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Mandatory Gap Analysis of North American Aerospace Defense Capabilities (NORAD)

This bill requires the Commander of the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) to conduct a detailed gap analysis of its defense capabilities. The goal is to identify vulnerabilities that foreign air assets could exploit to enter US or Canadian airspace unnoticed. While the act does not directly impact daily finances, its implementation is crucial for enhancing national security and protecting airspace, thereby indirectly affecting citizens' sense of safety.
Key points
Requirement for NORAD to conduct a gap analysis, including assessing limitations that foreign countries may have exploited.
Enhanced security: identifying and closing weaknesses in the US and Canadian air defense system.
The NORAD Commander must submit a report on the analysis results to Congress within 90 days of the Act's enactment.
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Print number: 118_S_990
Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]
Process start date: 2023-03-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the Commander of the North American Aerospace Defense Command to conduct a gap analysis of the capabilities of the North American Aerospace Defense Command.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_990.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requirement for NORAD to conduct a gap analysis, including assessing limitations that foreign countries may have exploited.
  • Enhanced security: identifying and closing weaknesses in the US and Canadian air defense system.
  • The NORAD Commander must submit a report on the analysis results to Congress within 90 days of the Act's enactment.
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. Daines, Steve [R-MT].

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 2025-12-27.

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