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S. 2296 · 119th Congress

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

Passed SenateArmed Forces and National Security
IntroducedJul 15, 2025
Passed SenateOct 9, 2025
Passed HouseNot yet
To PresidentNot yet
Became lawNot yet

Where it stands

Passed Senate. Latest step, Nov 12, 2025: Held at the desk. The Senate passed it 77–20. It would change 501 sections of existing law and would add 550 new provisions of its own.

How this bill changes the law

Sourced

S. 2296 would change 501 sections of existing law, and would create 550 new provisions of its own. Read from the bill text as passed by the Senate (Oct 9, 2025).

Where in the law, by title of the U.S. Code:

  1. Title 10: Armed Forces131 sections
  2. Title 50: War and National Defense50 sections
  3. Title 42: The Public Health and Welfare42 sections
  4. Title 22: Foreign Relations and Intercourse41 sections
  5. Earlier laws outside the Code39 sections
  6. Title 14: Coast Guard37 sections

and 24 more titles

See the map: the first 14 sections it would change, line by line
487 more sections it would change, not drawn above

Public Law 117-81, 10 U.S.C. 482, 10 U.S.C. 130i, 10 U.S.C. 526, 10 U.S.C. 7037, 10 U.S.C. 8088, 10 U.S.C. 9037, 10 U.S.C. 806, 10 U.S.C. 827, 10 U.S.C. 824a, 10 U.S.C. 619a, 10 U.S.C. 618, 10 U.S.C. 629, 10 U.S.C. 14111, 10 U.S.C. 525, 10 U.S.C. 12686, 32 U.S.C. 710, 10 U.S.C. 8081, 10 U.S.C. 1214, 10 U.S.C. 702, 10 U.S.C. 7442, 10 U.S.C. 8454, 10 U.S.C. 9442, 10 U.S.C. 7406, Public Law 116-92, 10 U.S.C. 7448, 10 U.S.C. 8459, 10 U.S.C. 9448, 10 U.S.C. 1142, 20 U.S.C. 923, 10 U.S.C. 1563a, 36 U.S.C. 148, 37 U.S.C. 402, 10 U.S.C. 638a, Public Law 102-484, 10 U.S.C. 1175a, 10 U.S.C. 992, 10 U.S.C. 2484, 10 U.S.C. 1073d, 10 U.S.C. 1077, 10 U.S.C. 1074o, 10 U.S.C. 1079, 10 U.S.C. 1086, 10 U.S.C. 1093, 10 U.S.C. 1073c, 10 U.S.C. 2733a, Public Law 111-84, 38 U.S.C. 1703, 38 U.S.C. 5503, 10 U.S.C. 1096, 10 U.S.C. 1737, 10 U.S.C. 1731, 10 U.S.C. 1735, 10 U.S.C. 1706, 10 U.S.C. 1707, 10 U.S.C. 1764, 10 U.S.C. 4025, Public Law 112-239, 10 U.S.C. 4401, 10 U.S.C. 4402, 10 U.S.C. 4403, 10 U.S.C. 3014, 10 U.S.C. 3457, 10 U.S.C. 3453, 10 U.S.C. 3456, 10 U.S.C. 3458, 10 U.S.C. 4022, 10 U.S.C. 4023, 10 U.S.C. 3452, 10 U.S.C. 3706, 10 U.S.C. 3702, 10 U.S.C. 4872, 10 U.S.C. 4862, 10 U.S.C. 4817, 10 U.S.C. 4952, 10 U.S.C. 4955, 10 U.S.C. 4324, 10 U.S.C. 222c, 10 U.S.C. 149, 10 U.S.C. 139, 10 U.S.C. 133a, 10 U.S.C. 148, 10 U.S.C. 138, 10 U.S.C. 181, 10 U.S.C. 3104, 10 U.S.C. 133b, 10 U.S.C. 151, 10 U.S.C. 113, 10 U.S.C. 147, 10 U.S.C. 656, 10 U.S.C. 986, 10 U.S.C. 2001, 10 U.S.C. 118, 10 U.S.C. 2284, 10 U.S.C. 240g, 10 U.S.C. 2218, 10 U.S.C. 8669c, Public Law 114-92, 10 U.S.C. 284, 10 U.S.C. 714, 10 U.S.C. 723, 10 U.S.C. 115a, 10 U.S.C. 408, 48 U.S.C. 1806, 10 U.S.C. 130f, 50 U.S.C. 4565, 38 U.S.C. 4103A, 40 U.S.C. 6121, 34 U.S.C. 10631, 34 U.S.C. 10595a, 34 U.S.C. 10261, 34 U.S.C. 60511, 34 U.S.C. 60521, 34 U.S.C. 60531, 42 U.S.C. 213a, 42 U.S.C. 210-1, 38 U.S.C. 1724, 42 U.S.C. 405, 12 U.S.C. 1795c, 8 U.S.C. 1151, 34 U.S.C. 10701, 34 U.S.C. 21111, 34 U.S.C. 21112, 34 U.S.C. 21113, 34 U.S.C. 21114, 34 U.S.C. 21115, 34 U.S.C. 21116, 34 U.S.C. 21117, 34 U.S.C. 21101, 18 U.S.C. 2258A, 34 U.S.C. 10281, 34 U.S.C. 10381, 34 U.S.C. 10101, 34 U.S.C. 10202, 34 U.S.C. 10231, 16 U.S.C. 1826i, 16 U.S.C. 8031, 16 U.S.C. 8032, 33 U.S.C. 1131, 10 U.S.C. 2200h, 10 U.S.C. 1746, 10 U.S.C. 1580, 10 U.S.C. 1599f, 10 U.S.C. 321, 10 U.S.C. 342, 10 U.S.C. 352, 10 U.S.C. 333, Public Law 110-181, 22 U.S.C. 2151, Public Law 102-1, Public Law 107-243, Public Law 106-65, 22 U.S.C. 8606, 10 U.S.C. 2611, 22 U.S.C. 10010, 22 U.S.C. 9601, 22 U.S.C. 9612, 22 U.S.C. 9613, 22 U.S.C. 9614, 22 U.S.C. 9621, 22 U.S.C. 9622, 22 U.S.C. 9624, 22 U.S.C. 9631, 22 U.S.C. 9632, 22 U.S.C. 9633, 22 U.S.C. 9652, 22 U.S.C. 9653, 22 U.S.C. 9654, 22 U.S.C. 9656, 22 U.S.C. 9671, Public Law 116-94, 50 U.S.C. 98d, 50 U.S.C. 98e, 10 U.S.C. 9040, 10 U.S.C. 179, 10 U.S.C. 5501, 10 U.S.C. 5531, 50 U.S.C. 3373, Public Law 117-103, 10 U.S.C. 500e, 10 U.S.C. 488, 10 U.S.C. 392a, 10 U.S.C. 167b, 10 U.S.C. 394, 10 U.S.C. 2224, 50 U.S.C. 4501, 10 U.S.C. 2854, 10 U.S.C. 3241, Public Law 118-81, 10 U.S.C. 2208, 10 U.S.C. 2391, 10 U.S.C. 2856a, 10 U.S.C. 2837, 10 U.S.C. 2891c, 10 U.S.C. 2890, Public Law 106-398, 10 U.S.C. 2688, Public Law 113-66, Public Law 108-136, Public Law 108-375, 50 U.S.C. 2538a, 50 U.S.C. 2538b, 50 U.S.C. 2401, 50 U.S.C. 2753, 50 U.S.C. 2661, 50 U.S.C. 2701, 50 U.S.C. 2791, 37 U.S.C. 910, 37 U.S.C. 333, 37 U.S.C. 403, 18 U.S.C. 793, 42 U.S.C. 16279b, 15 U.S.C. 278s, 50 U.S.C. 4564, 22 U.S.C. 611, 22 U.S.C. 614, 22 U.S.C. 621, 15 U.S.C. 1681, 22 U.S.C. 613, 22 U.S.C. 2651a, 15 U.S.C. 78p, 12 U.S.C. 4703, 12 U.S.C. 4713a, Public Law 103-325, 12 U.S.C. 4712, 12 U.S.C. 4703a, 42 U.S.C. 1472, 18 U.S.C. 1201, 18 U.S.C. 1958, 18 U.S.C. 2332b, 21 U.S.C. 960a, 18 U.S.C. 115, 18 U.S.C. 2261A, 18 U.S.C. 1114, 18 U.S.C. 1751, 50 U.S.C. 4811, 22 U.S.C. 2778, 22 U.S.C. 2318, 50 U.S.C. 3191, 10 U.S.C. 2884, 50 U.S.C. 3001, 50 U.S.C. 3364, 50 U.S.C. 3037, 50 U.S.C. 3602, 50 U.S.C. 3056, 50 U.S.C. 3382a, 50 U.S.C. 3028, 50 U.S.C. 3520, 20 U.S.C. 1015d, 50 U.S.C. 3531, 50 U.S.C. 3527, 50 U.S.C. 3503, 50 U.S.C. 3091, 50 U.S.C. 3024, 50 U.S.C. 3344, 50 U.S.C. 3026, 50 U.S.C. 3351b, 50 U.S.C. 3027, 50 U.S.C. 3031, 50 U.S.C. 3382, 50 U.S.C. 3383, 5 U.S.C. 5315, 50 U.S.C. 3381, 50 U.S.C. 3384, 50 U.S.C. 3385, 6 U.S.C. 101, Public Law 108-458, 22 U.S.C. 2656j, 50 U.S.C. 3307, 50 U.S.C. 3058, 50 U.S.C. 3021, 50 U.S.C. 3032, 50 U.S.C. 3237, 50 U.S.C. 3334m, 50 U.S.C. 3161, 50 U.S.C. 3341, Public Law 98-618, Public Law 115-31, 50 U.S.C. 3098, 50 U.S.C. 3227b, 50 U.S.C. 3372, Public Law 114-113, 50 U.S.C. 3334s, 22 U.S.C. 6038, 22 U.S.C. 9412, 52 U.S.C. 20971, 42 U.S.C. 15401, 22 U.S.C. 2291h, 21 U.S.C. 2311, 21 U.S.C. 2312, 22 U.S.C. 2291, 22 U.S.C. 1741, 49 U.S.C. 42308, 22 U.S.C. 7107, Public Law 115-425, 19 U.S.C. 4205, 22 U.S.C. 7114, 22 U.S.C. 7102, 8 U.S.C. 1375c, 22 U.S.C. 7110, 34 U.S.C. 21509, 14 U.S.C. 4902, 14 U.S.C. 4904, 14 U.S.C. 1105, 14 U.S.C. 5103, 14 U.S.C. 5107, 14 U.S.C. 1138, 14 U.S.C. 1158, 14 U.S.C. 903, 14 U.S.C. 528, 46 U.S.C. 70032, 14 U.S.C. 907, 14 U.S.C. 546, 14 U.S.C. 504, 14 U.S.C. 721, 14 U.S.C. 3740, 14 U.S.C. 2512, 37 U.S.C. 206, 14 U.S.C. 2708, 14 U.S.C. 564, 14 U.S.C. 3710, 14 U.S.C. 2131, 14 U.S.C. 2514, 14 U.S.C. 324, 14 U.S.C. 305, 14 U.S.C. 312, Public Law 115-282, 33 U.S.C. 1321, 14 U.S.C. 1903, 14 U.S.C. 1906, 14 U.S.C. 1902, 46 U.S.C. 2101, 46 U.S.C. 7116, 46 U.S.C. 7306, 46 U.S.C. 7313, 46 U.S.C. 7315, 16 U.S.C. 1802, 18 U.S.C. 1992, 49 U.S.C. 1101, 46 U.S.C. 7307, 46 U.S.C. 7308, 46 U.S.C. 7309, 46 U.S.C. 7310, 46 U.S.C. 7311, 46 U.S.C. 7311a, 46 U.S.C. 7510, 46 U.S.C. 7507, 46 U.S.C. 7102, 46 U.S.C. 7304, 46 U.S.C. 8103, 8 U.S.C. 1408, 46 U.S.C. 2302, 46 U.S.C. 7702, 46 U.S.C. 3714, 46 U.S.C. 70011, 46 U.S.C. 70051, 46 U.S.C. 70007, 46 U.S.C. 9302, 46 U.S.C. 80301, 14 U.S.C. 319, 46 U.S.C. 70503, 33 U.S.C. 1504, 46 U.S.C. 3507, 46 U.S.C. 70103, 46 U.S.C. 3316, 46 U.S.C. 6308, 33 U.S.C. 2717, Public Law 106-113, 14 U.S.C. 2102, 14 U.S.C. 2103, 14 U.S.C. 2126, 14 U.S.C. 3736, 14 U.S.C. 5112, 14 U.S.C. 2158, 14 U.S.C. 2160, 46 U.S.C. 7511, 14 U.S.C. 2518, 10 U.S.C. 1562a, 10 U.S.C. 1561, 14 U.S.C. 2516, 10 U.S.C. 1561b, 14 U.S.C. 2501, 10 U.S.C. 1564, 46 U.S.C. 70022, 46 U.S.C. 70116, 46 U.S.C. 70118, 46 U.S.C. 70131, 46 U.S.C. 70001, 33 U.S.C. 2701, 33 U.S.C. 2703, 33 U.S.C. 2716, 33 U.S.C. 2712, 33 U.S.C. 2718, 33 U.S.C. 2761, 33 U.S.C. 3028, 33 U.S.C. 4103, 33 U.S.C. 3026, 33 U.S.C. 891, Public Law 106-450, Public Law 102-567, 33 U.S.C. 3008, Public Law 107-372, 33 U.S.C. 3001, 33 U.S.C. 3006, 33 U.S.C. 3041, 30 U.S.C. 3023, 33 U.S.C. 3079-1, Public Law 116-259, 40 U.S.C. 548, 16 U.S.C. 973, 16 U.S.C. 973c, 16 U.S.C. 973d, 16 U.S.C. 973e, 16 U.S.C. 973f, 16 U.S.C. 973g, 16 U.S.C. 973h, 16 U.S.C. 973i, 16 U.S.C. 973j, 16 U.S.C. 973k, 16 U.S.C. 973l, 16 U.S.C. 973m, 16 U.S.C. 973n, 16 U.S.C. 973o, 16 U.S.C. 973p, 43 U.S.C. 1474d, 12 U.S.C. 1701x, Public Law 112-55, 42 U.S.C. 12705d, 12 U.S.C. 24, 12 U.S.C. 338a, 42 U.S.C. 3531, 42 U.S.C. 3547, 49 U.S.C. 5309, 42 U.S.C. 12741, Public Law 101-625, 42 U.S.C. 5402, 42 U.S.C. 5403, 42 U.S.C. 5408, 12 U.S.C. 1703, 42 U.S.C. 5301, 12 U.S.C. 1708, 12 U.S.C. 3338, 12 U.S.C. 3332, 12 U.S.C. 3342, 12 U.S.C. 3350, 12 U.S.C. 3310, 42 U.S.C. 1437u, 42 U.S.C. 1437f, 42 U.S.C. 3533, 42 U.S.C. 12724, 42 U.S.C. 12747, 42 U.S.C. 12745, 42 U.S.C. 12748, 42 U.S.C. 12756, 42 U.S.C. 12753, 42 U.S.C. 12755, 42 U.S.C. 12704, 42 U.S.C. 12773, 42 U.S.C. 12771, 42 U.S.C. 12701, 12 U.S.C. 3702, 42 U.S.C. 1490a, 42 U.S.C. 1471, 42 U.S.C. 1474, 7 U.S.C. 2009, 42 U.S.C. 1490r, 42 U.S.C. 1485, 42 U.S.C. 11378, 42 U.S.C. 11381, 42 U.S.C. 11360, 42 U.S.C. 11301, 42 U.S.C. 11373, 12 U.S.C. 4541, 12 U.S.C. 1709, 42 U.S.C. 1437a, 42 U.S.C. 11313, 5 U.S.C. 415, 42 U.S.C. 8101, 42 U.S.C. 8106, 15 U.S.C. 1639e, 22 U.S.C. 4024, 22 U.S.C. 2658a, 22 U.S.C. 2452b, 22 U.S.C. 2680b, 22 U.S.C. 262p, 33 U.S.C. 535d, 22 U.S.C. 2656f.

10 U.S.C. 7013 Secretary of the Army

  • (a) (1) There is a Secretary of the Army, appointed from civilian life by the… changed · Sec. 111 · see the words

Public Law 116-283 An earlier law, changed directly

10 U.S.C. 8062 United States Navy: composition; functions

  • (b) The naval combat forces of the Navy shall include not less than 11 operational… added to · Sec. 127(1), Sec. 127(2) · see the words

Public Law 114-328 An earlier law, changed directly

Public Law 118-31 An earlier law, changed directly

10 U.S.C. 9062 Policy; composition; aircraft authorization

  • (l) (1) During the period beginning on the date of the enactment of the National… changed · Sec. 136(a) · see the words
  • (m) (1) During the period beginning on the date of the enactment of the National… changed · Sec. 138 · see the words
  • (n) new · Sec. 1511(b) · see the words

Public Law 118-159 An earlier law, changed directly

Public Law 113-291 An earlier law, changed directly

  • §232 changed · Sec. 213 · see the words
  • §1209 changed · Sec. 1213(1), Sec. 1213(2) · see the words
  • §1236 removed · Sec. 1214(1), Sec. 1214(2), Sec. 1214(3), Sec. 1214(4), Sec. 1214(5), Sec. 1214(6) · see the words

Public Law 115-232 An earlier law, changed directly

10 U.S.C. 4842 Joint Defense Manufacturing Technology Panel

  • (b) (1) The Chair of the Joint Defense Manufacturing Technology Panel shall be the… changed · Sec. 220B(a) · see the words

10 U.S.C. 4841 Manufacturing Technology Program

  • (c) Execution.—(1) The Secretary may carry out projects under the program through… moved to (d) · Sec. 220B(a) · see the words
  • (c) new · Sec. 220B(a) · see the words

Public Law 115-91 An earlier law, changed directly

10 U.S.C. 2912 Availability and use of energy cost savings

  • (c) Use of Operational Energy Cost Savings.—The amount that remains available for… added to · Sec. 314(1) · see the words
  • (e) Transfer of Amounts.—(1) The Secretary of Defense may transfer amounts… changed · Sec. 314(2) · see the words
  • (f) new · Sec. 314(3) · see the words

Public Law 117-263 An earlier law, changed directly

New provisions of the bill's own

  • Sec. 2 Organization of Act into divisions; table of contents
  • Sec. 3 Congressional defense committees
  • Sec. 101 Authorization of appropriations
  • Sec. 121 Procurement authority for Columbia-class submarine program
  • Sec. 122 Procurement authorities for Medium Landing Ships
  • Sec. 123 Recapitalization of Navy waterborne security barriers; modification of prohibition on availability of funds for legacy waterborne security barriers
  • Sec. 125 Limitation on availability of funds for TAGOS ship program
  • Sec. 126 Limitation on availability of funds relating to amphibious warfare ship requirement
  • Sec. 132 Bomber aircraft force structure and transition roadmap
  • Sec. 133 Requirement for an intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance roadmap for the Air Force
  • Sec. 135 Plan for open mission systems of F–35 aircraft
  • Sec. 137 Prohibition on retirement of A–10 aircraft
  • Sec. 139 Expansion of air refueler fleet
  • Sec. 140 Requirements relating to C–130 aircraft
  • Sec. 141 Information on future large and oversized air cargo transportation services
  • Sec. 142 Extension of prohibition on certain reductions to B–1 bomber aircraft squadrons
  • Sec. 143 Prohibition on certain reductions to inventory of E–3 airborne warning and control system aircraft
  • Sec. 201 Authorization of appropriations
  • Sec. 211 Modifications to defense research capacity building program
  • Sec. 214 Limitation on use of funds for certain Navy software
  • Sec. 215 Limitation on availability of funds for Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering
  • Sec. 217 Western regional range complex demonstration
  • Sec. 219 Advanced robotic automation for munitions manufacturing
  • Sec. 220 Dual-use and defense advanced manufacturing innovation hubs
  • Sec. 220A Advanced manufacturing and additive manufacturing programs
  • Sec. 220C Limitation on availability of funds for fundamental research collaboration with certain academic institutions
  • Sec. 221 Catalyst Pathfinder Program
  • Sec. 223 Evaluation of additional test corridors for hypersonic and long-range weapons
  • Sec. 225 Congressionally directed programs for test and evaluation oversight
  • Sec. 226 Prohibition on modification of indirect cost rates for institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations
  • Sec. 227 Enhance international coordination for advanced manufacturing techniques, technologies, and adoption
  • Sec. 231 Biotechnology Management Office
  • Sec. 232 Department of Defense biotechnology strategy
  • Sec. 233 Defining guidelines and policies on the use of biotechnology for the Armed Forces
  • Sec. 234 Enhancement of international biodefense capacity
  • Sec. 311 Department of Defense guidelines regarding implementation of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
  • Sec. 317 Provision of bottled water to communities with private drinking water contaminated with perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances from activities of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 320 Interim responses to address releases or threatened releases of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances
  • Sec. 322 Technology enhancement for surface ship maintenance
  • Sec. 323 Delegation to United States Transportation Command of mitigating vulnerabilities and risks associated with contested logistics for Department of Defense
  • Sec. 324 Requirements for Department of Defense aircraft operations near commercial airports
  • Sec. 326 Prohibition on closure of Army organic industrial base sites
  • Sec. 327 Establishment of Defense Personal Property Management Office under Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness
  • Sec. 328 Integration of commercially available artificial intelligence capabilities into logistics operations
  • Sec. 329 Pilot program on arsenal workload sustainment
  • Sec. 333 Annual report on funding and status of interim remedial actions of Department of Defense relating to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances
  • Sec. 341 Provision of sports foods and third-party certified dietary supplements to members of the United States Special Operations Command
  • Sec. 342 Limitation on use of funds to establish or expand Space Force Special Operations Component Command
  • Sec. 343 Requirements for contracts relating to permanent change of station moving process
  • Sec. 344 Limitation on transformation by the Army of primary helicopter training program at Fort Rucker, Alabama
  • Sec. 345 Conveyance of certain aircraft from Air Force to Arizona Aviation Historical Group, Phoenix, Arizona
  • Sec. 346 Limitation on use of funds by the Army until submittal of plan to integrate Joint Munitions Command and Army Sustainment Command
  • Sec. 347 Limitation on use of certain funds of the Air Force until acquisition strategy submitted to maintain Airborne Command Post capability
  • Sec. 348 Pilot program for contracted amphibious air resources for the area of responsibility of the United States Indo-Pacific Command
  • Sec. 349 Naming of certain assets of the Department of Defense in the Commonwealth of Virginia
  • Sec. 401 End strengths for active forces
  • Sec. 411 End strengths for selected reserve
  • Sec. 412 End strengths for reserves on active duty in support of the reserves
  • Sec. 413 End strengths for military technicians (dual status)
  • Sec. 414 Maximum number of reserve personnel authorized to be on active duty for operational support
  • Sec. 421 Military personnel
  • Sec. 507 Temporary increase in fiscal year percentage limitation for reduction or waiver of service-in-grade requirement for general and flag officers to be retired in pay grades O-7 and O-8
  • Sec. 512 Disestablishment of Navy Reserve Center system
  • Sec. 513 National Guard personnel authorities
  • Sec. 514 National Guard personnel disaster response duty
  • Sec. 524 Recognition of remotely piloted aircraft crew
  • Sec. 531 Notification of military sex offenders at military installations
  • Sec. 532 Quarterly reports on sexual assault prevention and response efforts
  • Sec. 544 Integration of the Secretary of Defense Strategic Thinkers Program
  • Sec. 546 Mandatory training on government ethics and national security law
  • Sec. 547 Prohibition on consideration of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or religion in service academy admissions decisions
  • Sec. 548 Prohibition on participation of males in athletic programs or activities at the military service academies that are designated for women or girls
  • Sec. 551 Certain assistance to local educational agencies that benefit dependents of military and civilian personnel
  • Sec. 552 Management of special education in schools operated by Department of Defense Education Activity
  • Sec. 554 Regulations on the use of portable electronic mobile devices in Department of Defense Education Activity schools
  • Sec. 555 Administration of college admissions tests by the Department of Defense Education Activity
  • Sec. 556 Support for expanding early child care options for members of the Armed Forces and their families
  • Sec. 557 Improved counseling and access to information relating to foster care for military families
  • Sec. 558 Pilot program on recruitment and retention of employees for child development programs
  • Sec. 559 Report on unmet need for child care in areas with significant populations of members of the Armed Forces
  • Sec. 561 Legal assistance for guardianship transfers
  • Sec. 571 Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps instructor qualifications
  • Sec. 572 Temporary authority to provide bonuses to Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps instructors
  • Sec. 584 Recruiter access to secondary schools
  • Sec. 585 Compliance with travel charge card deactivation requirements
  • Sec. 602 Inclusion of descriptions of types of pay on pay statements
  • Sec. 603 Increased awareness and improved calculation of rates for basic allowance for housing
  • Sec. 604 Military compensation educational campaign
  • Sec. 611 Reviews of designations of imminent danger pay areas
  • Sec. 613 Pilot program on improving retention of members with degrees in their fields of specialty
  • Sec. 624 Designation of United States Army Garrison Kwajalein Atoll as remote and isolated military installation
  • Sec. 625 Designation of Creech Air Force Base as a remote or isolated installation
  • Sec. 627 Program to provide Government-funded transportation for certain members of the Armed Forces stationed overseas
  • Sec. 629 Government Accountability Office study on casualty assistance and long-term care programs
  • Sec. 703 Assessment of behavioral health and social health conditions of military personnel and their families assigned to Creech Air Force Base, Nevada
  • Sec. 704 Authority to provide sexual assault medical forensic examinations on a nonreimbursable basis to certain otherwise ineligible individuals
  • Sec. 712 Establishment of policies for priority assignment of medical personnel of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 713 Graduate medical education partnership demonstration program
  • Sec. 715 Improvement of transition of medics in the Armed Forces to the civilian workforce in health care occupations
  • Sec. 716 Improvement of provider directory accuracy for specialty care providers under the TRICARE program
  • Sec. 717 Review of disclosure requirements under processes and forms relating to health care provider credentialing and privileging of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 718 Provision of health care services at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
  • Sec. 721 Strategic infectious disease medical research plan
  • Sec. 723 Pilot program on wastewater surveillance system of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 802 Capstone requirements
  • Sec. 803 Modification to acquisition strategy
  • Sec. 805 Alternative test and evaluation pathway for designated defense acquisition programs
  • Sec. 806 Department of Defense member of Cost Accounting Standards Board
  • Sec. 807 Combatant command experimentation authority
  • Sec. 822 Financing for covered activities
  • Sec. 823 Exemptions for nontraditional defense contractors
  • Sec. 829 Consumption-based solutions
  • Sec. 832 Limitation on required flowdown of contract clauses to subcontractors providing commercial products or commercial services
  • Sec. 833 References in contracts to Department of Defense policy documents, instructions, and manuals
  • Sec. 834 Uninsurable risk on certain contracts
  • Sec. 835 Reporting of price increases
  • Sec. 836 Instructions for continued operational readiness
  • Sec. 837 Indemnification of contractors against nuclear and unusually hazardous risks
  • Sec. 841 Repeal of limitations on certain Department of Defense Executive Agent authority
  • Sec. 842 Small unmanned aircraft system industrial base remediation plan
  • Sec. 845 Mitigation of risks related to foreign ownership, control, or influence of Department of Defense contractors or subcontractors
  • Sec. 847 Sourcing options for certain critical products
  • Sec. 848 Prohibiting the purchase of photovoltaic modules or inverters from Foreign Entities of Concern
  • Sec. 849 Modernization of Army arsenals
  • Sec. 849B Report on United States boot industrial base and Berry Amendment compliance
  • Sec. 862 Independent study on the acquisition workforce of the Department of Defense
  • Sec. 863 Expedited acceptance program for supply chain illumination
  • Sec. 864 Simultaneous conflicts critical munitions report
  • Sec. 866 Estimate of ally and partner demand for United States-produced munitions and specified expendables
  • Sec. 867 Reform of contractor performance information requirements
  • Sec. 868 Repeals of existing law to streamline the defense acquisition process
  • Sec. 873 Processes for incentivizing contractor expansion of sources of supply
  • Sec. 874 Duty-free entry of supplies procured by Department of Defense
  • Sec. 875 Other transaction authority reporting
  • Sec. 876 Assessment of competitive effects of defense contractor transactions
  • Sec. 877 Evaluation of TP-Link telecommunications equipment for designation as covered telecommunications equipment or services
  • Sec. 878 Country-of-origin disclosure requirements for generic drugs purchased by the Department of Defense
  • Sec. 879 Phase-out of computer and printer acquisitions involving entities owned or controlled by China
  • Sec. 880 Prohibition on operation, procurement, and contracting related to foreign-made additive manufacturing machines
  • Sec. 881 Prohibition on contracting with certain biotechnology providers
  • Sec. 882 SkyFoundry Program
  • Sec. 913 Study on feasibility and advisability of establishing a Joint Capabilities and Programming Board
  • Sec. 914 Briefing on restructuring of Army Futures Command and Training and Doctrine Command
  • Sec. 915 Designation of senior official for military-to-civilian transition
  • Sec. 918 Delay of disestablishment of Navy Expeditionary Combat Command Pacific
  • Sec. 919 Limitation on use of funds for consolidation, disestablishment, or elimination of geographic combatant commands
  • Sec. 921 Defense Science Board study on optimal organizational structure for digital engineering solutions
  • Sec. 922 Establishment of Advanced Nuclear Transition Working Group
  • Sec. 1001 General transfer authority
  • Sec. 1003 Briefing on beginning balance issues for audit purposes
  • Sec. 1011 Requirements related to Medium Landing Ships and Light Replenishment Oilers
  • Sec. 1013 Exemption of unmanned surface vessels and unmanned underwater vehicles from certain technical authority requirements
  • Sec. 1014 Prohibition on retiring and decommissioning oceanographic research vessels of the Navy
  • Sec. 1016 Report on auxiliary vessel co-production
  • Sec. 1017 Report on vessel leasing program
  • Sec. 1018 Pilot program on use of automated shipbuilding technologies and capabilities
  • Sec. 1021 Extension of prohibition on use of funds for transfer or release of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the United States
  • Sec. 1022 Extension of prohibition on use of funds to construct or modify facilities in the United States to house detainees transferred from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
  • Sec. 1023 Extension of prohibition on use of funds for transfer or release of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to certain countries
  • Sec. 1024 Extension of prohibition on use of funds to close or relinquish control of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
  • Sec. 1031 Prohibition on use of funds to support entertainment projects with ties to the Government of the People’s Republic of China
  • Sec. 1032 Prohibition on destruction or scrapping of World War II–era aircraft
  • Sec. 1035 Notification of the use of military aircraft for immigration enforcement operations
  • Sec. 1037 Prohibition on operation of connected vehicles designed, developed, manufactured, or supplied by persons owned by, controlled by, or subject to the jurisdiction of a foreign entity of concern on Department of Defense property
  • Sec. 1038 Continued implementation of anti-trafficking programs for children
  • Sec. 1041 Annual report on contract cancellations
  • Sec. 1043 Report on National Guard sexual assault prevention and response training
  • Sec. 1045 Military Sealift Command
  • Sec. 1046 Report on aliens held at installations of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 1047 Briefing on expenditures or planned expenditures of funds allocated for exploration and development of existing Arctic infrastructure
  • Sec. 1053 Prohibiting Secretary of Defense from developing voting technology or methodology
  • Sec. 1054 Assessment of the feasibility and advisability of using personnel of the Department of Defense to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • Sec. 1055 Limitation on availability of funds for travel expenses of the Office of the Secretary of Defense
  • Sec. 1057 Irregular Warfare Exercise Laboratory
  • Sec. 1058 Semiannual report on Department of Defense operations at the southern land border
  • Sec. 1059 University-based secure innovation incubator program of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 1060 Priority consideration of energy projects that are likely to experience significant temporal impact due to seasonal Arctic climate conditions
  • Sec. 1063 Commission on the National Defense Strategy
  • Sec. 1064 Provision by Air Force of meteorological and environmental services for intelligence community
  • Sec. 1065 Expansion of Individual Longitudinal Exposure Record
  • Sec. 1066 Classification of Nevada Test and Training Range as location where contamination occurred and members of the Armed Forces were exposed to toxic substances
  • Sec. 1072 Study of national security risks posed by certain routers and modems
  • Sec. 1073 Fairness in issuance of tactical equipment to Diplomatic Security Service personnel
  • Sec. 1074 Commercial Space Activity Advisory Committee
  • Sec. 1076 Finding opportunities for resource exploration
  • Sec. 1078 Protecting covered information in public records
  • Sec. 1082 Feasibility study on removal of oil from sunken World War II vessels in waters near the Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of Palau
  • Sec. 1083 Mapping America's Pharmaceutical Supply
  • Sec. 1082 Provision of information on career opportunities in the defense industrial base to persons ineligible for military service
  • Sec. 1083 Provision to Navy personnel of information on career opportunities at Military Sealift Command
  • Sec. 1084 Report on defense workforce integration
  • Sec. 1099A Investment and technical assistance in the fisheries sector
  • Sec. 1099B Strategy to identify seafood and seafood products from foreign vessels using forced labor
  • Sec. 1099E Exception related to the importation of goods
  • Sec. 1099F Rule of construction
  • Sec. 1101 Educational travel authority for dependents of certain employees
  • Sec. 1102 One-year extension of authority to waive annual limitation on premium pay and aggregate limitation on pay for Federal civilian employees working overseas
  • Sec. 1103 One-year extension of temporary authority to grant allowances, benefits, and gratuities to civilian personnel on official duty in a combat zone
  • Sec. 1108 Prohibition on use of funds to reduce the workforce at public shipyards
  • Sec. 1205 Building capacity of the armed forces of Mexico to counter transnational criminal organizations
  • Sec. 1206 Cybersecurity cooperation with the Government of Panama and the Panama Canal Authority
  • Sec. 1207 State Partnership Program selection analysis
  • Sec. 1216 Security and oversight of al-Hol and Roj camps
  • Sec. 1217 Limitation on use of funds for reduction or consolidation of United States Armed Forces bases in Syria
  • Sec. 1218 Limitation on availability of funds for the Office of Security Cooperation in Iraq
  • Sec. 1224 Weapons depot maintenance strategic plan for Ukraine
  • Sec. 1225 Oversight of United States military posture in Europe
  • Sec. 1227 Statement of policy relating to Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative
  • Sec. 1228 Intelligence support for Ukraine
  • Sec. 1229 International Security Cooperation Program funding for United States European Command
  • Sec. 1230 Promotion of the Joint Ukrainian Multinational Program—Services, Training and Articles Rapid Timeline (JUMPSTART)
  • Sec. 1230B Modification of requirements for transfers of United States defense articles and defense services among Baltic states
  • Sec. 1230C Baltic Security Initiative
  • Sec. 1233 Oversight of United States military posture on the Korean Peninsula
  • Sec. 1234 Limitation on availability of funds for travel expenses of the Office of the Secretary of Defense
  • Sec. 1235 Bolstering industrial resilience with allies in Indo-Pacific region
  • Sec. 1237 Joint program with Taiwan to enable fielding of uncrewed systems and counter-uncrewed systems capabilities
  • Sec. 1238 Report on critical digital infrastructure of Taiwan
  • Sec. 1239 Report on Japanese counterstrike capabilities
  • Sec. 1240 Report on enhanced security cooperation with the Philippines
  • Sec. 1242 Strategic partnership on defense industrial priorities between the United States and Taiwan
  • Sec. 1243 Invitation to Taiwan to Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise
  • Sec. 1251 Middle East integrated air and missile defense architecture
  • Sec. 1253 Enhancing security partnership with Jordan and Lebanon
  • Sec. 1254 Joint Program Office for Non-Programs of Record to support foreign acquisition
  • Sec. 1257 Guidance for coordination of international arms transfers
  • Sec. 1258 Requirement to update the National Disclosure Policy
  • Sec. 1260 Expansion of country prioritization
  • Sec. 1261 Streamlining and expediting sales of defense articles and services
  • Sec. 1263 Establishment of program to promote participation of foreign students in the Senior Reserve Officers' Training Corps
  • Sec. 1265 Strategy for United States security assistance to Mexico
  • Sec. 1266 Supporting the identification and recovery of abducted Ukrainian children
  • Sec. 1280A Reports on Russian and Chinese malign influence operations and campaigns in the Western Balkans
  • Sec. 1301 Cooperative Threat Reduction funds
  • Sec. 1401 Working capital funds
  • Sec. 1402 Chemical agents and munitions destruction, defense
  • Sec. 1403 Drug interdiction and counter-drug activities, defense-wide
  • Sec. 1404 Defense Inspector General
  • Sec. 1405 Defense Health Program
  • Sec. 1421 Authorization of appropriations for Armed Forces Retirement Home
  • Sec. 1501 Delay in implementation of environmental assessment for rocket cargo test and demonstration at Johnston Atoll
  • Sec. 1502 Study on future space launch capacity
  • Sec. 1503 Acquisition and operation of space systems for space warfighting and control
  • Sec. 1504 Blast damage assessment guide for space vehicles at Air Force launch complexes
  • Sec. 1505 Acquisition of space-based tactical data capability
  • Sec. 1506 Use of middle tier acquisition program for proliferated warfighter space architecture of the Space Development Agency
  • Sec. 1507 Continuation of operation of Defense Meteorological Satellite Program
  • Sec. 1514 Limitation on availability of funds pending establishment of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear Deterrence, Chemical, and Biological Defense Policy and Programs
  • Sec. 1516 Limitation on availability of funds pending notification of tasking authority delegation
  • Sec. 1518 Pilot program for unmanned aerial vehicle resupply to launch control facilities
  • Sec. 1519 Limitation on availability of funds pending commencement of annual briefings on implementation of recommendations by the Congressional Commission on the Strategic Posture of the United States
  • Sec. 1520 Deep cleaning of launch control centers of the Air Force Global Strike Command
  • Sec. 1521 Limitation on compensation caps
  • Sec. 1532 Inclusion of Hawaii and Alaska in plans for Iron Dome for America
  • Sec. 1534 Iron Dome short-range rocket defense system and Israeli cooperative missile defense program co-development and co-production
  • Sec. 1535 Requirement for Aegis Combat Systems operationally deployed under United States Indo-Pacific Command
  • Sec. 1537 Assessment of the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site
  • Sec. 1538 Biennial assessments of the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site
  • Sec. 1539 Limitation on availability of funds for Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment pending commencement of annual briefings on missile defense of Guam
  • Sec. 1540 Limitation on availability of funds for Missile Defense Agency pending arrangement for independent analysis of space-based missile defense capability
  • Sec. 1541 Limitation on authority to reduce sustainment for or halt operation of the AN/FPS–108 COBRA DANE radar
  • Sec. 1542 Accelerating development of autonomous agents to defend against cruise missiles and unmanned systems
  • Sec. 1543 Missile defense testing requirements
  • Sec. 1544 Improving United States missile defense capabilities
  • Sec. 1551 Independent assessment of the Department of Defense National Industrial Security Program
  • Sec. 1552 Reforms relating to inactive security clearances
  • Sec. 1553 Annual review of the Joint Electromagnetic Battle Management Software Program
  • Sec. 1554 Integration of electronic warfare into Tier 1 and Tier 2 joint training exercises
  • Sec. 1556 Consolidated security classification guidance matrix for programs relating to unidentified anomalous phenomena
  • Sec. 1557 Plan for increasing utility of user activity monitoring capabilities
  • Sec. 1558 Support by the 350th Spectrum Warfare Wing to EA–37B Compass Call Aircraft
  • Sec. 1559 Report on the technical collection capabilities of the People's Republic of China and the Russian Federation in the Republic of Cuba
  • Sec. 1562 Limitation on the divestment, consolidation, and curtailment of certain electronic warfare test and evaluation activities
  • Sec. 1601 Comprehensive cyber workforce strategy
  • Sec. 1602 United States Cyber Command artificial intelligence industry collaboration roadmap
  • Sec. 1603 Strategy for deterrence against cyberattacks against defense critical infrastructure of the United States
  • Sec. 1605 Report on reserve component integration into cyber mission force and cyberspace operations
  • Sec. 1606 Evaluation of cyber range management and funding
  • Sec. 1610 Review of future force employment concepts and associated personnel policy needs for evolving cyber forces
  • Sec. 1610A Evaluation of Joint Task Force–Cyber in support of geographic combatant commands
  • Sec. 1610B Prohibition on availability of funds to modify authorities of the Commander of United States Cyber Command
  • Sec. 1610C Program for talent management of cyber personnel through active and reserve transitioning
  • Sec. 1612 Assessment regarding real-time monitoring of defense weapons platforms for cyber threats
  • Sec. 1613 Assessment of feasibility and advisability of establishing an operational technology cybersecurity training center of excellence
  • Sec. 1614 Framework for integration of information technology technical debt assessment into annual budget process
  • Sec. 1615 Mission Infrastructure Resilience Task Force
  • Sec. 1616 Plan for deploying private fifth generation Open Radio Access Networks on Department of Defense bases
  • Sec. 1617 Limitation on funds for travel pending briefing on process for best-in-class cyber data products and services
  • Sec. 1618 Limitation of funds for travel expenses for the Office of the Chief Information Officer
  • Sec. 1619 Limitation on availability of funds for the Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control initiative
  • Sec. 1620 Review of Joint Fires Network program transition
  • Sec. 1620A Prohibition on the elimination of certain cyber assessment capabilities for test and evaluation
  • Sec. 1620C Department of Defense working group, strategy, and report on ensuring the security, resiliency, and integrity of undersea cables
  • Sec. 1620D Audit and updated guidance to reduce, mitigate, or eliminate risk from cloud computing contracts with foreign exposure
  • Sec. 1621 Public-private cybersecurity partnership for highly capable artificial intelligence systems
  • Sec. 1622 Digital sandbox environments for artificial intelligence
  • Sec. 1623 Artificial intelligence model assessment and oversight
  • Sec. 1624 Department of Defense Ontology Governance Working Group
  • Sec. 1626 Artificial General Intelligence Steering Committee
  • Sec. 1627 Physical and cybersecurity procurement requirements for artificial intelligence systems
  • Sec. 1628 Guidance and prohibition on use of certain artificial intelligence
  • Sec. 1629 Roadmap for advancing digital content provenance standards
  • Sec. 1630 Enhanced protection of data affecting operational security of Department of Defense personnel
  • Sec. 1702 Secretary defined
  • Sec. 1704 Authorization of appropriations
  • Sec. 1705 Termination
  • Sec. 1711 Imposition of sanctions
  • Sec. 1712 Definitions
  • Sec. 1731 Requirements relating to the Non-SDN Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Companies List
  • Sec. 1741 Exception relating to importation of goods
  • Sec. 2002 Expiration of authorizations and amounts required to be specified by law
  • Sec. 2101 Authorized Army construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2102 Family housing
  • Sec. 2103 Authorization of appropriations, Army
  • Sec. 2104 Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2021 project at Fort Gillem, Georgia
  • Sec. 2105 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022 projects
  • Sec. 2106 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2023 projects
  • Sec. 2201 Authorized Navy construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2202 Family housing
  • Sec. 2203 Authorization of appropriations, Navy
  • Sec. 2204 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022 projects
  • Sec. 2205 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2023 projects
  • Sec. 2301 Authorized Air Force construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2302 Family housing
  • Sec. 2303 Authorization of appropriations, Air Force
  • Sec. 2304 Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2017 project at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany
  • Sec. 2305 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2019 projects
  • Sec. 2306 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2020 projects
  • Sec. 2307 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022 projects
  • Sec. 2308 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2023 projects
  • Sec. 2309 Modification of authority to carry out fiscal year 2025 project at F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming
  • Sec. 2401 Authorized Defense Agencies construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2402 Authorized Energy Resilience and Conservation Investment Program projects
  • Sec. 2403 Authorization of appropriations, Defense Agencies
  • Sec. 2404 Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2019 project at Iwakuni, Japan
  • Sec. 2405 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022 projects
  • Sec. 2406 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2023 projects
  • Sec. 2408 Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2025 projects
  • Sec. 2501 Authorized NATO construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2502 Authorization of appropriations, NATO
  • Sec. 2511 Republic of Korea funded construction projects
  • Sec. 2512 Republic of Poland funded construction projects
  • Sec. 2601 Authorized Army National Guard construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2602 Authorized Army Reserve construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2603 Authorized Navy Reserve and Marine Corps Reserve construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2604 Authorized Air National Guard construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2605 Authorized Air Force Reserve construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2606 Authorization of appropriations, National Guard and Reserve
  • Sec. 2607 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2023 projects
  • Sec. 2608 Modification of authority to carry out fiscal year 2023 project at Tucson International Airport, Arizona
  • Sec. 2701 Authorization of appropriations for base realignment and closure activities funded through Department of Defense Base Closure Account
  • Sec. 2801 Requirement for the military departments to develop and annually update a 20-year infrastructure improvement plan
  • Sec. 2805 Implementation of Comptroller General recommendations relating to information sharing to improve oversight of military construction
  • Sec. 2809 Prohibition on designation of military construction projects as part of military intelligence program
  • Sec. 2823 Authority for unaccompanied housing project under pilot authority for use of other transactions for installation or facility prototyping
  • Sec. 2824 Elimination of indoor residential mold in housing of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 2827 Implementation of Comptroller General recommendations relating to critical military housing supply and affordability
  • Sec. 2831 Authorization to acquire through exchange or lease certain land used by the Armed Forces in Hawaii
  • Sec. 2832 Report on land withdrawals
  • Sec. 2843 Joint base facility management of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 2844 Limitation on use of amounts for travel based on compliance with requirements related to minimum capital investment
  • Sec. 2845 Extension of prohibition on joint use of Homestead Air Reserve Base with civil aviation
  • Sec. 2846 Pilot program on procurement of utility services for installations of the Department of Defense through areawide contracts
  • Sec. 2848 Prohibition on use of funds for development of Greenbury Point Conservation Area at Naval Support Activity Annapolis, Maryland
  • Sec. 2849 Application of certain authorities and standards to historic military housing and associated historic properties of the Department of the Navy and the Department of the Air Force
  • Sec. 3101 National Nuclear Security Administration
  • Sec. 3102 Defense environmental cleanup
  • Sec. 3103 Other defense activities
  • Sec. 3104 Nuclear energy
  • Sec. 3114 Review and assessment of the National Nuclear Security Administration Enterprise Blueprint
  • Sec. 3121 National security positions within the Department of Energy
  • Sec. 3122 Office of Environmental Management program-wide performance metrics for reducing risk
  • Sec. 3123 Office of Environmental Management integrated radioactive waste disposal planning and optimization
  • Sec. 3124 Report on future activities and resources for the delivery of specialized infrastructure
  • Sec. 3125 Plan to modernize nuclear security enterprise
  • Sec. 3201 Authorization
  • Sec. 4001 Authorization of amounts in funding tables
  • Sec. 4101 Procurement
  • Sec. 4201 Research, development, test, and evaluation
  • Sec. 4301 Operation and maintenance
  • Sec. 4401 Military personnel
  • Sec. 4501 Other Authorizations
  • Sec. 4601 Military Construction
  • Sec. 4701 Department of Energy National Security Programs
  • Sec. 5331 Report on adoption of graphite oxide-based firefighting foams
  • Sec. 5621 Pilot program to provide coupons to junior enlisted members to purchase food at commissaries
  • Sec. 5721 Briefing on use of other transaction agreements for development of medical prototypes
  • Sec. 5861 Repeals of existing laws to streamline the defense acquisition process
  • Sec. 5862 Duty-free entry of supplies procured by Department of Defense
  • Sec. 6011 Support for counterdrug activities and activities to counter transnational organized crime
  • Sec. 6022 Study and report
  • Sec. 6024 National registry of Korean American divided families
  • Sec. 6025 Reports on food insecurity in Armed Forces
  • Sec. 6031 Drinking water well replacement for Chincoteague, Virginia
  • Sec. 6032 Report on implementation of artificial intelligence into certain anti-money laundering investigations
  • Sec. 6033 Keeping drugs out of schools
  • Sec. 6212 Countering Captagon production and distribution
  • Sec. 6231 Modernizing the defense capabilities of the Philippines
  • Sec. 6232 Strategy to respond to the PRC's global basing intentions
  • Sec. 6233 Strategy to strengthen multilateral deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region
  • Sec. 6240C Elimination of certification requirement for commercial technical assistance or manufacturing license agreements involving Australia and the United Kingdom
  • Sec. 6252 Findings
  • Sec. 6254 Support for Taiwan admission to the IMF
  • Sec. 6255 Testimony requirement
  • Sec. 6501 Enhancement of space domain awareness through ground-based sensor development
  • Sec. 6502 Continuation of operation of Defense Meteorological Satellite Program
  • Sec. 6611 Strategy on quantum readiness
  • Sec. 6612 Secure and interoperable defense collaboration technology
  • Sec. 6613 Prohibition on access to Department of Defense cloud-based resources by individuals who are not citizens of the United States or allied countries
  • Sec. 6621 Comptroller General of the United States review of Department of Defense governance processes for adoption of artificial intelligence tools
  • Sec. 7811 Report on indoor mold, pathogens, and airborne toxins within housing units at installations of the Air Force
  • Sec. 7814 Improvement of administration of military unaccompanied housing
  • Sec. 2 Definitions
  • Sec. 101 Authorization of appropriations
  • Sec. 102 Classified Schedule of Authorizations
  • Sec. 103 Increase in employee compensation and benefits authorized by law
  • Sec. 201 Authorization of appropriations
  • Sec. 302 Annual survey of analytic objectivity among officers and employees of elements of the intelligence community
  • Sec. 304 Estimate of cost to ensure compliance with Intelligence Community Directive 705
  • Sec. 306 Counterintelligence support for Department of the Treasury networks and systems
  • Sec. 307 Report on Director's Initiatives Group personnel matters
  • Sec. 310 Report on secure mobile communications systems available to employees and of the intelligence community
  • Sec. 311 Plan for implementing an integrated system spanning the intelligence community for accreditation of sensitive compartmented information facilities
  • Sec. 317 Plan to establish commercial geospatial intelligence data and services program management office
  • Sec. 320 Prohibiting discrimination in the intelligence community
  • Sec. 403 Reforms relating to the Office of the Director of National Intelligence
  • Sec. 512 Prohibition on intelligence community contracting with Chinese military companies engaged in biotechnology research, development, or manufacturing
  • Sec. 513 Report on the wealth of the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party
  • Sec. 514 Assessment and report on investments by the People's Republic of China in the agriculture sector of Brazil
  • Sec. 531 Plan to enhance counternarcotics collaboration, coordination, and cooperation with the Government of Mexico
  • Sec. 532 Enhancing intelligence support to counter foreign adversary influence in Sudan
  • Sec. 535 Duty to warn United States persons threatened by Iranian lethal plotting
  • Sec. 602 Enhancing biotechnology talent within the intelligence community
  • Sec. 603 Enhanced intelligence community support to secure United States genomic data
  • Sec. 604 Ensuring intelligence community procurement of domestic United States production of synthetic DNA and RNA
  • Sec. 605 Report on identification of intelligence community sites for advanced nuclear technologies
  • Sec. 606 Addressing intelligence gaps relating to China's investment in United States-origin biotechnology
  • Sec. 608 Artificial intelligence development and usage by intelligence community
  • Sec. 609 High-impact artificial intelligence systems
  • Sec. 611 Revision of interim guidance regarding acquisition and use of foundation models
  • Sec. 703 Reforms relating to inactive security clearances
  • Sec. 704 Study on protection of classified information relating to budget functions
  • Sec. 802 Review and declassification of intelligence relating to anomalous health incidents
  • Sec. 909 Foreign material acquisitions
  • Sec. 6103 Study and report on efforts to address fentanyl trafficking from the People's Republic of China and other relevant countries
  • Sec. 6106 Imposition of sanctions with respect to agencies or instrumentalities of foreign states
  • Sec. 6204 Congressional Report on components related to hostage affairs and recovery
  • Sec. 6205 Rule of construction
  • Sec. 6311 United states support for integration of anti-trafficking in persons interventions in multilateral development banks
  • Sec. 6331 Briefing on annual trafficking in person’s report
  • Sec. 6332 Briefing on use and justification of waivers
  • Sec. 5002 Commandant defined
  • Sec. 5115 Regular Polar Security Cutter updates
  • Sec. 5132 Preparedness plans for Coast Guard properties located in tsunami inundation zones
  • Sec. 5136 Policy and briefing on availability of naloxone to treat opioid, including fentanyl, overdoses
  • Sec. 5137 Great Lakes and Saint Lawrence River cooperative vessel traffic service
  • Sec. 5138 Policy on methods to reduce incentives for illicit maritime drug trafficking
  • Sec. 5139 Procurement of tactical maritime surveillance systems
  • Sec. 5140 Plan for joint and integrated maritime operational and leadership training for United States Coast Guard and Taiwan Coast Guard Administration
  • Sec. 5151 Direct hire authority for certain personnel
  • Sec. 5152 Temporary exemption from authorized end strength for enlisted members on active duty in Coast Guard in pay grades E–8 and E–9
  • Sec. 5156 Housing
  • Sec. 5158 Coast Guard embedded behavioral health technician program
  • Sec. 5159 Expansion of access to counseling
  • Sec. 5160 Command sponsorship for dependents of members of Coast Guard assigned to Unalaska, Alaska
  • Sec. 5161 Travel allowance for members of Coast Guard assigned to Alaska
  • Sec. 5163 Tuition Assistance and Advanced Education Assistance Pilot Program
  • Sec. 5165 Recruitment, relocation, and retention incentive program for civilian firefighters employed by Coast Guard in remote locations
  • Sec. 5168 Commandant Advisory Judge Advocate
  • Sec. 5170 Notification
  • Sec. 5172 Study on Coast Guard Academy oversight
  • Sec. 5173 Electronic locking mechanisms to ensure Coast Guard Academy cadet room security
  • Sec. 5175 Report on existing behavioral health and wellness support services facilities at Coast Guard Academy
  • Sec. 5176 Required posting of information
  • Sec. 5177 Installation of behavioral health and wellness rooms
  • Sec. 5179 Authorization for use of Coast Guard Academy facilities and equipment by covered foundations
  • Sec. 5180 Concurrent jurisdiction at Coast Guard Academy
  • Sec. 5181 Maritime domain awareness in Coast Guard sector for Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands
  • Sec. 5182 Report on condition of Missouri River dayboards
  • Sec. 5183 Study on Coast Guard missions
  • Sec. 5184 Annual report on progress of certain homeporting projects
  • Sec. 5185 Report on Bay class icebreaking tug fleet replacement
  • Sec. 5186 Feasibility study on supporting additional port visits and deployments in support of Operation Blue Pacific
  • Sec. 5187 Study and gap analysis with respect to Coast Guard Air Station Corpus Christi aviation hangar
  • Sec. 5188 Report on impacts of joint travel regulations on members of Coast Guard who rely on ferry systems
  • Sec. 5189 Report on Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program
  • Sec. 5190 Report on and expansion of Coast Guard Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Program
  • Sec. 5213 Study of amphibious vessels
  • Sec. 5216 Study on Bering Strait vessel traffic projections and emergency response posture at ports of the United States
  • Sec. 5217 Underwater inspections brief
  • Sec. 5218 St. Lucie River railroad bridge
  • Sec. 5220 Improving Vessel Traffic Service monitoring
  • Sec. 5231 Establishment of National Advisory Committee on Autonomous Maritime Systems
  • Sec. 5232 Pilot program for governance and oversight of small uncrewed maritime systems
  • Sec. 5233 Coast Guard training course
  • Sec. 5234 NOAA membership on Autonomous Vessel Policy Council
  • Sec. 5236 Uncrewed systems capabilities report and briefing
  • Sec. 5237 Definitions
  • Sec. 5250 Abandoned and derelict vessel removals
  • Sec. 5401 Independent review of Coast Guard reforms
  • Sec. 5408 Review of discharge characterization
  • Sec. 5411 Notification of changes to Uniform Code of Military Justice or Manual for Courts Martial relating to covered misconduct
  • Sec. 5413 Development of policies on military protective orders
  • Sec. 5414 Coast Guard implementation of independent review commission recommendations on addressing sexual assault and sexual harassment in the military
  • Sec. 5415 Policy relating to care and support of victims of covered misconduct
  • Sec. 5418 Participation in CATCH a Serial Offender program
  • Sec. 5419 Accountability and transparency relating to allegations of misconduct against senior leaders
  • Sec. 5421 Report on policy on whistleblower protections
  • Sec. 5422 Review and modification of Coast Guard Academy policy on sexual harassment and sexual violence
  • Sec. 5423 Coast Guard and Coast Guard Academy access to defense sexual assault incident database
  • Sec. 5424 Director of Coast Guard Investigative Service
  • Sec. 5426 Inclusion and command review of information on covered misconduct in personnel service records
  • Sec. 5427 Flag officer review of, and concurrence in, separation of members who have reported sexual misconduct
  • Sec. 5428 Expedited transfer in cases of sexual misconduct or domestic violence
  • Sec. 5429 Access to temporary separation program for victims of alleged sex-related offenses
  • Sec. 5430 Policy and program to expand prevention of sexual misconduct
  • Sec. 5432 Training and education programs for covered misconduct prevention and response
  • Sec. 5504 Comptroller General study on Coast Guard efforts to reduce prevalence of missing or incomplete medical records and sharing of medical data with Department of Veterans Affairs and other entities
  • Sec. 5507 Comptroller General study on Coast Guard basic allowance for housing
  • Sec. 5508 Comptroller General report on safety and security infrastructure at Coast Guard Academy
  • Sec. 5509 Comptroller General study on athletic coaching at Coast Guard Academy
  • Sec. 5510 Comptroller General study and report on permanent change of station process
  • Sec. 5721 References to South Pacific Tuna Act of 1988
  • Sec. 5204 Whole-Home Repairs Act
  • Sec. 5206 Build Now Act
  • Sec. 5209 Innovation Fund
  • Sec. 5210 Accelerating Home Building Act
  • Sec. 5213 Housing Affordability Act
  • Sec. 5401 Creating incentives for small dollar loan originators
  • Sec. 5504 New Moving to Work cohort
  • Sec. 5801 HUD-USDA-VA Interagency Coordination Act
  • Sec. 5802 Streamlining Rural Housing Act
  • Sec. 5803 Improving self-sufficiency of families in HUD-subsidized housing
  • Sec. 5002 Definitions
  • Sec. 5103 Language incentive pay for civil service employees
  • Sec. 5104 Options for comprehensive evaluations
  • Sec. 5105 Job share and part-time employment opportunities
  • Sec. 5204 Strengthening enterprise governance
  • Sec. 5206 Report on China's diplomatic posts
  • Sec. 5306 Review of science and technology agreement with the People’s Republic of China
  • Sec. 5401 Foreign information manipulation and interference strategy
  • Sec. 5504 Visa operations report
  • Sec. 5551 Submission of federally funded research and development center reports to Congress
  • Sec. 5552 Quarterly report on diplomatic pouch access
  • Sec. 5553 Report on utility of instituting a processing fee for ITAR license applications
  • Sec. 5555 Establishing an inner Mongolia section within the United States embassy in Beijing
  • Sec. 5556 Report on United States Mission Australia staffing
  • Sec. 5557 Facilitating regulatory exchanges with allies and partners
  • Sec. 5558 Pilot program to audit barriers to commerce in developing partner countries
  • Sec. 5559 Strategy for promoting supply chain diversification
What the words would change: every change, in place (1615)

Today's wording of each part of the law, with what would be struck out and added. Each change also gives the bill's own instruction, word for word.

  1. 10 U.S.C. 7013(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 111

    The bill says: Section 112(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (10 U.S.C. 7013 note; Public Law 118–31) is amended by inserting "2027," after "fiscal years 2025,".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 7013)

  2. Public Law 116-283repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 124(a)

    The bill says: Section 122 of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 134 Stat. 3425) is repealed.

    Bill text

  3. 10 U.S.C. 8062(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 127(1)

    (b) (1) The naval combat forces of the Navy shall include not less than 11 operational aircraft carriers and not less than 31 operational amphibious warfare ships, of which not less than 10 shall be amphibious assault ships. For purposes of this subsection, an operational aircraft carrier or amphibious warfare ship includes an aircraft carrier or amphibious warfare ship that is temporarily unavailable for worldwide deployment due to routine or scheduled maintenance or repair.

    The bill says: by inserting "(1)" before "The naval"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 8062)

  4. 10 U.S.C. 8062(b)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 127(2)

    (2) For purposes of this subsection, the term temporarily unavailable with respect to an amphibious warfare ship means that the ship has not surpassed its planned availability by a margin of—(A) greater than 100 percent of the nominal duration of that availability in 2026 or 2027;(B) greater than 75 percent of the nominal duration of that availability in 2028 or 2029;(C) greater than 50 percent of the nominal duration of that availability in 2030 or 2031; and(D) greater than 25 percent of the nominal duration of that availability in 2032 or any year thereafter.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 8062)

  5. Public Law 114-328repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 131(e)

    The bill says: Section 238 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114–328; 130 Stat. 2067) is repealed.

    Bill text

  6. Public Law 118-31renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 134(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and

    Bill text

  7. Public Law 118-31added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 134(2)

    (c) Annual reports.— Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and not less frequently than once each year thereafter through December 31, 2032, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees an annual report on the implementation of the strategy.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (b) the following new subsection (c):

    Bill text

  8. 10 U.S.C. 9062(l)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 136(a)

    (l)(1) During the period beginning on the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 and ending on September 30, 2029September 30, 2027, the Secretary of the Air Force may not— (A) retire more than 68 F–15E aircraft; (B) reduce funding for unit personnel or weapon system sustainment activities for retained F–15E aircraft in a manner that presumes future congressional…

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "September 30, 2029" and inserting "September 30, 2027"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9062)

  9. 10 U.S.C. 9062(l)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 136(a)

    (A) retire more than 68 F–15E aircraft34 F–15E aircraft;

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "68 F–15E aircraft" and inserting "34 F–15E aircraft".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9062)

  10. Public Law 118-159removedby S. 2296 Sec. 136(b)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (a);

    Bill text

  11. Public Law 118-159renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 136(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (b) and (c) as subsections (a) and (b), respectively; and

    Bill text

  12. Public Law 118-159changedby S. 2296 Sec. 136(b)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "Prohibition on retirement of F–15E aircraft and".

    Bill text

  13. 10 U.S.C. 9062(m)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 138

    (m)(1) During the period beginning on the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 and ending on September 30, 2029September 30, 2030, the Secretary of the Air Force may not— (A) retire an RQ–4 aircraft; (B) reduce funding for unit personnel or weapon system sustainment activities for RQ–4 aircraft in a manner that presumes future congressional authority to divest such aircraft; (C) keep an RQ–4 aircraft in a status considered excess to the requirements of the possessing command and awaiting disposition instructions (commonly referred to as "XJ" status); or (D) decrease the total aircraft inventory of RQ–4 aircraft below 10 aircraft.

    The bill says: Section 9062(m)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "September 30, 2029" and inserting "September 30, 2030".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9062)

  14. Public Law 114-328repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 212(b)

    The bill says: Section 233 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (Public Law 114–328; 10 U.S.C. 4141 note prec.) is repealed.

    Bill text

  15. Public Law 113-291(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 213

    The bill says: Section 232(e) of the Carl Levin and Howard P. "Buck" McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 10 U.S.C. 4091 note prec.) is amended by striking "September 30, 2025" and inserting "September 30, 2030".

    Bill text

  16. Public Law 115-232(f)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 216(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "and on the periodic reviews conducted pursuant to subsection (e)" and inserting ", on the periodic reviews conducted pursuant to subsection (e), and the waivers issued under section 216 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026"; and

    Bill text

  17. Public Law 115-232(f)(2)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 216(g)

    (C) With respect to waivers described in paragraph (1), the following:(i) The terms and contents of any waivers issued under section 216 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 in the period covered by the report;(ii) any trends in—(I) the number of waivers issued under such section over time; and(II) the types of contracts to which such waivers pertain; and(iii) the processes used by the Secretary to verify that covered institutions (as defined in such section) are in compliance with the requirements of such section.

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text

  18. Public Law 118-31(b)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 218(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1)(A), by striking "the Nevada Test and Training Range, Restricted Area 2508, Warning Area 151/470, Warning Area 386, and the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex" and inserting "military special use airspace including all prohibited areas, restricted areas, warning areas, and military operational areas";

    Bill text

  19. Public Law 118-31(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 218(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), in the matter before subparagraph (A), by striking "training, and large-scale exercises." and inserting "regular training, and large-scale exercises. Under such processes, approval of Link 16 operations shall be presumed and denial of Link 16 operations shall be accompanied with substantiated evidence demonstrating compromise of safety due to electromagnetic interference."; and

    Bill text

  20. Public Law 118-31(b)(5)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 218(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (5), by inserting "regular" before "training".

    Bill text

  21. 10 U.S.C. 4842(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 220B(a)

    (b)(1) The Chair ofThe Panel shall be co-chaired by the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment and the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering. the Joint Defense Manufacturing Technology Panel shall be the head of the Panel. The Chair shall be appointed, on a rotating basis, from among the appropriate personnel of the military departments and Defense Agencies with manufacturing technology programs.

    The bill says: Section 4842(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "The Chair of" and all that follows through "programs." and inserting the following: "The Panel shall be co-chaired by the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment and the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering.".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4842)

  22. 10 U.S.C. 4841renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 220B(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4841)

  23. 10 U.S.C. 4841added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 220B(a)

    (c) Co-chairs.— The Consortium shall be co-chaired by the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment and the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (b) the following new subsection (c):

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4841)

  24. Public Law 116-283(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 222

    The bill says: Section 217(c)(1) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 10 U.S.C. 4001 note) is amended, in the matter before subparagraph (A), by striking "December 1, 2025" and inserting "December 1, 2030".

    Bill text

  25. Public Law 118-31renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 224

    The bill says: Chapter 9 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by redesignating the section 222e that was added by section 211 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118–31) as section 222f.

    Bill text

  26. Public Law 115-91changedby S. 2296 Sec. 312

    The bill says: Section 351 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115–91; 32 U.S.C. 501 note) is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "may" and inserting "shall".

    Bill text

  27. 10 U.S.C. 2912(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 314(1)

    (c) Use of Operational Energy Cost Savings.—The amount(1) The amount that remains available for obligation under subsection (a) that relates to operational energy cost savings realized by the Department shall be used for the implementation of additional operational energy resilience, efficiencies, mission assurance, energy conservation, or energy security within the department, agency, or instrumentality that realized that savings.

    The bill says: by striking "The amount" and inserting "(1) The amount";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2912)

  28. 10 U.S.C. 2912(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 314(1)

    (c) Use of Operational Energy Cost Savings.—The amount that remains available for obligation under subsection (a) that relates to operational energy cost savings realized by the Department shall be used for the implementation of additional operational energyoperational energy initiatives. resilience, efficiencies, mission assurance, energy conservation, or energy security within the department, agency, or instrumentality that realized that savings.

    The bill says: by striking "additional operational energy" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "operational energy initiatives."; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2912)

  29. 10 U.S.C. 2912(c)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 314(1)

    (2) The Secretary of Defense shall design operational energy initiatives under paragraph (1) to advance the objectives of the Department in the areas of energy resilience and fuel efficiency.(3) Operational energy initiatives carried out under paragraph (1) may directly contribute to enhanced mission and combat capabilities, fund operational environment training activities, or establish programs to incentivize demonstrable reductions in energy expenditures within the department, agency, or instrumentality credited with achieving the energy cost savings under subsection (a).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2912)

  30. 10 U.S.C. 2912(e)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 314(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (e)(1), by striking "The Secretary of Defense may transfer amounts described in subsection (a) that remain available for obligation" and inserting "Not later than 60 days after being notified of amounts described in subsection (a) that remain available for obligation, the Secretary of Defense shall transfer such amounts"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2912)

  31. 10 U.S.C. 2912added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 314(3)

    (f) Operational energy cost savings defined.— In this section, the term operational energy cost savings means the monetary savings achieved through measures to reduce energy expenditures relative to the amount that would have been necessary to sustain an equivalent level of capability in the absence of such measures.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2912)

  32. Public Law 117-263(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 316(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "if such equipment contains an intentionally added perfluoroalkyl substance or polyfluoroalkyl substance" and inserting "unless such equipment meets the specifications set forth in Standard 1970 of the National Fire Protection Association"; and

    Bill text

  33. Public Law 117-263(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 316(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "does not contain intentionally added perfluoroalkyl substances or polyfluoroalkyl substances" and inserting "meets the specifications set forth in Standard 1970 of the National Fire Protection Association"; and

    Bill text

  34. Public Law 117-263(d)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 316(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "does not contain intentionally added perfluoroalkyl substances or polyfluoroalkyl substances" and inserting "meets the specifications set forth in Standard 1970 of the National Fire Protection Association".

    Bill text

  35. Public Law 116-283repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 318

    The bill says: Section 333 of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 10 U.S.C. 3062 note) is repealed.

    Bill text

  36. Public Law 117-81repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 319

    The bill says: Section 343 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (Public Law 117–81; 10 U.S.C. 2701 note) is repealed.

    Bill text

  37. Public Law 118-31(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 325(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "September 30, 2026" and inserting "September 30, 2028"; and

    Bill text

  38. Public Law 118-31(b)added (6)by S. 2296 Sec. 325(2)

    (6) Details regarding the maintenance and service life extension plan for the amphibious warship that retains an operationally available amphibious warship until the end of the Obligation and Work Limiting Date for the construction contract for a replacement amphibious warship, as necessary to meet the requirements under section 8062 of title 10, United States Code.

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text

  39. Public Law 117-81(c)(2)(A)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 331

    The bill says: Section 355(c)(2)(A) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (Public Law 117–81; 10 U.S.C. 8013 note) is amended by inserting before the semicolon the following: ", and the incorporation of digital infrastructure (including hardware, software, and cloud storage) and platforms into such program".

    Bill text

  40. 10 U.S.C. 482(b)(8)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 332

    The bill says: Section 482(b)(8) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "Class A, Class B, and Class C mishaps" and inserting "Class A and Class B mishaps, and a summary count of all Class C mishaps,".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 482)

  41. 10 U.S.C. 130i(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(1)

    The bill says: by striking "any provision of title 18" and inserting "sections 32, 1030, and 1367 and chapters 119 and 206 of title 18"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  42. 10 U.S.C. 130i(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(1)

    The bill says: by striking "officers and civilian employees" and inserting "officers, civilian employees, and contractors";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  43. 10 U.S.C. 130i(b)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "Detect" and inserting "During the operation of the unmanned aircraft system or unmanned aircraft, detect"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  44. 10 U.S.C. 130i(b)(1)(B)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by inserting before the period at the end the following: ", including through the use of remote identification broadcast or other means";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  45. 10 U.S.C. 130i(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(3)

    The bill says: by striking "Any unmanned" and inserting "(1) Any unmanned"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  46. 10 U.S.C. 130i(c)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 350(3)

    (2) Any forfeiture conducted under paragraph (1) shall be made subject to the requirements for civil, criminal, or administrative forfeiture, as the case may be, under applicable law or regulation.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  47. 10 U.S.C. 130i(d)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 350(4)

    (3)(A) The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that the regulations prescribed or guidance issued under paragraph (1) require that, when taking an action described in subsection (a)(1), all due consideration is given to—(i) mitigating impacts on privacy and civil liberties under the First and Fourth Amendments to the Constitution of the United States;(ii) mitigating damage to, or loss of, real and personal property;(iii) mitigating any risk of personal injury or death; and(iv) when practicable, obtaining the identification of or issuing a warning to the operator of an unmanned aircraft system or unmanned aircraft prior to taking action under subparagraphs (C) through (F) of subsection (b)(1), unless doing so would—(I) endanger the safety of members of the armed forces or civilians;(II) create a flight risk or result in the destruction of evidence; or(III) seriously jeopardize an investigation, criminal proceeding, or legal proceeding pursuant to subsection (c).(B) Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to limit the inherent right to self defense of a member of the armed forces.

