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114th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 1735
AN ACT
To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2016 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes.
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Short title
This Act may be cited as the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016.
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Organization of Act into divisions; table of contents
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Divisions
This Act is organized into four divisions as follows:
(1) Division A—Department of Defense Authorizations.
(2) Division B—Military Construction Authorizations.
(3) Division C—Department of Energy National Security Authorizations and Other Authorizations.
(4) Division D—Funding Tables.
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Table of contents
The table of contents for this Act is as follows:
Sec. 1. Short title. Sec. 2. Organization of Act into divisions; table of contents. Sec. 3. Congressional defense committees. Division A—DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE AUTHORIZATIONS Title I—Procurement Subtitle A—Authorization of Appropriations Sec. 101. Authorization of appropriations. Subtitle B—Army Programs Sec. 111. Limitation on availability of funds for AN/TPQ–53 radar systems. Sec. 112. Prioritization of upgraded UH–60 Blackhawk helicopters within Army National Guard. Sec. 113. Report on options to accelerate replacement of UH–60A Blackhawk helicopters of Army National Guard. Sec. 114. Sense of Congress on tactical wheeled vehicle protection kits. Subtitle C—Navy Programs Sec. 121. Modification to multiyear procurement authority for Arleigh Burke class destroyers and associated systems. Sec. 122. Procurement authority for aircraft carrier programs. Subtitle D—Air Force Programs Sec. 131. Limitation on availability of funds for executive communications upgrades for C–20 and C–37 aircraft. Sec. 132. Backup inventory status of A–10 aircraft. Sec. 133. Prohibition on availability of funds for retirement of A–10 aircraft. Sec. 134. Prohibition on retirement of EC–130H aircraft. Sec. 135. Limitation on availability of funds for divestment or transfer of KC–10 aircraft. Sec. 136. Sense of Congress regarding the OCONUS basing of the F–35A aircraft. Subtitle E—Defense-wide, Joint, and Multiservice Matters Sec. 141. Limitation on availability of funds for Joint Battle Command–Platform. Sec. 142. Strategy for replacement of A/MH–6 Mission Enhanced Little Bird aircraft to meet special operations requirements. Sec. 143. Independent assessment of United States Combat Logistic Force requirements. Sec. 144. Report on use of different types of enhanced 5.56 mm ammunition by the Army and the Marine Corps. Title II—RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION Subtitle A—Authorization of Appropriations Sec. 201. Authorization of appropriations. Subtitle B—Program Requirements, Restrictions, and Limitations Sec. 211. Extension of defense research and development rapid innovation program. Sec. 212. Limitation on availability of funds for medical countermeasures program. Sec. 213. Limitation on availability of funds for F–15 infrared search and track capability development. Sec. 214. Independent assessment of F135 engine program. Subtitle C—Other Matters Sec. 221. Expansion of education partnerships to support technology transfer and transition. Sec. 222. Strategies for engagement with historically black colleges and universities and minority-serving institutions of higher education. Sec. 223. Plan for advanced weapons technology war games. Sec. 224. Comptroller General Review of autonomic logistics information system for F–35 Lightening II aircraft. Sec. 225. Briefing on shallow water combat submersible program. Sec. 226. Report on graduate fellowships in support of science, mathematics, and engineering education. Sec. 227. Sense of Congress Regarding FFRDC Facilitation of a High Quality Technical Workforce. Sec. 228. Funding for MV–22A digital interoperability program. Sec. 229. Commercial-off-the-shelf wide-area surveillance systems for Army tactical unmanned aerial systems. Sec. 230. Report on Tactical Combat Training System Increment II. Sec. 231. Improvement to coordination and communication of defense research activities. Title III—Operation and Maintenance Subtitle A—Authorization of Appropriations Sec. 301. Authorization of appropriations. Sec. 302. Additional authorization of appropriations for the Office of Economic Adjustment. Subtitle B—Energy and Environment Sec. 311. Limitation on procurement of drop-in fuels. Sec. 312. Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas. Sec. 313. Revision to scope of statutorily required review of projects relating to potential obstructions to aviation so as to apply only to energy projects. Sec. 314. Exclusions from definition of chemical substance under Toxic Substances Control Act. Sec. 315. Exemption of Department of Defense from alternative fuel procurement requirement. Sec. 316. Limitation on plan, design, refurbishing, or construction of biofuels refineries. Sec. 317. Comprehensive study on impact of proposed ozone rule. Sec. 318. Report on merger of Office of Assistant Secretary for Operational Energy Plans and Deputy Under Secretary for Installations and Environment. Subtitle C—Logistics and Sustainment Sec. 321. Assignment of certain new requirements based on determinations of cost-efficiency. Sec. 322. Inclusion in annual technology and industrial capability assessments of a determination about defense acquisition program requirements. Sec. 323. Amendment to limitation on authority to enter into a contract for the sustainment, maintenance, repair, or other overhaul of the F117 engine. Sec. 324. Pilot programs for availability of working-capital funds for product improvements. Sec. 325. Report on equipment purchased from foreign entities that could be manufactured in United States arsenals or depots. Subtitle D—Other Matters Sec. 333. Improvements to Department of Defense excess property disposal. Sec. 334. Access to wireless high-speed Internet and network connections for certain members of the Armed Forces deployed overseas. Sec. 335. Temporary authority to extend contracts and leases under the ARMS Initiative. Sec. 336. Assessment of outreach for small business concerns owned and controlled by women and minorities required before conversion of certain functions to contractor performance. Title IV—Military Personnel Authorizations Subtitle A—Active Forces Sec. 401. End strengths for active forces. Sec. 402. Revisions in permanent active duty end strength minimum levels. Subtitle B—Reserve Forces Sec. 411. End strengths for Selected Reserve. Sec. 412. End strengths for reserves on active duty in support of the reserves. Sec. 413. End strengths for military technicians (dual status). Sec. 414. Fiscal year 2016 limitation on number of non-dual status technicians. Sec. 415. Maximum number of reserve personnel authorized to be on active duty for operational support. Subtitle C—Authorization of Appropriations Sec. 421. Military personnel. Sec. 422. Report on force structure of the Army. Title V—Military Personnel Policy Subtitle A—Officer Personnel Policy Sec. 501. Equitable treatment of junior officers excluded from an all-fully-qualified-officers list because of administrative error. Sec. 502. Authority to defer until age 68 mandatory retirement for age of a general or flag officer serving as Chief or Deputy Chief of Chaplains of the Army, Navy, or Air Force. Sec. 503. Implementation of Comptroller General recommendation on the definition and availability of costs associated with general and flag officers and their aides. Subtitle B—Reserve Component Management Sec. 511. Clarification of purpose of reserve component special selection boards as limited to correction of error at a mandatory promotion board. Sec. 512. Ready Reserve continuous screening regarding key positions disqualifying Federal officials from continued service in the Ready Reserve. Sec. 513. Exemption of military technicians (dual status) from civilian employee furloughs. Sec. 514. Annual report on personnel, training, and equipment requirements for the non-Federalized National Guard to support civilian authorities in prevention and response to non-catastrophic domestic disasters. Sec. 515. National Guard civil and defense support activities and related matters. Sec. 516. Electronic tracking of operational active-duty service performed by members of the Ready Reserve of the Armed Forces. Subtitle C—Consolidation of Authorities to Order Members of Reserve Components to Perform Duty Sec. 521. Administration of reserve duty. Sec. 522. Reserve duty authorities. Sec. 523. Purpose of reserve duty. Sec. 524. Training and other duty performed by members of the National Guard. Sec. 525. Conforming and clerical amendments. Sec. 526. Effective date and implementation. Subtitle D—General Service Authorities Sec. 531. Temporary authority to develop and provide additional recruitment incentives. Sec. 532. Expansion of authority to conduct pilot programs on career flexibility to enhance retention of members of the Armed Forces. Sec. 533. Modification of notice and wait requirements for change in ground combat exclusion policy for female members of the Armed Forces. Sec. 534. Role of Secretary of Defense in development of gender-neutral occupational standards. Sec. 535. Burdens of proof applicable to investigations and reviews related to protected communications of members of the Armed Forces and prohibited retaliatory actions. Sec. 536. Revision of name on military service record to reflect change in gender identity after separation from the Armed Forces. Sec. 537. Establishment of breastfeeding policy for the Department of the Army. Sec. 538. Sense of Congress recognizing the diversity of the members of the Armed Forces. Sec. 539. Establishment of process by which members of the Armed Forces may carry a concealed personal firearm on a military installation. Subtitle E—Military Justice, Including Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Prevention and Response Sec. 541. Improvements to Special Victims’ Counsel program. Sec. 542. Department of Defense civilian employee access to Special Victims’ Counsel. Sec. 543. Access to Special Victims’ Counsel for former dependents of members and former members of the Armed Forces. Sec. 544. Representation and assistance from Special Victims’ Counsel in retaliatory proceedings. Sec. 545. Timely notification to victims of sex-related offenses of the availability of assistance from Special Victims’ Counsel. Sec. 546. Participation by victim in punitive proceedings and access to records. Sec. 547. Victim access to report of results of preliminary hearing under Article 32 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Sec. 548. Minimum confinement period required for conviction of certain sex-related offenses committed by members of the Armed Forces. Sec. 549. Strategy to prevent retaliation against members of the Armed Forces who report or intervene on behalf of the victim in instances of sexual assault. Sec. 550. Improved Department of Defense prevention and response to sexual assaults in which the victim is a male member of the Armed Forces. Sec. 551. Sexual assault prevention and response training for administrators and instructors of the Junior and Senior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. Sec. 552. Modification of Manual for Courts-Martial to require consistent preparation of the full record of trial. Sec. 553. Inclusion of additional information in annual reports regarding Department of Defense sexual assault prevention and response. Sec. 554. Retention of case notes in investigations of sex-related offenses involving members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps. Sec. 555. Additional guidance regarding release of mental health records of Department of Defense medical treatment facilities in cases involving any sex-related offense. Sec. 556. Public availability of records of certain proceedings under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Sec. 557. Revision of Department of Defense Directive-type Memorandum 15–003, relating to Registered Sex Offender Identification, Notification, and Monitoring in the Department of Defense. Sec. 558. Improved implementation of changes to Uniform Code of Military Justice. Subtitle F—Member Education, Training, and Transition Sec. 561. Availability of preseparation counseling for members of the Armed Forces discharged or released after limited active duty. Sec. 562. Availability of additional training opportunities under Transition Assistance Program. Sec. 563. Enhancements to Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program. Sec. 564. Appointments to military service academies from nominations made by Delegates in Congress from the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Sec. 565. Recognition of additional involuntary mobilization duty authorities exempt from five-year limit on reemployment rights of persons who serve in the uniformed services. Sec. 566. Job Training and Post-Service Placement Executive Committee. Sec. 567. Direct employment pilot program for members of the National Guard and Reserve. Sec. 568. Program regarding civilian credentialing for skills required for certain military occupational specialties. Sec. 569. Mariner training. Sec. 570. Report on civilian and military education to respond to future threats. Sec. 570a. Availability of cyber security and IT certifications for Department of Defense personnel critical to network defense. Subtitle G—Defense Dependents' Education and Military Family Readiness Matters Sec. 571. Continuation of authority to assist local educational agencies that benefit dependents of members of the Armed Forces and Department of Defense civilian employees. Sec. 572. Extension of authority to conduct family support programs for immediate family members of members of the Armed Forces assigned to special operations forces. Sec. 573. Support for efforts to improve academic achievement and transition of military dependent students. Sec. 574. Study regarding feasibility of using DEERS to track dependents of members of the Armed Forces and Department of Defense civilian employees who are elementary or secondary education students. Sec. 575. Sense of Congress regarding support for dependents of members of the Armed Forces attending specialized camps. Subtitle H—Decorations and Awards Sec. 581. Authorization for award of the Distinguished-Service Cross for acts of extraordinary heroism during the Korean War. Sec. 582. Limitation on authority of Secretaries of the military departments regarding revocation of combat valor awards. Sec. 583. Award of Purple Heart to members of the Armed Forces who were victims of the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, bombing. Sec. 584. Atomic veterans service medal. Sec. 585. Posthumous commission as captain in the regular Army for Milton Holland. Sec. 586. Sense of Congress supporting the decision of the Army to posthumously promote Master Sergeant (retired) Naomi Horwitz to Sergeant Major. Subtitle I—Reports and Other Matters Sec. 591. Authority for United States Air Force Institute of Technology to charge and retain tuition for instruction of persons other than Air Force personnel detailed for instruction at the Institute. Sec. 592. Honoring certain members of the reserve components as veterans. Sec. 593. Sense of Congress regarding support for military divers. Sec. 594. Transfer and adoption of military animals. Sec. 595. Coordination with non-government suicide prevention organizations and agencies to assist in reducing suicides. Sec. 596. Sense of Congress on desirability of service-wide adoption of Gold Star Installation Access Card. Sec. 597. Annual report on performance of regional offices of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Sec. 598. Preliminary mental health screenings for individuals becoming members of the Armed Forces. Sec. 599. Report regarding new rulemaking under the Military Lending Act and Defense Manpower Data Center reports and meetings. Title VI—Compensation and Other Personnel Benefits Subtitle A—Pay and Allowances Sec. 601. Extension of authority to provide temporary increase in rates of basic allowance for housing under certain circumstances. Sec. 602. Prohibition on per diem allowance reductions based on the duration of temporary duty assignment or civilian travel. Subtitle B—Bonuses and Special and Incentive Pays Sec. 611. One-year extension of certain bonus and special pay authorities for reserve forces. Sec. 612. One-year extension of certain bonus and special pay authorities for health care professionals. Sec. 613. One-year extension of special pay and bonus authorities for nuclear officers. Sec. 614. One-year extension of authorities relating to title 37 consolidated special pay, incentive pay, and bonus authorities. Sec. 615. One-year extension of authorities relating to payment of other title 37 bonuses and special pays. Sec. 616. Increase in maximum annual amount of nuclear officer bonus pay. Sec. 617. Modification to special aviation incentive pay and bonus authorities for officers. Sec. 618. Repeal of obsolete special travel and transportation allowance for survivors of deceased members of the Armed Forces from the Vietnam conflict. Subtitle C—Modernization of Military Retirement System Sec. 631. Full participation for members of the uniformed services in Thrift Savings Plan. Sec. 632. Modernized retirement system for members of the uniformed services. Sec. 633. Continuation pay for full TSP members with 12 years of service. Sec. 634. Effective date and implementation. Subtitle D—Commissary and Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentality Benefits and Operations Sec. 641. Preserving Assured Commissary Supply to Asia and the Pacific. Sec. 642. Prohibition on replacement or consolidation of defense commissary and exchange systems pending submission of required report on defense commissary system. Subtitle E—Other Matters Sec. 651. Improvement of financial literacy and preparedness of members of the Armed Forces. Sec. 652. Availability for purchase of Department of Veterans Affairs memorial headstones and markers for members of reserve components who performed certain training. Title VII—Health Care Provisions Subtitle A—TRICARE and Other Health Care Benefits Sec. 701. Joint uniform formulary for transition of care. Sec. 702. Access to broad range of methods of contraception approved by the Food and Drug Administration for members of the Armed Forces and military dependents at military treatment facilities. Sec. 703. Access to contraceptive method for duration of deployment. Sec. 704. Access to infertility treatment for members of the Armed Forces and dependents. Sec. 705. Access to TRICARE Prime for certain beneficiaries. Subtitle B—Health Care Administration Sec. 711. Unified medical command. Sec. 712. Licensure of mental health professionals in TRICARE program. Sec. 713. Reports on proposed realignments of military medical treatment facilities. Sec. 714. Pilot program for operation of network of retail pharmacies under TRICARE pharmacy benefits program. Subtitle C—Reports and Other Matters Sec. 721. Extension of authority for DOD-VA Health Care Sharing Incentive Fund. Sec. 722. Extension of authority for Joint Department of Defense-Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Facility Demonstration Fund. Sec. 723. Limitation on availability of funds for Department of Defense Healthcare Management Systems Modernization. Sec. 724. Primary blast injury research. Sec. 725. Sense of Congress regarding mental health counseling for members of the Armed Forces and families. Sec. 726. Provision of transportation of dependent patients relating to obstetrical anesthesia services. Title VIII—Acquisition Policy, Acquisition Management, and Related Matters Sec. 800. Sense of Congress on the desired tenets of the defense acquisition system. Subtitle A—Acquisition Policy and Management Sec. 801. Report on linking and streamlining requirements, acquisition, and budget processes within Armed Forces. Sec. 802. Required review of acquisition-related functions of the Chiefs of Staff of the Armed Forces. Sec. 803. Independent study of matters related to bid protests. Sec. 804. Procurement of commercial items. Sec. 805. Modification to information required to be submitted by offeror in procurement of major weapon systems as commercial items. Sec. 806. Amendment relating to multiyear contract authority for acquisition of property. Sec. 807. Compliance with inventory of contracts for services. Subtitle B—Workforce Development and Related Matters Sec. 811. Amendments to Department of Defense Acquisition Workforce Development Fund. Sec. 812. Dual-track military professionals in operational and acquisition specialities. Sec. 813. Provision of joint duty assignment credit for acquisition duty. Sec. 814. Requirement for acquisition skills assessment biennial strategic workforce plan. Sec. 815. Mandatory requirement for training related to the conduct of market research. Sec. 816. Independent study of implementation of defense acquisition workforce improvement efforts. Sec. 817. Extension of demonstration project relating to certain acquisition personnel management policies and procedures. Subtitle C—Weapon Systems Acquisition and Related Matters Sec. 821. Sense of Congress on the desired characteristics for the weapon systems acquisition system. Sec. 822. Acquisition strategy required for each major defense acquisition program and major system. Sec. 823. Revision to requirements relating to risk management in development of major defense acquisition programs and major systems. Sec. 824. Modification to requirements relating to determination of contract type for major defense acquisition programs and major systems. Sec. 825. Required determination before Milestone A approval or initiation of major defense acquisition programs. Sec. 826. Required certification and determination before Milestone B approval of major defense acquisition programs. Subtitle D—Industrial Base Matters Sec. 831. Codification and amendment of Mentor-Protege Program. Sec. 832. Amendments to data quality improvement plan. Sec. 833. Notice of contract consolidation for acquisition strategies. Sec. 834. Clarification of requirements related to small business contracts for services. Sec. 835. Review of Government access to intellectual property rights of private sector firms. Sec. 836. Requirement that certain ship components be manufactured in the national technology and industrial base. Sec. 837. Policy regarding solid rocket motors used in tactical missiles. Sec. 838. FAR Council membership for Administrator of Small Business Administration. Sec. 839. Surety bond requirements and amount of guarantee. Sec. 840. Certification requirements for procurement center representatives, Business Opportunity Specialists, and commercial market representatives. Sec. 841. Including subcontracting goals in agency responsibilities. Sec. 842. Modifications to requirements for qualified HUBZone small business concerns located in a base closure area. Sec. 843. Joint venturing and teaming. Sec. 844. Modification to and scorecard program for small business contracting goals. Sec. 845. Establishment of an Office of Hearings and Appeals in the Small Business Administration; petitions for reconsideration of size standards. Sec. 846. Limitations on reverse auctions. Sec. 847. Sense of Congress on procurement of fire hoses. Subtitle E—Other Matters Sec. 851. Additional responsibility for Director of Operational Test and Evaluation. Sec. 852. Use of recent prices paid by the Government in the determination of price reasonableness. Sec. 853. Codification of other transaction authority for certain prototype projects. Sec. 854. Amendments to certain acquisition thresholds. Sec. 855. Revision of method of rounding when making inflation adjustment of acquisition-related dollar thresholds. Sec. 856. Repeal of requirement for stand-alone manpower estimates for major defense acquisition programs. Sec. 857. Examination and guidance relating to oversight and approval of services contracts. Sec. 858. Streamlining of requirements relating to defense business systems. Sec. 859. Consideration of strategic materials in preliminary design review. Sec. 860. Procurement of personal protective equipment. Sec. 861. Amendments concerning detection and avoidance of counterfeit electronic parts. Sec. 862. Revision to duties of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Developmental Test and Evaluation and the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Systems Engineering. Sec. 863. Extension of limitation on aggregate annual amount available for contract services. Sec. 864. Use of lowest price, technically acceptable evaluation method for procurement of audit or audit readiness services. Sec. 865. Exception for AbilityOne products from authority To acquire products and services produced in Afghanistan, Central Asian States, and Djibouti. Sec. 866. Effective communication between government and industry. Sec. 867. Strengthening program and project management performance. Sec. 868. Sychronization of defense acquisition curricula. Sec. 869. Research and analysis of defense acquisition policy. Sec. 870. Standards for orocurement of secure information technology and cyber security systems. Sec. 871. Modifications to the justification and approval process for certain sole-source contracts for small business concerns. Title IX—Department of Defense Organization and Management Sec. 901. Redesignation of the Department of the Navy as the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps. Sec. 902. Change of period for Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff review of the unified command plan. Sec. 903. Update of statutory specification of functions of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff relating to joint force development activities. Sec. 904. Sense of Congress on the United States Marine Corps. Sec. 905. Additional requirements for streamlining of Department of Defense management headquarters. Sec. 906. Sense of Congress on performance management and workforce incentive system. Sec. 907. Guidelines for conversion of functions performed by civilian or contractor personnel to performance by military personnel. Title X—General Provisions Subtitle A—Financial Matters Sec. 1001. General transfer authority. Sec. 1002. Authority to transfer funds to the National Nuclear Security Administration to sustain nuclear weapons modernization and naval reactors. Sec. 1003. Accounting standards to value certain property, plant, and equipment items. Sec. 1004. Report on auditable financial statements. Subtitle B—Counter-Drug Activities Sec. 1011. Extension of authority to provide additional support for counter-drug activities of certain foreign governments. Sec. 1012. Statement of policy on Plan Central America. Subtitle C—Naval Vessels and Shipyards Sec. 1021. Restrictions on the overhaul and repair of vessels in foreign shipyards. Sec. 1022. Extension of authority for reimbursement of expenses for certain Navy mess operations afloat. Sec. 1023. Availability of funds for retirement or inactivation of Ticonderoga class cruisers or dock landing ships. Sec. 1024. Limitation on the use of funds for removal of ballistic missile defense capabilities from Ticonderoga class cruisers. Subtitle D—Counterterrorism Sec. 1031. Permanent authority to provide rewards through Government personnel of allied forces and certain other modifications to Department of Defense program to provide rewards. Sec. 1032. Congressional notification of sensitive military operations. Sec. 1033. Repeal of semiannual reports on obligation and expenditure of funds for combating terrorism program. Sec. 1034. Reports to Congress on contact between terrorists and individuals formerly detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Sec. 1035. Inclusion in reports to Congress information about recidivism of individuals formerly detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Sec. 1036. Prohibition on the use of funds for the transfer or release of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Sec. 1037. Prohibition on use of funds to construct or modify facilities in the United States to house detainees transferred from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Sec. 1038. Prohibition on use of funds to transfer or release individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to combat zones. Sec. 1039. Requirements for certifications relating to the transfer of detainees at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to foreign countries and other foreign entities. Sec. 1040. Submission to Congress of certain documents relating to transfer of individuals detained at Guantanamo to Qatar. Sec. 1041. Submission of unredacted copies of documents relating to the transfer of certain individuals detained at Guantanamo to Qatar. Sec. 1042. Prohibition on use of funds for transfer or release of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Yemen. Subtitle E—Miscellaneous Authorities and Limitations Sec. 1051. Enhancement of authority of Secretary of Navy to use National Sea-Based Deterrence Fund. Sec. 1052. Department of Defense excess property program. Sec. 1053. Limitation on transfer of certain AH–64 apache helicopters from Army National Guard to regular Army and related personnel levels. Sec. 1054. Space available travel for environmental morale leave by certain spouses and children of deployed members of the Armed Forces. Sec. 1055. Information-related and strategic communications capabilities engagement pilot program. Sec. 1056. Prohibition on use of funds for retirement of helicopter sea combat squadron 84 and 85 aircraft. Sec. 1057. Limitation on availability of funds for destruction of certain landmines. Sec. 1058. Limitation on availability of funds for modifying command and control of United States Pacific Fleet. Sec. 1059. Prohibition on the closure of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Sec. 1060. Prohibition on use of funds for realignment of forces at or closure of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Sec. 1060a. Civilian Aviation Asset Military Partnership Pilot Program. Sec. 1060b. Sale or donation of excess personal property for border security activities. Sec. 1060c. Limitation on use of funds to deactivate 440th airlift wing. Subtitle F—Studies and Reports Sec. 1061. Provision of defense planning guidance and contingency planning guidance information to Congress. Sec. 1062. Modification of certain reports submitted by Comptroller General of the United States. Sec. 1063. Report on implementation of the geographically distributed force laydown in the area of responsibility of United States Pacific Command. Sec. 1064. Independent study of national security strategy formulation process. Sec. 1065. Study and report on role of Department of Defense in formulation of long-term strategy. Sec. 1066. Report on potential threats to members of the Armed Forces of United States Naval Forces Central Command and United States Fifth Fleet in Bahrain. Sec. 1067. Report on the status of detection, identification, and disablement capabilities related to remotely piloted aircraft. Sec. 1068. Report on options to accelerate the training of remotely piloted aircraft pilots. Sec. 1069. Expedited meetings of the National Commission on the Future of the Army. Subtitle G—Repeal or Revision of National Defense Reporting Requirements Sec. 1071. Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to military personnel issues. Sec. 1072. Repeal or revision of reporting requirements relating to readiness. Sec. 1073. Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to naval vessels and Merchant Marine. Sec. 1074. Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to nuclear, proliferation, and related matters. Sec. 1075. Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to missile defense. Sec. 1076. Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to acquisition. Sec. 1077. Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to civilian personnel. Sec. 1078. Repeal or revision of miscellaneous reporting requirements. Subtitle H—Other Matters Sec. 1081. Technical and clerical amendments. Sec. 1082. Executive agent for the oversight and management of alternative compensatory control measures. Sec. 1083. Navy support of Ocean Research Advisory Panel. Sec. 1084. Level of readiness of Civil Reserve Air Fleet carriers. Sec. 1085. Authorization of transfer of surplus firearms to Corporation for the Promotion of Rifle Practice and Firearms Safety . Sec. 1086. Modification of requirements for transferring aircraft within the Air Force inventory. Sec. 1087. Reestablishment of Commission to Assess the Threat to the United States from Electromagnetic Pulse Attack. Sec. 1088. Department of Defense strategy for countering unconventional warfare. Sec. 1089. Mine countermeasures master plan. Sec. 1090. Congressional notification and briefing requirement on ordered evacuations of United States embassies and consulates involving the use of United States Armed Forces. Sec. 1091. Determination and disclosure of transportation costs incurred by Secretary of Defense for congressional trips outside the United States. Sec. 1092. Interagency Hostage Recovery Coordinator. Sec. 1093. Situations involving bombings of places of public use, Government facilities, public transportation systems, and infrastructure facilities. Sec. 1094. Sense of Congress regarding technical correction. Sec. 1095. Observance of Veterans Day. Sec. 1096. Business case analysis of decision to maintain C130J aircraft at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. Sec. 1097. Sense of Congress regarding cyber resiliency of National Guard networks and communications systems. Sec. 1098. Sense of congress on paid-for patriotism. Title XI—Civilian Personnel Matters Sec. 1101. One-year extension of temporary authority to grant allowances, benefits, and gratuities to civilian personnel on official duty in a combat zone. Sec. 1102. Authority to provide additional allowances and benefits for defense clandestine service employees. Sec. 1103. Extension of rate of overtime pay for Department of the Navy employees performing work aboard or dockside in support of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier forward deployed in Japan. Sec. 1104. Modification to temporary authorities for certain positions at Department of Defense research and engineering facilities. Sec. 1105. Preference eligibility for members of reserve components of the armed forces appointed to competitive service; clarification of appeal rights. Title XII—Matters relating to foreign nations Subtitle A—Assistance and training Sec. 1201. One-year extension of logistical support for coalition forces supporting certain United States military operations. Sec. 1202. Strategic framework for Department of Defense security cooperation. Sec. 1203. Modification and two-year extension of National Guard State Partnership Program. Sec. 1204. Extension of authority for non-reciprocal exchanges of defense personnel between the United States and foreign countries. Sec. 1205. Monitoring and evaluation of overseas humanitarian, disaster, and civic aid programs of the Department of Defense. Subtitle B—Matters relating to Afghanistan and Pakistan Sec. 1211. Commanders’ Emergency Response Program in Afghanistan. Sec. 1212. Extension and modification of authority for reimbursement of certain coalition nations for support provided to United States military operations. Sec. 1213. Sense of Congress on United States policy and strategy in Afghanistan. Sec. 1214. Extension of authority to acquire products and services produced in countries along a major route of supply to Afghanistan. Sec. 1215. Extension of authority to transfer defense articles and provide defense services to the military and security forces of Afghanistan. Sec. 1216. Assistance for Afghan translators, interpreters, and administrative aids. Sec. 1217. Report on efforts to engage United States manufacturers in procurement opportunities related to equipping the Afghan National Security Forces. Sec. 1218. Report on access to financial records of the Government of Afghanistan to audit the use of funds for assistance for Afghanistan. Sec. 1219. Sense of Congress relating to Dr. Shakil Afridi. Subtitle C—Matters relating to Syria and Iraq Sec. 1221. Extension of authority to support operations and activities of the Office of Security Cooperation in Iraq. Sec. 1222. Comprehensive strategy for the Middle East and to counter Islamic extremism. Sec. 1223. Modification of authority to provide assistance to counter the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. Sec. 1224. Report on United States Armed Forces deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve. Sec. 1225. Modification of authority to provide assistance to the vetted Syrian opposition. Sec. 1226. Assistance to the Government of Jordan for border security operations. Sec. 1227. Report on efforts of Turkey to fight terrorism. Sec. 1228. Report to assess the potential effectiveness of and requirements for the establishment of safe zones or a no-fly zone in Syria. Subtitle D—Matters relating to Iran Sec. 1231. Extension of annual report on military power of Iran. Sec. 1232. Sense of Congress on the Government of Iran’s nuclear program and its malign military activities. Sec. 1233. Report on military posture required in the Middle East to deter Iran from developing a nuclear weapon. Sec. 1234. Limitation on military-to-military exchanges and contacts with Iran. Sec. 1235. Security guarantees associated with Iran’s nuclear weapons program. Sec. 1236. Rule of construction. Subtitle E—Matters relating to the Russian Federation Sec. 1241. Notifications and updates relating to testing, production, deployment, and sale or transfer to other states or non-state actors of the Club-K cruise missile system by the Russian Federation. Sec. 1242. Notifications of deployment of nuclear weapons by Russian Federation to territory of Ukrainian Republic. Sec. 1243. Non-compliance by the Russian Federation with its obligations under the INF Treaty. Sec. 1244. Modification of notification and assessment of proposal to modify or introduce new aircraft or sensors for flight by the Russian Federation under Open Skies Treaty. Sec. 1245. Sense of Congress on support for Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Sec. 1246. Sense of Congress on support for Georgia. Sec. 1247. Prohibition on availability of funds relating to sovereignty of the Russian Federation over Crimea. Sec. 1248. Limitation on military contact and cooperation between the United States and the Russian Federation. Sec. 1249. Limitation on funds for implementation of the New START Treaty. Subtitle F—Matters relating to the Asia-Pacific region Sec. 1251. Sense of Congress recognizing the 70th anniversary of the end of Allied military engagement in the Pacific theater. Sec. 1252. Sense of Congress regarding consolidation of United States military facilities in Okinawa, Japan. Sec. 1253. Strategy to promote United States interests in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. Sec. 1254. Sense of Congress on the United States alliance with Japan. Sec. 1255. Sense of Congress on opportunities to enhance the United States alliance with the Republic of Korea. Sec. 1256. Requirement to submit Department of Defense policy regarding foreign disclosure or technology release of Aegis Ashore capability to allies. Sec. 1257. Requirement to invite the military forces of Taiwan to participate in RIMPAC Exercises. Subtitle G—Other matters Sec. 1261. Non-conventional assisted recovery capabilities. Sec. 1262. Amendment to the annual report under Arms Control and Disarmament Act. Sec. 1263. Permanent authority for NATO special operations headquarters. Sec. 1264. Extension of authorization to conduct activities to enhance the capability of foreign countries to respond to incidents involving weapons of mass destruction. Sec. 1265. Limitation on availability of funds for research, development, test, and evaluation, Air Force, for arms control implementation. Sec. 1266. Modification of authority for support of special operations to combat terrorism. Sec. 1267. United States-Israel anti-tunnel defense cooperation. Sec. 1268. Efforts of the Department of Defense to prevent and respond to gender-based violence globally. Sec. 1269. Combating crime through intelligence capabilities. Sec. 1270. Limitation on availability of funds to implement the Arms Trade Treaty. Sec. 1271. Assessment of the military capability of the Republic of Cyprus. Sec. 1272. Sense of congress on the defense relationship between the United States and the Republic of India. Sec. 1273. Sense of Congress on evacuation of United States citizens and nationals from Yemen. Sec. 1274. Report on impact of any significant reduction in United States troop levels or materiel in Europe on NATO’s ability to credibly address external threats to any NATO member State. Sec. 1275. Report on violence and cartel activity in Mexico. Sec. 1276. Report on actions to ensure Qatar is preventing terrorist leaders and financiers from operating in its country. Sec. 1277. United States support for Jordan. Sec. 1278. Report on United States efforts to combat Boko Haram and support regional allies and other partners. Sec. 1279. Sense of Congress on United States support for Tunisia. Sec. 1280. Sense of Congress on future of NATO and enlargement initiatives. Title XIII—Cooperative Threat Reduction Sec. 1301. Specification of Cooperative Threat Reduction funds. Sec. 1302. Funding allocations. Title XIV—Other Authorizations Subtitle A—Military Programs Sec. 1401. Working capital funds. Sec. 1402. National Defense Sealift Fund. Sec. 1403. Chemical Agents and Munitions Destruction, Defense. Sec. 1404. Drug Interdiction and Counter-Drug Activities, Defense-wide. Sec. 1405. Defense Inspector General. Sec. 1406. Defense Health Program. Sec. 1407. National Sea-Based Deterrence Fund. Subtitle B—National Defense Stockpile Sec. 1411. Extension of date for completion of destruction of existing stockpile of lethal chemical agents and munitions. Subtitle C—Working-Capital Funds Sec. 1421. Limitation on furlough of Department of Defense employees paid through working-capital funds. Sec. 1422. Working-capital fund reserve account for petroleum market price fluctuations. Subtitle D—Other Matters Sec. 1431. Authority for transfer of funds to Joint Department of Defense-Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Facility Demonstration Fund for Captain James A. Lovell Health Care Center, Illinois. Sec. 1432. Authorization of appropriations for Armed Forces Retirement Home. Title XV—Authorization of Additional Appropriations for Overseas Contingency Operations Subtitle A—Authorization of Appropriations Sec. 1501. Purpose. Sec. 1502. Procurement. Sec. 1503. Research, development, test, and evaluation. Sec. 1504. Operation and maintenance. Sec. 1505. Military personnel. Sec. 1506. Working capital funds. Sec. 1507. Drug Interdiction and Counter-Drug Activities, Defense-wide. Sec. 1508. Defense Inspector General. Sec. 1509. Defense Health program. Subtitle B—Financial Matters Sec. 1521. Treatment as additional authorizations. Sec. 1522. Special transfer authority. Subtitle C—European Reassurance Initiative and Related Matters Sec. 1531. Statement of policy regarding European Reassurance Initiative. Sec. 1532. Assistance and sustainment to the military and national security forces of Ukraine. Subtitle D—Limitations, Reports, and Other Matters Sec. 1541. Continuation of existing limitation on use of Afghanistan Security Forces Fund. Sec. 1542. Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Fund. Sec. 1543. Comptroller General report on use of funds provided for overseas contingency operations. Title XVI—Strategic Programs, Cyber, and Intelligence Matters Subtitle A—Space Activities Sec. 1601. Major force program and budget for national security space programs. Sec. 1602. Modification to development of space science and technology strategy. Sec. 1603. Rocket propulsion system development program. Sec. 1604. Modification to prohibition on contracting with Russian suppliers of rocket engines for the evolved expendable launch vehicle program. Sec. 1605. Delegation of authority regarding purchase of Global Positioning System user equipment. Sec. 1606. Acquisition strategy for evolved expendable launch vehicle program. Sec. 1607. Procurement of wideband satellite communications. Sec. 1608. Limitation on availability of funds for weather satellite follow-on system. Sec. 1609. Modification of pilot program for acquisition of commercial satellite communication services. Sec. 1610. Prohibition on reliance on China and Russia for space-based weather data. Sec. 1611. Evaluation of exploitation of space-based infrared system against additional threats. Sec. 1612. Plan on full integration and exploitation of overhead persistent infrared capability. Sec. 1613. Options for rapid space reconstitution. Sec. 1614. Sense of Congress on space defense. Sec. 1615. Sense of Congress on missile defense sensors in space. Subtitle B—Defense Intelligence and Intelligence-Related Activities Sec. 1621. Executive agent for open-source intelligence tools. Sec. 1622. Waiver and congressional notification requirements related to facilities for intelligence collection or for special operations abroad. Sec. 1623. Prohibition on National Intelligence Program consolidation. Sec. 1624. Limitation on availability of funds for Distributed Common Ground System of the Army. Sec. 1625. Limitation on availability of funds for Distributed Common Ground System of the United States Special Operations Command. Sec. 1626. Limitation on availability of funds for Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence. Sec. 1627. Clarification of annual briefing on the intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance requirements of the combatant commands. Sec. 1628. Department of Defense intelligence needs. Sec. 1629. Report on management of certain programs of Defense intelligence elements. Sec. 1630. Government Accountability Office review of intelligence input to the defense acquisition process. Subtitle C—Cyberspace-Related Matters Sec. 1641. Codification and addition of liability protections relating to reporting on cyber incidents or penetrations of networks and information systems of certain contractors. Subtitle D—Nuclear Forces Sec. 1651. Organization of nuclear deterrence functions of the Air Force. Sec. 1652. Assessment of threats to National Leadership Command, Control, and Communications System. Sec. 1653. Procurement authority for certain parts of intercontinental ballistic missile fuzes. Sec. 1654. Annual briefing on the costs of forward-deploying nuclear weapons in Europe. Sec. 1655. Sense of Congress on importance of cooperation and collaboration between United States and United Kingdom on nuclear issues. Sec. 1656. Sense of Congress on organization of Navy for nuclear deterrence mission. Sec. 1657. Prohibition on de-alerting intercontinental ballistic missiles. Sec. 1658. Sense of Congress on Plan for Implementation of Nuclear Enterprise Reviews. Sec. 1659. Report on the number of planned nuclear-armed cruise missiles. Subtitle E—Missile Defense Programs Sec. 1661. Prohibitions on providing certain missile defense information to Russian Federation. Sec. 1662. Prohibition on integration of missile defense systems of China into missile defense systems of United States. Sec. 1663. Prohibition on integration of missile defense systems of Russian Federation into missile defense systems of United States and NATO. Sec. 1664. Limitation on availability of funds for long-range discriminating radar. Sec. 1665. Limitations on availability of funds for Patriot lower tier air and missile defense capability of the Army. Sec. 1666. Integration and interoperability of air and missile defense capabilities of the United States. Sec. 1667. Integration of allied missile defense capabilities. Sec. 1668. Missile defense capability in Europe. Sec. 1669. Availability of funds for Iron Dome short-range rocket defense system. Sec. 1670. Israeli Cooperative Missile Defense Program co-development and potential co-production. Sec. 1671. Development and deployment of multiple-object kill vehicle for missile defense of the United States homeland. Sec. 1672. Boost phase defense system. Sec. 1673. East Coast homeport of sea-based X-band radar. Sec. 1674. Plan for medium range ballistic missile defense sensor alternatives for enhanced defense of Hawaii. Sec. 1675. Research and development of non-terrestrial missile defense layer. Sec. 1676. Aegis Ashore capability development. Sec. 1677. Briefings on procurement and planning of left-of-launch capability. Sec. 1678. Designation of preferred location of additional missile defense site in the United States. Sec. 1679. Report relating to the costs associated with extending the life of the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile. Division B—Military Construction Authorizations Sec. 2001. Short title. Sec. 2002. Expiration of authorizations and amounts required to be specified by law. Sec. 2003. Effective date. Title XXI—Army Military Construction Sec. 2101. Authorized Army construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2102. Family housing. Sec. 2103. Improvements to military family housing units. Sec. 2104. Authorization of appropriations, Army. Sec. 2105. Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2013 project. Sec. 2106. Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2012 projects. Sec. 2107. Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2013 projects. Sec. 2108. Additional authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2016 projects. Title XXII—Navy Military Construction Sec. 2201. Authorized Navy construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2202. Family housing. Sec. 2203. Improvements to military family housing units. Sec. 2204. Authorization of appropriations, Navy. Sec. 2205. Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2012 projects. Sec. 2206. Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2013 projects. Sec. 2207. Townsend Bombing Range expansion, phase 2. Title XXIII—Air Force Military Construction Sec. 2301. Authorized Air Force construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2302. Family housing. Sec. 2303. Improvements to military family housing units. Sec. 2304. Authorization of appropriations, Air Force. Sec. 2305. Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2010 project. Sec. 2306. Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2014 project. Sec. 2307. Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2015 project. Sec. 2308. Extension of authorization of certain fiscal year 2012 project. Sec. 2309. Extension of authorization of certain fiscal year 2013 project. Sec. 2310. Limitation on project authorization to carry out certain fiscal year 2016 project. Title XXIV—Defense Agencies Military Construction Sec. 2401. Authorized Defense Agencies construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2402. Authorized energy conservation projects. Sec. 2403. Authorization of appropriations, Defense Agencies. Sec. 2404. Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2012 project. Sec. 2405. Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2012 projects. Sec. 2406. Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2013 projects. Sec. 2407. Modification and extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2014 project. Title XXV—North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program Sec. 2501. Authorized NATO construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2502. Authorization of appropriations, NATO. Title XXVI—Guard and Reserve Forces Facilities Subtitle A—Project Authorizations and Authorization of Appropriations Sec. 2601. Authorized Army National Guard construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2602. Authorized Army Reserve construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2603. Authorized Navy Reserve and Marine Corps Reserve construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2604. Authorized Air National Guard construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2605. Authorized Air Force Reserve construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2606. Authorization of appropriations, National Guard and Reserve. Subtitle B—Other Matters Sec. 2611. Modification and extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2013 project. Sec. 2612. Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2012 projects. Sec. 2613. Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2013 projects. Title XXVII—Base Realignment and Closure Activities Sec. 2701. Authorization of appropriations for base realignment and closure activities funded through Department of Defense base closure account. Sec. 2702. Prohibition on conducting additional Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) round. Title XXVIII—Military Construction General Provisions Subtitle A—Military Construction Program and Military Family Housing Changes Sec. 2801. Revision of congressional notification thresholds for reserve facility expenditures and contributions to reflect congressional notification thresholds for minor construction and repair projects. Sec. 2802. Authority for acceptance and use of contributions from Kuwait for construction, maintenance, and repair projects mutually beneficial to the Department of Defense and Kuwait military forces. Sec. 2803. Defense laboratory modernization pilot program. Sec. 2804. Special authority for minor military construction projects for child development program facilities. Sec. 2805. Sense of Congress regarding base housing projects. Subtitle B—Real Property and Facilities Administration Sec. 2811. Enhancement of authority to accept conditional gifts of real property on behalf of military service academies. Sec. 2812. Consultation requirement in connection with Department of Defense major land acquisitions. Sec. 2813. Additional master plan reporting requirements related to main operating bases, forward operating sites, and cooperative security locations of Central Command and Africa Command Areas of Responsibility. Sec. 2814. Force-structure plan and infrastructure inventory and assessment of infrastructure necessary to support the force structure. Sec. 2815. Arsenal Installation Reutilization Authority. Subtitle C—Provisions Related to Asia-Pacific Military Realignment Sec. 2821. Restriction on development of public infrastructure in connection with realignment of Marine Corps forces in Asia-Pacific region. Sec. 2822. Annual report on Government of Japan contributions toward realignment of Marine Corps forces in Asia-Pacific region. Subtitle D—Land Conveyances Sec. 2831. Land exchange authority, Mare Island Army Reserve Center, Vallejo, California. Sec. 2832. Land exchange, Navy outlying landing field, Naval Air Station, Whiting Field, Florida. Sec. 2833. Release of property interests retained in connection with land conveyance, Fort Bliss Military Reservation, Texas. Sec. 2834. Release of property interests retained in connection with land conveyance, Camp Villere, Louisiana. Sec. 2835. Land conveyance, Campion Air Force Radar Station, Galena, Alaska. Subtitle E—Military Land Withdrawals Sec. 2841. Withdrawal and reservation of public land, Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, California. Sec. 2842. Bureau of Land Management withdrawn military lands efficiency and savings. Subtitle F—Military Memorials, Monuments, and Museums Sec. 2851. Renaming site of the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Ohio. Sec. 2852. Extension of authority for establishment of commemorative work in honor of Brigadier General Francis Marion. Sec. 2853. Amendments to the National Historic Preservation Act. Subtitle G—Other Matters Sec. 2861. Modification of Department of Defense guidance on use of airfield pavement markings. Sec. 2862. Protection and recovery of Greater Sage Grouse. Sec. 2863. Use of Military Operations Areas for national security activities. Sec. 2864. Renaming of the Captain William Wylie Galt Great Falls Armed Forces Readiness Center in honor of Captain John E. Moran, a recipient of the Medal of Honor. Sec. 2865. Implementation of lesser prairie-chicken range-wide conservation plan and other conservation measures. Sec. 2866. Removal of endangered species status for American burying beetle. Title XXIX—Overseas Contingency Operations Military Construction Sec. 2901. Authorized Army construction and land acquisition project. Sec. 2902. Authorized Navy construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2903. Authorized Air Force construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2904. Authorized Defense Agencies construction and land acquisition projects. Sec. 2905. Authorization of appropriations. Division C—DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY AUTHORIZATIONS AND OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS Title XXXI—DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS Subtitle A—National Security Programs Authorizations Sec. 3101. National Nuclear Security Administration. Sec. 3102. Defense environmental cleanup. Sec. 3103. Other defense activities. Sec. 3104. Nuclear energy. Subtitle B—Program Authorizations, Restrictions, and Limitations Sec. 3111. Authorized personnel levels of National Nuclear Security Administration. Sec. 3112. Full-time equivalent contractor personnel levels. Sec. 3113. Improvement to accountability of Department of Energy employees and projects. Sec. 3114. Cost-benefit analyses for competition of management and operating contracts. Sec. 3115. Nuclear weapon design responsiveness program. Sec. 3116. Disposition of weapons-usable plutonium. Sec. 3117. Prohibition on availability of funds for fixed site radiological portal monitors in foreign countries. Sec. 3118. Prohibition on availability of funds for provision of defense nuclear nonproliferation assistance to Russian Federation. Sec. 3119. Limitation on authorization of production of special nuclear material outside the United States by foreign country with nuclear naval propulsion program. Sec. 3120. Limitation on availability of funds for development of certain nuclear nonproliferation technologies. Sec. 3121. Limitation on availability of funds for unilateral disarmament. Sec. 3122. Use of best practices for capital asset projects and nuclear weapon life extension programs. Sec. 3123. Life extension programs covered by selected acquisition reports. Subtitle C—Plans and Reports Sec. 3131. Root cause analyses for certain cost overruns. Sec. 3132. Extension and modification of certain annual reports on nuclear nonproliferation. Sec. 3133. Governance and management of nuclear security enterprise. Sec. 3134. Assessments on nuclear proliferation risks and nuclear nonproliferation opportunities. Sec. 3135. Independent review of laboratory-directed research and development programs. Sec. 3136. Establishment of microlab pilot program. Subtitle D—Other matters Sec. 3141. Transfer, decontamination, and decommissioning of nonoperational facilities. Sec. 3142. Research and development of advanced naval nuclear fuel system based on low-enriched uranium. Sec. 3143. Plutonium pit production capacity. Sec. 3144. Analysis of alternatives for Mobile Guardian Transporter program. Sec. 3145. Development of strategy on risks to nonproliferation caused by additive manufacturing. Title XXXII—DEFENSE NUCLEAR FACILITIES SAFETY BOARD Sec. 3201. Authorization. Sec. 3202. Administration of Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board. Title XXXIV—NAVAL PETROLEUM RESERVES Sec. 3401. Authorization of appropriations. Title XXXV—Maritime Administration Sec. 3501. Authorization of appropriations for national security aspects of the Merchant Marine for fiscal year 2016. Sec. 3502. Sense of Congress regarding Maritime Security Fleet program. Sec. 3503. Update of references to the Secretary of Transportation regarding unemployment insurance and vessel operators. Sec. 3504. Reliance on classification society certification for purposes of eligibility for certificate of inspection. Sec. 3505. Payment for Maritime Security Fleet vessels. Sec. 3506. Melville Hall of United States Merchant Marine Academy. Division D—Funding Tables Sec. 4001. Authorization of amounts in funding tables. Title XLI—PROCUREMENT Sec. 4101. Procurement. Sec. 4102. Procurement for overseas contingency operations. Title XLII—RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION Sec. 4201. Research, development, test, and evaluation. Sec. 4202. Research, development, test, and evaluation for overseas contingency operations. Title XLIII—OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE Sec. 4301. Operation and maintenance. Sec. 4302. Operation and maintenance for overseas contingency operations. Sec. 4303. Operation and maintenance for overseas contingency operations for base requirements. Title XLIV—MILITARY PERSONNEL Sec. 4401. Military personnel. Sec. 4402. Military personnel for overseas contingency operations. Title XLV—OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS Sec. 4501. Other authorizations. Sec. 4502. Other authorizations for overseas contingency operations. Title XLVI—MILITARY CONSTRUCTION Sec. 4601. Military construction. Sec. 4602. Military construction for overseas contingency operations. Title XLVII—DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS Sec. 4701. Department of Energy national security programs.
3.
Congressional defense committees
In this Act, the term congressional defense committees has the meaning given that term in section 101(a)(16) of title 10, United States Code.
A
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE AUTHORIZATIONS
I
Procurement
A
Authorization of Appropriations
101.
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for procurement for the Army, the Navy and the Marine Corps, the Air Force, and Defense-wide activities, as specified in the funding table in section 4101.
B
Army Programs
111.
Limitation on availability of funds for AN/TPQ–53 radar systems
(a)
Limitation
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for AN/TPQ–53 radar systems, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or expended until a period of 30 days has elapsed following the date on which the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics submits to the congressional defense committees the review under subsection (b).
(b)
Review
The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics shall—
(1) review the appropriateness of the current delegation of milestone decision authority for the AN/TPQ–53 radar program to the Program Executive Officer for Missiles and Space; and
(2) submit to the congressional defense committees such review.
112.
Prioritization of upgraded UH–60 Blackhawk helicopters within Army National Guard
(a)
Prioritization of upgrades
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall issue guidance regarding the fielding of upgraded UH–60 Blackhawk helicopters to units of the Army National Guard. Such guidance shall prioritize for such fielding the units of the Army National Guard with assigned UH–60 helicopters that have the most flight hours and the highest annual usage rates within the UH–60 fleet of the Army National Guard, consistent with the force generation unit readiness requirements of the Army.
(b)
Report
Not later than 30 days after which the Chief of the National Guard Bureau issues the guidance under subsection (a), the Chief shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that details such guidance.
113.
Report on options to accelerate replacement of UH–60A Blackhawk helicopters of Army National Guard
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Secretary of the Army shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report containing detailed options for the potential acceleration of the replacement of all UH–60A helicopters of the Army National Guard by not later than September 30, 2020. The report shall include the following:
(1) The additional funding and quantities required, listed by each of fiscal years 2017 through 2020, for H–60M production, UH–60A-to-L RECAP, and UH–60L-to-V RECAP that is necessary to achieve such replacement of all UH–60A helicopters by September 30, 2020.
(2) Any industrial base limitations that may affect such acceleration, including with respect to the production schedules for the other variants of the UH–60 helicopter.
(3) The potential effects of such acceleration on the planned replacement of all UH–60A helicopters of the regular components of the Armed Forces by September 30, 2025.
(4) Identification of any additional funding or resources required to train members of the National Guard to operate and maintain UH–60M aircraft in order to achieve such replacement of all UH–60A helicopters by September 30, 2020.
(5) Any other matters the Secretary determines appropriate.
114.
Sense of Congress on tactical wheeled vehicle protection kits
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) Army personnel face an increasingly complex and evolving threat environment that requires advanced and effective technology to protect our soldiers while allowing them to effectively carry out their mission;
(2) the heavy tactical vehicle protection kits program provides the Army with improved and necessary ballistic protection for the heavy tactical vehicle fleet;
(3) a secure heavy tactical vehicle fleet provides the Army with greater logistical tractability and offers soldiers the necessary flexibility to tailor armor levels based on threat levels and mission requirements; and
(4) as Congress provides for a modern and secure Army, it is necessary to provide the appropriate funding levels to meet its tactical wheeled vehicle protection kits acquisition objectives.
C
Navy Programs
121.
Modification to multiyear procurement authority for Arleigh Burke class destroyers and associated systems
Section 123(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1655) is amended by inserting or Flight III after Flight IIA.
122.
Procurement authority for aircraft carrier programs
(a)
Procurement authority in support of construction of Ford class aircraft carriers
(1)
Authority for economic order quantity
The Secretary of the Navy may procure materiel and equipment in support of the construction of the Ford class aircraft carriers designated CVN–80 and CVN–81 in economic order quantities when cost savings are achievable.
(2)
Liability
Any contract entered into under paragraph (1) shall provide that any obligation of the United States to make a payment under the contract is subject to the availability of appropriations for that purpose, and that total liability to the Government for termination of any contract entered into shall be limited to the total amount of funding obligated at time of termination.
(b)
Refueling and complex overhaul of Nimitz class aircraft carriers
(1)
In general
The Secretary of the Navy may carry out the nuclear refueling and complex overhaul of each of the following Nimitz class aircraft carriers:
(A) U.S.S. George Washington (CVN–73).
(B) U.S.S. John C. Stennis (CVN–74).
(C) U.S.S. Harry S. Truman (CVN–75).
(D) U.S.S. Ronald Reagan (CVN–76).
(E) U.S.S. George H.W. Bush (CVN–77).
(2)
Use of incremental funding
With respect to any contract entered into under paragraph (1) for the nuclear refueling and complex overhaul of a Nimitz class aircraft carrier, the Secretary may use incremental funding for a period not to exceed six years after advance procurement funds for such nuclear refueling and complex overhaul effort are first obligated.
(3)
Condition for out-year contract payments
Any contract entered into under paragraph (1) shall provide that any obligation of the United States to make a payment under the contract for a fiscal year after fiscal year 2016 is subject to the availability of appropriations for that purpose for that later fiscal year.
D
Air Force Programs
131.
Limitation on availability of funds for executive communications upgrades for C–20 and C–37 aircraft
(a)
Limitation
Except as provided by subsection (b), none of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Air Force may be obligated or expended to upgrade the executive communications of C–20 and C–37 aircraft until the date on which the Secretary of the Air Force certifies in writing to the congressional defense committees that such upgrades do not—
(1) cause such aircraft to exceed any weight limitation; or
(2) reduce the operational capability of such aircraft.
(b)
Waiver
The Secretary may waive the limitation in subsection (a) if the Secretary—
(1) determines that such waiver is necessary for the national security interests of the United States; and
(2) notifies the congressional defense committees of such waiver.
132.
Backup inventory status of A–10 aircraft
(a)
Maximum number
In carrying out section 133(b)(2)(A) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3315), the Secretary of the Air Force may not move more than 18 A–10 aircraft in the active component to backup flying status pursuant to an authorization made by the Secretary of Defense under such section.
(b)
Conforming amendment
Such section 133(b)(2)(A) is amended by striking 36 and inserting 18.
133.
Prohibition on availability of funds for retirement of A–10 aircraft
(a)
Prohibition on availability of funds for retirement
Except as provided by section 132, none of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Air Force may be obligated or expended to retire, prepare to retire, or place in storage or on backup aircraft inventory status any A–10 aircraft.
(b)
Additional limitations on retirement
(1)
In general
Except as provided by section 132, and in addition to the limitation in subsection (a), during the period before December 31, 2016, the Secretary of the Air Force may not retire, prepare to retire, or place in storage or on backup flying status any A–10 aircraft.
(2)
Minimum inventory requirement
The Secretary of the Air Force shall ensure the Air Force maintains a minimum of 171 A–10 aircraft designated as primary mission aircraft inventory.
(c)
Prohibition on availability of funds for significant reductions in manning levels
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Air Force may be obligated or expended to make significant reductions to manning levels with respect to any A–10 aircraft squadrons or divisions.
(d)
Additional limitation on significant reductions in manning levels
In addition to the limitation in subsection (c), during the period before December 31, 2016, the Secretary of the Air Force may not make significant reductions to manning levels with respect to any A–10 aircraft squadrons or divisions.
(e)
Study on replacement capability requirements or mission platform for the A–10 aircraft
(1)
Independent assessment required
(A)
In general
The Secretary of the Air Force shall commission an appropriate entity outside the Department of Defense to conduct an assessment of the required capabilities or mission platform to replace the A–10 aircraft. This assessment would represent preparatory work to inform an analysis of alternatives.
(B)
Elements
The assessment required under subparagraph (A) shall include each of the following:
(i) Future needs analysis for the current A–10 aircraft mission set to include troops-in-contact/close air support, air interdiction, strike control and reconnaissance, and combat search and rescue support in both contested and uncontested battle environments. At a minimum, the needs analysis should specifically address the following areas:
(I) The ability to safely and effectively conduct troops-in-contact/danger close missions or missions in close proximity to civilians in the presence of the air defenses found with enemy ground maneuver units.
(II) The ability to effectively target and destroy moving, camouflaged, or dug-in troops, and artillery.
(III) The ability to engage, target, and destroy tanks and armored personnel carriers, including with respect to the carrying capacity of armor-piercing weaponry, including mounted cannons and missiles.
(IV) The ability to remain within visual range of friendly forces and targets to facilitate responsiveness to ground forces and minimize re-attack times.
(V) The ability to safely conduct close air support beneath low cloud ceilings and in reduced visibilities at low airspeeds in the presence of the air defenses found with enemy ground maneuver units.
(VI) The ability of the pilot and aircraft to survive direct hits from small arms, machine guns, MANPADs, and lower caliber anti-aircraft artillery organic or attached to enemy ground forces and maneuver units.
(VII) The ability to communicate effectively with ground forces and downed pilots, including in communications jamming or satellite-denied environments.
(VIII) The ability to execute the missions described in subclauses (I), (II), (III), and (IV) in a GPS- or satellite-denied environment with or without sensors.
(IX) The ability to deliver multiple lethal firing passes and sustain long loiter endurance to support friendly forces throughout extended ground engagements.
(X) The ability to operate from unprepared dirt, grass, and narrow road runways and to generate high sortie rates under these austere conditions.
(ii) Identification and assessment of gaps in the ability of existing and programmed mission platforms in providing required capabilities to conduct missions specified in clause (i) in both contested and uncontested battle environments.
(iii) Assessment of operational effectiveness of existing and programmed mission platforms to conduct missions specified in clause (i) in both contested and uncontested battle environments.
(iv) Assessment of probability of likelihood of conducting missions requiring troops-in-contact/close air support operations specified in clause (i) in contested environments as compared to uncontested environments.
(v) Any other matters the independent entity or the Secretary of the Air Force determines to be appropriate.
(2)
Report
(A)
In general
Not later than September 30, 2016, the Secretary of the Air Force shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that includes the assessment required under paragraph (1).
(B)
Form
The report required under subparagraph (A) may be submitted in classified form, but shall also contain an unclassified executive summary and may contain an unclassified annex.
(3)
Nonduplication of effort
If any information required under paragraph (1) has been included in another report or notification previously submitted to Congress by law, the Secretary of the Air Force may provide a list of such reports and notifications at the time of submitting the report required under paragraph (2) in lieu of including such information in the report required under paragraph (2).
134.
Prohibition on retirement of EC–130H aircraft
(a)
Prohibition on availability of funds for retirement
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Air Force may be obligated or expended to retire, prepare to retire, or place in storage or on backup aircraft inventory status any EC–130H aircraft.
(b)
Additional limitation on retirement
In addition to the limitation in subsection (a), the Secretary of the Air Force may not retire, prepare to retire, or place in storage or on backup flying status any EC–130H aircraft until a period of 60 days has elapsed following the date on which the Secretary submits the report under subsection (c)(3)(A).
(c)
Study on replacement capability requirements or mission platform for the EC–130H aircraft
(1)
In general
The Secretary of the Air Force shall commission an assessment of the required capabilities or mission platform to replace the EC–130H aircraft. This assessment would represent preparatory work to inform an analysis of alternatives.
(2)
Elements
The assessment required under paragraph (1) shall include each of the following:
(A) Future needs analysis for the current EC–130H aircraft electronic warfare mission set to include suppression of sophisticated enemy air defense systems, advanced radar jamming, avoiding radar detection, communications, sensing, satellite navigation, command and control, and battlefield awareness.
(B) A review of operating concepts for airborne electronic attack.
(C) An assessment of upgrades to the electronic warfare systems of EC–130H aircraft, the costs of such upgrades, and expected upgrades through 2025, and the expected service life of EC–130H aircraft.
(D) A review of the global proliferation of more sophisticated air defenses and advanced commercial digital electronic devices which counter the airborne electronic attack capabilities of the United States by state and non-state actors.
(E) An assessment of the ability of the current EC–130H fleet to meet to meet tasking requirements of the combatant commanders.
(F) Any other matters the Secretary determines appropriate.
(3)
Report
(A)
In general
Not later than September 30, 2016, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that includes the assessments required under subparagraph (1).
(B)
Form
The report under subparagraph (A) may be submitted in classified form, but shall also contain an unclassified executive summary and may contain an unclassified annex.
(4)
Nonduplication of effort
If any information required under paragraph (1) has been included in another report or notification previously submitted to the congressional defense committees by law, the Secretary of the Air Force may provide a list of such reports and notifications at the time of submitting the report required under paragraph (1) instead of including such information in such report.
135.
Limitation on availability of funds for divestment or transfer of KC–10 aircraft
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Air Force may be obligated or expended during such fiscal year to divest or transfer, or prepare to divest or transfer, KC–10 aircraft.
136.
Sense of Congress regarding the OCONUS basing of the F–35A aircraft
(a)
Findings
Congress makes the following findings:
(1) The Department of Defense is continuing its process of permanently stationing the F–35 aircraft at installations in the Continental United States (in this section referred to as CONUS) and forward-basing Outside the Continental United States (in this section referred to as OCONUS).
(2) The Secretary of the Air Force has, from a list of bases which included two United States candidate bases in Alaska and three foreign OCONUS candidate bases, selected Eielson Air Force Base as the preferred alternative for two of Pacific Air Force's F–35A Lightning II squadrons in Alaska.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that the Secretary of the Air Force, in the strategic basing process for the F–35A aircraft, should continue to place emphasis on the benefits derived from sites that—
(1) are capable of hosting fighter-based bilateral and multilateral training opportunities with international partners;
(2) have sufficient airspace and range capabilities and capacity to meet the training requirements;
(3) have existing facilities to support personnel, operations, and logistics associated with the flying mission;
(4) have limited encroachment that would adversely impact training or operations; and
(5) minimize the overall construction and operational costs.
E
Defense-wide, Joint, and Multiservice Matters
141.
Limitation on availability of funds for Joint Battle Command–Platform
(a)
Limitation
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for joint battle command–platform equipment, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or expended until a period of 30 days has elapsed following the date on which the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics submits to the congressional defense committees the report under subsection (b).
(b)
Report
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that provides a detailed test and evaluation plan to address the effectiveness, suitability, and survivability shortfalls of the joint battle command–platform identified by the Director of Operational Test and Evaluation in the fiscal year 2014 report of the Director submitted to Congress.
142.
Strategy for replacement of A/MH–6 Mission Enhanced Little Bird aircraft to meet special operations requirements
(a)
Strategy
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a strategy for replacing A/MH–6 Mission Enhanced Little Bird aircraft to meet the rotary-wing, light attack, reconnaissance requirements particular to special operations.
(b)
Elements
The strategy under subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) An updated schedule and display of programmed A/MH–6 Block 3.0 modernization and upgrades, showing usable life of the fleet, and the anticipated service life extensions of all A/MH–6 platforms.
(2) A description of current and future rotary-wing, light attack, reconnaissance requirements and platforms particular to special operations, including key performance parameters of future platforms.
(3) The feasibility of military department-common platforms satisfying future rotary-wing, light attack, reconnaissance requirements particular to special operations.
(4) The feasibility of commercially available platforms satisfying future rotary-wing, light attack, reconnaissance requirements particular to special operations.
(5) The anticipated funding requirements for the special operation forces major force program for the development and procurement of an A/MH–6 replacement platform if military department-common platforms described in paragraph (3) are not available or if commercially available platforms described in paragraph (4) are leveraged.
(6) Any other matters the Secretary considers appropriate.
143.
Independent assessment of United States Combat Logistic Force requirements
(a)
Assessment required
(1)
In general
The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center with appropriate expertise and analytical capability to conduct an assessment of the anticipated future demands of the combat logistics force ships of the Navy and the challenges such ships may face when conducting and supporting future naval operations in contested maritime environments.
(2)
Elements
The assessment under paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) An assessment of the programmed ability of the United States Combat Logistic Force to support the Navy and the naval forces of allies of the United States that are operating in a dispersed manner and not concentrated in carrier or expeditionary strike groups, in accordance with the concept of distributed lethality of the Navy.
(B) An assessment of the programmed ability of the United States Combat Logistic Force to support the Navy and the naval forces of allies of the United States that are engaged in major combat operations against an adversary possessing maritime anti-access and area-denial capabilities, including anti-ship ballistic and cruise missiles, land-based maritime strike aircraft, submarines, and sea mines.
(C) An assessment of the programmed ability of the United States Combat Logistic Force to support distributed and expeditionary air operations from an expanded set of alternative and austere air bases in accordance with concepts under development by the Air Force and the Marine Corps.
(D) An assessment of gaps and deficiencies in the capability and capacity of the United States Combat Logistic Force to conduct and support operations of the United States and allies under the conditions described in subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C).
(E) Recommendations for adjustments to the programmed ability of the United States Combat Logistic Force to address capability and capacity gaps and deficiencies described in subparagraph (D).
(F) Any other matters the federally funded research and development center considers appropriate.
(b)
Report required
(1)
In general
Not later than April 1, 2016, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that includes the assessment under subsection (a) and any other matters the Secretary considers appropriate.
(2)
Form
The report required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
(c)
Support
The Secretary of Defense shall provide the federally funded research and development center that conducts the assessment under subsection (a) with timely access to appropriate information, data, resources, and analyses necessary for the center to conduct such assessment thoroughly and independently.
144.
Report on use of different types of enhanced 5.56 mm ammunition by the Army and the Marine Corps
(a)
Report
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the use in combat of two different types of enhanced 5.56 mm ammunition by the Army and the Marine Corps.
(b)
Elements
The report under subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) An explanation of the reasons for the Army and the Marine Corps to use in combat two different types of enhanced 5.56 mm ammunition.
(2) An explanation of the appropriateness, effectiveness, and suitability issues that may arise from the use of such different types of ammunition.
(3) An explanation of any additional costs that have resulted from the use of such different types of ammunition.
(4) An explanation of any future plans of the Army or the Marine Corps to eventually transition to using in combat one standard type of enhanced 5.56 mm ammunition.
(5) If there are no plans described in paragraph (4), an analysis of the potential benefits of a transition described in such paragraph, including the timeline for such a transition to occur.
(6) Any other matters the Secretary determines appropriate.
II
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION
A
Authorization of Appropriations
201.
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the use of the Department of Defense for research, development, test, and evaluation as specified in the funding table in section 4201.
B
Program Requirements, Restrictions, and Limitations
211.
Extension of defense research and development rapid innovation program
Subsection (d) of section 1073 of the Ike Skeleton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (10 U.S.C. 2359 note) is amended by striking through 2015 and inserting through 2020.
212.
Limitation on availability of funds for medical countermeasures program
(a)
Limitation
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for research, development, test, and evaluation, Defense-wide, for advanced development and manufacturing activities under the medical countermeasure program, not more than 50 percent may be obligated or expended until 45 days after the date on which the Secretary of Defense submits to the congressional defense committees the report under subsection (b).
(b)
Report
The Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the advanced development and manufacturing activities under the medical countermeasure program that includes the following:
(1) An overall description of the program, including validated Department of Defense requirements.
(2) Program goals, proposed metrics of performance, and anticipated procurement and operations and maintenance costs during the period covered by the current future years defense program under section 221 of title 10, United States Code.
(3) The results of any analysis of alternatives and efficiency reviews conducted by the Secretary that justifies the manufacturing and privately financed construction of an advanced manufacturing and development facility rather than using other programs and facilities of the Federal Government or industry facilities for advanced development and manufacturing of medical countermeasures.
(4) An independent cost-benefit analysis that justifies the manufacturing and privately financed construction of an advanced manufacturing and development facility described in paragraph (3).
(5) If no independent cost-benefit analysis makes the justification described in paragraph (4), an explanation for why such manufacturing and privately financed construction cannot be so justified.
(6) Any other matters the Secretary of Defense determines appropriate.
(c)
Comptroller General review
Not later than 60 days after the date on which the Secretary submits the report under subsection (b), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the congressional defense committees a review of such report.
213.
Limitation on availability of funds for F–15 infrared search and track capability development
(a)
Limitation
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for research, development, test, and evaluation, Air Force, for F–15 infrared search and track capability, not more than 50 percent may be obligated or expended until a period of 30 days has elapsed following the date on which the Secretary of Defense submits to the congressional defense committees the report under subsection (b).
(b)
Report
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the requirements and cost estimates for the development and procurement of infrared search and track capability for F/A–18 and F–15 aircraft of the Navy and the Air Force. The report shall include the following:
(1) A comparison of the requirements between the F/A–18 and F–15 aircraft infrared search and track development efforts of the Navy and the Air Force.
(2) An explanation of any differences between the F/A–18 and F–15 aircraft infrared search and track capability development efforts of the Navy and the Air Force.
(3) A summary of the schedules and required funding to develop and field such capability.
(4) An explanation of any need for the Navy and the Air Force to field different F/A–18 and F–15 aircraft infrared search and track systems.
(5) Any other matters the Secretary determines appropriate.
214.
Independent assessment of F135 engine program
(a)
Assessment
The Secretary of Defense shall seek to enter into a contract with a federally funded research and development center to conduct an assessment of the F135 engine program.
(b)
Elements
The assessment under subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) An assessment of the reliability, growth, and cost reduction efforts with respect to the F135 engine program, including—
(A) a detailed description of the reliability and cost history of the engine;
(B) the identification of key reliability and cost challenges to the program as of the date of the assessment; and
(C) the identification of any potential options for addressing such challenges.
(2) In accordance with subsection (c), a thorough assessment of the incident on June 23, 2014, consisting of an F135 engine failure and subsequent fire, including—
(A) the identification and definition of the root cause of the incident;
(B) the identification of potential actions or design changes needed to address such root cause; and
(C) the associated cost, schedule, and performance implications of such incident to both the F135 engine program and the F–35 Joint Strike Fighter program.
(c)
Conduct of assessment
The federally funded research and development center selected to conduct the assessment under subsection (a) shall carry out subsection (b)(2) by analyzing data collected by the F–35 Joint Program Office, other elements of the Federal Government, or contractors. Nothing in this section may be construed as affecting the plans of the Secretary to dispose of the aircraft involved in the incident described in such subsection (b)(2).
(d)
Report
Not later than March 15, 2016, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report containing the assessment conducted under subsection (a).
C
Other Matters
221.
Expansion of education partnerships to support technology transfer and transition
Section 2194(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after mathematics, the following: technology transfer or transition,.
222.
Strategies for engagement with historically black colleges and universities and minority-serving institutions of higher education
(a)
Military departments
(1)
Strategy
The Secretaries of the military departments shall each develop a strategy for how to engage with and support the development of scientific, technical, engineering, and mathematics capabilities of covered educational institutions in carrying out section 2362 of title 10, United States Code.
(2)
Elements
Each strategy under paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) Goals and vision for maintaining a credible and sustainable program relating to the engagement and support under the strategy.
(B) Metrics to enhance scientific, technical, engineering, and mathematics capabilities at covered educational institutions, including with respect to measuring progress towards increasing the success of such institutions to compete for broader research funding sources other than set-aside funds.
(C) Promotion of mentoring opportunities between covered educational institutions and other research institutions.
(D) Regular assessment of activities that are used to develop, maintain, and grow scientific, technical, engineering, and mathematics capabilities.
(E) Inclusion of faculty of covered educational institutions into program reviews, peer reviews, and other similar activities.
(F) Targeting of undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students at covered educational institutions for inclusion into research or internship opportunities within the military department.
(b)
Office of the Secretary
The Secretary of Defense shall develop and implement a strategy for how to engage with and support the development of scientific, technical, engineering, and mathematics capabilities of covered educational institutions pursuant to the strategies developed under subsection (a).
(c) In implementing the requirements of this section, the Secretary of Defense may seek information from the directorates of the Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation program (LSAMP) and Historically Black Colleges and Universities Undergraduate Program (HBCU-UP) of the National Science Foundation; the American Association for the Advancement of Science; the Emerging Researchers National Conference in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the University of Florida Institute for African-American Mentoring in Computing Sciences (iAAMCS); the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities; the National Indian Education Association; and such other institutions, organizations, or associations as the Secretary deems useful.
(d)
Submission
(1)
Military departments
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretaries of the military departments shall each submit to the congressional defense committees the strategy developed by the Secretary under subsection (a)(1).
(2)
Office of the Secretary
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees the strategy developed under subsection (b).
(e)
Covered institution defined
In this section, the term covered educational institution has the meaning given that term in section 2362(e) of title 10, United States Code.
223.
Plan for advanced weapons technology war games
(a)
Plan required
The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, shall develop a plan for integrating advanced weapons technologies into exercises carried out individually and jointly by the military departments to improve the development and experimentation of various concepts for employment by the Armed Forces.
(b)
Elements
The plan under subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) Identification of specific exercises to be carried out individually or jointly by the military departments under the plan.
(2) Identification of emerging advanced weapons technologies based on joint and individual recommendations of the military departments, including with respect to directed-energy weapons, hypersonic strike systems, autonomous systems, or other technologies as determined by the Secretary.
(3) A schedule for integrating either prototype capabilities or table-top exercises into relevant exercises.
(4) A method for capturing lessons learned and providing feedback both to the developers of the advanced weapons technology and the military departments.
(c)
Submission
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees the plan under subsection (a).
224.
Comptroller General Review of autonomic logistics information system for F–35 Lightening II aircraft
(a)
Report
Not later than April 1, 2016, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the autonomic logistics information system for the F–35 Lightening II aircraft program.
(b)
Elements
The report under subsection (a) shall include, at a minimum, the following:
(1) The fielding status, in terms of units equipped with various software and hardware configurations, for the autonomic logistics information system element of the F–35 Lightening II aircraft program, as of the date of the report.
(2) The development schedule for upgrades to the autonomic logistics information system, and an assessment of the ability of the F–35 Lightening II aircraft program to maintain such schedule.
(3) The views of maintenance personnel and other personnel involved in operating and maintaining F–35 Lightening II aircraft in testing and operational units.
(4) The effect of the autonomic logistics information system program on the operational availability of the F–35 Lightening II aircraft program.
(5) Improvements, if any, regarding the time required for maintenance personnel to input data and use the autonomic logistics information system.
(6) The ability of the autonomic logistics information system to be deployed on both ships and to forward land-based locations, including any limitations of such a deployable version.
(7) The cost estimates for development and fielding of the autonomic logistics information system program and an assessment of the capability of the program to address performance problems within the planned resources.
(8) Other matters regarding the autonomic logistics information system that the Comptroller General determines of critical importance to the long-term viability of the system.
225.
Briefing on shallow water combat submersible program
(a)
In general
Not later than the first article delivery date of the shallow water combat submersible program of the United States Special Operations Command, the Secretary of Defense shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on such program.
(b)
Elements
The briefing required under subsection (a) shall include the following elements:
(1) An updated acquisition strategy, schedule, and costs for the shallow water combat submersible program.
(2) Major milestones for the program during the period beginning with the delivery of additional articles and ending on the full operational capability date.
(3) Performance of contractors and subcontractors under the program.
(4) Integration with dry deck shelter and other diving technologies.
(5) Any other element the Secretary or the Commander of the United States Special Operations Command determine appropriate.
226.
Report on graduate fellowships in support of science, mathematics, and engineering education
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on—
(1) the number of individuals from racial or ethnic minority groups, women, and disabled individuals who have participated in the graduate fellowship program under section 2191 of title 10, United States Code, over the ten-year period preceding the date of the report;
(2) barriers encountered in recruiting individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups, women, and disabled individuals to participate in such programs; and
(3) recommended policy changes to increase such participation.
227.
Sense of Congress Regarding FFRDC Facilitation of a High Quality Technical Workforce
(a)
Findings
Congress makes the following findings:
(1) The quality of the United States’ future scientific and technical workforce is a matter of national security concern.
(2) Department of Defense support for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education programs facilitates the training of a future scientific and technical workforce that will contribute significantly to Department of Defense research, development, test, and evaluation functions, and the readiness of the future force.
(3) Federally Funded Research and Development Centers sponsored by the Department of Defense employ a highly skilled workforce that is qualified to support science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education initiatives, including through meaningful volunteer opportunities in primary and secondary educational settings, and through cooperative relationships and arrangements with private sector organizations and State and local governments, to facilitate the training of a future scientific and technical workforce.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the Sense of Congress that the Department of Defense should explore using existing authorities for promoting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics programs, such as section 233 of the Carl Levin and Howard P. “Buck” McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291), to allow Federally Funded Research and Development Centers to help facilitate and shape a high quality scientific and technical future workforce that can support Department of Defense needs.
228.
Funding for MV–22A digital interoperability program
(a)
Increase
Notwithstanding the amounts set forth in the funding tables in division D—
(1) the amount authorized to be appropriated in section 101 for aircraft procurement, Navy, for the V–22, line 059, as specified in the corresponding funding table in section 4101, for the digital interoperability program is hereby increased by $64,300,000; and
(2) the amount authorized to be appropriated in section 201 for research, development, test, and evaluation, Navy, for the V–22A, line 099, as specified in the corresponding funding table in section 4201, for the digital interoperability program is hereby increased by $10,700,000.
(b)
Offset
Notwithstanding the amounts set forth in the funding tables in division D, the amounts authorized to be appropriated in section 101 for aircraft procurement, Navy, for spares and repair parts, line 063, as specified in the corresponding funding table in section 4101, is hereby reduced by $75,000,000.
229.
Commercial-off-the-shelf wide-area surveillance systems for Army tactical unmanned aerial systems
(a)
Sense of congress
Congress finds that—
(1) unmanned aerial systems provide the military services with high-endurance, wide-area surveillance;
(2) wide-area surveillance has proven to be a significant force multiplier for intelligence gathering and dismounted infantry operations;
(3) currently fielded wide-area surveillance sensors are too heavy to be incorporated into tactical unmanned aerial systems; and
(4) the growing commercial market for unmanned aerial systems with full-motion video sensors may offer a commercial-off-the-shelf solution suitable for use on the military services’ tactical unmanned aerial systems.
(b)
Report
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Army shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that contains the findings of a market survey and flight assessment of commercial-off-the-shelf wide-area surveillance sensors suitable for insertion into Army tactical unmanned aerial systems.
