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US Defense Changes: Strengthening Industrial Cooperation and Homeland Security.

New regulations modify the structure and duties of defense officials to better protect the country and support the defense industry. Citizens may experience increased national security and economic stability due to strengthened cooperation with allies.
Key points
Creation of a new position: Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Industrial Base Development and Engagement, focusing on strengthening the U.S. defense industrial base through cooperation with allies, including Taiwan.
Renaming and expanded duties: The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategy, Plans, and Capabilities will now also be responsible for homeland defense, advising on national security issues and contingency planning.
Elimination of a position: The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense and Hemispheric Affairs position is eliminated, with its duties transferred to other departments.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_436
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2025-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to modify the organization and authorities of the Assistant Secretaries of Defense with duties relating to industrial base policy and homeland defense.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_436.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a new position: Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Industrial Base Development and Engagement, focusing on strengthening the U.S. defense industrial base through cooperation with allies, including Taiwan.
  • Renaming and expanded duties: The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategy, Plans, and Capabilities will now also be responsible for homeland defense, advising on national security issues and contingency planning.
  • Elimination of a position: The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense and Hemispheric Affairs position is eliminated, with its duties transferred to other departments.
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. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK].

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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