    The bill says: in subsection (d), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  48. 10 U.S.C. 130i(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(5)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  49. 10 U.S.C. 130i(e)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(5)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "a function of the Department of Defense" and inserting "an action described in subsection (b)(1)";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  50. 10 U.S.C. 130i(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(5)

    (3) records of such communications are maintained only for as long as necessary, and in no event for more than 180 days unless the Secretary of Defense determines that maintenance of such records—(A) is necessary to investigate or prosecute a violation of law or to directly support an ongoing security operation; or(B) is required under Federal law or for the purpose of any litigation;

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  51. 10 U.S.C. 130i(e)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(5)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (A) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  52. 10 U.S.C. 130i(e)(4)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(5)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "; or" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  53. 10 U.S.C. 130i(e)(4)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(5)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (C) as subparagraph (D);

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  54. 10 U.S.C. 130i(e)(4)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 350(5)

    (C) is necessary to support the counter unmanned aircraft systems activities of another Federal agency with authority to mitigate the threat of unmanned aircraft systems or unmanned aircraft in mitigating such threats; or

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (B) the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  55. 10 U.S.C. 130i(e)(4)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(5)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), as redesignated by clause (iii), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  56. 10 U.S.C. 130irenumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(6)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (f), (g), (h), (i), and (j) as subsections (g), (h), (j), (k), (l), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  57. 10 U.S.C. 130iadded (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 350(7)

    (f) Claims.— Claims for loss of property, injury, or death pursuant to actions under subsection (b) may be made consistent with chapter 171 of title 28, and chapter 163 of this title, as applicable.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (e) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  58. 10 U.S.C. 130i(h)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(8)

    The bill says: in subsection (h), as redesignated by paragraph (6), by striking "March 1, 2018" and inserting "March 1, 2026";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  59. 10 U.S.C. 130iadded (i)by S. 2296 Sec. 350(9)

    (i) Annual report.—(1) Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this subsection, and annually thereafter, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and publish on a publicly available website a report summarizing all detection and mitigation activities conducted under this section during the previous year to counter unmanned aircraft systems.(2) Each report under paragraph (1) shall include—(A) information on any violation of, or failure to comply with, this section by personnel authorized to conduct detection and mitigation activities, including a description of any such violation or failure;(B) data on the number of detection activities conducted, the number of mitigation activities conducted, and the number of instances of communications interception from an unmanned aircraft system;(C) whether any unmanned aircraft that experienced mitigation was engaged in or attempting to engage in activities protected under the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States;(D) whether any unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system was properly or improperly seized, disabled, damaged, or destroyed and an identification of any methods used to seize, disable, damage, or destroy such aircraft or system; and(E) a description of the efforts of the Federal Government to protect privacy and civil liberties when carrying out detection and mitigation activities under this section to counter unmanned aircraft systems.(3) Each report required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted and published in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (h), as so redesignated, the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  60. 10 U.S.C. 130ichangedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(10)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (k), as so redesignated, and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  61. 10 U.S.C. 130i(l)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(11)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by inserting "the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs," after "the Committee on the Judiciary,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  62. 10 U.S.C. 130i(l)(1)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(11)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by inserting "the Committee on Homeland Security," after "the Committee on the Judiciary,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  63. 10 U.S.C. 130i(l)(3)(C)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(11)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by redesignating clauses (i) through (ix) as subclauses (I) through (IX), respectively, and moving those subclauses, as so redesignated, two ems to the right;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  64. 10 U.S.C. 130i(l)(3)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(11)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (C) as clauses (i), (ii), and (iii), respectively, and moving those clauses, as so redesignated, two ems to the right; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  65. 10 U.S.C. 130i(l)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(11)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding clause (i), as redesignated by clause (ii), by striking "means any facility or asset that—" and inserting “means—

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  66. 10 U.S.C. 130i(l)(3)(iii)(VIII)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(11)

    The bill says: in subclause (VIII), as redesignated by clause (i), by striking "; or" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  67. 10 U.S.C. 130i(l)(3)(iii)(IX)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 350(11)

    The bill says: in subclause (IX), as so redesignated, by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  68. 10 U.S.C. 130i(l)(3)(iii)added (X)by S. 2296 Sec. 350(11)

    (X) protection of the buildings, grounds, and property to which the public are not permitted regular, unrestricted access and that are under the jurisdiction, custody, or control of the Department of Defense and the persons on that property pursuant to section 2672 of this title;(XI) assistance to Federal, State, or local officials in responding to incidents involving nuclear, radiological, biological, or chemical weapons, high-yield explosives, or related materials or technologies, as well as support pursuant to section 282 of this title or the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq); or(XII) activities listed in section 2692(b) of this title; or

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subclauses:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  69. 10 U.S.C. 130i(l)(3)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 350(11)

    (B) any personnel associated with a facility or asset specified under subparagraph (A) while engaged in direct support of a mission of the Department of Defense specified in clause (iii) of such subparagraph.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  70. 10 U.S.C. 526(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 501(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "171" and inserting "168"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 526)

  71. 10 U.S.C. 526(a)(5)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 501(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (5), by striking "21" and inserting "24".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 526)

  72. 10 U.S.C. 7037added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 502(a)

    (f) If the Judge Advocate General is removed from office before the end of the term of the Judge Advocate General as specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall, not later than five days before the removal takes effect, submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives notice that the Judge Advocate General is being removed and a statement of the reason for the removal.

    The bill says: Section 7037 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 7037)

  73. 10 U.S.C. 8088added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 502(b)

    (f) If the Judge Advocate General is removed from office before the end of the term of the Judge Advocate General as specified in subsection (b), the Secretary of Defense shall, not later than five days before the removal takes effect, submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives notice that the Judge Advocate General is being removed and a statement of the reason for the removal.

    The bill says: Section 8088 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 8088)

  74. 10 U.S.C. 9037added (g)by S. 2296 Sec. 502(c)

    (g) If the Judge Advocate General is removed from office before the end of the term of the Judge Advocate General as specified in subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall, not later than five days before the removal takes effect, submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives notice that the Judge Advocate General is being removed and a statement of the reason for the removal.

    The bill says: Section 9037 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9037)

  75. 10 U.S.C. 806renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 503(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (a) through (d) as subsections (b) through (e), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 806)

  76. 10 U.S.C. 806added (a)by S. 2296 Sec. 503(a)

    (a)(1) Judge advocates subject to this chapter must be—(A) admitted to the practice of law before the highest court of a State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia, and maintain an active license to practice before such court;(B) subject to the jurisdiction’s disciplinary review process; and(C) in compliance with such other requirements as the cognizant authority has set to remain eligible to practice law.(2) The Judge Advocates General of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard and the Staff Judge Advocate to the Commandant of the Marine Corps may suspend the authority of judge advocates in their respective services to perform legal duties if such officers become noncompliant with the requirements in paragraph (1). Judge advocates and legal officers suspended or disbarred from the practice of law within a jurisdiction shall not perform legal duties.

    The bill says: by inserting before subsection (b), as redesignated by paragraph (1), the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 806)

  77. 10 U.S.C. 827(b)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 503(a)

    The bill says: Section 827(b) of title 10, United States Code (article 27(b) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice) is amended by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 827)

  78. 10 U.S.C. 824a(b)(1)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 503(a)

    The bill says: Section 824a(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code (article 24a(b)(1) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice) is amended by amending subparagraph (A) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 824a)

  79. 10 U.S.C. 619a(b)(3)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 504(1)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (A); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 619a)

  80. 10 U.S.C. 618(d)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 505(a)

    (3) The Secretary of Defense shall notify the congressional defense committees of the removal of the name of an officer from the report of a selection board by the President or the Secretary or Deputy Secretary of Defense under paragraph (1) or paragraph (2), respectively, for any reason other than misconduct—(A) not later than 30 days after the name of an officer is removed; and(B) prior to submission to the Senate of a promotion list with respect to such report pursuant to section 624(c) of this title.

    The bill says: Section 618(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 618)

  81. 10 U.S.C. 629(a)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 505(a)

    The bill says: Section 629(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following: "The President shall notify the congressional defense committees not later than 30 days after removing the name of an officer from such list for any reason other than misconduct.".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 629)

  82. 10 U.S.C. 14111(b)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 505(b)

    (3) The Secretary of Defense shall notify the congressional defense committees of the removal of the name of an officer from the report of a selection board by the President or the Secretary or Deputy Secretary of Defense under paragraph (1) or paragraph (2), respectively, for any reason other than misconduct—(A) not later than 30 days after the name of an officer is removed; and(B) prior to submission to the Senate of a promotion list with respect to such report pursuant to section 12203 of this title.

    The bill says: Section 14111(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 14111)

  83. 10 U.S.C. 525(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 506(a)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting "or the Space Force officer list" after "officer on the active duty list"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 525)

  84. 10 U.S.C. 525(a)(5)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 506(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "officers in the grade of general" and inserting "officers on sustained duty orders in the grade of general";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 525)

  85. 10 U.S.C. 525(a)(5)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 506(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "officers in a grade above" and inserting "officers on sustained duty orders in a grade above"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 525)

  86. 10 U.S.C. 525(a)(5)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 506(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by striking "officers in the grade" and inserting "officers on sustained duty orders in the grade"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 525)

  87. 10 U.S.C. 525(h)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 506(a)

    (3) The limitations of this section do not apply to a Space Force general officer serving in a Space Force active status but not on sustained duty orders, and who is on active service for a period in excess of 365 days but not to exceed three years. Unless authorized by the Secretary of Defense, the number of Space Force general officers covered by this subsection and not serving in a joint duty assignment for purposes of chapter 38 of this title may not exceed two. Not later than 30 days after authorizing more than two Space Force general officers covered by this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall provide the notification required in accordance with paragraph (2).

    The bill says: in subsection (h), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 525)

  88. 10 U.S.C. 12686(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 511

    The bill says: Section 12686(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "an order to active duty that specifies a period of less than 180 days" and inserting "an order to active duty that specifies a period of less than 365 days".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 12686)

  89. 32 U.S.C. 710added (g)by S. 2296 Sec. 515

    (g) Treatment of reimbursed funds.— Any funds received by the National Guard Bureau from a State, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, Guam, or the Virgin Islands as reimbursement under this section for the use of military property—(1) shall be credited to—(A) the appropriation, fund, or account used in incurring the obligation; or(B) an appropriate appropriation, fund, or account currently available for the purposes for which the expenditures were made; and(2) may only be used by the Department of Defense for the repair, maintenance, or other similar functions related directly to assets used by National Guard units while operating under State active duty status.

    The bill says: Section 710 of title 32, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (32 U.S.C. 710)

  90. Public Law 118-159renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 516(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (k) as subsection (l); and

    Bill text

  91. Public Law 118-159added (k)by S. 2296 Sec. 516(2)

    (k) Rule of construction.— Nothing in this section shall be construed as—(1) authorizing the transfer of a member of the Air National Guard of the United States other than on a one-time basis as specified in subsection (c); or(2) setting future precedent with respect to waiving the applicability of any provision of title 32.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (j) the following new subsection:

    Bill text

  92. 10 U.S.C. 8081added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 521

    (c) The Chief of Naval Personnel shall be responsible for overall management, oversight, and administration of Navy military and civilian employees.

    The bill says: Section 8081 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 8081)

  93. Public Law 117-81changedby S. 2296 Sec. 522(a)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary" and inserting "The Secretary";

    Bill text

  94. Public Law 117-81(1)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 522(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by adding at the end the following: "The Secretary concerned may require submission of a statement of contention as part of the appeal submission."; and

    Bill text

  95. Public Law 117-81rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 522(a)

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (2) to read as follows:

    Bill text

  96. 10 U.S.C. 1214changedby S. 2296 Sec. 522(b)

    The bill says: Section 1214 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "if he demands it." and inserting "if the member demands it. The Secretary concerned may require submission of a statement of contention as part of the demand.".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1214)

  97. 10 U.S.C. 702renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 523(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (c), (d), and (e) as subsections (d), (e), and (f), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 702)

  98. 10 U.S.C. 702added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 523(2)

    (c) Convalescent leave.— An academy cadet or midshipman diagnosed with a medical condition is allowed convalescent leave under section 701(m) of this title.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (b) the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 702)

  99. 10 U.S.C. 702(d)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 523(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (d), as redesignated by paragraph (1), by striking "Sections 701" and inserting "Except as provided under subsection (c), sections 701".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 702)

  100. 10 U.S.C. 7442(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 541(a)

    The bill says: Section 7442(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "9 ranked or unranked alternates" and inserting "up to 14 ranked or unranked alternates".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 7442)

  101. 10 U.S.C. 8454changedby S. 2296 Sec. 541(b)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "number" and inserting "appointment; numbers, territorial distribution"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 8454)

  102. 10 U.S.C. 8454(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 541(b)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "9 ranked or unranked alternates" and inserting "up to 14 ranked or unranked alternates".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 8454)

  103. 10 U.S.C. 9442(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 541(c)

    The bill says: Section 9442(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "9 ranked or unranked alternates" and inserting "up to 14 ranked or unranked alternates".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9442)

  104. Public Law 118-159changedby S. 2296 Sec. 542

    The bill says: Subsection (c)(1) of section 2154 of title 10, United States Code, as added by section 555 of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159; 138 Stat. 1896), is amended by inserting "asynchronously and" after "course of instruction".

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  105. 10 U.S.C. 7406added 7407by S. 2296 Sec. 543

    7407 Army University.—(a) In general.— There is an Army University. The Army University shall integrate all of the professional military education institutions within the Army into a single educational structure to provide economic policy, governance, and innovation to such institutions.(b) Component centers and schools.— Component centers and schools of the Army University include the following:(1) The Army War College.(2) The United States Army Command and General Staff College.(3) The Army Warrant Officer Career College.(4) The Army Management Staff College.(5) The Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation.(6) Any additional colleges, centers of excellence, and schools that the Secretary of the Army determines appropriate.

    The bill says: Chapter 751 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 7406 the following new section:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 7406)

  106. Public Law 116-92(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 545(a)

    The bill says: by striking "out the form to indicate an email address" and inserting the following: “out the form to indicate—

    Bill text

  107. Public Law 116-92(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 545(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), as designated by subparagraph (A), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and";

    Bill text

  108. Public Law 116-92(c)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 545(a)

    (2) if the individual would like to opt-out of the transmittal of the individual’s information to and through a State veterans agency as described in subsection (a).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text

  109. Public Law 116-92rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 545(a)

    The bill says: by amending subsection (d) to read as follows:

    Bill text

  110. 10 U.S.C. 7448(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 549(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by inserting ", except as provided under paragraph (5)," after "That"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 7448)

  111. 10 U.S.C. 7448(a)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 549(b)

    (5) That, upon graduation, a cadet may seek employment as a professional athlete or Olympic athlete if the cadet is drafted or signs a free agent contract with a professional sports entity, in which case the cadet will incur a five-year service obligation upon employment as a professional or Olympic athlete and will, if no longer employed as a professional or Olympic athlete, return as a regular officer in the active component for a five-year service obligation. If the cadet is ineligible to return to active service, the cadet shall repay the government for the cost of his or her education.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 7448)

  112. 10 U.S.C. 8459(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 549(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by inserting ", except as provided under paragraph (5)," after "That"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 8459)

  113. 10 U.S.C. 8459(a)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 549(b)

    (5) That, upon graduation, a midshipman may seek employment as a professional athlete or Olympic athlete if the midshipman is drafted or signs a free agent contract with a professional sports entity, in which case the midshipman will incur a five-year service obligation upon employment as a professional or Olympic athlete and will, if no longer employed as a professional or Olympic athlete, return as a regular officer in the active component for a five-year service obligation. If the midshipman is ineligible to return to active service, the midshipman shall repay the government for the cost of his or her education.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 8459)

  114. 10 U.S.C. 9448(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 549(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by inserting ", except as provided under paragraph (5)," after "That"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9448)

  115. 10 U.S.C. 9448(a)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 549(b)

    (5) That, upon graduation, a cadet may seek employment as a professional athlete or Olympic athlete if the cadet is drafted or signs a free agent contract with a professional sports entity, in which case the cadet will incur a five-year service obligation upon employment as a professional or Olympic athlete and will, if no longer employed as a professional or Olympic athlete, return as a regular officer in the active component for a five-year service obligation. If the cadet is ineligible to return to active service, the cadet shall repay the government for the cost of his or her education.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9448)

  116. 10 U.S.C. 1142(c)(1)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 550(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (M) as subparagraph (R); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1142)

  117. 10 U.S.C. 1142(c)(1)added (M)by S. 2296 Sec. 550(2)

    (M) Child care requirements of the member (including whether a dependent of the member is enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program).(N) The employment status of other adults in the household of the member.(O) The location of the duty station of the member (including whether the member was separated from family while on duty).(P) The effects of operating tempo and personnel tempo on the member and the household of the member.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (L) the following new subparagraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1142)

  118. 20 U.S.C. 923(d)(1)added (D)by S. 2296 Sec. 553

    (D) Children of employees of the American Red Cross who—(i) are performing, on a full-time basis, services for the Armed Forces, including emergency services; and(ii) reside in an overseas area supported by a school of the defense dependents' education system.

    The bill says: Section 1404(d)(1) of the Defense Dependents’ Education Act of 1978 (20 U.S.C. 923(d)(1)) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (20 U.S.C. 923)

  119. Public Law 118-159(a)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 573

    The bill says: Section 545(a) of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text

  120. 10 U.S.C. 1563a(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 581(1)

    The bill says: by striking "the Secretary may make an honorary promotion (whether or not posthumous) of a former" and inserting "the Secretary of a military department is authorized to make an honorary promotion, including a posthumous honorary promotion, for a former"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1563a)

  121. 10 U.S.C. 1563a(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 581(1)

    The bill says: by striking "if the Secretary determines that the promotion is merited"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1563a)

  122. 10 U.S.C. 1563a(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 581(1)

    (2) The honorary grade given to a member described in paragraph (1) shall be commensurate with such member’s contributions to the armed forces or the national defense.(3) The authority shall not be used to award an honorary promotion solely on the basis that an individual described in paragraph (1) was recommended for such promotion prior to separating from service.(4) The Secretaries of the military departments are only authorized to make an honorary promotion under paragraph (1) upon receipt of a favorable recommendation by a board of at least three independent officers convened specifically for the purpose of reviewing the proposed honorary promotion.

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1563a)

  123. 10 U.S.C. 1563a(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 581(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "The Secretary" and inserting "The Secretaries of the military departments"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1563a)

  124. 10 U.S.C. 1563a(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 581(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by striking "Secretary" and inserting "Secretaries of the military departments".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1563a)

  125. 36 U.S.C. 148addedby S. 2296 Sec. 582(b)

    The bill says: The table of sections for chapter 1 of title 36, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 148 the following new item:

    Bill text · Current law (36 U.S.C. 148)

  126. Public Law 118-31(c)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 583(1)

    (4) Effect of course graduation.— The Secretary concerned may exclude from the population to be considered for purposes of determining the percentage limitations imposed by section 520(a) of title 10, United States Code, any enlisted person who has graduated from a future servicemember preparatory course established pursuant to this section with a score on the Armed Forces Qualification Test that is at or above the thirty-first percentile, provided that—(A) the Armed Forces Qualifications Test score that is at or above the thirty-first percentile is obtained within the same fiscal year in which the individual was originally enlisted to serve on active duty; and(B) such score is obtained during the period the individual was originally enlisted to serve on active duty, as determined by the Secretary concerned.

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text

  127. Public Law 118-31(d)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 583(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (6) as paragraphs (3) through (8), respectively;

    Bill text

  128. Public Law 118-31(d)added (1)by S. 2296 Sec. 583(2)

    (1) Percentage of nonprior service enlisted accessions scoring below the thirty-first percentile on the Armed Forces Qualification Test upon original enlistment.(2) Percentage of nonprior service enlisted accessions scoring below the thirty-first percentile on the Armed Forces Qualification Test following graduation from the preparatory course or subsequent reclassification, as applicable.

    The bill says: by inserting before paragraph (3), as redesignated by subparagraph (A), the following new paragraphs:

    Bill text

  129. Public Law 118-31(d)(5)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 583(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (5), as so redesignated, by striking "prepatory" and inserting "preparatory".

    Bill text

  130. 37 U.S.C. 402(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 601(1)

    (1)(A) The monthly rate of basic allowance for subsistence to be in effect for an enlisted member for a year (beginning on January 1 of that year) shall be—(i) except as provided by clause (ii), equal to the monthly cost of a liberal food plan for a male in the United States who is between 19 and 50 years of age, as determined by the Secretary of Agriculture each October 1; and(ii) in the case of such a member who is subject to monthly deduction from pay for meals under section 1011(b) of this title, the amount computed under clause (i) reduced by the amount of such deduction from pay, in accordance with policies prescribed by the Secretary of Defense.(B) The monthly rate of basic allowance for subsistence to be in effect for an enlisted member for a year under subparagraph (A)(i) may not decrease relative to the rate in effect for the preceding year.

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following new paragraph (1):

    Bill text · Current law (37 U.S.C. 402)

  131. 37 U.S.C. 402(b)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 601(1)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (3); and

    Bill text · Current law (37 U.S.C. 402)

  132. 37 U.S.C. 402(d)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 601(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (d), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "subsection (b)(1)" and inserting "subsection (b)(1)(A)(i)".

    Bill text · Current law (37 U.S.C. 402)

  133. Public Law 117-81(d)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 612(1)

    The bill says: by striking "In making" and inserting the following:

    Bill text

  134. Public Law 117-81(d)(2)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 612(1)

    (B) Aviation incentive pay evaluation.— Not later than June 1, 2026, the Secretary shall complete the evaluation required by subparagraph (A) with respect to aviation incentive pay under section 334 of title 37, United States Code. In conducting that evaluation, the Secretary shall make a specific determination with respect to the percentage of such aviation incentive pay, if any, that is paid specifically to maintain skill certification or proficiency under section 357 of title 37, United States Code.(C) Special and incentive pay framework.— Not later than June 1, 2026, the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a detailed report on the special and incentive pay assessment framework, required by the Senate report accompanying the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118–31), that includes the Secretary’s plan and timeline for implementing such framework.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs:

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  135. Public Law 117-81(d)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 612(2)

    (3) Initiation of payments.— Not later than January 1, 2027, the Secretary concerned shall begin making aviation incentive payments under section 357 of title 37, United States Code, pursuant to the determination made under paragraph (2)(B).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text

  136. 10 U.S.C. 638a(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 621

    The bill says: Section 638a(a)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2030".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 638a)

  137. Public Law 102-484(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 622

    The bill says: Section 4403(i) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1993 (Public Law 102–484; 10 U.S.C. 1293 note) is amended by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2030".

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  138. 10 U.S.C. 1175a(k)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 623

    The bill says: Section 1175a(k)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2030".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1175a)

  139. 10 U.S.C. 992(b)(2)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 626(1)

    (C) The Secretary concerned may, subject to the applicable requirements of this section, enter into contracts to provide counseling under this paragraph with individuals and organizations that provide counseling with respect to housing, including—(i) organizations that are certified under section 106(e) of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701x(e)); and(ii) other individuals and organizations the Secretary concerned determines are qualified to provide helpful, unbiased counseling with respect to housing.

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(2), by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 992)

  140. 10 U.S.C. 992(f)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 626(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (f)(3), by striking "and mortgages" and inserting "mortgages, and other financial products related to the purchase or lease of a primary residence (and information on fees related to such products)".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 992)

  141. 10 U.S.C. 2484added (l)by S. 2296 Sec. 628(b)

    (l) Prohibition on sales of seafood originating in the People’s Republic of China.—(1) In general.— Except as provided by paragraph (2), raw or processed seafood or seafood products originating in the People’s Republic of China may not be sold at commissary stores.(2) Waiver.— The Secretary of Defense may waive the prohibition under paragraph (1).

    The bill says: Section 2484 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2484)

  142. 10 U.S.C. 1073d(f)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 701(1)

    The bill says: by striking "information demonstrating";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073d)

  143. 10 U.S.C. 1073d(f)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 701(2)

    The bill says: by striking "the extent" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "the following:"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073d)

  144. 10 U.S.C. 1073d(f)(2)added (A)by S. 2296 Sec. 701(3)

    (A) An endorsement from the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff that the proposed modification will have no effect on operational requirements of the armed forces.(B) An endorsement from the Surgeon General of the military department concerned that the proposed modification will have no effect on the training or readiness of military medical personnel in the military department concerned.(C) An assessment from the Director of the Defense Health Agency that explains how members of the armed forces and covered beneficiaries receiving services at the facility will continue to receive care.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073d)

  145. 10 U.S.C. 1077(a)(16)(B)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 702

    The bill says: Section 1077(a)(16)(B)(ii) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting "or TRICARE Select" before the period at the end.

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1077)

  146. 10 U.S.C. 1074oadded 1074pby S. 2296 Sec. 705(a)

    1074p Fertility treatment for certain active duty members of the uniformed services and their dependents.—(a) Coverage.— The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that fertility-related care for a member of the uniformed services on active duty (or a dependent of such a member) shall be covered under TRICARE Prime and TRICARE Select.(b) In vitro fertilization.— In the case of in vitro fertilization treatment furnished to an individual pursuant to subsection (a), coverage under such subsection shall include—(1) not fewer than three completed oocyte retrievals; and(2) unlimited embryo transfers provided in accordance with the guidelines of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, using single embryo transfer when recommended and medically appropriate.(c) Definitions.— In this section:(1) The term infertility means a disease, condition, or status characterized by—(A) the failure to establish a pregnancy or to carry a pregnancy to live birth after regular, unprotected sexual intercourse in accordance with the guidelines of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine;(B) the inability of an individual to reproduce without medical intervention either as a single individual or with the partner of the individual; or(C) the findings of a licensed physician based on the medical, sexual, and reproductive history, age, physical findings, or diagnostic testing of the individual.(2) The term fertility-related care means—(A) the diagnosis of infertility; and(B) fertility treatment.(3) The term fertility treatment includes the following:(A) In vitro fertilization or other treatments or procedures in which human oocytes, embryos, or sperm are handled when clinically appropriate.(B) Sperm retrieval.(C) Egg retrieval.(D) Preservation of human oocytes, embryos, or sperm.(E) Artificial insemination, including intravaginal insemination, intracervical insemination, and intrauterine insemination.(F) Transfer of reproductive genetic material.(G) Medications as prescribed or necessary for fertility.(H) Fertility treatment coordination.(I) Such other information, referrals, treatments, procedures, testing, medications, laboratory services, technologies, and services facilitating reproduction as determined appropriate by the Secretary of Defense.

    The bill says: Chapter 55 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 1074o the following new section:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1074o)

  147. 10 U.S.C. 1079(a)added (21)by S. 2296 Sec. 705(c)

    (21) Fertility-related care shall be provided in accordance with section 1074p of this title.

    The bill says: Section 1079(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1079)

  148. 10 U.S.C. 1086(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 705(d)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "subsection (d)" and inserting "subsections (d) and (j)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1086)

  149. 10 U.S.C. 1086added (j)by S. 2296 Sec. 705(d)

    (j) A plan contracted for under subsection (a) may not include coverage for services under section 1074p of this title for former members of the uniformed services or dependents of former members of the uniformed services.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1086)

  150. 10 U.S.C. 1093added 1093aby S. 2296 Sec. 706(a)

    1093a Performance of sex change surgeries: restrictions.—(a) Restriction on use of funds.— Funds available to the Department of Defense may not be used to perform or facilitate sex change surgeries.(b) Restriction on use of facilities.— No military medical treatment facility or other facility of the Department of Defense may be used to perform or facilitate a sex change surgery.

    The bill says: Chapter 55 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 1093 the following new section:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1093)

  151. 10 U.S.C. 1073crenumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 711(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (a) through (j) as subsections (b) through (k), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073c)

  152. 10 U.S.C. 1073cadded (a)by S. 2296 Sec. 711(a)

    (a) Director of the Defense Health Agency.—(1) There is in the Defense Health Agency a Director.(2) The Director of the Defense Health Agency shall—(A) be a military officer and hold a rank that is the same or greater than the rank of any officer serving as the Surgeon General of a military department under section 7036, 8031, or 9036 of this title; and(B) be a joint qualified officer in accordance with section 661 of this title.

    The bill says: by inserting before subsection (b), as redesignated by paragraph (1), the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073c)

  153. 10 U.S.C. 1073c(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 711(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking ", by not later than September 30, 2021";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073c)

  154. 10 U.S.C. 1073c(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 711(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking ", commencing when the Director begins to exercise responsibilities under that paragraph,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073c)

  155. 10 U.S.C. 1073c(b)(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 711(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (6), by striking "subsections (b) and (c)" and inserting "subsections (c) and (d)";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073c)

  156. 10 U.S.C. 1073c(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 711(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (f), as so redesignated, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "Not later than September 30, 2024, and subject to subsection (f)" and inserting "Subject to subsection (g)";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073c)

  157. 10 U.S.C. 1073c(g)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 711(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (g), as so redesignated, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "subsection (e)" and inserting "subsection (f)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073c)

  158. 10 U.S.C. 1073c(h)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 711(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (h), as so redesignated, by striking "subsection (e)(1)" and inserting "subsection (f)(1)".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1073c)

  159. 10 U.S.C. 2733a(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 714(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "subsection (h)" and inserting "subsection (i)";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2733a)

  160. 10 U.S.C. 2733a(b)(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 714(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(6), by striking "subsection (h)" and inserting "subsection (i)";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2733a)

  161. 10 U.S.C. 2733a(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 714(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (d)(1), by striking "subsection (h)" and inserting "subsection (i)";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2733a)

  162. 10 U.S.C. 2733aadded (g)by S. 2296 Sec. 714(a)

    (g) Appeals.—(1) Any appeal from the denial of a claim under this section shall be considered by a third-party review board jointly established by the Judge Advocates General of the Army, the Navy, and the Air Force.(2) The third-party review board established under paragraph (1) shall consist of not more than five members, all of whom possess sufficient legal or medical background, or both.(3) A claimant under this section that seeks an appeal under paragraph (1) may submit the appeal directly to the third-party review board established under such paragraph.(4) In considering an appeal from the denial of a claim under this section, the third-party review board established under paragraph (1) shall, at the request of the claimant, allow for a hearing on the merits of the appeal in an adversarial nature.(5) The Secretary of Defense shall provide to a claimant seeking an appeal under paragraph (1) a copy of any response to the appeal that is submitted on behalf of the Department of Defense.(6) The third-party review board established under paragraph (1) shall not consist of any member of the uniformed services or civilian employee of the Department of Defense.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (f) the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2733a)

  163. Public Law 111-84(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 722

    The bill says: Section 1704(e) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2573), as most recently amended by section 1421 of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159), is amended by striking "September 30, 2026" and inserting "September 30, 2027".

    Bill text

  164. 38 U.S.C. 1703(g)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 724(c)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading, by inserting "and preferred providers" after "network"; and

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 1703)

  165. 38 U.S.C. 1703(g)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 724(c)

    (3) The Secretary shall consider providers under subsection (c)(2) to be preferred providers under this section.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 1703)

  166. 38 U.S.C. 5503(d)(7)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 724(i)

    The bill says: Section 5503(d)(7) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking "November 30, 2031" and inserting "April 30, 2032".

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 5503)

  167. 10 U.S.C. 1096addedby S. 2296 Sec. 725(1)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by adding at the end the following "; medical surge program"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1096)

  168. 10 U.S.C. 1096added (e)by S. 2296 Sec. 725(2)

    (e) Medical surge program.—(1) The Secretary of Defense, in collaboration with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, shall carry out a program of record known as the Military-Civilian Medical Surge Program to—(A) support locations that the Secretary of Defense selects under paragraph (3)(B); and(B) enhance the interoperability and medical surge capability and capacity of the National Disaster Medical System in response to a declaration or other action described in subparagraphs (A) through (E) of paragraph (4).(2)(A) The Secretary of Defense, acting through the National Center for Disaster Medicine and Public Health at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (or such successor center), shall oversee the operation, staffing, and deployment of the Program.(B) In carrying out the Program, the Secretary shall maintain requirements for staffing, specialized training, research, and education regarding patient regulation, movement, definitive care, and other matters the Secretary determines critical to sustaining the health of members of the armed forces.(3)(A) In carrying out the Program, the Secretary shall establish partnerships at locations selected under subparagraph (B) with public, private, and nonprofit health care organizations, health care institutions, health care entities, academic medical centers of institutions of higher education, and hospitals that the Secretary determines—(i) are critical in mobilizing a civilian medical response in support of a wartime contingency or other catastrophic event in the United States; and(ii) have demonstrated technical proficiency in critical national security domains, including high-consequence infectious disease and special pathogen preparedness, and matters relating to defense, containment, management, care, and transportation.(B)(i) The Secretary shall select not fewer than eight locations that are operationally relevant to the missions of the Department of Defense under the National Disaster Medical System and are aeromedical or other transport hubs or logistics centers in the United States for partnerships under subparagraph (A).(ii) The Secretary may select more than eight locations under clause (i), including locations outside of the continental United States, if the Secretary determines such additional locations cover areas of strategic and operational relevance to the Department of Defense.(4) The Secretary shall ensure that the partnerships under paragraph (3)(A) allow for civilian medical personnel to quickly and effectively mobilize direct support to military medical treatment facilities and provide support to other requirements of the military health system pursuant to the following:(A) A declaration of a national emergency under the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1621 et seq.).(B) A public health emergency declared under section 319 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247d).(C) A declaration of war by Congress.(D) The exercise for the President of executive powers under the War Powers Resolution (50 U.S.C. 1541 et seq.).(E) Any other emergency or major disaster as declared by the President.(5)(A) Not later than July 1, 2026, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives a report on the status, readiness, and operational capabilities of the Program.(B) Each report required under subparagraph (A) shall include an assessment of personnel readiness, resource availability, interagency coordination efforts, and recommendations for continued improvements to the Program.(6) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to authorize the Department of Defense to control, direct, limit, or otherwise affect the authorities of the Secretary of Health and Human Services with respect to leadership and administration of the National Disaster Medical System, public health and medical preparedness and response, staffing levels, or resource allocation.(7) In this subsection:(A) The term institution of higher education means a four-year institution of higher education (as defined in section 101(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001(a))).(B) The term National Disaster Medical System means the system established under section 2812 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300hh–11).(C) The term Program means the Military-Civilian Medical Surge Program established under paragraph (1).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1096)

  169. 10 U.S.C. 1737(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(a)

    The bill says: Section 1737(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking paragraph (4) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1737)

  170. 10 U.S.C. 1731(a)(1)(B)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(b)

    The bill says: Section 1731(a)(1)(B)(i) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "Program executive officer" and inserting "Portfolio acquisition executive".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1731)

  171. 10 U.S.C. 1735(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(c)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading, by striking "Program executive officers" and inserting "Portfolio acquisition executive"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1735)

  172. 10 U.S.C. 1735(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(c)

    The bill says: by striking "program executive officer" and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1735)

  173. 10 U.S.C. 1706(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(d)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "Program executive officer" and inserting "Portfolio acquisition executive"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1706)

  174. 10 U.S.C. 1706(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(d)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "Deputy program executive officer" and inserting "Deputy portfolio acquisition executive".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1706)

  175. 10 U.S.C. 1707(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(e)

    The bill says: Section 1707(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "program executive officer" and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1707)

  176. Public Law 117-263changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(f)

    The bill says: by striking "program executive office" each place that it appears and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive office"; and

    Bill text

  177. Public Law 117-263(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by striking "program executive office" in the subsection heading and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive office".

    Bill text

  178. Public Law 118-31(a)(2)(D)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(g)

    The bill says: Section 918(a)(2)(D)(ii) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118–31; 10 U.S.C. 301 note) is amended by striking "program executive officer" and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive".

    Bill text

  179. Public Law 116-92(a)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(h)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(2)(A), by striking "program executive officers" and inserting "portfolio acquisition executives"; and

    Bill text

  180. Public Law 116-92(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(h)

    The bill says: in the paragraph heading, by striking "program executive officer" and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive"; and

    Bill text

  181. Public Law 116-92(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(h)

    The bill says: by striking "program executive officer" and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive".

    Bill text

  182. 10 U.S.C. 1764(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(i)

    The bill says: Section 1764(b)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "Program executive officer" and inserting "Portfolio acquisition executive".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1764)

  183. 10 U.S.C. 4025(g)(2)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(j)

    The bill says: Section 4025(g)(2)(C) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "program executive officer" both places it appears and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4025)

  184. Public Law 112-239changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(k)

    The bill says: Section 323 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1696) is amended by striking "program executive officer" and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive".

    Bill text

  185. Public Law 116-283(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(l)

    The bill says: in the paragraph heading, by striking "Program executive officer" and inserting "Portfolio acquisition executive"; and

    Bill text

  186. Public Law 116-283(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(l)

    The bill says: by striking "program executive officer" and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive"; and

    Bill text

  187. Public Law 116-283(e)(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(l)

    The bill says: in the paragraph heading, by striking "Program executive officer" and inserting "Portfolio acquisition executive"; and

    Bill text

  188. Public Law 116-283(e)(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 801(l)

    The bill says: by striking "program executive officer" and inserting "portfolio acquisition executive".

    Bill text

  189. 10 U.S.C. 4401rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 804(a)

    4401 Definitions.— In this chapter:(1) The term authorized third party means an entity approved by the Department of Defense to access developer resources for integration or sustainment.(2) The term industry standards means widely adopted technical standards or protocols from recognized organizations.(3) The term machine-readable format means a format that can be easily processed by a computer without human intervention.(4) The term major system component —(A) means a high-level subsystem or assembly, including hardware, software, or an integrated assembly of both, that can be mounted or installed on a major system platform through modular system interfaces; and(B) includes a subsystem or assembly that is likely to have additional capability requirements, is likely to change because of evolving technology or threat, is needed for interoperability, facilitates incremental deployment of capabilities, or is expected to be replaced by another major system component.(5) The term major system platform means the highest level structure of a system that is not physically mounted or installed onto a higher level structure and on which a major system component can be physically mounted or installed.(6) The term modular open systems approach (MOSA) means a system design approach using modular systems, enabling innovation and competition in the development, sustainment, or upgrade of weapon systems.(7) The term modular system refers to a weapon system or weapon system component that—(A) is able to execute independently without relying on the execution of other specific systems or components;(B) can communicate across component boundaries and through modular system interfaces; and(C) functions as a module that can be separated, recombined, and connected with other weapon systems or weapon systems components in order to achieve various effects, missions, or capabilities.(8) The term modular systems interfaces means a shared boundary between modular systems, defined by various physical, logical, and functional characteristics, such as electrical, mechanical, fluidic, optical, radio frequency, data, networking, or software elements, that is free of proprietary restrictions and documented via a machine-readable format, including—(A) software-defined interface syntax and properties, specifically governing how values are validly passed to and received;(B) definition of the relationship between the delivered interface and interfaces available in the repositories established pursuant to section 4403 of this title; and(C) test cases, including example code, demonstrating the proper use of the modular systems interface.(9) The term operational data means government-owned data generated by or necessary for system operation, maintenance, or enhancement.

    The bill says: Section 4401 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4401)

  190. 10 U.S.C. 4402changedby S. 2296 Sec. 804(b)

    (a) Program compliance and MOSA implementation.—(1) The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that every major defense acquisition program (as defined in section 4201 of this title) submits a modular open systems approach (MOSA) implementation plan within its acquisition strategy, detailing compliance with this section. Other defense acquisition programs shall incorporate MOSA to the maximum extent practicable.(2) In the case of a major defense acquisition program that uses a modular open system approach, the acquisition strategy required under section 4211 of this title shall—(A) clearly describe the modular open system approach to be used for the program;(B) differentiate between the major system platform and major system components being developed under the program, as well as major system components developed outside the program that will be integrated into the major defense acquisition program;(C) clearly describe the evolution of major system components that are anticipated to be added, removed, or replaced in subsequent increments;(D) clearly describe security classification requirements for each major system component as related to the modular system interface for that component;(E) clearly describe how intellectual property and related issues, such as technical data deliverables, that are necessary to support a modular open system approach, will be addressed; and(F) clearly describe the approach to systems integration and systems-level configuration management to ensure mission and information assurance.(3) Contracts for covered programs shall include enforceable clauses requiring delivery of data rights consistent with sections 3771 through 3775 of this title and modular systems interfaces as specified in subsection (c).(b) Waivers and exceptions.— The Secretary of Defense may waive specific MOSA requirements, or deviate from the requirements in subsection (c), for a program only if—(1) deviation would demonstrably impair national security or operational capability; and(2) a detailed justification is submitted to the congressional defense committees not later than 30 days after issuing the waiver.(c) MOSA requirements.—(1) All covered programs shall require the use of modular systems, including—(A) modular systems interfaces published to the repositories established pursuant to section 4403 of this title;(B) delivery of sufficient data rights to share developer resources with authorized third parties for government purposes, as determined by the Secretary of Defense;(C) allowing for the use of existing industry standards for interfaces where applicable;(D) government ownership of operational data in a usable, nonproprietary format, extractable without original equipment manufacturer dependency; and(E) system designs allowing integration of new or substitute modules with minimal manual reconfiguration, provided they conform to relevant modular systems interfaces published to the repositories.(2) The Secretary of Defense, secretaries of military departments, and commanders of combatant commands with acquisition authorities shall not—(A) unless required for operational compatibility with existing legacy systems, mandate specific internal technical implementations, data structures, defense specific standards, or formats beyond the necessity that there are modular systems with modular systems interfaces published to the relevant repository; or(B) permit contracts restricting government control over developer resources or operational data, or locking the government into a single vendor, absent a national security exemption.(3) Contractors providing modular systems shall upload required modular systems interface data to an appropriate repository. Contract closeout shall not occur until such uploads are verified by the contracting officer.(d) Implementation and flexibility.—(1) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment shall issue regulations and guidance to implement this section across military departments, Defense agencies, and combatant commands.(2) The requirements of this section shall not apply to programs with approved acquisition strategies at the time of the date of the enactment of this subsection.(3) Requirements shall not prescribe specific technologies or limit contractor innovation, provided interface documentation obligations are met, nor exclude new entrants or small businesses capable of compliance.(4) Requirements shall not force the use of industry or consensus-based standards except as necessary to interface with existing systems using such standards.

    The bill says: Section 4402 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking subsections (a) through (f) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4402)

  191. 10 U.S.C. 4403changedby S. 2296 Sec. 804(c)

    (1) establish a federated set of digital repositories within the Department of Defense to store modular systems interfaces required under subsection (c) of section 4402 of this title, which shall—(A) feature authentication and access controls to protect sensitive data;(B) enable contractors to publish and manage their contributions (at approved access levels) with accountability and version control;(C) be searchable and accessible to authorized Department of Defense components and contractors based on access levels; and(D) incorporate cybersecurity measures consistent with Department of Defense standards;(2) ensure distribution of interfaces to promote interoperability, consistent with the requirements of section 3771 of this title, by—(A) providing access to interfaces and relevant documentation in the repository established in paragraph (1) to authorized Federal Government and nongovernmental entities; and(B) restricting nongovernmental entities that receive access under subparagraph (A) from further release, disclosure, or use such data except as authorized;

    The bill says: Section 4403 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking paragraphs (1) and (2) and inserting the following new paragraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4403)

  192. 10 U.S.C. 3014changedby S. 2296 Sec. 821(1)

    The bill says: by striking "means an entity that is not currently performing" and inserting the following: “means an entity that—

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3014)

  193. 10 U.S.C. 3014changedby S. 2296 Sec. 821(2)

    The bill says: by striking "such section." and inserting the following: “such section; or

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3014)

  194. 10 U.S.C. 3457(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 824(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "(1)" before "Notwithstanding";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3457)

  195. 10 U.S.C. 3457(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 824(1)

    The bill says: by striking "may be treated" and inserting "shall be treated"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3457)

  196. 10 U.S.C. 3457(a)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 824(1)

    (2) The requirement under paragraph (1) may be waived or modified with a written determination approved by the head of contracting activity, delegable to no lower than the senior contracting official. The written determination shall include a justification for why commercial procedures should be waived or modified, such as tailored market research demonstrating that potential suppliers could not effectively provide the required product or services under commercial procedures.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3457)

  197. 10 U.S.C. 3457removedby S. 2296 Sec. 824(2)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (b);

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3457)

  198. 10 U.S.C. 3457renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 824(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (b); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3457)

  199. 10 U.S.C. 3457added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 824(4)

    (c) Preference inapplicable.— The authority under subsection (a)(1) shall not be construed to give preference to the purchase of a product or service pursuant to section 3453 of this title solely on the basis that such offered product or service is deemed commercial as a result of the exercise of such authority.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3457)

  200. 10 U.S.C. 3453(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 825(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "procurement officials in that agency," and inserting "acquisition officials in that agency, including consultants, researchers, and any individuals providing advisory services to acquisition officials,";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3453)

  201. 10 U.S.C. 3453(c)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 825(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by redesignating paragraphs (3) through (5) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3453)

  202. 10 U.S.C. 3453added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 825(a)

    (3) The head of an agency shall establish a process for determinations regarding the non-availability of commercial products or services, including that—(A) a defense unique-development product or service may not be procured until the head of the agency determines that the market research conducted in accordance with paragraph (2) of this section resulted in no commercial product, commercial service, or nondevelopmental item suitable to meet the agency's needs; and(B) prior to acquiring a defense-unique development product or service, a program manager shall, consistent with the policies and regulations of the Department of Defense, submit a written memorandum summarizing why a defense-development unique product is required based on results of the determination in subparagraph (A), which shall be signed by the program executive officer.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3453)

  203. 10 U.S.C. 3453added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 825(a)

    (f) Definition.— The term defense-unique development means a Department of Defense financed product or service to provide a defense-unique capability that does not repurpose a commercial product, commercial service, or nondevelopmental item.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3453)

  204. 10 U.S.C. 3456(a)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 825(b)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by amending paragraph (2) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3456)

  205. 10 U.S.C. 3456(b)(2)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 825(b)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(2), by inserting after the first sentence the following: "The contracting officer should consider the results summarized in the memorandum issued by the program manager in accordance with the requirement in section 3453(c)(3)(B) of this title when issuing the written commercial or noncommercial determination.".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3456)

  206. 10 U.S.C. 3458rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 826(1)

    The bill says: by amending subsection (a) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3458)

  207. 10 U.S.C. 3458removedby S. 2296 Sec. 826(2)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (e);

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3458)

  208. 10 U.S.C. 3458renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 826(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) and (d) as subsections (d) and (e), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3458)

  209. 10 U.S.C. 3458added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 826(4)

    (c) Sole-source follow-on.— The Secretary of Defense and the Secretaries of the military departments may issue follow-on contract awards or agreements, including sole source awards, for any products, services, or items acquired through the competitive procedures described under subsection (a) subject to approval requirements in sections 3204 or 4022 of this title.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (b) the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3458)

  210. 10 U.S.C. 3458(d)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 826(5)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (1); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3458)

  211. 10 U.S.C. 3458(d)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 826(5)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (2) and (3) as paragraphs (1) and (2), respectively.

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3458)

  212. 10 U.S.C. 4022(a)(2)(B)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 827(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(2)(B)(ii), by striking "at least 30 days before" and inserting "at the time"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4022)

  213. 10 U.S.C. 4022added (j)by S. 2296 Sec. 827(2)

    (j) Authority to award a production transaction to rapidly field an existing capability.— A production transaction may be awarded, with or without the use of competitive procedures, to acquire emergent and proven technologies and field production quantities of new or upgraded systems that do not require additional development and have been demonstrated in a relevant environment when the appropriate service or component acquisition executive determines in writing that exceptional circumstances justify the use of such a transaction to address a high priority warfighter need. The Secretary of Defense shall provide the written determination to the congressional defense committees at the time such authority is exercised.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4022)

  214. 10 U.S.C. 4023(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 828(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "ordnance, signal, chemical activity, transportation, energy, medical, space flight, telecommunications, and aeronautical supplies, including parts and accessories, and designs thereof," and inserting "demonstrations, prototypes, products, supplies, parts, accessories, auxiliary services, and design for defense-related articles"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4023)

  215. 10 U.S.C. 4023(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 828(2)

    The bill says: by inserting "or modified" after "may be made"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4023)

  216. 10 U.S.C. 4023(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 828(2)

    The bill says: by inserting "prototyping," after "greater than necessary for".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4023)

  217. Public Law 118-31(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 830(1)

    The bill says: by striking "not less than 50 percent" and inserting "majority"; and

    Bill text

  218. Public Law 118-31(a)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 830(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "operates" and inserting "has fossil fuel business operations";

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  219. Public Law 118-31(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 830(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(3), by inserting ", including by general license," after "Department of the Treasury"; and

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  220. Public Law 118-31(e)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 830(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating clauses (ii) and (iii) as clauses (iii) and (iv), respectively; and

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  221. Public Law 118-31(e)(2)added (ii)by S. 2296 Sec. 830(3)

    (ii) activities related to fulfilling contracts with a fossil fuel company that has fossil fuel business operations in the Russian Federation that were entered into prior to the date of the enactment of this section;

    The bill says: by inserting after clause (i) the following new clause:

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  222. Public Law 118-31(e)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 830(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by inserting "that has fossil fuel business operations" after "person".

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  223. 10 U.S.C. 3452changedby S. 2296 Sec. 831

    (b) Applicability of defense-unique statutes to contracts for commercial products and commercial services.— The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement shall include a list of defense-unique contract clause requirements based on statute, executive orders, or acquisition policies that are applicable to contracts for the procurement of commercial products and commercial services entered into by the Department of Defense.(c) Applicability of defense-unique statutes to subcontracts for commercial products and commercial services.—(1) The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement shall include a list of defense-unique contract clause requirements based on statute, executive orders, or acquisition policies that are applicable to subcontracts for the procurement of commercial products and commercial services.(2) In this subsection—(A) the term other supply agreements means any agreement entered into by a contractor or subcontractor for the supply of products, materials, or services that are intended for use in the performance of multiple contracts with the Department of Defense or other parties and are not identifiable to any particular contract; and(B) the term subcontract—(i) includes a transfer of commercial products and commercial services between divisions, subsidiaries, or affiliates of a contractor or subcontractor; and(ii) does not include other supply agreements.(3) This subsection does not authorize the waiver of the applicability of any provision of law or contract clause requirement with respect to any first-tier subcontract under a contract with a prime contractor reselling or distributing commercial products and commercial services of another contractor without adding value.(d) Applicability of defense-unique statutes to contracts for commercially available, off-the-shelf items.— The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement shall include a list of defense-unique contract clause requirements based on statute, executive orders, or acquisition policies that are applicable to subcontracts for the procurement of commercially available off-the-shelf items entered into by the Department of Defense.

    The bill says: Section 3452 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking subsections (b) through (e) and inserting the following new subsections:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3452)

  224. 10 U.S.C. 3706(c)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 838(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "; or" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3706)

  225. 10 U.S.C. 3706(c)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 838(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking the period and inserting "; or"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3706)

  226. 10 U.S.C. 3706(c)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 838(3)

    (5) the cost or pricing data were obtained by or otherwise made available to the prime contractor or subcontractor more than 30 days before, but submitted to the head of the agency after, the date of agreement on the price of the contract or, if applicable consistent with subsection (a)(2), such other date agreed upon between the parties.

    The bill says: by adding at the end of the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3706)

  227. 10 U.S.C. 3702(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 839(1)

    The bill says: by striking "June 30, 2018" each place it appears and inserting "June 30, 2026";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3702)

  228. 10 U.S.C. 3702(a)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 839(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "$2,000,000" and inserting "$10,000,000"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3702)

  229. 10 U.S.C. 3702(a)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 839(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "$750,000" and inserting "$2,000,000";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3702)

  230. 10 U.S.C. 3702(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 839(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "$2,000,000" and inserting "$10,000,000"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3702)

  231. 10 U.S.C. 3702(a)(3)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 839(3)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (3)(A), by striking "$2,000,000" and inserting "$10,000,000".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3702)

  232. 10 U.S.C. 4872(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 843(1)

    The bill says: by striking "subsection (c) or subsection (e)" and inserting "subsections (c) and (e)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4872)

  233. 10 U.S.C. 4872(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 843(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "subsection (c)" and inserting "subsections (c) and (e)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4872)

  234. 10 U.S.C. 4872(e)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 843(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "of the Secretary"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4872)

  235. 10 U.S.C. 4872(e)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 843(2)

    (3) Application of national security waiver for strategic materials.— If the Secretary of Defense or the authorized delegate has made a determination under subsection (k) of section 4863 of this title for a national security waiver of the restrictions under subsection (a) of that section for a specific end item, the Secretary or authorized delegate may apply that waiver to the restrictions under subsection (a) of this section for the same covered material and end item.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4872)

  236. 10 U.S.C. 4862(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 844(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by striking "Subsection (a)" and inserting "(1) Except as provided by paragraph (2), subsection (a)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4862)

  237. 10 U.S.C. 4862added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 844(a)

    (2) If the Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of the military department concerned applies the exception set forth in this subsection for the procurement of any clothing and the materials and components thereof or any item listed in subsection (b)(1)(D), no contract may be awarded for the procurement of any such items produced in the People's Republic of China, Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, or the Russian Federation.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4862)

  238. 10 U.S.C. 4872(f)(1)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 846(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4872)

  239. 10 U.S.C. 4872(f)(1)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 846(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (E), by striking the period and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4872)

  240. 10 U.S.C. 4872(f)(1)added (F)by S. 2296 Sec. 846(a)

    (F) molybdenum.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4872)

  241. 10 U.S.C. 4872(c)(3)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 846(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by inserting "or samarium-cobalt magnet" after "neodymium-iron-boron magnet"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4872)

  242. 10 U.S.C. 4872(c)(3)added (i)by S. 2296 Sec. 846(a)

    (i) tantalum, tungsten, or molybdenum produced from recycled scrap if the contractor demonstrates that the scrap was produced outside of a covered nation and the melting of the scrap and further processing and manufacturing of the material takes place in the United States or in the country of a qualifying foreign government, as defined in section 4863(m)(11) of this title.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4872)

  243. 10 U.S.C. 4872(c)(3)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 846(b)

    The bill says: Section 4872(c)(3)(D) of title 10, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)(2) is amended by striking "or molybdenum" and inserting "molybdenum, gallium, or germanium".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4872)

  244. 10 U.S.C. 4817added (g)by S. 2296 Sec. 849A

    (g) Eligible uses of authorities.—(1) In general.— The Secretary may use the authorities provided by this section with respect to upstream, mid-stream, and downstream supply chains, including material, material production, components, subassemblies, and finished products, testing and qualification, infrastructure, facility construction and improvement, and equipment needed directly for the following:(A) Castings and forgings.(B) Kinetic capabilities, including sensors, targeting systems, and delivery platforms.(C) Microelectronics.(D) Machine tools, including but not limited to subtractive, additive, convergent, stamping, forging, abrasives, metrology, and other production equipment.(E) Critical minerals, materials, and chemicals.(F) Workforce for the defense industrial base.(G) Advanced manufacturing capacity, including echelon manufacturing forward in the Indo-Pacific Command theater.(H) Unmanned vehicles, including subsurface, surface, land, air one-way, attritables, and launch and recovery platforms.(I) Manned aircraft.(J) Ground systems.(K) Power sources.(L) Ship and submarine, including assembly and automation technologies and capabilities, new or modernized infrastructure for new construction or maintenance and sustainment and battle damage repair.(M) Other materiel solutions required to support Indo-Pacific Command operational plans as required.(N) Defense space systems.(2) Prohibition on use in covered countries.— The Secretary may not use the authorities provided by this section for any activity in a covered country.(3) Use of authorities for other purposes.— The Secretary may not use the authorities provided by this section for a purpose not described in paragraph (1) unless, not less than 30 days before doing so, the Secretary—(A) determines that—(i) the use of the authority for that purpose is essential to the national security interests of the United States; and(ii) without the use of the authority for that purpose, United States industry cannot reasonably be expected to provide the capability needed in a timely manner; and(B) submits to the congressional defense committees a report on the determination that includes appropriate explanatory material.(h) Grants and other incentives for domestic industrial base capabilities.— To create, maintain, protect, expand, or restore domestic industrial base capabilities essential for the national security interests of the United States, the Secretary may make provision for—(1) use of contracts, grants, or other transaction authorities, including cooperative agreements;(2) incentives for the private sector to develop capabilities in areas of national security interest;(3) making awards to third party entities to support investments in small- and medium-sized entities working in areas of national security interest, including debt and equity investments, that would benefit missions of the Department of Defense; and(4) subsidies to offset market manipulation or ensure allied and domestic viability of grants made from other market uncertainties.(i) Defense industrial base purchase commitment program.—(1) In general.— To create, maintain, protect, expand, or restore industrial base capabilities essential for the national security interests of the United States, the Secretary may make provision for purchase commitments for—(A) Federal Government use or resale of an industrial resource or a critical technology item;(B) the encouragement of exploration, development, and mining of strategic and critical materials;(C) development of other materials and components;(D) the development of production capabilities; and(E) the increased use of emerging technologies in defense program applications and the rapid transition of emerging technologies—(i) from Federal Government-sponsored research and development to commercial applications; and(ii) from commercial research and development to national defense applications.(2) Exemption for certain limitations.—(A) Purchases.— Except as provided by subparagraph (B), purchase commitments under paragraph (1) may be made without regard to the limitations of existing law (other than section 1341 of title 31), for such quantities, and on such terms and conditions, including advance payments, and for such periods, but not extending beyond a date that is not more than 10 years from the date on which such purchase was initially made, as the Secretary deems necessary.(B) Limitation.— Purchases commitments under paragraph (1) involving higher than established ceiling prices (or if no such established ceiling prices exist, currently prevailing market prices) or that result in an anticipated loss on resale shall not be made, unless it is determined that supply of the materials could not be effectively increased or provisioned at lower prices or on terms more favorable to the Federal Government, or that such purchases are necessary to assure the availability to the United States of overseas supplies.(3) Findings of Secretary.—(A) In general.— The Secretary may take the actions described in subparagraph (B), if the Secretary finds that—(i) under generally fair and equitable ceiling prices, for any raw or nonprocessed material or component, there will result a decrease in supplies from high-cost sources of such material and that the continuation of such supplies is necessary to carry out the objectives of this section; or(ii) an increase in cost of transportation is temporary in character and threatens to impair maximum production or supply in any area at stable prices of any materials.(B) Subsidy payments authorized.— Upon a finding under subparagraph (A), the Secretary may make provision for subsidy payments on any such produced material from other than covered countries, in such amounts and in such manner (including purchase commitments of such material or component and its resale at a loss, and on such terms and conditions, as the Secretary determines to be necessary to ensure

    The bill says: Section 4817 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsections:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4817)

  245. 10 U.S.C. 4952(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 851(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4952)

  246. 10 U.S.C. 4952(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 851(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4952)

  247. 10 U.S.C. 4952added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 851(a)

    (3) to foster innovation for the defense industrial base and to diversify and expand the defense industrial base.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4952)

  248. 10 U.S.C. 4955(a)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 851(b)

    The bill says: Section 4955(a)(4) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "$1,000,000" and inserting "$1,500,000".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4955)

  249. Public Law 116-283(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 861(1)

    The bill says: by striking "Section 2533c" and inserting "Section 4872"; and

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  250. Public Law 116-283(a)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 861(2)

    (1) in subsection (a)—(A) in paragraph (1), by striking "; or" and inserting a semicolon;(B) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; or"; and(C) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:(3) enter into a contract for any covered material mined, refined, or separated in any covered nation.’

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows:

    Bill text

  251. Public Law 118-31(b)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 865(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

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  252. Public Law 118-31(b)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 865(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (B) as subparagraph (C);

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  253. Public Law 118-31(b)(2)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 865(1)

    (B) commercially advanced digital manufacturing facilities for rapid, distributed parts production closer to the point of use; and

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text

  254. Public Law 118-31removedby S. 2296 Sec. 865(2)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (g); and

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  255. Public Law 118-31renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 865(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (g).

    Bill text

  256. Public Law 118-159(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 869(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text

  257. Public Law 118-159(b)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 869(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and

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  258. Public Law 118-159(b)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 869(1)

    (3) produce all critical readiness parts and systems, including those identified as having sole-source dependencies, excessive lead times, unreasonable pricing, or other supply chain deficiencies; and

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph:

    Bill text

  259. Public Law 118-159(d)(7)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 869(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (7), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text

  260. Public Law 118-159(d)(8)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 869(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (8), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

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  261. Public Law 118-159(d)added (9)by S. 2296 Sec. 869(2)

    (9) the Department of Defense avoids duplication of review processes for the approval of aircraft parts and components and repairs that have already been approved by a civil aviation authority under a Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) or Designated Engineering Representative (DER) spare or repair certification and approval processes unless a written justification is approved by the commander of a systems command of a military service and reported to the congressional defense committees.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text

  262. Public Law 118-159renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 869(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (f) through (j) as subsections (g) through (k), respectively;

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  263. Public Law 118-159added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 869(4)

    (f) Expedited qualification panels.— Each military department shall establish an Expedited Qualification Panel (EQP). The EQP shall develop standardized templates for Source Approval Requests (SARs) and review expedited SARs or PMAs within 14 days, issuing conditional approvals (valid for 12 months) or full approvals based on tiered risk criteria, and leverage designated engineering representatives or equivalent third-party certified engineers when appropriate.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (e) insert the following new subsection:

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  264. Public Law 118-159added (l)by S. 2296 Sec. 869(5)

    (l) Definitions.— In this section:(1) The term critical readiness parts and systems has the meaning given the term in section 4324 of title 10, United States Code.(2) The term non-safety critical items, or non-mission critical items includes the following items:(A) Major risk parts or systems whose failure causes structural damage or significant mission degradation and requires finite element modeling, fracture analysis, comparison to similar parts, or similar methods.(B) Minor risk parts and systems that only have form, fit, and function requirements verified by dimensional coordinate measuring machines, go/no-go gauges, or similar methods.(C) Low risk parts and systems that are consumable or non-critical, requiring material certification, visual inspections, or similar methods.(3) The term safety critical items or mission critical items means parts or systems whose failure causes loss of control, catastrophic failure, or loss of life, and require full qualification, simulation, and physical testing with Engineering Support Activity witnessing.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

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  265. 10 U.S.C. 4324(b)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 870(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by inserting "in coordination with operational commands and users" after "appropriate metrics"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4324)

  266. 10 U.S.C. 4324(b)(1)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 870(a)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (I) and redesignating subparagraph (J) as subparagraph (I);

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4324)

  267. 10 U.S.C. 4324(c)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 870(a)

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4324)

  268. 10 U.S.C. 4324(c)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 870(a)

    (B) adopt predictive analytics and simulation and modeling tools to improve material availability and reliability, increase operational availability rates, and reduce operation and sustainment costs;(C) select, transfer, direct, and coordinate product support integrators and product support providers across materiel commands, depots, sustainment working capital funds, and commercial entities to execute the product support strategy and maintain updated parts cataloging and provisioning;(D) review and recommend resource allocations across product support integrators and product support providers to meet performance requirements of the product support strategy;(E) prevent and resolve all diminishing manufacturing supply and material shortages and critical readiness parts and systems issues;(F) manage the end-to-end coordination of qualification, certification, and test of alternative sources of supply;(G) ensure evaluation of offerors on a solicitation includes—(i) a parts selection plan that enables interoperability, maintainability, and commercially supportable designs;(ii) updated logistics product data and maintenance manuals; and(iii) data rights and data ordering consistent with the intellectual property management plan in the life cycle sustainment plan;(H) inspect, accept, and manage data deliveries and conformance of such data with configuration changes in consultation with Defense Contract Management Agency; and(I) update the product support strategy continuously as required, at a minimum every five years.

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by striking subparagraphs (B) through (I) and inserting the following new subparagraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4324)

  269. 10 U.S.C. 4324(c)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 870(a)

    (3) Organization.— Each Portfolio Acquisition Executive shall establish a Major Program Manager to manage sustainment activities for in-service systems and oversee all product support managers of covered systems to ensure an expert focus on sustainment.(4) Career management.— The Secretary of Defense shall establish a formal career path for product support managers, including selection criteria, training programs, and certification requirements, aligned with the standards set forth in chapter 87 of this title. Product support managers shall be selected from military and civilian personnel with demonstrated expertise in sustainment, logistics, supply chain, or engineering, and incentivized with career progression opportunities equivalent to acquisition program managers.(5) Liaison officer program.— Each sustainment working capital fund entity shall establish a liaison officer program to serve as the dedicated point of contract to align working capital fund management with product support manager activities for all covered systems.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following paragraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4324)

  270. 10 U.S.C. 4324(d)(5)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 870(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (5) by inserting "any acquisition or in-service program that is" after "The term covered system means"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4324)

  271. 10 U.S.C. 4324(d)added (9)by S. 2296 Sec. 870(a)

    (9) Critical readiness parts and systems.— The term critical readiness parts and systems means all parts and systems causing parts causing Mission Impaired Capability Awaiting Parts (MICAP), Not Mission Capable Supply (NMCS), or Casualty Report (CASREP) Category 3 or 4 status, as defined by the Department of Defense and respective military services, or other parts or systems designated by the Secretary of Defense as impacting readiness.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 4324)

  272. Public Law 115-232changedby S. 2296 Sec. 871(b)

    The bill says: in the heading, by striking "pilot";

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  273. Public Law 115-232changedby S. 2296 Sec. 871(b)

    The bill says: by striking "pilot" each place it appears;

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  274. Public Law 115-232(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 871(b)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(2), by striking "minimal reporting" and inserting "no unique reporting"; and

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  275. Public Law 115-232removedby S. 2296 Sec. 871(b)

    The bill says: by striking subsections (c) and (d).

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  276. Public Law 118-159(d)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 871(b)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading, by striking "Capacity-Based" and inserting "Capability-Based"; and

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  277. Public Law 118-159(d)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 871(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking "increased capacity" and inserting "increased capability".

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  278. 10 U.S.C. 222c(a)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 872(1)

    (3) The minimum production levels.

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 222c)

  279. 10 U.S.C. 222crenumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 872(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (g); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 222c)

  280. 10 U.S.C. 222cadded (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 872(3)

    (f) Minimum production levels.—(1) The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment and the chiefs of staff of the armed forces, shall annually determine the minimum production level for each variant of munitions required to meet the Out-Year Unconstrained Total Munitions Requirement reported under subsection (a)(1).(2) The minimum production level for each munition shall be calculated based on the Total Out-Year Unconstrained Total Munitions Requirement, as specified in subsection (c)(6), and shall account for the following:(A) The inventory objective requirements for each category listed in paragraphs (1) through (5) of subsection (c) and paragraph (8) of such subsection.(B) The out-year worldwide inventory reported under subsection (c)(7).(C) The time required to meet the Out-Year Unconstrained Total Munitions Requirement, as reported pursuant to paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (e).(3) The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that the minimum production levels determined under this subsection are incorporated into the planning, programming, budgeting, and execution process of the Department of Defense to align munitions procurement with the Out-Year Unconstrained Total Munitions Requirement.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (e) the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 222c)

  281. Public Law 118-159(c)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 901(b)

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows:

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  282. Public Law 118-159(c)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 901(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (A) through (N) as clauses (i) through (xiv), respectively, and by moving such clauses, as so redesignated, two ems to the right; and

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  283. Public Law 118-159(c)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 901(b)

    (A) The Under Secretary of Defense for Policy.(B) The Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering.(C) The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment.(D) Representatives from each of the following:

    The bill says: by striking "The co-chairs" and all that follows through "the following:" and inserting in the following: “The Council shall include the following:

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  284. Public Law 118-159(b)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 901(c)

    The bill says: Section 1092(b) of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159; 10 U.S.C. 149 note) is amended to read as follows:

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  285. 10 U.S.C. 149renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 902(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (j); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 149)

  286. 10 U.S.C. 149added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 902(a)

    (f) Fees.—(1) In general.— The Director may—(A) charge and collect fees for the costs of services provided by the Office and associated with administering programs under this section, including for project-specific transaction costs and direct costs relating to such services; and(B) establish those fees at amounts that will ensure recovery of the full costs of administering those programs.(2) Deposit into Credit Program Account.—(A) In general.— Amounts collected as fees under paragraph (1) shall—(i) be deposited into the Credit Program Account established under subsection (e)(5); and(ii) remain available until expended.(B) Limitation on use of fees.— Notwithstanding subsection (e)(5)(B), none of the fees collected under paragraph (1) may be used to pay salaries or expenses of civilian employees of the Department of Defense.(3) Termination of authority.—(A) In general.— Except as provided by subparagraph (B), the authority under paragraph (1) to charge and collect fees shall expire on the date specified in paragraph (9)(A) of subsection (e) for the expiration of the authority of the Director to make new loans and provide new loan guarantees under paragraph (3)(A)(i) of that subsection.(B) Treatment of certain assets.— With respect to a loan or loan guarantee provided under this section that is outstanding as of the expiration date under subparagraph (A), the authority of the Director under paragraph (1) to charge and collect fees for services relating to the loan or loan guarantee shall remain in effect for the duration of the loan or loan guarantee.(4) Reports required.—(A) Annual report.— Not later than March 1 of each year, the Director shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that includes—(i) a detailed summary of the fees collected under paragraph (1) in the preceding fiscal year; and(ii) a description of how those fees were allocated.(B) Audit.— The Inspector General of the Department of Defense shall—(i) conduct an audit of fees charged and collected under paragraph (1) not less frequently than once every two years; and(ii) not later than June 1 of the year in which an audit is conducted under clause (i), submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the results of the audit.(g) Authority to accept services.— Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31, the Director may accept services, such as legal, financial, technical, or professional services, associated with administering programs under this section, including accepting such services as payment in kind for services provided by the Office.(h) Presumption of compliance.— Each agreement for a loan or loan guarantee executed by the Director shall be conclusively presumed to be issued in compliance with the requirements of this section.(i) Authority to collect debts.— In the case of a default on a loan or loan guarantee provided under this section, the Director may exercise any priority of the United States in collecting debts relating to the default.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (e) the following new subsections:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 149)

  287. 10 U.S.C. 139(b)(5)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 903(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (5), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 139)

  288. 10 U.S.C. 139(b)(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 903(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (6), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 139)

  289. 10 U.S.C. 139(b)added (7)by S. 2296 Sec. 903(3)

    (7) maintain, on behalf of the Secretary of Defense, enabling and cross-cutting activities that support operational test and evaluation across the Department, including—(A) the Cyber Assessment Program;(B) the Center for Countermeasures;(C) the Test and Evaluation Threat Resource Activity;(D) the Joint Technical Coordinating Group for Munitions Effectiveness Program;(E) the Joint Aircraft Survivability Program;(F) the Joint Test and Evaluation Program; and(G) the Test and Evaluation Transformation Program.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 139)

  290. 10 U.S.C. 133a(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 904(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "elements of the Department relating to" after "supervising, all"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 133a)

  291. 10 U.S.C. 133a(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 904(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "and to enhance jointness" after "and engineering efforts"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 133a)

  292. 10 U.S.C. 133a(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 904(1)

    The bill says: by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 133a)

  293. 10 U.S.C. 133a(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 904(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 133a)

  294. 10 U.S.C. 133a(b)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 904(3)

    (4) directing the Secretaries of the military departments and the heads of all other elements of the Department with regard to matters for which the Under Secretary has responsibility.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 133a)

  295. 10 U.S.C. 148(c)(1)(B)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 905(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B)(ii), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 148)

  296. 10 U.S.C. 148(c)(1)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 905(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 148)

  297. 10 U.S.C. 148(c)(1)added (D)by S. 2296 Sec. 905(3)

    (D) identifying raw material waste produced during the explosives manufacturing process and developing plans to reduce waste and optimize production.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 148)

  298. 10 U.S.C. 149renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 907(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (U) through (GG) as subparagraphs (V) through (HH), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 149)

  299. 10 U.S.C. 149added (U)by S. 2296 Sec. 907(2)

    (U) Nuclear fission and fusion energy, and associated infrastructure, including advanced nuclear reactors.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (T) the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 149)

  300. 10 U.S.C. 138(b)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 908(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (7) and (8) as paragraphs (8) and (9), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 138)

  301. 10 U.S.C. 138(b)added (7)by S. 2296 Sec. 908(a)

    (7) One of the Assistant Secretaries is the Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Armaments Cooperation, who shall report directly to the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. The principal duty of the Assistant Secretary shall be to carry out section 133b(b)(10) of this title.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (6) the following new paragraph (7):

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 138)

  302. 10 U.S.C. 181(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 911(a)

    (1) evaluating global trends, threats, and adversary capabilities to inform understanding of joint operational problems and shape a joint force design;(2) coordinating with commanders of combatant commands with respect to compiling, refining, and prioritizing joint operational problems;(3) continuously reviewing and assessing military capabilities of the armed forces, Defense Agencies, or other entities of the Department of Defense to meet applicable requirements in the national defense strategy under section 113(g) of this title;(4) identifying and prioritizing gaps and opportunities in military capabilities to meet such requirements, including making recommendations for changes to address such gaps and leverage such opportunities;(5) identifying advances in technology, innovative commercial solutions, and concepts of operation that could improve the ability of the joint force in achieving military advantage for the United States;(6) designing the joint force in a manner that addresses joint operational problems and, in doing so, evaluating force design initiatives of the armed forces to recommend acceptance, mitigation, or alternative force designs;(7) maintaining a repository of joint operational problems and identification of military capabilities that are addressing those problems; and(8) evaluating impact to joint military capability requirements for the purposes of section 4375(b).

    The bill says: Subsection (b) of section 181 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking paragraphs (1) through (7) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 181)

  303. 10 U.S.C. 3104(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 911(f)

    The bill says: Section 3104(a)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "(subject, where appropriate, to validation by the Joint Requirements Oversight Council pursuant to section 181 of this title)".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3104)

  304. 10 U.S.C. 133b(b)(5)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 912(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 133b)

  305. 10 U.S.C. 133b(b)(5)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 912(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (E), by striking the semicolon and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 133b)

  306. 10 U.S.C. 133b(b)(5)added (F)by S. 2296 Sec. 912(a)

    (F) the executive agent for the Department of Defense for oversight of efforts to counter small unmanned aircraft;

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 133b)

  307. Public Law 118-159changedby S. 2296 Sec. 912(c)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "of the Army";

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  308. Public Law 118-159(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 912(c)

    The bill says: by striking "Secretary of the Army" and inserting "Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment"; and

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  309. Public Law 118-159(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 912(c)

    The bill says: by striking "of the Army"; and

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  310. Public Law 118-159(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 912(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "September 30, 2025, the Secretary of the Army" and inserting "September 30, 2026, the Under Secretary".

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  311. Public Law 118-159(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 912(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "Not later" and all that follows through "Office," and inserting "Not later than June 30, 2027, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment"; and

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  312. Public Law 118-159(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 912(c)

    The bill says: by striking "The Secretary" and all that follows through "Office," and inserting "The Under Secretary"; and

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  313. Public Law 118-159(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 912(c)

    The bill says: by striking "the Secretary of the Army" and inserting "the Under Secretary".

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  314. 10 U.S.C. 151added (h)by S. 2296 Sec. 916

    (h) Removal of members of Joint Chiefs of Staff.—(1) If the President removes a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from office or transfers a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to another position or location before the end of the term of the member as specified in statute, the President shall, not later than five days after the removal or transfer takes effect, submit to Congress, including the congressional defense committees, notice that the member is being removed or transferred and a statement of the reason for the removal or transfer.(2) Nothing in this subsection prohibits a personnel action authorized by another provision of law.

    The bill says: Section 151 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 151)

  315. 10 U.S.C. 526added (k)by S. 2296 Sec. 917(a)

    (k)(1) An individual serving as the Commander of the Naval Sea Systems Command—(A) subject to paragraph (2), shall serve for a term of eight years; and(B) is eligible to be appointed to the rank of Admiral during the final three years of that term.(2) The Secretary of the Navy may terminate the term of an individual serving as the Commander of the Naval Sea Systems Command before the end of the eight-year term specified in paragraph (1)(A) if the Secretary notifies the congressional defense committees of the termination.

