Bill 118 s 1437, also known as the Energy Security for Overseas Troops Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve energy security for US troops stationed overseas.
The bill aims to achieve this goal by requiring the Department of Defense to develop and implement a comprehensive energy security strategy for overseas military installations. This strategy would include measures to reduce reliance on foreign sources of energy, increase energy efficiency, and promote the use of renewable energy sources.
Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of a pilot program to test new energy technologies at select overseas military installations. This program would help identify innovative solutions to improve energy security and reduce costs for the Department of Defense.
Overall, the Energy Security for Overseas Troops Act seeks to enhance the resilience and sustainability of US military operations abroad by addressing energy security challenges. It is designed to benefit both the military and the environment by promoting energy efficiency and renewable energy use.