Deterring Chinese Preemptive Strikes Act of 2023

Deterring Chinese Preemptive Strikes Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to conduct a classified survey to identify each U.S. aircraft shelter in the Indo-Pacific region that is responsible for responding to aggression by China against Taiwan and has not been improved to mitigate damage to aircraft in the event of a missile, aerial drone, or other attack by China.

DOD must submit a classified plan to implement improvements to the shelters as necessary to increase aircraft survivability in the event of attack by China.

Bill 118 s 1566, also known as the Deterring Chinese Preemptive Strikes Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of deterring potential preemptive strikes by China. The bill focuses on enhancing the United States' military capabilities and readiness in order to prevent any aggressive actions by China.

The key provisions of the bill include increasing funding for the US military, particularly in the areas of missile defense systems, cyber warfare capabilities, and intelligence gathering. The bill also calls for closer cooperation with US allies in the Asia-Pacific region to strengthen regional security and deter any potential Chinese aggression.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions with China and prevent any conflict from escalating into a full-scale war. It calls for increased dialogue and communication between the US and Chinese governments to address any misunderstandings or disputes that may arise. Overall, the Deterring Chinese Preemptive Strikes Act of 2023 aims to bolster US national security and deter any aggressive actions by China through a combination of military readiness, diplomatic efforts, and cooperation with US allies in the region.