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Annual reports on allied defense contributions: increasing spending transparency.

This Act mandates the Secretary of Defense to submit annual reports to Congress detailing how allied nations (including NATO, Japan, South Korea) contribute to the common defense. Citizens will gain greater transparency regarding how US partners share security costs, potentially influencing future US defense spending and international engagement decisions. These reports must include detailed data on allies' defense spending as a percentage of GDP and their participation in military operations.
Key points
New Requirement: The Secretary of Defense must submit a detailed annual report to Congress by March 1st on allied contributions to defense.
Key Data: Reports will include allies' nominal defense spending and their GDP percentage, allowing assessment of whether US partners meet their financial commitments.
Scope: Reports will cover NATO members, Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and key Pacific partners (e.g., Japan, Australia, South Korea).
Policy Impact: This information is intended to help Congress assess the readiness of the US and its allies against new threats, including near-peer threats.
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Print number: 118_S_4720
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2024-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Allied Burden Sharing Report Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4720.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Requirement: The Secretary of Defense must submit a detailed annual report to Congress by March 1st on allied contributions to defense.
  • Key Data: Reports will include allies' nominal defense spending and their GDP percentage, allowing assessment of whether US partners meet their financial commitments.
  • Scope: Reports will cover NATO members, Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and key Pacific partners (e.g., Japan, Australia, South Korea).
  • Policy Impact: This information is intended to help Congress assess the readiness of the US and its allies against new threats, including near-peer threats.
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. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

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