone and Telegraph
(referred to in this section as ``AT&T'') to provide equipment
and trained personnel for the Army Signal Corps in France. AT&T
executives in Army uniform served at home under the provisions
of the Act entitled ``An Act for making further and more
effectual provision for the national defense, and for other
purposes.'', approved June 3, 1916 (referred to in this section
as the ``National Defense Act of 1916''), which allowed for the
induction of individuals with specialized skills into a reserve
force.
(2) When General John Pershing sailed for Europe in May of
1917, as head of the American Expeditionary Forces (referred to
in this section as the ``AEF''), he took telephone operating
equipment with him in recognition of the inadequacy of European
circuitry and with the understanding that telephones would play
a key role in battlefield communications for the first time in
the history of war.
(3) From May to November of 1917, the AEF struggled to
develop the telephone service necessary for the Army to function
under battlefield conditions. Monolingual infantrymen from the
United States were unable to connect calls rapidly or
communicate effectively with their French counterparts to put
calls through over toll lines that linked one region of the
country with another. The Army found that the average male
operator required 60 seconds to make a connection. That rate was
unacceptably slow, especially for operational calls between
command outposts and the front lines.
(4) During this time, in the United States, telephone
operating was largely sex-segregated. Hired for their speed in
connecting calls, women filled 85 percent of the telephone
operating positions in the United States. It took the average
female operator 10 seconds to make a connection.
(5) On November 8, 1917, General Pershing cabled the War
Department and wrote, ``On account of the great difficulty of
obtaining properly qualified men, request organization and
dispatch to France a force of women telephone operators all
speaking French and English equally well.''. To begin, General
Pershing requested 100 women under the command of a commissioned
captain, writing that ``All should have allowances of Army
nurses and should be uniformed.''.
(6) The War Department sent press releases to newspapers
across the United States to recruit women willing to serve for
the duration of the war and face the hazards of submarine
warfare and aerial bombardment. These articles emphasized that
patriotic women would be ``full-fledged soldier[s] under the
articles of war'' and would ``do as much to help win the
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war as the men in khaki who go `over the top.' ''. All women
selected would take the Army oath.
(7) More than 7,600 women volunteered for the 100 positions
described in paragraph (5) and the first recruits took the Army
oath on January 15, 1918.
(8) Like nurses and doctors at the time, female Signal Corps
members had relative rather than traditional ranks and were
ranked as Operator, Supervisor, or Chief Operator. When
promoted, the women were required to swear the Army oath again.
(9) Telephone operators were the first women to serve as
soldiers in non-medical classifications and the job of the
operators was to help win the war, not to mitigate the harms of
the war. In popular parlance, they were known as the ``Hello
Girls''.
(10) Signal Corps Operators wore Army uniforms and Army
insignia always, as well as standard-issue identity disks in
case of death, and were subject to court martial for infractions
of the military code.
(11) Unbeknownst to the women operators and their immediate
officers, the legal counsel of the Army ruled internally on
March 20, 1918, that the women were not actually soldiers but
contract employees, even though the women had not seen or signed
any contracts. Military code allowed only for the induction of
men and the code remained unchanged despite the orders of
General Pershing. Nevertheless, legal counsel also recognized
that the National Defense Act of 1916, which allowed for the
induction of members of the telephone industry of the United
States into the Armed Forces, imposed no gender restrictions.
(12) Four days later, on March 24, 1918, the first
contingent of operators began their official duties in France.
The operators arrived before most infantrymen of the Armed
Forces in order to facilitate logistics and deployment and spent
their first night in Paris under German bombardment.
(13) After the arrival of the operators, telephone service
in France improved immediately, as calls tripled from 13,000 to
36,000 per day.
(14) The Army quickly recruited, trained, and deployed 5
additional contingents of female Signal Corps operators. With
these personnel, calls increased to 150,000 per day.
(15) In addition to standard telephone operating, bilingual
Signal Corps members provided simultaneous translation between
officers from France and officers from the United States, who
were communicating by telephone.
(16) The AEF fought their first major battles in the last 2
months of the war. By that point, the Signal Corps considered
the contributions of women to be so essential that, in telephone
exchanges closest to the front line, the Army exclusively used
women, in rotating 12-hour shifts. In the rear, the Army
established rotating 8-hour shifts and gave male soldiers the
overnight shift when telephone traffic was slower.
(17) Seven bilingual operators--
(A) served at the Battles of St. Mihiel and Meuse-
Argonne under the immediate command of General Pershing;
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(B) staffed the Operations Boards through which
orders to advance, fire, and retreat were delivered to
soldiers in the trenches, to artillery units on alert,
and to pilots awaiting orders at French airfields; and
(C) were awarded a ``Defensive Sector Clasp'' for
the Meuse-Argonne operation.
(18) The Chief Operator supervising the Hello Girls, Grace
Banker of Passaic, New Jersey, was awarded the Distinguished
Service Medal. Out of 16,000 eligible Signal Corps officers,
Banker was one of only 18 individuals so honored.
(19) Thirty additional operators received special
commendations, many signed by General Pershing himself, for
``exceptionally meritorious and conspicuous services'' in
``Advance Sections'' of the conflict.
(20) The war ended on November 11, 1918. As of that date,
223 female operators served in France and had connected
26,000,000 calls for the AEF.
(21) The Chief Signal Officer of the Army Signal Corps wrote
in his official report 2 days after the date on which the war
ended that ``a large part of the success of the communications
of this Army is due to . . . a competent staff of women
operators.''.
(22) After the war ended, some women were ordered to Coblenz
in Germany for the occupation of that country and to Paris for
the Paris Peace Treaty of 1919 to continue telephone operations,
sometimes in direct support of President Woodrow Wilson.
(23) Two operators, Corah Bartlett and Inez Crittenden, died
in France in the service of the United States and were buried
there in military cemeteries with military ceremonies. Those
operators died of the same influenza pandemic that killed more
soldiers of the Armed Forces than combat operations.
(24) Women of the Army Signal Corps were ineligible for
discharge until formal release. Because of their role in
logistics, those women were among the last soldiers to come home
to the United States. The last Signal Corps operators returned
from France in January of 1920.
(25) Upon arrival in the United States, the Army informed
female veterans that they had performed as civilians, not
soldiers, even though operators had served in Army uniform in a
theater of war surrounded by men who were similarly engaged.
(26) Despite the objections of General George Squier, the
top-ranking officer in the Signal Corps, the Army denied Signal
Corps women the veterans' benefits granted to male soldiers and
female nurses, such as--
(A) hospitalization for disabilities incurred in the
line of duty;
(B) cash bonuses;
(C) soldiers' pensions;
(D) flags on their coffins; and
(E) the Victory Medals promised them in France.
(27) For the next 60 years, female veterans, led by Merle
Egan from Montana, petitioned Congress more than 50 times for
their recognition. In 1977, under the sponsorship of Senator
Barry Goldwater, Congress passed legislation to retroactively
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acknowledge the military service of the Women's Airforce Service
Pilots (referred to in this section as ``WASPs'') of World War
II and ``the service of any person in any other similarly
situated group the members of which rendered service to the
Armed Forces of the United States in a capacity considered
civilian employment or contractual service at the time such
service was rendered''.
(28) On November 23, 1977, President Jimmy Carter signed the
legislation described in paragraph (27) into law as the GI Bill
Improvement Act of 1977 (Public Law 95-202; 91 Stat. 1433).
(29) The Signal Corps telephone operators applied for, and
were granted, status as veterans in 1979.
(30) Only 33 of the operators who had returned home after
the war were still alive to receive their Victory Medals and
official discharge papers, which were finally awarded in 1979.
(31) One of the women, Olive Shaw from Massachusetts,
returned to the United States after the war, where she worked on
the professional staff of Congresswoman Edith Nourse Rogers.
Shaw lived to receive her honorable discharge and was the first
burial when the Massachusetts National Cemetery opened on
October 11, 1980. Shaw's uniform is on display at the National
World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri.
(32) Upon receipt of her honorable discharge at a ceremony
in her home in Marine City, Michigan, ``Hello Girl'' Oleda Joure
Christides raised the paper to her lips and kissed it. The only
thing Christides ever wanted from the Federal Government was a
flag on her coffin.
(33) On July 1, 2009, President Barack Obama signed into law
Public Law 111-40 (123 Stat. 1958), which awarded the WASPs the
Congressional Gold Medal for their service to the United States.
(34) For their role as pioneers who paved the way for all
women in uniform, and for service that was essential to victory
in World War I, the ``Hello Girls'' merit similar recognition.
(b) Congressional Gold Medal.--
(1) Award authorized.--The Speaker of the House of
Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate
shall make appropriate arrangements for the award, on behalf of
Congress, of a single gold medal of appropriate design in honor
of the female telephone operators of the Army Signal Corps
(commonly known as the ``Hello Girls''), in recognition of those
operators'--
(A) pioneering military service;
(B) devotion to duty; and
(C) 60-year struggle for--
(i) recognition as soldiers; and
(ii) veterans' benefits.
(2) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Design and striking.--For the
purposes of the award described in paragraph (1), the Secretary
of the Treasury (referred to in this Act as the ``Secretary'')
shall strike the gold medal with suitable emblems, devices, and
inscriptions, to be determined by the Secretary.
(3) Smithsonian institution.--
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(A) In general.--After the award of the gold medal
under paragraph (1), the medal shall be given to the
Smithsonian Institution, where the medal shall be
available for display, as appropriate, and made
available for research.
(B) Sense of congress.--It is the sense of Congress
that the Smithsonian Institution should make the gold
medal received under subparagraph (A) available
elsewhere, particularly at--
(i) appropriate locations associated with--
(I) the Army Signal Corps;
(II) the Women in Military Service
for America Memorial;
(III) the U.S. Army Women's Museum;
and
(IV) the National World War I Museum
and Memorial; and
(ii) any other location determined appropriate
by the Smithsonian Institution.
(c) Duplicate Medals.--Under such regulations as the Secretary may
prescribe, the Secretary may strike and sell duplicates in bronze of the
gold medal struck under subsection (b) at a price sufficient to cover
the costs of the medals, including labor, materials, dies, use of
machinery, and overhead expenses.
(d) National Medals.--
(1) National medals.--Medals struck under this section are
national medals for purposes of chapter 51 of title 31, United
States Code.
(2) Numismatic items.--For purposes of section 5134 of title
31, United States Code, all medals struck under this Act shall
be considered to be numismatic items.
(e) Authority to Use Fund Amounts; Proceeds of Sale.--
(1) Authority to use fund amounts.--There is authorized to
be charged against the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund
such amounts as may be necessary to pay for the costs of the
medals struck under this Act.
(2) Proceeds of sale.--Amounts received from the sale of
duplicate bronze medals authorized under subsection (c) shall be
deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund.
SEC. 5704. EXTENSION OF COMPETITIVE SERVICE STATUS AUTHORITY FOR
EMPLOYEES OF A LEAD INSPECTOR GENERAL
FOR OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATION.
Subparagraph (B) of section 419(d)(5) of title 5, United States
Code, is amended by striking ``5 years'' and inserting ``10 years''.
SEC. 5705. READMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICEMEMBERS.
Subsection (a) of section 484C of the Higher Education Act of 1965
(20 U.S.C. 1091c(a)) is amended to read as follows:
``(a) Definition of Service in the Uniformed Services.--In this
section, the term `service in the uniformed services' means service
(whether voluntary or involuntary) on active duty in the Armed Forces,
including such service by a member of the National Guard or Reserve.''.
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DIVISION F-- <<NOTE: Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2025.>> INTELLIGENCE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025
SEC. 6001. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS.
(a) Short Title.--This division may be cited as the ``Intelligence
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025''.
(b) Table of Contents.--The table of contents for this division is
as follows:
Sec. 6001. Short title; table of contents.
Sec. 6002. Definitions.
Sec. 6003. Explanatory statement.
TITLE LXI--INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES
Sec. 6101. Authorization of appropriations.
Sec. 6102. Classified Schedule of Authorizations.
Sec. 6103. Intelligence Community Management Account.
Sec. 6104. Increase in employee compensation and benefits authorized by
law.
Sec. 6105. Restriction on conduct of intelligence activities.
TITLE LXII--CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY RETIREMENT AND DISABILITY SYSTEM
Sec. 6201. Authorization of appropriations.
TITLE LXIII--INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY MATTERS
Subtitle A--Intelligence Community Generally
Sec. 6301. Improvements relating to conflicts of interest in the
Intelligence Innovation Board.
Sec. 6302. National Threat Identification and Prioritization Assessment
and National Counterintelligence Strategy.
Sec. 6303. Prohibition on availability of funds for certain activities
of the Overt Human Intelligence and Open Source Intelligence
Collection Programs of the Office of Intelligence and
Analysis of the Department of Homeland Security.
Sec. 6304. Improvements to advisory board of National Reconnaissance
Office.
Sec. 6305. National Intelligence University acceptance of grants.
Sec. 6306. Expenditure of funds for certain intelligence and
counterintelligence activities of the Coast Guard.
Sec. 6307. Codification of the National Intelligence Management Council.
Sec. 6308. Responsibilities and authorities of the Director of National
Intelligence.
Sec. 6309. Formalized counterintelligence training for Department of
Energy personnel.
Subtitle B--Matters Relating to Central Intelligence Agency
Sec. 6311. Requirements for the Special Victim Investigator.
Subtitle C--Reports and Other Matters
Sec. 6321. Extension of requirement for annual report on strikes
undertaken by the United States against terrorist targets
outside areas of active hostilities.
Sec. 6322. Budget transparency for open-source intelligence activities.
Sec. 6323. Report on the mission effect of civilian harm.
TITLE LXIV--COUNTERING FOREIGN THREATS
Subtitle A--People's Republic of China
Sec. 6401. Assessment of current status of biotechnology of People's
Republic of China.
Sec. 6402. Report on the economic outlook of China.
Sec. 6403. Intelligence sharing with law enforcement agencies on
synthetic opioid precursor chemicals originating in People's
Republic of China.
Sec. 6404. Report on efforts of the People's Republic of China to evade
United States transparency and national security regulations.
Sec. 6405. Assessment on recruitment of Mandarin speakers.
Subtitle B--The Russian Federation
Sec. 6411. Report on Russian Federation sponsorship of acts of
international terrorism.
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Sec. 6412. Assessment of likely course of war in Ukraine.
Sec. 6413. Ukraine lessons learned working group.
Subtitle C--International Terrorism
Sec. 6421. Assessment and report on the threat of ISIS-Khorasan to the
United States.
Subtitle D--Other Foreign Threats
Sec. 6431. Assessment of visa-free travel to and within Western
Hemisphere by nationals of countries of concern.
Sec. 6432. Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence review of
visitors and assignees.
Sec. 6433. Assessment of the lessons learned by the intelligence
community with respect to the Israel-Hamas war.
Sec. 6434. Central Intelligence Agency intelligence assessment on Tren
de Aragua.
Sec. 6435. Assessment of Maduro regime's economic and security
relationships with state sponsors of terrorism and foreign
terrorist organizations.
Sec. 6436. Continued congressional oversight of Iranian expenditures
supporting foreign military and terrorist activities.
Sec. 6437. Analyses and impact statements regarding proposed investment
into the United States.
TITLE LXV--EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
Sec. 6501. Intelligence strategy to counter foreign adversary efforts to
utilize biotechnologies in ways that threaten United States
national security.
Sec. 6502. Improvements to the roles, missions, and objectives of the
National Counterproliferation and Biosecurity Center.
Sec. 6503. Enhancing capabilities to detect foreign adversary threats
relating to biological data.
Sec. 6504. Establishment of Artificial Intelligence Security Center.
Sec. 6505. Sense of Congress encouraging intelligence community to
increase private sector capital partnerships and partnership
with Federal partners to secure enduring technological
advantages.
Sec. 6506. Enhancement of authority for intelligence community public-
private talent exchanges.
Sec. 6507. Sense of Congress on hostile foreign cyber actors.
Sec. 6508. Deeming ransomware threats to critical infrastructure as
national intelligence priority.
Sec. 6509. Enhancing public-private sharing on manipulative adversary
practices in critical mineral projects.
TITLE LXVI--SECURITY CLEARANCES AND INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY WORKFORCE
IMPROVEMENTS
Subtitle A--Security Clearances and Controlled Access Program
Improvements
Sec. 6601. Security clearances held by certain former employees of
intelligence community.
Sec. 6602. Limitation on availability of funds for new controlled access
programs.
Sec. 6603. Limitation on transfers from controlled access programs.
Sec. 6604. Data with respect to timeliness of polygraph examinations.
Subtitle B--Workforce Improvements
Sec. 6611. Enabling intelligence community integration.
Sec. 6612. Appointment of spouses of certain Federal employees.
Sec. 6613. Plan for staffing the intelligence collection positions of
the Central Intelligence Agency.
Sec. 6614. Congressional notifications and summaries of misconduct
regarding employees within the intelligence community.
Sec. 6615. Modification to waiver for post-service employment
restrictions.
Sec. 6616. Intelligence community recruitment for certain security-
cleared separating military members.
Sec. 6617. Strategy to strengthen intelligence community recruitment
efforts in the United States territories.
Sec. 6618. Pilot program on establishing a geospatial workforce
development program.
TITLE LXVII--WHISTLEBLOWERS
Sec. 6701. Improvements to urgent concerns submitted to Inspectors
General of the Intelligence Community.
Sec. 6702. Protection for individuals making authorized disclosures to
inspectors general of elements of the intelligence community.
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Sec. 6703. Clarification of authority of certain Inspectors General to
receive protected disclosures.
TITLE LXVIII--UNIDENTIFIED ANOMALOUS PHENOMENA
Sec. 6801. Comptroller General of the United States review of All-domain
Anomaly Resolution Office.
Sec. 6802. Sunset of requirements relating to audits of unidentified
anomalous phenomena historical record report.
TITLE LXIX--OTHER MATTERS
Sec. 6901. Modification and repeal of reporting requirements.
Sec. 6902. Technical amendments.
SEC. 6002. <<NOTE: 50 USC 3003 note.>> DEFINITIONS.
In this division:
(1) Congressional intelligence committees.--The term
``congressional intelligence committees'' has the meaning given
such term in section 3 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50
U.S.C. 3003).
(2) Intelligence community.--The term ``intelligence
community'' has the meaning given such term in such section.
SEC. 6003. EXPLANATORY STATEMENT.
The explanatory statement regarding this division, printed in the
House section of the Congressional Record by the Chairman of the
Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of
Representatives and in the Senate section of the Congressional Record by
the Chairman of the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate,
shall have the same effect with respect to the implementation of this
division as if it were a joint explanatory statement of a committee of
conference.
TITLE LXI--INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES
SEC. 6101. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2025
for the conduct of the intelligence and intelligence-related activities
of the Federal Government.
SEC. 6102. <<NOTE: President.>> CLASSIFIED SCHEDULE OF
AUTHORIZATIONS.
(a) Specifications of Amounts.--The amounts authorized to be
appropriated under section 6101 for the conduct of the intelligence
activities of the Federal Government are those specified in the
classified Schedule of Authorizations prepared to accompany this
division.
(b) Availability of Classified Schedule of Authorizations.--
(1) Availability.--The classified Schedule of Authorizations
referred to in subsection (a) shall be made available to the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Committee on
Appropriations of the House of Representatives, and to the
President.
(2) Distribution by the president.--Subject to paragraph
(3), the President shall provide for suitable distribution of
the classified Schedule of Authorizations referred to in
subsection (a), or of appropriate portions of such Schedule,
within the executive branch of the Federal Government.
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(3) Limits on disclosure.--The President shall not publicly
disclose the classified Schedule of Authorizations or any
portion of such Schedule except--
(A) as provided in section 601(a) of the
Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act
of 2007 (50 U.S.C. 3306(a));
(B) to the extent necessary to implement the budget;
or
(C) as otherwise required by law.
SEC. 6103. INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT ACCOUNT.
(a) Authorization of Appropriations.--There is authorized to be
appropriated for the Intelligence Community Management Account of the
Director of National Intelligence for fiscal year 2025 the sum of
$666,173,000.
(b) Classified Authorization of Appropriations.--In addition to
amounts authorized to be appropriated for the Intelligence Community
Management Account by subsection (a), there are authorized to be
appropriated for the Intelligence Community Management Account for
fiscal year 2025 such additional amounts as are specified in the
classified Schedule of Authorizations referred to in section 6102(a).
SEC. 6104. INCREASE IN EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
AUTHORIZED BY LAW.
Appropriations authorized by this division for salary, pay,
retirement, and other benefits for Federal employees may be increased by
such additional or supplemental amounts as may be necessary for
increases in such compensation or benefits authorized by law.
SEC. 6105. RESTRICTION ON CONDUCT OF INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES.
The authorization of appropriations by this division shall not be
deemed to constitute authority for the conduct of any intelligence
activity which is not otherwise authorized by the Constitution or the
laws of the United States.
TITLE LXII--CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY RETIREMENT AND DISABILITY SYSTEM
SEC. 6201. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.
There is authorized to be appropriated for the Central Intelligence
Agency Retirement and Disability Fund $514,000,000 for fiscal year 2025.
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TITLE LXIII--INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY MATTERS
Subtitle A--Intelligence Community Generally
SEC. 6301. IMPROVEMENTS RELATING TO CONFLICTS OF INTEREST IN THE
INTELLIGENCE INNOVATION BOARD.
Section 7506(g) of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2024 (Public <<NOTE: 137 Stat. 1086.>> Law 118-31) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (2)--
(A) in subparagraph (A), by inserting ``active and''
before ``potential'';
(B) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``the Inspector
General of the Intelligence Community'' and inserting
``the designated agency ethics official'';
(C) by redesignating subparagraph (C) as
subparagraph (D); and
(D) by inserting after subparagraph (B) the
following:
``(C) <<NOTE: Waiver authority.>> Authority for the
designated agency ethics official to grant a waiver for
a conflict of interest, except that--
``(i) no waiver may be granted for an active
conflict of interest identified with respect to
the Chair of the Board;
``(ii) <<NOTE: Review. Approval.>> every
waiver for a potential conflict of interest
requires review and approval by the Director of
National Intelligence; and
``(iii) <<NOTE: Notice.>> for every waiver
granted, the designated agency ethics official
shall submit to the congressional intelligence
committees notice of the waiver.''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(3) Definition of designated agency ethics official.--In
this subsection, the term `designated agency ethics official'
means the designated agency ethics official (as defined in
section 13101 of title 5, United States Code) in the Office of
the Director of National Intelligence.''.
SEC. 6302. NATIONAL THREAT IDENTIFICATION AND PRIORITIZATION
ASSESSMENT AND NATIONAL
COUNTERINTELLIGENCE STRATEGY.
Section 904(f)(3) of the Counterintelligence Enhancement Act of 2002
(50 U.S.C. 3383(f)(3)) is amended by striking ``National
Counterintelligence Executive'' and inserting ``Director of the National
Counterintelligence and Security Center''.
SEC. 6303. PROHIBITION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR CERTAIN
ACTIVITIES OF THE OVERT HUMAN
INTELLIGENCE AND OPEN SOURCE
INTELLIGENCE COLLECTION PROGRAMS OF THE
OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE AND ANALYSIS OF
THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY.
(a) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Covered activity.--The term ``covered activity'' means--
(A) with respect to the Overt Human Intelligence
Collection Program, an interview for intelligence
collection
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purposes with any individual, including a United States
person, who has been criminally charged, arraigned, or
taken into the custody of a Federal, State, or local law
enforcement agency, but whose guilt with respect to such
criminal matters has not yet been adjudicated, unless
the Office of Intelligence and Analysis has obtained the
consent of the interviewee following consultation with
counsel;
(B) with respect to either the Overt Human
Intelligence Collection Program or the Open Source
Intelligence Collection Program, any collection
targeting journalists in the performance of their
journalistic functions; and
(C) with respect to the Overt Human Intelligence
Collection Program, an interview for intelligence
collection purposes with a United States person where
the Office of Intelligence and Analysis lacks a
reasonable belief based on facts and circumstances that
the United States person may possess significant foreign
intelligence (as defined in section 3 of the National
Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003)).
(2) Overt human intelligence collection program.--The term
``Overt Human Intelligence Collection Program'' means the
program established by the Under Secretary of Homeland Security
for Intelligence and Analysis pursuant to Policy Instruction 907
of the Office of Intelligence and Analysis, issued on June 29,
2016, or any successor program.
(3) Open source intelligence collection program.--The term
``Open Source Collection Intelligence Program'' means the
program established by the Under Secretary of Homeland Security
for Intelligence and Analysis for the purpose of collecting
intelligence and information for potential production and
reporting in the form of Open Source Information Reports as
reflected in Policy Instruction 900 of the Office of
Intelligence and Analysis, issued on January 13, 2015, or any
successor program.
(4) United states person.--The term ``United States person''
means--
(A) a United States citizen;
(B) an alien known by the Office of Intelligence and
Analysis to be a permanent resident alien;
(C) an unincorporated association substantially
composed of United States citizens or permanent resident
aliens; or
(D) a corporation incorporated in the United States,
except for a corporation directed and controlled by a
foreign government or governments.
(5) United states person information (uspi).--The term
``United States person information''--
(A) means information that is reasonably likely to
identify 1 or more specific United States persons; and
(B) may be either a single item of information or
information that, when combined with other available
information, is reasonably likely to identify one or
more specific United States persons.
(b) Prohibition on Availability of Funds for Covered Activities of
Overt Human Intelligence Collection Program and Open Source Intelligence
Collection Program.--None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by
this division may be
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made available to the Office of Intelligence and Analysis of the
Department of Homeland Security to conduct a covered activity.
(c) Limitation on Personnel.--None of the funds authorized to be
appropriated by this division may be used by the Office of Intelligence
and Analysis of the Department of Homeland Security to increase, above
the staffing level in effect on the day before the date of the enactment
of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division G
of Public Law 118-31), the number of personnel assigned to the Open
Source Intelligence Division who work exclusively or predominantly on
domestic terrorism issues.
(d) Rules of Construction.--
(1) Effect on other intelligence oversight.--Nothing in this
section shall be construed as limiting or superseding the
authority of any official within the Department of Homeland
Security to conduct legal, privacy, civil rights, or civil
liberties oversight of the intelligence activities of the Office
of Intelligence and Analysis.
(2) Sharing and receiving intelligence information.--Nothing
in this section shall be construed to prohibit, or to limit the
authority of, personnel of the Office of Intelligence and
Analysis of the Department of Homeland Security from sharing
intelligence information with, or receiving information from--
(A) foreign, State, local, Tribal, or territorial
governments (or any agency or subdivision thereof);
(B) the private sector; or
(C) other elements of the Federal Government,
including the components of the Department of Homeland
Security.
SEC. 6304. IMPROVEMENTS TO ADVISORY BOARD OF NATIONAL
RECONNAISSANCE OFFICE.
Section 106A(d) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C.
3041a(d)) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (3)(A)--
(A) in clause (i)--
(i) by striking ``five members appointed by
the Director'' and inserting ``up to 8 members
appointed by the Director''; and
(ii) by inserting ``, and who do not present
any actual or potential conflict of interest''
before the period at the end;
(B) by redesignating clause (ii) as clause (iii);
and
(C) by inserting after clause (i) the following:
``(ii) Membership structure.--The Director
shall ensure that no more than 2 concurrently
serving members of the Board qualify for
membership on the Board based predominantly on a
single qualification set forth under clause
(i).'';
(2) by redesignating paragraphs (5) through (7) as
paragraphs (6) through (8), respectively;
(3) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following:
``(5) <<NOTE: Processes.>> Charter.--The Director shall
establish a charter for the Board that includes the following:
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``(A) Mandatory processes for identifying potential
conflicts of interest, including the submission of
initial and periodic financial disclosures by Board
members.
``(B) The vetting of potential conflicts of interest
by the designated agency ethics official, except that no
individual waiver may be granted for a conflict of
interest identified with respect to the Chair of the
Board.
``(C) The establishment of a process and associated
protections for any whistleblower alleging a violation
of applicable conflict of interest law, Federal
contracting law, or other provision of law.''; and
(4) in paragraph (8), as redesignated by paragraph (2), by
striking ``September 30, 2024'' and inserting ``August 31,
2027''.
SEC. 6305. NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCE OF GRANTS.
(a) In General.--Subtitle D of title X of the National Security Act
of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3227 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the
following:
``Sec. 1035. <<NOTE: 50 USC 3227d.>> National Intelligence
University acceptance of grants
``(a) Authority.--The Director of National Intelligence may
authorize the President of the National Intelligence University to
accept qualifying research grants.
``(b) Qualifying Grants.--A qualifying research grant under this
section is a grant that is awarded on a competitive basis by an entity
referred to in subsection (c) for a research project with a scientific,
literary, or educational purpose.
``(c) Entities From Which Grants May Be Accepted.--A qualifying
research grant may be accepted under this section only from a Federal
agency or from a corporation, fund, foundation, educational institution,
or similar entity that is organized and operated primarily for
scientific, literary, or educational purposes.
``(d) Administration of Grant Funds.--
``(1) Establishment of account.--The Director shall
establish an account for administering funds received as
qualifying research grants under this section.
``(2) Use of funds.--The President of the University shall
use the funds in the account established pursuant to paragraph
(1) in accordance with applicable provisions of the regulations
and the terms and conditions of the grants received.
``(e) Related Expenses.--Subject to such limitations as may be
provided in appropriations Acts, appropriations available for the
National Intelligence University may be used to pay expenses incurred by
the University in applying for, and otherwise pursuing, the award of
qualifying research grants.
