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Joint US-Australia Naval Training for Submarines

This bill aims to strengthen defense cooperation between the United States and Australia. It establishes an exchange program where Australian naval officers will be trained in the US to operate nuclear-powered submarines. While not directly impacting citizens' daily lives, it enhances regional security and international alliances.
Key points
Establishes an exchange program for Australian naval officers to be trained in the US for operating nuclear-powered submarines.
The program includes training at the Navy Nuclear Propulsion School, a Submarine Officer Basic Course, and duty on operational US submarines.
Aims to strengthen the AUKUS partnership and enhance defense capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8073
Sponsor: Rep. Courtney, Joe [D-CT-2]
Process start date: 2022-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a joint training pipeline between the United States Navy and the Royal Australian Navy, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8073.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes an exchange program for Australian naval officers to be trained in the US for operating nuclear-powered submarines.
  • The program includes training at the Navy Nuclear Propulsion School, a Submarine Officer Basic Course, and duty on operational US submarines.
  • Aims to strengthen the AUKUS partnership and enhance defense capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Courtney, Joe [D-CT-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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