Strengthening US-Israel Defense Cooperation: New Technologies and Security.
This act aims to deepen defense cooperation between the United States and Israel, focusing on the development of new defense technologies. Citizens may experience an indirect impact through enhanced national security and regional stability, thanks to joint efforts in countering threats like drones and other advanced systems.
Key points
Joint Counter-Unmanned Systems Program: The US and Israel will jointly develop and deploy technologies to defend against drones, potentially increasing security.
Support for Emerging Defense Technologies: The act promotes cooperation in areas like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and robotics, which could lead to innovation.
Extension of Defense Programs: Existing cooperation programs for countering tunnels and drones will be continued and expanded, strengthening defense mechanisms.
Defense Innovation Unit Office in Israel: An office will be established to foster collaboration on defense technologies, potentially facilitating knowledge and resource exchange.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1229
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Process start date: 2025-02-12