``(f) Regulations.--The Director of National Intelligence shall
prescribe regulations for the administration of this section.''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents preceding section 2
of such Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section
1034 the following new item:
``Sec. 1035. National Intelligence University acceptance of grants.''.
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SEC. 6306. <<NOTE: Certification. 14 USC 504 note.>> EXPENDITURE
OF FUNDS FOR CERTAIN INTELLIGENCE AND
COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES OF THE
COAST GUARD.
The Commandant of the Coast Guard may use up to 1 percent of the
amounts made available for the National Intelligence Program (as such
term is defined in section 3 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50
U.S.C. 3003)) for each fiscal year for intelligence and
counterintelligence activities of the Coast Guard relating to objects of
a confidential, extraordinary, or emergency nature, which amounts may be
accounted for solely on the certification of the Commandant and each
such certification shall be considered to be a sufficient voucher for
the amount contained in the certification.
SEC. 6307. CODIFICATION OF THE NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE MANAGEMENT
COUNCIL.
(a) Establishment of National Intelligence Management Council.--
(1) In general.--Title I of the National Security Act of
1947 (50 U.S.C. 3021 et seq.) is amended by inserting after
section 103L the following (and conforming the table of contents
at the beginning of such Act accordingly):
``SEC. 103M. <<NOTE: 50 USC 3034d.>> NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE
MANAGEMENT COUNCIL.
``(a) Establishment.--There is within the Office of the Director of
National Intelligence a National Intelligence Management Council.
``(b) Composition.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Appointments.>> The National Intelligence
Management Council shall be composed of senior officials within
the intelligence community and substantive experts from the
public or private sector, who shall be appointed by, report to,
and serve at the pleasure of, the Director of National
Intelligence.
``(2) The Director shall prescribe appropriate security
requirements for personnel appointed from the private sector as
a condition of service on the National Intelligence Management
Council, or as contractors of the Council or employees of such
contractors, to ensure the protection of intelligence sources
and methods while avoiding, wherever possible, unduly intrusive
requirements which the Director considers to be unnecessary for
this purpose.
``(c) Duties and Responsibilities.--Members of the National
Intelligence Management Council shall work with each other and with
other elements of the intelligence community to ensure proper
coordination and to minimize duplication of effort, in addition to the
following duties and responsibilities:
``(1) Provide integrated mission input to support the
processes and activities of the intelligence community,
including with respect to intelligence planning, programming,
budgeting, and evaluation processes.
``(2) Identify and pursue opportunities to integrate or
coordinate collection and counterintelligence efforts.
``(3) In concert with the responsibilities of the National
Intelligence Council, ensure the integration and coordination of
analytic and collection efforts.
``(4) Develop and coordinate intelligence strategies in
support of budget planning and programming activities.
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``(5) Advise the Director of National Intelligence on the
development of the National Intelligence Priorities Framework of
the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (or any
successor mechanism established for the prioritization of
programs and activities).
``(6) In concert with the responsibilities of the National
Intelligence Council, support the role of the Director of
National Intelligence as principal advisor to the President on
intelligence matters.
``(7) Inform the elements of the intelligence community of
the activities and decisions related to missions assigned to the
National Intelligence Management Council.
``(8) Maintain awareness, across various functions and
disciplines, of the mission-related activities and budget
planning of the intelligence community.
``(9) Evaluate, with respect to assigned mission objectives,
requirements, and unmet requirements, the implementation of the
budget of each element of the intelligence community.
``(10) Provide oversight on behalf of, and make
recommendations to, the Director of National Intelligence on the
extent to which the activities, program recommendations, and
budget proposals made by elements of the intelligence community
sufficiently address mission objectives, intelligence gaps, and
unmet requirements.
``(d) Mission Management of Members.--Members of the National
Intelligence Management Council, under the direction of the Director of
National Intelligence, shall serve as mission managers to ensure
integration among the elements of the intelligence community and across
intelligence functions, disciplines, and activities for the purpose of
achieving unity of effort and effect, including through the following
responsibilities:
``(1) Planning and programming efforts.
``(2) Budget and program execution oversight.
``(3) Engagement with elements of the intelligence community
and with policymakers in other agencies.
``(4) Workforce competencies and training activities.
``(5) Development of capability requirements.
``(6) Development of governance fora, policies, and
procedures.
``(e) Staff; Availability.--
``(1) Staff.--The Director of National Intelligence shall
make available to the National Intelligence Management Council
such staff as may be necessary to assist the National
Intelligence Management Council in carrying out the
responsibilities described in this section.
``(2) <<NOTE: Consultation.>> Availability.--Under the
direction of the Director of National Intelligence, the National
Intelligence Management Council shall make reasonable efforts to
advise and consult with officers and employees of other
departments or agencies, or components thereof, of the United
States Government not otherwise associated with the intelligence
community.
``(f) Support From Elements of the Intelligence Community.--The
heads of the elements of the intelligence community shall provide
appropriate support to the National Intelligence Management Council,
including with respect to intelligence activities, as required by the
Director of National Intelligence.''.
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(2) Office of the director of national intelligence.--
Section 103(c) of such Act (50 U.S.C. 3025) is amended--
(A) by redesignating paragraphs (5) through (14) as
paragraphs (6) through (15), respectively; and
(B) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following:
``(5) The National Intelligence Management Council.''.
(b) Sense of Congress With Respect to China Mission.--It is the
sense of Congress that the Director of National Intelligence should
create a role in the National Intelligence Management Council for a
National Intelligence Manager dedicated to the People's Republic of
China.
(c) Sense of Congress With Respect to Counternarcotics Mission.--It
is the sense of Congress that, consistent with section 7325 of the
Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (137 Stat. 1043),
the Director of National Intelligence should create a role in the
National Intelligence Management Council for a National Intelligence
Manager dedicated to the counternarcotics mission of the United States.
SEC. 6308. <<NOTE: Notification.>> RESPONSIBILITIES AND
AUTHORITIES OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL
INTELLIGENCE.
Section 102A(f)(10) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C.
3024(f)(10)) is amended by striking the period and inserting ``, and
upon receiving any such direction, the Director shall notify the
congressional intelligence committees immediately in writing with a
description of such other intelligence-related functions directed by the
President.''.
SEC. 6309. FORMALIZED COUNTERINTELLIGENCE TRAINING FOR DEPARTMENT
OF ENERGY PERSONNEL.
(a) Training.--Section 215(d) of the Department of Energy
Organization Act (42 U.S.C. 7144b) is amended by adding at the end the
following:
``(3) <<NOTE: Plans.>> The Director shall develop and implement--
``(A) <<NOTE: Cost assessment.>> a plan and cost assessment
for delineated and standardized counterintelligence training for
all personnel who interact with classified and sensitive
military technology and dual-use commercial technology in the
Department; and
``(B) a delineated and standardized training plan to train
officers in the Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence
who have counterintelligence responsibilities on
counterintelligence skills and practices.''.
(b) <<NOTE: Briefing.>> Reporting Requirement.--Not later than 90
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of the
Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence of the Department of
Energy shall provide to the congressional intelligence committees a
briefing on the plans developed under section 215(d)(3) of the
Department of Energy Organization Act (as amended by subsection (a)),
including with respect to--
(1) the training content;
(2) periodicity;
(3) fulfillment rate;
(4) internal controls; and
(5) oversight.
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Subtitle B--Matters Relating to Central Intelligence Agency
SEC. 6311. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SPECIAL VICTIM INVESTIGATOR.
Section 32(a) of the Central Intelligence Agency Act of 1949 (50
U.S.C. 3533(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following: ``No
individual appointed as the Special Victim Investigator may, at the time
of such appointment, be a current employee of the Central Intelligence
Agency.''.
Subtitle C--Reports and Other Matters
SEC. 6321. EXTENSION OF REQUIREMENT FOR ANNUAL REPORT ON STRIKES
UNDERTAKEN BY THE UNITED STATES AGAINST
TERRORIST TARGETS OUTSIDE AREAS OF
ACTIVE HOSTILITIES.
Section 1723 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2020 (Public Law 116-92; 133 Stat. 1811) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by striking ``until 2022'' and
inserting ``until 2027''; and
(2) in subsection (b)--
(A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by
striking ``The report'' and inserting ``Each report'';
and
(B) in paragraph (1), by striking the semicolon and
inserting ``; and''; and
(3) in subsection (d), by striking ``The report'' and
inserting ``Each report''.
SEC. 6322. BUDGET TRANSPARENCY FOR OPEN-SOURCE INTELLIGENCE
ACTIVITIES.
(a) Budget Summaries to Director of National Intelligence.--Not
later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the head
of each element of the intelligence community shall submit to the
Director of National Intelligence a complete and comprehensive summary
of all budget information with respect to the element's open-source
intelligence activities.
(b) Report to Congress.--Not later than 120 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Director of National Intelligence shall
submit to the congressional intelligence committees, the Committee on
Appropriations of the Senate, and the Committee on Appropriations of the
House of Representatives a report compiling the information in the
summaries submitted to the Director pursuant to subsection (a).
(c) Open-source Intelligence Defined.--In this section, the term
``open-source intelligence'' means intelligence derived exclusively from
publicly or commercially available information that addresses specific
intelligence priorities, requirements, or gaps.
SEC. 6323. REPORT ON THE MISSION EFFECT OF CIVILIAN HARM.
(a) Definition of Appropriate Congressional Committees.--In this
section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
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(2) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Foreign Relations, and the Subcommittee on Defense of the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(3) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Foreign Affairs, and the Subcommittee on Defense of the
Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.
(b) <<NOTE: Examination.>> Report Required.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence, acting through the National Intelligence Council and in
coordination with the Secretary of Defense and the heads of the elements
of the intelligence community determined appropriate by the Director,
shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report
examining the extent to which civilian harm that occurs during
counterterrorism operations informs analyses of the intelligence
community on the mission success of campaigns to degrade, disrupt, or
defeat foreign terrorist organizations.
(c) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Matters.--The report under subsection (b)
shall include the following:
(1) The methodology of the intelligence community for
measuring the effect of civilian harm.
(2) The extent to which analysts of the intelligence
community apply such methodology when assessing the degree to
which a terrorist group is degraded, disrupted, or defeated.
(3) A framework to enable analysts to assess, as objectively
as possible, the effect that civilian harm has had on the
mission of degrading, disrupting, or defeating a terrorist
group, or an explanation of why such framework cannot be
generated.
(4) A framework to enable analysts to assess, as objectively
as possible, the effect that civilian harm has had on other
United States foreign policy goals, programs, and activities in
any country where counterterrorism operations take place.
(5) The extent to which dissenting opinions of analysts of
the intelligence community are included or highlighted in final
written products presented to senior policymakers of the United
States.
(6) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. Analyses.>> Recommendations
to improve the quality of future intelligence community analyses
by accounting for the effects of civilian harm on efforts to
successfully degrade, disrupt, or defeat a foreign terrorist
group.
(d) <<NOTE: Classified information. Summary.>> Form.--The report
under subsection (b) may be submitted in classified form, but if so
submitted, the report shall include an unclassified summary of key
findings that is consistent with the protection of intelligence sources
and methods.
TITLE LXIV--COUNTERING FOREIGN THREATS
Subtitle A--People's Republic of China
SEC. 6401. ASSESSMENT OF CURRENT STATUS OF BIOTECHNOLOGY OF
PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Assessment.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence shall, in consultation with such heads of elements of the
intelligence
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community as the Director of National Intelligence considers
appropriate, conduct an assessment of the current status of the
biotechnology capability of the People's Republic of China, which shall
include how the People's Republic of China is supporting the
biotechnology sector, such as foreign direct investment, subsidies,
talent recruitment, or other efforts to gain superiority.
(b) Report.--
(1) Definition of appropriate committees of congress.--In
this subsection, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress''
means--
(A) the congressional intelligence committees;
(B) the Committee on Finance, the Committee on
Foreign Relations, the Committee on the Judiciary, the
Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs,
the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions,
the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and the Committee
on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(C) the Committee on Ways and Means, the Committee
on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on the Judiciary, the
Committee on Financial Services, the Committee on
Homeland Security, the Committee on Armed Services, the
Committee on Agriculture, and the Committee on
Appropriations of the House of Representatives.
(2) In general.--Not later than 60 days after the date on
which the Director of National Intelligence completes the
assessment required by subsection (a), the Director shall submit
to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the
findings of the assessment.
(3) Form.--The report submitted pursuant to paragraph (2)
shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a
classified annex.
SEC. 6402. REPORT ON THE ECONOMIC OUTLOOK OF CHINA.
(a) Definition of Appropriate Committees of Congress.--In this
section, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
(2) Committee on Foreign Relations, the Committee on
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, and the Committee on
Finance of the Senate; and
(3) Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Committee on Ways
and Means of the House of Representatives.
(b) <<NOTE: Analyses.>> Report Required.--Not later than 120 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence shall, acting through the National Intelligence Council and
in coordination with the Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for
Intelligence and Analysis and the Director of the Central Intelligence
Agency, submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the
economic outlook of the People's Republic of China, which shall include
alternative analyses of the economic projections of the People's
Republic of China.
(c) Elements.--The report required under subsection (b) shall
include the following:
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(1) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Assessments of the strengths and
weaknesses of the economy of the People's Republic of China,
including the potential effects of debt, demographics, and
China's international relationships.
(2) Potential challenges for the People's Republic of China
to sustain economic growth and the potential for global effects
as a result.
(3) The implications of the economic future of the People's
Republic of China on the country's foreign and defense policy.
SEC. 6403. INTELLIGENCE SHARING WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES ON
SYNTHETIC OPIOID PRECURSOR CHEMICALS
ORIGINATING IN PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF
CHINA.
(a) Strategy Required.--The Director of National Intelligence shall,
in consultation with the Attorney General, the Secretary of Homeland
Security, the Secretary of State, the Secretary of the Treasury, and the
heads of such other departments and agencies as the Director considers
appropriate, develop a strategy to ensure robust intelligence sharing
relating to the illicit trafficking and diversion of synthetic opioid
chemicals, including precursor and pre-precusor chemicals, from the
People's Republic of China and other source countries.
(b) Elements.--The strategy developed pursuant to subsection (a)
shall include the following:
(1) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of existing
intelligence sharing between the intelligence community, the
Department of Justice, the Department of Homeland Security, any
other relevant Federal agencies, including any mechanisms that
allow appropriate Federal Government employees with and without
security clearances to share and receive information and any
gaps identified.
(2) <<NOTE: Plan.>> A plan to ensure robust intelligence
sharing, including by addressing gaps identified pursuant to
paragraph (1) and identifying additional capabilities and
resources needed;
(3) A detailed description of the measures used to ensure
the protection of civil rights, civil liberties, and privacy
rights in carrying out this strategy.
(c) Briefing Required.--
(1) <<NOTE: Definition.>> Appropriate committees of
congress.--In this subsection, the term ``appropriate committees
of Congress'' means--
(A) the congressional intelligence committees;
(B) the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs, the Committee on Foreign
Relations, the Committee on Armed Services, the
Committee on the Judiciary, the Committee on Finance,
the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation,
the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs,
and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(C) the Committee on Homeland Security, the
Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on the
Judiciary, the Committee on Armed Services, the
Committee on Financial Services, and the Committee on
Appropriations of the House of Representatives.
(2) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 120 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of
National Intelligence shall, with inputs from such other
departments and agencies as the Director considers appropriate,
provide the
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appropriate committees of Congress a briefing on the strategy
under development pursuant to subsection (a).
SEC. 6404. REPORT ON EFFORTS OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA TO
EVADE UNITED STATES TRANSPARENCY AND
NATIONAL SECURITY REGULATIONS.
(a) Definition of Appropriate Committees of Congress.--In this
section, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
(2) the Committee on Finance, the Committee on Foreign
Relations, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation, the Committee on the Judiciary, the Committee on
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs, the Committee on Armed
Services, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(3) the Committee on Ways and Means, the Committee on
Foreign Affairs, the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the
Committee on the Judiciary, the Committee on Financial Services,
the Committee on Homeland Security, the Committee on Armed
Services, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives.
(b) Report Required.--The Director of National Intelligence shall,
in coordination with the heads of such elements of the intelligence
community as the Director determines appropriate, submit to the
appropriate committees of Congress a report on plans and intentions of
the Government of the People's Republic of China to evade the following:
(1) Identification under section 1260H of the William M.
(Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2021 (Public Law 116-283; 10 U.S.C. 113 note).
(2) Restrictions or limitations imposed by any of the
following:
(A) Section 805 of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118-
31).
(B) Section 889 of the John S. McCain National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public
Law 115-232; 41 U.S.C. 3901 note prec.).
(C) The list of specially designated nationals and
blocked persons maintained by the Office of Foreign
Assets Control of the Department of the Treasury
(commonly known as the ``SDN list'').
(D) The Entity List maintained by the Bureau of
Industry and Security of the Department of Commerce and
set forth in Supplement No. 4 to part 744 of title 15,
Code of Federal Regulations.
(E) Commercial or dual-use export controls under the
Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (50 U.S.C. 4801 et
seq.) and the Export Administration Regulations.
(F) Executive Order 14105 (88 Fed. Reg. 54867;
relating to addressing United States investments in
certain national security technologies and products in
countries of concern), or successor order.
(G) Import restrictions on products made with forced
labor implemented by U.S. Customs and Border Protection
pursuant to Public Law 117-78 (22 U.S.C. 6901 note).
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(c) Form.--The report submitted pursuant to subsection (b) shall be
submitted in unclassified form.
SEC. 6405. ASSESSMENT ON RECRUITMENT OF MANDARIN SPEAKERS.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a
comprehensive assessment on the recruitment and training of individuals
who speak Mandarin Chinese for each element of the intelligence
community.
(b) <<NOTE: Definition.>> Appropriate Congressional Committees.--In
this section, the term ``appropriate congressional committees'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
(2) the Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on
Appropriations of the Senate; and
(3) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives.
Subtitle B--The Russian Federation
SEC. 6411. REPORT ON RUSSIAN FEDERATION SPONSORSHIP OF ACTS OF
INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM.
(a) Definitions.--In this section--
(1) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term
``appropriate congressional committees'' means--
(A) the congressional intelligence committees;
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the
Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on the
Judiciary, the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs, the Committee on Banking, Housing,
and Urban Affairs, and the Committee on Appropriations
of the Senate; and
(C) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee
on Armed Services, the Committee on the Judiciary, the
Committee on Homeland Security, the Committee on
Financial Services, and the Committee on Appropriations
of the House of Representatives.
(2) Foreign terrorist organization.--The term ``foreign
terrorist organization'' means an organization that has been
designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the Secretary
of State, pursuant to section 219 of the Immigration and
Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1189).
(3) Specially designated global terrorist organization.--The
term ``specially designated global terrorist organization''
means an organization that has been designated as a specially
designated global terrorist by the Secretary of State or the
Secretary of the Treasury, pursuant to Executive Order 13224 (50
U.S.C. 1701 note; relating to blocking property and prohibiting
transactions with persons who commit, threaten to commit, or
support terrorism).
(4) State sponsor of terrorism.--The term ``state sponsor of
terrorism'' means a country the government of which the
Secretary of State has determined has repeatedly provided
support for acts of international terrorism, for purposes of--
(A) section 1754(c)(1)(A)(i) of the Export Control
Reform Act of 2018 (50 U.S.C. 4813(c)(1)(A)(i));
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(B) section 620A of the Foreign Assistance Act of
1961 (22 U.S.C. 2371); or
(C) section 40(d) of the Arms Export Control Act (22
U.S.C. 2780(d)).
(b) <<NOTE: Summaries.>> Report Required.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence shall, in coordination with the Secretary of State and the
Secretary of the Treasury, conduct and submit to the appropriate
congressional committees a report that includes the following:
(1) A summary of key instances in which the Russian
Federation, or an official of the Russian Federation, has
provided financial, material, technical, or lethal support to
foreign terrorist organizations, specially designated global
terrorist organizations (including the Russian Imperial
Movement), state sponsors of terrorism, or for acts of
international terrorism.
(2) A summary of key instances in which the Russian
Federation, or an official of the Russian Federation, has
willfully aided or abetted the international proliferation of
weapons of mass destruction, their delivery systems, and related
materials to foreign terrorist organizations, specially
designated global terrorist organizations, or state sponsors of
terrorism.
(3) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of threats to the
homeland based on the summaries provided pursuant to paragraphs
(1) and (2).
(c) Form.--The report required by subsection (b) shall be submitted
in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
(d) <<NOTE: Deadline. Classified information.>> Briefings.--Not
later than 30 days after submittal of the report required by subsection
(b), the Director of National Intelligence shall provide a classified
briefing to the appropriate congressional committees on the findings of
the report.
SEC. 6412. ASSESSMENT OF LIKELY COURSE OF WAR IN UKRAINE.
(a) Definition of Appropriate Committees of Congress.--In this
section, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
(2) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Foreign Relations and the Committee on Appropriations of the
Senate; and
(3) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Foreign Affairs and the Committee on Appropriations of the House
of Representatives.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> In General.--Not later than 90
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of
National Intelligence, in collaboration with the Director of the Defense
Intelligence Agency and the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency,
shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress an assessment of
the likely course of the war in Ukraine through December 31, 2025.
(c) Elements.--The assessment required by subsection (b) shall
include an assessment of each of the following:
(1) The ability of the military of Ukraine to defend against
Russian aggression if the United States continues or
discontinues military and economic assistance to Ukraine and
maintains or withdraws policy restrictions on the use of United
States weapons during the period described in such subsection.
(2) The likely course of the war during such period based on
the scenarios described in paragraph (1).
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(3) The ability and willingness of other countries to
continue or discontinue military and economic assistance to
Ukraine based on the assessments required by paragraphs (1) and
(2), including the ability of such countries to make up for any
shortfall in United States assistance.
(4) <<NOTE: Foreign countries.>> The effects of a potential
defeat of Ukraine by the Russian Federation on United States
national security and foreign policy interests, including the
potential for further aggression from the Russian Federation,
the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran,
and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
(d) Form.--The assessment required by subsection (b) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
SEC. 6413. UKRAINE LESSONS LEARNED WORKING GROUP.
(a) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term
``appropriate congressional committees'' means--
(A) the congressional intelligence committees; and
(B) the congressional defense committees.
(2) Congressional defense committees.--The term
``congressional defense committees'' has the meaning given that
term in section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code.
(3) Working group.--The term ``Working Group'' means the
working group described in subsection (b).
(b) Establishment.--The Director of National Intelligence and the
Secretary of Defense shall jointly establish a working group to identify
and share lessons that the United States intelligence community has
learned from the Ukraine conflict.
(c) Membership.--The composition of the Working Group may include
any officer or employee of a department or agency of the United States
Government determined appropriate by the Director of National
Intelligence or the Secretary of Defense.
(d) Chair.--The Working Group shall be jointly chaired by--
(1) an officer or employee of the Department of Defense
chosen by the Secretary of Defense; and
(2) an officer or employee of an element of the intelligence
community chosen by the Director of National Intelligence, in
consultation with the head of the element concerned.
(e) Duties.--The sole duties of the Working Group shall be
exclusively the following:
(1) Identify tactical and operational intelligence lessons
derived from the Ukraine conflict.
(2) Develop a repeatable process for promulgating such
lessons to elements of the Department of Defense responsible for
the development of joint and service-specific doctrine,
acquisitions decisions, and capability development.
(3) Provide recommendations on intelligence collection
priorities to support the elements of the Department of Defense
described in paragraph (2) in implementing the lessons
identified pursuant to paragraph (1).
(f) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Meetings.--The Working Group shall meet not
later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.
(g) Termination.--
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(1) In general.--Subject to paragraph (2), the Working Group
shall terminate on the date that is 2 years after the date of
the enactment of this Act.
(2) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Extension.--The Director of National
Intelligence and the Secretary of Defense may extend the
termination date under paragraph (1) to a date not later than 4
years after the date of the enactment of this Act if the
Director of National Intelligence and the Secretary of Defense
jointly--
(A) <<NOTE: Determination.>> determine than an
extension is appropriate and agree to such extension;
and
(B) <<NOTE: Notification.>> submit to the
appropriate congressional committees a notification of
the extension that includes a description of the
justification for the extension.
(h) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Congressional Briefing and Summary.--
(1) Briefing.--Not later than 270 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Working Group shall submit to the
appropriate congressional committees a briefing on the
activities of the Working Group.
(2) Summary.--Not later than the date that is 30 days before
the date on which the Working Group terminates pursuant to
subsection (g), the Working Group shall submit to the
appropriate congressional committees a summary of Working Group
activities and conclusions.
Subtitle C--International Terrorism
SEC. 6421. ASSESSMENT AND REPORT ON THE THREAT OF ISIS-KHORASAN TO
THE UNITED STATES.
(a) Definition of Appropriate Committees of Congress.--In this
section, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Committee on
Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on the
Judiciary, the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental
Affairs, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on
Transportation and Infrastructure, the Committee on the
Judiciary, the Committee on Homeland Security, and the Committee
on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.
(b) In General.--Not later than 180 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Director of National Intelligence, in
coordination with such elements of the intelligence community as the
Director considers relevant, shall--
(1) conduct an assessment of the threats to the United
States and United States citizens posed by ISIS-Khorasan; and
(2) submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a
written report on the findings of the assessment.
(c) Report Elements.--The report required by subsection (b) shall
include the following:
(1) A description of the ideology, stated intentions, and
capabilities of ISIS-Khorasan as related to the United States
and the interests of the United States, including capabilities
that threaten the homeland.
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(2) <<NOTE: List. Effective date.>> A list of all terrorist
attacks worldwide attributable to ISIS-Khorasan or for which
ISIS-Khorasan claimed credit, beginning on January 1, 2015.
(3) <<NOTE: Strategy.>> The recruiting and training strategy
of ISIS-Khorasan, including--
(A) the geographic regions in which ISIS-Khorasan is
physically present;
(B) regions from which ISIS-Khorasan is recruiting;
and
(C) its ambitions for operationalizing recruited
individuals worldwide and in the United States.
(4) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of any known travel
of members of ISIS-Khorasan within the Western Hemisphere and
specifically across any border of the United States.
(d) Form.--The report required by subsection (b) shall be submitted
in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
Subtitle D--Other Foreign Threats
SEC. 6431. ASSESSMENT OF VISA-FREE TRAVEL TO AND WITHIN WESTERN
HEMISPHERE BY NATIONALS OF COUNTRIES OF
CONCERN.
(a) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term
``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(A) the congressional intelligence committees;
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the
Committee on the Judiciary, the Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs, and the Committee on
Appropriations of the Senate; and
(C) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee
on the Judiciary, the Committee on Homeland Security,
and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives.
(2) Countries of concern.--The term ``countries of concern''
means--
(A) the Russian Federation;
(B) the People's Republic of China;
(C) the Islamic Republic of Iran;
(D) the Syrian Arab Republic;
(E) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea;
(F) the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela; and
(G) the Republic of Cuba.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 180 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence, in coordination with the Secretary of State and the
Secretary of Homeland Security, shall submit to the appropriate
committees of Congress a written assessment of the impacts to national
security caused by travel without a visa to and within countries in the
Western Hemisphere by nationals of countries of concern and nationals of
any other country the Director determines it appropriate to consider.
(c) Form.--The assessment required by subsection (b) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
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SEC. 6432. <<NOTE: 42 USC 7144b note.>> OFFICE OF INTELLIGENCE AND
COUNTERINTELLIGENCE REVIEW OF VISITORS
AND ASSIGNEES.
(a) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term
``appropriate congressional committees'' means--
(A) the congressional intelligence committees;
(B) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee
on Energy and Natural Resources, the Committee on
Foreign Relations, the Committee on the Judiciary, the
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs,
and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(C) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee
on Energy and Commerce, the Committee on Science, Space,
and Technology, and the Committee on Appropriations of
the House of Representatives.
(2) Country of risk.--The term ``country of risk'' means--
(A) the People's Republic of China;
(B) the Russian Federation;
(C) the Islamic Republic of Iran; and
(D) the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
(3) Covered assignee; covered visitor.--The terms ``covered
assignee'' and ``covered visitor'' mean a foreign national from
a country of risk who--
(A) is not an employee of either the Department of
Energy or the management and operations contractor
operating a National Laboratory on behalf of the
Department of Energy; and
(B) has requested access to the premises,
information, or technology of a National Laboratory.
(4) Director.--The term ``Director'' means the Director of
the Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence of the
Department of Energy (or their designee).
(5) Foreign national.--The term ``foreign national'' has the
meaning given the term ``alien'' in section 101(a) of the
Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)).
(6) National laboratory.--The term ``National Laboratory''
has the meaning given the term in section 2 of the Energy Policy
Act of 2005 (42 U.S.C. 15801).
(7) Nontraditional intelligence collection.--The term
``nontraditional intelligence collection'' means a risk posed by
an individual not employed by a foreign intelligence service,
who is seeking access to information about a capability,
research, or organizational dynamics of the United States to
inform a foreign adversary or non-state actor.
(b) Policy for Review of Covered Visitor and Covered Assignee Access
Requests.--(1) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> The Director shall, in consultation
with the applicable Under Secretary of the Department of Energy that
oversees the National Laboratory, or their designee, promulgate a policy
to assess the counterintelligence risk that covered visitors or covered
assignees pose to the research or activities undertaken at a National
Laboratory.
