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Military Base Wastewater Monitoring: Improving Force Health and Readiness.

This law mandates a two-year pilot program at a minimum of four military installations to implement a comprehensive wastewater surveillance system. The system aims to improve the early detection of infectious diseases and analyze the usage of controlled substances among service members. While directly affecting military personnel, the goal is to enhance force health protection and readiness, contributing indirectly to national security.
Key points
A two-year pilot program is established to monitor wastewater at four or more military bases to enhance the health of the Armed Forces.
The system will track trends in the use of controlled drugs (Schedule I and II) and identify outbreaks of infectious diseases.
The Secretary of Defense must report findings and recommendations to Congress after the program concludes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3162
Sponsor: Sen. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI]
Process start date: 2025-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program under which the Secretary shall develop and implement a comprehensive wastewater surveillance system at certain installations of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3162.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A two-year pilot program is established to monitor wastewater at four or more military bases to enhance the health of the Armed Forces.
  • The system will track trends in the use of controlled drugs (Schedule I and II) and identify outbreaks of infectious diseases.
  • The Secretary of Defense must report findings and recommendations to Congress after the program concludes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI].

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 2025-12-23.

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