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To direct the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on implementation of the advanced capabilities pillar of the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

12/15/2023, 3:54 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1093

Bill 118 hr 1093, also known as the "Trilateral Security Partnership Report Act," aims to require the Secretary of State to provide a detailed report to Congress on the progress and implementation of the advanced capabilities pillar of the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

The trilateral security partnership, also known as AUKUS, was established in September 2021 with the goal of enhancing security cooperation and coordination among the three countries. The advanced capabilities pillar of this partnership focuses on developing and deploying cutting-edge technologies and capabilities to address shared security challenges.

The report mandated by this bill will provide Congress with important information on the status of the advanced capabilities pillar, including updates on the development and deployment of new technologies, joint exercises and training programs, and any challenges or obstacles that may be hindering progress. By requiring the Secretary of State to submit this report, Congress will be able to stay informed on the advancements and achievements of the trilateral security partnership and ensure that the United States is effectively leveraging its partnerships with Australia and the United Kingdom to enhance national security and address global threats.

Congressional Summary of HR 1093

This bill requires the Department of State to report to Congress on State Department efforts to implement the advanced capabilities pillar of the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom (UK), and the United States. (One of the goals of the partnership is to develop and provide joint advanced military capabilities, such as artificial intelligence, hypersonics, and electronic warfare.)

The report must include (1) the average and median times for the U.S. government to review applications for export licenses for defense articles or services to the governments and persons (entities and individuals) of Australia or the UK, (2) information about certain violations of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations by the governments or persons of Australia or the UK, and (3) recommended changes to the export control laws and regulations of the three partnership countries to implement the partnership.

Current Status of Bill HR 1093

Bill HR 1093 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since March 23, 2023. Bill HR 1093 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 17, 2023.  Bill HR 1093's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of March 23, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1093

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1093

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Potential Impact Areas

- Alliances
- Arms control and nonproliferation
- Australia
- Collective security
- Computer security and identity theft
- Congressional oversight
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Europe
- Government information and archives
- Military assistance, sales, and agreements
- Military operations and strategy
- Oceania
- Trade restrictions
- United Kingdom

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1093

To direct the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on implementation of the advanced capabilities pillar of the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
To direct the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on implementation of the advanced capabilities pillar of the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

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