    The bill says: Section 526 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 526)

  316. 10 U.S.C. 113(c)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  317. 10 U.S.C. 113(c)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (2) and (3), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  318. 10 U.S.C. 113(g)(1)(B)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: by striking clause (vii); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  319. 10 U.S.C. 113(g)(1)(B)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating clauses (viii), (ix), and (x) as clauses (vii), (viii), and (ix), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  320. 10 U.S.C. 113(l)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "to measure—" and all that follows through "(C) the efforts" and inserting "to measure the efforts": and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  321. 10 U.S.C. 113(l)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: by striking "shall—" and all that follows through "(A) ensure that" and inserting "shall ensure that";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  322. 10 U.S.C. 113(l)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: by striking the semicolon after "extent practicable" and inserting a period: and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  323. 10 U.S.C. 113(l)(2)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraphs (B) through (F); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  324. 10 U.S.C. 113(m)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: by striking ", disaggregated by gender, race, and ethnicity," each place it appears;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  325. 10 U.S.C. 113(m)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "disaggregated by gender, race, and ethnicity,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  326. 10 U.S.C. 113(m)(9)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (9), by striking ", gender, race, and ethnicity".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  327. 10 U.S.C. 147repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(b)

    The bill says: Section 147 of title 10, United States Code, is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 147)

  328. Public Law 116-283(c)repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(c)

    The bill says: Section 503(c) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 10 U.S.C. 573 note) is repealed.

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  329. 10 U.S.C. 656repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(d)

    The bill says: Section 656 of title 10, United States Code, is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 656)

  330. 10 U.S.C. 986repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(e)

    The bill says: Section 986 of title 10, United States Code, is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 986)

  331. 10 U.S.C. 2001(a)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(f)

    The bill says: Section 2001(a)(1)(B) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "include" and all that follows through the period and inserting "shall include honor, excellence, courage, and commitment.".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2001)

  332. Public Law 116-92repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(g)

    The bill says: Section 529 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116–92; 10 U.S.C. 656 note) is repealed.

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  333. Public Law 116-283(b)repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(h)

    The bill says: Section 913(b) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 10 U.S.C. 147 note) is repealed.

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  334. 10 U.S.C. 118(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 920(i)

    The bill says: Section 118(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "to carry out—" and all that follows through "(2) guidance" and inserting "to carry out guidance".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 118)

  335. Public Law 111-84rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1002(a)

    The bill says: Section 141 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 10 U.S.C. 221 note) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text

  336. 10 U.S.C. 2284removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1002(a)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (c); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2284)

  337. 10 U.S.C. 2284renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1002(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (c).

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2284)

  338. 10 U.S.C. 240g(b)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1004

    The bill says: Section 240g(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 240g)

  339. 10 U.S.C. 2218(f)(3)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1012

    The bill says: Section 2218(f)(3)(C) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "10" and inserting "12" .

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2218)

  340. 10 U.S.C. 8669cadded 8669dby S. 2296 Sec. 1015(a)

    8669d. Report accompanying requests for new flights or blocks of major shipbuilding programs.—(a) In general.— If the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the budget of the President for a fiscal year pursuant to section 1105 of title 31 includes a request for a new flight or block of ships, the Secretary of the Navy shall submit a report accompanying such request.(b) Elements.— Each report required by subsection (a) shall include the following:(1) The results of any production readiness review, including the following:(A) An identification of the degree to which detail design and production design drawings and related documents have been completed in accordance with the shipbuilding contract.(B) An identification of the number of changes to the new flight or block of ships from the previous multiyear procurement authorization for the class of ship concerned.(C) An identification of the risks associated with any design changes to the new flight or block of ships from the previous multiyear procurement authorization for the class of ship concerned.(2) A certification that the findings of any such review support the start of construction.(3) An assessment of the readiness of the shipyard facilities and workforce to begin construction.(4) The Navy’s estimated delivery date and a description of any risks that could affect such delivery date.(5) An assessment of the extent to which adequate processes and metrics are in place to measure and manage program risks.(6) With respect to the first ship, a description of the plans of the Navy to oversee and document the construction of the ship to ensure that the detail design supports the construction schedule for the ship.(c) Definitions.— In this section:(1) First ship.— The term first ship applies to a ship if—(A) the ship is the first ship to be constructed under the new flight or block of ships; or(B) the shipyard at which the ship is to be constructed has not previously started construction on a ship under the new flight or block of ships.(2) Major shipbuilding program; production readiness review.— The terms major shipbuilding program and production readiness review have the meanings given those terms in section 8669c(c) of this title.(3) New flight or block of ships.— The term new flight or block of ships means a new flight, block, or major modification to a current ship class under a major shipbuilding program that was previously authorized and met the previous requirements as a new ship class.

    The bill says: Chapter 863 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 8669c the following new section:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 8669c)

  341. Public Law 114-92(f)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1025(1)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "as of" and inserting "on or before"; and

    Bill text

  342. Public Law 114-92(f)(2)(B)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1025(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B)(i), by inserting "at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba" after "Department of Defense".

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  343. 10 U.S.C. 284(h)(1)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1033(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as subparagraphs (B) and (C), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 284)

  344. 10 U.S.C. 284(h)(1)added (A)by S. 2296 Sec. 1033(a)

    (A) In the case of support for a purpose described in subsection (b)—(i) the agency to which support is provided;(ii) the budget, implementation timeline with milestones, anticipated delivery schedule for support, and completion date for the purpose or project for which support is provided;(iii) the source and planned expenditure of funds provided for the project or purpose;(iv) a description of the arrangements, if any, for the sustainment of the project or purpose and the source of funds to support sustainment of the capabilities and performance outcomes achieved using such support, if applicable;(v) a description of the objectives for the project or purpose and evaluation framework to be used to develop capability and performance metrics associated with operational outcomes for the recipient;(vi) information, including the amount, type, and purpose, about the support provided the agency during the three fiscal years preceding the fiscal year for which the support covered by the notice is provided under this section with respect to—(I) this section;(II) counterdrug activities authorized by section 1033 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1998 (Public Law 105–85; 111 Stat. 1811); or(III) any other significant program, account, or activity for the provision of security assistance that the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State consider appropriate.

    The bill says: by inserting before subparagraph (B), as redesignated by subparagraph (A) of this paragraph, the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 284)

  345. 10 U.S.C. 284(h)(3)(B)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1033(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3)(B)(i), by striking "the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives" and inserting "the congressional defense committees".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 284)

  346. 10 U.S.C. 714(a)added (8)by S. 2296 Sec. 1034(1)

    (8) Former or retired officials who—(A) previously served in the positions identified in paragraphs (1) through (7); and(B) face serious and credible threats arising from duties performed while employed by the Department of Defense.

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 714)

  347. 10 U.S.C. 714(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1034(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "paragraphs (1) through (7) of";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 714)

  348. 10 U.S.C. 714(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1034(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by inserting "or reimbursement" after "personal security"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 714)

  349. 10 U.S.C. 714(b)(6)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1034(2)

    (A) In general.— Except as provided in subparagraph (D), the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committee determinations made pursuant to this subsection as follows:(i) An initial determination made under paragraph (4), not later than 15 days after the date on which the determination is made, including the justification for such determination and a current threat assessment by an appropriate law enforcement, security, or intelligence organization.(ii) A determination to deny the renewal of physical protection and security or reimbursement, not later than 15 days after the date on which the determination is made, including—(I) the justification for such determination;(II) a current threat assessment by an appropriate law enforcement, security, or intelligence organization; and(III) a certification that threats to the individual arising from duties performed while employed by the Department of Defense can be sufficiently mitigated without physical protection and security or reimbursement.(iii) A determination to terminate physical protection and security or reimbursement during a previously authorized period of protection, not later than 48 hours after the date on which the determination is made, including—(I) the justification for such determination;(II) a current threat assessment by an appropriate law enforcement, security, or intelligence organization; and(III) a certification that threats to the individual arising from duties performed while employed by the Department of Defense can be sufficiently mitigated without protection and security or reimbursement.(iv) A determination to deny a request for reimbursement of an individual described in subsection (a)(8), not later than 15 days after the date on which the determination is made, including—(I) the justification for such determination;(II) a current threat assessment by an appropriate law enforcement, security, or intelligence organization; and(III) a certification that threats to the individual arising from duties performed while employed by the Department of Defense can be sufficiently mitigated without reimbursement.

    The bill says: by amending subparagraph (A) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 714)

  350. 10 U.S.C. 714(b)(6)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1034(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by inserting "and a description of any changes to such guidelines" after "paragraph (1)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 714)

  351. 10 U.S.C. 714added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 1034(3)

    (f) Notification to protected personnel.— The Secretary of Defense shall provide written notification to individuals receiving physical protection and personal security under subsection (a) or reimbursement under subsection (e) at least 90 days before terminating or denying the renewal of protection and security protection or reimbursement for such individuals.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 714)

  352. 10 U.S.C. 723(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1036(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), in the subsection heading, by striking "Requirement" and inserting "Response to civil disturbances";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 723)

  353. 10 U.S.C. 723renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1036(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (b) as subsection (c);

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 723)

  354. 10 U.S.C. 723added (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 1036(a)

    (b) Support to civilian law enforcement agencies by members of the armed forces.— Whenever a member of the armed forces (including the National Guard) provides support to civilian law enforcement agencies, each such member providing such support shall visibly display the name of the armed force in which such member operates.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (a) the following new subsection (b):

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 723)

  355. 10 U.S.C. 723(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1036(a)

    The bill says: by striking "requirement under subsection (a)" and inserting "requirements under subsections (a) and (b)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 723)

  356. 10 U.S.C. 723(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1036(a)

    The bill says: by striking "such subsection" and inserting "any such subsection".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 723)

  357. 10 U.S.C. 723changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1036(b)

    The bill says: The heading for section 723 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "Federal authorities in response to civil disturbances" and inserting "civil authorities".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 723)

  358. 10 U.S.C. 115aremovedby S. 2296 Sec. 1042(a)

    The bill says: Section 115a of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (g).

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 115a)

  359. Public Law 116-92added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 1044

    (c) Reports on support for immigration enforcement operations.—(1) In general.— If the Department of Defense approves a Request for Assistance for support for immigration enforcement operations, the Secretary of Defense shall electronically transmit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on such support not later than 30 calendar days after the date on which the Secretary approves the Request for Assistance and every 30 calendar days thereafter.(2) Elements.— Each report required by paragraph (1) shall include information on the following:(A) The use of transportation support provided by the Department of Defense, the type of such support, and the cost of such support.(B) The use of installation or facility support provided by the Department of Defense, the name of the installation or facility, and the cost of such support.(C) The reassignment of Department of Defense personnel to conduct support for immigration enforcement operations, the units from which such personnel were reassigned, the duration of the orders, and the cost of such reassignment.

    The bill says: Section 1707 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (Public Law 116–92; 133 Stat. 1799; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

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  360. 10 U.S.C. 408(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1051

    The bill says: Section 408(d)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "$5,000,000" and inserting "$15,000,000".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 408)

  361. 48 U.S.C. 1806(b)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1052

    The bill says: Section 6(b)(1)(B) of the Joint Resolution entitled "A Joint Resolution to approve the "Covenant to Establish a Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in Political Union with the United States of America", and for other purposes", approved March 24, 1976 (48 U.S.C. 1806(b)(1)(B)), is amended, in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking "December 31, 2029" and inserting "December 31, 2031".

    Bill text · Current law (48 U.S.C. 1806)

  362. 10 U.S.C. 130fadded 103by S. 2296 Sec. 1056(a)

    103 Oversight of Department of Defense sensitive activities..—(a) In general.— The Secretary of Defense shall keep the congressional defense committees fully and currently informed of Department of Defense sensitive activities.(b) Notification.— The Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees notice in writing of a compromise or failure of any Department of Defense sensitive activity not later than 48 hours following the compromise or failure.(c) Procedures.— The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the congressional defense committees, shall establish and submit to such committees procedures for complying with the requirements of subsection (a) and (b) consistent with the national security of the United States and the protection of operational integrity. The Secretary shall promptly notify the congressional defense committees in writing of any changes to such procedures at least 14 days prior to the adoption of any such changes.(d) Sensitive activity defined.— In this section, the term sensitive activity means operations, actions, activities, or programs that, if compromised, could have enduring adverse effects on United States foreign policy, Department of Defense activities, or military operations, or cause significant embarrassment to the United States, United States allies, or the Department of Defense.

    The bill says: Chapter 3 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 130f the following new section:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130f)

  363. Public Law 117-81(f)(2)added (D)by S. 2296 Sec. 1061

    (D) Services.—(i) DOD services.— The Secretary of Defense may provide to the Commission, on a nonreimbursable basis, such administrative services, funds, staff, facilities, and other support services as are necessary for the performance of the Commission's duties under this section.(ii) Other agencies.— In addition to any support provided under clause (i), the heads of other Federal departments and agencies may provide to the Commission such services, funds, facilities, staff, and other support as the heads of such departments and agencies determine advisable and as may be authorized by law.

    The bill says: Section 1094(f)(2) of the Afghanistan War Commission Act of 2021 (Public Law 117–81; 135 Stat. 1938) is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

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  364. Public Law 117-81(g)added (7)by S. 2296 Sec. 1062

    (7) Contracting.— The Co-Chairpersons of the Commission may, to such extent and in such amounts as are provided in appropriation Acts, enter into contracts to enable the Commission to discharge its duties under this section.

    The bill says: Section 1094(g) of the Afghanistan War Commission Act of 2021 (Public Law 117–81; 135 Stat. 1938) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

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  365. 50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)(C)added (iii)by S. 2296 Sec. 1067(a)

    (iii) List of sites.— For purposes of subparagraph (B)(ii), the Committee may prescribe through regulations a list of facilities and property of the United States Government that are sensitive for reasons relating to national security. Such list may include certain facilities and property of the intelligence community and National Laboratories (as defined in section 2 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (42 U.S.C. 15801)).

    The bill says: Section 721(a)(4)(C) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4565(a)(4)(C)) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4565)

  366. 50 U.S.C. 4565(m)(2)added (L)by S. 2296 Sec. 1067(b)

    (L) A list of all notices and declarations filed and all reviews or investigations of covered transactions completed during the period relating to facilities and property of the United States Government determined to be sensitive for reasons relating to national security for purposes of subsection (a)(4)(B)(ii).(M) A certification that the list of sites identified under subsection (a)(4)(C)(iii) reflects consideration of the recommended updates and revisions submitted under paragraph (4)(B). Upon request from any Member of Congress specified in subsection (b)(3)(C)(iii), the chairperson shall provide a classified briefing to that Member, and staff of the member with appropriate security clearances, regarding the list of sites identified under subsection (a)(4)(C)(iii).

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4565)

  367. 50 U.S.C. 4565(m)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1067(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (5); and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4565)

  368. 50 U.S.C. 4565(m)(2)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 1067(b)

    (4) Annual review of list of facilities and property.— Not later than January 31 of each year, each member of the Committee shall—(A) review the facilities and property of the agency represented by that member that are on the list prescribed under subparagraph (C)(iii) of subsection (a)(4) of facilities and property that are sensitive for reasons relating to national security for purposes of subparagraph (B)(ii) of that subsection; and(B) submit to the chairperson a report on that review, after approval of the report by an Assistant Secretary or equivalent official of the agency, which shall include any recommended updates or revisions to the list regarding facilities and property administered by the member of the Committee.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (3) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4565)

  369. 38 U.S.C. 4103A(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1068(1)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by inserting "and eligible persons" after "eligible veterans"; and

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 4103A)

  370. 38 U.S.C. 4103A(a)(1)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1068(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by inserting ", and eligible persons," after "Other eligible veterans";

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 4103A)

  371. 38 U.S.C. 4103A(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1068(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by inserting "and eligible persons" after "veterans" each place it appears; and

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 4103A)

  372. 38 U.S.C. 4103A(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1068(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "or eligible person" after "veteran" each place it appears; and

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 4103A)

  373. 38 U.S.C. 4103A(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1068(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "or eligible person’s" after "veteran’s";

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 4103A)

  374. 38 U.S.C. 4103A(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1068(2)

    The bill says: by inserting "and eligible persons" after "eligible veterans" each place it appears; and

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 4103A)

  375. 38 U.S.C. 4103A(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1068(2)

    The bill says: by striking "non-veteran-related"; and

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 4103A)

  376. 38 U.S.C. 4103Aadded (e)by S. 2296 Sec. 1068(3)

    (e) Eligible person defined.— In this section, the term eligible person means—(1) any spouse described in section 4101(5) of this title; or(2) the spouse of any person who died while a member of the Armed Forces.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 4103A)

  377. 40 U.S.C. 6121(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1069

    (C) if the Marshal determines such protection is necessary—(i) any retired or former Chief Justice or Associate Justice of the Supreme Court; or(ii) any member of the immediate family of the Chief Justice, any Associate Justice, any retired or former Chief Justice or Associate Justice, or any officer of the Supreme Court.

    The bill says: Section 6121(a)(2) of title 40, United States Code, is amended by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (40 U.S.C. 6121)

  378. 34 U.S.C. 10631(b)(7)a new sectionchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 1070(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (7), by striking "and" at the end;

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  379. 34 U.S.C. 10631(b)(8)a new sectionchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 1070(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (8), by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and

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  380. 34 U.S.C. 10631(b)a new sectionadded (9)by S. 2296 Sec. 1070(a)

    (9) treating substance use disorders, including by providing peer recovery services, case management, and access to overdose education and overdose reversal medications; and(10) providing reentry housing services.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

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  381. 34 U.S.C. 10631(o)(1)a new sectionchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 1070(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (o)(1), by striking "2019 through 2023" and inserting "2026 through 2030".

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  382. 34 U.S.C. 10595a(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1070(b)

    The bill says: Section 2926(a) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10595a(a)) is amended by striking "2019 through 2023" and inserting "2026 through 2030".

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10595a)

  383. 34 U.S.C. 10261(a)(28)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1070(c)

    The bill says: Section 1001(a)(28) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10261(a)(28)) is amended by striking "2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023" and inserting "2026 through 2030".

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10261)

  384. 34 U.S.C. 60511(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1070(d)

    The bill says: Section 115(f) of the Second Chance Act of 2007 (34 U.S.C. 60511(f)) is amended by striking "2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023" and inserting "2026 through 2030".

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 60511)

  385. 34 U.S.C. 60521(f)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1070(e)

    The bill says: Section 201(f)(1) of the Second Chance Act of 2007 (34 U.S.C. 60521(f)(1)) is amended by striking "2019 through 2023" and inserting "2026 through 2030".

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 60521)

  386. 34 U.S.C. 60531(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1070(f)

    The bill says: Section 211(f) of the Second Chance Act of 2007 (34 U.S.C. 60531(f)) is amended by striking "2019 through 2023" and inserting "2026 through 2030".

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 60531)

  387. 42 U.S.C. 213a(a)added (22)by S. 2296 Sec. 1071(a)

    (22) Chapter 40, Leave.

    The bill says: Section 221(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 213a(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 213a)

  388. 42 U.S.C. 210-1repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 1071(b)

    The bill says: Section 219 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 210–1) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 210-1)

  389. 50 U.S.C. 4565(a)added (14)by S. 2296 Sec. 1075(a)

    (14) Agriculture.— The term agriculture has the meaning given that term in section 3 of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (29 U.S.C. 203).

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4565)

  390. 50 U.S.C. 4565(b)(1)added (I)by S. 2296 Sec. 1075(a)

    (I) Consideration of certain agricultural land transactions.—(i) In general.— Not later than 30 days after receiving notification from the Secretary of Agriculture of a reportable agricultural land transaction, the Committee shall determine—(I) whether the transaction is a covered transaction; and(II) if the Committee determines that the transaction is a covered transaction, whether to—(aa) request the submission of a notice under clause (i) of subparagraph (C) or a declaration under clause (v) of such subparagraph pursuant to the process established under subparagraph (H); or(bb) initiate a review pursuant to subparagraph (D).(ii) Reportable agricultural land transaction defined.— In this subparagraph, the term reportable agricultural land transaction means a transaction—(I) that the Secretary of Agriculture has reason to believe is a covered transaction;(II) that involves the acquisition of an interest in agricultural land by a foreign person, other than an excepted investor or an excepted real estate investor, as such terms are defined in regulations prescribed by the Committee; and(III) with respect to which a person is required to submit a report to the Secretary of Agriculture under section 2(a) of the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act of 1978 (7 U.S.C. 3501(a)).(iii) Rule of construction.— Nothing in this subparagraph shall be construed to apply to the acquisition of an interest in agricultural land by a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States.

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(1), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4565)

  391. 50 U.S.C. 4565(k)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1075(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (H), (I), and (J) as subparagraphs (I), (J), and (K), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4565)

  392. 50 U.S.C. 4565(k)(2)added (H)by S. 2296 Sec. 1075(a)

    (H) The Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to any covered transaction related to the purchase of agricultural land or agricultural biotechnology or otherwise related to the agriculture industry in the United States.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (G) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4565)

  393. 50 U.S.C. 4565added (r)by S. 2296 Sec. 1075(a)

    (r) Prohibitions relating to purchases of agricultural land and agricultural businesses.—(1) In general.— If the Committee, in conducting a review under this section, determines that a transaction described in clause (i), (ii), or (iv) of subsection (a)(4)(B) would result in the purchase or lease by a covered foreign person of real estate described in paragraph (2) or would result in control by a covered foreign person of a United States business engaged in agriculture, the President shall prohibit the transaction unless a party to the transaction voluntarily chooses to abandon the transaction.(2) Real estate described.— Subject to regulations prescribed by the Committee, real estate described in this paragraph is agricultural land (as defined in section 9 of the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act of 1978 (7 U.S.C. 3508)) in the United States that is in close proximity (subject to subsection (a)(4)(C)(ii)) to a United States military installation or another facility or property of the United States Government that is—(A) sensitive for reasons relating to national security for purposes of subsection (a)(4)(B)(ii)(II)(bb); and(B) identified in regulations prescribed by the Committee.(3) Waiver.— The President may waive, on a case-by-case basis, the requirement to prohibit a transaction under paragraph (1) after the President determines and reports to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives that the waiver is in the national interest of the United States.(4) Covered foreign person defined.—(A) In general.— In this subsection, subject to regulations prescribed by the Committee, the term covered foreign person—(i) means any foreign person (including a foreign entity) that acts as an agent, representative, or employee of, or acts at the direction or control of, the government of a covered country; and(ii) does not include a United States citizen or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the United States.(B) Covered country defined.— For purposes of subparagraph (A), the term covered country means any of the following countries, if the country is determined to be a foreign adversary pursuant to section 791.4 of title 15, Code of Federal Regulations (or a successor regulation):(i) The People’s Republic of China.(ii) The Russian Federation.(iii) The Islamic Republic of Iran.(iv) The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4565)

  394. 38 U.S.C. 1724(f)(1)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 1077(a)

    (C) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, the Secretary shall furnish to veterans described in subparagraph (A), subject to agreements described in such subparagraph, telehealth benefits and mail order pharmacy benefits.

    The bill says: Section 1724(f)(1) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 1724)

  395. 38 U.S.C. 5503(d)(7)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1077(d)

    The bill says: Section 5503(d)(7) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking "November 30, 2031" and inserting "April 30, 2032".

    Bill text · Current law (38 U.S.C. 5503)

  396. 42 U.S.C. 405(r)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1079(a)

    (11) The Commissioner of Social Security shall, to the extent feasible, provide information furnished to the Commissioner under paragraph (1) to the agency operating the Do Not Pay working system described in section 3354(c) of title 31, United States Code, for the authorized uses of the Do Not Pay working system to help prevent improper payments of, and support the recovery of improperly paid, benefits or other payments through a cooperative arrangement with such agency, provided that the requirements of subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (3) are met with respect to such arrangement with such agency. The Commissioner of Social Security and the agency operating the Do Not Pay working system shall, while the data described in the preceding sentence is being provided to the agency operating the Do Not Pay working system, enter into an agreement based upon an agreed upon methodology, which covers the proportional share of State death data costs, which the Commissioner of Social Security and the agency operating the Do Not Pay working system may periodically review.(12) The Commissioner of Social Security may not record a death to a record that may be provided under this section for any individual unless the Commissioner of Social Security has found it has clear and convincing evidence to support that the individual should be presumed to be deceased.

    The bill says: Section 205(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 405(r)), as amended by section 801(a)(7) of title VIII of division FF of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116–260), is amended by striking paragraph (11) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 405)

  397. 42 U.S.C. 405(r)(7)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 1079(b)

    (C) notify any agency that has a cooperative arrangement with the Commissioner of Social Security under paragraph (3) or (11) of the error.

    The bill says: Section 205(r)(7) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 405(r)(7)), as added by section 801(a)(4) of title VIII of division FF of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Public Law 116–260), is amended by striking "and" at the end of subparagraph (A), by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (B) and inserting "; and", and by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 405)

  398. 12 U.S.C. 1795c(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1080

    The bill says: Section 304(b)(2) of the Federal Credit Union Act (12 U.S.C. 1795c(b)(2)) is amended by striking "all those credit unions" and inserting "any such credit unions".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1795c)

  399. 8 U.S.C. 1151(b)(1)a new sectionadded (F)by S. 2296 Sec. 1081

    (F) Aliens who—(i) are eligible for a visa under paragraph (1) or (3) of section 203(a); and(ii) have a parent (regardless of whether the parent is living or dead) who was naturalized pursuant to—(I) section 405 of the Immigration Act of 1990 (Public Law 101–649; 8 U.S.C. 1440 note); or(II) title III of the Act of October 14, 1940 (54 Stat. 1137, chapter 876), as added by section 1001 of the Second War Powers Act, 1942 (56 Stat. 182, chapter 199).

    The bill says: Section 201(b)(1) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1151(b)(1)) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text

  400. 34 U.S.C. 10701(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1091(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (4) through (10) as paragraphs (5) through (11), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10701)

  401. 34 U.S.C. 10701(a)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 1091(2)

    (4) Providing training and resources for first responders on the use of containment devices to prevent secondary exposure to fentanyl and other potentially lethal substances, and purchasing such containment devices for use by first responders.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (3) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10701)

  402. 34 U.S.C. 10261(a)(21)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1092

    The bill says: Section 1001(a)(21) of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10261(a)(21)) is amended by striking "2020 through 2024" and inserting "2025 through 2029".

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10261)

  403. 34 U.S.C. 21111(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "every second year" and inserting "every fourth year"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21111)

  404. 34 U.S.C. 21111changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(a)

    (c) Required contents of National Strategy.— The National Strategy established under subsection (a) shall include the following:(1) An analysis of current trends, challenges, and the overall magnitude of the threat of child exploitation.(2) An analysis of future trends and challenges, including new technologies, that will impact the efforts to combat child exploitation.(3) Goals and strategic solutions to prevent and interdict child exploitation, including—(A) plans for interagency coordination;(B) engagement with the judicial branches of the Federal Government and State governments;(C) legislative recommendations for combating child exploitation;(D) cooperation with international, State, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies; and(E) engagement with the private sector and other entities involved in efforts to combat child exploitation.(4) An analysis of Federal efforts dedicated to combating child exploitation, including—(A) a review of the policies and work of the Department of Justice and other Federal programs relating to the prevention and interdiction of child exploitation crimes, including training programs, and investigative and prosecution activity; and(B) a description of the efforts of the Department of Justice to cooperate and coordinate with, and provide technical assistance and support to, international, State, local, and Tribal law enforcement agencies and private sector and nonprofit entities with respect to child exploitation prevention and interdiction efforts.(5) An estimate of the resources required to effectively respond to child exploitation crimes at scale by—(A) each ICAC task force;(B) the Federal Bureau of Investigation, including investigators, forensic interviewers, and analysts of victims, witnesses, and forensics;(C) Homeland Security Investigations, including forensic interviewers and analysts of victims, witnesses, and forensics;(D) the United States Marshals Service;(E) the United States Secret Service;(F) the United States Postal Service;(G) the criminal investigative offices of the Department of Defense; and(H) any component of an agency described in this paragraph.(6) A review of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program, including—(A) the number of ICAC task forces and the location of each ICAC task force;(B) the number of trained personnel at each ICAC task force;(C) the amount of Federal grants awarded to each ICAC task force; and(D) an assessment of the Federal, State, and local cooperation with respect to each ICAC task force, including—(i) the number of arrests made by each ICAC task force;(ii) the number of criminal referrals to United States attorneys for prosecution;(iii) the number of prosecutions and convictions from the referrals described in clause (ii);(iv) the number, if available, of local prosecutions and convictions based on ICAC task force investigations; and(v) any other information determined by the Attorney General demonstrating the level of Federal, State, Tribal, and local coordination and cooperation.(7) An assessment of training needs for each ICAC task force and affiliated agencies.(8) An assessment of Federal investigative and prosecution activity relating to reported incidents of child exploitation crimes that include a number of factors, including—(A) the number of investigations, arrests, prosecutions, and convictions for a crime of child exploitation; and(B) the average sentence imposed and the statutory maximum sentence that could be imposed for each crime of child exploitation.(9) A review of all available statistical data indicating the overall magnitude of child pornography trafficking in the United States and internationally, including—(A) the number of foreign and domestic suspects observed engaging in accessing and sharing child pornography;(B) the number of tips or other statistical data from the CyberTipline of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and other data indicating the magnitude of child pornography trafficking; and(C) any other statistical data indicating the type, nature, and extent of child exploitation crime in the United States and abroad.

    The bill says: by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21111)

  405. 34 U.S.C. 21112(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(b)

    The bill says: by inserting ", Tribal, military," after "State"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21112)

  406. 34 U.S.C. 21112(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(b)

    The bill says: by striking "and child obscenity and pornography cases" and inserting "child obscenity and pornography cases, and the identification of child victims";

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21112)

  407. 34 U.S.C. 21112(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "consult with and consider" and all that follows through "track record of success." and inserting ", evaluate the task forces funded under the ICAC Task Force Program to determine if those task forces are operating in an effective manner.";

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21112)

  408. 34 U.S.C. 21112(b)(3)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(b)

    The bill says: by striking "establish a new task force" and inserting "establish a new or continue an existing task force"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21112)

  409. 34 U.S.C. 21112(b)(3)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(b)

    The bill says: by striking "state" and inserting "State"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21112)

  410. 34 U.S.C. 21112(b)(4)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(b)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "may" and inserting "shall";

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21112)

  411. 34 U.S.C. 21112(b)(4)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(b)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (B); and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21112)

  412. 34 U.S.C. 21112(b)(4)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (C) as subparagraph (B); and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21112)

  413. 34 U.S.C. 21112added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 1093(b)

    (c) Limited liability for ICAC task forces.—(1) In general.— Except as provided in paragraph (2), a civil claim or criminal charge against an ICAC task force established pursuant to this section and sections 103 and 104, including any law enforcement agency that participates on such a task force or a director, officer, employee, or agent of such a law enforcement agency, arising from the prioritization decisions with respect to leads related to Internet crimes against children described in section 104(8), may not be brought in any Federal or State court.(2) Intentional, reckless, or other misconduct.— Paragraph (1) shall not apply to a claim if the ICAC task force or law enforcement agency, or a director, officer, employee, or agent of that law enforcement agency—(A) engaged in intentional misconduct; or(B) acted, or failed to act—(i) with actual malice;(ii) with gross negligence or reckless disregard to a substantial risk of causing physical injury without legal justification; or(iii) for a purpose unrelated to the performance of any responsibility or function under section 104(8).(3) Rule of construction.— Nothing in this section shall be construed to—(A) create any independent basis of liability on behalf of, or any cause of action against—(i) an ICAC task force; or(ii) a law enforcement agency or a director, officer, employee, or agent of the law enforcement agency; or(B) expand any liability otherwise imposed, or limit any defense to that liability, otherwise available under Federal or State law.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21112)

  414. 34 U.S.C. 21113(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by inserting ", and the identification of child victims of those crimes" before the semicolon at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21113)

  415. 34 U.S.C. 21113(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by inserting "and prioritizing investigations that task force personnel, through the background, training and experience of those personnel and the consideration of all relevant circumstances, determine to be most likely to result in positive case outcomes and in the rescue of children" before the semicolon at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21113)

  416. 34 U.S.C. 21113(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(c)

    The bill says: by striking "and local law enforcement" and inserting "Tribal, military, and local law enforcement"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21113)

  417. 34 U.S.C. 21113(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(c)

    The bill says: by inserting ", including probation and parole agencies, child advocacy centers, and child protective services," after "enforcement agencies";

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21113)

  418. 34 U.S.C. 21113(8)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (8), by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21113)

  419. 34 U.S.C. 21113(9)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (9), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21113)

  420. 34 U.S.C. 21113added (10)by S. 2296 Sec. 1093(c)

    (10) educating the judiciary on—(A) the link between intrafamilial contact offenses and technology-facilitated crimes; and(B) characteristics of internet offenders, including the interest of online offenders in incest-themed material, sadism, and other related paraphilias or illegal activity.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21113)

  421. 34 U.S.C. 21114(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(d)

    The bill says: by inserting "reactive and" before "proactive";

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21114)

  422. 34 U.S.C. 21114(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(d)

    The bill says: by inserting "conduct digital" before "forensic examinations"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21114)

  423. 34 U.S.C. 21114(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(d)

    The bill says: by inserting "engage in" before "effective prosecutions";

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21114)

  424. 34 U.S.C. 21114changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(d)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (8) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21114)

  425. 34 U.S.C. 21114removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(d)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (9); and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21114)

  426. 34 U.S.C. 21114renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(d)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (10) and (11) as paragraphs (9) and (10), respectively.

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21114)

  427. 34 U.S.C. 21115(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(e)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "shall establish" and inserting "may establish";

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21115)

  428. 34 U.S.C. 21115(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(e)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "continue and build upon Operation Fairplay developed by the Wyoming Attorney General's office, which has established a secure, dynamic undercover infrastructure that has facilitated" and inserting "facilitate"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21115)

  429. 34 U.S.C. 21115(g)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(e)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (3);

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21115)

  430. 34 U.S.C. 21115(g)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(e)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (4) through (8) as paragraphs (3) through (7), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21115)

  431. 34 U.S.C. 21115(g)(7)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(e)

    The bill says: in paragraph (7), as so redesignated, by striking "1 representative" and inserting "2 representatives".

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21115)

  432. 34 U.S.C. 21116(a)(2)(B)(ii)(II)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(f)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2)(B)(ii)(II), by striking "Operation Fairplay,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21116)

  433. 34 U.S.C. 21116(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(f)

    (A) In general.— Not less than 20 percent of the total funds appropriated to carry out this section shall be distributed to support the ICAC Task Force Program through grants to—(i) provide training and technical assistance to members of the ICAC Task Force Program;(ii) maintain, enhance, research, and develop tools and technology to assist members of the ICAC Task Force Program;(iii) provide other support to the ICAC Task Force Program determined by the Attorney General;(iv) conduct research;(v) support the annual National Law Enforcement Training on Child Exploitation of the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention; and(vi) provide wellness training.

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (A) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21116)

  434. 34 U.S.C. 21116(d)(1)(B)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(f)

    The bill says: in clause (ii), by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21116)

  435. 34 U.S.C. 21116(d)(1)(B)(iii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(f)

    The bill says: in clause (iii), by striking ", including" and all that follows through "such crime under State law." and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21116)

  436. 34 U.S.C. 21116(d)(1)(B)added (iv)by S. 2296 Sec. 1093(f)

    (iv) the number of child victims identified.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21116)

  437. 34 U.S.C. 21116(d)(1)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(f)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (D); and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21116)

  438. 34 U.S.C. 21116(d)(1)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(f)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (E) through (G) as subparagraphs (D) through (F), respectively.

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21116)

  439. 34 U.S.C. 21117(a)(9)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (9), by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21117)

  440. 34 U.S.C. 21117(a)(10)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (10), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21117)

  441. 34 U.S.C. 21117(a)added (13)by S. 2296 Sec. 1093(g)

    (13) $70,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2028.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21117)

  442. 34 U.S.C. 21101changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(h)

    The bill says: The PROTECT Our Children Act of 2008 (34 U.S.C. 21101 et seq.) is amended by striking title II.

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21101)

  443. 18 U.S.C. 2258A(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1093(i)

    The bill says: Section 2258A(c) of title 18, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting "and all supplemental data included in the report" after "each report made under subsection (a)(1)".

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 2258A)

  444. 34 U.S.C. 10281added (p)by S. 2296 Sec. 1094(a)

    (p) Personal injury to retired law enforcement officer.—(1) Definition.— In this subsection, the term retired law enforcement officer means an individual who separated from service in good standing as a law enforcement officer in an official capacity at a public agency with or without compensation.(2) Eligibility.— A retired law enforcement officer shall be eligible for a benefit under this part if the officer died or became permanently and totally disabled as the direct and proximate result of a personal injury resulting from a targeted attack because of the retired law enforcement officer’s service as a law enforcement officer.

    The bill says: Section 1201 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10281) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10281)

  445. 34 U.S.C. 10381added (q)by S. 2296 Sec. 1095(a)

    (q) COPS Strong Communities Program.—(1) Definitions.— In this subsection:(A) Eligible entity.— The term eligible entity means—(i) an institution of higher education, as defined in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001), that, in coordination or through an agreement with a local law enforcement agency, offers a law enforcement training program; or(ii) a local law enforcement agency that offers a law enforcement training program.(B) Local law enforcement agency.— The term local law enforcement agency means an agency of a State, unit of local government, or Indian Tribe that is authorized by law or by a government agency to engage in or supervise the prevention, detection, investigation, or prosecution of any violation of criminal law.(2) Grants.— The Attorney General may use amounts otherwise appropriated to carry out this section for a fiscal year (beginning with fiscal year 2025) to make competitive grants to local law enforcement agencies to be used for officers and recruits to attend law enforcement training programs at eligible entities if the officers and recruits agree to serve in law enforcement agencies in their communities.(3) Eligibility.— To be eligible for a grant through a local law enforcement agency under this subsection, each officer or recruit described in paragraph (2) shall—(A) serve as a full-time law enforcement officer for a total of not fewer than 4 years during the 8-year period beginning on the date on which the officer or recruit completes a law enforcement training program for which the officer or recruit receives benefits;(B) complete the service described in subparagraph (A) in a local law enforcement agency located within—(i) 7 miles of the residence of the officer or recruit where the officer or recruit has resided for not fewer than 5 years; or(ii) if the officer or recruit resides in a county with fewer than 150,000 residents, within 20 miles of the residence of the officer or recruit where the officer or recruit has resided for not fewer than 5 years; and(C) submit to the eligible entity providing a law enforcement training program to the officer or recruit evidence of employment of the officer or recruit in the form of a certification by the chief administrative officer of the local law enforcement agency where the officer or recruit is employed.(4) Repayment.—(A) In general.— If an officer or recruit does not complete the service described in paragraph (3), the officer or recruit shall submit to the local law enforcement agency an amount equal to any benefits the officer or recruit received through the local law enforcement agency under this subsection.(B) Regulations.— The Attorney General shall promulgate regulations that establish categories of extenuating circumstances under which an officer or recruit may be excused from repayment under subparagraph (A).

    The bill says: Section 1701 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10381) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10381)

  446. 34 U.S.C. 10101added XVIby S. 2296 Sec. 1096(b)

    XVI Civil law enforcement task grants.—3061 Definitions.— In this part:(1) Civilian law enforcement task.— The term civilian law enforcement task—(A) includes—(i) assisting in homicide investigations;(ii) assisting in carjacking investigations;(iii) assisting in financial crimes investigations;(iv) assisting in compliance with reporting requirements;(v) reviewing camera footage;(vi) crime scene analysis;(vii) forensics analysis; and(viii) providing expertise in computers, computer networks, information technology, or the internet; and(B) does not include the ability to make arrests or use force under the color of law.(2) Eligible entity.— The term eligible entity means a State, local, Tribal, or territorial law enforcement agency that certifies that retired law enforcement personnel hired using amounts from a grant under this part—(A) have appropriate and reasonably current training and experience to effectively carry out the tasks described in section 3062(a); or(B) will participate in appropriate continuing education programs to satisfy subparagraph (A).3062 Grants authorized.—(a) In general.— The Attorney General may award grants to eligible entities for the purpose of hiring retired personnel from law enforcement agencies to—(1) train civilian employees of the eligible entity on civilian law enforcement tasks that can be performed on behalf of a law enforcement agency; and(2) perform civilian law enforcement tasks on behalf of the eligible entity.(b) Disciplinary records.—(1) In general.— An eligible entity receiving a grant under subsection (a) shall make a good faith effort to determine whether a retired law enforcement officer seeking to be hired by the eligible entity using amounts from a grant under this part has a disciplinary record or an internal investigation record by—(A) conducting a search of the National Decertification Index; or(B) requesting the personnel record of the retired law enforcement officer from each law enforcement agency that employed the retired law enforcement officer.(2) Hiring determinations.— Before making any hiring determination, the highest ranking law enforcement officer of an eligible entity receiving a grant under subsection (a) or a designee of that law enforcement officer shall review any findings of misconduct that arise as a result of a search or request conducted pursuant to paragraph (1).3063 Accountability provisions.—(a) In general.— A grant awarded under this part shall be subject to the accountability requirements of this section.(b) Audit requirement.—(1) Definition.— In this subsection, the term unresolved audit finding means a finding in a final audit report of the Inspector General of the Department of Justice that an audited grantee has used grant funds for an unauthorized expenditure or otherwise unallowable cost that is not closed or resolved within 12 months from the date when the final audit report is issued.(2) Audits.— Beginning in the first fiscal year beginning after the date of enactment of the Retired Law Enforcement Officers Continuing Service Act, and in each fiscal year thereafter, the Inspector General of the Department of Justice shall conduct audits of recipients of grants under this part to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse of funds by grantees. The Inspector General of the Department of Justice shall determine the appropriate number of grantees to be audited each year.(3) Mandatory exclusion.— A recipient of grant funds under this part that is found to have an unresolved audit finding shall not be eligible to receive grant funds under this part during the first 2 fiscal years beginning after the end of the 12-month period described in paragraph (1).(4) Priority.— In awarding grants under this part, the Attorney General shall give priority to eligible entities that did not have an unresolved audit finding during the 3 fiscal years before submitting an application for a grant under this part.(c) Annual certification.— Beginning in the fiscal year during which audits commence under subsection (b)(2), the Attorney General shall submit to the Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the Committee on the Judiciary and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives an annual certification—(1) indicating whether—(A) all audits issued by the Office of the Inspector General of the Department of Justice under subsection (b) have been completed and reviewed by the appropriate Assistant Attorney General or Director; and(B) all mandatory exclusions required under subsection (b)(3) have been issued; and(2) that includes a list of any grant recipients excluded under subsection (b)(3) from the previous year.(d) Preventing duplicative grants.—(1) In general.— Before the Attorney General awards a grant to an eligible entity under this part, the Attorney General shall compare potential grant awards with other grants awarded by the Attorney General to determine if grant awards are or have been awarded for a similar purpose.(2) Report.— If the Attorney General awards grants to the same applicant for a similar purpose, the Attorney General shall submit to the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate and the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives a report that includes—(A) a list of all such grants awarded, including the total dollar amount of any such grants awarded; and(B) the reason the Attorney General awarded multiple grants to the same applicant for a similar purpose.

    The bill says: Title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10101 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10101)

  447. 34 U.S.C. 10202added (d)by S. 2296 Sec. 1097

    (d) Trauma kits.—(1) Definition.— In this subsection, the term trauma kit means a first aid response kit, which includes a bleeding control kit that can be used for controlling a life-threatening hemorrhage.(2) Requirement for trauma kits.—(A) In general.— Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a grantee may only purchase a trauma kit using funds made available under this part if the trauma kit meets the performance standards established by the Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance under paragraph (3)(A).(B) Authority to separately acquire.— Nothing in subparagraph (A) shall prohibit a grantee from separately acquiring the components of a trauma kit and assembling complete trauma kits that meet the performance standards.(3) Performance standards and optional agency best practices.— Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance, in consultation with organizations representing trauma surgeons, emergency medical response professionals, emergency physicians, other medical professionals, relevant law enforcement agencies of States and units of local government, professional law enforcement organizations, local law enforcement labor or representative organizations, and law enforcement trade associations, shall—(A) develop and publish performance standards for trauma kits that are eligible for purchase using funds made available under this part that, at a minimum, require the components described in paragraph (4) to be included in a trauma kit; and(B) develop and publish optional best practices for law enforcement agencies regarding—(i) training law enforcement officers in the use of trauma kits;(ii) the deployment and maintenance of trauma kits in law enforcement vehicles; and(iii) the deployment, location, and maintenance of trauma kits in law enforcement agency or other government facilities.(4) Components.— The components of a trauma kit described in this paragraph are—(A) a tourniquet recommended by the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care;(B) a bleeding control bandage;(C) a pair of nonlatex protective gloves and a pen-type marker;(D) a pair of blunt-ended scissors;(E) instructional documents developed—(i) under the "Stop the Bleed" national awareness campaign of the Department of Homeland Security, or any successor thereto;(ii) by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma;(iii) by the American Red Cross; or(iv) by any partner of the Department of Defense;(F) a bag or other container adequately designed to hold the contents of the kit; and(G) any additional trauma kit supplies that—(i) are approved by a State, local, or Tribal law enforcement agency or first responders;(ii) can adequately treat a traumatic injury; and(iii) can be stored in a readily available kit.

    The bill says: Section 521 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10202) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10202)

  448. 34 U.S.C. 10281added (q)by S. 2296 Sec. 1098(a)

    (q) Exposure-Related cancers.—(1) Definitions.— In this subsection:(A) Carcinogen.— The term carcinogen means an agent that is—(i) classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer under Group 1 or Group 2A; and(ii) reasonably linked to an exposure-related cancer.(B) Director.— The term Director means the Director of the Bureau.(C) Exposure-related cancer.— As updated from time to time in accordance with paragraph (3), the term exposure-related cancer means—(i) bladder cancer;(ii) brain cancer;(iii) breast cancer;(iv) cervical cancer;(v) colon cancer;(vi) colorectal cancer;(vii) esophageal cancer;(viii) kidney cancer;(ix) leukemia;(x) lung cancer;(xi) malignant melanoma;(xii) mesothelioma;(xiii) multiple myeloma;(xiv) non-Hodgkins lymphoma;(xv) ovarian cancer;(xvi) prostate cancer;(xvii) skin cancer;(xviii) stomach cancer;(xix) testicular cancer;(xx) thyroid cancer;(xxi) any form of cancer that is considered a WTC-related health condition under section 3312(a) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300mm–22(a)); and(xxii) any form of cancer added to this definition pursuant to an update in accordance with paragraph (3).(2) Personal injury sustained in the line of duty.—(A) In general.— Subject to subparagraph (B), as determined by the Bureau, the exposure of a public safety officer to a carcinogen shall be presumed to constitute a personal injury within the meaning of subsection (a) or (b) sustained in the line of duty by the officer and directly and proximately resulting in death or permanent and total disability, if—(i) the exposure occurred while the public safety officer was engaged in line of duty action or activity;(ii) the public safety officer began serving as a public safety officer not fewer than 5 years before the date of the diagnosis of the public safety officer with an exposure-related cancer;(iii) the public safety officer was diagnosed with the exposure-related cancer not more than 15 years after the public safety officer’s last date of active service as a public safety officer; and(iv) the exposure-related cancer directly and proximately results in the death or permanent and total disability of the public safety officer.(B) Exception.— The presumption under subparagraph (A) shall not apply if competent medical evidence establishes that the exposure of the public safety officer to the carcinogen was not a substantial contributing factor in the death or disability of the public safety officer.(3) Additional exposure-related cancers.—(A) In general.— From time to time but not less frequently than once every 3 years, the Director shall—(i) review the definition of exposure-related cancer under paragraph (1); and(ii) if appropriate, update the definition, in accordance with this paragraph—(I) by rule; or(II) by publication in the Federal Register or on the public website of the Bureau.(B) Basis for updates.—(i) In general.— The Director shall make an update under subparagraph (A)(ii) in any case in which the Director finds such an update to be appropriate based on competent medical evidence of significant risk to public safety officers of developing the form of exposure-related cancer that is the subject of the update from engagement in their public safety activities.(ii) Evidence.— The competent medical evidence described in clause (i) may include recommendations, risk assessments, and scientific studies by—(I) the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health;(II) the National Toxicology Program;(III) the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine; or(IV) the International Agency for Research on Cancer.(C) Petitions to add to the list of exposure-related cancers.—(i) In general.— Any person may petition the Director to add a form of cancer to the definition of "exposure-related cancer" under paragraph (1).(ii) Content of petition.— A petition under clause (i) shall provide information to show that there is sufficient competent medical evidence of significant risk to public safety officers of developing the cancer from engagement in their public safety activities.(iii) Timely and substantive decisions.—(I) Referral.— Not later than 180 days after receipt of a petition satisfying clause (ii), the Director shall refer the petition to appropriate medical experts for review, analysis (including risk assessment and scientific study), and recommendation.(II) Consideration.— The Director shall consider each recommendation under subclause (I) and promptly take appropriate action in connection with the recommendation pursuant to subparagraph (B).(iv) Notification to congress.— Not later than 30 days after taking any substantive action in connection with a recommendation under clause (iii)(II), the Director shall notify the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate and the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives of the substantive action.

    The bill says: Section 1201 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. 10281), as amended by section 1094 of this Act, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10281)

  449. 34 U.S.C. 10231(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1098(b)

    The bill says: in the first sentence, by striking "furnished under this title by any person and identifiable to any specific private person" and inserting "furnished under any law to any component of the Office of Justice Programs, or furnished otherwise under this title, by any entity or person, including any information identifiable to any specific private person,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10231)

  450. 34 U.S.C. 10231(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1098(b)

    The bill says: in the second sentence, by striking "person furnishing such information" and inserting "entity or person furnishing such information or to whom such information pertains".

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10231)

  451. 34 U.S.C. 10281(o)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1098(c)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by inserting "or (b)" after "subsection (a)";

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10281)

  452. 34 U.S.C. 10281(o)(2)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1098(c)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by inserting "or (b)" after "subsection (a)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10281)

  453. 34 U.S.C. 10281(o)(2)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1098(c)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by inserting "or (b)" after "subsection (a)".

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10281)

  454. 34 U.S.C. 10281added (d)by S. 2296 Sec. 1098(d)

    (d) Definition.— In this section, the term line of duty action includes any action—(1) in which a public safety officer engaged at the direction of the agency served by the public safety officer; or(2) the public safety officer is authorized or obligated to perform.

    The bill says: Section 3 of the Safeguarding America’s First Responders Act of 2020 (34 U.S.C. 10281 note) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 10281)

  455. 16 U.S.C. 1826ichangedby S. 2296 Sec. 1094

    (c) IUU vessel list.—(1) In general.— The Secretary, in coordination with the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Labor, and the heads of other relevant agencies, shall develop, maintain, and make public a list of foreign vessels, foreign fleets, and beneficial owners of foreign vessels or foreign fleets engaged in IUU fishing or fishing-related activities in support of IUU fishing (referred to in this section as the "IUU vessel list").(2) Inclusion on list.— The IUU vessel list shall include any foreign vessel, foreign fleet, or beneficial owner of a foreign vessel or foreign fleet for which the Secretary determines there is clear and convincing evidence to believe that a foreign vessel is any of the following (even if the Secretary has only partial information regarding the vessel):(A) A vessel listed on an IUU vessel list of an international fishery management organization.(B) A vessel knowingly taking part in fishing that undermines the effectiveness of an international fishery management organization’s conservation and management measures, including a vessel—(i) exceeding applicable international fishery management organization catch limits; or(ii) that is operating inconsistent with relevant catch allocation arrangements of the international fishery management organization, even if operating under the authority of a foreign country that is not a member of the international fishery management organization.(C) A vessel, either on the high seas or in the exclusive economic zone of another country, identified and reported by United States authorities to an international fishery management organization to be conducting IUU fishing when the United States has reason to believe the foreign country to which the vessel is registered or documented is not addressing the allegation.(D) A vessel, fleet, or beneficial owner of a vessel or fleet on the high seas identified by United States authorities to be conducting IUU fishing.(E) A vessel that knowingly provides services (excluding emergency or enforcement services) to a vessel that is on the IUU vessel list, including transshipment, resupply, refueling, or pilotage.(F) A vessel that is a fishing vessel engaged in commercial fishing within the exclusive economic zone of the United States without a permit issued under title II of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1821 et seq.).(G) A vessel that has the same beneficial owner as another vessel on the IUU vessel list at the time of the infraction.(3) Nominations to be put on the IUU vessel list.— The Secretary may receive nominations for putting a vessel on the IUU vessel list from—(A) the head of an executive branch agency that is a member of the Interagency Working Group on IUU Fishing established under section 3551 of the Maritime SAFE Act (16 U.S.C. 8031);(B) a country that is a member of the Combined Maritime Forces; or(C) civil organizations that have data-sharing agreements with a member of the Interagency Working Group on IUU Fishing.(4) Procedures for addition.—(A) In general.— The Secretary may put a vessel on the IUU vessel list only after notification to the vessel’s beneficial owner and a review of any information that the owner provides within 90 days of the notification.(B) Hearing.— A beneficial owner may request a hearing on the evidence if the owner's vessel is placed on the IUU vessel list under subparagraph (A) and may present new evidence to the Interagency Working Group on IUU Fishing described in paragraph (3)(A). Such Working Group shall review the new evidence and vote on whether the vessel shall remain on the IUU vessel list or not.(5) Public information.— The Secretary shall publish its procedures for adding vessels on, and removing vessels from, the IUU vessel list. The Secretary shall publish the IUU vessel list itself in the Federal Register annually and on a website, which shall be updated any time a vessel is added to the IUU vessel list, and include the following information (as much as is available and confirmed) for each vessel on the IUU vessel list:(A) The name of the vessel and previous names of the vessel.(B) The International Maritime Organization (IMO) number of the vessel, or other Unique Vessel Identifier (such as the flag state permit number or authorized vessel number issued by an international fishery management organization).(C) The maritime mobile service identity number and call sign of the vessel.(D) The business or corporate address of each beneficial owner of the vessel.(E) The country where the vessel is registered or documented, and where it was previously registered if known.(F) The date of inclusion on the IUU vessel list of the vessel.(G) Any other Unique Vessel Identifier (UVI), if applicable.(H) Any other identifying information on the vessel, as determined appropriate by the Secretary.(I) The basis for the Secretary’s inclusion of the vessel on the IUU vessel list under paragraph (2).(d) Action.— The Secretary may take the action described in subsection (c)(2) of this section in effect on the day before the date of enactment of the Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests Act of 2025 against a vessel on the IUU vessel list, the owner of such vessel, and the operator of such vessel.(e) Permanency of IUU vessel list.—(1) In general.— Except as provided in paragraph (3), a vessel, fleet, or beneficial owner of a vessel or fleet that is put on the IUU vessel list shall remain on the IUU vessel list.(2) Application by owner for potential removal.—(A) In general.— In consultation with the Secretary of State and the heads of other relevant agencies, the Secretary may remove a vessel, fleet, or beneficial owner of a vessel or fleet from the IUU vessel list if the beneficial owner of the vessel submits an application for removal to the Secretary that meets the standards that the Secretary has set out for removal. The Secretary shall make such standards publicly available.(B)

    The bill says: Section 608 of the High Seas Driftnet Fishing Moratorium Protection Act (16 U.S.C. 1826i) is amended by striking subsections (c) and (d) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 1826i)

  456. 16 U.S.C. 8031(c)(13)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1098(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (13), by striking "and" after the semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 8031)

  457. 16 U.S.C. 8031(c)(14)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1098(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (14), by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 8031)

  458. 16 U.S.C. 8031(c)added (15)by S. 2296 Sec. 1098(a)

    (15) developing a strategy for leveraging enforcement capacity against IUU fishing, particularly focusing on nations identified under section 609(a) of the High Seas Driftnet Fishing Moratorium Protection Act (16 U.S.C. 1826j(a)); and(16) developing a strategy for leveraging enforcement capacity against associated abuses, such as fishing that involves the use of forced labor and other illegal labor practices, and increasing relevant enforcement, using as resources—(A) the List of Goods Produced by Child Labor or Forced Labor produced pursuant to section 105 of the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2005 (22 U.S.C. 7112);(B) the Trafficking in Persons Report required under section 110 of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (22 U.S.C. 7107);(C) United States Customs and Border Protection’s Forced Labor Division and enforcement activities and regulations authorized under section 307 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1307); and(D) reports submitted under the Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2020 (Public Law 116–145).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 8031)

  459. 16 U.S.C. 8032changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1099

    (c) Strategies to optimize data collection, sharing, and analysis.— Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of the Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests Act of 2025, the Working Group shall identify information and resources to prevent fish and fish products from IUU fishing and fishing that involves the use of forced labor from negatively affecting United States commerce without increasing burdens on seafood not produced from IUU fishing. The report shall include the following:(1) Identification of relevant data streams collected by Working Group members.(2) Identification of legal, jurisdictional, or other barriers to the sharing of such data.(3) In consultation with the Secretary of Defense, recommendations for joint enforcement protocols, collaboration, and information sharing between Federal agencies and States.(4) Recommendations for sharing and developing forensic resources between Federal agencies and States.(5) Recommendations for enhancing capacity to conduct more effective field investigations and enforcement efforts with U.S. state enforcement officials.(6) Recommendations for improving data collection and automated risk-targeting of seafood.(7) Recommendations for the dissemination of IUU fishing and fishing that involves the use of forced labor analysis and information to those governmental and non-governmental entities that could use it for action and awareness, with the aim to establish an IUU fishing information sharing center.(8) Recommendations for an implementation strategy, including measures for ensuring that seafood not linked to IUU fishing and fishing that involves the use of forced labor is not affected.(9) An analysis of the IUU fishing policies and regulatory regimes of other countries in order to develop policy and regulatory alternatives for United States consideration.

    The bill says: Section 3552 of the Maritime SAFE Act (16 U.S.C. 8032) is amended by adding at the end:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 8032)

  460. 16 U.S.C. 8031added (d)by S. 2296 Sec. 1099C(c)

    (d) The impacts of IUU fishing and fishing involving the use of forced labor.—(1) In general.— The Administrator, in consultation with relevant members of the Working Group, shall seek to enter into an arrangement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine under which the National Academies will undertake a multifaceted study that includes the following:(A) An analysis that quantifies the occurrence and extent of IUU fishing and fishing involving the use of forced labor among all flag states.(B) An evaluation of the costs to the United States economy of IUU fishing and fishing involving the use of forced labor.(C) An assessment of the costs to the global economy of IUU fishing and fishing involving the use of forced labor.(D) An assessment of the effectiveness of response strategies to counter IUU fishing, including both domestic programs and foreign capacity-building and partnering programs.(2) Authorization of appropriations.— There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection $2,000,000.

    The bill says: Section 3551 of the Maritime SAFE Act (16 U.S.C. 8031) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 8031)

  461. 33 U.S.C. 1131(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1099D(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "for fiscal year 2025" and inserting "for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2031"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1131)

  462. 33 U.S.C. 1131(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1099D(2)

    The bill says: in the paragraph heading, by striking "for fiscal years 2021 through 2025"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1131)

  463. 33 U.S.C. 1131(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1099D(2)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "fiscal years 2021 through 2025" and inserting "fiscal years 2026 through 2031".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1131)

  464. 10 U.S.C. 2200h(8)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1104(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (8), by inserting ", in accordance with subsection (b)" before the period;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2200h)

  465. 10 U.S.C. 2200hchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 1104(2)

    The bill says: by striking "In establishing" and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2200h)

  466. 10 U.S.C. 2200hadded (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 1104(3)

    (b) Hiring authority.—(1) Students.— The head of a Department of Defense organization that partners with the program may, without regard to the provisions of subchapter I of chapter 33 of title 5, noncompetitively appoint a member of the program to a position in such organization for a term of one year, renewable for not more than a total of four one-year terms.(2) Graduates.—(A) In general.— The head of an organization described in paragraph (1) may—(i) renew the appointment a successful graduate of the program serving a one-year term under such paragraph until such graduate is appointed to a permanent position in such organization, except that the appointment may not be renewed for more than a total of four one-year terms; and(ii) noncompetitively appoint the graduate from a one-year term appointment renewed under clause (i) into a vacant position in the competitive or excepted service of the Department.(B) Level.— The position of a graduate in a term or permanent position described in subparagraph (A) shall be at the level of GS–9 of the General Schedule or an equivalent level for which the participant is qualified, without regard to any minimum time-in-grade or time-based experience requirements.(C) Limit.— The authority under this section may not be used for more than 60 graduates of the program in any calendar year.(3) Sunset.— The authority under this subsection shall terminate on December 31, 2029.(4) Reports.—(A) In general.— Not later than January 31, 2026, and annually thereafter until January 31, 2030, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the use of the authority under this subsection.(B) Elements.— Each report required by subparagraph (A) shall include the following:(i) The number of graduates of the program for which the authority under this section was used in the prior year.(ii) An identification of the Department of Defense organizations that used the authority to appoint graduates of the program under paragraph (2)(ii).(C) Appropriate congressional committees defined.— In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means—(i) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and(ii) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2200h)

  467. 10 U.S.C. 1746(e)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1105

    The bill says: Section 1746(e)(3) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "term" each place it appears and inserting "tenure".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1746)

  468. 10 U.S.C. 1580(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1106(a)

    The bill says: Section 1125(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (10 U.S.C. 1580 note prec.) is amended by inserting ", including to Navy Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Conversion, and Repair positions" after "Facilities Base".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1580)

  469. 10 U.S.C. 1599frewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1107(a)

    1599f. Cyber workforce recruitment and retention.—(a) General authority.—(1) In general.— The Secretary of Defense may—(A) establish, as positions in the excepted service, such qualified positions in the Department of Defense as the Secretary considers necessary to carry out the cyber mission of the Department and are not in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System, including—(i) positions in the Defense Digital Executive Service established under subsection (c); and(ii) Defense Digital Senior Level positions designated under subsection (d);(B) carry out a program of personnel management authority provided in subsection (b) in order to facilitate recruitment of eminent experts in cyber for the Department; and(C) implement an interagency transfer agreement between qualified positions in the excepted service established under this section and positions in the competitive service in the Department, including the military departments.(2) Applicability.— Unless explicitly provided otherwise by law, the authority of the Secretary under this section applies without regard to any other provision of law relating to the appointment, number, classification, or compensation of employees that the Secretary determines is incompatible with the approach to talent management under this section.(b) Personnel management authority.—(1) In general.— The Secretary may—(A) without regard to any provision of title 5 governing the appointment of employees in the civil service, appoint individuals to qualified positions established under subsection (a)(1); and(B) subject to paragraphs (2) and (3), fix the compensation of employees appointed under subparagraph (A).(2) Rates of basic pay.— The Secretary—(A) shall fix the rates of basic pay for employees appointed under paragraph (1)(A)—(i) with the rates of pay provided for employees in comparable positions in the Federal Government; and(ii) subject to the same limitations on maximum rates of pay established for such employees by statute or regulation; and(B) may prescribe the rates of basic pay for employees appointed under paragraph (1)(A) at rates not in excess of a rate equal to 150 percent of the maximum rate of basic pay authorized for positions at Level I of the Executive Schedule under section 5312 of title 5.(3) Additional compensation.—(A) In general.— Subject to subparagraph (C), the Secretary may, with respect to an employee appointed under paragraph (1)(A), other than such an employee receiving the maximum rate of basic pay prescribed under paragraph (2)(B), provide the employee compensation (in addition to basic pay), including payments, benefits, sabbaticals, incentives, awards, and allowances—(i) in accordance with relevant provisions of other laws, including provisions of title 5;(ii) consistent with, and not in excess of the level authorized for, comparable positions in the Federal Government; and(iii) to the extent compatible with the approach to talent management under this section.(B) Allowances.— An employee appointed under paragraph (1)(A) shall be eligible for an allowance under section 5941 of title 5, in addition to such basic pay, on the same basis and at least to the same extent as if the employee was an employee covered by such section, including eligibility conditions, allowance rates, and all other terms and conditions in statute or regulation.(C) Maximum amount of additional compensation.— No additional compensation may be provided to an employee under this paragraph in any calendar year if, or to the extent that, the employee’s total annual compensation in such calendar year will exceed the maximum amount of total annual compensation payable at the salary set in accordance with section 104 of title 3.(c) Defense Digital Executive Service.— The Secretary may establish a Defense Digital Executive Service for positions established under subsection (a)(1)(A)(i) that are comparable to Senior Executive Service positions.(d) Defense Digital Senior Level positions.— The Secretary may designate as a Defense Digital Senior Level position any defense cyber position that, as determined by the Secretary—(1) is classified above the grade of GG–15 of the excepted service;(2) does not satisfy functional or program management criteria for being designated as a position in the Defense Digital Executive Service; and(3) has no more than minimal supervisory responsibilities.(e) Two-year probationary period.— The probationary period for all employees hired under the authority provided by this section shall be two years.(f) Incumbents of existing competitive service positions.—(1) In general.— An individual occupying a position on the date of the enactment of this section that is selected to be converted to a position in the excepted service under this section shall have the right to refuse such conversion.(2) Position conversion.— After the date on which an individual who refuses a conversion under paragraph (1) stops serving in the position selected to be converted, the position shall be converted to a position in the excepted service.(g) Implementation plan; effective date of authority.—(1) In general.— The authority provided by this section shall become effective 30 days after the date on which the Secretary submits to the congressional defense committees a plan for the implementation of such authority.(2) Elements.— The plan described in paragraph (1) shall include the following:(A) An assessment of the current scope of the positions covered by the authority provided by subsection (a).(B) A plan for the use of the authority.(C) An assessment of the anticipated workforce needs for the cyber mission of the Department across the future-years defense program.(D) Other matters as appropriate.(h) Collective bargaining agreements.— Nothing in subsection (a) may be construed to impair the continued effectiveness of a collective bargaining agreement with respect to an office, component, subcomponent, or equiv

    The bill says: Section 1599f of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1599f)

  470. 10 U.S.C. 321(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1201(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "or other security forces" and inserting ", or other security forces that perform a similar function,";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 321)

  471. 10 U.S.C. 321(a)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1201(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 321)

  472. 10 U.S.C. 321(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1201(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (2) and (3), respectively.

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 321)

  473. 10 U.S.C. 321changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1201(a)

    The bill says: Section 321 of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in the section heading, by inserting "and exercises" after "Training".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 321)

  474. Public Law 117-81repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 1201(b)

    The bill says: Section 1332 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (Public Law 117–81; 135 Stat. 2007; 10 U.S.C. 301 note) is repealed.

    Bill text

  475. 10 U.S.C. 342(f)(3)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1202

    The bill says: Section 342(f)(3)(A) of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in the first sentence, by striking "from a developing country".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 342)

  476. 10 U.S.C. 352(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1203(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "may" and inserting "shall"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 352)

  477. 10 U.S.C. 352(e)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 1203(2)

    (3) Tuition fees charged for personnel who attend the School may not include any amount for the fixed costs of operating and maintaining the School.

    The bill says: in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 352)

  478. Public Law 118-159removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1204

    The bill says: Section 1208 of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159) is amended by striking subsection (i).

    Bill text

  479. 10 U.S.C. 333(a)added (10)by S. 2296 Sec. 1208(1)

    (10) Disaster risk reduction or response operations.(11) Space domain awareness and space operations.(12) Foreign internal defense operations.

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 333)

  480. 10 U.S.C. 333(g)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1208(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (g)(2), by striking "made".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 333)

  481. 10 U.S.C. 333changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1209(1)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by inserting "and the Pacific Islands" before the period;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 333)

  482. 10 U.S.C. 333(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1209(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (e), by striking "2027" and inserting "2029"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 333)

  483. 10 U.S.C. 333(f)(2)added (F)by S. 2296 Sec. 1209(3)

    (F) Each member country of the Pacific Islands Forum.

    The bill says: in subsection (f)(2), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 333)

  484. Public Law 110-181(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1211(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2026,"; and

    Bill text

  485. Public Law 110-181(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1211(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (d)(1), by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2026".

    Bill text

  486. 10 U.S.C. 113removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1212(1)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (c);

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  487. 10 U.S.C. 113(d)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1212(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (d), by striking "fiscal year 2025" and inserting "fiscal year 2026"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  488. 10 U.S.C. 113renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1212(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (d) through (h) as subsections (c) through (g), respectively.

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  489. Public Law 113-291(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1213(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2026"; and

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  490. Public Law 113-291(l)(3)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1213(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (l)(3)(E), by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2026".

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  491. Public Law 113-291(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1214(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2026";

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  492. Public Law 113-291removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1214(2)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (g);

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  493. Public Law 113-291renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1214(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (h) through (o) as subsections (g) through (n), respectively;

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  494. Public Law 113-291(i)(1)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1214(4)

    The bill says: in subsection (i)(1)(C), as redesignated, by striking "subsection (l)(2)" and inserting "subsection (k)(2)";

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  495. Public Law 113-291(k)(2)(B)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1214(5)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B)(ii), by striking "subsection (j)(1)(C)" and inserting "subsection (i)(1)(C)"; and

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  496. Public Law 113-291(k)(2)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1214(5)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by striking "subsection (k)" and inserting "subsection (j)"; and

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  497. Public Law 113-291(n)(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1214(6)

    The bill says: in subsection (n)(6), as redesignated, by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2026".

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  498. 22 U.S.C. 2151(a)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1215(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "with Syria and Iraq"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  499. 22 U.S.C. 2151(a)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1215(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "with Syria";

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  500. 22 U.S.C. 2151(c)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1215(2)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (1); and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  501. 22 U.S.C. 2151(c)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1215(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (2) through (4) as paragraphs (1) through (3), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  502. 22 U.S.C. 2151(h)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1215(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (h), by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2027".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  503. Public Law 102-1repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 1219(a)

    The bill says: The Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution (Public Law 102–1; 105 Stat. 3; 50 U.S.C. 1541 note) is hereby repealed.

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  504. Public Law 107-243repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 1219(b)

    The bill says: The Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002 (Public Law 107–243; 116 Stat. 1498; 50 U.S.C. 1541 note) is hereby repealed.

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  505. Public Law 117-263(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1221

    The bill says: Section 1245(a) of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117–263; 136 Stat. 2847) is amended by striking ‘‘or 2025’’ and inserting "2025, or 2026".

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  506. Public Law 116-283(g)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1222

    The bill says: Section 1234(g) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 134 Stat. 3938) is amended by striking "January 31, 2026" and inserting "January 31, 2031".

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  507. Public Law 114-92(c)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1223(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (6) as paragraph (5); and

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  508. Public Law 114-92(c)added (6)by S. 2296 Sec. 1223(1)

    (6) Availability of funds for programs across fiscal years.— Amounts available in a fiscal year to carry out the authority in subsection (a) may be used for programs under that authority that begin in such fiscal year and end not later than the end of the second fiscal year thereafter.(7) Authority for interchange of supplies and services.— The limitation in subsection (b)(2) of section 2571 of title 10, United States Code, shall not apply with respect to reimbursable support for the purpose of providing assistance under this section.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraphs (6) and (7):

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  509. Public Law 114-92(f)added (11)by S. 2296 Sec. 1223(2)

    (11) For fiscal year 2026, $500,000,000.

    The bill says: in subsection (f), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

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  510. Public Law 114-92(h)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1223(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (h), by striking "December 31, 2026" and inserting "December 31, 2028".

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  511. Public Law 114-92added (k)by S. 2296 Sec. 1226

    (k) Accepting equipment back into stock.—(1) In general.— Equipment procured to carry out this authority pursuant to subsection (a) may only be treated as stocks of the Department of Defense if—(A) the equipment procured has not yet been transferred to the Government of Ukraine and is no longer needed to support a program carried out pursuant to such subsection; or(B) the equipment procured has been transferred to the Government of Ukraine and is returned by Ukraine to the United States.(2) Notification.— The Secretary may not transfer back into stock equipment described in paragraph (1) until the date that is 15 days after the date on which the Secretary submits a notification to Congress describing how the conditions of such paragraph were met.

    The bill says: Section 1250 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114–92; 129 Stat. 1068) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

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  512. Public Law 118-31rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1230A(a)

    1250 United States basing and training in North Atlantic Treaty Organization member countries.— In considering decisions related to United States military basing and training in North Atlantic Treaty Organization member countries, the Secretary of Defense shall include among the factors for consideration whether the country concerned has submitted its annual plan to meet, and has made progress toward, the goal agreed to in the Hague Summit Declaration of June 25, 2025, to invest not less than 5 percent of gross domestic product annually in defense by 2035, of which—(1) not less than 3.5 percent is dedicated to core defense requirements and North Atlantic Treaty Organization capability targets; and(2) not less than 1.5 percent is dedicated to other defense and security related investments.

    The bill says: Section 1250 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118–31; 137 Stat. 464; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended to read as follows:

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  513. Public Law 118-31changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1230A(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents for the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118–31; 137 Stat. 136) is amended by striking the item relating to section 1250 and inserting the following:

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  514. Public Law 118-31changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1230A(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents at the beginning of title XII of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118–31; 137 Stat. 435) is amended by striking the item relating to section 1250 and inserting the following:

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  515. 10 U.S.C. 113(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1231(a)

    The bill says: by striking "the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025" and inserting "the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  516. 10 U.S.C. 113(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1231(a)

    The bill says: by striking "fiscal year 2025" and inserting "fiscal year 2026".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 113)

  517. Public Law 116-283(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1232

    The bill says: Section 1253(b) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 134 Stat. 3955) is amended by striking "fiscal year 2025" and inserting "fiscal year 2026".

