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United States-Israel Future of Warfare Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 9:02 PM

Summary of Bill S 1802

Bill 118 s 1802, also known as the United States-Israel Future of Warfare Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to strengthen the partnership between the United States and Israel in the field of military technology and innovation.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a joint US-Israeli research and development program focused on advancing cutting-edge technologies for use in future warfare scenarios. This program would be funded through a combination of US and Israeli government resources, as well as contributions from private sector partners.

Additionally, the bill calls for increased collaboration between the US Department of Defense and the Israeli Ministry of Defense in areas such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and unmanned aerial systems. This collaboration would involve joint training exercises, information sharing, and technology transfer initiatives. Overall, the United States-Israel Future of Warfare Act of 2023 aims to enhance the capabilities of both countries' armed forces by leveraging their respective strengths in technology and innovation. Supporters of the bill argue that closer cooperation between the US and Israel in the defense sector will help to ensure the security and stability of the region, while also fostering economic growth and job creation in both countries.

Congressional Summary of S 1802

United States-Israel Future of Warfare Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Defense to establish the United States-Israel Future of Warfare Research and Development Fund to conduct collaborative defense projects between the United States and Israel in areas of emerging technologies (e.g., artificial intelligence). The purpose of the fund is to enable the U.S. Armed Forces and the military forces of Israel to meet emerging defense challenges.

Current Status of Bill S 1802

Bill S 1802 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 1, 2023. Bill S 1802 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 1, 2023.  Bill S 1802's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of June 1, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1802

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
20
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
16
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1802

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1802

United States-Israel Future of Warfare Act of 2023
United States-Israel Future of Warfare Act of 2023
A bill to direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a fund for the conduct of collaborative defense projects between the United States and Israel in emerging technologies, and for other purposes.

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