(c)
Elements
The market survey and flight assessment required by subsection (b) shall include—
(1) specific details regarding the capabilities of current and commercial-off-the-shelf wide-area surveillance sensors utilized on the Army unmanned aerial systems, including—
(A) daytime and nighttime monitoring coverage;
(B) video resolution outputs;
(C) bandwidth requirements;
(D) activity-based intelligence and forensic capabilities;
(E) simultaneous region of interest monitoring capability;
(F) interoperability with other sensors and subsystems currently utilized on Army tactical unmanned aerial systems;
(G) sensor weight;
(H) sensor cost; and
(I) any other factors the Secretary deems relevant;
(2) an assessment of the impact on Army tactical unmanned aerial systems due to the insertion of commercial-off-the-shelf wide-area surveillance sensors; and
(3) recommendations to upgrade or enhance the wide-area surveillance sensors of Army tactical unmanned aerial systems, as deemed appropriate by the Secretary.
(d)
Form
The report required under subsection (b) may contain a classified annex.
(e)
Definition
In this section, the term Army tactical unmanned aerial systems includes, at minimum, the MQ–1C Grey Eagle, the MQ–1 Predator, and the MQ–9 Reaper.
230.
Report on Tactical Combat Training System Increment II
(a)
Report to Congress
Not later than January 29, 2016, the Secretary of Navy and the Secretary of the Air Force shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the baseline and alternatives to the Navy’s Tactical Air Combat Training System (TCTS) Increment II.
(b)
Contents
The report required by subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) An explanation of the rationale for a new start TCTS II program as compared to an incremental upgrade to the existing TCTS system.
(2) An estimate of total cost to develop, procure, and replace the existing Department of the Navy TCTS architecture with an encrypted TCTS II compared to upgrades to existing TCTS.
(3) A cost estimate and schedule comparison of achieving encryption requirements into the existing TCTS program as compared to TCTS II.
(4) A review of joint Department of the Air Force and the Department of the Navy investment in live-virtual-constructive advanced air combat training and planned timeline for inclusion into TCTS II architecture.
(5) A cost estimate to integrate F-35 aircraft with TCTS II and achieve interoperability between the Department of the Navy and Department of the Air Force.
(6) A cost estimate for coalition partners to achieve TCTS II interoperability within the Department of Defense.
(7) An assessment of risks posed by non-interoperable TCTS systems within the Department of the Navy and the Department of the Air Force.
(8) An explanation of the acquisition strategy for the TCTS program.
(9) An explanation of key performance parameters for the TCTS II program.
(10) Any other information the Secretary of the Navy and Secretary of the Air Force determine is appropriate to include.
(c)
Limitation
The Secretary of the Navy shall not proceed with the approval or designation of a contract award for TCTS II until 15 days after the date of the submittal of the report required by subsection (a).
231.
Improvement to coordination and communication of defense research activities
(a)
In general
Section 2364 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (a) and inserting the following new subsection:
(a)
Coordination of Department of Defense Research, Development, and Technological Data
The Secretary of Defense shall promote, monitor, and evaluate programs for the communication and exchange of research, development, and technological data—
(1) among the Defense research facilities, combatant commands, and other organizations that are involved in developing for the Department of Defense the technological requirements for new items for use by combat forces;
(2) among Defense research facilities and other offices, agencies, and bureaus in the Department that are engaged in related technological matters;
(3) among other research facilities and other departments or agencies of the Federal Government that are engaged in research, development, and technological matters;
(4) among private commercial, research institution, and university entities engaged in research, development, and technological matters potentially relevant to defense on a voluntary basis; and
(5) to the extent practicable, to achieve full awareness of scientific and technological advancement and innovation wherever it may occur, whether funded by the Department of Defense, another element of the Federal Government, or other entities.
;
(2) in subsection (b), by striking paragraph (3) and inserting the following new paragraph:
(3) that the managers of such facilities have broad latitude to choose research and development projects based on awareness of activities throughout the technology domain, including within the Federal Government, the Department of Defense, public and private research institutions and universities, and the global commercial marketplace;
; and
(3) in the section heading, by inserting and technology domain awareness after activities.
(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 139 of such title is amended by striking the item relating to section 2364 and inserting the following:
2364. Coordination and communication of defense research activities and technology domain awareness.
.
III
Operation and Maintenance
A
Authorization of Appropriations
301.
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the use of the Armed Forces and other activities and agencies of the Department of Defense for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for operation and maintenance, as specified in the funding table in section 4301.
302.
Additional authorization of appropriations for the Office of Economic Adjustment
(a)
Authorization of appropriations
There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Defense an additional $25,000,000 for the Office of Economic Adjustment to be available, until expended and notwithstanding any other provision of law, for transportation infrastructure improvements associated with congestion mitigation in urban areas related to recommendations of the 2005 Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission.
(b)
Funding offset
Notwithstanding the amounts set forth in the funding tables in division D, the amounts specified in the funding table in section 4301 of division D, relating to Operation and Maintenance, are each hereby reduced by $5,000,000 (for a total of $25,000,000), as follows:
(1) Army, Line 540.
(2) Navy, Line 720.
(3) Marine Corps, Line 210.
(4) Air Force, Line 470.
(5) Defense-wide, Line 340.
B
Energy and Environment
311.
Limitation on procurement of drop-in fuels
(a)
In general
Subchapter II of chapter 173 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
2922h.
Limitation on procurement of drop-in fuels
(a)
Limitation
Except as provided in subsection (b), the Secretary of Defense may not make a bulk purchase of a drop-in fuel for operational purposes unless the fully burdened cost of that drop-in fuel is cost-competitive with the fully burdened cost of a traditional fuel available for the same purpose.
(b)
Waiver
(1) Subject to the requirements of paragraph (2), the Secretary of Defense may waive the limitation under subsection (a) with respect to a purchase.
(2) Not later than 30 days after issuing a waiver under this subsection, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees notice of the waiver. Any such notice shall include each of the following:
(A) The rationale of the Secretary for issuing the waiver.
(B) A certification that the waiver is in the national security interest of the United States.
(C) The expected fully burdened cost of the purchase for which the waiver is issued.
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term drop-in fuel means a neat or blended liquid hydrocarbon fuel designed as a direct replacement for a traditional fuel with comparable performance characteristics and compatible with existing infrastructure and equipment.
(2) The term traditional fuel means a liquid hydrocarbon fuel derived or refined from petroleum.
(3) The term operational purposes—
(A) means for the purposes of conducting military operations, including training, exercises, large scale demonstrations, and moving and sustaining military forces and military platforms; and
(B) does not include research, development, testing, evaluation, fuel certification, or other demonstrations.
(4) The term fully burdened cost means the commodity price of the fuel plus the total cost of all personnel and assets required to move and, when necessary, protect the fuel from the point at which the fuel is received from the commercial supplier to the point of use.
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such subchapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2922g the following new item:
2922h. Limitation on procurement of drop-in fuels.
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312.
Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas
(a)
Establishment of the Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas
Chapter 631 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
7235.
Establishment of the Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas
(a)
Establishment
The Secretary of the Navy shall establish areas, to be known as Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas, for national defense purposes. Such areas shall include each of the following:
(1) The area that includes Naval Base Ventura County, San Nicolas Island, and Begg Rock and the adjacent and surrounding waters within the following coordinates: N. Latitude/W. Longitude 33°27.8′/119°34.3′ 33°20.5′/119°15.5′ 33°13.5′/119°11.8′ 33°06.5′/119°15.3′ 33°02.8′/119°26.8′ 33°08.8′/119°46.3′ 33°17.2′/119°56.9′ 33°30.9′/119°54.2′.
(2) The area that includes Naval Base Coronado, San Clemente Island and the adjacent and surrounding waters running parallel to shore to 3 nautical miles from the high tide line designated by part 165 of title 33, Code of Federal Regulations, on May 20, 2010, as the San Clemente Island 3NM Safety Zone.
(b)
Activities within the Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas
(1)
Incidental takings under Endangered Species Act of 1973
Sections 4 and 9 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1533, 1538) shall not apply with respect to the incidental taking of any southern sea otter in the Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas in the course of conducting a military readiness activity.
(2)
Incidental takings under Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972
Sections 101 and 102 of the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1371, 1372) shall not apply with respect to the incidental taking of any southern sea otter in the Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas in the course of conducting a military readiness activity.
(3)
Treatment as species proposed to be listed
For purposes of conducting a military readiness activity, any southern sea otter while within the Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas shall be treated for the purposes of section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1536) as a member of a species that is proposed to be listed as an endangered species or a threatened species under section 4 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1533).
(c)
Removal
Nothing in this section or any other Federal law shall be construed to require that any southern sea otter located within the Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas be removed from the Areas.
(d)
Revision or termination of exceptions
The Secretary of the Interior may revise or terminate the application of subsection (b) if the Secretary of the Interior, in consultation with the Secretary of the Navy, determines that military activities occurring in the Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas are impeding the southern sea otter conservation or the return of southern sea otters to optimum sustainable population levels.
(e)
Monitoring
(1)
In general
The Secretary of the Navy shall conduct monitoring and research within the Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas to determine the effects of military readiness activities on the growth or decline of the southern sea otter population and on the near-shore ecosystem. Monitoring and research parameters and methods shall be determined in consultation with the Service.
(2)
Reports
Not later than 24 months after the date of the enactment of this section and every three years thereafter, the Secretary of the Navy shall report to Congress and the public on monitoring undertaken pursuant to paragraph (1).
(f)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Southern sea otter
The term southern sea otter means any member of the subspecies Enhydra lutris nereis.
(2)
Take
The term take—
(A) when used in reference to activities subject to regulation by the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.), shall have the meaning given such term in that Act; and
(B) when used in reference to activities subject to regulation by the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1361 et seq.) shall have the meaning given such term in that Act.
(3)
Incidental taking
The term incidental taking means any take of a southern sea otter that is incidental to, and not the purpose of, the carrying out of an otherwise lawful activity.
(4)
Military readiness activity
The term military readiness activity has the meaning given that term in section 315(f) of the Bob Stump National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003 (16 U.S.C. 703 note) and includes all training and operations of the armed forces that relate to combat and the adequate and realistic testing of military equipment, vehicles, weapons, and sensors for proper operation and suitability for combat use.
(5)
Optimum sustainable population
The term optimum sustainable population means, with respect to any population stock, the number of animals that will result in the maximum productivity of the population or the species, keeping in mind the carrying capacity of the habitat and the health of the ecosystem of which they form a constituent element.
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item:
7235. Establishment of the Southern Sea Otter Military Readiness Areas.
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(c)
Conforming amendment
Section 1 of Public Law 99–625 (16 U.S.C. 1536 note) is repealed.
313.
Revision to scope of statutorily required review of projects relating to potential obstructions to aviation so as to apply only to energy projects
(a)
Scope of section
Section 358 of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 124 Stat. 4200; 49 U.S.C. 44718 note) is amended—
(1) in subsection (c)(3), by striking from State and local officials or the developer of a renewable energy development or other energy project and inserting from a State government, an Indian tribal government, a local government, a landowner, or the developer of an energy project;
(2) in subsection (c)(4), by striking readiness, and and all that follows and inserting readiness and to clearly communicate actions being taken by the Department of Defense to the party requesting an early project review under this section.;
(3) in subsection (d)(2)(B), by striking as high, medium, or low;
(4) by redesignating subsection (j) as subsection (k); and
(5) by inserting after subsection (i) the following new subsection (j):
(j)
Applicability of section
This section does not apply to a non-energy project.
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(b)
Definitions
Subsection (k) of such section, as redesignated by paragraph (4) of subsection (a), is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:
(4) The term energy project means a project that provides for the generation or transmission of electrical energy.
(5) The term non-energy project means a project that is not an energy project.
(6) The term landowner means a person or other legal entity that owns a fee interest in real property on which a proposed energy project is planned to be located.
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314.
Exclusions from definition of chemical substance under Toxic Substances Control Act
Section 3(2)(B)(v) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (15 U.S.C. 2602(2)(B)(v)) is amended by striking , and and inserting and any component of such an article (including, without limitation, shot, bullets and other projectiles, propellants when manufactured for or used in such an article, and primers), and.
315.
Exemption of Department of Defense from alternative fuel procurement requirement
Section 526 of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (Public Law 110–140; 42 U.S.C. 17142) is amended by adding at the end the following: This section shall not apply to the Department of Defense..
316.
Limitation on plan, design, refurbishing, or construction of biofuels refineries
The Secretary of Defense may not enter into a contract for the planning, design, refurbishing, or construction of a biofuels refinery any other facility or infrastructure used to refine biofuels unless such planning, design, refurbishing, or construction is specifically authorized by law.
317.
Comprehensive study on impact of proposed ozone rule
Not earlier than 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall conduct a comprehensive study on the impact of any final rule that succeeds the proposed regulation entitled National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone (published at 79 Fed. Reg. 75234) on military readiness, including the impact of such rule on training exercises, military installations, land owned and operated by the Department of Defense, the infrastructure upon which the national security system relies, and the impact military activities may have on attainment designations.
318.
Report on merger of Office of Assistant Secretary for Operational Energy Plans and Deputy Under Secretary for Installations and Environment
The Secretary of Defense shall submit to Congress a report on the merger of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Operational Energy Plans and the Office of the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Installations and Environment under section 901 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3462. Such report shall include—
(1) a description of how the office is implementing its responsibilities under sections 138(b)(9), 138(c), and 2925(b) of title 10, United States Code, and Department of Defense Directives 5134.15 (Assistant Secretary of Defense for Operational Energy Plans and Programs) and 4280.01 (Department of Defense Energy Policy);
(2) a description of any efficiencies achieved as a result of the merger; and
(3) the number of Department of Defense personnel whose responsibilities are focused on energy matters specifically.
C
Logistics and Sustainment
321.
Assignment of certain new requirements based on determinations of cost-efficiency
(a)
Amendment
Chapter 146 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 2463 the following new section:
§ 2463a. Assignment of certain new requirements based on determinations of cost-efficiency
(a)
Assignments based on determinations of cost-efficiency
(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) and subject to subsection (b), the assignment of performance of a new requirement by the Department of Defense to members of the armed forces, civilian employees, or contractors shall be based on a determination of which sector of the Department’s workforce can perform the new requirement in the most cost-efficient manner, based on an analysis of the costs to the Federal Government in accordance with Department of Defense Instruction 7041.04 (Estimating and Comparing the Full Costs of Civilian and Active Duty Military Manpower and Contract Support) or successor guidance, consistent with the needs of the Department with respect to factors other than cost, including quality, reliability, and timeliness.
(2) Paragraph (1) shall not apply in the case of a new requirement that is inherently governmental, closely associated with inherently governmental functions, critical, or required by law to be performed by members of the armed forces or Department of Defense civilian employees.
(3) Nothing in this section may be construed as affecting the requirements of the Department of Defense under policies and procedures established by the Secretary of Defense under section 129a of this title for determining the most appropriate and cost-efficient mix of military, civilian, and contractor personnel to perform the mission of the Department of Defense.
(b)
Waiver During an Emergency or Exigent Circumstances
The head of an agency may waive subsection (a) for a specific new requirement in the event of an emergency or exigent circumstances, as long as the head of an agency, within 60 days of exercising the waiver, submits to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives notice of the specific new requirement involved, where such new requirement is being performed, and the date on which it would be practical to subject such new requirement to the requirements of subsection (a).
(c)
Provisions relating to assignment of civilian personnel
If a new requirement is assigned to a Department of Defense civilian employee consistent with the requirements of this section—
(1) the Secretary of Defense may not—
(A) impose any constraint or limitation on the size of the civilian workforce in terms of man years, end strength, full-time equivalent positions, or maximum number of employees; or
(B) require offsetting funding for civilian pay or benefits or require a reduction in civilian full-time equivalents or civilian end-strengths; and
(2) the Secretary may assign performance of such requirement without regard to whether the employee is a temporary, term, or permanent employee.
(d)
New requirement described
For purposes of this section, a new requirement is an activity or function that is not being performed, as of the date of consideration for assignment of performance under this section, by military personnel, civilian personnel, or contractor personnel at a Department of Defense component, organization, installation, or other entity. For purposes of the preceding sentence, an activity or function that is performed at such an entity and that is re-engineered, reorganized, modernized, upgraded, expanded, or changed to become more efficient but is still essentially providing the same service shall not be considered a new requirement.
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2463 the following new item:
2463a. Assignment of certain new requirements based on determinations of cost-efficiency.
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322.
Inclusion in annual technology and industrial capability assessments of a determination about defense acquisition program requirements
Section 2505(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph (3):
(3) determine the extent to which the requirements associated with defense acquisition programs can be satisfied by the present and projected performance capacities of industries supporting the sectors or capabilities in the assessment and evaluate the reasons for any variance from applicable preceding determinations;
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323.
Amendment to limitation on authority to enter into a contract for the sustainment, maintenance, repair, or other overhaul of the F117 engine
Section 341 of the Carl Levin and Howard P. Buck McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3345) is amended—
(1) by striking Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics and all that follows through is paying and inserting Senior Acquisition Executive of the Air Force has determined that the Air Force has obtained sufficient data to establish that the Air Force is paying; and
(2) by striking the sentence beginning with The Secretary may waive.
324.
Pilot programs for availability of working-capital funds for product improvements
(a)
Pilot programs required
During fiscal year 2016, each of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology, the Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development, and Acquisition, and the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition shall initiate a pilot program pursuant to section 330 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 122 Stat. 68), as amended by section 332 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1697).
(b)
Limitation on availability of funds
A minimum of $5,000,000 of working-capital funds shall be used for each of the pilot programs initiated under subsection (a) for fiscal year 2016.
325.
Report on equipment purchased from foreign entities that could be manufactured in United States arsenals or depots
(a)
Report
Not later than 30 days after the date on which the budget of the President for fiscal year 2017 is submitted to Congress pursuant to section 1105 of title 31, Unites States Code, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the equipment, weapons, weapons systems, components, subcomponents, and end-items purchased from foreign entities that identifies those items which could be manufactured in the military arsenals of the United States or the military depots of the United States to meet the goals of subsection (a) or section 2464 of title 10, United States Code, as well as a plan for moving that workload into such arsenals or depots.
(b)
Elements of report
The report required by subsection (a) shall include each of the following:
(1) An identification of items purchased by foreign manufacturers—
(A) described in section 8302(a)(1) of title 41, United States Code, and purchased from a foreign manufacturer by reason of an exception under section 8302(a)(2)(A) or section 8302(a)(2)(B) of such title;
(B) described in section 2533b(a)(1) of title 10, United States Code, and purchased from a foreign manufacturer by reason of an exception under section 2533b(b); and
(C) described in section 2534(a) of such title and purchased from a foreign manufacturer by reason of a waiver exercised under paragraph (1), (2), (4), or (5) of section 2534(d) of such title.
(2) An assessment of the skills required to manufacture the items identified in paragraph (1) and a comparison of those skills with skills required to meet the critical capabilities identified by the Army Report to Congress on Critical Manufacturing Capabilities and Capacities dated August 2013 and the core logistics capabilities identified by each military service pursuant to section 2464 of title 10, United States Code, as of the date of the enactment of this Act.
(3) An identification of the tooling, equipment, and facilities upgrades necessary for a military arsenal or depot to perform the manufacturing workload identified under paragraph (1).
(4) An identification of workload identified in paragraph (1) most appropriate for transfer to military arsenals or depots to meet the goals of subsection (a) or the requirements of section 2464 of title 10, United States Code.
(5) Such other information the Secretary considers necessary for adherence to paragraphs (4) and (5).
(6) An explanation of the rationale for continuing to sole-source manufacturing workload identified in paragraph (1) from a foreign source rather than a military arsenal, depot, or other organic facility.
D
Other Matters
333.
Improvements to Department of Defense excess property disposal
(a)
Plan required
Not later than June 30, 2016, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a plan for the improved management and oversight of the systems, processes, and controls involved in the disposition of excess non-mission essential equipment and materiel by the Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services.
(b)
Contents of plan
At a minimum, the plan shall address each of the following:
(1) Backlogs of unprocessed property at disposition sites that do not meet Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services goals.
(2) Customer wait times.
(3) Procedures governing the disposal of serviceable items in order to prevent the destruction of excess property eligible for utilization, transfer, or donation before potential recipients are able to view and obtain the property.
(4) Validation of materiel release orders.
(5) Assuring adequate physical security for the storage of equipment.
(6) The number of personnel required to effectively manage retrograde sort yards.
(7) Managing any potential increase in the amount of excess property to be processed.
(8) Improving the reliability of Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services data.
(9) Procedures for ensuring no property is offered for public sale until all requirements for utilization, transfer, and donation are met.
(10) Validation of physical inventory against database entries.
(c)
Congressional briefing
By not later than September 30, 2016, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the actions taken to implement the plan required under subsection (a).
334.
Access to wireless high-speed Internet and network connections for certain members of the Armed Forces deployed overseas
Consistent with section 2492a of title 10, United States Code, the Secretary of Defense is encouraged to enter into contracts with third-party vendors in order to provide members of the Armed Forces who are deployed overseas at any United States military facility, at which wireless high-speed Internet and network connections are otherwise available, with access to such Internet and network connections without charge.
335.
Temporary authority to extend contracts and leases under the ARMS Initiative
Contracts or subcontracts entered into pursuant to section 4554(a)(3)(A) of title 10, United States Code, on or before the date that is five years after the date of the enactment of this Act may include an option to extend the term of the contract or subcontract for an additional 25 years.
336.
Assessment of outreach for small business concerns owned and controlled by women and minorities required before conversion of certain functions to contractor performance
No Department of Defense function that is performed by Department of Defense civilian employees and is tied to a certain military base may be converted to performance by a contractor until the Secretary of Defense conducts an assessment to determine if the Department of Defense has carried out sufficient outreach programs to assist small business concerns owned and controlled by women (as such term is defined in section 8(d)(3)(D) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(3)(D))) and small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (as such term is defined in section 8(d)(3)(C) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(3)(C))) that are located in the geographic area near the military base.
IV
Military Personnel Authorizations
A
Active Forces
401.
End strengths for active forces
The Armed Forces are authorized strengths for active duty personnel as of September 30, 2016, as follows:
(1) The Army, 475,000.
(2) The Navy, 329,200.
(3) The Marine Corps, 184,000.
(4) The Air Force, 320,715.
402.
Revisions in permanent active duty end strength minimum levels
Section 691(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking paragraphs (1) through (4) and inserting the following new paragraphs:
(1) For the Army, 475,000.
(2) For the Navy, 329,200.
(3) For the Marine Corps, 184,000.
(4) For the Air Force, 317,000.
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B
Reserve Forces
411.
End strengths for Selected Reserve
(a)
In general
The Armed Forces are authorized strengths for Selected Reserve personnel of the reserve components as of September 30, 2016, as follows:
(1) The Army National Guard of the United States, 342,000.
(2) The Army Reserve, 198,000.
(3) The Navy Reserve, 57,400.
(4) The Marine Corps Reserve, 38,900.
(5) The Air National Guard of the United States, 105,500.
(6) The Air Force Reserve, 69,200.
(7) The Coast Guard Reserve, 7,000.
(b)
End strength reductions
The end strengths prescribed by subsection (a) for the Selected Reserve of any reserve component shall be proportionately reduced by—
(1) the total authorized strength of units organized to serve as units of the Selected Reserve of such component which are on active duty (other than for training) at the end of the fiscal year; and
(2) the total number of individual members not in units organized to serve as units of the Selected Reserve of such component who are on active duty (other than for training or for unsatisfactory participation in training) without their consent at the end of the fiscal year.
(c)
End strength increases
Whenever units or individual members of the Selected Reserve of any reserve component are released from active duty during any fiscal year, the end strength prescribed for such fiscal year for the Selected Reserve of such reserve component shall be increased proportionately by the total authorized strengths of such units and by the total number of such individual members.
412.
End strengths for reserves on active duty in support of the reserves
Within the end strengths prescribed in section 411(a), the reserve components of the Armed Forces are authorized, as of September 30, 2016, the following number of Reserves to be serving on full-time active duty or full-time duty, in the case of members of the National Guard, for the purpose of organizing, administering, recruiting, instructing, or training the reserve components:
(1) The Army National Guard of the United States, 30,770.
(2) The Army Reserve, 16,261.
(3) The Navy Reserve, 9,934.
(4) The Marine Corps Reserve, 2,260.
(5) The Air National Guard of the United States, 14,748.
(6) The Air Force Reserve, 3,032.
413.
End strengths for military technicians (dual status)
The minimum number of military technicians (dual status) as of the last day of fiscal year 2016 for the reserve components of the Army and the Air Force (notwithstanding section 129 of title 10, United States Code) shall be the following:
(1) For the Army National Guard of the United States, 26,099.
(2) For the Army Reserve, 7,395.
(3) For the Air National Guard of the United States, 22,104.
(4) For the Air Force Reserve, 9,814.
414.
Fiscal year 2016 limitation on number of non-dual status technicians
(a)
Limitations
(1)
National guard
Within the limitation provided in section 10217(c)(2) of title 10, United States Code, the number of non-dual status technicians employed by the National Guard as of September 30, 2016, may not exceed the following:
(A) For the Army National Guard of the United States, 1,600.
(B) For the Air National Guard of the United States, 350.
(2)
Army reserve
The number of non-dual status technicians employed by the Army Reserve as of September 30, 2016, may not exceed 595.
(3)
Air force reserve
The number of non-dual status technicians employed by the Air Force Reserve as of September 30, 2016, may not exceed 90.
(b)
Non-Dual status technicians defined
In this section, the term non-dual status technician has the meaning given that term in section 10217(a) of title 10, United States Code.
415.
Maximum number of reserve personnel authorized to be on active duty for operational support
During fiscal year 2016, the maximum number of members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces who may be serving at any time on full-time operational support duty under section 115(b) of title 10, United States Code, is the following:
(1) The Army National Guard of the United States, 17,000.
(2) The Army Reserve, 13,000.
(3) The Navy Reserve, 6,200.
(4) The Marine Corps Reserve, 3,000.
(5) The Air National Guard of the United States, 16,000.
(6) The Air Force Reserve, 14,000.
C
Authorization of Appropriations
421.
Military personnel
(a)
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the use of the Armed Forces and other activities and agencies of the Department of Defense for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for military personnel, as specified in the funding table in section 4401.
(b)
Construction of authorization
The authorization of appropriations in subsection (a) supersedes any other authorization of appropriations (definite or indefinite) for such purpose for fiscal year 2016.
422.
Report on force structure of the Army
(a)
Report Required
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to Congress a report containing the following:
(1) An assessment by the Secretary of Defense of reports by the Secretary of the Army on the force structure of the Army submitted to Congress under section 1066 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1943) and section 1062 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291).
(2) An evaluation of the adequacy of the Army force structure proposed for the future-years defense program for fiscal years 2017 through 2021 to meet the goals of the national military strategy of the United States.
(3) An independent risk assessment by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the proposed Army force structure and the ability of such force structure to meet the operational requirements of combatant commanders.
(4) A description of the planning assumptions and scenarios used by the Department of Defense to validate the size and force structure of the Army, including the Army Reserve and the Army National Guard.
(5) A certification by the Secretary of Defense that the Secretary has reviewed the reports by the Secretary of the Army and the assessments of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and determined that an end strength for active duty personnel of the Army below the end strength level authorized in section 401(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291) will be adequate to meet the national military strategy of the United States.
(6) A description of various alternative options for allocating funds to ensure that the end strengths of the Army do not fall below levels of significant risk, as determined pursuant to the risk assessment conducted by the Chairman of the Joint Chief under paragraph (3).
(7) Such other information or updates as the Secretary of Defense considers appropriate.
(b)
Form
The report required by subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
V
Military Personnel Policy
A
Officer Personnel Policy
501.
Equitable treatment of junior officers excluded from an all-fully-qualified-officers list because of administrative error
(a)
Officers on active-duty list
Section 624(a)(3) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(E) If the Secretary of the military department concerned determines that one or more officers or former officers were not placed on an all-fully-qualified-list under this paragraph because of administrative error, the Secretary may prepare a supplemental all-fully-qualified-officers list containing the names of any such officers for approval in accordance with this paragraph.
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(b)
Officers on reserve active-Status list
Section 14308(b)(4) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(E) If the Secretary of the military department concerned determines that one or more officers or former officers were not placed on an all-fully-qualified-list under this paragraph because of administrative error, the Secretary may prepare a supplemental all-fully-qualified-officers list containing the names of any such officers for approval in accordance with this paragraph.
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(c)
Conforming amendments to special selection board authority
(1)
Regular components
Section 628(a)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking or the name of a person that should have been placed on an all-fully-qualified-officers list under section 624(a)(3) of this title was not so placed,.
(2)
Reserve components
Section 14502(a)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking or whose name was not placed on an all-fully-qualified-officers list under section 14308(b)(4) of this title because of administrative error,.
502.
Authority to defer until age 68 mandatory retirement for age of a general or flag officer serving as Chief or Deputy Chief of Chaplains of the Army, Navy, or Air Force
(a)
Deferral authority
Section 1253 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(c)
Deferred retirement of chaplains
(1) The Secretary of the military department concerned may defer the retirement under subsection (a) of an officer serving in a general or flag officer grade who is the Chief of Chaplains or Deputy Chief of Chaplains of that officer’s armed force.
(2) A deferment of the retirement of an officer referred to in paragraph (1) may not extend beyond the first day of the month following the month in which the officer becomes 68 years of age.
(3) The authority to defer the retirement of an officer referred to in paragraph (1) expires December 31, 2020. Subject to paragraph (2), a deferment granted before that date may continue on and after that date.
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(b)
Clerical amendments
(1)
Section heading
The heading of section 1253 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
1253.
Age 64: regular commissioned officers in general and flag officer grades; exceptions
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(2)
Table of sections
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 63 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 1253 and inserting the following new item:
1253. Age 64: regular commissioned officers in general and flag officer grades; exceptions.
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503.
Implementation of Comptroller General recommendation on the definition and availability of costs associated with general and flag officers and their aides
(a)
Definition of costs
The Secretary of Defense shall direct the Director, Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation, in coordination with the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness and the Secretaries of the military departments, to define the costs that could be associated with general and flag officers, such as security details, Government air travel, enlisted and officer aide housing costs, additional support staff, official residences, and any other associated costs incurred due to the nature of their position, for the purpose of providing a consistent approach to estimating and managing the full costs associated with these officers and aides.
(b)
Report On Costs Associated With General And Flag Officers and Aides
Not later than June 30, 2016, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report describing the costs associated with general and flag officers and their enlisted and officer aides.
B
Reserve Component Management
511.
Clarification of purpose of reserve component special selection boards as limited to correction of error at a mandatory promotion board
Section 14502(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1)—
(A) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking a selection board and inserting a mandatory promotion board convened under section 14101(a) of this title; and
(B) in subparagraphs (A) and (B), by striking selection board and inserting mandatory promotion board; and
(2) in the first sentence of paragraph (3)—
(A) by striking Such board and inserting The special selection board; and
(B) by striking selection board and inserting mandatory promotion board.
512.
Ready Reserve continuous screening regarding key positions disqualifying Federal officials from continued service in the Ready Reserve
Section 10149 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(6) That members who also occupy a Federal key position whose mobilization in an emergency would seriously impair the capability of the parent Federal agency or office to function effectively are not retained in the Ready Reserve.
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(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(c) In this section, the term Federal key position means a Federal position that shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal agency or office to function effectively. There are four categories of Federal key positions, the first three of which are, by definition, key positions while the fourth category requires a case-by-case determination and designation, as follows:
(1) The Vice President of the United States or any official specified in the order of presidential succession in section 19 of title 3.
(2) The heads of the Federal agencies appointed by the President with the consent of the Senate, except that this paragraph does not include any position on a multi-member board or commission. Such a position may be designated as a Federal key position only in accordance with paragraph (4).
(3) Article III Judges. However, each Article III Judge, who is a member of the Ready Reserve and desires to remain in the Ready Reserve, must have his or her position reviewed by the Chief Judge of the affected Judge's Circuit. If the Chief Judge determines that mobilization of the Article III Judge concerned will not seriously impair the capability of the Judge's court to function effectively, the Chief Judge will provide a certification to that effect to the Secretary concerned. Concurrently, the affected Judge will provide a statement to the Secretary concerned requesting continued service in the Ready Reserve and acknowledging that he or she may be involuntarily called to active duty under the laws of the United States and the directives and regulations of the Department of Defense and pledging not to seek to be excused from such orders based upon his or her judicial duties.
(4) Other Federal positions determined by the head of a Federal Agency.
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513.
Exemption of military technicians (dual status) from civilian employee furloughs
Section 10216(b)(3) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after reductions the following: (including temporary reductions by furlough or otherwise).
514.
Annual report on personnel, training, and equipment requirements for the non-Federalized National Guard to support civilian authorities in prevention and response to non-catastrophic domestic disasters
(a)
Annual report required
Section 10504 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subsection (a), by striking Report.— and inserting Report on State of the National Guard.—(1);
(2) by striking (b) Submission of report to congress.— and inserting (2);
(3) by striking annual report of the Chief of the National Guard Bureau and inserting annual report required by paragraph (1); and
(4) by adding at the end the following new subsection (b):
(b)
Annual report on Non-Federalized service National Guard personnel, training, and equipment requirements
(1) Not later than January 31 of each of calendar years 2016 through 2022, the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall submit to the congressional defense committees and the officials specified in paragraph (5) a report setting forth the personnel, training, and equipment required by the National Guard during the next fiscal year to carry out its mission, while not Federalized, to provide prevention, protection mitigation, response, and recovery activities in support of civilian authorities in connection with non-catastrophic natural and man-made disasters.
(2) To determine the annual personnel, training, and equipment requirements of the National Guard referred to in paragraph (1), the Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall take into account, at a minimum, the following:
(A) Core civilian capabilities gaps for the prevention, protection, mitigation, response, and recovery activities in connection with natural and man-made disasters, as collected by the Department of Homeland Security from the States.
(B) Threat and hazard identifications and risk assessments of the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and the States.
(3) Personnel, training, and equipment requirements shall be collected from the States, validated by the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, and be categorized in the report required by paragraph (1) by each of the following:
(A) Emergency support functions of the National Response Framework.
(B) Federal Emergency Management Agency regions.
(4) The annual report required by paragraph (1) shall be prepared in consultation with the chief executive of each State, other appropriate civilian authorities, and the Council of Governors.
(5) In addition to the congressional defense committees, the annual report required by paragraph (1) shall be submitted to the following officials:
(A) The Secretary of Defense.
(B) The Secretary of Homeland Security.
(C) The Council of Governors.
(D) The Secretary of the Army.
(E) The Secretary of the Air Force.
(F) The Commander of the United States Northern Command.
(G) The Commander of the United States Cyber Command.
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(b)
Clerical amendments
(1)
Section heading
The heading of such section is amended to read as follows:
10504.
Chief of the National Guard Bureau: annual reports
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(2)
Table of contents
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 1011 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 10504 and inserting the following new section:
10504. Chief of the National Guard Bureau: annual reports.
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515.
National Guard civil and defense support activities and related matters
(a)
Operational use of the national guard
(1)
In general
Chapter 1 of title 32, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
§ 116. Operational use of the National Guard
(a)
In general
This section authorizes the operational use of the National Guard and recognizes that the basic premise of both the National Incident Management System and the National Response Framework is that—
(1) incidents are typically managed at the local level first; and
(2) local jurisdictions retain command, control, and authority over response activities for their jurisdictional areas.
(b)
Assistance to Civilian Firefighting Organizations
(1)
Assistance authorized
Members and units of the National Guard shall be authorized to support firefighting operations, missions, or activities, including aerial firefighting employment of the Modular Airborne Firefighting System (MAFFS), undertaken in support of a civilian authority or a State or Federal agency.
(2)
Role of governor and state adjutant general
For the purposes of paragraph (1)—
(A) the Governor of a State shall be the principal civilian authority; and
(B) the adjutant general of the State shall be the principal military authority, when acting in his or her State capacity, and has the primary authority to mobilize members and units of the National Guard of the State in any duty status under this title the adjutant general deems appropriate to employ necessary forces when funds to perform such operations, missions, or activities are reimbursed.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item:
116. Operational use of the National Guard.
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(b)
Active Guard and Reserve (AGR) support
Section 328(b) of title 32, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by inserting duty as specified in section 116(b) of this title or may perform after subsection (a) may perform; and
(2) by inserting (A) and (B) after specified in section 502(f)(2).
(c)
Federal technicians support
Section 709(a)(3) of title 32, United States Code, is amended by inserting duty as specified in section 116(b) of this title or after (3) the performance of.
516.
Electronic tracking of operational active-duty service performed by members of the Ready Reserve of the Armed Forces
The Secretary of Defense shall establish an electronic means by which members of the Ready Reserve of the Armed Forces can track their operational active-duty service performed after January 28, 2008, under section 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10, United States Code. The tour calculator shall specify early retirement credit authorized for each qualifying tour of active duty, as well as cumulative early reserve retirement credit authorized to date under section 12731(f) of such title.
C
Consolidation of Authorities to Order Members of Reserve Components to Perform Duty
521.
Administration of reserve duty
Chapter 1209 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by inserting before section 12301 the following subchapter heading:
I
Administration of Reserve Duty
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(2) by striking sections 12301, 12302, 12303, 12304, 12310, 12319 and 12322;
(3) in subsections (a) and (b) of section 12305, by striking section 12301, 12302, or 12304 of this title and inserting section 12341 of this title for a purpose specified under subsections (a) through (e) of section 12351(a) of this title;
(4) in section 12306—
(A) in subsection (a), by striking section 12301 and inserting section 12351; and
(B) in subsection (b)—
(i) in paragraph (1), by striking section 12301(a) of this title and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(a) of this title; and
(ii) in paragraph (2), by striking section 12301(a) and inserting section 12351(a);
(5) in section 12307, by striking 12301(a) and inserting 12351(a);
(6) in section 12318—
(A) in subsection (a), by striking section 12302 or 12304 of this title and inserting section 12341 of this title for a purpose specified under subsection (b) or (c) of section 12351; and
(B) in subsection (b)—
(i) by striking section 12310 and inserting section 12353(c); and
(ii) by striking section 12302 or 12304 and inserting subsection (b) or (c) of section 12351; and
(7) by inserting after section 12321 the following new section:
12323.
Policies and procedures
(a)
In general
The Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall prescribe such policies and procedures for the armed forces under their respective jurisdictions as the Secretary considers necessary to carry out this chapter.
(b)
Report to congress
When members of the Ready Reserve are ordered to active duty pursuant to section 12351(b) of this title, the Secretary of Defense shall submit a report, at least once a year, to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives describing the policies and procedures prescribed under subsection (a).
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522.
Reserve duty authorities
(a)
In general
Chapter 1209 of title 10, United States Code, is further amended by inserting after section 12323, as added by section 521(7) of this Act, the following new subchapter:
(b)
Redesignation of inactive duty to encompass operational and other duties performed while in an active duty status
(1)
References
Any reference that is made in any law, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to inactive-duty training, as such term applies to members of the reserve components of the uniformed services, shall be deemed to be a reference to inactive duty.
(2)
Definition of uniformed services
In this subsection the term uniformed services has the meaning given the term in section 101(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code.
523.
Purpose of reserve duty
Chapter 1209 of title 10, United States Code, is further amended by inserting after section 12343, as added by section 522(a), the following new subchapter:
III
Purpose of Reserve Duty
12351.
Reserve component: required duty
(a)
Mobilization of the reserve components
(1)
In general
In time of war or of national emergency declared by Congress, or when otherwise authorized by law, an authority designated by the Secretary concerned may, without the consent of the persons affected, order any unit, and any member not assigned to a unit organized to serve as a unit, of a reserve component under the jurisdiction of that Secretary to active duty under section 12341 of this title for the duration of the war or emergency and for six months thereafter. However a member on an inactive status list or in a retired status may not be ordered to active duty under this subsection unless the Secretary concerned, with the approval of the Secretary of Defense in the case of the Secretary of a military department, determines that there are not enough qualified Reserves in an active status or in the inactive National Guard in the required category who are readily available.
(2)
Expansions
So far as practicable, during any expansion of the active armed forces that requires that units and members of the reserve components be ordered to active duty as provided in paragraph (1), members of units organized and trained to serve as units who are ordered to that duty without their consent shall be so ordered with their units. However, members of those units may be reassigned after being so ordered to active duty.
(3)
Period of time
The period of time allowed between the date when a Reserve ordered to active duty pursuant to paragraph (1) is alerted for that duty and the date when the Reserve is required to enter upon that duty shall be determined by the Secretary concerned based upon military requirements at that time.
(b)
Ready reserve mobilization
In time of national emergency declared by the President after January 1, 1953, or when otherwise authorized by law, an authority designated by the Secretary concerned may, without the consent of the persons concerned, order any unit, and any member not assigned to a unit organized to serve as a unit, in the Ready Reserve under the jurisdiction of that Secretary to active duty under section 12341 of this title for not more than 24 consecutive months. Not more than 1,000,000 members of the Ready Reserve may be on active duty, without their consent, under this section at any one time.
(c)
Call-up of the selected reserve and certain individual ready reserve members; other than during war or national emergency
(1)
In general
Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (b) or any other provision of law, when the President determines that it is necessary to augment the active forces for any operational mission or that it is necessary to provide assistance referred to in paragraph (2), the President may authorize the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating, without the consent of the members concerned, to order any unit, and any member not assigned to a unit organized to serve as a unit, of the Selected Reserve, or any member in the Individual Ready Reserve mobilization category and designated as essential under regulations prescribed by the Secretary concerned, under their respective jurisdictions, to active duty under section 12341 of this title for not more than 365 days.
(2)
Emergencies
The augmentation under paragraph (1) includes providing assistance in responding to an emergency involving—
(A) a use or threatened use of a weapon of mass destruction; or
(B) a terrorist attack or threatened terrorist attack in the United States that results, or could result, in significant loss of life or property.
(3)
Function limitation
No unit or member of a reserve component may be ordered to active duty pursuant to this subsection to perform any of the functions authorized by chapter 15 of this title or section 12406 of this title or, except as provided in paragraph (2), to provide assistance to the Federal Government or a State in time of a serious natural or manmade disaster, accident, or catastrophe.
(4)
Numerical limitation
Not more than 200,000 members of the Selected Reserve and the Individual Ready Reserve may be on active duty pursuant to this subsection at any one time, of whom not more than 30,000 may be members of the Individual Ready Reserve.
(5)
Response capabilities
No unit or member of a reserve component may be ordered to active duty pursuant to this subsection to provide assistance referred to in paragraph (2) unless the President determines that the requirements for responding to an emergency referred to in that subsection have exceeded, or will exceed, the response capabilities of local, State, and Federal civilian agencies.
(6)
Termination
Whenever any unit of the Selected Reserve or any member of the Selected Reserve not assigned to a unit organized to serve as a unit, or any member of the Individual Ready Reserve, is ordered to active duty pursuant to paragraph (1), the service of all units or members so ordered to active duty may be terminated by—
(A) order of the President; or
(B) law.
(7)
Report
Whenever the President authorizes the Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating to order any unit or member of the Selected Reserve or Individual Ready Reserve to active duty, pursuant to paragraph (1), the President shall, within 24 hours after exercising such authority, submit to Congress a report setting forth the circumstances necessitating the action taken under this section and describing the anticipated use of these units or members.
(8)
Rule of construction
Nothing contained in this subsection shall be construed as amending or limiting the application of the provisions of the War Powers Resolution (50 U.S.C. 1541 et seq.).
(d)
Annual active duty
At any time, an authority designated by the Secretary concerned may, without the consent of the persons affected, order any unit, and any member not assigned to a unit organized to serve as a unit, in an active status in a reserve component under the jurisdiction of that Secretary to active duty under section 12341 of this title for not more than 15 days a year. However, units and members of the Army National Guard of the United States or the Air National Guard of the United States may not be ordered to active duty under this subsection without the consent of the governor of the State (or, in the case of the District of Columbia National Guard, the commanding general of the District of Columbia National Guard). The consent of a Governor may not be withheld (in whole or in part) with regard to active duty outside the United States, its territories, and its possessions, because of any objection to the location, purpose, type, or schedule of such active duty.
(e)
Ready reserve: unsatisfactory participation
(1)
Authority to order to active duty
(A)
In general
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the President may order to active duty under section 12341 of this title any member of the Ready Reserve of an armed force who—
(i) is not assigned to, or participating satisfactorily in, a unit of the Ready Reserve;
(ii) has not fulfilled the member’s statutory reserve obligation; and
(iii) has not served on active duty for a total of 24 months.
(B)
Duration and extension
A member who is ordered to active duty pursuant to paragraph (1) may be required to serve on active duty until the member’s total service on active duty equals 24 months. If the member’s enlistment or other period of military service would expire before the member has served the required period under this paragraph, the enlistment or other period of military service may be extended until the member has served the required period.
(2)
Failure to perform satisfactorily
(A)
In general
A member of the Ready Reserve covered by section 12352 of this title who fails in any year to perform satisfactorily the training duty prescribed in that section, as determined by the Secretary concerned under regulations prescribed by the Secretary of Defense, may be ordered without the member’s consent to perform additional active duty for training under section 12341 of this title for not more than 45 days. If the failure occurs during the last year of the member’s required membership in the Ready Reserve, the member’s membership is extended until the member performs that additional active duty for training, but not for more than six months.
(B)
Army national guard or air national guard
A member of the Army National Guard of the United States or the Air National Guard of the United States who fails in any year to perform satisfactorily the training duty prescribed by or under law for members of the Army National Guard or the Air National Guard, as the case may be, as determined by the Secretary concerned, may, upon the request of the Governor of the State (or, in the case of the District of Columbia, the commanding general of the District of Columbia National Guard) be ordered, without the member’s consent, to perform additional active duty for training under section 12341 of this title for not more than 45 days. A member ordered to active duty under this subsection shall be ordered to duty as a Reserve of the Army or as a Reserve of the Air Force, as the case may be. However, the consent of a Governor may not be withheld (in whole or in part) with regard to active duty outside the United States, its territories, and its possessions, because of any objection to the location, purpose, type, or schedule of such active duty.
(f)
Captive status
A member of a reserve component may be ordered to active duty under section 12341 of this title without the member’s consent if the Secretary concerned determines that the member is in a captive status. A member ordered to active duty under this section may not be retained on active duty, without the member’s consent, for more than 30 days after the member’s captive status is terminated.
(g)
Muster duty
A member of the Ready Reserve may be ordered without the member’s consent to muster duty under section 12343 of this title one time each year. A member ordered to muster duty under this section shall be required to perform a minimum of two hours of muster duty on the day of muster. The muster duty shall be subject to the following requirements:
(1)
Period of time
The period which a member may be required to devote to muster duty under this section, including round-trip travel to and from the location of that duty, may not total more than one day each calendar year.
(2)
Treatment as inactive duty and travel
Except as specified in paragraph (3), muster duty (and travel directly to and from that duty) under this section shall be treated as inactive duty (and travel directly to and from that duty) for the purposes of this title and the provisions of title 37 (other than section 206(a) of title 37) and title 38, including provisions relating to the determination of eligibility for and the receipt of benefits and entitlements provided under those titles for Reserves performing inactive duty and for their dependents and survivors.
(3)
Not credited for retired pay purposes
Muster duty under this subsection shall not be credited in determining entitlement to, or in computing, retired pay under chapter 1223 of this title.
(h)
Consideration for mobilization
To achieve fair treatment between members in the Ready Reserve who are being considered for recall to duty without their consent pursuant to subsection (b), (c) or (e)(1), consideration shall be given to—
(1) the length and nature of previous service, to assure such sharing of exposure to hazards as the national security and military requirements will reasonably allow;
(2) the frequency of assignments during service career;
(3) family responsibilities; and
(4) employment necessary to maintain the national health, safety, or interest.
(j)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Captive status
The term captive status means the status of a member of the armed forces who is in a missing status (as defined in section 551(2) of title 37) which occurs as the result of a hostile action and is related to the member’s military status.
(2)
Individual ready reserve mobilization category
The term Individual Ready Reserve mobilization category means, in the case of any reserve component, the category of the Individual Ready Reserve described in section 10144(b) of this title.
(3)
Weapons of mass destruction
The term weapon of mass destruction has the meaning given that term in section 1403 of the Defense Against Weapons of Mass Destruction Act of 1996 (50 U.S.C. 2302).
12352.
Reserve component: required training
(a)
Purpose
Except as specifically provided in regulations to be prescribed by the Secretary of Defense, or by the Secretary of the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating, each person who is enlisted, inducted, or appointed in an armed force, and who becomes a member of the Ready Reserve under any provision of law except section 513 or 10145(b) of this title, shall be required, while in the Ready Reserve, to maintain readiness as determined by the Secretary concerned by—
(1) participating in at least 48 scheduled drills or training periods during each year pursuant to section 12343 of this title and serve on active duty for training under section 12341 of this title for not less than 14 days (exclusive of travel time) during each year; or
(2) serving on active duty for training under section 12341 of this title for not more than 30 days during each year.
(b)
Exception for certain members
A member who has served on active duty for one year or longer may not be required to perform a period of active duty for training if the first day of that period falls during the last 120 days of the member’s required membership in the Ready Reserve.
12353.
Reserve component: optional duty
(a)
Active duty
(1)
In general
At any time, an authority designated by the Secretary concerned may order a member of a reserve component under his jurisdiction to active duty under section 12341 of this title, or retain the member on active duty, with the consent of that member for training, to provide operational support or perform other duty as determined by the Secretary concerned.
(2)
Purposes
Such duty includes service on active duty for the purpose specified in section or section 802(d), 1491, 3038, 5143, 5144, 8038, 10211, 10301 through 10305, 10502, 10505, 10506, 10507, 12402, or 12405 of this title.
(3)
Army national guard or air national guard
However, a member of the Army National Guard of the United States or the Air National Guard of the United States may not be ordered to active duty under this subsection without the consent of the Governor or other appropriate authority of the State concerned. The consent of a Governor may not be withheld (in whole or in part) with regard to active duty outside the United States, its territories, and its possessions, because of any objection to the location, purpose, type, or schedule of such active duty.
(b)
Active duty for health care
(1)
In general
When authorized by the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of a military department may, with the consent of the member, order a member of a reserve component to active duty under section 12341 of this title—
(A) to receive authorized medical care;
(B) to be medically evaluated for disability or other purposes; or
(C) to complete a required Department of Defense health care study, which may include an associated medical evaluation of the member.
(2)
Treatment for or recovery from an injury, illness or disease
A member of a uniformed service described in paragraph (1)(B) or (2)(B) of section 1074a(a) of this title may be ordered to active duty under section 12341 of this title, and a member of a uniformed service described in paragraph (1)(A) or (2)(A) of section 1074a may be continued on active duty under section 12341 of this title, for a period of more than 30 days while the member is being treated for (or recovering from) an injury, illness, or disease incurred or aggravated in the line of duty as described in any of such paragraphs.
(3)
Retention on active duty
A member ordered to active duty under this subsection may, with the member’s consent, be retained on active duty, if the Secretary concerned considers it appropriate, for medical treatment for a condition associated with the study or evaluation, if that treatment of the member is otherwise authorized by law.
(4)
Army national guard or air national guard
However, a member of the Army National Guard of the United States or the Air National Guard of the United States may not be ordered to active duty under this subsection without the consent of the Governor or other appropriate authority of the State concerned.
(c)
Organizing, administering, etc., reserve components
(1)
In general
The Secretary concerned may order a member of a reserve component under the Secretary’s jurisdiction to active duty pursuant to section 12341 of this title to perform Active Guard and Reserve duty to organize, administer, recruit, instruct, or train the reserve components.
(2)
Reserve grade; eligibility for promotion
A Reserve ordered to active duty under paragraph (1) shall be ordered in the Reserve’s reserve grade. While so serving, the Reserve continues to be eligible for promotion as a Reserve, if otherwise qualified.
(3)
Additional duties
A Reserve on active duty under this subsection may perform the following additional duties to the extent that the performance of those duties does not interfere with the performance of the Reserve’s primary Active Guard and Reserve duties described in paragraph (1):
(A)
Supporting reserve components
Supporting operations or missions assigned in whole or in part to the reserve components.
(B)
Supporting units
Supporting operations or missions performed or to be performed by—
(i) a unit composed of elements from more than one component of the same armed force; or
(ii) a joint forces unit that includes—
(I) one or more reserve component units; or
(II) a member of a reserve component whose reserve component assignment is in a position in an element of the joint forces unit.
(C)
Advising
Advising the Secretary of Defense, the Secretaries of the military departments, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the commanders of the combatant commands regarding reserve component matters.
(D)
Instruction or training
Instructing or training in the United States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or possessions of the United States of—
(i) active-duty members of the armed forces;
(ii) members of foreign military forces (under the same authorities and restrictions applicable to active-duty members providing such instruction or training);
(iii) Department of Defense contractor personnel; or
(iv) Department of Defense civilian employees.
(4)
Operations relating to defense against weapons of mass destruction and terrorist attacks
(A)
In general
Notwithstanding paragraph (3), a Reserve on active duty as described in paragraph (1), or a Reserve who is a member of the National Guard serving on full-time National Guard duty under section 502(f) of title 32 in connection with functions referred to in paragraph (1), may, subject to subparagraph (C), perform duties in support of emergency preparedness programs to prepare for or to respond to any emergency involving any of the following:
(i)
Weapons of mass destruction
The use or threatened use of a weapon of mass destruction (as defined in section 1403 of the Defense Against Weapons of Mass Destruction Act of 1996 (50 U.S.C. 2302) in the United States.
(ii)
Terrorist attack or threatened terrorist attack
A terrorist attack or threatened terrorist attack in the United States that results, or could result, in catastrophic loss of life or property.
(iii)
Release of certain materials
The intentional or unintentional release of nuclear, biological, radiological, or toxic or poisonous chemical, materials in the United States that results, or could result, in catastrophic loss of life or property.
(iv)
Natural or man-made disaster
A natural or manmade disaster in the United States that results in, or could result in, catastrophic loss of life or property.
(B)
Costs
The costs of the pay, allowances, clothing, subsistence, gratuities, travel, and related expenses for a Reserve performing duties under the authority of paragraph (1) shall be paid from the appropriation that is available to pay such costs for other members of the reserve component of that Reserve who are performing duties as described in paragraph (1).
(C)
Civil support team
A Reserve may perform duty described in subparagraph (A) only while assigned to a reserve component weapons of mass destruction civil support team.
(D)
Annual end strength authorization and justification material
Reserves on active duty who are performing duties described in subparagraph (A) shall be counted against the annual end strength authorizations required by sections 115(a)(1)(B) and 115(a)(2) of this title. The justification material for the defense budget request for a fiscal year shall identify the number and component of the Reserves programmed to be performing duties described in subparagraph (A) during that fiscal year.
(E)
Certification required
A reserve component weapons of mass destruction civil support team, and any Reserve assigned to such a team, may not be used to respond to an emergency described in subparagraph (A) unless the Secretary of Defense has certified to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives of that team, or that Reserve, possesses the requisite skills, training, and equipment to be proficient in all mission requirements.
(F)
Request for legislation
If the Secretary of Defense submits to Congress any request for the enactment of legislation to modify the requirements of subparagraphs (A) and (C), the Secretary shall provide with the request—
(i) justification for each such requested modification; and
(ii) the Secretary’s plan for sustaining the qualifications of the personnel and teams described in subparagraph (C).
(G)
Definition of united states
In this subsection, the term United States includes the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Virgin Islands.
(5)
Training
A Reserve on active duty as described in this subsection may be provided training consistent with training provided to other members on active duty, as the Secretary concerned sees fit.
(d)
Inactive duty
(1)
In general
At any time, an authority designated by the Secretary concerned may require a member of a reserve component under the Secretary’s jurisdiction, with the consent of the member, to perform inactive duty under section 12343 of this title to provide readiness training, perform administrative function to prepare for unit training, perform funeral honors functions at the funeral of a veteran as defined in section 1491 of this title (other than for members of the Army National Guard of the United States or the Air National Guard of the United States who perform funeral honors duty under section 502(g) of title 32), or perform other inactive duty as determined by the Secretary concerned.
(2)
Pay
As directed by the Secretary concerned, a member performing funeral honors functions may be paid—
(A) the allowance under section 495 of title 37; or
(B) compensation under section 206 of title 37.
(3)
Travel and transportation expenses
A member who performs funeral honors functions may be reimbursed for travel and transportation expenses incurred in conjunction with such duty as authorized under section 495 of title 37 if such duty is performed at a location 50 miles or more from the member’s residence.
.
524.
Training and other duty performed by members of the National Guard
(a)
Chapter heading
The chapter heading for chapter 5 of title 32, United States Code, is amended by inserting And Other Duty after Training;
(b)
Other amendments
Section 502 of title 32, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking the section heading and inserting the following:
502.
Required training, field exercises, and other duty
;
(2) in subsection (a)—
(A) in paragraph (1)—
(i) by striking drill and inserting training; and
(ii) by inserting under subsection (g) before at least;
(B) in paragraph (2), by inserting under subsection (f)(1) before at least;
(3) in subsection (b), by striking drill each place the term appears and inserting training;
(4) in subsection (d)—
(A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking drill and inserting training; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking one and one-half hours and inserting two hours;
(5) in subsection (e), by striking drill each place the term appears and inserting training;
(6) in subsection (f)—
(A) in paragraph (1)—
(i) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by inserting , which regulations shall conform to regulations prescribed by the Secretary of Defense for Reserve component members, after as the case may be,; and
(ii) in the matter following subparagraph (B), by inserting to full-time National Guard duty after be ordered; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(C) Support for funerals of veterans of the armed forces pursuant to section 1491 of title 10.
;
(C) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (8); and
(D) by inserting after paragraph (2), as amended by subparagraph (B), the following new paragraphs:
(3)
Full-time national guard duty
Full-time National Guard duty shall not be performed on land outside the United States, its territories or possessions.
(4)
Purpose of call order
To account for manpower utilization and expenditure of appropriations, each order to full-time National Guard duty shall cite the purpose of the call or order as provided in this section or section 112, 114, 316, 503, 504, 505, 509, or 904 of this title.
(5)
Limitations and restrictions
A member of the National Guard shall not be ordered to full-time National Guard duty or retained on full-time National Guard duty beyond the limitations and restrictions specified in the purpose of the order to full-time National Guard duty.
(6)
Amended orders
When the purpose for the member to serve on full-time National Guard duty changes, the order to full-time National Guard duty shall be amended to cite the new purpose and applicable funding code, but the member shall remain on the same order to full-time National Guard duty.
(7)
Continuous Federal service
If a member is released from full-time National Guard duty and subsequently ordered to active duty with a break in service of 24 hours or fewer, the period of service shall be treated as continuous Federal service for the purposes of pay and benefits unless otherwise specified in law.
; and
(7) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(g)
Inactive duty
(1)
In general
Under regulations to be prescribed by the Secretary of the Army or the Secretary of the Air Force, as the case may be, which shall conform to regulations prescribed by the Secretary of Defense for reserve component members, a member of the National Guard may be required to perform inactive duty, in addition to that prescribed under subsection (a), to provide additional readiness training, perform administrative function to prepare for unit training, perform funeral honors functions for veterans of the armed forces pursuant to section 1491 of title 10, or perform other inactive duty as authorized by the Secretary concerned.
(2)
Documentation
To account for manpower utilization and expenditure of appropriations, the purpose for inactive duty and the associated funding code shall be documented.
(3)
Designated hostile fire or imminent danger area
Inactive duty shall not be performed in designated hostile fire or imminent danger area.
(4)
Land outside the united states, its territories or possessions
Inactive duty shall not be performed on land outside the United States, its territories or possessions.
(5)
Duration of inactive duty
Each period of inactive duty shall be for duration of at least two hours.
(6)
Duration of compensation and service credit
Compensation under section 206 of title 37 and service credit under section 12732(a)(2)(E) of title 10 shall not exceed two periods of inactive duty in a calendar day.
(7)
Pay for performing funeral honors
As directed by the Secretary concerned, a member performing funeral honors functions may be paid—
(A) the allowance under section 495 of title 37; or
(B) compensation under section 206 of title 37.
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525.
Conforming and clerical amendments
(a)
Conforming amendments to title 5, united states code
(1) Paragraph (2) of section 5517(d) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking under section 10147 and inserting as provided under section 12352.
(2) Section 6323 of title 5, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in paragraph (1) of subsection (a)—
(i) by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(ii) by striking funeral honors duty (as described in section 12503 of title 10 and section 115 of title 32) and inserting funeral honors functions (as described in section 12353 of title 10 and section 114 of title 32); and
(B) in paragraph (1) subsection (d), by striking section 12301(b) or 12301(d) and inserting section 12341 of title 10 for the purposes specified in section 12351(d) or 12353(a).
(b)
Conforming amendments to title 7, united states code
Paragraph (1) of section 332(a) of the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act (7 U.S.C. 1982(a)) is amended by striking 12301(a), 12301(g), 12302, 12304, 12306, or 12406, and inserting 12341 for the purpose specified in section 12306, 12342, 12351(a)(1), 12351(b), 12351(c), or 12351(f), 12342 for the purpose specified in section 12406,.
(c)
Conforming amendments to title 10, united states code
(1) Section 101 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subparagraph (B) of subsection (a)(13), by striking section 688, 12301(a), 12302, 12304, 12304a, 12305, or 12406 of this title, chapter 15 of this title and inserting section 688 or 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12304a, 12305, 12351(a)(1), 12351(b), 12351(c) of this title, section 12342 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12406, chapter 15 of this title;
(B) in paragraph (16) of subsection (b), by striking section 12301(d) of this title and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12353(c) of this title;
(C) in paragraph (5) of subsection (d)—
(i) by inserting 502(f) of title 32 for the purpose specified in section after under section; and
(ii) by striking 505 of title 32 and inserting 505 of such title;
(D) in paragraph (7) of subsection (d)—
(i) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty;
(ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking section 206 of title 37 and inserting section 12352(a)(1) of this title, section 502(a)(1) of title 32,; and
(iii) in subparagraph (B)—
(I) by inserting under section 12353(d) of this title or section 502(g) of title 32 after special additional duties authorized; and
(II) by inserting , or other activities that a member may perform when authorized by the designated authority before the period.
(2) Section 115 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subsection (b)(1)—
(i) in subparagraph (A), by striking section 12301(d) and inserting section 12341;
(ii) in subparagraph (C), by striking section 12301(d) and inserting section 12341;
(iii) in subparagraph (D)—
(I) by striking section 12301(g) and inserting section 12341; and
(II) by inserting as provided under section 12351(f) of such title before the semicolon; and
(iv) in subparagraph (E)—
(I) by striking 12301(h) or 12322 and inserting section 12341; and
(II) by inserting as provided under section 12353(b) of this title before the period;
(B) in subsection (i)—
(i) in paragraph (1), by striking section 12301(a) of this title and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(a) of this title;
(ii) in paragraph (2), by striking section 12301(b) of this title and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(d) of this title;
(iii) in paragraph (3), by striking section 12302 of this title and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(b) of this title;
(iv) in paragraph (4), by striking section 12304 of this title and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(c) of this title;
(v) in paragraph (5), by inserting section 12342 of this title for the purpose specified in after Federal service under;
(vi) in paragraph (6), by inserting section 12342 of this title for the purpose specified in after Federal service under; and
(vii) in paragraph (11), by inserting 12341 for the purpose specified in section after active duty under section.
(3) Section 331 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting under section 12342 of this title after call into Federal service.
(4) Section 332 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting under section 12342 of this title after call into Federal service.
(5) Paragraph (3) of section 511(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking section 10147(a)(1) and inserting section 12352(a)(1).
(6) Subparagraph (B) of section 523(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section after on active duty under section.
(7) Subparagraph (B) of section 641(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting section 12341 for the purpose described in after on active duty under.
(8) Section 802 of title 10, United States Code, is amended in each of subsections (a)(3), (d)(2)(B), and (d)(5)(B), by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(9) Subsection (d) of section 803 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty.
(10) The matter preceding paragraph (1) of subsection (a) and the matter preceding paragraph (1) of subsection (b) of section 936 of title 10, United States Code, are each amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(11) Paragraph (1) of section 976(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(12) Paragraphs (1) and (2) of section 1061(b) of title 10, United States Code, are each amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(13) Subsection (a) of section 1074a of title 10, United States Code, is amended in each of paragraphs (1)(B), (2)(B), and (3) by striking inactive-duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty.
(14) Subsection (a) of section 1074a of title 10, United States Code, is amended further—
(A) in paragraph (1)—
(i) in subparagraph (A), by inserting or after the semicolon;
(ii) in subparagraph (B), by striking ; or and inserting a period; and
(iii) by striking subparagraph (C);
(B) in paragraph (2)—
(i) in subparagraph (A), by inserting or after the semicolon;
(ii) in subparagraph (B), by striking ; or and inserting a period; and
(iii) by striking subparagraph (C); and
(C) by striking paragraph (4).
(15) Subsection (a) of section 1076 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in each paragraphs (2)(B)(i), (2)(B)(ii), and (2)(C), by striking inactive-duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking subparagraph (E).
(16) Clauses (i) and (ii) of section 1086(c)(2)(B) of title 10, United States Code, are each amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(17) Paragraph (2) of section 1175(e) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(18) Section 1175a(j) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in paragraph (2)—
(i) by inserting under section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(a)(1), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(d), 12351(e)(1), or 12351(f) of this title after involuntarily recalled to active duty; and
(ii) by striking in accordance with section 12301(a), 12301(b), 12301(g), 12302, 12303, or 12304 of this title or and inserting under; and
(B) in paragraph (3)—
(i) by striking 12301(d) and inserting 12353(a);
(ii) by striking 12319, or 12503 and inserting 12351(g); and
(iii) by striking , 115,.
(19) Paragraph (2) of section 1201(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking under section 10148(a) and inserting pursuant to section 12351(e)(2).
(20) Section 1204 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the section heading, by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in paragraph (2)—
(i) in each of subparagraphs (A)(i), (A)(iii), (B)(i), and (B)(iii), by striking inactive-duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty;
(ii) in clause (iii) of subparagraph (A), by inserting or after the semicolon;
(iii) in clause (iii) of subparagraph (B), by striking ; or and inserting a period; and
(iv) by striking subparagraph (C).
(21) Section 1206 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the section heading, by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty;
(B) by amending paragraph (2) to read as follows:
(2) the disability is a result of an injury, illness, or disease incurred or aggravated in line of duty while—
(A) performing active duty or inactive duty;
(B) traveling directly to or from the place at which such duty is performed; or
(C) remaining overnight immediately before the commencement of inactive duty, or while remaining overnight between successive periods of inactive duty, at or in the vicinity of the site of the inactive duty, if the site is outside reasonable commuting distance of the member’s residence;
; and
(C) in paragraph (5), by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty;
(22) Subparagraph (B) of section 1448(f)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(23) Clauses (ii) and (iii) of section 1471(b)(3)(A) of title 10, United States Code, are each amended by striking inactive duty for training and inserting inactive duty.
(24) Section 1475 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the section heading, by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in each of paragraphs (2) and (3) of subsection (a), by striking inactive duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty.
(25) Paragraphs (1)(B) and (2)(A) of section 1476(a) of title 10, United States Code, are each amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(26) Paragraphs (3), (4), (8), and (9) of section 1478(a) of title 10, United States Code, are each amended by striking inactive duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty.
(27) Section 1481(a)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in each of subparagraphs (B), (C), (D), and (F), by striking inactive-duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in subparagraph (E), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(28) Paragraph (2) of section 1481(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended further—
(A) in subparagraph (E) (as amended by paragraph (27)(B)), by inserting or after the semicolon;
(B) in subparagraph (F) (as amended by paragraph (27)(A)), by striking ; or and inserting a period; and
(C) by striking subparagraph (G).
(29) Subsections (d)(2) and (e)(5) of section 2031 of title 10, United States Code, are each amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(30) Subparagraph (D) of section 2107(c)(5) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty for training and inserting inactive duty.
(31) Subparagraph (D) of section 2107a(c)(4) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty for training and inserting inactive duty.
(32) The matter preceding paragraph (1) of section 2601a(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(33) Paragraph (3) of section 9446(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(34) Subsection (a) of section 10142 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking as provided in sections 12301 and 12302 of this title and inserting under section 12341 of this title for the purposes specified in sections 12351(a) and 12351(b) of this title.
(35) Subsection (a) of section 10143 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking 10147(a)(1) and inserting 12352.
(36) The matter preceding subparagraph (A) of section 10144(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking in accordance with section 12304 and inserting under section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(c).
(37) Chapter 1005 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) by repealing section 10147; and
(B) by repealing section 10148.
(38) Section 10151 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking sections 12301 and 12306 and inserting section 12351(a).
(39) Subsection (b) of section 10204 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(40) Subsection (a) of section 10215 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subparagraph (A) of paragraph (1), by striking section 12301(d) and inserting section 12341 of this title as provided in section 12353(a); and
(B) in subparagraph (A) of paragraph (2), by striking section 12301(d) and inserting section 12341 of this title as provided in section 12353(a).
(41) Paragraph (9) of section 10541(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking 12304(b) and inserting 12351(c)(2).
(42) Paragraph (1) of section 12011(e) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking 12310 and inserting 12353(c).
(43) Subsection (a) of section 12012 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking section 10211 or 12310 and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 10211 or 12353(c) of this title.
(44) Section 12317 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(45) Section 12321 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking of organizing, administering, recruiting, instructing, or training the reserve components and inserting specified in section 12353(c) of this title.
(46) Section 12408 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking section 12301(a), 12302, or 12304 of this title and inserting 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(a)(1), 12351(b) or 12351(c) of this title.
(47) Section 12503 of title 10, United States Code, is repealed.
(48) Section 12552 of title 10, United States Code, is repealed.
(49) Subsections (a)(3) and (b)(3) of section 12602 of title 10, United States Code, are each amended by striking inactive-duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty.
(50) Section 12603 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the section heading, by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in subsection (a), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(51) Section 12604 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the section heading, by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in subsection (a), by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(52) Subsection (b) of section 12686 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking section 12301 and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(d), 12351(f), 12353(a) or 12353(b).
(53) Subparagraph (B) of section 12731(f)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in clause (i)—
(i) by striking under section 12301(d) and inserting for the purpose specified in section 12353(a); and
(ii) by striking under section 12310 and inserting for the purpose specified in 12353(c); and
(B) in clause (iii), by striking section 12301(h)(1) and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12353(b)(1).
(54) Section 12732(a)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the matter following subparagraph (E), by striking clauses (A), (B), (C), (D), and (E) and inserting subparagraphs (A), (B), (C), and (D); and
(B) by striking subparagraph (E).
(55) Clause (i) of section 16131(c)(3)(B) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking section 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(a)(1), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f), or 12353(a).
(56) The matter preceding subparagraph (A) of section 16133(b)(4) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking section 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(a)(1), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f), or 12353(a).
(57) Clause (i) of section 16162(d)(2)(B) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking section 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 of this title and inserting section 12341 of this title for the purpose specified in section 12351(a)(1), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f), or 12353(a) of this title.
(58) Section 18505 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the section heading, by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in subsection (a), by striking inactive-duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty.
(d)
Conforming amendments to title 14, united states code
(1) Section 704 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(2) Subsection (a) of section 705 of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(3) Paragraph (1) of section 712(c) of title 14, United States Code, is amended by striking 10147 and inserting 12352.
(e)
Conforming amendments to title 20, united states code
(1) Subsection (c) of section 1404 of the Defense Dependents’ Education Act of 1978 (20 U.S.C. 923) is amended—
(A) in clause (i) of paragraph (2)(B), by striking section 12301 or 12302 and inserting section 12341 of title 10, United States Code, for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(d), 12351(f), 12353(a) or 12353(b); and
(B) in clause (i) of paragraph (2)(C), by striking section 12301 or 12302 and inserting section 12341 of title 10, United States Code, for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(d), 12351(f), 12353(a) or 12353(b).
(2) Subparagraph (A) of section 481(d)(4) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1088(d)(4)) is amended by striking section 12301(a), 12301(g), 12302, 12304, or 12306 and inserting section 12341 of title 10, United States Code, for a purpose specified in section 12306, 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), or 12351(f).
(3) Subparagraph (C) of section 484C(c)(3) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1091c(c)) is amended—
(A) in clause (i), by striking , 12301(a), 12301(g), 12302, 12304, or 12305 of title 10, United States Code, and inserting of title 10, United States Code, under section 12341 of such title for the purpose specified in section 12305, 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), or 12351(f) of such title,; and
(B) in clause (iii), by striking section 12304 of title 10, United States Code and inserting section 12341 of title 10, United States Code, for the purpose specified in section 12351(c) of such title.
(4) Subparagraph (A) of section 5 of Higher Education Relief Opportunities for Students Act of 2003 (20 U.S.C. 1098ee(5)) is amended by striking section 12301(a), 12301(g), 12302, 12304, or 12306 of title 10, United States Code, and inserting section 12341 of title 10, United States Code, for the purpose specified in section 12306, 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), or 12351(f) of such title,.
(f)
Conforming amendments to Internal Revenue Code
Subsection (m) of section 3121 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 3121) is amended—
(1) in each of paragraphs (1)(B) and (3), by striking inactive duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty; and
(2) in the heading for paragraph (3), by striking Inactive Duty Training and inserting Inactive Duty.
(g)
Conforming amendments to title 32, united states code
(1) Paragraph (19) of section 101 of title 32, United States Code, is amended by striking section 316, 502, 503, 504, or 505 and inserting section 502(f) of this title for the purpose specified under section in section 112, 114, 316, 502, 503, 504, 505, 509, or 904.
(2) Section 114 of title 32, United States Code, is amended by striking may not be considered to be a period of drill or training, but may be performed as funeral honors duty under section 115 of this title. and inserting may be performed under section 502 of this title..
(3) Section 115 of title 32, United States Code, is repealed.
(h)
Conforming amendments to title 37, united states code
(1) The matter preceding subparagraph (A) of section 101(22) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(2) Section 204 of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in paragraph (1) of subsections (g)—
(i) in each of subparagraphs (B) and (D), by striking inactive-duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty;
(ii) by striking subparagraph (E);
(iii) in subparagraph (C), by inserting or after the semicolon; and
(iv) in subparagraph (D), by striking ; or and inserting a period; and
(B) in paragraph (1) of subsections (h)—
(i) in each of subparagraphs (B) and (D), by striking inactive-duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty;
(ii) by striking subparagraph (E);
(iii) in subparagraph (C), by inserting or after the semicolon; and
(iv) in subparagraph (D), by striking ; or and inserting a period.
(3) Subparagraph (A) of section 205(e)(2) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(4) Section 206 of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the section heading, by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in each of paragraphs (3)(A)(ii) and (3)(C) of subsection (a), by striking inactive-duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty.
(5) Section 305b of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the heading for subsection (c), by striking Inactive Duty Training and inserting Inactive Duty; and
(B) in subsection (e), by striking 12310(c) and inserting 12353(c)(4).
(6) Subsection (a) of section 308d of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty for training and inserting inactive duty.
(7) The heading for subsection (e) of section 320 of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking Inactive Duty Training and inserting Inactive Duty.
(8) Section 334 of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the heading for subsection (e), by striking Inactive Duty Training and inserting Inactive Duty; and
(B) in subsection (e), by striking for inactive-duty training and inserting for inactive duty.
(9) Section 352 of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the heading for subsection (d), by striking Inactive Duty Training and inserting Inactive Duty; and
(B) in subsection (d), by striking for inactive-duty training and inserting for inactive duty.
(10) Subparagraph (B) of section 353(c)(1) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(11) Section 415 of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in paragraph (3) of subsection (a), by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in paragraph (1) of subsection (c), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(12) Section 433 of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subsection (a), by striking 12319 and inserting 12351(g); and
(B) in subsection (d), by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(13) Subsection (a) of section 433a of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking 12319 and inserting 12351(g).
(14) Paragraph (1) of section 474(i) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(15) Section 478a of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in the section heading, by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in subsection (a), by striking inactive duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty.
(16) Paragraph (1) of section 495(a) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking funeral honors duty pursuant to section 12503 of title 10 or section 115 of title 32 and inserting funeral honors functions pursuant to section 12353(d)(2) of title 10 or section 502(g)(7) of title 32.
(17) The matter preceding paragraph (1) of subsection (a), the matter following paragraph (2) of subsection (a), and subsection (d), of section 552 of title 37, United States Code, are each amended by striking inactive-duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(18) Subparagraph (B) of section 910(b)(2) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking subparagraph (A) or (B) of section 12301(h)(1) of title 10 and inserting section 12341 of title 10 pursuant to subparagraph (A) or (B) of section 12353(b)(1) of such title.
(i)
Conforming amendments to title 38, united states code
(1) Section 101 of title 38, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subparagraph (C) of paragraph (22), by striking section 316, 502, 503, 504, or 505 of title 32 and inserting section 502(f) of title 32;
(B) in paragraph (23)—
(i) by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(ii) in the matter following paragraph (C), by striking sections 316, 502, 503, 504, or 505 of title 32 and inserting section 502(g) of title 32; and
(C) in the matter preceding clause (i) of paragraph (24)(C), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(2) Subparagraph (B) and the matter following subparagraph (B) of section 106(d)(1) of title 38, United States Code, are each amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(3) Clause (ii) of section 1112(c)(3)(A) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(4) Paragraph (2) of section 1302(b) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(5) Subparagraph (A) of section 1312(a)(2) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(6) Section 1965 of title 38, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subparagraph (D) of paragraph (2), by striking sections 316, 502, 503, 504, or 505 of title 32 and inserting section 502(f) of title 32;
(B) in paragraph (3)—
(i) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(ii) in subparagraph (B), by striking sections 316, 502, 503, 504, or 505 of title 32 and inserting section 502(g) of title 32;
(C) in paragraph (4), by striking inactive duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty;
(D) in each of subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (5), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(E) in subparagraph (C) of paragraph (5), by striking a mobilization category in the Individual Ready Reserve, as defined in section 12304(i)(1) and inserting a mobilization category in the Individual Ready Reserve, as defined in section 12351(i)(2).
(7) Section 1967 of title 38, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subsection (a)—
(i) in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(ii) in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (5), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(B) in subsection (b)—
(i) in each of paragraphs (1) and (2), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(ii) in the matter following paragraph (2), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(8) Section 1968 of title 38, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subsection (a)—
(i) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(ii) in paragraph (3)—
(I) by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty;
(II) by striking scheduled training period and inserting scheduled period of duty; and
(III) by striking such training each place the term appears and inserting such duty; and
(B) in paragraph (2) of subsection (b), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(9) Paragraph (3) of section 1969(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(10) Subsection (e) of section 1977 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(11) Paragraph (2) of section 2402(a) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(12) Paragraph (3) of section 3011(d) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking which an individual in the Selected Reserve was ordered to perform under section 12301, 12302, 12304, 12306, or 12307 of title 10 and inserting under section 12341 of title 10, which an individual in the Selected Reserve was ordered to perform duty for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f), 12353(a), or 12353(b) of title 10 .
(13) Subparagraph (A) of section 3013(f)(2) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking , 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10 and inserting or 12341 of title 10 for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f) or 12353(a) of such title.
(14) Subsection (f) of section 3103 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking , 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10 and inserting or 12341 of title 10 for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f) or 12353(a) of such title.
(15) Paragraph (2) of section 3105(e) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking , 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10 and inserting or 12341 of title 10 for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f) or 12353(a) of such title.
(16) Clause (i) of section 3231(a)(5)(B) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking , 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10 and inserting or 12341 of title 10 for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f) or 12353(a) of such title.
