Accelerating Small Business Innovations into US Defense Budget and Planning.
This law aims to speed up the adoption of new technologies developed by small businesses for military use. It requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to annually select promising research projects and guarantee their inclusion in future budget plans, enhancing national security and spending efficiency. Citizens can expect their tax dollars to be invested faster in modern defense solutions while supporting innovative small enterprises.
Key points
The DOD must select at least five innovative small business projects (SBIR/STTR) annually and ensure they receive priority funding consideration.
New advisory panels, including private sector experts, will be established to recommend the best technologies for integration into military plans.
Selected projects are guaranteed inclusion in future defense budgets, accelerating their deployment and potentially leading to long-term cost savings.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5726
Sponsor: Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41]
Process start date: 2025-10-10