(2) Prior to being granted access to the premises, information, or
technology of a National Laboratory, a covered visitor or covered
assignee should be appropriately screened by the National Laboratory and
the Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence of the Department in
accordance with the policy promulgated under paragraph (1).
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(c) Advice With Respect to Covered Visitors or Covered Assignees.--
(1) In general.--The Director shall provide advice to a
National Laboratory on covered visitors and covered assignees
when 1 or more of the following conditions are present:
(A) The Director has reason to believe that a
covered visitor or covered assignee poses a
nontraditional intelligence collection risk.
(B) The Director is in receipt of information
indicating that a covered visitor or covered assignee
poses a counterintelligence risk to a National
Laboratory.
(2) Advice described.--Advice provided to a National
Laboratory in accordance with paragraph (1) shall include a
description of the assessed risk.
(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> Risk mitigation.--When
appropriate, the Director shall, in consultation with the
Secretary of Energy, or the Secretary's designee, provide
recommendations to mitigate the assessed risk as part of the
advice provided in accordance with paragraph (1).
(d) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Reports to Congress.--Not later than 90
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and quarterly
thereafter, the Secretary of Energy shall submit to the appropriate
congressional committees a report, which shall include--
(1) the number of covered visitors or covered assignees
permitted to access the premises, information, or technology of
each National Laboratory during the previous quarter;
(2) the number of instances in which the Director provided
advice to a National Laboratory in accordance with subsection
(c) during the previous quarter; and
(3) the number of instances in which a National Laboratory
took action inconsistent with advice provided by the Director in
accordance with subsection (c) during the previous quarter.
(e) Funding.--The Secretary of Energy may expend such sums as are
authorized to be appropriated for the purposes detailed in this section.
SEC. 6433. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> ASSESSMENT OF THE LESSONS LEARNED
BY THE INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY WITH
RESPECT TO THE ISRAEL-HAMAS WAR.
(a) Appropriate Committees of Congress Defined.--In this section,
the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
(2) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Foreign Relations, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation, and the Committee on Appropriations of the
Senate; and
(3) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on
Foreign Affairs, the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House
of Representatives.
(b) Assessment Submitted to Appropriate Committees of Congress.--
(1) Requirement.--Not later than 90 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence, in consultation with such other heads of elements
of the intelligence community as the Director considers
appropriate, shall submit to the appropriate committees of
Congress
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a written assessment of the lessons learned from the Israel-
Hamas war.
(2) Elements.--The assessment required by paragraph (1)
shall include the following:
(A) Lessons learned from advances in warfare,
including the use by adversaries of a complex tunnel
network.
(B) Lessons learned from attacks by adversaries
against maritime shipping routes in the Red Sea.
(C) Lessons learned from the use by adversaries of
rockets, missiles, and unmanned aerial systems,
including attacks by Iran.
(D) <<NOTE: Analysis. Ukraine.>> Analysis of the
impact of the Israel-Hamas war on the global security
environment, including the war in Ukraine.
(3) Form.--The assessment required by paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified
annex.
(c) Assessment Submitted to the Congressional Intelligence
Committees.--
(1) Requirement.--Not later than 90 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence, in consultation with such other heads of elements
of the intelligence community as the Director considers
appropriate, shall submit to the congressional intelligence
committees a written assessment of the intelligence lessons
learned from the Israel-Hamas war.
(2) Elements.--The assessment required by paragraph (1)
shall include the following:
(A) Lessons learned from the timing and scope of the
October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas against Israel,
including lessons related to United States intelligence
cooperation with Israel and other regional partners,
both bilaterally and in facilitating regional
intelligence sharing.
(B) An assessment of the state, strength, and
limitations of intelligence relationships between Israel
and regional partners, especially with respect to Hamas
and Gaza.
(C) <<NOTE: Review.>> A review of any failures in
national and regional intelligence analysis, collection,
and sharing that occurred before the October 7, 2023
attack, and any lessons learned for future intelligence
activities.
(3) <<NOTE: Classified information.>> Form.--The assessment
required by paragraph (1) may be submitted in classified form.
SEC. 6434. <<NOTE: Venezuela.>> CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
INTELLIGENCE ASSESSMENT ON TREN DE
ARAGUA.
(a) Definition of Appropriate Committees of Congress.--In this
section, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Committee on
Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, the Committee on
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on the
Judiciary, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
and
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(3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on
Homeland Security, the Committee on the Judiciary, and the
Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.
(b) In General.-- <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of the Central
Intelligence Agency, in consultation with such other heads of elements
of the intelligence community as the Director considers appropriate,
shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress an intelligence
assessment on the transnational criminal organization known as ``Tren de
Aragua''.
(c) Elements.--The intelligence assessment required by subsection
(b) shall include the following:
(1) A description of the key leaders, organizational
structure, subgroups, and presence in countries in the Western
Hemisphere of Tren de Aragua.
(2) <<NOTE: Drugs and drug abuse. Human
trafficking. Estimate.>> A description of the illicit practices
used by Tren de Aragua to generate revenue, including the sale
of illicit drugs, kidnapping, and human trafficking, and an
estimate of the annual revenue generated by those illicit
practices.
(3) <<NOTE: Nicolas Maduro.>> A description of the level at
which Tren de Aragua receives support from the regime of Nicolas
Maduro in Venezuela.
(4) A description of any known cooperation between Tren de
Aragua and any other transnational criminal organizations in the
Western Hemisphere.
(5) Any other information the Director of the Central
Intelligence Agency considers relevant.
(d) <<NOTE: Classified information.>> Form.--The intelligence
assessment required by subsection (b) may be submitted in classified
form.
SEC. 6435. ASSESSMENT OF MADURO REGIME'S ECONOMIC AND SECURITY
RELATIONSHIPS WITH STATE SPONSORS OF
TERRORISM AND FOREIGN TERRORIST
ORGANIZATIONS.
(a) Definition of Appropriate Committees of Congress.--In this
section, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Committee on
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, the Committee on the
Judiciary, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
and
(3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on
Financial Services, the Committee on the Judiciary, and the
Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 120 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a
written assessment of the economic and security relationships of the
regime of Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela with foreign terrorist
organizations and state sponsors of terrorism (as designated by the
Department of State), including formal and informal support to and from
such countries and organizations.
(c) Form.--The assessment required by subsection (b) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
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SEC. 6436. <<NOTE: 22 USC 9412 note.>> CONTINUED CONGRESSIONAL
OVERSIGHT OF IRANIAN EXPENDITURES
SUPPORTING FOREIGN MILITARY AND
TERRORIST ACTIVITIES.
(a) Definition of Appropriate Committees of Congress.--In this
section, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Committee on the
Judiciary, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
and
(3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on the
Judiciary, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives.
(b) <<NOTE: Reports.>> Update Required.--Not later than 90 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress an
update to the report submitted under section 6705 of the Damon Paul
Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for
Fiscal Years 2018, 2019, and 2020 (22 U.S.C. 9412) to reflect current
occurrences, circumstances, and expenditures.
(c) Form.--The update submitted pursuant to subsection (b) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
SEC. 6437. ANALYSES AND IMPACT STATEMENTS REGARDING PROPOSED
INVESTMENT INTO THE UNITED STATES.
Section 102A(z) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C.
3024(z)) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (2)(A) by inserting ``, including with
respect to counterintelligence'' before the semicolon; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(3) Definitions.--In this subsection:
``(A) The term `a review or an investigation of any proposed
investment into the United States for which the Director has
prepared analytic materials' includes a review, investigation,
assessment, or analysis conducted by the Director pursuant to
section 7 or 10(g) of Executive Order 13913 (85 Fed. Reg. 19643;
relating to Establishing the Committee for the Assessment of
Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunications
Services Sector), or successor order.
``(B) The term `investment' includes any activity reviewed,
investigated, assessed, or analyzed by the Director pursuant to
section 7 or 10(g) of Executive Order 13913, or successor
order.''.
TITLE LXV--EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
SEC. 6501. INTELLIGENCE STRATEGY TO COUNTER FOREIGN ADVERSARY
EFFORTS TO UTILIZE BIOTECHNOLOGIES IN
WAYS THAT THREATEN UNITED STATES
NATIONAL SECURITY.
(a) Definition of Appropriate Committees of Congress.--In this
section, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the congressional intelligence committees;
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(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Committee on
Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, the Committee on
Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, the Committee on
Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Armed
Services, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(3) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on
Homeland Security, the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the
Committee on Armed Services, and the Committee on Appropriations
of the House of Representatives.
(b) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that as
biotechnologies become increasingly important with regard to the
national security interests of the United States, and with the addition
of biotechnologies to the biosecurity mission of the National
Counterproliferation and Biosecurity Center, the intelligence community
must articulate and implement an intelligence strategy to identify and
assess threats relating to biotechnologies.
(c) Intelligence Strategy for Biotechnologies Critical to National
Security.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Strategy required.--Not later than
120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Director of National Intelligence shall, in coordination with
the heads of such other elements of the intelligence community
as the Director of National Intelligence considers appropriate,
develop and submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a
strategy to address threats relating to biotechnologies.
(2) Elements.--The strategy developed and submitted pursuant
to paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> Identification and
assessment of threats associated with biotechnologies
critical to the national security of the United States,
including materials that involve a dependency on foreign
adversary nations.
(B) <<NOTE: Determination.>> A determination of how
best to counter foreign adversary efforts to utilize
biotechnologies that threaten the national security of
the United States, including threats identified pursuant
to paragraph (1).
(C) <<NOTE: Plan.>> A plan to support efforts of
other Federal departments and agencies to secure United
States supply chains of the biotechnologies critical to
the national security of the United States, by
coordinating--
(i) across the intelligence community;
(ii) the support provided by the intelligence
community to other relevant Federal departments
and agencies and policymakers;
(iii) the engagement of the intelligence
community with private sector entities, in
coordination with other relevant Federal
departments and agencies, as may be applicable;
and
(iv) how the intelligence community, in
coordination with other relevant Federal
departments and agencies, supports and coordinates
comparative assessments of United States
competitiveness in biotechnologies critical to
national and economic security.
(D) <<NOTE: Proposals.>> Proposals for such
legislative or administrative action as the Director
considers necessary to support the strategy.
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SEC. 6502. IMPROVEMENTS TO THE ROLES, MISSIONS, AND OBJECTIVES OF
THE NATIONAL COUNTERPROLIFERATION AND
BIOSECURITY CENTER.
Section 119A of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3057)
is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)(4), by striking ``biosecurity and''
and inserting ``counterproliferation, biosecurity, and''; and
(2) in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (1)--
(i) in subparagraph (A), by striking
``analyzing and'';
(ii) in subparagraph (C), by striking
``Establishing'' and inserting ``Coordinating the
establishment of'';
(iii) in subparagraph (D), by striking
``Disseminating'' and inserting ``Overseeing the
dissemination of'';
(iv) in subparagraph (E), by inserting ``and
coordinating'' after ``Conducting''; and
(v) in subparagraph (G), by striking
``Conducting'' and inserting ``Coordinating and
advancing''; and
(B) in paragraph (2)--
(i) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``and
analysis'';
(ii) by redesignating subparagraphs (C)
through (E) as subparagraphs (D) through (F),
respectively;
(iii) by inserting after subparagraph (B) the
following:
``(C) Overseeing and coordinating the analysis of
intelligence on biosecurity and foreign biological
threats in support of the intelligence needs of Federal
departments and agencies responsible for public health,
including by providing analytic priorities to elements
of the intelligence community and by coordinating net
assessments.'';
(iv) in subparagraph (D), as redesignated by
clause (ii), by inserting ``on matters relating to
biosecurity and foreign biological threats'' after
``public health'';
(v) in subparagraph (F), as redesignated by
clause (ii), by inserting ``and authorities''
after ``capabilities''; and
(vi) by adding at the end the following:
``(G) Enhancing coordination between elements of the
intelligence community and private sector entities on
information relevant to biosecurity, biotechnology, and
foreign biological threats, and coordinating such
information with relevant Federal departments and
agencies, as applicable.''.
SEC. 6503. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> ENHANCING CAPABILITIES TO DETECT
FOREIGN ADVERSARY THREATS RELATING TO
BIOLOGICAL DATA.
(a) Definition of Biological Data.--In this section, the term
``biological data'' means information, including associated descriptors,
derived from the structure, function, or process of a biological system
that is either measured, collected, or aggregated for analysis.
(b) <<NOTE: Time period. Assessment. Determination. Recommenda-
tions.>> In General.--Not later than 30 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Director of National Intelligence, in
consultation with relevant heads of Federal departments and agencies,
shall designate intelligence community experts to conduct
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a 90-day assessment to determine how best to standardize the
intelligence community's use of biological data and the ability of the
intelligence community to detect foreign adversary threats relating to
biological data, under which the experts shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Examination.>> examine how best to standardize
the processes and procedures for the collection, analysis, and
dissemination of information relating to foreign adversary use
of biological data, particularly in ways that threaten or could
threaten the national security of the United States;
(2) provide recommendations to implement paragraph (1)
throughout the intelligence community, including with respect to
the feasibility and advisability of--
(A) standardizing the data security practices for
biological data maintained by the intelligence
community, including security practices for the handling
and processing of biological data, including with
respect to protecting the civil rights, liberties, and
privacy of United States persons;
(B) standardizing intelligence engagements with
foreign allies and partners with respect to biological
data; and
(C) standardizing the creation of metadata relating
to biological data maintained by the intelligence
community; and
(3) provide recommendations to ensure coordination with such
Federal departments and agencies and entities in the private
sector as the Director considers appropriate to understand how
foreign adversaries are accessing and using biological data
stored within the United States.
(c) Timelines for Implementation of Recommendations.--The
recommendations provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of
subsection (b) shall include timelines for implementation not later than
180 days after the date of the completion of the assessment required by
such subsection.
(d) Briefing Requirement.--Not later than 30 days after the
completion of the assessment required by subsection (b), the experts
designated under that subsection shall brief the congressional
intelligence committees on the assessment.
SEC. 6504. <<NOTE: 50 USC 3602 note.>> ESTABLISHMENT OF ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE SECURITY CENTER.
(a) Definition of Counter-artificial Intelligence.--In this section,
the term ``counter-artificial intelligence'' means techniques or
procedures to extract information about the behavior or characteristics
of an artificial intelligence system, or to learn how to manipulate an
artificial intelligence system, in order to subvert the confidentiality,
integrity, or availability of an artificial intelligence system or
adjacent system.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Establishment.--Not later than 90 days after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of the National
Security Agency shall establish an Artificial Intelligence Security
Center (referred to in this section as the ``Center'') within the
Cybersecurity Collaboration Center of the National Security Agency.
(c) Functions.--The functions of the Artificial Intelligence
Security Center shall be as follows:
(1) Developing guidance to prevent or mitigate counter-
artificial intelligence techniques.
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(2) Promoting secure artificial intelligence adoption
practices for managers of national security systems (as defined
in section 3552 of title 44, United States Code) and elements of
the defense industrial base.
(3) Such other functions as the Director considers
appropriate.
(d) <<NOTE: Time periods. Reports.>> Disestablishment.--The Director
of the National Security Agency may disestablish the Center established
in subsection (b) not earlier than 3 years after the date of the
enactment of this Act provided that the Director of the National
Security Agency submits to the congressional intelligence committees a
report documenting the rationale for disestablishment of the Center,
including resource trades, effectiveness, priority, and any other
pertinent considerations not later than 6 months prior to the
disestablishment.
SEC. 6505. SENSE OF CONGRESS ENCOURAGING INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY TO
INCREASE PRIVATE SECTOR CAPITAL
PARTNERSHIPS AND PARTNERSHIP WITH
FEDERAL PARTNERS TO SECURE ENDURING
TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANTAGES.
It is the sense of Congress that--
(1) acquisition leaders in the intelligence community should
further explore the strategic use of private capital
partnerships to secure enduring technological advantages for the
intelligence community, including through the identification,
development, and transfer of promising technologies to full-
scale programs capable of meeting intelligence community
requirements; and
(2) the intelligence community should undertake consultation
with Federal partners, including the Office of Strategic Capital
of the Office of the Secretary of Defense and the Office of
Domestic Finance of the Department of the Treasury, on best
practices and lessons learned from their experiences integrating
these resources so as to accelerate attainment of national
security objectives.
SEC. 6506. ENHANCEMENT OF AUTHORITY FOR INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY
PUBLIC-PRIVATE TALENT EXCHANGES.
(a) Focus Areas.--Subsection (a) of section 5306 of the Damon Paul
Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for
Fiscal Years 2018, 2019, and 2020 (50 U.S.C. 3334) is amended--
(1) by striking ``Not later than'' and inserting the
following:
``(1) In general.--Not later than''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(2) Focus areas.--The Director shall ensure that the
policies, processes, and procedures developed pursuant to
paragraph (1) require exchanges under this section that relate
to intelligence or counterintelligence with a focus on rotations
described in such paragraph with private-sector organizations in
the following fields:
``(A) Finance.
``(B) Acquisition.
``(C) Biotechnology.
``(D) Computing.
``(E) Artificial intelligence.
``(F) Business process innovation and
entrepreneurship.
``(G) Cybersecurity.
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``(H) Materials and manufacturing.
``(I) Any other technology or research field the
Director determines relevant to meet evolving national
security threats in technology sectors.''.
(b) Duration of Temporary Details.--Subsection (e) of section 5306
of the Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence
Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2018, 2019, and 2020 (50 U.S.C. 3334)
is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``3 years'' and inserting
``5 years''; and
(2) in paragraph (2), by striking ``3 years'' and inserting
``5 years''.
(c) Treatment of Private-sector Employees.--Subsection (g) of such
section is amended--
(1) in paragraph (5), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a
semicolon;
(2) in paragraph (6), by striking the period at the end and
inserting ``; and''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:
``(7) shall not have access to any trade secrets or
proprietary information which is of commercial value or
competitive advantage to the private-sector organization from
which such employee is detailed.''.
(d) Organizational Conflicts of Interest.--Such section is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsection (i) as subsection (j); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (h) the following:
``(i) Organizational Conflicts of Interest.--
``(1) In general.--A private-sector organization that
temporarily details a member of its workforce to an element of
the intelligence community or that accepts the temporary detail
of a member of the intelligence community shall not be
considered to have an organizational conflict of interest with
the element of the intelligence community solely because of
participation in the program established under this section.
``(2) Identification of conflicts of interest.--If the
identification of an organizational conflict of interest arises
based on the particular facts surrounding an individual's
participation in the program established under this section and
the nature of any contract, then the heads of intelligence
community elements shall implement a system to avoid,
neutralize, or mitigate any such organizational conflicts of
interest.''.
(e) Annual Reports.--
(1) Definition of appropriate committees of congress.--In
this subsection, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress''
means--
(A) the congressional intelligence committees;
(B) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
and
(C) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives.
(2) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--Not later than 1
year after the date of the enactment of this Act and annually
thereafter for 2 more years, the Director of National
Intelligence shall submit to the appropriate committees of
Congress an annual report on--
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(A) the implementation of the policies, processes,
and procedures developed pursuant to subsection (a) of
such section 5306 (50 U.S.C. 3334) and the
administration of such section;
(B) how the heads of the elements of the
intelligence community are using or plan to use the
authorities provided under such section; and
(C) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> recommendations for
legislative or administrative action to increase use of
the authorities provided under such section.
SEC. 6507. SENSE OF CONGRESS ON HOSTILE FOREIGN CYBER ACTORS.
It is the sense of Congress that foreign ransomware organizations,
and foreign affiliates associated with them, constitute hostile foreign
cyber actors, that covered nations abet and benefit from the activities
of these actors, and that such actors should be treated as hostile
foreign cyber actors by the United States. Such actors include the
following:
(1) DarkSide.
(2) Conti.
(3) REvil.
(4) BlackCat, also known as ``ALPHV''.
(5) LockBit.
(6) Rhysida, also known as ``Vice Society''.
(7) Royal.
(8) Phobos, also known as ``Eight'' and also known as
``Joanta''.
(9) C10p.
(10) Hackers associated with the SamSam ransomware
campaigns.
(11) Play.
(12) BianLian.
(13) Killnet.
(14) Akira.
(15) Ragnar Locker, also known as ``Dark Angels''.
(16) Blacksuit.
(17) INC.
(18) Black Basta.
SEC. 6508. DEEMING RANSOMWARE THREATS TO CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
AS NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE PRIORITY.
(a) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term
``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(A) the congressional intelligence committees;
(B) the Committee on Commerce, Science, and
Transportation, the Committee on the Judiciary, the
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs,
the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, the
Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, and
the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(C) the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the
Committee on the Judiciary, the Committee on Homeland
Security, and the Committee on Appropriations of the
House of Representatives.
(2) Critical infrastructure.--The term ``critical
infrastructure'' has the meaning given such term in subsection
(e)
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of the Critical Infrastructures Protection Act of 2001 (42
U.S.C. 5195c(e)).
(b) Sense of Congress That Ransomware Threats to Critical
Infrastructure Should Be a National Intelligence Priority.--It is the
sense of Congress that the Director of National Intelligence should deem
ransomware threats to critical infrastructure a national intelligence
priority as part of the National Intelligence Priorities Framework.
(c) Report.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 180 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Director of National Intelligence
shall, in consultation with the Director of the Federal Bureau
of Investigation, submit to the appropriate committees of
Congress a report on the implications of the ransomware threat
to United States national security.
(2) Contents.--The report submitted under paragraph (1)
shall address the following:
(A) Identification of individuals, groups, and
entities who pose the most significant threat, including
attribution to individual ransomware attacks whenever
possible.
(B) Locations from which individuals, groups, and
entities conduct ransomware attacks.
(C) The infrastructure, tactics, and techniques
ransomware actors commonly use.
(D) Any relationships between the individuals,
groups, and entities that conduct ransomware attacks and
their governments or countries of origin that could
impede the ability to counter ransomware threats.
(3) Form.--The report submitted under paragraph (1) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified
annex.
SEC. 6509. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> ENHANCING PUBLIC-PRIVATE SHARING
ON MANIPULATIVE ADVERSARY PRACTICES IN
CRITICAL MINERAL PROJECTS.
(a) Strategy Required.--Not later than 180 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Director of National Intelligence shall,
in consultation with the heads of such Federal agencies as the Director
considers appropriate, develop a strategy to improve the sharing between
the Federal Government and private entities of information and
intelligence to mitigate the threat that foreign adversary illicit
activities and tactics pose to United States persons in foreign
jurisdictions on projects relating to energy generation and storage,
including with respect to critical minerals inputs.
(b) Elements.--The strategy required by subsection (a) shall cover--
(1) how best to assemble and transmit information to United
States persons--
(A) to protect against foreign adversary illicit
tactics and activities relating to critical mineral
projects abroad, including foreign adversary efforts to
undermine such United States projects abroad;
(B) to mitigate the risk that foreign adversary
government involvement in the ownership and control of
entities engaging in deceptive or illicit activities
targeting critical
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mineral supply chains pose to the interests of the
United States; and
(C) to inform on economic espionage and other
threats from foreign adversaries to the rights of owners
of intellectual property, including owners of patents,
trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and other
sensitive information, with respect to such property;
and
(2) how best to receive information from United States
persons on threats to United States interests in the critical
mineral supply chains, resources, mines, and products, or other
suspicious malicious activity.
(c) Implementation Plan Required.--
(1) Definition of appropriate committees of congress.--In
this subsection, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress''
means--
(A) the congressional intelligence committees;
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the
Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, and
the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(C) the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the
Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives.
(2) <<NOTE: Briefing.>> In general.--Not later than 30 days
after the date on which the Director completes developing the
strategy pursuant to subsection (a), the Director shall submit
to the appropriate committees of Congress, or provide such
committees a briefing on, a plan for implementing the strategy,
which shall include a description of risks, benefits,
opportunities, and drawbacks.
TITLE LXVI--SECURITY CLEARANCES AND INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY WORKFORCE
IMPROVEMENTS
Subtitle A--Security Clearances and Controlled Access Program
Improvements
SEC. 6601. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> SECURITY CLEARANCES HELD BY
CERTAIN FORMER EMPLOYEES OF INTELLIGENCE
COMMUNITY.
(a) Issuance of Guidelines and Instructions Required.--Section
803(c) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3162a(c)) is
amended--
(1) in paragraph (3), by striking ``; and'' and inserting a
semicolon;
(2) in paragraph (4), by striking the period at the end and
inserting ``; and''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:
``(5) issue guidelines and instructions to the heads of
Federal agencies to ensure that any individual who was appointed
by the President to a position in an element of the intelligence
community but is no longer employed by the Federal Government
shall maintain a security clearance only in accordance with
Executive Order 12968 (50 U.S.C. 3161 note; relating to access
to classified information), or successor order.''.
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(b) <<NOTE: 50 USC 3162a note.>> Submittal of Guidelines and
Instructions to Congress Required.--Not later than 180 days after the
date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence, or such other officer of the United States acting as the
Security Executive Agent pursuant to subsection (a) of section 803 of
the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3162a), shall submit to the
congressional intelligence committees and the congressional defense
committees the guidelines and instructions required by subsection (c)(5)
of such section, as added by subsection (a) of this section.
(c) Annual Report Required.--
(1) Definitions.--In this subsection:
(A) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term
``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(i) the congressional intelligence committees;
(ii) the congressional defense committees;
(iii) the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and
(iv) the Committee on Oversight and
Accountability of the House of Representatives.
(B) Covered former officer.--The term ``covered
former officer'' means an individual who meets the
following criteria:
(i) The individual--
(I) has been appointed by the
President to a position, including in an
acting capacity, in the intelligence
community that requires the advice and
consent of the Senate; or
(II) has performed in an acting
capacity the functions and duties of a
head of an element of the intelligence
community.
(ii) The individual is not employed in a
position covered by any of sections 2104 through
2107 of title 5, United States Code.
(iii) The individual holds a security
clearance.
(2) <<NOTE: Termination date.>> Requirement.--Not later than
1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and not less
frequently than annually until December 31, 2029, the Director
of National Intelligence, or such other officer of the United
States acting as the Security Executive Agent pursuant to
section 803(a) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C.
3162a(a)), shall submit to the appropriate committees of
Congress an annual report on covered former officers.
(3) Contents.--Each report submitted pursuant to paragraph
(2) shall include the following:
(A) <<NOTE: List.>> A list of each individual who
was a covered former officer at any time during the
period covered by the report.
(B) For each individual listed in accordance with
subparagraph (A)--
(i) the position described in paragraph
(1)(b)(i) with respect to the covered former
officer;
(ii) the dates of service in such position;
(iii) a description of each subsequent
employment position, other than any such position
described in paragraph (1)(b)(ii), occupied by the
covered former officer while the covered former
officer held a security clearance; and
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(iv) the element of the United States
Government that authorized and adjudicated the
security clearance of the covered former officer.
SEC. 6602. LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR NEW CONTROLLED
ACCESS PROGRAMS.
(a) In General.--Section 501A of the National Security Act of 1947
(50 U.S.C. 3091a) is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsections (c) and (d) as subsections
(d) and (e), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after subsection (b) the following:
``(c) <<NOTE: Notification.>> Limitation on Spending.--Funds
authorized to be appropriated for the National Intelligence Program may
not be obligated or expended for any controlled access program, or a
compartment or subcompartment therein, until the head of the element of
the intelligence community responsible for the establishment of such
program, compartment, or subcompartment, submits the notification
required by subsection (b).''.
(b) <<NOTE: 50 USC 3091a note.>> Applicability.--Subsection (c) of
such section shall apply with respect to controlled access programs (as
defined in such section), and compartments and subcompartments therein,
that are established on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 6603. LIMITATION ON TRANSFERS FROM CONTROLLED ACCESS
PROGRAMS.
Section 501A(b) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C.
3091a(b)) is amended--
(1) in the subsection heading, by striking ``Limitation on
Establishment'' and inserting ``Limitations'';
(2) by striking ``A head'' and inserting the following:
``(1) Establishment.--A head''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:
``(2) Transfers.--
``(A) <<NOTE: Notice.>> Limitation.--Except as
provided in subparagraph (B), a head of an element of
the intelligence community may not transfer a capability
from a controlled access program, including from a
compartment or subcompartment therein to a compartment
or subcompartment of another controlled access program,
to a special access program (as defined in section
1152(g) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 1994 (50 U.S.C. 3348(g))), or to anything
else outside the controlled access program, until the
head submits to the appropriate congressional committees
and congressional leadership notice of the intent of the
head to make such transfer.
``(B) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Exception.--The head
of an element of the intelligence community may make a
transfer described in subparagraph (A) without prior
congressional notification if the head determines that
doing so--
``(i) is required to mitigate an urgent
counterintelligence issue; or
``(ii) is necessary to maintain access in the
event of an organizational restructuring.''.
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SEC. 6604. DATA WITH RESPECT TO TIMELINESS OF POLYGRAPH
EXAMINATIONS.
Section 7702 of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (50 U.S.C. 3352h) is amended by adding at the end the following new
subsection:
``(d) Data With Respect to Timeliness of Polygraph Examinations.--
``(1) In general.--With respect to each report on compliance
with timeliness standards for rendering determinations of trust
for personnel vetting prepared pursuant to subsection (b), the
Director of National Intelligence shall make available to the
congressional intelligence committees as soon as practicable
anonymized raw data with respect to the timeliness of polygraph
examinations used to prepare each such report in machine-
readable format for each element of the intelligence community
that collects such data.