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  518. Public Law 118-159(b)(1)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1236(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (V) as subparagraph (W);

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  519. Public Law 118-159(b)(1)added (V)by S. 2296 Sec. 1236(1)

    (V) Medical equipment, supplies, and related combat casualty care capabilities.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (U) the following new subparagraph (V):

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  520. Public Law 118-159(b)(1)(W)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1236(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (W), as redesignated, by striking "(U)" and inserting "(V)"; and

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  521. Public Law 118-159(b)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1236(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (J) as subparagraph (K);

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  522. Public Law 118-159(b)(2)added (J)by S. 2296 Sec. 1236(2)

    (J) Medical equipment, supplies, and related combat casualty care capabilities.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (I) the following new subparagraph (J):

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  523. Public Law 118-159(b)(2)(K)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1236(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (K), as redesignated, by striking "(I)" and inserting "(J)".

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  524. Public Law 106-65(b)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1241(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (6); and

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  525. Public Law 106-65(b)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 1241(2)

    (5) The military and security strategy of the People’s Republic of China on the Tibetan Plateau, including with respect to risks posed by political and regional conflicts, resource control and water-related resource conflicts, and infrastructure development.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (4) the following new paragraph (5):

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  526. Public Law 118-159(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1244

    The bill says: Section 1314(c) of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159) is amended by striking "December 31, 2027" and inserting "December 31, 2030".

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  527. Public Law 116-283(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1245(1)

    The bill says: by striking "The Secretary" and inserting the following:

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  528. Public Law 116-283(b)(3)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 1245(2)

    (B) Review of entities on other lists.— The Secretary shall review, for inclusion in each annual revision under subparagraph (A) of the list required by paragraph (1), each entity added, during the year preceding preparation of the revision of the list, to any other list maintained by the United States Government of Chinese entities subject to restrictions or scrutiny relating to concerns about their activities or affiliations.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

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  529. Public Law 116-283(g)(2)(B)(i)(I)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1246(a)

    The bill says: Section 1260H(g)(2)(B)(i)(I) of the William M. "Mac" Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended to read as follows:

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  530. Public Law 118-31(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1252(1)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading, by striking "Pilot program for"; and

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  531. Public Law 118-31(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1252(1)

    The bill says: by striking "may" and inserting "shall"; and

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  532. Public Law 118-31removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1252(2)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (f).

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  533. 22 U.S.C. 8606(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1255(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(4), by striking "$50,000,000" and inserting "$80,000,000"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 8606)

  534. 22 U.S.C. 8606(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1255(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (f), by striking "December 31, 2026" and inserting "December 31, 2028".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 8606)

  535. 22 U.S.C. 8606(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1256(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(4), by striking "$55,000,000" and inserting "$75,000,000"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 8606)

  536. 22 U.S.C. 8606(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1256(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (f), by striking "December 31, 2026" and inserting "December 31, 2028".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 8606)

  537. Public Law 118-159(b)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1259(c)

    (b) Foreign Military Sales Continuous Process Improvement Board.—(1) Establishment.— The Secretary of Defense shall establish a Foreign Military Sales Continuous Process Improvement Board (in this section referred to as the "Board") to serve as an enduring governance structure within the Department of Defense that reports to the Secretary on matters relating to the foreign military sales process so as to enhance accountability and continuous improvement within the Department, including the objectives of—(A) improving the understanding, among officials of the Department, of ally and partner requirements;(B) enabling efficient reviews for release of technology;(C) providing ally and partner countries with relevant priority equipment;(D) accelerating acquisition and contracting support;(E) expanding the capacity of the defense industrial base;(F) working with other departments and agencies to promote broad United States Government support; and(G) any other matters determined by the Secretary to be relevant to the Board.(2) Membership.—(A) In general.— The Board shall be composed of not fewer than 7 members, each of whom shall have expertise in security cooperation, security assistance, defense acquisition, business process reform, or any disciplines the Secretary determines to be important to the functioning of the Board.(B) Certain members.—(i) In general.— Of the members of the Board, 3 such members shall be individuals who are not—(I) officers or employees of the Department of Defense;(II) members of the United States Armed Forces; or(III) registered as a foreign agent or registered lobbyists.(ii) Clearance.— Each member of the Board described in this subparagraph shall be appropriately cleared for security risks.(3) Inapplicability of FACA.— The Board shall not be subject to chapter 10 of title 5, United States Code (commonly referred to as the "Federal Advisory Committee Act").(4) Sunset.— This subsection shall terminate on December 31, 2030.

    The bill says: Section 1210(b) of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159) is amended to read as follows:

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  538. 10 U.S.C. 342(b)(2)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1262(b)

    The bill says: Section 342(b)(2)(D) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "Africa Center for Strategic Studies" and inserting "James M. Inhofe Center for Africa Security Studies".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 342)

  539. 10 U.S.C. 2611(a)(2)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1262(b)

    The bill says: Section 2611(a)(2)(D) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "Africa Center for Strategic Studies" and inserting "James M. Inhofe Center for Africa Security Studies".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2611)

  540. 22 U.S.C. 10010(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1262(b)

    The bill says: Section 1270A(b)(1) of the Sudan Democratic Transition, Accountability, and Fiscal Transparency Act of 2020 (22 U.S.C. 10010(b)(1)) is amended by striking "Africa Center for Strategic Studies" and inserting "James M. Inhofe Center for Africa Security Studies".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 10010)

  541. 10 U.S.C. 408(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1264

    The bill says: Section 408(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting ", and procure goods and services from," after "assistance to".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 408)

  542. 22 U.S.C. 9601renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1271(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (1), (2), (3), and (4) as paragraphs (2), (5), (6), and (7), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9601)

  543. 22 U.S.C. 9601added (1)by S. 2296 Sec. 1271(2)

    (1) Advancing income country.— The term advancing income country, with respect to a fiscal year for the Corporation, means a country the gross national income per capita of which at the start of such fiscal year is—(A) greater than the World Bank threshold for initiating the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development graduation process; and(B) is equal to or less than the per capita income threshold for classification as a high-income economy (as defined by the World Bank).

    The bill says: by inserting before paragraph (2), as so redesignated, the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9601)

  544. 22 U.S.C. 9601added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 1271(3)

    (3) Country of concern.— The term country of concern means any of the following countries:(A) The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.(B) The Republic of Cuba.(C) The Democratic People’s Republican of Korea.(D) The Islamic Republic of Iran.(E) The People’s Republic of China.(F) The Russian Federation.(G) Belarus.(4) High-income country.— The term high-income country, with respect to a fiscal year for the Corporation, means a country with a high-income economy (as defined by the World Bank) at the start of such fiscal year.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2), as so redesignated, the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9601)

  545. 22 U.S.C. 9601changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1271(4)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (5), as so redesignated, and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9601)

  546. 22 U.S.C. 9612(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1272(1)

    The bill says: by striking "and countries in transition from nonmarket to market economies" and inserting "countries in transition from nonmarket to market economies, and other eligible foreign countries"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9612)

  547. 22 U.S.C. 9612(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1272(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "and national security" after "foreign policy"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9612)

  548. 22 U.S.C. 9612changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1272(2)

    (c) Eligible countries.—(1) Less developed country focus.— The Corporation shall prioritize the provision of support under title II in less developed countries.(2) Advancing income countries.— The Corporation may provide support for a project under title II in an advancing income country if, before providing such support, the Chief Executive Officer certifies in writing to the appropriate congressional committees, that such support will be provided in accordance with the policy established pursuant to subsection (d)(2). Such certification may be included as an appendix to the report required by section 1446.(3) High-income countries.—(A) In general.— The Corporation may provide support for a project under title II in a high-income country if, before providing such support, the Chief Executive Officer certifies in writing to the appropriate congressional committees that such support will be provided in accordance with the policy established pursuant to subsection (d)(3). Such certification may be included as an appendix to the report required by section 1446.(B) Report.— Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of the DFC Modernization and Reauthorization Act of 2025, and annually thereafter, the Corporation shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report, which may be submitted in classified or confidential form, that includes—(i) a list of all high-income countries in which the Corporation anticipates providing support in the subsequent fiscal year (and, with respect to the first such report, the then-current fiscal year); and(ii) to the extent practicable, a description of the type of projects anticipated to receive such support.(C) Projects in high-income countries not previously identified in report.— The Corporation may not provide support for a project in a high-income country in any year for which that high-income country is not included on the list required by subparagraph (B)(i), unless, not later than 15 days before final management approval, the Corporation consults with and submits to the appropriate congressional committees a notification describing how the proposed project advances the foreign policy interests of the United States.(d) Strategic investments policy.—(1) In general.— The Board shall establish policies, which shall be applied on a project-by-project basis, to evaluate and determine the strategic merits of providing support for projects and investments in advancing income countries and high-income countries.(2) Investment policy for advancing income countries.— Any policy used to evaluate and determine the strategic merits of providing support for projects in an advancing income country shall require that such projects—(A) advance—(i) the national security interests of the United States in accordance with United States foreign policy, as determined by the Secretary of State; or(ii) significant strategic economic competitiveness imperatives;(B) are designed in a manner to produce significant developmental outcomes or provide developmental impacts to the poorest populations of such country; and(C) are structured in a manner that maximizes private capital mobilization.(3) Investment policy for high-income countries.— Any policy used to evaluate and determine the strategic merits of providing support for projects in high-income countries shall require that—(A) each such project meets the requirements described in paragraph (2);(B) with respect to each project in a high-income country—(i) private sector entities have been afforded an opportunity to support the project on viable terms in place of support by the Corporation; and(ii) such support does not exceed more than 25 percent of the total cost of the project;(C) with respect to support for all projects in all high-income countries, the aggregate amount of such support does not exceed 8 percent of the total contingent liability of the Corporation outstanding as of the date on which any such support is provided in a high-income country; and(D) the Chief Executive Officer submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report, which may be submitted as an appendix to a report required by section 1446, that—(i) certifies that the Corporation has applied the policy to each supported project in a high-income country; and(ii) describes whether such support—(I) is a preferred alternative to state-directed investments by a foreign country of concern; or(II) otherwise furthers the strategic interest of the United States to counter or limit the influence of foreign countries of concern.(e) Ineligible countries.— The Corporation shall not provide support for a project in a country of concern.(f) Sense of Congress.— It is the sense of Congress that—(1) the Corporation should continuously operate in a manner that advances its core mission and purposes, as described in this title; and(2) resources of the Corporation should not be diverted for domestic or other activities extending beyond the scope of such mission and purpose.

    The bill says: by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9612)

  549. 22 U.S.C. 9613(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1273

    The bill says: Section 1413(a) of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9613(a)) is amended by inserting "a Chief Strategic Investment Officer," after "Chief Development Officer,".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  550. 22 U.S.C. 9613(b)(2)(A)(iii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1274(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2)(A)(iii), by striking "5 individuals" each place it appears and inserting "3 individuals"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  551. 22 U.S.C. 9613(b)added (6)by S. 2296 Sec. 1274(1)

    (6) Sunshine Act compliance.— Meetings of the Board are subject to section 552b of title 5, United States Code (commonly referred to as the "Government in the Sunshine Act").

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  552. 22 U.S.C. 9613changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1274(2)

    (c) Public hearings.— The Board shall—(1) hold at least 2 public hearings each year in order to afford an opportunity for any person to present views with respect to whether—(A) the Corporation is carrying out its activities in accordance with this division; and(B) any support provided by the Corporation under title II in any country should be suspended, expanded, or extended;(2) as necessary and appropriate, provide responses to the issues and questions discussed during each such hearing following the conclusion of the hearing;(3) post the minutes from each such hearing on a website of the Corporation and, consistent with applicable laws related to privacy and the protection of proprietary business information, the responses to issues and questions discussed in the hearing; and(4) implement appropriate procedures to ensure the protection from unlawful disclosure of the proprietary information submitted by private sector applicants marked as business confidential information unless—(A) the party submitting the confidential business information waives such protection or consents to the release of the information; or(B) to the extent some form of such protected information may be included in official documents of the Corporation, a nonconfidential form of the information may be provided, in which the business confidential information is summarized or deleted in a manner that provides appropriate protections for the owner of the information.

    The bill says: by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  553. 22 U.S.C. 9613(d)(3)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1275

    (3) Relationship to Board.— The Chief Executive Officer shall—(A) report to and be under the direct authority of the Board; and(B) take input from the Board when assessing the performance of the Chief Risk Officer, established pursuant to subsection (f), the Chief Development Officer, established pursuant to subsection (g), and the Chief Strategic Investment Officer, established pursuant to subsection (h).

    The bill says: Section 1413(d)(3) of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9613(d)(3)) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  554. 22 U.S.C. 9613(f)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1276(1)

    The bill says: by striking "who—" and inserting "who shall be removable only by a majority vote of the Board."; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  555. 22 U.S.C. 9613(f)(1)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1276(1)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B); and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  556. 22 U.S.C. 9613(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1276(2)

    (2) Duties and responsibilities.— The Chief Risk Officer shall—(A) report directly to the Chief Executive Officer;(B) support the risk committee of the Board established under section 1441 in carrying out its responsibilities as set forth in subsection (b) of that section, including by—(i) developing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive framework and process for identifying, assessing, and monitoring risk;(ii) developing a transparent risk management framework designed to evaluate risks to the Corporation’s overall portfolio, giving due consideration to the policy imperatives of ensuring investment and regional diversification of the Corporation’s overall portfolio;(iii) assessing the Corporation’s overall risk tolerance, including recommendations for managing and improving the Corporation’s risk tolerance and regularly advising the Board on recommended steps the Corporation may take to responsibly increase risk tolerance; and(iv) regularly collaborating with the Chief Development Officer and the Chief Strategic Investments Officer to ensure the Corporation’s overall portfolio is appropriately balancing risk tolerance with development and strategic impact.

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  557. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "in development" in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) and all that follows through "shall be" subparagraph (B) and inserting "in international development and development finance, who shall be"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  558. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: in the paragraph heading, by inserting "and responsibilities" after "duties";

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  559. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), and (F) as subparagraphs (D), (E), (F), (G), (H), and (I), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  560. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)added (A)by S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    (A) advise the Chief Executive Officer and the Deputy Chief Executive Officer on international development policy matters and report directly to the Chief Executive Officer;(B) in addition to the Chief Executive Officer and the Deputy Chief Executive Officer, represent the Corporation in interagency meetings and processes relating to international development;(C) work with other relevant Federal departments and agencies to identify projects that advance United States international development interests;

    The bill says: by inserting before subparagraph (D), as so redesignated, the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  561. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), as so redesignated, by striking "United States Government" and all that follows and inserting "Federal departments and agencies, including by directly liaising with the relevant members of United States country teams serving overseas, to ensure that such Federal departments, agencies, and country teams have the training and awareness necessary to fully leverage the Corporation’s development tools overseas;";

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  562. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: by striking "under the guidance of the Chief Executive Officer,";

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  563. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: by inserting "the development impact of Corporation transactions, including" after "evaluating"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  564. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: by striking "United States Government" and inserting "Federal";

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  565. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (F), as so redesignated, and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  566. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)(G)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (G), as so redesignated, by inserting "manage the reporting responsibilities of the Corporation under" after "1442(b) and";

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  567. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)(H)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (H), as so redesignated, by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  568. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)(I)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: by striking "subsection (i)" and inserting "subsection (j)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  569. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)(I)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    The bill says: by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  570. 22 U.S.C. 9613(g)(2)added (J)by S. 2296 Sec. 1277(2)

    (J) oversee implementation of the Corporation’s development impact strategy and work to ensure development impact at the transaction level and portfolio-wide;(K) foster and maintain relationships both within and external to the Corporation that enhance the capacity of the Corporation to achieve its mission to advance United States international development policy and interests;(L) coordinate within the Corporation to ensure United States international development policy and interests are considered together with the Corporation’s foreign policy and national security goals; and(M) coordinate with other Federal departments and agencies to explore investment opportunities that bring evidence-based, cost effective development innovations to scale in a manner that can be sustained by markets.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  571. 22 U.S.C. 9613renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1278(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (h) and (i) as subsections (i) and (j), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  572. 22 U.S.C. 9613added (h)by S. 2296 Sec. 1278(2)

    (h) Chief Strategic Investment Officer.—(1) Appointment.— Subject to the approval of the Board, the Chief Executive Officer shall appoint a Chief Strategic Investment Officer, from among individuals with experience in United States national security matters and foreign investment, who shall be removable only by a majority vote of the Board.(2) Duties.— The Chief Strategic Investment Officer shall—(A) advise the Chief Executive Officer and the Deputy Chief Executive Officer on national security and foreign policy matters and report directly to the Chief Executive Officer;(B) in addition to the Chief Executive Officer and the Deputy Chief Executive Officer, represent the Corporation in interagency meetings and processes relating to United States national security and foreign policy;(C) coordinate efforts to develop the Corporation’s strategic investment initiatives—(i) to counter predatory state-directed investment and coercive economic practices of adversaries of the United States;(ii) to preserve the sovereignty of partner countries; and(iii) to advance economic growth and national security through the highest standards of transparency, accessibility, and competition;(D) provide input into the establishment of performance measurement frameworks and reporting on development outcomes of strategic investments, consistent with sections 1442 and 1443;(E) work with other relevant Federal departments and agencies to identify projects that advance United States national security and foreign policy priorities, including by complementing United States domestic investments in critical and emerging technologies;(F) manage employees of the Corporation that are dedicated to ensuring that the Corporation’s activities advance United States national security and foreign policy interests, including through—(i) long-term strategic planning;(ii) issue and crisis management;(iii) the advancement of strategic initiatives; and(iv) strategic planning on how the Corporation’s foreign investments may complement United States domestic production of critical and emerging technologies;(G) foster and maintain relationships both within and external to the Corporation that enhance the capacity of the Corporation to achieve its mission to advance United States national security and foreign policy interests; and(H) collaborate with the Chief Development Officer to ensure United States national security interests are considered together with the Corporation’s development policy goals.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (g) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  573. 22 U.S.C. 9613(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1279(1)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  574. 22 U.S.C. 9613(i)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1279(2)

    The bill says: by striking "50" and inserting "70"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  575. 22 U.S.C. 9613(i)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1279(2)

    The bill says: by inserting ", and such positions shall be reserved for individuals meeting the expert qualifications established by the Corporation’s qualification review board" after "United States Code"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  576. 22 U.S.C. 9613(i)(2)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1279(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), by inserting ", provided that no such officer or employee may be compensated at a rate exceeding level II of the Executive Schedule" after "respectively"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  577. 22 U.S.C. 9613(i)(3)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1279(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3)(C) by striking "subsection (i)" and inserting "subsection (j)".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  578. 22 U.S.C. 9613(j)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1280(1)

    (1) In general.— There is established a Development Advisory Finance Council (in this subsection referred to as the "Council") that shall advise the Board and the Congressional Strategic Advisory Group established by subsection (k) on the development priorities and objectives of the Corporation.(2) Membership.— Members of the Council shall be appointed by the Board, on the recommendation of the Chief Executive Officer, and shall be composed of not more than 9 members broadly representative of nongovernmental organizations, think tanks, advocacy organizations, foundations, private industry, and other institutions engaged in international development finance, of whom not fewer than 5 members shall be experts from the international development and humanitarian assistance sector.

    The bill says: by striking paragraphs (1) and (2) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  579. 22 U.S.C. 9613(j)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1280(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  580. 22 U.S.C. 9613(j)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 1280(3)

    (4) Board meetings.— The Board shall meet with the Council at least twice each year and engage directly with the Board on its recommendations to improve the policies and practices of the Corporation to achieve the development priorities and objectives of the Corporation.(5) Administration.— The Board shall—(A) prioritize maintaining the full membership and composition of the Council;(B) inform the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives when a vacancy of the Council occurs, including the date that the vacancy occurred; and(C) for any vacancy on the Council that remains for 120 days or more, submit a report to the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives explaining why a vacancy is not being filled and provide an update on progress made toward filling such vacancy, including a reasonable estimation for when the Board expects to have the vacancy filled.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (3) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  581. 22 U.S.C. 9613added (k)by S. 2296 Sec. 1281

    (k) Congressional Strategic Advisory Group.—(1) Establishment.— Not later than 90 days after the enactment of the DFC Modernization and Reauthorization Act of 2025, there shall be established a Congressional Strategic Advisory Group (referred to in this subsection as the "Group"), which shall meet not less frequently than annually, including after the budget of the President submitted under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, for a fiscal year.(2) Composition.— The Group shall be composed of the following:(A) The Chief Executive Officer.(B) The Chief Development Officer.(C) The Chief Strategic Investment Officer.(D) The Strategic Advisors of the Senate, as described in paragraph (3)(A).(E) The Strategic Advisors of the House of Representatives, as described in paragraph (3)(B).(3) Strategic advisors of the Senate and the House of Representatives.—(A) Strategic Advisors of the Senate.—(i) Establishment.— There is established a group to be known as the "Strategic Advisors of the Senate".(ii) Composition.— The group established by clause (i) shall be composed of the following:(I) The chair of the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, who shall serve as chair of the Strategic Advisors of the Senate.(II) The ranking member of the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, who shall serve as vice-chair of the Strategic Advisors of the Senate.(III) Not more than 6 additional individuals who are members of the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, designated by the chair, with the consent of the ranking member.(B) Strategic Advisors of the House of Representatives.—(i) Establishment.— There is established a group to be known as the "Strategic Advisors of the House of Representatives".(ii) Composition.— The group established by clause (i) shall be composed of the following:(I) The chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives, who shall serve as chair of the Strategic Advisors of the House.(II) The ranking member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives, who shall serve as vice-chair of the Strategic Advisors of the House.(III) Not more than 6 additional individuals who are members of the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives, designated by the chair, with the consent of the ranking member.(4) Objectives.— The Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Development Officer, and the Chief Strategic Investment Officer of the Corporation shall consult with the Strategic Advisors of the Senate and the Strategic Advisors of the House of Representatives established under paragraph (3) in order to solicit and receive congressional views and advice on the strategic priorities and investments of the Corporation, including—(A) the challenges presented by adversary countries to the national security interests of the United States and strategic objectives of the Corporation’s investments;(B) priority regions, countries, and sectors that require focused consideration for strategic investment;(C) the priorities and trends pursued by similarly-situated development finance institutions of friendly nations, including opportunities for partnerships, complementarity, or co-investment;(D) evolving methods of financing projects, including efforts to partner with public sector and private sector institutional investors;(E) institutional or policy changes required to improve efficiencies within the Corporation; and(F) potential legislative changes required to improve the Corporation’s performance in meeting strategic and development imperatives.(5) Meetings.—(A) Times.— The chair and the vice-chair of the Strategic Advisors of the Senate and the chair and the vice-chair of the Strategic Advisors of the House of Representatives shall determine the meeting times of the Group, which may be arranged separately or on a bicameral basis by agreement.(B) Agenda.— Not later than 7 days before each meeting of the Group, the Chief Executive Officer shall submit a proposed agenda for discussion to the chair and the vice-chair of each strategic advisory group referred to in subparagraph (A).(C) Questions.— To ensure a robust flow of information, members of the Group may submit questions for consideration before any meeting. A question submitted orally or in writing shall receive a response not later than 15 days after the conclusion of the first meeting convened wherein such question was asked or submitted in writing.(D) Classified setting.— At the request of the Chief Executive Officer or the chair and vice-chair of a strategic advisory group established under paragraph (3), business of the Group may be conducted in a classified setting, including for the purpose of protecting business confidential information and to discuss sensitive information with respect to foreign competitors.

    The bill says: Section 1413 of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9613) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  582. 22 U.S.C. 9613added (l)by S. 2296 Sec. 1282(a)

    (l) Biennial Strategic Priorities Plan.—(1) Plan required.— Based upon guidance received from the Group established pursuant to section 1413(k), the Chief Executive Officer shall develop a Strategic Priorities Plan, which shall provide—(A) guidance for the Corporation’s strategic investments portfolio and the identification and engagement of priority strategic investment sectors and regions of importance to the United States; and(B) justifications for the certifications of such investments in accordance with section 1412(c).(2) Evaluations.— The Strategic Priorities Plan should determine the objectives and goals of the Corporation’s strategic investment portfolio by evaluating economic, security, and geopolitical dynamics affecting United States strategic interests, including—(A) determining priority countries, regions, sectors, and related administrative actions;(B) plans for the establishment of regional offices outside of the United States;(C) identifying countries where the Corporation’s support—(i) is necessary;(ii) would be the preferred alternative to state-directed investments by foreign countries of concern; or(iii) otherwise furthers the strategic interests of the United States to counter or limit the influence of foreign countries of concern;(D) evaluating the interest and willingness of potential private finance institutions and private sector project implementers to partner with the Corporation on strategic investment projects; and(E) identifying bilateral and multilateral project finance partnership opportunities for the Corporation to pursue with United States partner and ally countries.(3) Revisions.— At any time during the relevant period, the Chief Executive Officer may request to convene a meeting of the Congressional Strategic Advisory Group for the purpose of discussing revisions to the Strategic Priorities Plan.(4) Transparency.— The Chief Executive Officer shall publish, on a website of the Corporation—(A) descriptions of entities that may be eligible to apply for support from the Corporation;(B) procedures for applying for products offered by the Corporation; and(C) any other appropriate guidelines and compliance restrictions with respect to designated strategic priorities.

    The bill says: Section 1413 of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9613) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  583. 22 U.S.C. 9613added (m)by S. 2296 Sec. 1283

    (m) Report on the feasibility of establishing a development finance education program at the foreign service institute.—(1) In general.— Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of the DFC Modernization and Reauthorization Act of 2025, the Secretary of State, acting through the Director of the Foreign Service Institute and in collaboration with the Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation, shall conduct a review and submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the utility of establishing elective training classes or programs on development finance within the School of Professional and Area Studies for all levels of the foreign service.(2) Elements.— The report required by paragraph (1) shall include a description of how a proposed class would be structured to ensure an appropriate level of training in development finance, including descriptions of—(A) the potential benefits and challenges of development finance as a component of United States foreign policy in promoting development outcomes and in promoting United States interests in advocating for the advancement of free-market principles;(B) the operations of the Corporation, generally, and a comparative analysis of similarly situated development finance institutions, both bilateral and multilateral;(C) how development finance can further the foreign policies of the United States, generally;(D) the anticipated foreign service consumers of any proposed classes on development finance;(E) the resources that may be required to establish such training classes, including through the use of detailed staff from the Corporation or temporary fellows brought in from the development finance community; and(F) other relevant issues, as determined by the Secretary of State and the Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation determines appropriate.

    The bill says: Section 1413 of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9613) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  584. 22 U.S.C. 9613added (n)by S. 2296 Sec. 1284

    (n) Internships.—(1) In general.— The Chief Executive Officer shall establish the Development Finance Corporation Student Internship Program (referred to in this subsection as the "Program") to offer internship opportunities at the Corporation to eligible individuals to provide important professional development and work experience opportunities and raise awareness among future development and international finance professionals of the career opportunities at the Corporation and to supply important human capital for the implementation of the Corporation’s critically important development finance tools.(2) Eligibility.— An individual is eligible to participate in the Program if the applicant—(A) is a United States citizen;(B) is enrolled at least half-time at—(i) an institution of higher education (as such term is defined in section 102(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1002(a))); or(ii) an institution of higher education based outside the United States, as determined by the Secretary of State; and(C) satisfies such other qualifications as established by the Chief Executive Officer.(3) Selection.— The Chief Executive Officer shall establish selection criteria for individuals to be admitted into the Program that includes a demonstrated interest in a career in international relations and international economic development policy.(4) Compensation.—(A) Housing assistance.— The Chief Executive Officer may provide housing assistance to an eligible individual participating in the Program whose permanent address is within the United States if the location of the internship in which such individual is participating is more than 50 miles away from such individual’s permanent address.(B) Travel assistance.— The Chief Executive Officer shall provide to an eligible individual participating in the Program, whose permanent address is within the United States, financial assistance that is sufficient to cover the travel costs of a single round trip by air, train, bus, or other appropriate transportation between the eligible individual’s permanent address and the location of the internship in which such eligible individual is participating if such location is—(i) more than 50 miles from the eligible individual’s permanent address; or(ii) outside of the United States.(5) Voluntary participation.—(A) In general.— Nothing in this section may be construed to compel any individual who is a participant in an internship program of the Corporation to participate in the collection of the data or divulge any personal information. Such individuals shall be informed that any participation in data collection under this subsection is voluntary.(B) Privacy protection.— Any data collected under this subsection shall be subject to the relevant privacy protection statutes and regulations applicable to Federal employees.(6) Special hiring authority.— Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Chief Executive Officer, in consultation with the Director of the Office of Personnel Management, with respect to the number of interns to be hired under this subsection each year, may—(A) select, appoint, and employ individuals for up to 1 year through compensated internships in the excepted service; and(B) remove any compensated intern employed pursuant to subparagraph (A) without regard to the provisions of law governing appointments in the competitive excepted service.(7) Availability of appropriations.— Internships offered and compensated by the Corporation under this subsection shall be funded solely by available amounts appropriated after the date of the enactment of the DFC Modernization and Reauthorization Act of 2025 to the Corporate Capital Account established under section 1434.

    The bill says: Section 1413 of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9613) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9613)

  585. 22 U.S.C. 9614added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 1285

    (c) Consolidation of functions.— Not later than 90 days after enactment of the DFC Modernization and Reauthorization Act of 2025, the Board shall submit a report to the appropriate congressional committees describing any efficiencies that may be gained through the consolidation of functions of the independent accountability mechanism under the authorities of the Office of the Inspector General of the Corporation under section 1414. The report shall include an outline as to how the Inspector General of the Corporation would develop an internal environmental, social, and governance expertise to adequately replace the independent accountability mechanism’s environmental, social, and governanceexpertise.

    The bill says: Section 1415 of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9614) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9614)

  586. 22 U.S.C. 9621(c)added (7)by S. 2296 Sec. 1286(a)

    (7) Corporate Equity Investment Account.—(A) Establishment.— There is established in the Treasury of the United States a fund to be known as the "Development Finance Corporate Equity Investment Account" (referred to in this division as the "Equity Investment Account"), which shall be administered by the Corporation as a revolving account to carry out the purposes of this section.(B) Purpose.— The Corporation shall—(i) manage the Equity Investment Account in ways that demonstrate a commitment to pursuing catalytic investments in less developed countries in accordance with section 1412(c)(1) and paragraph (1); and(ii) collect data and information about the use of the Equity Investment Account to inform the Corporation’s record of returns on investments and reevaluation of equity investment subsidy rates prior to the termination of the authorities provided under this title.(C) Authorization of appropriations.— There is authorized to be appropriated to the Equity Investment Account $3,000,000,000 for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.(D) Offsetting collections and funds.— Earnings and proceeds from the sale or redemption of, and fees, credits, and other collections from, the equity investments of the Corporation under the Equity Investment Account shall be retained and deposited into the Fund and shall remain available to carry out this subsection without fiscal year limitation without further appropriation.(E) Impact Quotient.— The Corporation shall ensure that at least 25 percent of its obligations from funds authorized to be appropriated under subparagraph (C) or otherwise made available for the Fund for Corporation projects are rated as highly impactful on the Impact Quotient assessment developed pursuant to section 1442(b)(1).

    The bill says: Section 1421(c) of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9621(c)), is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9621)

  587. 22 U.S.C. 9621(c)(3)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1286(b)

    The bill says: Section 1421(c)(3) of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9621(c)(3)), is amended in subparagraph (C) by inserting ", localized workforces, and partner country economic security" after "markets".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9621)

  588. 22 U.S.C. 9621changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1287

    (f) Special projects and programs.— The Corporation may administer and manage special projects and programs in support of specific transactions undertaken by the Corporation —(1) for the provision of post-investment technical assistance for existing projects of the Corporation, including programs of financial and advisory support that provides private technical, professional, or managerial assistance in the development of Human Resources, skills, technology, or capital savings; or(2) subject to the nondelegable review and approval of the Board, to create holding companies or investment funds where the Corporation is the general partner, to provide international support that advance both the development objectives and foreign policy interests outlined in the purposes of this division if, not later than 30 days prior to entering into an agreement or other arrangement to provide support pursuant to this section, the Chief Executive Officer—(A) notifies the appropriate congressional committees; and(B) includes in the notification required by subparagraph (A) a certification that such support—(i) is designed to meet an exigent need that is critical to the national security interests of the United States; and(ii) could not otherwise be secured utilizing the authorities under this section.

    The bill says: Section 1421 of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9621) is amended by striking subsection (f) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9621)

  589. 22 U.S.C. 9622(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1288(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9622)

  590. 22 U.S.C. 9622added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 1288(2)

    (c) Best practices To prevent usurious or abusive lending by intermediaries.—(1) The Corporation shall ensure that terms, conditions, penalties, rules for collections practices, and other finance administration policies that govern Corporation-backed lending, guarantees and other financial instruments through intermediaries are consistent with industry best practices and the Corporation’s rules with respect to direct lending to its clients.(2) The Corporation shall develop required truth in lending rules, guidelines, and related implementing policies and practices to govern secondary lending through intermediaries and shall report such policies and practices to the appropriate committees not later than 180 days of enactment of the DFC Modernization and Reauthorization Act of 2025, with annual updates, as needed, thereafter.(3) In developing such policies and practices required by paragraph (2), the Corporation shall—(A) take into account any particular vulnerabilities faced by potential applicants or recipients of micro-lending and other forms of micro-finance;(B) develop and apply, generally, rules and terms to ensure Corporation-backed lending through an intermediary does not carry excessively punitive or disproportionate penalties for customers in default;(C) ensure that such policies and practices include effective safeguards to prevent usurious or abusive lending by intermediaries, including in the provision of microfinance; and(D) ensure the intermediary includes in any lending contract an appropriate level of financial literacy to the borrower, including—(i) disclosures that fully explain to the customer both lender and customer rights and obligations under the contract in language that is accessible to the customer;(ii) the specific loan terms and tenure of the contract;(iii) any procedures and potential penalties or forfeitures in case of default;(iv) information on privacy and personal data protection; and(v) any other policies that the Corporation determines will further the goal of an informed borrower.(4) The Corporation shall establish appropriate auditing mechanisms to oversee and monitor secondary lending, provided through intermediaries in partner countries in each annual report to Congress required under paragraph (2), a summary of the results of such audits.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9622)

  591. 22 U.S.C. 9624(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1289

    The bill says: Section 1424(a) of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9624) is amended by striking "the date of the enactment of this Act" and inserting "December 31, 2031".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9624)

  592. 22 U.S.C. 9631added (e)by S. 2296 Sec. 1290

    (e) Sense of Congress.— It is the sense of Congress that—(1) the Corporation is obligated to consult with and collect input from current employees, on plans to substantially reorganize the Corporation prior to implementation of such plan; and(2) the Corporation should consider preference, experience and, when relevant, seniority, when reassigning existing employees to new areas of work.

    The bill says: Section 1431 of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9631) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9631)

  593. 22 U.S.C. 9632(a)(10)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1291

    The bill says: Section 1432(a)(10) of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9632(a)(10)) is amended by striking "until the expiration of the current lease under predecessor authority, as of the day before the date of the enactment of this Act".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9632)

  594. 22 U.S.C. 9633rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1292

    1433 Maximum contingent liability.—(a) In general.— The maximum contingent liability of the Corporation outstanding at any one time shall not exceed in the aggregate $200,000,000,000.(b) Rule of construction.— The maximum contingent liability shall apply to all extension of liability by the Corporation regardless of the authority cited thereto.

    The bill says: Section 1433 of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9633) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9633)

  595. 22 U.S.C. 9652(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1293(1)

    to be known as the Corporation’s Impact Quotient, which shall—(A) serve as a metrics-based measurement system to assess a project’s expected outcomes and development impact on a country, a region, and populations throughout the sourcing, origination, management, monitoring, and evaluation stages of a project’s lifecycle;(B) enable the Corporation to assess development impact at both the project and portfolio level;(C) provide guidance on when to take appropriate corrective measures to further development goals throughout a project’s lifecycle; and(D) inform congressional notification requirements outlining the Corporation’s project development impacts;

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking the semicolon at the end and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9652)

  596. 22 U.S.C. 9652(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1293(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9652)

  597. 22 U.S.C. 9652(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1293(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "method for ensuring, appropriate development performance" and inserting "method for evaluating and documenting the development impacts"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9652)

  598. 22 U.S.C. 9652(b)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 1293(1)

    (5) develop standards for, and a method for ensuring, appropriate monitoring of the Corporation’s compliance with environmental and social standards consistent with the guidance published by the Corporation following broad consultation with appropriate stakeholders to include civil society; and(6) develop standards for, and a method for ensuring, appropriate monitoring of the Corporation’s portfolio, including standards for ensuring employees or agents of the Corporation identify and conduct in-person site visits of each high-risk loan, loan guarantee, and equity project, as necessary and appropriate, after the initial disbursement of funds.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9652)

  599. 22 U.S.C. 9652renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1293(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (c) and (d) as subsections (d) and (e), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9652)

  600. 22 U.S.C. 9652added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 1293(3)

    (c) Required performance measures update for Congressional Strategic Advisory Group.— At any meeting of the Congressional Strategic Advisory Group, the Corporation shall be prepared discuss the standards developed in subsection (b) for all ongoing projects.

    The bill says: by inserting the following after subsection (b):

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9652)

  601. 22 U.S.C. 9652added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 1293(4)

    (f) Staffing for portfolio oversight and reporting.—(1) Requirement to maintain capacity.— The Corporation shall maintain an adequate number of full-time personnel with appropriate expertise to fulfill its obligations under this section and section 1443, including—(A) monitoring and evaluating the financial performance of the Corporation’s portfolio;(B) evaluating the development and strategic impact of investments throughout the program lifecycle;(C) preparing required annual reporting on the Corporation’s portfolio of investments, including the information set forth in section 1443(a)(6); and(D) monitoring for compliance with all applicable laws and ethics requirements.(2) Qualifications.— Personnel assigned to carry out the obligations described in paragraph (1) shall possess demonstrable professional experience in relevant areas, such as development finance, financial analysis, investment portfolio management, monitoring and evaluation, impact measurement, or legal and ethics expertise.(3) Organizational structure.— The Corporation shall maintain such personnel within 1 or more dedicated units or offices, which shall—(A) be functionally independent from investment origination teams;(B) be managed by senior staff who report to the Chief Executive Officer or Deputy Chief Executive Officer; and(C) be allocated resources sufficient to fulfill the Corporation’s obligations under this section and to support transparency and accountability to Congress and to the public.(4) Insulation from reductions.— The Corporation may not reduce the staffing, funding, or organizational independence of the units or personnel responsible for fulfilling the obligations under this section unless—(A) the Chief Executive Officer certifies in writing to the appropriate congressional committees that such reductions are necessary due to operational exigency, statutory change, or budgetary shortfall; and(B) the Corporation includes in its annual report a detailed explanation of the impact of any such changes on its capacity to analyze and report on portfolio performance.

    The bill says: by inserting at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9652)

  602. 22 U.S.C. 9653(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1294(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9653)

  603. 22 U.S.C. 9653(a)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1294(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9653)

  604. 22 U.S.C. 9653(a)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 1294(1)

    (5) the United States strategic, foreign policy, and development objectives advanced through projects supported by the Corporation; and(6) the health of the Corporation’s portfolio, including an annual overview of funds committed, funds disbursed, default and recovery rates, capital mobilized, equity investments’ year on year returns, and any difference between how investments were modeled at commitment and how they ultimately performed; to include a narrative explanation explaining any changes.

    The bill says: by inserting at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9653)

  605. 22 U.S.C. 9653(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1294(2)

    (A) the desired development impact and strategic outcomes for projects, and whether or not the Corporation is meeting the associated metrics, goals, and development objectives, including, to the extent practicable, in the years after conclusion of projects;(B) whether the Corporation’s support for projects that focus on achieving strategic outcomes are achieving such strategic objectives of such investments over the duration of the support and lasting after the Corporation’s support is completed;(C) the value of private sector assets brought to bear relative to the amount of support provided by the Corporation and the value of any other public sector support;(D) the total private capital projected to be mobilized by projects supported by the Corporation during that year, including an analysis of the lenders and investors involved and investment instruments used;(E) the total private capital actually mobilized by projects supported by the Corporation that were fully funded by the end of that year, including—(i) an analysis of the lenders and investors involved and investment instruments used; and(ii) a comparison with the private capital projected to be mobilized for the projects described in this paragraph;(F) a breakdown of—(i) the amount and percentage of Corporation support provided to less developed countries, advancing income countries, and high-income countries in the previous fiscal year; and(ii) the amount and percentage of Corporation support provided to less developed countries, advancing income countries and high-income countries averaged over the last 5 fiscal years;(G) a breakdown of the aggregate amounts and percentage of the maximum contingent liability of the Corporation authorized to be outstanding pursuant to section 1433 in less developed countries, advancing income countries, and high-income countries;(H) the risk appetite of the Corporation to undertake projects in less developed countries and in sectors that are critical to development but less likely to deliver substantial financial returns; and(I) efforts by the Chief Executive Officer to incentivize calculated risk-taking by transaction teams, including through the conduct of development performance reviews and provision of development performance rewards;

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9653)

  606. 22 U.S.C. 9653(b)(3)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1294(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3)(B), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9653)

  607. 22 U.S.C. 9653(b)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1294(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (5); and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9653)

  608. 22 U.S.C. 9653(b)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 1294(2)

    (4) to the extent practicable, recommendations for measures that could enhance the strategic goals of projects to adapt to changing circumstances; and

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (3) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9653)

  609. 22 U.S.C. 9654(1)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1295

    (1) maintain a user-friendly, publicly available, machine-readable database with detailed project-level information, as appropriate and to the extent practicable, including a description of the support provided by the Corporation under title II, which shall include, to the greatest extent feasible for each project—(A) the information included in the report to Congress under section 1443;(B) project-level performance metrics; and(C) a description of the development impact of the project, including anticipated impact prior to initiation of the project and assessed impact during and after the completion of the project; and

    The bill says: Section 1444 of the Better Utilization of Investments Leading to Development Act of 2018 (22 U.S.C. 9654) is amended in paragraph (1) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9654)

  610. 22 U.S.C. 9656(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1296(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9656)

  611. 22 U.S.C. 9656(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1296(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "the Corporation’s impact quotient outlining" after "asset and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9656)

  612. 22 U.S.C. 9656(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1296(1)

    The bill says: by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9656)

  613. 22 U.S.C. 9656(b)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 1296(1)

    (4)(A) information relating to whether the Corporation has accepted a creditor status that is subordinate to that of other creditors in the project, activity, or asset; and(B) for all projects, activities, or assets that the Corporation has accepted a creditor status that is subordinate to that of other creditors the Corporation shall include a description of the substantive policy rationale required by section 1422(b)(12) that influenced the decision to accept such a creditor status.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9656)

  614. 22 U.S.C. 9656added (d)by S. 2296 Sec. 1296(2)

    (d) Equity investments.— For every equity investment above $10,000,000 that the Corporation enters into, the Corporation shall submit to Congress a notification that includes—(1) the information required by section (b); and(2) a plan for how the Corporation plans to use any Board seat the Corporation is entitled to as a result of such equity investment, including any individual the Corporation plans to appoint to the Board and how the Corporations plans to use such Board seat to further United States strategic goals.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9656)

  615. 22 U.S.C. 9671(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1297(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "5 percent" and inserting "2.5 percent";

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9671)

  616. 22 U.S.C. 9671(e)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1297(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (e)(3) by inserting ", consistent with international financial institution standards," after "best practices"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9671)

  617. 22 U.S.C. 9671added (j)by S. 2296 Sec. 1297(3)

    (j) Policies with respect to state-owned enterprises, anticompetitive practices, and countries of concern.—(1) Policy.— The Corporation shall develop appropriate policies and guidelines for support provided under title II for a project involving a state-owned enterprise, sovereign wealth fund, or a parastatal entity to ensure such support is provided consistent with appropriate principles and practices of competitive neutrality.(2) Prohibitions.—(A) Anticompetitive practices.— The Corporation may not provide support under title II for a project that involves a private sector entity engaged in anticompetitive practices.(B) Countries of concern.— The Corporation may not provide support under title II for projects—(i) that involve partnerships with the government of a country of concern or a state-owned enterprise that belongs to or is under the control of a country of concern; or(ii) that would be operated, managed, or controlled by the government of a county of concern or a state-owned enterprise that belongs to or is under the control of a country of concern.(C) Exception.— The President may waive the restriction under subparagraph (B)(i) on a project-by-project basis if the President submits to the appropriate congressional committees—(i) a certification, which may be included as a classified or confidential annex to a report required by section 1446, that such support is important to the national security interests of the United States; and(ii) a written justification of how such support directly counters or significantly limits the influence of an entity described in such subparagraph.(3) Definitions.— In this subsection:(A) State-owned enterprise.— The term state-owned enterprise means any enterprise established for a commercial or business purpose that is directly owned or controlled by one or more governments, including any agency, instrumentality, subdivision, or other unit of government at any level of jurisdiction.(B) Control.— The term control, with respect to an enterprise, means the power by any means to control the enterprise regardless of—(i) the level of ownership; and(ii) whether or not the power is exercised.(C) Owned.— The term owned, with respect to an enterprise, means a majority or controlling interest, whether by value or voting interest, of the shares of that enterprise, including through fiduciaries, agents, or other means.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9671)

  618. Public Law 116-94repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 1298

    The bill says: The European Energy Security and Diversification Act of 2019 (title XX of division P of Public Law 116–94; 22 U.S.C. 9501 note) is repealed.

    Bill text

  619. 50 U.S.C. 98d(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1411(a)

    The bill says: by inserting "(1)" after "(b)";

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 98d)

  620. 50 U.S.C. 98d(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1411(a)

    The bill says: by striking "or (5)" and inserting "or (6)";

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 98d)

  621. 50 U.S.C. 98d(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1411(a)

    The bill says: by striking "has been specifically authorized by law" and inserting "was included in the most recent annual materials plan submitted to the congressional defense committees (as defined in section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code) under section 11(b)(1)(G)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 98d)

  622. 50 U.S.C. 98d(b)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 1411(a)

    (2) Not later than 15 days after making a disposal under paragraph (1), the National Defense Stockpile Manager shall notify the congressional defense committees of the disposal.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 98d)

  623. 50 U.S.C. 98e(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1411(a)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "President" and inserting "National Defense Stockpile Manager"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 98e)

  624. 50 U.S.C. 98e(a)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1411(a)

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (7) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 98e)

  625. 10 U.S.C. 9062added (n)by S. 2296 Sec. 1511(b)

    (n)(1) The Secretary of the Air Force shall maintain a total inventory of intercontinental ballistic missiles sufficient to ensure that no fewer than 400 such missiles are available for deployment at all times.(2) Such intercontinental ballistic missiles shall be deployed among no fewer than 150 launch facilities dispersed across each of the following locations (for a total of no fewer than 450):(A) Francis E. Warren Air Force Base, Laramie County, Wyoming.(B) Malmstrom Air Force Base, Cascade County, Montana.(C) Minot Air Force Base, Ward County, North Dakota.(3) In this subsection:(A) The term intercontinental ballistic missile means any combination of the LGM-30A Minuteman intercontinental ballistic missile or the LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile.(B) The term deployed means armed with one or more nuclear weapons and contained within a launch facility and available for employment in support of United States Strategic Command requirements or presidentially directed operations.

    The bill says: Section 9062 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9062)

  626. 10 U.S.C. 9040(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1512(b)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting "in coordination with the Commander of Air Force Global Strike Command" after "duties";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9040)

  627. 10 U.S.C. 9040(b)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1512(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (2) and (3) as paragraphs (3) and (4), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9040)

  628. 10 U.S.C. 9040(b)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 1512(b)

    (2) Coordinate with and support the activities of Air Force Global Strike Command, the Air Force Nuclear Systems Center, and any other applicable Air Force organization in the sustainment and modernization of weapon systems associated with the nuclear deterrence mission of the Air Force.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new paragraph (2):

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9040)

  629. 10 U.S.C. 9040(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1512(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), as so redesignated, by striking "and the Chief of Staff of the Air Force" and inserting, ", the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, and the Commander of Air Force Global Strike Command."; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9040)

  630. 10 U.S.C. 9040(b)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 1512(b)

    (5) Represent Air Force nuclear deterrence mission equities on behalf of the Chief of Staff of the Air Force and the Commander of Air Force Global Strike Command within the Nuclear Weapons Council processes and other Department of Defense fora, as appropriate.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 9040)

  631. Public Law 112-239rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1513

    211 B-21 bomber aircraft nuclear certification requirement.— The Secretary of the Air Force shall ensure that the B-21 bomber is—(1) operationally certified to employ nuclear gravity bombs not later than 180 days after the date on which such aircraft achieves initial operational capability; and(2) operationally certified to employ the AGM-181 Long Range Standoff Weapon not later than two years after the date on which either the B-21 bomber or the AGM-181 Long Range Standoff Weapon achieves initial operational capability, whichever is later.

    The bill says: Section 211 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text

  632. 10 U.S.C. 179(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), in the first sentence, by inserting "The Council shall be the primary mechanism for integrating, streamlining, and ensuring unity of purpose and direction for nuclear deterrence related activities within the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy." after "Energy.";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  633. 10 U.S.C. 179(c)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by striking paragraph (3);

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  634. 10 U.S.C. 179(d)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (1) through (13) as paragraphs (2) through (14), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  635. 10 U.S.C. 179(d)added (1)by S. 2296 Sec. 1515(3)

    (1) Supervising nuclear deterrence activities of the Department of Defense and the National Nuclear Security Administration, including oversight of policy and resources, and developing options for adjusting the deterrence posture of the United States in response to evolving international security conditions.

    The bill says: by inserting before paragraph (2), as so redesignated, the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  636. 10 U.S.C. 179(d)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(3)

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (6), as so redesignated, to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  637. 10 U.S.C. 179(d)(7)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (7), as so redesignated, by striking "Ensuring that adequate consideration is given to" and inserting "Approving";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  638. 10 U.S.C. 179(d)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(3)

    (8) Providing specific guidance regarding priorities for research on—(A) nuclear weapon delivery systems and platforms and priorities on military capability development within the armed forces and the broader Department of Defense; and(B) nuclear weapons and priorities among activities, including production, surveillance, research, construction, and any other programs within the National Nuclear Security Administration.

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (8), as so redesignated, to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  639. 10 U.S.C. 179(d)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(3)

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (9), as so redesignated, to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  640. 10 U.S.C. 179(d)(10)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (10), as so redesignated, by inserting "and weapon system" after "warhead";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  641. 10 U.S.C. 179(d)(12)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (12), as so redesignated, by inserting "and related weapon systems supporting nuclear deterrence missions" after "weapons"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  642. 10 U.S.C. 179(d)(14)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(3)

    The bill says: by inserting "and approving" after "Coordinating"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  643. 10 U.S.C. 179(d)(14)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(3)

    The bill says: by inserting "systems and" after "delivery"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  644. 10 U.S.C. 179rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 1515(4)

    (f) Budget and funding matters.—(1) The Council shall annually review the plans and budget of the National Nuclear Security Administration and the Military Services to assess whether such plans and budget meet the current and projected requirements relating to nuclear weapons and related weapon systems supporting nuclear deterrence missions.

    The bill says: by amending subsection (f)(1) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 179)

  645. Public Law 118-31renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1517(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (b), (c), (d), (e), (f), and (g), as subsections (c), (d), (e), (f), (g), and (h), respectively;

    Bill text

  646. Public Law 118-31added (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 1517(2)

    (b) Rapid fielding parallel path.— In parallel to the major defense acquisition program described in subsection (a), the Department of Defense is authorized to utilize the middle tier acquisition authorities established by section 3602 of title 10, United States Code, to rapidly develop, prototype, and field a nuclear-armed, sea-launched cruise missile that can provide for a residual operational capability prior to the date of initial operational capability established by subsection (c).

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (a) the following new subsection (b):

    Bill text

  647. Public Law 118-31(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1517(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), as so redesignated, by striking "2034" and inserting "2032".

    Bill text

  648. 10 U.S.C. 5501removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1531(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraphs (1) and (2); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 5501)

  649. 10 U.S.C. 5501added (1)by S. 2296 Sec. 1531(a)

    (1) to provide for the common defense of citizens of the United States and the United States by deploying and maintaining a next-generation missile defense shield;(2) to deter and defend the United States, citizens of the United States, and critical infrastructure of the United States, against the threat of foreign attack by increasingly complex ballistic, hypersonic glide, and cruise missiles, and other advanced aerial threats;(3) to guarantee the viability of an effective nuclear response capability and support the continued deterrence of strategic attacks against the homeland of the United States; and(4) to cooperate on missile defense capabilities and technologies with allies and partners of the United States to aid in the defense of allied and partner populations and forward-deployed armed forces of the United States.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 5501)

  650. 10 U.S.C. 222c(c)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1533(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (5) through (8) as paragraphs (6) through (9), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 222c)

  651. 10 U.S.C. 222c(c)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 1533(2)

    (5) Air and Missile Defense.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (4) the following new paragraph (5):

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 222c)

  652. 10 U.S.C. 5531(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1536(a)

    The bill says: by inserting "system level architectures," before "the interfaces"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 5531)

  653. 10 U.S.C. 5531(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1536(a)

    The bill says: by inserting a comma after "of such activities and programs".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 5531)

  654. 50 U.S.C. 3373(l)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 1555(a)

    (5) Intercepts.—(A) In general.— Each briefing under this subsection shall include, for the period covered by the briefing, details on any unidentified anomalous phenomena intercepts conducted by the North American Aerospace Defense Command or United States Northern Command.(B) Summaries.— In providing a briefing under this subsection, the Director of the Office shall make available a summary of all instances of intercepts described in subparagraph (A), including—(i) the number, location, and nature of such intercepts; and(ii) a description of the procedures and protocols followed during the intercepts, including any data collected or analyzed during such intercepts.(C) Timely information.— The Director of the Office shall inform the appropriate congressional committees of any failure by the North American Aerospace Defense Command or United States Northern Command to provide timely information on unidentified anomalous phenomena intercepts.

    The bill says: Section 1683(l) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (50 U.S.C. 3373(l)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3373)

  655. 10 U.S.C. 130i(i)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1560(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "December 31, 2026" and inserting "December 31, 2027"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  656. 10 U.S.C. 130i(i)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1560(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "November 15, 2026" and inserting "November 15, 2027".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 130i)

  657. Public Law 117-103(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1561(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "makes such data" and all that follows through the period and inserting "make such data available immediately, in a manner that protects intelligence sources and methods, to the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office established under section 1683 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (50 U.S.C. 3373).";

    Bill text

  658. Public Law 117-103removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1561(a)

    The bill says: by striking subsections (b) and (c); and

    Bill text

  659. Public Law 117-103changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1561(a)

    The bill says: by striking "(a) Availability of data on unidentified aerial phenomena.—.—"; and

    Bill text

  660. 10 U.S.C. 500e(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1563(1)

    The bill says: by striking "responsible for synchronizing" and inserting the following: “responsible for—

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 500e)

  661. 10 U.S.C. 500e(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1563(1)

    The bill says: by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 500e)

  662. 10 U.S.C. 500e(b)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 1563(1)

    (2) coordinating test and evaluation of tactics, techniques, and procedures for dynamic spectrum sharing technologies in joint electromagnetic operations.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 500e)

  663. 10 U.S.C. 500e(c)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1563(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 500e)

  664. 10 U.S.C. 500e(c)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 1563(2)

    (4) An assessment of any current gaps in testing, evaluation, and validation mechanisms for future joint use of dynamic spectrum sharing technologies.(5) The feasibility and advisability of establishing designated virtual testing ranges so that operators can develop tactics, techniques, and procedures for dynamic spectrum sharing technologies.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (3) the following new paragraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 500e)

  665. 10 U.S.C. 488added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 1564

    (c) Limitation on modification of spectrum.—(1) Until the earlier of September 30, 2034, or the date on which the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff certifies to the congressional defense committees that dynamic spectrum sharing (as defined in the Emerging Mid-Band Radar Spectrum Sharing (EMBRSS) Feasibility Assessment Report of the Department of Defense published in September 2023) is fully operational, the Secretary of Defense may not modify any existing or future applicable system between 3100 and 3450 megahertz and between 7400 and 8400 megahertz unless the Secretary and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff jointly certify to Congress that such modification would not result in a loss of capability for the armed forces.(2) In this subsection, the term applicable system means a Department of Defense system that relies on the electromagnetic spectrum for its function, including any communications, weapons, precision munitions, sensor, geo-location, or wireless device.

    The bill says: Section 488 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 488)

  666. Public Law 117-263(a)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1604(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (H) as subparagraph (I); and

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  667. Public Law 117-263(a)(2)added (H)by S. 2296 Sec. 1604(1)

    (H) A review of investment in artificial intelligence capabilities, including an assessment of alignment with defined roadmap milestones and Department of Defense use cases.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (G) the following new subparagraph (H):

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  668. Public Law 117-263(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1604(2)

    The bill says: by striking "2028" and inserting "2030"; and

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  669. Public Law 117-263(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1604(2)

    The bill says: by inserting "and briefing" after "a report".

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  670. 10 U.S.C. 392a(b)(2)(A)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1607(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A)(i), by striking "the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy" and inserting "the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 392a)

  671. 10 U.S.C. 392a(b)(2)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1607(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking ", the following:" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 392a)

  672. 10 U.S.C. 392a(b)(3)(A)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1607(2)

    The bill says: in clause (i), by striking "the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy" and inserting "the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 392a)

  673. 10 U.S.C. 392a(b)(3)(A)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1607(2)

    The bill says: in clause (ii), by striking "Under Secretary" and inserting "Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 392a)

  674. 10 U.S.C. 392a(b)(3)(A)(iii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1607(2)

    The bill says: in clause (iii), by striking "Under Secretary of Defense for Policy" and inserting "Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 392a)

  675. 10 U.S.C. 392a(b)(3)(A)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1607(2)

    The bill says: by striking clause (iv).

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 392a)

  676. 10 U.S.C. 167badded (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 1608

    (f) Planning, programming, and budgeting.—(1)(A) In addition to the activities of a combatant command for which funding may be requested under section 166(b) of this title, the Commander of the United States Cyber Command shall, subject to the authority, direction, and control of the Principal Cyber Advisor of the Department of Defense, be responsible for directly controlling and managing the planning, programming, budgeting, and execution of resources to train, equip, operate, and sustain the cyber mission force, which shall include the following:(i) Preparation of a program objective memorandum and budget estimate submission for the resources required to train, equip, operate, and sustain the cyber mission force.(ii) Preparation of budget materials pertaining to the United States Cyber Command for inclusion in the budget justification materials that are submitted to Congress in support of the budget of the Department of Defense for a fiscal year, as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code, that is separate from any other military department or component of the Department of Defense.(B) The responsibilities assigned to the Commander of the United States Cyber Command pursuant to subparagraph (A) shall not include the following:(i) Military pay and allowances.(ii) Funding for facility support that is provided by the military departments.(2)(A) Before the budget proposal for the United States Cyber Command for any fiscal year is submitted to the Secretary of Defense, the Commander of the United States Cyber Command shall consult with the Secretaries of the military departments concerning funding for units of the reserve components within the cyber mission force. If the Secretary of a military department does not concur in the recommended level of funding with respect to any such unit that is under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the military department, the Commander shall include with the budget proposal submitted to the Secretary of Defense the views of the Secretary of the military department concerning such funding.(B) Before the budget proposal for a military department for any fiscal year is submitted to the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of the military department shall consult with the Commander of the United States Cyber Command concerning funding for cyber mission forces within the reserve component in the military personnel budget for that military department. If the Commander does not concur in the recommended level of funding with respect to individual augmentees or units within the reserve component, the Secretary of the military department shall include with the budget proposal submitted to the Secretary of Defense the views of the Commander.

    The bill says: Section 167b of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsections:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 167b)

  677. 10 U.S.C. 394(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1609(a)

    The bill says: Subsection (b) of section 394 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting "defense of critical infrastructure of the Department of Defense," after "force protection,".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 394)

  678. 10 U.S.C. 138(b)(8)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1610D(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "(A)" before the first sentence; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 138)

  679. 10 U.S.C. 138(b)(8)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 1610D(2)

    (B) Subject to the authority, direction, and control of the Secretary of Defense, the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy—(i) shall serve as a principal staff assistant to the Secretary of Defense on matters within the responsibility of the Assistant Secretary;(ii) shall report directly to the Secretary without intervening authority; and(iii) may communicate views on matters within the responsibility of the Assistant Secretary directly to the Secretary without obtaining the approval or concurrence of any other official within the Department of Defense.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 138)

  680. 10 U.S.C. 2224changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1611(1)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "network boundary and cross-domain defense" and inserting "full content inspection";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2224)

  681. 10 U.S.C. 2224(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1611(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by inserting "and cross-domain" after "network boundary";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2224)

  682. 10 U.S.C. 2224(b)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1611(3)

    The bill says: by inserting "specified in subsection (a)" after "defense capabilities" both places in appears; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2224)

  683. 10 U.S.C. 2224(b)(2)(A)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1611(3)

    The bill says: in clause (ii), by inserting "that support operational missions as defined by the Department of Defense Cyber Defense Command" before the period at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2224)

  684. 10 U.S.C. 2224(b)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1611(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (B) and (C) as subparagraphs (C) and (D), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2224)

  685. 10 U.S.C. 2224(b)(2)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 1611(3)

    (B) By December 1, 2026, integrate the capabilities into the pilot program required by subparagraph (A) that leverages, where appropriate, investments in artificial intelligence to illuminate and actively counter foreign cyber aggression to Department of Defense networks.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following new subparagraph (B):

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2224)

  686. 10 U.S.C. 2224(b)(2)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1611(3)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), as redesignated by subparagraph (B), by striking "deployment of modernized network boundary defense capabilities to the access points and cross-domain capabilities" and inserting "deployment of the same capabilities described in subsection (a) to the access points and cross-domain capabilities, and any other network interconnection point,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2224)

  687. 10 U.S.C. 2224(b)(2)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1611(3)

    The bill says: by striking "modernized network boundary defense capabilities" and inserting "the same capabilities described in subsection (a)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2224)

  688. 10 U.S.C. 2224(b)(2)(D)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 1611(3)

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new sentence: "To ensure the coverage of these capabilities is complete, the Secretary shall, acting through the Director of the Defense Information Systems Agency and the Chief Information Officer of the Department of Defense, create a list of remaining networks and enclaves."; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2224)

  689. 10 U.S.C. 2224added (d)by S. 2296 Sec. 1611(4)

    (d) Briefings.— Not later than November 1, 2026, and not less frequently than once each year thereafter until December 31, 2028, the Chief Information Officer of the Department of Defense, the Director of the Defense Information Systems Agency, and the Commander of the Department of Defense Cyber Defense Command shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the status of deployment of the modernization program required by subsection (a), the results of the surveys conducted pursuant to subparagraphs (B) and (C) of subsection (b)(2), and identification of remaining networks and enclaves to be incorporated into the program.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2224)

  690. Public Law 118-31(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1620B(1)

    (1) rate or rank news or information sources for the factual accuracy of their content;(2) provide ratings or opinions on news or in formation sources regarding misinformation, bias, adherence to journalistic standards, or ethics; or(3) acquire or use any service that provides any ratings, rankings, or opinions described in paragraph (1) or (2) from any other person.

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "does not" and all that follows through the end and inserting the following: “does not—

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  691. Public Law 118-31removedby S. 2296 Sec. 1620B(2)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (c).

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  692. Public Law 118-159(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 1625(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by inserting ", including both dedicated Department of Defense owned and maintained computing assets, as well as commercially procured cloud services or other infrastructure-as-a service contracts" before the period at the end;

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  693. Public Law 118-159(c)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 1625(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (C) as subparagraph (D); and

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  694. Public Law 118-159(c)(2)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 1625(2)

    (C) For any data centers to be built or expanded on a military installation, an estimate, to the degree that the Secretary determines that providing such an estimate will not delay the submittal of the triennial update required by paragraph (3), of the additional needs for those data centers, including—(i) an estimate of the increased footprint for physical space needs;(ii) assessments of projected electricity and water usage requirements for the projected artificial intelligence data center footprint;(iii) anticipated impact on the installation and the surrounding community based on increased power, water, and other resource needs, including measures to mitigate any potential adverse impacts on military installations; and(iv) strategies to prevent disruptions to local utility services and to ensure community resilience, including consultation with local, State, and Federal agencies to align infrastructure planning with broader community needs.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (B) the following new subparagraph (C):

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  695. Public Law 118-159(c)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 1625(3)

    (3) Triennial updates.— Not later than March 1, 2027, and not later than March 1 of every third year thereafter until March 1, 2033, the Secretary shall update the roadmap required by paragraph (1) and submit to the congressional defense committees the updated roadmap.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

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  696. 50 U.S.C. 4501added VIIIby S. 2296 Sec. 1721

    VIII Prohibition and notification on investments relating to covered national security transactions.—801 Prohibition on investments.—(a) In general.— The Secretary may prohibit, in accordance with regulations issued under subsection (e), a United States person from knowingly engaging in a covered national security transaction in a prohibited technology.(b) Evasion.— Any transaction by a United States person or within the United States that evades or avoids, has the purpose of evading or avoiding, causes a violation of, or attempts to violate the prohibition set forth in subsection (a) is prohibited.(c) Waiver.— Subject to subsection (d), the Secretary is authorized to exempt from the prohibition set forth in subsection (a) any activity determined by the President, in consultation with the Secretary, the Secretary of Commerce and, as appropriate, the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, to be in the national interest of the United States.(d) Congressional notification.— The Secretary shall—(1) notify the appropriate congressional committees not later than 5 business days after issuing a waiver under subsection (c); and(2) include in such notification an identification of the national interest justifying the use of the waiver.(e) Regulations.—(1) In general.— The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce and, as appropriate, the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, may issue regulations to carry out this section in accordance with subchapter II of chapter 5 and chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as "Administrative Procedure Act").(2) Non-binding feedback.—(A) In general.— The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall include a process under which a person can request non-binding feedback on a confidential basis as to whether a transaction would constitute a covered national security transaction in a prohibited technology.(B) Authority to limit frivolous feedback requests.— In establishing the process required by subparagraph (A), the Secretary may prescribe limitations on requests for feedback identified as frivolous for purposes of this subsection.(3) Notice and opportunity to cure.—(A) In general.— The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall account for whether a United States person has self-identified a violation of the prohibition set forth in subsection (a) in determining the legal consequences of that violation.(B) Self-disclosure letters.— The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall dictate the form and content of a letter of self-disclosure, which shall include relevant facts about the violation, why the United States person believes its activity to have violated the prohibition set forth in subsection (a), and a proposal for mitigation of the harm of such action.(4) Public notice and comment.— The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall be subject to public notice and comment.(5) Low-burden regulations.— In issuing regulations under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall balance the priority of protecting the national security interest of the United States while, to the extent practicable—(A) minimizing the cost and complexity of compliance for affected parties, including the duplication of reporting requirements under current regulations;(B) adopting the least burdensome alternative that achieves regulatory objectives; and(C) prioritizing transparency and stakeholder involvement in the process of issuing the rules.(6) Penalties.—(A) In general.— The regulations issued under paragraph (1) shall provide for the imposition of civil penalties described in subparagraph (B) for violations of the prohibition set forth in subsection (a).(B) Penalties described.—(i) Unlawful acts.— It shall be unlawful for a person to violate, attempt to violate, conspire to violate, or cause a violation of any license, order, regulation, notification requirement, or prohibition issued under this section.(ii) Civil penalty.— The Secretary may impose a civil penalty on any person who commits an unlawful act described in clause (i) in an amount not to exceed the greater of—(I) $250,000; or(II) an amount that is twice the amount of the transaction that is the basis of the violation with respect to which the penalty is imposed.(iii) Divestment.— The Secretary may compel the divestment of a covered national security transaction in a prohibited technology determined to be in violation of this title.(iv) Relief.— The President may direct the Attorney General of the United States to seek appropriate relief, including divestment relief, in the district courts of the United States, in order to implement and enforce this title.(7) Burden of proof.— In accordance with section 556(d) of title 5, United States Code, in an enforcement action for a violation of the prohibition set forth in subsection (a), the burden of proof shall be upon the Secretary.802 Notification on investments.—(a) Mandatory notification.— Not later than 450 days after the date of the enactment of this title, the Secretary shall issue regulations prescribed in accordance with subsection (b), to require a United States person that engages in a covered national security transaction in a prohibited technology (unless the Secretary has exercised the authority provided by section 801(a) to prohibit knowingly engaging in such covered national security transaction) or a notifiable technology to submit to the Secretary a written notification of the transaction not later than 30 days after the completion date of the transaction.(b) Regulations.—(1) In general.— Not later than 450 days after the date of the enactment of this title, the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Commerce and, as appropriate, the heads of other relevant Federal departments and agencies, shall issue regulations to carry out this section in accordance with subchapter II of chapter 5 and chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as

    The bill says: The Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4501 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4501)

  697. Public Law 118-159changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2107(b)

    The bill says: The authorization table in section 2101(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (division B of Public Law 118–159; 138 Stat. 2212) is amended in the item relating to Naval Air Station Key West, Florida, by striking "$90,000,000" and inserting "$397,000,000".

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  698. Public Law 118-159changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2107(b)

    The bill says: The funding table in section 4601 of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159; 138 Stat. 2382) is amended in the item relating to Naval Air Station Key West, Florida, Joint Interagency Task Force South command and control facility, by striking "$90,000" and inserting "$397,000".

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  699. Public Law 118-159changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2107(c)

    The bill says: The authorization table in section 2101(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (division B of Public Law 118–159; 138 Stat. 2212) is amended in the item relating to Fort Cavazos, Texas, by striking "$147,000,000" and inserting "$69,000,000".

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  700. Public Law 118-159changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2107(c)

    The bill says: The funding table in section 4601 of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159; 138 Stat. 2383) is amended in the items relating to Fort Cavazos, Texas, by striking "Motor Pool #70" and inserting "Vehicle Maintenance Shop".

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  701. Public Law 118-31changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2407(b)

    The bill says: The authorization table in section 2402(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (division B of Public Law 118–31; 137 Stat. 727) is amended in the item relating to Lake City Army Ammunition Plant, Missouri, by striking "$80,100,000" and inserting "$86,500,000".

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  702. Public Law 118-31changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2407(b)

    The bill says: The funding table in section 4601 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118–31; 137 Stat. 911) is amended in the items relating to Lake City Army Ammunition Plant, Missouri, by striking "$80,100" and inserting "$86,500".

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  703. 10 U.S.C. 2854(c)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2802

    The bill says: Section 2854(c)(3) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "$100,000,000" and inserting "$150,000,000".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2854)

  704. 10 U.S.C. 3241(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2803(1)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following new paragraph (3):

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3241)

  705. 10 U.S.C. 3241(f)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2803(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking "2008" each place it appears and inserting "2030".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 3241)

  706. Public Law 118-81(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2804(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(1), by striking "at least" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "at least two military construction projects";

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  707. Public Law 118-81(d)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2804(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (d), by striking "September 30, 2025" and inserting "September 30, 2029";

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  708. Public Law 118-81(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2804(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (e), by striking "January 1, 2025" and inserting "January 1, 2029";

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  709. Public Law 118-81renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 2804(4)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (f) and (g) as subsections (g) and (h), respectively;

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  710. Public Law 118-81added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 2804(5)

    (f) Use of certain technologies.— In carrying out each project under the pilot program commencing on or after the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, the Secretary concerned shall use not fewer than three technologies identified in the report published by the Comptroller General of the United States on February 11, 2025, and entitled "Science & Tech Spotlight: Sustainable Building Technologies" (GAO–25–107931).

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (e) the following new subsection (f):

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  711. Public Law 118-81(g)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2804(6)

    The bill says: in subsection (g)(1), as redesignated by paragraph (4), by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2030"; and

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  712. Public Law 118-81(h)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 2804(7)

    The bill says: in subsection (h), as so redesignated, in the first sentence, by inserting before the period the following: "that is identified in the report published by the Comptroller General of the United States on February 11, 2025, and entitled "Science & Tech Spotlight: Sustainable Building Technologies" (GAO–25–107931)".

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  713. Public Law 118-159(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2806

    The bill says: Section 2811(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (division B of Public Law 118–159) is amended by striking "150 days" and inserting "one year".

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  714. 10 U.S.C. 2208(u)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2807

    The bill says: Section 2208(u)(4) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "September 30, 2025" and inserting "September 30, 2027".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2208)

  715. Public Law 118-159(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2808(a)

    The bill says: Section 2804(c) of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159; 10 U.S.C. 2805 note) is amended by striking "February 1, 2026" and inserting "August 1, 2026".

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  716. 10 U.S.C. 2391(d)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2810(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1)(B), in the matter preceding clause (i), by inserting ", and with respect to Coast Guard-related projects, the Secretary, with the concurrence of the Commandant of the Coast Guard," after "The Secretary"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2391)

  717. 10 U.S.C. 2391(d)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 2810(1)

    (5)(A) In considering grants, agreements, or other funding under paragraph (1)(A) with respect to community infrastructure supportive of a military installation of the Coast Guard, the Secretary of Defense shall seek the concurrence of the Commandant of the Coast Guard with respect to assessing the selection and prioritization of the project concerned.(B) A grant made under this section shall be available to support any Coast Guard mission authorized under section 888 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 468).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2391)

  718. 10 U.S.C. 2391(e)(1)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 2810(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (e)(1), by adding at the end the following new sentence: "For purposes of subsection (d), the term military installation includes an installation of the Coast Guard under the jurisdiction of the Department of Homeland Security.".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2391)

  719. 10 U.S.C. 2856a(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2821(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2856a)

  720. 10 U.S.C. 2856a(b)(5)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2821(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (5)(C), by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2856a)

  721. 10 U.S.C. 2856a(b)added (6)by S. 2296 Sec. 2821(3)

    (6) an assessment of whether a need for future waivers has been identified;(7) a summary of the analysis performed by each military department to identify covered military unaccompanied housing that requires such waivers, including a certification by the Secretary of each military department that the list of waivers for that military department is complete and identifies all permanent party unaccompanied housing that does not meet covered privacy and configuration standards or standards of the Department for health and safety;(8) an action plan to bring covered military unaccompanied housing that requires such waivers into compliance with the standards of the Department and a timeline for implementing the action plan;(9) information about costs associated with the remediation options for covered military unaccompanied housing that requires such waivers, including—(A) funding needs for military construction projects;(B) funding needs for projects as part of facilities sustainment, restoration, and modernization; and(C) any resulting increases in the need for housing allowances for members of the armed forces that would otherwise be living in covered military unaccompanied housing; and(10) a description of the status of the response of the Department to open recommendations contained in the 2023 report by the Comptroller General of the United States entitled, "Military Barracks: Poor Living Conditions Undermine Quality of Life and Readiness" (GAO–23–105797), including the status of each military department in issuing service standards that meet covered privacy and configuration standards and standards of the Department for health and safety for covered military unaccompanied housing.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2856a)

  722. 10 U.S.C. 2837(d)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 2822

    The bill says: Section 2837(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting before the period the following: ", including an accounting for impacts of civilians and contractors".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2837)

  723. 10 U.S.C. 2891c(a)(2)added (G)by S. 2296 Sec. 2825

    (G) The level of liability insurance coverage maintained by the landlord for all such housing units.(H) The amount of any payments made to tenants by landlords relating to dispute resolutions.

