To require the Secretary of Defense to submit a report on foreign-made small arms and light weapons, and for other purposes.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
The bill requires the Secretary of Defense to study foreign-made small arms and light weapons used by the Armed Forces, including those made by US subsidiaries of foreign companies, and to provide recommendations for procuring. It relies on reporting requirements. The main policy areas are Defense and Trade.
Who Benefits and How
US-owned domestic firearms manufacturers could gain revenue opportunities.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Department of Defense would take on compliance duties and US subsidiaries of foreign-owned defense companies could lose revenue opportunities.
Key Provisions
- Requires the Secretary of Defense to study foreign-made small arms and light weapons used by the Armed Forces, including those made by US subsidiaries of foreign companies, and to provide recommendations for procuring...
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
The bill requires the Secretary of Defense to study foreign-made small arms and light weapons used by the Armed Forces, including those made by US subsidiaries of foreign companies, and to provide recommendations for procuring.
Key Policy Areas
Defense, Trade
Primary Purpose
The bill requires the Secretary of Defense to study foreign-made small arms and light weapons used by the Armed Forces, including those made by US subsidiaries of foreign companies, and to provide recommendations for procuring.
Policy Domains
Section 2 - Report on Foreign-Made Heavy and Small Arm Weapons
Identified Gains
- US-owned domestic firearms manufacturers
Identified Costs
- Department of Defense
- US subsidiaries of foreign-owned defense companies
Sponsors
Legislative Progress
IntroducedMr. Taylor (for himself, Mr. Harrigan, Mr. Wied, Mrs. Miller …
Stakeholder Effects
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Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "the_secretary"
- → Secretary of Defense
Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
Has the meaning given in section 273.3 of title 32, Code of Federal Regulations
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