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Arsenal Workload Sustainment Act

3/22/2025, 6:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1955

Bill 119 HR 1955, also known as the Arsenal Workload Sustainment Pilot Program Act, aims to create a pilot program within the Department of Defense focused on sustaining the workload of arsenals. The bill seeks to address the need for maintaining and supporting the operations of arsenals, which are crucial for national defense.

The pilot program established by this bill will test new strategies and initiatives to ensure the long-term sustainability of arsenals. This includes exploring ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the overall effectiveness of arsenal operations.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for reporting requirements and evaluations to assess the success of the pilot program. This will help determine the impact of the program and identify any necessary adjustments or improvements. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1955 aims to strengthen the capabilities of arsenals within the Department of Defense and ensure they are equipped to meet the demands of national defense. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining and sustaining arsenal workload to support the nation's security interests.

Congressional Summary of HR 1955

Arsenal Workload Sustainment Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to establish a five-year pilot program to give preference to any procurement action or solicitation with a non-public partner that uses a government-owned and operated arsenal of the Department of the Army in any type of contractual agreement with the government. Under the program, DOD must add 20% to the price of the bid of non-public partners that do not use a government-owned arsenal.

DOD must also give preference to non-public partners that utilize the Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence of the Army and ensure not less than 25% of the activities under the partnership are performed by DOD employees.

Current Status of Bill HR 1955

Bill HR 1955 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 6, 2025. Bill HR 1955 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 6, 2025.  Bill HR 1955's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of March 6, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1955

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1955

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1955

To require the establishment within the Department of Defense of a pilot program on arsenal workload sustainment, and for other purposes.
To require the establishment within the Department of Defense of a pilot program on arsenal workload sustainment, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Jiraiya Pitts

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8 months ago

This bill is dumb, it's gonna waste money and not help anyone. I hate it.