(17) Subparagraph (B) of section 3301(1) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking , 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10 or and inserting or 12341 of title 10 for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f) or 12353(a) of such title, or under.
(18) Clause (i) of section 3312(c)(2)(A) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking , 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10 and inserting or 12341 of title 10 for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f) or 12353(a) of such title.
(19) Clause (i) of section 3511(a)(2)(B) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking , 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10 and inserting or 12341 of title 10 for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f) or 12353(a) of such title.
(20) Subsection (h) of section 3512 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking , 12301(a), 12301(d), 12301(g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10 and inserting or 12341 of title 10 for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f) or 12353(a) of such title.
(21) Subparagraph (C) of section 4211(4) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking section 12301(a), (d), or (g), 12302, or 12304 of title 10 and inserting section 12341 of title 10 for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f) or 12353(a) of such title.
(22) Section 4303 of title 38, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in paragraph (13)—
(i) by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty; and
(ii) by striking funeral honors duty as authorized by section 12503 of title 10 or section 115 of title 32 and inserting funeral honors functions as provided under section 12353 of title 10 or section 114 of title 32; and
(B) in paragraphs (16), by striking inactive duty training and inserting inactive duty.
(23) Subsection (c) of section 4312 of title 38, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in paragraph (3), by striking 10147; and inserting 12352;
(B) in subparagraph (A) of paragraph (4), by striking , 12301(a), 12301(g), 12302, 12304, or 12305 of title 10 and inserting or 12341 of title 10 for a purpose specified in section 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), 12351(f) or 12353(a) of such title;
(C) in paragraph (4)—
(i) in subparagraph (C), by striking 12304 of title 10 and inserting 12341 of title 10 for the purpose specified in section 12351(c) of such title;
(ii) in subparagraph (E)—
(I) by inserting under section 12342 of title 10 after Federal service; and
(II) by inserting for a purpose specified following National Guard; and
(iii) by striking under each place the term appears and inserting in.
(24) Paragraph (1) of section 4316(e) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking funeral honors duty as authorized by section 12503 of title 10 or section 115 of title 32 and inserting funeral honors functions as provided under section 12353 of title 10 or section 114 of title 32.
(j)
Conforming amendments to title 42, united states code
(1) Subparagraph (D) of section 202(t)(4) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 402(t)(4)) is amended—
(A) by striking or inactive duty training each place the term appears and inserting or inactive duty; and
(B) by striking on inactive duty training and inserting performing inactive duty.
(2) Subsection (l) of section 210 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 410) is amended—
(A) in subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1), by striking on inactive duty training and inserting performing inactive duty; and
(B) in paragraph (3), by striking inactive duty training each place the term appears and inserting inactive duty.
(k)
Conforming amendments to title 50, appendix, united states code
(1) Section 6 of the Military Selective Service Act (50 U.S.C. App. 456) is amended—
(A) in the matter following subsection (c)(2)(A)(iii), by striking 10147 and inserting 12352; and
(B) in paragraph (1) of subsection (d), by striking under section 10147 and inserting pursuant to section 12352.
(2) Paragraph (1) of section 703(a) of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (50 U.S.C. App. 593(a)) is amended—
(A) by striking sections 688, 12301(a), 12301(g), 12302, 12304, 12306, or 12307 of title 10, United States Code, and inserting section 688 or 12341 of title 10, United States Code, for a purpose specified in section 12306, 12307, 12351(a), 12351(b), 12351(c), or 12351(f) of such title,; and
(B) by striking 12301(d) and inserting 12341 for the purpose specified in section 12353(a).
(l)
Clerical amendments
(1) The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 61 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(A) by striking the item related to section 1204 and inserting the following:
1204. Members on active duty for 30 days or less or on inactive duty: retirement.”
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(B) by striking the item relating to section 1206 and inserting the following:
1206. Members on active duty for 30 days or less or on inactive duty: separation.
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(2) The table of sections at the beginning of subchapter II of chapter 75 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the item related to section 1475 and inserting the following:
1475. Death gratuity: death of members on active duty or inactive duty and of certain other persons.
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(3) The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 1005 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the items relating to sections 10147 and 10148.
(4) The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 1209 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
Subchapter I—Administration of Reserve Duty Sec. 12304a. Army Reserve, Navy Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, Air Force Reserve: order to active duty to provide assistance in response to a major disaster or emergency. 12304b. Selected Reserve: order to active duty for preplanned missions in support of the combatant commands. 12305. Authority of President to suspend certain laws relation to promotion, retirement, and separation. 12306. Standby Reserve. 12307. Retired Reserve. 12308. Retention after becoming qualified for retired pay. 12309. Reserve officers: use of in expansion of armed forces. 12311. Active duty agreements. 12312. Active duty agreements: release from duty. 12313. Reserves: release from active duty. 12314. Reserves: kinds of duty. 12315. Reserves: duty with or without pay. 12316. Payment of certain Reserves while on duty. 12317. Reserves: theological students; limitations. 12318. Reserves on active duty: duties; funding. 12320. Reserve officers: grade in which ordered to active duty. 12321. Reserve Officer Training Corps units: limitation on number of Reserves assigned. 12323. Policies and procedures. Subchapter II—Reserve Duty Authorities Sec. 12341. Active duty. 12342. Call to Federal service. 12343. Inactive duty. Subchapter III—Purpose of Reserve Duty Sec. 12351. Reserve component: required duty. 12352. Reserve component: required training. 12353. Reserve component: optional duty.
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(5) The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 1213 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 12503.
(6) The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 1215 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 12552.
(7) The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 1217 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the items related to sections 12603 and 12604 and inserting the following:
12603. Attendance at inactive duty assemblies: commercial travel at Federal supply schedule rates.
12604. Billeting in Department of Defense facilities: Reserves attending inactive duty.
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(8) The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 1805 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the item related to section 18505 and inserting the following:
18505. Reserves traveling for inactive duty: space-required travel on military aircraft.
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(9) The table of chapters at the beginning of title 32, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to chapter 5 and inserting the following new item:
5.Training and Other Duty501
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(10) The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 1 of title 32, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 115.
(11) The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 5 of title 32, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 502 and inserting the following:
502. Required training, field exercises, and other duty.
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526.
Effective date and implementation
(a)
Effective date
The amendments made by this subtitle shall take effect on October 1, 2017.
(b)
Implementation plan
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Secretary of Defense, and the Secretary of Homeland Security with respect to the Coast Guard, shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report containing a plan to implement the amendments made by this subtitle when they take effect on the date specified in subsection (a).
(c)
Additional technical and conforming amendments
The report required by subsection (b) shall contain a draft of such legislation as may be necessary to make any additional technical and conforming changes to titles 10, 14, 32, and 37, United States Code, and other provisions of law that are required or should be made by reason of the amendments made by this subtitle.
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General Service Authorities
531.
Temporary authority to develop and provide additional recruitment incentives
(a)
Additional recruitment incentives authorized
The Secretary of a military department may develop and provide incentives, not otherwise authorized by law, to encourage individuals to accept an appointment as a commissioned officer, to accept an appointment as a warrant officer, or to enlist in an Armed Force under the jurisdiction of the Secretary.
(b)
Relation to other personnel authorities
A recruitment incentive developed under subsection (a) may be provided—
(1) without regard to the lack of specific authority for the recruitment incentive under title 10 or 37, United States Code; and
(2) notwithstanding any provision of such titles, or any rule or regulation prescribed under such provision, relating to methods of providing incentives to individuals to accept appointments or enlistments in the Armed Forces, including the provision of group or individual bonuses, pay, or other incentives.
(c)
Notice and wait requirement
The Secretary of a military department may not provide a recruitment incentive developed under subsection (a) until—
(1) the Secretary submits to the congressional defense committees a plan regarding provision of the recruitment incentive, which includes—
(A) a description of the incentive, including the purpose of the incentive and the potential recruits to be addressed by the incentive;
(B) a description of the provisions of titles 10 and 37, United States Code, from which the incentive would require a waiver and the rationale to support the waiver;
(C) a statement of the anticipated outcomes as a result of providing the incentive; and
(D) a description of the method to be used to evaluate the effectiveness of the incentive; and
(2) the expiration of the 30-day period beginning on the date on which the plan was received by Congress.
(d)
Limitation on number of incentives
The Secretary of a military department may not provide more than three recruitment incentives under the authority of this section.
(e)
Limitation on number of individuals receiving incentives
The number of individuals who receive one or more of the recruitment incentives provided under subsection (a) by the Secretary of a military department during a fiscal year for an Armed Force under the jurisdiction of the Secretary may not exceed 20 percent of the accession objective of that Armed Force for that fiscal year.
(f)
Duration of developed incentive
A recruitment incentive developed under subsection (a) may be provided for not longer than a three-year period beginning on the date on which the incentive is first provided, except that the Secretary of the military department concerned may extend the period if the Secretary determines that additional time is needed to fully evaluate the effectiveness of the incentive.
(g)
Reporting requirements
If the Secretary of a military department provides an recruitment incentive under subsection (a) for a fiscal year, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report, not later than 60 days after the end of the fiscal year, containing—
(1) a description of each incentive provided under subsection (a) during that fiscal year; and
(2) an assessment of the impact of the incentives on the recruitment of individuals for an Armed Force under the jurisdiction of the Secretary.
(h)
Termination of authority to provide incentives
Notwithstanding subsection (f); the authority to provide recruitment incentives under this section expires on December 31, 2020.
532.
Expansion of authority to conduct pilot programs on career flexibility to enhance retention of members of the Armed Forces
(a)
Repeal of limitation on eligible participants
Subsection (b) of section 533 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 10 U.S.C. prec. 701 note) is repealed.
(b)
Repeal of limitation on number of participants
Subsection (c) of section 533 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 10 U.S.C. prec. 701 note) is repealed.
(c)
Conforming amendments
Section 533 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 10 U.S.C. prec. 701 note) is further amended—
(1) by redesignating subsections (d) through (m) as subsections (b) through (k), respectively; and
(2) in subsections (b)(1), (d), and (f)(3)(D) (as so redesignated), by striking subsection (e) each place it appears and inserting subsection (c).
533.
Modification of notice and wait requirements for change in ground combat exclusion policy for female members of the Armed Forces
(a)
Rule for Ground Combat Personnel Policy
Section 652(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1)—
(A) in the first sentence, by striking before any such change is implemented and inserting not less than 30 calendar days before such change is implemented; and
(B) by striking the second sentence; and
(2) by striking paragraph (5).
(b)
Conforming amendment
Section 652(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting calendar before days.
534.
Role of Secretary of Defense in development of gender-neutral occupational standards
Section 524(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3361; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) is amended—
(1) by striking and at the end of paragraph (1);
(2) by striking the period at the end of paragraph (2) and inserting ; and; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(3) measure the combat readiness of combat units, including special operations forces.
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535.
Burdens of proof applicable to investigations and reviews related to protected communications of members of the Armed Forces and prohibited retaliatory actions
(a)
Burdens of Proof
Section 1034 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating subsections (i) and (j) as subsections (j) and (k), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after subsection (h) the following new subsection (i):
(i)
Burdens of Proof
The burdens of proof specified in section 1221(e) of title 5 shall apply in any investigation conducted by an Inspector General under subsection (c) or (d), any review performed by a board for the correction of military records under subsection (g), and any review conducted by the Secretary of Defense under subsection (h).
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(b)
Effective date
The amendments made by subsection (a) shall take effect on the date that is 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and shall apply with respect to allegations pending or submitted under section 1034 of title 10, United States Code, on or after that date.
536.
Revision of name on military service record to reflect change in gender identity after separation from the Armed Forces
(a)
Revision required
Section 1551 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by inserting (a) Service under assumed name.— before The Secretary; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(b)
Change in gender identity
The Secretary concerned shall reissue a certificate of discharge or an order of acceptance of resignation in the new name of any person who, after separation from the armed forces, undergoes a change in gender identity and assumes a different name.
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(b)
Clerical amendments
(1)
Section heading
The heading of section 1551 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
1551.
Correction of name after separation from service
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(2)
Table of sections
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 79 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 1551 and inserting the following new item:
1551. Correction of name after separation from service.
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537.
Establishment of breastfeeding policy for the Department of the Army
The Secretary of the Army shall develop a comprehensive policy regarding breastfeeding by female members of the Army who are breastfeeding. At a minimum, the policy shall address the following:
(1) The provision of a designated room or area that will provide the member with adequate privacy and cleanliness and that includes an electrical outlet to facilitate the use of a breast pump. Restrooms should not be considered an appropriate location.
(2) An allowance for appropriate breaks, when practicable, to permit the member to breastfeed or utilize a breast pump.
538.
Sense of Congress recognizing the diversity of the members of the Armed Forces
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The United States military includes individuals with a variety of national, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds that have roots all over the world.
(2) In addition to diverse backgrounds, members of the Armed Forces come from numerous religious traditions, including Christian, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, Sikh, non-denominational, non-practicing, and many more.
(3) Members of the Armed Forces from diverse backgrounds and religious traditions have lost their lives or been injured defending the national security of the United States.
(4) Diversity contributes to the strength of the Armed Forces, and service members from different backgrounds and religious traditions share the same goal of defending the United States.
(5) The unity of the Armed Forces reflects the strength in diversity that makes the United States a great nation.
(b)
Sense of congress
It is the sense of Congress that the United States should—
(1) continue to recognize and promote diversity in the Armed Forces; and
(2) honor those from all diverse backgrounds and religious traditions who have made sacrifices in serving the United States through the Armed Services.
539.
Establishment of process by which members of the Armed Forces may carry a concealed personal firearm on a military installation
(a)
Process required
The Secretary of Defense, taking into consideration the views of senior leadership of military installations in the United States, shall establish a process by which the commander of a military installation in the United States may authorize a member of the Armed Forces who is assigned to duty at the installation to carry a concealed personal firearm on the installation if the commander determines it to be necessary as a personal- or force-protection measure.
(b)
Relation to State and local law
In establishing the process under subsection (a) for a military installation, the commander of the installation shall consult with elected officials of the State and local jurisdictions in which the installation is located and take into consideration the law of the State and such jurisdictions regarding carrying a concealed personal firearm.
(c)
Member qualifications
To be eligible to be authorized to carry a concealed personal firearm on a military installation pursuant to the process established under subsection (a), a member of the Armed Forces—
(1) must complete any training and certification required by any State in which the installation is located that would permit the member to carry concealed in that State;
(2) must not be subject to disciplinary action under the Uniform Code of Military Justice for any offense that could result in incarceration or separation from the Armed Forces;
(3) must not be prohibited from possessing a firearm because of conviction of a crime of domestic violence; and
(4) must meet such service-related qualification requirements for the use of firearms, as established by the Secretary of the military department concerned.
(d)
State defined
In this section, the term State includes the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and any territory or possession of the United States.
E
Military Justice, Including Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Prevention and Response
541.
Improvements to Special Victims’ Counsel program
(a)
Qualifications and designation
Section 1044e(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by inserting (1) before An individual;
(2) by designating existing paragraphs (1) and (2) as subparagraphs (A) and (B), respectively; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:
(2) The Secretary of Defense shall direct the Secretary of each military department to implement additional selection criteria requiring that judge advocates have adequate criminal justice experience before they are assigned as Special Victims’ Counsel.
(3) The Secretary of Defense shall develop a policy to standardize both the time frame within which Special Victims’ Counsel receive training and the training that each Special Victims’ Counsel receives.
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(b)
Administrative Responsibility
Section 1044e(e) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraphs
(3) The Secretary of Defense shall establish appropriate program performance measures and standards, including evaluating, monitoring, and reporting on the Special Victims’ Counsel programs, establishing guiding principles for the military departments, and ensuring centralized, standardized assessment of program effectiveness and client satisfaction.
(4) The Secretary of Defense shall direct the Secretary of each military department to perform regular evaluations to ensure that Special Victims’ Counsel are assigned to locations that maximize the opportunity for face-to-face interactions between counsel and clients and to develop effective means by which a Special Victims’ Counsel may communicate with a client when face-to-face communication is not feasible.
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542.
Department of Defense civilian employee access to Special Victims’ Counsel
Section 1044e(a)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding the following new subparagraph:
(C) A civilian employee of the Department of Defense who is not eligible for military legal assistance under section 1044(a)(7) of this title, but who is the victim of an alleged sex-related offense, and the Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of the military department concerned waives the condition in such section for the purposes of offering Special Victims’ Counsel services to the employee.
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543.
Access to Special Victims’ Counsel for former dependents of members and former members of the Armed Forces
Section 1044e(a)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after subparagraph (C), as added by section 542, the following new subparagraph:
(D) An individual who is a former dependent of a member or former member of the armed forces described in subparagraph (A) or (B), if the alleged sex-related offense—
(i) was perpetrated by a person who is, or is reasonably believed to be, a person subject to chapter 47 of this title (the Uniform Code of Military Justice) pursuant to section 802 of this title (article 2(a) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice); and
(ii) occurred while the individual was a dependent of the member or former member.
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544.
Representation and assistance from Special Victims’ Counsel in retaliatory proceedings
Section 1044e(b) of title 10, United States Code is amended—
(1) by redesignating paragraph (9) as paragraph (10); and
(2) by inserting after paragraph (8) the following new paragraph:
(9) Legal representation and assistance in any action or proceeding that, in the judgment of the Special Victims’ Counsel, may have been undertaken in retaliation for the victim’s report of an alleged sex-related offense or for the victim’s involvement in related military justice proceedings.
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545.
Timely notification to victims of sex-related offenses of the availability of assistance from Special Victims’ Counsel
Section 1044e(f)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new sentence: Notice of the availability of a Special Victims’ Counsel shall be provided to the victim before any of the personnel identified or designated by the Secretary concerned under this paragraph interviews, or requests any statement from, the victim regarding the alleged sex-related offense..
546.
Participation by victim in punitive proceedings and access to records
(a)
Victim submission of matters for consideration by commanding officer in nonjudicial punishment proceedings
Section 815 of title 10, United States Code (article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(h)
Victim Participation in Nonjudicial Punishment Proceedings
(1) For any offense that involves a victim, in any case in which a commanding officer or other person authorized to act under this section (article) is considering imposing a punishment authorized in subsection (b) on a member of the command, mitigation of a punishment under subsection (d), or an appeal of a punishment under subsection (e), the victim shall be provided an opportunity to submit written matters for consideration by the person authorized to act under this section (article).
(2) The victim shall be notified of a commander’s decision to consider a punishment, consider mitigating a punishment, or consider an appeal under this section (article). The victim shall also be notified of the opportunity to submit matters for consideration under this subsection.
(3) The submission of matters under paragraph (1) shall be made within the three-day period the accused is given to seek legal counsel.
(4) A victim may waive the right under this subsection to make a submission to the commanding officer or other person taking action under this section (article). Such a waiver shall be made in writing and may not be revoked.
(5) In the case of proceedings under this section (article) for an offense that involved a victim, a copy of all prepared records of the proceedings, including a written copy of any admonition or reprimand, shall be given to the victim without charge and as soon as a decision is finalized. The victim shall be notified of the opportunity to receive the records of the proceedings under this subsection.
(6) In this section, the term victim means a person who has suffered a direct physical, emotional, or pecuniary loss as a result of a commission of an offense under this chapter (the Uniform Code of Military Justice) and on which a commanding officer or other person authorized to take action under this section (article) is taking action under this section (article).
(7) This subsection applies only with respect to the Department of Defense.
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(b)
Victim submission of matters for consideration in administrative separation proceedings
Chapter 59 of title 10, United States Code is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
1159.
Victim participation in administrative separation proceedings
(a)
(1) Under regulations prescribed by the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of the military department concerned shall ensure that, when administrative separation is considered for a member of the of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps in connection to an offense that involved a victim, the person or board authorized to provide recommendations and act on recommendations for retention or separation under this chapter must consider the impact of the offense on the victim and the views of the victim on retention.
(2) Such regulations shall ensure that victims are provided an opportunity to submit written matters for consideration, including, but not limited to, written testimony, to the person or board authorized to provide recommendations and act on recommendations for administrative separation proceedings under this chapter. A victim may waive the right under this section to make a submission.
(b) Under regulations prescribed by the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of the military department concerned shall ensure that a copy of all prepared records of the proceedings, including, but not limited to, the decision on retention or separation and any written explanation thereof, shall be given to the victim without charge and as soon as a decision is finalized. The victim shall be notified of the opportunity to receive the records of the proceedings under this subsection.
(c) In this section, the term victim means a person who has suffered a direct physical, emotional, or pecuniary loss as a result of a commission of an offense under chapter 47 of this title (the Uniform Code of Military Justice) and on which the armed forces are considering administrative separation or retention.
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(c)
Victim submission of matters for consideration in administrative separation proceedings of officers
Section 1185 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsections:
(c) Under regulations prescribed by the Secretary of Defense, when a board of inquiry is held under this section for an officer of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps in connection with an offense that involved a victim, the board of inquiry—
(1) shall consider the impact of the offense on the victim and the views of the victim on retention;
(2) shall provide victims an opportunity to submit matters for consideration, including in-person testimony, although a victim may waive the right under this subsection to make a submission; and
(3) shall provide victims with all prepared records of the proceedings, including the decision on retention or separation and any written explanation thereof.
(d) When a record is withheld under subsection (a)(4), the victim shall, to the extent that the interest of national security permits, be furnished a summary of the record so withheld.
(e) In this section, the term victim means a person who has suffered a direct physical, emotional, or pecuniary loss as a result of a commission of an offense under chapter 47 of this title (the Uniform Code of Military Justice) and on which an officer is required to show cause for retention on active duty under section 1181 of this title.
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547.
Victim access to report of results of preliminary hearing under Article 32 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice
Section 832(c) of title 10, United States Code (article 32(c) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), is amended—
(1) by inserting (1) after Report of Results.—; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(2) The report prepared under paragraph (1) shall be provided to the victim, without charge, at the same time as the report is delivered to the accused.
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548.
Minimum confinement period required for conviction of certain sex-related offenses committed by members of the Armed Forces
(a)
Mandatory Punishments
Section 856(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code (article 56(b)(1) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice) is amended by striking at a minimum and all that follows through the period at the end of the paragraph and inserting the following:
at a minimum except as provided for in section 860 of this title (article 60)—
(A) dismissal or dishonorable discharge; and
(B) confinement for two years.
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(b)
Effective date
Subparagraph (B) of paragraph (1) of section 856(b) of title 10, United States Code (article 56(b) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), as added by subsection (a), shall apply to offenses specified in paragraph (2) of such section committed on or after the date that is 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.
549.
Strategy to prevent retaliation against members of the Armed Forces who report or intervene on behalf of the victim in instances of sexual assault
(a)
Strategy required
The Secretary of Defense shall establish a comprehensive strategy to prevent retaliation carried out by members of the Armed Forces against other members who report or otherwise intervene on behalf of the victim in instances of sexual assault.
(b)
Elements
The comprehensive strategy required by subsection (a) shall include, at a minimum, the following:
(1) Bystander intervention programs emphasizing the importance of guarding against such retaliation.
(2) Department of Defense and military department policies and requirements to ensure protection from retaliation against victims of sexual assault and members who intervene on behalf of a victim.
(3) Additional training for commanders on methods and procedures to combat attitudes and beliefs that lead to retaliation acts by members.
(c)
Retaliation described
For purposes of this section, the term retaliation has the meaning given that term in the regulations issued by the Secretary of Defense pursuant to section 1709(b)(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 10 U.S.C. 113 note) and shall include ostracism and other acts of maltreatment designated by the Secretary pursuant to subparagraph (B) of such section.
(d)
Briefing
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall brief the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives on the comprehensive strategy required by subsection (a).
550.
Improved Department of Defense prevention and response to sexual assaults in which the victim is a male member of the Armed Forces
(a)
Plan to improve prevention and response
The Secretary of Defense, in collaboration with the Secretaries of the military departments, shall develop a plan to improve Department of Defense prevention and response to sexual assaults in which the victim is a male member of the Armed Forces.
(b)
Elements
The plan required by subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) Sexual assault prevention and response training to more comprehensively and directly address the incidence of male members of the Armed Forces who are sexually assaulted and how certain behavior and activities, such as hazing, can constitute a sexual assault.
(2) Methods to evaluate the extent to which differences exist in the medical and mental health-care needs of male and female sexual assault victims, and the care regimen, if any, that will best meet those needs.
(3) Data-driven decision making to improve male-victim sexual assault prevention and response program efforts.
(4) Goals with associated metrics to drive the changes needed to address sexual assaults of male members of the Armed Forces.
(5) Information about the sexual victimization of males in communications to members that are used to raise awareness of sexual assault and efforts to prevent and respond to it.
(6) Guidance for the department’s medical and mental health providers, and other personnel as appropriate, based on the results of the evaluation described in paragraph (2), that delineates these gender-specific distinctions and the care regimen that is recommended to most effectively meet those needs.
551.
Sexual assault prevention and response training for administrators and instructors of the Junior and Senior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps
(a)
Training and education required
The Secretary of a military department shall ensure that the commander of each unit of the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps or Senior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps and all Professors of Military Science, senior military instructors, and civilian employees detailed, assigned, or employed as administrators and instructors of the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps receive regular sexual assault prevention and response training and education.
(b)
Additional information
The Secretary of a military department shall ensure that information regarding the availability of legal assistance and the sexual assault prevention and response program is made available to the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps personnel referred to in subsection (a).
552.
Modification of Manual for Courts-Martial to require consistent preparation of the full record of trial
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, Rule 1103 of the Manual for Courts-Martial (relating to preparation of the record of trial) shall be amended to ensure that, for any general or special court-martial proceeding under chapter 47 of title 10, United States Code (the Uniform Code of Military Justice), trial counsel shall prepare a complete record of trial, consisting of each available content item, matter, or attachment specified in the Rule. No content item, matter, or attachment may be exempted based on the outcome of the court-martial proceeding.
553.
Inclusion of additional information in annual reports regarding Department of Defense sexual assault prevention and response
(a)
Role of Department of Defense Family Advocacy Program
Section 1631(b) of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 10 U.S.C. 1561 note) is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1), by inserting after by the report, the following: including all cases under the purview of the Department of Defense Family Advocacy Program pursuant to section 1058 of title 10, United States Code,;
(2) in paragraph (2), by inserting after by the report, the following: including all cases under the purview of the Department of Defense Family Advocacy Program pursuant to such section 1058,; and
(3) in paragraph (3), by inserting after substantiated case, the following: including each case under the purview of the Department of Defense Family Advocacy Program pursuant to such section 1058,.
(b)
Inclusion of information regarding sexual harassment involving members of the Armed Forces
(1)
In general
Section 1631(b) of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 10 U.S.C. 1561 note) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(12) Information and data collected on sexual harassment involving members of the Armed Forces during the year covered by the report. The information shall include the number of substantiated and unsubstantiated cases, a synopsis of each such substantiated case, and the action taken in each substantiated case, including the type of disciplinary or administrative sanction imposed, if any, such as conviction and sentence by court-martial, imposition of non-judicial punishment under section 815 of title 10, United States Code (article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), or administrative separation or other type administrative action imposed.
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(2)
Secretary of Defense assessment of information in reports to Congress
Section 1631(d)(2) of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 10 U.S.C. 1561 note) is amended by striking subsection (b)(11) and inserting paragraphs (11) and (12) of subsection (b).
(c)
Retaliation against alleged victims of sexual assault
Section 1631(b) of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 10 U.S.C. 1561 note) is amended by inserting after paragraph (12), as added by subsection (b), the following new paragraph:
(13)
(A) Information and data collected on reports of retaliation against alleged victims of sexual assault, including the number of substantiated and unsubstantiated cases.
(B) In this paragraph, the term retaliation has the meaning given such term by the Secretary of Defense as required by section 1709(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 962; 10 U.S.C. 113 note).
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(d)
Application of amendments
The amendments made by this section shall take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and apply beginning with the reports required to be submitted by March 1, 2016, under section 1631 of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 10 U.S.C. 1561 note).
554.
Retention of case notes in investigations of sex-related offenses involving members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps
(a)
Retention of all investigative records required
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall update Department of Defense records retention policies to ensure that, for all investigations relating to an alleged sex-related offense (as defined in section 1044e(g) of title 10, United States Code) involving a member of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps, all elements of the case file shall be retained as part of the investigative records retained in accordance with section 3500 of title 18, United States Code, and section 586 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 10 U.S.C. 1561 note).
(b)
Elements
In updating records retention policies as required by subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall address, at a minimum, the following matters:
(1) The elements of the case file to be retained must include, at a minimum, the case activity record, case review record, investigative plans, and all case notes made by an investigating agent or agents.
(2) All investigative records must be retained for no less than 50 years.
(3) No element of the case file may be destroyed until the expiration of the time that investigative records must be kept.
(4) Records may be stored digitally or in hard copy, in accordance with existing law or regulations or additionally prescribed policy considered necessary by the Secretary of the military department concerned.
(c)
Consistent education and policy
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that existing policy, education, and training are updated to reflect policy changes in accordance with subsection (a).
(d)
Uniform application to military departments
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that, to the maximum extent practicable, the policy developed under subsections (a) is implemented uniformly by the military departments.
555.
Additional guidance regarding release of mental health records of Department of Defense medical treatment facilities in cases involving any sex-related offense
The Secretary of Defense shall establish and issue uniform guidance to ensure that, with respect to any case involving any sex-related offense, mental health records of the alleged victim of the sex-related offense and communications related to such mental health records that are maintained by a Department of Defense medical treatment facility are neither sought by investigators or military justice practitioners nor acknowledged or released by the medical treatment facility unless and until the production of such mental health records or communications has been ordered by a military judge or a hearing officer described in section 832(b) of title 10, United States Code (article 32 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice).
556.
Public availability of records of certain proceedings under the Uniform Code of Military Justice
(a)
Public availability required
The Secretary of Defense shall make available, electronically through a website of the Department of Defense, to the public all information specified in subsection (c) (subject to such exceptions as may apply under subsection (d)) for all of the proceedings under the Uniform Code of Military Justice specified in subsection (b).
(b)
Covered proceedings
The system established under subsection (a) shall contain information for the following proceedings under chapter 47 of title 10, United States Code (the Uniform Code of Military Justice):
(1) Special and general courts-martial under subchapter IV of such chapter.
(2) Actions by the convening authority under section 860 of such title (article 60).
(3) Reviews conducted by the Courts of Criminal Appeals under section 866 of such title (article 66).
(4) Reviews conducted by the Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces under section 867 of such title (article 67).
(c)
Covered information
Except as provided in subsection (d), the following information, either directly or through links to another website, shall be made available through the system established under subsection (a) as soon as the information is reasonably available:
(1) The location of the proceeding and contact information for each base and court jurisdiction, including, when applicable, the name and telephone number of the legal office with jurisdiction over the proceeding.
(2) The calendar of proceedings.
(3) The docket information for the proceeding.
(4) Any motions and documents filed in connection with the proceeding.
(5) The substance of all written rulings and opinions issued in the proceeding, in a text-searchable format.
(6) The authenticated record of the proceeding.
(7) Any other information related to the proceeding that the Secretary of Defense determines to be useful to the public.
(d)
Protection of privacy and security
(1)
Revision of manual for courts-martial
The Manual for Courts-Martial shall be updated to address privacy and security concerns related to the electronic filing of documents and the public availability of documents made available through the system established under subsection (a). Such guidance must consider, at minimum, the protection of privacy of individuals named in records and status of records under section 552 of title 5, United States Code (commonly referred to as the Freedom of Information Act), section 552a of such title (commonly referred to as the Privacy Act), restricted reporting cases, and laws and guidance related to privilege. Such guidance shall provide to the extent practicable for uniform treatment of privacy and security issues throughout each proceeding specified in subsection (b) and across all branches of the Armed Forces. To the extent that such guidance provide for the redaction of certain categories of information to address privacy and security concerns, such guidance shall provide that a party that wishes to file an otherwise proper document containing such information may file an unredacted document under seal, which shall be retained as part of the proceeding as part of the record, and which, at the discretion of the court and subject to any applicable guidance issued in the Manual for Courts Martial, shall be either in lieu of, or in addition, to, a redacted copy in the public file.
(2)
Interim guidance
The Secretary of Defense may issue interim guidance, and interpretive statements relating to the application of such guidance, which conform to the requirements of paragraph (1) and which shall cease to have effect upon the effective date of the guidance required under paragraph (1). Pending issuance of the guidance required under paragraph (1), any guidance or order of any court, or of the Secretary of Defense, providing for the redaction of certain categories of information in order to address privacy and security concerns arising from electronic filing shall comply with, and be construed in conformity with, the last sentence of paragraph (1).
(e)
Electronic filings
(1)
In general
Except as provided in subsection (d) or under paragraph (2), each court-martial and the courts specified in paragraphs (4) and (5) of subsection (b) shall make each document that is filed electronically with the court available to the public through a website of the Department of Defense. To the extent practicable, the court shall convert any document that is filed in paper form to electronic form. To the extent such conversions are made, all such electronic versions of the document shall be made available to the public.
(2)
Exception
Paragraph (1) does not apply to any filed document that is not otherwise available to the public, such as a document filed under seal.
(f)
Maintenance of data
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that the information in the system established under subsection (a) is updated regularly and kept reasonably current. Electronic files and docket information for a proceeding closed for more than five years are not required to be made available through the system, except all written opinions with a date of issuance after the date specified in subsection (h) shall remain available to the public through the system.
(g)
Authorization to charge fees
The Secretary of Defense may prescribe reasonable fees for access to information made available through the system established under subsection (a). These fees may distinguish between classes of persons, and shall provide for exempting persons or classes of persons from the fees, in order to avoid unreasonable burdens and to promote public access to such information. The Secretary of Defense shall prescribe a schedule of reasonable fees for electronic access to information which the Secretary is required to maintain and make available to the public. The Secretary of Defense shall transmit each schedule of fees prescribed under this subsection to the Congress at least 30 days before the schedule of fees becomes effective.
(h)
Effective date and applicability
The information system required by this section shall be available to the public no later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act and apply to all proceedings under the Uniform Code of Military Justice specified in subsection (b) that have begun or been completed since the date of enactment of this Act.
557.
Revision of Department of Defense Directive-type Memorandum 15–003, relating to Registered Sex Offender Identification, Notification, and Monitoring in the Department of Defense
(a)
Revision required; database
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall revise Department of Defense Directive-type Memorandum 15–003, relating to Registered Sex Offender Identification, Notification, and Monitoring in the Department of Defense, and all subsequent directive and guidance to ensure the following:
(1) All provisions of the Department of Defense Directive-type Memorandum 15–003 shall go into effect not later than 180 days after its revision under this section.
(2) The Department of Defense shall create a database (in this section referred to as the database) to track the following sex offenders:
(A) Sex offenders who are active-duty or reserve component members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps or civilian employees of the Department of Defense.
(B) Former active-duty or reserve component members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps who have been convicted of a sex offense under chapter 47 of title 10, United States Code (the Uniform Code of Military Justice), if not already covered by subparagraph (A).
(3) For each individual identified in the database pursuant to paragraph (2)(A), the database shall contain the following information:
(A) The name of the sex offender (including any alias used by the individual).
(B) The Social Security number of the sex offender.
(C) A physical description of the sex offender.
(D) A current photograph of the sex offender.
(E) The address of each residence at which the sex offender resides.
(F) The name and address of any place where the sex offender is an employee, including the sex offender’s current assignment, duty station, physical place of work, and deployment status, if applicable.
(G) The name and address of any place where the sex offender is a student.
(H) The text of the provision of law defining the criminal offense for which the sex offender is registered in accordance with the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–248; 120 Stat. 587) or other Federal, State, or local laws.
(I) The criminal history of the sex offender, including the date of all arrests and convictions; the status of parole, probation, or supervised release; registration status in accordance with the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–248; 120 Stat. 587) or other applicable Federal, State, or local laws; and the existence of any outstanding arrest warrants for the sex offender.
(J) Any other information required by Secretary of Defense.
(4) For each individual identified in the database pursuant to paragraph (2)(B), the database shall contain the following information:
(A) The name of the sex offender (including any alias used by the individual).
(B) The Social Security number of the sex offender.
(C) A physical description of the sex offender.
(D) A current photograph of the sex offender.
(E) The last known address of each residence of the sex offender and, if released or about to be released from a military correctional facility, the intended address of residence of the sex offender.
(F) The text of the provision of law defining the criminal offense for which the sex offender is registered in accordance with the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–248; 120 Stat. 587) or other Federal, State, or local laws.
(G) The criminal history of the sex offender, including the date of all arrests and convictions; the status of parole, probation, or supervised release; registration status in accordance with the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–248; 120 Stat. 587) or other Federal, State, or local laws; and the existence of any outstanding arrest warrants for the sex offender.
(H) Any other information required by Secretary of Defense.
(5) The database shall be available to local, State, and Federal law enforcement agencies. In the case of each individual identified in the database pursuant to paragraph (2)(B) who fails to register with a sex offender registry in accordance with the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–248; 120 Stat. 587) or other applicable Federal, State, or local laws, the Secretary of Defense shall make available on the Internet, in a manner that is readily accessible to the public, the following information:
(A) The name of the sex offender (including any alias used by the individual).
(B) A physical description of the sex offender.
(C) A most recent photograph of the sex offender.
(D) The last known address of each residence of the sex offender and, if applicable, the intended address of residence of the sex offender.
(E) The criminal offense for which the sex offender is registered in accordance with the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–248; 120 Stat. 587) or other applicable Federal, State, or local laws.
(F) Notification that the sex offender has failed to register on a sex offender registry in accordance with Federal, State, or local laws.
(G) Any other information required by Secretary of Defense, in accordance with existing laws and regulations.
(b)
Reporting requirements
Section 1631(b) of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 10 U.S.C. 1561 note) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(12) The number of individuals released from active-duty as a members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps as a result of a conviction of a sex-related offense, including the number who have registered with a local sex offender registry in accordance with local, State, and Federal law and the number who have failed to register with a local sex offender registry in accordance with local, State, and Federal law.
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(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) In this section, the term sex offender means an individual who is required to be placed on a sexual offender registry by Federal, State, or local laws, including the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–248; 120 Stat. 587).
(2) In this section, the term sex offense means an offense in a category of conduct punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice specified by the Secretary of Defense pursuant to section 115(a)(8)(C)(i) of Public Law 105–119 (10 U.S.C. 951 note).
558.
Improved implementation of changes to Uniform Code of Military Justice
The Secretary of Defense shall examine the Department of Defense and interagency review process for implementing statutory changes to the Uniform Code of Military Justice for the purpose of developing options for streamlining such process. The Secretary shall adopt procedures to ensure that legal guidance is published at the same time as statutory changes to the Uniform Code of Military Justice are implemented.
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Member Education, Training, and Transition
561.
Availability of preseparation counseling for members of the Armed Forces discharged or released after limited active duty
Section 1142(a)(4) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (A), by striking that member's first 180 days of active duty and inserting the first 180 continuous days of active duty of the member; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(C) For purposes of calculating the days of active duty of a member under subparagraph (A), the Secretary concerned shall exclude any day on which—
(i) the member performed full-time training duty or annual training duty; and
(ii) the member attended, while in the active military service, a school designated as a service school by law or by the Secretary concerned.
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562.
Availability of additional training opportunities under Transition Assistance Program
Section 1144 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(f)
Additional training opportunities
(1) As part of the program carried out under this section, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating, when the Coast Guard is not operating within the Department of the Navy, shall permit a member of the armed forces eligible for assistance under the program to elect to receive additional training in any of the following subjects:
(A) Preparation for higher education or training.
(B) Preparation for career or technical training.
(C) Preparation for entrepreneurship.
(D) Other training options determined by the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating, when the Coast Guard is not operating within the Department of the Navy.
(2) The Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating, when the Coast Guard is not operating within the Department of the Navy, shall ensure that a member of the armed forces who elects to receive additional training in subjects available under paragraph (1) is able to receive the training.
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563.
Enhancements to Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program
(a)
Scope and purpose
Section 582(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended by striking combat veteran.
(b)
Eligibility
(1)
Definition
Section 582 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(l)
Eligible individuals defined
For the purposes of this section, the term eligible individual means a member of a reserve component, a member of their family, or a designated representative who the Secretary of Defense determines to be eligible for the Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program.
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(2)
Conforming amendments
Section 582 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended—
(A) in subsection (a), by striking National Guard and Reserve members and their families and inserting eligible individuals;
(B) in subsection (b), by striking members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces, their families, and inserting eligible individuals;
(C) in subsection (d)(2)(C), by striking members of the Armed Forces and their families and inserting eligible individuals;
(D) in subsection (h), in the matter preceding paragraph (1)—
(i) by striking members of the Armed Forces and their family members and inserting eligible individuals; and
(ii) by striking such members and their family members and inserting such eligible individuals;
(E) in subsection (j), by striking members of the Armed Forces and their families and inserting eligible individuals; and
(F) in subsection (k), by striking individual members of the Armed Forces and their families and inserting eligible individuals.
(c)
Office for reintegration programs
Section 582(d) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (1)(B), by striking substance abuse and mental health treatment services and inserting substance abuse, mental health treatment, and other quality of life services; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(3)
Grants
The Office for Reintegration Programs may make grants to conduct data collection, trend analysis, and curriculum development and to prepare reports in support of activities under this section.
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(d)
Operation of program
(1)
Enhanced flexibility
Subsection (g) of section 582 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended to read as follows:
(g)
Operation of program
(1)
In general
The Office for Reintegration Programs shall assist State National Guard and Reserve organizations with the development and provision of information, events, and activities to support the health and well-being of eligible individuals before, during, and after periods of activation, mobilization, or deployment.
(2)
Focus of information, events, and activities
(A)
Before activation, mobilization, or deployment
Before a period of activation, mobilization, or deployment, the information, events, and activities described in paragraph (1) should focus on preparing eligible individuals and affected communities for the rigors of activation, mobilization, and deployment.
(B)
During activation, mobilization, or deployment
During such a period, the information, events, and activities described in paragraph (1) should focus on—
(i) helping eligible individuals cope with the challenges and stress associated with such period;
(ii) decreasing the isolation of eligible individuals during such period; and
(iii) preparing eligible individuals for the challenges associated with reintegration.
(C)
After activation, mobilization, or deployment
After such a period, but no earlier than 30 days after demobilization, the information, events, and activities described in paragraph (1) should focus on—
(i) reconnecting the member with their families, friends, and communities;
(ii) providing information on employment opportunities;
(iii) helping eligible individuals deal with the challenges of reintegration;
(iv) ensuring that eligible individuals understand what benefits they are entitled to and what resources are available to help them overcome the challenges of reintegration; and
(v) providing a forum for addressing negative behaviors related to operational stress and reintegration.
(3)
Member pay
Members shall receive appropriate pay for days spent attending such events and activities.
(4)
Minimum number of events and activities
The State National Guard and Reserve Organizations shall provide to eligible individuals—
(A) one event or activity before a period of activation, mobilization, or deployment;
(B) one event or activity during a period of activation, mobilization, or deployment; and
(C) two events or activities after a period of activation, mobilization, or deployment.
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(2)
Conforming amendments
Section 582 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended—
(A) in subsection (a), by striking throughout the entire deployment cycle;
(B) in subsection (b)—
(i) by striking well-being through the 4 phases through the end of the subsection and inserting well-being.;
(ii) in the heading, by striking ; Deployment Cycle;
(C) in subsection (d)(2)(C), by striking throughout the deployment cycle described in subsection (g); and
(D) in the heading of subsection (f), by striking State Deployment Cycle.
(e)
Additional permitted outreach service
Section 582(h) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(16) Stress management and positive coping skills.
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(f)
Support of department-wide suicide prevention efforts
Section 582 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended by inserting after subsection (h) the following new subsection:
(i)
Support of suicide prevention efforts
The Office for Reintegration Programs shall assist the Defense Suicide Prevention Office and the Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury to collect and analyze information, suggestions, and best practices from State National Guard and Reserve organizations with suicide prevention and community response programs.
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(g)
Name change
Section 582(d)(1)(B) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended by striking Substance Abuse and the Mental Health Services Administration and inserting Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
564.
Appointments to military service academies from nominations made by Delegates in Congress from the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
(a)
United States Military Academy
Section 4342(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in paragraph (6), by striking Three and inserting Four;
(2) in paragraph (8), by striking Three and inserting Four;
(3) in paragraph (9), by striking Two and inserting Three; and
(4) in paragraph (10), by striking Two and inserting Three.
(b)
United States Naval Academy
Section 6954(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in paragraph (6), by striking Three and inserting Four;
(2) in paragraph (8), by striking Three and inserting Four;
(3) in paragraph (9), by striking Two and inserting Three; and
(4) in paragraph (10), by striking Two and inserting Three.
(c)
United States Air Force Academy
Section 9342(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in paragraph (6), by striking Three and inserting Four;
(2) in paragraph (8), by striking Three and inserting Four;
(3) in paragraph (9), by striking Two and inserting Three; and
(4) in paragraph (10), by striking Two and inserting Three.
(d)
Effective Date
The amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to the nomination of candidates for appointment to the United States Military Academy, the United States Naval Academy, and the United States Air Force Academy for classes entering these military service academies after the date of the enactment of this Act.
565.
Recognition of additional involuntary mobilization duty authorities exempt from five-year limit on reemployment rights of persons who serve in the uniformed services
Section 4312(c)(4)(A) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting after 12304, the following: 12304a, 12304b,.
566.
Job Training and Post-Service Placement Executive Committee
Section 320 of title 38, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subsection (b)(2), by inserting a subordinate Job Training and Post-Service Placement Executive Committee, before and such other committees;
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(e)
Job Training and Post-Service Placement Executive Committee
The Job Training and Post-Service Placement Executive Committee described in subsection (b)(2) shall—
(1) review existing policies, procedures, and practices of the Departments (including the military departments) with respect to job training and post-service placement programs; and
(2) identify changes to such policies, procedures, and practices to improve job training and post-service placement.
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(3) in subsection (d)(2), by inserting , including with respect to job training and post-service placement before the period at the end.
567.
Direct employment pilot program for members of the National Guard and Reserve
(a)
Program authority
The Secretary of Defense may carry out a pilot program to enhance the efforts of the Department of Defense to provide job placement assistance and related employment services directly to members in the National Guard and Reserves.
(b)
Administration
The pilot program shall be offered to, and administered by, the adjutants general appointed under section 314 of title 32, United States Code.
(c)
Cost-sharing requirement
As a condition on the provision of funds under this section to a State to support the operation of the pilot program in the State, the State must agree to contribute an amount, derived from non-Federal sources, equal to at least 30 percent of the funds provided by the Secretary of Defense under this section.
(d)
Direct Employment Program Model
The pilot program should follow a job placement program model that focuses on working one-on-one with a member of a reserve component to cost-effectively provide job placement services, including services such as identifying unemployed and under employed members, job matching services, resume editing, interview preparation, and post-employment follow up. Development of the pilot program should be informed by State direct employment programs for members of the reserve components, such as the programs conducted in California and South Carolina.
(e)
Evaluation
The Secretary of Defense shall develop outcome measurements to evaluate the success of the pilot program.
(f)
Reporting requirements
(1)
Report Required
Not later than March 1, 2019, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report describing the results of the pilot program. The Secretary shall prepare the report in coordination with the Chief of the National Guard Bureau.
(2)
Elements of Report
A report under paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) A description and assessment of the effectiveness and achievements of the pilot program, including the number of members of the reserve components hired and the cost-per-placement of participating members.
(B) An assessment of the impact of the pilot program and increased reserve component employment levels on the readiness of members of the reserve components.
(C) A comparison of the pilot program to other programs conducted by the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs to provide unemployment and underemployment support to members of the reserve components and veterans.
(D) Any other matters considered appropriate by the Secretary.
(g)
Limitation on total fiscal-year obligations
The total amount obligated by the Secretary of Defense to carry out the pilot program for any fiscal year may not exceed $20,000,000.
(h)
Duration of Authority
(1)
In general
The authority to carry out the pilot program expires September 30, 2018.
(2)
Extension
Upon the expiration of the authority under paragraph (1), the Secretary of Defense may extend the pilot program for not more than two additional fiscal years.
568.
Program regarding civilian credentialing for skills required for certain military occupational specialties
Section 558 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 10 U.S.C. 2015 note) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(e)
Inclusion of specified military occupational specialties
The pilot program required by this section shall include at a minimum the following military occupational specialties:
(1) Army 31B Military Police.
(2) Navy MA Master-At-Arms.
(3) Air Force 3P0X1 Security Forces.
(4) Marine Corps 5811 Military Police.
(5) Army 11B Infantryman.
(6) Marine Corps 0311 Rifleman.
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569.
Mariner training
Section 2015 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (e); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (c) the following new subsection (d):
(d)
Special rules for mariner duties
(1) The program required by subsection (a) shall ensure to the greatest extent practicable that—
(A) members of the armed forces whose duties are primarily as a mariner receive training opportunities necessary to meet the requirements for licenses, certificates of registry, and merchant mariners’ documents issued under part E of subtitle II of title 46, and to acquire a Convention on Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers endorsement to such licenses and documents;
(B) such members assigned to a vessel’s deck and engineering departments have a designated path to meet the requirements for such licenses, documents, and endorsement commensurate with their positional responsibilities;
(C) courses in marine navigation, leadership, operation, and maintenance taken while such a member is in the armed forces are submitted to the National Maritime Center for use in assessments of the fulfillment by the member of the requirements for receiving such licenses, documents, and endorsement; and
(D) such members in the deck and engineering departments have the opportunity to attend merchant mariner credentialing programs that meet training requirements not offered by the armed forces.
(2) The Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall ensure that any assessment of the training and experience of an applicant who is or has been a member of the armed forces is conducted without any limitation related to the member’s military pay grade.
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570.
Report on civilian and military education to respond to future threats
(a)
In general
Not later than June 1, 2016, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report describing both civilian and military education requirements necessary to meet any threats anticipated in the future security environment as described in the quadrennial defense review. Such report shall include—
(1) an assessment of the learning outcomes required of future members of the Armed Forces and senior military leaders to meet such threats;
(2) an assessment of the shortfalls in current professional military education requirements in meeting such threats;
(3) an assessment of successful professional military education programs that further the ability of the Department of Defense to meet such threats;
(4) recommendations of subjects to be covered by civilian elementary and secondary schools in order to better prepare students for potential military service;
(5) recommendations of subjects to be included in professional military education programs;
(6) recommendations on whether partnerships between the Department of Defense and private institutions of higher education (as defined in section 101(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001(a))) would help meet such threats; and
(7) an identification of opportunities for the United States to strengthen its leadership role in the future security environment and a description of how the recommendations made in this report contribute to capitalizing on such opportunities.
(b)
Updated reports
Not later than 10 months after date of the publication of each subsequent quadrennial defense review, the Secretary of Defense shall update the report described under subsection (a) and shall submit such report to the congressional defense committees.
570a.
Availability of cyber security and IT certifications for Department of Defense personnel critical to network defense
(a)
In general
Section 2015 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subsection (a)—
(A) by striking to obtain and inserting and when appropriate, other Department of Defense personnel, to obtain; and
(B) by adding or industry recognized between professional and credentials; and
(2) in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following:
(3) The authority under paragraph (1) may be used to pay the expenses of a member of the active Air Force, Army, Navy, Coast Guard, the reserve components, defense contractors, or civilians with access to information systems and identified as critical to network defense to obtain professional and industry recognized credentials related to information technology and cyber security functions.
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(b)
Construction
No additional funds are authorized to be appropriated to carry out the amendments made by this section, and such amendments shall be carried out using amounts otherwise made available for such purposes.
G
Defense Dependents' Education and Military Family Readiness Matters
571.
Continuation of authority to assist local educational agencies that benefit dependents of members of the Armed Forces and Department of Defense civilian employees
(a)
Assistance to schools with significant numbers of military dependent students
Of the amount authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 by section 301 and available for operation and maintenance for Defense-wide activities as specified in the funding table in section 4301, $30,000,000 shall be available only for the purpose of providing assistance to local educational agencies under subsection (a) of section 572 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006 (Public Law 109–163; 20 U.S.C. 7703b).
(b)
Local educational agency defined
In this section, the term local educational agency has the meaning given that term in section 8013(9) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7713(9)).
572.
Extension of authority to conduct family support programs for immediate family members of members of the Armed Forces assigned to special operations forces
Section 554(f) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 10 U.S.C. 1785 note) is amended by striking 2016 and inserting 2018.
573.
Support for efforts to improve academic achievement and transition of military dependent students
The Secretary of Defense may make grants to nonprofit organizations that provide services to improve the academic achievement of military dependent students, including those nonprofit organizations whose programs focus on improving the civic responsibility of military dependent students and their understanding of the Federal Government through direct exposure to the operations of the Federal Government.
574.
Study regarding feasibility of using DEERS to track dependents of members of the Armed Forces and Department of Defense civilian employees who are elementary or secondary education students
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report containing the results of a study regarding the feasibility of using the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) to maintain records of where students who are dependents of members of the Armed Forces or Department of Defense civilian employees are enrolled in elementary or secondary education, be it private, public, or home-schooled.
575.
Sense of Congress regarding support for dependents of members of the Armed Forces attending specialized camps
(a)
Findings
Congress makes the following findings:
(1) It has been shown that some members of the Armed Forces have a difficult time transitioning back into civilian life due to post-traumatic stress and other behavioral health disorders from traumatic events they experienced during combat.
(2) The children of returning members of the Armed Forces who suffer from post-traumatic stress and other behavioral health disorders often also suffer from severe distress due to the lack of a stable home environment and loss of a strong parental figure for guidance.
(3) The children of members of the Armed Forces who are in severe distress can be helped by being given the opportunity to participate in intensive specialized programs outside of their regular environment with other children who are going through similar situations.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that the Department of Defense should continue to support dependents of members of the Armed Forces in attending camps offered by nonprofit organizations that are using evidence-based practices to provide support to children grieving the loss of a parent, guardian, or sibling, or who have a parent, guardian, or sibling who suffers from post-traumatic stress or a behavioral health disorder.
H
Decorations and Awards
581.
Authorization for award of the Distinguished-Service Cross for acts of extraordinary heroism during the Korean War
Notwithstanding the time limitations specified in section 3744 of title 10, United States Code, or any other time limitation with respect to the awarding of certain medals to persons who served in the Armed Forces, the Secretary of the Army may award the Distinguished-Service Cross under section 3742 of such title to Edward Halcomb who, while serving in Korea as a member of the United States Army in the grade of Private First Class in Company B, 1st Battalion, 29th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, distinguished himself by acts of extraordinary heroism from August 20, 1950, to October 19, 1950, during the Korean War.
582.
Limitation on authority of Secretaries of the military departments regarding revocation of combat valor awards
(a)
Prohibition
Chapter 57 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 1133 the following new section:
1133a.
Limitation on revocation of combat valor awards
The Secretary of a military department may not revoke a combat valor award awarded to a member of the armed forces under the jurisdiction of that Secretary unless the conduct of the member during the period of service during which the distinguished act occurred was not honorable. The Secretary may not consider the characterization of the member’s service outside of the actual time period covered by the award.
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 57 of such title is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1133 the following new item:
1133a. Limitation on revocation of combat valor awards.
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583.
Award of Purple Heart to members of the Armed Forces who were victims of the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, bombing
Notwithstanding section 571(a)(2) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3387), the Secretary of the military department concerned shall award the Purple Heart pursuant to section 1129a of title 10, United States Code, to the following members of the Armed Forces who were killed in the bombing that occurred at the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on April 19, 1995:
(1) Sergeant First Class Lola Renee Bolden, United States Army.
(2) Sergeant Benjamin Laranzo Davis, United States Marine Corps.
(3) Captain Randolph Albert Guzman, United States Marine Corps.
(4) Airman First Class Lakesha Racquel Levy, United States Air Force.
(5) Airman First Class Cartney Jean Mcraven, United States Air Force.
(6) Master Sergeant Victoria Lee Sohn, United States Army.
584.
Atomic veterans service medal
(a)
Service medal required
The Secretary of Defense shall design and produce a military service medal, to be known as the Atomic Veterans Service Medal, to honor retired and former members of the Armed Forces who are radiation-exposed veterans (as such term is defined in section 1112(c)(3) of title 38, United States Code).
(b)
Distribution of medal
(1)
Issuance to retired and former members
At the request of a radiation-exposed veteran, the Secretary of Defense shall issue the Atomic Veterans Service Medal to the veteran.
(2)
Issuance to next-of-kin
In the case of a radiation-exposed veteran who is deceased, the Secretary may provide for issuance of the Atomic Veterans Service Medal to the next-of-kin of the person.
(3)
Application
The Secretary shall prepare and disseminate as appropriate an application by which radiation-exposed veterans and their next-of-kin may apply to receive the Atomic Veterans Service Medal.
585.
Posthumous commission as captain in the regular Army for Milton Holland
(a)
Posthumous commission
Milton Holland, who, while sergeant major of the 5th Regiment, United States Colored Infantry, was awarded the Medal of Honor in recognition of his action on September 29, 1864, during the Battle of Chapin’s Farm, Virginia, when, as the citation for the medal states, he took command of Company C, after all the officers had been killed or wounded, and gallantly led it, shall be deemed for all purposes to have held the grade of captain in the regular Army, effective as of that date and continuing until his separation from the Army.
(b)
Prohibition of benefits
Section 1523 of title 10, United States Code, applies in the case of the posthumous commission described in subsection (a).
586.
Sense of Congress supporting the decision of the Army to posthumously promote Master Sergeant (retired) Naomi Horwitz to Sergeant Major
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) Naomi Horwitz was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1916.
(2) In 1942, Ms. Horwitz marched into the Army recruiters office and asked to join.
(3) Ms. Horwitz served with the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps, the Women’s Army Corps, and the Reserves.
(4) Ms. Horwitz served from 1942 until 1946 and reenlisted a few years later.
(5) On October 24, 1965, one of the proudest moments of her military career, Ms. Horwitz’s was promoted to the rank of Sergeant Major in the U.S. Army Reserve.
(6) As women were only eligible to hold the rank of Sergeant Major since 1960, Ms. Horwitz was one of only a handful of women to hold such rank during that time period.
(7) Despite her promotion, Ms. Horwitz was not allowed to hold the rank of Sergeant Major.
(8) Ms. Horwitz retired from the military in 1976 at a lower rank.
(9) After her retirement from the military, Ms. Horwitz was a tireless veteran’s advocate serving for decades with AMVETS Post 60, Jewish War Veterans, the American Legion Milwaukee Women's Post 448, the Allied Veterans Council of Milwaukee and the Veterans Day Parade Committee.
(10) Ms. Horwitz was named Veteran of the Year in Milwaukee County in 2004.
(11) In October 2014, Ms. Horwitz died at the age of 98.
(12) One of Ms. Horwitz’s final wishes was that one of the proudest moment of her Army career be reflected on her gravestone.
(13) In March 2015, the Secretary of the Army corrected this injustice and approved a request to posthumously promote Sergeant Major Horwitz.
(b)
Sense of Congress
Congress—
(1) joins the Army and our Nation in expressing our gratitude to Sergeant Major Naomi Horwitz for her 26 years of honorable military service and continued civilian service; and
(2) supports the decision of the Army to posthumously promote Master Sergeant (retired) Naomi Horwitz to Sergeant Major.
I
Reports and Other Matters
591.
Authority for United States Air Force Institute of Technology to charge and retain tuition for instruction of persons other than Air Force personnel detailed for instruction at the Institute
(a)
Institute instruction of persons other than air force personnel
Section 9314a of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating subsections (a), (c), (d), (e), and (f) as subsections (d), (e), (f), (g), and (h), respectively;
(2) by redesignating subsection (b) as paragraph (4) of subsection (d), as so redesignated; and
(3) by inserting before subsection (d), as so redesignated, the following new subsections:
(a)
Members of the Armed Forces Other Than the Air Force Who Are Detailed to the Institute
(1) The Department of the Army, the Department of the Navy, and the Department of Homeland Security shall bear the cost of the instruction at the Air Force Institute of Technology that is received by members of the armed forces detailed for that instruction by the Secretaries of the Army, Navy, and Homeland Security, respectively.
(2) Members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard may only be detailed for instruction at the Institute on a space-available basis.
(3) In the case of an enlisted member of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard detailed to receive instruction at the Institute, the Secretary of the Air Force shall charge the Secretary concerned only for such costs and fees as the Secretary considers appropriate (taking into consideration the admission of enlisted members on a space-available basis).
(b)
Federal civilian employees other than air force employees who are detailed to the institute
(1) The Institute shall charge tuition for the cost of providing instruction at the Institute for any civilian employee of a military department (other than a civilian employee of the Department of the Air Force), of another component of the Department of Defense, or of another Federal agency who is detailed to receive instruction at the Institute.
(2) The cost of any tuition charged an individual under this subsection shall be borne by the department, agency, or component that details the individual for instruction at the Institute.
(c)
Non-detailed persons
(1) The Secretary of the Air Force may permit persons described in paragraph (2) to receive instruction at the United States Air Force Institute of Technology on a space-available basis.
(2) Paragraph (1) applies to any of the following persons:
(A) A member of the armed forces not detailed for that instruction by the Secretary concerned.
(B) A civilian employee of a military department, of another component of the Department of Defense, of another Federal agency, or of a State’s National Guard not detailed for that instruction by the Secretary concerned or head of the other Department of Defense component, other Federal agency, or the National Guard.
(C) A United States citizen who is the recipient of a competitively selected Federal or Department of Defense sponsored scholarship or fellowship with a defense focus in areas of study related to the academic disciplines offered by the Air Force Institute of Technology and which requires a service commitment to the Federal government in exchange for educational financial assistance.
(3) If a scholarship or fellowship described in paragraph (2)(C) includes a stipend, the Institute may accept the stipend payment from the scholarship or fellowship sponsor and make a direct payment to the individual.
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(b)
Conforming amendments related to redesignation and other conforming amendments
Section 9314a of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subsection (d), as redesignated by subsection (a)(1)—
(A) by striking Admission Authorized and inserting Defense Industry Employees;
(B) in paragraph (1), by striking subsection (b) and inserting paragraph (4); and
(C) in paragraph (4), as redesignated by subsection (a)(2), by striking “Eligible Defense Industry Employees.—”;
(2) in subsection (f)(1), as redesignated by subsection (a)(1), by striking subsection (a)(1) and inserting subsection (d)(1);
(3) in subsection (g)(1), as redesignated by subsection (a)(1)—
(A) by striking under this section and inserting under subsections (c) and (d); and
(B) by inserting before the period at the end the following: who are detailed to receive instruction at the Institute under subsection (b); and
(4) in subsection (h), as redesignated by subsection (a)(1), by striking defense industry employees enrolled under this section and inserting persons enrolled under this section who are not members of the armed forces or Government civilian employees.
(c)
Conditions on admission of defense industry civilians
Subsection (e)(2) of section 9314a of title 10, United States Code, as redesignated by subsection (a)(1), is amended by striking will be done on a space-available basis and not require an increase in the size of the faculty and inserting will not require an increase in the permanently authorized size of the faculty.
(d)
Statutory reorganization
Chapter 901 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by transferring subsections (d) and (f) of section 9314 to the end of section 9314b and redesignating those subsections as subsections (c) and (d), respectively; and
(2) by striking subsection (e) of section 9314.
(e)
Clerical amendments
(1)
Section headings
(A) The heading of section 9314 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
9314.
United States Air Force Institute of Technology: degree granting authority
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(B) The heading of section 9314a of such title is amended to read as follows:
9314a.
United States Air Force Institute of Technology: reimbursement and tuition; instruction of persons other than Air Force personnel
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(2)
Table of sections
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 901 of such title is amended by striking the items relating to sections 9314 and 9314a and inserting the following new items:
9314. United States Air Force Institute of Technology: degree granting authority. 9314a. United States Air Force Institute of Technology: reimbursement and tuition; instruction of persons other than Air Force personnel.
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592.
Honoring certain members of the reserve components as veterans
(a)
Veteran status
(1)
In general
Chapter 1 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 107 the following new section:
107A.
Honoring as veterans certain persons who performed service in the reserve components
Any person who is entitled under chapter 1223 of title 10 to retired pay for nonregular service or, but for age, would be entitled under such chapter to retired pay for nonregular service shall be honored as a veteran but shall not be entitled to any benefit by reason of this section.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 107 the following new item:
107A. Honoring as veterans certain persons who performed service in the reserve components
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(b)
Clarification regarding benefits
No person may receive any benefit under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs solely by reason of section 107A of title 38, United States Code, as added by subsection (a).
593.
Sense of Congress regarding support for military divers
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) Military divers are serving and have served in the noble and self-sacrificing profession of military diving in the Armed Forces.
(2) Military divers were created at the turn of the twentieth century, the trademark of diving is the Mark Five Dive Helmet created in 1915.
(3) Military divers perform a dangerous and selfless task often without recognition, risking their lives on behalf of the United States.
(4) The United States will forever be in debt to personnel in the profession of military diving for their bravery and sacrifice in times of peace and war.
(4) People in the United States should express their recognition and gratitude for military divers and the diving profession.
(5) In 1939, when the submarine U.S.S. Squalus sank, Navy divers used an experimental rig to rescue all 33 sailors aboard the vessel who survived the initial sinking, and the divers were awarded the Medal of Honor for their role in the rescue.
(6) In 1941, after the attack on Pearl Harbor, Navy divers raised every battleship that was sunk at Pearl Harbor, to the surface (with the exception of the U.S.S. Arizona, U.S.S. Utah, and the U.S.S. Oklahoma).
(7) The raised ships were repaired and sent back out to fight the Imperial Japanese Navy.
(8) In 1986, when Space Shuttle Challenger exploded, Navy divers recovered the remains and debris.
(9) When TWA Flight 800, Swissair Flight 111, and EgyptAir Flight 990 crashed, among others, Navy divers recovered the remains and debris.
(10) In 1999, when John F. Kennedy Jr., Carolyn Bessette, and Lauren Bessette died in a plane crash, Navy divers recovered their remains and debris.
(11) In 2003, during the Quecreek Mine Rescue in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, Navy divers treated the recovered miners in Fly Away Recompression Chambers.
(b)
Sense of Congress
In light of the findings under subsection (a), Congress—
(1) reaffirms its support for the sacrifices made by military divers during the past 100 years;
(2) recognizes the sacrifices of those who have volunteered as military divers for their bravery; and
(3) encourages the Department of Defense to honor those who are serving and have served in the noble and self-sacrificing profession of military diving in the Armed Forces.
594.
Transfer and adoption of military animals
(a)
Availability for Adoption
Section 2583(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking may in the matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting shall.
(b)
Authorized Recipients
Subsection (c) of section 2583 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
(c)
Authorized Recipients
(1) A military animal shall be made available for adoption under this section, in order of recommended priority—
(A) by former handlers of the animal;
(B) by law enforcement agencies; and
(C) by other persons capable of humanely caring for the animal.
(2) If the Secretary of the military department concerned determines that an adoption is justified under subsection (a)(2) under circumstances under which the handler of a military working dog is wounded in action, the dog shall be made available for adoption only by the handler. If the Secretary of the military department concerned determines that such an adoption is justified under circumstances under which the handler of a military working dog is killed in action or dies of wounds received in action, the military working dog shall be made available for adoption only by a parent, child, spouse, or sibling of the deceased handler.
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595.
Coordination with non-government suicide prevention organizations and agencies to assist in reducing suicides
(a)
Policy required
(1)
In general
The Secretary of Defense shall develop a policy to coordinate the efforts of the Department of Defense and non-government suicide prevention organizations regarding—
(A) the use of such non-government organizations to reduce the number of suicides among members of the Armed Forces by comprehensively addressing the needs of members of the Armed Forces who have been identified as being at risk of suicide;
(B) the delineation of the responsibilities within the Department of Defense regarding interaction with such organizations; and
(C) the collection of data regarding the efficacy and cost of coordinating with such organizations; and
(D) the preparation and preservation of any reporting material the Secretary determines necessary to carry out this section.
(2)
Selection of organizations
The policy required by paragraph (1) shall include a policy on the identification of appropriate non-government organizations by the Secretary of Defense using factors developed by the Secretary. Such factors shall include—
(A) the record of an organization in reducing suicide rates among participants in the programs carried out by the organization;
(B) the familiarity of an organization with the structure, ethos, and environment of the Armed Forces;
(C) the demonstrated experience of an organization in understanding and working with injured and disabled members of the Armed Forces, including those who were injured in combat;
(D) the expertise of an organization in improving the emotional well being, mental clarity, and ability to perform missions of program participants; and
(E) the expertise of an organization in improving the health and fitness of program participants.
(3)
Authority of Secretary of Defense
The Secretary of Defense shall be authorized to take any necessary measures to prevent suicides by members of the Armed Forces, including by facilitating the access of members of the Armed Forces to successful non-governmental treatment regimen.
(4)
Consultation
In developing the policy under this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall consult with the Secretaries of each of the military departments and the Chief of the National Guard Bureau.
(b)
Submission and implementation
(1)
Submission
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives a copy of the policy developed under this section.
(2)
Deadline for implementation
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that the policy developed under this section is implemented by not later than the date that is 180 days after the submission of the policy under paragraph (1).
596.
Sense of Congress on desirability of service-wide adoption of Gold Star Installation Access Card
It is the sense of Congress that the Secretary of each military department and the Secretary of the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating should—
(1) provide for the issuance of a Gold Star Installation Access Card to Gold Star family members who are the survivors of deceased members of the Armed Forces in order to expedite the ability of a Gold Star family member to gain unescorted access to military installations for the purpose of obtaining the on-base services and benefits for which the Gold Star family member is entitled or eligible;
(2) work jointly to ensure that a Gold Star Installation Access Card issued to a Gold Star family member by one Armed Force is accepted for access to military installations of another Armed Force; and
(3) in developing, issuing, and accepting the Gold Star Installation Access Card—
(A) prevent fraud in the procurement or use of the Gold Star Installation Access Card;
(B) limit installation access to those areas that provide the services and benefits for which the Gold Star family member is entitled or eligible; and
(C) ensure that the availability and use of the Gold Star Installation Access Card does not adversely affect military installation security.
597.
Annual report on performance of regional offices of the Department of Veterans Affairs
Section 7734 of title 38, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in the first sentence, by inserting before the period the following: and on the performance of any regional office that fails to meet its administrative goals;
(2) in paragraph (2), by striking and;
(3) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and
(4) by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph (3):
(3) in the case of any regional office that, for the year covered by the report, did not meet the administrative goal of no claim pending for more than 125 days and an accuracy rating of 98 percent—
(A) a signed statement prepared by the individual serving as director of the regional office as of the date of the submittal of the report containing—
(i) an explanation for why the regional office did not meet the goal;
(ii) a description of the additional resources needed to enable the regional office to reach the goal; and
(iii) a description of any additional actions planned for the subsequent year that are proposed to enable the regional office to meet the goal; and
(B) a statement prepared by the Under Secretary for Benefits explaining how the failure of the regional office to meet the goal affected the performance evaluation of the director of the regional office; and
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598.
Preliminary mental health screenings for individuals becoming members of the Armed Forces
(a)
In general
Chapter 31 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
520d.
Preliminary mental health screenings
(a)
Provision of mental health screening
Before any individual enlists in an armed force or is commissioned as an officer in an armed force, the Secretary concerned shall provide the individual with a mental health screening.
(b)
Use of screening
(1) The Secretary shall use the results of a mental screening conducted under subsection (a) as a baseline for any subsequent mental health examinations of the individual, including such examinations provided under sections 1074f and 1074m of this title.
(2) The Secretary may not consider the results of a mental health screening conducted under subsection (a) in determining the promotion of a member of the armed forces.
(c)
Application of privacy laws
With respect to applicable laws and regulations relating to the privacy of information, the Secretary shall treat a mental health screening conducted under subsection (a) in the same manner as the medical records of a member of the armed forces.
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding after the item relating to section 520c the following new item:
520d. Preliminary mental health screenings.
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(c)
Reports
(1)
Initial report
(A)
In general
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the National Institute of Mental Health of the National Institutes of Health shall submit to Congress and the Secretary of Defense a report on preliminary mental health screenings of members of the Armed Forces.
(B)
Matters included
The report under subparagraph (A) shall include the following:
(i) Recommendations with respect to establishing a preliminary mental health screening of members of the Armed Forces to bring mental health screenings to parity with physical screenings of members.
(ii) Recommendations with respect to the composition of the mental health screening, evidenced-based best practices, and how to track changes in mental health screenings relating to traumatic brain injuries, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other conditions.
(C)
Coordination
The National Institute of Mental Health shall carry out subparagraph (A) in coordination with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the surgeons general of the military departments, and other relevant experts.
(2)
Reports on efficacy of screenings
(A)
Secretary of Defense
Not later than one year after the date on which the Secretary of Defense begins providing preliminary mental health screenings under section 520d(a) of title 10, United States Code, as added by subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the efficacy of such preliminary mental health screenings.
(B)
Comptroller General
Not later than one year after the submittal of the report under subparagraph (A), the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on the efficacy of the preliminary mental health screenings described in such subparagraph.
(C)
Matters included
The reports required by subparagraphs (A) and (B) shall include the following:
(i) An evaluation of the evidence-based best practices used by the Secretary in composing and conducting preliminary mental health screenings of members of the Armed Forces under such section 520d(a).
(ii) An evaluation of the evidence-based best practices used by the Secretary in tracking changes in mental health screenings relating to traumatic brain injuries, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other conditions among members of the Armed Forces.
(d)
Implementation of preliminary mental health screening
The Secretary of Defense may not provide a preliminary mental health screening under section 520d(a) of title 10, United States Code, as added by subsection (a), until the Secretary receives and evaluates the initial report required by subsection (c)(1).
(e)
Report on efficacy of physical examinations for certain members of the Armed Forces upon separation from active duty
(1)
In general
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to Congress a report on the efficacy of the mental health components of the physical examinations provided under paragraph (5) of section 1145(a) of title 10, United States Code, to members of the Armed Forces who are separated from active duty as described in paragraph (2) of such section.
(2)
Evaluation of effectiveness
The report required by paragraph (1) shall include an evaluation of the effectiveness of the physical examinations described in such subsection in—
(A) identifying members of the Armed Forces with traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other mental health conditions; and
(B) ensuring that health care is provided for such members.
599.
Report regarding new rulemaking under the Military Lending Act and Defense Manpower Data Center reports and meetings
(a)
Report on new Military Lending Act rulemaking
After the issuance by the Secretary of Defense of the regulation issued with regard to section 987 of title 10, United States Code (commonly known as the Military Lending Act), and part of 232 of title 32, Code of Federal Regulations (its implementing regulation), but before the relevant compliance date for any provisions of such regulation that relate to the identification of a covered borrower under the Military Lending Act, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report that discusses—
(1) the ability and reliability of the Defense Manpower Data Center in meeting real-time requests for accurate information needed to make a determination regarding whether a borrower is covered by the Military Lending Act; or
(2) an alternate mechanism or mechanisms for identifying such covered borrowers.
(b)
Defense Manpower Data Center reports and meetings
(1)
Reports on accuracy, reliability, and integrity of systems
The Director of the Defense Manpower Data Center shall submit to Congress reports on the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of the Defense Manpower Data Center systems used to identify covered borrowers and covered policyholders under military consumer protection laws. The first report is due six months after the date of the enactment of this Act, and the Director shall submit additional reports every six months thereafter as necessary to show improvements in the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of such systems.
(2)
Report on plan to strengthen capabilities
Not later than six months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of the Defense Manpower Data Center shall submit to Congress a report on plans to strengthen the capabilities of the Defense Manpower Data Center systems, including staffing levels and funding, in order to improve the identification of covered borrowers and covered policyholders under military consumer protection laws.
(3)
Meetings with private sector users of systems
The Director of the Defense Manpower Data Center shall meet regularly with private sector users of Defense Manpower Data Center systems used to identify covered borrowers and covered policyholders under military consumer protection laws to learn about issues facing such users and to develop ways of addressing such issues. The first meeting pursuant to this requirement shall take place with three months after the date of the enactment of this Act.
VI
Compensation and Other Personnel Benefits
A
Pay and Allowances
601.
Extension of authority to provide temporary increase in rates of basic allowance for housing under certain circumstances
Section 403(b)(7)(E) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016.
602.
Prohibition on per diem allowance reductions based on the duration of temporary duty assignment or civilian travel
(a)
Members of the uniformed services
Section 474(d)(3) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new sentence: The Secretaries concerned shall not alter the amount of the per diem allowance, or the maximum amount of reimbursement, for a locality based on the duration of the temporary duty assignment of a member of the uniformed services in the locality..
(b)
Civilian employees
Section 5702(a)(2) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new sentence: The Secretary of the Department of Defense shall not alter the amount of the per diem allowance, or the maximum amount of reimbursement, for a locality based on the duration of the travel of an employee of the Department in the locality..
(c)
Repeal of policy and regulations
The policy, and any regulations issued pursuant to such policy, implemented by the Secretary of the Department of Defense on November 1, 2014, with respect to reductions in per diem allowances based on duration of temporary duty assignment or civilian travel shall have no force or effect.
B
Bonuses and Special and Incentive Pays
611.
One-year extension of certain bonus and special pay authorities for reserve forces
The following sections of title 37, United States Code, are amended by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016:
(1) Section 308b(g), relating to Selected Reserve reenlistment bonus.
(2) Section 308c(i), relating to Selected Reserve affiliation or enlistment bonus.
(3) Section 308d(c), relating to special pay for enlisted members assigned to certain high-priority units.
(4) Section 308g(f)(2), relating to Ready Reserve enlistment bonus for persons without prior service.
(5) Section 308h(e), relating to Ready Reserve enlistment and reenlistment bonus for persons with prior service.
(6) Section 308i(f), relating to Selected Reserve enlistment and reenlistment bonus for persons with prior service.
(7) Section 478a(e), relating to reimbursement of travel expenses for inactive-duty training outside of normal commuting distance.
(8) Section 910(g), relating to income replacement payments for reserve component members experiencing extended and frequent mobilization for active duty service.
612.
One-year extension of certain bonus and special pay authorities for health care professionals
(a)
Title 10 authorities
The following sections of title 10, United States Code, are amended by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016:
(1) Section 2130a(a)(1), relating to nurse officer candidate accession program.
(2) Section 16302(d), relating to repayment of education loans for certain health professionals who serve in the Selected Reserve.
(b)
Title 37 authorities
The following sections of title 37, United States Code, are amended by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016:
(1) Section 302c–1(f), relating to accession and retention bonuses for psychologists.
(2) Section 302d(a)(1), relating to accession bonus for registered nurses.
(3) Section 302e(a)(1), relating to incentive special pay for nurse anesthetists.
(4) Section 302g(e), relating to special pay for Selected Reserve health professionals in critically short wartime specialties.
(5) Section 302h(a)(1), relating to accession bonus for dental officers.
(6) Section 302j(a), relating to accession bonus for pharmacy officers.
(7) Section 302k(f), relating to accession bonus for medical officers in critically short wartime specialties.
(8) Section 302l(g), relating to accession bonus for dental specialist officers in critically short wartime specialties.
613.
One-year extension of special pay and bonus authorities for nuclear officers
The following sections of title 37, United States Code, are amended by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016:
(1) Section 312(f), relating to special pay for nuclear-qualified officers extending period of active service.
(2) Section 312b(c), relating to nuclear career accession bonus.
(3) Section 312c(d), relating to nuclear career annual incentive bonus.
614.
One-year extension of authorities relating to title 37 consolidated special pay, incentive pay, and bonus authorities
The following sections of title 37, United States Code, are amended by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016:
(1) Section 331(h), relating to general bonus authority for enlisted members.
(2) Section 332(g), relating to general bonus authority for officers.
(3) Section 333(i), relating to special bonus and incentive pay authorities for nuclear officers.
