1st Lt. Hugh Conor McDowell Safety in Armed Forces Equipment Act of 2021

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Explore the details of House Bill 5108 1st Lt. Hugh Conor McDowell Safety in Armed Forces Equipment Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 10:48 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5108

Bill 117 HR 5108, also known as the 1st Lt. Hugh Conor McDowell Safety in Armed Forces Equipment Act of 2021, aims to improve the safety of equipment used by members of the US Armed Forces. The bill is named after 1st Lt. Hugh Conor McDowell, a Marine Corps officer who tragically lost his life due to a malfunction in his equipment.

The main provisions of the bill include requiring the Department of Defense to conduct regular inspections and testing of all equipment used by military personnel to ensure that it meets safety standards. The bill also calls for increased training for service members on how to properly use and maintain their equipment to prevent accidents and injuries.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the Department of Defense establish a system for reporting and tracking equipment malfunctions and failures, in order to identify and address any recurring issues. This will help prevent future accidents and ensure that military personnel have access to safe and reliable equipment. Overall, the 1st Lt. Hugh Conor McDowell Safety in Armed Forces Equipment Act of 2021 aims to prioritize the safety and well-being of our service members by improving the quality and reliability of the equipment they rely on in the line of duty.

Congressional Summary of HR 5108

1st Lt. Hugh Conor McDowell Safety in Armed Forces Equipment Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of the Army and the Department of the Navy to jointly implement a five-year pilot program to evaluate the feasibility of using data recorders to monitor, assess, and improve the readiness and safety of the operation of military tactical vehicles (e.g., Army Strykers).

The program must be carried out at not fewer than one military station in the United States that (1) contains the necessary force structure, equipment, and maneuver training ranges to collect necessary driver and vehicle data; and (2) represents at least one of the five training ranges that did not track unit location during training, as identified by the Government Accountability Office.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5108

Bill HR 5108 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 27, 2021. Bill HR 5108 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on August 27, 2021. Bill HR 5108's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of August 27, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5108

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5108

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Accidents

- Computers and information technology

- Congressional oversight

- Geography and mapping

- Government information and archives

- Government studies and investigations

- Licensing and registrations

- Military education and training

- Military facilities and property

- Military personnel and dependents

- Motor vehicles

- Performance measurement

- Telephone and wireless communication

- Transportation employees

- Transportation safety and security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5108

1st Lt. Hugh Conor McDowell Safety in Armed Forces Equipment Act of 2021

To direct the Secretary of the Army and the Secretary of the Navy to carry out a pilot program on using data recorders to improve the readiness and safety of the operation of military tactical vehicles.

1st Lt. Hugh Conor McDowell Safety in Armed Forces Equipment Act of 2021