``(2) Form and classification justification.--The data
provided to the congressional intelligence committees under
paragraph (1) may be modified to remove any personally
identifying information, shall be submitted in unclassified form
to the greatest extent possible, and shall contain a
justification for the classification of any such data
provided.''.
Subtitle B--Workforce Improvements
SEC. 6611. ENABLING INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY INTEGRATION.
(a) In General.--The National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3001
et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 113B the following new
section:
``SEC. 113C. <<NOTE: 50 USC 3049b.>> ENABLING INTELLIGENCE
COMMUNITY INTEGRATION.
``(a) Provision of Goods or Services.--Subject to and in accordance
with any guidance and requirements developed by the Director of National
Intelligence, the head of an element of the intelligence community may
provide goods or services to another element of the intelligence
community without reimbursement or transfer of funds for hoteling
initiatives for intelligence community employees and affiliates defined
in any such guidance and requirements issued by the Director of National
Intelligence.
``(b) Approval.--Prior to the provision of goods or services
pursuant to subsection (a), the head of the element of the intelligence
community providing such goods or services and the head of the element
of the intelligence community receiving such goods or services shall
approve such provision.
``(c) Hoteling Defined.--In this section, the term `hoteling' means
an alternative work arrangement in which employees of one element of the
intelligence community are authorized flexible work arrangements to work
part of the time at one or more alternative worksite locations, as
appropriately authorized.''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents of the National
Security Act of 1947 is amended by inserting after the item relating to
section 113B the following:
``Sec. 113C. Enabling intelligence community integration.''.
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SEC. 6612. APPOINTMENT OF SPOUSES OF CERTAIN FEDERAL EMPLOYEES.
(a) In General.--Section 3330d of title 5, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) in the section heading, by striking ``military and
Department of Defense civilian spouses'' and inserting
``military and Department of Defense, Department of State, and
intelligence community spouses'';
(2) in subsection (a)--
(A) by redesignating the second paragraph (4)
(relating to a spouse of an employee of the Department
of Defense) as paragraph (7);
(B) by striking paragraph (5);
(C) by redesignating paragraph (4) (relating to the
spouse of a disabled or deceased member of the Armed
Forces) as paragraph (6);
(D) <<NOTE: Definitions.>> by striking paragraph
(3) and inserting the following:
``(3) The term `covered spouse' means an individual who is
married to an individual who--
``(A)(i) is an employee of the Department of State
or an element of the intelligence community; or
``(ii) is a member of the Armed Forces who is
assigned to an element of the intelligence community;
and
``(B) is transferred in the interest of the
Government from one official station within the
applicable agency to another within the agency (that is
outside of normal commuting distance) for permanent
duty.
``(4) The term `intelligence community' has the meaning
given the term in section 3 of the National Security Act of 1947
(50 U.S.C. 3003).
``(5) The term `remote work' refers to a work flexibility
arrangement under which an employee--
``(A) is not expected to physically report to the
location from which the employee would otherwise work,
considering the position of the employee; and
``(B) performs the duties and responsibilities of
such employee's position, and other authorized
activities, from an approved worksite--
``(i) other than the location from which the
employee would otherwise work;
``(ii) that may be inside or outside the local
commuting area of the location from which the
employee would otherwise work; and
``(iii) that is typically the residence of the
employee.''; and
(E) by adding at the end the following:
``(8) The term `telework' has the meaning given the term in
section 6501.''; and
(3) in subsection (b)--
(A) in paragraph (2), by striking ``or'' at the end;
(B) in the first paragraph (3) (relating to a spouse
of a member of the Armed Forces on active duty), by
striking the period at the end and inserting a
semicolon;
(C) by redesignating the second paragraph (3)
(relating to a spouse of an employee of the Department
of Defense) as paragraph (4);
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(D) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated--
(i) by inserting ``, including to a position
in which the spouse will engage in remote work''
after ``Department of Defense''; and
(ii) by striking the period at the end and
inserting ``; or''; and
(E) by adding at the end the following:
``(5) a covered spouse to a position in which the covered
spouse will engage in remote work.''.
(b) Technical and Conforming Amendment.--The table of sections for
subchapter I of chapter 33 of title 5, <<NOTE: 5 USC prec. 3301.>>
United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section
3330d and inserting the following:
``3330d. Appointment of military and Department of Defense, Department
of State, and intelligence community civilian spouses.''.
(c) Report.--
(1) Definition of appropriate committees of congress.--In
this subsection, the term ``appropriate committees of Congress''
means--
(A) the congressional intelligence committees;
(B) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee
on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, and the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and
(C) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee
on Oversight and Accountability, and the Committee on
Appropriations of the House of Representatives.
(2) In general.--Not later than 5 years after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Director of National
Intelligence, the Secretary of State, and the Secretary of
Defense shall jointly submit to the appropriate committees of
Congress a report detailing the use of the authority provided
pursuant to the amendments made by subsection (a) and the
impacts on recruitment, retention, and job opportunities created
by such amendments.
(d) <<NOTE: 5 USC 3330d note.>> Rule of Construction.--Nothing in
this section or an amendment made by this section shall be construed to
revoke or diminish any right of an individual provided by title 5,
United States Code.
(e) <<NOTE: 5 USC 3330d note.>> Sunset and Snapback.--On the date
that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act--
(1) section 3330d of title 5, United States Code, as amended
by subsection (a), is amended to read as it read on the day
before the date of the enactment of this Act; and
(2) the item for such section in the table of sections for
subchapter I of chapter 33 of title 5, United States Code, as
amended by subsection (b), <<NOTE: 5 USC prec. 3301.>> is
amended to read as it read on the day before the date of the
enactment of this Act.
SEC. 6613. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> PLAN FOR STAFFING THE
INTELLIGENCE COLLECTION POSITIONS OF THE
CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY.
(a) In General.--Not later than 90 days after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency
shall submit to the congressional intelligence committees a plan for
ensuring that the Directorate of Operations of the Agency has staffed
every civilian full-time equivalent position authorized for that
Directorate under the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2024 (division G of Public Law 118-31).
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(b) Elements.--The plan required by subsection (a) shall include the
following:
(1) <<NOTE: Timelines.>> Specific benchmarks and timelines
for accomplishing the goal described in such subsection by
September 30, 2025.
(2) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of the appropriate
balance of staffing between the Directorate of Operations and
the Directorate of Analysis consistent with the responsibilities
of the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency under section
104A(d) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C.
3036(d)).
SEC. 6614. <<NOTE: Deadlines. Time periods.>> CONGRESSIONAL
NOTIFICATIONS AND SUMMARIES OF
MISCONDUCT REGARDING EMPLOYEES WITHIN
THE INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY.
(a) Annual Reports for Calendar Years 2024, 2025, and 2026.--Not
later than 60 days after the end of calendar years 2024, 2025, and 2026,
the Director of National Intelligence shall submit to the congressional
intelligence committees a report on civilian employees in the
intelligence community placed on administrative leave pending possible
adverse personnel action during that calendar year.
(b) Elements.--Each report under subsection (a) shall include, for
the calendar year covered by the report, the following:
(1) The total number of employees who were placed on
administrative leave pending possible adverse personnel action,
disaggregated by intelligence community element and pay grade.
(2) The number of employees placed on paid administrative
leave pending possible adverse personnel action.
(3) The number of employees placed on administrative leave
pending possible adverse personnel action whose leave has
exceeded 365 days, disaggregated by paid and unpaid status.
(c) <<NOTE: 50 USC 3334u.>> Notification of Referral to Department
of Justice.--If a referral is made to the Department of Justice from any
element of the intelligence community regarding an allegation of
misconduct against a civilian employee of the intelligence community,
the head of the element of the intelligence community that employs the
covered employee shall notify the congressional intelligence committees
of the referral not later than 10 days after the date on which such
referral is made.
SEC. 6615. MODIFICATION TO WAIVER FOR POST-SERVICE EMPLOYMENT
RESTRICTIONS.
(a) In General.--Section 304(a)(2) of the National Security Act of
1947 (50 U.S.C. 3073a(a)(2)) is amended--
(1) by amending subparagraph (A) to read as follows:
``(A) Authority to grant waivers.--The applicable
head of an intelligence community element may waive a
restriction in paragraph (1) with respect to an employee
or former employee who is subject to that restriction
only after--
``(i) the employee or former employee submits
to the applicable head of the intelligence
community element a written application for such
waiver in such form and manner as the applicable
head of the intelligence community element
determines appropriate; and
``(ii) <<NOTE: Determination.>> the
applicable head of the element of the intelligence
community determines that granting such
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waiver will not harm the national security
interests of the United States.'';
(2) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``Director'' and
inserting ``applicable head of the intelligence community
element'';
(3) in subparagraph (C), by striking ``Director'' each place
it appears and inserting ``applicable head of the intelligence
community element''; and
(4) by amending subparagraph (E) to read as follows:
``(E) <<NOTE: Time period. Notification.>>
Reporting to congress.--On a quarterly basis, the head
of each element of the intelligence community shall
submit to the congressional intelligence committees and
the congressional defense committees for Department of
Defense elements of the intelligence community, a
written notification of each waiver or revocation that
shall include the following:
``(i) With respect to a waiver issued to an
employee or former employee--
``(I) the covered intelligence
position held or formerly held by the
employee or former employee; and
``(II) a brief description of the
covered post-service employment,
including the employer and the recipient
of the representation, advice, or
services.
``(ii) With respect to a revocation of a
waiver issued to an employee or former employee--
``(I) the details of the waiver,
including any renewals of such waiver,
and the dates of such waiver and
renewals; and
``(II) the specific reasons why the
applicable head of the intelligence
community element determined that such
revocation is warranted.''.
(b) Written Advisory Opinions With Respect to Post-service
Employment Restrictions.--Section 304(d) of the National Security Act of
1947 (50 U.S.C. 3073a(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following
new paragraph:
``(4) Written advisory opinions.--Upon request from a
current employee who occupies a covered intelligence position or
a former employee who previously occupied a covered intelligence
position, the applicable head of the element of the intelligence
community concerned may provide a written advisory opinion to
such current or former employee regarding whether a proposed
employment, representation, or provision of advice or services
constitutes covered post-service employment as defined in
subsection (g).''.
(c) Covered Post-service Employment.--Section 304(g)(2) of the
National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3073a(g)(2)) is amended by
striking ``relating to national security, intelligence, the military, or
internal security to, the government of a foreign country or any
company, entity, or other person whose activities are directly or
indirectly supervised, directed, controlled, financed, or subsidized, in
whole or in major part, by any government of a foreign country'' and
inserting ``to the government of a foreign country or any company,
entity, or other person whose activities are directly or indirectly
supervised, directed, controlled, financed, or subsidized, in whole or
in major part, by any government of a foreign country
[[Page 138 STAT. 2513]]
if such employment, representation, or provision of advice or services
relates to national security, intelligence, the military, or internal
security''.
(d) Conforming Amendments.--Section 304(a)(1) of the National
Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3073a(a)(1)) is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ``paragraph (2)(A)(i)''
and inserting ``paragraph (2)(A)''; and
(2) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``paragraph
(2)(A)(ii)'' and inserting ``paragraph (2)(A)''.
SEC. 6616. <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY
RECRUITMENT FOR CERTAIN SECURITY-CLEARED
SEPARATING MILITARY MEMBERS.
(a) <<NOTE: Strategy.>> In General.--The Intelligence Community
Chief Human Capital Officer shall, not later than 90 days after the date
of the enactment of this Act, develop a human resources strategy for
enhancing the recruitment into the intelligence community of covered
military members.
(b) Contents.--The strategy developed under subsection (a) shall
address--
(1) a requirement for each intelligence community element to
facilitate job applications for qualified covered military
members on each element's job application portal, on USA Jobs,
or other appropriate hiring platform;
(2) <<NOTE: Waivers.>> additional authorities or policy
waivers required to overcome identified barriers to enhancing
the recruitment into the intelligence community of covered
military members to include those military members with
technical training and experience in lieu of a bachelor's
degree; and
(3) in consultation with the military departments, the
development of best practices for matching job applications from
among covered military members who have transferable qualifying
backgrounds, skills, or expertise to relevant intelligence
occupational specialties within the Federal civilian
intelligence community workforce, including coordinating
intelligence community recruiting events and hiring blitzes.
(c) Briefing and Implementation Plan.--Not later than 30 days after
the development of the strategy under subsection (a), the Intelligence
Community Chief Human Capital Officer shall provide to the congressional
intelligence committees a briefing regarding the strategy developed
under subsection (a), including a plan for how each element of the
intelligence community intends to implement such strategy.
(d) Covered Military Member Defined.--In this section, the term
``covered military member'' means any member of the Armed Forces
transitioning out of service in the Armed Forces who holds a current
top-secret security clearance.
SEC. 6617. STRATEGY TO STRENGTHEN INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY
RECRUITMENT EFFORTS IN THE UNITED STATES
TERRITORIES.
(a) In General.--The Director of National Intelligence, acting
through the Intelligence Community Chief Human Capital Officer, shall,
in coordination with the human capital offices of such elements of the
intelligence community as determined appropriate, develop an
intelligence community-wide strategy to strengthen efforts to recruit
qualified individuals residing in the United States territories.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2514]]
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. Implementation plan.>> Briefing
Requirement.--Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of
this Act, the Director of National Intelligence, acting through the
Intelligence Community Chief Human Capital Officer, shall provide to the
congressional intelligence committees a briefing with respect to the
strategy developed under subsection (a), including with respect to a
plan for the implementation of such strategy.
(c) United States Territories Defined.--In this section, the term
``United States territories'' means Puerto Rico, the United States
Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands,
and American Samoa.
SEC. 6618. <<NOTE: 10 USC note prec. 461.>> PILOT PROGRAM ON
ESTABLISHING A GEOSPATIAL WORKFORCE
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM.
(a) Pilot Program Required.--
(1) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> In general.--The Secretary of
Defense shall carry out a pilot program to assess the
feasibility and advisability of establishing a program to
develop a skilled workforce in geospatial technologies,
methodologies, and capabilities to support the defense
intelligence requirements of the Department of Defense.
(2) Designation.--The pilot program carried out pursuant to
paragraph (1) shall be known as the ``Geospatial Workforce Pilot
Program'' (in this section referred to as the ``Pilot
Program'').
(b) Goals.--In carrying out the Pilot Program, the Secretary shall
seek--
(1) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> to assess the demand for
geospatial technology skills in both military and civilian
sectors in proximity to facilities of the National Geospatial-
Intelligence Agency in the United States;
(2) to expand, align, and accelerate the education,
training, and certification of a geospatial workforce;
(3) to support a global research hub for geospatial science
and technology;
(4) to foster partnerships with secondary and postsecondary
educational institutions, industry leaders, and local
governments to support the workforce development;
(5) to increase employment opportunities and economic growth
in regions that are in proximity to National Geospatial-
Intelligence Agency locations in the United States through
enhanced geospatial capabilities; and
(6) to support Department of Defense operations and
infrastructure with a skilled geospatial workforce.
(c) Location.--
(1) In general.--In selecting a location for the pilot
program required under subsection (a), the Secretary shall
prioritize a location--
(A) where the Secretary can partner with an eligible
institution of higher education that--
(i) conducts research;
(ii) is in close proximity to National
Geospatial-Intelligence Agency facilities outside
of the National Capital Region;
(iii) offers programs of education in
geospatial or related matters; and
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(iv) has a demonstrated ability to build the
professional workforce, by impacting kindergarten
through college learning and beyond, as
demonstrated by an educational partnership
agreement and a collaborative research and
development agreement with the National
Geospatial-Intelligence Agency;
(B) that has a significant presence of Department of
Defense installations or related activities; and
(C) that demonstrates a strong potential to recruit
from a broad spectrum of academic candidates for growth
in geospatial technology sectors;
(2) <<NOTE: Definition.>> Eligible institutions of higher
education.--For purposes of the Pilot Program, an eligible
institution of higher education is an institution of higher
education (as defined in section 101 of the Higher Education Act
of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001)) that--
(A) is an institution of higher education described
in paragraph (1)(A);
(B) has a demonstrated capacity for research and
development in geospatial technologies; and
(C) engages in partnerships with local schools and
community organizations to promote geospatial education
at all levels.
(d) Implementation.--In carrying out the Pilot Program, the
Secretary shall--
(1) collaborate with local and regional educational
institutions, including public research institutions, to develop
curriculum and training modules tailored to geospatial
technology skills;
(2) engage with industry partners to ensure the training
meets current and future workforce demands;
(3) provide funding and resources for training facilities,
instructors, and materials;
(4) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> monitor and evaluate the
effectiveness of the training programs and make necessary
adjustments to improve outcomes; and
(5) ensure, in carrying out the pilot program under
subsection (a), the Department's activities do not detract from,
interfere with, or otherwise hinder the efforts carried out by
Geomatics Emerging Scientist Consortium for Education, Research,
and Capabilities Enhancement (GEO-ESCON), or any successor
program.
(e) Citizenship Requirement.--The Secretary shall ensure that
participation in the Pilot Program is limited to citizens of the United
States.
(f) Termination.--The requirement to carry out a pilot program under
subsection (a) shall terminate on September 30, 2030.
(g) Reports.--
(1) Initial report.--Not later than 90 days after the date
of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the
congressional intelligence committees and the congressional
defense committees a report on the establishment of the Pilot
Program.
(2) Annual report.--
(A) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Requirement.--Not later
than one year after the date of the commencement of the
Pilot Program, and not less frequently than once each
year thereafter through
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fiscal year 2030, the Secretary shall submit to the
congressional intelligence committees, the Committee on
Armed Services of the Senate, and the Committee on Armed
Services of the House of Representatives an annual
report on the Pilot Program.
(B) Elements.--Each report submitted pursuant to
subparagraph (A) shall include, for the period covered
by the report, the following with respect to the goals
described in subsection (b):
(i) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> An assessment of
the demand for geospatial technology skills.
(ii) The progress in developing and
implementing the Pilot Program.
(iii) Employment outcomes and economic impact.
(iv) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>>
Recommendations for expanding or modifying the
Pilot Program.
TITLE LXVII--WHISTLEBLOWERS
SEC. 6701. IMPROVEMENTS TO URGENT CONCERNS SUBMITTED TO INSPECTORS
GENERAL OF THE INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY.
(a) Inspector General of the Intelligence Community.--Section
103H(k)(5) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3033(k)(5))
is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (A)--
(A) by inserting ``(i)'' before ``An employee of'';
(B) by inserting ``in writing'' before ``to the
Inspector General''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following:
``(ii) The Inspector General shall--
``(I) provide reasonable support necessary to ensure that an
employee can report a complaint or information under this
subparagraph in writing; and
``(II) <<NOTE: Records.>> if such submission is not
feasible, create a written record of the employee's verbal
complaint or information and treat such written record as a
written submission.'';
(2) by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the
following:
``(B)(i) <<NOTE: Determination. Notice.>> In accordance with clause
(ii), the Inspector General shall determine whether a complaint or
information reported under subparagraph (A) appears credible. Upon
making such a determination, the Inspector General shall transmit to the
Director a notice of that determination, together with the complaint or
information.
``(ii) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> The Inspector General shall make the
determination under clause (i) with respect to a complaint or
information under subparagraph (A) by not later than the end of the 14-
calendar-day period beginning on the date on which the employee who
reported the complaint or information confirms to the Inspector General
the intent of the employee to report to Congress that complaint or
information.''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:
``(J) <<NOTE: Definition.>> In this paragraph, the term `employee'
includes a former employee, if the complaint or information reported
under subparagraph (A) arises from or relates to the period during which
the former employee was an employee.''.
[[Page 138 STAT. 2517]]
(b) Inspector General of the Central Intelligence Agency.--Section
17(d)(5) of the Central Intelligence Agency Act of 1949 (50 U.S.C.
3517(d)(5)) is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (A)--
(A) by inserting ``(i)'' before ``An employee of'';
(B) by inserting ``in writing'' before ``to the
Inspector General''; and
(C) by adding at the end the following:
``(ii) The Inspector General shall--
``(I) provide reasonable support necessary to ensure that an
employee can report a complaint or information under this
subparagraph in writing; and
``(II) <<NOTE: Records.>> if such submission is not
feasible, create a written record of the employee's verbal
complaint or information and treat such written record as a
written submission.'';
(2) in subparagraph (B)--
(A) by redesignating clause (ii) as clause (iii);
(B) by striking clause (i) and inserting the
following:
``(i) <<NOTE: Determination. Notice.>> In accordance with clause
(ii), the Inspector General shall determine whether a complaint or
information reported under subparagraph (A) appears credible. Upon
making such a determination, the Inspector General shall transmit to the
Director a notice of that determination, together with the complaint or
information.
``(ii) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> The Inspector General shall make the
determination under clause (i) with respect to a complaint or
information under subparagraph (A) by not later than the end of the 14-
calendar-day period beginning on the date on which the employee who
reported the complaint or information confirms to the Inspector General
the intent of the employee to report to Congress that complaint or
information.''; and
(C) in clause (iii), as so redesignated, by striking
``paragraph (1)'' and inserting ``subparagraph (A)'';
and
(3) in subparagraph (G)(i), by adding at the end the
following:
``(III) <<NOTE: Definition.>> The term `employee' includes
a former employee or former contractor, if the complaint or
information reported under subparagraph (A) arises from or
relates to the period during which the former employee or former
contractor was an employee or contractor, as the case may be.''.
(c) Inspectors General of Other Elements of the Intelligence
Community.--Section 416 of title 5, United States Code, is amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following:
``(3) <<NOTE: Definition.>> Employee.--The term `employee'
includes a former employee or former contractor, if the
complaint or information reported pursuant to this section
arises from or relates to the period during which the former
employee or former contractor was an employee or contractor, as
the case may be.'';
(2) in subsection (b)(1)--
(A) in the paragraph heading, by inserting ``;
support for written submission''; after ``made'';
(B) by inserting ``in writing'' after ``may report
the complaint or information'' each place it appears;
(C) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ``in writing''
after ``such complaint or information''; and
(D) by adding at the end the following:
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``(E) Support for written submission.--The Inspector
General shall--
``(i) provide reasonable support necessary to
ensure that an employee can submit a complaint or
information under this paragraph in writing; and
``(ii) <<NOTE: Records.>> if such submission
is not feasible, shall create a written record of
the employee's verbal complaint or information and
treat such written record as a written
submission.''; and
(3) in subsection (c)--
(A) by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3);
and
(B) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the
following:
``(1) <<NOTE: Determination. Notice.>> Credibility.--In
accordance with paragraph (2), the Inspector General shall
determine whether a complaint or information reported under
subsection (b) appears credible. Upon making such a
determination, the Inspector General shall transmit to the head
of the establishment notice of that determination, together with
the complaint or information.
``(2) Deadline for compliance.--The Inspector General shall
make the determination under paragraph (1) with respect to a
complaint or information reported under subsection (b) not later
than the end of the 14-calendar-day period beginning on the date
on which the employee who reported the complaint or information
confirms to the Inspector General the intent of the employee to
report to Congress that complaint or information.''.
SEC. 6702. <<NOTE: Classified information.>> PROTECTION FOR
INDIVIDUALS MAKING AUTHORIZED
DISCLOSURES TO INSPECTORS GENERAL OF
ELEMENTS OF THE INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY.
(a) Inspector General of the Intelligence Community.--Section
103H(g)(3) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3033(g)(3))
is amended--
(1) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as clauses
(i) and (ii), respectively;
(2) by striking ``The Inspector General is authorized'' and
inserting ``(A) The Inspector General is authorized''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:
``(B)(i) An individual may disclose classified information to the
Inspector General in accordance with the applicable security standards
and procedures established under section 102A or 803 of this Act,
chapter 12 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2161 et seq.),
Executive Order 13526 (50 U.S.C. 3161 note; relating to Classified
National Security Information), or any applicable provision of law.
``(ii) A disclosure under clause (i) of classified information made
by an individual without appropriate clearance or authority to access
such classified information at the time of the disclosure, but that is
otherwise made in accordance with applicable security standards and
procedures, shall be treated as an authorized disclosure that does not
violate a covered provision.
``(iii) Nothing in clause (ii) may be construed to limit or modify
the obligation of an individual to appropriately store, handle, or
disseminate classified information in accordance with applicable
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security guidance and procedures, including with respect to the removal
or retention of classified information.
``(iv) <<NOTE: Definition.>> In this subparagraph, the term
`covered provision' means--
``(I) any otherwise applicable nondisclosure agreement;
``(II) any otherwise applicable regulation or order issued
under the authority of chapter 18 of the Atomic Energy Act of
1954 (42 U.S.C. 2271 et seq.) or Executive Order 13526;
``(III) section 798 of title 18, United States Code; or
``(IV) any other provision of law with respect to the
unauthorized disclosure of national security information.''.
(b) Inspector General of the Central Intelligence Agency.--Section
17(e)(3) of the Central Intelligence Agency Act of 1949 (50 U.S.C.
3517(e)(3)) is amended--
(1) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as clauses
(i) and (ii), respectively;
(2) by striking ``The Inspector General is authorized'' and
inserting ``(A) The Inspector General is authorized''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:
``(B)(i) An individual may disclose classified information to the
Inspector General in accordance with the applicable security standards
and procedures established under section 102A or 803 of the National
Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3024, 3162a), chapter 12 of the Atomic
Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2161 et seq.), Executive Order 13526 (50
U.S.C. 3161 note; relating to Classified National Security Information),
or any applicable provision of law.
``(ii) A disclosure under clause (i) of classified information made
by an individual without appropriate clearance or authority to access
such classified information at the time of the disclosure, but that is
otherwise made in accordance with applicable security standards and
procedures, shall be treated as an authorized disclosure that does not
violate a covered provision.
``(iii) Nothing in clause (ii) may be construed to limit or modify
the obligation of an individual to appropriately store, handle, or
disseminate classified information in accordance with applicable
security guidance and procedures, including with respect to the removal
or retention of classified information.
``(iv) <<NOTE: Definition.>> In this subparagraph, the term
`covered provision' means--
``(I) any otherwise applicable nondisclosure agreement;
``(II) any otherwise applicable regulation or order issued
under the authority of chapter 18 of the Atomic Energy Act of
1954 (42 U.S.C. 2271 et seq.) or Executive Order 13526;
``(III) section 798 of title 18, United States Code; or
``(IV) any other provision of law with respect to the
unauthorized disclosure of national security information.''.
(c) Other Inspectors General of Elements of the Intelligence
Community.--Section 416 of title 5, United States Code, as amended by
section 6701, is further amended--
(1) in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following:
``(4) <<NOTE: Definition.>> Intelligence community.--The
term `intelligence community' has the meaning given such term in
section 3 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C.
3003).''; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
``(i) Protection for Individuals Making Authorized Disclosures.--
``(1) Disclosure.--An individual may disclose classified
information to an Inspector General of an element of the
intelligence community in accordance with the applicable
security
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standards and procedures established under section 102A or 803
of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3024, 3162a),
chapter 12 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2161 et
seq.), Executive Order 13526 (50 U.S.C. 3161 note; relating to
Classified National Security Information), or any applicable
provision of law.
``(2) Disclosure without clearance or authority.--
``(A) Treatment.--A disclosure under paragraph (1)
of classified information made by an individual without
appropriate clearance or authority to access such
classified information at the time of the disclosure,
but that is otherwise made in accordance with applicable
security standards and procedures, shall be treated as
an authorized disclosure that does not violate a covered
provision.
``(B) Rule of construction.--Nothing in subparagraph
(A) may be construed to limit or modify the obligation
of an individual to appropriately store, handle, or
disseminate classified information in accordance with
applicable security guidance and procedures, including
with respect to the removal or retention of classified
information.
``(C) Covered provision defined.--In this paragraph,
the term `covered provision' means--
``(i) any otherwise applicable nondisclosure
agreement;
``(ii) any otherwise applicable regulation or
order issued under the authority of chapter 18 of
the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2271 et
seq.) or Executive Order 13526;
``(iii) section 798 of title 18; or
``(iv) any other provision of law with respect
to the unauthorized disclosure of national
security information.''.
SEC. 6703. CLARIFICATION OF AUTHORITY OF CERTAIN INSPECTORS
GENERAL TO RECEIVE PROTECTED
DISCLOSURES.
Section 1104 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3234)
is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)(1), by inserting ``or covered
intelligence community element'' after ``the appropriate
inspector general of the employing agency''; and
(2) in subsection (c)(1)(A), by inserting ``or covered
intelligence community element'' after ``the appropriate
inspector general of the employing or contracting agency''.
TITLE LXVIII--UNIDENTIFIED ANOMALOUS PHENOMENA
SEC. 6801. COMPTROLLER GENERAL OF THE UNITED STATES REVIEW OF ALL-
DOMAIN ANOMALY RESOLUTION OFFICE.
(a) Definitions.--In this section, the terms ``congressional defense
committees'', ``congressional leadership'', and ``unidentified anomalous
phenomena'' have the meanings given such terms in section 1683(n) of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (50 U.S.C.
3373(n)).
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(b) Review Required.--The Comptroller General of the United States
shall conduct a review of the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (in
this section referred to as the ``Office'').
(c) Elements.--The review conducted pursuant to subsection (b) shall
include the following:
(1) A review of the implementation by the Office of the
duties and requirements of the Office under section 1683 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (50
U.S.C. 3373), such as the process for operational unidentified
anomalous phenomena reporting and coordination with the
Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and other
departments and agencies of the Federal Government and non-
Government entities.
(2) A review of such other matters relating to the
activities of the Office that pertain to unidentified anomalous
phenomena as the Comptroller General considers appropriate.
