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To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a joint training pipeline between the United States Navy and the Royal Australian Navy, and for other purposes.

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8073

Bill 117 hr 8073, also known as the Joint Training Pipeline Act, aims to establish a joint training program between the United States Navy and the Royal Australian Navy. The purpose of this program is to enhance cooperation and interoperability between the two navies, ultimately strengthening the military alliance between the United States and Australia.

The bill directs the Secretary of Defense to develop and implement a comprehensive training pipeline that will allow for joint training exercises, simulations, and other collaborative activities between the two navies. This joint training program will focus on enhancing maritime security, promoting regional stability, and improving overall readiness and effectiveness of both navies.

In addition to establishing the joint training pipeline, the bill also includes provisions for the exchange of personnel, sharing of best practices, and coordination of resources between the United States Navy and the Royal Australian Navy. This will further enhance the partnership between the two navies and facilitate greater cooperation in addressing common security challenges in the region. Overall, the Joint Training Pipeline Act seeks to strengthen the military relationship between the United States and Australia through enhanced training and collaboration, ultimately contributing to the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific region.

Congressional Summary of HR 8073

This bill requires the Department of Defense to carry out an exchange program for Australian submarine officers. Under this program, two such officers shall be selected each year to receive training and, after completing such training, be assigned to duty on an operational U.S. submarine at sea.

Current Status of Bill HR 8073

Bill HR 8073 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2022. Bill HR 8073 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 15, 2022.  Bill HR 8073's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of June 15, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8073

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
12
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8073

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8073

To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a joint training pipeline between the United States Navy and the Royal Australian Navy, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a joint training pipeline between the United States Navy and the Royal Australian Navy, and for other purposes.

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