(4) Section 334(i), relating to special aviation incentive pay and bonus authorities for officers.
(5) Section 335(k), relating to special bonus and incentive pay authorities for officers in health professions.
(6) Section 336(g), relating to contracting bonus for cadets and midshipmen enrolled in the Senior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.
(7) Section 351(h), relating to hazardous duty pay.
(8) Section 352(g), relating to assignment pay or special duty pay.
(9) Section 353(i), relating to skill incentive pay or proficiency bonus.
(10) Section 355(h), relating to retention incentives for members qualified in critical military skills or assigned to high priority units.
615.
One-year extension of authorities relating to payment of other title 37 bonuses and special pays
The following sections of title 37, United States Code, are amended by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016:
(1) Section 301b(a), relating to aviation officer retention bonus.
(2) Section 307a(g), relating to assignment incentive pay.
(3) Section 308(g), relating to reenlistment bonus for active members.
(4) Section 309(e), relating to enlistment bonus.
(5) Section 316a(g), relating to incentive pay for members of precommissioning programs pursuing foreign language proficiency.
(6) Section 324(g), relating to accession bonus for new officers in critical skills.
(7) Section 326(g), relating to incentive bonus for conversion to military occupational specialty to ease personnel shortage.
(8) Section 327(h), relating to incentive bonus for transfer between branches of the Armed Forces.
(9) Section 330(f), relating to accession bonus for officer candidates.
616.
Increase in maximum annual amount of nuclear officer bonus pay
Section 333(d)(1)(A) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking $35,000 and inserting $50,000.
617.
Modification to special aviation incentive pay and bonus authorities for officers
(a)
Clarification of secretarial authority to set requirements for aviation incentive pay eligibility
Section 334(a) of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking The Secretary and inserting the following:
(1)
Incentive pay authorized; eligibility
The Secretary
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(2) by designating existing paragraphs (1), (2), (3), (4), and (5) as subparagraphs (A), (B), (C), (D), and (E), respectively, and moving the margin of such subparagraphs, as so designated, 2 ems to the right; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(2)
Officers not currently engaged in flying duty
The Secretary concerned may pay aviation incentive pay under this section to an officer who is otherwise qualified for such pay but who is not currently engaged in the performance of operational flying duty or proficiency flying duty if the Secretary determines, under regulations prescribed under section 374 of this title, that payment of aviation incentive pay to that officer is in the best interests of the service.
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(b)
Restoration of authority to pay aviation incentive pay to medical officers performing flight surgeon duties
Section 334(h)(1) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking (except a flight surgeon or other medical officer).
(c)
Increase in maximum amount of aviation special pays
Section 334(c)(1) of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (A), by striking $850 and inserting $1,000.
(2) in subparagraph (B), is amended by striking $25,000 and inserting $35,000.
(d)
Authority to pay aviation bonus and skill incentive pay simultaneously to officers
Section 334(f) of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking 353 and inserting 353(a); and
(2) in paragraph (2)—
(A) by striking a payment and inserting a bonus payment; and
(B) by striking 353 and inserting 353(b).
618.
Repeal of obsolete special travel and transportation allowance for survivors of deceased members of the Armed Forces from the Vietnam conflict
(a)
Repeal and redesignation
Section 481f of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (d); and
(2) by redesignating subsections (e), (f), (g), and (h) as subsections (d), (e), (f), and (g).
(b)
Conforming amendment to cross reference
Section 2493(a)(4)(B)(ii) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking section 481f(e) and inserting section 481f(d).
C
Modernization of Military Retirement System
631.
Full participation for members of the uniformed services in Thrift Savings Plan
(a)
Modernized retirement system
(1)
Definitions
Section 8440e(a) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking paragraphs (1) and (2) and inserting the following new paragraphs:
(1) the term basic pay means basic pay payable under section 204 of title 37;
(2) the term full TSP member means a member described in subsection (e)(1);
(3) the term member has the meaning given the term in section 211 of title 37; and
(4) the term Secretary concerned has the meaning given the term in section 101 of title 37.
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(2)
TSP matching contributions
Subsection (e) of section 8440e of title 5, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
(e)
Modernized retirement system
(1)
TSP matching contributions
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary concerned shall make contributions to the Thrift Savings Fund, in accordance with section 8432 of this title (except to the extent the requirements under such section are modified by this subsection), for the benefit of a member—
(A) who first enters a uniformed service on or after October 1, 2017; or
(B) who entered a uniformed service before that date, but who makes the election described in section 1409(b)(4) of title 10 to receive Thrift Savings Plan matching contributions under this subsection in exchange for the reduced multipliers described in section 1409(b)(4)(B) of title 10 for purposes of calculating the retired pay of the member.
(2)
Matching amount
The amount contributed under this subsection by the Secretary concerned with respect to any contribution made by a full TSP member for any pay period shall be equal to such portion of the total amount of the member’s contribution as does not exceed 5 percent of the member’s basic pay for the pay period. Such amount contributed under this subsection is instead of, and not in addition to, amounts contributed under section 8432(c)(2) of this title.
(3)
Timing and duration of matching contributions
The Secretary concerned shall make a contribution under this subsection on behalf of a full TSP member for any pay period for the member that—
(A) begins on or after December 1, 2017; and
(B) covers any period of service by the member after the member completes two years of service.
(4)
Protections for spouses and former spouses
Section 8435 of this title shall apply to a full TSP member in the same manner as such section is applied to an employee or Member under such section.
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(b)
Automatic enrollment in Thrift Savings Plan
Section 8432(b)(2) of title 5, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (D)(ii), by striking Members and inserting (ii) Except in the case of a full TSP member (as defined in section 8440e(a) of this title), members;
(2) in subparagraph (E), by striking 8440e(a)(1) and inserting 8440e(b)(1); and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(F) Notwithstanding any other provision of this paragraph, if a full TSP member (as defined in section 8440e(a) of this title) has declined automatic enrollment into the Thrift Savings Plan for a year, the full TSP member shall be automatically reenrolled on January 1 of the succeeding year, with contributions under subsection (a) at the default percentage of basic pay.
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(c)
Vesting
(1)
Two-years of service
Section 8432(g)(2) of title 5, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subparagraph (A)(iii), by striking or after the semicolon;
(B) in subparagraph (B), by striking the period at the end and inserting ; or; and
(C) by adding at the end the following:
(C) 2 years of service in the case of a member of the uniformed services.
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(2)
Separation
Section 8432(g) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(6) For purposes of this subsection, a member of the uniformed services shall be considered to have separated from Government employment if the member is discharged or released from service in the uniformed services.
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(d)
Thrift Savings Plan default investment fund
Section 8438(c)(2) of title 5, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (A), by striking (A) Consistent with the requirements of subparagraph (B), if an and inserting If an; and
(2) by striking subparagraph (B).
(e)
Repeal of separate contribution agreement authority
(1)
Repeal
Section 211 of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(A) by striking subsection (d); and
(B) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (d).
(2)
Conforming amendment
Section 8432b(c)(2)(B) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking (including pursuant to an agreement under section 211(d) of title 37).
632.
Modernized retirement system for members of the uniformed services
(a)
Regular service
Section 1409(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(4)
Modernized retirement system
(A)
Reduced multiplier for full tsp members
Notwithstanding paragraphs (1), (2), and (3), in the case of a member who first becomes a member of the uniformed services on or after October 1, 2017, or a member who makes the election described in subparagraph (B) (referred to as a full TSP member)—
(i) paragraph (1)(A) shall be applied by substituting 2 for 2½;
(ii) clause (i) of paragraph (3)(B) shall be applied by substituting 60 percent for 75 percent; and
(iii) clause (ii)(I) of such paragraph shall be applied by substituting 2 for 2½.
(B)
Election to participate in modernized retirement system
Pursuant to subparagraph (C), a member of a uniformed service serving on September 30, 2017, may elect, in exchange for the reduced multipliers described in subparagraph (A) for purposes of calculating the retired pay of the member, to receive Thrift Savings Plan matching contributions pursuant to section 8440e(e) of title 5.
(C)
Election period
(i)
In general
Except as provided in clauses (ii) and (iii), a member of a uniformed service may make the election authorized by subparagraph (B) only during the period that begins on January 1, 2018, and ends on December 31, 2018.
(ii)
Hardship extension
The Secretary concerned may extend the election period described in clause (i) for a member who experiences a hardship as determined by the Secretary concerned.
(iii)
Effect of break in service
A member of a uniformed service who returns to service after a break in service that occurs during the election period specified in clause (i) shall make the election described in subparagraph (B) within 30 days after the date of the reentry into service of the member.
(D)
Regulations
The Secretary concerned shall prescribe regulations to implement this paragraph.
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(b)
Non-regular service
Section 12739 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(f)
Modernized retirement system
(1)
Reduced multiplier for full tsp members
In the case of a person who first performs reserve component service on or after October 1, 2017, after not having performed regular or reserve component service on or before that date—
(A) subsection (a)(2) shall be applied by substituting 2 percent for 2½ percent;
(B) subparagraph (A) of subsection (c)(2) shall be applied by substituting 60 percent for 75 percent; and
(C) subparagraph (B)(ii) of such subsection shall be applied by substituting 2 percent for 2½ percent.
(2)
Regulations
The Secretary concerned shall prescribe regulations to implement this subsection.
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(c)
Coordinating amendments to other retirement authorities
(1)
Disability, warrant officers, and DOPMA retired pay
(A)
Computation of retired pay
The table in section 1401(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(i) in paragraph (1) in column 2 of formula number 1, by striking 2½% of years of service credited to him under section 1208 and inserting the retired pay multiplier determined for the member under section 1409 of this title; and
(ii) in paragraph (1) in column 2 of formula number 2, by striking 2½% of years of service credited to him under section 1208 and inserting the retired pay multiplier determined for the member under section 1409 of this title; and
(iii) in column 2 of each of formula number 4 and formula number 5, by striking section 1409(a) and inserting section 1409.
(B)
Clarification regarding modernized retirement system
Section 1401a(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(i) by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (6); and
(ii) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following new paragraph (5):
(5)
Adjustments for participants in modernized retirement system
Notwithstanding paragraph (3), if a member or former member makes the election described in section 1409(b)(4) of this title, the Secretary shall increase the retired pay of such member in accordance with paragraph (2).
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(2)
15-year career status bonus
Section 354 of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subsection (f)—
(i) by striking If a and inserting (1) If a; and
(ii) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(2) If a person who is paid a bonus under this section subsequently makes an election described in section 1409(b)(4) of title 10, the person shall repay any bonus payments received under this section in the same manner as repayments are made under section 373 of this title.
; and
(B) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(g)
Sunset and continuation of payments
(1) A Secretary concerned may not pay a new bonus under this section after September 30, 2017.
(2) Subject to subsection (f)(2), the Secretary concerned may continue to make payments for bonuses that were awarded under this section on or before the date specified in paragraph (1).
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(3)
Application to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Corps
Paragraph (2) of section 245(a) of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Officer Corps Act of 2002 (33 U.S.C. 3045(a)) is amended to read as follows:
(2) the retired pay multiplier determined under section 1409 of such title for the number of years of service that may be credited to the officer under section 1405 of such title as if the officer's service were service as a member of the Armed Forces.
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(4)
Application to Public Health Service
Section 211(a)(4) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 212(a)(4)) is amended—
(A) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking at the rate of 2 ½ per centum of the basic pay of the highest grade held by him as such officer and inserting calculated by multiplying the retired pay base determined under section 1406 of title 10, United States Code, by the retired pay multiplier determined under section 1409 of such title for the numbers of years of service credited to the officer under this paragraph; and
(B) in the matter following subparagraph (B)(iii)—
(i) in subparagraph (C), by striking such pay, and and inserting such pay,; and
(ii) in subparagraph (D), by striking such basic pay. and inserting such basic pay, and (E) in the case of any officer who makes the election described in section 1409(b)(4) of title 10, United States Code, subparagraph (C) shall be applied by substituting 40 per centum for 50 per centum each place the term appears..
(d)
Conforming delay in cost-of-living amendments
(1)
Delay
The amendments made by section 403(a) of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013 (Public Law 113–67; 127 Stat. 1186), as amended by section 10001 of the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2014 (division C of Public Law 113–76; 128 Stat. 151) and section 2 of Public Law 113–82 (128 Stat. 1009), shall take effect on October 1, 2017, rather than December 1, 2015.
(2)
Covered members
Subparagraph (G) of section 1401a(b)(4) of title 10, United States Code, which shall take effect October 1, 2017, pursuant paragraph (1) and section 403(a) of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013 (Public Law 113–67; 127 Stat. 1186), section 10001 of the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2014 (division C of Public Law 113–76; 128 Stat. 151) and section 2 of Public Law 113–82 (128 Stat. 1009), is amended by striking January 1, 2014 and inserting October 1, 2017.
(3)
Conforming repeal
Effective on the date of the enactment of this Act, section 623 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3403) is repealed.
633.
Continuation pay for full TSP members with 12 years of service
(a)
Continuation pay
Subchapter II of chapter 5 of title 37, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
356.
Continuation pay: full TSP members with 12 years of service
(a)
Continuation pay
The Secretary concerned shall make a payment of continuation pay to each full TSP member (as defined in section 8440e(a) of title 5) of the uniformed services under the jurisdiction of the Secretary who—
(1) completes 12 years of service; and
(2) enters into an agreement with the Secretary to serve for an additional 4 years of obligated service.
(b)
Amount
The amount of continuation pay payable to a full TSP member under subsection (a) shall be the amount that is equal to—
(1) in the case of a member of a regular component—
(A) the monthly basic pay of the member at 12 years of service multiplied by 2.5; plus
(B) at the discretion of the Secretary concerned, the monthly basic pay of the member at 12 years of service multiplied by such number of months (not to exceed 13 months) as the Secretary concerned shall specify in the agreement of the member under subsection (a); and
(2) in the case of a member of a reserve component—
(A) the amount of monthly basic pay to which the member would be entitled at 12 years of service if the member were a member of a regular component multiplied by 0.5; plus
(B) at the discretion of the Secretary concerned, the amount of monthly basic pay described in subparagraph (A) multiplied by such number of months (not to exceed 6 months) as the Secretary concerned shall specify in the agreement of the member under subsection (a).
(c)
Additional discretionary authority
In addition to the continuation pay required under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned may provide pay continuation pay under this subsection to a full TSP member described in subsection (a), and subject to the service agreement referred to in paragraph (2) of such subsection, in an amount determined by the Secretary concerned.
(d)
Timing of payment
The Secretary concerned shall pay continuation pay under subsection (a) to a full TSP member when the member completes 12 years of service. If the Secretary concerned also provides continuation pay under subsection (c) to the member, that continuation pay shall be provided when the member completes 12 years of service.
(e)
Lump sum or installments
A full TSP member may elect to receive continuation pay provided under subsection (a) or (c) in a lump sum or in a series of not more than four payments.
(f)
Relationship to other pay and allowances
Continuation pay under this section is in addition to any other pay or allowance to which the full TSP member is entitled.
(g)
Repayment
A full TSP member who receives continuation pay under this section (a) and fails to complete the obligated service required under such subsection shall be subject to the repayment provisions of section 373 of this title.
(h)
Regulations
Each Secretary concerned shall prescribe regulations to carry out this section.
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 5 of title 37, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new item:
356. Continuation pay: full TSP members with 12 years of service.
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634.
Effective date and implementation
(a)
Effective date
Except as provided in section 632(d)(3), the amendments made by this subtitle shall take effect on October 1, 2017.
(b)
Implementation plan
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Secretaries concerned shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing a plan to ensure the full and effective commencement of the implementation of the amendments made by this section on the date specified in subsection (a). The Secretaries concerned, the Director of the Office of Personnel Management, and the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board shall take appropriate actions to ensure the full and effective implementation of the amendments.
(c)
Additional technical and conforming amendments
The report required by subsection (b) shall contain a draft of such legislation as may be necessary to make any additional technical and conforming changes to titles 10 and 37, United States Code, and other provisions of law that are required or should be made by reason of the amendments made by this subtitle.
(d)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term appropriate committees of Congress means—
(A) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Energy and Commerce, the Committee on Natural Resources, and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, and the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions of the Senate.
(2) The term Secretary concerned has the meaning given that term in section 101 of title 37, United States Code.
D
Commissary and Nonappropriated Fund Instrumentality Benefits and Operations
641.
Preserving Assured Commissary Supply to Asia and the Pacific
(a)
In general
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that there are no changes to the second destination transportation policy that currently applies to fresh fruit and vegetable supplies for commissaries in Asia and the Pacific until the Defense Commissary Agency conducts and submits to Congress a comprehensive study on fresh fruit and vegetable supply for the region.
(b)
Elements of study
The study required by subsection (a) shall include, at a minimum, for Japan, South Korea, Okinawa, and Guam—
(1) an item-by-item review of the price, quality, and availability of fresh fruits and vegetables under both local sourcing models and second destination models, including an updated market survey of fresh fruits and vegetables in each location;
(2) an item-by-item review of fresh fruits and vegetables to determine the most cost-effective way to supply each item in each location year-round without increasing prices to commissary consumers; and
(3) a comprehensive review of supply models that would lower costs to the Defense Working Capital Fund, DECA, without increasing prices for commissary patrons.
642.
Prohibition on replacement or consolidation of defense commissary and exchange systems pending submission of required report on defense commissary system
The Secretary of Defense shall take no action to replace or consolidate the defense commissary and exchange systems, including through the establishment of a new defense resale system, before submission of the report on the defense commissary system required by section 634 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291).
E
Other Matters
651.
Improvement of financial literacy and preparedness of members of the Armed Forces
(a)
Sense of Congress on financial literacy and preparedness of members
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the Secretary of Defense should strengthen arrangements with other departments and agencies of the Federal Government and nonprofit organizations in order to improve the financial literacy and preparedness of members of the Armed Forces; and
(2) the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Chief of Staff of the Army, the Chief of Naval Operations, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, and the Commandant of the Marine Corps should provide support for the financial literacy and preparedness training carried out under section 992 of title 10, United States Code, as amended by subsections (b), (c), and (d).
(b)
Provision of Financial literacy and preparedness training
Subsection (a) of section 992 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in the subsection heading, by striking consumer education and inserting financial literacy training;
(2) in paragraph (1), by striking education in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) and inserting financial literacy training;
(3) by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following new paragraph:
(2) Training under this subsection shall be provided to a member of the armed forces—
(A) as a component of the initial entry training of the member;
(B) upon arrival at the first duty station of the member;
(C) upon arrival at each subsequent duty station, in the case of a member in pay grade E–4 or below or in pay grade O–3 or below;
(D) on the date of promotion of the member, in the case of a member in pay grade E–5 or below or in pay grade O–4 or below;
(E) when the member vests in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) under section 8432(g)(2)(C) of title 5;
(F) when the member becomes entitled to receive continuation pay under section 356 of title 37, at which time the training shall include, at a minimum, information on options available to the member regarding the use of continuation pay;
(G) at each major life event during the service of the member, such as—
(i) marriage;
(ii) divorce;
(iii) birth of first child; or
(iv) disabling sickness or condition;
(H) during leadership training;
(I) during pre-deployment training and during post-deployment training;
(J) at transition points in the service of the member, such as—
(i) transition from a regular component to a reserve component;
(ii) separation from service; or
(iii) retirement; and
(K) as a component of periodically recurring required training that is provided to the member at a military installation.
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(4) in paragraph (3), by striking paragraph (2)(B) and inserting paragraph (2)(J); and
(5) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(4) The Secretary concerned shall prescribe regulations setting forth any other events and circumstances (in addition to the events and circumstances described in paragraph (2)) upon which the training required by this subsection will be provided.
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(c)
Survey of Members’ financial literacy and preparedness
Section 992 of title 10, United States Code, is further amended—
(1) by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (e); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (c) the following new subsection (d):
(d)
Financial literacy and preparedness survey
(1) The Director of the Defense Manpower Data Center shall annually include in the status of forces survey a survey of the status of the financial literacy and preparedness of members of the armed forces.
(2) The results of the annual financial literacy and preparedness survey—
(A) shall be used by each of the Secretaries concerned as a benchmark to evaluate and update training provided under this section; and
(B) shall be submitted to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
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(d)
Financial services defined
Subsection (e) of section 992 of title 10, United States Code, as redesignated by subsection (c)(1) of this section, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(4) Health insurance, budget management, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), retirement lump sum payments (including rollover options and tax consequences), and Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) .
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(e)
Clerical amendments
(1)
Section heading
The heading of section 992 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
992.
Financial literacy training: financial services
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(2)
Table of sections
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 50 of such title is amended by striking the item related to section 992 and inserting the following new item:
992. Financial literacy training: financial services.
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(f)
Implementation
Not later than six months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the military department concerned and the Secretary of the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating shall commence providing financial literacy training under section 992 of title 10, United States Code, as amended by subsections (b), (c), and (d) of this section, to members of the Armed Forces.
652.
Availability for purchase of Department of Veterans Affairs memorial headstones and markers for members of reserve components who performed certain training
Section 2306 of title 38, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(i)
(1) The Secretary shall make available for purchase a memorial headstone or marker for the marked or unmarked grave of an individual described in paragraph (2) or for the purpose of commemorating such an individual whose remains are unavailable.
(2) An individual described in this paragraph is an individual who—
(A) as a member of a National Guard or Reserve component performed inactive duty training or active duty for training for at least six years but did not serve on active duty; and
(B) is not otherwise ineligible for a memorial headstone or marker on account of the nature of the individual’s separation from the Armed Forces or other cause.
(3) A headstone or marker for the grave of an individual may be purchased under this subsection by—
(A) the individual;
(B) the surviving spouse, child, sibling, or parent of the individual; or
(C) an individual other than the next of kin, as determined by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
(4) In establishing the prices of the headstones and markers made available for purchase under this section, the Secretary shall ensure the prices are sufficient to cover the costs associated with the production and delivery of such headstones and markers.
(5) No person may receive any benefit under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs solely by reason of this subsection.
(6) This subsection does not authorize any new burial benefit for any person or create any new authority for any individual to be buried in a national cemetery.
(7) The Secretary shall coordinate with the Secretary of Defense in establishing procedures to determine whether an individual is an individual described in paragraph (2).
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VII
Health Care Provisions
A
TRICARE and Other Health Care Benefits
701.
Joint uniform formulary for transition of care
(a)
Joint formulary
Not later than June 1, 2016, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall jointly establish a joint uniform formulary for the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense with respect to pharmaceutical agents that are critical for the transition of an individual from receiving treatment furnished by the Secretary of Defense to treatment furnished by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
(b)
Selection
The Secretaries shall select for inclusion on the joint uniform formulary established under subsection (a) pharmaceutical agents relating to—
(1) the control of pain, sleep disorders, and psychiatric conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder; and
(2) any other conditions determined appropriate by the Secretaries.
(c)
Report
Not later than July 1, 2016, the Secretaries shall jointly submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the joint uniform formulary established under subsection (a), including a list of the pharmaceutical agents selected for inclusion on the formulary.
(d)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committees on Veterans’ Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
(2) The term pharmaceutical agent has the meaning given that term in section 1074g(g) of title 10, United States Code.
(e)
Conforming amendment
Section 1074g(a)(2)(A) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new sentence: With respect to members of the uniformed services, such uniform formulary shall include pharmaceutical agents on the joint uniform formulary established under section 701 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016..
702.
Access to broad range of methods of contraception approved by the Food and Drug Administration for members of the Armed Forces and military dependents at military treatment facilities
(a)
In general
Commencing not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall ensure that every military medical treatment facility has a sufficient stock of a broad range of methods of contraception approved by the Food and Drug Administration to be able to dispense any such method of contraception to any women members of the Armed Forces and female covered beneficiaries who receive care through such facility.
(b)
Covered beneficiary defined
In this section, the term covered beneficiary has the meaning given that term in section 1072(5) of title 10, United States Code.
703.
Access to contraceptive method for duration of deployment
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that, whenever possible, a female member of the Armed Forces who uses prescription contraception on a long-term basis should be given prior to deployment a sufficient supply of the prescription contraceptive for the duration of the deployment.
704.
Access to infertility treatment for members of the Armed Forces and dependents
(a)
Access
Pursuant to the findings contained in the report required by section 729 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291), the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretaries of the military departments, shall provide to members of the Armed Forces and dependents of members of the Armed Forces access to reproductive counseling and treatments for infertility.
(b)
Continuity of services
In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall ensure that members and dependents are provided continuity of services as appropriate if treatments for infertility are disrupted, including pursuant to a change of duty station.
705.
Access to TRICARE Prime for certain beneficiaries
(a)
Access
Section 732(c)(3) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (10 U.S.C. 1097a note) is amended to read as follows:
(3)
Residence at time of election
(A) Except as provided by subparagraph (B), an affected eligible beneficiary may not make the one-time election under paragraph (1) if, at the time of such election, the beneficiary does not reside—
(i) in a ZIP code that is in a region described in subsection (d)(1)(B); and
(ii) within 100 miles of a military medical treatment facility.
(B) Subparagraph (A)(ii) shall not apply with respect to an affected eligible beneficiary who—
(i) as of December 25, 2013, resides farther than 100 miles from a military medical treatment facility; and
(ii) is such an eligible beneficiary by reason of service in the Army, Navy, Air Force, or Marine Corps.
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(b)
Funding
(1)
Increase
Notwithstanding the amounts set forth in the funding tables in division D, the amount authorized to be appropriated in section 1406 for the Defense Health Program, as specified in the corresponding funding table in section 4501, is hereby increased by $4,000,000.
(2)
Offset
Notwithstanding the amounts set forth in the funding tables in division D, the amounts authorized to be appropriated in section 301 for operation and maintenance, Navy, Line 040, Air Operations and Safety Support, MV–22 Fleet Engineering Support Unfunded Requirement, as specified in the corresponding funding table in section 4301, is hereby reduced by $4,000,000.
B
Health Care Administration
711.
Unified medical command
(a)
Unified combatant command
(1)
In general
Chapter 6 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 167a the following new section:
167b.
Unified combatant command for medical operations
(a)
Establishment
With the advice and assistance of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the President, through the Secretary of Defense, shall establish under section 161 of this title a unified command for medical operations (in this section referred to as the unified medical command). The principal function of the command is to provide medical services to the armed forces and other health care beneficiaries of the Department of Defense as defined in chapter 55 of this title.
(b)
Assignment of forces
In establishing the unified medical command under subsection (a), all active military medical treatment facilities, training organizations, and research entities of the armed forces shall be assigned to such unified command, unless otherwise directed by the Secretary of Defense.
(c)
Grade of commander
The commander of the unified medical command shall hold the grade of general or, in the case of an officer of the Navy, admiral while serving in that position, without vacating his permanent grade. The commander of such command shall be appointed to that grade by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, for service in that position. The commander of such command shall be a member of a health profession described in paragraph (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), or (6) of section 335(j) of title 37. During the five-year period beginning on the date on which the Secretary establishes the command under subsection (a), the commander of such command shall be exempt from the requirements of section 164(a)(1) of this title.
(d)
Subordinate commands
(1) The unified medical command shall have the following subordinate commands:
(A) A command that includes all fixed military medical treatment facilities, including elements of the Department of Defense that are combined, operated jointly, or otherwise operated in such a manner that a medical facility of the Department of Defense is operating in or with a medical facility of another department or agency of the United States.
(B) A command that includes all medical training, education, and research and development activities that have previously been unified or combined, including organizations that have been designated as a Department of Defense executive agent.
(C) The Defense Health Agency.
(2) The commander of a subordinate command of the unified medical command shall hold the grade of lieutenant general or, in the case of an officer of the Navy, vice admiral while serving in that position, without vacating his permanent grade. The commander of such a subordinate command shall be appointed to that grade by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, for service in that position. The commander of such a subordinate command shall also be required to be a surgeon general of one of the military departments.
(e)
Authority of combatant commander
(1) In addition to the authority prescribed in section 164(c) of this title, the commander of the unified medical command shall be responsible for, and shall have the authority to conduct, all affairs of such command relating to medical operations activities.
(2) The commander of such command shall be responsible for, and shall have the authority to conduct, the following functions relating to medical operations activities (whether or not relating to the unified medical command):
(A) Developing programs and doctrine.
(B) Preparing and submitting to the Secretary of Defense program recommendations and budget proposals for the forces described in subsection (b) and for other forces assigned to the unified medical command.
(C) Exercising authority, direction, and control over the expenditure of funds—
(i) for forces assigned to the unified medical command;
(ii) for the forces described in subsection (b) assigned to unified combatant commands other than the unified medical command to the extent directed by the Secretary of Defense; and
(iii) for military construction funds of the Defense Health Program.
(D) Training assigned forces.
(E) Conducting specialized courses of instruction for commissioned and noncommissioned officers.
(F) Validating requirements.
(G) Establishing priorities for requirements.
(H) Ensuring the interoperability of equipment and forces.
(I) Monitoring the promotions, assignments, retention, training, and professional military education of medical officers described in paragraph (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), or (6) of section 335(j) of title 37.
(3) The commander of such command shall be responsible for the Defense Health Program, including the Defense Health Program Account established under section 1100 of this title.
(g)
Regulations
In establishing the unified medical command under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall prescribe regulations for the activities of the unified medical command.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 167a the following new item:
167b. Unified combatant command for medical operations.
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(b)
Plan, notification, and report
(1)
Plan
Not later than July 1, 2016, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a comprehensive plan to establish the unified medical command authorized under section 167b of title 10, United States Code, as added by subsection (a), including any legislative actions the Secretary considers necessary to implement the plan.
(2)
Notification
The Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees written notification of the time line of the Secretary to establish the unified medical command under such section 167b by not later than the date that is 30 days before establishing such command.
(3)
Report
Not later than 180 days after submitting the notification under paragraph (2), the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the establishment of the unified medical command.
712.
Licensure of mental health professionals in TRICARE program
(a)
In general
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that a qualified mental health professional described in subsection (b) is eligible for reimbursement under the TRICARE program as a TRICARE certified mental health counselor.
(b)
Qualified mental health care professional described
A qualified mental health care professional described in this subsection is an individual who—
(1) holds a masters degree or doctoral degree in counseling from a mental health counseling program or clinical mental health counseling program that is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs;
(2) is licensed by a State in mental health counseling at the clinical level or, with respect to a State that has a tiered licensing scheme, at the highest level available; and
(3) has passed the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination.
(c)
Special rule for certain practicing professionals
During the period preceding January 1, 2027, for purposes of subsection (a), an individual who meets the following criteria is deemed to be a qualified mental health care professional described in subsection (b):
(1) The individual holds a masters degree or doctoral degree in counseling from a program that is accredited by a covered institution.
(2) The individual has been licensed by a State as a mental health counselor for a period of not less than five years.
(d)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term covered institution means any of the following:
(A) The Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACCJC-WASC).
(B) The Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
(C) The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
(D) The New England Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Institutions of Higher Education (NEASC-CIHE).
(E) The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Commission on Colleges.
(F) The WASC Senior College and University Commission (WASC-SCUC).
(G) The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
(H) The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
(I) The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS).
(J) The Distance Education Accreditation Commission (DEAC).
(2) The term State includes the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and each possession of the United States.
(3) The term TRICARE program has the meaning given that term in section 1072 of title 10, United States Code.
713.
Reports on proposed realignments of military medical treatment facilities
(a)
Limitation on realignment
Chapter 55 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 1073b the following new section:
1073c.
Reports on proposed realignments of military medical treatment facilities
(a)
Limitation
The Secretary of Defense may not restructure or realign a military medical treatment facility until—
(1) the Secretary submits to the congressional defense committees a report on such proposed restructuring or realignment; and
(2) a period of 90 days has elapsed following the date of such submission.
(b)
Elements
Each report under subsection (a)(1) shall include, with respect to the military medical treatment facility covered by the report, the following:
(1) The average daily inpatient census.
(2) The average inpatient capacity.
(3) The top five inpatient admission diagnoses.
(4) Each medical specialty available.
(5) The average daily percent of staffing available for each medical specialty.
(6) The beneficiary population within the catchment area.
(7) The budgeted funding level.
(8) Whether the facility has a helipad capable of receiving medical evacuation airlift patients arriving on the primary evacuation aircraft platform for the military installation served.
(9) A determination of whether the civilian hospital system in which the facility resides, if any, is a Federally-designated underserved medical community and the effect on such community from any reduction in staff or functions or downgrade of the facility.
(10) If the facility serves a training center—
(A) a determination of the risk with respect to high-tempo, live-fire military operations, treating battlefield-like injuries, and the potential for a mass casualty event if the facility is downgraded to a clinic or reduced in personnel or capabilities; and
(B) a description of the extent to which the Secretary, in making such determination, consulted with the appropriate training directorate, training and doctrine command, and forces command of each military department.
(11) A site assessment by the TRICARE program to assess the network capabilities of TRICARE providers in the local area.
(12) The inpatient mental health availability.
(13) The average annual inpatient care directed to civilian medical facilities.
(14) The civilian capacity by medical specialty in each catchment area.
(15) The distance in miles to the nearest civilian emergency care department.
(16) The distance in miles to the closest civilian inpatient hospital, listed by level of care and whether the facility is designated a sole community hospital.
(17) The availability of ambulance service on the military installation and the distance in miles to the nearest civilian ambulance service, including the average response time to the military installation.
(18) An estimate of the cost to restructure or realign the military medical treatment facility, including with respect to bed closures and civilian personnel reductions.
(19) If the military medical treatment facility is restructured or realigned, an estimate of—
(A) the number of civilian personnel reductions, listed by series;
(B) the number of local support contracts terminated; and
(C) the increased cost of purchased care.
(20) An assessment of the effect of the elimination of health care services at the military medical treatment facility on civilians employed at such facility.
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 1073b the following new item:
1073c. Reports on proposed realignments of military medical treatment facilities.
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714.
Pilot program for operation of network of retail pharmacies under TRICARE pharmacy benefits program
(a)
Authority to establish pilot program
The Secretary of Defense may conduct a pilot program to evaluate whether, in carrying out the TRICARE pharmacy benefits program under section 1074g of title 10, United States Code, operating a network of preferred retail pharmacies will generate cost savings for the Department of Defense.
(b)
Elements of pilot program
In conducting the pilot program under subsection (a), the Secretary shall—
(1) incorporate best practices to enhance patient access from non-TRICARE health plans that are using a preferred retail network of pharmacies along with the mail-order pharmacy program of the plans and preferred pharmacy networks in Medicare Part D;
(2) allow beneficiaries to obtain prescription medication that is available through the TRICARE pharmacy benefits program, including maintenance medication, through the network of preferred retail pharmacies and the national mail-order pharmacy program under section 1074g(a)(2)(E)(iii) of title 10 United States Code;
(3) allow retail pharmacies participating in the network of preferred retail pharmacies to purchase prescription medication for beneficiaries in the pilot program at rates available to the Federal government through its Prime Vendor contracting process;
(4) ensure that retail pharmacies participating in the network of preferred retail pharmacies shall include small business pharmacies (as defined by the Small Business Administration) at a rate no lower than the current TRICARE pharmacy program participation rate provided there are sufficient number of small business pharmacies willing to participate in the pilot program;
(5) study the potential, viability, cost efficiency, and health care effectiveness of the TRICARE pharmacy benefits program administering prescription medication through a network of preferred retail pharmacies in addition to the methods available pursuant to section 1074g(a)(2)(E) of title 10, United States Code; and
(6) determine the opportunities for and barriers to coordinating and leveraging the use of a network of preferred retail pharmacies in addition to such methods available pursuant to such section 1074g(a)(2)(E).
(c)
Selection of retail pharmacies
The Secretary shall select the retail pharmacies to participate in the preferred network of preferred retail pharmacies pursuant to subsection (a) and shall work with small business pharmacies to participate in the pilot program. In making such selection the Secretary may—
(1) require that retail pharmacies opt-in to the network and agree to the reimbursement rates paid by the Secretary;
(2) determine specific criteria for each retail pharmacy to meet or that a certain number of retail pharmacies must meet;
(3) use a competitive process; and
(4) require the preferred pharmacy network to comply with the existing TRICARE retail pharmacy access standards.
(d)
Selection of military communities
In carrying out the pilot program under subsection (a), the Secretary shall give preference to regions with high small business pharmacy participation rates and shall select at least one region in which to carry out the pilot program. The Secretary shall ensure that any region selected meets the following criteria:
(1) The region has a certain number or percentage, as determined by the Secretary, of—
(A) members of the Armed Forces serving on active duty;
(B) members of the Armed Forces serving in a reserve component; and
(C) retired members of the Armed Forces.
(2) The number of beneficiaries under paragraph (1) is sufficient to produce statistically significant results.
(3) The region has at least one retail pharmacy that operates at least 10 pharmacy locations in the region.
(4) The region has at least one military installation that has a military medical treatment facility with a pharmacy.
(e)
Consultation
The Secretary shall develop the pilot program under subsection (a) in consultation with—
(1) the Secretaries of the military departments;
(2) retail pharmacies;
(3) representatives from the military installations within the region selected under subsection (d); and
(4) the TRICARE-managed pharmacy contractor with responsibility for the national pharmacy mail-order program.
(f)
Duration of pilot program
If the Secretary of Defense carries out the pilot program under subsection (a), the Secretary shall commence such pilot program by not later than May 1, 2016, and shall terminate such program on September 30, 2018.
(g)
Reports
If the Secretary of Defense carries out the pilot program under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees reports on the pilot program as follows:
(1) Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, a report containing an implementation plan for the pilot program.
(2) Not later than 90 days after the date on which the pilot program commences, and semiannually thereafter during the period in which the pilot program is carried out, an interim report on the pilot program.
(3) Not later than 90 days after the date on which the pilot program terminates, a final report describing the results of the pilot program, including any recommendations of the Secretary to expand such program.
C
Reports and Other Matters
721.
Extension of authority for DOD-VA Health Care Sharing Incentive Fund
Section 8111(d)(3) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking September 30, 2015 and inserting September 30, 2020.
722.
Extension of authority for Joint Department of Defense-Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Facility Demonstration Fund
Section 1704(e) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2573), as amended by section 722 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291;128 Stat. 3417), is amended by striking September 30, 2016 and inserting September 30, 2017.
723.
Limitation on availability of funds for Department of Defense Healthcare Management Systems Modernization
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Department of Defense Healthcare Management Systems Modernization, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or expended until the date on which the Secretary of Defense makes the certification required by section 713(g)(2) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 10 U.S.C. 1071 note).
724.
Primary blast injury research
The peer-reviewed Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury Research Program shall conduct a study on blast injury mechanics covering a wide range of primary blast injury conditions, including traumatic brain injury, in order to accelerate solution development in this critical area.
725.
Sense of Congress regarding mental health counseling for members of the Armed Forces and families
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) It has been shown that some members of the Armed Forces struggle with post-traumatic stress and other behavioral health disorders from traumatic events experienced during combat.
(2) It has also been shown that emotional distress and trauma from life events can be exacerbated by traumatic events experienced during combat.
(3) Members of the Armed Forces who struggle with post-traumatic stress and other behavioral health disorders are often unable to provide emotional support to spouses and children, causing emotional distress and the risk of behavioral health disorders among the dependents of the members.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the Department of Defense should continue to support members of the Armed Forces and their families by providing family counseling and individual counseling services that reduce the symptoms of post-traumatic stress and other behavioral health disorders and empowers members to be emotionally available to their spouses and children;
(2) such services should be readily available at branches of the Department and military bases;
(3) the Department should rely on industry standards established by the medical community when developing standards for their own practice of family and individual counseling; and
(4) the Department should conduct a five-year study of the progress of members of the Armed Forces that are treated for mental health disorders, including with respect to—
(A) difficulty keeping up with treatment;
(B) familial status before and after treatment; and
(C) access to mental health counseling at Department facilities and military installations.
726.
Provision of transportation of dependent patients relating to obstetrical anesthesia services
Section 1040(a)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking subparagraph (F).
VIII
Acquisition Policy, Acquisition Management, and Related Matters
800.
Sense of Congress on the desired tenets of the defense acquisition system
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives held a series of hearings in 2013, 2014, and 2015 gathering testimony from key acquisition leaders and experts. It is clear that the acquisition reform efforts of the last 50 years continue to founder because they fail to address the motivational and environmental factors in which they must be implemented. The acquisition system, though frustrating to all, is in one sense in equilibrium. The acquisition system provides enough benefits to proponents and opponents to continue, with only minor changes, despite its shortcomings.
(2) The Armed Forces continue to pursue too many defense acquisitions, chasing too few dollars. Consequently, there remains a vast difference between the budgeting plans of the Department and the reality of the cost of its systems or the services it acquires.
(3) To keep programs alive, the Department develops and Congress accepts fragile acquisition strategies that downplay technical issues and assume only successful outcomes from high-risk efforts. As a result, the Department often ends up with too few weapons, with performance that falls short, that are difficult and costly to maintain, delivered late at too high a cost. Congressional and Department of Defense leadership have limited insight into the services acquired or what services need to be acquired in the future. Furthermore, the conventional acquisition process is not agile enough for today’s demands. Finally, the Department of Defense continues to struggle with financial management and auditability, affecting its ability to control costs, ensure basic accountability, anticipate future costs and claims on the budget, and measure performance.
(4) Too often today, all stakeholders in the Department of Defense, Congress, and industry, accept that—
(A) for the acquisition process, success is defined as maximizing technical performance or protecting organizational interests, without regard to funding disruptions and delivery delays of needed capability or services to the warfighter; and
(B) the acquisition process is—
(i) reactive, meaning issues are addressed late and at great cost only after problems are realized;
(ii) plodding, meaning the bureaucratic processes are sclerotic and cumbersome;
(iii) opaque, meaning that limiting information is necessary to protect programs; and
(iv) traditional, meaning that customary approaches and suppliers are preferred over perceived risk of new or unique concepts and vendors.
(5) Today, the United States is at a cross-roads, and if changes to the acquisition system are not made soon, the trend of fewer and more costly systems and services that fall short of the needs of the Armed Forces will continue. Congress, the Department of Defense, and industry all have a stake in making positive changes. Each plays a role in contributing to the current system. Each gains benefits from that system, but each is frustrated by it as well.
(6) The acquisition improvement effort of the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives proposes a different approach from previous efforts by seeking to improve the environment (i.e., statutes, regulations, processes, and culture) driving acquisition decisions in the Department of Defense, industry, and Congress. The Committee has solicited input from industry and the Department of Defense, as well as others in Congress, and will continue to do so. The Committee recognizes that there are no silver bullets that can immediately fix the current acquisition system in a holistic and long-standing manner. Therefore, the reform effort will be an ongoing and iterative process that will result in legislation not only this year, but will be embedded in the Committee’s annual and regular work.
(b)
Sense of congress on the tenets of an improved acquisition system
It is the sense of Congress that all stakeholders in the acquisition system—the Department of Defense, Congress, and industry—should be governed by the following tenets:
(1)
Success
Success in the acquisition system means the timely delivery of affordable and effective military equipment and services.
(2)
Proactive
The acquisition system should be proactive, meaning—
(A) the system should recognize that development and acquisition problems can occur; and
(B) officials at all levels should be empowered to solve problems and reduce risks by surfacing issues early and honestly and taking action to resolve them.
(3)
Agile
The acquisition system should be agile, meaning that needed program adjustments to both respond to emerging threats and the rapid pace of technological change and to address development or production issues should be proposed and adjudicated quickly.
(4)
Transparent
The acquisition system should be transparent, meaning that—
(A) all decision makers should be given useful, relevant, credible, and reliable information when making commitments;
(B) Government and industry communication should be clear and open; and
(C) the Department of Defense should produce auditable financial management statements.
(5)
Innovative
The acquisition system should be innovative, meaning that barriers should be removed that preclude companies from undertaking defense business or officials from proposing new approaches.
A
Acquisition Policy and Management
801.
Report on linking and streamlining requirements, acquisition, and budget processes within Armed Forces
(a)
Reports
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Chief of Staff of the Army, the Chief of Naval Operations, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, and the Commandant of the Marine Corps shall each submit to the congressional defense committees a report on efforts to link and streamline the requirements, acquisition, and budget processes within the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps, respectively.
(b)
Matters included
Each report under subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) A specific description of—
(A) the management actions the Chief concerned or the Commandant has taken or plans to take to link and streamline the requirements, acquisition, and budget processes of the Armed Force concerned;
(B) any reorganization or process changes that will link and streamline the requirements, acquisition, and budget processes of the Armed Force concerned; and
(C) any cross-training or professional development initiatives of the Chief concerned or the Commandant.
(2) For each description under paragraph (1)—
(A) the specific timeline associated with implementation;
(B) the anticipated outcomes once implemented; and
(C) how to measure whether or not those outcomes are realized.
(3) Any other matters the Chief concerned or the Commandant considers appropriate.
802.
Required review of acquisition-related functions of the Chiefs of Staff of the Armed Forces
(a)
Review required
The Chief of Staff of the Army, the Chief of Naval Operations, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, and the Commandant of the Marine Corps shall conduct a review of their current individual authorities provided in sections 3033, 5033, 8033, and 5043 of title 10, United States Code, and other relevant statutes and regulations related to defense acquisitions for the purpose of developing such recommendations as the Chief concerned or the Commandant considers necessary to further or advance the role of the Chief concerned or the Commandant in the development of requirements, acquisition processes, and the associated budget practices of the Department of Defense.
(b)
Reports
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Chief of Staff of the Army, the Chief of Naval Operations, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, and the Commandant of the Marine Corps shall each submit to the congressional defense committees a report containing, at a minimum, the following:
(1) The recommendations developed by the Chief concerned or the Commandant under subsection (a) and other results of the review conducted under such subsection.
(2) The actions the Chief concerned or the Commandant is taking, if any, within the Chief’s or Commandant’s existing authority to implement such recommendations.
803.
Independent study of matters related to bid protests
(a)
Requirement for study
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a contract with an independent research entity that is a not-for-profit entity or a federally funded research and development center with appropriate expertise and analytical capability to carry out a comprehensive study of factors leading to the filing of bid protests. The study shall cover the entire Federal Government and examine issues such as the following:
(1) The variable influences on the net benefit (monetary and non-monetary) to contractors either filing a protest or indicating intent to file a protest.
(2) The extent to which protests are filed by incumbent contractors for purposes of extending a contract’s period of performance.
(3) The extent to which companies file protests even when those companies do not believe there was an error in the procurement process.
(4) The time it takes agencies to implement corrective actions after a ruling or decision.
(b)
Report
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the independent entity shall provide to the Secretary, the congressional defense committees, the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report on the results of the study, along with any recommendations it may have.
804.
Procurement of commercial items
(a)
Commercial Item Determinations by Department of Defense
(1)
In general
Chapter 140 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
2380.
Commercial item determinations by Department of Defense
The Secretary of Defense shall—
(1) establish and maintain a centralized capability with necessary expertise and resources to oversee the making of commercial item determinations for the purposes of procurements by the Department of Defense; and
(2) provide public access to Department of Defense commercial item determinations for the purposes of procurements by the Department of Defense.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item:
2380. Commercial item determinations by Department of Defense.
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(b)
Commercial item exception to submission of cost and pricing data
Section 2306a(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(4)
Commercial item determination
(A) For purposes of applying the commercial item exception under paragraph (1)(B) to the required submission of certified cost or pricing data, the contracting officer may presume that a prior commercial item determination made by a military department, a Defense Agency, or another component of the Department of Defense shall serve as a determination for subsequent procurements of such item.
(B) If the contracting officer does not make the presumption described in subparagraph (A) and instead chooses to proceed with a procurement of an item previously determined to be a commercial item using procedures other than the procedures authorized for the procurement of a commercial item, the contracting officer shall request a review of the commercial item determination by the head of the contracting activity.
(C) Not later than 30 days after receiving a request for review of a commercial item determination under subparagraph (B), the head of a contracting activity shall—
(i) confirm that the prior determination was appropriate and still applicable; or
(ii) issue a revised determination with a written explanation of the basis for the revision.
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(c)
Definition of commercial item
Nothing in this section or the amendments made by this section shall affect the meaning of the term commercial item under subsection (a)(5) of section 2464 of title 10, United States Code, or any requirement under subsection (a)(3) or subsection (c) of such section.
805.
Modification to information required to be submitted by offeror in procurement of major weapon systems as commercial items
(a)
Requirement for determination
Subsection (a) of section 2379 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subsection (1)(B), by inserting and after the semicolon;
(2) by striking paragraph (2); and
(3) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (2).
(b)
Treatment of subsystems as commercial items
Subsection (b) of such section is amended—
(1) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking only if and inserting if either;
(2) in paragraph (2)—
(A) by striking that— and all that follows through the subsystem is a and inserting that the subsystem is a;
(B) by striking ; and and inserting a period; and
(C) by striking subparagraph (B).
(c)
Treatment of components as commercial items
Subsection (c)(1) of such section is amended—
(1) by striking title only if and inserting title if either; and
(2) in subparagraph (B)—
(A) by striking that— and all that follows through the component or and inserting that the component or;
(B) by striking ; and and inserting a period; and
(C) by striking clause (ii).
(d)
Information submitted
Subsection (d) of such section is amended—
(1) by striking submit— and all that follows through prices paid and inserting submit prices paid;
(2) by striking ; and and inserting a period; and
(3) by striking paragraph (2).
806.
Amendment relating to multiyear contract authority for acquisition of property
Paragraph (1) of section 2306b(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
(1) That there is a reasonable expectation that the use of such a contract will result in lower total anticipated costs of carrying out the program than if the program were carried out through annual contracts.
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807.
Compliance with inventory of contracts for services
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the operation of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or expended in fiscal year 2016 until—
(1) the Department of Defense Compliance Plan for Section 8108(c) of Public Law 112–10, as contained in a memorandum and enclosure dated November 22, 2011, is implemented;
(2) the implementing direction contained in the Enterprise-wide Contractor Manpower Reporting Application, as contained in a memorandum dated November 28, 2012, from the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics and the (then) Acting Principal Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness is fulfilled; and
(3) the funds made available in March 2014 to establish the Total Force Management Support Office to define business processes for compiling, reviewing, and using the inventory required under section 2330a(c) of title 10, United States Code, have been obligated.
B
Workforce Development and Related Matters
811.
Amendments to Department of Defense Acquisition Workforce Development Fund
(a)
Permanent extension of fund
Section 1705(d)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (C), by striking of an amount as follows: and all that follows through the end and inserting of an amount of not less than $500,000,000.; and
(2) in subparagraph (D), by striking an amount that is less than and all that follows through the end and inserting an amount that is less than $400,000,000..
(b)
Permanent extension of expedited hiring authority
Section 1705(g) of such title is amended—
(1) by striking paragraph (2);
(2) by striking Authority.— and all that follows through For purposes of in paragraph (1) and inserting Authority.—For purposes of;
(3) by striking (A) and inserting (1);
(4) by striking (B) and inserting (2); and
(5) by aligning paragraphs (1) and (2), as designated by paragraphs (3) and (4), so as to be two ems from the left margin.
(c)
Clarification of acquisition workforce covered
Section 1705(g) of such title, as amended by subsection (c), is further amended by striking acquisition workforce positions and inserting of positions in the acquisition workforce, as defined in subsection (h),.
812.
Dual-track military professionals in operational and acquisition specialities
(a)
Requirement for service chief involvement
Section 1722a(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after military department) the following: , in collaboration with the Chief of Staff of the Army, the Chief of Naval Operations, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, and the Commandant of the Marine Corps (with respect to the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps, respectively),.
(b)
Dual-track career path
Section 1722a(b) of such title is amended—
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (2) and (3) as paragraphs (3) and (4), respectively;
(2) in paragraph (1), by inserting single-track before career path; and
(3) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new paragraph (2):
(2) A dual-track career path that attracts the highest quality officers and enlisted personnel and allows them to gain experience in and receive credit for a primary career in combat arms and a functional secondary career in the acquisition field in order to more closely align the military operational, requirements, and acquisition workforces of each armed force.
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813.
Provision of joint duty assignment credit for acquisition duty
Section 668(a)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking or at the end of subparagraph (D);
(2) by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (E) and inserting ; or; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(F) acquisition matters addressed by military personnel and covered under chapter 87 of this title.
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814.
Requirement for acquisition skills assessment biennial strategic workforce plan
(a)
Requirement
Section 115b(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating subparagraph (D) as subparagraph (E);
(2) in subparagraph (C), by striking and at the end; and
(3) by inserting after subparagraph (C) the following:
(D) new or expanded critical skills and competencies needed by the existing civilian employee workforce of the Department to address new acquisition process requirements established by law or policy during the four years preceding the year of submission of the plan; and
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(b)
Conforming amendments
Section 115b of such title is further amended—
(1) in subparagraph (E) of subsection (b)(1), as redesignated by subsection (a)(1), by striking (C) and inserting (D);
(2) in paragraph (2) of subsection (b), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking (1)(D) and inserting (1)(E); and
(3) in paragraph (2)(A) of each of subsections (c), (d), and (e), by striking through (D) and inserting through (E).
815.
Mandatory requirement for training related to the conduct of market research
(a)
Mandatory market research training
Section 2377 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(d)
Market research training required
The Secretary of Defense shall provide mandatory training for members of the armed forces and employees of the Department of Defense responsible for the conduct of market research required under subsection (c). Such mandatory training shall, at a minimum—
(1) provide comprehensive information on the subject of market research and the function of market research in the acquisition of commercial items;
(2) teach best practices for conducting and documenting market research; and
(3) provide methodologies for establishing standard processes and reports for collecting and sharing market research across the Department.
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(b)
Incorporation into management certification training mandate
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff shall ensure that the requirements of section 2377(d) of title 10, United States Code, as added by subsection (a), are incorporated into the requirements management certification training mandate of the Joint Capabilities Integration Development System.
816.
Independent study of implementation of defense acquisition workforce improvement efforts
(a)
Requirement for study
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a contract with an independent research entity described in subsection (b) to carry out a comprehensive study of the strategic planning of the Department of Defense related to the defense acquisition workforce. The study shall provide a comprehensive examination of the Department’s efforts to recruit, develop, and retain the acquisition workforce with a specific review of the following:
(1) The implementation of the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (including chapter 87 of title 10, United States Code).
(2) The application of the Department of Defense Acquisition Workforce Development Fund (as established under section 1705 of title 10, United States Code).
(3) The effectiveness of professional military education programs, including fellowships and exchanges with industry.
(b)
Independent research entity
The entity described in this subsection is an independent research entity that is a not-for-profit entity or a federally funded research and development center with appropriate expertise and analytical capability.
(c)
Reports
(1)
To Secretary
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the independent research entity shall provide to the Secretary a report containing—
(A) the results of the study required by subsection (a); and
(B) such recommendations to improve the acquisition workforce as the independent research entity considers to be appropriate.
(2)
To Congress
Not later than 30 days after receipt of the report under paragraph (1), the Secretary of Defense shall submit such report, together with any additional views or recommendations of the Secretary, to the congressional defense committees.
817.
Extension of demonstration project relating to certain acquisition personnel management policies and procedures
Section 1762(g) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking 2017 and inserting 2020.
C
Weapon Systems Acquisition and Related Matters
821.
Sense of Congress on the desired characteristics for the weapon systems acquisition system
(a)
Findings
Congress makes the following findings:
(1)
Current situation
Despite significant and repeated attempts at acquisition reform, the Department of Defense still experiences case after case of expensive weapon system acquisition failures. The Department of Defense has a track record of too many cancellations, schedule slippages, cost over-runs, and failures to deliver timely solutions to the requirements of the Armed Forces. This situation is unacceptable. For example, according to the Final Report of the 2010 Army Acquisition Review, between 1996 and 2010, the Army expended approximately $1 billion to $3 billion annually on two dozen programs that were eventually cancelled. No military service and no type of weapon acquisition has been immune.
(2)
Problems in all phases of acquisitions
(A) Despite detailed weapon acquisition processes and procedures, there is only limited discipline in starting programs. Many programs begin without a solid foundation. They have too many requirements deemed critical, which are driven by too many organizations and individuals. Approved requirements are often set with only a limited understanding of the technical feasibility of achieving them. The resulting compromises of good program management and engineering judgment that allow the programs to proceed are the spackle of the acquisition system that covers up the risks and enables the system to operate.
(B) As these weapon systems proceed into engineering and manufacturing development, they often encounter development problems leading to cost growth, schedule delay, and performance reductions. Industry and Government officials frequently respond by taking additional development risks to resolve basic performance issues by reducing the time to analyze and assess development results, overlapping key development efforts, and reducing testing. The Department of Defense and Congress disrupt the planned funding of stable programs to find resources for troubled programs or to fund across-the-board spending cuts. Funding instability is the inevitable price that programs pay for survival because funding disruptions actually keep more programs alive.
(C) Finally, these weapons are often rushed into production only to encounter production problems, and are fielded with many unknowns or deficiencies leading to significantly reduced quantities and force structure reductions. The warfighter faces the challenge of operating weapons with poor reliability, high maintenance demands, reduced performance, and many capability shortfalls.
(b)
Sense of Congress
(1)
In general
It is the sense of Congress that, in accordance with the tenets described in section 800, to improve weapon system acquisitions, the Department of Defense, Congress, and industry should develop an acquisition system characterized by highly disciplined program initiation coupled with agile program execution and balanced oversight, as described in paragraphs (2), (3), and (4).
(2)
Highly disciplined program initiation
An acquisition system characterized by highly disciplined program initiation means that programs do not begin engineering development until firm requirements are matched to a flexible acquisition strategy structured to develop militarily useful capability that can be delivered in a relevant period of time with available technologies, funding, and management capacity. Such a highly disciplined program initiation includes—
(A) a workforce with smart requirements setters and expert buyers, with the knowledge, skills, and experience to successfully plan for and execute highly complex acquisitions;
(B) requirements that are well-defined, technically feasible, and affordable;
(C) acquisition strategies that are designed to minimize time to market of militarily useful capability, with the program concerned being structured so that—
(i) lower-risk, technically mature capabilities are matched to delivering capability to the warfighter in the near term, while remaining requirements are aligned and resources are programmed to support integration into later increments to meet the requirements of the Armed Forces;
(ii) capabilities are approved for an increment only when their developmental risks have been appropriately reduced; and
(iii) increments are planned to complete engineering and manufacturing development in a reasonable period of time;
(D) a science and technology development enterprise that is responsive to the acquisition process before engineering and manufacturing development begins, and sufficiently resourced to reduce risks and enable programs to make smart decisions without losing critical funds; and
(E) redtape reduction in order to free up program and Department officials to focus on their mission of defining an executable program and understanding and addressing risks.
(3)
Agile program execution
An acquisition system characterized by agile program execution means a system in which acquisition speed and flexibility to make trade-offs are balanced with the need to achieve desired technical performance. Such agile program execution includes—
(A) program managers and program officials who are expert buyers and negotiators who anticipate problems, negotiate solutions, and are empowered to manage;
(B) a preference for fixed price contracting where appropriate for the size and complexity of the work and for the nature and scope of the capabilities being developed;
(C) program managers who avoid increasing program risk by resisting the addition of new requirements or the reduction of developmental activities;
(D) empowering program managers and senior decisionmakers to make decisions easily in order to move forward with capabilities that mature quickly, cancel those that encounter greater difficulties than expected, and trade-off or reduce requirements to maintain cost and schedule;
(E) enabling program managers to focus on overcoming execution challenges and delivering success rather than concentrating on compliance with reporting, certifications, and other redtape; and
(F) senior decisionmakers who have knowledge of demonstrated performance as programs proceed through development, with robust developmental testing occurring before committing to production for operational use as a basis for decision making.
(4)
Balanced Oversight
An acquisition system characterized by balanced oversight means that the focus is on ensuring discipline initiating programs and that appropriate adjustments are made during development, so that programs have the best chance to succeed. Such balanced oversight includes—
(A) involvement by decisionmakers early to ensure that an understanding of trade-offs, risks, and needs are considered, resourced, and validated, and that agreement is reached between the executive and legislative branches;
(B) acceptance by decisionmakers that complex weapon system developments are inherently risky and require expertise and flexibility to manage effectively;
(C) conscious decisions by decisionmakers regarding where to accept risk, while ensuring that risk mitigation plans are resourced (with time, funding, alternatives, and competent government and contractor officials);
(D) measuring and monitoring by decisionmakers of the right factors, such as technology maturation progress and systems engineering during risk reduction, development cost growth during engineering and manufacturing development, and reliability growth during system demonstration;
(E) work by Congress and the Department of Defense, once a program has begun, to resolve issues by considering trade-offs among cost, schedule, and performance necessary to best support the warfighter; and
(F) congressional understanding of risks and efforts to mitigate such risks even if they are through non-traditional means or other technological advances.
822.
Acquisition strategy required for each major defense acquisition program and major system
(a)
Consolidation of requirements relating to acquisition strategy
(1)
New title 10 section
Chapter 144 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 2431 the following new section:
2431a.
Acquisition strategy
(a)
Acquisition strategy required
There shall be an acquisition strategy for each major defense acquisition program and each major system approved by a Milestone Decision Authority.
(b)
Responsible official
For each acquisition strategy required by subsection (a), the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics is responsible for issuing and maintaining the requirements for—
(1) the content of the strategy; and
(2) the review and approval process for the strategy.
(c)
Considerations
(1) In issuing requirements for the content of an acquisition strategy for a major defense acquisition program or major system, the Under Secretary shall ensure that—
(A) the strategy clearly describes the proposed business and technical management approach for the program or system, in sufficient detail to allow the Milestone Decision Authority to assess the viability of the proposed approach;
(B) the strategy contains a clear explanation of how the strategy is designed to be implemented with available resources, such as time, funding, and management capacity; and
(C) the strategy considers the items listed in paragraph (2).
(2) Each strategy shall, at a minimum, consider the following:
(A) An approach that delivers required capability in increments, each depending on available mature technology, and that recognizes up front the need for future capability improvements.
(B) Acquisition approach, including industrial base considerations in accordance with section 2440 of this title.
(C) Risk management, including such methods as competitive prototyping at the system, subsystem, or component level, in accordance with section 2431b of this title.
(D) Business strategy, including measures to ensure competition at the system and subsystem level throughout the life-cycle of the program or system in accordance with section 2337 of this title.
(E) Contracting strategy, including—
(i) contract type and how the type selected relates to level of program risk in each acquisition phase;
(ii) how the plans for the program or system to reduce risk enable the use of fixed-price elements in subsequent contracts and the timing of the use of those fixed price elements;
(iii) market research; and
(iv) consideration of small business participation.
(F) Intellectual property strategy in accordance with section 2320 of this title.
(G) International involvement, including foreign military sales and cooperative opportunities, in accordance with section 2350a of this title.
(H) Multi-year procurement in accordance with section 2306b of this title.
(I) Integration of current intelligence assessments into the acquisition process.
(J) Requirements related to logistics, maintenance, and sustainment in accordance with sections 2464 and 2466 of this title.
(d)
Review
(1) Subject to the authority, direction, and control of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics, the Milestone Decision Authority shall review and approve, as appropriate, the acquisition strategy for a major defense acquisition program or major system at each of the following times:
(A) Milestone A approval.
(B) The decision to release the request for proposals for development of the program or system.
(C) Milestone B approval.
(D) Each subsequent milestone.
(E) Review of any decision to enter into full-rate production.
(F) When there has been—
(i) a significant change to the cost of the program or system;
(ii) a critical change to the cost of the program or system;
(iii) a significant change to the schedule of the program or system; or
(iv) a significant change to the performance of the program or system.
(G) Any other time considered relevant by the Milestone Decision Authority.
(2) If the Milestone Decision Authority revises an acquisition strategy for a program or system, the Milestone Decision Authority shall provide notice of the revision to the congressional defense committees.
(e)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term major defense acquisition program has the meaning provided in section 2430 of this title.
(2) The term major system has the meaning provided in section 2302(5) of this title.
(3) The term Milestone A approval means a decision to enter into technology maturation and risk reduction pursuant to guidance prescribed by the Secretary of Defense for the management of Department of Defense acquisition programs.
(4) The term Milestone B approval has the meaning provided in section 2366(e)(7) of this title.
(5) The term Milestone Decision Authority, with respect to a major defense acquisition program or major system, means the official within the Department of Defense designated with the overall responsibility and authority for acquisition decisions for the program or system, including authority to approve entry of the program or system into the next phase of the acquisition process.
(6) The term management capacity, with respect to a major defense acquisition program or major system, means the capacity to manage the program or system through the use of highly qualified organizations and personnel with appropriate experience, knowledge, and skills.
(7) The term significant change to the cost, with respect to a major defense acquisition program or major system, means a significant cost growth threshold, as that term is defined in section 2433(a)(4) of this title.
(8) The term critical change to the cost, with respect to a major defense acquisition program or major system, means a critical cost growth threshold, as that term is defined in section 2433(a)(5) of this title.
(9) The term significant change to the schedule, with respect to a major defense acquisition program or major system, means any schedule delay greater than six months in a reported event.
(f)
Submission to congressional committees
Upon request by the chairman or ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate or the House of Representatives, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the committee the most recently approved acquisition strategy for a major defense acquisition program or major system. The strategy shall be submitted in unclassified form but may include a classified annex.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2431 the following new item:
2431a. Acquisition strategy.
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(b)
Additional amendments
(1) Section 2350a(e) of such title is amended—
(A) in the subsection heading, by striking Document;
(B) in paragraph (1), by striking the Under Secretary of Defense for and all that follows through of the Board and inserting opportunities for such cooperative research and development shall be addressed in the acquisition strategy for the project; and
(C) in paragraph (2)—
(i) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A)—
(I) by striking document and inserting discussion; and
(II) by striking include and inserting consider;
(ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking A statement indicating whether and inserting Whether;
(iii) in subparagraph (B)—
(I) by striking by the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics; and
(II) by striking of the United States under consideration by the Department of Defense; and
(iv) in subparagraph (D), by striking The recommendation of the Under Secretary and inserting A recommendation to the Milestone Decision Authority.
(2) Section 803 of the Bob Stump National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003 (Public Law 107–314; 10 U.S.C. 2430 note) is repealed.
823.
Revision to requirements relating to risk management in development of major defense acquisition programs and major systems
(a)
Risk management and mitigation requirements
(1)
In general
Chapter 144 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 2431a (as added by section 813) the following new section:
2431b.
Risk management and mitigation in major defense acquisition programs and major systems
(a)
Requirement
(1) There shall be a risk management and mitigation strategy for each major defense acquisition program or major system.
(2) The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that the initial acquisition strategy (required under section 2431a of this title) approved by the Milestone Decision Authority and any subsequent revisions include the following:
(A) A comprehensive strategy for managing and mitigating risk (including technical, cost, and schedule risk) during each of the following periods:
(i) The period preceding engineering manufacturing development, or its equivalent.
(ii) The period preceding initial production.
(iii) The period preceding full-rate production.
(B) An identification of the major sources of risk in each of the periods listed in subparagraph (A).
(3) In the case of a program or system with separate increments of capabilities that require Milestone Decision Authority approval to begin or proceed, paragraphs (1) and (2) shall apply to each increment.
(b)
Strategy to manage and mitigate risks
(1) The comprehensive strategy to manage and mitigate risk included in the acquisition strategy for purposes of subsection (a)(2)(A) shall identify each individual risk and the risk management and mitigation activities to address each risk. For the mitigation activities identified, the strategy shall note whether they require cost and schedule margins and need to be included in funding requests.
(2) The strategy shall be comprehensive and, at a minimum, include consideration of risk mitigation techniques such as the following:
(A) Prototyping (including prototyping at the system, subsystem, or component level and competitive prototyping, where appropriate) and, if prototyping at either the system, subsystem, or component level is not used, an explanation of why it is not appropriate.
(B) Modeling and simulation, the areas that modeling and simulation will assess, and identification of the need for development of any new modeling and simulation tools in order to support the comprehensive strategy.
(C) Technology demonstrations and decision points for disciplined transition of planned technologies into programs or the selection of alternative technologies.
(D) Multiple design approaches.
(E) Alternative designs, including any designs that meet requirements but do so with reduced performance.
(F) Phasing of program activities or related technology development efforts in order to address high risk areas as early as feasible.
(c)
Definitions
In this section, the terms major defense acquisition program and major system have the meanings provided in section 2431a of this title.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2431a, as so added, the following new item:
2431b. Risk reduction in major defense acquisition programs and major systems.
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(b)
Repeal of superseded provision
Section 203 of the Weapon Systems Acquisition Reform Act of 2009 (10 U.S.C. 2430 note) is repealed.
824.
Modification to requirements relating to determination of contract type for major defense acquisition programs and major systems
(a)
Determination of contract type
Section 2306 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(i)
Required elements of guidance relating to contract type
(1) The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that the guidance of the Department of Defense relating to major defense acquisition programs, major systems, and major automated information systems includes a requirement that the acquisition strategy required under section 2431a of this title for such a program or system includes—
(A) a separate identification of the contract type for each acquisition phase of the program or system; and
(B) a justification of the contract type identified.
(2) The contract type identified in accordance with paragraph (1)(A) may be—
(A) a fixed-price type contract (including a fixed-price incentive contract); or
(B) a cost-type contract (including a cost-plus-incentive-fee contract).
(3) The guidance referred to in paragraph (1) shall require that the justification for the contract type selected explain—
(A) how the level of program risk in each acquisition phase relates to the contract type selected;
(B) how the use of incentives (especially cost incentives) in the contract, if any, supports the program or system objectives during each acquisition phase; and
(C) how the plans for the program or system to reduce risk enable the use of fixed-price elements in subsequent contracts.
(4) The guidance shall also specify that the use of contracts with target costs, target profits or fees, and profit or fee adjustment formulas can be an appropriate contract type.
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(b)
Repeal
Section 818 of the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (Public Law 109–364; 10 U.S.C. 2306 note) is amended by striking subsections (b), (c), (d), and (e).
825.
Required determination before Milestone A approval or initiation of major defense acquisition programs
(a)
Determination rather than certification required
Subsection (a) of section 2366a of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in the subsection heading, by striking Certification and inserting Written determination required; and
(2) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking certifies and inserting determines, in writing,.
(b)
Submission of written determination to congress
Subsection (b) of such section is amended to read as follows:
(b)
Submission to congress
At the request of any of the congressional defense committees, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the committee an explanation of the basis for a determination made under subsection (a) with respect to a major defense acquisition program, together with a copy of the written determination. The explanation shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
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(c)
Repeal of unused definitions
Subsection (c) of such section is amended—
(1) by striking paragraphs (2) and (4); and
(2) by redesignating paragraphs (3), (5), (6), and (7) as paragraphs (2), (3), (4), and (5), respectively.
(d)
Clerical amendments
(1)
Section heading
The heading of section 2366a of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
2366a.
Major defense acquisition programs: determination required before Milestone A approval
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(2)
Table of sections
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 139 of such title is amended by striking the item relating to section 2366a and inserting the following new item:
2366a. Major defense acquisition programs: determination required before Milestone A approval.
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826.
Required certification and determination before Milestone B approval of major defense acquisition programs
(a)
Determination required in addition to certification
Subsection (a) of section 2366b of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in the subsection heading, by striking Certification and inserting Certification and determination required;
(2) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (5); and
(3) by striking (3) further certifies that— and inserting the following:
(3) further certifies that the technology in the program has been demonstrated in a relevant environment, as determined by the Milestone Decision Authority on the basis of an independent review and assessment by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, in consultation with the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Developmental Test and Evaluation;
(4) determines, in writing, that—
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(b)
Submission of written determination to congress
Subsection (c) of such section is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(3) At the request of any of the congressional defense committees, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the committee an explanation of the basis for a determination made under subsection (a)(4) with respect to a major defense acquisition program, together with a copy of the written determination. The explanation shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
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(c)
National security waiver
Subsection (d) of such section is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking certification requirement and inserting certification and determination requirements; and
(2) in paragraph (2)—
(A) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) and in subparagraph (A), by inserting waiver before determination each place it appears; and
(B) in subparagraph (B), by striking certification components both places it appears and inserting certification and determination components.
(d)
Conforming amendments
Section 2366b of title 10, United States Code, is further amended—
(1) in subsection (b)(1), by striking paragraph (1) or (2) of subsection (a) and inserting paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of subsection (a);
(2) in subsection (d)(1), by striking paragraph (1), (2), or (3) of subsection (a) and inserting paragraph (1), (2), (3), or (4) of subsection (a); and
(3) in subsection (d)(2)(B), by striking paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of subsection (a) and inserting paragraphs (1), (2), (3) and (4) of subsection (a).
(e)
Clerical amendments
(1)
Section heading
The heading of section 2366b of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
2366b.
Major defense acquisition programs: certification and determination required before Milestone B approval
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(2)
Table of sections
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 139 of such title is amended by striking the item relating to section 2366b and inserting the following new item:
2366b. Major defense acquisition programs: certification and determination required before Milestone B approval.
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D
Industrial Base Matters
831.
Codification and amendment of Mentor-Protege Program
(a)
In general
Section 831 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1991 (Public Law 101–510; 104 Stat. 1607; 10 U.S.C. 2302 note) is transferred to chapter 137 of title 10, United States Code, inserted so as to appear after section 2323a, redesignated as section 2323b, and amended—
(1) by amending the section heading to read as follows:
2323b.
Mentor-Protege Program
;
(2) by striking pilot each place such term appears;
(3) by amending subsection (e)(1) to read as follows:
(1) A developmental program for the protege firm, in such detail as may be reasonable, including—
(A) factors to assess the protege firm's developmental progress under the program; and
(B) the anticipated number and type of subcontracts to be awarded to the protege firm.
;
(4) in subsection (g)(2)(B), by striking under subsection (l)(2);
(5) in subsection (h)(1), by inserting (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.) after Small Business Act;
(6) by striking subsection (j) and redesignating subsections (k) and (l) as subsections (j) and (k), respectively;
(7) by amending subsection (j) (as so redesignated) to read as follows:
(j)
Regulations
The regulations implementing the Mentor-Protege Pilot Program established under section 831 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1991 (Public Law 101–510; 104 Stat. 1607; 10 U.S.C. 2302 note) as in effect on the date of enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 shall apply to this section. The Secretary of Defense may revise such regulations or prescribe additional regulations necessary to carry out this section. The Department of Defense policy regarding the Mentor-Protege Program shall be published and maintained as an appendix to the Department of Defense Supplement to the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
;
(8) by striking prescribed pursuant to subsection (k) each place such term appears and inserting described in subsection (j); and
(9) in subsection (k) (as so redesignated)—
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking means a business concern that meets the requirements of section 3(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(a)) and the regulations promulgated pursuant thereto and inserting has the meaning given such term under section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632);
(B) in paragraph (2)—
(i) in subparagraph (D), by striking the severely disabled and inserting severely disabled individuals; and
(ii) in subparagraph (G), by inserting (15 U.S.C. 632(p)) after Small Business Act; and
(C) by amending paragraph (8) to read as follows:
(8) The term severely disabled individual means an individual who is blind (as defined in section 8501 of title 41) or a severely disabled individual (as defined in such section).
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2323a the following new item:
2323b. Mentor-Protege Program.
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832.
Amendments to data quality improvement plan
(a)
In general
Section 15(s) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(s)) is amended—
(1) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (6); and
(2) by inserting after paragraph (3) the following new paragraphs:
(4)
Implementation
Not later than the first day of fiscal year 2017, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration shall implement the plan described in this subsection.
(5)
Certification
The Administrator shall annually provide to the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate a certification of the accuracy and completeness of data reported on bundled and consolidated contracts.
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(b)
GAO study
(1)
Study
Not later than the first day of fiscal year 2018, the Comptroller General of the United States shall initiate a study on the effectiveness of the plan described in section 15(s) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(s)) that shall assess whether contracts were accurately labeled as bundled or consolidated.
(2)
Contracts evaluated
For the purposes of conducting the study described in paragraph (1), the Comptroller General of the United States—
(A) shall evaluate, for work in each of sectors 23, 33, 54, and 56 (as defined by the North American Industry Classification System), not fewer than 100 contracts in each sector;
(B) shall evaluate only those contracts—
(i) awarded by an agency listed in section 901(b) of title 31, United States Code; and
(ii) that have a Base and Exercised Options Value, an Action Obligation, or a Base and All Options Value (as such terms are defined in the Federal procurement data system described in section 1122(a)(4)(A) of title 41, United States Code, or any successor system); and
(C) shall not evaluate contracts that have used any set aside authority.
(3)
Report
Not later than 12 months after initiating the study required by paragraph (1), the Comptroller General of the United States shall report to the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate on the results from such study and, if warranted, any recommendations on how to improve the quality of data reported on bundled and consolidated contracts.
833.
Notice of contract consolidation for acquisition strategies
(a)
Notice requirement for the senior procurement executive or Chief Acquisition Officer
Section 44(c)(2) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 657q(c)(2)) is amended by adding at the end the following:
(C)
Notice
Not later than 7 days after making a determination that an acquisition strategy involving a consolidation of contract requirements is necessary and justified under subparagraph (A), the senior procurement executive or Chief Acquisition Officer shall publish a notice on a public website that such determination has been made. Any solicitation for a procurement related to the acquisition strategy may not be published earlier than 7 days after such notice is published. Along with the publication of the solicitation, the senior procurement executive or Chief Acquisition Officer shall publish a justification for the determination, which shall include the information in subparagraphs (A) through (E) of paragraph (1).
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(b)
Notice requirement for the head of a contracting agency
Section 15(e)(3) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(e)(3)) is amended to read as follows:
(3)
Strategy specifications
If the head of a contracting agency determines that an acquisition plan for a procurement involves a substantial bundling of contract requirements, the head of a contracting agency shall publish a notice on a public website that such determination has been made not later than 7 days after making such determination. Any solicitation for a procurement related to the acquisition plan may not be published earlier than 7 days after such notice is published. Along with the publication of the solicitation, the head of a contracting agency shall publish a justification for the determination, which shall include following information:
(A) The specific benefits anticipated to be derived from the bundling of contract requirements and a determination that such benefits justify the bundling.
(B) An identification of any alternative contracting approaches that would involve a lesser degree of bundling of contract requirements.
(C) An assessment of—
(i) the specific impediments to participation by small business concerns as prime contractors that result from the bundling of contract requirements; and
(ii) the specific actions designed to maximize participation of small business concerns as subcontractors (including suppliers) at various tiers under the contract or contracts that are awarded to meet the requirements.
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(c)
Technical amendment
Section 44(c)(1) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 657q(c)(1)) is amended by striking Subject to paragraph (4), the head and inserting The head.
834.
Clarification of requirements related to small business contracts for services
(a)
Procurement contracts
Section 8(a)(17) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 637(a)(17)) is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (A), by striking any procurement contract and all that follows through section 15 and inserting any procurement contract, which contract has as its principal purpose the supply of a product to be let pursuant to this subsection or subsection (m), or section 15(a), 31, or 36,; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(C)
Limitation
This paragraph shall not apply to a contract that has as its principal purpose the acquisition of services or construction.
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(b)
Subcontractor contracts
Section 46(a)(4) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 657s(a)(4)) is amended by striking for supplies from a regular dealer in such supplies and inserting which is principally for supplies from a regular dealer in such supplies, and which is not a contract principally for services or construction,.
835.
Review of Government access to intellectual property rights of private sector firms
(a)
Review required
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall enter into a contract with an independent entity with appropriate expertise to conduct a review of (1) Department of Defense regulations, practices, and sustainment requirements related to Government access to and use of intellectual property rights of private sector firms; and (2) Department of Defense practices related to the procurement, management, and use of intellectual property rights to facilitate competition in sustainment of weapon systems throughout their life-cycle. The contract shall require that in conducting the review, the independent entity shall consult with the National Defense Technology and Industrial Base Council (described in section 2502 of title 10, United States Code) and each Center of Industrial and Technical Excellence (described in section 2474 of title 10, United States Code).
