A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to submit annual reports on allied contributions to the common defense, and for other purposes.

7/12/2024, 10:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 118 s 4720, also known as the "Allied Contributions to the Common Defense Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that would require the Secretary of Defense to submit annual reports on the contributions made by US allies to the common defense. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the defense sector by ensuring that the American public and policymakers are informed about the level of support provided by other countries.

If passed, the Secretary of Defense would be required to provide detailed information on the financial, logistical, and military contributions made by US allies to support common defense efforts. This would include information on funding, personnel, equipment, and other resources provided by allied nations.

The bill also includes provisions for the Secretary of Defense to assess the effectiveness of allied contributions and make recommendations for improving collaboration and coordination among partner countries. Additionally, the legislation aims to strengthen partnerships with allies and enhance the overall security and defense capabilities of the United States. Overall, Bill 118 s 4720 seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and cooperation among US allies in order to enhance the collective defense capabilities of the United States and its partners.
Congress
118

Number
S - 4720

Introduced on
2024-07-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Bill 118 s 4720, also known as the "Allied Contributions to the Common Defense Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that would require the Secretary of Defense to submit annual reports on the contributions made by US allies to the common defense. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the defense sector by ensuring that the American public and policymakers are informed about the level of support provided by other countries.

If passed, the Secretary of Defense would be required to provide detailed information on the financial, logistical, and military contributions made by US allies to support common defense efforts. This would include information on funding, personnel, equipment, and other resources provided by allied nations.

The bill also includes provisions for the Secretary of Defense to assess the effectiveness of allied contributions and make recommendations for improving collaboration and coordination among partner countries. Additionally, the legislation aims to strengthen partnerships with allies and enhance the overall security and defense capabilities of the United States. Overall, Bill 118 s 4720 seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and cooperation among US allies in order to enhance the collective defense capabilities of the United States and its partners.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to require the Secretary of Defense to submit annual reports on allied contributions to the common defense, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action7/11/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.