(d) <<NOTE: Timeframe.>> Report.--Following the review required by
subsection (b), in a timeframe mutually agreed upon by the congressional
intelligence committees, the congressional defense committees,
congressional leadership, and the Comptroller General, the Comptroller
General shall submit to such committees and congressional leadership a
report on the findings of the Comptroller General with respect to the
review conducted under subsection (b).
SEC. 6802. SUNSET OF REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO AUDITS OF
UNIDENTIFIED ANOMALOUS PHENOMENA
HISTORICAL RECORD REPORT.
Section 6803 of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year
2023 (50 U.S.C. 3373 note) is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)(2), by inserting ``until the date that
is 90 days after the delivery of the final volume of the
Historical Record Report'' after ``quarterly basis''; and
(2) in subsection (c), by inserting ``until the date that is
180 days after the delivery of the final volume of the
Historical Record Report'' after ``semiannually thereafter''.
TITLE LXIX--OTHER MATTERS
SEC. 6901. MODIFICATION AND REPEAL OF REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.
(a) Briefing on Iranian Expenditures Supporting Foreign Military and
Terrorist Activities.--Section 6705(a)(1) of the Damon Paul Nelson and
Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years
2018, 2019, and 2020 (22 U.S.C. 9412(a)(1)) is amended by striking ``,
and not less frequently than once each year thereafter provide a
briefing to Congress,''.
(b) Briefing on Review of Intelligence Community Analytic
Production.--Section 1019(c) of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism
Prevention Act of 2004 (50 U.S.C. 3364(c)) is amended by striking
``December 1'' and inserting ``February 1''.
(c) Repeal of Report on Oversight of Foreign Influence in
Academia.--Section 5713 of the Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young
Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2018, 2019, and
2020 (50 U.S.C. 3369b) is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)--
(A) by striking ``report'' and inserting
``briefing''; and
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(B) by striking ``submit'' and inserting
``provide''; and
(2) in subsection (c), by striking ``report'' and inserting
``briefing''.
(d) Repeal of Report on Foreign Investment Risks.--Section 6716 of
the Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence
Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2018, 2019, and 2020 (50 U.S.C.
3370a) is repealed.
(e) Repeal of Report on Intelligence Community Loan Repayment
Programs.--Section 6725(c) of the Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young
Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2018, 2019, and
2020 (50 U.S.C. 3334g(c)) is repealed.
(f) Repeal of Report on Data Collection on Attrition in Intelligence
Community.--Section 306(c) of the Intelligence Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2021 (50 U.S.C. 3334h(c)) is repealed.
SEC. 6902. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS.
(a) National Security Act of 1947.--The National Security Act of
1947 (50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.) is amended as follows:
(1) In section 102A(f)(8), <<NOTE: 50 USC 3024.>> by
striking ``withing'' and inserting ``within''.
(2) In section 103H(k)(6), <<NOTE: 50 USC 3033.>> by
striking ``involves'' and inserting ``involve''.
(3) In section 1102A(c)(1)(B)(ii), <<NOTE: 50 USC 3232a.>>
by striking the period and inserting a semicolon.
(4) In section 1104-- <<NOTE: 50 USC 3234.>>
(A) in subsection (b)(2)(A), by striking
``subsections (a)(1), (d), and (g) of section 8H of the
Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C. App.)'' and
inserting ``subsections (b)(1), (e), and (h) of section
416 of title 5, United States Code''; and
(B) in subsection (c)(1)--
(i) in subparagraph (A)(ii), by striking the
period and inserting a semicolon; and
(ii) in subparagraph (B)(i), by striking
``subsections (a)(1), (d), and (g) of section 8H
of the Inspector General Act of 1978 (5 U.S.C.
App.)'' and inserting ``subsections (b)(1), (e),
and (h) of section 416 of title 5, United States
Code''.
(5) In section 1114(a), <<NOTE: 50 USC 3244.>> by inserting
``the'' before ``Office of the Director''.
(b) National Security Agency Act of 1959.--Section 16(d)(3)(C) of
the National Security Agency Act of 1959 (50 U.S.C. 3614(d)(3)(C)) is
amended by striking ``an program'' and inserting ``a program''.
(c) Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024.--The
Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division G of
Public Law 118-31) is amended--
(1) in section 7102(a), <<NOTE: 137 Stat. 1021.>> by
striking ``section 101'' and inserting ``section 7101''; and
(2) in section 7103(b), <<NOTE: 137 Stat. 1022.>> by
striking ``section 102(a)'' and inserting ``section 7102(a)''.
(d) Requirements Relating to Construction of Facilities to Be Used
Primarily by Intelligence Community.--Section 602(a) of the Intelligence
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1995 (50 U.S.C. 3304(a)) is amended--
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(1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``$6,000,000'' and
inserting ``$9,000,000''; and
(2) in paragraph (2)--
(A) by striking ``$2,000,000'' each place it appears
and inserting ``$4,000,000''; and
(B) by striking ``$6,000,000'' and inserting
``$9,000,000''.
(e) Copyright Protection for Civilian Faculty of Certain Accredited
Institutions.--Section 105 of title 17, United States Code, is amended
to read as follows:
``Sec. 105. Subject matter of copyright: United States Government
works
``(a) In General.--Copyright protection under this title is not
available for any work of the United States Government, but the United
States Government is not precluded from receiving and holding copyrights
transferred to it by assignment, bequest, or otherwise.
``(b) Copyright Protection of Certain Works.--Subject to subsection
(c), the covered author of a covered work owns the copyright to that
covered work.
``(c) Use by Federal Government.--
``(1) Secretary of defense authority.--With respect to a
covered author who produces a covered work in the course of
employment at a covered institution described in subparagraphs
(A) through (K) of subsection (d)(2) and subparagraph (L) of
such subsection when the Coast Guard is operating as a service
in the Navy, the Secretary of Defense may direct the covered
author to provide the Federal Government with an irrevocable,
royalty-free, worldwide, nonexclusive license to reproduce,
distribute, perform, or display such covered work for purposes
of the United States Government.
``(2) Secretary of the department in which the coast guard
is operating when it is not operating as a service in the navy
authority.--With respect to a covered author who produces a
covered work in the course of employment at the covered
institution described in subsection (d)(2)(L), the Secretary of
the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating when it is
not operating as a service in the Navy may direct the covered
author to provide the Federal Government with an irrevocable,
royalty-free, worldwide, nonexclusive license to reproduce,
distribute, perform, or display such covered work for purposes
of the United States Government.
``(3) Director of national intelligence authority.--With
respect to a covered author who produces a covered work in the
course of employment at the covered institution described in
subsection (d)(2)(M), the Director of National Intelligence may
direct the covered author to provide the Federal Government with
an irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide, nonexclusive license to
reproduce, distribute, perform, or display such covered work for
purposes of the United States Government.
``(4) Secretary of transportation authority.--With respect
to a covered author who produces a covered work in the course of
employment at the covered institution described in subsection
(d)(2)(N), the Secretary of Transportation may direct the
covered author to provide the Federal Government with an
irrevocable, royalty-free, worldwide, nonexclusive
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license to reproduce, distribute, perform, or display such
covered work for purposes of the United States Government.
``(d) Definitions.--In this section:
``(1) Covered author.--The term `covered author' means a
civilian member of the faculty of a covered institution.
``(2) Covered institution.--The term `covered institution'
means the following:
``(A) National Defense University.
``(B) United States Military Academy.
``(C) Army War College.
``(D) United States Army Command and General Staff
College.
``(E) United States Naval Academy.
``(F) Naval War College.
``(G) Naval Postgraduate School.
``(H) Marine Corps University.
``(I) United States Air Force Academy.
``(J) Air University.
``(K) Defense Language Institute.
``(L) United States Coast Guard Academy.
``(M) National Intelligence University.
``(N) United States Merchant Marine Academy.
``(3) Covered work.--The term `covered work' means a
literary work produced by a covered author in the course of
employment at a covered institution for publication by a
scholarly press or journal.''.
(f) <<NOTE: Applicability. 17 USC 105 note.>> Coordination With
Other Amendments Made by This Division.--For purposes of applying
amendments made by provisions of this division other than this section,
the amendments made by this section shall be treated as having been
enacted immediately before any such amendments by other provisions of
this division.
DIVISION G-- <<NOTE: Department of State Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year 2025.>> DEPARTMENT OF STATE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025
SEC. 7001. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS.
(a) Short Title.--This division may be cited as the ``Department of
State Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025''.
(b) Table of Contents.--The table of contents for this division is
as follows:
Sec. 7001. Short title; table of contents.
Sec. 7002. Definitions.
TITLE LXXI--WORKFORCE MATTERS
Sec. 7101. Competitive local compensation plan.
Sec. 7102. Strategy for targeted recruitment of civil servants.
Sec. 7103. Electronic medical records.
Sec. 7104. Portability of professional licenses.
Sec. 7105. Expanding opportunities for Department-paid student
internship program.
Sec. 7106. Career intermission program adjustment to enhance retention.
Sec. 7107. Assignment process modernization.
Sec. 7108. Report on modifying consular tour and first tours
requirements.
Sec. 7109. Per diem allowance for newly hired members of the Foreign
Service.
Sec. 7110. Termination of residential or motor vehicle leases and
telephone service contracts for members of the Foreign
Service.
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Sec. 7111. Needs-based childcare subsidies enrollment period.
Sec. 7112. Comptroller General report on Department traveler experience.
Sec. 7113. Semiannual report on global footprint.
Sec. 7114. Report on former Federal employees advising foreign
governments.
Sec. 7115. Authority to pay for or reimburse for certain security
services.
TITLE LXXII--ORGANIZATION AND OPERATIONS
Sec. 7201. State-of-the-art building facilities.
Sec. 7202. Presence of chiefs of mission at diplomatic posts.
Sec. 7203. Periodic Inspector General reviews of chiefs of mission.
Sec. 7204. Special Envoy for Sudan.
Sec. 7205. Special Envoy for Belarus.
Sec. 7206. National Museum of American Diplomacy.
Sec. 7207. Overseas buildings due diligence.
Sec. 7208. Restrictions on the use of funds for solar panels.
Sec. 7209. Responsiveness to Congressional Research Service inquiries
and Congressional Budget Office inquiries.
Sec. 7210. Expedited opening of diplomatic missions.
Sec. 7211. Report on United States Consulate in Chengdu, People's
Republic of China.
Sec. 7212. Personnel reporting.
Sec. 7213. Support co-location with allied partner nations.
Sec. 7214. Streamline qualification of construction contract bidders.
Sec. 7215. Continuation of rest and recuperation and overseas operations
leave.
Sec. 7216. Overseas crisis response system and strategy.
TITLE LXXIII--INFORMATION SECURITY AND CYBER DIPLOMACY
Sec. 7301. Realigning the Regional Technology Officer Program.
Sec. 7302. Measures to protect Department devices from the proliferation
and use of foreign commercial spyware.
Sec. 7303. Report on cloud computing in Bureau of Consular Affairs.
Sec. 7304. Information technology pilot projects.
Sec. 7305. Leveraging approved technology for administrative
efficiencies.
TITLE LXXIV--PUBLIC DIPLOMACY
Sec. 7401. United States Agency for Global Media.
Sec. 7402. Extension of authorizations to support United States
participation in international fairs and expos.
Sec. 7403. Research and scholar exchange partnerships.
TITLE LXXV--DIPLOMATIC SECURITY AND CONSULAR AFFAIRS
Sec. 7501. Human trafficking authority.
Sec. 7502. Congressional notification for Serious Security Incidents.
Sec. 7503. Notifications regarding security decisions at diplomatic
posts.
Sec. 7504. Security clearance suspension pay flexibilities.
Sec. 7505. Modification to notification requirement for security
clearance suspensions and revocations.
Sec. 7506. Passport automation modernization.
Sec. 7507. Passport acceptance, courier services, and expiration dates.
Sec. 7508. Passport system reform and backlog prevention.
Sec. 7509. Sean and David Goldman International Child Abduction
Prevention and Return Act of 2014 Act amendments.
TITLE LXXVI--UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Sec. 7601. Personal service agreement authority for the United States
Agency for International Development.
Sec. 7602. Crisis operations and disaster surge staffing.
Sec. 7603. Education allowance while on military leave.
Sec. 7604. Inclusion in the pet transportation exception to the Fly
America Act.
TITLE LXXVII--DETERRING AND PREVENTING UNLAWFUL OR WRONGFUL DETENTION
Sec. 7701. Hostage recovery support.
Sec. 7702. Options and strategies for reducing likelihood of United
States nationals being unlawfully or wrongfully detained or
taken hostage.
Sec. 7703. Additional funding for sanctions implementation.
Sec. 7704. Enhancing United States travel advisories.
Sec. 7705. Coordination with transportation authorities and industry on
travel advisories.
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Sec. 7706. Privacy Act waiver and passport renewals.
Sec. 7707. Timeline for unlawful or wrongful detention determinations.
Sec. 7708. Declarations of invalidity.
TITLE LXXVIII--OTHER MATTERS
Sec. 7801. Authorization of appropriations to promote United States
citizen employment at the United Nations and international
organizations.
Sec. 7802. Amendment to Rewards for Justice program.
Sec. 7803. United States-Africa Leaders Summit and related matters.
Sec. 7804. Summit of the Americas.
Sec. 7805. Extension of certain payment in connection with the
International Space Station.
Sec. 7806. Inclusion of cost associated with producing reports.
Sec. 7807. Fentanyl reporting and authorities.
Sec. 7808. Strengthening tracking of Tranq.
Sec. 7809. SIGAR sunset and transition.
Sec. 7810. Coordinator for Afghan Relocation Efforts.
Sec. 7811. Feasibility study for reimbursement of certain expenses of
persons evacuated from Afghanistan.
Sec. 7812. Extensions.
SEC. 7002. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2651 note.>> DEFINITIONS.
In this division:
(1) Administrator.--The term ``Administrator'' means the
Administrator of the United States Agency for International
Development.
(2) Appropriate congressional committees.--The term
``appropriate congressional committees'' means the Committee on
Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign
Affairs of the House of Representatives.
(3) Department.--The term ``Department'' means the
Department of State.
(4) Secretary.--The term ``Secretary'' means the Secretary
of State.
(5) USAID.--The term ``USAID'' means the United States
Agency for International Development.
TITLE LXXI--WORKFORCE MATTERS
SEC. 7101. COMPETITIVE LOCAL COMPENSATION PLAN.
It is the sense of Congress that--
(1) the effectiveness and stability of United States foreign
missions are linked to the dedication and expertise of locally
employed staff; and
(2) ensuring competitive compensation packages benchmarked
against the local market is essential not only to retain
valuable talent but also to reflect a commitment to employment
practices abroad.
SEC. 7102. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> STRATEGY FOR TARGETED RECRUITMENT
OF CIVIL SERVANTS.
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees
and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the Committee on
Appropriations of the House of Representatives a strategy for targeted
and proactive recruitment to fill open civil service positions, focusing
on recruiting from schools or organizations, and on platforms targeting
those with relevant expertise related to such positions.
SEC. 7103. ELECTRONIC MEDICAL RECORDS.
(a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that--
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(1) Foreign Service personnel at the Department serve with
distinction in austere places and under challenging conditions
around the world with limited healthcare availability;
(2) the use of paper medical records, which require Foreign
Service personnel to carry files containing protected health
information from post to post, limits the availability of their
health information to Department medical personnel during
critical health incidents;
(3) electronic medical records are necessary, particularly
as the Department opens new embassies in the South Pacific,
thousands of miles from the nearest Department medical officer,
who may not have access to up-to-date personnel medical files;
(4) the lack of electronic medical records is even more
important for mental health records, as the Department only has
a small number of regional medical officer psychiatrists and
relies heavily on telehealth for most Foreign Service personnel;
and
(5) due to the critical need for electronic medical records,
it is imperative that the Department address the situation
quickly and focus on secure commercially available or other
successful systems utilized by public and private sector
organizations with a track record of successfully implementing
large-scale projects of this type.
(b) <<NOTE: Deadline. 22 USC 4084 note.>> Electronic Medical
Records Requirement.--Not later than December 31, 2027, the Secretary
shall have fully implemented an electronic medical records process or
system for all Foreign Service personnel and their Eligible Family
Members that eliminates reliance on paper medical records and includes
appropriate safeguards to protect personal privacy.
(c) Report on Implementation.--
(1) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In general.--Not later than 180
days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and every 180
days thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate
congressional committees and the Committee on Appropriations of
the Senate and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives a report on the progress made towards meeting
the requirement under subsection (b).
(2) Elements.--The report required under paragraph (1) shall
include the following elements:
(A) <<NOTE: Update. Timeline.>> An updated timeline
for implementation.
(B) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> An estimated completion
date.
(C) The amounts expended to date on the required
electronic medical records system.
(D) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> The estimated amount needed
to complete the system.
(3) Termination of requirement.--
(A) In general.--The reporting requirement under
paragraph (1) shall cease upon the earlier of--
(i) <<NOTE: Notification.>> notification to
the appropriate congressional committees that
electronic medical records have been completely
implemented for all Foreign Service personnel; and
(ii) the date that is 5 years after the date
of the enactment of this Act.
(B) Report required in case of non-implementation.--
If the Department has not completely implemented
electronic medical records within 5 years of the date of
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the enactment of this Act, the final report submitted
under paragraph (1) shall include an explanation for the
lack of completion and steps the Department will take to
finalize the electronic medical records process.
SEC. 7104. PORTABILITY OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSES.
(a) In General.--Chapter 9 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22
U.S.C. 4081 et seq.) is amended by adding after section 908 (22 U.S.C.
4088) the following new section:
``SEC. 909. <<NOTE: 22 USC 4089.>> PORTABILITY OF PROFESSIONAL
LICENSES.
``(a) In General.--In any case in which a member of the Foreign
Service or the spouse of a member of the Foreign Service has a covered
United States license and such member of the Foreign Service or spouse
relocates his or her residency because of an assignment or detail to a
location that is not in the jurisdiction of the licensing authority that
issued the covered license, such covered license shall be considered
valid at a similar scope of practice and in the discipline applied for
in the jurisdiction of such new residency for the duration of such an
assignment or detail if such member of the Foreign Service or spouse--
``(1) <<NOTE: Records.>> provides a copy of the member's
notification of assignment to the licensing authority in the
jurisdiction in which the new residency is located;
``(2) remains in good standing with--
``(A) the licensing authority that issued the
covered license; and
``(B) every other licensing authority that has
issued to the member of the Foreign Service or spouse a
license valid at a similar scope of practice and in the
discipline applied in the jurisdiction of such licensing
authority; and
``(3) submits to the authority of the licensing authority in
the new jurisdiction for the purposes of standards of practice,
discipline, and fulfillment of any continuing education
requirements.
``(b) Interstate Licensure Compacts.--If a member of the Foreign
Service or spouse of a member of the Foreign Service is licensed and
able to operate in multiple jurisdictions through an interstate
licensure compact, with respect to services provided in the jurisdiction
of the interstate licensure compact by a licensee covered by such
compact, the member of the Foreign Service or spouse of a member of the
Foreign Service shall be subject to the requirements of the compact or
the applicable provisions of law of the applicable State and not this
section.
``(c) Covered License Defined.--In this section, the term `covered
license' means a professional license or certificate--
``(1) that is in good standing with the licensing authority
that issued such professional license or certificate;
``(2) that the member of the Foreign Service or spouse of a
member of the Foreign Service has actively used during the two
years immediately preceding the relocation described in
subsection (a); and
``(3) that is not a license to practice law.''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 2 of the
Foreign Service Act of 1980 is amended by inserting after the item
relating to section 908 the following new item:
``Sec. 909. Portability of professional licenses.''.
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SEC. 7105. <<NOTE: Time periods.>> EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR
DEPARTMENT-PAID STUDENT INTERNSHIP
PROGRAM.
(a) In General.--Section 9201 of the Department of State
Authorization Act of 2022 (22 U.S. 2737) is amended--
(1) in subsection (b)(2)(A), by inserting ``or have
graduated from such an institution within the six months
preceding application to the Program'' after ``paragraph (1)'';
(2) in subsection (c), by inserting ``and gives preference
as appropriate to individuals who have not previously completed
internships within the Department of State and the United States
Agency for International Development'' after ``career in foreign
affairs''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following subsections:
``(k) Work Hours Flexibility.--Students participating in the Program
may work fewer than 40 hours per week and a minimum of 24 hours per week
to accommodate their academic schedules, provided that the total
duration of the internship remains consistent with program requirements.
``(l) Mentorship Program.--The Secretary and Administrator are
authorized to establish a mentoring and coaching program that pairs
Foreign Service or Civil Service employees with interns who choose to
participate throughout the duration of their internship.''.
SEC. 7106. <<NOTE: Time periods. 22 USC 2740.>> CAREER
INTERMISSION PROGRAM ADJUSTMENT TO
ENHANCE RETENTION.
(a) Authority to Extend Federal Employee Health Benefit Coverage.--
The Secretary and Administrator are authorized to offer employees the
option of extending Federal Employee Health Benefit coverage during pre-
approved leave without pay for up to 3 years.
(b) Responsibility for Premium Payments.--If an employee elects to
continue coverage pursuant to subsection (a) for longer than 365 days,
the employee shall be responsible for 100 percent of the premium
(employee share and government share) during such longer period.
SEC. 7107. <<NOTE: 22 USC 3982 note.>> ASSIGNMENT PROCESS
MODERNIZATION.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In General.--Not later than 18 months after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall modernize the
Foreign Service bidding process, and should consider incorporating the
following elements:
(1) A stable-pair matching, preference-ranking system for
non-directed Foreign Service employees and hiring bureaus,
allowing for a more strategic alignment of workforce and
resources.
(2) Incorporation of lessons learned from the previous
stable-pair matching bidding pilot framework referred to as
``iMatch'' but applied more expansively to include non-directed
assignments up through FS-01 positions, taking advantage of
efficiency benefits such as tandem assignment functionalities.
(3) Mechanisms to ensure transparency, efficiency,
effectiveness, accountability, and flexibility in the assignment
process, while maintaining equal opportunities for all employees
in the Foreign Service.
(4) An independent auditing process to ensure adherence to
established rules, effectiveness in meeting the Department's
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needs, and prevention of bias or manipulation, including through
the use of protected categories in making assignment decisions.
(b) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Consideration of Certain Promotion
Issues.--In parallel with assignment process modernization efforts, the
Secretary shall--
(1) assess whether any point systems tied to promotion
incentives should consider service in hard-to-fill or critical
positions; and
(2) assess whether the practice of dividing the assignment
process into winter and summer cycles is necessary or efficient
compared to stable matching processes.
(c) Reporting and Oversight.--Not later than 18 months after the
date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall provide the
appropriate congressional committees a report on the implementation of
the assignment process under this section, including--
(1) <<NOTE: Data.>> data on match rates, including in
filling critical or priority positions, officer and hiring
office satisfaction, and the impact on tandem placements;
(2) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> recommendations for
further modifications to the bidding process;
(3) <<NOTE: Overview.>> an overview of the strategy used to
communicate any changes to the workforce; and
(4) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> results of analysis into additional
transparency efforts, including those described in subsection
(a)(3).
SEC. 7108. REPORT ON MODIFYING CONSULAR TOUR AND FIRST TOURS
REQUIREMENTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Evaluations.>> In General.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit
to the appropriate congressional committees a report that evaluates--
(1) the feasibility of reducing, removing, or adding
flexibility to the directed consular tours requirements for non-
consular-coned generalist members of the Foreign Service;
(2) the projected impact on consular services if the current
practice of directed consular tours are revised or removed, and
projected additional resources or authorities that would be
needed to address such impact; and
(3) the feasibility of requiring that first tours for
members of the Foreign Service be assigned in the National
Capital Region.
(b) <<NOTE: Timeline. Assessment.>> Elements.--The report required
under subsection (a) shall include a description of resources required
to implement the changes described in such subsection, a timeline for
implementation, and an assessment of the benefits and consequences of
such changes, including any obstacles.
SEC. 7109. <<NOTE: 22 USC 4028a.>> PER DIEM ALLOWANCE FOR NEWLY
HIRED MEMBERS OF THE FOREIGN SERVICE.
(a) Per Diem Allowance.--
(1) In general.--Except as provided in paragraph (2), any
newly hired Foreign Service employee who is in initial
orientation training, or any other training expected to last
less than 6 months in the Washington, D.C. area before
transferring to the employee's first assignment overseas or
domestically outside the Washington, D.C. area shall, for the
duration of
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such training, receive a per diem allowance at the levels
prescribed under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United
States Code.
(2) Limitation on lodging expenses.--A newly hired Foreign
Service employee may not receive any lodging expenses under the
applicable per diem allowance pursuant to paragraph (1) if that
employee--
(A) has a permanent residence in the Washington,
D.C., area (not including government-supplied housing
during such orientation training or other training); and
(B) does not vacate such residence during such
orientation training or other training.
(b) Definitions.--In this section--
(1) the term ``per diem allowance'' has the meaning given
such term in section 5701 of title 5, United States Code; and
(2) the term ``Washington, D.C., area'' means the geographic
area within a 50-mile radius of the Washington Monument.
SEC. 7110. TERMINATION OF RESIDENTIAL OR MOTOR VEHICLE LEASES AND
TELEPHONE SERVICE CONTRACTS FOR MEMBERS
OF THE FOREIGN SERVICE.
Section 907 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 4087) is
amended by striking ``Service who are posted abroad at a Foreign Service
post'' and inserting ``Foreign Service who are posted in the United
States or posted abroad''.
SEC. 7111. <<NOTE: Deadline. 22 USC 2651a note.>> NEEDS-BASED
CHILDCARE SUBSIDIES ENROLLMENT PERIOD.
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Department and USAID shall--
(1) <<NOTE: Guidance.>> issue and maintain guidance on how
to apply for any program authorized under section 630 of the
Treasury and General Government Appropriations Act, 2002 (Public
Law 107-67; 115 Stat. 552); and
(2) consider using maximum flexibilities to accept
applications throughout the year or in accordance with
Qualifying Life Event changes (as defined by the Federal
Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB)).
SEC. 7112. COMPTROLLER GENERAL REPORT ON DEPARTMENT TRAVELER
EXPERIENCE.
(a) <<NOTE: Review.>> In General.--Not later than 18 months after
the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the
United States shall conduct a review and submit to the appropriate
congressional, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of
the Senate, and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of
the House of Representatives a report on the effect of section 40118 of
title 49, United States Code (commonly referred to as the ``Fly America
Act'') on Department travelers.
(b) <<NOTE: Analysis.>> Elements.--The report required under
subsection (a) shall include an analysis of the extent to which the Fly
America Act--
(1) disproportionately impacts Department personnel;
(2) impacts travelers, including their ability to find
suitable flights and the ability to complete their travel in a
timely and effective manner;
(3) increases or decreases costs to the United States
Government;
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(4) produces overly burdensome restrictions in times of
urgent travel such as Emergency Visitation Travel and Ordered/
Authorized Departure; and
(5) a description of other relevant issues the Comptroller
General determines appropriate.
SEC. 7113. SEMIANNUAL REPORT ON GLOBAL FOOTPRINT.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In General.--Not later than 90 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, and every 180 days
thereafter for 5 years, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate
congressional committees and the Committee on Appropriations of the
Senate and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives a report on the global footprint of the Department.
(b) Elements.--The report required under subsection (a) shall
include, for each diplomatic post--
(1) the number and type of Department employees assigned to
the post; and
(2) the number of allocated positions that remain unfilled.
(c) <<NOTE: Classified information.>> Form.--The report required
under subsection (a) shall be submitted in classified form.
SEC. 7114. REPORT ON FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES ADVISING FOREIGN
GOVERNMENTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In General.--Not later than 90 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for
3 years, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional
committees, the Select Committee on Intelligence, the Committee on
Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, and the Committee on Armed
Services of the Senate, and the Permanent Select Committee on
Intelligence, the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and the
Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report
that identifies former United States Government senior officials who
have been approved by the Secretary to advise foreign governments.
(b) Form.--The report required under subsection (a) shall be
submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
SEC. 7115. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2741.>> AUTHORITY TO PAY FOR OR
REIMBURSE FOR CERTAIN SECURITY SERVICES.
(a) In General.--The Secretary and the Administrator are authorized
to pay for or reimburse for appropriate security services to mitigate
risks to certain employees or members of their households resulting from
or related to the employee's official duties or affiliation with the
Department or USAID. These security equipment or services may include
security cameras and services to de-prioritize or remove internet search
results revealing personally identifiable information.
(b) Required Policy.--Prior to paying for or reimbursing services
pursuant to subsection (a), the Department shall establish a policy
that--
(1) outlines the requirements for qualifying for the payment
of or reimbursement of services;
(2) identifies the office responsible for vetting requests
for paying for or reimbursing of services; and
(3) mandates expeditious consideration of such requests.
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TITLE LXXII--ORGANIZATION AND OPERATIONS
SEC. 7201. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> STATE-OF-THE-ART BUILDING
FACILITIES.
The Secretary should use existing waiver authorities to expedite
upgrades and critical maintenance for the Harry S. Truman Federal
Building, with the goal of having at least 85 percent of construction
and upgrades completed by December 31, 2027.
SEC. 7202. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 22 USC 4081b.>> PRESENCE OF CHIEFS
OF MISSION AT DIPLOMATIC POSTS.
(a) Requirement for Arrival at Diplomatic Post Within 60 Days.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary shall require that to be
eligible for payment of travel expenses for initial arrival at
the assigned post, a chief of mission must arrive at the post
not later than 60 days after the date on which the chief of
mission was confirmed by the Senate.