(b)
Report
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the findings of the independent entity, along with a description of any actions that the Secretary proposes to revise and clarify laws or that the Secretary may take to revise or clarify regulations related to intellectual property rights.
836.
Requirement that certain ship components be manufactured in the national technology and industrial base
(a)
Additional procurement limitation
Section 2534(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(6)
Components for auxiliary ships
Subject to subsection (k), the following components:
(A) Auxiliary equipment, including pumps, for all shipboard services.
(B) Propulsion system components, including engines, reduction gears, and propellers.
(C) Shipboard cranes.
(D) Spreaders for shipboard cranes.
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(b)
Implementation
Such section is further amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(k)
Implementation of auxiliary ship component limitation
Subsection (a)(6) applies only with respect to contracts awarded by the Secretary of a military department for new construction of an auxiliary ship after the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 using funds available for National Defense Sealift Fund programs or Shipbuilding and Conversion, Navy.
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837.
Policy regarding solid rocket motors used in tactical missiles
(a)
Policy
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that every tactical missile program of the Department of Defense that uses solid propellant as the primary propulsion system shall have at least one rocket motor supplier within the national technology and industrial base (as defined in section 2500(1) of title 10, United States Code).
(b)
Waiver
The Secretary may waive subsection (a) in the case of compelling national security reasons.
838.
FAR Council membership for Administrator of Small Business Administration
(a)
Addition of Administrator of Small Business Administration to Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council
Section 1302(b)(1) of title 41, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking and at the end of subparagraph (C);
(2) by striking the period and inserting ; and at the end of subparagraph (D); and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(E) the Administrator of the Small Business Administration.
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(b)
Conforming amendments
Such title is amended—
(1) in section 1303(a)(1)—
(A) by striking and the Administrator of National Aeronautics and Space, and inserting the Administrator of National Aeronautics and Space, and the Administrator of the Small Business Administration,; and
(B) by striking and the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958 (42 U.S.C. 2451 et seq.), and inserting the National Aeronautics and Space Act of 1958 (42 U.S.C. 2451 et seq.), and the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.),; and
(2) in section 1121(d), by striking and the General Services Administration and inserting the General Services Administration, and the Small Business Administration.
839.
Surety bond requirements and amount of guarantee
(a)
Surety bond requirements
Chapter 93 of subtitle VI of title 31, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by adding at the end the following:
9310.
Individual sureties
If another applicable law or regulation permits the acceptance of a bond from a surety that is not subject to sections 9305 and 9306 and is based on a pledge of assets by the surety, the assets pledged by such surety shall—
(1) consist of eligible obligations described under section 9303(a); and
(2) be submitted to the official of the Government required to approve or accept the bond, who shall deposit the assets with a depository described under section 9303(b).
; and
(2) in the table of contents for such chapter, by adding at the end the following:
9310. Individual sureties.
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(b)
Amount of surety bond guarantee from Small Business Administration
Section 411(c)(1) of the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 (15 U.S.C. 694b(c)(1)) is amended by striking 70 and inserting 90.
(c)
Comptroller General study on surety bonds
(1)
Study
The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a study on the following:
(A) All instances during the 10-year period beginning on January 31, 2006, in which a surety bond proposed or issued by a surety in connection with a Federal project was—
(i) rejected by a Federal contracting officer; or
(ii) accepted by a Federal contracting officer, but was later found to have been backed by insufficient collateral or to be otherwise deficient or with respect to which the surety did not perform.
(B) The consequences to the Federal Government, subcontractors, and suppliers of the instances described under subparagraph (A).
(C) The percentages of all Federal contracts that were awarded to new startup businesses (including new startup businesses that are small disadvantaged businesses or disadvantaged business enterprises), small disadvantaged businesses, and disadvantaged business enterprises as prime contractors during—
(i) the 2-year period beginning on January 31, 2014 and ending on January 31, 2016; and
(ii) the 2-year period beginning on January 31, 2016 and ending on January 31, 2018.
(D) An assessment of the impact of the amendments made by this section upon the percentages described in subparagraph (C).
(2)
Report
Not later than January 31, 2019, the Comptroller General shall issue a report to the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs of the Senate containing all findings and determinations made in carrying out the study required under paragraph (1).
(3)
Definitions
In this subsection:
(A)
Disadvantaged business enterprise
The term disadvantaged business enterprise has the meaning given that term under section 26.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations.
(B)
New startup business
The term new startup business means a business that was formed in the 2-year period ending on the date on which the business bids on a Federal contract that requires giving a surety bond.
(C)
Small disadvantaged business
The term small disadvantaged business has the meaning given the term socially and economically disadvantaged small business concern under section 8(a)(4) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 637(a)(4)).
840.
Certification requirements for procurement center representatives, Business Opportunity Specialists, and commercial market representatives
(a)
Procurement center representative requirements
Section 15(l)(5)(A)(iii) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(l)(5)(A)(iii)) is amended by striking except that and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting the following:
except that—
(I) any person serving in such a position on or before January 3, 2013, may continue to serve in that position for a period of 5 years beginning on such date without the required certification; and
(II) any person hired for such position after January 3, 2013, may have up to one calendar year from the date of employment to obtain the required certification.
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(b)
Business Opportunity Specialist requirements
(1)
In general
Section 4 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 633) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(g)
Certification requirements for Business Opportunity Specialists
A Business Opportunity Specialist described under section 7(j)(10)(D) shall have a Level I Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (or any successor certification) or the equivalent Department of Defense certification, except that—
(1) a Business Opportunity Specialist who was serving on or before January 3, 2013, may continue to serve as a Business Opportunity Specialist for a period of 5 years beginning on such date without such a certification; and
(2) any person hired as a Business Opportunity Specialist after January 3, 2013, may have up to one calendar year from the date of employment to obtain the required certification.
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(2)
Conforming amendment
Section 7(j)(10)(D)(i) of such Act (15 U.S.C. 636(j)(10)(D)(i)) is amended by striking the second sentence.
(c)
Commercial market representative requirements
Section 4 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 633), as amended by subsection (b)(1), is further amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(h)
Certification requirements for commercial market representatives
A commercial market representative referred to in section 15(q)(3) shall have a Level I Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (or any successor certification) or the equivalent Department of Defense certification, except that—
(1) a commercial market representative who was serving on or before the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 may continue to serve as a commercial market representative for a period of 5 years beginning on such date without such a certification; and
(2) any person hired as a commercial market representative after the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 may have up to one calendar year from the date of employment to obtain the required certification.
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841.
Including subcontracting goals in agency responsibilities
Section 1633(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2076; 15 U.S.C. 631 note) is amended by striking assume responsibility for of the agency's success in achieving small business contracting goals and percentages and inserting assume responsibility for the agency's success in achieving each of the small business prime contracting and subcontracting goals and percentages.
842.
Modifications to requirements for qualified HUBZone small business concerns located in a base closure area
(a)
Period for base closure areas
(1)
Extension of period
(A)
In general
Section 152(a)(2) of title I of division K of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005 (15 U.S.C. 632 note) is amended by striking for a period of 5 years and inserting
for the later of—
(A) 8 years from the date of final closure; or
(B) the date designated by the Administrator of the Small Business Administration that is based on data of the Bureau of the Census obtained from the first decennial census conducted after the date of final closure.
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(B)
Conforming amendment
Section 1698(b)(2) of National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (15 U.S.C. 632 note) is amended by striking 5 years and inserting
the later of—
(A) 8 years; or
(B) the date designated by the Administrator of the Small Business Administration described in section 152(a)(2)(B) of title I of division K of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005 (15 U.S.C. 632 note).
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(2)
Effective date; applicability
The amendments made by paragraph (1) shall—
(A) take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act; and
(B) apply to—
(i) a base closure area (as defined in section 3(p)(4)(D) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(p)(4)(D))) that, on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act, is treated as a HUBZone described in section 3(p)(1)(E) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(p)(1)(E)) under—
(I) section 152(a)(2) of title I of division K of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005 (15 U.S.C. 632 note); or
(II) section 1698(b)(2) of National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (15 U.S.C. 632 note); and
(ii) a base closure area relating to the closure of a military instillation under the authority described in clauses (i) through (iv) of section 3(p)(4)(D) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(p)(4)(D)) that occurs on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.
(b)
Eligible area for employee residence for base closure HUBZones
Section 3(p)(5)(A)(i)(I) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(p)(5)(A)(i)(I)) is amended—
(1) in item (aa), by striking or at the end;
(2) by redesignating item (bb) as item (cc); and
(3) by inserting after item (aa) the following new item:
(bb) pursuant to subparagraph (A), (B), (C), (D), or (E) of paragraph (3), that its principal office is located within a base closure area and that not fewer than 35 percent of its employees reside in such base closure area or in another HUBZone; or
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(c)
Expansion of area included in base area closure definition
Section 3(p)(4)(D) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(p)(4)(D)) is amended—
(1) in clause (iv), by striking the period at the end and inserting ; and;
(2) by redesignating clauses (i) through (iv) as subclauses (I) through (IV), respectively;
(3) in the matter preceding subclause (I), as so redesignated, by striking means lands within and inserting the following:
means—
(i) lands within
; and
(4) by adding at the end the following new clause:
(ii) lands within 25 miles of the external boundaries of a military installation described in clause (i), excluding any such lands that are not within a qualified nonmetropolitan county.
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843.
Joint venturing and teaming
(a)
Joint venture offers for bundled or consolidated contracts
Section 15(e)(4) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(e)(4)) is amended to read as follows:
(4)
Contract teaming
(A)
In general
In the case of a solicitation of offers for a bundled or consolidated contract that is issued by the head of an agency, a small business concern that provides for use of a particular team of subcontractors or a joint venture of small business concerns may submit an offer for the performance of the contract.
(B)
Evaluation of offers
The head of the agency shall evaluate an offer described in subparagraph (A) in the same manner as other offers, with due consideration to the capabilities of all of the proposed subcontractors or members of the joint venture as follows:
(i)
Teams
When evaluating an offer of a small business prime contractor that includes a proposed team of small business subcontractors, the head of the agency shall consider the capabilities and past performance of each first tier subcontractor that is part of the team as the capabilities and past performance of the small business prime contractor.
(ii)
Joint ventures
When evaluating an offer of a joint venture of small business concerns, if the joint venture does not have sufficient capabilities or past performance to be considered for award of a contract opportunity, the head of the agency shall consider the capabilities and past performance of each member of the joint venture as the capabilities past performance of the joint venture.
(C)
Status as a small business concern
Participation of a small business concern in a team or a joint venture under this paragraph shall not affect the status of that concern as a small business concern for any other purpose.
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(b)
Team and joint ventures offers for multiple award contracts
Section 15(q)(1) of such Act (15 U.S.C. 644(q)(1)) is amended—
(1) in the heading, by inserting and joint venture before requirements;
(2) by striking Each Federal agency and inserting the following:
(A)
In general
Each Federal agency
; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(B)
Teams
When evaluating an offer of a small business prime contractor that includes a proposed team of small business subcontractors for any multiple award contract above the substantial bundling threshold of the Federal agency, the head of the agency shall consider the capabilities and past performance of each first tier subcontractor that is part of the team as the capabilities and past performance of the small business prime contractor.
(C)
Joint ventures
When evaluating an offer of a joint venture of small business concerns for any multiple award contract above the substantial bundling threshold of the Federal agency, if the joint venture does not have sufficient capabilities or past performance to be considered for award of a contract opportunity, the head of the agency shall consider the capabilities and past performance of each member of the joint venture as the capabilities and past performance of the joint venture.
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844.
Modification to and scorecard program for small business contracting goals
(a)
Amendment to Governmentwide goal for small business participation in procurement contracts
Section 15(g)(1)(A)(i) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(g)(1)(A)(i) is amended by adding at the end the following: In meeting this goal, the Government shall ensure the participation of small business concerns from a wide variety of industries and from a broad spectrum of small business concerns within each industry..
(b)
Scorecard program for evaluating federal agency compliance with small business contracting goals
(1)
In general
Not later than September 30, 2016, the Administrator of the Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Federal agencies, shall—
(A) develop a methodology for calculating a score to be used to evaluate the compliance of each Federal agency with meeting the goals established pursuant to section 15(g)(1)(B) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(g)(1)(B)); and
(B) develop a scorecard based on such methodology.
(2)
Agency annual goal
In developing the methodology for calculating a score described in paragraph (1), the Administrator shall consider each annual goal established by each Federal agency pursuant to section 15(g)(1)(B) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(g)(1)(B)).
(3)
Use of scorecard
Beginning in fiscal year 2017, the Administrator shall establish and carry out a program to use the scorecard developed under paragraph (1) to evaluate whether each Federal agency is creating the maximum practicable opportunities for the award of prime contracts and subcontracts to small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women, by assigning a score to each Federal agency. If the Administrator fails to establish and carry out this program before the end of fiscal year 2017, the Administrator may not exercise the authority under section 7(a)(25)(A) until such time as the program is implemented.
(4)
Contents of scorecard
The scorecard developed under paragraph (1) shall include, for each Federal agency, the following information:
(A) A determination of whether the Federal agency met each of the prime contract goals established pursuant to section 15(g)(1)(B) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(g)(1)(B)) with respect to small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women.
(B) A determination of whether the Federal agency met each of the subcontract goals established pursuant to such section with respect to small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women.
(C) The number of small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women awarded prime contracts in each North American Industrial Classification System code during the fiscal year and a comparison to the number awarded contracts during the prior fiscal year, if available.
(D) The number of small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women awarded subcontracts in each North American Industrial Classification System code during the fiscal year and a comparison to the number awarded contracts during the prior fiscal year, if available.
(E) Any other factors that the Administrator deems important to achieve the maximum practicable utilization of small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women.
(5)
Weighted factors
In using the scorecard to evaluate and assign a score to a Federal agency, the Administrator shall base—
(A) fifty percent of the score on the dollar value of prime contracts described in paragraph (4)(A); and
(B) fifty percent of the score on the information provided in subparagraphs (B) through (E) of paragraph (4), weighted in a manner determined by the Administrator to encourage the maximum practicable opportunity for the award of prime contracts and subcontracts to small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women.
(6)
Publication
The scorecard used by the Administrator under this subsection shall be submitted to the President and Congress along with the report submitted under section 15(h)(2) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(h)(2)).
(7)
Report
After the Administrator submits the scorecard for fiscal year 2018, but not later than March 31, 2019, the Administrator shall report to the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate. Such report shall include the following:
(A) A description of any increase in the dollar amount of prime contracts and subcontracts awarded to small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women.
(B) A description of any increase in the dollar amount of prime contracts and subcontracts awarded to small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women in each North American Industrial Classification System code.
(C) A description of any increase to the number of small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women awarded contracts in each North American Industrial Classification System code.
(D) The recommendation of the Administrator on continuing, modifying, expanding, or terminating the program established under this subsection.
(8)
GAO report on scorecard methodology
Not later than September 30, 2018, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committee on Small Business of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship of the Senate a report that—
(A) evaluates whether the methodology used to calculate a score under this subsection accurately and effectively—
(i) measures the compliance of each Federal agency with meeting the goals established pursuant to section 15(g)(1)(B) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(g)(1)(B)); and
(ii) encourages Federal agencies to expand opportunities for mall business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concerns, small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, and small business concerns owned and controlled by women to compete for and be awarded Federal procurement contracts across North American Industrial Classification System Codes; and
(B) if warranted, makes recommendations on how to improve such methodology to improve its accuracy and effectiveness.
(9)
Definitions
In this subsection:
(A)
Administrator
The term Administrator means the Administrator of the Small Business Administration.
(B)
Federal agency
The term Federal agency has the meaning given the term agency by section 551(1) of title 5, United States Code, but does not include the United States Postal Service or the Government Accountability Office.
(C)
Scorecard
The term scorecard shall mean any summary using a rating system to evaluate a Federal agency’s efforts to meet goals established under section 15(g)(1)(B) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(g)(1)(B)) that—
(i) includes the measures described in paragraph (4); and
(ii) assigns a score to each Federal agency evaluated.
(D)
Small Business Act definitions
(i)
In general
The terms small business concern, small business concern owned and controlled by service-disabled veterans, qualified HUBZone small business concern, and small business concern owned and controlled by women shall have the meanings given such terms under section 3 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632).
(ii)
Small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals
The term small business concern owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals has the meaning given that term under section 8(d)(3)(C) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 637(d)(3)(C)).
845.
Establishment of an Office of Hearings and Appeals in the Small Business Administration; petitions for reconsideration of size standards
(a)
Establishment of an Office of Hearings and Appeals in the Small Business Administration
(1)
In general
Section 5 of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 634) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(i)
Office of Hearings and Appeals
(1)
Establishment
(A)
Office
There is established in the Administration an Office of Hearings and Appeals—
(i) to impartially decide matters relating to program decisions of the Administrator—
(I) for which Congress requires a hearing on the record; or
(II) that the Administrator designates for hearing by regulation; and
(ii) which shall contain the office of the Administration that handles requests submitted pursuant to sections 552 of title 5, United States Code (commonly referred to as the Freedom of Information Act) and maintains records pursuant to section 552a of title 5, United States Code (commonly referred to as the Privacy Act of 1974).
(B)
Jurisdiction
The Office of Hearings and Appeals shall only hear appeals of matters as described in this Act, the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 (15 U.S.C. 661 et seq.), and title 13 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
(C)
Associate administrator
The head of the Office of Hearings and Appeals shall be the Chief Hearing Officer appointed under section 4(b)(1), who shall be responsible to the Administrator.
(2)
Chief Hearing Officer duties
(A)
In general
The Chief Hearing Officer shall—
(i) be a career appointee in the Senior Executive Service and an attorney licensed by a State, commonwealth, territory or possession of the United States, or the District of Columbia; and
(ii) be responsible for the operation and management of the Office of Hearings and Appeals.
(B)
Alternative dispute resolution
The Chief Hearing Officer may assign a matter for mediation or other means of alternative dispute resolution.
(3)
Hearing Officers
(A)
In general
The Office of Hearings and Appeals shall appoint Hearing Officers to carry out the duties described in paragraph (1)(A)(i).
(B)
Conditions of employment
A Hearing Officer appointed under this paragraph—
(i) shall serve in the excepted service as an employee of the Administration under section 2103 of title 5, United States Code, and under the supervision of the Chief Hearing Officer;
(ii) shall be classified at a position to which section 5376 of title 5, United States Code, applies; and
(iii) shall be compensated at a rate not exceeding the maximum rate payable under such section.
(C)
Authority; powers
Notwithstanding section 556(b) of title 5, United States Code, a Hearing Officer—
(i) shall have the authority to hear claims arising under section 554 of such title;
(ii) shall have the powers described in section 556(c) of such title; and
(iii) shall conduct hearings and issue decisions in the manner described under sections 555, 556, and 557 of such title, as applicable.
(D)
Treatment of current personnel
An individual serving as a Judge in the Office of Hearings and Appeals (as that position and office are designated in section 134.101 of title 13, Code of Federal Regulations) on the effective date of this subsection shall be considered as qualified to be, and redesignated as, a Hearing Officer.
(4)
Hearing Officer defined
In this subsection, the term Hearing Officer means an individual appointed or redesignated under this subsection who is an attorney licensed by a State, commonwealth, territory or possession of the United States, or the District of Columbia.
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(2)
Associate Administrator as Chief Hearing Officer
Section 4(b)(1) of such Act (15 U.S.C. 633(b)) is amended by adding at the end the following: One such Associate Administrator shall be the Chief Hearing Officer, who shall administer the Office of Hearings and Appeals established under section 5(i)..
(3)
Repeal of regulation
Section 134.102(t) of title 13, Code of Federal Regulations, as in effect on January 1, 2015, (relating to types of hearings within the jurisdiction of the Office of Hearings and Appeals) shall have no force or effect.
(b)
Petitions for reconsideration of size standards for small business concerns
Section 3(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 632(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following:
(9)
Petitions for reconsideration of size standards
(A)
In general
A person may file a petition for reconsideration with the Office of Hearings and Appeals (as established under section 5(i)) of a size standard revised, modified, or established by the Administrator pursuant to this subsection.
(B)
Time limit
A person filing a petition for reconsideration described in subparagraph (A) shall file such petition not later than 30 days after the publication in the Federal Register of the notice of final rule to revise, modify, or establish size standards described in paragraph (6).
(C)
Process for agency review
The Office of Hearings and Appeals shall use the same process it uses to decide challenges to the size of a small business concern to decide a petition for review pursuant to this paragraph.
(D)
Judicial review
The publication of a final rule in the Federal Register described in subparagraph (B) shall be considered final agency action for purposes of seeking judicial review. Filing a petition for reconsideration under subparagraph (A) shall not be a condition precedent to judicial review of any such size standard.
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846.
Limitations on reverse auctions
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that, when used appropriately, reverse auctions may improve the Federal Government's procurement of commercially available commodities by increasing competition, reducing prices, and improving opportunities for small businesses.
(b)
Limitations on reverse auctions
The Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.) is amended—
(1) by redesignating section 47 (15 U.S.C. 631 note) as section 48; and
(2) by inserting after section 46 the following new section:
47.
Limitations on reverse auctions
(a)
Prohibition on using reverse auctions for covered contracts
In the case of a covered contract described in subsection (c), a reverse auction may not be used if the award of the contract is to be made under—
(1) section 8(a);
(2) section 8(m);
(3) section 15(a);
(4) section 15(j);
(5) section 31; or
(6) section 36.
(b)
Limitations on using reverse auctions
In the case of the award of a contract made under paragraphs (1) through (6) of subsection (a) that is not a covered contract, a reverse auction may be used for the award of such a contract, but only if the following requirements are met:
(1)
Decisions regarding use of a reverse auction
Subject to paragraph (2), the following decisions with respect to such a contract shall be made only by a contracting officer:
(A) A decision to use a reverse auction as part of the competition for award of such a contract.
(B) Any decision made after the decision described in subsection (A) regarding the appropriate evaluation criteria, the inclusion of vendors, the acceptability of vendor submissions (including decisions regarding timeliness), and the selection of the winner.
(2)
Training required
Only a contracting officer who has received training on the appropriate use and supervision of reverse auctions may use or supervise a reverse auction for the award of such a contract. The training shall be provided by, or similar to the training provided by, the Defense Acquisition University as described in section 824 of the Carl Levin and Howard P. Buck McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291).
(3)
Number of offers; revisions to bids
A Federal agency may not award such a contract using a reverse auction if only one offer is received or if offerors do not have the ability to submit revised bids with lower prices throughout the course of the auction.
(4)
Technically acceptable offers
A Federal agency awarding such a contract using a reverse auction shall evaluate the technical acceptability of offers only as technically acceptable or unacceptable.
(5)
Use of price rankings
A Federal agency may not award such a contract using a reverse auction if at any time during the award process the Federal agency misinforms an offeror about the price ranking of the offeror’s last offer submitted in relation to offers submitted by other offerors.
(6)
Use of third-party agents
If a Federal agency uses a third party agent to assist with the award of such a contract using a reverse auction, the Federal agency shall ensure that—
(A) inherently governmental functions (as such term is used in section 2303 of title 41, United States Code) are not performed by private contractors, including by the third party agent;
(B) information on the past contract performance of offerors created by the third party agent and shared with the Federal agency is collected, maintained, and shared in compliance with section 1126 of title 41, United States Code;
(C) information on whether an offeror is a responsible source (as defined in section 113 of title 41, United States Code) that is created by the third party agent and shared with the Federal agency is shared with the offeror and complies with section 8(b)(7) of this Act; and
(D) disputes between the third party agent and an offeror may not be used to justify a determination that an offeror is not a responsible source (as defined in section 113 of title 41, United States Code) or to otherwise restrict the ability of an offeror to compete for the award of such a contract or task or delivery order.
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Contracting officer
The term contracting officer has the meaning given that term in section 2101(1) of title 41, United States Code.
(2)
Covered contract
The term covered contract means a contract—
(A) for design and construction services;
(B) for goods purchased to protect Federal employees, members of the Armed Forces, or civilians from bodily harm; or
(C) for goods or services other than those goods or services described in subparagraph (A) or (B)—
(i) to be awarded based on factors other than price and technical responsibility; or
(ii) if awarding the contract requires the contracting officer to conduct discussions with the offerors about their offer.
(3)
Design and construction services
The term design and construction services means—
(A) site planning and landscape design;
(B) architectural and interior design;
(C) engineering system design;
(D) performance of construction work for facility, infrastructure, and environmental restoration projects;
(E) delivery and supply of construction materials to construction sites;
(F) construction, alteration, or repair, including painting and decorating, of public buildings and public works; and
(G) architectural and engineering services as defined in section 1102 of title 40, United States Code.
(4)
Reverse auction
The term reverse auction, with respect to procurement by an agency, means an auction between a group of offerors who compete against each other by submitting offers for a contract or task or delivery order with the ability to submit revised offers with lower prices throughout the course of the auction.
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847.
Sense of Congress on procurement of fire hoses
(a)
Findings
(1) The General Services Administration has historically procured specialized fire hoses designed for combating wildfires used by the Forest Service.
(2) A memorandum of agreement was signed on February 5, 2014, by the Administrator of General Services and the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency designating the Defense Logistics Agency as the integrated material manager and source of supply for such fire hoses.
(3) While the intent of this agreement was to secure efficiencies in procurement and cost savings for the Government, the transfer of procurement authority to the Department of Defense had the unintentional effect of requiring all suppliers of such fire hoses to comply with the domestic sourcing requirements of section 2533a of title 10, United States Code, also known as the Berry Amendment.
(4) There is currently only one known provider of such fire hoses and that provider is not fully compliant with the domestic sourcing requirements of the Berry Amendment.
(5) As a result of the designation of the Defense Logistic Agency as the integrated material manager for the procurement of such fire hoses and the new requirement for compliance with the Berry Amendment, the Forest Service does not anticipate the ability to procure the necessary number of fire hoses before the fire season begins in early June and is currently facing a shortfall of 56,000 hoses out of the 93,000 required. According to the Chief of the Forest Service, this shortfall represents a critical risk to a number of States that are likely to experience a season of above average wildfire activity.
(6) During the period of May 1, 2014, through May 5, 2015, less than 9 percent of quantities of such hoses purchased by the Defense Logistics Agency were procured for the purposes of the Department of Defense.
(b)
Sense of Congress
Based on the findings in subsection (a), it is the sense of Congress that procurement authority for specialized fire hoses for the United States Forest Service should be reestablished as an activity of the General Services Administration.
E
Other Matters
851.
Additional responsibility for Director of Operational Test and Evaluation
(a)
Additional responsibility
Section 139 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating subsections (c), (d), (e), (f), (g), (h), (i), (j), and (k) as subsections (d), (e), (f), (g), (h), (i), (j), (k), and (l), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new subsection (c):
(c) The Director shall consider the potential for increases in program cost estimates or delays in schedule estimates in the implementation of policies, procedures, and activities related to operational test and evaluation and shall take appropriate action to ensure that operational test and evaluation activities do not unnecessarily increase program costs or impede program schedules.
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(b)
Conforming amendment
Section 196(c)(1)(A)(ii) of such title is amended by striking section 139(i) and inserting section 139(k).
852.
Use of recent prices paid by the Government in the determination of price reasonableness
Section 2306a(b) of title 10, United States Code, as amended by section 804, is further amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(5) A contracting officer shall consider evidence provided by an offeror of recent purchase prices paid by the Government for the same or similar commercial items in establishing price reasonableness on a subsequent purchase if the contracting officer is satisfied that the prices previously paid remain a valid reference for comparison after considering the totality of other relevant factors such as the time elapsed since the prior purchase and any differences in the quantities purchased or applicable terms and conditions.
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853.
Codification of other transaction authority for certain prototype projects
(a)
In general
Section 845 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1994 (Public Law 103–160; 10 U.S.C. 2371 note) is transferred to chapter 139 of title 10, United States Code, inserted so as to appear after section 2371a, redesignated as section 2371b, and amended—
(1) by amending the section heading to read as follows:
2371b.
Authority of the Advanced Research Projects Agency to carry out certain prototype projects
;
(2) by striking of title 10, United States Code each place it appears and inserting of this title;
(3) by striking of title 41, United States Code each place it appears and inserting of title 41;
(4) by amending subparagraph (B) of subsection (d)(1) to read as follows:
(B) all parties to the transaction other than the Federal Government are innovative small business and nontraditional contractors with unique capabilities relevant to the prototype project.
; and
(5) by striking subsection (i).
(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 2371a the following new item:
2371b. Authority of the Advanced Research Projects Agency to carry out certain prototype projects.
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854.
Amendments to certain acquisition thresholds
(a)
Simplified acquisition threshold generally
Section 134 of title 41, United States Code, is amended by striking $100,000 and inserting $500,000.
(b)
Micro-purchase threshold
Section 1902(a) of title 41, United States Code, is amended by striking $3,000 and inserting $5,000.
(c)
Special emergency procurement authority
Section 1903(b)(2) of title 41, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (A), by striking $250,000 and inserting $750,000; and
(2) in subparagraph (B), by striking $1,000,000 and inserting $1,500,000.
(d)
Small business concern reservation
Section 15(j)(1) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 644(j)(1)) is amended by striking $100,000 and inserting $500,000.
(e)
Limitation
Subsection (a) shall not apply to a covered item as defined in subparagraphs of (B), (C), (D), or (E) of section 2533a(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code.
855.
Revision of method of rounding when making inflation adjustment of acquisition-related dollar thresholds
Section 1908(e)(2) of title 41, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking on the day before the adjustment and inserting as calculated under paragraph (1);
(2) by striking and at the end of subparagraph (C); and
(3) by striking subparagraph (D) and inserting the following new subparagraphs:
(D) not less than $1,000,000, but less than $10,000,000, to the nearest $500,000;
(E) not less than $10,000,000, but less than $100,000,000, to the nearest $5,000,000;
(F) not less than $100,000,000, but less than $1,000,000,000, to the nearest $50,000,000; and
(G) $1,000,000,000 or more, to the nearest $500,000,000.
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856.
Repeal of requirement for stand-alone manpower estimates for major defense acquisition programs
(a)
Repeal of requirement
Subsection (a)(1) of section 2434 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking and a manpower estimate for the program have and inserting has.
(b)
Conforming amendments relating to regulations
Subsection (b) of such section is amended—
(1) by striking paragraph (2);
(2) by striking shall require— and all that follows through that the independent and inserting shall require that the independent;
(3) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as paragraphs (1) and (2), respectively, and realigning those paragraphs so as to be two ems from the left margin; and
(4) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated—
(A) by striking and operations and support, and inserting operations and support, and manpower to operate, maintain, and support the program upon full operational deployment,; and
(B) by striking ; and at the end and inserting a period.
(c)
Clerical amendments
(1)
Section heading
The heading of such section is amended to read as follows:
2434.
Independent cost estimates
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(2)
Table of sections
The item relating to such section in the table of sections at the beginning of chapter 144 of such title is amended to read as follows:
2434. Independent cost estimates.
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857.
Examination and guidance relating to oversight and approval of services contracts
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics shall—
(1) complete an examination of the decision authority related to acquisition of services; and
(2) develop and issue guidance to improve capabilities and processes related to requirements development and source selection for, and oversight and management of, services contracts.
858.
Streamlining of requirements relating to defense business systems
(a)
In general
(1)
Revision
Section 2222 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
2222.
Defense business systems: business process reengineering; enterprise architecture; management
(a)
Defense business systems generally
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that each covered defense business system developed, deployed, and operated by the Department of Defense—
(1) supports efficient business processes that have been reviewed, and as appropriate revised, through business process reengineering;
(2) is integrated into a comprehensive defense business enterprise architecture; and
(3) is managed in a manner that provides visibility into, and traceability of, expenditures for the system.
(b)
Issuance of guidance
(1)
Secretary of defense guidance
The Secretary shall issue guidance to provide for the coordination of, and decision making for, the planning, programming, and control of investments in covered defense business systems.
(2)
Supporting guidance
The Secretary shall direct the Deputy Chief Management Officer of the Department of Defense, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics, the Chief Information Officer, and the Chief Management Officer of each of the military departments to issue and maintain supporting guidance, as appropriate, for the guidance of the Secretary issued under paragraph (1).
(c)
Guidance elements
The guidance issued under subsection (b)(1) shall include the following elements:
(1) Policy to ensure that the business processes of the Department of Defense are continuously reviewed and revised—
(A) to implement the most streamlined and efficient business processes practicable;
(B) to enable the use of commercial off-the-shelf business systems with the fewest changes necessary to accommodate requirements and interfaces that are unique to the Department of Defense;
(C) to evaluate commercial off-the-shelf business systems for security, resilience, reliability, interoperability, and integration with existing interrelated systems where such system integration and interoperability are essential to Department of Defense operations;
(D) to work with commercial off-the-shelf business system developers and owners in adapting systems for Department of Defense use;
(E) to work with commercial off-the-shelf business system developers and owners where necessary to evaluate the feasibility of making the necessary changes where needed to adapt systems for Department of Defense use;
(F) to perform Department of Defense system audits to determine which systems are related to or rely upon the system to be replaced or integrated with commercial off-the-shelf business systems;
(G) to include data mapping as a step in the testing of commercial off-the-shelf business systems prior to deployment; and
(H) to perform full backup of systems that will be changed or replaced by the installation of commercial off-the-shelf business systems prior to installation and deployment to ensure reconstitution of the system to a functioning state should it become necessary.
(2) A process to establish requirements for covered defense business systems.
(3) Mechanisms for the planning and control of investments in covered defense business systems, including a process for the collection and review of programming and budgeting information for covered defense business systems.
(4) Policy requiring the periodic review of covered defense business systems that have been fully deployed, by portfolio, to ensure that investments in such portfolios are appropriate.
(d)
Defense business enterprise architecture
(1)
Blueprint
The Secretary, working through the Deputy Chief Management Officer of the Department of Defense, shall develop and maintain a blueprint to guide the development of integrated business processes within the Department of Defense. Such blueprint shall be known as the defense business enterprise architecture.
(2)
Purpose
The defense business enterprise architecture shall be sufficiently defined to effectively guide implementation of interoperable defense business system solutions and shall be consistent with the policies and procedures established by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget.
(3)
Elements
The defense business enterprise architecture shall—
(A) include policies, procedures, business data standards, business performance measures, and business information requirements that apply uniformly throughout the Department of Defense; and
(B) enable the Department of Defense to—
(i) comply with all applicable law, including Federal accounting, financial management, and reporting requirements;
(ii) routinely produce verifiable, timely, accurate, and reliable business and financial information for management purposes; and
(iii) integrate budget, accounting, and program information and systems.
(4)
Integration into information technology architecture
(A) The defense business enterprise architecture shall be integrated into the information technology enterprise architecture required under subparagraph (B).
(B) The Chief Information Officer of the Department of Defense shall develop an information technology enterprise architecture. The architecture shall describe a plan for improving the information technology and computing infrastructure of the Department of Defense, including for each of the major business processes conducted by the Department of Defense.
(e)
Defense business council
(1)
Requirement for council
The Secretary shall establish a Defense Business Council to provide advice to the Secretary on developing the defense business enterprise architecture, reengineering the Department’s business processes, and requirements for defense business systems. The Council shall be chaired by the Deputy Chief Management Officer and the Chief Information Officer of the Department of Defense.
(2)
Membership
The membership of the Council shall include the following:
(A) The Chief Management Officers of the military departments, or their designees.
(B) The following officials of the Department of Defense, or their designees:
(i) The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics with respect to acquisition, logistics, and installations management processes.
(ii) The Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller) with respect to financial management and planning and budgeting processes.
(iii) The Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness with respect to human resources management processes.
(f)
Approvals required for development
(1)
Initial approval required
The Secretary shall ensure that a covered defense business system program cannot proceed into development (or, if no development is required, into production or fielding) unless the appropriate approval official (as specified in paragraph (2)) approves the program by determining that the covered defense business system concerned—
(A) supports a business process that has been, or is being as a result of the acquisition program, reengineered to be as streamlined and efficient as practicable consistent with the guidance issued pursuant to subsection (b), including business process mapping;
(B) is in compliance with the defense business enterprise architecture developed pursuant to subsection (d) or will be in compliance as a result of modifications planned;
(C) has valid, achievable requirements; and
(D) is in compliance with the Department’s auditability requirements.
(2)
Appropriate official
For purposes of paragraph (1), the appropriate approval official with respect to a covered defense business system is the following:
(A) In the case of a system of a military department, the Chief Management Officer of that military department.
(B) In the case of a system of a Defense Agency or Defense Field Activity or a system that will support the business process of more than one military department or Defense Agency or Defense Field Activity, the Deputy Chief Management Officer of the Department of Defense.
(C) In the case of any system, such official other than the applicable official under subparagraph (A) or (B) as the Secretary designates for such purpose.
(3)
Annual certification
For any fiscal year in which funds are expended for development pursuant to a covered defense business system program, the Defense Business Council shall review the system and certify (or decline to certify as the case may be) that it continues to satisfy the requirements of paragraph (1). If the Council determines that certification cannot be granted, the chairman of the Council shall notify the appropriate approval official and the acquisition Milestone Decision Authority for the program and provide a recommendation for corrective action.
(4)
Obligation of funds in violation of requirements
The obligation of Department of Defense funds for a covered defense business system program that has not been certified in accordance with paragraph (3) is a violation of section 1341(a)(1)(A) of title 31.
(g)
Responsibility of milestone decision authority
The Secretary shall ensure that, as part of the defense acquisition system, the requirements of this section are fully addressed by the Milestone Decision Authority for a covered defense business system program as acquisition process approvals are considered for such system.
(h)
Annual report
Not later than March 15 of each year from 2016 through 2020, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on activities of the Department of Defense pursuant to this section. Each report shall include the following:
(1) A description of actions taken and planned with respect to the guidance required by subsection (b) and the defense business enterprise architecture developed pursuant to subsection (d).
(2) A description of actions taken and planned for the reengineering of business processes by the Defense Business Council established pursuant to subsection (e).
(3) A summary of covered defense business system funding and covered defense business systems approved pursuant to subsection (f).
(4) Identification of any covered defense business system program that during the preceding fiscal year was reviewed and not approved pursuant to subsection (f) and the reasons for the lack of approval.
(5) Identification of any covered defense business system program that during the preceding fiscal year failed to achieve initial operational capability within five years after the date the program received Milestone B approval.
(6) For any program identified under paragraph (5), a description of the plan to address the issues that caused the failure.
(7) A discussion of specific improvements in business operations and cost savings resulting from successful covered defense business systems programs.
(8) A copy of the most recent report of the Chief Management Officer of each military department on implementation of business transformation initiatives by such military department in accordance with section 908 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 122 Stat. 4569; 10 U.S.C. 2222 note).
(i)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
(A)
Defense business system
The term defense business system means an information system that is operated by, for, or on behalf of the Department of Defense, including any of the following:
(i) A financial system.
(ii) A financial data feeder system.
(iii) A contracting system.
(iv) A logistics system.
(v) A planning and budgeting system.
(vi) An installations management system.
(vii) A human resources management system.
(viii) A training and readiness system.
(B) The term does not include—
(i) a national security system; or
(ii) an information system used exclusively by and within the defense commissary system or the exchange system or other instrumentality of the Department of Defense conducted for the morale, welfare, and recreation of members of the armed forces using nonappropriated funds.
(2)
Covered defense business system
The term covered defense business system means a defense business system that is expected to have a total amount of budget authority, over the period of the current future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of this title, in excess of the threshold established for the use of special simplified acquisition procedures pursuant to section 2304(g)(1)(B) of this title.
(3)
Covered defense business system program
The term covered defense business system program means a defense acquisition program to develop and field a covered defense business system or an increment of a covered defense business system.
(4)
Enterprise architecture
The term enterprise architecture has the meaning given that term in section 3601(4) of title 44.
(5)
Information system
The term information system has the meaning given that term in section 11101 of title 40.
(6)
National security system
The term national security system has the meaning given that term in section 3542(b)(2) of title 44.
(7)
Milestone decision authority
The term Milestone Decision Authority, with respect to a defense acquisition program, means the individual within the Department of Defense designated with the responsibility to grant milestone approvals for that program.
(8)
Business process mapping
The term business process mapping means a procedure in which the steps in a business process are clarified and documented in both written form and in a flow chart.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by striking the item relating to section 2222 and inserting the following new item:
2222. Defense business systems: business process reengineering; enterprise architecture; management.
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(b)
Deadline for guidance
The guidance required by subsection (b)(1) of section 2222 of title 10, United States Code, as amended by subsection (a)(1), shall be issued not later than December 31, 2016.
(c)
Repeal
Section 811 of the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (Public Law 109–364; 10 U.S.C. 2222 note) is repealed.
859.
Consideration of strategic materials in preliminary design review
(a)
Consideration
The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics shall ensure that Department of Defense Instruction 5000.02 and other applicable guidance receive full consideration, during preliminary design review for a product, with respect to any strategic materials required for sustainment of the product over the life cycle of the product.
(b)
Strategic materials
In this section, the term “strategic materials” means—
(1) materials critical to national security, as defined in section 187(e)(1) of title 10, United States Code; and
(2) any specialty metal, as defined in section 2533b(l) of such title.
860.
Procurement of personal protective equipment
(a)
Requirement
The Secretary of Defense shall use best value tradeoff source selection methods to the maximum extent practicable when procuring an item of personal protective equipment or critical safety items.
(b)
Personal protective equipment defined
In this section, the term personal protective equipment includes the following:
(1) Body armor components.
(2) Combat helmets.
(3) Combat protective eyewear.
(4) Environmental and fire resistant clothing.
(5) Footwear.
(6) Organizational clothing and individual equipment.
(7) Other critical safety items as determined appropriate by the Secretary.
861.
Amendments concerning detection and avoidance of counterfeit electronic parts
Section 818(c)(2)(B) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 10 U.S.C. 2302 note) is amended—
(1) in clause (i), by inserting electronic after avoid counterfeit;
(2) in clause (ii)—
(A) by inserting covered after provided to the; and
(B) by inserting or were obtained by the covered contractor in accordance with regulations described in paragraph (3) after Regulation; and
(3) in clause (iii), by inserting discovers the counterfeit electronic parts or suspect counterfeit electronic parts and after contractor.
862.
Revision to duties of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Developmental Test and Evaluation and the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Systems Engineering
Section 139b of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subsection (a)(5)—
(A) in subparagraph (B), by striking review and approve or disapprove and inserting advise in writing the milestone decision authority regarding review and approval of; and
(B) in subparagraph (C), by inserting in order to advise relevant technical authorities for such programs on the incorporation of best practices for developmental test from across the Department after programs; and
(2) in subsection (b)(5)—
(A) in subparagraph (B), by striking review and approve and inserting advise in writing the milestone decision authority regarding review and approval of; and
(B) in subparagraph (C), by inserting in order to advise relevant technical authorities for such programs on the incorporation of best practices for systems engineering from across the Department after programs.
863.
Extension of limitation on aggregate annual amount available for contract services
Section 808 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1489), as most recently amended by section 813 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3429) is further amended—
(1) in subsections (a) and (b), by striking or 2015 and inserting 2015, or 2016;
(2) in subsection (c)(3), by striking and 2015 and inserting 2015, and 2016;
(3) in subsection (d)(4), by striking or 2015 and inserting 2015, or 2016; and
(4) in subsection (e), by striking 2015 and inserting 2016.
864.
Use of lowest price, technically acceptable evaluation method for procurement of audit or audit readiness services
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) Given the size and scope of the Department of Defense, the effort to finish and institutionalize auditability is one of the more challenging management tasks that has ever faced the Department.
(2) The acquisition of services by the Department abides by many rules and parameters, one of which is the lowest price, technically acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method.
(3) The Department’s audit effort is extremely complicated, requiring personnel and assistance who have the financial management and auditor skills that a non-independent public accounting firm or a non-credentialed firm offering the lowest price may not have.
(4) In order for the Department to meet the September 30, 2017, audit readiness statutory deadline and the March 31, 2019, audit of fiscal year 2018 statutory deadline, it is imperative that the Department not sacrifice contracts with firms who have the proper credentials and expertise to meet these deadlines.
(5) The LPTA evaluation method is appropriate for commercial or non-complex services or supplies where the requirement is clearly definable and the risk of unsuccessful contract performance is minimal. However, audit and audit readiness services are complex and evolving.
(b)
Requirements before using LPTA evaluation method
Before using the lowest price, technically acceptable evaluation method for the procurement of audit or audit readiness services, the Secretary of Defense shall—
(1) establish the values and metrics for the services being procured, including domain expertise and experience, size and scope of offeror’s team, personnel qualifications and certifications, technology, and tools; and
(2) review each offeror’s past performance requirements.
865.
Exception for AbilityOne products from authority To acquire products and services produced in Afghanistan, Central Asian States, and Djibouti
(a)
Exception for certain items not produced in Afghanistan
Section 886 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (10 U.S.C. 2302 note) is amended—
(1) in subsection (a), by inserting and except as provided in subsection (d), after subsection (b),; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(d)
Exception for items on the AbilityOne procurement list
The requirements of this section shall not apply to any product that is included in the procurement list described in section 8503(a) of title 41.
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(b)
Exception for certain items not produced in Central Asian States
Section 801 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2400) is amended—
(1) in subsection (a), by inserting and except as provided in subsection (h), after subsection (b),; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(h)
Exception for items on the AbilityOne procurement list
The requirements of this section shall not apply to any product that is included in the procurement list described in section 8503(a) of title 41.
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(c)
Exception for certain items not produced in Djibouti
Section 1263 of the Carl Levin and Howard P. Buck McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291) is amended—
(1) in subsection (b), by inserting and except as provided in subsection (g), after subsection (c),; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(g)
Exception for items on the AbilityOne procurement list
The requirements of this section shall not apply to any product that is included in the procurement list described in section 8503(a) of title 41.
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866.
Effective communication between government and industry
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council shall prescribe a regulation making clear that agency acquisition personnel are permitted and encouraged to engage in responsible and constructive exchanges with industry, so long as those exchanges are consistent with existing law and regulation and do not promote an unfair competitive advantage to particular firms.
867.
Strengthening program and project management performance
(a)
Plan on strengthening program and project management performance
Not later than 180 days following the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, in consultation with the Director of the Office of Personnel Management, shall submit to the relevant congressional committees a plan for improving management of IT programs and projects.
(b)
Matters covered
The plan required by subsection (a) shall include, at a minimum, the following:
(1) Creation of a specialized career path for program management.
(2) The development of a competency model for program management consistent with the IT project manager model.
(3) A career advancement model that requires appropriate expertise and experience for advancement.
(4) A career advancement model that is more competitive with the private sector and that recognizes both Government and private sector experience.
(c)
Combination with other cadres plan
The Director may combine the plan required by subsection (a) with the acquisition human capital plans that were developed pursuant to the October 27, 2009, guidance issued by the Administrator for Federal Procurement Policy in furtherance of section 1704(g) of title 41, United States Code (originally enacted as section 869 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 122 Stat. 4553)), to address how the agencies are meeting their human capital requirements to support the timely and effective acquisition of information technology.
868.
Sychronization of defense acquisition curricula
Section 1746(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking The and inserting (1) The; and
(2) by adding at the end the following:
(2) The President of such University shall also convene a review board annually with faculty representatives from relevant professional schools and degree-granting institutions of the Department of Defense and military departments, such as the service academies, the Naval Postgraduate School, and other similar schools and institutions, in order to review and synchronize defense acquisition curricula across the entire Department of Defense.
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869.
Research and analysis of defense acquisition policy
Section 1746(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:
(2) research and analysis of defense acquisition policy issues from academic institutions, such as the Naval Postgraduate School and other Department of Defense schools, that offer in-depth analysis of the entire defense acquisition decision support system from both a business and public policy perspective and from an operational and information sciences perspective.
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870.
Standards for orocurement of secure information technology and cyber security systems
(a)
Assessment required
The Secretary of Defense shall conduct an assessment of the application of the Open Trusted Technology Provider Standard to Department of Defense procurements for information technology and cyber security acquisitions and provide a briefing to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act.
(b)
Elements
The assessment and briefing required by subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) Assessment of the current Open Trusted Technology Provider Standard to determine what aspects might be adopted by the Department of Defense and where additional development of the standard may be required.
(2) Identification of the types or classes of programs where the standard might be applied most effectively, as well as identification of types or classes of programs that should specifically be excluded from consideration.
(3) Assessment of the impact on current acquisition regulations or policies of the adoption of the standard.
(4) Recommendations the Secretary may have related to the adoption of the standard or improvement in the standard to support Department acquisitions.
(5) Any other matters the Secretary may deem appropriate.
871.
Modifications to the justification and approval process for certain sole-source contracts for small business concerns
(a)
Repeal of simplified justification and approval process
Section 811 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2405; 41 U.S.C. 3304 note) is repealed.
(b)
Requirements for justification and approval process
(1)
Defense procurements
Section 2304(f)(2)(D)(ii) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting if such procurement is for property or services in an amount less than $20,000,000 before the semicolon at the end.
(2)
Civilian procurements
Section 3304(e)(4) of title 41, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subparagraph (C), by striking or at the end;
(B) in subparagraph (D), by striking or section 8(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 637(a)). and inserting ; or; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(E) the procurement is for property or services in an amount less than $20,000,000 and is conducted under section 8(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 637(a)).
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Department of Defense Organization and Management
901.
Redesignation of the Department of the Navy as the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps
(a)
Redesignation of the Department of the Navy as the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps
(1)
Redesignation of Military Department
The military department designated as the Department of the Navy is redesignated as the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps.
(2)
Redesignation of Secretary and Other Statutory Offices
(A)
Secretary
The position of the Secretary of the Navy is redesignated as the Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps.
(B)
Other statutory offices
The positions of the Under Secretary of the Navy, the four Assistant Secretaries of the Navy, and the General Counsel of the Department of the Navy are redesignated as the Under Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps, the Assistant Secretaries of the Navy and Marine Corps, and the General Counsel of the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps, respectively.
(b)
Conforming amendments to title 10, United States Code
(1)
Definition of Military Department
Paragraph (8) of section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
(8) The term military department means the Department of the Army, the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps, and the Department of the Air Force.
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(2)
Organization of Department
The first sentence of section 5011 of such title is amended to read as follows: The Department of the Navy and Marine Corps is separately organized under the Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps..
(3)
Position of Secretary
Section 5013(a)(1) of such title is amended by striking There is a Secretary of the Navy and inserting There is a Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps.
(4)
Chapter Headings
(A) The heading of chapter 503 of such title is amended to read as follows:
503
Department of the Navy and Marine Corps
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(B) The heading of chapter 507 of such title is amended to read as follows:
507
Composition of the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps
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(5)
Other Amendments
(A) Title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking Department of the Navy and Secretary of the Navy each place they appear other than as specified in paragraphs (1), (2), (3), and (4) (including in section headings, subsection captions, tables of chapters, and tables of sections) and inserting Department of the Navy and Marine Corps and Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps, respectively, in each case with the matter inserted to be in the same typeface and typestyle as the matter stricken.
(B)
(i) Sections 5013(f), 5014(b)(2), 5016(a), 5017(2), 5032(a), and 5042(a) of such title are amended by striking Assistant Secretaries of the Navy and inserting Assistant Secretaries of the Navy and Marine Corps.
(ii) The heading of section 5016 of such title, and the item relating to such section in the table of sections at the beginning of chapter 503 of such title, are each amended by inserting and Marine Corps after of the Navy, with the matter inserted in each case to be in the same typeface and typestyle as the matter amended.
(c)
Other provisions of law and other references
(1)
Title 37, United States Code
Title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking Department of the Navy and Secretary of the Navy each place they appear and inserting Department of the Navy and Marine Corps and Secretary of the Navy and Marine Corps, respectively.
(2)
Other References
Any reference in any law other than in title 10 or title 37, United States Code, or in any regulation, document, record, or other paper of the United States, to the Department of the Navy shall be considered to be a reference to the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps. Any such reference to an office specified in subsection (a)(2) shall be considered to be a reference to that office as redesignated by that section.
(d)
Effective date
This section and the amendments made by this section shall take effect on the first day of the first month beginning more than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act.
902.
Change of period for Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff review of the unified command plan
Section 161(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking two years and inserting four years.
903.
Update of statutory specification of functions of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff relating to joint force development activities
Section 153(a)(5) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(F) Advising the Secretary on development of joint command, control, communications, and cyber capability, including integration and interoperability of such capability, through requirements, integrated architectures, data standards, and assessments.
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904.
Sense of Congress on the United States Marine Corps
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) As senior United States statesman Dr. Henry Kissinger wrote in testimony submitted to the Senate Armed Services Committee on January 29, 2015, The United States has not faced a more diverse and complex array of crises since the end of the Second World War..
(2) The rise of non-state forces and near peer competitors has introduced destabilizing pressures around the globe.
(3) Advances in information and weapons technology have reduced the time available for the United States to prepare for and respond to crises against both known and unknown threats.
(4) The importance of the maritime domain cannot be overstated. As acknowledged in the March 2015 Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard maritime strategy, A Cooperative Strategy for 21st Century Seapower: Oceans are the lifeblood of the interconnected global community… 90 percent of trade by volume travels across the oceans. Approximately 70 percent of the world’s population lives within 100 miles of the coastline..
(5) The United States must be prepared to rapidly respond to crises around the world regardless of the nation’s fiscal health.
(6) In this global security environment, it is critical that the nation possess a maritime force whose mission and ethos is readiness—a fight tonight force, forward deployed, that can respond immediately to emergent crises across the full range of military operations around the globe either from the sea or home station.
(7) The need for such a force was recognized by the 82nd Congress after the major wars of the twentieth century, when it mandated a core mission for the nation’s leanest force—the Marine Corps—to be most ready when the nation is least ready.
(b)
Sense of Congress
(1) It is the sense of Congress that—
(A) the Marine Corps, within the Department of the Navy, remain the Nation’s expeditionary, crisis response force;
(B) the need for such a force with such a capability has never been greater; and
(C) accordingly, in recognition of this need and the wisdom of the 82nd Congress, the 114th Congress reaffirms section 5063 of title 10, United States Code, uniquely charging the United States Marine Corps with this responsibility.
(2) It is further the sense of Congress that the Marine Corps—
(A) shall—
(i) be organized to include not less than three combat divisions and three air wings, and such other land combat, aviation, and other services as may be organic therein;
(ii) be organized, trained, and equipped to provide fleet marine forces of combined arms, together with supporting air components, for service with the fleet in the seizure or defense of advanced naval bases and for the conduct of such land operations as may be essential to the prosecution of a naval campaign; and
(iii) provide detachments and organizations for service on armed vessels of the Navy, shall provide security detachments for the protection of naval property at naval stations and bases, and shall perform such other duties as the President may direct;
but these additional duties may not detract from nor interfere with the operations for which the Marine Corps is primarily organized;
(B) shall develop, in coordination with the Army and the Air Force, those phases of amphibious operations that pertain to the tactics, techniques, and equipment used by landing forces; and
(C) is responsible, in accordance with the integrated joint mobilization plans, for the expansion of peacetime components of the Marine Corps to meet the needs of war.
905.
Additional requirements for streamlining of Department of Defense management headquarters
(a)
Findings
(1) On July 31, 2013, the then Secretary of Defense stated that the Department would reduc[e] the Department’s major headquarters budgets by 20 percent…Although the 20 percent cut applies to budget dollars, organizations will strive for a goal of 20 percent reductions in government civilians and military personnel. The then Secretary further stated that these management reforms…will reduce the Department’s overhead and operating costs by...$10 billion over the next five years..
(2) Furthermore, the President’s budget request for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2015 stated that reductions to management headquarters staff and consolidation of duplicative efforts across the Department would result in a savings of $5.3 billion over 5 years—through fiscal year 2019. However, as noted by the Government Accountability Office in a January 2015 report (GAO–15–10), the Department accounted for $5.3 billion as efficiency savings in its budget request, but has not provided specific details on the reductions to management headquarters’ staff it plans to make.
(3) In June 2014, the Government Accountability Office found (in GAO–14–439) that the Department did not have an accurate accounting of the resources being devoted to management headquarters to use as a starting point for tracking reductions to such headquarters. In April 2015, the Government Accountability Office reported (in GAO–15–404SP) that focusing reductions on management headquarters budgets and personnel, which tend to be inconsistently defined and often represent a small portion of the overall headquarters, shields much of the resources identified for potential reduction.
(b)
Sense of congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the Secretary of Defense’s commitment in July 2013 to a goal of a 20 percent reduction in headquarters budgets and personnel and a goal of $10 billion in cost savings over five years is worthwhile and should be fully implemented;
(2) without a clear baseline for management headquarters, it is difficult to demonstrate and track progress achieving actual savings;
(3) any reduction in personnel should not be implemented as an across-the-board cut, but rather should be strategically designed to retain critical functions, capabilities, and skill sets—including but not limited to depots and the acquisition workforce—and eliminate unnecessary or redundant functions or skill sets that do not benefit or support mission requirements;
(4) functions should be performed at the lowest appropriate organizational level and those organizations should be empowered and held accountable;
(5) duplicative functions at higher level organizations should be eliminated; and
(6) the movement of a function from a management headquarters to a different Department of Defense organization or a lower level organization does not result in an efficiency, since the same budget is still required to perform that function.
(c)
Requirement to implement 20 percent reduction in management headquarters functions
Section 904 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 10 U.S.C. 111 note) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(e)
Implementation of management headquarters reduction
The Secretary of Defense shall implement the 20 percent reduction directed by the Secretary in July 2013 in management headquarters budget and personnel by September 30, 2019, for the covered organizations in the National Capital Region (as defined in section 2674(f) of title 10, United States Code). Such reductions shall be strategically designed to retain critical functions, capabilities, and skill sets. Management, functions, programs, or offices shall be moved to the lowest appropriate organizational level. In any report issued pursuant to subsection (d), the Secretary may not claim a cost savings solely based on moving management, functions, programs, or offices from one organization to another.
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(d)
Limitation on working-capital fund positions
Section 904 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 10 U.S.C. 111 note) is further amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(f)
Limitation on working-capital fund positions
In implementing the 20 percent reduction referred to in subsection (e), the Secretary of Defense may not reduce the number of Department of Defense civilian employees whose salaries are funded from working-capital funds except in accordance with section 2472 of title 10, United States Code.
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(e)
Change in deadline for required plan
Section 904(a) of the such Act is amended by striking 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and inserting March 31, 2016.
(f)
Additional elements of plan
Section 904(b) of such Act is amended—
(1) by redesignating paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) as paragraphs (2), (3), and (4), respectively;
(2) by inserting before paragraph (2), as so redesignated, the following new paragraph (1):
(1) An accurate baseline accounting of defense headquarters budgets and personnel as of fiscal year 2014, including what is and is not included as part of management headquarters accounting, and a detailed description of the number of personnel, budgets, functions, capabilities, and skill sets.
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(3) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated—
(A) by inserting actual and before planned changes;
(B) by striking staffing and inserting personnel; and
(C) by inserting before the period at the end the following: , set forth separately by fiscal year, from fiscal year 2014 through fiscal year 2019;
(4) in paragraph (3), as so redesignated—
(A) by striking description of the planned changes and inserting detailed description of the actual and planned changes; and
(B) by inserting before the period at the end the following: , set forth separately by fiscal year, from fiscal year 2014 through fiscal year 2019; and
(5) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated, by striking fiscal year 2015, and estimated savings to be achieved for each of fiscal years 2015 through 2024 and inserting fiscal year 2014, and estimated savings to be achieved, along with associated changes or reductions in budget, for each of fiscal years 2014 through 2024.
(g)
Additional report requirements
Section 904(d) of such Act is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and inserting March 31, 2016; and
(2) in paragraph (2)—
(A) in subparagraph (C), by striking including and all that follows through the end of the subparagraph and inserting the following: and specific detailed information on how the changes, consolidations, or reductions were prioritized and resulted in functions no longer being performed, in the fiscal year covered by such report.;
(B) in subparagraph (F), by striking , including and all that follows through management review; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(H) A separate description of—
(i) the management functions, programs, or offices that were eliminated and how each represents a redundant management or oversight function; and
(ii) the management, functions, programs, or offices that were moved, and how moving each will result in efficiency.
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906.
Sense of Congress on performance management and workforce incentive system
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) Section 1113 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84) required the Department of Defense to institute a fair, credible, and transparent performance appraisal system, given the name New Beginnings, for employees, which—
(A) links employee bonuses and other performance-based action to employee performance appraisals;
(B) ensures ongoing performance feedback and dialogue among supervisors, managers, and employees throughout the appraisal period, with timetables for review; and
(C) develops performance assistance plans to give employees formal training, on-the-job training, counseling, mentoring, and other assistance.
(2) The military components and defense agencies of the Department of Defense are currently reviewing the proposed New Beginnings performance management and workforce incentive system developed in response to section 1113 of Public Law 111–84.
(3) The Department of Defense anticipates it will begin implementation of the New Beginnings performance management and workforce incentive system in April 2016.
(4) The authority provided in section 1113 of Public Law 111–84 provided the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Director of the Office of Personnel Management, flexibilities in promulgating regulations to redesign the procedures which are applied by the Department of Defense in making appointments to positions within the competitive service in order to—
(A) better meet mission needs;
(B) respond to managers’ needs and the needs of applicants;
(C) produce high-quality applicants;
(D) support timely decisions;
(E) uphold appointments based on merit system principles; and
(F) promote competitive job offers.
(5) In implementing the New Beginnings performance management and workforce incentive system, section 113 of Public Law 111–84 requires the Secretary of Defense to comply with veterans’ preference requirements.
(6) Among the criteria for the new performance management and workforce incentive system authorized under section 1113 of Public Law 111–84, the Secretary of Defense is required to—
(A) adhere to merit principles;
(B) include a means for ensuring employee involvement (for bargaining unit employees, through their exclusive representatives) in the design and implementation of the performance management and workforce incentive system;
(C) provide for adequate training and retraining for supervisors, managers, and employees in the implementation and operation of the performance management and workforce incentive system;
(D) develop a comprehensive management succession program to provide training to employees to develop managers for the agency and a program to provide training to supervisors on actions, options, and strategies a supervisor may use in administering the performance management and workforce incentive system;
(E) include effective transparency and accountability measures and safeguards to ensure that the management of the performance management and workforce incentive system is fair, credible, and equitable, including appropriate independent reasonableness reviews, internal assessments, and employee surveys;
(F) use the annual strategic workforce plan required by section 115b of title 10; and
(G) ensure that adequate agency resources are allocated for the design, implementation, and administration of the performance management and workforce incentive system.
(7) Section 1113 of Public Law 111–84 also requires the Secretary of Defense to develop a program of training—to be completed by a supervisor every three years—on the actions, options, and strategies a supervisor may use in—
(A) developing and discussing relevant goals and objectives with the employee, communicating and discussing progress relative to performance goals and objectives, and conducting performance appraisals;
(B) mentoring and motivating employees, and improving employee performance and productivity;
(C) fostering a work environment characterized by fairness, respect, equal opportunity, and attention to the quality of the work of employees;
(D) effectively managing employees with unacceptable performance;
(E) addressing reports of a hostile work environment, reprisal, or harassment of or by another supervisor or employee; and
(F) allowing experienced supervisors to mentor new supervisors by sharing knowledge and advice in areas such as communication, critical thinking, responsibility, flexibility, motivating employees, teamwork, leadership, and professional development, and pointing out strengths and areas of development.
(b)
Sense of congress
It is the sense of Congress that the Secretary of Defense should proceed with the collaborative work with employee representatives on the New Beginnings performance management and workforce incentive system and begin implementation of the new system at the earliest possible date.
907.
Guidelines for conversion of functions performed by civilian or contractor personnel to performance by military personnel
Section 129a of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(g)
Guidelines for performance of certain functions by military personnel
(1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), no functions performed by civilian personnel or contractors may be converted to performance by military personnel unless—
(A) there is a direct link between the functions to be performed and a military occupational specialty; and
(B) the conversion to performance by military personnel is cost effective, based on Department of Defense instruction 7041.04 (or any successor administrative regulation, directive, or policy).
(2) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the following functions:
(A) Functions required by law or regulation to be performed by military personnel.
(B) Functions related to—
(i) missions involving operation risks and combatant status under the Law of War;
(ii) specialized collective and individual training requiring military-unique knowledge and skills based on recent operational experience;
(iii) independent advice to senior civilian leadership in the Department of Defense requiring military-unique knowledge and skills based on recent operational experience; and
(iv) command and control arrangements under chapter 47 of this title (the Uniform Code of Military Justice).
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X
General Provisions
A
Financial Matters
1001.
General transfer authority
(a)
Authority to transfer authorizations
(1)
Authority
Upon determination by the Secretary of Defense that such action is necessary in the national interest, the Secretary may transfer amounts of authorizations made available to the Department of Defense in this division for fiscal year 2016 between any such authorizations for that fiscal year (or any subdivisions thereof). Amounts of authorizations so transferred shall be merged with and be available for the same purposes as the authorization to which transferred.
(2)
Limitation
Except as provided in paragraph (3), the total amount of authorizations that the Secretary may transfer under the authority of this section may not exceed $5,000,000,000.
(3)
Exception for transfers between military personnel authorizations
A transfer of funds between military personnel authorizations under title IV shall not be counted toward the dollar limitation in paragraph (2).
(b)
Limitations
The authority provided by subsection (a) to transfer authorizations—
(1) may only be used to provide authority for items that have a higher priority than the items from which authority is transferred; and
(2) may not be used to provide authority for an item that has been denied authorization by Congress.
(c)
Effect on authorization amounts
A transfer made from one account to another under the authority of this section shall be deemed to increase the amount authorized for the account to which the amount is transferred by an amount equal to the amount transferred.
(d)
Notice to congress
The Secretary shall promptly notify Congress of each transfer made under subsection (a).
1002.
Authority to transfer funds to the National Nuclear Security Administration to sustain nuclear weapons modernization and naval reactors
(a)
Transfer authorized
If the amount authorized to be appropriated for the weapons activities of the National Nuclear Security Administration under section 3101 or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 is less than $8,900,000,000 (the amount projected to be required for such activities in fiscal year 2016 as specified in the report under section 1251 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2549)), the Secretary of Defense may transfer, from amounts authorized to be appropriated for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 pursuant to this Act, to the Secretary of Energy an amount, not to exceed $150,000,000, to be available only for naval reactors or weapons activities of the National Nuclear Security Administration.
(b)
Notice to congress
In the event of a transfer under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall promptly notify Congress of the transfer, and shall include in such notice the Department of Defense account or accounts from which funds are transferred.
(c)
Transfer mechanism
Any funds transferred under this section shall be transferred in accordance with established procedures for reprogramming under section 1001 or successor provisions of law.
(d)
Construction of authority
The transfer authority provided under subsection (a) is in addition to any other transfer authority provided under this Act.
1003.
Accounting standards to value certain property, plant, and equipment items
(a)
Requirement for certain accounting standards
The Secretary of Defense shall work in coordination with the Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board to establish accounting standards to value large and unordinary general property, plant, and equipment items.
(b)
Deadline
The accounting standards required by subsection (a) shall be established by not later than September 30, 2017, and be available for use for the full audit on the financial statements of the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2018, as required by section 1003(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 842; 10 U.S.C. 2222 note).
1004.
Report on auditable financial statements
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report ranking all military departments and Defense Agencies in order of how advanced they are in achieving auditable financial statements as required by law. The report should not include information otherwise available in other reports to Congress.
B
Counter-Drug Activities
1011.
Extension of authority to provide additional support for counter-drug activities of certain foreign governments
(a)
Extension
Subsection (a)(2) of section 1033 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1998 (Public Law 105–85; 111 Stat. 1881), as most recently amended by section 1013 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 844), is further amended by striking 2016 and inserting 2017.
(b)
Maximum amount of support
Subsection (e)(2) of such section 1033, as so amended, is further amended by striking 2016 and inserting 2017.
1012.
Statement of policy on Plan Central America
(a)
Findings
Congress makes the following findings:
(1) The stability and security of Central American nations have a direct impact on the stability and security of the United States.
(2) Over the past decade, stability and increased security in the Republic of Colombia has pushed illicit trafficking to Central America bringing increased violence and instability.
(3) Much of Central America has seen spikes in violence and homicides. In fiscal year 2013, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime released its Global Study on Homicide 2013. Four of the top five countries with the highest homicide rates in the world were Central American nations including Honduras, Belize, El Salvador, and Guatemala.
(4) In calendar year 2014, approximately 65,000 unaccompanied alien children from Central America entered the United States through its southwest border. This number of such children who enter the United States during calendar year 2015 is expected to be approximately the same.
(5) The southwest border of the United States continues to be porous to illicit trafficking of narcotics, weapons, cash, and people.
(6) In November 2014, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador announced a Plan for the Alliance for Prosperity of the Northern Triangle. This plan is a comprehensive approach to address the ongoing violence and instability facing these three nations by stimulating economic opportunities, improving public safety and rule of law, and strengthening institutions to increase trust in the state.
(7) The United States Government has stated its support for the Alliance for Prosperity and included in the President’s fiscal year 2016 budget request $1,000,000,000 in Department of State funds, to support the strategy for United States engagement in Central America. According to the strategy, this funding will be focused on promoting prosperity and regional economic integration, enhancing security, and promoting improved governance.
(8) None of the President’s $1,000,000,000 budget request for the strategy for United States engagement in Central America includes any funding for Department of Defense programs in the region.
(9) The Department of Defense provides training, equipment, education, and interdiction efforts to address security challenges in Central America through detection and monitoring of illicit trafficking, assistance in illicit trafficking interdictions, and building partnership capacities.
(10) The Department of Defense through its roles and missions, is executing a plan to address security challenges in Central America in conjunction with the United States Strategy for Engagement in Central America.
(b)
Policy
It shall be the policy of the United States to prioritize a Plan Central America to address the threatening levels of violence, instability, illicit trafficking, and transnational organized crime that challenge the sovereignty of Central American nations and security of the United States. In order to address such issues, the Department of Defense shall—
(1) increase the efforts of the Department of Defense as the lead agency to detect and monitor the aerial and maritime illicit trafficking into the United States;
(2) increase the efforts of the Department of Defense to support aerial and maritime illicit trafficking interdiction efforts;
(3) increase the efforts of the Department of Defense to build partnership capacity with partner nations in Central America to confront security challenges through increased training opportunities, education, and exercises;
(4) enforce human rights requirements consistent with section 2249e of title 10, United States Code, and increase the training and education regarding human rights provided in Central American nations; and
(5) support interagency efforts in Central America addressing all levels of instability including development, education, economic, political, and security challenges.
C
Naval Vessels and Shipyards
1021.
Restrictions on the overhaul and repair of vessels in foreign shipyards
(a)
In general
Section 7310(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking In the case and inserting (A) Except as provided in subparagraph (B), in the case;
(2) by striking during the 15-month and all that follows through United States);
(3) by inserting before the period at the end the following: , other than in the case of voyage repairs; and
(4) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(B) The Secretary of the Navy may waive the application of subparagraph (A) to a contract award if the Secretary determines that the waiver is essential to the national security interests of the United States.
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(b)
Effective date
The amendments made by subsection (a) shall take effect on the later of the following dates:
(1) The date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017.
(2) October 1, 2016.
1022.
Extension of authority for reimbursement of expenses for certain Navy mess operations afloat
(a)
Extension
Subsection (b) of section 1014 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 122 Stat. 4585), as amended by section 1021 of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383, 124 Stat. 4348), is amended by striking September 30, 2015 and inserting September 30, 2020.
(b)
Technical and clarifying amendments
Subsection (a) of such section is amended—
(1) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking not more that and inserting not more than; and
(2) in paragraph (2), by striking Naval vessels and inserting such vessels.
1023.
Availability of funds for retirement or inactivation of Ticonderoga class cruisers or dock landing ships
(a)
Limitation on the availability of funds
Except as otherwise provided in this section, none of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 may be obligated or expended to retire, prepare to retire, inactivate, or place in storage a cruiser or dock landing ship.
(b)
Cruiser modernization
(1)
In general
As provided by section 1026 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3490), the Secretary of the Navy shall begin the modernization of two cruisers during fiscal year 2016 only after the receipt of the materiel required to begin such modernization. Such modernization shall include—
(A) hull, mechanical, and electrical upgrades; and
(B) combat systems modernizations.
(2)
Duration
(A)
In general
Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the time period for such modernization shall not exceed two years.
(B)
Extension
If the Secretary of the Navy determines that the scope of the modernization cannot be reasonably completed in two years, the Secretary may extend the time period under subparagraph (A) for an additional six months. If the Secretary issues such an extension, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees notice of the extension and the reasons the Secretary made such determination.
(3)
Delay
The Secretary of the Navy may delay the modernization required under paragraph (1) if the materiel required to begin the modernization has not been received.
1024.
Limitation on the use of funds for removal of ballistic missile defense capabilities from Ticonderoga class cruisers
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for the Department of Defense may be used to remove ballistic missile defense capabilities from any of the 5 Ticonderoga class cruisers equipped with such capabilities until the Secretary of the Navy certifies to the congressional defense committees that the Navy has—
(1) obtained the ballistic missile capabilities required by the most recent Navy Force Structure Assessment; or
(2) determined to upgrade such cruisers with an equal or improved ballistic missile defense capability.
D
Counterterrorism
1031.
Permanent authority to provide rewards through Government personnel of allied forces and certain other modifications to Department of Defense program to provide rewards
(a)
In general
Section 127b(c)(3) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (A), by striking subparagraphs (B) and (C) and inserting subparagraph (B); and
(2) by striking subparagraphs (C) and (D).
(b)
Clerical amendments
(1)
Section heading
The section heading for section 127b of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
127b.
Department of Defense rewards program
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(2)
Table of sections
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 3 of such title is amended by striking the item relating to section 127b and inserting the following new item:
127b. Department of Defense rewards program.
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1032.
Congressional notification of sensitive military operations
Section 130f of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (e); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (e).
1033.
Repeal of semiannual reports on obligation and expenditure of funds for combating terrorism program
Section 229 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (d); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (d).
1034.
Reports to Congress on contact between terrorists and individuals formerly detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
(a) Section 319(c) of the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2009 (Public Law 111–32; 123 Stat. 1874; 10 U.S.C. 801 note) is amended by inserting after paragraph (5) the following new paragraphs:
(6) A summary of all contact by any means of communication, including telecommunications, electronic or technical means, in person, written communications, or any other means of communication, regardless of content, between any individual formerly detained at Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and any individual known or suspected to be associated with a foreign terrorist group.
(7) A description of whether any of the contact described in the summary required by paragraph (6) included any information or discussion about hostilities against the United States or its allies or partners.
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(b)
Rule of construction
Nothing in this section or the amendments made by this section shall be construed to terminate, alter, modify, override, or otherwise affect any reporting of information required under section 319(c) of the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2009 (Public Law 111–32; 123 Stat. 1874; 10 U.S.C. 801 note) prior to the enactment of this section.
1035.
Inclusion in reports to Congress information about recidivism of individuals formerly detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
Section 319(c) of the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2009 (Public Law 111–32; 123 Stat. 1874; 10 U.S.C. 801 note), as amended by section 1034, is further amended by inserting after paragraph (7), as added by such section, the following new paragraphs:
(8) For each individual described in paragraph (4), the period of time between the date on which the individual was released or transferred from Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and the date on which it is confirmed that the individual is suspected or confirmed of reengaging in terrorist activities.
(9) The average period of time described in paragraph (8) for all the individuals described in paragraph (4).
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1036.
Prohibition on the use of funds for the transfer or release of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
No amounts authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available to any department or agency of the United States Government may be used during the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act and ending on the date that is two years after the date of the enactment of this Act to transfer, release, or assist in the transfer or release to or within the United States, its territories, or possessions of Khalid Sheikh Mohammed or any other detainee who—
(1) is not a United States citizen or a member of the Armed Forces of the United States; and
(2) is or was held on or after January 20, 2009, at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, by the Department of Defense.
1037.
Prohibition on use of funds to construct or modify facilities in the United States to house detainees transferred from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
(a)
In general
No amounts authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available to any department or agency of the United States Government may be used during the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act and ending on the date that is two years after the date of the enactment of this Act to construct or modify any facility in the United States, its territories, or possessions to house any individual detained at Guantanamo for the purposes of detention or imprisonment in the custody or under the control of the Department of Defense.
(b)
Exception
The prohibition in subsection (a) shall not apply to any modification of facilities at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
(c)
Individual detained at Guantanamo defined
In this section, the term individual detained at Guantanamo has the meaning given that term in section 1039(f)(2).
1038.
Prohibition on use of funds to transfer or release individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to combat zones
(a)
In general
No amounts authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for the Department of Defense may be used, during the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act and ending on December 31, 2016, to transfer, release, or assist in the transfer or release of any individual detained in the custody or under the control of the Department of Defense at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to a combat zone.
(b)
Combat zone defined
In this section, the term combat zone means any area designated as a combat zone for purposes of section 112 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 112) for which the income of a member of the Armed Forces was excluded during 2014, 2015, or 2016 by reason of the member’s service on active duty in such area.
1039.
Requirements for certifications relating to the transfer of detainees at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to foreign countries and other foreign entities
(a)
Certification required prior to transfer
(1)
In general
Except as provided in paragraph (2) and subsection (d), the Secretary of Defense may not use any amounts authorized to be appropriated or otherwise available to the Department of Defense during the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act and ending on December 31, 2016, to transfer any individual detained at Guantanamo to the custody or control of the individual’s country of origin, any other foreign country, or any other foreign entity unless the Secretary submits to Congress the certification described in subsection (b) not later than 30 days before the transfer of the individual.
(2)
Exception
Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any action taken by the Secretary to transfer any individual detained at Guantanamo to effectuate an order affecting the disposition of the individual that is issued by a court or competent tribunal of the United States having lawful jurisdiction (which the Secretary shall notify Congress of promptly after issuance).
(b)
Certification
A certification described in this subsection is a written certification made by the Secretary of Defense that—
(1) the government of the foreign country or the recognized leadership of the foreign entity to which the individual detained at Guantanamo is to be transferred—
(A) is not a designated state sponsor of terrorism or a designated foreign terrorist organization;
(B) maintains control over each detention facility in which the individual is to be detained if the individual is to be housed in a detention facility;
(C) is not, as of the date of the certification, facing a threat that is likely to substantially affect its ability to exercise control over the individual;
(D) has taken or agreed to take effective actions to ensure that the individual cannot take action to threaten the United States, its citizens, or its allies in the future;
(E) has taken or agreed to take such actions as the Secretary of Defense determines are necessary to ensure that the individual cannot engage or reengage in any terrorist activity; and
(F) has agreed to share with the United States any information that—
(i) is related to the individual or any associates of the individual; and
(ii) could affect the security of the United States, its citizens, or its allies; and
(2) includes an assessment conducted by the Director of National Intelligence, in classified or unclassified form, that such government or entity has the capacity and willingness, and demonstrated past practices (if applicable) to comply with the requirements under paragraph (1).
(c)
Prohibition in cases of prior confirmed recidivism
(1)
Prohibition
Except as provided in paragraph (2) and subsection (d), the Secretary of Defense may not use any amounts authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available to the Department of Defense to transfer any individual detained at Guantanamo to the custody or control of the individual’s country of origin, any other foreign country, or any other foreign entity if there is a confirmed case of any individual who was detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, at any time after September 11, 2001, who was transferred to such foreign country or entity and subsequently engaged in any terrorist activity.
(2)
Exception
Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any action taken by the Secretary to transfer any individual detained at Guantanamo to effectuate an order affecting the disposition of the individual that is issued by a court or competent tribunal of the United States having lawful jurisdiction (which the Secretary shall notify Congress of promptly after issuance).
