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Sentinel Nuclear Deterrence Act of 2023
3/12/2024, 6:53 PM
Summary of Bill S 2017
The Sentinel Nuclear Deterrence Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 2017, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to strengthen the United States' nuclear deterrence capabilities in order to protect the country and its allies from potential threats.
The bill proposes several key measures to achieve this goal. Firstly, it calls for the modernization of the US nuclear arsenal, including the development of new nuclear weapons and delivery systems. This is intended to ensure that the US maintains a credible and effective deterrent against potential adversaries.
Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance the readiness and responsiveness of the US nuclear forces. This includes improving the training and capabilities of nuclear personnel, as well as increasing the frequency of nuclear exercises and drills. Furthermore, the Sentinel Nuclear Deterrence Act of 2023 emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong and reliable nuclear command and control system. This system is crucial for ensuring that the US can effectively communicate with and control its nuclear forces in times of crisis. Overall, the bill aims to bolster the US' nuclear deterrence capabilities in order to deter potential adversaries and protect the country and its allies from nuclear threats. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary for national security, while critics raise concerns about the potential costs and risks associated with nuclear modernization.
The bill proposes several key measures to achieve this goal. Firstly, it calls for the modernization of the US nuclear arsenal, including the development of new nuclear weapons and delivery systems. This is intended to ensure that the US maintains a credible and effective deterrent against potential adversaries.
Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance the readiness and responsiveness of the US nuclear forces. This includes improving the training and capabilities of nuclear personnel, as well as increasing the frequency of nuclear exercises and drills. Furthermore, the Sentinel Nuclear Deterrence Act of 2023 emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong and reliable nuclear command and control system. This system is crucial for ensuring that the US can effectively communicate with and control its nuclear forces in times of crisis. Overall, the bill aims to bolster the US' nuclear deterrence capabilities in order to deter potential adversaries and protect the country and its allies from nuclear threats. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary for national security, while critics raise concerns about the potential costs and risks associated with nuclear modernization.
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Current Status of Bill S 2017
Bill S 2017 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 15, 2023. Bill S 2017 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 15, 2023.  Bill S 2017's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of June 15, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2017
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2017
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2017
Sentinel Nuclear Deterrence Act of 2023
Sentinel Nuclear Deterrence Act of 2023
A bill to provide multiyear procurement authority for LGM-35A Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missiles, and for other purposes.
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