To amend title 10, United States Code, to require the national security strategy for national technology and industrial base to provide for the research and development of sustainable and secure food sources.

8/14/2023, 12:30 AM

This bill requires that the Department of Defense's national security strategy for the national technology and industrial base includes objectives to provide for the research and development of sustainable and secure food sources (e.g., alternative protein development).

Bill 117 hr 8894, also known as the National Technology and Industrial Base Sustainability Act, aims to amend title 10 of the United States Code to prioritize the research and development of sustainable and secure food sources within the national security strategy. This bill recognizes the importance of ensuring that the United States has access to reliable and safe food sources in the event of a national security crisis.

The bill emphasizes the need for the national security strategy to include provisions for the research and development of sustainable food sources that can withstand potential threats to the food supply chain. This includes investing in technologies and practices that promote food security, such as sustainable agriculture, food preservation methods, and innovative farming techniques.

By prioritizing the research and development of sustainable and secure food sources, the National Technology and Industrial Base Sustainability Act aims to strengthen national security by ensuring that the United States is prepared to address any potential disruptions to the food supply chain. This bill highlights the importance of proactive measures to safeguard the nation's food security and resilience in the face of evolving threats and challenges.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 8894

Introduced on
2022-09-19

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/19/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This bill requires that the Department of Defense's national security strategy for the national technology and industrial base includes objectives to provide for the research and development of sustainable and secure food sources (e.g., alternative protein development).

Bill 117 hr 8894, also known as the National Technology and Industrial Base Sustainability Act, aims to amend title 10 of the United States Code to prioritize the research and development of sustainable and secure food sources within the national security strategy. This bill recognizes the importance of ensuring that the United States has access to reliable and safe food sources in the event of a national security crisis.

The bill emphasizes the need for the national security strategy to include provisions for the research and development of sustainable food sources that can withstand potential threats to the food supply chain. This includes investing in technologies and practices that promote food security, such as sustainable agriculture, food preservation methods, and innovative farming techniques.

By prioritizing the research and development of sustainable and secure food sources, the National Technology and Industrial Base Sustainability Act aims to strengthen national security by ensuring that the United States is prepared to address any potential disruptions to the food supply chain. This bill highlights the importance of proactive measures to safeguard the nation's food security and resilience in the face of evolving threats and challenges.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title 10, United States Code, to require the national security strategy for national technology and industrial base to provide for the research and development of sustainable and secure food sources.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Latest Summary8/14/2023

This bill requires that the Department of Defense's national security strategy for the national technology and industrial base includes objectives to provide for the research and development of sustainable and secure food sources (e.g., alternati...


Latest Action9/19/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.