(2) Exceptions.--The restriction under paragraph (1) shall
not apply to a chief of mission who arrives later than 60 days
after confirmation by the Senate if the delay was caused by one
or more of the following:
(A) A flight delay that was outside of the control
of the chief of mission or the Department.
(B) A natural disaster, global health emergency, or
other naturally occurring event that prevented the chief
of mission from entering the country of the assigned
post.
(C) Delay or refusal by the government of the host
country to accept diplomatic accreditation.
(D) Family or medical emergency.
(E) Extenuating circumstances beyond the control of
the chief of mission.
(3) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Waiver.--The Secretary may
waive the requirement under paragraph (1) upon a determination
that extenuating circumstances warrant such a waiver and upon
submission of a brief description of the determination to the
appropriate congressional committees.
(4) <<NOTE: Reports.>> Notification required.--Not later
than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and in
each case that a chief of mission arrives at an assigned post
more than 60 days after confirmation, the Secretary shall submit
to the appropriate congressional committees a report identifying
any chief of mission who arrived at the assigned post more than
60 days after confirmation by the Senate, and includes a
description of the justification.
(b) <<NOTE: Effective date. Time period. Deadline.>> Notifications
on Departures of Chiefs of Mission.--Beginning on April 1, 2025, for 5
years, the Secretary shall notify the appropriate congressional
committees of any chief of mission who has permanently departed from the
assigned post within 90 days of the departure.
SEC. 7203. <<NOTE: 22 USC 3929 note.>> PERIODIC INSPECTOR GENERAL
REVIEWS OF CHIEFS OF MISSION.
(a) <<NOTE: Effective date. Time periods.>> In General.--Beginning
on April 1, 2025, and for a 3-year period thereafter, the Inspector
General of the Department of State shall conduct management reviews of
chiefs of mission, charge d'affaires, and other principal officers
assigned overseas
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during inspection visits, when those officers have been at post more
than 180 days.
(b) <<NOTE: Records.>> Disposition.--If there are serious
management concerns raised and substantiated, a copy of the management
review document shall be provided to the rating officer for formal
discussion as part of the performance evaluation process. The management
review shall remain in the employee's personnel file unless otherwise
required by law. The subject of a review conducted pursuant to
subsection (a) shall have the opportunity to respond to and comment on
the review, and the response shall be included in the employee's file
for promotion panel review.
(c) Notification Requirement in Case of Serious Management
Concerns. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> --The Inspector General of the Department
of State shall notify the Secretary, the Deputy Secretary, and the
appropriate congressional committees within 30 days of any review in
which a preponderance of evidence shows that a chief of mission, charge
d'affaires, or other principal officer did not meet Department
guidelines, and such behavior negatively impacted the ability to conduct
operations at the mission, and which information is not otherwise
submitted as part of the periodic inspection or report.
SEC. 7204. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10001 note.>> SPECIAL ENVOY FOR SUDAN.
(a) <<NOTE: President.>> Establishment.--The President shall, with
the advice and consent of the Senate, appoint a Special Envoy for Sudan
at the Department (in this section referred to as the ``Special
Envoy''). The Special Envoy shall report directly to the Secretary and
should not hold another position in the Department while holding the
position of Special Envoy.
(b) Duties.--The Special Envoy shall--
(1) lead United States diplomatic efforts to support
negotiations and humanitarian response efforts related to
alleviating the crisis in Sudan;
(2) be responsible for coordinating policy development and
execution related to ending the conflict and a future path to
national recovery and democratic transition in Sudan across all
bureaus in the Department and coordinating with interagency
partners; and
(3) consult regularly with the appropriate congressional
committees and keep such committees fully and currently informed
on the status of diplomatic efforts and negotiations.
(c) Staffing.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary shall ensure that the Special
Envoy is staffed with personnel approved by the envoy, including
through reassignment of positions responsible for issues related
to Sudan that currently exist within the Department, encouraging
details or assignment of employees of the Department from
regional and functional bureaus with expertise relevant to
Sudan, or through request for interagency details of individuals
with relevant experience from other United States Government
departments or agencies, including the Department of Treasury.
(2) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Briefing requirements.--Not later
than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Department should brief the appropriate congressional committees
on the number of full-time equivalent positions supporting the
Special Envoy and the relevant expertise and duties of any
employees of the Department serving as detailees.
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(d) Sunset.--The position of the Special Envoy for Sudan shall
terminate on the date that is 2 years after the date of the enactment of
this Act.
SEC. 7205. SPECIAL ENVOY FOR BELARUS.
Section 6406(d) of the Department of State Authorization Act of 2023
(division F of Public Law 118-31; 22 U.S.C. 5811 note) is amended to
read as follows:
``(d) Role.--The position of Special Envoy--
``(1) shall only exist while United States diplomatic
operations in Belarus at the United States Embassy in Minsk,
Belarus are suspended; and
``(2) shall oversee the operations and personnel of the
Belarus Affairs Unit.''.
SEC. 7206. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN DIPLOMACY.
Title I of the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 is
amended by adding after section 64 (22 U.S.C. 2735a) the following:
``SEC. 65. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2735b.>> NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN
DIPLOMACY.
``(a) Activities.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Contracts. Grants.>> Support authorized.--The
Secretary is authorized to provide, by contract, grant, or
otherwise, for the performance of appropriate museum visitor and
educational outreach services and related events, including--
``(A) organizing programs and conference activities;
``(B) creating, designing, and installing exhibits;
and
``(C) conducting museum shop services and food
services in the public exhibition and related physical
and virtual space utilized by the National Museum of
American Diplomacy.
``(2) Recovery of costs.--The Secretary of State is
authorized to retain the proceeds obtained from customary and
appropriate fees charged for the use of facilities, including
venue rental for events consistent with the activities described
in subsection (a)(1) and museum shop services and food services
at the National Museum of American Diplomacy. Such proceeds
shall be retained as a recovery of the costs of operating the
Museum, credited to a designated Department account that exists
for the purpose of funding the Museum and its programs and
activities, and shall remain available until expended.
``(b) Disposition of Documents, Artifacts, and Other Articles.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Determination.>> Property.--All historic
documents, artifacts, or other articles acquired by the
Department of State for the permanent museum collection and
determined by the Secretary of State to be suitable for display
by the National Museum of American Diplomacy shall be considered
to be the property of the United States Government and shall be
subject to disposition solely in accordance with this
subsection.
``(2) Sale, trade, or transfer.--Whenever the Secretary of
State makes a determination described in paragraph (3) with
respect to a document, artifact, or other article described in
paragraph (1), taking into account considerations such as the
Museum's collections management policy and best professional
museum practice, the Secretary may sell at fair market value,
trade, or transfer such document, artifact, or other article
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without regard to the requirements of subtitle I of title 40,
United States Code. The proceeds of any such sale may be used
solely for the advancement of the activities described in
subsection (a)(1) of the National Museum of American Diplomacy
and may not be used for any purpose other than the acquisition
and direct care of the collections of the Museum.
``(3) Determinations prior to sale, trade, or transfer.--The
determination described in this paragraph with respect to a
document, artifact, or other article described in paragraph (1)
is a determination that--
``(A) the document, artifact, or other article no
longer serves to further the mission of the National
Museum of American Diplomacy as set forth in the
collections management policy of the Museum;
``(B) the sale at a fair market price based on an
independent appraisal or trade or transfer of the
document, artifact, or other article would serve to
maintain or enhance the Museum collection; and
``(C) the sale, trade, or transfer of the document,
artifact, or other article would be in the best
interests of the United States.
``(4) Loans.--In addition to the authorization under
paragraph (2) relating to the sale, trade, or transfer of
documents, artifacts, or other articles described in paragraph
(1), the Secretary of State may--
``(A) loan the documents, artifacts, or other
articles to other institutions, both foreign and
domestic, for repair, study, or exhibition when not
needed for use or display by the National Museum of
American Diplomacy; and
``(B) borrow documents, artifacts, or other articles
from other institutions or individuals, both foreign and
domestic, for activities consistent with subsection
(a)(1).''.
SEC. 7207. <<NOTE: Contracts. 22 USC note prec. 291.>> OVERSEAS
BUILDINGS DUE DILIGENCE.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period.>> In General.--The Secretary shall take
such steps as may be necessary to avoid or minimize purchasing or
leasing for 180 days or longer a covered building to be used by United
States Government personnel carrying out their official duties--
(1) in which a covered entity is known through reasonable
due diligence to have performed covered construction;
(2) in which due diligence has indicated a covered entity
has an ownership interest; or
(3) where a covered entity is expected to perform covered
construction.
(b) Notification.--
(1) <<NOTE: Determination. Deadlines.>> In general.--If,
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
determines it is in the national security interest of the United
States to acquire or lease a covered building, or enter into or
renew a contract with a covered entity to perform covered
construction with a covered building, then the Secretary shall
notify the appropriate congressional committees and the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the Committee on
Appropriations of the House of Representatives--
(A) not later than 7 days before entering into an
acquisition, lease, or agreement with a covered building
or covered entity doing covered construction; and
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(B) not later than 21 days after becoming aware of
an existing lease or agreement occurring with a covered
building or covered entity doing covered construction.
(2) Determination of national security interest.--The
notification required under paragraph (1) shall also include, to
the extent applicable--
(A) a determination of whether the inconsistent
acquisition, lease, or agreement is in the national
security interest of the United States;
(B) an identification of the interest advanced by
such inconsistent action;
(C) a detailed explanation for such determination;
and
(D) any action the Secretary has taken or intends to
take to mitigate national security vulnerabilities that
may be posed by such inconsistent action.
(c) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Covered building.--The term ``covered building'' means a
building that is used or intended to be used by personnel of a
consular or diplomatic post located outside of the United States
for carrying out their official duties.
(2) Covered construction.--The term ``covered
construction''--
(A) means any construction, development, conversion,
extension, alteration, repair, or maintenance performed
with respect to a building; and
(B) includes the installation or maintenance of
electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, air
conditioning, communication, fire protection, and energy
management systems with respect to such building.
(3) Covered entity.--The term ``covered entity'' means an
entity with respect to which the Government of the People's
Republic of China, the Government of the Russian Federation, or
an agent or instrumentality of the Government of the People's
Republic of China or the Government of the Russian Federation,
directly or indirectly, including through any contract,
arrangement, understanding, or relationship--
(A) owns or controls a significant percent of the
ownership interest; or
(B) otherwise exercises substantial control.
SEC. 7208. <<NOTE: China. 22 USC 292a note.>> RESTRICTIONS ON THE
USE OF FUNDS FOR SOLAR PANELS.
The Department may not use Federal funds to procure any solar energy
products that were manufactured in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region
of the People's Republic of China or other regions in the country, which
are known to be produced with forced labor.
SEC. 7209. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2680-3.>> RESPONSIVENESS TO
CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE INQUIRIES
AND CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE
INQUIRIES.
(a) Findings.--The Congressional Research Service and the
Congressional Budget Office are charged with rendering effective and
efficient service to Congress and responding expeditiously, effectively,
and efficiently to the needs of Congress.
(b) Responses.-- <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> The Secretary and
Administrator shall ensure that for any inquiry or request from the
Congressional Research Service or the Congressional Budget Office--
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(1) an initial substantive response to the request is sent
within 14 days of receipt of the inquiry;
(2) a complete answer responsive to the request is sent
within 90 days of receipt of the inquiry, together with an
explanation as to why the request was delayed; and
(3) Congressional Research Service and Congressional Budget
Office staff shall be treated as congressional staff for any
briefings or informal discussions.
(c) Requirement to Disclose Unclassified Information.--The Secretary
and the Administrator shall not refuse to provide information to the
Congressional Research Service or the Congressional Budget Office on the
basis that the Secretary or the Administrator deems such information to
be sensitive but unclassified.
SEC. 7210. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2656 note.>> EXPEDITED OPENING OF
DIPLOMATIC MISSIONS.
(a) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings:
(1) Increasing the United States' global diplomatic
footprint is imperative to advance United States' national
security interests, particularly in the face of a massive
diplomatic expansion of our strategic competitors.
(2) Opening or re-opening diplomatic missions, often in
small island nations where there is no United States Government
presence, but one is needed to advance United States strategic
objectives.
(3) Diplomatic missions should be resourced and equipped for
success upon opening to allow diplomats to focus on advancing
United States national interests in-country.
(4) The United States can and should move more swiftly to
open new diplomatic missions and provide United States diplomats
and locally employed staff with a workplace that meets locally
appropriate quality, safety, and security standards.
(5) To do this, the Department must streamline and support
the process of opening new posts to identify efficiencies and
remove obstacles that are unduly complicating the opening of new
diplomatic missions, particularly in small island states and
similarly situated locations.
(b) Report to Congress.--
(1) In general.--Not later than 120 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the
appropriate congressional committees and the Committee on
Appropriations of the Senate and the Committee on Appropriations
of the House of Representatives a report on how the Department
is creating a new framework to provide such diplomatic missions
the needed resources and authorities to quickly and efficiently
stand up and operate from the moment United States personnel
arrive, or even before the opening of a new mission,
particularly in small island nations.
(2) Elements.--The report required under paragraph (1) shall
include--
(A) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of authorities and
processes related to the opening of new diplomatic
missions;
(B) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of authorities and
processes related to the opening of new diplomatic
missions that the Department can waive to expediently
stand up new diplomatic missions;
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(C) essential functions that each new diplomatic
mission should be able to carry out independently upon
opening;
(D) a description of functions that another post or
support center will need to carry out to support the new
mission;
(E) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of essential equipment
and access to facilities, including to support secure
communications, that should be provided to each new
diplomatic mission, the approval of which should be
handled prior to or shortly after the opening of the new
diplomatic mission, including arrangements for basic
office equipment, vehicles, and housing;
(F) the number of recommended locally engaged staff
and United States direct hires resident in-country;
(G) the number of non-resident support staff who are
assigned to the new diplomatic mission, such as from
another post or regional support center;
(H) a description of how medical and consular
support services could be provided;
(I) <<NOTE: Procedures.>> procedures for requesting
an expansion or renovation of the post's functions or
physical platform after opening, should that be needed;
(J) any other authorities or processes that may be
required to successfully and quickly stand up a new
diplomatic mission, including any new authorities the
Department may need;
(K) <<NOTE: List.>> a list of incentives, in
addition to pay differentials, being considered for such
posts;
(L) a description of any specialized training,
including for management and security personnel
supporting the establishment of such new embassies that
may be required; and
(M) <<NOTE: List. Foreign countries.>> a list of
what steps the Department is taking to expedite embassy
construction in Dublin, Ireland, consulate build-out in
Nuuk, Greenland, and embassy renovations in Buenos
Aires, Argentina, and projected new posts in the
Caribbean and Pacific Islands.
(c) Senior Official to Lead New Embassy Expansion.--
(1) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. Procedures.>> Designation.--
The Secretary shall designate an assistant secretary-level
senior official to expedite and make recommendations for the
reform of procedures for opening new diplomatic missions abroad,
particularly in small island states.
(2) Responsibilities.--The senior official designated
pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be responsible for proposing
policy and procedural changes to the Secretary to--
(A) expediting the resourcing of new diplomatic
missions by waiving or reducing when possible mandatory
processes required to open new diplomatic missions,
taking into account the threat environment and
circumstances in the host country;
(B) when necessary, quickly adjudicating within the
Department any decision points that arise during the
planning and execution phases of the establishment of a
new mission;
(C) ensuring new missions receive the management and
operational support needed, including by designating
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such support be undertaken by another post, regional
support center, or Department entities based in the
United States; and
(D) ensuring that the authorities provided in the
Secure Embassy Construction and Counterterrorism Act of
1999 (title VI of division A of appendix G of Public Law
106-113), as amended by the Secure Embassy Construction
and Counterterrorism Act of 2022 (section 9301 of Public
Law 117-263; 136 Stat. 3879), are fully utilized in the
planning for all new diplomatic missions.
(d) New Diplomatic Mission Defined.--In this section, the term ``new
diplomatic mission'' means any bilateral diplomatic mission opened since
January 1, 2020, in a country where there had not been a bilateral
diplomatic mission since the date that is 20 years before the date of
the enactment of this Act.
(e) Sunset.--The authorities and requirements of this section shall
terminate 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
SEC. 7211. REPORT ON UNITED STATES CONSULATE IN CHENGDU, PEOPLE'S
REPUBLIC OF CHINA.
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a
report on the effect of the suspension of operations at of the United
States Consulate General in Chengdu, People's Republic of China, on July
27, 2020, on diplomatic and consular activities of the United States in
Southwestern China, including the provision of consular services to
United States citizens, and on relations with the people of Southwestern
China, including in areas designated by the Government of the People's
Republic of China as autonomous.
SEC. 7212. PERSONNEL REPORTING.
<<NOTE: Time periods.>> Not later than 60 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, and at least every 120 days thereafter for 5
years, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional
committees a report--
(1) describing the on-board personnel levels, hiring, and
attrition of the Civil Service, Foreign Service, eligible family
members, locally employed staff, and contractor workforce of the
Department, on an operating unit-by-operating unit basis; and
(2) <<NOTE: Update.>> including a status update on progress
toward fiscal year hiring plans for Foreign Service and Civil
Service.
SEC. 7213. <<NOTE: Determination. Reimbursement. 22 USC
294b.>> SUPPORT CO-LOCATION WITH ALLIED
PARTNER NATIONS.
The Secretary, following consultation which occurs a reasonable time
in advance of the exercise of the authority and includes details on
costs and purposes with the appropriate congressional committees, the
Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, and the Committee on
Appropriations of the House of Representatives may alter, repair, and
furnish United States Government-owned and leased space for use by the
government of a foreign country to facilitate co-location of such
government in such space, on such terms and conditions as the Secretary
may determine, including with respect to reimbursement of all or part of
the costs of such alteration, repair, or furnishing. Reimbursements or
advances of funds pursuant to this section may be credited to the
currently
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applicable appropriation and shall be available for the purposes for
which such appropriation is authorized.
SEC. 7214. STREAMLINE QUALIFICATION OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
BIDDERS.
Section 402 of the Omnibus Diplomatic Security and Antiterrorism Act
of 1986 (22 U.S.C. 4852) is amended--
(1) in subsection (a)--
(A) by inserting ``be awarded'' after ``joint
venture persons may'';
(B) by striking ``bid on'' both places it appears;
and
(C) in paragraph (1), by striking ``$10,000,000''
and inserting ``$25,000,000''; and
(2) in subsection (c)--
(A) in paragraph 1, by striking ``two'' and
inserting ``three''; and
(B) in paragraph (2)--
(i) in subparagraph (D), by striking ``at a
United States diplomatic or consular establishment
abroad'' and inserting ``on a Federal contract
abroad'';
(ii) by striking subparagraphs (E) and (G);
(iii) by redesignating subparagraph (F) as
subparagraph (E); and
(iv) in subparagraph (E), as redesignated by
clause (iii), by striking ``80''both places it
appears and inserting ``65''.
SEC. 7215. CONTINUATION OF REST AND RECUPERATION AND OVERSEAS
OPERATIONS LEAVE.
(a) In General.--Chapter 9 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22
U.S.C. 4081 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 903 (22
U.S.C. 4083) the following new sections:
``SEC. 903a. <<NOTE: 22 USC 4083a.>> REST AND RECUPERATION LEAVE.
``(a) Definitions.--In this section--
``(1) the term `agency' means an Executive agency (as that
term is defined in section 105 of title 5, United States Code),
but does not include the Government Accountability Office;
``(2) the term `combat zone' means a geographic area
designated by an Executive order of the President as an area in
which the Armed Forces are engaging or have engaged in combat,
an area designated by law to be treated as a combat zone, or a
location the Department of Defense has certified for combat zone
tax benefits due to its direct support of military operations;
``(3) the term `employee' means an officer or an individual
who is--
``(A) appointed in the civil service, the Foreign
Service, or any appointment authority other than the
uniformed services (as that term is defined in section
101 of title 37, United States Code), by one of the
following acting in an official capacity:
``(i) The President.
``(ii) A Member or Members of Congress, or
Congress.
``(iii) An individual who is an employee under
this section.
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``(iv) The head of a Government-controlled
corporation;
``(B) engaged in the performance of a Federal
function under authority of law or an Executive act; and
``(C) subject to the supervision of an individual
described in subparagraph (A) while engaged in the
performance of the duties of his or her position;
``(4) the term `high risk, high threat post' has the meaning
given that term in section 104 of the Omnibus Diplomatic
Security and Antiterrorism Act of 1986 (22 U.S.C. 4803); and
``(5) the term `leave year' means the period beginning on
the first day of the first complete pay period in a calendar
year and ending on the day immediately before the first day of
the first complete pay period in the following calendar year.
``(b) <<NOTE: Regulations. Time period.>> Leave for Rest and
Recuperation.--The Secretary or other head of an agency may prescribe
regulations to grant up to 20 days of paid leave, per leave year, for
the purposes of rest and recuperation to an employee of the agency
serving in a combat zone, any other high risk, high threat post, or any
other location presenting significant security or operational
challenges.
``(c) Discretionary Authority of the Secretary or Other Agency
Head.--Use of the authority under subsection (b) is at the sole and
exclusive discretion of the head of the agency concerned.
``(d) Records.--An agency shall record leave provided under this
section separately from leave authorized under any other provision of
law.
``SEC. 903b. <<NOTE: 22 USC 4083b.>> OVERSEAS OPERATIONS LEAVE.
``(a) Definitions.--In this section--
``(1) the term `agency' means an Executive agency (as that
term is defined in section 105 of title 5, United States Code),
but does not include the Government Accountability Office.
``(2) the term `employee' means an officer or an individual
who is--
``(A) appointed in the civil service, the Foreign
Service, or any appointment authority other than the
uniformed services (as that term is defined in section
101 of title 37, United States Code), by one of the
following acting in an official capacity:
``(i) The President.
``(ii) A Member or Members of Congress, or
Congress.
``(iii) An individual who is an employee under
this section.
``(iv) The head of a Government-controlled
corporation;
``(B) engaged in the performance of a Federal
function under authority of law or an Executive act; and
``(C) subject to the supervision of an individual
described in subparagraph (A) while engaged in the
performance of the duties of his or her position; and
``(3) <<NOTE: Time period.>> the term `leave year' means the
period beginning with the first day of the first complete pay
period in a calendar year and ending with the day immediately
before the first day of the first complete pay period in the
following calendar year.
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``(b) <<NOTE: Regulations. Time period.>> Leave for Overseas
Operations.--The Secretary or other head of an agency may prescribe
regulations to grant up to 10 days of paid leave, per leave year, to an
employee of the agency serving abroad for the purpose of local holidays.
``(c) Discretionary Authority of the Secretary or Other Agency
Head.--Use of the authority under subsection (b) is at the sole and
exclusive discretion of the head of the agency concerned.''.
(b) Clerical Amendment.--The table of contents in section 2 of the
Foreign Service Act of 1980 (Public Law 96-465; 94 Stat. 2071) is
amended by inserting after the item relating to section 903 the
following new items:
``Sec. 903a. Rest and recuperation leave.
``Sec. 903b. Overseas operations leave.''.
SEC. 7216. <<NOTE: 22 USC 4865 note.>> OVERSEAS CRISIS RESPONSE
SYSTEM AND STRATEGY.
(a) Senior Focal Point on Crisis Management and Response.--
(1) Designation.--The Secretary shall designate a senior
official with significant experience in crisis management and
response to support the Department's response to and management
of international crises as defined in subsection (e).
(2) Duties.--The Senior Focal Point for Crisis Management
and Response shall facilitate the Department's coordinated
response to crisis management and response, in a manner
consistent with roles and responsibilities of other senior
Department and USAID personnel assigned to address and implement
crisis management and response activities, and will carry out
relevant activities to include the following:
(A) Coordinate the Department's response to and
management of international crises.
(B) Coordinate with regional and other relevant
Department bureaus and USAID on such crises and other
matters relevant to crisis management and response.
(C) Facilitate information necessary for the
execution of after-action reviews after international
crises.
(D) Maintain close liaison with the appropriate
congressional committees regarding the Department's
response to and management of international crises.
(E) Undertake other duties, as determined by the
Secretary in consultation with the Administrator,
relevant to crisis management and response.
(3) Reporting.--The Senior Focal Point for Crisis Management
and Response shall report directly to the Secretary in the
execution of the duties described under paragraph (2).
(b) Tabletop Exercises and Simulations.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> In general.--Not later
than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and
not less frequently than annually thereafter for 3 years, the
Secretary shall direct the relevant offices of the Department to
ensure a tabletop exercise or simulation on international crises
is conducted by the Department. The tabletop exercise or
simulation should be conducted in the Washington, D.C.
metropolitan area.
(2) Matters to be included.--The Secretary shall ensure that
such exercises or simulations address the Department's crisis
response and evacuation requirements, and should include--
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(A) the necessary and appropriate information to
outline the crisis management roles and responsibilities
of the Department's senior leadership;
(B) established Department crisis management
structures for international crises;
(C) required processes, personnel, and resources for
operational drawdown and evacuation operations in
international crises; and
(D) all procedures relevant to the identification
of, coordination with, and the provision of assistance
to--
(i) private United States citizens;
(ii) United States Government employees and
their dependents;
(iii) United States allies and partners;
(iv) local nationals who have assisted United
States Government efforts; and
(v) third-country nationals.
(3) Leadership; participation.--The Secretary shall ensure
that--
(A) the Department's Senior Focal Point on Crisis
Management and Response, the Operation Center's Crisis
Management and Strategy team, the Foreign Service
Institute's Leadership and Management School's Crisis
Management Training division, or other Department
operating units, as determined to be appropriate by the
Secretary, lead such exercises or simulations; and
(B) such exercises or simulations include the
participation of the Department's relevant senior
leadership and staff, including leadership and staff
from regional and relevant functional bureaus.
(4) Consultation.--Such exercises or simulations may be
conducted in consultation with--
(A) the Department of Defense;
(B) other Federal agencies; and
(C) State and local government entities.
(5) Participation.--The Secretary may, as consistent with
the national security interests of the United States, invite to
participate in such exercises or simulations--
(A) foreign allies and partners; and
(B) civil society and nongovernmental organizations,
including those that have directly engaged in crisis
response efforts in the past.
(6) Briefing.--
(A) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Except as
provided in subparagraph (C), not later than 90 days
after the completion of any tabletop exercise or
simulation required under paragraph (1), the Department
shall brief the appropriate congressional committees,
the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, and the
Committee on Armed Services of the House of
Representatives on the organization of the tabletop
exercise or
simulation. <<NOTE: Classified information.>> The
briefing, or particular elements therein, may be
provided in a classified format.
(B) Elements.--The briefing required under
subparagraph (A) should--
(i) provide a description of the tabletop
exercise or simulation;
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(ii) identify, as appropriate, key
participants in the tabletop exercise or
simulation;
(iii) include any deficiencies identified in
prior tabletop exercise and plans to mitigate such
deficiencies;
(iv) <<NOTE: Summary.>> provide a summary of
the supporting capabilities, including
infrastructure, prepositioned equipment and
supplies, personnel and other supporting logistics
capabilities, required to respond to the simulated
international crisis; and
(v) include such other information as
determined necessary or appropriate by the
Secretary.
(C) <<NOTE: Effective date. Deadline.>> Notification
in lieu of briefing.--Beginning on the date that is 3
years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the
Secretary shall, not later than 90 days after the
completion of any tabletop exercise or simulation
required under paragraph (1), submit to the appropriate
congressional committees a notice of such exercise or
simulation which shall be in lieu of a briefing
reviewing the tabletop exercise or simulation required
under subparagraph (A).
(c) <<NOTE: Review.>> Foreign Service Institute Training.--The
Secretary shall ensure existing crisis management curricula and courses
offerings are reviewed for accuracy and tailored to relevant audiences.
In addition, the Foreign Service Institute should ensure that the
ambassadorial seminar and Deputy Chief of Mission course include
curriculum on crisis management, including one or more of the following:
(1) The use of regular internal town halls and targeted
messages from the Ambassador or Deputy Chief of Mission to
support mission objectives during crisis periods.
(2) Established best practices for internal communications
specific to high-threat posts.
(3) Diplomatic post-led drawdown and evacuation operations,
military assisted departures, and noncombatant evacuation
operations.
(4) Best practices for leading post efforts to communicate
with and assist United States citizens.
(5) How to conduct or participate in the Department's
domestic-led tabletop exercises and simulations, including those
authorized in subsection (b).
(6) Communicating with and assessing the needs of locally
employed staff during emergencies.
(d) Department of State Emergency Response Lessons Learned
Clearinghouse.--
(1) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than 180 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall
establish and maintain a clearinghouse of lessons learned and
after-action reports relating to international crises, including
evacuation operations of United States Government employees and
their eligible family members or evacuation of private United
States citizens or third-country nationals, to be known as the
``Department of State Emergency Response Lessons Learned
Clearinghouse'' (in this section referred to as the
``Clearinghouse'').
(2) Repository.--The Clearinghouse should be designed to
provide--
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(A) a central electronic repository of lessons
learned and after-action reports to be made accessible
to Department personnel to be used to improve crisis
response and contingency planning;
(B) resources to inform and develop crisis response
and contingency planning, including for the
ambassadorial seminar and Deputy Chief of Mission course
as provided in subsection (c); and
(C) publicly available documents and information, as
appropriate, for civil society, nongovernmental
organizations, academic institutions, and other
stakeholders to assist with the Department's development
of best practices.
