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Report on US Defense Coordination Against China's Military Capabilities

This document mandates the U.S. Department of Defense to submit a report to Congress. The report will detail efforts to coordinate with the American defense industry to counter China's advanced military capabilities, particularly in command, control, communications, computers, cyber, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C5ISR). Citizens may experience an indirect impact through strengthened national security and investments in the defense sector.
Key points
The U.S. Department of Defense must report to Congress by March 30, 2024, on defense industrial base coordination.
The report will focus on countering China's military capabilities in cyber and space domains.
Plans include exercises with industry and government agencies, and mechanisms for sharing C5ISR threat information.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6902
Sponsor: Rep. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-7]
Process start date: 2023-12-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Department of Defense to report to Congress on the efforts of the Department to coordinate with the defense industrial base for purposes of countering certain capabilities of the People's Liberation of Army.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6902.

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:

  • The U.S. Department of Defense must report to Congress by March 30, 2024, on defense industrial base coordination.
  • The report will focus on countering China's military capabilities in cyber and space domains.
  • Plans include exercises with industry and government agencies, and mechanisms for sharing C5ISR threat information.
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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