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Military Force Deployment Oversight: Annual Reports to Congress

This act requires the Secretary of Defense to submit annual detailed reports and classified briefings to Congress on military force deployment plans. This aims to increase transparency and oversight of how and where troops are utilized, indirectly impacting national security and public spending.
Key points
Increased transparency in military force management: Congress will receive annual reports on troop deployment plans.
Oversight of defense spending: Reports will include information on actual force deployment versus plans, which can help assess spending efficiency.
Accountability for decisions: The act requires justification for approved, denied, or deferred force requests, increasing decision-maker accountability.
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Print number: 117_S_2656
Sponsor: Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]
Process start date: 2021-08-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Global Force Management Oversight Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2656.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased transparency in military force management: Congress will receive annual reports on troop deployment plans.
  • Oversight of defense spending: Reports will include information on actual force deployment versus plans, which can help assess spending efficiency.
  • Accountability for decisions: The act requires justification for approved, denied, or deferred force requests, increasing decision-maker accountability.
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 Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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