(e) International Crisis Defined.--In this section , the term
``international crisis'' means any situation overseas which requires the
Department to change the operating status of United States diplomatic
facilities, including a diplomatic post-led or military-assisted
departure, ordered departure, or a noncombatant evacuation operation.
TITLE LXXIII--INFORMATION SECURITY AND CYBER DIPLOMACY
SEC. 7301. REALIGNING THE REGIONAL TECHNOLOGY OFFICER PROGRAM.
Section 9508(a)(1) of the Department of State Authorizations Act of
2022 (division I of Public Law 117-263; 22 U.S.C. 10305(a)(1)) is
amended by inserting ``, and shall be administered by the Bureau for
Cyberspace and Digital Policy'' before the period at the end.
SEC. 7302. <<NOTE: 22 USC 10308 note.>> MEASURES TO PROTECT
DEPARTMENT DEVICES FROM THE
PROLIFERATION AND USE OF FOREIGN
COMMERCIAL SPYWARE.
(a) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term
``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(A) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Select
Committee on Intelligence, the Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs, and the Committee on
Armed Services of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Permanent
Select Committee on Intelligence, the Committee on
Homeland Security, and the Committee on Armed Services
of the House of Representatives.
(2) Covered device.--The term ``covered device'' means any
electronic mobile device, including smartphones, tablet
computing devices, or laptop computing device, that is issued by
the Department for official use.
(3) Foreign commercial spyware; spyware.--The terms
``foreign commercial spyware'' and ``spyware'' have the meanings
given those terms in section 1102A of the National Security Act
of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3232a).
(b) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Protection of Covered Devices.--
(1) Requirement.--Not later than 120 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall, in consultation
with the relevant agencies--
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(A) <<NOTE: Standards. Guidance. Policies.>> issue
standards, guidance, best practices, and policies for
Department and USAID personnel to protect covered
devices from being compromised by foreign commercial
spyware;
(B) <<NOTE: Survey. Time period.>> survey the
processes used by the Department and USAID to identify
and catalog instances where a covered device was
compromised by foreign commercial spyware over the prior
2 years and it is reasonably expected to have resulted
in an unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information;
and
(C) <<NOTE: Reports.>> submit to the appropriate
committees of Congress a report on the measures in place
to identify and catalog instances of such compromises
for covered devices by foreign commercial spyware, which
may be submitted in classified form.
(2) <<NOTE: Assessments.>> Notifications.--Not later than 60
days after the date on which the Department becomes aware that a
covered device was seriously compromised by foreign commercial
spyware, the Secretary, in coordination with relevant agencies,
shall notify the appropriate committees of Congress of the facts
concerning such targeting or compromise, including--
(A) the location of the personnel whose covered
device was compromised;
(B) the number of covered devices compromised;
(C) an assessment by the Secretary of the damage to
the national security of the United States resulting
from any loss of data or sensitive information; and
(D) an assessment by the Secretary of any foreign
government or foreign organization or entity, and, to
the extent possible, the foreign individuals, who
directed and benefitted from any information acquired
from the compromise.
(3) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Annual report.--Not later than
one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and
annually thereafter for 5 years, the Secretary, in coordination
with relevant agencies, shall submit to the appropriate
committees of Congress, the Committee on the Judiciary of the
Senate, and the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of
Representatives a report regarding any covered device that was
compromised by foreign commercial spyware, including the
information described in subparagraphs (A) through (D) of
paragraph (2).
SEC. 7303. REPORT ON CLOUD COMPUTING IN BUREAU OF CONSULAR
AFFAIRS.
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a
report on the status of the Bureau of Consular Affairs adoption of
cloud-based products and services as well as options to require
enterprise-wide adoption of cloud computing, including for all consular
operations.
SEC. 7304. <<NOTE: Deadline.>> INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PILOT
PROJECTS.
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Chief Information Officer of the Department should consider, in
consultation with the Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Consular
Affairs, piloting not fewer than 3 information technology systems and
prioritizing information technology systems with high
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potential to accelerate the passport renewal processes, reduce
processing times, and reduce dependency on legacy systems.
SEC. 7305. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2651a note.>> LEVERAGING APPROVED
TECHNOLOGY FOR ADMINISTRATIVE
EFFICIENCIES.
The Secretary and Administrator shall ensure appropriate and secure
technological solutions are authorized and available for employee use,
where feasible, to promote technological fluency in the workforce,
including the integration of secure tools in the evaluation process to
ensure performance management standards while maximizing efficiency.
TITLE LXXIV--PUBLIC DIPLOMACY
SEC. 7401. UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR GLOBAL MEDIA.
Section 306 of the United States International Broadcasting Act of
1994 (22 U.S.C. 6205) is amended--
(1) by redesignating subsections (f) and (g) as subsection
(g) and (h), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after subsection (e) the following new
subsection:
``(f) <<NOTE: Determinations.>> Suspension and Debarment of
Grantees.--
``(1) In general.--Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3), a
grantee may not be debarred or suspended without consultation
with the Chief Executive Officer and a three-fourths majority
vote of the Advisory Board in support of such action.
``(2) Suspension.--
``(A) Criteria for suspension.--A grantee may not be
suspended unless the Advisory Board determines that the
criteria described in section 513.405 of title 22, Code
of Federal Regulations, have been met.
``(B) Suspending official.--The Advisory Board shall
collectively serve as the suspending official (as
described in section 513.105 of title 22, Code of
Federal Regulations).
``(3) Debarment.--
``(A) Criteria for debarment.--A grantee may not be
debarred unless the Advisory Board determines that one
or more of the causes described in section 513.305 of
title 22, Code of Federal Regulations, has been
established.
``(B) Debarring official.--The Advisory Board shall
collectively serve as the debarring official (as
described in section 513.105 of title 22, Code of
Federal Regulations).''.
SEC. 7402. EXTENSION OF AUTHORIZATIONS TO SUPPORT UNITED STATES
PARTICIPATION IN INTERNATIONAL FAIRS AND
EXPOS.
Section 9601 of the Department of State Authorizations Act of 2022
(division I of Public Law 117-263; 136 Stat. 3909) is amended in
subsection (b), by striking ``fiscal years 2023 and 2024'' and inserting
``fiscal years 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2027''.
SEC. 7403. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2452 note.>> RESEARCH AND SCHOLAR
EXCHANGE PARTNERSHIPS.
(a) Sense of Congress.--It is the sense of Congress that--
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(1) it is in the strategic interest of the United States to
strengthen relations with Sub-Saharan African states to promote
shared interests in the areas of--
(A) democracy and good governance;
(B) education and human capital;
(C) trade and economic development;
(D) science and technology;
(E) biodiversity, food, and agriculture; and
(F) the preservation and management of natural
resources, including critical minerals; and
(2) historically Black colleges and universities (referred
to in this section as ``HBCUs'') have a long history of--
(A) cultivating diaspora relations with Sub-Saharan
African states; and
(B) developing innovative solutions to some of the
world's most pressing challenges.
(b) Strengthened Partnerships.--The Secretary and the Administrator
should seek to strengthen and expand partnerships and educational
exchange opportunities, including by working with HBCUs, which build the
capacity and expertise of students, scholars, and experts from Sub-
Saharan Africa in key development sectors.
(c) Technical Assistance.--The Administrator is authorized to--
(1) provide technical assistance to HBCUs to assist in
fulfilling the goals of this section, including in developing
contracts, operating agreements, legal documents, and related
infrastructure; and
(2) upon request, provide feedback to HBCUs, to the maximum
extent practicable, after a grant rejection from relevant
Federal programs in order to improve future grant applications,
as appropriate.
TITLE LXXV--DIPLOMATIC SECURITY AND CONSULAR AFFAIRS
SEC. 7501. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2709 note.>> HUMAN TRAFFICKING
AUTHORITY.
(a) <<NOTE: Investigation.>> In General.--The Secretary is
authorized to investigate transnational violations of chapter 77 of
title 18, United States Code, in which part of the offense conduct
occurred outside the United States or involved one or more foreign
nationals.
(b) Authorities.--Section 37(a)(1) of the State Department Basic
Authorities Act of 1956 (22 U.S.C. 2709(a)(1)) is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (B), by striking ``; or'' and inserting
a semicolon;
(2) by redesignating subparagraph (C) as subparagraph (D);
and
(3) by inserting after subparagraph (B) the following new
subparagraph:
``(C) transnational violations of chapter 77 of
title 18, United States Code, in which any part of the
offense conduct occurred outside the United States or
involved one or more foreign nationals; or''.
(c) <<NOTE: Time period. Assessments.>> Report.--Not later than one
year after the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually
thereafter for 3 years, the
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Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a
report that includes each of the following:
(1) The number of relevant cases opened and investigated by
the Diplomatic Security Service as a result of the additional
authorities granted by the amendments made by this section.
(2) The percentage of the cases opened and investigated by
the Diplomatic Security Service as a result of the additional
authorities granted by the amendments made by this section that
were referred for further action, including prosecution.
(3) An assessment of the efficacy of the authorities granted
by the amendments made by this section and whether such
authorities are sufficient to meaningfully contribute to
Department and broader United States Government efforts to
prosecute and prevent, where applicable, human trafficking and
transnational violations of chapter 77 of title 18, United
States Code.
(4) An assessment of whether the resources of the Diplomatic
Security Service are sufficient to effectively carry out the
objectives of this section.
(d) Sunset.--This section and the amendments made by subsection (b)
shall terminate on the date that is three years after the date of the
enactment of this Act, and the provisions of law amended by such
amendments shall be restored as if such amendments had not been enacted.
(e) Appropriate Committees of Congress Defined.--In this section,
the term ``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(1) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Committee on
Judiciary, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
and
(2) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on
Judiciary, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives.
SEC. 7502. CONGRESSIONAL NOTIFICATION FOR SERIOUS SECURITY
INCIDENTS.
Section 301(a) of the Omnibus Diplomatic Security and Antiterrorism
Act of 1986 (22 U.S.C. 4833(a)), is amended--
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (2) and (3) as paragraphs
(3) and (4), respectively;
(2) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new
paragraph:
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Initial congressional
notification.--The Secretary shall notify the Committee on
Foreign Relations of the Senate, the Committee on Foreign
Affairs of the House of Representatives, the majority and
minority leaders of the Senate, and the Speaker and minority
leader of the House of Representatives not later than 8 days
after a possible Serious Security Incident has been identified
by the Department. Such notification shall include a preliminary
description of the incident, of an incident described in
paragraph (1), including any known individuals involved, when
and where the incident took place, and the next steps in the
investigation.''; and
(3) in paragraph (4), as redesignated by paragraph (1) of
this section, by striking ``paragraph (2)'' and inserting
``paragraph (3)''.
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SEC. 7503. NOTIFICATIONS REGARDING SECURITY DECISIONS AT
DIPLOMATIC POSTS.
Section 103(c) of section 103 of the Omnibus Diplomatic Security and
Antiterrorism Act of 1986 (22 U.S.C. 4802(c)) is amended--
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (1) and (2) as subparagraphs
(A) and (B), respectively;
(2) by striking ``The Secretary'' and inserting ``(1) The
Secretary''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(2) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> The Secretary of State shall
notify the appropriate congressional committees within 10 days
of any decision to retain authority over or approve decisions at
an overseas post, including the movement of personnel.''.
SEC. 7504. SECURITY CLEARANCE SUSPENSION PAY FLEXIBILITIES.
Section 610(c)(6) of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C.
4010(c)(6)) is amended by striking ``paragraph 1(B)'' and inserting
``this subsection''.
SEC. 7505. MODIFICATION TO NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENT FOR SECURITY
CLEARANCE SUSPENSIONS AND REVOCATIONS.
Section 6710(a) of the Department of State Authorization Act of 2023
(division F of Public Law 118-31; 22 U.S.C. 2651a note) is amended--
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (1) and (2) as subparagraphs
(A) and (B), respectively, and moving such subparagraphs, as so
redesignated, 2 ems to the right;
(2) by striking ``In General.--With respect'' and inserting
the following: ``Notification.--
``(1) In general.--With respect'';
(3) in subparagraph (B), as redesignated by paragraph (1)--
(A) by striking ``revocation on'' and all that
follows through ``or revocation'' and inserting
``revocation on--
``(A) the present employment status of the covered
official and whether the job duties of the covered
official have changed since such suspension or
revocation;
``(B) the basis for such suspension or revocation,
including a complete description;
``(C) the investigation of the covered official and
the results of such investigation; and
``(D) any negative fallout or impacts for the
Department of State, the United States Government, or
national security of the United States as a result of
the actions for which the security clearance was
suspended or revoked.''; and
(4) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(2) Submission to intelligence committees.--To the extent
the basis for any suspension or revocation of a security
clearance is premised on the unauthorized release of
intelligence (as defined by section 3(1) of the National
Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003(1)), the Select Committee
on Intelligence of the Senate and the Permanent Select Committee
on Intelligence of the House of Representatives shall be an
appropriate congressional committee for the purposes of this
section.''.
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SEC. 7506. PASSPORT AUTOMATION MODERNIZATION.
The Act entitled ``An Act to regulate the issue and validity of
passports, and for other purposes'', approved July 3, 1926 (44 Stat.
887, 22 U.S.C. 211a), is amended--
(1) by inserting ``and through the use of Department of
State electronic systems,'' after ``the insular possessions of
the United States,''; and
(2) by striking ``person'' and inserting ``entity''.
SEC. 7507. PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE, COURIER SERVICES, AND EXPIRATION
DATES.
(a) Authority to Designate Additional Persons to Serve as Passport
Agents.--Section 6109(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2024 (22 U.S.C. 213a(b)) is amended--
(1) by redesignating paragraph (6) as paragraph (7); and
(2) by inserting after paragraph (5) the following new
paragraph:
``(6) <<NOTE: Determination.>> A United States citizen who,
as determined by the Secretary, is employed by and provides
services through a reputable, established company or institution
and is commissioned or appointed as a notary or notary public or
otherwise authorized to perform a notarization under the laws of
a State, district, or territorial government.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 22 USC 213 note.>> Improvements Related to Hand-carry
Courier Services for Passport Applications and Passports.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary shall take such steps as may
be necessary to--
(A) facilitate an increase in the number of
companies certified to provide hand-carry courier
services;
(B) increase the daily maximum number of
applications for United States passports, by type, that
such companies may submit to a passport agency of the
Department (commonly referred to as ``meeting slots'')
as part of the hand-carry courier services of such
company; and
(C) facilitate citizens' awareness of the tools
applicants may use to locate companies certified to
provide hand-carry courier services, including adding
contact information in the form of a weblink, phone
number, or physical office address to the online list of
registered courier companies.
(2) Hand-carry courier service defined.--In this section,
the term ``hand-carry courier service'' includes--
(A) the transport of applications for United States
passports to a passport agency of the Department for
processing; and
(B) the retrieval of newly issued United States
passports for delivery, directly or indirectly, to the
passport holder.
(c) Revision to Date of Expiration of United States Passports.--
<<NOTE: Effective date. Time period. 22 USC 217a note.>> The Secretary
may take such actions as may be necessary to provide for the date of
expiration of each United States passport issued or renewed on or after
the date that is 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act to
be the same date as the date of birth of the applicant or holder of the
passport.
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SEC. 7508. <<NOTE: 22 USC 211a note.>> PASSPORT SYSTEM REFORM AND
BACKLOG PREVENTION.
(a) <<NOTE: Evaluation.>> Standards for Passport Issuance Process.--
In administering and modernizing the passport issuance process, the
Secretary shall evaluate the performance of such process against the
following criteria:
(1) To maintain a service standard of processing a routine
new or renewal adult passport application from document
submission until mailing of final documents in an expeditious
and reliable timeframe.
(2) To maintain low passport fees and surcharges.
(3) To ensure world-class technical, security, and
cybersecurity standards for United States passports and the
passport issuance process.
(4) To minimize typographical, clerical, or picture-based
errors.
(5) To provide a streamlined customer experience for
passport applicants.
(6) To provide reasonably convenient passport services to
United States citizens and nationals living a significant
distance from a passport agency, particularly residents in a
significant population center more than a 5-hour drive from a
passport agency.
(b) Enhanced Information Technology Solutions to Improve the
Passport Issuance Process.--
(1) In general.--The Secretary shall seek to implement the
information technology solutions described in paragraph (2) in
accordance with the timelines described in such paragraph.
(2) Enhanced information technology solutions and timelines
described.--The enhanced information technology solutions and
timelines described in this paragraph are the following:
(A) <<NOTE: Contracts. Mobile
application.>> Consistent with the Bureau's
modernization plans and timelines, and subject to the
availability of funds, the Secretary shall seek to enter
into contracts or agreements as appropriate, for the
establishment and maintenance of a mobile application to
allow for applicant communication with the Department,
including document submission, application status
tracking, virtual appointments, access to the
notification of application errors, and allowing for
passport holders to receive messages from the Department
and communicate emergencies to the Department.
(B) The Secretary may provide each passport
applicant with the option of whether to use the mobile
application described in subparagraph (A) or another
service of the Department.
(C) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> As a condition for awarding
any contracts described in subparagraph (A), any
awardees shall demonstrate they can begin tests on the
solution within one year of the award of the contract
and complete implementation, including bug fixes,
cybersecurity audits, and customer service testing, not
later than 2 years after the award of the contract.
(D) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Consistent with existing
law, the Secretary shall seek to expand the online
passport renewal system, including to accept electronic
document submission for first-time adult applications as
applicable, in addition to adult
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renewal applications, in sufficient volume to be able to
accommodate most applications by the date that is 4
years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
(E) First-time applicants shall continue to verify
their applications in-person subject to the requirements
of section 1 of title IX of the Act of June 15, 1917 (22
U.S.C. 213).
(F) <<NOTE: Contracts.>> To meet the objectives
described in subparagraphs (D) and (E), the Secretary
may, to the maximum extent practicable, make use of
commercially available technology solutions, including
entering into contracts or agreements as appropriate for
the expansion and maintenance of the online passport
renewal system to accommodate the functionality
described in such subparagraphs.
(G) In expanding the online passport renewal system
pursuant to subparagraph (D), the following services
should be included or otherwise accounted for:
(i) A user-friendly internet website or portal
to facilitate internet-based submission of
passport applications by adults.
(ii) To the extent possible, remote document
verification tools and infrastructure to allow for
a passport transaction to be completed entirely
remotely.
(iii) To the extent possible, information
technology infrastructure not already maintained
by the Department.
(H)(i) The Secretary shall take all reasonable steps
to implement additional rules-based tools to adjudicate
passport renewals while maintaining human passport
authorizing officers involved in the adjudication and
issuance processes and should strongly consider
commercially available technology solutions,
(ii) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> The tools described in
clause (i) shall be fully operational within 4 years of
the date of the enactment of this Act.
(iii) The Chief Information Officer shall ensure
that the use of the tools do not make passport
adjudication more vulnerable to cyberattack.
(iv) The Secretary shall ensure that the tools
described in clause (i) are implemented consistent with
the maintenance of standards appropriate to ensuring the
integrity of the United States passport.
(I) <<NOTE: Consultation.>> In carrying out the
requirements of this subsection, the Secretary shall
consult with the Chief Information Officer of the Bureau
of Consular Affairs, or other technical officer of the
Department as appropriate, to ensure technical
feasibility and specifications, cybersecurity
requirements, compatibility with existing Department
information technology infrastructure, and the
feasibility of timelines from a technical standpoint.
(J) The Secretary shall ensure the scalability and
long-term viability and upgradability of any information
technology systems developed or procured pursuant to
this subsection.
(3) Interim action plan.--
(A) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> In general.--Not later than
one year after the date of the enactment of this Act,
the Assistant Secretary,
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in consultation with the Chief Information Officer,
shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees
an action plan on how the Bureau plans to complete the
modernization described in this subsection in
conjunction with other related, ongoing steps to
modernize the passport issuance process.
(B) Elements.--The action plan required by
subparagraph (A) shall include the following elements:
(i) Progress made on implementing the
information technology solutions described in
paragraph (2) within specified timelines, and
additional steps planned.
(ii) <<NOTE: Costs. Timeline.>> The expected
cost and timeline for implementation of the
information technology solutions described in
paragraph (2).
(iii) <<NOTE: Evaluation. Determination.>> An
evaluation of the information technology solutions
described in paragraph (2) to determine whether
the full implementation of such solutions will
require additional funding or authorities,
including budget estimates and a description of
such authorities, as appropriate.
(iv) Efforts to ensure world-class
cybersecurity standards for protection of passport
applicant data and the passport issuance process
infrastructure, particularly such infrastructure
involved in adjudication of passport applications.
(v) Other specific planned steps that the
Bureau will take to achieve the criteria described
in subsection (a).
(4) Final report.--Not later than 4 years after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Assistant Secretary, in
consultation with the Chief Information Officer, shall submit to
the appropriate congressional committees a report on the
following:
(A) Progress on each information technology solution
described in paragraph (2).
(B) Additional information technology solutions the
Bureau intends to adopt.
(C) <<NOTE: Costs.>> Changes in the cost for
implementation of the steps described in the action
plan, if applicable.
(5) Form.--The plans and report required by this subsection
shall be submitted in an unclassified form and may include a
classified annex, if necessary.
(c) Rule of Construction for Passport Issuance.--Nothing in this
section may be construed as an offer to procure a service or services or
as a guarantee of a contract for such services.
SEC. 7509. SEAN AND DAVID GOLDMAN INTERNATIONAL CHILD ABDUCTION
PREVENTION AND RETURN ACT OF 2014 ACT
AMENDMENTS.
(a) Definitions.--Section 3 of the Sean and David Goldman
International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act of 2014 (22
U.S.C. 9101) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (3)--
(A) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by
striking `` `abduction case' means a'' and inserting
``abduction case means--
``(A) a'';
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(B) by striking ``(A) has been reported'' and
inserting the following:
``(i) has been reported'';
(C) in clause (i) (as so designated), by striking
``and'' at the end;
(D) by striking ``(B) meets the criteria'' and
inserting the following:
``(ii) meets the criteria'';
(E) in clause (ii) (as so designated), by striking
the period at the end and inserting ``; and''; and
(F) by adding at the end the following new
subparagraph:
``(B) includes any case reported involving an
application filed with the Central Authority of the
United States or directly with the foreign central
authority by a parent seeking rights of access or
return.''; and
(2) in paragraph (11), by striking ``16'' and inserting
``18''.
(b) Action in the Case of Abducted Children Who Reach the Age of
16.--Section 201 of the Sean and David Goldman International Child
Abduction Prevention and Return Act of 2014 (22 U.S.C. 9121) is amended
by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(d) Action in the Case of Abducted Children Who Reach the Age of
16.--When an individual who is an abducted child attains 16 years of
age, a consular officer from a United States diplomatic mission in the
country in which such individual resides shall, until either the left-
behind parent seeking assistance or the individual (after attaining 18
years of age) requests the officer to cease, annually attempt to contact
such individual, through welfare and whereabout visits and by engaging
other agencies and foreign counterparts as necessary, to provide
information, as relevant, on rights and privileges as a United States
citizen, such as passports, and any eligible benefits from left-behind
parent, such as G.I. educational and health benefits and to obtain a
verified location of such individual.''.
(c) Study on International Parental Child Abduction.--Section 202 of
the Sean and David Goldman International Child Abduction Prevention and
Return Act of 2014 (22 U.S.C. 9122) is amended by adding at the end the
following new subsection:
``(h) Study of International Parental Child Abduction.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Contracts. Reports.>> Study required.--Not
later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this
subsection, the Secretary of State, subject to the availability
of funds, shall seek to enter into an agreement with an
appropriate university, research institution, or nongovernmental
organization to study and publish a report on the impact to
abducted children and left-behind parents as a result of
international parental child abduction.
``(2) Consultation.--The Secretary of State shall consult
with the appropriate congressional committees on the goals of
the study and report required under paragraph (1).
``(3) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Authorization of
appropriations.--There is authorized to be appropriated
$1,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 and 2026 to carry out
the study required under paragraph (1).''.
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TITLE LXXVI--UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
SEC. 7601. PERSONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT AUTHORITY FOR THE UNITED
STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL
DEVELOPMENT.
Section 636(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C.
2396(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(17) <<NOTE: Determination.>> employing individuals or
organizations, by contract, for services abroad for purposes of
this Act and title II of the Food for Peace Act, and individuals
employed by contract to perform such services shall not by
virtue of such employment be considered to be employees of the
United States Government (except that the Administrator of the
United States Agency for International Development may determine
the applicability to such individuals of section 5 of the State
Department Basic Authorities Act of 1965 (22 U.S.C. 2672)
regarding tort claims when such claims arise in foreign
countries in connection with United States operations abroad,
and of any other law administered by the Administrator
concerning the employment of such individuals abroad), and such
contracts are authorized to be negotiated, the terms of the
contracts to be prescribed, and the work to be performed, where
necessary, without regard to such statutory provisions as relate
to the negotiation, making, and performance of contracts and
performance of work in the United States.''.
SEC. 7602. CRISIS OPERATIONS AND DISASTER SURGE STAFFING.
Section 625 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2385)
is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
``(k) Crisis Operations and Disaster Surge Staffing.--(1) The
United <<NOTE: Appointments.>> States Agency for International
Development is authorized to appoint personnel in the excepted service
using funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available
under the heading `Transition Initiatives' in an Act making
appropriations for the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and
Related Programs and to carry out the provisions of part I and chapter 4
of part II of this Act of and section 509(b) of the Global Fragility Act
of 2019 (title V of division J of Public Law 116-94) to prevent or
respond to foreign crises.
``(2) Funds authorized to carry out such purposes may be made
available for the operating expenses and administrative costs of such
personnel and may remain attributed to any minimum funding requirement
for which they were originally made available.
``(3) The Administrator of the United States Agency for
International Development shall coordinate with the Office of Personnel
Management on implementation of the appointment authority under
paragraph (1).
``(4) <<NOTE: Time period. Reports.>> Not later than one year after
the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 3
years, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate congressional
committees, the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
of the
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Senate, the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Committee on
Oversight and Accountability of the House of Representatives, and the
Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives a report
regarding the continued need for and utilization of the authority
pursuant to this subsection.''.
SEC. 7603. EDUCATION ALLOWANCE WHILE ON MILITARY LEAVE.
Section 908 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 4088) is
amended by inserting ``or United States Agency for International
Development'' after ``A Department''.
SEC. 7604. INCLUSION IN THE PET TRANSPORTATION EXCEPTION TO THE
FLY AMERICA ACT.
Section 6224(a)(1) of the Department of State Authorization Act of
2023 (division F of Public Law 118-31; 22 U.S.C. 4081a) is amended, in
the matter preceding subparagraph (A)--
(1) by striking ``the Department is'' and inserting ``the
Department and the United States Agency for International
Development (USAID), and other United States Government
employees under chief of mission authority are''; and
(2) by striking ``Department personnel'' and inserting
``Department and USAID personnel, and other United States
Government employees under chief of mission authority''.
TITLE LXXVII--DETERRING AND PREVENTING UNLAWFUL OR WRONGFUL DETENTION
SEC. 7701. HOSTAGE RECOVERY SUPPORT.
Section 302(d) of the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-
Taking Accountability Act (22 U.S.C. 1741(d)) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (2)(B)(ii)(II), by inserting ``unless the
Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs determines that
circumstances warrant an additional night,'' after ``lodging,'';
and
(2) in paragraph (4), by striking ``of any amount spent
above $250,000 for any fiscal year to carry out paragraphs (2)
and (3)'' and inserting ``not later than 14 days after such time
that total expenditures to carry out paragraphs (2) and (3) in
any fiscal year surpass $250,000 for any fiscal year''.
SEC. 7702. OPTIONS AND STRATEGIES FOR REDUCING LIKELIHOOD OF
UNITED STATES NATIONALS BEING UNLAWFULLY
OR WRONGFULLY DETAINED OR TAKEN HOSTAGE.
The Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking
Accountability Act (22 U.S.C. 1741 et seq.) is amended by inserting
after section 305 the following new section:
``SEC. 305A. <<NOTE: Classified information. Recommenda- tions. 22
USC 1741c-1.>> REPORT ON STRATEGIES FOR
REDUCING LIKELIHOOD OF UNITED STATES
NATIONALS BEING UNLAWFULLY OR WRONGFULLY
DETAINED OR TAKEN HOSTAGE.
``Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this
section, the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs, in
coordination with the Hostage Recovery Fusion Cell, the Hostage Response
Group, and relevant agencies, as appropriate, shall submit to the
President and Congress a classified report that identifies
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and recommends options and strategies to reduce the likelihood of United
States nationals being unlawfully or wrongfully detained abroad or taken
hostage.''.
SEC. 7703. ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR SANCTIONS IMPLEMENTATION.
(a) In General.--There is authorized to be appropriated to the
Secretary of State and the Secretary of the Treasury for fiscal year
2026 $2,000,000 to implement the sanctions authorities, except for any
authority or requirement to impose sanctions on the importation of
goods, provided by section 306 of the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery
and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act (22 U.S.C. 1741d) and Executive
Order 14078 (22 U.S.C. 1741 note prec.; relating to bolstering efforts
to bring hostages and wrongfully detained United States nationals home).
(b) Good Defined.--In this section, the term ``good'' means any
article, natural or manmade substance, material, supply or manufactured
product, including inspection and test equipment, and excluding
technical data.
SEC. 7704. <<NOTE: Appropriation authorization.>> ENHANCING UNITED
STATES TRAVEL ADVISORIES.