    The bill says: Section 2891c(a)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2891c)

  724. 10 U.S.C. 2890(f)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2826(1)

    The bill says: by striking "(1) A tenant or prospective tenant of a housing unit may not be required to sign" and inserting "A landlord may not request that a tenant, former tenant, or prospective tenant of a housing unit sign"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2890)

  725. 10 U.S.C. 2890(f)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2826(1)

    The bill says: in the first sentence, by inserting "or in connection with the provision of services related to the housing unit" before the period; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2890)

  726. 10 U.S.C. 2890(f)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 2826(2)

    The bill says: by striking paragraphs (2) and (3).

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2890)

  727. 10 U.S.C. 2391(d)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2841(a)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking ", including selection" and all that follows through "of priority" and inserting "for each of the following categories";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2391)

  728. 10 U.S.C. 2391(d)(1)(B)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 2841(a)

    The bill says: in clause (i), by striking "military value" and all that follows through the period and inserting "the readiness of a military department or mission assurance at a military installation."; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2391)

  729. 10 U.S.C. 2391(d)(1)(B)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 2841(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating clauses (ii) and (iv) as clauses (iv) and (ii), respectively, and—

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2391)

  730. Public Law 106-398repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 2842(c)

    The bill says: Section 2887 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2001 (division B of Public Law 106–398; 114 Stat. 1654A–440) is repealed.

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  731. 10 U.S.C. 2688(k)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 2847

    (k) Improvement of conveyed utility system.—(1) In lieu of carrying out a military construction project for an infrastructure improvement that enhances the reliability, resilience, efficiency, physical security, or cybersecurity of a utility system conveyed under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned may use funds authorized and appropriated for the project to make a monetary contribution equal to the total amount for the completed project to the conveyee of the utility system to carry out the project using a contract for utility services entered into under subsection (d).(2) All right, title, and interest to infrastructure improvements constructed by the conveyee pursuant to paragraph (1) shall vest in the conveyee.(3) The Secretary concerned shall provide to the conveyee the necessary real property interests to access and use lands under the jurisdiction and control of the Secretary for construction of the project under paragraph (1) and for ongoing use, operations, and maintenance.(4) If the Secretary concerned exercises a repurchase option under a contract entered into under subsection (d) for a system conveyed under subsection (a), the Secretary shall receive an offset in the amount of the contribution to the conveyee under paragraph (1) against the payment made by the Secretary as consideration for the repurchase, except that the maximum offset may not exceed the full amount of the consideration for the repurchase.(5) The Secretary concerned may make a monetary contribution authorized by paragraph (1) without regard to the following provisions of law:(A) Sections 7540, 8612, and 9540 of this title.(B) Subchapters I and III of chapter 169 of this title.(C) Chapters 221 and 223 of this title.

    The bill says: Section 2688(k) of title 10, United States Codes, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2688)

  732. Public Law 117-263(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: Section 809(b)(2) of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117–263; 10 U.S.C. 4351 note) is amended by striking "sections 4217 and 4311 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2537, 2577)" and inserting "sections 5635 and 5671 of title 10, United States Code".

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  733. Public Law 118-159(c)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: Section 1635(c)(2) of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (Public Law 118–159; 10 U.S.C. 4811 note) is amended by striking "section 4002 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501)" and inserting "section 5601 of title 10, United States Code".

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  734. Public Law 115-91(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: Section 3111(b)(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115–91; 50 U.S.C. 2402 note) is amended by striking "section 4002(6) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501(6))" and inserting "section 5601 of title 10, United States Code".

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  735. Public Law 115-91(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: Section 3116(a)(3) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (Public Law 115–91; 131 Stat. 1888) is amended by striking "section 4101 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2511)" and inserting "section 5611 of title 10, United States Code".

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  736. Public Law 114-328(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "section 4102(b) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2512(b))" and inserting "section 5612 of title 10, United States Code"; and

    Bill text

  737. Public Law 114-328(d)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (d), by striking "section 4002 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501)" and inserting "section 5601 of title 10, United States Code".

    Bill text

  738. Public Law 114-92(d)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: Section 3137(d) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114–92; 50 U.S.C. 2512 note) is amended by striking "section 4002(6) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501(6))" and inserting "section 5601 of title 10, United States Code".

    Bill text

  739. Public Law 117-81(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: Section 3121(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (Public Law 117–81; 50 U.S.C. 2521 note) is amended by striking "section 4002 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501)" and inserting "section 5601 of title 10, United States Code".

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  740. Public Law 113-66(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "section 4201 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2521)" and inserting "section 5621 of title 10, United States Code,"; and

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  741. Public Law 113-66(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (e), by striking "section 4203 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2523)" and inserting "section 5624 of title 10, United States Code,".

    Bill text

  742. Public Law 108-136(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: Section 3116(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004 (Public Law 108–136; 50 U.S.C. 2529 note) is amended by striking "section 4209(a) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2529(a))" and inserting "section 5630 of title 10, United States Code".

    Bill text

  743. Public Law 117-263(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: Section 3121(c) of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117–263; 50 U.S.C. 2532 note) is amended by striking "section 4002 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501)" and inserting "section 5601 of title 10, United States Code".

    Bill text

  744. Public Law 117-263changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: Section 3126 of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117–263; 50 U.S.C. 2538a note) is amended by striking "section 4219 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2538a)" and inserting "section 5638 of title 10, United States Code".

    Bill text

  745. Public Law 108-375(e)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: Section 3116(e)(4) of the Ronald W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005 (Public Law 108–375; 50 U.S.C. 2602 note) is amended by striking "section 4306A of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2567)" and inserting "section 5664 of title 10, United States Code".

    Bill text

  746. Public Law 115-232changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: by striking "section 4502(a) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2652(a))" each place it appears and inserting "section 5732(a) of title 10, United States Code"; and

    Bill text

  747. Public Law 115-232(f)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3111(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (f)(2), by striking "section 4002 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501)" and inserting "section 5601 of title 10, United States Code".

    Bill text

  748. 50 U.S.C. 2538arewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 3112(1)

    (a) Requirements.—(1) Overall capacity.— Consistent with the requirements of the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Energy shall ensure that the nuclear security enterprise—(A) during 2021, begins production of qualification plutonium pits;(B) during 2025, produces no fewer than 10 war reserve plutonium pits;(C) during 2026, produces no fewer than 20 war reserve plutonium pits;(D) during 2027, produces no fewer than 30 war reserve plutonium pits;(E) during 2029, produces no fewer than 50 war reserve plutonium pits; and(F) during 2032 and subsequent years, produces no fewer than 80 war reserve plutonium pits.(2) Site specific full production rate targets.— In meeting the annual production rate requirement under paragraph (1)(F), the Secretary of Energy shall ensure that—(A) no fewer than 30 war reserve plutonium pits are produced annually at Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico;(B) no fewer than 50 war reserve plutonium pits are produced annually at the Savannah River Plutonium Processing Facility, Aiken, South Carolina; and(C) total annual production quantities exceeding 80 war reserve plutonium pits are allocated to each site as necessary to meet Department of Defense requirements.

    The bill says: by amending subsection (a) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2538a)

  749. 50 U.S.C. 2538a(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3112(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "2030" and inserting "2032".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2538a)

  750. 50 U.S.C. 2538brepealedby S. 2296 Sec. 3113(a)

    The bill says: Section 4220 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2538b) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2538b)

  751. 50 U.S.C. 2401added 3223by S. 2296 Sec. 3113(b)

    3223 Office of Rapid Capabilities Development.—(a) Establishment.—(1) In general.— There is established in the Administration an Office of Rapid Capabilities Development (referred to in this section as the Office), which shall be led by an Assistant Deputy Administrator for Rapid Capabilities Development (referred to in this section as the Assistant Deputy Administrator).(2) Assistant Deputy Administrator.—(A) Senior Executive Service.— The position of the Assistant Deputy Administrator shall be a Senior Executive Service position (as defined in section 3132(a) of title 5, United States Code).(B) Duties.— The Assistant Deputy Administrator shall report to the Board established under subsection (c).(b) Mission.— The primary objective of the Office shall be to expedite the development and fielding of technologies and weapon systems in support of United States strategic deterrence requirements, as determined by the President or the Secretary of Defense. In achieving this objective, the office shall—(1) leverage defense-wide and Administration technology development efforts and existing capabilities to achieve improved deterrence and operational effects;(2) provide integration and technical support to Department of Defense, the Administration, or other activities of the United States Government;(3) identify and pursue opportunities to accelerate operationally-focused capabilities through advanced prototyping; and(4) explore innovative, cost-effective material and non-material solutions to defeat rapidly-evolving nuclear and radiological threats.(c) Board of Directors.—(1) Composition.— The Office shall be governed by a Board of Directors of (referred to in this section as the Board), which shall be composed of the following members:(A) The Administrator.(B) The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear Deterrence, Chemical and Biological Defense Policy and Programs.(C) The Deputy Commander of United States Strategic Command.(D) The Joint Staff Director for Strategy, Plans, and Policy (J5).(E) The Director of Navy Strategic Systems Programs.(F) The Deputy Commander of Air Force Global Strike Command.(2) Chair.— The Chair of the Board shall be the Administrator.(3) Organization and tasking.—(A) Operations.— The Board shall operate on a consensus basis and issue taskings directly to the Assistant Deputy Administrator as necessary to achieve the mission objectives outlined in subsection (b).(B) Submissions to Board.—(i) Submissions from the Assistant Deputy Administrator.— The Assistant Deputy Administrator may submit research and development proposals for Board consideration if such proposals support the mission objectives outlined in subsection (b).(ii) Submissions from Members.— Members of the Board may submit—(I) research and development proposals for Board consideration; and(II) proposals on behalf of organizations that are not members of the Board if such proposals support the mission objectives outlined in subsection (b).(d) Staff.— The Administrator shall ensure that the Assistant Deputy Administrator has sufficient numbers of personnel with competence in technical, programmatic, and other appropriate matters necessary to carry out the functions required by this section.(e) Rule of construction.— Nothing in this section shall be construed to obviate or otherwise alter the requirements for the development of new or modified nuclear weapons outlined by section 4209 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2529).(f) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Administration.— The term Administration, with respect to any authority, duty, or responsibility provided by this section, does not include the Office of Naval Reactors.(2) Prototyping.— The term prototyping means the development of any physical or virtual model used to evaluate the technical or manufacturing feasibility or military utility of a technology, process, concept, end item, or system.

    The bill says: National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2401 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end of subtitle A the following new section:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2401)

  752. 50 U.S.C. 2753(a)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3115(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1)(A), in the first sentence, by inserting "prior to entry into Phase 6.3 or Phase 3, as appropriate" after "Administration"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2753)

  753. 50 U.S.C. 2753(a)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3115(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2)(A), by inserting "prior to entry into Phase 6.3" after "project"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2753)

  754. 50 U.S.C. 2753(c)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 3115(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (B) and (C) as subparagraphs (C) and (D), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2753)

  755. 50 U.S.C. 2753(c)(2)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 3115(2)

    (B) the results of the review conducted by the Director of Cost Estimating and Program Evaluation are consistent with section 3221(d)(1)(F) of the National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2411(d)(1)(F)).

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following new subparagraph (B):

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2753)

  756. 50 U.S.C. 2661(e)(1)(C)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 3116

    (C)(i) owned by or contracted to the National Nuclear Security Administration, including any facility that stores or uses special nuclear material; or(ii) a national security laboratory or nuclear weapons production facility.

    The bill says: Section 4510(e)(1)(C) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2661(e)(1)(C)) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2661)

  757. 50 U.S.C. 2701(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 3117

    The bill says: Section 4601(c)(1) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2701(c)(1)) is amended by striking "2026" and inserting "2036".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2701)

  758. 50 U.S.C. 2791added 4816by S. 2296 Sec. 3118(a)

    4816 Appropriate scoping of artificial intelligence research within the Administration.—(a) In general.— Funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2026, or any subsequent fiscal year, for the Administration for the purposes of conducting research and development of artificial intelligence technologies, executing a program to develop or manage the application of such technologies, or developing, acquiring, or sustaining any associated computing hardware or supporting infrastructure may only be used to support the nuclear security missions of the Administration.(b) Rule of construction.— The limitation described in subsection (a) shall not be interpreted—(1) to prohibit the establishment of an enduring national security artificial intelligence research and development program in any component of the Department of Energy other than the Administration or in any other Federal agency; or(2) to impede the use of resources of the Administration, including resources provided by a national security laboratory or a nuclear weapons production facility site, to support the execution of an enduring national security artificial intelligence research and development program or activity, if such support is provided—(A) on a full cost recovery basis, including any associated infrastructure or utility costs, to an entity that is not a component of the Department of Energy; and(B) in a manner that does not interfere with the nuclear security mission of such laboratory or facility.

    The bill says: Subtitle B of title XLVIII of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2791 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following section:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 2791)

  759. 37 U.S.C. 910(g)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5611(a)

    The bill says: Section 910(g) of title 37, United States Code, relating to income replacement payments for reserve component members experiencing extended and frequent mobilization for active duty service, is amended by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2026".

    Bill text · Current law (37 U.S.C. 910)

  760. 37 U.S.C. 333(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5611(c)

    The bill says: Section 333(i) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2026".

    Bill text · Current law (37 U.S.C. 333)

  761. 37 U.S.C. 403(b)(7)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5611(e)

    The bill says: in paragraph (7)(E), relating to an area covered by a major disaster declaration or containing an installation experiencing an influx of military personnel, by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2026"; and

    Bill text · Current law (37 U.S.C. 403)

  762. 37 U.S.C. 403(b)(8)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5611(e)

    The bill says: in paragraph (8)(C), relating to an area where actual housing costs differ from current rates by more than 20 percent, by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2026".

    Bill text · Current law (37 U.S.C. 403)

  763. 18 U.S.C. 793changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6021

    The bill says: Section 793 of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting "video," after "photographic negative," each place such term appears.

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 793)

  764. 42 U.S.C. 16279bchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 6023(g)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "The Secretary" and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 16279b)

  765. 42 U.S.C. 16279b(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6023(g)

    The bill says: by striking "financing,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 16279b)

  766. 42 U.S.C. 16279b(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6023(g)

    The bill says: by striking "and" after the semicolon at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 16279b)

  767. 42 U.S.C. 16279b(a)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6023(g)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "preparations for"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 16279b)

  768. 42 U.S.C. 16279b(a)(2)(C)(v)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6023(g)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C)(v), by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 16279b)

  769. 42 U.S.C. 16279b(a)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 6023(g)

    (3) to support, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, the safe, secure, and peaceful use of civil nuclear technology in countries developing nuclear energy programs, with a focus on countries that have increased civil nuclear cooperation with the Russian Federation or the People’s Republic of China; and(4) to promote the fullest utilization of the reactors, fuel, equipment, services, and technology of U.S. nuclear energy companies (as defined in subsection (b) of the International Nuclear Energy Act of 2025) in civil nuclear energy programs outside the United States through—(A) bilateral and multilateral arrangements developed and executed with the concurrence of the Secretary of State that contain commitments for the utilization of the reactors, fuel, equipment, services, and technology of U.S. nuclear energy companies (as defined in that subsection);(B) the designation of 1 or more U.S. nuclear energy companies (as defined in that subsection) to implement an arrangement under subparagraph (A) if the Secretary determines that the designation is necessary and appropriate to achieve the objectives of this section; and(C) the waiver of any provision of law relating to competition with respect to any activity related to an arrangement under subparagraph (A) if the Secretary, in consultation with the Attorney General and the Secretary of Commerce, determines that a waiver is necessary and appropriate to achieve the objectives of this section.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 16279b)

  770. 42 U.S.C. 16279badded (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 6023(g)

    (b) Requirements.— The program under subsection (a) shall be supported in consultation with the Secretary of State and implemented by the Secretary—(1) to facilitate, to the maximum extent practicable, workshops and expert-based exchanges to engage industry, stakeholders, and foreign governments with respect to international civil nuclear issues, such as—(A) training;(B) financing;(C) safety;(D) security;(E) safeguards;(F) liability;(G) advanced fuels;(H) operations; and(I) options for multinational cooperation with respect to the disposal of spent nuclear fuel (as defined in section 2 of the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982 (42 U.S.C. 10101)); and(2) in coordination with any Federal agency that the President determines to be appropriate.(c) Authorization of appropriations.— Of funds appropriated or otherwise made available to the Secretary to carry out the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2151 et seq.) in fiscal years 2026 through 2030, the Secretary may use $15,500,000 to carry out this section.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 16279b)

  771. 15 U.S.C. 278s(i)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6026(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by striking "and update not less frequently than once every 3 years thereafter,";

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 278s)

  772. 15 U.S.C. 278s(i)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 6026(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (D) through (M) as subparagraphs (E) through (N), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 278s)

  773. 15 U.S.C. 278s(i)added (D)by S. 2296 Sec. 6026(a)

    (D) to update the strategic plan developed under subparagraph (C) not less frequently than once every 4 years such that the planning cycle for the updates aligns with the planning cycle for updates to the National Strategy for Advanced Manufacturing required under section 102(c)(4) of the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010 (42 U.S.C. 6622(c)(4)) to better ensure the Program reflects the priorities of the national strategy;

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (C), the following new bsubparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 278s)

  774. 50 U.S.C. 4564(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6027

    The bill says: Section 717(a) of the Defense Production Act of 1950 (50 U.S.C. 4564(a)) is amended by striking "September 30, 2025" and inserting "September 30, 2026".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4564)

  775. 22 U.S.C. 611added (q)by S. 2296 Sec. 6028(a)

    (q) Informational material.— The term "informational material" means any material that a person disseminating the material believes or has reason to believe will, or that the person intends to in any way, influence any agency or official of the Government of the United States or any section of the public within the United States with reference to—(1) formulating, adopting, or changing the domestic or foreign policies of the United States; or(2) the political or public interests, policies, or relations of a government of a foreign country or a foreign political party.

    The bill says: Section 1 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 611) is amended by inserting after subsection (p) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 611)

  776. 22 U.S.C. 614changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6028(b)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "political propaganda" and inserting "informational materials";

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 614)

  777. 22 U.S.C. 614(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6028(b)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by inserting "that states the name of the foreign country in which the foreign principal is located, " after "on behalf of the foreign principal,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 614)

  778. 22 U.S.C. 614changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6028(b)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (e) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 614)

  779. 22 U.S.C. 621changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6028(c)

    The bill says: Section 11 of the Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended (22 U.S.C. 621) is amended by striking "political propaganda" and inserting "informational material".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 621)

  780. 15 U.S.C. 1681changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6029(a)

    (1) Definitions.— In this subsection:(A) Armed forces.— The term armed forces has the meaning given the term in section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code.(B) Armed forces member consumer.— The term armed forces member consumer means a consumer who, regardless of duty status, is a member of the armed forces.

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 1681)

  781. 15 U.S.C. 1681(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6029(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2)(A), by striking "active duty military consumer" and inserting "armed forces member consumer"; and

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 1681)

  782. 15 U.S.C. 1681changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6029(a)

    The bill says: in section 625(b)(1)(K) (15 U.S.C. 1681t(b)(1)(K)), by striking "active duty military consumers" and inserting "armed forces member consumers".

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 1681)

  783. 22 U.S.C. 613changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6030(b)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subsection (a), by inserting ", except as provided in subsection (i)" after "principals"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 613)

  784. 22 U.S.C. 613added (i)by S. 2296 Sec. 6030(b)

    (i) Limitations.— The exemptions under subsections (d)(1), (d)(2), and (h) shall not apply to any agent of a foreign principal that is a corporate or government entity that is owned or controlled by 1 or more of the identified countries listed in clauses (i) through (v) of section 1(m)(1)(A) of the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 (22 U.S.C. 2651a(m)(1)(A)).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 613)

  785. 22 U.S.C. 2651a(m)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 6030(c)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (6) and (7) as paragraphs (7) and (8), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2651a)

  786. 22 U.S.C. 2651a(m)added (6)by S. 2296 Sec. 6030(c)

    (6) Modification to definition of "country of concern".—(A) In general.— The Secretary of State may, in consultation with the Attorney General, propose the addition or deletion of countries described in paragraph (1)(A).(B) Submission.— Any proposal described in subparagraph (A) shall—(i) be submitted to the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives; and(ii) become effective upon enactment of a joint resolution of approval as described in subparagraph (C).(C) Joint resolution of approval.—(i) In general.— For purposes of subparagraph (B)(ii), the term joint resolution of approval means only a joint resolution—(I) that does not have a preamble;(II) that includes in the matter after the resolving clause the following: "That Congress approves the modification of the definition of "country of concern" under section 1(m) of the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956, as submitted by the Secretary of State on ____; and section 1(m)(1)(A) of the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 (22 U.S.C. 2651a(m)(1)(A)) is amended by ______.", the blank spaces being appropriately filled in with the appropriate date and the amendatory language required to modify the list of countries in paragraph (1)(A) of this subsection by adding or deleting 1 or more countries; and(III) the title of which is as follows: "Joint resolution approving modifications to definition of "country of concern" under section 1(m) of the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956.".(ii) Referral.—(I) Senate.— A resolution described in clause (i) that is introduced in the Senate shall be referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate.(II) House of Representatives.— A resolution described in clause (i) that is introduced in the House of Representatives shall be referred to the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (5) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2651a)

  787. 15 U.S.C. 78p(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6034(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by inserting "(including, solely for the purposes of this subsection, every person who is a director or an officer of a foreign private issuer, as that term is defined in section 240.3b–4 of title 17, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation)" after "an officer of the issuer of such security";

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 78p)

  788. 15 U.S.C. 78p(a)(2)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6034(b)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; or"; and

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 78p)

  789. 15 U.S.C. 78p(a)(2)added (D)by S. 2296 Sec. 6034(b)

    (D) with respect to a foreign private issuer, the securities of which are, as of the date of enactment of the Holding Foreign Insiders Accountable Act, registered pursuant to subsection (b) or (g) of section 12, on the date that is 90 days after that date of enactment.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 78p)

  790. 15 U.S.C. 78p(a)(4)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6034(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4)(A), by inserting "and in English" after "electronically".

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 78p)

  791. 12 U.S.C. 4703(b)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 6035

    (5) Annual testimony.— The Secretary of the Treasury (or a designee of the Secretary) shall, at the discretion of the chairman of the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and chairman of the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives, annually testify before such committees (or a subcommittee of such committees) regarding the operations of the Fund during the previous fiscal year.

    The bill says: Section 104(b) of the Community Development Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1994 (12 U.S.C. 4703(b)) is amended by adding to the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4703)

  792. 12 U.S.C. 4713a(c)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6036(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(2), by striking ", multiplied by an amount equal to the outstanding principal balance of issued notes or bonds";

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4713a)

  793. 12 U.S.C. 4713arewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 6036(c)

    The bill says: by amending subsection (e)(2) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4713a)

  794. 12 U.S.C. 4713a(k)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6036(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (k), by striking "September 30, 2014" and inserting "the date that is 4 years after the later of the date of enactment of the CDFI Bond Guarantee Program Improvement Act of 2025 or December 31, 2029.".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4713a)

  795. Public Law 103-325addedby S. 2296 Sec. 6036(c)

    The bill says: The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Riegle Community Development and Regulatory Improvement Act of 1994 (Public Law 103–325; 108 Stat. 2160) is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 114 the following:

    Bill text

  796. 12 U.S.C. 4712changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6037(a)

    (a) Assistance.—(1) In general.— The Fund may provide funds to organizations for the purpose of—(A) purchasing loans that are originated by community development financial institutions, loan participations, or interests therein from community development financial institutions;(B) providing guarantees, loan loss reserves, or other forms of credit enhancement to promote liquidity for community development financial institutions; and(C) otherwise enhancing the liquidity of community development financial institutions.(2) Construction of Federal Government funds.— For purposes of this subsection, notwithstanding section 105(a)(9) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5305(a)(9)), funds provided pursuant to such Act shall be considered to be Federal Government funds.

    The bill says: by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4712)

  797. 12 U.S.C. 4712changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6037(a)

    (b) Selection.—(1) In general.— The selection of organizations to receive assistance and the amount of assistance to be provided to any organization under this section shall be at the discretion of the Fund and in accordance with criteria established by the Fund.(2) Eligibility.— Organizations eligible to receive assistance under this section—(A) shall have a primary purpose of promoting community development; and(B) are not required to be community development financial institutions.(3) Prioritization.— For the purpose of making an award of funds under this section, the Fund shall prioritize the selection of organizations that—(A) demonstrate relevant experience or an ability to carry out the activities under this section, including experience leading or participating in loan purchase structures or purchasing or participating in the purchase of, assigning, or otherwise transferring, assets from community development financial institutions;(B) demonstrate the capacity to increase the number or dollar volume of loan originations or expand the products or services of community development financial institutions, including by leveraging the award with private capital; and(C) will use the funds to support community development financial institutions that represent broad geographic coverage or that serve borrowers that have experienced significant unmet capital or financial services needs.

    The bill says: by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4712)

  798. 12 U.S.C. 4712(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6037(a)

    The bill says: by striking "$5,000,000" and inserting "$20,000,000"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4712)

  799. 12 U.S.C. 4712(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6037(a)

    The bill says: by striking "during any 3-year period"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4712)

  800. 12 U.S.C. 4712added (g)by S. 2296 Sec. 6037(a)

    (g) Regulations.— The Secretary may promulgate such regulations as may be necessary or appropriate to carry out the authorities or purposes of this section.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4712)

  801. 12 U.S.C. 4703achangedby S. 2296 Sec. 6037(b)

    (l) Deposit of funds.— All funds received by the Secretary in connection with purchases made pursuant this section, including interest payments, dividend payments, and proceeds from the sale of any financial instrument, shall be deposited into the Fund and used—(1) to provide financial assistance to organizations pursuant to section 113; and(2) to provide financial and technical assistance pursuant to section 108, except that subsection (e) of that section shall be waived.

    The bill says: Section 104A of the Community Development Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1994 (12 U.S.C. 4703a) is amended by striking subsection (l) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4703a)

  802. 42 U.S.C. 1472added (j)by S. 2296 Sec. 6038

    (j) Set aside for native community development financial institutions.—(1) Definitions.— In this subsection—(A) the term Alaska Native has the meaning given the term Native in section 3(b) of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (43 U.S.C. 1602(b));(B) the term appropriate congressional committees means—(i) the Committee on Agriculture of the Senate;(ii) the Committee on Indian Affairs of the Senate;(iii) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate;(iv) the Committee on Agriculture of the House of Representatives;(v) the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives; and(vi) the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives;(C) the term community development financial institution has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the Community Development Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1994 (12 U.S.C. 4702);(D) the term Indian Tribe has the meaning given the term Indian tribe in section 4 of the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (25 U.S.C. 4103);(E) the term Native community development financial institution means an entity—(i) that has been certified as a community development financial institution by the Secretary of the Treasury;(ii) that is not less than 51 percent owned or controlled by members of Indian Tribes, Alaska Native communities, or Native Hawaiian communities; and(iii) for which not less than 51 percent of the activities of the entity serve Indian Tribes, Alaska Native communities, or Native Hawaiian communities;(F) the term Native Hawaiian has the meaning given the term in section 801 of the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (25 U.S.C. 4221); and(G) the term priority Tribal land means—(i) any land located within the boundaries of—(I) an Indian reservation, pueblo, or rancheria; or(II) a former reservation within Oklahoma;(ii) any land not located within the boundaries of an Indian reservation, pueblo, or rancheria, the title to which is held—(I) in trust by the United States for the benefit of an Indian Tribe or an individual Indian;(II) by an Indian Tribe or an individual Indian, subject to restriction against alienation under laws of the United States; or(III) by a dependent Indian community;(iii) any land located within a region established pursuant to section 7(a) of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (43 U.S.C. 1606(a));(iv) Hawaiian Home Lands, as defined in section 801 of the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (25 U.S.C. 4221); or(v) those areas or communities designated by the Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs of the Department of the Interior that are near, adjacent, or contiguous to reservations where financial assistance and social service programs are provided to Indians because of their status as Indians.(2) Purpose.— The purpose of this subsection is to—(A) increase homeownership opportunities for Indian Tribes, Alaska Native Communities, and Native Hawaiian communities in rural areas; and(B) provide capital to Native community development financial institutions to increase the number of mortgage transactions carried out by those institutions.(3) Set aside for Native CDFIs.— Of amounts appropriated to make direct loans under this section for each fiscal year, the Secretary may use not more than $50,000,000 to make direct loans to Native community development financial institutions in accordance with this subsection.(4) Application requirements.— A Native community development financial institution desiring a loan under this subsection shall demonstrate that the institution—(A) can provide the non-Federal cost share required under paragraph (6); and(B) is able to originate and service loans for single family homes.(5) Lending requirements.— A Native community development financial institution that receives a loan pursuant to this subsection shall—(A) use those amounts to make loans to borrowers—(i) who otherwise meet the requirements for a loan under this section; and(ii) who—(I) are members of an Indian Tribe, an Alaska Native community, or a Native Hawaiian community; or(II) maintain a household in which not less than 1 member is a member of an Indian Tribe, an Alaska Native community, or a Native Hawaiian community; and(B) in making loans under subparagraph (A), give priority to borrowers described in that subparagraph who are residing on priority Tribal land.(6) Non-Federal cost share.—(A) In general.— A Native community development financial institution that receives a loan under this section shall be required to match not less than 20 percent of the amount received.(B) Waiver.— In the case of a loan for which amounts are used to make loans to borrowers described in paragraph (5)(B), the Secretary shall waive the non-Federal cost share requirement described in subparagraph (A) with respect to those loan amounts.(7) Reporting.—(A) Annual report by Native CDFIs.— Each Native community development financial institution that receives a loan pursuant to this subsection shall submit an annual report to the Secretary on the lending activities of the institution using the loan amounts, which shall include—(i) a description of the outreach efforts of the institution in local communities to identify eligible borrowers;(ii) a description of how the institution leveraged additional capital to reach prospective borrowers;(iii) the number of loan applications received, approved, and deployed;(iv) the average loan amount;(v) the number of finalized loans that were made on Tribal trust lands and not on Tribal trust lands; and(vi) the number of finalized loans that were made on priority Tribal land and not priority Tribal land.(B) Annual report to Congress.— Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, and every year thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional communities a report tha

    The bill says: Section 502 of the Housing Act of 1949 (42 U.S.C. 1472) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1472)

  803. 18 U.S.C. 1201renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 6072(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i);

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1201)

  804. 18 U.S.C. 1201added (h)by S. 2296 Sec. 6072(2)

    (h) Sentence enhancements for offenses directed by or coordinated with foreign governments.—(1) In general.— The sentence of a person convicted of an offense under subsection (a) may be increased by up to 10 years if such offense was committed knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government.(2) Conspiracy.— The sentence of a person convicted of conspiring to commit a violation of subsection (a) as part of a conspiracy under the elements specified in subsection (c) may be increased by up to 10 years if—(A) 1 or more of the persons involved in such conspiracy were knowingly acting in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government; and(B) the person convicted of conspiring to commit a violation of subsection (a) knew that 1 or more of the persons involved in such conspiracy were knowingly acting in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government.(3) Attempt.— The sentence of a person convicted of an attempt to violate subsection (a) may be increased by up to 5 years if such attempt was knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (g) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1201)

  805. 18 U.S.C. 1201(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6072(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (i), as so designated, by inserting "Definition.—" before "As used in this section".

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1201)

  806. 18 U.S.C. 1958renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 6073(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (b) as subsection (c);

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1958)

  807. 18 U.S.C. 1958added (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 6073(a)

    (b) Sentence enhancements for offenses directed by or coordinated with foreign governments.— The sentence of a person convicted of an offense under subsection (a)—(1) may be increased by up to 5 years, if such offense was committed knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government; and(2) may be increased by up to 10 years—(A) if such offense was committed knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government; and(B) personal injury results.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (a) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1958)

  808. 18 U.S.C. 1958(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6073(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), as so redesignated, by inserting "Definitions.—" before "As used in this section".

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1958)

  809. 18 U.S.C. 2332b(g)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6073(b)

    The bill says: Section 2332b(g)(2) of title 18, United States Code, is amended by striking "section 1958(b)(2)" and inserting "section 1958".

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 2332b)

  810. 21 U.S.C. 960a(d)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6073(b)

    The bill says: Section 1010A(d) of the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act (21 U.S.C. 960a(d)) is amended by striking "section 1958(b)(1)" and inserting "section 1958".

    Bill text · Current law (21 U.S.C. 960a)

  811. 18 U.S.C. 115(b)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 6074

    (5) The sentence of a person convicted of an offense under subsection (a), if such offense was committed knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government—(A) may be increased by up to 5 years if the offense committed was an assault involving physical contact with the victim of that assault or the intent to commit another felony;(B) may be increased by up to 10 years if—(i) the offense committed was an assault resulting in bodily injury (including serious bodily injury (as that term is defined in section 1365 of this title));(ii) the offense involved any conduct that, if the conduct occurred in the special maritime and territorial jurisdiction of the United States, would violate section 2241 or 2242 of this title; or(iii) a dangerous weapon was used during and in relation to the offense; and(C) may be increased by up to 10 years if the offense committed was a murder, attempted murder, or conspiracy to murder.

    The bill says: Section 115(b) of title 18, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 115)

  812. 18 U.S.C. 2261Achangedby S. 2296 Sec. 6075(1)

    The bill says: by striking "Whoever—" and inserting "(a) In general.—Except as provided in subsection (b), whoever—"; and

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 2261A)

  813. 18 U.S.C. 2261Aadded (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 6075(2)

    (b) Enhanced penalties for offenses involving foreign governments.— The sentence of a person convicted of an offense under paragraph (1) or (2) of subsection (a), if such offense was committed knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government—(1) may be increased by up to 5 years if—(A) serious bodily injury (including permanent disfigurement or life threatening bodily injury) to the victim results;(B) the offender uses a dangerous weapon during the offense; or(C) the victim of the offense is under the age of 18 years;(2) may be increased by up to 10 years if death of the victim results; and(3) may be increased by up to 30 months in any other case.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 2261A)

  814. 18 U.S.C. 1114renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 6076(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (b) as subsection (c); and

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1114)

  815. 18 U.S.C. 1114added (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 6076(2)

    (b) Sentence enhancements for offenses directed by or coordinated with foreign governments.— The sentence of a person convicted of an offense under subsection (a) may be increased by up to 10 years if such offense was committed knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (a) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1114)

  816. 18 U.S.C. 1751renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 6077(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (f) through (k) as subsections (g) through (i), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1751)

  817. 18 U.S.C. 1751added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 6077(2)

    (f)(1) The sentence of a person convicted of an offense under subsection (a), (b), or (c) may be increased by up to 10 years if such offense was committed knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government.(2) The sentence of a person convicted of conspiring to kill or kidnap any individual designated in subsection (a) as part of a conspiracy under the elements specified in subsection (d) may be increased by up to 10 years if—(A) 1 or more of the persons involved in such conspiracy were knowingly acting in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government; and(B) the person convicted of conspiring to kill or kidnap an individual designated in subsection (a) knew that 1 or more of the persons involved in such conspiracy were knowingly acting in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government.(3) The sentence of a person convicted of an offense under subsection (e) may be increased by up to 10 years if—(A) the victim was any person designated in subsection (a)(1); and(B) such offense was committed knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government.(4) The sentence of a person convicted of an offense under subsection (e) may be increased by up to 10 years if—(A) the victim was any person designated in subsection (a)(2); and(B) such offense was committed knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government.(5) The sentence of a person convicted of an offense under subsection (e) may be increased by up to 10 years if—(A)(i) the offense involved the use of a dangerous weapon; or(ii) personal injury resulted; and(B) such offense was committed knowingly at the direction of or in coordination with a foreign government or an agent of a foreign government.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (e) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1751)

  818. 50 U.S.C. 4811added 1758Aby S. 2296 Sec. 6083

    1758A. Control of exports of advanced integrated circuits.—(a) License requirement.—(1) In general.— Except as provided by paragraph (2), the Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security shall require a license for the export, reexport, or in-country transfer of an advanced integrated circuit or a product containing such a circuit.(2) Authority to exempt certain countries.— The requirement for a license under paragraph (1) does not apply with respect to the export, reexport, or in-country transfer of an advanced integrated circuit or a product containing such a circuit to or in a country that is listed in Country Group A:4, A:5, or A:6 in Supplement No. 1 to part 740 of the Export Administration Regulations.(b) Certification of priority for United States customers for certain advanced integrated circuits.—(1) Certification requirement.— The Under Secretary shall require a person submitting an application for a license to export, reexport, or in-country transfer an advanced integrated circuit or a product containing such a circuit to or in a country subject to a comprehensive United States arms embargo or a country of concern to certify in the application that—(A) United States persons had a right-of-first-refusal for the circuit or product, which means the person submitting the application—(i) upon reaching the decision to enter into a transaction for the sale of such a circuit or product to a person in a country subject to a comprehensive United States arms embargo or a country of concern, provided, in a manner accessible to United States persons, a notice of—(I) intent to sell the circuit or product to the person in that country; and(II) the terms of the transaction, including the price and quantity of the circuit or product involved in the transaction;(ii) allowed not less than 15 business days for United States persons to request to purchase the full quantity or a lesser quantity of the circuit or product on the terms (other than quantity) specified under clause (i); and(iii) provided preference to United States persons that requested to purchase the circuit or product over the person in the country described in clause (i); and(B) the person submitting the application—(i) has no current backlog of requests from United States persons for the circuit or product or a comparable circuit or product;(ii) cannot foresee the export, reexport, or in-country transfer of the circuit or product resulting in such a backlog or a reduction in the capacity of production lines for the production of the circuit or product for United States persons; and(iii) is not providing advantageous pricing or terms for the circuit or product to foreign persons that the person is not providing to United States persons.(2) Denial of applications without certification.— If a certification described in paragraph (1) is not submitted with an application for a license described in that paragraph, the Under Secretary shall deny the application.(3) Implementation.— Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Under Secretary shall prescribe regulations providing guidance for complying with the certification requirement under paragraph (1), which shall include—(A) a description of the acceptable formats for the notice required by paragraph (1)(A)(i);(B) establishment of a portal that allows—(i) persons applying for a license under this section to submit details regarding intended sales of advanced integrated circuits and products containing such circuits; and(ii) United States persons to view those details and submit requests to purchase such circuits or products pursuant to paragraph (1)(A)(ii);(C) procedures for handling multiple requests for an intended sale of such a circuit or product, which shall allow for combining requests for lesser quantities of the circuit or product to match the full quantity offered for sale;(D) recordkeeping requirements;(E) penalties for misrepresentation and concealment of material facts; and(F) metrics and procedures by which to determine whether—(i) the export, reexport, or in-country transfer of a circuit or product would create—(I) a backlog of requests described in paragraph (1)(B)(i); or(II) a reduction in capacity described in paragraph (1)(B)(ii); and(ii) the person selling the circuit or product is providing advantageous pricing or terms described in paragraph (1)(B)(iii) to foreign persons.(c) Definitions.—(1) Advanced integrated circuit.— In this section, the term advanced integrated circuit means an integrated circuit (as defined Export Control Classification Number 3A090 in the Commerce Control List) that has one or more digital processing units with—(A) a total processing performance of 2,400 or more and a performance density of 1.6 or more;(B) a total processing performance of 1,600 or more and a performance density of 3.2 or more; or(C) a total DRAM bandwidth of 1,400 gigabytes per second or more, interconnect bandwidth of 1,100 gigabytes per second or more, or a sum of DRAM bandwidth and interconnect bandwidth of 1,700 gigabytes per second or more.(2) Commerce Control List.— In this section, the term Commerce Control List means the list set forth in Supplement No. 1 to part 774 of the Export Administration Regulations.(3) Country of concern.— In this section, the term country of concern means a country that the Director of National Intelligence assesses is hosting, or has the intention of hosting, a military or intelligence facility associated with a country subject to a comprehensive United States arms embargo.(4) Performance density; total processing performance.— In this section, the terms performance density and total processing performance have the meanings given those terms in, and are calculated as provided for under, Export Control Classification Number 3A090 in the Commerce Control List.

    The bill says: Part I of the Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (50 U.S.C. 4811 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 1758 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 4811)

  819. 10 U.S.C. 1580(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6101

    The bill says: Section 1125(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (10 U.S.C. 1580 note prec.; Public Law 114–328) is amended by inserting "and includes supporting units of a facility at an installation or base" after "United States".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1580)

  820. Public Law 116-92repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 6211

    The bill says: The Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2019 (title LXXIV of division F of Public Law 116–92; 22 U.S.C. 8791 note) is hereby repealed.

    Bill text

  821. Public Law 116-283added (27)by S. 2296 Sec. 6222

    (27) An assessment of the use by the Russian Federation of chemical weapons (including chemical munitions) during the preceding year, which shall include an assessment of each of the following:(A) The use, as part of armed conflict, of any substance the use of which is prohibited by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons or any other chemicals the use of which is considered by the United States to be a violation of international obligations.(B) The use of chemical weapons or agents to kill, maim, or incapacitate individuals outside an armed conflict.(C) Any actions taken by the United States Government to hold the Russian Federation accountable for the actions described in subparagraphs (A) and (B).

    The bill says: Section 1234 of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 134 Stat. 3936) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text

  822. 22 U.S.C. 2778(l)added (8)by S. 2296 Sec. 6240B

    (8) Exemption from certain requirements.—(A) In general.— Defense articles sold by the United States under this Act, whether pursuant to the exemption authorized under this section or identical to defense articles eligible for export under that exemption, may be reexported, retransferred or temporarily imported exclusively between the Government of Australia, the Government of the United Kingdom, or entities eligible under section 126.7(b)(2) of title 22 of the Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulations, notwithstanding the requirement for the consent of the President under section 3(a)(2) of this Act, or under section 505(a)(1) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2314(a)(1)(B).(B) Intra-company, intra-organizational, and intra-governmental transfers.— Intra-company, intra-organization, and intra-governmental transfers related to defense articles and defense services described under subparagraph (A) are authorized between officers, employees, and agents who satisfy section 120.64 of title 22 of the Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulations, including dual or third country nationals who satisfy section 126.18 of title 22 of the Code of Federal Regulations, or successor regulations.

    The bill says: Section 38(l) of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2778(l)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2778)

  823. Public Law 117-263changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6241(a)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "and Israel" and inserting "Israel, and the United States defense industrial base "; and

    Bill text

  824. Public Law 117-263(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6241(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "or Israel" each place it appears and inserting "Israel, or the United States defense industrial base"; and

    Bill text

  825. Public Law 117-263(a)(5)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6241(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (5), by striking "or Israel" each place it appears and inserting "Israel, or the United States defense industrial base".

    Bill text

  826. Public Law 117-263changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6241(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents at the beginning of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117–263; 136 Stat. 2395) is amended by striking the item relating to section 1244 and inserting the following:

    Bill text

  827. Public Law 117-263changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6241(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents at the beginning of title XII of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117–263; 136 Stat. 2820) is amended by striking the item relating to section 1244 and inserting the following:

    Bill text

  828. 22 U.S.C. 2318(a)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 6242(b)

    (4) In addition to amounts otherwise specified in this section, the President may direct the drawdown of weapons and materiel treated as stocks of the United States, seized pursuant to section 126_(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, to be provided to foreign partners.

    The bill says: Section 506(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2318(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2318)

  829. 50 U.S.C. 3191changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6551(c)

    The bill says: Title X of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3191 et seq.) is amended by striking subtitle B (50 U.S.C. 3201 et seq.).

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3191)

  830. 10 U.S.C. 2391(d)(1)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 7801

    (C) A project selected to receive assistance under this subsection may include a demolition project.

    The bill says: Section 2391(d)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2391)

  831. 10 U.S.C. 2884(c)added (15)by S. 2296 Sec. 7813(a)

    (15) An overview of the housing data being used by the Department and the housing data being sought from management companies.(16) An assessment of how the Secretary of each military department is using such housing data to inform the on-base housing decisions for such military department.(17) An explanation of the limitations of any customer satisfaction data collected (including with respect to the availability of survey data), the process for determining resident satisfaction, and reasons for missing data.(18) To the maximum extent practicable, a breakdown of the information under this paragraph by installation and military housing project.

    The bill says: Subsection (c) of section 2884 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 2884)

  832. 50 U.S.C. 3001added 1115by S. 2296 Sec. 301(a)

    1115 Unauthorized access to intelligence community property.—(a) In general.— It shall be unlawful, within the jurisdiction of the United States, without authorization to willfully go upon any property, while knowing that such property is—(1) under the jurisdiction of an element of the intelligence community; and(2) closed or restricted.(b) Penalties.— Any person who violates subsection (a) with intent to gather intelligence or information to the detriment of the United States shall—(1) in the case of the first offense, be fined under section 3517 of title 18, United States Code, imprisoned not more than 6 months, or both;(2) in the case of a second offense after a prior conviction under subsection (a) has become final, be fined under such title, imprisoned not more than 2 years, or both; and(3) in the case of a third or subsequent offense after a prior conviction under subsection (a) has become final, be fined under such title, imprisoned not more than 5 years, or both.

    The bill says: The National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  833. 50 U.S.C. 3364rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 303(1)

    The bill says: by amending subsection (b) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3364)

  834. 50 U.S.C. 3364(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 303(2)

    The bill says: by striking "number and themes of"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3364)

  835. 50 U.S.C. 3364(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 303(2)

    The bill says: by striking the period at the end and inserting ", including the number and themes of such incidents and a list of each intelligence product reported during the preceding 1-year period to the Analytic Ombudsman of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3364)

  836. 50 U.S.C. 3037(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 305(a)

    The bill says: Section 104B(a) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3037(a)) is amended by inserting ", by and with the advice and consent of the Senate" after "President".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3037)

  837. 50 U.S.C. 3602added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 305(b)

    (c) There is a Deputy Director of the National Security Agency, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.

    The bill says: Section 2 of the National Security Agency Act of 1959 (50 U.S.C. 3602) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3602)

  838. 50 U.S.C. 3056(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 305(c)

    The bill says: Section 119(b)(1) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3056(b)(1)) is amended by striking "President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate" and inserting "Director of National Intelligence".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3056)

  839. 50 U.S.C. 3382a(a)a new sectionchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 305(d)

    The bill says: Section 902(a) of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003 (50 U.S.C. 3382a)) is amended by striking "President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate" and inserting "Director of National Intelligence".

    Bill text

  840. 50 U.S.C. 3028(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 305(e)

    The bill says: Section 103C(a) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3028(a)) is amended by striking "by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate" and inserting "by the Director of National Intelligence".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3028)

  841. 50 U.S.C. 3520(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 305(f)

    The bill says: Section 20(a) of the Central Intelligence Agency Act of 1949 (50 U.S.C. 3520(a)) is amended by striking "by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate" and inserting "by the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3520)

  842. 20 U.S.C. 1015drenumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 308(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (c) and (d) as subsections (d) and (e), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (20 U.S.C. 1015d)

  843. 20 U.S.C. 1015dadded (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 308(2)

    (c) Special rule.— With respect to a member of a qualifying Federal service who is an officer or employee of an element of the intelligence community, the term permanent duty station, as used in this section, shall exclude a permanent duty station that is within 50 miles of the headquarters facility of such element.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (b) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (20 U.S.C. 1015d)

  844. 50 U.S.C. 3531added (d)by S. 2296 Sec. 309

    (d) Annual Agency climate assessment.—(1) In general.— Not less frequently than once every 365 days, the Director shall—(A) complete an Agency climate assessment—(i) that does not request any information that would make an Agency employee or an Agency employee's position identifiable;(ii) for the purposes of—(I) preventing and responding to sexual assault and sexual harassment; and(II) examining the prevalence of sexual assault and sexual harassment occurring among the Agency's workforce; and(iii) that includes an opportunity for Agency employees to express their opinions regarding the manner and extent to which the Agency responds to allegations of sexual assault and complaints of sexual harassment, and the effectiveness of such response; and(B) submit to the appropriate congressional committees the findings of the Director with respect to the climate assessment completed pursuant to subparagraph (A).(2) Appropriate congressional committees defined.— In this subsection, the term appropriate congressional committees means—(A) the Select Committee on Intelligence and the Subcommittee on Defense of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and(B) the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and the Subcommittee on Defense of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.

    The bill says: Section 30 of the Central Intelligence Agency Act of 1949 (50 U.S.C. 3531) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3531)

  845. Public Law 112-239(e)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 312(b)

    The bill says: Section 1261(e)(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239) is amended by inserting "until December 31, 2026" after "thereafter".

    Bill text

  846. 50 U.S.C. 3527rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 313

    26 Chaplain Corps and Chief of Chaplains.—(a) Establishment of Chaplain Corps.— There is in the Agency a Chaplain Corps for the provision of spiritual and religious pastoral services.(b) Chief of Chaplains.— The head of the Chaplain Corps shall be the Chief of Chaplains, who shall be appointed by the Director and report directly to the Director.(c) Global presence, services.— Chaplains of the Chaplain Corps shall—(1) be located—(A) at the headquarters building of the Agency; and(B) outside the United States in each region of the regional mission centers of the Agency; and(2) travel as necessary to provide services to personnel of the Agency where such personnel are located.(d) Staff.—(1) Employees.— The Chaplain Corps—(A) shall be staffed by full-time employees of the Agency; and(B) shall not be staffed by any government contractor.(2) Service.—(A) Exclusive role.— A member of the staff of the Chaplain Corps shall serve exclusively in the member's role in the Chaplain Corps.(B) Not collateral duty.— Assignment to the Chaplain Corps shall not be a collateral duty.(3) Appointment; compensation.— The Director may appoint and fix the compensation of such staff of the Chaplain Corps as the Director considers appropriate, except that the Director may not provide basic pay to any member of the staff of the Chaplain Corps at an annual rate of basic pay in excess of the maximum rate of basic pay for grade GS-15 of the General Schedule under section 5332 of title 5, United States Code.(4) Number of chaplains.— The ratio of chaplains of the Chaplain Corps to personnel of the Agency shall be, to the extent practicable, equal to the ratio of chaplains of the Armed Forces to members of the Armed Forces.(5) Qualifications of chaplains.— Each chaplain of the Chaplain Corps shall—(A) before being hired to the Chaplain Corps—(i) have had experience in chaplaincy or the provision of pastoral care; and(ii) be board certified and licensed as a chaplain by a national chaplaincy and pastoral care organization or equivalent; and(B) maintain such certification while in the Chaplain Corps.(e) Administration.— The Director shall—(1) reimburse members of the staff of the Chaplain Corps for work-related travel expenses;(2) provide security clearances, including one-time read-ins, to such members to ensure that personnel of the Agency can seek unrestricted chaplaincy counseling; and(3) furnish such physical workspace at the headquarters building of the Agency, and outside the United States in each region of the regional missions centers of the Agency, as the Director considers appropriate.(f) Privacy.— The Director shall implement privacy standards with respect to the physical workspaces of the Chaplain Corps to ensure privacy for individuals visiting such spaces.(g) Protection of Chaplain Corps.— The Director may not require a chaplain of the Chaplain Corps to perform any rite, ritual, or ceremony that is contrary to the conscience, moral principles, or religious beliefs of such chaplain.(h) Certifications to Congress.— Not less frequently than annually, the Director shall certify to Congress whether the chaplains of the Chaplain Corps meet the qualifications described in subsection (d)(5)(B).

    The bill says: Section 26 of the Central Intelligence Agency Act of 1949 (50 U.S.C. 3527) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3527)

  847. 50 U.S.C. 3503(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 315

    The bill says: Section 3(a) of the Central Intelligence Agency Act of 1949 (50 U.S.C. 3503(a)) is amended by striking "3069" and inserting "3066".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3503)

  848. 50 U.S.C. 3602added 23by S. 2296 Sec. 319

    23 Authority to produce and disseminate intelligence products.— The Director of the National Security Agency may correlate and evaluate intelligence related to national security and provide appropriate dissemination of such intelligence to appropriate legislative and executive branch customers.

    The bill says: The National Security Agency Act of 1959 (50 U.S.C. 3602 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3602)

  849. 50 U.S.C. 3091added 512Aby S. 2296 Sec. 321(a)

    512A. Annual report on Federal Bureau of Investigation case data.—(a) In general.— Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this section, and annually thereafter, the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation shall submit to the congressional intelligence committees, the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate, and the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives a report containing data on cases of the Federal Bureau of Investigation for the fiscal year preceding the fiscal year in which the report is submitted.(b) Elements.— Each report required by subsection (a) shall include, for the fiscal year covered by the report, the number of active cases, the number of unique cases, and the number of cases opened, for each of the following:(1) Russia counterintelligence cases.(2) China counterintelligence cases.(3) Espionage or leak cases.(4) All other counterintelligence cases.(5) ISIS counterterrorism cases.(6) Hizballah counterterrorism cases.(7) Cartel and other transnational criminal organization counterterrorism cases.(8) All other international counterterrorism cases.(9) Russia cyber national security cases.(10) China cyber national security cases.(11) All other cyber national security cases.(c) Form.— Each report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.

    The bill says: Title V of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3091 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 512 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3091)

  850. 50 U.S.C. 3024changedby S. 2296 Sec. 402(a)

    The bill says: Subsection (c)(7) of section 102A of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3024) is amended by striking "(A) The Director" and all that follows through "(B) The Director" and inserting "The Director".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3024)

  851. 50 U.S.C. 3001changedby S. 2296 Sec. 402(g)

    The bill says: in section 103(c)(15) (50 U.S.C. 3025(c)(15)), by striking ", including national intelligence centers"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  852. 50 U.S.C. 3001changedby S. 2296 Sec. 402(g)

    The bill says: in section 313(1) (50 U.S.C. 3079(1)), by striking "with section 102A(f)(8)" and inserting "with section 102A(e)(8)".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  853. 50 U.S.C. 3344(a)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 402(g)

    The bill says: Section 7(a)(1)(A) of the Reducing Over-Classification Act (50 U.S.C. 3344(a)(1)(A)) is amended by striking "of section 102A(g)(1)" and inserting "of section 102A(f)(1)".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3344)

  854. 50 U.S.C. 3364(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 402(g)

    The bill says: Section 1019(a) of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (50 U.S.C. 3364(a)) is amended by striking "out section 102A(h)" and inserting "out section 102A(g)".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3364)

  855. 50 U.S.C. 3026(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 404(a)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading, by striking "Principal"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3026)

  856. 50 U.S.C. 3026(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 404(a)

    The bill says: by striking "Principal" each place it appears.

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3026)

  857. 50 U.S.C. 3351bchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 404(a)

    The bill says: Section 6310 of the Damon Paul Nelson and Matthew Young Pollard Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 2018, 2019, and 2020 (50 U.S.C. 3351b) is amended by striking "Principal" each place it appears.

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3351b)

  858. 50 U.S.C. 3373(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 404(a)

    The bill says: Section 1683(b)(3) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (50 U.S.C. 3373(b)(3)) is amended by striking "Principal" both places it appears.

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3373)

  859. 50 U.S.C. 3026(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 404(b)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading, by striking "Deputy" and inserting "Assistant";

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3026)

  860. 50 U.S.C. 3026(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 404(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "may" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting the following: "is an Assistant Director of National Intelligence for Mission Integration and an Assistant Director of National Intelligence for Policy and Capabilities, who shall be appointed by the Director of National Intelligence."; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3026)

  861. 50 U.S.C. 3026(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 404(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "Deputy" and inserting "Assistant".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3026)

  862. 50 U.S.C. 3001changedby S. 2296 Sec. 404(b)

    The bill says: in section 102A(l)(4)(F) (50 U.S.C. 3024(l)(4)(F)), as redesignated by section 402(g)(1)(B), by striking "a Deputy" and inserting "an Assistant"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  863. 50 U.S.C. 3001removedby S. 2296 Sec. 404(b)

    The bill says: in section 103(c) (50 U.S.C. 3025(c)), by striking paragraph (3).

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  864. 50 U.S.C. 3027(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 405(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by adding "or coordinate the production of" after "produce"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3027)

  865. 50 U.S.C. 3027(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 405(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "and the requirements and resources of such collection and production".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3027)

  866. 50 U.S.C. 3031repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(e)

    The bill says: Section 103F of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3031) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3031)

  867. 50 U.S.C. 3382changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "Director" and inserting "Head";

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3382)

  868. 50 U.S.C. 3382changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3382)

  869. 50 U.S.C. 3382(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "the Director" and inserting "the individual serving as the head of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3382)

  870. 50 U.S.C. 3382(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "Subject to the direction and control of the Director of National Intelligence, the duties of the Director" and inserting "The duties of the head of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3382)

  871. 50 U.S.C. 3382(c)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking "Director of National Intelligence" and inserting "Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3382)

  872. 50 U.S.C. 3383(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by inserting "in the Counterintelligence Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation" before the period at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3383)

  873. 50 U.S.C. 3383(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center" and inserting "Assistant Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation for Counterintelligence or the Assistant Director's designee";

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3383)

  874. 50 U.S.C. 3383(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by striking "Office of the Director of National Intelligence" and inserting "Counterintelligence Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation";

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3383)

  875. 50 U.S.C. 3383(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "Director of" and inserting "head of"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3383)

  876. 50 U.S.C. 3383(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in paragraphs (2)(B), (4), and (5), by striking "Director of National Intelligence" each place it appears and inserting "Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation";

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3383)

  877. 50 U.S.C. 3383(f)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (f)(3), by striking "Director" and inserting "head";

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3383)

  878. 50 U.S.C. 3383(g)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (g)(2), by striking "Director" and inserting "head"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3383)

  879. 50 U.S.C. 3383(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (i), by striking "Office of the Director of National Intelligence" and inserting "Counterintelligence Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3383)

  880. 5 U.S.C. 5315a new sectionchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: Section 5315 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to the Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center.

    Bill text

  881. 50 U.S.C. 3001removedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in section 103(c) (50 U.S.C. 3025(c)), by striking paragraph (9);

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  882. 50 U.S.C. 3001(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "the Director" and inserting "the head"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  883. 50 U.S.C. 3001(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by striking "the Director shall" and inserting "the head of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center shall"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  884. 50 U.S.C. 3001(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "the Director" and inserting "the head"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  885. 50 U.S.C. 3001(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by striking "the Director shall" and inserting "the head of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center shall".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  886. Public Law 116-92changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in section 6306(c)(6) (50 U.S.C. 3370(c)(6)), by striking "the Director" and inserting "the head"; and

    Bill text

  887. Public Law 116-92changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in section 6508 (50 U.S.C. 3371d), by striking "Director of National Intelligence" both places it appears and inserting "Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation".

    Bill text

  888. 50 U.S.C. 3381changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: by striking "Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center" each place it appears and inserting "head of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3381)

  889. 50 U.S.C. 3381(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "appointed".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3381)

  890. 50 U.S.C. 3384(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking ", acting through the Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3384)

  891. 50 U.S.C. 3384(c)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center" and inserting "Director of National Intelligence, as the Security Executive Agent,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3384)

  892. 50 U.S.C. 3384(d)(1)(A)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A)(i), by striking "Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center" and inserting "Director of National Intelligence"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3384)

  893. 50 U.S.C. 3384(d)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "National Counterintelligence and Security Center" both places it appears and inserting "Federal Bureau of Investigation"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3384)

  894. 50 U.S.C. 3384(d)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2)(A), by striking "Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center" and inserting "Director of National Intelligence".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3384)

  895. 50 U.S.C. 3385(c)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 406(g)

    The bill says: Section 7334(c)(2) of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (50 U.S.C. 3385(c)(2)) is amended by striking "Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center" and inserting "head of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3385)

  896. 50 U.S.C. 3056(e)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 407(a)

    The bill says: Subsection (e) of section 119 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3056) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3056)

  897. 50 U.S.C. 3024(g)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 407(c)

    The bill says: Section 102A(g)(3) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3024(g)(3)) is amended by striking "National Counterterrorism Center" and inserting "National Counterterrorism and Counternarcotics Center".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3024)

  898. 6 U.S.C. 101changedby S. 2296 Sec. 407(c)

    The bill says: in section 201(d)(1) (6 U.S.C. 121(d)(1)), by striking "National Counterterrorism Center" and inserting "National Counterterrorism and Counternarcotics Center"; and

    Bill text · Current law (6 U.S.C. 101)

  899. 6 U.S.C. 101changedby S. 2296 Sec. 407(c)

    The bill says: in subsections (b), (c), (d), (f)(1), (f)(2)(A), and (f)(2)(C), by striking "National Counterterrorism Center" each place it appears and inserting "National Counterterrorism and Counternarcotics Center"; and

    Bill text · Current law (6 U.S.C. 101)

  900. 6 U.S.C. 101(f)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 407(c)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "Pursuant to section 119(f)(E) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 404o(f)(E)), the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center" and inserting "The Director of the National Counterterrorism and Counternarcotics Center"; and

    Bill text · Current law (6 U.S.C. 101)

  901. 6 U.S.C. 101(f)(2)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 407(c)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "119(f)(E)" and inserting "119(f)".

    Bill text · Current law (6 U.S.C. 101)

  902. Public Law 108-458changedby S. 2296 Sec. 407(c)

    The bill says: The Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (Public Law 108–458) is amended by striking "National Counterterrorism Center" each place it appears and inserting "National Counterterrorism and Counternarcotics Center".

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  903. 22 U.S.C. 2656jchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 407(c)

    The bill says: Section 1299F of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (22 U.S.C. 2656j) is amended by striking "Director of the National Counterterrorism Center" each place it appears and inserting "Director of the National Counterterrorism and Counternarcotics Center".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2656j)

  904. 50 U.S.C. 3307changedby S. 2296 Sec. 407(c)

    The bill says: Section 1079 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (50 U.S.C. 3307) is amended by striking "Director of the National Counterterrorism Center" both places it appears and inserting "Director of the National Counterterrorism and Counternarcotics Center".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3307)

  905. 50 U.S.C. 3001removedby S. 2296 Sec. 408(e)

    The bill says: in section 103(c) (50 U.S.C. 3025(c)), by striking paragraph (13); and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  906. 50 U.S.C. 3001(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 408(e)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "the Director of the National Counterproliferation and Biosecurity Center, who shall be appointed by the Director of National Intelligence" and inserting "the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency or the Director's designee";

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  907. 50 U.S.C. 3001(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 408(e)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "Office of the Director of National Intelligence" and inserting "Central Intelligence Agency"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  908. 50 U.S.C. 3001(a)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 408(e)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (4).

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  909. 50 U.S.C. 3058rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 409(a)

    119B. National Intelligence Task Forces.—(a) Authority to convene.— The Director of National Intelligence may convene 1 or more national intelligence task forces, as the Director considers necessary, to address intelligence priorities.(b) Task force authorities.— Pursuant to the direction of the Director of National Intelligence, a national intelligence task force convened under subsection (a) may—(1) be comprised of select employees of elements of the intelligence community, other than the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, as determined by the Director of National Intelligence to be necessary and appropriate for the task force;(2) convene at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence for a limited time in support of a specific intelligence matter recognized by the Director; and(3) be dissolved by the Director of National Intelligence not later than 540 days after the conclusion of support to a specific intelligence matter.(c) Transfer of responsibility.— If the specific intelligence matter a national intelligence task force has been convened to support has not concluded within 540 days after the establishment of the task force, the Director shall transfer responsibility for supporting the intelligence matter to a specific element of the intelligence community.(d) Compensation.— Employees of elements of the intelligence community participating in a national intelligence task force pursuant to subsection (b)(1) shall continue to receive compensation from their agency of employment.(e) Congressional notification.—(1) Notification required.— In any case in which a national intelligence task force convened under subsection (a) is in effect for a period of more than 60 days, the Director of National Intelligence shall, not later than 61 days after the date of the convening of the task force, submit to the congressional intelligence committees notice regarding the task force.(2) Contents.— A notice regarding a national intelligence task force submitted pursuant to paragraph (1) shall include the following:(A) The number of personnel of the intelligence community participating in the task force.(B) A list of the elements of the intelligence community that are employing the personnel described in subparagraph (A).(C) Identification of the specific intelligence matter the task force was convened to support.(D) An approximate date by which the task force will be dissolved.

    The bill says: Section 119B of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3058) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3058)

  910. 50 U.S.C. 3021changedby S. 2296 Sec. 410(a)

    The bill says: Title I of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3021 et seq.) is amended by striking section 103K (50 U.S.C. 3034b).

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3021)

  911. 50 U.S.C. 3032removedby S. 2296 Sec. 410(a)

    The bill says: Section 103G of such Act (50 U.S.C. 3032) is amended by striking subsection (d).

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3032)

  912. Public Law 117-81changedby S. 2296 Sec. 410(c)

    (2) The term climate security means the effects of climate change on the following:(A) The national security of the United States, including national security infrastructure.(B) Subnational, national, and regional political stability.(C) The security of allies and partners of the United States.(D) Ongoing or potential political violence, including unrest, rioting, guerrilla warfare, insurgency, terrorism, rebellion, revolution, civil war, and interstate war.

    The bill says: Section 331 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (Public Law 117–81; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:

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  913. 50 U.S.C. 3191changedby S. 2296 Sec. 410(e)

    The bill says: Subtitle A of title X of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3191 et seq.) is amended by striking section 1002 (50 U.S.C. 3192).

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3191)

  914. 50 U.S.C. 3021changedby S. 2296 Sec. 410(f)

    The bill says: Title I of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3021 et seq.) is amended by striking section 101A (50 U.S.C. 3022).

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3021)

  915. 50 U.S.C. 3024(c)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 410(f)

    The bill says: Section 102A(c)(1)(B) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3024(c)(1)(B)) is amended by striking ", as appropriate, after obtaining the advice of the Joint Intelligence Community Council,".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3024)

  916. 50 U.S.C. 3237(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 517(1)

    The bill says: by striking "Director of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center" and inserting "Director of National Intelligence, in coordination with the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, the Director of the National Security Agency, and any other head of an element of the intelligence community the Director of National Intelligence considers relevant,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3237)

  917. 50 U.S.C. 3237(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 517(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate, the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives," after "congressional intelligence committees";

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3237)

  918. 50 U.S.C. 3237(b)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 517(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (10) as paragraph (12); and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3237)

  919. 50 U.S.C. 3237(b)added (10)by S. 2296 Sec. 517(2)

    (10) A listing of provincial, municipal, or other law enforcement institutions, including police departments, in the People’s Republic of China associated with establishing or maintaining a Chinese police presence in the United States.(11) A listing of colleges and universities in the People’s Republic of China that conduct military research or host dedicated military initiatives or laboratories.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (9) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3237)

  920. 50 U.S.C. 3237removedby S. 2296 Sec. 517(3)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (c); and

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3237)

  921. 50 U.S.C. 3237renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 517(4)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (c).

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3237)

  922. Public Law 116-283(b)added (27)by S. 2296 Sec. 521

    (27) An assessment of the efforts by Russia to undermine or destabilize the national or economic security of the United States or members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, including plans or attempts by Russia to conduct sabotage, including damage to infrastructure, or acts of arson or vandalism.

    The bill says: Section 1234(b) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 134 Stat. 3936) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

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  923. Public Law 118-159(e)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 533(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and

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  924. Public Law 118-159(e)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 533(2)

    (3) Evaluate which lessons should be shared with Taiwan to assist Taiwan’s acquisitions decisions and capability development.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph (3):

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  925. Public Law 118-31renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 534(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3);

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  926. Public Law 118-31(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 534(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "assesses that the Islamic Republic of Iran has produced or possesses any amount of uranium-235 enriched to greater than 60 percent purity or has engaged in significant enrichment activity," and inserting "makes a finding described in paragraph (2) pursuant to an assessment,"; and

    Bill text

  927. Public Law 118-31added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 534(3)

    (2) Finding described.— A finding described in this paragraph is a finding that the Islamic Republic of Iran has—(A) produced or possesses any amount of uranium-235 enriched to greater than 60 percent purity;(B) engaged in significant enrichment activity; or(C) made the decision to produce a nuclear weapon from highly enriched uranium.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following:

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  928. Public Law 118-159(c)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 607(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and

    Bill text

  929. Public Law 118-159(c)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 607(1)

    (3) Making available a research test bed to private sector and academic researchers, on a subsidized basis, to engage in artificial intelligence security research, including through the secure provision of access in a secure environment to proprietary third-party models with the consent of the vendors of the models.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph (3):

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  930. Public Law 118-159renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 607(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (f); and

    Bill text

  931. Public Law 118-159added (d)by S. 2296 Sec. 607(3)

    (d) Test bed requirements.—(1) Access and terms of usage.—(A) Researcher access.— The Director shall establish terms of usage governing researcher access to the test bed made available under subsection (c)(3), with limitations on researcher publication only to the extent necessary to protect classified information or proprietary information concerning third-party models provided through the consent of model vendors.(B) Availability to Federal agencies.— The Director shall ensure that the test bed made available under subsection (c)(3) is also made available to other Federal agencies on a cost-recovery basis.(2) Use of certain infrastructure and other resources.— In carrying out subsection (c)(3), the Director shall coordinate with the Secretary of Energy to leverage existing infrastructure and other resources associated with the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource.(e) Access to proprietary models.— In carrying out this section, the Director shall establish such mechanisms as the Director considers appropriate, including potential contractual incentives, to ensure the provision of access to proprietary models by qualified independent third-party researchers if commercial model vendors have voluntarily provided models and associated resources for such testing.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (c) the following:

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  932. 50 U.S.C. 3334mrenumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 610(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (e);

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3334m)

  933. 50 U.S.C. 3334madded (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 610(a)

    (c) Application of policies to publicly available models used for intelligence purposes.— In carrying out subsections (a) and (b), the Director shall ensure that the policies established under such subsections apply to the greatest extent possible to artificial intelligence models generally available to the public in any context in which they are used for an intelligence purpose and hosted in classified environments.(d) Common testing standards and benchmarks.—(1) Establishment.— The Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer of the Intelligence Community, or any provider of common concern designated by the Director of National Intelligence, shall establish standards for testing of artificial intelligence models, including common benchmarks and methodologies for the performance of artificial intelligence models across common use cases, including targeting, machine translation, object detection, and object recognition. Benchmarks and methodologies shall establish higher performance standards for any high-impact artificial intelligence use case, including any artificial intelligence system task whose output (directly or indirectly) could serve as an input for a lethal application.(2) Identification of computing model.— The Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer of the Intelligence Community shall convene the Intelligence Community Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer Council to identify an appropriate computing environment, at a level (or multiple levels) of classification deemed appropriate, for elements of the intelligence community to engage in testing and evaluation of models prior to acquisition.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (b) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3334m)

  934. 50 U.S.C. 3334madded (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 610(a)

    (f) Limitation.— Under the policies established pursuant to subsection (a)(1), no office or employee of the intelligence community may direct or pressure a vendor or prospective vendor to alter a model to favor a particular viewpoint in a manner that would limit its ability to serve as a neutral, nonpartisan tool that prioritizes accuracy.(g) Definitions.—(1) Intelligence purpose defined.— In this section, the term intelligence purpose means the collection, analysis, or other mission-related intelligence activity.(2) Guidance regarding definitions of high-impact artificial intelligence.— Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Director of National Intelligence shall issue guidance to the heads of elements of the intelligence community to ensure consistency and accuracy in each element’s interpretation of the definition of high-impact artificial intelligence systems and high-impact artificial intelligence use cases to apply to each element’s respective missions.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3334m)

  935. 50 U.S.C. 3161added 806by S. 2296 Sec. 701(a)

    806 Notification of certain declassifications.—(a) Notification to Congress by Director of National Intelligence.—(1) In general.— Immediately upon declassifying, downgrading, or directing the declassification or downgrading of information or intelligence relating to intelligence sources, methods, or activities pursuant to section 3.1(c) of Executive Order 13526 (50 U.S.C. 3161 note; relating to classified national security information), or any successor order, the Director of National Intelligence, or the Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence, as delegated by the Director of National Intelligence, shall notify the congressional intelligence committees and the Archivist of the United States in writing of such declassification, downgrading, or direction.(2) Contents.— Each notification required by paragraph (1) shall include a copy of the information that has been, or has been directed to be, declassified or downgraded.(b) Notification to Congress by agency head.—(1) In general.— Immediately upon the declassification of information pursuant to section 3.1(d) of Executive Order 13526, or any successor order, the head, or senior official, of a relevant element of the intelligence community, shall notify the congressional intelligence committees, the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate, the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives, and the Archivist of the United States in writing of such declassification.(2) Contents.— Each notification required by paragraph (1) shall include a copy of the information that has been declassified.

