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Boosting US Industry and Defense Tech with Repurposed Afghanistan Funds.

This act reallocates unspent funds from Afghanistan operations to strengthen American manufacturing and advance defense technologies. The goal is to enhance US competitiveness, potentially impacting national security and the availability of innovative products.
Key points
Unspent funds from Afghanistan (including military, diplomatic, and economic aid) will be redirected.
Money will be used to support domestic manufacturing, naval shipbuilding, and advanced technology development (e.g., AI, robotics, new materials).
The aim is to maintain US technological and industrial advantage over China, potentially affecting economic stability and security.
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Print number: 117_S_2822
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2021-09-23