Boosting US Aircraft Protection Against Chinese Strikes in Indo-Pacific.
This bill mandates the Department of Defense to survey and plan improvements for US aircraft shelters in the Indo-Pacific region. The goal is to increase the survivability of military aircraft against potential missile or drone attacks by China, particularly those assets designated for responding to aggression against Taiwan. This action aims to strengthen deterrence and national security.
Key points
The Defense Secretary must conduct a classified survey to identify vulnerable US aircraft shelters in the Indo-Pacific crucial for responding to potential Chinese aggression against Taiwan.
A plan must be developed to upgrade these shelters, ensuring better protection for aircraft against missile, drone, or other forms of attack.
The survey results and the improvement plan will be submitted to Congress in a classified format.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1566
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-05-11