    The bill says: Title VIII of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3161 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3161)

  936. 50 U.S.C. 3001addedby S. 2296 Sec. 701(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.) is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 805 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3001)

  937. 50 U.S.C. 3341(j)(4)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 702

    The bill says: Section 3001(j)(4)(B) of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (50 U.S.C. 3341(j)(4)(B)) is amended, in the second sentence, by striking "not to exceed $300,000".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3341)

  938. Public Law 98-618(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 903(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "It is the sense of the Congress" and inserting "It is the policy of the United States";

    Bill text

  939. Public Law 98-618renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 903(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (b) through (d) as subsections (d) through (f), respectively; and

    Bill text

  940. Public Law 98-618added (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 903(3)

    (b) The Secretary of State, in negotiating agreements with foreign governments regarding reciprocal privileges and immunities of United States diplomatic personnel, shall consult with the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Director of National Intelligence in achieving the statement of policy in subsection (a).(c) Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this subsection, and annually thereafter for 5 years, the Secretary of State, the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Director of National Intelligence shall submit to the Select Committee on Intelligence, the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Committee on the Judiciary, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Committee on the Judiciary, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives a report on each foreign government that—(1) engages in intelligence activities within the United States harmful to the national security of the United States; and(2) possesses numbers, status, privileges and immunities, travel accommodations, and facilities within the United States that exceed the respective numbers, status, privileges and immunities, travel accommodations, and facilities within such country of official representatives of the United States to such country.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (a) the following new subsections:

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  941. Public Law 115-31rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 905(1)

    (a) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Appropriate committees of Congress.— The term appropriate congressional committees means—(A) the Committee on Foreign Relations, the Select Committee on Intelligence, the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, the Committee on the Judiciary , and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate; and(B) the Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, the Committee on Homeland Security, the Committee on the Judiciary, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.(2) Covered nations.— The term covered nations means—(A) the People’s Republic of China;(B) the Russian Federation;(C) the Islamic Republic of Iran;(D) the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea; and(E) the Republic of Cuba.

    The bill says: by amending subsection (a) to read as follows:

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  942. Public Law 115-31(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 905(2)

    The bill says: by striking "consular personnel of the Russian Federation" and inserting "consular personnel of covered nations"; and

    Bill text

  943. Public Law 115-31(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 905(2)

    The bill says: by striking "Russian consular personnel" and inserting "covered nation personnel";

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  944. Public Law 115-31(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 905(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(1), by striking "consular personnel of the Russian Federation" and inserting "consular personnel of covered nations";

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  945. Public Law 115-31renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 905(4)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (f);

    Bill text

  946. Public Law 115-31added (d)by S. 2296 Sec. 905(5)

    (d) Waivers.— The Secretary of State may waive a requirement of the mandatory advanced notification regime established pursuant to subsection (b) on a case-by-case basis if the Secretary determines that doing so serves United States national security interests, provided the Secretary submits to the appropriate committees of Congress a justification describing the circumstances necessitating the waiver and the reason why the waiver is in the national security interests of the United States.(e) Elements of advance approval requirements.— In establishing the advance approval requirements described in subsection (c), the Secretary of State shall—(1) ensure that covered nations request approval from the Secretary of State at least 2 business days in advance of all travel that is subject to such requirements by accredited diplomatic and consular personnel of covered nations in the United States;(2) immediately provide such requests to the Director of National Intelligence and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation;(3) not later than 10 days after approving such a request, certify to the appropriate congressional committees that—(A) personnel traveling on the request are not known or suspected intelligence officers; and(B) the requested travel will not be used for known or suspected intelligence purposes; and(4) establish penalties for noncompliance with such requirements by accredited diplomatic and consular personnel of covered nations in the United States, including loss of diplomatic privileges and immunities.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (c) the following new subsections:

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  947. Public Law 115-31(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 905(6)

    The bill says: by inserting "for 5 years after the date of the enactment of subsection (d)" after "quarterly thereafter";

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  948. Public Law 115-31(e)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 905(6)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "the number of notifications submitted under the regime required by subsection (b)" and inserting "the number of requests submitted under the regime required by subsection (b) and the number of such requests approved by the Secretary"; and

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  949. Public Law 115-31(e)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 905(6)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "consular personnel of the Russian Federation" and inserting "consular personnel of covered nations".

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  950. 50 U.S.C. 3364removedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(a)

    The bill says: Section 1019 of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (50 U.S.C. 3364) is amended by striking subsections (c) and (d).

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3364)

  951. 50 U.S.C. 3364(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(a)

    The bill says: Section 6312(d)(1) of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (50 U.S.C. 3364 note) is amended by striking "In conjunction with each briefing provided under section 1019(c) of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (50 U.S.C. 3364(c))" and inserting "Not later than February 1 each year".

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3364)

  952. 50 U.S.C. 3098repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(b)

    The bill says: Section 506B of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3098) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3098)

  953. Public Law 112-239removedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(c)

    The bill says: Section 1261 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239) is amended by striking subsection (e).

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  954. 50 U.S.C. 3227brepealedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(d)

    The bill says: Section 1033 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3227b) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3227b)

  955. 50 U.S.C. 3372repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(e)

    The bill says: Section 7003 of the Energy Act of 2020 (50 U.S.C. 3372) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3372)

  956. Public Law 114-113repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(f)

    The bill says: Section 501 of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (division M of Public Law 114–113) is repealed.

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  957. 50 U.S.C. 3334sremovedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(g)

    The bill says: Section 7507 of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (50 U.S.C. 3334s) is amended by striking subsection (e).

    Bill text · Current law (50 U.S.C. 3334s)

  958. 22 U.S.C. 6038repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(h)

    The bill says: Section 108 of the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996 (22 U.S.C. 6038) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 6038)

  959. 22 U.S.C. 9412changedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(i)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "and annual briefing"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9412)

  960. 22 U.S.C. 9412removedby S. 2296 Sec. 906(i)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (b).

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 9412)

  961. 52 U.S.C. 20971added (e)by S. 2296 Sec. 907

    (e) Required penetration testing.—(1) In general.— Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Commission shall provide for the conduct of penetration testing as part of the testing, certification, decertification, and recertification of voting system hardware and software by the Commission based on accredited laboratories under this section.(2) Accreditation.— The Commission shall develop a program for the acceptance of the results of penetration testing on election systems. The penetration testing required by this subsection shall be required for Commission certification. The Commission shall vote on the selection of any entity identified. The requirements for such selection shall be based on consideration of an entity’s competence to conduct penetration testing under this subsection. The Commission may consult with the National Institute of Standards and Technology or any other appropriate Federal agency on lab selection criteria and other aspects of this program.

    The bill says: Section 231 of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (52 U.S.C. 20971) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

    Bill text · Current law (52 U.S.C. 20971)

  962. 42 U.S.C. 15401added 7by S. 2296 Sec. 908(a)

    7 Independent security testing and coordinated cybersecurity vulnerability disclosure pilot program for election systems.—297 Independent security testing and coordinated cybersecurity vulnerability disclosure pilot program for election systems.—(a) In general.—(1) Establishment.— The Commission, in consultation with the Secretary, shall establish an Independent Security Testing and Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure Pilot Program for Election Systems (VDP–E) (in this section referred to as the "program") to test for and disclose cybersecurity vulnerabilities in election systems.(2) Duration.— The program shall be conducted for a period of 5 years.(3) Requirements.— In carrying out the program, the Commission, in consultation with the Secretary, shall—(A) establish a mechanism by which an election systems vendor may make their election system (including voting machines and source code) available to cybersecurity researchers participating in the program;(B) provide for the vetting of cybersecurity researchers prior to their participation in the program, including the conduct of background checks;(C) establish terms of participation that—(i) describe the scope of testing permitted under the program;(ii) require researchers to—(I) notify the vendor, the Commission, and the Secretary of any cybersecurity vulnerability they identify with respect to an election system; and(II) otherwise keep such vulnerability confidential for 180 days after such notification;(iii) require the good faith participation of all participants in the program; and(iv) require an election system vendor, within 180 days after validating notification of a critical or high vulnerability (as defined by the National Institute of Standards and Technology) in an election system of the vendor, to—(I) send a patch or propound some other fix or mitigation for such vulnerability to the appropriate State and local election officials, in consultation with the researcher who discovered it; and(II) notify the Commission and the Secretary that such patch has been sent to such officials;(D) in the case where a patch or fix to address a vulnerability disclosed under subparagraph (C)(ii)(I) is intended to be applied to a system certified by the Commission, provide—(i) for the expedited review of such patch or fix within 90 days after receipt by the Commission; and(ii) if such review is not completed by the last day of such 90-day period, that such patch or fix shall be deemed to be certified by the Commission, subject to any subsequent review of such determination by the Commission; and(E) not later than 180 days after the disclosure of a vulnerability under subparagraph (C)(ii)(I), notify the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency of the vulnerability for inclusion in the database of Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures.(4) Voluntary participation; safe harbor.—(A) Voluntary participation.— Participation in the program shall be voluntary for election systems vendors and researchers.(B) Safe harbor.— When conducting research under this program, such research and subsequent publication shall be—(i) authorized in accordance with section 1030 of title 18, United States Code (commonly known as the "Computer Fraud and Abuse Act"), (and similar State laws), and the election system vendor will not initiate or support legal action against the researcher for accidental, good faith violations of the program; and(ii) exempt from the anti-circumvention rule of section 1201 of title 17, United States Code (commonly known as the "Digital Millennium Copyright Act"), and the election system vendor will not bring a claim against a researcher for circumvention of technology controls.(C) Rule of construction.— Nothing in this paragraph may be construed to limit or otherwise affect any exception to the general prohibition against the circumvention of technological measures under subparagraph (A) of section 1201(a)(1) of title 17, United States Code, including with respect to any use that is excepted from that general prohibition by the Librarian of Congress under subparagraphs (B) through (D) of such section 1201(a)(1).(5) Definitions.— In this subsection:(A) Cybersecurity vulnerability.— The term cybersecurity vulnerability means, with respect to an election system, any security vulnerability that affects the election system.(B) Election infrastructure.— The term election infrastructure means—(i) storage facilities, polling places, and centralized vote tabulation locations used to support the administration of elections for public office; and(ii) related information and communications technology, including—(I) voter registration databases;(II) election management systems;(III) voting machines;(IV) electronic mail and other communications systems (including electronic mail and other systems of vendors who have entered into contracts with election agencies to support the administration of elections, manage the election process, and report and display election results); and(V) other systems used to manage the election process and to report and display election results on behalf of an election agency.(C) Election system.— The term election system means any information system that is part of an election infrastructure, including any related information and communications technology described in subparagraph (B)(ii).(D) Election system vendor.— The term election system vendor means any person providing, supporting, or maintaining an election system on behalf of a State or local election official.(E) Information system.— The term information system has the meaning given the term in section 3502 of title 44, United States Code.(F) Secretary.— The term Secretary means the Secretary of Homeland Security.(G) Security vulnerability.— The term security vulnerability has the meaning given the term in section 102 of the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 (6 U.S.C. 1501).

    The bill says: Subtitle D of title II of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (42 U.S.C. 15401 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new part:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 15401)

  963. 22 U.S.C. 2291h(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6102(1)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "March 1" and inserting "June 1"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2291h)

  964. 22 U.S.C. 2291h(a)(8)(A)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6102(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (8)(A)(i), by striking "pseudoephedrine" and all that follows through "chemicals)" and inserting "chemical precursors used in the production of methamphetamine that significantly affected the United States".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2291h)

  965. 21 U.S.C. 2311(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 6104(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (21 U.S.C. 2311)

  966. 21 U.S.C. 2311(a)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 6104(1)

    (3) Prioritization.—(A) Defined term.— In this paragraph, the term person of the People's Republic of China means—(i) an individual who is a citizen or national of the People's Republic of China; or(ii) an entity organized under the laws of the People's Republic of China or otherwise subject to the jurisdiction of the Government of the People's Republic of China.(B) In general.— In preparing the report required under paragraph (1), the President shall prioritize, to the greatest extent practicable, the identification of persons of the People's Republic of China involved in the shipment of fentanyl, fentanyl analogues, fentanyl precursors, precursors for fentanyl analogues, pre-precursors for fentanyl and fentanyl analogues, and equipment for the manufacturing of fentanyl and fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills to Mexico or any other country that is involved in the production of fentanyl trafficked into the United States, including—(i) any entity involved in the production of pharmaceuticals; and(ii) any person that is acting on behalf of any such entity.(C) Termination of prioritization.— The President shall continue the prioritization required under subparagraph (B) until the President certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that the People’s Republic of China is no longer the primary source for the shipment of fentanyl, fentanyl analogues, fentanyl precursors, precursors for fentanyl analogues, pre-precursors for fentanyl and fentanyl analogues, and equipment for the manufacturing of fentanyl and fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills to Mexico or any other country that is involved in the production of fentanyl trafficked into the United States.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (21 U.S.C. 2311)

  967. 21 U.S.C. 2311(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6104(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by striking "the date that is 5 years after such date of enactment" and inserting "December 31, 2030".

    Bill text · Current law (21 U.S.C. 2311)

  968. 21 U.S.C. 2312(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6105(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "or" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (21 U.S.C. 2312)

  969. 21 U.S.C. 2312(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6105(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (21 U.S.C. 2312)

  970. 21 U.S.C. 2312added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 6105(3)

    (3) the President determines has knowingly engaged in, on or after the date of the enactment of the BUST FENTANYL Act, a significant activity or significant financial transaction that has materially contributed to opioid trafficking; or(4) the President determines—(A) has knowingly provided significant financial, material, or technological support for, including through the provision of goods or services in support of any activity or transaction described in paragraph (3); or(B) is or has been owned, controlled, or directed by any foreign person described in subparagraph (A) or in paragraph (3), or has knowingly acted or purported to act for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, such a foreign person.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (21 U.S.C. 2312)

  971. 22 U.S.C. 2291(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6107

    (1) identify the significant source countries for methamphetamine that significantly affect the United States, and(2) describe the actions by the governments of the countries identified pursuant to paragraph (1) to combat the diversion of relevant precursor chemicals and the production and trafficking of methamphetamine.

    The bill says: Section 723(c) of the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (22 U.S.C. 2291 note) is amended by striking the period at the end and inserting the following ", which shall—

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2291)

  972. 22 U.S.C. 1741added 306Aby S. 2296 Sec. 6202

    306A. Designation of a foreign country as a State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention.—(a) In general.— Subject to the notice requirement of subsection (c)(1)(A), the Secretary of State, in consultation with the heads of other relevant Federal agencies, may designate a foreign country that has provided support for or directly engaged in the unlawful or wrongful detention of a United States national as a State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention based on any of the following criteria:(1) The unlawful or wrongful detention of a United States national occurs in the foreign country.(2) The government of the foreign country or an entity organized under the laws of a foreign country has failed to release an unlawfully or wrongfully detained United States national within 30 days of being officially notified by the Department of State of the unlawful or wrongful detention.(3) Actions taken by the government of the foreign country indicate that the government is responsible for, complicit in, or materially supports the unlawful or wrongful detention of a United States national, including by acting as described in paragraph (2) after having been notified by the Department of State.(4) The actions of a state or nonstate actor in the foreign country, including any previous action relating to unlawful or wrongful detention or hostage taking of a United States national, pose a risk to the safety and security of United States nationals abroad sufficient to warrant designation of the foreign country as a State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention, as determined by the Secretary.(b) Termination of designation.— The Secretary of State may terminate the designation of a foreign country under subsection (a) if the Secretary certifies to Congress that the government of the foreign country—(1) has released the United States nationals unlawfully or wrongfully detained within the territory of the foreign country;(2) has positively contributed to the release of United States nationals taken hostage within the territory of the foreign country or from the custody of a nonstate entity;(3) has demonstrated changes in leadership or policies with respect to unlawful or wrongful detention and hostage taking; or(4) has provided assurances that the government of the foreign country will not engage or be complicit in or support acts described in subsection (a).(c) Briefing and reports to Congress; publication.—(1) Reports to Congress.—(A) In general.— Not later than 7 days prior to making a designation of a foreign country as a State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention under subsection (a), the Secretary of State shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report that notifies the committees of the proposed designation.(B) Elements.— In each report submitted under subparagraph (A) with respect to the designation of a foreign country as a State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention, the Secretary shall include—(i) the justification for the designation; and(ii) a description of any action taken by the United States Government, including the Secretary of State or the head of any other relevant Federal agency, in response to the designation to deter the unlawful or wrongful detention or hostage-taking of foreign nationals in the country.(2) Initial briefing required.— Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this section, the Secretary shall brief Congress on the following:(A) Whether any of the following countries should be designated as a State Sponsor of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention under subsection (a):(i) Afghanistan.(ii) The Islamic Republic of Iran.(iii) The People's Republic of China.(iv) The Russian Federation.(v) Venezuela under the regime of Nicolás Maduro.(vi) The Republic of Belarus.(B) The steps taken by the Secretary and the heads of other relevant Federal agencies to deter the unlawful and wrongful detention of United States nationals and to respond to such detentions, including—(i) any engagement with private sector companies to optimize the distribution of travel advisories; and(ii) any engagement with private companies responsible for promoting travel to foreign countries engaged in the unlawful or wrongful detention of United States nationals.(C) An assessment of a possible expansion of chapter 97 of title 28, United States Code (commonly known as the "Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act of 1976") to include an exception from asset seizure immunity for State Sponsors of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention.(D) A detailed plan on the manner by which a geographic travel restriction could be instituted against State Sponsors of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention.(E) The progress made in multilateral fora, including the United Nations and other international organizations, to address the unlawful and wrongful detention of United States nationals, in addition to nationals of partners and allies of the United States in foreign countries.(3) Annual briefing.— Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this section, and annually thereafter for 5 years, the Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs and the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress with respect to unlawful or wrongful detentions taking place in the countries listed under paragraph (2)(A) and actions taken by the Secretary of State and the heads of other relevant Federal agencies to deter the wrongful detention of United States nationals, including any steps taken in accordance with paragraph (2)(B).(4) Publication.— The Secretary shall make available on a publicly accessible website of the Department of State, and regularly update, a list of foreign countries designated as State Sponsors of Unlawful or Wrongful Detention under subsection (a).(d) Review of available responses to state sponsors of unlawful or wrongful detention.— Upon designation of a foreign country as a State Sponsor of Unlawf

    The bill says: The Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act (22 U.S.C. 1741 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 306 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 1741)

  973. 49 U.S.C. 42308addedby S. 2296 Sec. 6203(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 423 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 42308 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (49 U.S.C. 42308)

  974. 22 U.S.C. 2151(F)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6312(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (F), by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  975. 22 U.S.C. 2151(G)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6312(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (G), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  976. 22 U.S.C. 2151added (H)by S. 2296 Sec. 6312(1)

    (H) effective counter-trafficking in persons policies and programs.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  977. 22 U.S.C. 2151changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6312(2)

    The bill says: by striking "that the funds" and inserting the following: “that—

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  978. 22 U.S.C. 2151(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6312(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), as added by subparagraph (A) of this paragraph, by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  979. 22 U.S.C. 2151added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 6312(2)

    (B) in carrying out the provisions of this chapter, the President shall, to the greatest extent possible—(i) ensure that assistance made available under this section does not create or contribute to conditions that can be reasonably expected to result in an increase in trafficking in persons who are in conditions of heightened vulnerability as a result of natural and manmade disasters; and(ii) integrate appropriate protections into the planning and execution of activities authorized under this chapter.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2151)

  980. 22 U.S.C. 7107(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6313(a)

    The bill says: in the paragraph heading, by striking "Special" and inserting "Tier 2"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7107)

  981. 22 U.S.C. 7107(b)(2)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 6313(a)

    (A) Submission of list.— Not later than the date on which the determinations described in subsections (c) and (d) are submitted to the appropriate congressional committees in accordance with such subsections, the Secretary of State shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a list of countries that the Secretary determines require special scrutiny during the following year. Such list shall be composed of countries that have been listed pursuant to paragraph (1)(B) pursuant to the current annual report because—(i) the estimated number of victims of severe forms of trafficking is very significant or is significantly increasing and the country is not taking proportional concrete actions; or(ii) there is a failure to provide evidence of increasing efforts to combat severe forms of trafficking in persons from the previous year, including increased investigations, prosecutions and convictions of trafficking crimes, increased assistance to victims, and decreasing evidence of complicity in severe forms of trafficking by government officials.

    The bill says: by amending subparagraph (A) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7107)

  982. 22 U.S.C. 7107(b)(2)(F)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6313(b)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding clause (i), by striking "the special watch list" and all that follows through "the country—" and inserting "the Tier 2 watch list described in subparagraph (A) for more than 2 years immediately after the country consecutively—";

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7107)

  983. 22 U.S.C. 7107(b)(2)(F)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6313(b)

    The bill says: in clause (i), in the matter preceding subclause (I), by striking "the special watch list described in subparagraph (A)(iii)" and inserting "the Tier 2 watch list described in subparagraph (A)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7107)

  984. 22 U.S.C. 7107(b)(2)(F)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6313(b)

    The bill says: in clause (ii), by inserting "in the year following such waiver under subparagraph (D)(ii)" before the period at the end.

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7107)

  985. Public Law 115-425(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6313(d)

    The bill says: Section 204(b)(1) of the Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2018 (Public Law 115–425) is amended by striking "special watch list" and inserting "Tier 2 watch list".

    Bill text

  986. 19 U.S.C. 4205(b)(6)(E)(iii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6313(e)

    The bill says: Section 106(b)(6)(E)(iii) of the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 (19 U.S.C. 4205(b)(6)(E)(iii) is amended by striking "under section" and all that follows and inserting "under section 110(b)(2)(A) of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (22 U.S.C. 7107(b)(2)(A))".

    Bill text · Current law (19 U.S.C. 4205)

  987. 22 U.S.C. 7114(g)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6314(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (g)(2), by striking "2020" and inserting "2029"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7114)

  988. 22 U.S.C. 7114(h)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6314(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (h)(1), by striking "Not later than September 30, 2018, and September 30, 2020" and inserting "Not later than September 30, 2025, and September 30, 2029".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7114)

  989. 22 U.S.C. 7107(d)(1)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 6315(a)

    (1) Withholding of assistance.— The President has determined that—(A) the United States will not provide nonhumanitarian, nontrade-related foreign assistance to the central government of the country or funding to facilitate the participation by officials or employees of such central government in educational and cultural exchange programs, for the subsequent fiscal year until such government complies with the minimum standards or makes significant efforts to bring itself into compliance; and(B) the President will instruct the United States Executive Director of each multilateral development bank and of the International Monetary Fund to vote against, and to use the Executive Director’s best efforts to deny, any loan or other utilization of the funds of the respective institution to that country (other than for humanitarian assistance, for trade-related assistance, or for development assistance that directly addresses basic human needs, is not administered by the central government of the sanctioned country, and is not provided for the benefit of that government) for the subsequent fiscal year until such government complies with the minimum standards or makes significant efforts to bring itself into compliance.

    The bill says: Section 110(d)(1) of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (22 U.S.C. 7107(d)(1)) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7107)

  990. 22 U.S.C. 7102(10)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 6315(b)

    (10) Nonhumanitarian, nontrade-related foreign assistance.—(A) In general.— The term nonhumanitarian, nontrade-related foreign assistance means—(i) sales, or financing on any terms, under the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2751 et seq.), other than sales or financing provided for narcotics-related purposes following notification in accordance with the prior notification procedures applicable to reprogrammings pursuant to section 634A of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2394–1); or(ii) United States foreign assistance, other than—(I) with respect to the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961—(aa) assistance for international narcotics and law enforcement under chapter 8 of part I of such Act (22 U.S.C. 2291 et seq.);(bb) assistance for International Disaster Assistance under subsections (b) and (c) of section 491 of such Act (22 U.S.C. 2292);(cc) antiterrorism assistance under chapter 8 of part II of such Act (22 U.S.C. 2349aa et seq.); and(dd) health programs under chapters 1 and 10 of part I and chapter 4 of part II of such Act (22 U.S.C. 2151 et seq.);(II) assistance under the Food for Peace Act (7 U.S.C. 1691 et seq.);(III) assistance under sections 2(a), (b), and (c) of the Migration and Refugee Assistance Act of 1962 (22 U.S.C. 2601(a), (b), (c)) to meet refugee and migration needs;(IV) any form of United States foreign assistance provided through nongovernmental organizations, international organizations, or private sector partners—(aa) to combat human and wildlife trafficking;(bb) to promote food security;(cc) to respond to emergencies;(dd) to provide humanitarian assistance;(ee) to address basic human needs, including for education;(ff) to advance global health security; or(gg) to promote trade; and(V) any other form of United States foreign assistance that the President determines, by not later than October 1 of each fiscal year, is necessary to advance the security, economic, humanitarian, or global health interests of the United States without compromising the steadfast United States commitment to combating human trafficking globally.(B) Exclusions.— The term nonhumanitarian, nontrade-related foreign assistance shall not include payments to or the participation of government entities necessary or incidental to the implementation of a program that is otherwise consistent with section 110.

    The bill says: Section 103(10) of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (22 U.S.C. 7102(10)) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7102)

  991. 8 U.S.C. 1375c(b)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 6316

    (5) National expansion of in-person registration program.— The Secretary shall administer the Domestic Worker In-Person Registration Program for employees with A–3 visas or G–5 visas employed by accredited foreign mission members or international organization employees and shall expand this program nationally, which shall include—(A) after the arrival of each such employee in the United States, and annually during the course of such employee’s employment, a description of the rights of such employee under applicable Federal and State law;(B) provision of a copy of the pamphlet developed pursuant to section 202 to the employee with an A–3 visa or a G–5 visa; and(C) information on how to contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline.(6) Monitoring and training of A–3 and G–5 visa employers accredited to foreign missions and international organizations.— The Secretary shall—(A) inform embassies, international organizations, and foreign missions of the rights of A–3 and G–5 domestic workers under the applicable labor laws of the United States, including the fair labor standards described in the pamphlet developed pursuant to section 202 and material on labor standards and labor rights of domestic worker employees who hold A–3 and G–5 visas;(B) inform embassies, international organizations, and foreign missions of the potential consequences to individuals holding a nonimmigrant visa issued pursuant to subparagraph (A)(i), (A)(ii), (G)(i), (G)(ii), or (G)(iii) of section 101(a)(15) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)) who violate the laws described in subclause (I)(aa), including (at the discretion of the Secretary)—(i) the suspension of A–3 visas and G–5 visas;(ii) request for waiver of immunity;(iii) criminal prosecution;(iv) civil damages; and(v) permanent revocation of or refusal to renew the visa of the accredited foreign mission or international organization employee; and(C) require all accredited foreign mission and international organization employers of individuals holding A–3 visas or G–5 visas to report the wages paid to such employees on an annual basis.

    The bill says: Section 203(b) of the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 (8 U.S.C. 1375c(b)) is amended by inserting after paragraph (4) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (8 U.S.C. 1375c)

  992. 22 U.S.C. 7110(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6321(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "2018 through 2021, $13,822,000" and inserting "2026 through 2030, $17,000,000"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7110)

  993. 22 U.S.C. 7110(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6321(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "2018 through 2021, $65,000,000" and inserting "2026 through 2030, $102,500,000"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7110)

  994. 22 U.S.C. 7110(c)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 6321(2)

    (3) Programs to end modern slavery.— Of the amounts authorized by paragraph (1) to be appropriated for a fiscal year, not more than $37,500,000 may be made available to fund programs to end modern slavery.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 7110)

  995. 34 U.S.C. 21509changedby S. 2296 Sec. 6322

    The bill says: Section 11 of the International Megan’s Law to Prevent Child Exploitation and Other Sexual Crimes Through Advanced Notification of Traveling Sex Offenders (34 U.S.C. 21509) is amended by striking "2018 through 2021" and inserting "2025 through 2029".

    Bill text · Current law (34 U.S.C. 21509)

  996. 14 U.S.C. 4902changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5101(1)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking "fiscal years 2022 and 2023" and inserting "fiscal years 2025 and 2026";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

  997. 14 U.S.C. 4902(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5101(2)

    (i) $11,287,500,000 for fiscal year 2025; and(ii) $11,851,875,000 for fiscal year 2026.

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A) by striking clauses (i) and (ii) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

  998. 14 U.S.C. 4902(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5101(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B) by striking "$23,456,000" and inserting "$25,570,000"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

  999. 14 U.S.C. 4902(1)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5101(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C) by striking "$24,353,000" and inserting "$26,848,500";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

  1000. 14 U.S.C. 4902(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5101(3)

    (i) $3,627,600,000 for fiscal year 2025; and(ii) $3,651,480,000 for fiscal year 2026.

    The bill says: in paragraph (2)(A) by striking clauses (i) and (ii) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

  1001. 14 U.S.C. 4902(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5101(4)

    (A) $15,415,000 for fiscal year 2025; and(B) $16,185,750 for fiscal year 2026.

    The bill says: in paragraph (3) by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

  1002. 14 U.S.C. 4902changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5101(5)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (4) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4902)

  1003. 14 U.S.C. 4904(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5102(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a) by striking "fiscal years 2022 and 2023" and inserting "fiscal years 2025 and 2026"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

  1004. 14 U.S.C. 4904(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5102(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by striking "2,500" and inserting "3,000";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

  1005. 14 U.S.C. 4904(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5102(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by striking "165" and inserting "200";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

  1006. 14 U.S.C. 4904(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5102(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3) by striking "385" and inserting "450"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

  1007. 14 U.S.C. 4904(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5102(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4) by striking "1,200" and inserting "1,300".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 4904)

  1008. 14 U.S.C. 1105added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 5111

    (c) Lead systems integrator defined.— In this section, the term lead systems integrator has the meaning given such term in section 805(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006 (Public Law 109–163).

    The bill says: Section 1105 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1105)

  1009. 14 U.S.C. 5103(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5112(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (a) by striking "major acquisition programs" and inserting "Level 1 Acquisitions or Level 2 Acquisitions";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5103)

  1010. 14 U.S.C. 5103(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5112(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (b) by striking "major acquisition program" and inserting "Level 1 Acquisition or Level 2 Acquisition"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5103)

  1011. 14 U.S.C. 5103rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5112(c)

    (f) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Level 1 acquisition.— The term "Level 1 Acquisition" has the meaning given such term in section 1171.(2) Level 2 acquisition.— The term "Level 2 Acquisition" has the meaning given such term in section 1171.

    The bill says: by amending subsection (f) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5103)

  1012. 14 U.S.C. 5107changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5112(d)

    The bill says: Section 5107 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking "section 5103(f)" and inserting "section 1171".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5107)

  1013. 14 U.S.C. 1138a new sectionaddedby S. 2296 Sec. 5113(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 11 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1138 (as added by this Act) the following:

    Bill text

  1014. Public Law 117-263(f)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5114(b)

    The bill says: Section 11213(f) of the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117–263) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text

  1015. 14 U.S.C. 1158addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5116(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 11 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1158 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1158)

  1016. 14 U.S.C. 903(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5131

    The bill says: Section 903(d)(1) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking "$1,500,000" and inserting "$2,000,000".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 903)

  1017. 14 U.S.C. 528addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5133(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 5 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 528 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 528)

  1018. Public Law 117-263changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5133(b)

    The bill says: The table of sections in section 11001(b) of the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (division K of Public Law 117–263) is amended by striking the item relating to section 11269.

    Bill text

  1019. 46 U.S.C. 70032rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5134(a)

    70032 Delegation of ports and waterways authorities in Saint Lawrence Seaway.—(a) In general.— Except as provided in subsection (b), the authority granted to the Secretary under sections 70001, 70002, 70003, 70004, and 70011 may not be delegated with respect to the Saint Lawrence Seaway to any agency other than the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation. Any other authority granted the Secretary under subchapters I through III and this subchapter shall be delegated by the Secretary to the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation to the extent the Secretary determines such delegation is necessary for the proper operation of the Saint Lawrence Seaway.(b) Exception.— The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, after consultation with the Secretary or the head of an agency to which the Secretary has delegated the authorities in subsection (a), may—(1) issue and enforce special orders in accordance with section 70002;(2) establish water or waterfront safety zones, or other measures, for limited, controlled, or conditional access and activity when necessary for the protection of any vessel structure, waters, or shore area, as permitted in section 70011(b)(3); and(3) take actions for port, harbor, and coastal facility security in accordance with section 70116.

    The bill says: Section 70032 of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70032)

  1020. Public Law 117-263added (e)by S. 2296 Sec. 5135

    (e) Additional reports on status of use of facilities and helicopter basing.— Beginning with the first quarterly report required under subsection (a) submitted after the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, the Secretary shall include in each such report—(1) the status of the use of recently renovated Coast Guard housing facilities, food preparation facilities, and maintenance and repair facilities on St. Paul Island, Alaska, including a projected date for full use and occupancy of such facilities in support of Coast Guard missions in the Bering Sea; and(2) a detailed plan for the acquisition and construction of a hangar in close proximity to existing St. Paul airport facilities for the prosecution of Coast Guard operational missions, including plans for the use of land needed for such hangar.

    The bill says: Section 11221 of the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117–263) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text

  1021. 14 U.S.C. 907(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5141(1)

    The bill says: by striking "20 years" and inserting "30 years";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 907)

  1022. 14 U.S.C. 907(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5141(1)

    The bill says: by striking "or National" and inserting "National"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 907)

  1023. 14 U.S.C. 907(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5141(1)

    The bill says: by inserting before the period ", medical facilities, Coast Guard child development centers (as such term is defined in section 2921), and training facilities, including small arms firing ranges"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 907)

  1024. 14 U.S.C. 907(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5141(2)

    The bill says: by striking the period and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 907)

  1025. 14 U.S.C. 907(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5141(2)

    means—(1) any facilities

    The bill says: by striking "means any facilities" and inserting

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 907)

  1026. 14 U.S.C. 907(b)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 5141(2)

    (2) medical facilities;(3) Coast Guard child development centers (as such term is defined in section 2921); and(4) training facilities, including small arms firing ranges.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 907)

  1027. 14 U.S.C. 546changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5142

    The bill says: Section 546 of title 14, United States Code, is amended in the second sentence by inserting "and the amounts collected shall be available until expended" after "special deposit account".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 546)

  1028. 14 U.S.C. 504(a)(13)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5143(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(13) by striking "five years" and inserting "30 years"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 504)

  1029. 14 U.S.C. 504added (g)by S. 2296 Sec. 5143(2)

    (g) Additional provisions.—(1) In general.— Amounts received under subsection (a)(13) shall be—(A) in addition to amounts otherwise available for the activities described in subsection (a)(13) for any fiscal year; and(B) available until expended.(2) Consideration.—(A) In general.— Except as provided in subparagraph (B), a person or entity entering into a contractual agreement under this section shall provide consideration for the contractual agreement at fair market value, as determined by the Commandant.(B) Exception.— In the case of a contractual agreement under this section between the Coast Guard and any other Federal department or agency, the Federal department or agency concerned shall provide consideration for the contractual agreement that is equal to the full cost borne by the Coast Guard in connection with completing such contractual agreement.(C) Forms.— Consideration under this subsection may take any of the following forms:(i) The payment of cash.(ii) The maintenance, construction, modification, or improvement of existing or new facilities on real property under the jurisdiction of the Commandant.(iii) The use by the Coast Guard of facilities on the property concerned.(iv) The provision of services, including parking, telecommunications, and environmental remediation and restoration of real property under the jurisdiction of the Commandant.(v) Any other consideration the Commandant considers appropriate.(vi) A combination of any forms described in this subparagraph.(3) Sunset.— The authority under paragraph (13) of subsection (a) shall expire on December 31, 2030. The expiration under this paragraph of authority under paragraph (13) of subsection (a) shall not affect the validity or term of contractual agreements under such paragraph or the retention by the Commandant of proceeds from such agreements entered into under such subsection before the expiration of the authority.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 504)

  1030. 14 U.S.C. 721addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5144(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 7 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 721 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 721)

  1031. 14 U.S.C. 3740(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5153

    The bill says: Section 3740(f) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking "section 2117" and inserting "sections 2115 and 2117".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 3740)

  1032. 14 U.S.C. 2512changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: in the section heading by striking "Leave" and inserting "Family leave";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1033. 14 U.S.C. 2512(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: by striking ", United States Code," and inserting "or, with respect to the reserve component of the Coast Guard, the Secretary of Defense promulgates a new regulation for members of the reserve component of the Coast Guard pursuant to section 711 of title 10,";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1034. 14 U.S.C. 2512(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: by striking "or adoption of a child" and inserting "or placement of a minor child with the member for adoption or long term foster care";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1035. 14 U.S.C. 2512(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: by striking "and enlisted members" and inserting ", enlisted members, and members of the reserve component"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1036. 14 U.S.C. 2512(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: by inserting "or, with respect to members of the reserve component of the Coast Guard, the Secretary of Defense" after "provided by the Secretary of the Navy";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1037. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading by striking "adoption of child" and inserting "placement of minor child with member for adoption or long term foster care";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1038. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: by striking "and 704" and inserting ", 704, and 711";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1039. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: by striking "and enlisted members" and inserting ", enlisted members, and members of the reserve component";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1040. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: by striking "or adoption" inserting ", adoption, or long term foster care";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1041. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: by striking "immediately";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1042. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: by striking "or adoption" and inserting ", placement of a minor child with the member for long-term foster care or adoption,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1043. 14 U.S.C. 2512(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    The bill says: by striking "enlisted member" and inserting ", enlisted member, or member of the reserve component";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1044. 14 U.S.C. 2512added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 5154(a)

    (c) Period of leave.—(1) In general.— The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, may authorize leave described under subparagraph (b) to be taken after the one-year period described in subparagraph (b) in the case of a member described in subsection (b) who, except for this subparagraph, would lose unused family leave at the end of the one-year period described in subparagraph (A) as a result of—(A) operational requirements;(B) professional military education obligations; or(C) other circumstances that the Secretary determines reasonable and appropriate.(2) Extended deadline.— The regulation, rule, policy, or memorandum prescribed under paragraph (a) shall require that any leave authorized to be taken after the one-year period described in subparagraph (c)(1)(A) shall be taken within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, after cessation of the circumstances warranting the extended deadline.(d) Member of the reserve component of the Coast Guard defined.— In this section, the term "member of the reserve component of the Coast Guard" means a member of the Coast Guard who is a member of—(1) the selected reserve who is entitled to compensation under section 206 of title 37; or(2) the individual ready reserve who is entitled to compensation under section 206 of title 37 when attending or participating in a sufficient number of periods of inactive-duty training during a year to count the year as a qualifying year of creditable service toward eligibility for retired pay.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2512)

  1045. 37 U.S.C. 206(a)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5154(c)

    The bill says: Section 206(a)(4) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by inserting before the period at the end "or family leave under section 2512 of title 14".

    Bill text · Current law (37 U.S.C. 206)

  1046. 14 U.S.C. 2708added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 5155

    (c) The Coast Guard may provide a cash allowance, in such amount as the Secretary shall determine by policy, to be paid to pregnant officer personnel for the purchase of maternity-related uniform items, if such uniform items are not so furnished to the member by the Coast Guard.

    The bill says: Section 2708 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2708)

  1047. 14 U.S.C. 564addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5157(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 5 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 564 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 564)

  1048. 14 U.S.C. 3710rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5162(a)

    3710 College student precommissioning initiative.—(a) In general.— There is authorized within the Coast Guard a college student precommissioning initiative program (in this section referred to as the "Program") for eligible undergraduate students to enlist in the Coast Guard Reserve and receive a commission as a Reserve officer.(b) Criteria for selection.— To be eligible for the Program an applicant shall meet the following requirements upon submitting an application:(1) Age.— The applicant shall be not less than 19 years old and not more than 31 years old as of September 30 of the fiscal year in which the Program selection panel selecting such applicant convenes, or an age otherwise determined by the Commandant.(2) Character.—(A) In general.— The applicant shall be of outstanding moral character and meet any other character requirement set forth by the Commandant.(B) Coast Guard applicants.— Any applicant serving in the Coast Guard may not be commissioned if in the 36 months prior to the first Officer Candidate School class convening date in the selection cycle, such applicant was convicted by a court-martial or assigned nonjudicial punishment, or did not meet performance or character requirements set forth by the Commandant.(3) Citizenship.— The applicant shall be a United States citizen.(4) Clearance.— The applicant shall be eligible for a secret clearance.(5) Education.— The applicant shall be enrolled in a college degree program at—(A) an institution of higher education described in section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1067q(a));(B) an institution of higher education (as defined in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001)) that, at the time of the application has had for 3 consecutive years an enrollment of undergraduate full-time equivalent students (as defined in section 312(e) of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1058(e))) that is a total of at least 50 percent Black American, Hispanic American, Asian American (as defined in section 371(c) of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1067q(c))), Native American Pacific Islander (as defined in such section), or Native American (as defined in such section), among other criteria, as determined by the Commandant; or(C) an institution that meets the eligibility requirements for funding as a rural-serving institution of higher education under section 861 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1161q).(6) Location.— The institution at which the applicant is an undergraduate shall be within 100 miles of a Coast Guard unit or Coast Guard Recruiting Office unless otherwise approved by the Commandant.(7) Records.— The applicant shall meet credit and grade point average requirements set forth by the Commandant.(8) Medical and administrative.— The applicant shall meet other medical and administrative requirements as set forth by the Commandant.(c) Financial assistance.—(1) In general.— The Commandant may provide financial assistance to enlisted members of the Coast Guard Reserve on active duty participating in the Program, for expenses of the enlisted member while the enlisted member is enrolled, on a full-time basis, in a college degree program approved by the Commandant at a college, university, or institution of higher education described in subsection (b)(5) that leads to—(A) a baccalaureate degree in not more than 5 academic years; or(B) a post-baccalaureate degree.(2) Written agreements.— To be eligible for financial assistance under this section, an enlisted member of the Coast Guard Reserve shall enter into a written agreement with the Coast Guard that notifies the Reserve enlisted member of the obligations of that member under this section, and in which the member agrees to the following:(A) The member shall complete an approved college degree program at a college, university, or institution of higher education described in subsection (b)(5).(B) The member shall satisfactorily complete all required Coast Guard training and participate in monthly military activities of the Program as required by the Commandant.(C) Upon graduation from the college, university, or institution of higher education described in subsection (b)(5), the member shall—(i) accept an appointment, if tendered, as a commissioned officer in the Coast Guard Reserve; and(ii) serve a period of obligated active duty for a minimum of 3 years immediately after such appointment as follows:(I) Members participating in the Program shall be obligated to serve on active duty 3 months for each month of instruction for which they receive financial assistance pursuant to this section for the first 12 months and 1 month for each month thereafter, or 3 years, whichever is greater.(II) The period of obligated active duty service incurred while participating in the Program shall be in addition to any other obligated service a member may incur due to receiving other bonuses or other benefits as part of any other Coast Guard program.(III) If an appointment described in clause (i) is not tendered, the member will remain in the Reserve component until completion of the member’s enlisted service obligation.(D) The member shall agree to perform such duties or complete such terms under the conditions of service specified by the Coast Guard.(3) Expenses.— Expenses for which financial assistance may be provided under this section are the following:(A) Tuition and fees charged by the college, university, or institution of higher education at which a member is enrolled on a full-time basis.(B) The cost of books.(C) In the case of a program of education leading to a baccalaureate degree, laboratory expenses.(D) Such other expenses as the Commandant considers appropriate, which may not exceed $25,000 for any academic year.(4) Time limit.— Financial assistance may be provided to a member under this section for up to 5 consecutive academic years.(5) Breach of agreement.—(A) In general.— The Secretary may retain in the Coast Guard Reserve, and

    The bill says: Section 3710 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 3710)

  1049. 14 U.S.C. 2131repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 5162(b)

    The bill says: Section 2131 of title 14, United States Code, is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2131)

  1050. 14 U.S.C. 2514(c)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5164(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(3) by striking "2 months" and inserting "30 days"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2514)

  1051. 14 U.S.C. 2514(h)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5164(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2514)

  1052. 14 U.S.C. 2514(h)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5164(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by striking the period and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2514)

  1053. 14 U.S.C. 2514(h)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 5164(2)

    (3) the entitlement of the member and of the survivors of the member to all death benefits under subchapter II of chapter 75 of title 10;(4) the provision of all travel and transportation allowances to family members of a deceased member to attend the repatriation, burial, or memorial ceremony of a deceased member as provided in section 453(f) of title 37;(5) the eligibility of the member for general benefits as provided in part II of title 38; and(6) in the case of a victim of an alleged sex-related offense (as such term is defined in section 1044e(h) of title 10) to the maximum extent practicable, maintaining access to—(A) Coast Guard behavioral health resources;(B) sexual assault prevention and response resources and programs of the Coast Guard; and(C) Coast Guard legal resources, including, to the extent practicable, special victims’ counsel.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2514)

  1054. 14 U.S.C. 324(b)(1)a new sectionchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5166(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by striking "The Secretary" and inserting "Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Secretary"; and

    Bill text

  1055. 14 U.S.C. 324(b)(2)a new sectionchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5166(c)

    (A) the design of the Museum; and(B) engineering, construction administration, and quality assurance services for the Museum.

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by striking "on the engineering and design of a Museum." and inserting "on—"

    Bill text

  1056. 14 U.S.C. 324(e)a new sectionrewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5166(c)

    (2)(A) for the purpose of conducting Coast Guard operations, lease from the Association—(i) the Museum; and(ii) any property owned by the Association that is adjacent to the railroad tracks that are adjacent to the property on which the Museum is located; and

    The bill says: in subsection (e), by amending paragraph (2)(A) to read as follows:

    Bill text

  1057. 14 U.S.C. 324a new sectionrewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5166(c)

    (g) Services.— With respect to the services related to the construction, maintenance, and operation of the Museum, the Commandant may, from nonprofits entities including the Association,—(1) solicit and accept services; and(2) enter into contracts or memoranda of agreement to acquire such services.

    The bill says: by amending subsection (g) to read as follows:

    Bill text

  1058. 14 U.S.C. 305(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5167(a)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by striking "may" and inserting "shall"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 305)

  1059. 14 U.S.C. 305(a)(1)(A)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5167(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A)(ii) by striking "be the Chief of Staff of the Coast Guard" and inserting "oversee personnel management, workforce and dependent support, training, and related matters".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 305)

  1060. 14 U.S.C. 312added 313by S. 2296 Sec. 5169(a)

    313 Special Advisor to Commandant for Tribal and Native Hawaiian Affairs.—(a) In general.— In accordance with Federal trust responsibilities and treaty obligations, laws, and policies relevant to Indian Tribes and in support of the principles of self-determination, self-governance, and co-management with respect to Indian Tribes, and to support engagement with Native Hawaiians, there shall be in the Coast Guard a Special Advisor to the Commandant for Tribal and Native Hawaiian Affairs (in this section referred to as the "Special Advisor"), who shall—(1) be selected by the Secretary and the Commandant through a competitive search process;(2) have expertise in Federal Indian law and policy, including government-to-government consultation;(3) to the maximum extent practicable, have expertise in legal and policy issues affecting Native Hawaiians; and(4) have an established record of distinguished service and achievement working with Indian Tribes, Tribal organizations, and Native Hawaiian organizations.(b) Career reserved position.— The position of Special Advisor shall be a career reserved position at the GS–15 level or greater.(c) Duties.— The Special Advisor shall—(1) ensure the Federal government upholds the Federal trust responsibility and conducts consistent, meaningful, and timely government-to-government consultation and engagement with Indian Tribes, which shall meet or exceed the standards of the Federal Government and the Coast Guard;(2) ensure meaningful and timely engagement with—(A) Native Hawaiian organizations; and(B) Tribal organizations;(3) advise the Commandant on all policies of the Coast Guard that have Tribal implications in accordance with applicable law and policy, including Executive Orders;(4) work to ensure that the policies of the Federal Government regarding consultation and engagement with Indian Tribes and engagement with Native Hawaiian organizations and Tribal organizations are implemented in a meaningful manner, working through Coast Guard leadership and across the Coast Guard, together with—(A) liaisons located within Coast Guard districts;(B) the Director of Coast Guard Governmental and Public Affairs; and(C) other Coast Guard leadership and programs and other Federal partners; and(5) support Indian Tribes, Native Hawaiian organizations, and Tribal organizations in all matters under the jurisdiction of the Coast Guard.(d) Direct access to Secretary and Commandant.— No officer or employee of the Coast Guard or the Department of Homeland Security may interfere with the ability of the Special Advisor to give direct and independent advice to the Secretary and the Commandant on matters related to this section.(e) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Indian tribe.— The term "Indian Tribe" has the meaning given such term in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304).(2) Native Hawaiian organization.— The term "Native Hawaiian organization" has the meaning given such term in section 6207 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7517) except the term includes the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.(3) Tribal organization.— The term "Tribal organization" has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 5304).

    The bill says: Chapter 3 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 312 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 312)

  1061. 14 U.S.C. 312addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5169(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 3 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 312 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 312)

  1062. Public Law 117-263(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5169(e)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "section 312 of title 14" and inserting "section 315 of title 14"; and

    Bill text

  1063. Public Law 117-263(b)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5169(e)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(2)(A), by striking "section 312 of title 14" and inserting "section 315 of title 14".

    Bill text

  1064. Public Law 115-282(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5169(e)

    The bill says: Section 807(a) of the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 (Public Law 115–282) is amended by striking "section 313 of title 14" and inserting "section 316 of title 14".

    Bill text

  1065. Public Law 118-31(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5169(e)

    The bill says: Section 3533(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118–31) is amended by striking "section 315 of title 14" and inserting "section 318 of title 14".

    Bill text

  1066. 33 U.S.C. 1321(j)(9)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5169(e)

    The bill says: Section 311(j)(9)(D) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321(j)(9)(D)) is amended by striking "section 323 of title 14" each place it appears and inserting "section 325 of title 14" each such place.

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1321)

  1067. 14 U.S.C. 1903rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5171

    1903 Annual Board of Visitors.—(a) In general.— The Commandant shall establish a Board of Visitors to the Coast Guard Academy to review and make recommendations on the operation of the Academy.(b) Membership.—(1) In general.— The membership of the Board shall consist of the following:(A) The chairperson of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate, or a member of such Committee designated by such chairperson.(B) The chairperson of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, or a member of such Committee designated by such chairperson.(C) 3 Senators appointed by the Vice President.(D) 4 Members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives.(E) 2 Senators appointed by the Vice President, each of whom shall be selected from among members of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate.(F) 2 Members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, each of whom shall be selected from among members of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives.(G) 6 individuals designated by the President.(2) Timing of appointments of members.—(A) If any member of the Board described in paragraph (1)(C) is not appointed by the date that is 180 days after the date on which the first session of each Congress convenes, the chair and ranking member of the subcommittee of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate with jurisdiction over the authorization of appropriations of the Coast Guard shall be members of the Board until the date on which the second session of such Congress adjourns sine die.(B) If any member of the Board described in paragraph (1)(D) is not appointed by the date that is 180 days after the date on which the first session of each Congress convenes, the chair and ranking member of the subcommittee of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives with jurisdiction over the authorization of appropriations for the Coast Guard shall be members of the Board until the date on which the second session of such Congress adjourns sine die.(C) If any member of the Board described in paragraph (1)(E) is not appointed by the date that is 180 days after the date on which the first session of each Congress convenes, the chair and ranking member of the subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate with jurisdiction over appropriations for the Coast Guard shall be members of the Board until the date on which the second session of such Congress adjourns sine die.(D) If any member of the Board described in paragraph (1)(F) is not appointed by the date that is 180 days after the date on which the first session of each Congress convenes, the chair and ranking member of the subcommittee of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives with jurisdiction over appropriations for the Coast Guard shall be members of the Board until the date on which the second session of such Congress adjourns sine die.(3) Chairperson.—(A) In general.— On a biennial basis and subject to paragraph (4), the Board shall select from among the members of the Board a Member of Congress to serve as the Chair of the Board.(B) Rotation.— A Member of the House of Representatives and a Member of the Senate shall alternately be selected as the Chair of the Board.(C) Term.— An individual may not serve as Chairperson of the Board for consecutive terms.(4) Length of service.—(A) Members of congress.— A Member of Congress designated as a member of the Board under paragraph (1) shall be designated as a member in the first session of the applicable Congress and shall serve for the duration of such Congress.(B) Individuals designated by the president.— Each individual designated by the President under paragraph (1)(G) shall serve as a member of the Board for 3 years, except that any such member whose term of office has expired shall continue to serve until a successor is appointed by the President.(C) Death or resignation of a member.— If a member of the Board dies or resigns, a successor shall be designated for any unexpired portion of the term of the member by the official who designated the member.(c) Duties.—(1) Academy visits.—(A) Annual visit.— The Commandant shall invite each member of the Board, and any designee of a member of the Board, to visit the Coast Guard Academy at least once annually to review the operation of the Academy.(B) Additional visits.— With the approval of the Secretary, the Board or any members of the Board in connection with the duties of the Board may—(i) make visits to the Academy in addition to the visits described in subparagraph (A); or(ii) consult with—(I) the Superintendent of the Academy; or(II) the faculty, staff, or cadets of the Academy.(C) Access.— The Commandant shall ensure that the Board or any members of the Board who visits the Academy under this paragraph is provided reasonable access to the grounds, facilities, cadets, faculty, staff, and other personnel of the Academy for the purpose of carrying out the duties of the Board.(2) Oversight review.— In conducting oversight of the Academy under this section, the Board shall review, with respect to the Academy—(A) the state of morale and discipline, including with respect to prevention of, response to, and recovery from sexual assault and sexual harassment;(B) recruitment and retention, including diversity, inclusion, and issues regarding women specifically;(C) the curriculum;(D) instruction;(E) physical equipment, including infrastructure, living quarters, and deferred maintenance;(F) fiscal affairs; and(G) any other matter relating to the Academy the Board considers appropriate.(d) Administrative matters.—(1) Meetings.—(A) In general.— Not less frequently than annually, the Board shall meet at a location chosen by the Commandant, in consultation with the B

    The bill says: Section 1903 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1903)

  1068. 14 U.S.C. 1906addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5174(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 19 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1906 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1906)

  1069. 14 U.S.C. 1902added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 5178

    (f) Room reassignment.— Coast Guard Academy cadets may request room reassignment if experiencing discomfort due to Coast Guard Academy rooming assignments, consistent with policy.

    The bill says: Section 1902 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 1902)

  1070. 46 U.S.C. 2101renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (20) through (56) as paragraphs (21), (22), (24), (25), (26), (27), (28), (29), (30), (31), (32), (33), (34), (35), (36), (37), (38), (39), (40), (41), (42), (43), (44), (45), (46), (47), (48), (49), (50), (51), (52), (53), (54), (55), (56), (57), and (58), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 2101)

  1071. 46 U.S.C. 2101added (20)by S. 2296 Sec. 5201(a)

    (20) "merchant mariner credential" means a merchant mariner license, certificate, or document that the Secretary is authorized to issue pursuant to this title.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (19) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 2101)

  1072. 46 U.S.C. 2101added (23)by S. 2296 Sec. 5201(a)

    (23) "nautical school program" means a program that—(A) offers a comprehensive program of training that includes substantial sea service on nautical school vessels or merchant vessels of the United States primarily to train individuals for service in the merchant marine; and(B) is approved by the Secretary for purposes of section 7315, in accordance with regulations promulgated by the Secretary.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (22), as so redesignated, the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 2101)

  1073. 46 U.S.C. 7116removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(a)

    The bill says: Section 7116 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (c).

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7116)

  1074. 46 U.S.C. 7306rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(a)

    7306 General requirements and classifications for members of deck departments.—(a) In general.— The Secretary may issue a merchant mariner credential, to members of the deck department in the following classes:(1) Able Seaman-Unlimited.(2) Able Seaman-Limited.(3) Able Seaman-Special.(4) Able Seaman-Offshore Supply Vessels.(5) Able Seaman-Sail.(6) Able Seaman-Fishing Industry.(7) Ordinary Seaman.(b) Classification of credentials.— The Secretary may classify the merchant mariner credential issued under subsection (a) based on—(1) the tonnage and means of propulsion of vessels;(2) the waters on which vessels are to be operated; or(3) other appropriate standards.(c) Qualifications.— To qualify for a credential under this section, an applicant shall provide satisfactory proof that the applicant—(1) is at least 18 years of age;(2) has the service required by the applicable section of this part;(3) is qualified professionally as demonstrated by an applicable examination or educational requirements;(4) is qualified as to sight, hearing, and physical condition to perform the seafarer’s duties; and(5) has satisfied any additional requirements established by the Secretary, including career patterns and service appropriate to the particular service, industry, or job functions the individual is engaged.

    The bill says: Section 7306 of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7306)

  1075. 46 U.S.C. 7313(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(b)

    The bill says: in subsection (b) by striking "and coal passer"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7313)

  1076. 46 U.S.C. 7313changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(b)

    (c) Classification of credentials.— The Secretary may classify the merchant mariner credential issued under subsection (a) based on—(1) the tonnage and means of propulsion of vessels;(2) the waters on which vessels are to be operated; or(3) other appropriate standards.(d) Qualifications.— To qualify for an credential under this section, an applicant shall provide satisfactory proof that the applicant—(1) is at least 18 years of age;(2) has a minimum of 6-months service in the related entry rating;(3) is qualified professionally as demonstrated by an applicable examination or educational requirements; and(4) is qualified as to sight, hearing, and physical condition to perform the member’s duties.

    The bill says: by striking subsection (c) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7313)

  1077. 46 U.S.C. 7315rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(c)

    7315 Training.—(a) Nautical School Program.— Graduation from a nautical school program may be substituted for the sea service requirements under sections 7307 through 7311a and 7313 of this title.(b) Other approved training programs.— The satisfactory completion of a training program approved by the Secretary may be substituted for not more than one-half of the sea service requirements under sections 7307 through 7311a and 7313 of this title in accordance with subsection (c).(c) Training days.— For purposes of subsection (b), training days undertaken in connection with training programs approved by the Secretary may be substituted for days of required sea service under sections 7307 through 7311a and 7313 of this title as follows:(1) Each shore-based training day in the form of classroom lectures may be substituted for 2 days of sea service requirements.(2) Each training day of laboratory training, practical demonstrations, and other similar training, may be substituted for 4 days of sea service requirements.(3) Each training day of full mission simulator training may be substituted for 6 days of sea service requirements.(4) Each training day underway on a vessel while enrolled in an approved training program may be substituted for 1½ days of sea service requirements, as long as—(A) the structured training provided while underway on a vessel is—(i) acceptable to the Secretary as part of the approved training program; and(ii) fully completed by the individual; and(B) the tonnage of such vessel is appropriate to the endorsement being sought.(d) Definition.— In this section, the term "training day" means a day that consists of not less than 7 hours of training.

    The bill says: Section 7315 of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7315)

  1078. 16 U.S.C. 1802(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(c)

    The bill says: Section 3(3) of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (16 U.S.C. 1802(3)) is amended by striking "2101(30) of title 46" and inserting "2101 of title 46".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 1802)

  1079. 18 U.S.C. 1992(d)(7)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(c)

    The bill says: Section 1992(d)(7) of title 18, United States Code, is amended by striking "section 2101(31) of title 46" and inserting "section 2101 of title 46".

    Bill text · Current law (18 U.S.C. 1992)

  1080. 33 U.S.C. 1321(a)(26)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(c)

    The bill says: Section 311(a)(26)(D) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321(a)(26)(D)) is amended by striking "section 2101(23)" and inserting "section 2101".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1321)

  1081. 49 U.S.C. 1101changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(c)

    The bill says: Section 1101 of title 49, United States Code, is amended by striking "Section 2101(23)" and inserting "Section 2101(24)".

    Bill text · Current law (49 U.S.C. 1101)

  1082. 46 U.S.C. 7307changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: The section heading for section 7307 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "seamen" and inserting "seafarers".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7307)

  1083. 46 U.S.C. 7307changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: Section 7307 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "3 years" and inserting "18 months".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7307)

  1084. 46 U.S.C. 7308changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: The section heading for section 7308 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "seamen" and inserting "seafarers".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7308)

  1085. 46 U.S.C. 7308changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: Section 7308 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "18 months" and inserting "12 months".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7308)

  1086. 46 U.S.C. 7309changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: The section heading for section 7309 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "seamen" and inserting "seafarers".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7309)

  1087. 46 U.S.C. 7309changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: Section 7309 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "12 months" and inserting "6 months".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7309)

  1088. 46 U.S.C. 7310changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: The section heading for section 7310 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "seamen" and inserting "seafarers".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7310)

  1089. 46 U.S.C. 7311changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: The section heading for section 7311 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "seamen" and inserting "seafarers".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7311)

  1090. 46 U.S.C. 7311achangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: The section heading for section 7311a of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "seamen" and inserting "seafarers".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7311a)

  1091. Public Law 118-31(j)repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: Section 3534(j) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (Public Law 118–31) is repealed.

    Bill text

  1092. 46 U.S.C. 7510removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(d)

    The bill says: Section 7510 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (d).

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7510)

  1093. 46 U.S.C. 7507added (d)by S. 2296 Sec. 5201(e)

    (d) Renewal.— With respect to any renewal of an active merchant mariner credential issued under this part that is not an extension under subsection (a) or (b), such credential shall begin the day after the expiration of the active credential of the credential holder.

    The bill says: Section 7507 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7507)

  1094. 46 U.S.C. 7102changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in the section heading by inserting "or noncitizen nationality" after "Citizenship"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7102)

  1095. 46 U.S.C. 7102changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: by inserting "or noncitizen nationals (as such term is described in section 308 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1408))" after "citizens".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7102)

  1096. 46 U.S.C. 7304changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in the section heading by inserting "or noncitizen nationality" after "Citizenship"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7304)

  1097. 46 U.S.C. 7304changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: by inserting "or noncitizen national (as such term is described in section 308 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1408))" after "citizen".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7304)

  1098. 46 U.S.C. 8103changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in the section heading by inserting "or noncitizen nationality" after "Citizenship";

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1099. 46 U.S.C. 8103(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (a) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen";

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1100. 46 U.S.C. 8103(b)(1)(A)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1)(A)(i) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen";

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1101. 46 U.S.C. 8103(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3) by inserting "or noncitizen nationality" after "citizenship"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1102. 46 U.S.C. 8103(b)(3)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3)(C) by inserting "or noncitizen nationals" after "citizens";

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1103. 46 U.S.C. 8103(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (c) by inserting "or noncitizen nationals" after "citizens";

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1104. 46 U.S.C. 8103(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by inserting "or noncitizen nationals" after "citizens"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1105. 46 U.S.C. 8103(d)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen" each place it appears;

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1106. 46 U.S.C. 8103(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (e) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen" each place it appears;

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1107. 46 U.S.C. 8103(i)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (i)(1)(A) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen";

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1108. 46 U.S.C. 8103(k)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: in subsection (k)(1)(A) by inserting "or noncitizen national" after "citizen"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1109. 46 U.S.C. 8103added (l)by S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    (l) Noncitizen national defined.— In this section, the term noncitizen national means an individual described in section 308 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1408).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 8103)

  1110. 8 U.S.C. 1408(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: Section 12131(a) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting "or noncitizen national (as such term is described in section 308 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1408))" after "citizen".

    Bill text · Current law (8 U.S.C. 1408)

  1111. 8 U.S.C. 1408(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(f)

    The bill says: Section 12135(2) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting "or noncitizen national (as such term is described in section 308 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1408))" after "citizen".

    Bill text · Current law (8 U.S.C. 1408)

  1112. Public Law 116-283(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5202

    The bill says: Section 8313(b) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283) is amended by striking "2025" and inserting "2027".

    Bill text

  1113. 46 U.S.C. 2302(b)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5211

    (b) Grossly negligent operation.—(1) Misdemeanor.— A person operating a vessel in a grossly negligent manner that endangers the life, limb, or property of a person commits a class A misdemeanor.(2) Felony.— A person operating a vessel in a grossly negligent manner that results in serious bodily injury, as defined in section 1365(h)(3) of title 18—(A) commits a class E felony; and(B) may be assessed a civil penalty of not more than $35,000.

    The bill says: Section 2302(b) of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 2302)

  1114. 46 U.S.C. 7702(d)(1)(B)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5212(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B) by redesignating clauses (i) through (iv) as subclauses (I) through (IV), respectively (and by conforming the margins accordingly);

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7702)

  1115. 46 U.S.C. 7702(d)(1)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5212(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as clauses (i) and (ii), respectively (and by conforming the margins accordingly);

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7702)

  1116. 46 U.S.C. 7702(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5212(a)

    an individual—(A) if—

    The bill says: by striking "an individual if—" and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7702)

  1117. 46 U.S.C. 7702(d)(1)(A)(ii)(IV)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5212(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A)(ii)(IV), as so redesignated, by striking the period at the end and inserting "; or"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7702)

  1118. 46 U.S.C. 7702(d)(1)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 5212(a)

    (B) if there is probable cause to believe that the individual has violated company policy and is a security risk that poses a threat to other individuals on the vessel.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7702)

  1119. 46 U.S.C. 2101(47)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5212(b)

    The bill says: Section 2101(47)(B) of title 46, United States Code (as so redesignated), is amended by striking "; and" and inserting "; or".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 2101)

  1120. 46 U.S.C. 3714(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5214(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(1) by striking "The Secretary" and inserting "Except as provided in subsection (c), the Secretary";

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3714)

  1121. 46 U.S.C. 3714renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5214(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3714)

  1122. 46 U.S.C. 3714added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 5214(a)

    (c) Performance-driven examination schedule.—(1) In general.— With respect to examinations of foreign vessels to which this chapter applies, and subject to paragraph (3), the Secretary may adopt a performance-driven examination schedule to which such vessels are to be examined and the frequency with which such examinations occur, including the frequency of examinations for each vessel. Such schedule shall be consistent with the Secretary’s assessment of the safety performance of such vessels, including each vessel participating in the performance-driven examination schedule, in accordance with paragraph (2).(2) Considerations.— In developing an examination schedule under paragraph (1) and subject to paragraph (3), with respect to each vessel in determining eligibility to participate in the performance based examination schedule—(A) the Secretary shall consider—(i) certificate of compliance and examination history, to include those conducted by foreign countries;(ii) history of violations, vessel detentions, incidents, and casualties;(iii) history of notices of violation issued by the Coast Guard;(iv) safety related information provided by the flag state of the vessel;(v) owner and operator history;(vi) historical classification society data, which may include relevant surveys;(vii) cargo-specific documentation;(viii) data from port state control safety exams; and(ix) relevant repair and maintenance history; and(B) the Secretary may consider—(i) data from relevant vessel quality assurance and risk assessment programs including Quality Shipping for the 21st Century (QUALSHIP 21);(ii) data from industry inspection regimes;(iii) data from vessel self assessments submitted to the International Maritime Organization or other maritime organizations; and(iv) other safety relevant data or information as determined by the Secretary.(3) Eligibility.— In developing an examination schedule under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall not consider a vessel eligible to take part in a performance-driven examination schedule under paragraph (1) if, within the last 36 months, the vessel has—(A) been detained by the Coast Guard;(B) a record of a violation issued by the Coast Guard against the owners or operators with a finding of proved; or(C) suffered a marine casualty that, as determined by the Secretary, involves the safe operation of the vessel and overall performance of the vessel.(4) Restrictions.— The Secretary may not adopt a performance-driven examination schedule under paragraph (1) until the Secretary has—(A) conducted the assessment recommended in the Government Accountability Office report submitted under section 8254(a) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283);(B) concluded through such assessment that a performance-driven examination schedule provides not less than the level of safety provided by the annual examinations required under subsection (a)(1); and(C) provided the results of such assessment to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (b) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3714)

  1123. 46 U.S.C. 70011(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5215(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by inserting ", including damage or destruction resulting from cyber incidents, transnational organized crime, or foreign state threats" after "adjacent to such waters"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70011)

  1124. 46 U.S.C. 70011(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5215(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting "or harm resulting from cyber incidents, transnational organized crime, or foreign state threats" after "loss".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70011)

  1125. 46 U.S.C. 70051changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5215(b)

    The bill says: Section 70051 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting "or cyber incidents, or transnational organized crime, or foreign state threats," after "threatened war, or invasion, or insurrection, or subversive activity,".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70051)

  1126. 46 U.S.C. 70011(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5215(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3) by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70011)

  1127. 46 U.S.C. 70011(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5215(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4) by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70011)

  1128. 46 U.S.C. 70011(b)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 5215(c)

    (5) prohibiting a representative of a government of country that the Secretary of State has determined has repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism under section 620A of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2371) from visiting a facility for which a facility security plan is required under section 70103(c).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70011)

  1129. 46 U.S.C. 70007addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5219(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 700 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 70007 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70007)

  1130. Public Law 116-283repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 5219(c)

    The bill says: Section 8343 of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283) is repealed.

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  1131. 46 U.S.C. 9302(a)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5221(a)

    The bill says: Section 9302(a)(1)(A) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "in waters" and inserting "in the Straits of Mackinac and in all other waters".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 9302)

  1132. 46 U.S.C. 9302added (g)by S. 2296 Sec. 5221(b)

    (g) Definition of the Straits of Mackinac.— In this section, the term "Straits of Mackinac" includes all of the United States navigable waters bounded by longitudes 84 degrees 20 minutes west and 85 degrees 10 minutes west and latitudes 45 degrees 39 minutes north and 45 degrees 54 minutes north, including Gray’s Reef Passage, the South Channel, and Round Island Passage, and approaches thereto.

    The bill says: Section 9302 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 9302)

  1133. 46 U.S.C. 80301(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5222

    The bill says: Section 80301(c) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking the period at the end and inserting "and shall remain available until expended for the purpose of the Coast Guard international ice patrol program under this chapter.".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 80301)

  1134. Public Law 117-263(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5223(b)

    The bill says: Section 11325(a) of the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023 (Public Law 117–263; 136 Stat. 4095) is amended by striking "3" and inserting "5".

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  1135. 14 U.S.C. 319(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5235

    The bill says: Section 319(b)(1) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking "2 or more existing Coast Guard small boats deployed at operational units" and inserting "2 or more Coast Guard small boats deployed at operational units and 2 or more existing Coast Guard small boats".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 319)

  1136. 46 U.S.C. 70503(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5241(1)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking "While on board a covered vessel, an" and inserting "An";

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70503)

  1137. 46 U.S.C. 70503(a)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5241(2)

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70503)

  1138. 46 U.S.C. 70503(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5241(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting "on board a covered vessel" before the semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70503)

  1139. 46 U.S.C. 70503(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5241(4)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3) by inserting "while on board a covered vessel" after "such individual".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70503)

  1140. Public Law 115-282added 904by S. 2296 Sec. 5242(a)

    904 Information on type approval certificates.— Unless otherwise prohibited by law, the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall, upon request by any State, the District of Columbia, any Indian Tribe, or any territory of the United States, provide all data possessed by the Coast Guard for a ballast water management system with a type approval certificate approved by the Coast Guard pursuant to subpart 162.060 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025 pertaining to—(1) challenge water (as defined in section 162.060–3 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025) quality characteristics;(2) post-treatment water quality characteristics;(3) challenge water (as defined in section 162.060–3 of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025) biologic organism concentrations data; and(4) post-treatment water biologic organism concentrations data.

    The bill says: Title IX of the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 (Public Law 115–282) is amended by adding at the end the following:

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  1141. Public Law 115-282addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5242(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents for the Frank LoBiondo Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2018 (Public Law 115–282) is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 903 the following:

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  1142. 33 U.S.C. 1504(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5243(a)

    The bill says: Section 5(a) of the Deepwater Port Act of 1974 (33 U.S.C. 1504(a)) is amended by striking the first sentence and inserting "Notwithstanding section 888(b) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 468(b)), the Secretary shall have the authority to issue regulations to carry out the purposes and provisions of this Act, in accordance with the provisions of section 553 of title 5, United States Code, without regard to subsection (a) thereof.".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1504)

  1143. 33 U.S.C. 1504changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5243(b)

    (f) NEPA compliance.—(1) Definition of lead agency.— In this subsection, the term "lead agency" has the meaning given the term in section 111 of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4336e).(2) Lead agency.—(A) In general.— For all applications, the Maritime Administration shall be the Federal lead agency for purposes of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.).(B) Effect of compliance.— Compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) in accordance with subparagraph (A) shall fulfill the requirement of the Federal lead agency in carrying out the responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.) pursuant to this Act.

    The bill says: Section 5 of the Deepwater Port Act of 1974 (33 U.S.C. 1504) is amended by striking subsection (f) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1504)

  1144. Public Law 116-283removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5244(1)

    The bill says: by striking subsections (d) and (e);

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  1145. Public Law 116-283renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5244(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and

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  1146. Public Law 116-283added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 5244(3)

    (c) Prohibition.— The Commandant shall prohibit any vessel anchoring on the reach of the Hudson River described in subsection (a) unless such anchoring is within any anchorage established before January 1, 2021.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (b) the following:

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  1147. 46 U.S.C. 3507(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5245(a)

    The bill says: Section 3507(d)(1) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by inserting "(taking into consideration the length of the voyage and the number of passengers and crewmembers that the vessel can accommodate)" after "a sexual assault".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3507)

  1148. 46 U.S.C. 3507(f)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5245(b)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A) by striking "and" at the end; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3507)

  1149. 46 U.S.C. 3507(f)(1)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 5245(b)

    (C) a system that electronically records the date, time, and identity of each crew member accessing each passenger stateroom; and

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (B) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3507)

  1150. 46 U.S.C. 3507(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5245(b)

    (2) ensure that the procedures and restrictions are—(A) fully and properly implemented;(B) reviewed annually; and(C) updated as necessary.

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3507)

  1151. 46 U.S.C. 70103(c)added (9)by S. 2296 Sec. 5246

    (9) The Secretary may conduct no-notice exercises in Captain of the Port Zones (as described in part 3 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations as in effect on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025) involving a facility or vessel required to maintain a security plan under this subsection.

    The bill says: Section 70103(c) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70103)

  1152. Public Law 117-263(a)(2)(A)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5247

    The bill says: Section 11304(a)(2)(A)(i) of the Don Young Coast Guard Reauthorization Act of 2022 (division K of Public Law 117–263; 16 U.S.C. 1390 note) is amended by striking "4 years" and inserting "6 years".

