Strengthening US Defense Supply Security
New rules require the Department of Defense to plan and report more thoroughly to reduce reliance on foreign supplies of critical materials and services. This aims to ensure the United States has access to necessary resources during a crisis, indirectly affecting national stability and security.
Key points
The Department of Defense must identify critical materials and services needed during a crisis or conflict.
Options for reducing reliance on supplies from covered countries must be provided.
A biennial review and update of supply security plans is now mandatory.
Expired
Citizen Poll