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Increased Transparency for Unfunded Military Research and Development Needs.

This law mandates the Department of Defense (DoD) to submit annual reports to Congress detailing critical research and development projects that were left unfunded in the official budget proposal. The goal is to provide Congress with a clearer picture of the military's technological needs and priorities that require additional funding. This measure enhances oversight of defense spending and future national security investments.
Key points
The Department of Defense must annually report on urgent research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) activities that lack funding in the President's budget.
These reports must describe the objectives of each unfunded project, the required funding amount, and rank them by urgency.
The legislation aims to improve Congressional awareness of shortfalls in military innovation funding, potentially influencing future defense budget allocations.
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Print number: 118_S_2455
Sponsor: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Process start date: 2023-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Research, Development, Test and Evaluation Unmet Needs Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2455.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Defense must annually report on urgent research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) activities that lack funding in the President's budget.
  • These reports must describe the objectives of each unfunded project, the required funding amount, and rank them by urgency.
  • The legislation aims to improve Congressional awareness of shortfalls in military innovation funding, potentially influencing future defense budget allocations.
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. Rounds, Mike [R-SD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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