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Drone Defense Assessment: New Technologies for Military Base Security.

This bill mandates the Secretary of Defense to assess military base defense capabilities against drone attacks. The goal is to enhance national security through modern technology implementation, indirectly impacting citizens' sense of safety and national stability.
Key points
Requires an assessment of military base defense capabilities against drones within 180 days of the Act's enactment.
The assessment will cover technologies like lasers and microwaves, their effectiveness, integration with existing systems, ease of use, and costs.
A report with recommendations for changes will be submitted to Congress, potentially leading to new defense investments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6898
Sponsor: Rep. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-7]
Process start date: 2023-12-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Secretary of Defense to conduct an operational assessment of the installation defense capabilities of the Department of Defense to defeat unmanned aircraft system.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6898.

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 2023-12-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires an assessment of military base defense capabilities against drones within 180 days of the Act's enactment.
  • The assessment will cover technologies like lasers and microwaves, their effectiveness, integration with existing systems, ease of use, and costs.
  • A report with recommendations for changes will be submitted to Congress, potentially leading to new defense investments.
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. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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Security Public Investments