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  1153. Public Law 117-263changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5248

    The bill says: Section 11320 of the Don Young Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2022 (Public Law 117–263; 136 Stat. 4092) is amended by striking "during the period" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "until December 31, 2029.".

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  1154. 46 U.S.C. 3316(d)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5249(1)

    (i) the government of the foreign country in which the foreign society is headquartered—(I) delegates that authority to the American Bureau of Shipping; or(II) does not delegate that authority to any classification society; or

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (2)(B)(i) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3316)

  1155. 46 U.S.C. 3316(d)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 5249(2)

    (5) Clarification on authority.— Nothing in this subsection authorizes the Secretary to make a delegation under paragraph (2) to a classification society from the People’s Republic of China.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 3316)

  1156. 33 U.S.C. 1321(j)added (10)by S. 2296 Sec. 5301(a)

    (10) Salvage and marine firefighting response capability.—(A) In general.— The President, acting through the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating unless otherwise delegated by the President, may require—(i) periodic inspection of vessels and salvage equipment, firefighting equipment, and other major marine casualty response equipment on or associated with vessels;(ii) periodic verification of capabilities to appropriately, and in a timely manner, respond to a marine casualty, including—(I) drills, with or without prior notice;(II) review of contracts and relevant third-party agreements;(III) testing of equipment;(IV) review of training; and(V) other evaluations of marine casualty response capabilities, as determined appropriate by the President; and(iii) carrying of appropriate response equipment for responding to a marine casualty that employs the best technology economically feasible and that is compatible with the safe operation of the vessel.(B) Definitions.— In this paragraph:(i) Marine casualty.— The term "marine casualty" means a marine casualty that is required to be reported pursuant to paragraph (3), (4), or (5) of section 6101 of title 46, United States Code.(ii) Salvage equipment.— The term "salvage equipment" means any equipment that is capable of being used to assist a vessel in potential or actual danger in order to prevent loss of life, damage or destruction of the vessel or its cargo, or release of its contents into the marine environment.

    The bill says: Section 311(j) of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321(j)) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 1321)

  1157. 46 U.S.C. 6308(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5302(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a) by striking "initiated" and inserting "conducted"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 6308)

  1158. 46 U.S.C. 6308added (e)by S. 2296 Sec. 5302(2)

    (e) For purposes of this section, an administrative proceeding conducted by the United States includes proceedings under section 7701 and claims adjudicated under section 1013 of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (33 U.S.C. 2713).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 6308)

  1159. 33 U.S.C. 2717added (g)by S. 2296 Sec. 5303

    (g) Timing of review.— Before the date of completion of a removal action, no person may bring an action under this Act, section 311 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1321), or chapter 7 of title 5, United States Code, challenging any decision relating to such removal action that is made by an on-scene coordinator appointed under the National Contingency Plan.

    The bill says: Section 1017 of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (33 U.S.C. 2717) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2717)

  1160. Public Law 106-113removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(1)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (5);

    Bill text

  1161. Public Law 106-113renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (2), (3), (4), (6), and (7) as subsections (c), (d), (e), (f), and (g), respectively, and indenting the subsections appropriately;

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  1162. Public Law 106-113(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(3)

    (a) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Consent decree.— The term "Consent Decree" means the consent decree issued in United States v. Exxon Corporation, et al. (No. A91-082 CIV) and State of Alaska v. Exxon Corporation, et al. (No. A91–083 CIV).(2) Fund.— The term "Fund" means the Natural Resource Damage Assessment and Restoration Fund established pursuant to title I of the Department of the Interior and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 1992 (43 U.S.C. 1474b).(3) Outside account.— The term "outside account" means any account outside the United States Treasury.(4) Trustee.— The term "Trustee" means a Federal or State natural resource trustee for the Exxon Valdez oil spill.(b) Deposits.—(1) In general.— Notwithstanding any other provision of law and subject to subsection (g)

    The bill says: by striking "(1) Notwithstanding any other provision of law and subject to the provisions of paragraphs (5) and (7)" and inserting the following:

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  1163. Public Law 106-113(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(4)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by striking "issued in United States v. Exxon Corporation, et al. (No. A91–082 CIV) and State of Alaska v. Exxon Corporation, et al. (No. A91–083 CIV) (hereafter referred to as the "Consent Decree"),";

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  1164. Public Law 106-113(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(4)

    (A) the Fund;(B) an outside account; or

    The bill says: by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B) and inserting the following:

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  1165. Public Law 106-113(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(4)

    The bill says: by striking "the Federal and State natural resource trustees for the Exxon Valdez oil spill ("trustees")" and inserting "the Trustees"; and

    Bill text

  1166. Public Law 106-113(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(4)

    The bill says: by striking "Any funds" and inserting the following:

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  1167. Public Law 106-113(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(5)

    The bill says: in subsection (c) (as redesignated by paragraph (2)) by striking "(c) Joint" and inserting the following:

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  1168. Public Law 106-113(d)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(6)

    The bill says: in subsection (d) (as redesignated by paragraph (2)) by striking "(d) The transfer" and inserting the following:

    Bill text

  1169. Public Law 106-113(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(7)

    The bill says: by striking "(e) Nothing herein shall affect" and inserting the following:

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  1170. Public Law 106-113(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(7)

    The bill says: by striking "trustees" and inserting "Trustees";

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  1171. Public Law 106-113(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(8)

    The bill says: by striking "(f) The Federal trustees and the State trustees" and inserting the following:

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  1172. Public Law 106-113(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(8)

    The bill says: by striking "this program" and inserting "this section, prioritizing the issuance of grants to facilitate habitat protection and habitat restoration programs"; and

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  1173. Public Law 106-113(g)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(9)

    The bill says: in the second sentence, by striking "Upon the expiration of the authorities granted in this section all" and inserting the following:

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  1174. Public Law 106-113(g)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5305(9)

    (g) Expiration.—(1) In general.— The authority

    The bill says: by striking "(g) The authority" and inserting the following:

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  1175. 14 U.S.C. 2131addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5404(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 21 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2131 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2131)

  1176. 14 U.S.C. 2102(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5404(c)

    The bill says: Section 2102(a) of title 14, United States Code, is amended, in the second sentence by striking "and officers of the permanent commissioned teaching staff of the Coast Guard Academy" and inserting "officers of the permanent commissioned teaching staff of the Coast Guard Academy, and officers designated by the Secretary pursuant this section".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2102)

  1177. 14 U.S.C. 2103(e)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5404(c)

    (e) Secretary To prescribe numbers for certain officers.— The Secretary shall prescribe the number of officers authorized to be serving on active duty in each grade of—(1) the permanent commissioned teaching staff of the Coast Guard Academy;(2) the officers designated by the Secretary pursuant to this section; and(3) the officers of the Reserve serving in connection with organizing, administering, recruiting, instructing, or training the reserve components.

    The bill says: Subsection (e) of section 2103 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2103)

  1178. 14 U.S.C. 2126changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5404(c)

    The bill says: Section 2126 of title 14, United States Code, is amended, in the second sentence, by inserting "and as to officers designated by the Secretary pursuant to this section" after "reserve components".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2126)

  1179. 14 U.S.C. 3736(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5404(c)

    The bill says: in the first sentence by striking "promotion list and the" and inserting "promotion list, officers designated by the Secretary pursuant to this section, and the officers on the"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 3736)

  1180. 14 U.S.C. 3736(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5404(c)

    The bill says: in the second sentence by striking "promotion list or the" and inserting "promotion list, officers designated by the Secretary pursuant to this section, or the officers on the".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 3736)

  1181. 14 U.S.C. 5112rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5406(b)

    5112 Covered misconduct in Coast Guard.—(a) In general.— Not later than March 1 each year, the Commandant shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on incidents of covered misconduct involving members of the Coast Guard, including recruits and officer candidates, and claims of retaliation related to the reporting of any such incident.(b) Continuity of data and reporting.— In carrying out this section, the Commandant shall ensure the continuity of data collection and reporting such that the ability to analyze trends is not compromised.(c) Contents.—(1) Incidents involving members.—(A) Information and data.—(i) In general.— Each report required under subsection (a) shall include, for the preceding calendar year, information and data on—(I) incidents of covered misconduct; and(II) incidents of retaliation against a member of the Coast Guard related to the reporting of covered misconduct, disaggregated by type of retaliation claim.(ii) Inclusions.— The information and data on the incidents described in clause (i) shall include the following:(I) All incidents of covered misconduct and retaliation described in clause (i) reported to the Commandant or any other official of the Coast Guard during the preceding calendar year (referred to in this subsection as a "reported incident").(II) The number of reported incidents committed against members of the Coast Guard.(III) The number of reported incidents committed by members of the Coast Guard.(IV) Information on reported incidents, in accordance with the policy prescribed under section 549G(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (10 U.S.C. 1561 note), to the maximum extent practicable.(V) The number of reported incidents that were entered into the Catch a Serial Offender system, including the number of such incidents that resulted in the identification of a potential or confirmed match.(VI) The number of reported incidents that were substantiated (referred to in this subsection as a "substantiated reported incident").(VII) A synopsis of each substantiated reported incident that includes—(aa) a brief description of the nature of the incident;(bb) whether the accused member has previously been convicted of sexual assault; and(cc) whether alcohol or other controlled or prohibited substances were involved in the incident, and a description of the involvement.(VIII) The type of case disposition associated with each substantiated reported incident, such as—(aa) conviction and sentence by court-martial, including charges and specifications for which convicted;(bb) acquittal of all charges at court-martial;(cc) as appropriate, imposition of a nonjudicial punishment under section 815 of title 10 (article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice);(dd) as appropriate, administrative action taken, including a description of each type of such action imposed;(ee) dismissal of all charges, including a description of each reason for dismissal and the stage at which dismissal occurred; and(ff) whether the accused member was administratively separated or, in the case of an officer, allowed to resign in lieu of court-martial, and the characterization (honorable, general, or other than honorable) of the service of the member upon separation or resignation.(IX) With respect to any incident of covered misconduct reported to the Commandant or any other official of the Coast Guard during the preceding calendar year that involves a report of retaliation relating to the incident—(aa) a narrative description of the retaliation claim;(bb) the nature of the relationship between the complainant and the individual accused of committing the retaliation; and(cc) the nature of the relationship between the individual accused of committing the covered misconduct and the individual accused of committing the retaliation.(X) The disposition of or action taken by the Coast Guard or any other Federal, State, local, or Tribal entity with respect to a substantiated reported incident.(XI) With respect to any investigation of a reported incident—(aa) the status of the investigation or information relating to any referral to outside law enforcement entities;(bb) the official or office of the Coast Guard that received the complaint;(cc) a description of the results of such an investigation or information with respect to whether the results of the investigation were provided to the complainant; or(dd) whether the investigation substantiated an offense under chapter 47 of title 10 (the Uniform Code of Military Justice).(iii) Format.— With respect to the information and data required under clause (i), the Commandant shall report such information and data separately for each type of covered misconduct offense, and shall not aggregate the information and data for multiple types of covered misconduct offenses.(B) Trends.— Subject to subsection (b), beginning on the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, each report required by subsection (a) shall include, for the preceding calendar year, an analysis or assessment of trends in the occurrence, as applicable, of incidents described in subparagraph (A)(i), since the date of enactment of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2012 (Public Law 112–213).(C) Response.— Each report required under subsection (a) shall include, for the preceding calendar year, a description of the policies, procedures, processes, initiatives, investigations (including overarching investigations), research, or studies implemented by the Commandant in response to any incident described in subparagraph (A)(i) involving a member of the Coast Guard.(D) Plan.— Each report required under subsection (a) shall include a plan for actions to be taken during the year following the year covered by the report to enhance the prevention of and response

    The bill says: Section 5112 of title 14, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 5112)

  1182. 14 U.S.C. 2158changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5407(a)

    The bill says: Section 2158 of title 14, United States Code, is amended in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by striking "may at any time convene a board of officers" and inserting "shall prescribe, by regulation, procedures".

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2158)

  1183. 14 U.S.C. 2160repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 5407(c)

    The bill says: Section 2160 of title 14, United States Code, is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2160)

  1184. 46 U.S.C. 7511(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5409(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by striking "or";

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7511)

  1185. 46 U.S.C. 7511(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5409(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by striking "State, local, or Tribal law" and inserting "Federal, State, local, or Tribal law";

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7511)

  1186. 46 U.S.C. 7511(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5409(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3); and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7511)

  1187. 46 U.S.C. 7511(a)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 5409(4)

    (2) section 920 or 920b of title 10 (article 120 and 120b of the Uniform Code of Military Justice); or

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 7511)

  1188. 14 U.S.C. 2518a new sectionaddedby S. 2296 Sec. 5410(b)

    The bill says: The analysis for chapter 25 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2518 the following:

    Bill text

  1189. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5412(1)

    The bill says: by striking "The Secretary of Defense shall" and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

  1190. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(a)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 5412(1)

    (2) Coast Guard.— The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall designate the Commandant of the Coast Guard to be responsible for carrying out the requirements of this section with respect to members of the Coast Guard when the Coast Guard is not operating as a service in the Navy.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

  1191. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5412(2)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by inserting "and the Commandant of the Coast Guard" after "Secretary";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

  1192. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(b)(8)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5412(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (8) by inserting before the period at the end "or with respect to the Coast Guard, the component designated by the Commandant of the Coast Guard"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

  1193. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5412(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4) by striking "Department of Defense"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

  1194. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(c)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5412(3)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A) by inserting ", the Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security," before "or any other inspector general";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

  1195. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(c)(2)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5412(3)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D) by striking "military" and inserting "armed force"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

  1196. 10 U.S.C. 1562a(c)(2)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5412(3)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (E) by inserting "or department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating as a service in the Navy for members of the Coast Guard" after "Department of Defense".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1562a)

  1197. 10 U.S.C. 1561(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5416(a)

    The bill says: by inserting "or the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating as a service in the Navy" after "Secretary of Defense"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

  1198. 10 U.S.C. 1561(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5416(a)

    The bill says: by striking "Secretary of each military department" and inserting "Secretary concerned";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

  1199. 10 U.S.C. 1561(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5416(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (b) by striking "or Air Force Office of Special Investigations" and inserting ", Air Force Office of Special Investigations, or Coast Guard Investigative Services";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

  1200. 10 U.S.C. 1561(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5416(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (c) by inserting "or the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating as a service in the Navy" after "Secretary of Defense";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

  1201. 10 U.S.C. 1561(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5416(a)

    The bill says: by inserting "or the Commandant of the Coast Guard" after "Secretary of a military department"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

  1202. 10 U.S.C. 1561(d)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5416(a)

    The bill says: by inserting "or the Coast Guard" after "within the military department";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

  1203. 10 U.S.C. 1561(d)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5416(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting "or the Coast Guard" after "within a military department"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

  1204. 10 U.S.C. 1561added (h)by S. 2296 Sec. 5416(a)

    (h) Time for establishment for Coast Guard.— Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report containing all the items described in subsections (e) and (f) as applied to the Coast Guard.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561)

  1205. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5417(1)

    The bill says: by striking "or has been sexually assaulted during the preceding 2-year period"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

  1206. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5417(1)

    The bill says: by striking "or based on such sexual assault, the influence of" and inserting "the signs and symptoms of either";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

  1207. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5417(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (2) through (4) as paragraphs (3) through (5), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

  1208. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 5417(1)

    (2) Mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder.— A member of the Coast Guard who has been sexually assaulted during the preceding 5-year period and who alleges, based on such sexual assault, the signs and symptoms of a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder described within the most recent edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders published by the American Psychiatric Association—(A) is provided the opportunity to request a medical examination to clinically evaluate such signs and symptoms; and(B) receives such a medical examination to evaluate a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, or diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder described within the most recent edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders published by the American Psychiatric Association.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

  1209. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5417(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3) by striking "paragraph (1)" and inserting "this subsection"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

  1210. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5417(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "or a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder" before "under this subsection";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

  1211. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5417(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "performed by" after "shall be"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

  1212. 14 U.S.C. 2516(a)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5417(1)

    (A) a board-certified psychiatrist;(B) a licensed doctorate-level psychologist;(C) any other appropriate licensed or certified healthcare professional designated by the Commandant; or(D) a psychiatry resident or board-eligible psychologist who—(i) has completed a 1-year internship or residency; and(ii) is under the close supervision of a board-certified psychiatrist or licensed doctorate-level psychologist.

    The bill says: by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

  1213. 14 U.S.C. 2516(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5417(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (b) by inserting "or a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder" after "traumatic brain injury"; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

  1214. 14 U.S.C. 2516added (e)by S. 2296 Sec. 5417(3)

    (e) Notification of right to request medical examination.—(1) In general.— Any member of the Coast Guard who receives a notice of involuntary administrative separation shall be advised at the time of such notice of the right of the member to request a medical examination under subsection (a) if any condition described in such subsection applies to the member.(2) Policy.— The Commandant shall—(A) develop and issue a clear policy for carrying out the notification required under paragraph (1) with respect to any member of the Coast Guard described in that paragraph who has made an unrestricted report of sexual assault; and(B) provide information on such policy to sexual assault response coordinators of the Coast Guard for the purpose of ensuring that such policy is communicated to members of the Coast Guard who may be eligible for a medical examination under this section.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2516)

  1215. 10 U.S.C. 1561b(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5420(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "and the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating as a service in the Navy" after "Secretary of Defense"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561b)

  1216. 10 U.S.C. 1561b(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5420(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "or the Commandant" after "Secretary of a military department";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561b)

  1217. 10 U.S.C. 1561b(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5420(2)

    The bill says: by inserting "or the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating when not operating as a service in the Navy" after "Secretary of Defense"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561b)

  1218. 10 U.S.C. 1561b(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5420(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by inserting "departments or the Commandant" after "Secretaries of the military"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561b)

  1219. 10 U.S.C. 1561badded (e)by S. 2296 Sec. 5420(3)

    (e) Reports for the Coast Guard.—(1) In general.— Not later than April 30, 2025, and April 30 every 2 years thereafter, the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report containing data on the complaints of sexual harassment alleged pursuant to the process under subsection (a) during the previous 2 calendar years.(2) Personally identifiable information.— Any data on complaints described in paragraph (1) shall not contain any personally identifiable information.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1561b)

  1220. 14 U.S.C. 2501(d)(2)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5425(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B) by inserting "a" before "competent authority";

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2501)

  1221. 14 U.S.C. 2501(d)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5425(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (C) through (E) as subparagraphs (F) through (H), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2501)

  1222. 14 U.S.C. 2501(d)(2)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 5425(a)

    (C) substantial evidence comes to light that, during the commissioned service of the officer, the officer failed to carry out applicable laws, with an intent to deceive or defraud;(D) substantial evidence comes to light after the retirement that the officer committed rape or sexual assault, as described in sections 920(a) and 920(b) of title 10 (articles 120(a) and 120(b) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice) at any time during the commissioned service of the officer;(E) substantial evidence comes to light after the retirement that the commissioned officer knew of and failed to report through proper channels, in accordance with existing law at the time of the alleged incident, any known instances of sexual assault by a member of the Coast Guard under the command of the officer during the officer’s service;

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (B) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (14 U.S.C. 2501)

  1223. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5431(1)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by inserting ", and the Secretary of Homeland Security shall conduct an investigation or adjudication under subsection (a) of any individual described in paragraph (3)," after "paragraph (2)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

  1224. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)(1)(A)(iv)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5431(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A)(iv) by striking "the Secretary" and inserting "the Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of Homeland Security, as the case may be,";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

  1225. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5431(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting "(other than an individual described in paragraph (3))" after "is an individual";

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

  1226. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5431(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

  1227. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 5431(4)

    (3) An individual described in this paragraph is an individual who has a security clearance and is—(A) a flag officer of the Coast Guard; or(B) an employee of the Coast Guard in the Senior Executive Service.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

  1228. 10 U.S.C. 1564(c)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5431(5)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), as redesignated by paragraph (3), by striking "Secretary" and all that follows through "paragraph (2)" and inserting the following: "Secretary of Defense, in the case of an individual described in paragraph (2), and the Secretary of Homeland Security, in the case of an individual described in paragraph (3), shall ensure that relevant information on the conviction or determination described in paragraph (1) of such an individual".

    Bill text · Current law (10 U.S.C. 1564)

  1229. 46 U.S.C. 70022(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(a)

    The bill says: Section 70022(b)(1) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking "Federal Register" and inserting "the Federal Register".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70022)

  1230. 46 U.S.C. 70116(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1) by striking "terrorism cyber" and inserting "terrorism, cyber"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70116)

  1231. 46 U.S.C. 70116(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2) by inserting a comma after "acts of terrorism".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70116)

  1232. 46 U.S.C. 70118(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(c)

    The bill says: by striking "section 1 of title II of the Act of June 15, 1917 (chapter 30; 50 U.S.C. 191)" and inserting "section 70051"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70118)

  1233. 46 U.S.C. 70118(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(c)

    The bill says: by striking "section 7(b) of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act (33 U.S.C. 1226(b))" and inserting "section 70116(b)".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70118)

  1234. 46 U.S.C. 70131(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(d)

    The bill says: by striking "section 1 of title II of the Act of June 15, 1917 (50 U.S.C. 191)" and inserting "section 70051"; and

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70131)

  1235. 46 U.S.C. 70131(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(d)

    The bill says: by striking "section 7(b) of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act (33 U.S.C. 1226(b))" and inserting "section 70116(b)".

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70131)

  1236. 46 U.S.C. 70001renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(e)

    The bill says: Section 70001 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by redesignating subsections (l) and (m) as subsections (m) and (n), respectively.

    Bill text · Current law (46 U.S.C. 70001)

  1237. 33 U.S.C. 2701(32)(G)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (32)(G) by striking "pipeline" and all that follows through "offshore facility" and inserting "pipeline, offshore facility";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

  1238. 33 U.S.C. 2701(39)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (39) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(i)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(i)";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

  1239. 33 U.S.C. 2701(40)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (40) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(ii)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(ii)";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

  1240. 33 U.S.C. 2701changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: ) in paragraph (41) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(iii)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(iii)";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

  1241. 33 U.S.C. 2701(42)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (42) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(iv)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(iv)";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

  1242. 33 U.S.C. 2701(43)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (43) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(v)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(v)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

  1243. 33 U.S.C. 2701(44)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: in paragraph (44) by striking "section 101(20)(G)(vi)" and inserting "section 101(20)(H)(vi)".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2701)

  1244. 33 U.S.C. 2703(d)(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: Section 1003(d)(6) (33 U.S.C. 2703(d)(6)) is amended by striking "this paragraph" and inserting "this subsection".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2703)

  1245. 33 U.S.C. 2716renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (e) through (i) as subsections (d) through (h), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2716)

  1246. 33 U.S.C. 2716(e)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: in subsection (e)(1)(B), as redesignated by subparagraph (A), by striking "subsection (e)" and inserting "subsection (d)".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2716)

  1247. 33 U.S.C. 2712(b)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: Section 1012(b)(2) (33 U.S.C. 2712(b)(2)) is amended by striking "section 1016(f)(1)" and inserting "section 1016(e)(1)".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2712)

  1248. 33 U.S.C. 2716(b)(5)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: Section 1005(b)(5)(B) (33 U.S.C. 2716(b)(5)(B)) is amended by striking "section 1016(g)" and inserting "section 2716(f)".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2716)

  1249. 33 U.S.C. 2718(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: Section 1018(c) (33 U.S.C. 2718(c)) is amended by striking "the Act of March 3, 1851 (46 U.S.C. 183 et seq.)" and inserting "chapter 305 of title 46, United States Code".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2718)

  1250. 33 U.S.C. 2761(h)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5601(g)

    The bill says: Section 7001(h)(1) (33 U.S.C. 2761(h)(1)) is amended by striking "subsection (c)(4)" and inserting "subsection (e)(4)".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 2761)

  1251. 33 U.S.C. 3028(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5701(a)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading, by striking "Corps and Office of" and inserting "Commissioned Officer Corps and Assistant Administrator for";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3028)

  1252. 33 U.S.C. 3028(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5701(a)

    The bill says: in the second sentence, by striking "serving in" and all that follows through "half)" and inserting "who has served, on the date of such appointment, in the grade of captain or above for not less than one year"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3028)

  1253. 33 U.S.C. 3028(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5701(a)

    The bill says: in the fourth sentence, by striking "Director of the Office of" and inserting "Assistant Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3028)

  1254. 33 U.S.C. 4103(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5701(a)

    The bill says: Section 4(a) of the Commercial Engagement Through Ocean Technology Act of 2018 (33 U.S.C. 4103(a)) is amended by striking "Director of the Office of" and inserting "Assistant Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 4103)

  1255. 33 U.S.C. 3026changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5701(b)

    The bill says: by striking "Appointments" and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3026)

  1256. 33 U.S.C. 3026addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5701(b)

    The bill says: by inserting after "all permanent grades" the following: ", other than a grade described in subsection (b),"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3026)

  1257. 33 U.S.C. 3026added (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 5701(b)

    (b) Flag officers.— Appointments in and promotions to the grade of rear admiral (upper half) or above shall be made by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3026)

  1258. 33 U.S.C. 891changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "Fleet" and all that follows through "program" and inserting "Operation and maintenance of NOAA fleet"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1259. 33 U.S.C. 891changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by striking "is authorized" and all that follows and inserting the following: ", acting through the Assistant Administrator of NOAA for Marine and Aviation Operations, shall operate and maintain a fleet of vessels to meet the requirements of NOAA in carrying out the mission and functions of NOAA, subject to the requirements of this title.";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1260. 33 U.S.C. 891(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "Secretary" and all that follows and inserting "Secretary, acting through the Assistant Administrator of NOAA for Marine and Aviation Operations, shall develop and submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a replacement and modernization plan for the NOAA fleet not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, and every 2 years thereafter.";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1261. 33 U.S.C. 891removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by striking subsections (b) and (d);

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1262. 33 U.S.C. 891renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (b);

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1263. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "proposed" and all that follows and inserting the following: "in operation in the NOAA fleet as of the date of submission of the Plan, a description of the status of those vessels, and a statement of the planned and anticipated service life of those vessels;";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1264. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (6);

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1265. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (2), (3), (4), and (5) as paragraphs (4), (5), (6), and (7), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1266. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    (2) a plan with respect to operation, maintenance, and replacement of vessels described in paragraph (1), including the schedule for maintenance or replacement and anticipated funding requirements;(3) the number of vessels proposed to be constructed by NOAA;

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1267. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), as so redesignated, by striking "constructed, leased, or chartered" and inserting "acquired, leased, or chartered by NOAA";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1268. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by striking "or any other federal official" and inserting "the Director of the National Science Foundation, or any other Federal official"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1269. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by striking "their availability" and inserting "the availability of those vessels";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1270. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)(7)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (7), as so redesignated, by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1271. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)added (8)by S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    (8) a plan for using small vessels, uncrewed systems, and partnerships to augment the requirements of NOAA for days at sea;(9) the number of officers of the NOAA commissioned officer corps and professional wage mariners needed to operate and maintain the NOAA fleet, including the vessels identified under paragraph (3); and(10) current and potential challenges with meeting the requirements under paragraph (9) and proposed solutions to those challenges.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1272. 33 U.S.C. 891added (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    (c) Vessel procurement approval.— The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration may not procure vessels that are more than 65 feet in length without the approval of the Assistant Administrator of NOAA for Marine and Aviation Operations.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1273. 33 U.S.C. 891(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "working through the Office of the NOAA Corps Operations and the Systems Procurement Office" and inserting "acting through the Assistant Administrator of NOAA for Marine and Aviation Operations"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1274. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by striking "shall" and all that follows through "submit to Congress" and inserting ", acting through the Assistant Administrator of NOAA for Marine and Aviation Operations, shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1275. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by striking "subsequent";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1276. 33 U.S.C. 891removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (b);

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1277. 33 U.S.C. 891changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by striking "(a) Vessel agreements.—"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1278. 33 U.S.C. 891addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: by inserting after "Secretary" the following: ", acting through the Assistant Administrator of NOAA for Marine and Aviation Operations,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1279. 33 U.S.C. 891(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "for carrying" and all that follows and inserting the following: "$93,000,000 for the period of fiscal years 2025 through 2026 to carry out this title and section 302 of the Fisheries Survey Vessel Authorization Act of 2000 (title III of Public Law 106–450; 114 Stat. 1945; 33 U.S.C. 891b note)."; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1280. 33 U.S.C. 891(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration fleet modernization" and inserting "NOAA fleet modernization,".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 891)

  1281. Public Law 106-450(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(b)

    The bill says: by striking "may in accordance with this section" and inserting "may";

    Bill text

  1282. Public Law 106-450(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(b)

    The bill says: by striking "up to six"; and

    Bill text

  1283. Public Law 106-450(a)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(b)

    The bill says: by inserting after "this section" the following: "and the NOAA Fleet Modernization Act (33 U.S.C. 891 et seq.)".

    Bill text

  1284. Public Law 102-567(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(c)

    The bill says: by striking "(A)" and all that follows through "The Secretary" and inserting "The Secretary";

    Bill text

  1285. Public Law 102-567(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(c)

    The bill says: by striking "the Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries" and inserting "the Committee on Natural Resources and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology"; and

    Bill text

  1286. Public Law 102-567(b)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(c)

    The bill says: by striking ", if an equivalent" and all that follows through "deactivation".

    Bill text

  1287. 33 U.S.C. 3008changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "aviation accession training programs" and inserting "Cooperative Aviation Centers";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1288. 33 U.S.C. 3008(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking paragraphs (2) and (3) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1289. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading, by striking "Aviation Accession Training Programs" and inserting "Cooperative Aviation Centers";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1290. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraphs (3) and (4);

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1291. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3);

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1292. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    (1) Designation required.— The Administrator shall designate one or more Cooperative Aviation Centers for the commissioned officer corps of the Administration at institutions described in paragraph (3).(2) Purpose.— The purpose of Cooperative Aviation Centers is to facilitate the development and recruitment of aviators for the commissioned officer corps of the Administration.

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (1) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1293. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)(3)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "that requests" and inserting "applies";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1294. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)(3)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: by striking "that has" and inserting "has"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1295. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)(3)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: by striking the semicolon and inserting "; and";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1296. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)(3)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: by striking "that is located" and inserting "is located";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1297. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)(3)(C)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: by striking clause (ii);

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1298. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)(3)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: by striking "that—" and all that follows through "experiences" and inserting "that experiences"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1299. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)(3)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: by striking "; and" and inserting a period; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1300. 33 U.S.C. 3008(b)(3)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (D); and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1301. 33 U.S.C. 3008changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(a)

    (c) Cooperative Aviation Centers advisor.—(1) Assignment.— The Administrator shall assign an officer or employee of the commissioned officer corps of the Administration to serve as the Cooperative Aviation Centers Advisor.(2) Duties.— The Cooperative Aviation Centers Advisor shall—(A) coordinate all engagement of the Administration with Cooperative Aviation Centers, including assistance with curriculum development; and(B) serve as the chief aviation recruiting officer for the commissioned officer corps of the Administration.

    The bill says: by striking subsections (c), (d), and (e) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3008)

  1302. Public Law 107-372changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents in section 1 of the Act entitled "An Act to reauthorize the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act of 1998, and for other purposes" (Public Law 107–372) is amended by striking the item relating to section 218 and inserting the following:

    Bill text

  1303. 33 U.S.C. 3001added 269Cby S. 2296 Sec. 5704(a)

    269C. Eligibility of former officers to compete for certain positions.—(a) In general.— An individual who was separated from the commissioned officer corps of the Administration under honorable conditions after not fewer than 3 years of active service may not be denied the opportunity to compete for a vacant position with respect to which the agency in which the position is located will accept applications from individuals outside the workforce of that agency under merit promotion procedures.(b) Type of appointment.— If selected for a position pursuant to subsection (a), an individual described in that subsection shall receive a career or career-conditional appointment, as appropriate.(c) Announcements.— The area of consideration for a merit promotion announcement with respect to a position that includes consideration of individuals within the Federal service for that position shall—(1) indicate that individuals described in subsection (a) are eligible to apply for the position; and(2) be publicized in accordance with section 3327 of title 5, United States Code.(d) Rule of construction.— Nothing in this section may be construed to confer an entitlement to veterans’ preference that is not otherwise required by any statute or regulation relating to veterans’ preference.(e) Regulations.— The Director of the Office of Personnel Management shall prescribe regulations necessary for the administration of this section.(f) Reporting requirement.— Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committees on Natural Resources and Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report which includes the following:(1) A description of how the Administrator has utilized the authority granted under this section, including the number and locations of individuals hired utilizing the authority granted under this section.(2) An overview of the impact to Federal employment for former members of the commissioned officer corps of the Administration as a result of the authority granted under this section.(g) Sunset.— This section shall be repealed on the date that is 5 years after the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025.

    The bill says: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps Act of 2002 (33 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 269B the following new section:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3001)

  1304. 33 U.S.C. 3006(c)(2)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5705

    The bill says: Section 216(c)(2)(B) of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps Act of 2002 (33 U.S.C. 3006(c)(2)(B)) is amended by striking "misconduct or grossly negligent conduct" and inserting "willful misconduct".

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3006)

  1305. 33 U.S.C. 3041(c)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5706

    (c) Effective date of retirements and separations.—(1) In general.— Subject to paragraph (2), a retirement or separation under subsection (a) shall take effect on such date as is determined by the Secretary.(2) Determination of date.— The effective date determined under paragraph (1) for a retirement or separation under subsection (a) shall be—(A) except as provided by subparagraph (B), not earlier than 60 days after the date on which the Secretary approves the retirement or separation; or(B) if the officer concerned requests an earlier effective date, such earlier date as is determined by the Secretary.

    The bill says: Section 241(c) of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps Act of 2002 (33 U.S.C. 3041(c)) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3041)

  1306. 30 U.S.C. 3023(b)a new sectionchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5707(1)

    The bill says: by striking "permanent"; and

    Bill text

  1307. 30 U.S.C. 3023(b)a new sectionchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5707(2)

    The bill says: by striking "the officer’s commission shall be revoked and".

    Bill text

  1308. 33 U.S.C. 3079-1repealedby S. 2296 Sec. 5708(a)

    The bill says: Section 204 of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps Amendments Act of 2020 (33 U.S.C. 3079–1) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 3079-1)

  1309. Public Law 116-259changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5708(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents in section 1(b) of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps Amendments Act of 2020 (Public Law 116–259; 134 Stat. 1153) is amended by striking the item relating to section 204.

    Bill text

  1310. 40 U.S.C. 548changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5709(1)

    The bill says: by striking "The Maritime" and inserting "(a) In General.—Except as provided in subsection (b), the Maritime"; and

    Bill text · Current law (40 U.S.C. 548)

  1311. 40 U.S.C. 548added (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 5709(2)

    (b) National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration vessels and equipment.—(1) Authority.— The Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration may dispose of covered vessels and equipment, which would otherwise be disposed of under subsection (a), through sales or transfers under this title.(2) Use of proceeds.— During the 2-year period beginning of the date of enactment of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2025, notwithstanding section 571 of this title or section 3302 of title 31, the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration may—(A) retain the proceeds from the sale or transfer of a covered vessel or equipment under paragraph (1) until expended under subparagraph (B); and(B) use such proceeds, without fiscal year limitation, for the acquisition of new covered vessels and equipment or the repair and maintenance of existing covered vessels and equipment.(3) Covered vessels and equipment defined.— In this subsection, the term covered vessels and equipment means survey and research vessels and related equipment owned by the Federal Government and under the control of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (40 U.S.C. 548)

  1312. 16 U.S.C. 973(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5722(a)

    The bill says: Section 2(4) (16 U.S.C. 973(4)) is amended by striking "described in paragraph 1(a) of Annex I of" and inserting "noticed and in effect in accordance with".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1313. 16 U.S.C. 973(5)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5722(b)

    The bill says: Section 2(5) (16 U.S.C. 973(5)) is amended by striking "of the closed areas identified in Schedule 2 of Annex I of" and inserting "area within the jurisdiction of a Pacific Island Party that is closed to vessels pursuant to a national law of that Pacific Island Party and is noticed and in effect in accordance with".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1314. 16 U.S.C. 973(6)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5722(c)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by inserting "for any purpose" after "harvesting of fish"; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1315. 16 U.S.C. 973(6)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5722(c)

    The bill says: by amending subparagraph (F) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1316. 16 U.S.C. 973(7)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5722(d)

    The bill says: Section 2(7) (16 U.S.C. 973(7)) is amended by striking "commercial fishing" and inserting "commercial purse seine fishing for tuna".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1317. 16 U.S.C. 973(8)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5722(e)

    The bill says: Section 2(8) (16 U.S.C. 973(8)) is amended by striking "in the Treaty Area" and all that follows and inserting "under the jurisdiction of a Pacific Island Party, except for internal waters, territorial seas, archipelagic waters, and any Closed Area.".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1318. 16 U.S.C. 973removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5722(f)

    The bill says: by striking paragraphs (10), (13), and (18);

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1319. 16 U.S.C. 973renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5722(f)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (11) and (12) as paragraphs (10) and (11), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1320. 16 U.S.C. 973renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5722(f)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (14) as paragraph (12); and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1321. 16 U.S.C. 973renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5722(f)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (15) through (17) as paragraphs (14) through (16), respectively.

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1322. 16 U.S.C. 973added (13)by S. 2296 Sec. 5722(g)

    (13) The term regional terms and conditions means any of the terms or conditions attached by the Administrator to a license issued by the Administrator, as notified by the Secretary.

    The bill says: Section 2 (16 U.S.C. 973) is amended by inserting after paragraph (12), as redesignated by subsection (f)(3), the following:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973)

  1323. 16 U.S.C. 973c(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5723(a)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "Except as provided in section 6 of this Act, it" and inserting "It";

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973c)

  1324. 16 U.S.C. 973c(a)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5723(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraphs (3) and (4);

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973c)

  1325. 16 U.S.C. 973c(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5723(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (5) through (13) as paragraphs (3) through (11), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973c)

  1326. 16 U.S.C. 973c(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5723(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), as so redesignated, by inserting ", except in accordance with an agreement pursuant to the Treaty" after "Closed Area";

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973c)

  1327. 16 U.S.C. 973c(a)(10)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5723(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (10), as so redesignated, by striking "or" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973c)

  1328. 16 U.S.C. 973c(a)(11)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5723(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (11), as so redesignated, by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973c)

  1329. 16 U.S.C. 973c(a)added (12)by S. 2296 Sec. 5723(a)

    (12) to violate any of the regional terms and conditions; or(13) to violate any limit on an authorized fishing effort or catch.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973c)

  1330. 16 U.S.C. 973c(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5723(b)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "Except as provided in section 6 of this Act, it" and inserting "It";

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973c)

  1331. 16 U.S.C. 973c(b)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5723(b)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (5); and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973c)

  1332. 16 U.S.C. 973c(b)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5723(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (6) and (7) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively.

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973c)

  1333. 16 U.S.C. 973drepealedby S. 2296 Sec. 5724

    The bill says: Section 6 (16 U.S.C. 973d) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973d)

  1334. 16 U.S.C. 973e(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5725

    The bill says: Section 7(a) (16 U.S.C. 973e(a)) is amended by striking "section 5(a) (8), (10), (11), or (12)" and inserting "paragraph (6), (8), (9), or (10) of section 5(a)".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973e)

  1335. 16 U.S.C. 973f(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5726(a)

    The bill says: in the first sentence, by striking "Code" after "liable to the United States"; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973f)

  1336. 16 U.S.C. 973f(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5726(a)

    The bill says: in the fourth sentence, by striking "Except for those acts prohibited by section 5(a) (4), (5), (7), (8), (10), (11), and (12), and section 5(b) (1), (2), (3), and (7) of this Act, the" and inserting "The".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973f)

  1337. 16 U.S.C. 973f(g)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5726(b)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "section 5(a)(1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), (8), (9), or (13)" and inserting "paragraph (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), (11), (12), or (13) of section 5(a)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973f)

  1338. 16 U.S.C. 973f(g)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5726(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking ", all Limited Areas closed to fishing," after "outside of the Licensing Area".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973f)

  1339. 16 U.S.C. 973g(b)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5727(a)

    The bill says: Section 9(b) (16 U.S.C. 973g(b)) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973g)

  1340. 16 U.S.C. 973g(c)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5727(b)

    The bill says: Section 9(c) (16 U.S.C. 973g(c)) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973g)

  1341. 16 U.S.C. 973gremovedby S. 2296 Sec. 5727(c)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (f);

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973g)

  1342. 16 U.S.C. 973grenumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5727(c)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (g) and (h) as subsections (f) and (g), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973g)

  1343. 16 U.S.C. 973grewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5727(c)

    (f) The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of State, may determine that a license application should not be forwarded to the Administrator if—(1) the application is not in accordance with the Treaty or the procedures established by the Secretary; or(2) the owner or charterer—(A) is the subject of proceedings under the bankruptcy laws of the United States, unless reasonable financial assurances have been provided to the Secretary;(B) has not established to the satisfaction of the Secretary that the fishing vessel is fully insured against all risks and liabilities normally provided in maritime liability insurance; or(C) has not paid any penalty which has become final, assessed by the Secretary in accordance with this Act.

    The bill says: by amending subsection (f), as so redesignated, to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973g)

  1344. 16 U.S.C. 973g(g)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5727(c)

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973g)

  1345. 16 U.S.C. 973g(g)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5727(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by inserting "of 1972" after "Marine Mammal Protection Act";

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973g)

  1346. 16 U.S.C. 973g(g)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5727(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by inserting "of 1972" after "Marine Mammal Protection Act"; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973g)

  1347. 16 U.S.C. 973g(g)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5727(c)

    The bill says: in the matter following paragraph (3), by striking "any vessel documented" and all that follows and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973g)

  1348. 16 U.S.C. 973h(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5728(a)

    The bill says: in the first sentence, by striking "paragraph 8 of Article 4 of"; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973h)

  1349. 16 U.S.C. 973h(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5728(a)

    The bill says: in the third sentence, by striking "Article 10 of".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973h)

  1350. 16 U.S.C. 973h(d)(1)(A)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5728(b)

    The bill says: in clause (ii), by striking "or" at the end; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973h)

  1351. 16 U.S.C. 973h(d)(1)(A)(iii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5728(b)

    The bill says: in clause (iii), by adding "or" at the end.

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973h)

  1352. 16 U.S.C. 973i(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5729(a)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ", all Limited Areas,";

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973i)

  1353. 16 U.S.C. 973i(a)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5729(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "paragraph 2 of Article 3 of"; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973i)

  1354. 16 U.S.C. 973i(a)(1)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5729(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by striking "within the Treaty Area" and inserting "under the jurisdiction"; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973i)

  1355. 16 U.S.C. 973i(a)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5729(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "section 5 (a)(4), (a)(5), (b)(2), or (b)(3)" and inserting "paragraph (3) of section 5(a) or paragraph (2) or (3) of section 5(b)";

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973i)

  1356. 16 U.S.C. 973i(a)(2)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5729(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "section 5(b)(7)" and inserting "section 5(b)(6)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973i)

  1357. 16 U.S.C. 973i(a)(2)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5729(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by striking "section 5(a)(7)" and inserting "section 5(a)(5)".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973i)

  1358. 16 U.S.C. 973i(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5729(b)

    The bill says: Section 11(b) (16 U.S.C. 973i(b)) is amended by striking "paragraph 7 of Article 5 of".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973i)

  1359. 16 U.S.C. 973jrewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5730

    12 Disclosure of information.—(a) Prohibited disclosure of certain information.— Pursuant to section 552(b)(3) of title 5, United States Code, except as provided in subsection (b), the Secretary shall keep confidential and may not disclose the following information:(1) Information provided to the Secretary by the Administrator that the Administrator has designated confidential.(2) Information collected by observers.(3) Information submitted to the Secretary by any person in compliance with the requirements of this Act.(b) Authorized disclosure of certain information.— The Secretary may disclose information described in subsection (a)—(1) if disclosure is ordered by a court;(2) if the information is used by a Federal employee—(A) for enforcement; or(B) in support of the homeland security missions and non-homeland security missions of the Coast Guard as defined in section 888 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 468);(3) if the information is used by a Federal employee or an employee of a Fishery Management Council for the administration of the Treaty or fishery management and monitoring;(4) to the Administrator, in accordance with the requirements of the Treaty and this Act;(5) to the secretariat or equivalent of an international fisheries management organization of which the United States is a member, in accordance with the requirements or decisions of such organization, and insofar as possible, in accordance with an agreement that prevents public disclosure of the identity of any person that submits such information;(6) if the Secretary has obtained written authorization from the person providing such information, and disclosure does not violate other requirements of this Act; or(7) in an aggregate or summary form that does not directly or indirectly disclose the identity of any person that submits such information.(c) Savings clause.—(1) Nothing in this section shall be construed to adversely affect the authority of Congress, including a Committee or Member thereof, to obtain any record or information.(2) The absence of a provision similar to paragraph (1) in any other provision of law shall not be construed to limit the ability of the Senate or the House of Representatives, including a Committee or Member thereof, to obtain any record or information.

    The bill says: Section 12 (16 U.S.C. 973j) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973j)

  1360. 16 U.S.C. 973kchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5731

    The bill says: Section 13 (16 U.S.C. 973k) is amended by striking ". In particular, the boom shall be lowered" and all that follows and inserting "and in accordance with any requirements established by the Secretary.".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973k)

  1361. 16 U.S.C. 973lrepealedby S. 2296 Sec. 5732

    The bill says: Section 14 (16 U.S.C. 973l) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973l)

  1362. 16 U.S.C. 973mrewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5733

    15 Fisheries-related assistance.— The Secretary and the Secretary of State may provide assistance to a Pacific Island Party to benefit such Pacific Island Party from the development of fisheries resources and the operation of fishing vessels that are licensed pursuant to the Treaty, including—(1) technical assistance;(2) training and capacity building opportunities;(3) facilitation of the implementation of private sector activities or partnerships; and(4) other activities as determined appropriate by the Secretary and the Secretary of State.

    The bill says: Section 15 (16 U.S.C. 973m) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973m)

  1363. 16 U.S.C. 973nchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5734(1)

    The bill says: by striking "Article 6 of" after "arbitral tribunal under"; and

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973n)

  1364. 16 U.S.C. 973nchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5734(2)

    The bill says: by striking "paragraph 3 of that Article" and all that follows through "under such paragraph" and inserting "the Treaty, shall determine the location of the arbitration, and shall represent the United States in reaching agreement under the Treaty".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973n)

  1365. 16 U.S.C. 973ochangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5735

    The bill says: Section 17 (16 U.S.C. 973o) is amended by striking "Article 4 of".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973o)

  1366. 16 U.S.C. 973pchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5736

    The bill says: Section 18 (16 U.S.C. 973p) is amended by striking "Within 30 days after" and all that follows and inserting "The Secretary may establish procedures for review of any agreements for additional fishing access entered into pursuant to the Treaty.".

    Bill text · Current law (16 U.S.C. 973p)

  1367. 43 U.S.C. 1474d(e)(3)(L)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5741(b)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (L), by striking "and" after the semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (43 U.S.C. 1474d)

  1368. 43 U.S.C. 1474d(e)(3)(M)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5741(b)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (M), by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (43 U.S.C. 1474d)

  1369. 43 U.S.C. 1474d(e)(3)(N)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5741(b)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (N), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and";

    Bill text · Current law (43 U.S.C. 1474d)

  1370. 43 U.S.C. 1474d(e)(3)added (O)by S. 2296 Sec. 5741(b)

    (O) one member who shall represent Alaska Natives and possesses personal knowledge of, and direct experience with, subsistence uses and shall be nominated by the Board and appointed by the Secretary.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (N) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (43 U.S.C. 1474d)

  1371. 43 U.S.C. 1474d(e)(3)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5741(b)

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following: "Board members appointed under subparagraphs (N) and (O) shall serve for 3-year terms, and may be reappointed once.";

    Bill text · Current law (43 U.S.C. 1474d)

  1372. 43 U.S.C. 1474d(e)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5741(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (6); and

    Bill text · Current law (43 U.S.C. 1474d)

  1373. 43 U.S.C. 1474d(e)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 5741(b)

    (5) If the amount made available for a fiscal year under subsection (c)(2) is less than the amount made available in the previous fiscal year, the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration may increase the 15 percent cap on administrative expenses provided under paragraph (4)(B) for that fiscal year to prioritize—(A) continuing operation of the Board;(B) maximizing the percentage of funds directed to research; and(C) maintaining the highest quality standards in administering grants under this subsection.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (4) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (43 U.S.C. 1474d)

  1374. 12 U.S.C. 1701x(a)(4)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5101(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(4)(C), by striking "adequate distribution" and all that follows through "foreclosure rates" and inserting "that the recipients are geographically diverse and include organizations that serve urban or rural areas";

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1701x)

  1375. 12 U.S.C. 1701x(e)added (6)by S. 2296 Sec. 5101(a)

    (6) Performance review.— The Secretary—(A) may conduct periodic on-site reviews; and(B) shall conduct performance reviews of all participating agencies that—(i) consists of a review of the participating agency’s compliance with all program requirements; and(ii) may take into account the agency’s aggregate counselor performance under paragraph (7)(B).(7) Considerations.—(A) Covered mortgage loan defined.— In this paragraph, the term covered mortgage loan means any loan which is secured by a first or subordinate lien on residential real property (including individual units of condominiums and cooperatives) designed principally for the occupancy of between 1 and 4 families that is—(i) insured by the Federal Housing Administration under title II of the National Housing Act (12 U.S.C. 1707 et seq.); or(ii) guaranteed under section 184 or 184A of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 1715z–13a, 1715z–13b).(B) Comparison.— For each counselor employed by an organization receiving assistance under this section for pre-purchase housing counseling, the Secretary may consider the performance of the counselor compared to the default rate of all counseled borrowers of a covered mortgage loan in comparable markets and such other factors as the Secretary determines appropriate to further the purposes of this section.(8) Certification.— If, based on the comparison required under paragraph (7)(B), the Secretary determines that a counselor lacks competence to provide counseling in the areas described in subsection (e)(2) and such action will not create a significant loss of capacity for housing counseling services in the service area, the Secretary may—(A) require continued education coupled with successful completion of a probationary period;(B) require retesting if the counselor continues to demonstrate a lack of competence under paragraph (7)(B); and(C) permanently suspend an individual certification if a counselor fails to demonstrate competence after not fewer than 2 retesting opportunities under subparagraph (B).

    The bill says: in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1701x)

  1376. 12 U.S.C. 1701x(i)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5101(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1701x)

  1377. 12 U.S.C. 1701x(i)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 5101(a)

    (3) Termination of assistance.—(A) In general.— The Secretary may deny renewal of covered assistance to an organization or entity receiving covered assistance if the Secretary determines that the organization or entity, or the individual through which the organization or entity provides counseling, is not in compliance with program requirements—(i) based on the performance review described in subsection (e)(6); and(ii) in accordance with regulations issued by the Secretary.(B) Notice.— The Secretary shall give an organization or entity receiving covered assistance not less than 60 days prior written notice of any denial of renewal under this paragraph, and the determination of renewal shall not be finalized until the end of that notice period.(C) Informal conference.— If requested in writing by the organization or entity within the notice period described in subparagraph (B), the organization or entity shall be entitled to an informal conference with the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Housing Counseling on behalf of the Secretary at which the organization or entity may present for consideration of specific factors that the organization or entity believes were beyond the control of the organization or entity and that caused the failure to comply with program requirements, such as a lack of lender or servicer coordination or communication with housing counseling agencies and individual counselors.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1701x)

  1378. 12 U.S.C. 1701xadded (j)by S. 2296 Sec. 5101(a)

    (j) Offering foreclosure mitigation counseling.—(1) Covered mortgage loan defined.— In this subsection, the term covered mortgage loan means any loan which is secured by a first or subordinate lien on residential real property (including individual units of condominiums) or stock or membership in a cooperative ownership housing corporation designed principally for the occupancy of between 1 and 4 families that is—(A) insured by the Federal Housing Administration under title II of the National Housing Act (12 U.S.C. 1707 et seq.);(B) guaranteed under section 184 or 184A of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 1715z–13a, 1715z–13b);(C) made, guaranteed, or insured by the Department of Veterans Affairs; or(D) made, guaranteed, or insured by the Department of Agriculture.(2) Opportunity for borrowers.— A borrower with respect to a covered mortgage loan who is 30 days or more delinquent on payments for the covered mortgage loan shall be given an opportunity to participate in available housing counseling.(3) Cost.— If the requirements of sections 202(a)(3) and 205(f) of the National Housing Act (12 U.S.C. 1708(a)(3), 1711(f)) are met, the fair market rate cost of counseling for delinquent borrowers described in paragraph (2) with respect to a covered mortgage loan described in paragraph (1)(A) shall be paid for by the Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund, as authorized under section 203(r)(4) of the National Housing Act (12 U.S.C. 1709(r)(4)).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1701x)

  1379. Public Law 112-55changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(1)

    The bill says: in the second proviso, by striking "until September 30, 2029" and inserting "for fiscal year 2012 and each fiscal year thereafter";

    Bill text

  1380. Public Law 112-55changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(2)

    The bill says: by striking the fourth proviso;

    Bill text

  1381. Public Law 112-55changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(3)

    The bill says: in the twentieth proviso, as so designated before the date of enactment of this Act, by striking "or other means:" and inserting "or other means, including the adoption of a mandatory tenant lease and management plan addendum for a property with assistance converted, if not otherwise covered by another program, under this demonstration:"

    Bill text

  1382. Public Law 112-55changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(4)

    The bill says: by striking the twenty-second proviso, as so designated before the date of enactment of this Act;

    Bill text

  1383. Public Law 112-55changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(5)

    The bill says: in the twenty-seventh, thirtieth, thirty-first, thirty-second, thirty-third, and thirty-forth provisos, as so designated before the date of enactment of this Act, by striking "Second Component" each place the term appears and inserting "First Component"; and

    Bill text

  1384. Public Law 112-55changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5201(6)

    The bill says: by striking "vouchers to project-based vouchers." and inserting "vouchers to project-based vouchers: Provided further, That the Secretary shall annually assess and publish findings regarding the impact of the conversion of assistance under the First Component of the demonstration with respect to the preservation and improvement of public housing, the amount of private sector leveraging resulting from such conversion transactions, the prevalence of pre-conversion residents remaining in or returning to the property following conversion, and the effect of such conversion on tenants, including the impact of such conversion on the rights maintained by tenants as enumerated in regulations and other documents conferring rights upon tenants as developed by the Secretary, and other matters the Secretary may determine appropriate: Provided further, That the Secretary may take remediative action or impose civil money penalties or other administrative sanctions for material violations of a requirement under the demonstration: Provided further, That nothing in the matter under this heading shall be construed to diminish, impair, or otherwise affect the rights of property owners or tenants as enumerated in current law and regulations: Provided further, That all property owner rights, including those related to ownership, management, and contractual obligations, shall continue to apply and be respected following a Rental Assistance Demonstration Program conversion: Provided further, That all tenant protections and rights established in current law and regulations shall remain fully in effect for properties converted under the Rental Assistance Demonstration Program.".

    Bill text

  1385. 42 U.S.C. 12705drepealedby S. 2296 Sec. 5203(d)

    The bill says: Section 1205 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 (42 U.S.C. 12705d) is repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12705d)

  1386. 12 U.S.C. 24changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5205(a)

    The bill says: The paragraph designated as the "Eleventh" of section 5136 of the Revised Statutes of the United States (12 U.S.C. 24) is amended, in the fifth sentence, by striking "15" each place the term appears and inserting "20".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 24)

  1387. 12 U.S.C. 338a(23)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5205(b)

    The bill says: Section 9(23) of the Federal Reserve Act (12 U.S.C. 338a) is amended, in the fifth sentence, by striking "15" each place the term appears and inserting "20".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 338a)

  1388. 42 U.S.C. 3531added 13by S. 2296 Sec. 5207(a)

    13 Designation of environmental review procedure.—(a) In general.— Except as provided in subsection (b), the Secretary may, for purposes of environmental review, decision making, and action pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), and other provisions of law that further the purposes of such Act, designate the treatment of assistance administered by the Secretary as funds for a special project for purposes of section 305(c) of the Multifamily Housing Property Disposition Reform Act of 1994 (42 U.S.C. 3547).(b) Exception.— The designation described in subsection (a) shall not apply to assistance for which a procedure for carrying out the responsibilities of the Secretary under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), and other provisions of law that further the purposes of such Act, is otherwise specified in law.

    The bill says: The Department of Housing and Urban Development Act (42 U.S.C. 3531 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 12 (42 U.S.C. 3537a) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 3531)

  1389. 42 U.S.C. 3547(c)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5207(b)

    The bill says: by striking "State or unit of general local government" each place it appears and inserting "State, Indian tribe, or unit of general local government";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 3547)

  1390. 42 U.S.C. 3547(c)(1)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5207(b)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1)(C), in the heading, by striking "State or unit of general local government" and inserting "State, Indian tribe, or unit of general local government"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 3547)

  1391. 42 U.S.C. 3547(c)added (5)by S. 2296 Sec. 5207(b)

    (5) Definition of Indian tribe.— For purposes of this subsection, the term Indian tribe means a federally recognized tribe, as defined in section 4(13)(B) of the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (25 U.S.C. 4103(13)(B)).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 3547)

  1392. 49 U.S.C. 5309(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5211(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (6) as paragraph (7); and

    Bill text · Current law (49 U.S.C. 5309)

  1393. 49 U.S.C. 5309(a)added (6)by S. 2296 Sec. 5211(1)

    (6) Pro-housing policy.— The term pro-housing policy—(A) means any adopted State or local policy that will remove regulatory barriers to the construction or preservation of housing units, including affordable housing units; and(B) shall include any adopted State or local policy that—(i) reduces or eliminates parking minimums;(ii) establishes a by-right approval process for housing under which land use development approval is limited to determining that the development meets objective zoning and design standards that—(I) involve no subjective judgment by a public official;(II) are uniformly verifiable by reference to an external and uniform benchmark or criterion available to both the land use developer and the public official prior to submission; and(III) include only such standards as are published and adopted by ordinance or resolution by a jurisdiction before submission of a development application;(iii) reduces or eliminates minimum lot sizes;(iv) eliminates or raises residential property height limits or increases the number of dwelling units permitted to be constructed under a by-right approval process; or(v) carries out other policies as determined by the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (5) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (49 U.S.C. 5309)

  1394. 49 U.S.C. 5309(g)(2)added (D)by S. 2296 Sec. 5211(2)

    (D) Eligibility for adjustment of rating for project justification criteria for pro-housing policies; considerations.— In evaluating and rating a project as a whole for project justification under subparagraph (A), the Secretary—(i) may increase 1 point on the 5-point scale (high, medium-high, medium, medium-low, or low) the rating of a project if the applicant submits documented evidence of pro-housing policies for areas accessible to transit facilities along the project route; and(ii) should consider whether the pro-housing policies documented by the applicant will result, through new production and preservation, in an amount of housing units, including housing units affordable below the area median income, that is appropriate to expected housing demand in the project area.(E) Consultation.— In developing the evaluation process that could lead to the increased rating described in subparagraph (D)(i), the Secretary shall consult with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

    The bill says: in subsection (g)(2), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (49 U.S.C. 5309)

  1395. 49 U.S.C. 5309(h)(6)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 5211(3)

    (C) Eligibility for adjustment of rating for project justification criteria for pro-housing policies; considerations.— In evaluating and rating the benefits of a project under subparagraph (A), the Secretary—(i) may increase the rating of a project if the applicant submits documented evidence of pro-housing policies for areas accessible to transit facilities along the project route; and(ii) should consider whether the pro-housing policies documented by the applicant will result, through new production and preservation, in an amount of housing units, including housing units affordable below the area median income, that is appropriate to expected housing demand in the project area.(D) Consultation.— In developing the evaluation process that could lead to the increased rating described in subparagraph (C)(i), the Secretary shall consult with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

    The bill says: in subsection (h)(6), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (49 U.S.C. 5309)

  1396. 49 U.S.C. 5309(o)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5211(4)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (49 U.S.C. 5309)

  1397. 49 U.S.C. 5309(o)(1)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5211(4)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (49 U.S.C. 5309)

  1398. 49 U.S.C. 5309(o)(1)added (D)by S. 2296 Sec. 5211(4)

    (D) information concerning projects for which the applicant submitted pro-housing policies under subsection (g)(2)(D) or subsection (h)(6) and received an adjustment of rating for project justification.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (49 U.S.C. 5309)

  1399. 42 U.S.C. 12741added 227by S. 2296 Sec. 5212(a)

    227 Revitalizing empty structures into desirable environments.—(a) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Attainable housing.— The term attainable housing means housing that—(A) serves households earning not more than 100 percent of the area median income, if a majority of the housing units are affordable to households earning not more than 80 percent of the area median income; or(B) serves households earning not more than 120 percent of the area median income, if the majority of the housing units are affordable to households earning not more than 60 percent of the area median income.(2) Converted housing unit.— The term converted housing unit means a housing unit that is created using a covered grant.(3) Covered grant.— The term covered grant means a grant awarded under the Pilot Program.(4) Eligible entity.— The term eligible entity means a participating jurisdiction.(5) Pilot Program.— The term Pilot Program means the Blighted Building to Housing Conversion Program carried out under subsection (b).(6) Vacant and abandoned building.— The term vacant and abandoned building means a property—(A) that was constructed for use as a warehouse, factory, mall, strip mall, or hotel, or for another industrial or commercial use; and(B)(i) with respect to which—(I) a code enforcement inspection has determined that the property is not safe; and(II) not less than 90 days have elapsed since the owner was notified of the deficiencies in the property and the owner has taken no corrective action; or(ii) that is subject to a court-ordered receivership or nuisance abatement related to abandonment pursuant to State or local law or otherwise meets the definition of an abandoned property under State law.(b) Grant program.— For each of fiscal years 2027 through 2031, if the amounts made available to carry out the this subtitle exceed $1,350,000,000, the Secretary may use not more than $100,000,000 of the excess amounts to carry out a pilot program, to be known as the "Blighted Building to Housing Conversion Program", under which the Secretary awards grants on a competitive basis to eligible entities to convert vacant and abandoned buildings into attainable housing.(c) Amount of grant.—(1) In general.— For any fiscal year for which $100,000,000 is available to carry out the Pilot Program pursuant to subsection (b), the amount of a covered grant shall be not less than $1,000,000 and not more than $10,000,000.(2) Fiscal years with lower funding.— For any fiscal year for which less than $100,000,000 is available to carry out the Pilot Program pursuant to subsection (b), the Secretary shall seek to maximize the number of covered grants awarded.(d) Relation to formula allocation.— A covered grant awarded to an eligible entity shall be in addition to, and shall not affect, the formula allocation for the eligible entity under section 217.(e) Priority.— In awarding covered grants, the Secretary shall give priority to an eligible entity that—(1) will use the covered grant in a community that is experiencing economic distress;(2) will use the covered grant in a qualified opportunity zone (as defined in section 1400Z–1(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986);(3) will use the covered grant to construct housing that will serve a need identified in the comprehensive housing affordability strategy and community development plan of the eligible entity under part 91 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation (commonly referred to as a "consolidated plan"); or(4) has enacted ordinances to reduce regulatory barriers to conversion of vacant and abandoned buildings to housing, which shall not include any alteration of an ordinance that governs safety and habitability.(f) Use of funds.— An eligible entity may use a covered grant for—(1) property acquisition;(2) demolition;(3) health hazard remediation;(4) site preparation;(5) construction, renovation, or rehabilitation; or(6) the establishment, maintenance, or expansion of community land trusts.(g) Waiver authority.— In administering covered grants, the Secretary may waive, or specify alternative requirements for, any statute or regulation that the Secretary administers in connection with the obligation by the Secretary or the use by eligible entities of covered grant funds (except for requirements related to fair housing, nondiscrimination, labor standards, or the environment) if the Secretary makes a public finding that good cause exists for the waiver or alternative requirement.(h) Study; report.— Not later than 180 days after the termination of the Pilot Program, the Secretary shall study and submit a report to Congress on the impact of the Pilot Program on—(1) improving the tax base of local communities;(2) increasing access to affordable housing, especially for elderly individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans;(3) increasing homeownership; and(4) removing blight.

    The bill says: Subtitle A of title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 12741 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12741)

  1400. Public Law 101-625addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5212(b)

    The bill says: The table of contents in section 1(b) of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (Public Law 101–625; 104 Stat. 4079) is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 226 the following:

    Bill text

  1401. 42 U.S.C. 5402(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5301(a)

    The bill says: Section 603(6) of the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5402(6)) is amended by striking "on a permanent chassis" and inserting "with or without a permanent chassis".

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5402)

  1402. 42 U.S.C. 5403added (i)by S. 2296 Sec. 5301(b)

    (i) Manufactured home certifications.—(1) In general.—(A) Initial certification.— Subject to subparagraph (B), not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of the Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream to Housing Act of 2025, a State shall submit to the Secretary an initial certification that the laws and regulations of the State—(i) treat any manufactured home in parity with a manufactured home (as defined and regulated by the State); and(ii) subject a manufactured home without a permanent chassis to the same laws and regulations of the State as a manufactured home built on a permanent chassis, including with respect to financing, title, insurance, manufacture, sale, taxes, transportation, installation, and other areas as the Secretary determines, after consultation with and approval by the consensus committee, are necessary to give effect to the purpose of this section.(B) State plan submission.— Any State plan submitted under subparagraph (C) shall contain the required State certification under subparagraph (A) and, if contained therein, no additional or State certification under subparagraph (A) or paragraph (3).(C) Extended deadline.— With respect to a State with a legislature that meets biennially, the deadline for the submission of the initial certification required under subparagraph (A) shall be 2 years after the date of enactment of the Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream to Housing Act of 2025.(D) Late certification.—(i) No waiver.— The Secretary may not waive the prohibition described in paragraph (5)(B) with respect to a certification submitted after the deadline under subparagraph (A) or paragraph (3) unless the Secretary approves the late certification.(ii) Rule of construction.— Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to prevent a State from submitting the initial certification required under subparagraph (A) after the required deadline under that subparagraph.(2) Form of State certification not presented in a State plan.— The initial certification required under paragraph (1)(A), if not submitted with a State plan under paragraph (1)(B), shall contain, in a form prescribed by the Secretary, an attestation by an official that the State has taken the steps necessary to ensure the veracity of the certification required under paragraph (1)(A), including, as necessary, by—(A) amending the definition of manufactured home in the laws and regulations of the State; and(B) directing State agencies to amend the definition of manufactured home in regulations.(3) Annual recertification.— Not later than a date to be determined by the Secretary each year, a State shall submit to the Secretary an additional certification that—(A) confirms the accuracy of the initial certification submitted under subparagraph (A) or (B) of paragraph (1); and(B) certifies that any new laws or regulations enacted or adopted by the State since the date of the previous certification does not change the veracity of the initial certification submitted under paragraph (1)(A).(4) List.— The Secretary shall publish and maintain in the Federal Register and on the website of the Department of Housing and Urban Development a list of States that are up-to-date with the submission of initial and subsequent certifications required under this subsection.(5) Prohibition.—(A) Definition.— In this paragraph, the term covered manufactured home means a home that is—(i) not considered a manufactured home under the laws and regulations of a State because the home is constructed without a permanent chassis;(ii) considered a manufactured home under the definition of the term in section 603; and(iii) constructed after the date of enactment of the Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream to Housing Act of 2025.(B) Building, installation, and sale.— If a State does not submit a certification under paragraph (1)(A) or (3) by the date on which those certifications are required to be submitted—(i) with respect to a State in which the State administers the installation of manufactured homes, the State shall prohibit the manufacture, installation, or sale of a covered manufactured home within the State; and(ii) with respect to a State in which the Secretary administers the installation of manufactured homes, the State and the Secretary shall prohibit the manufacture, installation, or sale of a covered manufactured home within the State.

    The bill says: Section 604 of the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5403) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5403)

  1403. 42 U.S.C. 5408(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5301(d)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5408)

  1404. 42 U.S.C. 5408(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5301(d)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5408)

  1405. 42 U.S.C. 5408added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 5301(d)

    (3) model guidance to support the submission of the certification required under section 604(i).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5408)

  1406. 12 U.S.C. 1703(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by inserting "construction of additional or accessory dwelling units, as defined by the Secretary," after "energy conserving improvements,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1407. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (A) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1408. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by striking "$60,000" and inserting "$150,000";

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1409. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by striking "$12,000" and inserting "$37,500"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1410. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(1)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by striking "an apartment house or";

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1411. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    (C)(i) $106,405 if made for the purpose of financing the purchase of a single-section manufactured home; and(ii) $195,322 if made for the purpose of financing the purchase of a multi-section manufactured home;(D)(i) $149,782 if made for the purpose of financing the purchase of a single-section manufactured home and a suitably developed lot on which to place the home; and(ii) $238,699 if made for the purpose of financing the purchase of a multi-section manufactured home and a suitably developed lot on which to place the home;

    The bill says: by striking subparagraphs (C) and (D) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1412. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(1)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by striking "$23,226" and inserting "$43,377"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1413. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(1)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon;

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1414. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(1)(F)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (F), by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1415. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(1)(G)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (G), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1416. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(1)added (H)by S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    (H) such principal amount as the Secretary may prescribe if made for the purpose of financing the construction of an accessory dwelling unit.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (G) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1417. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by striking "regulation" and inserting "notice";

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1418. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by striking "increase" and inserting "set";

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1419. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by striking "(A)(ii), (C), (D), and (E)" and inserting "(A) through (H)";

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1420. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by inserting ", or as necessary to achieve the goals of the Federal Housing Administration, periodically reset the dollar amount limitations in subparagraphs (A) through (H) based on justification and methodology set forth in advance by regulation" before the period at the end; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1421. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "exceeds—" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "exceeds such period of time as determined by the Secretary, not to exceed 30 years.";

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1422. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (9) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1423. 12 U.S.C. 1703(b)(11)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5303(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (11), by striking "lease—" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "lease meets the terms and conditions established by the Secretary".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1703)

  1424. 42 U.S.C. 5301changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5304(1)

    The bill says: in section 105(a) (42 U.S.C. 5305(a)), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "Activities" and inserting "Unless otherwise authorized under section 123, activities"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1425. 42 U.S.C. 5301added 123by S. 2296 Sec. 5304(2)

    123 Preservation and reinvestment for community enhancement.—(a) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Community development financial institution.— The term community development financial institution means an institution that has been certified as a community development financial institution (as defined in section 103 of the Riegle Community Development and Regulatory Improvement Act of 1994 (12 U.S.C. 4702)) by the Secretary of the Treasury.(2) Eligible manufactured housing community.— The term eligible manufactured housing community means a manufactured housing community that—(A) is affordable to low- and moderate-income persons, as determined by the Secretary, but not more than 120 percent of the area median income; and(B)(i) is owned by the residents of the manufactured housing community through a resident-controlled entity such as a resident-owned cooperative; or(ii) will be maintained as such a community, and remain affordable for low- and moderate-income persons, to the maximum extent practicable and for the longest period feasible.(3) Eligible recipient.— The term eligible recipient means—(A) an eligible manufactured housing community;(B) a unit of general local government;(C) a housing authority;(D) a resident-owned community;(E) a resident-owned cooperative;(F) a nonprofit entity with housing expertise or a consortia of such entities;(G) a community development financial institution;(H) an Indian tribe;(I) a tribally designated housing entity;(J) a State; or(K) any other entity that is—(i) an owner-operator of an eligible manufactured housing community; and(ii) working with an eligible manufactured housing community.(4) Indian tribe.— The term Indian tribe has the meaning given the term Indian tribe in section 4 of the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (25 U.S.C. 4103).(5) Manufactured housing community.— The term manufactured housing community means—(A) any community, court, park, or other land under unified ownership developed and accommodating or equipped to accommodate the placement of manufactured homes, where—(i) spaces within such community are or will be primarily used for residential occupancy;(ii) all homes within the community are used for permanent occupancy; and(iii) a majority of such occupied spaces within the community are occupied by manufactured homes, which may include homes constructed prior to enactment of the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards; or(B) any community that meets the definition of manufactured housing community used for programs similar to the program under this section.(6) Resident health, safety, and accessibility activities.— The term resident health, safety, and accessibility activities means the reconstruction, repair, or replacement of manufactured housing and manufactured housing communities to—(A) protect the health and safety of residents;(B) address weatherization and reduce utility costs; or(C) address accessibility needs for residents with disabilities.(7) Tribally designated housing entity.— The term tribally designated housing entity has the meaning given the term in section 4 of the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996 (25 U.S.C. 4103).(b) Establishment.— The Secretary shall, by notice, carry out a competitive grant program to award funds to eligible recipients to carry out eligible projects for development of or improvements in eligible manufactured housing communities.(c) Eligible projects.—(1) In general.— Amounts from grants under this section may be used for—(A) community infrastructure, facilities, utilities, and other land improvements in or serving an eligible manufactured housing community;(B) reconstruction or repair existing housing within an eligible manufactured housing community;(C) replacement of homes within an eligible manufactured housing community;(D) planning;(E) resident health, safety, and accessibility activities in homes in an eligible manufactured housing community;(F) land and site acquisition and infrastructure for expansion or construction of an eligible manufactured housing community;(G) resident and community services, including relocation assistance, eviction prevention, and down payment assistance; and(H) any other activity that—(i) is approved by the Secretary consistent with the requirements under this section;(ii) improves the overall living conditions of an eligible manufactured housing community, which may include the addition or enhancement of shared spaces such as community centers, recreational areas, or other facilities that support resident well-being and community engagement; and(iii) is necessary to protect the health and safety of the residents of the eligible manufactured housing community and the long-term affordability and sustainability of the community.(2) Replacement.— For purposes of subparagraphs (B) and (C) of paragraph (1), grants under this section—(A) may not be used for rehabilitation or modernization of units that were built before June 15, 1976; and(B) may only be used for disposition and replacement of units described in subparagraph (A), provided that any replacement housing complies with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards or is another allowed home, as determined by the Secretary.(d) Priority.— In awarding grants under this section, the Secretary shall prioritize applicants that will carry out activities that primarily benefit low- and moderate-income residents and preserve long-term housing affordability for residents of eligible manufactured housing communities.(e) Waivers.— The Secretary may waive or specify alternative requirements for any provision of law or regulation that the Secretary administers in connection with use of amounts made available under this section other than requirements related to fair housing, nondiscrimination, labor standards, and the environment, upon a finding that the waiver or alte

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1426. 12 U.S.C. 1708(g)(5)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(a)

    (A) be certified or licensed by the State in which the property to be appraised is located, except that a Federal employee who has as their primary duty conducting appraisal-related activities and who chooses to become a State-licensed or certified real estate appraiser need only to be licensed or certified in 1 State or territory to perform appraisals on mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration in all States and territories;(B) meet the requirements under the competency rule set forth in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice before accepting an assignment; and(C) have demonstrated verifiable education in the appraisal requirements established by the Federal Housing Administration under this subsection, which shall include the completion of a course or seminar that educates appraisers on those appraisal requirements, which shall be provided by—(i) the Federal Housing Administration; or(ii) a third party, so long as the course is approved by the Secretary or a State appraiser certifying or licensing agency.

