Accelerating Military Aircraft Development for Medical Evacuation and Special Operations
This act aims to speed up the development of new military aircraft variants. These include planes for rapid medical transport of the wounded and aircraft for special forces units. The goal is to improve battlefield medical care and enhance military operational capabilities, without requiring additional budget funds.
Key points
Development of medical evacuation aircraft: New planes will feature enhanced patient care capabilities, increased capacity, and extended operational reach.
Development of special operations aircraft: These planes will be equipped with advanced sensors, weapon systems, and mission modules.
No new funding: The act does not authorize additional appropriations; development and procurement will be funded from existing budgets.
Collaboration and reporting: Development will be coordinated with military medical services and special operations units, with Congress receiving progress reports.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2075
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-06-12