(d)
National security waiver
(1)
In general
Except as provided in paragraph (3), the Secretary of Defense may waive the applicability to a detainee transfer of a certification requirement specified in subparagraph (D) or (E) of subsection (b)(1) or the prohibition in subsection (c), if the Secretary certifies the rest of the criteria required by subsection (b) for transfers prohibited by (c) and determines that—
(A) alternative actions will be taken to address the underlying purpose of the requirement or requirements to be waived;
(B) in the case of a waiver of subparagraph (D) or (E) of subsection (b)(1), it is not possible to certify that the risks addressed in the paragraph to be waived have been completely eliminated, but the actions to be taken under subparagraph (A) will substantially mitigate such risks with regard to the individual to be transferred;
(C) in the case of a waiver of subsection (c), the Secretary has considered any confirmed case in which an individual who was transferred to the country subsequently engaged in terrorist activity, and the actions to be taken under subparagraph (A) will substantially mitigate the risk of recidivism with regard to the individual to be transferred; and
(D) the transfer is in the national security interests of the United States.
(2)
Reports
Whenever the Secretary makes a determination under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress, not later than 30 days before the transfer of the individual concerned, the following:
(A) A copy of the determination and the waiver concerned.
(B) A statement of the basis for the determination, including—
(i) an explanation why the transfer is in the national security interests of the United States;
(ii) in the case of a waiver of paragraph (D) or (E) of subsection (b)(1), an explanation why it is not possible to certify that the risks addressed in the paragraph to be waived have been completely eliminated; and
(iii) a classified summary of—
(I) the individual’s record of cooperation while in the custody of or under the effective control of the Department of Defense; and
(II) the agreements and mechanisms in place to provide for continuing cooperation.
(C) A summary of the alternative actions to be taken to address the underlying purpose of, and to mitigate the risks addressed in, the paragraph or subsection to be waived.
(D) The assessment required by subsection (b)(2).
(3)
Exception
The Secretary may not exercise the waiver authority under paragraph (1) with respect to any individual detained at Guantanamo, who has ever been determined or assessed to be a detainee referred for prosecution, a detainee approved for detention, or a detainee approved for conditional detention by the Guantanamo Detainee Review Task Force established pursuant to Executive Order number 13492.
(e)
Record of cooperation
In assessing the risk that an individual detained at Guantanamo will engage in terrorist activity or other actions that could affect the security of the United States if released for the purpose of making a certification under subsection (b) or a waiver under subsection (d), the Secretary of Defense may give favorable consideration to any such individual—
(1) who has substantially cooperated with United States intelligence and law enforcement authorities, pursuant to a pre-trial agreement, while in the custody of or under the effective control of the Department of Defense; and
(2) for whom agreements and effective mechanisms are in place, to the extent relevant and necessary, to provide for continued cooperation with United States intelligence and law enforcement authorities.
(f)
Coordination with prohibition on transfer to Yemen
During the period when section 1042 is in effect, the exception in subsection (c)(2) and the waiver authority under subsection (d) shall not apply to the transfer of any individual detained at Guantanamo to Yemen.
(g)
Coordination with prohibition on transfer to combat zones
During the period when section 1038 is in effect, the exception in subsection (c)(2) and the waiver authority under subsection (d) shall not apply to the transfer of any individual detained at Guantanamo to a combat zone, as such term is defined in subsection (b) of such section.
(h)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term appropriate committees of Congress means—
(A) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives.
(2) The term individual detained at Guantanamo means any individual located at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, as of October 1, 2009, who—
(A) is not a citizen of the United States or a member of the Armed Forces of the United States; and
(B) is—
(i) in the custody or under the control of the Department of Defense; or
(ii) otherwise under detention at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
(3) The term foreign terrorist organization means any organization so designated by the Secretary of State under section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1189).
(i)
Repeal of superseded requirements and limitations
Section 1035 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 851; 10 U.S.C. 801 note) is repealed.
1040.
Submission to Congress of certain documents relating to transfer of individuals detained at Guantanamo to Qatar
(a)
Submission to Congress
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Attorney General and the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees and the Committees on the Judiciary of the Senate and House of Representatives all covered correspondence.
(b)
Covered correspondence
For purposes of this section, the term covered correspondence—
(1) means any correspondence between the Department of Defense and the Department of Justice or any other agency or entity of the United States Government that—
(A) relates to the transfer of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Qatar;
(B) is dated any time between January 1, 2013, and June 1, 2014; and
(C) is in the custody of the Department of Justice or the Department of Defense; and
(2) includes—
(A) all relevant correspondence, including the email exchange described in June 11, 2014, testimony to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives by the Secretary of Defense and the General Counsel of the Department of Defense; and
(B) any analysis of—
(i) section 1035 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 851; 10 U.S.C. 801 note);
(ii) section 8111 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 (Public Law 113–76; 128 Stat. 131);
(iii) section 1341 of title 31, United States Code (popularly known as the Antideficiency Act); or
(iv) Article II of the Constitution.
(c)
Limitation on the use of funds
Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for the Office of the Secretary of Defense for fiscal year 2016, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or expended until the date of the submission of all covered correspondence.
1041.
Submission of unredacted copies of documents relating to the transfer of certain individuals detained at Guantanamo to Qatar
(a)
Unredacted documents required
(1)
Future submissions
The Secretary of Defense shall submit an unredacted copy of any document submitted to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives in response to a request from the Committee dated June 9, 2014, for information regarding the transfer of five individuals from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Qatar.
(2)
Prior submissions
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives an unredacted copy of any redacted document that was submitted, before the date of the enactment of this Act, in response to a request dated June 9, 2014, for information regarding the transfer of five individuals from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Qatar.
(b)
Limitation on the use of funds
Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for the Office of the Secretary of Defense for fiscal year 2016, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or expended until the date of the submission of all documents required to be submitted under subsection (a)(2).
1042.
Prohibition on use of funds for transfer or release of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Yemen
No amounts authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available to any department or agency of the United States Government may be used during the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act and ending on the date that is two years after the date of the enactment of this Act to transfer, release, or assist in the transfer or release of any individual detained in the custody or under the control of the Department of Defense at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the custody or control of the Republic of Yemen or any entity within Yemen.
E
Miscellaneous Authorities and Limitations
1051.
Enhancement of authority of Secretary of Navy to use National Sea-Based Deterrence Fund
(a)
In general
Section 2218a of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subsection (c)(1), by striking national sea-based deterrence vessels and inserting a class of twelve national sea-based deterrence vessels, and cross-program coordinated procurement efforts with other nuclear powered vessels;
(2) in subsection (d), by inserting before the period at the end the following: and cross program coordinated procurement efforts with other nuclear powered vessels;
(3) by redesignating subsections (f) and (g) as subsections (j) and (l), respectively;
(4) by inserting after subsection (e) the following new subsections:
(f)
Authority to enter into economic order quantity contracts
(1) The Secretary of the Navy may use funds deposited in the Fund to enter into contracts known as economic order quantity contracts with private shipyards and other commercial or government entities to achieve economic efficiencies based on production economies for major components or subsystems. The authority under this subsection extends to the procurement of parts, components, and systems (including weapon systems) common with and required for other nuclear powered vessels under joint economic order quantity contracts.
(2) A contract entered into under paragraph (1) shall provide that any obligation of the United States to make a payment under the contract is subject to the availability of appropriations for that purpose, and that total liability to the Government for termination of any contract entered into shall be limited to the total amount of funding obligated at time of termination.
(g)
Authority to begin manufacturing and fabrication efforts prior to ship authorization
(1) The Secretary of the Navy may use funds deposited into the Fund to enter into contracts for advance construction of national sea-based deterrence vessels to support achieving cost savings through workload management, manufacturing efficiencies, or workforce stability, or to phase fabrication activities within shipyard and manage sub-tier manufacturer capacity.
(2) A contract entered into under paragraph (1) shall provide that any obligation of the United States to make a payment under the contract is subject to the availability of appropriations for that purpose, and that total liability to the Government for termination of any contract entered into shall be limited to the total amount of funding obligated at time of termination.
(h)
Authority to use incremental funding to enter into contracts for certain items
(1) The Secretary of the Navy may use funds deposited into the Fund to enter into incrementally funded contracts for advance procurement of high value, long lead time items for nuclear powered vessels to better support construction schedules and achieve cost savings through schedule reductions and properly phased installment payments.
(2) A contract entered into under paragraph (1) shall provide that any obligation of the United States to make a payment under the contract is subject to the availability of appropriations for that purpose, and that total liability to the Government for termination of any contract entered into shall be limited to the total amount of funding obligated at time of termination.
(i)
Facilities funding
The Secretary of the Navy may use funds deposited into the Fund to provide incentives for investments in critical infrastructure at nuclear capable shipyards and critical sub-tier vendors. Additionally, the Secretary of the Navy may use such funds for certain cancellation costs in the event of significant changes to the Long Range Shipbuilding Strategy for nuclear powered vessels.
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(5) by inserting after subsection (j), as redesignated by paragraph (3), the following new subsection:
(k)
Report to Congress
(1) The Secretary of the Navy shall submit to the congressional defense committees, by March 1, 2016, and annually through the year 2025, a report on the Fund. Each such report shall identify separately the amount allocated by ship for programs, projects, and activities for construction (including design of vessels), purchase, alteration, and conversion. At a minimum, each such report shall include—
(A) information about the activities carried out using funds deposited into the Fund during the fiscal year covered by the report, including the status of class design and construction efforts, including programmatic schedules, procurement schedules, and funding requirements.
(B) a plan detailing forecasted obligations and expenditures for construction (including design of vessels), purchase, alteration, and conversion of vessels by ship for the fiscal year following the fiscal year during which the report is submitted; and
(C) the identification of the stable need and design for items, together with a description of any savings associated with the authorities provided in subsections (e) and (f), as documented in cost estimates.
(2) The Secretary of the Navy shall provide to the congressional defense committees notice in writing at least 30 days before executing any significant deviation to the annual plan required under paragraph (1)(B).
; and
(6) in subsection (l), as so redesignated, by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(3) The term advance construction means shipyard manufacturing and fabrication activities (including sub-tier manufacturing of major components or subsystems).
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(b)
Availability of certain unobligated funds for transfer
Section 1022(b)(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3487) is amended by striking for the Navy for the Ohio Replacement Program and inserting to the Department of Defense.
1052.
Department of Defense excess property program
(a)
Website required
Section 2576a of title 10, United States Code is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(e)
Publicly accessible website
(1) The Secretary of Defense, acting through the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency, shall create and maintain a publicly available Internet website that provides information on the property transferred under this section and the recipients of such property.
(2) The contents of the Internet website required under paragraph (1) shall include all unclassified information pertaining to the request, transfer, denial, and repossession of controlled property under this section, including—
(A) a current inventory of all controlled property transferred to law enforcement agencies under this section, listed by recipient, that includes the recipient’s location, by county and State, and the year of the transfer;
(B) all outstanding requests for transfers of controlled property under this section; and
(C) information provided by the law enforcement agencies requesting transfers referred to in subparagraph (B).
(3) The Secretary may not authorize the transfer of any property under this section to a Federal or State agency to which property has been transferred previously unless the agency submits to the Secretary for publication on the Internet website required under paragraph (1) each of the following:
(A) A description of any controlled property transferred to the agency under this section, which shall be submitted by not later than 30 days after the date on which the agency takes possession of the property.
(B) An annual report on the use of any controlled property so transferred to the agency, including a description of the context in which the property was used.
(4) The Secretary may not authorize the transfer of any property under this section to a Federal or State agency until 30 days after a request for the transfer has been published on the Internet website required under paragraph (1).
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(b)
Eligibility requirements
Subsection (b) of such section is amended—
(1) in paragraph (3), by striking and at the end;
(2) in paragraph (4), by striking the period and inserting ; and; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:
(5) in the case of property that is controlled property, the recipient submits to the Secretary written notice of the intent of the recipient to apply for the controlled property, including authorization of such application by the entity charged with legal oversight of the recipient agency; and
(6) the recipient agency is located in a State with a State coordinator for the program under this section who—
(A) has law enforcement experience and is employed by a law enforcement agency or entity with oversight of law enforcement functions;
(B) serves as the custodian of controlled property transferred to recipients located in that State; and
(C) has the authority to non-concur with proposed uses of such property.
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(c)
Definition of controlled property
Such section is further amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(f)
Controlled property
In this section, the term controlled property means any item assigned a demilitarization code of B, C, D, E, F, G, or Q under Department of Defense Manual 4160.21–M, Defense Materiel Disposition Manual, or any successor document.
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(d)
Examination of training requirements
The Director of the Defense Logistics Agency shall enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center to conduct an assessment of the Department of Defense excess property program under section 2576a of title 10, United States Code, as amended by this section. Such assessment shall include an evaluation of the policies and controls governing the determination of the suitability of recipients of controlled property transferred under the program, including specific recommendations relating to the training that law enforcement agencies that receive such property should receive, at no cost to the Department of Defense, to ensure end-user proficiency in the use, maintenance, and sustainment of such property.
(e)
One-year mandatory use policy assessment
The Director of the Defense Logistics Agency shall enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center for the conduct of an assessment of the Department of Defense excess property program under section 2576a of title 10, United States Code, to determine if the requirement that all controlled property transferred under the program be used within one year of being transferred is achieving its intended effect. Such assessment shall also include recommendations on process improvement, including legislative proposals.
(f)
Comptroller General assessment
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct an assessment of the Department of Defense excess property program under section 2576a of title 10, United States Code. Such assessment shall include—
(1) an evaluation of the transfer of controlled property under the program, including the manner in which the property was used in community law enforcement and the effectiveness of the Internet website required under subsection (e) of section 2576a, as added by subsection (a), in providing transparency to the public; and
(2) a determination of whether the transfer of property under the program enhances the ability of law enforcement agencies to carry out counter-drug and counter-terrorism activities in accordance with the purposes of the program as set forth in section 2576a of title 10, United States Code.
1053.
Limitation on transfer of certain AH–64 apache helicopters from Army National Guard to regular Army and related personnel levels
Section 1712 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291) is amended—
(1) in subsection (b), by striking March 31, 2016 and inserting June 30, 2016; and
(2) in subsection (e), by striking March 31, 2016 and inserting June 30, 2016 both places it appears.
1054.
Space available travel for environmental morale leave by certain spouses and children of deployed members of the Armed Forces
The Secretary of Defense shall revise the Air Transportation Eligibility Regulation, DOD 4515.13–R, to authorize space-available travel for environmental morale leave by unaccompanied spouses and dependent children of members of the Armed Forces who are deployed for at least 30 consecutive days under priority category IV. The Secretary shall also update any other instructions, directives, or internal policies necessary to facilitate such revision.
1055.
Information-related and strategic communications capabilities engagement pilot program
(a)
Pilot program required
The Secretary of Defense may carry out a pilot program or multiple pilot programs under which the Secretary assesses information-related and strategic communications capabilities to support the tactical, operational, and strategic requirements of the geographic and functional combatant commanders, including the urgent and emergent operational needs and the operational and theater security cooperation plans of such combatant commanders, to further United States national security objectives and strategic communications requirements.
(b)
Elements
Any pilot program carried out under subsection (a) shall include each of the following elements:
(1) Clearly defined goals and end-state objectives for the pilot program, including the traceability of such goals and objectives to the tactical, operational, or strategic requirements of the combatant commanders.
(2) A process for measuring the performance and effectiveness of the pilot program.
(3) A demonstration of a technology capability or concept to support the tactical, operational, or strategic needs of the combatant commanders.
(4) Supporting activities and coordinating elements with joint, interagency, intergovernmental, and multinational partners.
(c)
Governance
The Secretary shall create a governance structure for executing any pilot program carried out under subsection (a) that allows for centralized oversight and planning of the program with program execution decentralized to the combatant commands. The Secretary shall provide a written charter for such a governance structure by not later than the date that is 30 days after the date on which the Secretary decides to carry out such a pilot program.
(d)
Notification required
By not later than 14 days after the date on which the Secretary decides to carry out a pilot program under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees written notice of the decision. Such notice shall include the scope of activities, funding required, sponsoring combatant commander, anticipated participants, and expected duration of the pilot program.
(e)
Termination
The authority to carry out a pilot program under this section shall terminate on September 30, 2022.
1056.
Prohibition on use of funds for retirement of helicopter sea combat squadron 84 and 85 aircraft
(a)
Prohibitions
Except as provided by subsection (b), none of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Navy may be obligated or expended to—
(1) retire, prepare to retire, transfer, or place in storage any Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 84 (HSC–84) or Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 85 (HSC–85) aircraft; or
(2) make any changes to manning levels with respect to any HSC–84 or HSC–85 aircraft squadron.
(b)
Waiver
The Secretary of the Navy may waive subsection (a), if the Secretary certifies to the congressional defense committees that the Secretary has—
(1) conducted a cost-benefit analysis identifying savings to Department of the Navy regarding decommissioning or deactivation of an HSC–84 or HSC–85 squadron;
(2) identified a replacement capability to meet all operational requirements, including special operational-peculiar requirements of the combatant commands, currently being met by the HSC–84 or HSC–85 squadrons and aircraft to be retired, transferred, or placed in storage; and
(3) deployed such capability.
1057.
Limitation on availability of funds for destruction of certain landmines
(a)
Limitation
Except as provided under subsection (b), none of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Department of Defense may be obligated or expended for the destruction of anti-personnel landmines of the United States (as defined in the announcement of the President on September 23, 2014) until—
(1) the Secretary of Defense publishes a comprehensive study on—
(A) the tactical and operational effects of a ban on such landmines; and
(B) the current state of research into operational alternatives to such landmines;
(2) such alternatives are specifically authorized by law and provided appropriations;
(3) such alternatives are fully deployed;
(4) members of the Armed Forces of the United States and allies of the United States are trained in the use of such alternatives; and
(5) the Secretary certifies to the congressional defense committees that the replacement of such landmines by such alternatives will not endanger members of the Armed Forces of the United States or allies of the United States or pose any operational challenges and that adequate stockpiles and manufacturing capacity exists to meet the needs of the Armed Forces of the United States and allies of the United States in current deployments and anticipated contingencies.
(b)
Exception for safety
The limitation under subsection (a) shall not apply to any anti-personnel land mine that the Secretary certifies has become unsafe or poses a safety risk if not demilitarized or destroyed.
1058.
Limitation on availability of funds for modifying command and control of United States Pacific Fleet
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 may be obligated or expended to modify command and control relationships to give Fleet Forces Command operational and administrative control of Navy forces assigned to the Pacific Fleet. The command and control relationships in effect on October 1, 2004, shall remain in effect unless a change to such relationships is specifically authorized by a law.
1059.
Prohibition on the closure of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
(a)
Findings
Congress makes the following findings:
(1) The United States military presence in the Republic of Cuba began in 1898, and United States military basing began in Cuba in 1903.
(2) In 1934, the United States and Cuba entered into the Treaty Between the United States of America and Cuba signed at Washington, D.C. on May 29, 1934. Under Article III, the treaty stipulates the perpetual lease agreement between the United States and Cuba for the 45 square miles of land encompassing Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
(3) On March 12, 2015, Commander of United States Southern Command, General John Kelly, testified before the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, highlighting, Its [Naval Station Guantanamo Bay] airfield and port facilities are indispensable to the Departments of Defense, Homeland Security, and State’s operational and contingency plans… As the only permanent U.S. military base in Latin America and the Caribbean, its location provides persistent U.S. presence and immediate access to the region, as well as supporting a layered defense to secure the air and maritime approaches to the United States.
(4) Former Commander of United States Southern Command, retired Admiral James Stavridis, recently stated Guantanamo Bay Naval Station has immense strategic value above and beyond its reputation as a detention facility. It is the logistic, planning, surveillance and basing linchpin for the U.S. Fourth Fleet, crucial to the military for disaster relief, humanitarian work, medical diplomacy, and counternarcotics, all key missions for the U.S. Navy in Latin America and the Caribbean. The U.S. should do all in its power to maintain its legal control over the base.
(5) In testimony in front of the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives in 2012, then-Commander of United States Southern Command, General Douglas Fraser, stated, Absent a detention facility and even following the eventual demise of the Castro regime, the strategic capability provided by the U.S. Naval Station Guantanamo Bay remains essential for executing national priorities throughout the Caribbean, Latin America, and South America.
(6) As part of normalizing relations with the government of Cuba, announced in December 2014, ongoing negotiations are occurring to determine the diplomatic framework between the governments of the United States and Cuba.
(7) In January 2015, soon after negotiations began between the United States and Cuba, Cuban President Raul Castro demanded the return of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Cuba.
(8) In February 2015, Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Roberta Jacobson, in testimony in front of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the House of Representatives, stated that the return of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, is not on the table in these conversations, referencing current diplomatic negotiations. Later in her testimony Assistant Secretary Jacobson pointed out, referring to the possible closure of the Naval Station, that she is not a high enough ranking person to know…whether it could be in the future.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the strategic, logistic, and postural significance of United States Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, is vital to the security of the United States; and
(2) the United States must not relinquish control of Guantanamo Bay to the Republic of Cuba.
(c)
Prohibition
United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, may not be closed or abandoned, and the President shall ensure that the obligations of the United States under Article III of the Treaty Between the United States of America and Cuba signed at Washington, D.C. on May 29, 1934 are met, including the payment of the annual lease sum to the government of Cuba, unless otherwise specifically provided—
(1) by law;
(2) in a treaty that is ratified with the advice and consent of the Senate; or
(3) by a modification of the Treaty Between the United States of America and Cuba signed at Washington, D.C. on May 29, 1934, that is ratified with the advice and consent of the Senate.
(d)
Report
(1)
In general
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commander of United States Southern Command shall submit to appropriate committees of Congress, a report setting forth a military assessment of the strategic implications of United States Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
(2)
Elements
The report required under paragraph (1) shall include each of the following:
(A) An historical analysis of the use and significance of the basing at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
(B) A description of the personnel, resources, and base operations based out of United States, Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, as of the date of the enactment of this Act.
(C) An assessment of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, in support of the National Security Strategy, the National Defense Strategy, and the National Military Strategy.
(D) An assessment of missions and military requirements that United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, currently supports.
(E) A description of the uses of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba by other United States Government agencies.
(F) Any other related matter at the discretion of the Commander.
(3)
Appropriate committees of Congress
In this subsection, the term appropriate committees of Congress means—
(A) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate.
1060.
Prohibition on use of funds for realignment of forces at or closure of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
No amounts authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for the Department of Defense may be used, during the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act and ending on December 31, 2016, to—
(1) close or abandon United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba;
(2) relinquish control of Guantanamo Bay to the Republic of Cuba; or
(3) modify the Treaty Between the United States of America and Cuba signed at Washington, D.C. on May 29, 1934, including a modification of the boundaries of Guantanamo Bay, unless ratified with the advice and consent of the Senate.
1060a.
Civilian Aviation Asset Military Partnership Pilot Program
(a)
Participation
The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, may participate in a Civilian Aviation Asset Military Partnership Pilot Program (in this section referred to as the Program) in accordance with this section.
(b)
Grant authority
Subject to the availability of appropriations to carry out this section, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, may make a grant under the Program, on a competitive basis, to an eligible airport to assist a project—
(1) to improve aviation infrastructure; or
(2) to repair, replace, or otherwise improve an eligible tower facility at that airport.
(c)
Number
Not more than three eligible airports may receive a grant under the Program for a fiscal year.
(d)
Amount
The amount provided to each eligible airport that receives a grant under the Program may not exceed $2,500,000.
(e)
Eligibility
To be eligible for a grant under the Program, an eligible airport shall submit to the Secretary of Defense an application at such time, in such form, and containing such information as the Secretary, in coordination with the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, determines is appropriate. An application shall include, at a minimum, a description of—
(1) the proposed project with respect to which a grant is requested, including estimated costs;
(2) the need for the project at the eligible airport, including how the project will assist both civil aircraft and military aircraft; and
(3) the non-Federal funding available for the project.
(f)
Selection and terms
The Secretary of Defense and the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall jointly—
(1) select eligible airports to receive grants under the Program; and
(2) establish the terms of each grant made under the Program.
(g)
Funding
(1)
Federal share
The Federal share of the cost of a project assisted with a grant under the Program may not exceed 70 percent. Prioritization shall be given to projects with the lowest Federal share.
(2)
Coordination
With respect to the Federal share of the cost of a project assisted with a grant under the Program, 50 percent of that Federal share shall be paid by the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration and 50 percent shall be paid by the Secretary of Defense.
(h)
Termination
The Program shall terminate at the end of the third fiscal year in which a grant is made under the Program.
(i)
Definitions
In this section, the following definitions apply:
(1)
Eligible airport
The term eligible airport means an airport at which—
(A) military aircraft conducts operations; and
(B) civil aircraft operations are conducted.
(2)
Eligible tower facility
The term eligible tower facility means a tower facility that—
(A) is located at an eligible airport;
(B) is greater than 30 years of age; and
(C) has demonstrated failings.
(3)
Aviation infrastructure
The term aviation infrastructure means any activity defined under the term airport development in section 47102 of title 49, United States Code.
1060b.
Sale or donation of excess personal property for border security activities
Section 2576a of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subsection (a)—
(A) in paragraph (1)(A), by striking counter-drug and counter-terrorism activities and inserting counterdrug, counterterrorism, and border security activities; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking the Attorney General and the Director of National Drug Control Policy and inserting the Attorney General, the Director of National Drug Control Policy, and the Secretary of Homeland Security, as appropriate.; and
(2) in subsection (d), by striking counter-drug and counter-terrorism activities and inserting counterdrug, counterterrorism, or border security activities.
1060c.
Limitation on use of funds to deactivate 440th airlift wing
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated in this Act or otherwise made available for the Department of Defense may be used to deactivate the 440th airlift wing, or to move the personnel or aircraft of the 440th airlift wing, or to otherwise degrade the capabilities of the 440th airlift wing until the Secretary of Defense certifies that the deactivation of the 440th airlift wing will not affect the military readiness for the airborne and special operations units stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
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Studies and Reports
1061.
Provision of defense planning guidance and contingency planning guidance information to Congress
(a)
In general
Section 113(g) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(3) At the time of the budget submission by the President for a fiscal year, the Secretary of Defense shall include in the budget materials submitted to Congress for that year summaries of the guidance developed under paragraphs (1) and (2), as well as summaries of any plans developed in accordance with the guidance developed under paragraph (2). Such summaries shall be sufficient to allow the congressional defense committees to evaluate fully the requirements for military forces, acquisition programs, and operation and maintenance funding in the President’s annual budget request for the Department of Defense.
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(b)
Report required
Notwithstanding the requirement under paragraph (3) of section 113(g) of title 10, United States Code, as added by subsection (a), that the Secretary of Defense submit summaries under that paragraph at the time of the President’s annual budget submission, by not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report containing—
(1) summaries of the guidance developed under paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (g) of section 113 of title 10, United States Code; and
(2) summaries of any plans developed in accordance with the guidance developed under paragraph (2) of such subsection.
(c)
Limitation on obligation of funds pending report
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act for Operation and Maintenance, Defense-wide, for the office of the Secretary of Defense, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or expended before the date that is 15 days after the date on which the Secretary submits the report described in subsection (b).
1062.
Modification of certain reports submitted by Comptroller General of the United States
(a)
Report on NNSA budget requests
Section 3255(a)(2) of the National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2455) is amended by inserting before , the Comptroller General the following: in an even-numbered year, and not later than 150 days after the date on which the Administrator submits such materials in an odd-numbered year.
(b)
Report on environmental management
Section 3134 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2713), as amended by section 3134 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2193), is further amended—
(1) in subsection (a), by striking a series of three reviews, as described in subsections (b), (c), and (d), and inserting reviews as described in subsections (b) and (c);
(2) by striking subsection (d); and
(3) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (d).
1063.
Report on implementation of the geographically distributed force laydown in the area of responsibility of United States Pacific Command
(a)
Report required
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Commander of the United States Pacific Command, shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on Department of Defense plans for implementing the geographically distributed force laydown in the area of responsibility of United States Pacific Command.
(b)
Matters to be included
The report required under subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) A description of the force laydown.
(2) A discussion of how the force laydown affects the operational and contingency plans in the area of responsibility of United States Pacific Command, including a discussion on how timeliness, availability of forces, and risk in meeting the military objectives contained in those plans are affected.
(3) A discussion of the specific support asset requirements derived from the force laydown, including logistical sustainment, pre-positioned stocks, sea and air lift and, command and control.
(4) A discussion of the specific infrastructure and military construction requirements derived from the force laydown.
(5) A discussion on how Department of Defense plans to meet the requirements identified in paragraphs (3) and (4), including the ability of United States Transportation Command, the United States Combat Logistics Force, and the Armed Forces to meet those requirements.
(6) Any other matters the Secretary of Defense determines to be appropriate.
(c)
Form
The report required under subsection (a) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
1064.
Independent study of national security strategy formulation process
(a)
Requirement for study
The Secretary of Defense shall enter into a contract with an independent research entity described in subsection (c) to carry out a comprehensive study of the role of the Department of Defense and its process for the formulation of national security strategy.
(b)
Matters covered
The study required by subsection (a) shall include, at a minimum, the following:
(1) Case studies of the role of the Department of Defense and its process for the formulation of previous national security strategies in place throughout the history of the United States, including an examination of the development and execution of previous strategies, as well as the factors that contributed to the development and execution of successful previous strategies with specific emphasis on—
(A) the frequency of strategy updates;
(B) the synchronization of timelines and content among different strategies;
(C) the prioritization of objectives;
(D) the assignment of roles and responsibilities among relevent agencies;
(E) the links between strategy and resourcing;
(F) the implementation of strategy within the planning documents of relevant agencies; and
(G) the value of a competition of ideas.
(2) A complete review and analysis of the current national security strategy formulation process, as it relates to the Department of Defense, including an analysis of the following:
(A) All major Government products and documents of national security strategy relevant to the Department of Defense and how they fit together, including—
(i) the National Military Strategy prepared by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff under section 153(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code;
(ii) the most recent quadrennial defense review conducted by the Secretary of Defense pursuant to section 118 of title 10, United States Code;
(iii) the national security strategy report required under section 108 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3043); and
(iv) any other relevant national security strategy products and documents.
(B) The time periods during which the products and documents covered by subparagraph (A) are prepared and published, and how they fit together.
(C) The interaction between the White House and the agencies that develop such products and documents and formulate strategy.
(D) All the current entities in the Federal Government that contribute to the national security strategy formulation process and how they fit together.
(c)
Independent research entity
The entity described in this subsection is an independent research entity that is a not-for-profit entity or a federally funded research and development center with appropriate expertise and analytical capability.
(d)
Report
Not later than 18 months after the date of the enactment of this Act, the independent research entity shall provide to the Secretary a report on the results of the study. Not later than 30 days after receipt of the report, the Secretary shall submit such report, together with any additional views or recommendations of the Secretary, to the congressional defense committees.
1065.
Study and report on role of Department of Defense in formulation of long-term strategy
The Secretary of Defense shall direct the Office of Net Assessment to conduct a study on the role of the Department of Defense in the formulation of long-term strategy. Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the results of the study, which shall include—
(1) historical lessons learned, and recommendations for both the executive and legislative branch on how to create an entity or entities, programs or projects, or supporting efforts or activities to study and formulate suggestions for Department of Defense long-term strategy across the combination of military, economic, scientific, technological, geopolitical, resources, international relations, and other relevant areas of study related to the role of the Department of Defense in national security.
(2) key recommendations for alternative or candidate courses of action for establishing such an entity or entities, programs or projects, or supporting efforts or activities within or outside of the Government, including identification of areas or components of the Government most suited to the formulation of Department of Defense long-term strategy, or identification of new offices, organizational units, or supporting efforts within or outside of the Government focused on the development of long-term strategies for the Department; and
(3) an analysis of the efforts of the Department of Defense to cultivate long-term strategists within and outside of the Department and the Government, including an examination of options of best methods to improve and support the development, training, and education of strategic thinkers within and outside of the Department and the Government.
1066.
Report on potential threats to members of the Armed Forces of United States Naval Forces Central Command and United States Fifth Fleet in Bahrain
(a)
In general
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on the threat posed to members of the Armed Forces of the United States Naval Forces Central Command and the United States Fifth Fleet from Naval Support Activity Bahrain and their family members should an increase in violent clashes in Bahrain make their presence in that nation untenable.
(b)
Content of report
The report required by subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) An assessment of the current security situation in Bahrain, marked by escalating violence between security forces and protesters, and the potential impact increased instability could have on—
(A) the physical safety and security of United States personnel and their families living in Bahrain, both inside and outside the confines of military installations;
(B) the freedom of movement of United States personnel and their families living in Bahrain; and
(C) the future operations of Naval Support Activity in Bahrain as it relates to ongoing regional missions.
(2) Safety measures and contingency planning to protect Navy personnel in the event of such an increase in instability, including an analysis of viable alternative locations for both the United States Naval Forces Central Command and the United States Fifth Fleet.
1067.
Report on the status of detection, identification, and disablement capabilities related to remotely piloted aircraft
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report addressing the suitability of existing capabilities to detect, identify, and disable remotely piloted aircraft operating within special use and restricted airspace. The report shall include the following:
(1) An assessment of the degree to which existing capabilities to detect, identify, and potentially disable remotely piloted aircraft within special use and restricted airspace are able to be deployed and combat prevailing threats.
(2) An assessment of existing gaps in capabilities related to the detection, identification, or disablement of remotely piloted aircraft within special use and restricted airspace.
(3) A plan that outlines the extent to which existing research and development programs within the Department of Defense can be leveraged to fill identified capability gaps and/or the need to establish new programs to address such gaps as are identified pursuant to paragraph (2).
1068.
Report on options to accelerate the training of remotely piloted aircraft pilots
Not later than February 1, 2016, the Secretary of the Air Force shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report addressing the immediate and critical training and operational needs of the remotely piloted aircraft community. The report shall include the following:
(1) An assessment of the viability of using non-rated, civilian, contractor, or enlisted pilots to execute remotely piloted aircraft missions.
(2) An assessment of the availability and existing utilization of special use airspace available for remotely piloted aircraft training and a plan for accessing additional special use airspace in order to meet anticipated training requirements for remotely piloted aircraft.
(3) A comprehensive training plan aimed at increasing the throughput of undergraduate remotely piloted aircraft training without sacrificing quality and standards.
(4) Establishment of an optimum ratio for the mix of training airframes to operational airframes in the remotely piloted aircraft inventory necessary to achieve manning requirements for pilots and sensor operators and, to the extent practicable, a plan for fielding additional remotely piloted aircraft airframes at the formal training units in the active, National Guard, and reserve components in accordance with optimum ratios for MQ–9 and Global Hawk remotely piloted aircraft.
(5) Establishment of optimum and minimum crew ratios to combat air patrols taking into account all tasks remotely piloted aircraft units execute and, to the extent practicable, a plan for conducting missions in accordance with optimum ratios.
(6) Identification of any resource, legislative, or departmental policy challenges impeding the corrective action needed to reach a sustainable remotely piloted aircraft operations tempo.
(7) An assessment, to the extent practicable, of the direct and indirect impacts that the integration of remotely piloted aircraft into the national airspace system has on the ability to generate remotely piloted aircraft crews.
(8) Any other matters the Secretary determines appropriate.
1069.
Expedited meetings of the National Commission on the Future of the Army
Section 1702(f) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3665) is amended by adding at the end the following new sentence: Section 10 of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App. I) shall not apply to a meeting of the Commission unless the meeting is attended by five or more members of the Commission..
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Repeal or Revision of National Defense Reporting Requirements
1071.
Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to military personnel issues
(a)
Reports on health protection quality and health assessment data
(1)
Repeal
Section 1073b of title 10, United States Code, is repealed.
(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 55 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 1073b.
(b)
Report on voting assistance programs effectiveness and compliance
Section 1566(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking (1) after the subsection heading; and
(2) by striking paragraphs (2) and (3).
(c)
Report on aviation officer retention bonuses
Section 301b(i) of title 37, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking (1) after the subsection heading; and
(2) by striking paragraph (2).
(d)
Report on foreign language proficiency incentive pay
Section 316a of title 37, United States Code, as amended by section 615(5) of this Act, is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (f); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (g) as subsection (f).
(e)
Report on use of waiver authority for military service academy appointments
Section 553 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 10 U.S.C. 4346 note) is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (e); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (e).
(f)
Report on increase in Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps units
Subsection (e) of section 548 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 122 Stat. 4466) is repealed.
(g)
Report on implementation of yellow ribbon reintegration program
(1)
Reporting requirement
Section 582(e) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is amended by striking paragraph (4).
(2)
Conforming repeal
Section 597 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 10 U.S.C. 10101 note) is repealed.
(h)
Report on standards of facilities
Section 1648 of the Wounded Warrior Act (title XVI of Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 1071 note) is amended by striking subsection (f).
(i)
Report on inspections of facilities
Section 1662 of the Wounded Warrior Act (title XVI of Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 1071 note) is amended—
(1) by striking (a) Required inspections of facilities.—; and
(2) by striking subsection (b).
(j)
Report on inspections of other facilities
Section 3307 of the U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans’ Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq Accountability Appropriations Act, 2007 (Public Law 110–28; 10 U.S.C. 1073 note) is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (d); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (d).
(k)
Report on local educational agency Assistance related to DOD activities
Section 574 of the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (Public Law 109–364; 20 U.S.C. 7703b note) is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (c); and
(2) by redesignating subsections (d) and (e) as subsections (c) and (d), respectively.
1072.
Repeal or revision of reporting requirements relating to readiness
(a)
Biannual reports on allocation of funds within operation and maintenance budget subactivities
(1)
In general
Chapter 9 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking section 228.
(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by striking the item relating to section 228.
(b)
Annual report on naval petroleum reserves
Section 7431 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (c).
(c)
Annual report on Army national guard combat readiness
(1)
In general
Chapter 1013 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking section 10542.
(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by striking the item relating to section 10542.
(d)
Insider threat detection budget submission
Section 922 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 10 U.S.C. 2224 note) is amended by striking subsection (f).
(e)
Price trend analysis
Section 892 of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 10 U.S.C. 2306a) is repealed.
(f)
Report on authority for airlift transportation at Department of Defense rates for non-Department of Defense Federal cargoes
Section 351 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2262) is amended by striking subsection (b).
(g)
Biennial report on procurement of military working dogs
Section 358 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 10 U.S.C. 2302 note) is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (c); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (c).
(h)
Report on foreign language proficiency
Section 958 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 122 Stat. 297) is repealed.
(i)
Report on Arsenal Support Program Initiative
Section 343 of the Floyd D. Spence National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2001 (as enacted into law by Public Law 106–398; 10 U.S.C. 4551 note) is amended by striking subsection (g).
(j)
GAO review of contractor-operated civil engineering supply stores program
Section 345 of the Strom Thurmond National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1999 (Public Law 105–261; 112 Stat. 1978) is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (d); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (d).
(k)
Quarterly report on end strength
Section 8104 of the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2014 (Division C of Public Law 113–76) is repealed.
(l)
Quarterly report on end strength
Section 8105 of the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2013 (Division C of Public Law 113–6) is repealed.
(m)
Report on David L. Boren National Security Education Act of 1991
Section 806 of the David L. Boren National Security Education Act of 1991 (title VIII of Public Law 102–183; 50 U.S.C. 1906) is repealed.
1073.
Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to naval vessels and Merchant Marine
(a)
Report on naming of naval vessels
Section 7292 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (d).
(b)
Report on transfer of vessels stricken from naval vessel register
Section 7306 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (d); and
(2) by redesignating subsections (e) and (f) as subsections (d) and (e), respectively.
(c)
Reports on mission modules of Littoral Combat Ship
Section 126 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1657) is amended—
(1) by striking (a) Designation required.—; and
(2) by striking subsection (b).
(d)
Report on assessments of first ship of a shipbuilding program
Section 124 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 10 U.S.C. 7291 note) is repealed.
(e)
Report on cost estimate of CVN–79
Section 122 of the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (Public Law 109–364; 120 Stat. 2104), as most recently amended by section 121 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66), is amended by striking subsection (f).
(f)
Annual Report of Maritime Administration
(1)
Elimination of report and revision of remaining requirement
Section 50111 of title 46, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
50111.
Submission of annual MARAD authorization request
(a)
Submission of legislative proposal
Not later than 30 days after the date on which the President submits to Congress a budget for a fiscal year pursuant to section 1105 of title 31, the Secretary of Transportation shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate the Maritime Administration authorization request for that fiscal year.
(b)
Maritime Administration Request Defined
In this section, the term Maritime Administration authorization request means a proposal for legislation that, for a fiscal year—
(1) recommends authorizations of appropriations for the Maritime Administration for that fiscal year, including with respect to matters described in subsection 109(j) of title 49 or authorized in subtitle V of this title; and
(2) addresses any other matter with respect to the Maritime Administration that the Secretary determines is appropriate.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 501 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 50111 and inserting the following new item:
50111. Submission of annual MARAD authorization request.
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(g)
Discretionary reports no longer needed
The Secretary of the Navy is not required to submit to the congressional defense committees—
(1) a report, or updates to such a report, on open architecture as described in Senate Report 110–077; or
(2) a monthly report on Ford class aircraft carriers not otherwise required by law.
1074.
Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to nuclear, proliferation, and related matters
(a)
Report on Nuclear Weapons Council
Section 179 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (g).
(b)
Report on Proliferation Security Initiative
Section 1821(b) of the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 (50 U.S.C. 2911) is amended—
(1) by striking (1) In general.—; and
(2) by striking paragraphs (2) and (3).
(c)
Briefings on dialogue between United States and Russian Federation on nuclear arms
Section 1282 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 22 U.S.C. 5951 note) is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (a); and
(2) by redesignating subsections (b) and (c) as subsections (a) and (b), respectively.
(d)
Implementation plan for whole-of- government vision prescribed in the national security strategy
Section 1072 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 50 U.S.C. 3043 note) is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (b); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (b).
1075.
Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to missile defense
(a)
Report on Missile Defense Executive Board activities
Section 232 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1339) is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (b); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (b).
(b)
Report on ground-based midcourse defense program
Section 234 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1340) is amended—
(1) by striking (a) Sense of Congress.—; and
(2) by striking subsection (b).
1076.
Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to acquisition
(a)
Report on foreign purchases
Section 8305 of title 41, United States Code, is repealed, and the table of sections at the beginning of chapter 83 of such title is amended by striking the item relating to that section.
(b)
Report on cost assessment activities
Section 2334 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (f); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (g) as subsection (f).
(c)
Report on performance assessments and root cause analyses
Section 2438 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (f).
1077.
Repeal or revision of reporting requirements related to civilian personnel
(a)
Report on pilot program for exchange of information technology personnel
Section 1110 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2493) is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (i);
(2) by redesignating subsection (j) as subsection (i); and
(3) in subsection (i), as so redesignated, by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following new paragraph:
(2) any employee whose assignment is allowed to continue by virtue of paragraph (1) shall be taken into account for purposes of the numerical limitation under subsection (h).
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(b)
Report on experimental program for scientific and technical personnel
Section 1101 of the Strom Thurmond National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1999 (Public Law 105–261; 112 Stat. 2139) is amended by striking subsection (g).
1078.
Repeal or revision of miscellaneous reporting requirements
(a)
Report on rewards for combating terrorism
Section 127b of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking subsection (f); and
(2) by redesignating subsection (g) as subsection (f).
(b)
Report on technological maturity and integration risk of critical technologies
Section 138(b)(8) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking subparagraph (B);
(2) by striking shall— and all that follows through assess the technological maturity and inserting shall periodically review and assess the technological maturity; and
(3) by striking ; and and inserting a period.
(c)
Report on systems engineering
Section 139b(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by striking paragraph (2);
(2) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (2);
(3) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated—
(A) by striking or (2);
(B) in subparagraph (A), by striking systems engineering master plans and;
(C) in subparagraph (B), by striking , systems engineering master plans,;
(D) in subparagraph (C); by striking systems engineering, development planning, and inserting development planning; and
(E) by redesignating subparagraph (D) as subparagraph (F);
(4) by transferring subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (4) to the end of paragraph (2), as so redesignated, and redesignating those subparagraphs as subparagraphs (D) and (E), respectively; and
(5) by striking paragraph (4).
(d)
Report on Regional Defense Counterterrorism Fellowship Program
Section 2249c of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (c).
(e)
Report on DARPA
(1)
Repeal
Section 2352 of title 10, United States Code, is repealed.
(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 139 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 2352.
(f)
Report on airlift requirements
Section 112 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1654) is repealed.
(g)
Report on in-kind payments
Section 2805 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2149) is repealed.
(h)
Report on airborne signals intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities
Section 112(b) of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 124 Stat. 4153) is amended—
(1) by striking paragraph (3); and
(2) by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (3).
(i)
Reports on status of Navy Next Generation Enterprise Networks Program
Section 1034 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 122 Stat. 4593) is repealed.
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Other Matters
1081.
Technical and clerical amendments
(a)
Amendments To title 10, United States Code
Title 10, United States Code, is amended as follows:
(1) The heading of section 153(a)(5) is amended to read as follows: Joint Force Development Activities.—.
(2) The table of sections at the beginning of subchapter I of chapter 21 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 429 the following new item:
430. Tactical exploitation of national capabilities executive agent.
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(3) Section 2679, as transferred, redesignated, and amended by section 351 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3346), is amended in subsection (a)(1) by striking with before , on a sole source.
(4) Section 2687a(d)(2) is amended by inserting fair market before value.
(5) Section 2926, as added and amended by section 901(g) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3464), is amended in subsections (a), (b), (c), and (d) by striking for Installations, Energy, each place it appears and inserting for Energy, Installations,.
(6) Subsection (d)(4) of section 9314a, as redesignated by section 591(a) of this Act, is amended by striking only so long at and inserting only so long as.
(b)
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015
Effective as of December 19, 2014, and as if included therein as enacted, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291) is amended as follows:
(1) Section 351(b)(1) (128 Stat. 3346) is amended by striking the period at the end of subparagraph (C) and inserting ; and.
(2) Section 901(g)(1)(F) (128 Stat. 3465) is amended by inserting paragraph (4) of before subsection (b) of section 2926.
(3) Section 1072(a)(2) (128 Stat. 3516) is amended by inserting in the table of sections before at the beginning of.
(4) Section 1079(a)(1) (128 Stat. 3521) is amended by striking section 12102 of title 42, United States Code and inserting section 3 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12102).
(5) Section 1104(b)(2) (128 Stat. 3526) is amended by striking paragraph (2) and inserting paragraph (1)(A).
(6) Section 1208 (128 Stat. 3541) is amended by striking of Fiscal Year each place it appears and inserting for Fiscal Year.
(7) Section 2803(a) (128 Stat. 3696) is amended in paragraph (2) of the subsection (f) being added by the amendment to be made by that section by inserting section before 1105 of title 31.
(8) Section 2832(c)(3) (128 Stat. 3704) is amended by striking United State Code and inserting United States Code.
(9) Section 3006(i) (128 Stat. 3744) is amended—
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking Section 8 and inserting Section 18; and
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking S1/2 N1/2 SE and inserting S1/2 N1/2 SE1/4.
(10) Section 3023 (128 Stat. 3762) is amended—
(A) by redesignating paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) as paragraphs (2), (3), and (4), respectively;
(B) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated, in the matter being added by subparagraph (C)—
(i) by inserting has been waived, after expired,; and
(ii) by striking the permit or lease required and inserting the allotment management plan, permit, or lease required;
(C) in paragraph (4), as so redesignated, in the matter being added as subsection (h)(1)—
(i) by striking a grazing permit or lease in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) of such subsection and inserting an allotment management plan or grazing permit or lease;
(ii) in subparagraph (A) of such subsection, by striking permit or lease and inserting allotment management plan, permit, or lease; and
(iii) in subparagraph (B)(i) of such subsection, by striking lease or permit and inserting allotment management plan, permit, or lease; and
(D) by inserting before paragraph (2), as so redesignated, the following new paragraph:
(1) in subsection (a), by striking by the Secretary of Agriculture, with respect to lands within National Forests in the sixteen contiguous Western States and inserting on National Forest System land by the Secretary of Agriculture (notwithstanding, for purposes of this section, the definition in section 103(p));
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(11) Section 3024 (16 U.S.C. 6214; 128 Stat. 3764) is amended—
(A) in subsection (e), by inserting before the period at the end the following: report using National Median Price values; and
(B) in subsection (f)(3)—
(i) in subparagraph (A), by striking by regulation establish criteria pursuant to which the annual fee determined in accordance with this section may be suspended or reduced temporarily and inserting provide for suspension or reduction temporarily of the annual fee determined in accordance with this section; and
(ii) in subparagraph (B), by striking by regulation.
(c)
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009
Section 943(d)(1) of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 122 Stat. 4578) by striking the second period at the end of the first sentence.
(d)
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005
Section 1208(f)(2) of the Ronald W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005 (Public Law 108–375; 118 Stat. 2086), as amended by section 1202(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 122 Stat. 363) and section 1202(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat 2512), is further amended—
(1) by redesignating the paragraphs (1) through (8) added by section 1202(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat 2512) as subparagraphs (A) through (H), respectively; and
(2) by moving the margins of such subparagraphs, as so redesignated, two ems to the right.
(e)
Coordination with other amendments made by this act
For purposes of applying amendments made by provisions of this Act other than this section, the amendments made by this section shall be treated as having been enacted immediately before any such amendments by other provisions of this Act.
1082.
Executive agent for the oversight and management of alternative compensatory control measures
(a)
Executive agent
(1)
In general
Subchapter I of chapter 21 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end of the following new section:
430a.
Executive agent for management and oversight of alternative compensatory control measures
(a)
Executive agent
The Secretary of Defense shall designate a senior official from among the personnel of the Department of Defense to act as the Department of Defense executive agent for the management and oversight of alternative compensatory control measures.
(b)
Roles, responsibilities, and authorities
The Secretary of Defense shall prescribe the roles, responsibilities, and authorities of the executive agent designated under subsection (a). Such roles, responsibilities, and authorities shall include the development of an annual management and oversight plan for Department-wide accountability and reporting to the congressional defense committees.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such subchapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item:
430a. Executive agent for management and oversight of alternative compensatory control measures.
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(b)
Report
Not later than 30 days after the close of each of fiscal years 2016 through 2020, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the oversight and management of alternative compensatory control measures. Each such report shall include—
(1) the annual management and oversight plan required under section 430a(b) of title 10, United States Code, as added by subsection (a);
(2) a discussion of the scope and number of alternative compensatory control measures in effect; and
(3) any other matters the Secretary of Defense determines appropriate.
1083.
Navy support of Ocean Research Advisory Panel
Section 7903 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking subsection (c).
1084.
Level of readiness of Civil Reserve Air Fleet carriers
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The National Airlift Policy states that [t]he national defense airlift objective is to ensure that military and civil airlift resources will be able to meet defense mobilization and deployment requirements in support of US defense and foreign policies..
(2) The National Airlift Policy also emphasizes the need for dialogue and cooperation with our national aviation industry, and it states that [i]t is of particular importance that the aviation industry be apprised by the Department of Defense of long-term requirements for airlift in support of national defense..
(3) The National Airlift Policy emphasizes the importance of both military and civil airlift resources and their interdependence in the fulfillment of the national defense airlift objective, and it states that the Department of Defense shall establish appropriate levels for peacetime cargo airlift augmentation in order to promote the effectiveness of Civil Reserve Air Fleet and provide training within the military airlift system..
(4) Civil Reserve Air Fleet carriers continue to be an important component of the military airlift system in support of United States defense and foreign policies.
(b)
Level of readiness of civil reserve air fleet carriers
(1)
In general
Chapter 931 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
9517.
Level of readiness of Civil Reserve Air Fleet carriers
(a)
Policy
The Civil Reserve Air Fleet program is an important component of the military airlift system in support of United States defense and foreign policies, and it is the policy of the United States to maintain the readiness and interoperability of Civil Reserve Air Fleet carriers by providing appropriate levels of peacetime airlift augmentation to maintain networks and infrastructure, exercise the system, and interface effectively within the military airlift system.
(b)
Report requirement
On the day the President submits the budget for a fiscal year to Congress, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to Congress a report that sets forth, for each fiscal year during the period covered by the current future-years defense program under section 221 of this title, each of the following, expressed separately for passenger and cargo airlift services:
(1) The results (including analytical and justification materials) of an assessment, conducted in consultation with the Civil Reserve Air Fleet carriers, of the level of commercial airlift augmentation necessary to maintain the readiness and interoperability of such carriers, maintain networks and infrastructure, exercise the system, and facilitate the regular interfacing between such carriers and the military airlift system, which shall include—
(A) a projection of the number of block hours necessary to achieve such levels of commercial airlift augmentation;
(B) a strategic plan for achieving such level of commercial airlift augmentation; and
(C) an explanation of any deviation from the previous fiscal year’s assessment of the projected number of block hours under subparagraph (A).
(2) A comparison (including analytical and justification materials and explanations of any deviations) of the forecasted number of block hours for each fiscal year of the period covered by the report with the projected number of block hours under paragraph (1)(A) for each such fiscal year.
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term budget has the meaning given that term in section 231(f) of this title.
(2) The term defense budget materials has the meaning given that term in section 231(f) of this title.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item:
9517. Level of Readiness of Civil Reserve Air Fleet carriers.
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(3)
Definition of Civil Reserve Air Fleet program
Section 9511 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(12) The term Civil Reserve Air Fleet program means the program developed by the Department of Defense through which the Department of Defense augments its airlift capability by use of civil aircraft.
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1085.
Authorization of transfer of surplus firearms to Corporation for the Promotion of Rifle Practice and Firearms Safety
(a)
In general
Section 40728 of title 36, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(h)
Authorized transfers
The Secretary may transfer to the corporation, in accordance with the procedure prescribed in this subchapter, surplus firearms and spare parts and related accessories for those firearms that on the date of the enactment of this subsection are under the control of the Secretary and are excess to the requirements of the Department of the Army, and such material as may be recovered by the Secretary pursuant to section 40728A(a) of this title. The Secretary shall determine a reasonable schedule for the transfer of these excess firearms.
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(b)
Technical and conforming amendments
Such title is further amended—
(1) in section 40278A—
(A) by striking rifles each place it appears and inserting surplus firearms; and
(B) in subsection (a), by striking section 40731(a) and inserting section 40732(a);
(2) in section 40729(a)—
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking described in section 40728(a) of this title;
(B) in paragraph (2), by striking firearms described in section 40728(a) of this title and inserting surplus firearms; and
(C) in paragraph (4), by striking caliber .30 and caliber .22 rimfire rifles and inserting firearms; and
(3) in section 40732—
(A) by striking caliber .22 rimfire and caliber .30 surplus rifles both places it appears and inserting surplus firearms; and
(B) in subsection (a), by striking is over 18 years of age and inserting is legally of age.
1086.
Modification of requirements for transferring aircraft within the Air Force inventory
(a)
Modification of requirements
Section 345 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 10 U.S.C. 8062 note) is amended—
(1) in subsection (a)—
(A) by striking the first sentence and inserting the following: Before making an aircraft transfer described in subsection (c), the Secretary of the Air Force shall ensure that a written agreement regarding such transfer has been entered into between the Chief of Staff of the Air Force and the Director of the Air National Guard or the Chief of Air Force Reserve.; and
(B) in paragraph (3), by striking depot;
(2) by striking subsection (b) and inserting the following:
(b)
Submittal of agreements to the Department of Defense and congress
The Secretary of the Air Force may not take any action to transfer an aircraft until the Secretary ensures that the Air Force has complied with applicable Department of Defense regulations and, for a transfer described in subsection (c)(1), until the Secretary submits to the congressional defense committees an agreement entered into pursuant to subsection (a) regarding the transfer of the aircraft.
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(3) by adding at the end the following new subsections:
(c)
Covered aircraft transfers
(1)
Covered transfers
An aircraft transfer described in this subsection is the transfer (other than as specified in paragraph (2)) from a reserve component of the Air Force to the regular component of the Air Force of—
(A) the permanent assignment of an aircraft that terminates a reserve component’s equitable interest in the aircraft; or
(B) possession of an aircraft for a period in excess of 90 days.
(2)
Exceptions
Paragraph (1) does not apply to the following:
(A) A routine temporary transfer of possession of an aircraft from a reserve component that is made solely for the benefit of the reserve component for the purpose of maintenance, upgrade, conversion, modification, or testing and evaluation.
(B) A routine permanent transfer of assignment of an aircraft that terminates a reserve component’s equitable interest in the aircraft if notice of the transfer has previously been provided to the congressional defense committees and the transfer has been approved by the Secretary of Defense pursuant to Department of Defense regulations.
(C) A transfer described in paragraph (1)(A) when there is a reciprocal permanent assignment of an aircraft from the regular component of the Air Force to the reserve component that does not degrade the capability of, or reduce the total number of, aircraft assigned to the reserve component.
(d)
Return of aircraft after routine temporary transfer
In the case of an aircraft transferred from a reserve component of the Air Force to the regular component of the Air Force for which an agreement under subsection (a) is not required by reason of subsection (c)(2)(A), possession of the aircraft shall be transferred back to the reserve component upon completion of the work described in subsection (c)(2)(A).
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(b)
Conforming amendment
Subsection (a)(7) of such section is amended by striking Commander of the Air Force Reserve Command and inserting Chief of Air Force Reserve.
(c)
Technical amendments to delete references to aircraft ownership
Subsection (a) of such section is further amended by striking the ownership of in paragraphs (2)(A), (2)(C), and (3).
1087.
Reestablishment of Commission to Assess the Threat to the United States from Electromagnetic Pulse Attack
(a)
Reestablishment
The commission established pursuant to title XIV of the Floyd D. Spence National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2001 (as enacted into law by Public Law 106–398; 114 Stat. 1654A–345), and reestablished pursuant to section 1052 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006 (Public Law 109–163; 50 U.S.C. 2301 note), known as the Commission to Assess the Threat to the United States from Electromagnetic Pulse Attack, is hereby reestablished.
(b)
Membership
The Commission as reestablished shall have the same membership as the Commission had as of the date of the submission of the report of the Commission pursuant to section 1403(a) of such Act, as amended by such section 1052. Service on the Commission is voluntary, and Commissioners may elect to terminate their service on the Commission. If a Commissioner is unwilling or unable to serve on the Commission, the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the chairmen and ranking members of the Committees on Armed Services of the House of Representatives and the Senate, shall appoint a new member to fill that vacancy.
(c)
Commission charter defined
In this section, the term Commission charter means title XIV of the Floyd D. Spence National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2001 (as enacted into law by Public Law 106–398; 114 Stat. 1654A–345 et seq.), as amended by section 1052 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006 (Public Law 109–163; 50 U.S.C. 2301 note) and section 1073 of the John Warner National Defense Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (Public Law 109–364; 120 Stat. 2403).
(d)
Expanded purpose
Section 1401(b) of the Commission charter (114 Stat. 1654A–345) is amended by inserting before the period at the end the following: , from non-nuclear EMP weapons, from natural EMP generated by geomagnetic storms, and from proposed uses in the military doctrines of potential adversaries of using EMP weapons in combination with other attack vectors..
(e)
Duties of commission
Section 1402 of the Commission charter (114 Stat. 1654A–346) is amended to read as follows:
1402.
Duties of commission
The Commission shall assess the following:
(1) The vulnerability of electric-dependent military systems in the United States to a manmade or natural EMP event, giving special attention to the progress made by the Department of Defense, other Government departments and agencies of the United States, and entities of the private sector in taking steps to protect such systems from such an event.
(2) The evolving current and future threat from state and non-state actors of a manmade EMP attack employing nuclear or non-nuclear weapons.
(3) New technologies, operational procedures, and contingency planning that can protect electronics and electric-dependent military systems from a manmade or natural EMP event.
(4) Among the States, if State grids are islanded for protection against manmade or natural EMP, which States should receive highest priority for protecting critical defense assets and for maximizing survival of the national population.
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(f)
Report
Section 1403 of the Commission charter (114 Stat. 1654A–345) is amended by striking September 30, 2007 and inserting June 30, 2017.
(g)
Termination
Section 1049 of the Commission charter (114 Stat. 1654A–348) is amended by inserting before the period at the end the following: , as amended by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016.
1088.
Department of Defense strategy for countering unconventional warfare
(a)
Strategy required
The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the President and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, shall develop a strategy for the Department of Defense to counter unconventional warfare threats posed by adversarial state and non-state actors.
(b)
Elements
The strategy required under subsection (a) shall include each of the following:
(1) An articulation of the activities that constitute unconventional warfare being waged upon the United States and allies.
(2) A clarification of the roles and responsibilities of the Department of Defense in providing indications and warning of, and protection against, acts of unconventional warfare.
(3) The current status of authorities and command structures related to countering unconventional warfare.
(4) An articulation of the goals and objectives of the Department of Defense with respect to countering unconventional warfare threats.
(5) An articulation of related or required interagency capabilities and whole-of-Government activities required by the Department of Defense to support a counter-unconventional warfare strategy.
(6) Recommendations for improving the counter-unconventional warfare capabilities, authorities, and command structures of the Department of Defense.
(7) Recommendations for improving interagency coordination and support mechanisms with respect to countering unconventional warfare threats.
(8) Recommendations for the establishment of joint doctrine to support counter-unconventional warfare capabilities within the Department of Defense.
(9) Any other matters the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff determine necessary.
(c)
Submittal to Congress
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees the strategy required by subsection (a). The strategy shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
(d)
Definition of unconventional warfare
In this section, the term unconventional warfare means activities conducted to enable a resistance movement or insurgency to coerce, disrupt, or overthrow a government or occupying power by operating through or with an underground, auxiliary, or guerrilla force in a denied area.
1089.
Mine countermeasures master plan
(a)
Plan required
(1)
In general
At the same time the budget is submitted to Congress for each of fiscal years 2018 through 2023, the Secretary of the Navy shall submit to the congressional defense committees a mine countermeasures (hereinafter in this section referred to as MCM) master plan. Each such plan shall include each of the following:
(A) An evaluation of the capabilities, capacities, requirements, and readiness levels of the defensive capabilities of the Navy for MCM, including an assessment of the dedicated MCM force as well as the capabilities of ships, aircraft, and submarines that are not yet dedicated to MCM but could be modified to carry mine warfare capabilities.
(B) An evaluation of the ability of units to properly command and control air and surface MCM forces from fleet level down through to element level and to provide necessary operational and tactical control and awareness of such forces to facilitate mission accomplishment and defense.
(C) An assessment of technologies having promising potential for use for improving mine warfare and of programs for transitioning such technologies from the testing and evaluation phases to procurement.
(D) A fiscal plan to support the master plan through the Future Years Defense Plan.
(E) A plan for inspection of each asset with mine warfare responsibilities, requirements, and capabilities, which shall include proposed methods to ensure the material readiness of each asset and the training level of the force, a general summary, and readiness trends.
(2)
Form of submission
Each plan submitted under paragraph (1)(E) shall be in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex addressing the capability and capacity to meet operational plans and contingency requirements.
(b)
Report to Congress
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Navy shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report containing the recommendations of the Secretary regarding the force structure and ensuring the operational effectiveness of the surface mine warfare force through 2025 based on current capabilities and capacity, replacement schedules, and service life extensions or retirement schedules. Such report shall include an assessment of the MCM vessels, including the decommissioned MCM–1 and MCM–2 ships and the potential of such ships for reserve operating status.
1090.
Congressional notification and briefing requirement on ordered evacuations of United States embassies and consulates involving the use of United States Armed Forces
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that in order to ensure the safety and security of members of the Armed Forces of the United States overseas—
(1) members of the Armed Forces of the United States should have the proper authorized resources at all times to protect themselves while participating in an ordered evacuation of a United States embassy or consulate abroad; and
(2) no restrictions should be placed on the ability of members of the Armed Forces of the United States to maintain on their person and use authorized weapons and equipment for personal and evacuee security at all times and to take authorized protective actions subject to applicable law and orders from the chain of command, during an ordered evacuation of a United States embassy or consulate.
(b)
Notification requirement
The Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State shall provide joint notification to the appropriate congressional committees as soon as practicable after the initiation of an ordered evacuation of a United States embassy or consulate involving the use of United States Armed Forces.
(c)
Briefing requirement
The Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State shall provide a joint briefing to the appropriate congressional committees not later than 15 days after the initiation of an ordered evacuation of a United States embassy or consulate involving the use of the United States Armed Forces.
(d)
Elements
Each notification under subsection (a) and briefing under subsection (b) shall include the following:
(1) An overview of the ordered evacuation.
(2) The status of all personnel assigned to the embassy or consulate, including United States citizens and locally-employed staff.
(3) The status of the embassy or consulate, including whether the embassy or consulate was secured and all classified or otherwise sensitive material destroyed upon departure.
(4) An overview of the manner and location from which the Department of State will continue to conduct the duties and responsibilities of the embassy or consulate.
(5) A description of the disposition of United States Government property and whether such property was destroyed, disabled, abandoned or otherwise left behind, or remains in the possession of United States Government personnel.
(6) Any other matters the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of State determine to be relevant.
(e)
Appropriate congressional committees defined
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(1) the congressional defense committees; and
(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
1091.
Determination and disclosure of transportation costs incurred by Secretary of Defense for congressional trips outside the United States
(a)
Determination and Disclosure of Costs by Secretary
In the case of a trip taken by a Member, officer, or employee of the House of Representatives or Senate in carrying out official duties outside the United States for which the Department of Defense provides transportation, the Secretary of Defense shall—
(1) determine the cost of the transportation provided with respect to the Member, officer, or employee;
(2) not later than 10 days after completion of the trip involved, provide a written statement of the cost—
(A) to the Member, officer, or employee involved, and
(B) to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives (in the case of a trip taken by a Member, officer, or employee of the House) or the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate (in the case of a trip taken by a Member, officer, or employee of the Senate); and
(3) upon providing a written statement under paragraph (2), make the statement available for viewing on the Secretary’s official public website until the expiration of the 4-year period which begins on the final day of the trip involved.
(b)
Exceptions
This section does not apply with respect to any trip the sole purpose of which is to visit one or more United States military installations or to visit United States military personnel in a war zone (or both).
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Member
The term Member, with respect to the House of Representatives, includes a Delegate or Resident Commissioner to the Congress.
(2)
United States
The term United States means the several States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and any other territory or possession of the United States.
(d)
Effective Date
This section shall apply with respect to trips taken on or after the date of the enactment of this Act, except that this section does not apply with respect to any trip which began prior to such date.
1092.
Interagency Hostage Recovery Coordinator
(a)
Interagency Hostage Recovery Coordinator
(1)
In general
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall designate an existing Federal officer to coordinate efforts to secure the release of United States persons who are hostages of hostile groups or state sponsors of terrorism. For purposes of carrying out the duties described in paragraph (2), such officer shall have the title of Interagency Hostage Recovery Coordinator.
(2)
Duties
The Coordinator shall have the following duties:
(A) Coordinate and direct all activities of the Federal Government relating to each hostage situation described in paragraph (1) to ensure efforts to secure the release of all hostages in the hostage situation are properly resourced and correct lines of authority are established and maintained.
(B) Establish and direct a fusion cell consisting of appropriate personnel of the Federal Government with purview over each hostage situation described in paragraph (1).
(C) Develop a strategy to keep family members of hostages described in paragraph (1) informed of the status of such hostages and inform such family members of updates, procedures, and policies that do not compromise the national security of the United States.
(b)
Limitation on authority
The authority of the Interagency Hostage Recovery Coordinator shall be limited to countries that are state sponsors of terrorism and areas designated as hazardous for which hostile fire and imminent danger pay are payable to members of the Armed Forces for duty performed in such area.
(c)
Quarterly report
(1)
In general
On a quarterly basis, the Coordinator shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees and the members of Congress described in paragraph (2) a report that includes a summary of each hostage situation described in subsection (a)(1) and efforts to secure the release of all hostages in such hostage situation.
(2)
Members of Congress described
The members of Congress described in this subparagraph are, with respect to a United States person hostage covered by a report under paragraph (1), the Senators representing the State, and the Member, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner of the House of Representatives representing the district, where a hostage described in subjection (a)(1) resides.
(3)
Form of report
Each report under this subsection may be submitted in classified or unclassified form.
(d)
Rule of construction
Nothing in this section shall be construed as authorizing the Federal Government to negotiate with a state sponsor of terrorism or an organization that the Secretary of State has designated as a foreign terrorist organization pursuant to section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1189).
(e)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Coordinator
The term Coordinator means the Interagency Hostage Recovery Coordinator designated under subsection (a).
(2)
Hostile group
The term hostile group means—
(A) a group that is designated as a foreign terrorist organization under section 219(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1189(a));
(B) a group that is engaged in armed conflict with the United States; or
(C) any other group that the President determines to be a hostile group for purposes of this paragraph.
(3)
State sponsor of terrorism
The term state sponsor of terrorism—
(A) means a country the government of which the Secretary of State has determined, for purposes of section 6(j) of the Export Administration Act of 1979, section 620A of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, section 40 of the Arms Export Control Act, or any other provision of law, to be a government that has repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism; and
(B) includes North Korea.
1093.
Situations involving bombings of places of public use, Government facilities, public transportation systems, and infrastructure facilities
(a)
In general
Chapter 18 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
383.
Situations involving bombings of places of public use, Government facilities, public transportation systems, and infrastructure facilities
(a)
In general
The direct participation of members of the Armed Forces assigned to explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) units providing support to civilian law enforcement agencies does not involve search, seizure, arrest or other similar activity. Upon the request of the Attorney General, the Secretary of Defense may provide such assistance in Department of Justice activities related to the enforcement of section 2332f of title 18 during situations involving bombings of places of public use, Government facilities, public transportation systems, and infrastructure facilities.
(b)
Mutual aid agreement
The Secretary of Defense, through mutual aid agreement with the Attorney General shall, in the interest of public safety, waive reimbursement on military EOD support of Department of Justice activities related to the enforcement of section 2332f of title 18 for situations involving bombings of places of public use, Government facilities, public transportation systems, and infrastructure facilities.
(c)
Rendering-safe support
Military EOD units providing rendering-safe support to Department of Justice activities relating to the enforcement of section 175, 229, or 2332a of title 18 emergency situations involving weapons of mass destruction shall be consistent with the provisions of section 382 of this title.
(d)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term explosive ordnance—
(A) means—
(i) bombs and warheads;
(ii) guided and ballistic missiles;
(iii) artillery, mortar, rocket, and small arms ammunition;
(iv) all mines, torpedoes, and depth charges;
(v) grenades demolition charges;
(vi) pyrotechnics;
(vii) clusters and dispensers;
(viii) cartridge- and propellant– actuated devices;
(ix) electroexplosives devices;
(x) clandestine and improvised explosive devices (IEDs); and
(xi) all similar or related items or components explosive in nature; and
(B) includes all munitions containing explosives, propellants, nuclear fission or fusion materials, and biological and chemical agents.
(2) The term explosive ordnance disposal procedures means those particular courses or modes of action for access to, recovery, rendering–safe, and final disposal of explosive ordnance or any hazardous material associated with an EOD incident, including—
(A) access procedures;
(B) recovery procedures;
(C) render-safe procedures; and
(D) final disposal procedures.
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by adding at the end the following new item:
383. Situations involving bombings of places of public use, Government facilities, public transportation systems, and infrastructure facilities.
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1094.
Sense of Congress regarding technical correction
It is the sense of Congress that a technical correction to the Carl Levin and Howard P. Buck McKeon National Defense Authorization Act of Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3881) should be enacted in order to expeditiously carry out the intent of such section 3095.
1095.
Observance of Veterans Day
(a)
Two minutes of silence
Chapter 1 of title 36, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
145.
Veterans Day
The President shall issue each year a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe two minutes of silence on Veterans Day in honor of the service and sacrifice of veterans throughout the history of the Nation, beginning at—
(1) 3:11 pm Atlantic standard time;
(2) 2:11 pm eastern standard time;
(3) 1:11 pm central standard time;
(4) 12:11 pm mountain standard time;
(5) 11:11 am Pacific standard time;
(6) 10:11 am Alaska standard time; and
(7) 9:11 am Hawaii-Aleutian standard time.
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections for chapter 1 of title 36, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new item:
145. Veterans Day.
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1096.
Business case analysis of decision to maintain C130J aircraft at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force shall conduct a business case analysis of the decision to maintain 10 C-130J aircraft at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. Such analysis shall include consideration of—
(1) any efficiencies or cost savings that would be achieved by transferring such aircraft to Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas;
(2) any effects of such decision on the operation of the air mobility command; and
(3) the short-term and long-term costs of maintaining such aircraft at Keesler Air Force Base.
1097.
Sense of Congress regarding cyber resiliency of National Guard networks and communications systems
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) National Guard personnel need to have situational awareness and reliable communications in the event of an emergency, terrorist attack, or natural or man-made disaster;
(2) in the event of such an emergency, attack, or disaster, the ability of the National Guard personnel to communicate and coordinate response is vital;
(3) current communications and networking systems for the National Guard, including commercial wireless solutions, such as mobile wireless kinetic mesh and other systems that are interoperable with the systems of civilian first responders, should provide the necessary robustness, interoperability, reliability, and resilience to extend needed situational awareness and communications to all users and under all operating conditions, including in degraded communications environments where infrastructure is damaged, destroyed, or under cyber attack or disruption; and
(4) the National Guard should be constantly seeking ways to improve and expand its communications and networking capabilities to provide for enhanced performance and resilience in the face of cyber attacks or disruptions, as well as other instances of degradation.
1098.
Sense of congress on paid-for patriotism
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) while recruitment and advertising in support of the Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserves, is appropriate, the taxpayer should not have to pay any organization to honor the service of members of the Armed Forces;
(2) instead of being paid by the Department of Defense to honor the service of members of the Armed Forces, these organizations should be motivated by patriotism to honor the service of members of the Armed Forces out of their own free will; and
(3) any funds that the Department of Defense would have used for purposes described in paragraph (1) should be redirected toward post-traumatic stress disorder research and treatment for members of the Armed Forces.
XI
Civilian Personnel Matters
1101.
One-year extension of temporary authority to grant allowances, benefits, and gratuities to civilian personnel on official duty in a combat zone
Paragraph (2) of section 1603(a) of the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Hurricane Recovery, 2006 (Public Law 109–234; 120 Stat. 443), as added by section 1102 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 122 Stat. 4616) and as most recently amended by section 1102 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3525), is further amended by striking 2016 and inserting 2017.
1102.
Authority to provide additional allowances and benefits for defense clandestine service employees
Section 1603 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:
(c)
Additional allowances and benefits for employees of the defense clandestine service
In addition to the authority to provide compensation under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense may provide an employee in a defense intelligence position who is assigned to the Defense Clandestine Service allowances and benefits under paragraph (1) of section 9904 of title 5 without regard to the limitations in that section—
(1) that the employee be assigned to activities outside the United States; or
(2) that the activities to which the employee is assigned be in support of Department of Defense activities abroad.
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1103.
Extension of rate of overtime pay for Department of the Navy employees performing work aboard or dockside in support of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier forward deployed in Japan
Section 5542(a)(6)(B) of title 5, United States Code, is amended by striking September 30, 2015 and inserting September 30, 2017.
1104.
Modification to temporary authorities for certain positions at Department of Defense research and engineering facilities
Section 1107 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 888) is amended—
(1) in subsection (a), by adding at the end the following:
(4)
Noncompetitive conversion to permanent appointment
With respect to any student appointed by the director of an STRL under paragraph (3) to an indefinite or term appointment, upon graduation from the applicable institution of higher education (as defined in such paragraph), the director may noncompetitively convert such student to a permanent appointment within the STRL without regard to the provisions of subchapter I of chapter 33 of title 5, United States Code (other than sections 3303 and 3328 of such title), provided the student meets all eligibility and Office of Personnel Management qualification requirements for the position.
;
(2) in subsection (c)(1), by striking 3 percent and inserting 6 percent;
(3) in subsection (c)(2), by striking 1 percent and inserting 3 percent; and
(4) in subsection (f)(2), by striking 1 percent and inserting 2 percent.
1105.
Preference eligibility for members of reserve components of the armed forces appointed to competitive service; clarification of appeal rights
(a)
Preference eligibility
Section 2108 of title 5, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in paragraph (3)—
(A) in subparagraph (G)(iii), by striking and at the end;
(B) by inserting the following after subparagraph (H):
(I) an individual who is a member of a reserve component of the armed forces:
(i) who has—
(I) successfully completed officer candidate training or entry level and skill training; and
(II) incurred, or is performing, an initial period of obligated service in a reserve component of the armed forces of not less than 6 consecutive years; or
(ii) who has completed at least 10 years of service in a reserve component of the armed forces in each of which the individual was credited with at least 50 points under section 12732 of title 10 toward the computation of years of service under section 12732 of title 10 for purposes of eligibility for retired pay under chapter 1223 of title 10; and
(J) an individual who is—
(i) retired from service in a reserve component of the armed forces; and
(ii) eligible for, but has not yet commenced receipt of, retired pay for non-regular service under chapter 1223 of title 10;
;
(2) in paragraph (4)—
(A) in subparagraph (A), by striking or at the end;
(B) in subparagraph (B), by striking and at the end and inserting or; and
(C) by adding at the end the following:
(C) the individual is a retiree described in paragraph (3)(J);
;
(3) in paragraph (5) by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and
(4) by adding at the end the following:
(6) entry level and skill training has the meaning given that term in section 3301(2) of title 38; and
(7) reserve component of the armed forces means a reserve component specified in section 101(27) of title 38.
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(b)
Tiered hiring preference for members of reserve components of the armed forces
Section 3309 of title 5, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking and at the end; and
(2) by striking paragraph (2) and inserting the following:
(2) a preference eligible under subparagraph (A), (B), or (J) of section 2108(3) of this title-5 points;
(3) a preference eligible under section 2108(3)(I)(ii) of this title-4 points; and
(4) a preference eligible under section 2108(3)(I)(i) of this title-3 points.
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(c)
Clarification of appeal rights
(1)
In general
Section 3330a of title 5, United States Code, is amended—
(A) in subsection (a)(1)(A), by inserting , including a preference eligible appointed pursuant to section 7401 of title 38 or otherwise employed by the Veterans Health Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs, after A preference eligible; and
(B) in subsection (d)(1), by inserting , including a complaint so filed by a preference eligible appointed pursuant to section 7401 of title 38 or otherwise employed by the Veterans Health Administration, after If the Secretary of Labor is unable to resolve a complaint under subsection (a).
(2)
Coordination rule
Section 3330a of title 5, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(f) If any part of this section is deemed to be inconsistent with any provision of chapter 74 of title 38, this section shall be deemed to supersede, override or otherwise modify such provision of chapter 74 of title 38.
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XII
Matters relating to foreign nations
A
Assistance and training
1201.
One-year extension of logistical support for coalition forces supporting certain United States military operations
Section 1234 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 122 Stat. 394), as most recently amended by section 1223(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3548), is further amended—
(1) in subsection (a), by striking fiscal year 2015 and inserting fiscal year 2016;
(2) in subsection (d), by striking during the period beginning on October 1, 2014, and ending on December 31, 2015 and inserting during the period beginning on October 1, 2015, and ending on December 31, 2016; and
(3) in subsection (e)(1), by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016.
1202.
Strategic framework for Department of Defense security cooperation
(a)
Strategic framework
(1)
In general
The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, shall develop a strategic framework for Department of Defense security cooperation to guide prioritization of resources and activities.
(2)
Elements
The strategic framework required by paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) Discussion of the strategic goals of Department of Defense security cooperation programs, and the extent to which these programs complement Department of State security assistance programs to achieve United States Government goals globally, regionally, and, if appropriate, within specific programs.
(B) Identification of the primary objectives, priorities, and desired end-states of Department of Defense security cooperation programs.
