Establishing the Space National Guard: New Reserve Component for U.S. Space Force
This Act establishes the Space National Guard as part of the organized militia of the states and territories and as the reserve component of the United States Space Force. While these changes do not directly impact citizens' daily routines, they strengthen the nation's defense capabilities in space, which is crucial for national security and satellite infrastructure. The Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau are required to implement these structural changes within one year.
Key points
The Space National Guard is established as a new, active and inactive, part of the organized militia of the several States and Territories.
The Space National Guard officially becomes the reserve component of the United States Space Force.
The Act mandates conforming amendments to Titles 10 and 32 of the U.S. Code to include the new Space National Guard definitions and authorities.
The legislation explicitly states that it does not authorize or require the relocation of any existing military facilities or infrastructure.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3697
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2024-01-31