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Increased Transparency on Containerized Missile Systems

This act aims to ensure that the U.S. Congress is notified about the deployment or transfer of missile systems disguised as shipping containers by Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea. These changes are intended to enhance national security by better monitoring potential threats, indirectly impacting citizens' sense of safety.
Key points
Expands the list of countries covered by the act from just Russia to include Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea.
Changes the definition of "Club-K container missile system" to a more general "missile launcher disguised as or concealed in a shipping container."
Ensures that relevant congressional committees, including intelligence, armed services, and foreign affairs, receive notifications.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8267
Sponsor: Rep. Fallon, Pat [R-TX-4]
Process start date: 2022-07-01