(C) Identification of challenges to achieving the primary objectives, priorities, and desired end-states identified under subparagraph (B), including—
(i) constraints on Department of Defense resources, authorities, and personnel;
(ii) partner nation variables, such as political will, absorptive capacity, corruption, and instability risk;
(iii) constraints or limitations due to bureaucratic impediments, interagency processes, or congressional requirements;
(iv) validation of requirements; and
(v) assessment, monitoring, and evaluation.
(D) A methodology for assessing the effectiveness of Department of Defense security cooperation programs in making progress toward achieving the primary objectives, priorities, and desired end-states identified under subparagraph (B), including an identification of key benchmarks for such progress and the implications of failing to achieve such primary objectives, priorities, and desired end-states.
(E) An analysis of overlap, duplication, or gaps among Department of Defense security cooperation authorities and how these authorities complement or overlap with Department of State security assistance authorities.
(F) Any other matters the Secretary of Defense determines appropriate.
(b)
Report
(1)
In general
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the strategic framework required by subsection (a).
(2)
Form
The report required by paragraph (1) shall be submitted in an unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
(3)
Definition
In this subsection, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
1203.
Modification and two-year extension of National Guard State Partnership Program
(a)
Authority
Subsection (a)(1) of section 1205 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 897; 32 U.S.C. 107 note) is amended by adding at the end before the period the following: to support the national interests and security cooperation goals and objectives of the United States, including applicable policy and guidelines for United States security sector assistance.
(b)
Limitation
Subsection (b) of such section is amended by inserting that is not after an activity that the Secretary of Defense determines is a matter.
(c)
Procedures
Such section, as so amended, is further amended—
(1) by redesignating subsections (c) through (i) as subsections (d) through (j), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after subsection (b) the following:
(c)
Procedures
(1)
In general
The Chief of the National Guard Bureau shall—
(A) establish, maintain, and update as appropriate a list of core competencies to support each program established under subsection (a), collectively and for each State and territory, and shall submit for approval to the Secretary of Defense the list of core competencies and additional information needed to make use of such core competencies; and
(B) designate a director for each State and territory who shall be responsible for the conduct of activities under a program established under subsection (a) for such State or territory and reporting on activities under the program.
(2)
Military-to-civilian core competencies
The Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, may conduct an activity under a program established under subsection (a) relating to military-to-civilian core competencies.
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(d)
National Guard State Partnership Program Fund
Subsection (e) of such section (as redesignated) is amended by adding at the end the following:
(3)
National Guard State Partnership Program Fund
(A)
Establishment
(i)
In general
Except as provided in clause (ii), the Secretary of Defense shall establish on the books of the Department of Defense a National Guard State Partnership Program Fund.
(ii)
Exception
The Secretary is not required to establish a Fund under clause (i) if, not later than February 1, 2016, the Secretary determines and reports to the appropriate congressional committees (as defined in subsection (h)(1)) that in the opinion of the Secretary such a Fund should be established on the books of the Department of the Treasury.
(B)
Criteria
In administering the Fund established under subparagraph (A)(i), the Secretary shall, to the extent the Secretary determines it to be appropriate, provide for the following amounts to be credited to the Fund:
(i) Amounts authorized and appropriated to carry out the program under this section.
(ii) Amounts that the Secretary of Defense transfers, in such amounts as provided in appropriations Acts, to the Fund from amounts authorized and appropriated to the Department of Defense, including amounts authorized to be appropriated for the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard.
(C)
Inclusion in annual budget
The President shall include the Fund established under subparagraph (A)(i) or such a Fund established on the books of the Department of the Treasury in the budget that the President submits to Congress under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code for each fiscal year in which the authority under subsection (a) is in effect.
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(e)
Annual report
Paragraph (2)(B) of subsection (f) of such section (as redesignated) is amended—
(1) in clause (iii), by inserting or other government organizations after and security forces;
(2) in clause (iv), by adding at the end before the period the following: and country;
(3) in clause (v), by striking training and inserting activities; and
(4) by adding at the end the following:
(vi) An assessment of the extent to which the activities conducted during the previous year met the objectives described in clause (v).
(vii) The list of core competencies required by subsection (c)(1) and any update to any changes to the list of core competencies required by subsection (c)(1).
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(f)
Definitions
Subsection (h) of such section (as redesignated) is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1), by striking subparagraphs (A) and (B) and inserting the following:
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
;
(2) by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3);
(3) by inserting after paragraph (1) (as amended) the following:
(2)
Core competencies
The term “core competencies” means military-to-military and military-to-civilian skills and capabilities of the National Guard, consistent with the roles and missions of the Armed Forces as established by the Secretary of Defense.
; and
(4) by adding at the end the following:
(4)
State
The term State means each of the several States and the District of Columbia.
(5)
Territory
The term territory means the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Virgin Islands.
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(g)
Termination
Section 1205(i) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 899; 32 U.S.C. 107 note) is amended by striking September 30, 2016 and inserting September 30, 2018.
1204.
Extension of authority for non-reciprocal exchanges of defense personnel between the United States and foreign countries
Section 1207(f) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2514; 10 U.S.C. 168 note), as amended by section 1202 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1980), is further amended by striking September 30, 2016 and inserting December 31, 2017.
1205.
Monitoring and evaluation of overseas humanitarian, disaster, and civic aid programs of the Department of Defense
(a)
In general
Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated by this Act to carry out sections 401, 402, 404, 407, 2557, and 2561 of title 10, United States Code, up to 5 percent of such amounts may be made available to conduct monitoring and evaluation of programs conducted pursuant to such authorities during fiscal year 2016.
(b)
Briefing
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall provide a briefing to the appropriate congressional committees on mechanisms to evaluate the programs conducted pursuant to the authorities listed in subsection (a). The briefing shall include the following:
(1) A description of how the Department of Defense evaluates program and project outcomes and impact, including cost effectiveness and extent to which programs meet designated goals.
(2) An analysis of steps taken to implement the recommendations from the following reports:
(A) The Government Accountability Office’s Report entitled Project Evaluations and Better Information Sharing Needed to Manage the Military’s Efforts.
(B) The Department of Defense Inspector General Report numbered DODIG–2012–119.
(C) The RAND Corporation’s Report prepared for the Office of the Secretary of Defense entitled Developing a Prototype Handbook for Monitoring and Evaluating Department of Defense Humanitarian Assistance Projects.
(c)
Definition
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means the following:
(1) The congressional defense committees.
(2) The Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate.
B
Matters relating to Afghanistan and Pakistan
1211.
Commanders’ Emergency Response Program in Afghanistan
(a)
One-Year extension
Section 1201 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1619), as most recently amended by section 1221 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3546), is further amended by striking fiscal year 2015 each place it appears and inserting fiscal year 2016.
(b)
Funds available during fiscal year 2016
Subsection (a) of such section, as so amended, is further amended by striking $10,000,000 and inserting $5,000,000 .
1212.
Extension and modification of authority for reimbursement of certain coalition nations for support provided to United States military operations
(a)
Extension
Subsection (a) of section 1233 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 122 Stat. 393), as most recently amended by section 1222 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3547), is further amended by striking fiscal year 2015 and inserting fiscal year 2016.
(b)
Limitation on amounts available
Subsection (d)(1) of such section, as so amended, is further amended—
(1) in the second sentence, by striking during fiscal year 2015 may not exceed $1,200,000,000 and inserting during fiscal year 2016 may not exceed $1,260,000,000; and
(2) in the third sentence, by striking fiscal year 2015 and inserting fiscal year 2016.
(c)
Extension of notice requirement relating to reimbursement of Pakistan for support provided by Pakistan
Section 1232(b)(6) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (122 Stat. 393), as most recently amended by section 1222(d) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (128 Stat. 3548), is further amended by striking September 30, 2015 and inserting September 30, 2016.
(d)
Extension of limitation on reimbursement of Pakistan pending certification on Pakistan
Section 1227(d)(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2001), as most recently amended by section 1222(e) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (128 Stat. 3548), is further amended by striking fiscal year 2015 and inserting fiscal year 2016.
(e)
Additional limitation on reimbursement of Pakistan pending certification on Pakistan
Of the total amount of reimbursements and support authorized for Pakistan during fiscal year 2016 pursuant to the third sentence of section 1233(d)(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (as amended by subsection (b)(2)), $400,000,000 shall not be eligible for the waiver under section 1227(d)(2) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (126 Stat. 2001) unless the Secretary of Defense certifies to the congressional defense committees that—
(1) Pakistan continues to conduct military operations in North Waziristan to disrupt the safe haven and freedom of movement of the Haqqani Network in Pakistan;
(2) Pakistan has prevented the Haqqani Network from using North Waziristan as a safe haven; and
(3) the Government of Pakistan actively coordinates with the Government of Afghanistan to restrict the movement of militants, such as the Haqqani Network, along the Afghanistan-Pakistan border.
1213.
Sense of Congress on United States policy and strategy in Afghanistan
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the United States continues to have vital national security interests in ensuring that Afghanistan is a stable, sovereign country;
(2) President Ashraf Ghani of Afghanistan should be applauded for his leadership and commitment to ensuring that Afghanistan remains stable, secure, and a friend of the United States;
(3) the decision by the President of the United States to maintain 9,800 United States troops in Afghanistan through all of 2015 to train, advise, and assist and conduct counterterrorism missions in Afghanistan is the appropriate approach, is consistent with United States national security interests, and should be supported by Congress;
(4) the President should withdraw United States troops only on a pace that is consistent with the ability of the Afghan National Security Forces to sustain itself and secure Afghanistan and should review maintaining the United States advisory mission in Afghanistan beyond 2016;
(5) the United States should provide monetary and advisory support for the 352,000 Afghan National Security Forces personnel and 30,000 Afghan Local Police, including intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance support, through 2018 while also maintaining a focus on the protection of human rights;
(6) the Afghan National Security Forces should have the independent capability to prevent groups such as al-Qaeda, the Haqqani Network, the Quetta Shura Taliban, and other terrorist and insurgent groups from being able to conduct de-stabilizing attacks and military operations inside Afghanistan or against the United States and its allies and holding or governing territory; and
(7) the United States should continue to vigorously conduct counterterrorism operations in Afghanistan beyond 2016, including against the Haqqani Network, to preserve the vital national security interests of the United States.
1214.
Extension of authority to acquire products and services produced in countries along a major route of supply to Afghanistan
Section 801(f) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2399), as most recently amended by section 832 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 814), is further amended by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016.
1215.
Extension of authority to transfer defense articles and provide defense services to the military and security forces of Afghanistan
(a)
Extension
Subsection (h) of section 1222 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1992), as amended by section 1231 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3556), is further amended by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016.
(b)
Quarterly reports
Subsection (f)(1) of such section, as so amended, is further amended by striking March 31, 2016 and inserting March 31, 2017.
(c)
Excess defense articles
Subsection (i)(2) of such section, as so amended, is further amended by striking and 2015 each place it appears and inserting , 2015, and 2016.
1216.
Assistance for Afghan translators, interpreters, and administrative aids
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that it is in the interest of the United States to continue to assist Afghan partners, and their immediate families, who have served as translators or interpreters and those who have performed sensitive and trusted activities for United States forces.
(b)
Special immigrant status for certain Afghans
Section 602(b) of the Afghan Allies Protection Act of 2009 (8 U.S.C. 1101 note) is amended—
(1) in paragraph (2)(A)(ii)(II), by striking International Security Assistance Force each place such term appears and inserting International Security Assistance Force, the Resolute Support Mission, or any successor organization;
(2) in paragraph (3)(F)(i), by striking September 30, 2015; and inserting December 31, 2015;; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:
(15)
Additional report
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this paragraph, and every 2 years thereafter, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State jointly shall submit a report to the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate containing the following:
(A) The number of citizens or nationals of Afghanistan employed in Afghanistan by, or on behalf of, entities or organizations described in paragraph (2)(A)(ii).
(B) A prediction of the number of such individuals who will be so employed on the date that is 2 years after the date used for the count under subparagraph (A).
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1217.
Report on efforts to engage United States manufacturers in procurement opportunities related to equipping the Afghan National Security Forces
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State shall submit to Congress a report on efforts of the Secretaries to engage United States manufacturers in procurement opportunities related to equipping the Afghan National Security Forces.
1218.
Report on access to financial records of the Government of Afghanistan to audit the use of funds for assistance for Afghanistan
Not later than December 31, 2016, the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction shall submit to Congress a report on the extent to which the Office of the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction has adequate access to financial records of the Government of Afghanistan to audit the use of funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for assistance for Afghanistan.
1219.
Sense of Congress relating to Dr. Shakil Afridi
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The attacks of September 11, 2001, killed approximately 3,000 people, most of whom were Americans, but also included hundreds of individuals with foreign citizenships, nearly 350 New York Fire Department personnel, and about 50 law enforcement officers.
(2) Downed United Airlines flight 93 was reportedly intended, under the control of the al-Qaeda high-jackers, to crash into the White House or the Capitol in an attempt to kill the President of the United States or Members of the United States Congress.
(3) The September 11, 2001, attacks were largely planned and carried out by the al-Qaeda terrorist network led by Osama bin Laden and his deputy Ayman al Zawahiri, after which Osama bin Laden enjoyed safe haven in Pakistan from where he continued to plot deadly attacks against the United States and the world.
(4) The United States has obligated nearly $30 billion between 2002 and 2014 in United States taxpayer money for security and economic aid to Pakistan.
(5) The United States very generously and swiftly responded to the 2005 Kashmir Earthquake in Pakistan with more than $200 million in emergency aid and the support of several United States military aircraft, approximately 1,000 United States military personnel, including medical specialists, thousands of tents, blankets, water containers and a variety of other emergency equipment.
(6) The United States again generously and swiftly contributed approximately $150 million in emergency aid to Pakistan following the 2010 Pakistan flood, in addition to the service of nearly twenty United States military helicopters, their flight crews, and other resources to assist the Pakistan Army’s relief efforts.
(7) The United States continues to work tirelessly to support Pakistan’s economic development, including millions of dollars allocated towards the development of Pakistan’s energy infrastructure, health services and education system.
(8) The United States and Pakistan continue to have many critical shared interests, both economic and security related, which could be the foundation for a positive and mutually beneficial partnership.
(9) Dr. Shakil Afridi, a Pakistani physician, is a hero to whom the people of the United States, Pakistan and the world owe a debt of gratitude for his help in finally locating Osama bin Laden before more innocent American, Pakistani and other lives were lost to this terrorist leader.
(10) Pakistan, the United States and the international community had failed for nearly 10 years following attacks of September 11, 2001, to locate and bring Osama bin Laden, who continued to kill innocent civilians in the Middle East, Asia, Europe, Africa and the United States, to justice without the help of Dr. Afridi.
(11) The Government of Pakistan’s imprisonment of Dr. Afridi presents a serious and growing impediment to the United States’ bilateral relations with Pakistan.
(12) The Government of Pakistan has leveled and allowed baseless charges against Dr. Afridi in a politically motivated, spurious legal process.
(13) Dr. Afridi is currently imprisoned by the Government of Pakistan, a deplorable and unconscionable situation which calls into question Pakistan’s actual commitment to countering terrorism and undermines the notion that Pakistan is a true ally in the struggle against terrorism.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that Dr. Shakil Afridi is an international hero and that the Government of Pakistan should release him immediately from prison.
C
Matters relating to Syria and Iraq
1221.
Extension of authority to support operations and activities of the Office of Security Cooperation in Iraq
(a)
Extension of authority
Subsection (f)(1) of section 1215 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 10 U.S.C. 113 note), as most recently amended by section 1237 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3562), is further amended by striking fiscal year 2015 and inserting fiscal year 2016.
(b)
Amount available
Such section, as so amended, is further amended—
(1) in subsection (c), by striking fiscal year 2015 and all that follows and inserting fiscal year 2016 may not exceed $143,000,000.; and
(2) in subsection (d), by striking fiscal year 2015 and inserting fiscal year 2016.
(c)
Report
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State shall submit to the congressional defense committees, the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives a report on the activities of the Office of Security Cooperation in Iraq. The report shall include the following:
(1) A description of how the programs of the Office of Security Cooperation in Iraq, in conjunction with other United States programs, such as Foreign Military Financing program and the Foreign Military Sales program, will address the capability gaps of the Iraqi Security Forces and coordinate activities to provide for the training and equipping of the Iraqi Security Forces.
(2) A description of constraints, if any, caused by the operational environment in Iraq on the ability of the Office of Security Cooperation in Iraq to carry out its mission.
1222.
Comprehensive strategy for the Middle East and to counter Islamic extremism
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) In testimony before the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives, General Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff stated, The global security environment is as uncertain as I have seen in my 40 years of service..
(2) In testimony before the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, the Director of National Intelligence, James Clapper, stated: Sunni violent extremists are gaining momentum and the number of Sunni violent extremist groups, members, and safe havens is greater than at any other point in history..
(3) In testimony to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives, Lieutenant General Michael Flynn, former Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency stated, …whether it be the number of violent Islamist groups, the territory which they control, the scale and scope of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) and associated movements, the number of terrorist attacks they perpetrate, the numbers of causalities they inflict, their broad expansion and use of the internet, or just their sheer barbarism; I can draw no other conclusion than to say that the threat of Islamic extremism has reached an unacceptable level and that it is growing..
(4) In testimony before the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, James Clapper, the Director of National Intelligence, stated the following:
(A) When the final counting is done, 2014 will have been the most lethal year for global terrorism in the 45 years such data has been compiled . . . about half of all attacks, as well as fatalities, in 2014 occurred in just three countries: Iraq, Pakistan and Afghanistan . . . the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) conducted more attacks than any other terrorist group in the first nine months of 2014..
(B) Since the conflict began, more than 20,000 Sunni foreign fighters have traveled to Syria from more than 90 countries to fight the Assad regime . . . of that number, at least 13,600 have extremist ties..
(C) More than 3,400 Western fighters have gone to Syria and Iraq. Hundreds have returned home to Europe..
(D) About 180 Americans or so have been involved in various stages of travel to Syria . . . and some number have come back..
(E) ISIL, al-Qaeda and al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), and, most recently, al-Shabaab are calling on their supporters to conduct lone-wolf attacks against the United States and other Western countries. Of the 13 attacks in the West since last May, 12 were conducted by individual extremists..
(5) AQAP continues to be one of al-Qaeda’s most capable affiliates, has the intent and capability to attack the United States and its allies, and attempted attacks inside the United States on December 25, 2009, and October 27, 2010.
(6) Iran has been a Department of State-designated state sponsor of terrorism since January 19, 1984, and continues to sponsor and support terrorism throughout the Middle East region and around the world.
(7) In testimony before the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, former Vice Chief of Staff of the Army, General Jack Keane (retired), stated, Is it possible to . . . claim that the United States policy and strategy is working or that al-Qaeda is on the run? It is unmistakable that our policies have failed . . . And the unequivocal explanation is U.S. policy has focused on disengaging from the Middle East..
(8) In testimony before the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, former commander of United States Central Command, General James Mattis (retired), stated, We have lived too long in a strategy-free mode . . . America needs a refreshed national strategy . . . And our Nation’s strategy demands a comprehensive approach..
(b)
Sense of congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) Islamic extremism is growing in the Middle East and elsewhere;
(2) Iran continues to be a leading state sponsor of terrorism in the Middle East and across the globe and continues to actively work against United States interests;
(3) the threat of terrorist attacks in the United States and threats against United States interests have increased due to the growth of Islamic extremism, the proliferation of terrorist groups across the world, and the instability in the Middle East in countries such as Libya, Yemen, Iraq, and Syria;
(4) the approach of Building Partnership Capacity (BPC) and conducting limited counterterrorism operations has had some positive effects in some locations, but has not prevented the proliferation and violence of terrorist groups or instability in the Middle East;
(5) the United States should articulate, develop, and implement an effective strategy to work with its allies and partners to defeat Islamic extremist groups that threaten the interests of the Unites States and its allies;
(6) the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with Secretary of State, shall continue to pursue efforts to shut down ISIL’s illicit oil revenues;
(7) support for United States allies and partners in the Middle East is a critical component of the effort to prevent the spread of Islamic extremism;
(8) other actors, such as Russia, China, and Iran are trying to work against United States interests in the Middle East;
(9) the United States should take a greater leadership role in fighting Islamic extremism and supporting stability in the Middle East to include coordinating actions of United States allies and partners in the region;
(10) the United States plays a vital leadership role in coordinating the activities of the United States and its allies and partners and should seek opportunities to expand such cooperation to contribute to greater stability in the Middle East;
(11) the United States should continue to take steps to prevent the spread of malign Iranian influence in Iraq, Syria, Yemen, and the region;
(12) the United States remains an indispensable actor in the Middle East, and the President should ensure that United States Armed Forces remain forward postured in the region to deter adversaries, fight threats to the United States and its interests, and support United States allies and partners in the region.
(c)
Strategy required
(1)
In general
Not later than February 15, 2016, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State shall submit to the specified congressional committees a comprehensive strategy for the Middle East and to counter Islamic extremism.
(2)
Matters to be included
The strategy required by paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) A detailed description of the objectives and end state for the United States in the Middle East and with respect to Islamic extremism.
(B) A description of the roles and responsibilities of the Department of State in such strategy.
(C) A description of the roles and responsibilities of the Department of Defense in such strategy.
(D) A detailed description of actions to prevent the weakening and failing of states in the Middle East.
(E) A detailed description of actions to counter Islamic extremism, including Islamic ideology, strategy, and tactics globally.
(F) A detailed description of the resources required by the Secretary of Defense to counter ISIL’s illicit oil revenues
(G) A detailed definition of those states and non-state actors the United States will address to counter Islamic extremism.
(H) A detailed description of actions to establish a coalition to carry out the strategy.
(I) An assessment of United States’ efforts to disrupt and prevent foreign fighters traveling to Syria and Iraq and disrupt and prevent foreign fighters in Syria and Iraq traveling to the United States.
(3)
Specified congressional committees
In the section, the term specified congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
1223.
Modification of authority to provide assistance to counter the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant
(a)
Quarterly progress report
Subsection (d) of section 1236 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3561) is amended by striking 30 days and inserting 90 days.
(b)
Funding
Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated in this Act for Overseas Contingency Operations in title XV for fiscal year 2016, there are authorized to be appropriated $715,000,000 to carry out such section.
(c)
Waiver authority
Subsection (j)(1)(B) of such section is amended—
(1) by striking the following: and all that follows through Any provision of law and inserting any provision of law; and
(2) by striking clause (ii).
(d)
Requirements relating to assistance for fiscal year 2016
Such section, as so amended, is further amended by adding at the end the following:
(l)
Requirements relating to assistance for fiscal year 2016
(1)
Assessment
(A)
In general
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this subsection, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State shall jointly submit to the appropriate congressional committees an assessment of the extent to which the Government of Iraq is meeting the conditions described in subparagraph (B).
(B)
Conditions
The conditions described in this subparagraph are that the Government of Iraq—
(i) is addressing the grievances of ethnic and sectarian minorities;
(ii) is increasing political inclusiveness;
(iii) is conducting efforts sufficient to reduce support for the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant and improve stability in Iraq;
(iv) is legislating the Iraqi Sunni National Guard;
(v) is ensuring that minorities are represented in adequate numbers, trained, and equipped in government security organizations;
(vi) is ending support to Shia militias and stopping abuses of elements of the Iraqi population by such militias;
(vii) is ensuring that supplies, equipment, and weaponry supplied by the United States are appropriately distributed to security forces with a national security mission in Iraq, including the Kurdish Peshmerga, Sunni tribal security forces with a national security mission, and the Iraqi Sunni National Guard;
(viii) is releasing prisoners from ethnic or sectarian minorities who have been arrested and held without trial or to charge and try such prisoners in a fair, transparent, and prompt manner; and
(ix) is taking such other actions as the Secretaries consider appropriate.
(C)
Update
The Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State may submit an update of the assessment required under subparagraph (A) to the extent necessary.
(D)
Submission
The assessment required under subparagraph (A) and the update of the assessment authorized under subparagraph (C) may be submitted as part of the quarterly report required under subsection (d).
(2)
Restriction on direct assistance to Government of Iraq
If the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State do not submit the assessment required by paragraph (1) or if the Secretaries submit the assessment required by paragraph (1) but the assessment indicates that the Government of Iraq has not substantially achieved the conditions contained in the assessment, the Secretaries shall withhold the provision of assistance pursuant to subsection (a) directly to the Government of Iraq for fiscal year 2016 until such time as the Secretaries submit an update of the assessment that indicates that the Government of Iraq has substantially achieved the conditions contained in the assessment.
(3)
Direct assistance to certain covered groups
(A)
In general
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated under this section for fiscal year 2016, not less than 25 percent of such funds shall be obligated and expended for assistance directly to the groups described in subparagraph (E) (of which not less than 12.5 percent of such funds shall be obligated and expended for assistance directly to the group described in clause (i) of such subparagraph).
(B)
Additional direct assistance
If the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State withhold the provision of assistance pursuant to subsection (a) directly to the Government of Iraq for fiscal year 2016 in accordance with paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Secretaries shall obligate and expend not less than an additional 60 percent of all unobligated funds authorized to be appropriated under this section for fiscal year 2016 for assistance directly to the groups described in subparagraph (E).
(C)
Cost-sharing requirement inapplicable
The cost-sharing requirement of subsection (k) shall not apply with respect to funds that are obligated or expended for assistance directly to the groups described in subparagraph (E).
(D)
Rule of construction
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the groups described in subparagraph (E) shall each be deemed to meet the eligibility requirements of section 3 of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2753) and chapter 2 of part II of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2311 et seq.).
(E)
Covered groups
The groups described in this subparagraph are—
(i) the Kurdish Peshmerga;
(ii) Sunni tribal security forces with a national security mission; and
(iii) the Iraqi Sunni National Guard.
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1224.
Report on United States Armed Forces deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) it should continue to be a top priority to provide United States Armed Forces deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve with the necessary force protection and combat search and rescue support;
(2) United States military personnel who are tasked with the mission of providing combat search and rescue support, casualty evacuation, and medical support for Operation Inherent Resolve should not be counted as part of any limitation on the number of United States ground forces for Operation Inherent Resolve;
(3) military assets required to support United States Armed Forces deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve should be staged as forward as possible and as proximate to such United States Armed Forces as practicable given the operating environment and also should not be subject to any limitation on the number of United States ground forces for Operation Inherent Resolve; and
(4) the President, the Secretary of Defense, and military commanders on the ground in support of Operation Inherent Resolve should continuously evaluate the force protection and combat search and rescue support requirements, and the associated measures that are being taken to support such requirements, in order to ensure that such requirements and associated measures are sufficient given the operating environment and optimally postured.
(b)
Report required
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on United States Armed Forces deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
(c)
Matters to be included
The report shall include the following:
(1) The total number of members of the United States Armed Forces deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve for the most recent month for which data is available, delineated by service, component, country, and military task.
(2) The total number of members of the United States Armed Forces conducting force protection and combat search and rescue, delineated by country, location in such country, and capability.
(3) An estimate for the three-month period following the date on which the report is submitted of the total number of members of the United States Armed Forces expected to be deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, delineated by service, component, country, and military task.
(4) A description of the authorities and limitations on the number of United States Armed Forces deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
(5) A description of military functions that are and are not subject to the authorities and limitations described in paragraph (3).
(6) Any changes to the authorities and limitations described in paragraph (3) and the rationale for such changes.
(7) Any changes to United States policy and authorities for United States Armed Forces deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
(8) Any other matters that the Secretary of Defense determines to be necessary.
(d)
Sunset
The requirement to submit reports under this section shall terminate on the date on which Operation Inherent Resolve terminates or the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, whichever occurs earlier.
1225.
Modification of authority to provide assistance to the vetted Syrian opposition
(a)
Modification
(1)
In general
Section 1209(f) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3543) is amended—
(A) by striking The Secretary of Defense and inserting the following:
(1)
In general
Subject to paragraph (2), the Secretary of Defense
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(B) by striking for Overseas Contingency Operations and inserting under the Syria Train and Equip Fund; and
(C) by further adding at the end the following:
(2)
Report required
At the same time the Secretary of Defense submits a request for a reprogramming or transfer of funds under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that contains the following:
(A)
Update
An update of the comprehensive strategy required under section 1225(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016.
(B)
Certification
A certification that—
(i) a required number and type of United States Armed Forces have been established to meet the objectives of the strategy and such Armed Forces, including support and enablers, have been or will be deployed to meet the objectives of the strategy; and
(ii) a required amount of support, including support provided by United States Armed Forces and enablers, has been or will be provided by the United States to the elements of the Syrian opposition that are to be trained and equipped under this section to ensure that such elements are able to defend themselves from attacks by ISIL and Government of Syria forces consistent with the purposes set forth in subsection (a).
(C)
Use of funds
A detailed description of how the funds subject to the request for a reprogramming or transfer of funds under paragraph (1) will be used to meet the objectives of the strategy.
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(2)
Effective date
The amendments made by this subsection take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and apply with respect to any request for a reprogramming or transfer of funds under section 1209(f) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015, as amended by paragraph (1), that is submitted on or after such date of enactment.
(b)
Comprehensive strategy required
(1)
In general
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a comprehensive strategy for Syria and Iraq.
(2)
Matters to be included
The comprehensive strategy shall contain the following:
(A) An identification of requirements that have been established to ensure that assistance provided to appropriately vetted elements of the Syrian opposition and other appropriately vetted Syrian groups and individuals achieve the purposes set forth in section 1209(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3541).
(B) A description of United States policy and strategy for addressing the Assad regime in Syria and the post-Assad regime in Syria.
(C) A detailed explanation of how the military campaigns in Syria and Iraq are integrated and a description of the goals, objectives, and the end states for Syria and Iraq, including a description of how the train and equip programs in Iraq and Syria support the goals, objectives, and end states in Iraq and Syria.
(D) A description of the roles and responsibilities of each coalition country under the strategy.
(E) A description of the relevant agency roles and responsibilities and interagency coordination under the strategy.
(3)
Definition
In this subsection, the term appropriate congressional committees has the meaning given the term in section 1209(e)(2) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3543).
1226.
Assistance to the Government of Jordan for border security operations
(a)
Authority to provide assistance
(1)
In general
The Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, may provide assistance on a reimbursement basis to the Government of Jordan for purposes of supporting and enhancing efforts of the armed forces of Jordan to sustain security along the border of Jordan with Syria and Iraq.
(2)
Frequency
Assistance may be provided under this subsection on a quarterly basis.
(b)
Funds available for assistance
(1)
In general
Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated in this Act for Assistance for the Border Security of Jordan in title XV for fiscal year 2016, there are authorized to be appropriated $300,000,000 to carry out this section.
(2)
Prohibition on contractual obligations
The Secretary of Defense may not enter into any contractual obligation to provide assistance under the authority in subsection (a).
(c)
Notice before exercise
Not later than 15 days before providing assistance under the authority in subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the specified congressional committees a report setting forth a full description of the assistance to be provided, including the amount of assistance to be provided, and the timeline for the provision of such assistance.
(d)
Specified congressional committees
In the section, the term specified congressional committees means—
(1) the congressional defense committees; and
(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
(e)
Expiration of authority
No assistance may be provided under the authority in subsection (a) after December 31, 2016.
1227.
Report on efforts of Turkey to fight terrorism
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to Congress a report on the following:
(1) Turkey’s bilateral and multilateral efforts to combat the flow of foreign fighters through its country into Syria.
(2) Turkey’s relationship with Hamas, including its harboring of leaders of Hamas.
(3) The efforts of Turkey to fight terrorism, including Turkey’s military and humanitarian role in the anti-ISIS coalition.
1228.
Report to assess the potential effectiveness of and requirements for the establishment of safe zones or a no-fly zone in Syria
(a)
Findings
Congress makes the following findings:
(1) March 2015 marked the fourth year of the crisis in Syria, which has resulted in the world’s largest ongoing humanitarian disaster.
(2) Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and supporting militias, including Hezbollah, continue to carry out sectarian mass atrocities, which have included mass targeted killings, mass graves, the extermination of entire families, including their children, incidents of ethnic cleansing, sexual violence, widespread torture, aerial bombardment of residential areas, and forced displacement of certain Syrian civilians especially from areas in western Syria where Assad is attempting to increase the dominance of his own loyalists.
(3) Approximately 220,000 people have been killed, including thousands of children, many more have been seriously wounded, and civilian casualties continue to mount as widespread and systematic attacks on schools, hospitals, and other civilian facilities persist in violation of international norms and principles.
(4) Assad’s forces and supporting militias have used air power to target Syrian civilians, including the deployment of barrel bombs filled with explosives, shrapnel, and chemical weapons.
(5) Assad’s forces, supporting militias, and other parties to the conflict are systematically blocking humanitarian aid delivery, including food and medical care, from many civilian areas in violation of international norms and principles.
(b)
Report
(1)
In General
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of State, shall submit to the specified congressional committees a report that—
(A) assesses the potential effectiveness, risks, and operational requirements of the establishment and maintenance of a no-fly zone over part or all of Syria, including—
(i) the operational and legal requirements for United States and coalition air power to establish a no-fly zone in Syria;
(ii) the impact a no-fly zone in Syria would have on humanitarian and counterterrorism efforts in Syria and the surrounding region;
(iii) the potential for force contributions from other countries to establish a no-fly zone in Syria; and
(iv) the impact of the establishment of a no-fly zone in Syria on the recipients of training provided by section 1209 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3541); and
(B) assesses the potential effectiveness, risks, and operational requirements for the establishment of one or more safe zones in Syria for internally displaced people or for the facilitation of humanitarian assistance, including—
(i) the operational and legal requirements for United States and coalition forces to establish one or more safe zones in Syria;
(ii) the impact one or more safe zones in Syria would have on humanitarian and counterterrorism efforts in Syria and the surrounding region;
(iii) the potential for contributions from other countries and vetted non-state actor partners to establish and maintain one or more safe zones in Syria; and
(iv) the impact of the establishment of one or more safe zones in Syria on the recipients of training provided by section 1209 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3541).
(2)
Form
The report required by paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex if necessary.
(3)
Definition
In this subsection, the term specified congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
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Matters relating to Iran
1231.
Extension of annual report on military power of Iran
(a)
Matters to be included
Subsection (b) of section 1245 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2544), as amended by section 1232 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 920), is further amended by adding at the end the following:
(5) An assessment of transfers to Iran of military equipment, technology, and training from non-Iranian sources.
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(b)
Termination
Subsection (d) of such section, as amended by section 1277 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3592), is further amended by striking December 31, 2016 and inserting December 31, 2025.
1232.
Sense of Congress on the Government of Iran’s nuclear program and its malign military activities
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The understanding announced on April 2, 2015, between the countries of the P5+1 (the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Russia, and China) and Iran on a Comprehensive Joint Plan of Action (CJPOA) provides sanctions relief in exchange for constraints on Iran’s nuclear program for a limited period of time.
(2) Iran continues to develop ballistic missiles in violation of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 1747 (2007) and 1929 (2010), has developed medium-range ballistic missiles to target Israel and other United States allies, is working towards an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capability and the CJPOA places no limitations on Iran’s ballistic and cruise missile development efforts.
(3) The Secretary of State has designated Iran as a state-sponsor of terrorism since 1984 and for the past decade has characterized Iran as the most active state sponsor of terrorism in the world.
(4) Iran continues to support Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Bashar al-Assad regime in Syria, Shia militias in Iraq, Hamas in Gaza, the Houthi rebels in Yemen, and other terrorist organizations and extremists globally.
(5) Iran continues to conduct malign military activities across the Middle East and around the globe, which has and will continue to destabilize the region. As the Commander of United States Central Command testified to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives on March 3, 2015, the leaders in the region… are also equally concerned about Iran’s ability to mine the Straits, Iran’s cyber capabilities, Iran’s… ballistic missile capability, as well as the activity of their Quds forces... And so whether we get a deal or don’t get a deal, I think they will still share those concerns..
(6) Iran’s destabilizing activities throughout the region pose a threat to United States interests, the interests of United States allies in the region, and international security.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) Iran’s illicit pursuit, development, or acquisition of a nuclear weapons capability and its malign military activities overall constitute a grave threat to regional stability and the national security interests of the United States and its allies and partners;
(2) Iran continues to expand its malign activities in the Middle East and globally, which may well increase under a CJPOA;
(3) sanctions relief under the CJPOA will provide Iran the ability to increase funding for its ballistic missile development programs, acquisition of destabilizing types and amounts of conventional weapons, support for terrorism, and other malign activities throughout the Middle East and globally;
(4) United States bilateral and multilateral sanctions against Iran, once relieved, will be extremely difficult to reconstitute in response to Iranian violations of its international obligations;
(5) Iran would be an internationally-approved nuclear-threshold state under the framework of the CJPOA, which will likely lead to the proliferation of nuclear weapons across the Middle East;
(6) Congress should review and assess all elements of any agreement entered into between the countries of the P5+1 and Iran and it should approve or disapprove of any sanctions relief that results from such an agreement;
(7) the United States must continue to support the defense of allies and partners in the region, including Israel, strengthening ballistic missile defense capabilities, and increasing security assistance;
(8) Congress supports efforts to reach a peaceful, diplomatic solution to permanently and verifiably end Iran’s pursuit, development, and acquisition of a nuclear weapons capability, and it reaffirms that it is United States policy that Iran will not be allowed to develop a nuclear weapons capability and that all instruments of United States power must be considered to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon;
(9) Congress reaffirms the rights of United States allies to exercise their legitimate right to self-defense against the Government of Iran;
(10) the sale of advanced weaponry to Iran, particularly advanced air defenses, encourages bad behavior by Iran and poses a high risk of destabilizing the region and should be opposed; and
(11) no terrorism-related sanctions should be lifted or loosened as a part of any nuclear agreement and additional sanctions should be considered against Iran due to Iran’s continued state sponsorship of terrorism, its development and proliferation of ballistic missile technology, its continued biological and chemical weapons programs, and the egregious violation of the human rights of the Iranian people.
1233.
Report on military posture required in the Middle East to deter Iran from developing a nuclear weapon
(a)
In general
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to Congress a report regarding the military posture required in the Middle East to deter Iran from developing a nuclear weapon.
(b)
Matters to be included
The report required by subsection (a) shall include a discussion of the military forces, bases and capabilities required to—
(1) maintain a military option of preventing Iran from achieving a nuclear weapon;
(2) counter Iran’s military activities; and
(3) protect the United States military and other interests in the region.
1234.
Limitation on military-to-military exchanges and contacts with Iran
(a)
Limitation
The Secretary of Defense may not authorize any military-to-military exchange or contact described in subsection (b) to be conducted by the Armed Forces or Department of Defense civilians with representatives of the military or paramilitary forces (including the IRGC) of the Islamic Republic of Iran until the Secretary certifies that Iran—
(1) has ended its ballistic missile program;
(2) is no longer listed by the Secretary of State as a state sponsor of terrorism; and
(3) has recognized the Israel as a Jewish state.
(b)
Covered exchanges and contacts
Subsection (a) applies to any military-to-military exchange or contact that includes inappropriate exposure to any of the following:
(1) Force projection operations.
(2) Nuclear operations.
(3) Advanced combined-arms and joint combat operations.
(4) Advanced logistical operations.
(5) Chemical and biological defense and other capabilities related to weapons of mass destruction.
(6) Surveillance and reconnaissance operations.
(7) Joint warfighting experiments.
(8) Military space operations.
(9) Other advanced capabilities of the Armed Forces.
(10) Arms sales or military-related technology transfers.
(11) Release of classified or restricted information.
(12) Access to a Department of Defense laboratory or base.
(13) Military operations or exercises with allies and partners.
(c)
Exceptions
Subsection (a) does not apply to any search-and-rescue or humanitarian operation or exercise.
(d)
Annual certification by Secretary
The Secretary of Defense shall, without delegation, submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives, not later than December 31 each year, a certification in writing as to whether or not any military-to-military exchange or contact during that calendar year was conducted in violation of subsection (a).
1235.
Security guarantees associated with Iran’s nuclear weapons program
(a)
In general
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, shall provide the appropriate congressional committees a copy of any security agreement or commitment provided by the United States to any country in the Middle East, including the member countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council, associated with Iran’s nuclear weapons program.
(b)
Analysis
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of staff shall provide the Secretary of Defense with a detailed analysis of the United States military force structure and posture, as well as the estimated costs associated with such force structure and posture, required to meet any security agreement or commitment in the Middle East, including member countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council. The Secretary shall provide such analysis, without change, along with any additional views the Secretary may offer, when the Secretary submits the materials required under subsection (a).
(c)
Limitation on certain expenditures
The Secretary of Defense may not obligate or expend any funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available to the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 for meeting any security agreements or commitments described in this section unless the Secretary certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that the Secretary has provided a copy of such agreement as required under subsection (a).
(d)
Appropriate congressional committees defined
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate.
1236.
Rule of construction
Nothing in this Act shall be construed as authorizing the use of force against Iran.
E
Matters relating to the Russian Federation
1241.
Notifications and updates relating to testing, production, deployment, and sale or transfer to other states or non-state actors of the Club-K cruise missile system by the Russian Federation
(a)
Notifications
(1)
Regarding testing, production, deployment, and sale or transfer
The Secretary of Defense shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress quarterly notifications on the testing, production, deployment, and sale or transfer to other states or non-state actors of the Club-K cruise missile system by the Russian Federation.
(2)
Upon deployment or sale or transfer
Not later than seven days after the Secretary determines that there is reasonable grounds to believe that the Russian Federation has deployed or sold or transferred to other states or non-state actors the Club-K cruise missile system, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a notification of such determination.
(3)
Form
A notification required under paragraph (1) or (2) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex if necessary.
(b)
Quarterly updates
(1)
In general
The Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress not less than quarterly updates on the coordination of allied responses to the deployment or sale or transfer to other states or non-state actors of the Club-K cruise missile system by the Russian Federation.
(2)
Form
The update required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex if necessary.
(c)
Strategy
(1)
Development
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff shall develop a strategy to detect, defend against, and defeat the Club-K cruise missile system, including opportunities for allied contributions to such efforts based on consultations with such allies.
(2)
Submission
Not later than September 30, 2016, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress the strategy developed under paragraph (1).
(d)
Definition
In this section, the term appropriate committees of Congress means—
(1) the congressional defense committees; and
(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
(e)
Sunset
The provisions of this section shall not be in effect on and after the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
1242.
Notifications of deployment of nuclear weapons by Russian Federation to territory of Ukrainian Republic
(a)
Notifications
(1)
Regarding possible deployment
The Secretary of Defense shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees quarterly notifications on the status of the Russian Federation conducting exercises with, planning or preparing to deploy, or deploying covered weapons systems onto the territory of the Ukranian Republic.
(2)
Upon deployment
Not later than seven days after the Secretary determines that there is reasonable grounds to believe that the Russian Federation has deployed covered weapons systems onto the territory of the Ukranian Republic, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a notification of such determination.
(3)
Form
A notification required under paragraph (1) or (2) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex if necessary.
(b)
Strategy
(1)
Development
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff shall develop a strategy to respond to the military threat posed by the Russian Federation deploying covered weapons systems onto the territory of the Ukranian Republic, including opportunities for allied cooperation in developing such responses based on consultation with such allies.
(2)
Submission
Not later than June 30, 2016, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff shall submit to the congressional defense committees the following:
(A) The strategy developed under paragraph (1).
(B) The views of the Secretary of Defense with respect to the strategy developed under paragraph (1), if any.
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Appropriate congressional committees
The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
(2)
Covered weapons systems
The term covered weapons systems means weapons systems that can perform both conventional and nuclear missions, nuclear weapon delivery systems, and nuclear warheads.
(d)
Sunset
The provisions of this section shall not be in effect on and after the date that is 5 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.
1243.
Non-compliance by the Russian Federation with its obligations under the INF Treaty
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The Department of State, on July 31, 2014, released the Annual Report on the Adherence to and Compliance With Arms Control, Nonproliferation, and Disarmament Agreements and Commitments which included the finding that, The United States has determined that the Russian Federation is in violation of its obligations under the INF Treaty not to possess, produce, or flight-test a ground-launched cruise missile (GLCM) with a range capability of 500 km to 5,500 km, or to possess or produce launchers of such missiles..
(2) According to the testimony of senior officials of the Department of State, the Russian Federation is not complying with numerous treaties and agreements, including the INF Treaty, the Open Skies Treaty, the Biological Weapons Convention, the Chemical Weapons Convention, the Vienna Document, the Budapest Memorandum, the Istanbul Commitments, the Presidential Nuclear Initiatives, the Missile Technology Control Regime, and the Russian Federation has recently withdrawn from the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE).
(3) The Commander of U.S. European Command, and Supreme Allied Commander of Europe, General Philip Breedlove, USAF, stated that [a] weapon capability that violates the I.N.F., that is introduced into the greater European land mass is absolutely a tool that will have to be dealt with . . . I would not judge how the alliance will choose to react, but I would say they will have to consider what to do about it, [i]t can’t go unanswered..
(4) General Breedlove has further stated that we need to first and foremost signal that we cannot accept this change and that, if this change is continued, that we will have to change the cost calculus for Russia in order to help them to find their way to a less bellicose position..
(5) General Martin Dempsey, Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff testified that, I think we have to make it very clear that things like their compliance with the INF treaty that there will be political, diplomatic and potentially military costs in terms of the way we posture ourselves and the way we plan and work with our allies to address those provocations…It concerns me greatly. I certainly would counsel them not to roll back the clock..
(6) The Secretary of Defense, Ashton B. Carter, testified that, On the military side, we have begun to consider . . . what our options are, because the INF treaty is a treaty, meaning that it’s a two-way street. We accepted constraints in return for constraints of the then Soviet Union. It is a two-way street, and we need to remind them that it’s a two-way street, meaning that we, without an INF treaty, can take action also that we both decided years ago was best for neither of us to take..
(7) The Department of Defense has been considering a range of military options to respond to the Russian Federation’s violation of the INF Treaty and these options would aim to negate any advantage Russia might gain from deploying an INF-prohibited system, and all of these would be designed to make us more secure, and these options fall into three broad categories: active defenses to counter intermediate-range ground-launched cruise missiles; counterforce capabilities to prevent intermediate-range ground-launched cruise missile attacks; and countervailing strike capabilities to enhance U.S. or allied forces..
(8) President Barack Obama stated in Prague in 2009 that, Rules must be binding. Violations must be punished. Words must mean something..
(b)
Sense of the congress
It is the sense of the Congress that—
(1) the Russian Federation should return to compliance with the INF Treaty;
(2) the continuing violation of the INF Treaty by the Russian Federation threatens the viability of the INF Treaty;
(3) the United States has reportedly been undertaking diplomatic efforts to address with the Russia Federation its violations of the INF Treaty since 2013, and the Russian Federation has failed to respond to these efforts in any meaningful way;
(4) not only should the Russian Federation end its cheating with respect to the INF Treaty, but also its illegal occupation of the sovereign territory of another nation, its plans for stationing nuclear weapons on that nation’s territory, and its cheating and violation of as many as eight of its 12 arms control obligations and agreements; and
(5) there are several United States military requirements that would be addressed by the development and deployment of systems currently prohibited by the INF Treaty.
(c)
Notification of Russian violations of INF Treaty
(1)
In general
The President shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a notification of—
(A) whether the Russian Federation has flight-tested, deployed, or possesses a military system that has achieved an initial operating capability of a covered missile system; and
(B) whether the Russian Federation has begun steps to return to full compliance with the INF Treaty, including by agreeing to inspections and verification measures necessary to achieve high confidence that any covered missile system will be eliminated, as required by the INF Treaty upon its entry into force.
(2)
Deadline
The notification required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act and not later than 30 days after the date on which the Russian Federation meets any of the requirements of subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (1).
(3)
Form
The notification required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex if necessary.
(d)
Notification of coordination with allies regarding INF Treaty
(1)
In general
Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment, and every 120-day period thereafter for a period of 5 years, the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, in coordination with the Secretary of State and the Director of National Intelligence, shall jointly submit to the appropriate congressional committees a notification on the status and content of updates provided to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and allies of the United States in East Asia, on the Russian Federation’s flight testing, operating capability and deployment of a covered missile system, including updates on the status and a description of efforts with such allies to develop collective responses, including economic and military responses, to the Russian Federation’s arms control violations, including violations of the INF Treaty.
(2)
Form
The notification required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex if necessary.
(e)
Military response options to Russian Federation violation of the treaty on intermediate range nuclear forces
(1)
Development of capabilities
If, as of the date of the enactment of this Act, the President determines that the Russian Federation has not begun steps to return to full compliance with the INF Treaty, including by agreeing to inspections and verification measures necessary to achieve high confidence that any covered missile system will be eliminated, as required by the INF Treaty upon its entry into force, the President shall begin developing the following military capabilities:
(A) Counterforce capabilities to prevent intermediate-range ground-launched ballistic missile and cruise missile attacks, including capabilities that may be acquired from allies.
(B) Countervailing strike capabilities to enhance the Armed Forces of the United States or allies of the United States, including capabilities that may be acquired from allies.
(2)
Availability of funds for recommended capabilities
The Secretary of Defense may use funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for research, development, test, and evaluation, Defense-wide, as specified in the funding table in section 4201, to carry out the development of capabilities pursuant to paragraph (1) that are recommended by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to meet military requirements and current capability gaps. In making such a selection, the Chairman shall give priority to such capabilities that the Chairman determines could be tested and fielded most expediently, with the most priority given to capabilities that the Chairman determines could be fielded in two years.
(3)
Reports on development
(A)
In general
During each 180-day period beginning on the date on which funds are first obligated to develop capabilities under paragraph (2), the Chairman shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on such capabilities, including the costs of development (and estimated total costs of each system if pursued to deployment) and the timeline for development flight testing and deployment.
(B)
Sunset
The provisions of subparagraph (A) shall not be in effect on and after the date on which the President certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that the INF Treaty is no longer in force or the Russian Federation has fully returned to compliance with its obligations under the INF Treaty.
(4)
Report on deployment
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the following:
(A) Potential deployment locations of the military capabilities described in paragraph (1) in East Asia and Eastern Europe, including any potential basing agreements that may be required to facilitate such deployments.
(B) Any required safety and security measures, estimates of potential costs of deployments described in subparagraph (A) and an assessment of whether or not such deployments in Eastern Europe may require a decision of the North Atlantic Council.
(f)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Appropriate congressional committees
The term appropriate congressional committees means the following:
(A) The congressional defense committees.
(B) The Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate.
(C) The Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives and the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate.
(2)
Covered missile system
The term covered missile system means ground-launched ballistic missiles or ground-launched cruise missiles with a flight-tested range of between 500 and 5500 kilometers.
(3)
INF Treaty
The term INF Treaty means the Treaty Between the United States of America and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics on the Elimination of Their Intermediate-Range and Shorter-Range Missiles, commonly referred to as the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty, signed at Washington, December 8, 1987, and entered into force June 1, 1988.
1244.
Modification of notification and assessment of proposal to modify or introduce new aircraft or sensors for flight by the Russian Federation under Open Skies Treaty
Section 1242(b)(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3563) is amended—
(1) by striking 30 days and inserting 90 days; and
(2) by striking and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and inserting , the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the commander of each relevant combatant command.
1245.
Sense of Congress on support for Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are highly valued allies of the United States, and they have repeatedly demonstrated their commitment to advancing our mutual interests as well as those of the NATO Alliance.
(2) Operation Atlantic Resolve is a series of exercises and coordinating efforts meant to demonstrate the United States’ commitment to the Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, and the United States-Baltic partnership’s shared goal of peace and stability in the region. Built upon the common values of peace, stability and prosperity, Operation Atlantic Resolve strengthens communication and understanding, and is an important effort to deter Russian aggression against the Baltic States.
(3) As part of Operation Atlantic Resolve, the European Reassurance Initiative undertakes exercises, training, and rotational presence necessary to reassure and integrate our Baltic State allies into a common defense framework.
(4) All three Baltic States contributed to the NATO-led International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan, sending disproportionate numbers of troops and operating with few caveats. They also continue to engage in the Resolute Support Mission in Afghanistan.
(b)
Sense of Congress
Congress—
(1) reaffirms its support for the principle of collective defense as enshrined in Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty for our NATO allies, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania;
(2) supports the sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, and inviolability of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania as well as their internationally recognized borders, and expresses concerns over increasingly aggressive military maneuvering by Russia near their borders and airspace;
(3) expresses concerns over increasingly aggressive military maneuvering by the Russian Federation near Baltic state borders and airspace, and condemns reported subversive and destabilizing activities by the Russian Federation within the Baltic states; and
(4) encourages the Administration to further enhance defense cooperation efforts with Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania and supports the efforts of their Governments to provide for the defense of their people and sovereign territory.
1246.
Sense of Congress on support for Georgia
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) Georgia is a valued friend of the United States and has repeatedly demonstrated its commitment to advancing the mutual interests of both countries, including the deployment of Georgian forces as part of the NATO-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan and the Multi-National Force in Iraq.
(2) The European Reassurance Initiative builds the partnership capacity of Georgia so it can work more closely with the United States and NATO, as well as provide for their own defense.
(3) In addition to the European Reassurance Initiative, Georgia’s participation in the NATO initiative Partnership for Peace is paramount to interoperability with the United States and NATO, and establishing a more peaceful environment in the region.
(4) Despite the heavy and painful losses suffered during the ISAF, as a NATO partner Georgia is engaged in the Resolute Support Mission in Afghanistan with the second largest contingent on the ground.
(b)
Sense of Congress
Congress—
(1) reaffirms United States support for Georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally-recognized borders, and does not recognize the Abkhazia and South Ossetia regions, currently occupied by Russia, as independent; and
(2) supports continued cooperation between the United States and Georgia and the efforts of the Government of Georgia to provide for the defense of its people and sovereign territory.
1247.
Prohibition on availability of funds relating to sovereignty of the Russian Federation over Crimea
(a)
In general
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Department of Defense may be obligated or expended—
(1) to implement any action or policy that recognizes the de jure or de facto sovereignty of the Russian Federation over Crimea, its airspace, or its territorial waters; or
(2) to provide assistance for the central government of a country that has taken affirmative steps intended to recognize or otherwise be supportive of the Russian Federation’s forcible and illegal occupation of Crimea.
(b)
Waiver
The Secretary of Defense may waive the restriction on assistance required by subsection (a)(2) if the Secretary certifies and reports to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives that to do so is in the national interest of the United States.
(c)
Sunset
The requirements of subsection (a) shall cease to be in effect if the Secretary of Defense certifies and reports to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives that the armed forces of the Russian Federation have withdrawn from Crimea and the Government of Ukraine has reestablished sovereignty over Crimea.
1248.
Limitation on military contact and cooperation between the United States and the Russian Federation
(a)
Limitation
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Department of Defense may be used for any bilateral military-to-military contact or cooperation between the Governments of the United States and the Russian Federation until the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of State, certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that—
(1) the armed forces of the Russian Federation are no longer illegally occupying Ukrainian territory;
(2) the Russian Federation is respecting the sovereignty of all Ukrainian territory;
(3) the Russian Federation is no longer taking actions that are inconsistent with the INF Treaty; and
(4) the Russian Federation has not sold or otherwise transferred the Club-K land attack cruise missile system to any foreign country or foreign person during fiscal year 2015.
(b)
Waiver
The Secretary of Defense may waive the limitation in subsection (a) with respect to a certification requirement specified in paragraph (1), (2), or (3) if—
(1) the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, submits to the appropriate congressional committees—
(A) a notification that such a waiver is in the national security interest of the United States and a description of the national security interest covered by the waiver; and
(B) a report explaining why the Secretary of Defense cannot make the certification under subsection (a); and
(2) a period of 30 days has elapsed following the date on which the Secretary of Defense submits the information in the report under paragraph (1)(B).
(c)
Additional waiver
The Secretary of Defense may waive the limitation required by subsection (a)(4) with respect to the sale or other transfer of the Club-K land attack cruise missile system if—
(1) the United States has imposed sanctions against the manufacturer of such system by reason of such sale or other transfer; or
(2) the Secretary has developed and submitted to the appropriate congressional committees a plan to prevent the sale or other transfer of such system in the future.
(d)
Exception for certain military bases
The certification requirement specified in paragraph (1) of subsection (a) shall not apply to military bases of the Russian Federation in Ukraine’s Crimean peninsula operating in accordance with its 1997 agreement on the Status and Conditions of the Black Sea Fleet Stationing on the Territory of Ukraine.
(e)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Appropriate congressional committees
The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
(2)
Bilateral military-to-military contact or cooperation
The term bilateral military-to-military contact or cooperation—
(A) means—
(i) reciprocal visits and meetings by high-ranking delegations;
(ii) information sharing, policy consultations, security dialogues or other forms of consultative discussions;
(iii) exchanges of military instructors, training personnel, and students;
(iv) exchanges of information;
(v) defense planning; and
(vi) military training or exercises; but
(B) does not include any contact or cooperation that is in support of United States stability operations.
(3)
Inf treaty
The term INF Treaty means the Treaty Between the United States of America and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics on the Elimination of Their Intermediate-Range and Shorter-Range Missiles, commonly referred to as the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty, signed at Washington December 8, 1987, and entered into force June 1, 1988.
(f)
Effective date
This section takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to funds described in subsection (a) that are unobligated as of such date of enactment.
1249.
Limitation on funds for implementation of the New START Treaty
(a)
Limitation
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Department of Defense may be used for implementation of the New START Treaty until the President certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that—
(1) the armed forces of the Russian Federation are no longer illegally occupying Ukrainian territory;
(2) the Russian Federation is respecting the sovereignty of all Ukrainian territory;
(3) the Russian Federation is no longer taking actions that are inconsistent with the INF Treaty;
(4) the Russian Federation is in compliance with the CFE Treaty and has lifted its suspension of Russian observance of its treaty obligations; and
(5) there have been no inconsistencies by the Russian Federation with New START Treaty requirements.
(b)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Appropriate congressional committees
The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
(2)
CFE Treaty
The term CFE Treaty means the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe, signed at Paris November 19, 1990, and entered into force July 17, 1992.
(3)
INF Treaty
The term INF Treaty means the Treaty Between the United States of America and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics on the Elimination of Their Intermediate-Range and Shorter-Range Missiles, commonly referred to as the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty, signed at Washington December 8, 1987, and entered into force June 1, 1988.
(4)
New START Treatu
The term New START Treaty means the Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed on April 8, 2010, and entered into force on February 5, 2011
(c)
Effective date
This section takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to funds described in subsection (a) that are unobligated as of such date of enactment.
F
Matters relating to the Asia-Pacific region
1251.
Sense of Congress recognizing the 70th anniversary of the end of Allied military engagement in the Pacific theater
(a)
Findings
Congress makes the following findings
(1) September 2, 2015, marks the 70th anniversary of the end of Allied military engagement in the Pacific theater, also marking the end of the Second World War.
(2) The United States entered the Second World War in December 1941, following the Empire of Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor, and over the next four years Americans participated in what was arguably the greatest national endeavor in the Nation’s history.
(3) The casualty toll of Americans in the Pacific theater during the Second World War was approximately 92,904 killed, 208,333 wounded, and tens of thousands missing in action and prisoners of war, with civilians and military forces of the Allied Powers suffering equally devastating tolls.
(4) American military forces displayed extraordinary courage and suffered significant casualties in battles across the Pacific theater, including in the Battle of the Philippine Sea, the Battle of Leyte Gulf, the Philippines Campaign, the Battle of Iwo Jima, and the Battle of Okinawa.
(5) Japanese military forces and the Japanese civilian population also suffered staggering losses.
(6) On August 15, 1945, Emperor Hirohito of Japan announced the unconditional surrender of Japan’s military forces, made formal on September 2, 1945, aboard the U.S.S. Missouri in Tokyo Bay, Japan, thus ending the most devastating war in human history.
(7) Japan is now a free and prosperous democracy; a valued ally with shared values and mutual interests based on the principles of democracy, individual liberty, and the rule of law, who serves as a cornerstone for peace and security in the region and for whom the United States seeks to further enhance security, economic, and diplomatic ties.
(8) The bravery and sacrifice of the members of the United States Armed Forces and the military forces of the Allied Powers who served valiantly to rescue the Pacific nations from tyranny and aggression should be always remembered.
(b)
Sense of congress
Congress—
(1) recognizes the 70th anniversary of the end of Allied military engagement in the Pacific theater, and also marking the end of Second World War;
(2) joins with a grateful nation in expressing respect and appreciation to the members of the United States Armed Forces who served in the Pacific theater during the Second World War;
(3) remembers and honors those Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice and gave their lives for their country during the campaigns in the Pacific theater during the Second World War; and
(4) preserves and applies the lessons learned from the history of the Second World War in the Pacific theater and recognizes the close alliance between the United States and Japan, codified in the 1960 Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security between the United States and Japan, that continues to be enhanced to maintain peace and prosperity in the region.
1252.
Sense of Congress regarding consolidation of United States military facilities in Okinawa, Japan
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The defense alliance between the United States and Japan remains important and strong.
(2) Progress continues to be made in the United States and Japan to fulfill the April 27, 2012, agreement of the United States-Japan Security Consultative Committee that modified the United States-Japan Roadmap for Realignment Implementation, originally codified on May 1, 2006, including the Governor of Okinawa signing the landfill permit for Henoko construction on December 27, 2013, and the elimination of restrictions on Government of Japan contributions for the realignment of Marine Corps forces in the Asia-Pacific region by section 2821 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (division B of Public Law 113–291).
(3) The Government of Japan has made significant and unprecedented direct financial contributions of more than $3,000,000,000 to the Support for United States Relocation to Guam Account pursuant to section 2350k of title 10, United States Code, for the relocation of Marine Corps forces from Okinawa to Guam and the relocation of certain training from Okinawa to the Marianas region, of which nearly $1,000,000,000 has already been received from the Government of Japan, and a significant amount of these funds has already been obligated and expended to support the relocation of Marine Corps forces on Guam.
(4) It is important to return formerly used United States military property in Okinawa to the local government.
(5) Consolidation of United States facilities and the return of formerly used United States military property in Okinawa will be implemented as soon as possible, while ensuring operational capability, including training capability, throughout the consolidation process.
(6) Under the April 27, 2012, agreement referred to in paragraph (2), the United States is authorized to establish Marine Air-Ground Task Forces at additional locations in the Asia-Pacific region, including Guam, Hawaii, and Australia, which will enhance their readiness posture through flexibility and speed to respond to regional threats and maintain regional peace, stability, and security.
(7) Even though realignment of Marine Corps forces from Okinawa to Guam is de-linked from progress on the construction of the Futenma Replacement Facility in Henoko, there must be continued progress on Guam and Okinawa to meet the agreement.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that the Henoko location for the Futenma Replacement Facility—
(1) has been studied and analyzed for several decades, reaffirmed by both the United States and Japan on several occasions, including the 2010 Futenma Replacement Facility Bilateral Experts study and the independent assessment required by section 346 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1373); and
(2) remains the only option for the Futenma Replacement Facility.
1253.
Strategy to promote United States interests in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region
(a)
Strategy
The President shall develop an overall strategy to promote United States interests in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. Such strategy shall be informed by the following:
(1) The national security strategy of the United States for 2015 set forth in the national security strategy report required under section 108(a)(3) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 5043(a)(3)), as such strategy relates to United States interests in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.
(2) The strategy to prioritize United States defense interests in the Asia-Pacific region as contained in the report required by section 1251(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291).
(3) The integrated, multi-year planning and budget strategy for a rebalancing of United States policy in Asia submitted to Congress pursuant to section 7043(a) of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2014 (division K of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 (Public Law 113–76)).
(b)
Presidential policy directive
The President shall issue a Presidential Policy Directive to relevant Federal departments and agencies that contains the strategy developed under subsection (a) and includes implementing guidance to such departments and agencies.
(c)
Relation to agency priority goals and annual budget
(1)
Agency priority goals
In identifying agency priority goals under section 1120(b) of title 31, United States Code, for each relevant Federal department and agency, the head of such department or agency, or as otherwise determined by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, shall take into consideration the strategy developed under subsection (a) and the Presidential Policy Directive issued under subsection (b).
(2)
Annual budget
The President, acting through the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, shall ensure that the annual budget submitted to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, includes a separate section that clearly highlights programs and projects that are being funded in the annual budget that relate to the strategy developed under subsection (a) and the Presidential Policy Directive issued under subsection (b).
1254.
Sense of Congress on the United States alliance with Japan
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the United States highly values its alliance with the Government of Japan as a cornerstone of peace and security in the region, based on shared values of democracy, the rule of law, free and open markets, and respect for human rights in order to promote peace, security, stability, and economic prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region;
(2) the United States welcomes Japan’s decision to contribute more proactively to regional and global peace and security;
(3) the United States supports recent changes in Japanese defense policy, including the adoption of collective self-defense and the new bilateral Guidelines for U.S.-Japan Defense Cooperation which were approved on April 27, 2015, and will promote a more balanced and effective alliance to meet the emerging security challenges of this century;
(4) the United States and Japan should continue to improve joint interoperability and collaborate on developing future capabilities with which to maintain regional stability in an increasingly uncertain security environment;
(5) the United States and Japan should continue efforts to strengthen regional multilateral institutions that promote economic and security cooperation based on internationally accepted rules and norms;
(6) the United States acknowledges that the Senkaku Islands are under the administration of Japan and opposes any unilateral actions that would seek to undermine such administration and remains committed under the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security to respond to any armed attack in the territories under the administration of Japan; and
(7) the United States reaffirms its commitment to the Government of Japan under Article V of the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security that [e]ach Party recognizes that an armed attack against either Party in the territories under the administration of Japan would be dangerous to its own peace and safety and declares that it would act to meet the common danger in accordance with its constitutional provisions and processes.
1255.
Sense of Congress on opportunities to enhance the United States alliance with the Republic of Korea
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea has served as an anchor for stability, security, and prosperity on the Korean Peninsula, in the Asia-Pacific region, and around the world;
(2) the United States and the Republic of Korea continue to strengthen and adapt the comprehensive strategic alliance of bilateral, regional, and global scope to serve as a linchpin of peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region, recognizing the shared values of democracy, human rights, free and open market, and the rule of law, as reaffirmed in the May 2013 Joint Declaration in Commemoration of the 60th Anniversary of the Alliance between the Republic of Korea and the United States of America;
(3) the United States and the Republic of Korea continue to broaden and deepen the scope and level of alliance cooperation by strengthening the combined defense posture on the Korean Peninsula, enhancing mutual security based on the Republic of Korea-United States Mutual Defense Treaty, and promoting cooperation for regional and global security in the 21st century, recognizing the significance of 2015 as it marks the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II;
(4) the United States and the Republic of Korea share deep concerns that North Korea’s nuclear and ballistic missiles programs and its repeated provocations pose grave threats to peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula and Northeast Asia and recognize that both nations are determined to achieve the peaceful denuclearization of North Korea, and remain fully committed to continuing close cooperation on the full range of issues related to North Korea;
(5) the United States supports the vision of a Korean Peninsula free of nuclear weapons, free from the fear of war, and peacefully reunited on the basis of democratic and free market principles, as articulated in President Park’s Dresden address; and
(6) the United States and the Republic of Korea share the future interests of both nations in securing peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula and in Northeast Asia.
1256.
Requirement to submit Department of Defense policy regarding foreign disclosure or technology release of Aegis Ashore capability to allies
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that a decision by the Government of Japan to purchase Aegis Ashore for its self-defense, given that it already possesses sea-based Aegis weapons system-equipped naval vessels, could create a significant opportunity for promoting interoperability and integration of air- and missile defense capability with close allies, could provide for force multiplication benefits, and could potentially alleviate force posture requirements on multi-mission assets.
(b)
Requirement to submit policy
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a copy of the Department of Defense policy regarding foreign disclosure or technology release of Aegis Ashore capability to allies, including Japan, that possess sea-based Aegis weapons system-equipped naval vessels.
(c)
Definition
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(1) the congressional defense committees; and
(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
1257.
Requirement to invite the military forces of Taiwan to participate in RIMPAC Exercises
(a)
In general
The Secretary of Defense shall invite the military forces of Taiwan to participate in any maritime exercise known as the Rim of the Pacific Exercise if the Secretary has invited the military forces of the People’s Republic of China to participate in such maritime exercise.
(b)
Effective date
This section takes effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and applies with respect to any maritime exercise described in subsection (a) that begins on or after such date of enactment.
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Other matters
1261.
Non-conventional assisted recovery capabilities
(a)
Extension
Subsection (h) of section 943 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 122 Stat. 4579), as most recently amended by section 1261 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3579), is further amended by striking 2016 and inserting 2017.
(b)
Revision to annual limitation on funds
Subsection (a) of such section is amended—
(1) by striking Upon and inserting the following:
(1)
In general
Upon
;
(2) by striking an amount and all that follows through may be and inserting amounts appropriated or otherwise made available for the Department of Defense for operation and maintenance may be; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(2)
Annual limit
The total amount made available for support of non-conventional assisted recovery activities under this subsection in any fiscal year may not exceed $25,000,000.
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1262.
Amendment to the annual report under Arms Control and Disarmament Act
Subsection (e) of section 403 of the Arms Control and Disarmament Act (22 U.S.C. 2593a) is amended to read as follows:
(e)
Annual report
(1)
In general
Not later than June 15 of each year described in paragraph (2), the Director of National Intelligence shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report that contains a detailed assessment, consistent with the provision of classified information and intelligence sources and methods, of the adherence of other nations to obligations undertaken in all arms control, nonproliferation, and disarmament agreements or commitments to which the United States is a party, including information of cases in which any such nation has behaved inconsistently with respect to its obligations undertaken in such agreements or commitments.
(2)
Covered year
A year described in this paragraph is a year in which the President fails to submit the report required by subsection (a) by not later than April 15 of such year.
(3)
Form
The report required by this subsection shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex if necessary.
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1263.
Permanent authority for NATO special operations headquarters
Section 1244(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2541), as most recently amended by section 1272 of the National Defense Authorization Act of Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2023), is further amended by striking for each of fiscal years 2013, 2014, and 2015 pursuant to section 301 and inserting for any fiscal year.
1264.
Extension of authorization to conduct activities to enhance the capability of foreign countries to respond to incidents involving weapons of mass destruction
Section 1204(h) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 897; 10 U.S.C. 401 note) is amended by striking September 30, 2017 and inserting September 30, 2020.
1265.
Limitation on availability of funds for research, development, test, and evaluation, Air Force, for arms control implementation
(a)
In general
Not more than 50 percent of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for research, development, test, and evaluation, Air Force, for arms control implementation (PE 0305145F) may be obligated or expended until the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, submits to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the following:
(1) A description of any meetings of the Open Skies Consultative Commission during the prior year.
(2) A description of any agreements entered into during such meetings of the Open Skies Consultative Commission.
(3) A description of any future year proposals for modifications to the aircraft or sensors of any State Party to the Open Skies Treaty that will be subject to the Open Skies Treaty.
(b)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Appropriate committees of congress
The term appropriate committees of Congress means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
(2)
Open skies treaty
The term Open Skies Treaty means the Treaty on Open Skies, done at Helsinki March 24, 1992, and entered into force January 1, 2002.
1266.
Modification of authority for support of special operations to combat terrorism
(a)
Authority
Subsection (a) of section 1208 of the Ronald W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005 (Public Law 108–375; 118 Stat. 2086), as most recently amended by section 1208(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3541), is further amended by striking $75,000,000 and inserting $100,000,000.
(b)
Annual report
Subsection (f)(1) of such section 1208, as most recently amended by section 1202(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2512), is further amended by striking 120 days and inserting 30 days and not later than 180 days.
(c)
Effective date
The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) take effect on the date of the enactment of this Act and apply with respect to each fiscal year that begins on or after such date of enactment.
1267.
United States-Israel anti-tunnel defense cooperation
(a)
Findings and sense of congress
(1)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(A) Tunnels have been used for centuries around the world as a means of avoiding detection or circumventing defenses.
(B) Tunnels can be used for criminal purposes, such as smuggling drugs, weapons, or humans, or for terrorist or military purposes, such as launching surprise attacks or detonating explosives underneath infrastructure.
(C) Tunnels have been a growing threat on the southern border of the United States for more than 11 years, and the Department of Homeland Security has been working to address this threat.
(D) The conflict in Gaza in 2014 showed that terrorists are now actively using tunnels as a means of attack, and news reports indicate that tunnels are being used in Syria as well.
(E) Terrorist organizations are quick to adopt successful tactics, and it is only a matter of time before other terrorist organizations begin using tunnels.
(F) The facilities of the United States, and those of the allies of the United States, could be under threat very quickly if tunnel threats continue to proliferate.
(G) Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad are United States-designated terrorist organizations.
(H) Designated Palestinian terrorist organizations have killed hundreds of Israelis and dozens of Americans in rocket attacks and suicide bombings.
(I) Hamas has used underground tunnels to Israel and Egypt to smuggle weapons, money, and supplies into Gaza and to send members of Hamas out of Gaza for training and to bring trainers in to Gaza to teach Hamas how to manufacture rockets and build better tunnels. Tunnels in Gaza have also been used as underground rocket launching sites, weapons caches, bunkers, transportation networks and command and control centers.
(J) In 2006, Hamas kidnapped Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit through a tunnel and held him for five years.
(K) The Israel Defense Forces discovered 32 tunnels during the conflict with Hamas in the summer of 2014, 14 of which crossed into Israel.
(L) Hamas intentionally uses civilians as human shields by placing its underground tunnel network in densely populated areas and schools, hospitals, and mosques.
(M) Hamas’s placement of explosive material in its vast network of tunnels in Gaza has caused civilian casualties through secondary and tertiary explosions.
(N) While the unemployment rate in Gaza is at 38 percent, it is estimated that Hamas spends $3,000,000 per tunnel.
(O) United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said he was shocked by the tunnels used for the infiltration of terrorists.
(P) Hamas has claimed to be rebuilding tunnels in Gaza after the war with Israel in the summer of 2014.
(Q) Hezbollah has used underground tunnels in southern Lebanon to move Hezbollah fighters and to launch attacks.
(R) The Palestinian Islamic Jihad claims to be digging new tunnels on the Gaza border. Israel has a right to defend itself from the violence of Palestinian terrorist groups, including the violence that is facilitated through terrorist tunnel networks.
(S) The United States is working cooperatively with the Government of Israel to develop technologies to detect and neutralize tunnels penetrating the territory of Israel.
(2)
Sense of congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(A) it is in the best interests of the United States to develop technology to detect and counter tunnels, and the best way to do this is to partner with other affected countries; and
(B) Israel is facing serious threats posed by tunnels and should be the first partner of the United States in addressing this significant challenge.
(b)
Assistance to Israel to establish an anti-tunneling defense system
(1)
In General
The President, upon request of the Government of Israel, is authorized to carry out research, development, and test activities on a joint basis with Israel to establish an anti-tunneling defense system to detect, map, and neutralize underground tunnels into and directed at the territory of Israel.
(2)
Certification
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section may be obligated or expended to carry out subsection (a) until the President certifies to Congress the following:
(A) The President has finalized a memorandum of understanding or other formal agreement between the United States and Israel regarding sharing of research and development costs for the system described in paragraph (1).
(B) The understanding or agreement—
(i) requires sharing of costs of projects, including the cost of claims and in-kind support, between the United States and Israel on an equitable basis unless the President determines, on a case-by-case basis, the Government of Israel is unable to contribute on an equitable basis;
(ii) requires the designation of payment of non-recurring engineering costs in connection with the establishment of a capacity for co-production in the United States;
(iii) establishes a framework to negotiate the rights to any intellectual property developed under the cooperative research and development projects; and
(iv) requires the United States Government to receive quarterly reports on expenditure of funds by the Government of Israel, including a description of what the funds have been used for, when funds were expended, and an identification of entities that expended the funds.
(3)
Assistance
The President, upon request of the Government of Israel, is authorized to provide assistance to Israel for the procurement, maintenance, and sustainment of an anti-tunneling system described in paragraph (1).
(c)
Assistance to other allies to establish an anti-tunneling defense system
In addition to the memorandum of understanding or other formal agreement described in subsection (b), the President is authorized to seek to enter into a similar memorandum of understanding or other formal agreement with any other ally of the United States upon request of the government of such ally.
(d)
Designation of lead development agency
The Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, shall designate a military department or other element of the Department of Defense to carry out subsections (b) and (c) as the lead agency of the Federal Government for developing technology to detect and counter tunnels.
(e)
Reporting
(1)
Initial Report
The President shall submit to Congress a report that contains a copy of the memorandum of understanding or other formal agreement between the United States and Israel as described in subsection (b)(2)(A) or similar agreement described in subsection (c).
(2)
Quarterly Reports
The President shall submit to Congress a quarterly report that contains a copy of the most-recent quarterly report provided by the Government of Israel to the Department of Defense pursuant to subsection (b)(2)(B)(iv).
(3)
Comprehensive report
Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to Congress a report containing the following:
(A) Instances of tunnels being used to attack installations of the United States or allies of the United States.
(B) Trends or developments in tunnel attacks throughout the world.
(C) Key technologies used and challenges faced by potential adversaries of the United States with respect to using tunnels.
(D) The capabilities of the Department of Defense for defending fixed or forward locations from tunnel attacks.
(E) Partnerships entered into with allies of the United States under this section, and potential opportunities for increased partnerships with other allies with respect to researching tunnel detection technologies and the opportunities for co-development or co-production.
(F) The plans, including with respect to funding, of the Secretary for countering threats posed by tunnels.
1268.
Efforts of the Department of Defense to prevent and respond to gender-based violence globally
(a)
Findings and statement of policy
(1)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(A) Gender-based violence reaches every corner of the world, affecting millions of people ever year and one in three women in her lifetime. This epidemic not only undermines the safety, dignity, and human rights of the individual, family and community, it affects public health, economic stability, and security of nations, which in turn has a direct impact upon United States foreign policy, defense interests, democracy, governance, and peace-building efforts.
(B) With one of the largest international footprints in the United States government, the Department of Defense is an integral part of combating the epidemic of gender-based violence, especially in conflict regions.
(C) Section 7061 of the Joint Explanatory Statement of the Committee of Conference accompanying the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012 directed the Secretary of State and the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development to develop and submit to Congress a multi-year strategy to prevent and respond to gender-based violence.
(D) Executive Order No. 13623 of August 10, 2012 (77 Fed. Reg. 49345) established the United States Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence Globally, which required the Department of Defense to participate in an Interagency Working Group co-chaired by the Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development to implement the Strategy.
(E) The Joint Explanatory Statement of the Committee of Conference accompanying the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (H.R. 3979, Public Law 113–291), encouraged the Department of Defense to support the continued implementation of the United States Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence Globally and to participate in the Interagency Working Group.
(F) Executive Order No. 13623 requires within 3 years of August 12, 2012, that the Interagency Working Group shall complete a final evaluation of the Strategy and within 180 days of completing its final evaluation, the Interagency Working Group shall update or revise the Strategy to take into account the information learned and the progress made during and through the implementation of the Strategy.
(2)
Statement of policy
It is in the national security interest of the United States to—
(A) prevent gender-based violence which will promote regional and global stability and advance sustainable peace and security;
(B) have a multi-year strategy in place that will effectively prevent and respond to gender-based violence globally; and
(C) ensure that existing laws and regulations relating to the Department of Defense are fully implemented to prevent gender-based violence globally.
