U.S.-Israel Anti-Killer Drone Act of 2023

U.S.-Israel Anti-Killer Drone Act of 2023

This bill increases the authorization of appropriations for the Department of Defense in carrying out research, development, test, and evaluation activities, on a joint basis with Israel, to establish capabilities for countering unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The bill also requires DOD to report to Congress on the status of U.S.-Israeli cooperation to counter UAS capabilities and to provide an assessment of the UAS threat to the United States and Israel from Iran and associated proxies of Iran.

Bill 118 hr 4709, also known as the U.S.-Israel Anti-Killer Drone Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to enhance cooperation between the United States and Israel in the development and deployment of technology to counter the threat of killer drones.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a joint U.S.-Israel Anti-Killer Drone Task Force to coordinate efforts in research, development, and deployment of anti-drone technology. It also calls for increased information sharing between the two countries on drone threats and capabilities.

Additionally, the bill authorizes the appropriation of funds for research and development of anti-drone technology, as well as for training and support for Israeli and U.S. military personnel involved in countering drone threats. Overall, the U.S.-Israel Anti-Killer Drone Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the partnership between the United States and Israel in addressing the growing threat posed by killer drones, and to enhance the capabilities of both countries in countering this emerging security challenge.