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NATO Allies Defense Spending Report Act: Ensuring Fair Share of Security Costs.

This law mandates the Department of Defense to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the defense spending and military contributions of NATO allies. The goal is to increase transparency and ensure the United States is not bearing a disproportionate share of the financial burden for collective security. This information will inform future Congressional decisions on military spending and foreign policy.
Key points
Requires annual reporting on the defense spending of every NATO member country, including the percentage of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Reports must detail allied contributions to military operations, support for Ukraine, and the readiness of their military forces.
The goal is to pressure allies to meet their financial commitments, potentially affecting US defense budget allocations.
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Print number: 118_S_4726
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2024-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

NATO 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_4726.

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:

  • Requires annual reporting on the defense spending of every NATO member country, including the percentage of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
  • Reports must detail allied contributions to military operations, support for Ukraine, and the readiness of their military forces.
  • The goal is to pressure allies to meet their financial commitments, potentially affecting US 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. 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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