There is authorized to be appropriated $2,000,000 for the Bureau of
Consular Affairs to use on travel advisory advertisement campaigns
regarding travel made by United States nationals to countries under
Level 4 ``Do Not Travel'' advisories issued by the Department of State
Travel Advisory System.
SEC. 7705. COORDINATION WITH TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITIES AND
INDUSTRY ON TRAVEL ADVISORIES.
The Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking
Accountability Act (22 U.S.C. 1741 et seq.) is amended by inserting
after section 305A, as added by section 7702 of this Act, the following
new section:
``SEC. 305B. <<NOTE: 22 USC 1741c-2.>> COORDINATION WITH
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITIES AND INDUSTRY
ON DEPARTMENT OF STATE TRAVEL
ADVISORIES.
``(a) Coordination With the Department of Homeland Security.--
``(1) <<NOTE: Guidance.>> In general.--The Secretary of
State shall, in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland
Security and representatives of any other Federal agency
determined necessary, and in consultation with the Special
Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs and the Assistant
Secretary of State for Consular Affairs, develop messaging and
informational guidance to be delivered at all United States
international airports and on relevant United States Government
websites warning United States nationals of the risks of
wrongful or unlawful detention or hostage-taking in covered
countries.
``(2) Messaging and guidance.--The messaging and guidance
described under paragraph (1) may include--
``(A) posters, brochures, and other informational
materials;
``(B) web banners or other warnings to be displayed
on relevant United States Government websites and
webpages;
``(C) verbal warnings at United States international
airports to United States nationals whose destinations,
to the extent they are discernable, are covered
countries; and
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``(D) other methods deemed appropriate by the
Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of
Homeland Security and representatives of any other
Federal agency determined necessary.
``(b) Department of State Coordination With United States
Airlines.--The Secretary of State shall, in coordination with the
Secretary of Homeland Security and representatives of any other Federal
agency determined necessary, and in consultation with the Special
Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs and Assistant Secretary of the
Bureau of Consular Affairs, work with United States airlines to provide
warnings about the risk of wrongful or unlawful detention and hostage-
taking to United States nationals booking travel through their airlines
to a covered country.
``(c) Report.--Not later than one year after the date of the
enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State shall, in coordination
with the Secretary of Homeland Security and representatives of any other
Federal agency determined necessary, submit to Congress a report
detailing--
``(1) the additional steps taken to warn United States
nationals of the risks of wrongful or unlawful detention and
hostage-taking abroad, including those described in this
section;
``(2) efforts to improve the visibility and expand the reach
of Department of State travel advisories concerning the risks to
United States nationals of wrongful or unlawful detention and
hostage-taking abroad; and
``(3) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> additional
recommendations on steps the United States Government might take
to improve the awareness of United States nationals of the risk
of wrongful or unlawful detention and hostage-taking abroad.
``(d) Covered Country Defined.--In this section, the term `covered
country' means a country for which a Department of State travel advisory
contains either the `K--Kidnapping or Hostage Taking' or `D--Wrongful
Detention' Risk Indicators.''.
SEC. 7706. PRIVACY ACT WAIVER AND PASSPORT RENEWALS.
(a) Requirement To Include Travel Advisory Information on United
States Passports.--Section 6103 of the Department of State Authorization
Act of 2023 (division F of Public Law 118-31; 22 U.S.C. 211a note) is
amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``should''
and inserting ``shall''.
(b) Inclusion of Privacy Act Written Consent Form in Passport
Application.--Section 1 of title IX of the Act of June 15, 1917 (22
U.S.C. 213), is amended by adding at the end the following: ``Each
passport application made available to potential applicants (DS-11) and
each passport renewal application made available to current passport
holders (DS-82) shall include a form that, if completed, indicates the
applicant's consent to the disclosure of information otherwise protected
under section 552a of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the
`Privacy Act of 1974') in the event such applicant is determined to be
wrongfully detained by a foreign government. Declining to complete such
form shall not affect the issuance of a passport to a qualified
applicant or diplomatic efforts to secure the release of a United States
national from the custody of a foreign government or entity.''.
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SEC. 7707. TIMELINE FOR UNLAWFUL OR WRONGFUL DETENTION
DETERMINATIONS.
Section 302 of the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-
Taking Accountability Act (22 U.S.C. 1741) is amended by adding at the
end the following:
``(e) <<NOTE: Deadlines.>> Timeline for Unlawful or Wrongful
Detention Determinations.--
``(1) Credible information determinations.--
``(A) <<NOTE: Time period. Review.>> In general.--
Not less frequently than every 180 days, the Assistant
Secretary for the Bureau of Consular Affairs and the
Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs shall
review the cases where there is potential credible
information that any United States national is being
detained wrongfully and which has been identified
through official government channels to both bureaus.
``(B) <<NOTE: Classified information.>> Report of
findings.--Not later than 30 days after each review
under subparagraph (A), the Assistant Secretary of State
for Consular Affairs and the Special Presidential Envoy
for Hostage Affairs shall jointly submit to Congress a
classified report identifying the United States
nationals identified as a result of the review in
subparagraph (A) detained overseas who have not, as of
the date of the report, been determined by the Secretary
to be unlawfully or wrongfully detained.
``(C) Notification to family members.--In the case
of a United States national detained overseas identified
in the report under subparagraph (B), the Assistant
Secretary of State for Consular Affairs shall notify a
family member (as that term is defined in subsection
(d)(8)) or the legal representative of the United States
national not later than 30 days after the transmittal of
the report required by subparagraph (B).
``(2) Status determinations.--
``(A) <<NOTE: Assessment.>> In general.--Except as
provided in subparagraph (B) and to the extent
practicable, not later than 180 days after the date on
which the Secretary of State receives an assessment from
the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs or
the head of any other relevant bureau of the Department
of State that credible information exists that a United
States national is being detained unlawfully or
wrongfully, the Secretary shall determine whether the
United States national is in fact being unlawfully or
wrongfully detained.
``(B) Waiver.--
``(i) In general.--The Secretary may waive the
requirement under subparagraph (A) to make an
unlawful or wrongful detention determination if
the Secretary--
``(I) determines that making such a
determination may jeopardize the safety
or interests of the United States
national being detained abroad or the
national security interests of the
United States; and
``(II) <<NOTE: Classified information. Re
ports.>> submits to Congress a
classified report describing the reasons
for the waiver.
``(ii) Timing.--A waiver under clause (i)
shall expire on the date that is 180 days after
the date
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on which the Secretary submits the report on the
waiver to Congress pursuant to clause (i)(II).
``(iii) Renewal.--The Secretary may renew a
waiver granted pursuant to clause (i) in the
manner provided under such clause.''.
SEC. 7708. DECLARATIONS OF INVALIDITY.
Section 302 of the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-
Taking Accountability Act (22 U.S.C. 1741), as amended by section 7707
of this Act, is further amended by adding at the end the following new
subsection:
``(f) <<NOTE: Determination. President.>> Declarations of
Invalidity.--Upon the release of a United States national determined to
be unlawfully or wrongfully detained abroad and the return of that
national, the President shall issue to that national a letter, to be
known as a `declaration of invalidity', that officially declares the
detention abroad of the national as invalid for the purpose of
completing any documentation that warrants a background investigation or
review of prior offenses, such as a conviction.''.
TITLE LXXVIII--OTHER MATTERS
SEC. 7801. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS TO PROMOTE UNITED
STATES CITIZEN EMPLOYMENT AT THE UNITED
NATIONS AND INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS.
(a) In General.--The President should direct United States
departments and agencies to, in coordination with the Secretary --
(1) fund and recruit Junior Professional Officers for
positions at the United Nations and related specialized and
technical organizations; and
(2) facilitate secondments, details, and transfers to
agencies and specialized and technical bodies of the United
Nations.
(b) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Authorization of Appropriations.--There
is authorized to be appropriated an additional $20,000,000 for each of
the fiscal years 2025 through 2031 for the Secretary to support Junior
Professional Officers, details, transfers, and interns that advance
United States interests at multilateral institutions and international
organizations, including to recruit, train, and host events related to
such positions, and to promote United States citizen candidates for
employment and leadership positions at multilateral institutions and
international organizations.
(c) Availability.--Amounts appropriated pursuant to subsection (a)
shall remain available until expended.
(d) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Congressional Notification.--Not later than
15 days prior to the obligation of funds authorized to be appropriated
under this section, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate
congressional committees and the Committee on Appropriations of the
Senate and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives a notification outlining the amount and proposed use of
such funds.
SEC. 7802. AMENDMENT TO REWARDS FOR JUSTICE PROGRAM.
Section 36(b) of the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956
(22 U.S.C. 2708(b)) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (13), by striking ``; or'' and inserting a
semicolon;
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(2) in paragraph (14), by striking the period at the end and
inserting ``; or''; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
``(15) the restraining, seizing, forfeiting, or repatriating
of stolen assets linked to foreign government corruption and the
proceeds of such corruption.''.
SEC. 7803. <<NOTE: Deadlines. 22 USC 2656 note.>> UNITED STATES-
AFRICA LEADERS SUMMIT AND RELATED
MATTERS.
(a) United States-Africa Leaders Summit.--
(1) In general.--Not later than one year after the date of
the enactment of this Act, and biennially thereafter, the
President shall convene a United States-Africa Leaders Summit to
strengthen ties and promote cooperation with African leaders, as
well as civil society, business, diaspora, women, and youth
leaders.
(2) Participation.--Each summit convened pursuant to this
subsection shall have participation, including in meetings with
United States officials, from--
(A) leaders of civilian-led governments of African
countries in good standing with the African Union,
provided that such leaders--
(i) are not sanctioned by the United States;
and
(ii) have not been found, by credible
international observers or other international
bodies, to have undermined democratic elections;
(B) heads of transitional governments that are
implementing a roadmap to hold credible elections and
who are unaffiliated with actions that were related to
an unconstitutional change of administration; and
(C) civil society from each of the African countries
represented at the Summit.
(3) Non-payment of au membership fees not basis for
disqualification.--For the purposes of this subsection, non-
payment of membership fees to the African Union shall not
disqualify a country's leader.
(b) United States-Africa City Summit (``mini Summit'').--The
Secretary should, not later than one year after each summit hosted under
subsection (a) host a United States-Africa City Summit (``Mini Summit'')
across cities in Africa or the United States to promote subregional
cooperation and serve as a catalyst in fostering engagement with
representatives of government, civil society, business, academia, youth,
culture and the arts, the African diaspora community, and
underrepresented groups.
(c) United States-Africa Leaders Summit Implementation Unit.--
(1) <<NOTE: Establishment.>> In general.--The Secretary
shall establish within the Bureau for African Affairs of the
Department of State a United States-Africa Leaders Summit
implementation unit responsible for coordinating, planning and
implementing summits, which should include robust interagency
consultation and may include, on a temporary basis, personnel
seconded from USAID and other Federal agencies as appropriate,
and which shall be led by an individual who has previously been
appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate.
(2) Duties.--The duties of the implementation unit
authorized by this subsection shall include--
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(A) using lessons learned from the 2022 African
Leaders Summit and subsequent summits to inform planning
of future summits;
(B) leading interagency efforts to provide guidance
to United States embassies in African countries related
to planning each summit and engagement with governments
and civil society in advance of each summit;
(C) tracking and ensuring implementation of
commitments made during United States-Africa Leaders
Summits;
(D) liaising with interagency partners and the
National Security Council regarding implementation of
summit commitments;
(E) facilitating meetings and engagement with
African Diaspora communities and stakeholders; and
(F) reporting quarterly on a public website of the
Department regarding progress to accomplish summit
commitments and status of commitments across Federal
departments and agencies.
(3) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Requirement for consultation.--
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this
Act, and every 180 days thereafter, the implementation unit
shall consult with the appropriate congressional committees on
summit planning and the fulfillment of commitments and any
relevant follow on issues in the wake of each summit.
(d) <<NOTE: Time periods.>> Authorization of Appropriations.--There
is authorized to be appropriated $28,000,000 in fiscal year 2025 and
$14,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2029. Such sums shall
remain available for three fiscal years.
SEC. 7804. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2656 note.>> SUMMIT OF THE AMERICAS.
(a) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Statement of Policy.--It shall be the
policy of the United States to work with the Summit of the Americas
Secretariat to support the organization of a Summit of the Americas
every 4 years, or more frequently as appropriate, subject to the
availability of funds, to strengthen ties and promote cooperation
between the United States and countries in the Western Hemisphere, as
well as civil society, business, diaspora, women, and youth leaders.
(b) Authorization.--The Secretary is authorized to carry out the
policy described in subsection (a).
(c) Cities Summit of the Americas.--
(1) Findings.--Congress makes the following findings:
(A) Subnational diplomacy strengthens democratic
governance by enhancing the ability of local leader to
tackle shared challenges and deepens United States ties
with regional partners by localizing bilateral and
multilateral partnerships and connections.
(B) The first-ever Cities Summit of the Americas in
2023 promoted a valuable exchange of best practices and
lessons learned between city, State, municipal, and
regional leaders and should be held as part of the
Summit of the Americas process.
(2) In general.--The Secretary is authorized to work with
the Summit of the Americas Secretariat to support the
organization of Cities Summit of the Americas, across cities in
the Western Hemisphere, including the United States, to take
place as a part of each Summit of the Americas described in
subsection (a), to promote subnational cooperation and serve as
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a catalyst in fostering engagement with representatives of
government, civil society, faith-based organizations, business,
academia, youth, culture and the arts, Latin American and
Caribbean diaspora communities, and underrepresented groups.
(d) <<NOTE: Designation.>> Implementation.--The Secretary is
authorized to designate an existing official to serve within the
Department as senior-level coordinator to coordinate, in conjunction
with other relevant agencies, matters related to the implementation of
Summit of Americas commitments, including--
(1) tracking and ensuring implementation of commitments made
during Summits of the Americas; and
(2) liaising with interagency partners and the National
Security Council regarding implementation of summit commitments.
(e) <<NOTE: Time period.>> Report.--Not later than one year after
the date of the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter for 5
years, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional
committees a report on the implementation of this section, including the
status of commitments of the United States and participating partners
for the prior year and upcoming year.
SEC. 7805. EXTENSION OF CERTAIN PAYMENT IN CONNECTION WITH THE
INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION.
Section 7(1) of Public Law 106-178 (50 U.S.C. 1701 note) is amended,
in the undesignated matter following subparagraph (B), by striking
``December 31, 2025'' and inserting ``December 31, 2030''.
SEC. 7806. <<NOTE: Time periods.>> INCLUSION OF COST ASSOCIATED
WITH PRODUCING REPORTS.
(a) Estimated Cost of Reports.--Beginning on October 1, 2026, and
for the next three fiscal years, the Secretary shall require that any
report produced for external distribution, including for distribution to
Congress, include the total estimated cost of producing such report and
the estimated number of personnel hours.
(b) Annual Total Cost of Reports.--Not later than 90 days after the
end of each fiscal year, beginning with fiscal year 2025, and for the
next three fiscal years, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate
congressional committees and the Committee on Appropriations of the
Senate and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives an annual report listing the reports issued for the
prior fiscal year, the frequency of each report, the total estimated
cost associated with producing such report, and the estimated number of
personnel hours.
SEC. 7807. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2291o.>> FENTANYL REPORTING AND
AUTHORITIES.
(a) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term
``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(A) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the
Senate;
(B) the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate;
(C) the Committee on Homeland Security and
Governmental Affairs of the Senate;
(D) the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate;
(E) the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate;
(F) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of
Representatives;
(G) the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of
Representatives;
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(H) the Committee on Homeland Security of the House
of Representatives;
(I) the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives; and
(J) the Committee on Armed Services of the House of
Representatives.
(2) Beneficiary countries.--
(A) In general.--Except as provided in subparagraph
(B), the term ``beneficiary countries'' means Colombia,
Mexico, and Peru.
(B) <<NOTE: Notification.>> Updates.--The Secretary,
in consultation with the Attorney General and the
Secretary of Defense, may add or remove one or more
countries from the list of beneficiary countries under
subparagraph (A) after providing written notification of
such changes to the appropriate committees of Congress.
(3) Listed chemical.--The term ``listed chemical'' has the
meaning given such term in section 102 of the Controlled
Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802).
(b) Establishment.--The Secretary, in coordination with the
Secretary of Defense and the Attorney General, may carry out the
``Precursor Chemical Destruction Initiative'' in beneficiary countries
to achieve the purposes described in subsection (c).
(c) Purposes.--The purposes of this section are--
(1) to improve and increase rates of seizure and destruction
of listed chemicals in beneficiary countries;
(2) to alleviate the backlog of seized listed chemicals and
dispose of the hazardous waste generated by illicit drug
trafficking in beneficiary countries in an environmentally safe
and effective manner;
(3) to ensure that seized listed chemicals are not
reintroduced into the illicit drug production stream within
beneficiary countries;
(4) to free up storage space for future listed chemical
seizures within beneficiary countries; and
(5) to reduce the negative environmental impact of listed
chemicals.
(d) <<NOTE: Timeline.>> Implementation Plan.--Not later than 90 days
after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in
coordination with the Attorney General and the Secretary of Defense,
shall submit an implementation plan to the appropriate committees of
Congress that includes a timeline and stated objectives for actions to
be taken in beneficiary countries in support of the Precursor Chemical
Destruction Initiative.
(e) <<NOTE: Plans.>> Elements.--The implementation plan required
under subsection (d) shall include--
(1) <<NOTE: Strategy. Timeline. Overview.>> a multi-year
strategy with a timeline, overview of objectives, budgetary
projections, and anticipated outcomes for the region and for
each beneficiary country;
(2) specific, measurable benchmarks to track the progress of
the Precursor Chemical Destruction Initiative towards
accomplishing the outcomes referred to in paragraph (1);
(3) a plan for the delineation of the roles to be carried
out by the Department of State, the Department of Justice, the
Department of Defense, and any other Federal department or
agency in carrying out the Precursor Chemical Destruction
Initiative; and
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(4) a plan for addressing security and government corruption
and providing updates to the appropriate committees of Congress
on the results of such efforts.
(f) Annual Progress Update.--Not later than one year after the
submission of the implementation plan pursuant to subsection (d), and
annually thereafter, the Secretary, in coordination with the Attorney
General and the Secretary of Defense, shall submit to the appropriate
committees of Congress a written description of the results achieved by
the Precursor Chemical Destruction Initiative, including--
(1) the implementation of the strategy and plans described
in subsections (d) and (e);
(2) <<NOTE: Compliance.>> compliance with, and progress
related to, meeting the benchmarks referred to in subsection
(e)(2); and
(3) the type and quantity of listed chemicals destroyed by
each beneficiary country.
(g) Funding.--The Secretary shall use amounts otherwise appropriated
for International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement programs managed
by the Department to carry out this section.
SEC. 7808. STRENGTHENING TRACKING OF TRANQ.
Section 489(a)(11) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C.
2291h(a)(11)) is amended--
(1) in subparagraph (A), by inserting ``, xylazine,'' after
``illicit fentanyl''; and
(2) in subparagraph (D), by inserting ``)'' before the
semicolon at the end.
SEC. 7809. SIGAR SUNSET AND TRANSITION.
(a) Sunset.--Section 1229(o)(1) of the National Defense
Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110-181; 5 U.S.C. 415
note) is amended by striking ``terminate 180 days'' and all that follows
through the period at the end and inserting ``terminate on January 31,
2026.''.
(b) <<NOTE: 5 USC 415 note.>> Eligibility for ICTAP.--Any individual
who is an employee of the Office of the Special Inspector General for
Afghanistan Reconstruction on the date of the enactment of this section
shall be--
(1) given priority consideration for appointment under the
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program under subpart G
of part 330 of title 5, Code of Federal Regulations (or any
successor regulation), subject to the terms and conditions of
such Program; and
(2) considered to be displaced and ICTAP-eligible as those
terms are defined in section 330.702 of such subpart (or any
successor regulation) for purposes of the Program; and
(3) considered to have established proof of eligibility
under section 330.710 of such subpart (or any successor
regulation) for the purposes of the Program.
(c) Appointment to the Competitive Service.--Any individual
described in subsection (b) who is found to be well qualified for a
position may be appointed in the competitive service without competitive
examination.
(d) Regulations.--The Director of the Office of Personnel Management
may prescribe regulations for the administration of this section.
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(e) Use of Unobligated Funds.--Any unobligated funds remaining
available for the Office of the Special Inspector General for
Afghanistan Reconstruction on February 1, 2026, may be used by the
Office of Inspector General of the Department of State.
SEC. 7810. <<NOTE: 22 USC 2151 note.>> COORDINATOR FOR AFGHAN
RELOCATION EFFORTS.
(a) <<NOTE: Appointment.>> Establishment of Coordinator.--The
Secretary shall appoint a Coordinator for Afghan Relocation Efforts (in
this section referred to as the ``Coordinator''), who shall be
responsible for--
(1) relocating and resettling eligible Afghan allies and
facilitating the departure of United States citizens and lawful
permanent residents who request United States assistance to
leave Afghanistan; and
(2) working with other offices of the Department, as well as
with appropriate counterparts at other Federal departments and
agencies, to ensure integrated United States support for such
relocation efforts.
(b) Authorities.--The Coordinator is authorized--
(1) to enter into personal services contracts for a period
ending not later than the date described in subsection (e);
(2) to extend and maintain through such date personal
services contracts entered into pursuant to the authority
provided by section 2401 of the Afghanistan Supplemental
Appropriations Act, 2022 (Public Law 117-43);
(3) to hire temporary personnel who are United States
citizens, except that to the extent possible the Coordinator
should use Foreign Service limited appointments to fill such
positions both in the United States and abroad in accordance
with section 309 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C.
3949); and
(4) subject to the availability of appropriations--
(A) to accept, in the form of reimbursement or
transfer, amounts from other Federal departments or
agencies as appropriate to carry out the duties
described in subsection (a); and
(B) to reimburse such other departments or agencies
as the Coordinator may determine appropriate to carry
out such duties.
(c) Detailees and Assignees.--Any Federal Government employee may be
detailed or assigned to the Office of the Coordinator, with or without
reimbursement, consistent with applicable laws and regulations regarding
such employee, and such detail or assignment shall be without
interruption or loss of status or privilege.
(d) <<NOTE: Deadline.>> Notification With Respect to Transfers of
Funds.--The Coordinator shall notify the appropriate congressional
committees and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the
Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives of each use
of the transfer authority made available under subsection (b)(4)(A) not
later than 15 days before the completion of such transfer.
(e) Sunset.--This section and the authorities provided by this
section shall terminate on the date that is 3 years after the date of
the enactment of this Act.
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SEC. 7811. FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF CERTAIN EXPENSES
OF PERSONS EVACUATED FROM AFGHANISTAN.
(a) <<NOTE: Deadline. Time period.>> Feasibility Study.--Not later
than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary
shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a feasibility
study on potential reimbursement for the expenses of personal funds by
any covered United States person to evacuate American citizens, lawful
permanent residents of the United States, or allies from Afghanistan
during the period beginning on August 1, 2021, and ending on March 31,
2022.
(b) Consultation.--In developing the feasibility study required by
subsection (a), the Secretary shall consult with nongovernmental
organizations, including veterans service organizations, with expertise
in supporting the evacuation of United States citizens and Afghan allies
from Afghanistan.
(c) Elements.--The feasibility study required by subsection (a)
shall also include the following elements:
(1) <<NOTE: List.>> A list of each nongovernmental
organization consulted in accordance with subsection (b) during
the development of the feasibility study.
(2) <<NOTE: Process.>> The process for filing a
reimbursement claim.
(3) The supporting documentation required to file a
reimbursement claim.
(4) <<NOTE: Estimate.>> An estimate of the time that would
be associated with processing a reimbursement claim.
(5) Eligibility requirements for covered United States
persons to file a reimbursement claim under the program
described in the feasibility study.
(6) <<NOTE: Criteria.>> The criteria for reimbursement under
the program, including a maximum reimbursement limit and a
prohibition on the issuance of reimbursements for expenses
described in subsection (a) for which a deduction was allowed
under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.
(7) The types of reimbursable claims and activities that
would be considered for reimbursement, such as funding for safe
houses, travel, food, and other life-saving provisions.
(8) <<NOTE: Process.>> The process for disbursing funds to
United States persons once a reimbursement claim is verified and
approved.
(9) <<NOTE: Cost estimate.>> An estimate of the costs that
would be associated with implementing the reimbursement program
described in the feasibility study, including whether sufficient
funds have already been appropriated.
(10) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions.>> A recommendation for the
Federal entity best suited to carry out the reimbursement
program described in the feasibility study, including whether
sufficient statutory authority already exists for such Federal
entity to provide such reimbursements.
(11) <<NOTE: Recommenda- tions. Assessment.>> Additional
recommendations, including assessment of feasibility, for
options to pay back covered United States persons other than
through reimbursements.
(d) Definitions.--In this section:
(1) Appropriate committees of congress.--The term
``appropriate committees of Congress'' means--
(A) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs,
the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on the
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Judiciary, and the Committee on Appropriations of the
Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee
on Oversight and Accountability, the Committee on Armed
Services, the Committee on the Judiciary, and the
Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives.
(2) Ally from afghanistan.--The term ``ally from
Afghanistan'' means an individual who was eligible, upon
evacuation during the period described in subsection (a), for--
(A) special immigrant status or processing under
section 101(a)(27) of the Immigration and Nationality
Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(27)), pursuant to section 602(b)
of the Afghan Allies Protection Act of 2009 (Public Law
111-8; 8 U.S.C. 1101 note); or
(B) the U.S. Refugees Admissions Program through the
Priority 1 or Priority 2 categories.
(3) Covered united states person.--The term ``covered United
States person''--
(A) means an individual who is a citizen or national
of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for
permanent residence in the United States; and
(B) does not include any private group, foundation,
or other entity who received funds from private
foundations, other private donors, or other sources of
funds to conduct evacuation efforts in Afghanistan.
SEC. 7812. EXTENSIONS.
(a) <<NOTE: 22 USC 2385 note.>> USAID Civil Service Annuitant
Waiver.--Section 625(j)(1)(B) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22
U.S.C. 2385(j)(1)(B)) shall be applied by striking ``October 1, 2010''
and inserting ``September 30, 2026''.
(b) Overseas Pay Comparability and Limitation.--
(1) In general.--The authority provided under section 1113
of the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2009 (Public Law 111-32;
123 Stat. 1904) shall remain in effect through December 31,
2034.
(2) Limitation.--The authority described in paragraph (1)
may not be used to pay an eligible member of the Foreign Service
(as defined in section 1113(b) of the Supplemental
Appropriations Act, 2009 (Public Law 111-32; 123 Stat. 1904)) a
locality-based comparability payment (stated as a percentage)
that exceeds two-thirds of the amount of the locality-based
comparability payment (stated as a percentage) that would be
payable to such member under section 5304 of title 5, United
States Code, if such member's official duty station were in the
District of Columbia.
(c) Inspector General Annuitant Waiver.--The authorities provided
under section 1015(b) of the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2010
(Public Law 111-212; 124 Stat. 2332)--
(1) <<NOTE: Extension. Time period.>> shall remain in effect
through September 30, 2026; and
(2) may be used to facilitate the assignment of persons for
oversight of programs in countries with a humanitarian disaster
or complex emergency declaration.
(d) <<NOTE: Extension. Time period. Applicability. Ukraine. 22 USC
4831 note.>> Security Review Committees.--The authority provided under
section 301(a)(3) of the Omnibus Diplomatic Security and Antiterrorism
Act of 1986 (22 U.S.C. 4831(a)(3)) shall remain in
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effect for facilities in Afghanistan and shall apply to facilities in
Ukraine through September 30, 2026, except that the notification and
reporting requirements contained in such section shall include the
appropriate congressional committees, the Committee on Appropriations of
the Senate, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of
Representatives.
(e) READ Act Reauthorization.--Section 4(a) of the Reinforcing
Education Accountability in Development Act (division A of Public Law
115-56; 22 U.S.C. 2151c note) is amended by striking ``one year after
the date of the enactment of this Act'' and inserting ``December 31,
2025''.
(f) Reciprocal Access to Tibet Act of 2018.--The Reciprocal Access
to Tibet Act of 2018 (Public Law 115-330; 8 U.S.C. 1182 note) is
amended--
(1) in section 4(a), in the matter preceding paragraph (1),
by striking ``the following five years'' and inserting ``the
following 10 years''; and
(2) in section 5(c), in the first sentence, by striking
``the following five years'' and inserting ``the following 10
years''.
(g) Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019.--Section 7(h)
of the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act of 2019 (Public Law 116-
76; 22 U.S.C. 5701 note) is amended by striking ``December 20, 2024''
and inserting ``the date that is 10 years after the date of the
enactment of this Act''.
(h) Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2020.--Section 6(h) of the
Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-145; 22 U.S.C.
6901 note) is amended by striking ``5 years'' and inserting ``10
years''.
Approved December 23, 2024.
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY--H.R. 5009 (S. 2395):
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HOUSE REPORTS: No. 118-366 (Comm. on Natural Resources).
SENATE REPORTS: No. 118-128 (Comm. on Environment and Public Works)
accompanying S. 2395.
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 170 (2024):
Feb. 5, considered and passed House.
Sept. 24, considered and passed Senate, amended.
Dec. 11, House concurred in Senate amendment with an
amendment.
Dec. 12, 16-18, Senate considered and concurred in House
amendment.
DAILY COMPILATION OF PRESIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS (2024):
Dec. 23, Presidential statement.
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