    The bill says: by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1708)

  1427. 12 U.S.C. 3338(a)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(b)

    The bill says: Section 1109(a) of the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989 (12 U.S.C. 3338(a)) is amended, in the matter following clause (ii) of paragraph (4)(B), by adding at the end the following: "Subject to the approval of the Council, the Appraisal Subcommittee may adjust fees established under clause (i) or (ii) to carry out its functions under this Act.".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3338)

  1428. 12 U.S.C. 3332(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: by inserting "and State credentialed trainee appraisers" after "licensed appraisers"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3332)

  1429. 12 U.S.C. 3332(a)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3332)

  1430. 12 U.S.C. 3332(a)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (4);

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3332)

  1431. 12 U.S.C. 3332(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (5) and (6) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3332)

  1432. 12 U.S.C. 3332(a)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: by striking "year. The report shall also detail" and inserting "year, details";

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3332)

  1433. 12 U.S.C. 3332(a)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: by striking "provide" and inserting "provides"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3332)

  1434. 12 U.S.C. 3332(a)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3332)

  1435. 12 U.S.C. 3338changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "or licensed" and inserting ", licensed, and credentialed trainee"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3338)

  1436. 12 U.S.C. 3338(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by inserting ", and in the case of a State with a supervisory or trainee program, a roster listing individuals who have received a State trainee credential" after "this title"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3338)

  1437. 12 U.S.C. 3338(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3338)

  1438. 12 U.S.C. 3342changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    The bill says: by striking "In determining" and inserting "(a) In general.—In determining"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3342)

  1439. 12 U.S.C. 3342added (b)by S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    (b) Use of State credentialed trainee appraisers.— In performing an appraisal under this section, a State certified appraiser may use the assistance of a State credentialed trainee appraiser or an unlicensed trainee appraiser, except that a State certified appraiser assisted by a trainee shall be liable for final work.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3342)

  1440. 12 U.S.C. 3350added (12)by S. 2296 Sec. 5403(c)

    (12) State credentialed trainee appraiser.— The term State credentialed trainee appraiser means an individual who—(A) meets the minimum criteria established by the Appraiser Qualification Board for a trainee appraiser credential; and(B) is credentialed by a State appraiser certifying and licensing agency.

    The bill says: Section 1121 of the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989 (12 U.S.C. 3350) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3350)

  1441. 12 U.S.C. 3338(b)(5)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(d)

    The bill says: in paragraph (5)(B), by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3338)

  1442. 12 U.S.C. 3338(b)(6)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(d)

    The bill says: in paragraph (6), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3338)

  1443. 12 U.S.C. 3338(b)added (7)by S. 2296 Sec. 5403(d)

    (7) to make grants to State appraiser certifying and licensing agencies, nonprofit organizations, and institutions of higher education to support the carrying out of education and training activities or other activities related to addressing appraiser industry workforce needs, including recruiting and retaining workforce talent, such as through scholarship assistance and career pipeline development.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3338)

  1444. 12 U.S.C. 3310changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5403(e)

    The bill says: Section 1011 of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council Act of 1978 (12 U.S.C. 3310) is amended, in the first sentence, by inserting "the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Rural Housing Service of the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Housing and Urban Development," after "Financial Protection,".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3310)

  1445. 42 U.S.C. 1437uadded (p)by S. 2296 Sec. 5404

    (p) Escrow expansion pilot program.—(1) Definitions.— In this subsection:(A) Covered family.— The term covered family means a family that receives assistance under section 8 or 9 of this Act and is enrolled in the pilot program.(B) Eligible entity.— The term eligible entity means an entity described in subsection (c)(2).(C) Pilot program.— The term pilot program means the pilot program established under paragraph (2).(D) Welfare assistance.— The term welfare assistance has the meaning given the term in section 984.103 of title 24, Code of Federal Regulations, or any successor regulation.(2) Establishment.— The Secretary shall establish a pilot program under which the Secretary shall select not more than 25 eligible entities to establish and manage escrow accounts for not more than 5,000 covered families, in accordance with this subsection.(3) Escrow accounts.—(A) In general.— An eligible entity selected to participate in the pilot program—(i) shall establish an interest-bearing escrow account and place into the account an amount equal to any increase in the amount of rent paid by each covered family in accordance with the provisions of section 3, 8(o), or 8(y), as applicable, that is attributable to increases in earned income by the covered families during the participation of each covered family in the pilot program; and(ii) notwithstanding any other provision of law, may use funds it controls under section 8 or 9 for purposes of making the escrow deposit for covered families assisted under, or residing in units assisted under, section 8 or 9, respectively, provided such funds are offset by the increase in the amount of rent paid by the covered family.(B) Income limitation.— An eligible entity may not escrow any amounts for any covered family whose adjusted income exceeds 80 percent of the area median income at the time of enrollment.(C) Withdrawals.— A covered family shall be able to withdraw funds, including interest earned, from an escrow account established by an eligible entity under the pilot program—(i) after the covered family ceases to receive welfare assistance; and(ii)(I) not earlier than the date that is 5 years after the date on which the eligible entity establishes the escrow account under this subsection;(II) not later than the date that is 7 years after the date on which the eligible entity establishes the escrow account under this subsection, if the covered family chooses to continue to participate in the pilot program after the date that is 5 years after the date on which the eligible entity establishes the escrow account;(III) on the date the covered family ceases to receive housing assistance under section 8 or 9, if such date is earlier than 5 years after the date on which the eligible entity establishes the escrow account;(IV) earlier than 5 years after the date on which the eligible entity establishes the escrow account, if the covered family is using the funds to advance a self-sufficiency goal as approved by the eligible entity; or(V) under other circumstances in which the Secretary determines an exemption for good cause is warranted.(D) Interim recertification.— For purposes of the pilot program, a covered family may recertify the income of the covered family multiple times per year, as determined by the Secretary, and not fewer than once per year.(E) Contract or plan.— A covered family is not required to complete a standard contract of participation or an individual training and services plan in order to participate in the pilot program.(4) Effect of increases in family income.— Any increase in the earned income of a covered family during the enrollment of the family in the pilot program may not be considered as income or a resource for purposes of eligibility of the family for other benefits, or amount of benefits payable to the family, under any program administered by the Secretary.(5) Application.—(A) In general.— An eligible entity seeking to participate in the pilot program shall submit to the Secretary an application—(i) at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require by notice; and(ii) that includes the number of proposed covered families to be served by the eligible entity under this subsection.(B) Geographic and entity variety.— The Secretary shall ensure that eligible entities selected to participate in the pilot program—(i) are located across various States and in both urban and rural areas; and(ii) vary by size and type, including both public housing agencies and private owners of projects receiving project-based rental assistance under section 8.(6) Notification and opt-out.— An eligible entity participating in the pilot program shall—(A) notify covered families of their enrollment in the pilot program;(B) provide covered families with a detailed description of the pilot program, including how the pilot program will impact their rent and finances;(C) inform covered families that the families cannot simultaneously participate in the pilot program and the Family Self-Sufficiency program under this section; and(D) provide covered families with the ability to elect not to participate in the pilot program—(i) not less than 2 weeks before the date on which the escrow account is established under paragraph (3); and(ii) at any point during the duration of the pilot program.(7) Maximum rents.— During the term of participation by a covered family in the pilot program, the amount of rent paid by the covered family shall be calculated under the rental provisions of section 3 or 8(o), as applicable.(8) Pilot program timeline.—(A) Awards.— Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall select the eligible entities to participate in the pilot program.(B) Establishment and term of accounts.— An eligible entity selected to participate in the pilot program shall—(i) not later than 6 months after selection, establish escrow accounts unde

    The bill says: Section 23 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437u) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1437u)

  1446. 42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)(8)added (I)by S. 2296 Sec. 5405(a)

    (I) Satisfaction of inspection requirements through participation in other housing programs.—(i) Low-income housing tax credit-financed buildings.— A dwelling unit shall be deemed to meet the inspection requirements under this paragraph if—(I) the dwelling unit is in a building, the acquisition, rehabilitation, or construction of which was financed by a person who received a low-income housing tax credit under section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 in exchange for that financing;(II) the dwelling unit was physically inspected and passed inspection as part of the low-income housing tax credit program described in subclause (I) during the preceding 12-month period; and(III) the applicable public housing agency is able to obtain the results of the inspection described in subclause (II).(ii) Home investment partnerships program.— A dwelling shall be deemed to meet the inspection requirements under this paragraph if—(I) the dwelling unit is assisted under the HOME Investment Partnerships Program under title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 12721 et seq.);(II) the dwelling unit was physically inspected and passed inspection as part of the program described in subclause (I) during the preceding 12-month period; and(III) the applicable public housing agency is able to obtain the results of the inspection described in subclause (II).(iii) Rural Housing Service.— A dwelling unit shall be deemed to meet the inspection requirements under this paragraph if—(I) the dwelling unit is assisted by the Rural Housing Service of the Department of Agriculture;(II) the dwelling unit was physically inspected and passed inspection in connection with the assistance described in subclause (I) during the preceding 12-month period; and(III) the applicable public housing agency is able to obtain the results of the inspection described in subclause (II).(iv) Remote or video inspections.— When complying with inspection requirements for a housing unit located in a rural or small area using assistance under this subtitle, the Secretary may allow a grantee to conduct a remote or video inspection of a unit.(v) Rule of construction.— Nothing in clause (i), (ii), (iii), or (iv) shall be construed to affect the operation of a housing program described in, or authorized under a provision of law described in, that clause.

    The bill says: Section 8(o)(8) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)(8)), as amended by section 101(a) of the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act of 2016 (Public Law 114–201; 130 Stat. 783), is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1437f)

  1447. 42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)(8)(A)added (iv)by S. 2296 Sec. 5405(b)

    (iv) Initial inspection prior to lease agreement.—(I) Definition.— In this clause, the term new landlord means an owner of a dwelling unit who has not previously entered into a housing assistance payment contract with a public housing agency under this subsection for any dwelling unit.(II) Early inspection.— Upon the request of a new landlord, a public housing agency may inspect the dwelling unit owned by the new landlord to determine whether the unit meets the housing quality standards under subparagraph (B) before the unit is selected by a tenant assisted under this subsection.(III) Effect.— An inspection conducted under subclause (II) that determines that the dwelling unit meets the housing quality standards under subparagraph (B) shall satisfy this subparagraph and subparagraph (C) if the new landlord enters into a lease agreement with a tenant assisted under this subsection not later than 60 days after the date of the inspection.(IV) Information when family is selected.— When a public housing agency selects a family to participate in the tenant-based assistance program under this subsection, the public housing agency shall include in the information provided to the family a list of dwelling units that have been inspected under subclause (II) and determined to meet the housing quality standards under subparagraph (B).

    The bill says: Section 8(o)(8)(A) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)(8)(A)) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1437f)

  1448. 42 U.S.C. 3533added (i)by S. 2296 Sec. 5501(b)

    (i) Office of Disaster Management and Resiliency.—(1) Establishment.— There is established, in the Office of the Secretary, the Office of Disaster Management and Resiliency.(2) Duties.— The Office of Disaster Management and Resiliency shall—(A) be responsible for oversight and coordination of all departmental disaster preparedness and response responsibilities; and(B) coordinate with the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the Small Business Administration, and the Office of Community Planning and Development and other offices of the Department in supporting recovery and resilience activities to provide a comprehensive approach in working with communities.

    The bill says: Section 4 of the Department of Housing and Urban Development Act (42 U.S.C. 3533) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 3533)

  1449. 42 U.S.C. 5301(20)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (B) as subparagraph (C);

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1450. 42 U.S.C. 5301(20)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), as so redesignated, by inserting "or (B)" after "subparagraph (A)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1451. 42 U.S.C. 5301(20)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    (B) The term persons of extremely low income means families and individuals whose income levels do not exceed household income levels determined by the Secretary under section 3(b)(2) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437a(b)(2)(C)), except that the Secretary may provide alternative definitions for the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the United States Virgin Islands, and American Samoa.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1452. 42 U.S.C. 5301added (25)by S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    (25) The term major disaster has the meaning given the term in section 102 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5122).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1453. 42 U.S.C. 5301(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: by striking "declared by the President under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1454. 42 U.S.C. 5301(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: by striking "metropolitan city or" and inserting "State, metropolitan city, or";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1455. 42 U.S.C. 5301(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: by striking "city or county" and inserting "State, city, or county"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1456. 42 U.S.C. 5301(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: by inserting "major" before "disaster";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1457. 42 U.S.C. 5301(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), by striking "metropolitan cities and" and inserting "States, metropolitan cities, and";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1458. 42 U.S.C. 5301(F)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: by striking "metropolitan city or" and inserting "State, metropolitan city, or"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1459. 42 U.S.C. 5301(F)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: by inserting "major" before "disaster"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1460. 42 U.S.C. 5301(G)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (G), by striking "metropolitan city or" and inserting "State, metropolitan city, or";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1461. 42 U.S.C. 5301changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    The bill says: in section 122 (42 U.S.C. 5321), by striking "disaster under title IV of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act" and inserting "major disaster"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1462. 42 U.S.C. 5301added 124by S. 2296 Sec. 5501(d)

    124 Community development block grant disaster recovery program.—(a) Authorization, formula, and allocation.—(1) Authorization.— The Secretary is authorized to make community development block grant disaster recovery grants from the Long-Term Disaster Recovery Fund established under section 501(c) of the Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream to Housing Act of 2025 (hereinafter referred to as the "Fund") for necessary expenses for activities authorized under subsection (f)(1) related to disaster relief, long-term recovery, restoration of housing and infrastructure, economic revitalization, and mitigation in the most impacted and distressed areas resulting from a catastrophic major disaster.(2) Grant awards.— Grants shall be awarded under this section to States, units of general local government, and Indian tribes based on capacity and the concentration of damage, as determined by the Secretary, to support the efficient and effective administration of funds.(3) Section 106 allocations.— Grants under this section shall not be considered relevant to the formula allocations made pursuant to section 106.(4) Federal Register notice.—(A) In general.— Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall issue a notice in the Federal Register containing the latest formula allocation methodologies used to determine the total estimate of unmet needs related to housing, economic revitalization, and infrastructure in the most impacted and distressed areas resulting from a catastrophic major disaster.(B) Public comment.— If the Secretary has not already requested public comment on the formula described in the notice required by subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall solicit public comments on—(i) the methodologies described in subparagraph (A) and seek alternative methods for formula allocation within a similar total amount of funding;(ii) the impact of formula methodologies on rural areas and Tribal areas;(iii) adjustments to improve targeting to the most serious needs;(iv) objective criteria for grantee capacity and concentration of damage to inform grantee determinations and minimum allocation thresholds; and(v) research and data to inform an additional amount to be provided for mitigation depending on type of disaster, which shall be up to 18 percent of the total estimate of unmet needs.(5) Regulations.—(A) In general.— The Secretary shall, by regulation, establish a formula to allocate assistance from the Fund to the most impacted and distressed areas resulting from a catastrophic major disaster.(B) Formula requirements.— The formula established under subparagraph (A) shall—(i) set forth criteria to determine that a major disaster is catastrophic, which criteria shall consider the presence of a high concentration of damaged housing or businesses that individual, State, Tribal, and local resources could not reasonably be expected to address without additional Federal assistance or other nationally encompassing data that the Secretary determines are adequate to assess relative impact and distress across geographic areas;(ii) include a methodology for identifying most impacted and distressed areas, which shall consider unmet serious needs related to housing, economic revitalization, and infrastructure;(iii) include an allocation calculation that considers the unmet serious needs resulting from the catastrophic major disaster and an additional amount up to 18 percent for activities to reduce risks of loss resulting from other natural disasters in the most impacted and distressed area, primarily for the benefit of low- and moderate-income persons, with particular focus on activities that reduce repetitive loss of property and critical infrastructure; and(iv) establish objective criteria for periodic review and updates to the formula to reflect changes in available data.(C) Minimum allocation threshold.— The Secretary shall, by regulation, establish a minimum allocation threshold.(D) Interim allocation.— Until such time that the Secretary issues final regulations under this paragraph, the Secretary shall—(i) allocate assistance from the Fund using the formula allocation methodology published in accordance with paragraph (4); and(ii) include an additional amount for mitigation of up to 18 percent of the total estimate of unmet need.(6) Allocation of funds.—(A) In general.— The Secretary shall—(i) except as provided in clause (ii), not later than 90 days after the President declares a major disaster, use best available data to determine whether the major disaster is catastrophic and qualifies for assistance under the formula described in paragraph (4) or (5), unless data is insufficient to make this determination; and(ii) if the best available data is insufficient to make the determination required under clause (i) within the 90-day period described in that clause, the Secretary shall determine whether the major disaster qualifies when sufficient data becomes available, but in no case shall the Secretary make the determination later than 120 days after the declaration of the major disaster.(B) Announcement of allocation.— If amounts are available in the Fund at the time the Secretary determines that the major disaster is catastrophic and qualifies for assistance under the formula described in paragraph (4) or (5), the Secretary shall immediately announce an allocation for a grant under this section.(C) Additional amounts.— If additional amounts are appropriated to the Fund after amounts are allocated under subparagraph (B), the Secretary shall announce an allocation or additional allocation (if a prior allocation under subparagraph (B) was less than the formula calculation) within 15 days of any such appropriation.(7) Preliminary funding.—(A) In general.— To speed recovery, the Secretary is authorized to allocate and award preliminary grants from the Fund before making a determination under paragraph (6)(A) if the Secretary projects, ba

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 5301)

  1463. 42 U.S.C. 12724rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(a)

    The bill says: Section 205 of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 12724) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12724)

  1464. 42 U.S.C. 12741changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(b)

    The bill says: in section 212(c) (42 U.S.C. 12742(c)), by striking "10 percent" and inserting "15 percent"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12741)

  1465. 42 U.S.C. 12741changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(b)

    The bill says: by striking "Recognition.—" and all that follows through "A contribution" and inserting the following: "Recognition.—A contribution"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12741)

  1466. 42 U.S.C. 12741removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(b)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2).

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12741)

  1467. 42 U.S.C. 12747(d)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(c)

    (A) Removal of participating jurisdictions from reallocation.— The Secretary may, upon a finding that such jurisdiction has failed to meet or comply with the requirements of this title, remove a participating jurisdiction from participation in reallocations of funds made available under this title.(B) Reallocation to same type of entity.— Unless otherwise specified

    The bill says: Section 217(d)(3) of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 12747(d)(3)) is amended by striking "Limitation.—Unless otherwise specified" and inserting the following: "Limitations.—

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12747)

  1468. 42 U.S.C. 12745(a)(1)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(d)

    (i) recognizes any contractual or legal rights of public agencies, nonprofit sponsors, or others to take actions that would avoid termination of low-income affordability in the case of foreclosure or transfer in lieu of foreclosure; and(ii) is not for the purpose of avoiding low-income affordability restrictions, as determined by the Secretary; and

    The bill says: in paragraph (1)(E), by striking all that follows "purposes of this Act," and inserting the following: “except upon a foreclosure by a lender (or upon other transfer in lieu of foreclosure) if such action—

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12745)

  1469. 42 U.S.C. 12745(a)added (7)by S. 2296 Sec. 5502(d)

    (7) Small-scale housing.—(A) Definition.— In this paragraph, the term small-scale housing means housing with not more than 4 rental units.(B) Alternative requirements.— Small-scale housing shall qualify as affordable housing under this title if—(i) the housing bears rents that comply with paragraph (1)(A);(ii) each unit is occupied by a household that qualifies as a low-income family;(iii) the housing complies with paragraph (1)(D);(iv) the housing meets the requirements under paragraph (1)(E); and(v) the participating jurisdiction monitors ongoing compliance of the housing with requirements of this title in a manner consistent with the purposes of section 226(b), as determined by the Secretary.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12745)

  1470. 42 U.S.C. 12745(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(d)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(1), by inserting "(defined as the amount borrowed by the homebuyer to purchase the home, or estimated value after rehabilitation, which may be adjusted to account for the limits on future value imposed by the resale restriction)" after "purchase price".

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12745)

  1471. 42 U.S.C. 12748removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(e)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (g); and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12748)

  1472. 42 U.S.C. 12748renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(e)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (g).

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12748)

  1473. 42 U.S.C. 12748(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(e)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by adding "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12748)

  1474. 42 U.S.C. 12748(c)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(e)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2);

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12748)

  1475. 42 U.S.C. 12748(c)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(e)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (2); and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12748)

  1476. 42 U.S.C. 12748(c)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(e)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), as so redesignated, by striking "section 224" and inserting "section 223".

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12748)

  1477. 42 U.S.C. 12745(b)(2)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(f)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by redesignating subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) as clauses (i), (ii), and (iii), respectively, and adjusting the margins accordingly;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12745)

  1478. 42 U.S.C. 12745(b)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(f)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (3);

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12745)

  1479. 42 U.S.C. 12745(b)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(f)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (1), (2), and (4) as subparagraphs (A), (B), and (D), respectively, and adjusting the margins accordingly;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12745)

  1480. 42 U.S.C. 12745(b)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 5502(f)

    (C) is subject to restrictions that are established by the participating jurisdiction and determined by the Secretary to be appropriate, including with respect to the useful life of the property, to—(i) require that any subsequent purchase of the property be—(I) only by a person who meets the qualifications specified under subparagraph (B); and(II) at a price that is determined by a formula or method established by the participating jurisdiction that provides the owner with a reasonable return on investment, which may include a percentage of the cost of any improvements; or(ii) recapture the investment provided under this title in order to assist other persons in accordance with the requirements of this title, except where there are no net proceeds or where the net proceeds are insufficient to repay the full amount of the assistance; and

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (B), as so redesignated, the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12745)

  1481. 42 U.S.C. 12745(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(f)

    The bill says: by striking "Housing that is for homeownership" and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12745)

  1482. 42 U.S.C. 12745(b)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 5502(f)

    (2) Purchase by community land trust.— Notwithstanding subparagraph (C)(i) of paragraph (1) and under terms determined by the Secretary, the Secretary may permit a participating jurisdiction to allow a community land trust that used assistance provided under this subtitle for the development of housing that meets the criteria under paragraph (1), to acquire the housing—(A) in accordance with the terms of the preemptive purchase option, lease, covenant on the land, or other similar legal instrument of the community land trust when the terms and rights in the preemptive purchase option, lease, covenant, or legal instrument are and remain subject to the requirements of this title;(B) when the purchase is for—(i) the purpose of—(I) entering into the chain of title;(II) enabling a purchase by a person who meets the qualifications specified under paragraph (1)(B) and is on a waitlist maintained by the community land trust, subject to enforcement by the participating jurisdiction of all applicable requirements of this subtitle, as determined by the Secretary;(III) performing necessary rehabilitation and improvements; or(IV) adding a subsidy to preserve affordability, which may be from Federal or non-Federal sources; or(ii) another purpose determined appropriate by the Secretary; and(C) if, within a reasonable period of time after the applicable purpose under subparagraph (B) of this paragraph is fulfilled, as determined by the Secretary, the housing is then sold to a person who meets the qualifications specified under paragraph (1)(B).(3) Suspension or waiver of requirements for military members.— A participating jurisdiction, in accordance with terms established by the Secretary, may suspend or waive a requirement under paragraph (1)(B) with respect to housing that otherwise meets the criteria under paragraph (1) if the owner of the housing—(A) is a member of a regular component of the armed forces or a member of the National Guard on full-time National Guard duty, active Guard and Reserve duty, or inactive-duty training (as those terms are defined in section 101(d) of title 10, United States Code); and(B) has received—(i) temporary duty orders to deploy with a military unit or military orders to deploy as an individual acting in support of a military operation, to a location that is not within a reasonable distance from the housing, as determined by the Secretary, for a period of not less than 90 days; or(ii) orders for a permanent change of station.(4) Suspension or waiver of requirements for heir or beneficiary of deceased owner.— Notwithstanding subparagraph (C) of paragraph (1), housing that meets the criteria under that paragraph prior to the death of an owner may continue to qualify as affordable housing if—(A) the housing is the principal residence of an heir or beneficiary of the deceased owner, as defined by the Secretary; and(B) the heir or beneficiary, in accordance with terms established by the Secretary, assumes the duties and obligations of the deceased owner with respect to funds provided under this title.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12745)

  1483. 42 U.S.C. 12756(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(g)

    The bill says: by striking "Each participating jurisdiction" and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12756)

  1484. 42 U.S.C. 12756(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(g)

    (2) On-site inspections.—(A) Inspections by units of general local government.— A review conducted under paragraph (1) by a participating jurisdiction that is a unit of general local government shall include an on-site inspection to determine compliance with housing codes and other applicable regulations.(B) Inspections by States.— A review conducted under paragraph (1) by a participating jurisdiction that is a State shall include an on-site inspection to determine compliance with a national standard as determined by the Secretary.(3) Inclusion in performance report and publication.— A participating jurisdiction shall include in the performance report of the participating jurisdiction submitted to the Secretary under section 108(a), and make available to the public, the results of each review conducted under paragraph (1).

    The bill says: by striking "Such review shall include" and all that follows and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12756)

  1485. 42 U.S.C. 12753changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(h)

    The bill says: in the heading, by striking "Penalties for misuse of funds" and inserting "Program enforcement and penalties for noncompliance";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12753)

  1486. 42 U.S.C. 12753addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(h)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting after "any provision of this subtitle" the following: ", including any provision applicable throughout the period required by section 215(a)(1)(E) and applicable regulations,";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12753)

  1487. 42 U.S.C. 12753(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(h)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "or" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12753)

  1488. 42 U.S.C. 12753(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(h)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; or"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12753)

  1489. 42 U.S.C. 12753added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 5502(h)

    (4) reduce payments to the participating jurisdiction under this subtitle by an amount equal to the amount of such payments which were not expended in accordance with this title.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12753)

  1490. 42 U.S.C. 12755added (e)by S. 2296 Sec. 5502(i)

    (e) Tenant selection for small-scale housing.— Paragraphs (2) through (4) of subsection (d) shall not apply to the owner of small-scale housing (as defined in section 215(a)(7)).

    The bill says: Section 225 of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 12755) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12755)

  1491. 42 U.S.C. 12704(6)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(j)

    The bill says: by striking "significant"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12704)

  1492. 42 U.S.C. 12704(6)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(j)

    The bill says: by striking "and otherwise" and inserting "or as otherwise determined acceptable by the Secretary"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12704)

  1493. 42 U.S.C. 12704added (26)by S. 2296 Sec. 5502(j)

    (26) The term community land trust means a nonprofit entity or a State or local government or instrumentality thereof that—(A) is not managed by, or an affiliate of, a for-profit organization;(B) has as a primary purpose acquiring, developing, or holding land to provide housing that is permanently affordable to low- and moderate-income persons, and monitors properties to ensure affordability is preserved;(C) provides housing described in subparagraph (B) using a ground lease, deed covenant, or other similar legally enforceable measure, as determined by the Secretary, that—(i) keeps the housing affordable to low- and moderate-income persons for not less than 30 years; and(ii) enables low- and moderate-income persons to rent or purchase the housing for homeownership; and(D) maintains preemptive purchase options to purchase the property so the housing remains affordable to low-and moderate-income persons.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12704)

  1494. 42 U.S.C. 12773removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(j)

    The bill says: Section 233 of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 12773) is amended by striking subsection (f).

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12773)

  1495. 42 U.S.C. 12771(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(j)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "to be developed, sponsored, or owned by community housing development organizations" and inserting "when a community housing development organization materially participates in the ownership or development of such housing, as determined by the Secretary";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12771)

  1496. 42 U.S.C. 12771changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(j)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12771)

  1497. 42 U.S.C. 12771removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(j)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (c).

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12771)

  1498. 42 U.S.C. 12701renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (23) (relating to the definition of the term to demonstrate to the Secretary) as paragraph (22); and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1499. 42 U.S.C. 12701renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (24) (relating to the definition of the term insular area, as added by section 2(2) of Public Law 102–230) as paragraph (23);

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1500. 42 U.S.C. 12701(7)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in paragraph (7), by striking "Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act" and inserting "McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1501. 42 U.S.C. 12701(8)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in paragraph (8), by striking "subparagraphs" and inserting "paragraphs";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1502. 42 U.S.C. 12701changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in section 106 (42 U.S.C. 12706), by striking "Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act" and inserting "McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1503. 42 U.S.C. 12701changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in section 108(a)(1) (42 U.S.C. 12708(a)(1)), by striking "section 105(b)(15)" and inserting "section 105(b)(18)";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1504. 42 U.S.C. 12701(a)(3)(A)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3)(A)(ii), by inserting "United States" before "Housing Act"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1505. 42 U.S.C. 12701(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (4);

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1506. 42 U.S.C. 12701(d)(5)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in subsection (d)(5), by inserting "United States" before "Housing Act"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1507. 42 U.S.C. 12701(e)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by striking "section 221(d)(3)(ii)" and inserting "section 221(d)(4)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1508. 42 U.S.C. 12701(e)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by striking "not to exceed 140 percent" and inserting "as determined by the Secretary";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1509. 42 U.S.C. 12701changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in section 215(a)(6)(B) (42 U.S.C. 20 12745(a)(6)(B)), by striking "grand children" and inserting "grandchildren";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1510. 42 U.S.C. 12701(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "(3)" and inserting "(2)";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1511. 42 U.S.C. 12701(a)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (3), as added by section 211(a)(2)(D) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 (Public Law 102–550; 106 Stat. 3756); and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1512. 42 U.S.C. 12701(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by redesignating the remaining paragraph (3), as added by the matter under the heading "Home investment partnerships program" under the heading "Housing programs" in title II of the Departments of Veterans Affairs and Housing and Urban Development, and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, 1993 (Public Law 102–389; 106 Stat. 1581), as paragraph (2); and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1513. 42 U.S.C. 12701(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by striking "in regulation" and inserting ", by regulation,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1514. 42 U.S.C. 12701(b)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by striking "eligible jurisdiction" and inserting "eligible jurisdictions"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1515. 42 U.S.C. 12701(b)(1)(F)(i)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in clause (i), by striking "Subcommittee on Housing and Urban Affairs" and inserting "Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, and Community Development"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1516. 42 U.S.C. 12701(b)(1)(F)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in clause (ii), by striking "Subcommittee on Housing and Community Development of the Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs" and inserting "Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance of the Committee on Financial Services"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1517. 42 U.S.C. 12701(b)(1)(F)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in the second sentence, by striking "the Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs of the House of Representatives" and inserting "the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1518. 42 U.S.C. 12701(b)(2)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2)(B), by striking "$500,000" each place that term appears and inserting "$750,000";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1519. 42 U.S.C. 12701(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by striking "$500,000" each place that term appears and inserting "$750,000"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1520. 42 U.S.C. 12701(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by striking ", except as provided in paragraph (4)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1521. 42 U.S.C. 12701(b)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (4);

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1522. 42 U.S.C. 12701(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "Secretary" and all that follows and inserting "Secretary;";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1523. 42 U.S.C. 12701(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking "under this title" and all that follows and inserting "under this title;"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1524. 42 U.S.C. 12701renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (6), (7), and (8) as paragraphs (5), (6), and (7), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1525. 42 U.S.C. 12701changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in section 225(d)(4)(B) (42 U.S.C. 12755(d)(4)(B)), by striking "for" the first place that term appears; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1526. 42 U.S.C. 12701(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs" and inserting "Financial Services"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1527. 42 U.S.C. 12701(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5502(k)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "General Accounting Office" each place that term appears and inserting "Government Accountability Office".

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 12701)

  1528. 12 U.S.C. 3702(2)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3702)

  1529. 12 U.S.C. 3702(2)(E)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (E), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; or"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3702)

  1530. 12 U.S.C. 3702(2)added (F)by S. 2296 Sec. 5503(a)

    (F) section 514, 515, or 538 of the Housing Act of 1949 (42 U.S.C. 1484, 1485, 1490p).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 3702)

  1531. 42 U.S.C. 1490a(d)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 5503(a)

    (3) Notwithstanding any other provision of law in managing and disposing of any multifamily property that is owned or has a mortgage held by the Secretary, and during the process of foreclosure on any property with a contract for rental assistance under this section—(A) the Secretary shall maintain any rental assistance payments that are attached to any dwelling units in the property; and(B) the rental assistance contract may be used to provide further assistance to existing projects under 514, 515, or 516.

    The bill says: Section 521(d) of the Housing Act of 1949 (42 U.S.C. 1490a(d)) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1490a)

  1532. 42 U.S.C. 1471added 545by S. 2296 Sec. 5503(e)

    545 Housing preservation and revitalization program.—(a) Establishment.— The Secretary shall carry out a program under this section for the preservation and revitalization of multifamily rental housing projects financed under section 514, 515, or 516.(b) Notice of maturing loans.—(1) To owners.— On an annual basis, the Secretary shall provide written notice to each owner of a property financed under section 514, 515, or 516 that will mature within the 4-year period beginning upon the provision of the notice, setting forth the options and financial incentives that are available to facilitate the extension of the loan term or the option to decouple a rental assistance contract pursuant to subsection (f).(2) To tenants.—(A) In general.— On an annual basis, for each property financed under section 514, 515, or 516, not later than the date that is 2 years before the date that the loan will mature, the Secretary shall provide written notice to each household residing in the property that informs them of—(i) the date of the loan maturity;(ii) the possible actions that may happen with respect to the property upon that maturity; and(iii) how to protect their right to reside in federally assisted housing, or how to secure housing voucher, after that maturity.(B) Language.— Notice under this paragraph shall be provided in plain English and shall be translated to other languages in the case of any property located in an area in which a significant number of residents speak such other languages.(c) Loan restructuring.— Under the program under this section, in any circumstance in which the Secretary proposes a restructuring to an owner or an owner proposes a restructuring to the Secretary, the Secretary may restructure such existing housing loans, as the Secretary considers appropriate, for the purpose of ensuring that those projects have sufficient resources to preserve the projects to provide safe and affordable housing for low-income residents and farm laborers, by—(1) reducing or eliminating interest;(2) deferring loan payments;(3) subordinating, reducing, or reamortizing loan debt;(4) providing other financial assistance, including advances, payments, and incentives (including the ability of owners to obtain reasonable returns on investment) required by the Secretary; and(5) permanently removing a portion of the housing units from income restrictions when sustained vacancies have occurred.(d) Renewal of rental assistance.—(1) In general.— When the Secretary proposes to restructure a loan or agrees to the proposal of an owner to restructure a loan pursuant to subsection (c), the Secretary shall offer to renew the rental assistance contract under section 521(a)(2) for a term that is the shorter of 20 years and the term of the restructured loan, subject to annual appropriations, provided that the owner agrees to bring the property up to such standards that will ensure maintenance of the property as decent, safe, and sanitary housing for the full term of the rental assistance contract.(2) Additional rental assistance.— With respect to a project described in paragraph (1), if rental assistance is not available for all households in the project for which the loan is being restructured pursuant to subsection (c), the Secretary may extend such additional rental assistance to unassisted households at that project as is necessary to make the project safe and affordable to low-income households.(e) Restrictive use agreements.—(1) Requirement.— As part of the preservation and revitalization agreement for a project, the Secretary shall obtain a restrictive use agreement that is recorded and obligates the owner to operate the project in accordance with this title.(2) Term.—(A) No extension of rental assistance contract.— Except when the Secretary enters into a 20-year extension of the rental assistance contract for a project, the term of the restrictive use agreement for the project shall be consistent with the term of the restructured loan for the project.(B) Extension of rental assistance contract.— If the Secretary enters into a 20-year extension of the rental assistance contract for a project, the term of the restrictive use agreement for the project shall be for the longer of—(i) 20 years; or(ii) the remaining term of the loan for that project.(C) Termination.— The Secretary may terminate the 20-year use restrictive use agreement for a project before the end of the term of the agreement if the 20-year rental assistance contract for the project with the owner is terminated at any time for reasons outside the control of the owner.(f) Decoupling of rental assistance.—(1) Renewal of rental assistance contract.— If the Secretary determines that a loan maturing during the 4-year period beginning upon the provision of the notice required under subsection (b)(1) for a project cannot reasonably be restructured in accordance with subsection (c) because it is not financially feasible or the owner does not agree with the proposed restructuring, and the project was operating with rental assistance under section 521 and the recipient is a borrower under section 514 or 515, the Secretary may renew the rental assistance contract, notwithstanding any requirement under section 521 that the recipient be a current borrower under section 514 or 515, for a term of 20 years, subject to annual appropriations.(2) Additional rental assistance.— With respect to a project described in paragraph (1), if rental assistance is not available for all households in the project for which the loan is being restructured pursuant to subsection (c), the Secretary may extend such additional rental assistance to unassisted households at that project as is necessary to make the project safe and affordable to low-income households.(3) Rents.—(A) In general.— Any agreement to extend the term of the rental assistance contract under section 521 for a project shall obligate the owner to continue to maintain the project as

    The bill says: Title V of the Housing Act of 1949 (42 U.S.C. 1471 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1471)

  1533. 42 U.S.C. 1490a(d)(1)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(f)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (B) and (C) as subparagraphs (C) and (D), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1490a)

  1534. 42 U.S.C. 1490a(d)(1)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 5503(f)

    (B) upon request of an owner of a project financed under section 514 or 515, the Secretary is authorized to enter into renewal of such agreements for a period of 20 years or the term of the loan, whichever is shorter, subject to amounts made available in appropriations Acts;

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1490a)

  1535. 42 U.S.C. 1490a(d)(1)(C)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(f)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), as so redesignated, by striking "subparagraph (A)" and inserting "subparagraphs (A) and (B)"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1490a)

  1536. 42 U.S.C. 1490a(d)(1)(D)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(f)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), as so redesignated, by striking "subparagraphs (A) and (B)" and inserting "subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C)";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1490a)

  1537. 42 U.S.C. 1490a(d)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(f)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "shall" and inserting "may"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1490a)

  1538. 42 U.S.C. 1490a(d)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 5503(f)

    (4) In the case of any rental assistance contract authority that becomes available because of the termination of assistance on behalf of an assisted family—(A) at the option of the owner of the rental project, the Secretary shall provide the owner a period of not more than 6 months before unused assistance is made available pursuant to subparagraph (B) during which the owner may use such assistance authority to provide assistance on behalf of an eligible unassisted family that—(i) is residing in the same rental project in which the assisted family resided before the termination; or(ii) newly occupies a dwelling unit in the rental project during that 6-month period; and(B) except for assistance used as provided in subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall use such remaining authority to provide assistance on behalf of eligible families residing in other rental projects originally financed under section 514, 515, or 516.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1490a)

  1539. 42 U.S.C. 1474(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(g)

    The bill says: in the first sentence, by inserting "and may make a loan to an eligible low-income applicant" after "applicant";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1474)

  1540. 42 U.S.C. 1474(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(g)

    The bill says: by inserting "Not less than 60 percent of loan funds made available under this section shall be reserved and made available for very low-income applicants." after the first sentence; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1474)

  1541. 42 U.S.C. 1474(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(g)

    The bill says: by striking "$7,500" and inserting "$15,000".

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1474)

  1542. 7 U.S.C. 2009added 381Oby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(h)

    381O. Rural community development initiative.—(a) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Eligible entity.— The term eligible entity means—(A) a private, nonprofit community-based housing or community development organization;(B) a rural community; or(C) a federally recognized Indian tribe.(2) Eligible intermediary.— The term eligible intermediary means a qualified—(A) private, nonprofit organization; or(B) public organization.(b) Establishment.— The Secretary shall establish a Rural Community Development Initiative, under which the Secretary shall provide grants to eligible intermediaries to carry out programs to provide financial and technical assistance to eligible entities to develop the capacity and ability of eligible entities to carry out projects to improve housing, community facilities, and community and economic development projects in rural areas.(c) Amount of grants.— The amount of a grant provided to an eligible intermediary under this section shall be not more than $250,000.(d) Matching funds.—(1) In general.— An eligible intermediary receiving a grant under this section shall provide matching funds from other sources, including Federal funds for related activities, in an amount not less than the amount of the grant.(2) Waiver.— The Secretary may waive paragraph (1) with respect to a project that would be carried out in a persistently poor rural region, as determined by the Secretary.

    The bill says: Subtitle E of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. 2009 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (7 U.S.C. 2009)

  1543. 42 U.S.C. 1471added 546by S. 2296 Sec. 5503(i)

    546 Annual report.—(a) In general.— The Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress and publish on the website of the Department of Agriculture an annual report on rural housing programs carried out under this title, which shall include significant details on the health of Rural Housing Service programs, including—(1) raw data sortable by programs and by region regarding loan performance;(2) the housing stock of those programs, including information on why properties end participation in those programs, such as for maturation, prepayment, foreclosure, or other servicing issues; and(3) risk ratings for properties assisted under those programs.(b) Protection of information.— The data included in each report required under subsection (a) may be aggregated or anonymized to protect participant financial or personal information.

    The bill says: Title V of the Housing Act of 1949 (42 U.S.C. 1471 et seq.), as amended by this section, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1471)

  1544. 42 U.S.C. 1490radded (c)by S. 2296 Sec. 5503(l)

    (c) Eligibility of households in sections 514, 515, and 516 projects.— The Secretary may provide rural housing vouchers under this section for any low-income household (including those not receiving rental assistance) residing for a term longer than the remaining term of their lease that is in effect on the date of prepayment, foreclosure, or mortgage maturity, in a property financed with a loan under section 514 or 515 or a grant under section 516 that has—(1) been prepaid with or without restrictions imposed by the Secretary pursuant to section 502(c)(5)(G)(ii)(I);(2) been foreclosed; or(3) matured after September 30, 2005.

    The bill says: Section 542 of the Housing Act of 1949 (42 U.S.C. 1490r) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1490r)

  1545. 42 U.S.C. 1485(h)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 5503(n)

    (3) Transfer to nonprofit organizations.— A nonprofit or public body purchaser, including a limited partnership with a general partner with the principal purpose of providing affordable housing, may purchase a property for which a loan is made or insured under this section that has received a market value appraisal, without addressing rehabilitation needs at the time of purchase, if the purchaser—(A) makes a commitment to address rehabilitation needs during ownership and long-term use restrictions on the property; and(B) at the time of purchase, accepts long-term use restrictions on the property.

    The bill says: in subsection (h), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1485)

  1546. 42 U.S.C. 1485(w)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(n)

    The bill says: in subsection (w)(1), in the first sentence in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "9 percent" and inserting "25 percent".

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1485)

  1547. 42 U.S.C. 1472(a)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(o)

    The bill says: by inserting "(A)" before "The Secretary";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1472)

  1548. 42 U.S.C. 1472(a)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(o)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), as so designated, by striking "paragraph" and inserting "subparagraph"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1472)

  1549. 42 U.S.C. 1472(a)(2)added (B)by S. 2296 Sec. 5503(o)

    (B) The Secretary may refinance or modify the period of any loan, including any refinanced loan, made under this section in accordance with terms and conditions as the Secretary shall prescribe, but in no event shall the total term of the loan from the date of the refinance or modification exceed 40 years.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1472)

  1550. 42 U.S.C. 1472(h)(10)rewrittenby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(p)

    The bill says: Section 502(h)(10) of the Housing Act of 1949 (42 U.S.C. 1472(h)(10)) is amended to read as follows:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1472)

  1551. 42 U.S.C. 1472(h)(4)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(r)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) as clauses (i), (ii), and (iii), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1472)

  1552. 42 U.S.C. 1472(h)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5503(r)

    (A) Definition.— In this paragraph, the term accessory dwelling unit means a single, habitable living unit—(i) with means of separate ingress and egress;(ii) that is usually subordinate in size;(iii) that can be added to, created within, or detached from a primary 1-unit, single-family dwelling; and(iv) in combination with a primary 1-unit, single family dwelling, constitutes a single interest in real estate.(B) Single family requirement.— Loans may be guaranteed

    The bill says: by striking "Loans may be guaranteed" and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1472)

  1553. 42 U.S.C. 1472(h)(4)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 5503(r)

    (C) Rule of construction.— Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to prohibit the leasing of an accessory dwelling unit or the use of rental income derived from such a lease to qualify for a loan guaranteed under this subsection—(i) after the date of enactment of the Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream to Housing Act of 2025; and(ii) if the property that is the subject of the loan was constructed before the date of enactment of the Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream to Housing Act of 2025.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1472)

  1554. 42 U.S.C. 11378changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(b)

    The bill says: Section 418 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11378) is amended by striking "7.5 percent" and inserting "10 percent".

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11378)

  1555. 42 U.S.C. 11381renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3); and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1556. 42 U.S.C. 11381added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    (2) Time limit on designation.— The Secretary—(A) shall accept applications for designation as a unified funding agency annually or biennially, which designation shall be effective for not more than 2 years; and(B) may, on an annual or biennial basis, renew any designation under subparagraph (A).

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1557. 42 U.S.C. 11381(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    The bill says: by striking "The Secretary" and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1558. 42 U.S.C. 11381(b)added (2)by S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    (2) 2-year notification.— Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Secretary may issue a notification of funding availability for grants awarded under this subtitle that provides funding for 2 successive fiscal years, which shall—(A) award funds for the second year of projects, including adjustments under subsection (f), unless the project is underperforming, as determined by the collaborative applicant, and the collaborative applicant applies to replace the project with a new project; and(B) include—(i) the method for applying for and awarding projects to replace underperforming projects in year 2;(ii) the method for applying for and awarding renewals of expiring grants for projects that were not eligible for renewal in the first fiscal year;(iii) the method for allocating any amounts in the second fiscal year that are in excess of the amount needed to fund the second fiscal year of all grants awarded in the first fiscal year;(iv) the method of applying for and awarding grants, which are 1-year transition grants awarded by the Secretary to project sponsors for activities under this subtitle to transition from 1 eligible activity to another eligible activity if the recipient—(I) has the consent of the continuum of care; and(II) meets standards determined by the Secretary;(C) announce by notice the award of second fiscal year funding and awards for new and renewal projects; and(D) identify the process by which the Secretary may approve replacement of a collaborative applicant that is not a unified funding agency to receive the award in the second fiscal year.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1559. 42 U.S.C. 11381(c)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    The bill says: by striking "(A) In general.—Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the Secretary" and inserting "The Secretary"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1560. 42 U.S.C. 11381(c)(2)removedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (B); and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1561. 42 U.S.C. 11381(e)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    The bill says: in subsection (e), by striking "1 year" and inserting "2 years";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1562. 42 U.S.C. 11381(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    The bill says: by striking ", at the discretion of the applicant and the project sponsor,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1563. 42 U.S.C. 11381(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    The bill says: by inserting "not more than" before "15 years";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1564. 42 U.S.C. 11381(7)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (7), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by inserting "payment of not more than 6 months of arrears for rent and utility expenses," after "moving costs,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1565. 42 U.S.C. 11381(10)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (10), by striking "3 percent" and inserting "the greater of either $70,000 or 5 percent";

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1566. 42 U.S.C. 11381added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    (f) Adjustment of costs.— Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, and on a biennial basis thereafter, the Comptroller General of the United States—(1) shall study the hiring, retention, and compensation levels of the workforce providing the services described in subsection (c), including executive directors, case managers, and frontline staff, and examine whether low compensation is undermining program effectiveness;(2) shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on any findings, and to the Secretary any recommendations, as the Comptroller General considers appropriate regarding funding levels for the cost of the supportive services and the staffing to provide the services described in subsection (c); and(3) in carrying out the study under paragraph (1), may reference the Consumer Price Index or other similar surveys.

    The bill says: in section 425 (42 U.S.C. 11385), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1567. 42 U.S.C. 11381added (h)by S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    (h) Inspections.— When complying with inspection requirements for a housing unit provided to a homeless individual or family using assistance under this subtitle, the Secretary may allow a grantee to—(1) conduct a pre-inspection not more than 60 days before leasing the unit;(2) if the unit is located in a rural or small area, conduct a remote or video inspection of a unit; and(3) allow the unit to be leased prior to completion of an inspection if the unit passed an alternative Federal inspection within the preceding 12-month period, so long as the unit is inspected not later than 15 days after the start of the lease.

    The bill says: in section 426 (42 U.S.C. 11386), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1568. 42 U.S.C. 11381added (d)by S. 2296 Sec. 5505(c)

    (d) Costs paid by program income.— With respect to grant amounts awarded under this subtitle, costs paid by the program income of a grant recipient may count toward the contributions required under subsection (a) if the costs—(1) are eligible expenses under this subtitle;(2) meet standards determined by the Secretary; and(3) supplement activities carried out by the recipient under this subtitle.

    The bill says: in section 430 (42 U.S.C. 11386d), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11381)

  1569. 42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)(5)added (C)by S. 2296 Sec. 5505(d)

    (C) Exceptions.— Notwithstanding subparagraph (A)—(i) a public housing agency may accept a third party income calculation and verification of family income for purposes of this subsection if—(I) the calculation and verification was completed for determination of income eligibility for a Federal program or service during the preceding 12-month period; and(II) there has been no change in income or family composition since the calculation and verification under clause (i); and(ii) when using prior year income under section 3(a)(7)(B), a public housing agency shall use the income of the family as determined by the agency or owner for the prior calendar year or another 12-month period ending during the preceding 12 months, taking into consideration any redetermination of income between the start of such prior calendar year or other 12-month period and the date of the annual review.

    The bill says: Section 8(o)(5) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437f(o)(5)) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1437f)

  1570. 42 U.S.C. 11360added 409by S. 2296 Sec. 5505(f)

    409 Demonstration authority.—(a) Definitions.— In this section:(1) Appropriate congressional committees.— The term appropriate congressional committees means—(A) the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate; and(B) the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives.(2) Health care organization.— The term health care organization means an entity providing medical or mental and behavioral health care, including—(A) a hospital (as defined in section 1861(e) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(e)));(B) a Federally-qualified health center (as defined in section 1905(l)(2) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(l)(2))) or another community health center eligible to receive a grant under section 330 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 254b); and(C) a licensed or certified provider of evidence-based substance use disorder services or mental health services providing such services pursuant to funding under a block grant for substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery services or a block grant for community mental health services under subpart II or subpart I, respectively, of part B of title XIX of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 300x et seq.).(3) Housing provider.— The term housing provider means an entity, including a grant recipient under subtitle B or C of this title, a public housing agency (as defined in section 3 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 (42 U.S.C. 1437a)), or a federally funded organization or a nonprofit organization, that administers a program to provide housing services to individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including rapid re-housing, transitional housing, housing choice vouchers, and housing-related supportive services.(b) Authority.— The Secretary may establish demonstration projects or partnerships that involve collaboration between housing providers and healthcare organizations to provide housing-related supportive services, including—(1) assistance in coordinating data systems in a manner that is compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (Public Law 104–191); and(2) projects or partnerships that are aimed at serving individuals—(A) who are homeless, chronically homeless, or at risk of homelessness; and(B) with—(i) a high-use of emergency services or emergency departments;(ii) chronic disabilities, including physical health or mental health conditions;(iii) substance use disorders;(iv) serious mental illness; or(v) other severe service needs.(c) Report.— Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and every 4 years thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on each demonstration project or partnership established under this section.

    The bill says: Subtitle A of title IV of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11360 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11360)

  1571. 42 U.S.C. 11301addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505(f)

    The bill says: The table of contents in section 101(b) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11301 note) is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 408 the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11301)

  1572. 42 U.S.C. 11373added (f)by S. 2296 Sec. 5506

    (f) Funding cap waiver authority.—(1) In general.— Notwithstanding any other provision of law or regulation, a recipient may request a waiver of the spending cap established pursuant to section 415(b) for amounts provided between fiscal years 2026 through 2029.(2) Waiver request.—(A) In general.— A recipient seeking a waiver described in paragraph (1) shall submit to the Secretary a waiver request that includes not more than the following:(i) A demonstration of local needs and circumstances that necessitate a waiver.(ii) A detailed plan for how the recipient intends to use funds.(iii) A justification for how the proposed use of funds supports the most recent Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report of the recipient.(iv) Any public input solicited under subparagraph (B)(ii).(B) Notification.— Each recipient shall—(i) notify all subrecipients, including local continuums of care, of the availability of waivers under this subsection; and(ii) prior to the submission of a waiver request under subparagraph (A)), solicit public input regarding the potential need for and proposed uses of such waiver.(C) Approval; publication.— The Secretary shall—(i) make all waiver requests submitted under subparagraph (A) publicly available on the website of the Department of Housing and Urban Development;(ii) not later than 60 days after the date on which the Secretary receives a waiver request under subparagraph (A), approve or deny the request; and(iii) deny any waiver submitted under subparagraph (A) by a recipient that relocates or threaten to relocates individuals or their property without providing emergency shelter, rapid rehousing, transitional housing, permanent supportive housing, or other permanent housing options.(3) Revocation.—(A) In general.— A waiver approved under this subsection shall remain in effect for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2029 unless the recipient notifies the Secretary in writing that the recipient wishes to revoke the waiver.(B) Notification.— If a recipient revokes a waiver under subparagraph (A), the recipient shall solicit input from subrecipients regarding the revocation and provide a justification for the revocation.(C) Publication.— The Secretary shall publish any revocation of a waiver under subparagraph (A) and the justification of the recipient for the waiver on the website of the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

    The bill says: Section 414 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11373) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11373)

  1573. 12 U.S.C. 4541added 1329by S. 2296 Sec. 5601(a)

    1329 Uniform residential loan application.— Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Director shall, by regulation or order, require each enterprise to include a disclaimer below the military service question on the form known as the Uniform Residential Loan Application stating, "If yes, you may qualify for a VA Home Loan. Consult your lender regarding eligibility.".

    The bill says: Subpart A of part 2 of the Federal Housing Enterprises Financial Safety and Soundness Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4541 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4541)

  1574. 12 U.S.C. 1709(f)(2)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5602(a)

    The bill says: by inserting "(i)" after "loan-to-value ratio"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1709)

  1575. 12 U.S.C. 1709(f)(2)(A)addedby S. 2296 Sec. 5602(a)

    The bill says: by inserting before the semicolon the following: ", and (ii) in connection with a loan guaranteed or insured under chapter 37 of title 38, United States Code, assuming prevailing interest rates".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1709)

  1576. 12 U.S.C. 4541added 1330by S. 2296 Sec. 5602(b)

    1330 Uniform residential loan application.— Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Director shall require each enterprise to—(1) include a military service question on the form known as the Uniform Residential Loan Application; and(2) position the question described in paragraph (1) above the signature line of the Uniform Residential Loan Application.

    The bill says: Subpart A of part 2 of subtitle A of the Federal Housing Enterprises Financial Safety and Soundness Act of 1992 (12 U.S.C. 4541 et seq.), as amended by section 601(a) of this Act, is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 4541)

  1577. 42 U.S.C. 1437a(b)(4)(B)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5603(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating clauses (iv) and (v) as clauses (vi) and (vii), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1437a)

  1578. 42 U.S.C. 1437a(b)(4)(B)added (iv)by S. 2296 Sec. 5603(a)

    (iv) for the purpose of determining income eligibility with respect to the supported housing program under section 8(o)(19), any disability benefits received under chapter 11 or chapter 15 of title 38, United States Code, received by a veteran, except that this exclusion shall not apply to the income in the definition of adjusted income;(v) for the purpose of determining income eligibility with respect to any household receiving rental assistance under the supported housing program under section 8(o)(19) as it relates to eligibility for other types of housing assistance, any disability benefits received under chapter 11 or chapter 15 of title 38, United States Code, received by a veteran, except that this exclusion shall not apply to income in the definition of adjusted income;

    The bill says: by inserting after clause (iii) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 1437a)

  1579. 42 U.S.C. 3531added 15by S. 2296 Sec. 5701(a)

    15 Annual testimony.— The Secretary shall, on an annual basis, testify before the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Financial Services of the House of Representatives on the status of all programs carried out by the Department, at the request of the relevant committee.

    The bill says: The Department of Housing and Urban Development Act (42 U.S.C. 3531 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 3531)

  1580. 12 U.S.C. 1708(c)(8)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5701(c)

    The bill says: by striking ", in consultation with the Federal Housing Administration Advisory Board,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1708)

  1581. 12 U.S.C. 1708(c)(8)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5701(c)

    The bill says: by inserting "and to Congress" after "the Secretary".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1708)

  1582. 12 U.S.C. 1708(a)added (8)by S. 2296 Sec. 5702(a)

    (8) Other required reporting.— The Secretary shall—(A) submit to Congress monthly reports on the capital ratio required under section 205(f)(2); and(B) notify Congress as soon as practicable after the Fund falls below the capital ratio required under section 205(f)(2).

    The bill says: Section 202(a) of the National Housing Act (12 U.S.C. 1708(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1708)

  1583. 12 U.S.C. 1708(a)(4)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(b)

    (A) Definition.— In this paragraph, the term first-time homebuyer means a borrower for whom no consumer report (as defined in section 603 of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681a)) indicates that the borrower has or had a loan with a consumer purpose that is secured by a 1- to 4-unit residential real property.(B) Study and report.— The Secretary

    The bill says: by striking "The Secretary" and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1708)

  1584. 12 U.S.C. 1708(a)(4)(B)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(b)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), as so designated, by striking "also" and inserting "detail how many loans were originated in each census tract to first-time homebuyers, as well as".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1708)

  1585. 12 U.S.C. 1709(w)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5702(c)

    The bill says: Section 203(w)(2) of the National Housing Act (12 U.S.C. 1709(w)(2)) is amended by inserting "and first-time homebuyers (as defined in section 202(a)(4)(A))" after "minority borrowers".

    Bill text · Current law (12 U.S.C. 1709)

  1586. 42 U.S.C. 11313(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(1)

    The bill says: by striking "Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing Act of 2009" and inserting "Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream to Housing Act"; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11313)

  1587. 42 U.S.C. 11313(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(1)

    (A) the status of completion of the plan; and(B) any modifications that were made to the plan and the reasons for those modifications;

    The bill says: by striking "update such plan annually" and inserting the following: "submit to the President and Congress a report every year thereafter that includes—

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11313)

  1588. 42 U.S.C. 11313(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (10) through (13) as paragraphs (11) through (14), respectively;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11313)

  1589. 42 U.S.C. 11313(a)renumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating the second paragraph (9) (relating to collecting and disseminating information) as paragraph (10);

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11313)

  1590. 42 U.S.C. 11313(a)(13)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(4)

    The bill says: in paragraph (13), as so redesignated, by striking "and" at the end;

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11313)

  1591. 42 U.S.C. 11313(a)(14)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5703(5)

    The bill says: in paragraph (14), as so redesignated, by striking the period at the end and inserting “; and

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11313)

  1592. 42 U.S.C. 11313(a)added (15)by S. 2296 Sec. 5703(6)

    (15) testify annually before Congress.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 11313)

  1593. 5 U.S.C. 415(a)(1)(A)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5704(a)

    The bill says: Section 415(a)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by inserting "the Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation," after "the Postal Regulatory Commission,".

    Bill text · Current law (5 U.S.C. 415)

  1594. 42 U.S.C. 8101added (e)by S. 2296 Sec. 5704(b)

    (e)(1) There is authorized to be appropriated to the Office of Inspector General of the corporation established under section 415 of title 5, United States Code, such sums as may be necessary to carry out this Act.(2) There shall not be transferred to the Office of Inspector General of the corporation any program operating responsibilities of the corporation, including the organizational assessments work and grantee oversight function of the corporation.

    The bill says: in section 606 (42 U.S.C. 8105), by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 8101)

  1595. 42 U.S.C. 8106changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5704(c)

    (b)(1) The accounts of the corporation shall be audited annually by an independent external auditor.(2) Notwithstanding any other audit work performed by the Office of Inspector General of the corporation, the audits required under paragraph (1) shall be conducted in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards by independent certified public accountants who are certified by a regulatory authority of the jurisdiction in which the audit is undertaken.

    The bill says: Section 607 of the Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation Act (42 U.S.C. 8106) is amended by striking subsection (b) and inserting following:

    Bill text · Current law (42 U.S.C. 8106)

  1596. 15 U.S.C. 1639erenumberedby S. 2296 Sec. 5705(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (j) and (k) as subsections (k) and (l), respectively; and

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 1639e)

  1597. 15 U.S.C. 1639eadded (j)by S. 2296 Sec. 5705(a)

    (j) Consumer right to reconsideration of value or subsequent appraisal.—(1) Definitions.— In this section:(A) Unacceptable appraisal practice.— The term unacceptable appraisal practice means an appraisal report that—(i) uses unsupported or subjective terms to assess or rate the property without providing a foundation for analysis and contextual information;(ii) uses inaccurate or incomplete data about the subject property, the neighborhood, the market area, or any comparable property;(iii) includes references, statements or comparisons about crime rates or crime statistics, whether objective or subjective;(iv) relies in the appraisal analysis on comparable properties that were not personally inspected by the appraiser when required by the appraisal’s scope of work;(v) relies in the appraisal analysis on inappropriate comparable properties;(vi) fails to use comparable properties that are more similar, or nearer, to the subject property without adequate explanation;(vii) uses comparable property data provided by any interested party to the transaction without verification by a disinterested party;(viii) uses inappropriate adjustments for differences between the subject property and the comparable properties that do not reflect the market’s reaction to such differences; or(ix) fails to make proper adjustments, including time adjustments for differences between the subject property and the comparable properties when necessary.(B) Unsupported.— The term unsupported means, with respect to an appraisal report or an appraiser’s opinion of value, that the appraisal report or the opinion of value is not supported by relevant evidence and logic.(2) Review.— In connection with a consumer credit transaction secured by a consumer’s principal dwelling, a creditor shall have a review and resolution procedure for a consumer-initiated reconsideration of value or subsequent appraisal that complies with the following requirements:(A) The creditor shall complete its own appraisal review before delivering the appraisal to the consumer.(B) The creditor shall have policies and procedures that provide the consumer with a process to submit 1 request for a reconsideration of value and subsequent appraisal prior to the loan closing or within 60 calendar days of denial of a credit application if the consumer believes the appraisal report may be unsupported, may be deficient due to an unacceptable appraisal practice, or may reflect discrimination.(C) At the time of application and upon delivery of the appraisal report to the consumer, the creditor shall provide a written disclosure to the consumer describing the process for requesting a reconsideration of value or subsequent appraisal, which written disclosure shall include a standardized format for the consumer to submit the request for a reconsideration of value, including—(i) the name of the borrower;(ii) the property address;(iii) the effective date of the appraisal;(iv) the appraiser’s name;(v) the date of the request;(vi) a description of why the consumer believes the appraisal report may be unsupported, may be deficient due to an unacceptable appraisal practice, or may reflect discrimination;(vii) any additional information, data, including not more than 5 alternative comparable properties and the related data sources that the consumer would like the appraiser to consider; and(viii) an explanation of why the new information, data, or comparable properties support the reconsideration of value.(D) The creditor shall obtain the necessary information from the consumer if the consumer’s request for reconsideration of value or subsequent appraisal is unclear or requires more information.(E) The creditor shall have a standardized format to communicate the reconsideration of value to the appraiser, which format shall include—(i) the name of the borrower;(ii) the property address;(iii) the effective date of the appraisal;(iv) the appraiser’s name;(v) the date of the request;(vi) a description of any area of the appraisal report that may be unsupported, may be deficient due to an unacceptable appraisal practice, or may reflect discrimination;(vii) any additional information, data, including not more than 5 alternative comparable properties and the related data sources that the consumer would like the appraiser to consider;(viii) an explanation of why the new information, data, or comparable properties support the reconsideration of value;(ix) a definition of turn-time expectations for the appraiser to communicate the reconsideration of value results back to the creditor;(x) instructions for delivering the reconsideration of value response as part of a revised appraisal report that includes commentary on conclusions regardless of the outcome; and(xi) a reference for appraisers on how to correct minor appraisal issues or non-material errors not related to the reconsideration of value process.(3) Subsequent appraisal and referral.—(A) In general.— If the creditor identifies material deficiencies in the appraisal report that are not corrected or addressed by the appraiser upon request of the creditor, including through a consumer-initiated reconsideration of value, or if there is evidence of unsupported or unacceptable appraisal practices, the creditor shall—(i) at the request of the consumer, order a subsequent appraisal at the creditor’s own expense; and(ii) forward the appraisal report and the creditor’s summary of findings to the appropriate appraisal licensing agency or regulatory board.(B) Discrimination.— If the creditor has reason to believe that an appraisal report reflects discrimination, the creditor shall—(i) order a subsequent appraisal, at the creditor’s own expense;(ii) forward the appraisal report and the creditor’s summary of findings to the appropriate local, State, or Federal enforcement agency; and(iii) upon a final determination of discrimination by the appropriate local, State, or Federal enforcement agency,

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (i) the following:

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 1639e)

  1598. 15 U.S.C. 1639e(g)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5705(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "paragraph (2), the Board" and inserting "paragraphs (2) and (3), the Bureau"; and

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 1639e)

  1599. 15 U.S.C. 1639e(g)added (3)by S. 2296 Sec. 5705(a)

    (3) Final rule.— Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this paragraph, the Federal Housing Finance Agency shall issue a final rule after notice and comment and issue such guidance as may be necessary to carry out and enforce subsection (j).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

    Bill text · Current law (15 U.S.C. 1639e)

  1600. 22 U.S.C. 4024(b)(3)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5106(b)

    The bill says: Section 704(b)(3) of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 4024(b)(3)) is amended by inserting "and reutilize" after "to acquire or retain proficiency in".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 4024)

  1601. 22 U.S.C. 2658a(c)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5208

    The bill says: Section 5318(c)(1) of the Department of State Authorization Act of 2021 (22 U.S.C. 2658a) is amended by striking "5 years" and inserting "8 years".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2658a)

  1602. 22 U.S.C. 2452brepealedby S. 2296 Sec. 5402

    The bill says: Section 204 of the Admiral James W. Nance and Meg Donovan Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 2000 and 2001 (22 U.S.C. 2452b) is hereby repealed.

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2452b)

  1603. Public Law 118-31(g)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5505

    The bill says: Section 6232(g) of the Department of State Authorization Act of 2023 (division F of Public Law 118–31; 5 U.S.C. 5547 note) is amended by striking "2025" and inserting "2027".

    Bill text

  1604. 22 U.S.C. 2680bchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5554(1)

    The bill says: by striking "January 1, 2016" each place it appears and inserting "September 11, 2001"; and

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2680b)

  1605. 22 U.S.C. 2680b(e)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5554(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (e)(1), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "of a" and inserting "of an".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2680b)

  1606. 22 U.S.C. 2680b(h)added (4)by S. 2296 Sec. 5554(3)

    (4) Limitations.—(A) Appropriations required.— Payments under subsections (a) and (b) in a fiscal year may only be made using amounts appropriated in advance specifically for payments under such paragraph in such fiscal year.(B) Matter of payments.— Payments under subsections (a) and (b) using amounts appropriated for such purpose shall be made on a first come, first serve, or pro rata basis.(C) Amounts of payments.— The total amount of funding obligated for payments under subsections (a) and (b) may not exceed the amount specifically appropriated for providing payments under such paragraph during its period of availability.

    The bill says: in subsection (h), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2680b)

  1607. 22 U.S.C. 262pchangedby S. 2296 Sec. 5560(a)

    The bill says: Title XVI of the International Financial Institutions Act (22 U.S.C. 262p et seq.) is amended in section 1630(c) by striking "5-year period" and inserting "10-year period".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 262p)

  1608. Public Law 117-263(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5560(c)

    The bill says: Section 9601(b) of the Department of State Authorizations Act of 2022 (division I of Public Law 117–263; 136 6 Stat. 3909) is amended by striking "fiscal years 2023 and 2024" and inserting "fiscal years 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, and 2028".

    Bill text

  1609. 33 U.S.C. 535d(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5561(1)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "December 31, 2024," and inserting "December 31, 2035,"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 535d)

  1610. 33 U.S.C. 535d(a)(1)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5561(1)

    (A) An international bridge between the United States and Mexico.(B) An international bridge between the United States and Canada.(C) A port of entry on the international land border between the United States and Mexico.(D) A port of entry on the international land border between the United States and Canada.

    The bill says: by striking subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C), and inserting the following:

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 535d)

  1611. 33 U.S.C. 535d(a)(2)(A)(ii)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5561(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2)(A)(ii), by inserting "or land port of entry" after "international bridge";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 535d)

  1612. 33 U.S.C. 535d(b)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5561(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by inserting "or land port of entry" after "international bridge";

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 535d)

  1613. 33 U.S.C. 535d(c)(2)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5561(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(2), by inserting "or land port of entry" after "international bridge"; and

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 535d)

  1614. 33 U.S.C. 535d(f)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5561(4)

    The bill says: in subsection (f), by inserting "or land port of entry" after "international bridge" each place it appears.

    Bill text · Current law (33 U.S.C. 535d)

  1615. 22 U.S.C. 2656f(a)changedby S. 2296 Sec. 5562

    The bill says: Section 140(a) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1988 and 1989 (22 U.S.C. 2656f(a)) is amended by striking "April 30" and inserting "October 31".

    Bill text · Current law (22 U.S.C. 2656f)

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What it does

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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2026 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities, military construction, and the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DOE). It also authorizes the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board for FY2026. The bill authorizes appropriations but it does not provide budget authority, which is provided by appropriations legislation.

Among other elements, the bill

• authorizes the procurement of various items, including aircraft, ships, and missiles;

• authorizes active duty and reserve component personnel strength levels;

• authorizes specified military construction projects and extends the authorization of certain projects from previous fiscal years;

• requires DOD to develop a strategy on the national security implications of emerging biotechnologies;

• requires the Navy to implement certain processes to improve the material condition and combat readiness of Navy surface ships maintained and repaired at private shipyards;

• extends the Pacific Deterrence Initiative (an initiative to enhance U.S. deterrence and defense posture, assure allies and partners, and increase capability and readiness in the Indo-Pacific region) through FY2026; and

• repeals various statutory provisions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion within DOD, including a provision establishing the position of Chief Diversity Officer of DOD.

For additional information on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) see

• In Focus IF10516, Defense Primer: Navigating the NDAA, and

• In Focus IF10515, Defense Primer: The NDAA Process.

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Reported to Senate, Jul 15, 2025).

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What has happened

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  1. Oct 9, 2025Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate under the order of 10/9/2025, having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 77 - 20. Record Vote Number: 570. Roll call recordLibrary of Congress
  2. Jul 15, 2025Committee on Armed Services. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Wicker. With written report No. 119-39.Library of Congress
  3. Jul 15, 2025Introduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

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Recorded votes

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  1. Oct 9, 2025 · SenateBill Passed 77–20
    On Passage of the Bill · needed three-fifths
    R 50 yes, 1 noI 1 yes, 1 noD 26 yes, 18 noEach member · Record
11 other recorded votes (procedure and amendments)
  1. Sep 2, 2025 · SenateCloture on the Motion to Proceed Agreed to 84–14
    On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed · needed three-fifths
    R 49 yes, 2 noI 1 yes, 1 noD 34 yes, 11 noEach member · Record
  2. Sep 4, 2025 · SenateMotion to Proceed Agreed to 83–13
    On the Motion to Proceed · needed a majority
    R 48 yes, 1 noI 1 yes, 1 noD 34 yes, 11 noEach member · Record
  3. Sep 10, 2025 · SenateMotion to Table Agreed to 51–49
    On the Motion to Table · needed a majority
    R 51 yes, 2 noI 0 yes, 2 noD 0 yes, 45 noEach member · Record
  4. Oct 9, 2025 · SenateAmendment Rejected 14–83
    On the Amendment · needed three-fifths
    R 6 yes, 45 noI 1 yes, 1 noD 7 yes, 37 noEach member · Record
  5. Oct 9, 2025 · SenateAmendment Rejected 53–43
    On the Amendment · needed three-fifths
    R 44 yes, 6 noI 1 yes, 1 noD 8 yes, 36 noEach member · Record
  6. Oct 9, 2025 · SenateAmendment Rejected 51–46
    On the Amendment · needed three-fifths
    R 48 yes, 3 noI 0 yes, 2 noD 3 yes, 41 noEach member · Record
  7. Oct 9, 2025 · SenateAmendment Rejected 46–50
    On the Amendment · needed three-fifths
    R 0 yes, 50 noI 2 yes, 0 noD 44 yes, 0 noEach member · Record
  8. Oct 9, 2025 · SenateAmendment Rejected 47–50
    On the Amendment · needed three-fifths
    R 1 yes, 50 noI 2 yes, 0 noD 44 yes, 0 noEach member · Record
  9. Oct 9, 2025 · SenateAmendment Rejected 46–52
    On the Amendment · needed three-fifths
    R 0 yes, 52 noI 2 yes, 0 noD 44 yes, 0 noEach member · Record
  10. Oct 9, 2025 · SenateAmendment Rejected 10–88
    On the Amendment · needed three-fifths
    R 0 yes, 52 noI 1 yes, 1 noD 9 yes, 35 noEach member · Record
  11. Oct 9, 2025 · SenateAmendment Rejected 47–50
    On the Amendment · needed three-fifths
    R 1 yes, 50 noI 2 yes, 0 noD 44 yes, 0 noEach member · Record