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Defense Reorganization: Strengthening Homeland Security and Industrial Base Cooperation.

This law reorganizes key positions within the Department of Defense to enhance national security and cooperation with allies regarding the defense industrial base. It establishes a new official focused on international industrial development and expands the role of the official overseeing US homeland defense. The goal is better planning for domestic security and more effective support for civil authorities during crises, indirectly increasing citizen safety.
Key points
A new Assistant Secretary position is created to focus on strengthening the US defense industrial base through engagement and cooperation with international allies and partners, including Taiwan.
The role overseeing US homeland defense is expanded, including better policy and planning oversight for supporting state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments during emergencies and disasters.
The existing position of Assistant Secretary for Homeland Defense and Hemispheric Affairs is eliminated, with its duties transferred to other departments to streamline the structure.
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Print number: 118_S_5068
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2024-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to modify the organization and authorities of the Assistant Secretaries of Defense with duties relating to industrial base policy and homeland defense.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5068.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new Assistant Secretary position is created to focus on strengthening the US defense industrial base through engagement and cooperation with international allies and partners, including Taiwan.
  • The role overseeing US homeland defense is expanded, including better policy and planning oversight for supporting state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments during emergencies and disasters.
  • The existing position of Assistant Secretary for Homeland Defense and Hemispheric Affairs is eliminated, with its duties transferred to other departments to streamline the structure.
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. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK].

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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