(b)
Requirement to continue implementation of a United States global strategy on gender-based violence prevention and response
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that the Department of Defense—
(1) continues to implement the United States Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence Globally, as appropriate; and
(2) pursuant to the intent laid out in Executive Order No. 13623, continues to participate in any Interagency Working Group described in subsection (a)(1)(D) or in interagency collaborative efforts to develop or update a United States Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence Globally, as appropriate
(c)
Department of Defense gender-based training
The Secretary of Defense is authorized to—
(1) provide training for the United States Armed Forces, Department of Defense personnel, and contractors and military observers on preventing and responding to violence against women and girls globally in conflict, post-conflict, and humanitarian relief settings; and
(2) utilize the Department of Defense’s operational capabilities to train professional foreign military, police forces, and judicial officials on preventing and responding to violence against women and girls globally.
(d)
Report
(1)
In general
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the specified congressional committees a report on efforts to prevent and respond to gender-based violence globally made under a United States strategy.
(2)
Content
The report required under paragraph (1) shall—
(A) describe the efforts of the Department of Defense in the Interagency Working Group described in subsection (a)(1)(D) to implement the international gender-based violence prevention and response strategy, funding allocations, programming, and associated outcomes; and
(B) provide an assessment of human and financial resources necessary to fulfill the purposes and duties of such strategy.
(3)
Public availability
The report required under paragraph (1) shall be made publicly accessible in a timely manner.
(4)
Definition
In this subsection, the term specified congressional committees means—
(A) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
1269.
Combating crime through intelligence capabilities
The Secretary of Defense is authorized to deploy assets, personnel, and resources to United States Southern Command, in coordination with the Joint Interagency Task Force South, to combat the following by supplying sufficient intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities:
(1) Transnational criminal organizations.
(2) Drug trafficking.
(3) Bulk shipments of narcotics or currency.
(4) Narco-terrorism and terrorist financing.
(5) Human trafficking.
(6) The presence and influence of Iran, Russia, and China in the Western Hemisphere.
(7) The national security threat posed by the presence and influence of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), Hezbollah, or any other foreign terrorist organization in the Western Hemisphere.
1270.
Limitation on availability of funds to implement the Arms Trade Treaty
(a)
In general
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Department of Defense may be obligated or expended to fund a Secretariat or any other international organization established to support the implementation of the Arms Trade Treaty, to sustain domestic prosecutions based on any charge related to the Treaty, or to implement the Treaty until the Senate approves a resolution of ratification for the Treaty and implementing legislation for the Treaty has been enacted into law.
(b)
Rule of construction
Nothing in this section shall be construed to preclude the Department of Defense from assisting foreign countries in bringing their laws, regulations, and practices related to export control up to United States standards.
1271.
Assessment of the military capability of the Republic of Cyprus
(a)
In general
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State shall jointly submit to the appropriate congressional committees an assessment of the military capability of the Republic of Cyprus to defend against threats to its national security, including threats posed by hostile foreign governments and international terrorist groups.
(b)
Matters to be included
The assessment required under subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) An analysis of the effect on the national security of Cyprus of the United States policy to deny applications for licenses and other approvals for the export of defense articles and defense services to the armed forces of Cyprus.
(2) An analysis of the extent to which such United States policy is consistent with overall United States security and policy objectives in the region.
(3) An assessment of the potential impact of lifting such United States policy.
(c)
Definition
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(1) the congressional defense committees; and
(2) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
1272.
Sense of congress on the defense relationship between the United States and the Republic of India
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The United States has an upgraded, strategic-plus relationship with India based on regional cooperation, space science cooperation, and defense cooperation.
(2) The defense relationship between the United States and the Republic of India is strengthened by the common commitment of both countries to democracy.
(3) The United States and the Republic of India share a common and long-standing commitment to civilian control of the military.
(4) The United States and the Republic of India have increasingly worked together on defense cooperation across a range of activities, exercises, initiatives, and research.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that the United States should—
(1) continue to expand defense cooperation with the Republic of India;
(2) welcome the role of the Republic of India in providing security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond;
(3) work cooperatively with the Republic of India on matters relating to our common defense;
(4) vigorously support the implementation of the United States-India Defense Framework Agreement; and
(3) support the India Defense Trade and Technology Initiative.
1273.
Sense of Congress on evacuation of United States citizens and nationals from Yemen
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The ongoing conflict in Yemen, including airstrikes conducted by Saudi Arabia and a no-fly zone imposed over Yemen by Saudi Arabia, has made it difficult for Yemeni-Americans to depart Yemen.
(2) United States citizen Jamal al-Labani of Hayward, California, was killed in Yemen after the closure of the United States Embassy while attempting to bring his pregnant wife and 2-year-daughter back to the United States.
(3) Over 550 Yemeni-Americans have registered as being unable to leave Yemen after the closure of the United States Embassy in Yemen in February 2015.
(4) In 2006, the Department of Defense helped the Department of State remove 15,000 Americans from Lebanon during Hezbollah’s war against Israel.
(5) Many other nations, including China, Ethiopia, India, and Russia are evacuating or have evacuated their citizens from Yemen.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that the President should exercise all available authorities as expeditiously as possible to evacuate United States citizens and nationals from Yemen.
1274.
Report on impact of any significant reduction in United States troop levels or materiel in Europe on NATO’s ability to credibly address external threats to any NATO member State
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) in order to demonstrate United States commitment to North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) allies, especially those NATO allies under pressure on the Eastern flank of the Alliance, and to enhance the United States deterrent presence and resolve to countering threats to NATO’s collective security, United States Armed Forces stationed and deployed in Europe should be increased in number and combat power; and
(2) the current and foreseeable security environment, as referenced in paragraph 12 of Section IV on Political-Military Matters of the Founding Act on Mutual Relations, Cooperation and Security between NATO and the Russian Federation (NATO-Russia Founding Act), has changed significantly since the signing of such Act in 1997 and thus such Act should not be read, interpreted, or implemented so as to constrain or in any way limit additional permanent stationing of substantial combat forces anywhere on the territory of any NATO member State in furtherance of NATO’s core mission of collective defense and other missions.
(b)
Report
(1)
In general
In order to ensure that the United States contribution to NATO’s core mission of collective defense remains robust and ready to meet any future challenges, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the impact of any significant reduction in United States troop levels or materiel in Europe on NATO’s ability to credibly deter, resist, and, if necessary, repel external threats to any NATO member State.
(2)
Deadline
The report required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted not later than 30 days prior to the date on which any significant reduction described in paragraph (1) is scheduled to take place.
(3)
Form
The report required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex if necessary to protect the national security interests of the United States.
(4)
Definition
In this subsection, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
1275.
Report on violence and cartel activity in Mexico
The Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on violence and cartel activity in Mexico and the impact of such on United States national security.
1276.
Report on actions to ensure Qatar is preventing terrorist leaders and financiers from operating in its country
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) Qatar is an important partner in the region and has played a significant role in fighting ISIS;
(2) Qatar has provided significant enablers to the United States in its wars in Iraq and Afghanistan by hosting United States forces;
(3) Qatar has unfortunately allowed the leaders of Hamas, a United States-designated foreign terrorist organization, to operate freely in its country;
(4) Qatar has also allowed United States-designated terrorist financiers to operate in its country; and
(5) the United States should do everything in its power to encourage Qatar to crack down on terrorist leaders and financiers who are operating in its country.
(b)
Report
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall submit to Congress a report on actions taken by the United States Government to ensure that Qatar is preventing terrorist leaders and financiers from operating in its country.
1277.
United States support for Jordan
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan remains a steadfast partner and the armed forces of Jordan are among the United States’ strongest military partners.
(2) Jordan’s civil and military leadership continue to provide a positive example of professionalism and moderation.
(3) The Colorado National Guard’s relationship with the Jordanian military provides a significant benefit to both the United States and Jordan.
(4) The armed forces of Jordan fought alongside United States forces in Afghanistan and are currently flying combat sorties as part of the counter-ISIL Coalition.
(5) Jordan continues to provide critical basing support for Operation Inherent Resolve missions.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) Jordan is one of our most important allies in the region and the United States should support Jordan’s military efforts to the greatest extent possible, including by providing military equipment and training; and
(2) the President should make every effort to ensure rapid responses to any military requests for assistance from Jordan.
1278.
Report on United States efforts to combat Boko Haram and support regional allies and other partners
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) combating Boko Haram is in the national security interest of the United States;
(2) the United States should support regional partners, including the African Union-authorized Multinational Joint Task Force, through training and advice and the provision of key enablers to strengthen operations against Boko Haram; and
(3) United States support for these regional efforts should be integrated into a comprehensive strategy to support security and stability in the region.
(b)
Report required
(1)
In general
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State shall jointly submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the following:
(A) An assessment of the threat of Boko Haram to United States national security interests.
(B) A description of United States efforts to combat Boko Haram, including the authorities to carry out such efforts and the roles and missions of the Department of Defense and Department of State.
(C) An assessment of the capabilities, shortfalls, and progress made by United States-supported regional partners, including the African Union-authorized Multinational Joint Task Force, to combat Boko Haram.
(D) A description of military equipment, supplies, training, and other defense articles and services, including by type, quantity, and prioritization of such items, required to combat Boko Haram effectively and the gaps within regional allies to engage in the mission to combat Boko Haram.
(E) A description of military equipment, supplies, training, and other defense articles and services, including by type, quantity, and actual or estimated delivery date, that the United States Government has provided, is providing, and plans to provide to regional allies and other partners to combat Boko Haram.
(2)
Form
The report required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified in form, but may contain a classified annex.
(3)
Definition
In this subsection, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
1279.
Sense of Congress on United States support for Tunisia
It is the sense of Congress that it is a national security priority of the United States to support the Republic of Tunisia and to cooperate with Tunisia by providing assistance to combat the growing terrorist threat from the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) or other terrorist organizations.
1280.
Sense of Congress on future of NATO and enlargement initiatives
(a)
Statement of policy
Congress declares that—
(1) the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has been the cornerstone of transatlantic security cooperation and an enduring instrument for promoting stability in Europe and around the world for over 65 years;
(2) the incorporation of the Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Albania, and Croatia has been essential to the success of NATO in this modern era;
(3) these countries have over time added to and strengthened the list of key European allies of the United States;
(4) since joining NATO, these member states have remained committed to the collective defense of the Alliance and have demonstrated their will and ability to contribute to transatlantic solidarity and assume increasingly more responsibility for international peace and security;
(5) since joining the Alliance, these NATO members states have contributed to numerous NATO-led peace, security, and stability operations, including participation in the International Security Assistance Force’s (ISAF) mission in Afghanistan;
(6) these NATO member states have become reliable partners and supporters of aspiring members and the United States recognizes their continued efforts to aid in further enlargement initiatives;
(7) at the 2014 Summit in Wales, NATO declared that The Open Door Policy under Article 10 of the Washington Treaty is one of the Alliance’s great successes.; and
(8) at the 2014 Summit in Wales, NATO declared that NATO’s door will remain open to all European democracies which share the values of our Alliance, which are willing and able to assume the responsibilities and obligations of membership, which are in a position to further the principles of the Treaty, and whose inclusion will contribute to the security of the North Atlantic area..
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the United States should—
(A) continue to work with aspirant countries to prepare such countries for entry into NATO;
(B) seek NATO membership for Montenegro;
(C) continue supporting a Membership Action Plan (MAP) for Georgia;
(D) encourage the leaders of Macedonia and Greece to find a mutually agreeable solution to the name dispute between the two countries;
(E) seek a Dayton II agreement to resolve the constitutional issues of Bosnia and Herzegovina;
(F) work with the Republic of Kosovo to prepare the country for entrance into the Partnership for Peace (PfP) program;
(G) take a leading role in working with NATO member states to identify, through consensus, the current and future security threats facing the Alliance; and
(H) take a leading role to work with NATO allies to ensure the Alliance maintains the required capabilities, including the gains in interoperability from combat in Afghanistan, necessary to meet the security threats to the Alliance;
(2) NATO member states should review defense spending to ensure sufficient funding is obligated to meet NATO responsibilities; and
(3) the United States should remain committed to maintaining a military presence in Europe as a means of promoting allied interoperability and providing visible assurance to NATO allies in the region.
XIII
Cooperative Threat Reduction
1301.
Specification of Cooperative Threat Reduction funds
(a)
Fiscal year 2016 cooperative threat reduction funds defined
In this title, the term fiscal year 2016 Cooperative Threat Reduction funds means the funds appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 1504 and made available by the funding table in section 4303 for the Department of Defense Cooperative Threat Reduction Program established under section 1321 of the Department of Defense Cooperative Threat Reduction Act (50 U.S.C. 3711).
(b)
Availability of funds
Funds appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 1504 and made available by the funding table in section 4303 for the Department of Defense Cooperative Threat Reduction Program shall be available for obligation for fiscal years 2016, 2017, and 2018.
1302.
Funding allocations
Of the $358,496,000 authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 in section 1504 and made available by the funding table in section 4303 for the Department of Defense Cooperative Threat Reduction Program established under section 1321 of the Department of Defense Cooperative Threat Reduction Act (50 U.S.C. 3711), the following amounts may be obligated for the purposes specified:
(1) For strategic offensive arms elimination, $1,289,000.
(2) For chemical weapons destruction, $942,000.
(3) For global nuclear security, $20,555,000.
(4) For cooperative biological engagement, $264,618,000.
(5) For proliferation prevention, $38,945,000.
(6) For threat reduction engagement, $2,827,000.
(7) For activities designated as Other Assessments/Administrative Costs, $29,320,000.
XIV
Other Authorizations
A
Military Programs
1401.
Working capital funds
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the use of the Armed Forces and other activities and agencies of the Department of Defense for providing capital for working capital and revolving funds, as specified in the funding table in section 4501.
1402.
National Defense Sealift Fund
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the National Defense Sealift Fund, as specified in the funding table in section 4501.
1403.
Chemical Agents and Munitions Destruction, Defense
(a)
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for Chemical Agents and Munitions Destruction, Defense, as specified in the funding table in section 4501.
(b)
Use
Amounts authorized to be appropriated under subsection (a) are authorized for—
(1) the destruction of lethal chemical agents and munitions in accordance with section 1412 of the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1986 (50 U.S.C. 1521); and
(2) the destruction of chemical warfare materiel of the United States that is not covered by section 1412 of such Act.
1404.
Drug Interdiction and Counter-Drug Activities, Defense-wide
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for Drug Interdiction and Counter-Drug Activities, Defense-wide, as specified in the funding table in section 4501.
1405.
Defense Inspector General
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for the Office of the Inspector General of the Department of Defense, as specified in the funding table in section 4501.
1406.
Defense Health Program
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the Defense Health Program, as specified in the funding table in section 4501, for use of the Armed Forces and other activities and agencies of the Department of Defense in providing for the health of eligible beneficiaries.
1407.
National Sea-Based Deterrence Fund
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the National Sea-Based Deterrence Fund, as specified in the funding table in section 4501.
B
National Defense Stockpile
1411.
Extension of date for completion of destruction of existing stockpile of lethal chemical agents and munitions
Section 1412(b)(3) of the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1986 (Public Law 99–145; 50 U.S.C. 1521) is amended by striking December 31, 2017 and inserting December 31, 2023.
C
Working-Capital Funds
1421.
Limitation on furlough of Department of Defense employees paid through working-capital funds
Section 2208 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(s)
Furlough of employees
(1) Except as provided under paragraph (2), the Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of a military department may not furlough any employee of the Department of Defense whose salary is funded by a working-capital fund unless the Secretary determines that—
(A) the working-capital fund is insolvent; or
(B) there are insufficient funds in the working-capital fund to pay the labor costs of the employee.
(2) The Secretary of Defense or the Secretary of a military department may waive the restriction under paragraph (1) if the Secretary determines such a waiver is in the interest of the national security of the United States.
(3) If the Secretary furloughs any employee referred to in paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to Congress, by no later than 30 days before initiating the furlough, notice of the furlough that includes a certification that, as a result of the proposed furlough, none of the work performed by any employee of the Department of Defense will be shifted to any Department of Defense civilian employee, contractor, or member of the Armed Forces.
(4) In this subsection, the term furlough means the placement, for nondisciplinary reasons, of an employee in a temporary status in which the employee has no duties and is not paid, but does not include administrative leave or an excused absence.
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1422.
Working-capital fund reserve account for petroleum market price fluctuations
Section 2208 of title 10, United States Code, as amended by section 1421, is further amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(t)
Market fluctuation account
(1) From amounts available for Working Capital Fund, Defense, the Secretary shall reserve up to $1,000,000,000, to remain available without fiscal year limitation, for petroleum market price fluctuations. Such amounts may only be disbursed if the Secretary determines such a disbursement is necessary to absorb volatile market changes in fuel prices without affecting the standard price charged for fuel.
(2) A budget request for the anticipated costs of fuel may not take into account the availability of funds reserved under paragraph (1).
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D
Other Matters
1431.
Authority for transfer of funds to Joint Department of Defense-Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Facility Demonstration Fund for Captain James A. Lovell Health Care Center, Illinois
(a)
Authority for transfer of funds
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated for section 1406 and available for the Defense Health Program for operation and maintenance, $120,387,000 may be transferred by the Secretary of Defense to the Joint Department of Defense–Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Facility Demonstration Fund established by subsection (a)(1) of section 1704 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2571). For purposes of subsection (a)(2) of such section 1704, any funds so transferred shall be treated as amounts authorized and appropriated specifically for the purpose of such a transfer.
(b)
Use of transferred funds
For the purposes of subsection (b) of such section 1704, facility operations for which funds transferred under subsection (a) may be used are operations of the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center, consisting of the North Chicago Veterans Affairs Medical Center, the Navy Ambulatory Care Center, and supporting facilities designated as a combined Federal medical facility under an operational agreement covered by section 706 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 122 Stat. 4500).
1432.
Authorization of appropriations for Armed Forces Retirement Home
There is hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 from the Armed Forces Retirement Home Trust Fund the sum of $64,300,000 for the operation of the Armed Forces Retirement Home.
XV
Authorization of Additional Appropriations for Overseas Contingency Operations
A
Authorization of Appropriations
1501.
Purpose
(a)
In general
The purpose of this subtitle is to authorize appropriations for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 to provide additional funds—
(1) for overseas contingency operations being carried out by the Armed Forces; and
(2) pursuant to section 1504, for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for operation and maintenance, as specified in the funding table in section 4303.
(b)
Support of base budget requirements; treatment
Funds identified in subsection (a)(2) are being authorized to be appropriated in support of base budget requirements as requested by the President for fiscal year 2016 pursuant to section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code. The Director of the Office of Management and Budget shall apportion the funds identified in such subsection to the Department of Defense without restriction, limitation, or constraint on the execution of such funds in support of base requirements, including any restriction, limitation, or constraint imposed by, or described in, the document entitled Criteria for War/Overseas Contingency Operations Funding Requests transmitted by the Director to the Department of Defense on September 9, 2010, or any successor or related guidance.
1502.
Procurement
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for procurement accounts for the Army, the Navy and the Marine Corps, the Air Force, and Defense-wide activities, as specified in the funding table in section 4102.
1503.
Research, development, test, and evaluation
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the use of the Department of Defense for research, development, test, and evaluation, as specified in the funding table in section 4202.
1504.
Operation and maintenance
(a)
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the use of the Armed Forces and other activities and agencies of the Department of Defense for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for operation and maintenance, as specified in—
(1) the funding table in section 4302, or
(2) the funding table in section 4303.
(b)
Condition on use of funds for Iraq and Syria Train and Equip programs
Amounts authorized to be appropriated by this section for the Syria and Iraq Train and Equip programs, as specified in the funding table in section 4302, may not be provided to any recipient that the Secretary of Defense has reported, pursuant to a quarterly progress report submitted pursuant to section 1209 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3541), as having misused provided training and equipment.
1505.
Military personnel
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the use of the Armed Forces and other activities and agencies of the Department of Defense for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for military personnel, as specified in the funding table in section 4402.
1506.
Working capital funds
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 for the use of the Armed Forces and other activities and agencies of the Department of Defense for providing capital for working capital and revolving funds, as specified in the funding table in section 4502.
1507.
Drug Interdiction and Counter-Drug Activities, Defense-wide
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for Drug Interdiction and Counter-Drug Activities, Defense-wide, as specified in the funding table in section 4502.
1508.
Defense Inspector General
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for the Office of the Inspector General of the Department of Defense, as specified in the funding table in section 4502.
1509.
Defense Health program
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2016 for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for the Defense Health Program, as specified in the funding table in section 4502.
B
Financial Matters
1521.
Treatment as additional authorizations
The amounts authorized to be appropriated by this title are in addition to amounts otherwise authorized to be appropriated by this Act.
1522.
Special transfer authority
(a)
Authority to transfer authorizations
(1)
Authority
Upon determination by the Secretary of Defense that such action is necessary in the national interest, the Secretary may transfer amounts of authorizations made available to the Department of Defense in this title for fiscal year 2016 between any such authorizations for that fiscal year (or any subdivisions thereof).
(2)
Effect of transfer
Amounts of authorizations transferred under this subsection shall be merged with and be available for the same purposes as the authorization to which transferred.
(3)
Limitations
The total amount of authorizations that the Secretary may transfer under the authority of this subsection may not exceed $3,500,000,000.
(4)
Exception
In the case of the authorization of appropriations contained in section 1504 that is provided for the purpose specified in section 1501(2), the transfer authority provided under section 1001, rather than the transfer authority provided by this subsection, shall apply to any transfer of amounts of such authorization.
(b)
Terms and Conditions
Transfers under this section shall be subject to the same terms and conditions as transfers under section 1001.
(c)
Additional Authority
The transfer authority provided by this section is in addition to the transfer authority provided under section 1001.
C
European Reassurance Initiative and Related Matters
1531.
Statement of policy regarding European Reassurance Initiative
(a)
Findings
Congress makes the following findings:
(1) In February 2015, Lieutenant General James Clapper (retired), Director of National Intelligence, testified to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate that Russian dominance over the former Soviet space is Russia’s highest foreign policy goal.
(2) Russia, under the direction of President Vladimir Putin, has demonstrated its intent to expand its sphere of influence beyond its borders and limit Western influence in the region.
(3) The Russian military is aggressively postured on the Ukrainian boarder and continues its buildup of military personnel and material. These aggressive and unwarranted actions serve to intimidate, with a show of force, the Ukrainian people as well as the other nations in the region including Georgia, the Baltic States, and the Balkan States.
(4) In December 2014, Congress enacted the Ukraine Freedom Support Act of 2014 (Public Law 113–272), which gives the President the authority to expand assistance to Ukraine, increase economic sanctions on Russia, and provide equipment to counter offensive weapons.
(5) In February 2015, the Atlantic Council, the Brookings Institute, and the Chicago Council on Global Affairs published a report entitled Preserving Ukraine’s Independence, Resisting Russian Aggression: What the United States and NATO Must Do advocating for increased United States assistance to Ukraine with nonlethal and lethal defensive equipment.
(6) Despite Russia signing the February 2015 Minsk Agreement, it has continued to violate the terms of the agreement, as noted by Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs, Victoria Nuland, at the German Marshall Fund Brussels Forum in March 2015: We’ve seen month on month, more lethal weaponry of a higher caliber...poured into Ukraine by the separatist Russian allies...the number one thing is for Russia to stop sending arms over the border so we can have real politics..
(7) The military of the Russian Federation continues to increase their show of force globally, including frequent international military flights, frequent snap exercises of thousands of Russian troops, increased global naval presence, and the threat of the use of nuclear weapons in defense of the annexation of Crimea in March 2014.
(8) The Government of the Russian Federation continues to exert and increase undue influence on the free will of sovereign nations and people with intimidation tactics, covert operations, cyber warfare, and other unconventional methods.
(9) In testimony to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives in February 2015, Commander of European Command, General Philip Breedlove, United States Air Force, stated that Russia has employed hybrid warfare...to illegally seize Crimea, foment separatist fever in several sovereign nations, and maintain frozen conflicts within its so-called sphere of influence or near abroad.
(10) The use of unconventional methods of warfare by Russia presents challenges to the United States and its partners and allies in addressing the threat.
(11) An enhanced United States military presence and readiness posture and the provision of security assistance in Europe are key elements to deterring further Russian aggression and reassuring United States allies and partners.
(12) In the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291), Congress authorized and appropriated $1 billion for the European Reassurance Initiative, which supports Operation Atlantic Resolve of the United States Armed Forces.
(13) The European Reassurance Initiative expands United States military presence in Europe, through—
(A) bolstered and continual United States military presence;
(B) bilateral and multilateral exercises with partners and allies;
(C) improved infrastructure;
(D) increased prepositioning of United States equipment throughout Europe; and
(E) building partnership capacity for allies and partners.
(14) The European Reassurance Initiative has served as a valuable tool in strengthening the partnerships with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) as well as partnerships with non-member allies in the region.
(15) As a result of the NATO 2014 Summit in Wales, NATO has initiated a Readiness Action Plan to increase partner nation funding and resourcing to combat Russian aggression. NATO’s efforts with the Readiness Action Plan and United States investment in regional security through the European Reassurance Initiative will serve to continue and reinforce the strength and fortitude of the alliance against nefarious actors.
(16) The President’s Budget Request for fiscal year 2016 includes $789.3 million to continue the European Reassurance Initiative focus on increased United States military troop rotations in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve, maintaining and further expanding increasing regional exercises, and building partnership capacity.
(b)
Statement of policy
It is the policy of the United States to continue and expand its efforts in Europe to reassure United States allies and partners and deter further aggression and intimidation by the Russian Government, in order to enhance security and stability in the region. This policy shall include—
(1) continued use of conventional methods, including increased United States military presence in Europe, exercises and training with allies and partners, increasing infrastructure, prepositioning of United States military equipment in Europe, and building partnership capacity;
(2) increased emphasis on countering unconventional warfare methods in areas such as cyber warfare, economic warfare, information operations, and intelligence operations, including increased efforts in the development of strategy, operational concepts, capabilities, and technologies; and
(3) increased security assistance to allies and partners in Europe, including the provision of both non-lethal equipment and lethal equipment of a defensive nature to Ukraine.
1532.
Assistance and sustainment to the military and national security forces of Ukraine
(a)
Authority to provide assistance
The Secretary of Defense is authorized, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, to provide assistance, including training, equipment, lethal weapons of a defensive nature, logistics support, supplies and services, and sustainment to the military and national security forces of Ukraine, through September 30, 2016, to assist the government of Ukraine for the following purposes:
(1) Securing its sovereign territory against foreign aggressors.
(2) Protecting and defending the Ukrainian people from attacks posed by Russian-backed separatists.
(3) Promoting the conditions for a negotiated settlement to end the conflict.
(b)
Notice before provision of assistance
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section, not more than 10 percent of such funds may be obligated or expended until not later than 15 days after the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, submits to the appropriate congressional committees a report in unclassified form with a classified annex as appropriate that contains a description of the plan for providing such assistance, including a description of the types of training and equipment to be provided, the estimated number and role of United States Armed Forces personnel involved, the potential or actual locations of any training, and any other relevant details.
(c)
Quarterly reports
Not later than 105 days after the date on which the Secretary of Defense submits the report required in subsection (b), and every 90 days thereafter, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, shall provide to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the activities carried out under this section. Such report shall include a description of the following:
(1) Updates or changes to the plan required under subsection (b).
(2) A description of the forces provided with training, equipment, or other assistance under this section during the preceding 90-day period.
(3) A description of the equipment provided under this section during the preceding 90-day period, including a detailed breakout of any lethal assistance provided.
(4) A statement of the amount of funds expended during the preceding 90-day period.
(d)
Vetting
The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, shall ensure that all assistance provided under this section is carried out in full accordance with the provisions of section 2249e of title 10, United States Code.
(e)
Definition
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(1) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives; and
(2) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Foreign Relations, and the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate.
(f)
Funding
Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 by this title for overseas contingency operations, $200,000,000 shall be available to carry out this section.
(g)
Authority To accept contributions
The Secretary of Defense may accept and retain contributions, including in-kind contributions, from foreign governments, to provide assistance authorized under subsection (a). Any funds so accepted by the Secretary may be credited to the account from which funds are made available to provide assistance authorized under subsection (a) and may remain available to provide assistance authorized under subsection (a) until September 30, 2016.
(h)
Rule of construction
Nothing in this section shall be construed to constitute a specific statutory authorization for the introduction of United States Armed Forces into hostilities or into situations in which hostilities are clearly indicated by the circumstances.
(i)
Relationship to existing authorities
Assistance provided under the authority of subsection (a) shall be subject to the non-transfer and end-use provisions of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2751 et seq.) and the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2151 et seq.).
D
Limitations, Reports, and Other Matters
1541.
Continuation of existing limitation on use of Afghanistan Security Forces Fund
(a)
In general
Funds available to the Department of Defense for the Afghanistan Security Forces Fund for fiscal year 2016 shall be subject to the conditions contained in subsections (b) through (g) of section 1513 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110–181; 122 Stat. 428), as amended by section 1531(b) of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Public Law 111–383; 124 Stat. 4424).
(b)
Promotion of Recruitment and Retention of Women
(1)
In general
Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated in this Act for fiscal year 2016 for the Afghanistan Security Forces Fund, there are authorized to be appropriated $50,000,000 to be used for the recruitment and retention of women in the Afghanistan National Security Forces, including modification of facilities of the Ministry of the Interior and Ministry of Defense to accommodate female service members and police.
(2)
Rule of construction
Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to modify the distribution of funds for programs and activities supported using the Afghanistan Security Forces Fund, but rather shall ensure attention to recruitment and retention of women within each program and activity.
(c)
Inventory and plan required
(1)
Inventory
Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, shall submit to the specified congressional committees an inventory of the facilities and services of the Afghan Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of the Interior that are lacking in adequate resources for Afghan female service members and police, including resources relating to training, improvement to buildings, transportation, security equipment, and new construction.
(2)
Plan
Not later than 60 days after the submission of the inventory required under paragraph (1), the Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, shall submit to the specified committees a plan to address the shortcomings of those facilities and services that the Secretaries consider to be most significant. In developing the plan, the Secretaries shall, to the extent possible, utilize amounts authorized to be appropriated under subsection (b) to promote the recruitment and retention of Afghan female service members and police. The Secretaries shall also identify any additional funding shortcomings that would be required to fully address the identified shortcomings of those facilities and services.
(3)
Updates
The Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, shall submit to the specified congressional committees updates to the inventory required under paragraph (1) and plan required under paragraph (2) at the same time the President submits the budget under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code, for each fiscal year each year through fiscal year 2020.
(4)
Definition
In this subsection, the term specified congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
1542.
Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Fund
(a)
Use and transfer of funds
Subsections (b) and (c) of section 1514 of the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 (Public Law 109–364; 120 Stat. 2439), as in effect before the amendments made by section 1503 of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (Public Law 110–417; 122 Stat. 4649), but as modified by section 1533(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3615), shall apply to the funds made available for fiscal year 2016—
(1) to the Department of Defense for the Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Fund; or
(2) to the Director of the successor defense agency to the Joint Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Organization.
(b)
Extension of interdiction of improvised explosive device precursor chemicals authority
Section 1532(c)(4) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2057), as most recently amended by section 1533(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act For Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3616), is amended by striking December 31, 2015 and inserting December 31, 2016.
(c)
Repeal of Timeline Requirement for Consolidation of funding sources for Rapid Acquisition Organizations
Paragraph (3) of section 1533(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act For Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3615) is amended to read as follows:
(3)
Plan implementation
The plan required by this subsection shall include a timeline for implementation of the consolidation and alignment decisions contained in the plan.
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(d)
Repeal of prohibition on use of funds
Subsection (d) of section 1533 of the National Defense Authorization Act For Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3616) is repealed.
(e)
Technical correction
Section 1533(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act For Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3615) is amended by striking as amended by subsection (b) and inserting as modified by subsection (b).
1543.
Comptroller General report on use of funds provided for overseas contingency operations
The Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to Congress a report on how funds authorized to be appropriated for overseas contingency operations were ultimately used.
XVI
Strategic Programs, Cyber, and Intelligence Matters
A
Space Activities
1601.
Major force program and budget for national security space programs
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) National security space capabilities are a key element of the national defense of the United States.
(2) Because of increasing foreign threats, the national security space advantage of the United States is facing the most challenging environment it has ever faced.
(3) To modernize and fully address the growing threat to the national security space advantage of the United States, further action is necessary to strengthen national security space leadership, management, and organization.
(4) Congress and independent expert commissions have previously stated the importance of establishing a major force program for space with separate authorities, as one of the elements to strengthen national security space.
(b)
Budget matters
(1)
In general
Chapter 9 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
239.
National security space programs: major force program and budget assessment
(a)
Establishment of major force program
The Secretary of Defense shall establish a unified major force program for national security space programs pursuant to section 222(b) of this title to prioritize national security space activities in accordance with the requirements of the Department of Defense and national security.
(b)
Budget assessment
(1) The Secretary shall include with the defense budget materials for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2020 a report on the budget for national security space programs of the Department of Defense.
(2) Each report on the budget for national security space programs of the Department of Defense under paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) An overview of the budget, including—
(i) a comparison between that budget, the previous budget, the most recent and prior future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of this title, and the amounts appropriated for such programs during the previous fiscal year; and
(ii) the specific identification, as a budgetary line item, for the funding under such programs.
(B) An assessment of the budget, including significant changes, priorities, challenges, and risks.
(C) Any additional matters the Secretary determines appropriate.
(3) Each report under paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may include a classified annex.
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term budget, with respect to a fiscal year, means the budget for that fiscal year that is submitted to Congress by the President under section 1105(a) of title 31.
(2) The term defense budget materials, with respect to a fiscal year, means the materials submitted to Congress by the Secretary of Defense in support of the budget for that fiscal year.
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(2)
Plan
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a plan to carry out the unified major force program designation required by section 239(a) of title 10, United States Code, as added by paragraph (1), including any recommendations for legislative action the Secretary determines appropriate.
(3)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter 9 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 238 the following new item:
239. National security space programs: major force program and budget assessment.
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1602.
Modification to development of space science and technology strategy
Section 2272 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:
2272.
Space science and technology strategy: coordination
The Secretary of Defense and the Director of National Intelligence shall jointly develop and implement a space science and technology strategy and shall review and, as appropriate, revise the strategy biennially. Functions of the Secretary under this section shall be carried out jointly by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering and the official of the Department of Defense designated as the Department of Defense Executive Agent for Space.
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1603.
Rocket propulsion system development program
(a)
Streamlined acquisition
Section 1604 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291) is amended—
(1) by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (d); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (b) the following new subsection:
(c)
Streamlined acquisition
In developing the rocket propulsion system required under subsection (a), the Secretary shall—
(1) use a streamlined acquisition approach, including tailored documentation and review processes, that enables the effective, efficient, and expedient transition from the use of non-allied space launch engines to a domestic alternative for national security space launches; and
(2) prior to establishing such acquisition approach, establish well-defined requirements with a clear acquisition strategy.
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(b)
Availability of funds
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the rocket propulsion system required by section 1604 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291), the Secretary of Defense may obligate or expend such funds only for the development of such system, and the necessary interfaces to the launch vehicle, to replace non-allied space launch engines by 2019 as required by such section.
(c)
Briefing
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall provide to the Committees on Armed Services of the House of Representatives and the Senate (and make available to any other congressional defense committee) a briefing on the streamlined acquisition approach, requirements, and acquisition strategy required under subsection (c) of section 1604 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291), as inserted by subsection (a).
1604.
Modification to prohibition on contracting with Russian suppliers of rocket engines for the evolved expendable launch vehicle program
Section 1608 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3626; 10 U.S.C. 2271 note) is amended to read as follows:
1608.
Prohibition on contracting with Russian suppliers of rocket engines for the evolved expendable launch vehicle program
(a)
Prohibitions
(1)
Award or renewal of contract
Except as provided by subsections (b) and (c), beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense may not award or renew a contract for the procurement of property or services for space launch activities under the evolved expendable launch vehicle program if such contract carries out such space launch activities using rocket engines designed or manufactured in the Russian Federation.
(2)
Modification of certain contract
Except as provided by subsection (b), beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary may not modify the contract specified in subsection (c)(1)(A) if such modification increases the number of cores procured under such contract to a total of more than 35.
(b)
Waiver
The Secretary may waive one or both of the prohibitions under paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (a) with respect to a contract for the procurement of property or services for space launch activities if the Secretary determines, and certifies to the congressional defense committees not later than 30 days before the waiver takes effect, that—
(1) the waiver is necessary for the national security interests of the United States; and
(2) the space launch services and capabilities covered by the contract could not be obtained at a fair and reasonable price without the use of rocket engines designed or manufactured in the Russian Federation.
(c)
Exception
(1)
In general
The prohibition in subsection (a)(1) shall not apply to either—
(A) the placement of orders or the exercise of options under the contract numbered FA8811–13–C–0003 and awarded on December 18, 2013; or
(B) subject to paragraph (2), a contract awarded for the procurement of property or services for space launch activities that includes the use of rocket engines designed or manufactured in the Russian Federation if, prior to February 1, 2014, the contractor had fully paid for such rocket engines or had entered into a contract to procure such rocket engines.
(2)
Certification
The Secretary may not award or renew a contract for the procurement of property or services for space launch activities described in paragraph (1)(B) unless the Secretary, upon the advice of the General Counsel of the Department of Defense, certifies to the congressional defense committees that the offeror has provided to the Secretary sufficient documentation to conclusively demonstrate that the offeror meets the requirements of such paragraph.
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1605.
Delegation of authority regarding purchase of Global Positioning System user equipment
Section 913 of the Ike Skelton National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (10 U.S.C. 2281 note) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(d)
Limitation on delegation of waiver authority
The Secretary of Defense may not delegate the authority to make a waiver under subsection (c) to an official below the level of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics.
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1606.
Acquisition strategy for evolved expendable launch vehicle program
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the Secretary of the Air Force needs to develop an updated phased acquisition strategy and contracting plan for the evolved expendable launch vehicle program;
(2) beyond the contractual requirements as of the date of the enactment of this Act, in recognition of the emerging competitive environment, the acquisition strategy and contracting plan should eliminate the currently structured evolved expendable launch vehicle launch capability arrangement;
(3) in further recognition of the emerging competitive environment, the Secretary should acquire launch services in a manner consistent with a full and open competition;
(4) the Secretary should be consistent and fair with evolved expendable launch vehicle providers regarding the requirement for certified cost and pricing data, selection of contract types, and the appropriate audits to protect the taxpayer; and
(5) the Secretary should—
(A) consider various contracting approaches, including launch capability arrangements with multiple certified providers, to meet the objectives identified in the acquisition strategy developed under subsection (d); and
(B) continue to provide the necessary stability in budgeting and acquisition of capabilities as well as the flexibility to the Federal Government to appropriately manage the launch manifest in case of delays in the delivery of satellites or other changes to mission requirements.
(b)
Treatment of certain arrangement
(1)
Discontinuation
The Secretary of the Air Force shall discontinue the evolved expendable launch vehicle launch capability arrangement, as structured as of the date of the enactment of this Act, by the later of—
(A) the date on which the Secretary determines that the obligations of the contracts relating to such arrangement, as of the date of the enactment of this Act, have been met; or
(B) December 31, 2020.
(2)
Waiver
The Secretary may waive paragraph (1) if the Secretary—
(A) determines that such waiver is necessary for the national security interests of the United States;
(B) notifies the congressional defense committees of such waiver; and
(C) a period of 90 days has elapsed following the date of such notification.
(c)
Consistent standards
In accordance with section 2306a of title 10, United States Code, the Secretary shall—
(1) apply consistent and appropriate standards to certified evolved expendable launch vehicle providers with respect to certified cost and pricing data; and
(2) conduct the appropriate audits.
(d)
Acquisition strategy
In accordance with subsections (b) and (c) and section 2273 of title 10, United States Code, the Secretary shall develop and carry out a ten-year phased acquisition strategy, including near and long term, for the evolved expendable launch vehicle program.
(e)
Elements
The acquisition strategy under subsection (d) for the evolved expendable launch vehicle program shall establish a contracting plan for such program that uses competitive procedures (as defined in section 2302 of title 10, United States Code) and ensures that a contract awarded for launch services, capability, or infrastructure—
(1) provides the necessary—
(A) stability in budgeting and acquisition of capabilities; and
(B) flexibility to the Federal Government; and
(2) specifically takes into account the effect of—
(A) all contracts entered into by the Federal Government with, and any assistance provided by the Federal Government to, certified evolved expendable launch vehicle providers, including the evolved expendable launch vehicle launch capability;
(B) the requirements of the Department of Defense, including with respect to launch capabilities and pricing data, that are met by such providers;
(C) the cost of integrating a satellite onto a launch vehicle; and
(D) any other matters the Secretary considers appropriate.
(f)
Competition
In awarding any contract for launch services in a national security space mission pursuant to a competitive acquisition, the evaluation shall account for the value of the evolved expendable launch vehicle launch capability arrangement per contract line item numbers in the bid price of the offeror as appropriate per launch.
(g)
Report
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees, the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives, and the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate a report on the acquisition strategy developed under subsection (d).
1607.
Procurement of wideband satellite communications
(a)
Acquisition agent
Except as provided by subsection (b)(1), not later than September 30, 2016, the Secretary of Defense shall designate a single senior official of the Department of Defense to procure wideband satellite communications necessary to meet the requirements of the Department of Defense for such communications, including with respect to military and commercial satellite communications.
(b)
Exception
(1)
In general
Notwithstanding subsection (a), an official described in paragraph (2) may carry out the procurement of commercial wideband satellite communications if the official determines that such procurement is required to meet an urgent need.
(2)
Official described
An official described in this paragraph is any of the following:
(A) A Secretary of a military department.
(B) The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics.
(C) The Chief Information Office of the Department of Defense.
(D) A commander of a combatant command.
(3)
Annual reports
Not later than March 1, 2017, and each year thereafter through 2021, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on procurement carried out under paragraph (1) during the year prior to the submission of the report, including—
(A) a brief description of the urgent need fulfilled by each such procurement;
(B) the date and length of the contract of each such procurement; and
(C) the value of each such contract.
(c)
Plan
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a plan for the Secretary to meet the requirements of the Department of Defense for satellite communications, including with respect to—
(1) the roles and responsibilities of officials of the Department; and
(2) carrying out subsections (a) and (b).
1608.
Limitation on availability of funds for weather satellite follow-on system
(a)
Limitation
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for research, development, test, and evaluation, Air Force, for the weather satellite follow-on system may be obligated or expended until the date on which—
(1) the Secretary of Defense provides to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the plan developed under subsection (b); and
(2) the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff certifies to the congressional defense committees that such plan will—
(A) meet the requirements of the Department of Defense for cloud characterization and theater weather imagery; and
(B) not negatively affect the commanders of the combatant commands.
(b)
Plan required
The Secretary shall develop a plan to address the requirements of the Department of Defense for cloud characterization and theater weather imagery.
1609.
Modification of pilot program for acquisition of commercial satellite communication services
Section 1605 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291) is amended—
(1) in subsection (a)—
(A) in paragraph (1), by striking may develop and all that follows through funds by the Secretary and inserting shall develop and carry out a pilot program; and
(B) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(4)
Methods
In carrying out the pilot program under paragraph (1), the Secretary may use a variety of methods authorized by law to effectively and efficiently acquire commercial satellite communications services, including by carrying out multiple pathfinder activities under the pilot program.
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(2) in subsection (d)—
(A) in the heading, by striking Reports.— and inserting Reports and briefings.—;
(B) in paragraph (1)—
(i) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking 90 days and inserting 270 days;
(ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking ; or and inserting ; and; and
(iii) by amending subparagraph (B) to read as follows:
(B) a description of the appropriate metrics established by the Secretary to meet the goals of the pilot program.
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(C) by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3);
(D) by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new paragraph (2):
(2) At the same time as the President submits to Congress the budget pursuant to section 1105 of title 31, for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2020, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the pilot program.
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(E) in paragraph (3) (as redesignated by subparagraph (C))—
(i) in subparagraph (A), by striking expanding the use of working capital funds to effectively and efficiently acquire and inserting the pilot program and whether the pilot program effectively and efficiently acquires; and
(ii) subparagraph (B)(ii), by striking working capital funds as described in subparagraph (A) and inserting the pilot program.
1610.
Prohibition on reliance on China and Russia for space-based weather data
(a)
Prohibition
The Secretary of Defense shall ensure that the Department of Defense does not rely on, or in the future plan to rely on, space-based weather data provided by the Government of China, the Government of Russia, or an entity owned or controlled by the Government of China or the Government of Russia for national security purposes.
(b)
Certification
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a certification that the Secretary is in compliance with the prohibition under subsection (a).
1611.
Evaluation of exploitation of space-based infrared system against additional threats
(a)
Evaluation
The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics, in cooperation with the Secretary of the Navy, the Secretary of the Air Force, and the Director of National Intelligence, shall conduct an evaluation of the space-based infrared system to detect, track, and target, or to develop the capability to detect, track and target, the full range of threats to the United States, deployed members of the Armed Forces, and the allies of the United States.
(b)
Submission
Not later than December 31, 2016, the Under Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees, the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives, and the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate the evaluation under subsection (a).
1612.
Plan on full integration and exploitation of overhead persistent infrared capability
(a)
Plan
Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Commander of the United States Strategic Command and the Director of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation shall jointly submit to the appropriate congressional committees a plan for the integration of overhead persistent infrared capabilities to support the missions specified in subsection (b)(1).
(b)
Elements
The plan under subsection (a) shall—
(1) ensure that all overhead persistent infrared capabilities of the United States, including such capabilities that are planned to be developed, are integrated to allow for such capabilities to be exploited to support the requirements of the missions of the Department of Defense relating to—
(A) battle damage assessment;
(B) battlespace assessment;
(C) technical intelligence;
(D) strategic missile warning;
(E) tactical missile warning;
(F) missile defense tracking, fire control, and kill assessment; and
(G) collection of weather data; and
(2) establish clear benchmarks by which to establish acquisition plans, manning, and budget requirements.
(c)
Annual determination
The Secretary of Defense shall include, together with, or not later than 30 days after, the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the budget of the Department of Defense for a fiscal year (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code), a written determination of how the plan under subsection (a) is being implemented.
(d)
Appropriate congressional committees defined
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(1) the congressional defense committees; and
(2) the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives and the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate.
1613.
Options for rapid space reconstitution
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the United States Strategic Command has identified needs to rapidly reconstitute or replenish critical space capabilities;
(2) in accordance with section 915 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 826), the Department of Defense Executive Agent for Space is currently conducting a study and developing a plan regarding responsive launch in accordance with warfighter requirements; and
(3) rapid launch should avoid the creation of new Department of Defense-owned and operated infrastructure.
(b)
Evaluation
The Secretary of Defense shall evaluate options for the use of current assets of the Department of Defense for the purpose of rapid reconstitution of critical space-based warfighter enabling capabilities.
(c)
Briefing
Not later than March 31, 2016, the Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the evaluation conducted under subsection (b), including development timelines, a test plan, and technology readiness levels of key systems and technologies.
1614.
Sense of Congress on space defense
It is the sense of Congress that, as outlined in the National Space Policy of 2010, the United States should employ a variety of measures to help assure the use of space for all responsible parties, and, consistent with the inherent right of self-defense, deter others from interference and attack, defend the space systems of the United States and contribute to the defense of allied space systems, and, if deterrence fails, defeat efforts to attack them.
1615.
Sense of Congress on missile defense sensors in space
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The Missile Defense Agency has run a successful space sensor program with the space tracking and surveillance system.
(2) The Missile Defense Agency is now executing a promising and ground-breaking space sensor system called space-based kill assessment.
(3) The future missile defense architecture will require significantly improved sensors in space to provide tracking, discrimination, and more.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that a robust multi-mission space sensor network will be vital to ensuring a strong missile defense system.
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Defense Intelligence and Intelligence-Related Activities
1621.
Executive agent for open-source intelligence tools
(a)
Executive agent
Subchapter I of chapter 21 of title 10, United States Code, as amended by section 1082, is further amended by adding at the end the following new section:
430b.
Executive agent for open-source intelligence tools
(a)
Designation
Not later than April 1, 2016, the Secretary of Defense shall designate a senior official of the Department of Defense to serve as the executive agent for the Department for open-source intelligence tools.
(b)
Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities
(1) Not later than July 1, 2016, in accordance with Directive 5101.1, the Secretary shall prescribe the roles, responsibilities, and authorities of the executive agent designated under subsection (a).
(2) The roles and responsibilities of the executive agent designated under subsection (a) shall include the following:
(A) Developing and maintaining a comprehensive list of open-source intelligence tools and technical standards.
(B) Establishing priorities for the integration of open-source intelligence tools into the intelligence enterprise, and other command and control systems as needed.
(C) Certifying all open-source intelligence tools with respect to compliance with the standards required by the framework and guidance for the Intelligence Community Information Technology Enterprise, the Defense Intelligence Information Enterprise, and the Joint Information Environment.
(E) Performing such other assessments or analyses as the Secretary considers appropriate.
(c)
Support within Department of Defense
In accordance with Directive 5101.1, the Secretary shall ensure that the military departments, Defense Agencies, and other components of the Department of Defense provide the executive agent designated under subsection (a) with the appropriate support and resources needed to perform the roles, responsibilities, and authorities of the executive agent.
(d)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term Directive 5101.1 means Department of Defense Directive 5101.1, or any successor directive relating to the responsibilities of an executive agent of the Department of Defense.
(2) The term executive agent has the meaning given the term DoD Executive Agent in Directive 5101.1.
(3) The term open-source intelligence tools means tools regarding relevant information derived from the systematic collection, processing, and analysis of publicly available information in response to known or anticipated intelligence requirements.
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(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such subchapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 430a, as added by section 1082, the following new item:
430b. Executive agent for open-source intelligence tools.
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1622.
Waiver and congressional notification requirements related to facilities for intelligence collection or for special operations abroad
(a)
Addition of congressional notification requirement
Section 2682(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by inserting (1) before The Secretary of Defense; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(2) Not later than 48 hours after using the waiver authority under paragraph (1) for any facility for intelligence collection conducted under the authorities of the Department of Defense or special operations activity, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees, the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate, and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives written notification of the use of the authority, including the justification for the waiver and the estimated cost of the project for which the waiver applies.
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(b)
Codification of sunset provision
(1)
Codification
Section 2682(c) of title 10, United States Code, is further amended by inserting after paragraph (2), as added by subsection (a)(2), the following new paragraph:
(3) The waiver authority provided by paragraph (1) expires December 31, 2017.
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(2)
Conforming repeal
Subsection (b) of section 926 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1541; 10 U.S.C. 2682 note) is repealed.
1623.
Prohibition on National Intelligence Program consolidation
(a)
Prohibition
No amounts authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available to the Department of Defense may be used during the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act and ending on December 31, 2016, to execute—
(1) the separation of the National Intelligence Program budget from the Department of Defense budget;
(2) the consolidation of the National Intelligence Program budget within the Department of Defense budget; or
(3) the establishment of a new appropriations account or appropriations account structure for the National Intelligence Program budget.
(b)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
National intelligence program
The term National Intelligence Program has the meaning given the term in section 3 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003).
(2)
National intelligence program budget
The term National Intelligence Program budget means the portions of the Department of Defense budget designated as part of the National Intelligence Program.
1624.
Limitation on availability of funds for Distributed Common Ground System of the Army
(a)
Limitation
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for research, development, test, and evaluation, Army, for the distributed common ground system of the Army, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or expended until the Secretary of the Army—
(1) conducts a review of the program planning for the distributed common ground system of the Army; and
(2) submits to the appropriate congressional committees the report under subsection (b)(1).
(b)
Report
(1)
In general
The Secretary shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the review of the distributed common ground system of the Army conducted under subsection (a)(1).
(2)
Matters included
The report under paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) A review of the segmentation of the distributed common ground system program of the Army into discrete software components with the associated requirements of each component.
(B) Identification of each component of Increment 2 of the distributed common ground system of the Army for which commercial software exists that is capable of fulfilling most or all of the system requirements for each such component.
(C) A cost analysis of each such commercial software that compares performance with projected cost.
(D) Validation of the degree to which commercial software solutions are compliant with the standards required by the framework and guidance for the Intelligence Community Information Technology Enterprise, the Defense Intelligence Information Enterprise, and the Joint Information Environment.
(E) Identification of each component of Increment 2 of the distributed common ground system of the Army that the Secretary determines may be acquired through competitive means.
(F) An acquisition plan that prioritizes the acquisition of commercial software components, including a data integration layer, in time to meet the projected deployment schedule for Increment 2 of the distributed common ground system of the Army.
(G) A review of the timetable for the distributed common ground system program of the Army in order to determine whether there is a practical, executable acquisition strategy, including the use of operational capability demonstrations, that could lead to an initial operating capability of Increment 2 of the distributed common ground system of the Army prior to fiscal year 2017.
(c)
Appropriate congressional committees defined
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(1) the congressional defense committees; and
(2) the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives and the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate.
1625.
Limitation on availability of funds for Distributed Common Ground System of the United States Special Operations Command
(a)
Limitation
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for research, development, test, and evaluation, Defense-wide, for the United States Special Operations Command for the distributed common ground system, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or expended until the Commander of the United States Special Operations Command—
(1) conducts a review of the program planning for the elements of the distributed common ground system special operations forces program, including the initiative known as DCGS-Lite; and
(2) submits to the appropriate congressional committees the report under subsection (b)(1).
(b)
Report
(1)
In general
The Commander shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the review of the distributed common ground system conducted under subsection (a)(1).
(2)
Matters included
The report under paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(A) A review of the segmentation of the distributed common ground system special operations forces program into discrete software components with the associated requirements of each component.
(B) Identification of each component of the distributed common ground system special operations forces program for which commercial software exists that is capable of fulfilling most or all of the system requirements for each such component.
(C) A cost analysis of each such commercial software that compares performance with projected cost.
(D) Validation of the degree to which commercial software solutions are compliant with the standards required by the framework and guidance for the Intelligence Community Information Technology Enterprise, the Defense Intelligence Information Enterprise, and the Joint Information Environment.
(E) Identification of each component of the distributed common ground system special operations forces program that the Commander determines may be acquired through competitive means.
(F) An assessment of the extent to which elements of the distributed common ground system special operations forces program could be modified to increase commercial acquisition opportunities.
(G) An acquisition plan that uses commercial software components in order to lead to initial operating capability prior to fiscal year 2017.
1626.
Limitation on availability of funds for Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Department of Defense for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence, not more than 75 percent may be obligated or expended for such Office until the Secretary of Defense identifies the intelligence gaps and establishes the written policy required by section 922 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 828).
1627.
Clarification of annual briefing on the intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance requirements of the combatant commands
Paragraph (1)(A) of section 1626 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3635) is amended by striking each of the and inserting the United States Special Operations Command and each of the other.
1628.
Department of Defense intelligence needs
(a)
Report
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of National Intelligence shall submit to the congressional defense committees and the congressional intelligence committees a report on how the Director ensures that the National Intelligence Program budgets for the elements of the intelligence community that are within the Department of Defense are adequate to satisfy the national intelligence needs of the Department as required under section 102A(p) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3024(p)). Such report shall include a description of how the Director incorporates the needs of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the commanders of the unified and specified commands into the metrics used to evaluate the performance of the elements of the intelligence community that are within the Department of Defense in conducting intelligence activities funded under the National Intelligence Program.
(b)
Definitions
In this section, the terms congressional intelligence committees, intelligence community, and National Intelligence Program have the meanings given such terms in section 3 of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003).
1629.
Report on management of certain programs of Defense intelligence elements
(a)
Report
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report on the management of science and technology research and development programs and foreign materiel exploitation programs of Defense intelligence elements.
(b)
Matters included
The report under subsection (a) shall include the following:
(1) An assessment of the management of each Defense intelligence element that is responsible for work relating to the programs described in subsection (a), including with respect to the policies, procedures, and organizational structures of such element relating to the management and coordination of such work across such elements.
(2) Recommendations to improve the coordination and organization of such elements.
(3) Identification of options for realigning such elements within the Department of Defense to better meet the needs of the Department and reduce unnecessary overhead.
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees;
(B) the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives; and
(C) the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate.
(2) The term Defense intelligence element has the meaning given that term in section 429(e) of title 10, United States Code.
1630.
Government Accountability Office review of intelligence input to the defense acquisition process
(a)
Review
The Comptroller General of the United States shall carry out a comprehensive review of the processes and procedures for the integration of intelligence into the defense acquisition process, consistent with the provision of classified information, and intelligence sources and methods.
(b)
Requirements
The review required by subsection (a) shall—
(1) identify processes and procedures for the integration of intelligence into the decision process, including with respect to the staffing and training of Defense intelligence personnel assigned to program offices, for the acquisition of weapon systems from initial requirements through the milestones process and upon final delivery; and
(2) include a review of processes and procedures for—
(A) the integration of intelligence on foreign capabilities into the acquisition process from initial requirement through deployment;
(B) identifying opportunities for weapons systems to collect intelligence, without regard to whether that is the primary mission of such systems, and the plans for exploiting the collection of such intelligence; and
(C) assessing the requirements weapon systems will place on the Defense Intelligence Enterprise once the weapons systems are deployed.
(c)
Report
Not later than 270 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the congressional defense committees, the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate, and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives, a report containing the results of the review required by subsection (a).
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Cyberspace-Related Matters
1641.
Codification and addition of liability protections relating to reporting on cyber incidents or penetrations of networks and information systems of certain contractors
(a)
Codification and amendment
Section 941 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1889; 10 U.S.C. 2224 note) is transferred to chapter 19 of title 10, United States Code, inserted so as to appear after section 392, redesignated as section 393, and amended—
(1) by amending the section heading to read as follows:
393.
Reporting on penetrations of networks and information systems of certain contractors
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(2) by striking paragraph (3) of subsection (c) and inserting the following new paragraph (3):
(3)
Dissemination of information
The procedures established pursuant to subsection (a) shall limit the dissemination of information obtained or derived through such procedures to entities—
(A) with missions that may be affected by such information;
(B) that may be called upon to assist in the diagnosis, detection, or mitigation of cyber incidents;
(C) that conduct counterintelligence or law enforcement investigations; or
(D) for national security purposes, including cyber situational awareness and defense purposes.
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(3) by striking subsection (d) and inserting the following new subsection (d):
(d)
Protection from liability of cleared defense contractors
(1) No cause of action shall lie or be maintained in any court against any cleared defense contractor, and such action shall be promptly dismissed, for compliance with this section that is conducted in accordance with the procedures established pursuant to subsection (a).
(2)
(A) Nothing in this section shall be construed—
(i) to require dismissal of a cause of action against a cleared defense contractor that has engaged in willful misconduct in the course of complying with the procedures established pursuant to subsection (a); or
(ii) to undermine or limit the availability of otherwise applicable common law or statutory defenses.
(B) In any action claiming that paragraph (1) does not apply due to willful misconduct described in subparagraph (A), the plaintiff shall have the burden of proving by clear and convincing evidence the willful misconduct by each cleared defense contractor subject to such claim and that such willful misconduct proximately caused injury to the plaintiff.
(C) In this subsection, the term willful misconduct means an act or omission that is taken—
(i) intentionally to achieve a wrongful purpose;
(ii) knowingly without legal or factual justification; and
(iii) in disregard of a known or obvious risk that is so great as to make it highly probable that the harm will outweigh the benefit.
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(b)
Addition of liability protections for reporting on cyber incidents
Section 391 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (e); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (c) the following new subsection (d):
(d)
Protection from liability of operationally critical contractors
(1) No cause of action shall lie or be maintained in any court against any operationally critical contractor, and such action shall be promptly dismissed, for compliance with this section that is conducted in accordance with procedures established pursuant to subsection (b).
(2)
(A) Nothing in this section shall be construed—
(i) to require dismissal of a cause of action against an operationally critical contractor that has engaged in willful misconduct in the course of complying with the procedures established pursuant to subsection (b); or
(ii) to undermine or limit the availability of otherwise applicable common law or statutory defenses.
(B) In any action claiming that paragraph (1) does not apply due to willful misconduct described in subparagraph (A), the plaintiff shall have the burden of proving by clear and convincing evidence the willful misconduct by each operationally critical contractor subject to such claim and that such willful misconduct proximately caused injury to the plaintiff.
(C) In this subsection, the term willful misconduct means an act or omission that is taken—
(i) intentionally to achieve a wrongful purpose;
(ii) knowingly without legal or factual justification; and
(iii) in disregard of a known or obvious risk that is so great as to make it highly probable that the harm will outweigh the benefit.
.
(c)
Conforming and technical amendments
(1) Section 391 of title 10, United States Code, is amended in subsection (a) by striking with section 941 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (10 U.S.C. 2224 note) and inserting and section 393 of this title.
(2) The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 19 of such title is amended—
(A) by amending the item relating to section 391 to read as follows:
391. Reporting on cyber incidents with respect to networks and information systems of operationally critical contractors and certain other contractors.
; and
(B) by adding at the end the following new item:
393. Reporting on penetrations of networks and information systems of certain contractors.
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D
Nuclear Forces
1651.
Organization of nuclear deterrence functions of the Air Force
(a)
Oversight of nuclear deterrence mission
Subject to the authority, direction, and control of the Secretary of the Air Force, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force shall be responsible for overseeing the safety, security, reliability, effectiveness, and credibility of the nuclear deterrence mission of the Air Force.
(b)
Deputy chief of staff
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Chief of Staff shall designate a Deputy Chief of Staff to carry out the following duties:
(1) Provide direction, guidance, integration, and advocacy regarding the nuclear deterrence mission of the Air Force.
(2) Conduct monitoring and oversight activities regarding the safety, security, reliability, effectiveness, and credibility of the nuclear deterrence mission of the Air Force.
(3) Conduct periodic comprehensive assessments of all aspects of the nuclear deterrence mission of the Air Force and provide such assessments to the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of Staff of the Air Force.
(c)
Role of major command
(1)
Consolidation
Not later than March 30, 2016, the Secretary of the Air Force shall consolidate, to the extent the Secretary determines appropriate, under a major command commanded by a single general officer the responsibility, authority, accountability, and resources for carrying out the nuclear deterrence mission of the Air Force.
(2)
Functions
The major command described in paragraph (1) shall be responsible, to the extent the Secretary determines appropriate, for carrying out all elements and activities relating to the nuclear deterrence mission of the Air Force. Such elements include nuclear weapons, nuclear weapon delivery systems, and the nuclear command, control, and communication system. Such activities include the following:
(A) Planning and execution of modernization programs.
(B) Procurement and acquisition.
(C) Research, development, test, and evaluation.
(D) Sustainment.
(E) Operations.
(F) Training.
(G) Safety and security.
(H) Research, education, and applied science relating to nuclear deterrence and assurance.
(I) Such other functions of the nuclear deterrence mission as the Secretary determines appropriate.
(d)
Report
Not later than January 1, 2016, the Secretary of the Air Force shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the plans of the Secretary and the resources required to implement this section.
1652.
Assessment of threats to National Leadership Command, Control, and Communications System
Section 171a of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating subsections (f), (g), and (h), as subsections (g), (h), and (i), respectively;
(2) by inserting after subsection (e) the following new subsection (f):
(f)
Collection of assessments on certain threats
The Council shall collect and assess (consistent with the provision of classified information, and intelligence sources and methods) all reports and assessments otherwise conducted by the intelligence community (as defined in section 3(4) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003(4)) regarding foreign threats, including cyber threats, to the command, control, and communications system for the national leadership of the United States and the vulnerabilities of such system to such threats.
; and
(3) in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(5) An assessment of the threats and vulnerabilities described in the reports and assessments collected under subsection (f) during the period covered by the report, including any plans to address such threats and vulnerabilities.
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1653.
Procurement authority for certain parts of intercontinental ballistic missile fuzes
(a)
Availability of funds
Notwithstanding section 1502(a) of title 31, United States Code, of the amount authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 by section 101 and available for Missile Procurement, Air Force as specified in the funding table in section 4101, $13,700,000 shall be available for the procurement of covered parts pursuant to contracts entered into under section 1645(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291).
(b)
Covered parts defined
In this section, the term covered parts means commercially available off the-shelf items as defined in section 104 of title 41, United States Code.
1654.
Annual briefing on the costs of forward-deploying nuclear weapons in Europe
(a)
In general
Not later than 30 days after the date on which the President submits to Congress the budget for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2021 under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, the Secretary of Defense shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the costs of forward-deploying nuclear weapons in Europe.
(b)
Elements
Each briefing required under paragraph (1) shall include the following:
(1) The contributions of the United States, including with respect to sustainment (operations and maintenance) and manpower, to support forward-deployed nuclear weapons in Europe, during the fiscal year following the date of the briefing and the period covered by the future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 of title 10, United States Code, for that fiscal year.
(2) Recent or planned contributions of the United States for security enhancements relating to such forward-deployed nuclear weapons.
(3) Any other contributions, including burden-share costs by the United States, for other security enhancements and upgrades relating to such forward-deployed nuclear weapons, including infrastructure upgrades at weapons storage sites in Europe.
1655.
Sense of Congress on importance of cooperation and collaboration between United States and United Kingdom on nuclear issues
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) cooperation and collaboration under the 1958 Mutual Defense Agreement and the 1963 Polaris Sales Agreement are fundamental elements of the security of the United States and the United Kingdom as well as international stability;
(2) the recent renewal of the Mutual Defense Agreement and the continued work under the Polaris Sales Agreement underscore the enduring and long-term value of the agreements to both countries; and
(3) the vital efforts performed under the purview of both the Mutual Defense Agreement and the Polaris Sales Agreement are critical to sustaining and enhancing the capabilities and knowledge base of both countries regarding nuclear deterrence, nuclear nonproliferation and counterproliferation, and naval nuclear propulsion.
1656.
Sense of Congress on organization of Navy for nuclear deterrence mission
(a)
Findings
Congress finds the following:
(1) The safety, security, reliability, and credibility of the nuclear deterrent of the United States is a vital national security priority.
(2) Nuclear weapons require special consideration because of the political and military importance of the weapons, the destructive power of the weapons, and the potential consequences of an accident or unauthorized act involving the weapons.
(3) The assured safety, security, and control of nuclear weapons and related systems are of paramount importance.
(b)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the Navy has repeatedly demonstrated the commitment and prioritization of the Navy to the nuclear deterrence mission of the Navy;
(2) the emphasis of the Navy on ensuring a safe, secure, reliable, and credible sea-based nuclear deterrent force has been matched by an equal emphasis on ensuring the assured safety, security, and control of nuclear weapons and related systems ashore; and
(3) the Navy is commended for the actions the Navy has taken subsequent to the 2014 Nuclear Enterprise Review to ensure continued focus on the nuclear deterrent mission by all ranks within the Navy, including the clarification and assignment of specific responsibilities and authorities within the Navy contained in OPNAV Instruction 8120.1 and SECNAV Instruction 8120.1B.
1657.
Prohibition on de-alerting intercontinental ballistic missiles
(a)
Sense of congress
It is the Sense of Congress that—
(1) the responsiveness and alert levels of intercontinental ballistic missiles are a unique feature of the ground-based leg of the United States nuclear triad;
(2) such responsiveness and alert levels are critical to providing robust nuclear deterrence and assurance; and
(3) any action to reduce the responsiveness and alert levels of United States intercontinental ballistic missiles would be contrary to longstanding United States policy, and deeply harmful to national security and strategic stability in a crisis.
(b)
In general
(1)
Prohibition
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 shall be obligated or expended for reducing, or preparing to reduce, the responsiveness or alert level of United States intercontinental ballistic missiles.
(2)
Clarification relating to maintenance, safety, security, etc
Paragraph (1) shall not apply to any of the following activities:
(A) Maintenance or sustainment of intercontinental ballistic missiles.
(B) Ensuring the safety, security, or reliability of intercontinental ballistic missiles.
1658.
Sense of Congress on Plan for Implementation of Nuclear Enterprise Reviews
It is the sense of Congress that the Secretary of Defense should submit to Congress a plan on how the Secretary plans to implement the full recommendations of the two nuclear enterprise reviews, conducted and then validated by the Air Force, one of which was conducted by Assistant Secretary Madelyn Creedon and Rear Admiral Peter Fanta and one of which was conducted by General Walsh and Admiral Harvey. The plan submitted under this section should include a timeline for when each recommendation shall be implemented and how the additional manpower recommendations shall be allocated.
1659.
Report on the number of planned nuclear-armed cruise missiles
Not later than 120 days after the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to Congress a report on the justification of the number of planned nuclear-armed cruise missiles, known as the Long Range Standoff Weapon, to the U.S. arsenal. The report shall include—
(1) the rationale for procuring the expected number of cruise missiles;
(2) how the number of planned missiles aligns with U.S. nuclear employment strategy;
(3) an estimate of the annual and total cost for research, development, test, and evaluation and procurement for the total number of planned cruise missiles; and
(4) an estimate of the proportional annual cost of the cruise missiles as compared to the annual cost of nuclear triad and annual defense spending.
E
Missile Defense Programs
1661.
Prohibitions on providing certain missile defense information to Russian Federation
(a)
Prohibitions
(1)
In general
Chapter 3 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
130g.
Prohibitions on providing certain missile defense information to Russian Federation
(a)
Certain hit-to-kill technology and telemetry data
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for any fiscal year for the Department of Defense may be used to provide the Russian Federation with hit-to-kill technology and telemetry data for missile defense interceptors or target vehicles.
(b)
Other sensitive missile defense information
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for any fiscal year for the Department of Defense may be used to provide the Russian Federation with—
(1) information relating to velocity at burnout of missile defense interceptors or targets of the United States; or
(2) classified or otherwise controlled missile defense information.
(c)
One-time waiver
The President, without delegation, may waive the prohibition in subsection (a) or (b) once if—
(1) such one-time waiver is used only to provide, in a single instance, the Russian Federation with information regarding ballistic missile early warning; and
(2) the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Commander of the United States Strategic Command, and the Commander of the United States European Command, jointly certify to the President and the congressional defense committees that the provision of such information pursuant to such waiver is required because of a failure of the early warning system of the Russian Federation.
(d)
Sunset
The prohibitions in subsection (a) and (b) shall expire on January 1, 2031.
.
(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of such chapter is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 130f the following new item:
130g. Prohibitions on providing certain missile defense information to Russian Federation.
.
(b)
Conforming repeal
Section 1246 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 923), as amended by section 1243 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3568), is further amended—
(1) by striking subsection (c); and
(1) in the heading, by striking And Limitations and all that follows through Federation.
1662.
Prohibition on integration of missile defense systems of China into missile defense systems of United States
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the Department of Defense may be obligated or expended to integrate a missile defense system of the People’s Republic of China into any missile defense system of the United States.
1663.
Prohibition on integration of missile defense systems of Russian Federation into missile defense systems of United States and NATO
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for any of fiscal years 2016 through 2031 for the Department of Defense or for contributions of the United States to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization may be obligated or expended to integrate a missile defense system of the Russian Federation into any missile defense system of the United States or NATO.
1664.
Limitation on availability of funds for long-range discriminating radar
(a)
Sense of the Congress
It is the sense of the Congress that—
(1) the long-range discriminating radar will be a critically important addition to the ballistic missile defense system;
(2) such radar will offer needed capability to respond to emerging ballistic missile threats involving countermeasures and decoys; and
(3) the Department of Defense should take all appropriate steps to ensure that such radar is operational in 2020.
(b)
Limitation
No funds authorized to be appropriated may be obligated or expended for military construction for the long-range discriminating radar (other than for planning and design) until—
(1) the Director of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation submits to the congressional defense committees the cost assessment conducted under subsection (c)(1);
(2) the Commander of the United States Strategic Command and the Commander of the United States Northern Command jointly certify to the congressional defense committees that the site for the long-range discriminating radar proposed by the Director of the Missile Defense Agency—
(A) best supports missile defense and space situational awareness; and
(B) based on the cost assessment conducted under subsection (c)(1), is the most cost-effective option; and
(3) a period of 60 days elapses following the date of such certification.
(c)
Cost assessment
(1)
In general
The Director of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation shall conduct a cost assessment providing the costs of the complete ground-based radar and other sensor configurations required to provide the same or comparable missile defense tracking and discrimination data as the long-range discriminating radar sites under consideration by the Director of the Missile Defense Agency.
(2)
Submission
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation shall submit to the congressional defense committees, the Director of the Missile Defense Agency, the Commander of the United States Strategic Command, and the Commander of the United States Northern Command the cost assessment conducted under paragraph (1).
1665.
Limitations on availability of funds for Patriot lower tier air and missile defense capability of the Army
(a)
Limitation
Except as provided by subsection (c), none of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for any program described in subsection (b) may be obligated or expended unless—
(1) the Secretary of the Army certifies to the congressional defense committees that the analysis of alternatives regarding the Patriot lower tier air and missile defense capability of the Army has been submitted to such committees;
(2) a period of 60 days has elapsed following the date on which the Secretary makes the certification under paragraph (1); and
(3) the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics certifies to such committees that such obligation or expenditure of funds on such programs is consistent with the findings of the analysis of alternatives described in paragraph (1) to modernize the Patriot lower tier air and missile defense capability of the Army.
(b)
Program described
A program described in this subsection are the following components and capabilities of the Patriot air and missile defense system:
(1) Radar capability development, radar improvements, the digital sidelobe canceller, or the radar digital processor of the lower tier air and missile defense program of the Army.
(2) The enhanced launcher electronic system.
(c)
Waiver
The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics may waive the limitations in subsection (a) if the Under Secretary—
(1) determines that such waiver—
(A) is caused by the delay of the analysis of alternatives described in paragraph (1) of such subsection; and
(B) is necessary to avoid an unacceptable risk to mission performance;
(2) notifies the congressional defense committees of such waiver; and
(3) pursuant to such waiver, obligates or expends funds only in amounts necessary to avoid such unacceptable risk to mission performance.
1666.
Integration and interoperability of air and missile defense capabilities of the United States
(a)
Interoperability of missile defense systems
The Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics and the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, acting through the Missile Defense Executive Board, shall ensure the interoperability and integration of the covered air and missile defense capabilities of the United States with such capabilities of allies of the United States, including by carrying out operational testing.
(b)
Annual demonstration
(1)
Requirement
Except as provided by paragraph (2), the Director of the Missile Defense Agency and the Secretary of the Army shall jointly ensure that not less than one intercept or flight test is carried out each year that demonstrates the interoperability and integration of the covered air and missile defense capability of the United States.
(2)
Waiver
The Director and the Secretary may waive the requirement in paragraph (1) with respect to an intercept or flight test carried out during the year covered by the waiver if the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics—
(A) determines that such waiver is necessary for such year; and
(B) submits to the congressional defense committees notification of such waiver, including an explanation for how such waiver will not negatively affect demonstrating the interoperability and integration of the covered air and missile defense capability of the United States.
(c)
Definitions
In this section, the term covered air and missile defense capabilities means Patriot air and missile defense batteries and associated interceptors and systems, Aegis ships and associated ballistic missile interceptors (including Aegis Ashore capability), AN/TPY–2 radars, and terminal high altitude area defense batteries and interceptors.
1667.
Integration of allied missile defense capabilities
(a)
Assessments
(1)
In general
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, each covered commander shall submit to the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff an assessment on opportunities for the integration and interoperability of covered air and missile defense capabilities of the United States with such capabilities of allies of the United States located in the area of responsibility of the commander, particularly with respect to such allies who acquired such capabilities through foreign military sales by the United States. Each assessment shall include an assessment of the key technology, security, command and control, and policy requirements necessary to achieve such an integrated and interoperable air and missile defense capability in a manner that ensures burden sharing and furthers the force multiplication goals of the United States.
(2)
Submission
Not later than 30 days after the date on which a covered commander submits to the Secretary and the Chairman an assessment under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report containing such assessment, without change.
(b)
Integration, interoperability, and command-and-control
The Secretary and the Chairman, in coordination with the Secretary of the Army, the Chief of Staff of the Army, the Secretary of the Navy, and the Chief of Naval Operations, shall carry out the planning, risk assessments, policy development, and concepts of operations necessary for each covered commander to ensure that the integration, interoperability, and command-and-control of air and missile defense capabilities described in subsection (a)(1) occur by not later than December 31, 2017.
(c)
Quarterly briefings
Not later than 270 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, and each 90-day period thereafter through December 31, 2017, the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff shall jointly provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing that describes the progress made by the Secretary, the Chairman, and the covered commanders with respect to carrying out subsection (b), including an identification of each required action that has not been taken as of the date of the report.
(d)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term covered air and missile defense capabilities means Patriot air and missile defense batteries and associated interceptors and systems, Aegis ships and associated ballistic missile interceptors (including Aegis Ashore capability), AN/TPY–2 radars, and terminal high altitude area defense batteries and interceptors.
(2) The term covered commander means the following:
(A) The Commander of the United States European Command.
(B) The Commander of the United States Central Command.
(C) The Commander of the United States Pacific Command.
1668.
Missile defense capability in Europe
(a)
Aegis Ashore sites
(1)
Poland
The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, shall ensure that the Aegis Ashore site to be deployed in the Republic of Poland has anti-air warfare capability upon such site achieving full operating capability.
(2)
Romania
The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of State, shall develop and implement a plan to provide anti-air warfare capability to the Aegis Ashore site deployed in the Republic of Romania by not later than December 31, 2018.
(3)
Evaluation of certain missiles
The Secretary shall evaluate the feasibility, benefit, and cost of using the evolved sea sparrow missile or the standard missile 2 in providing the anti-air warfare capability described in paragraphs (1) and (2).
(b)
Capabilities in European Command area of responsibility
(1)
Rotational deployment
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall ensure that a terminal high altitude area defense battery is available for rotational deployment to the area of responsibility of the United States European Command unless the Secretary notifies the congressional defense committees that such battery is needed in the area of responsibility of another combatant command.
(2)
Pre-positioning sites
The Secretary of Defense shall examine potential sites in the area of responsibility of the United States European Command to pre-position a terminal high altitude area defense battery.
(3)
Studies
(A) Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall conduct studies to evaluate—
(i) not fewer than three sites in the area of responsibility of the United States European Command for the deployment of a terminal high altitude area defense battery in the event that the deployment of such a battery is determined to be necessary; and
(ii) not fewer than three sites in such area for the deployment of a Patriot air and missile defense battery in the event that such a deployment is determined to be necessary.
(B) In evaluating sites under clauses (i) and (ii) of subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall determine which sites are best for defending—
(i) the Armed Forces of the United States; and
(ii) the member states of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
(4)
Agreements
If the Secretary of Defense determines that a deployment described in clause (i) or (ii) of paragraph (3)(A) is necessary and the appropriate host nation requests such a deployment, the President shall seek to enter into the necessary agreements with the host nation to carry out such deployment.
1669.
Availability of funds for Iron Dome short-range rocket defense system
(a)
Availability of funds
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by section 101 for procurement, Defense-wide, and available for the Missile Defense Agency, not more than $41,400,000 may be provided to the Government of Israel to procure radars for the Iron Dome short-range rocket defense system as specified in the funding table in section 4101, including for co-production of such radars in the United States by industry of the United States.
(b)
Conditions
(1)
Agreement
Funds described in subsection (a) to produce the Iron Dome short-range rocket defense program shall be available subject to the terms and conditions in the Agreement Between the Department of Defense of the United States of America and the Ministry of Defense of the State of Israel Concerning Iron Dome Defense System Procurement, signed on March 5, 2014, subject to an amended agreement for coproduction for radar components. In negotiations by the Missile Defense Agency and the Missile Defense Organization of the Government of Israel regarding such production, the goal of the United States is to maximize opportunities for co-production of the radars described subsection (a) in the United States by industry of the United States.
(2)
Certification
Not later than 30 days prior to the initial obligation of funds described in subsection (a), the Director of the Missile Defense Agency and the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics shall jointly submit to the appropriate congressional committees—
(A) a certification that the agreement specified in paragraph (1) is being implemented as provided in such agreement; and
(B) an assessment detailing any risks relating to the implementation of such agreement.
(c)
Appropriate congressional committees defined
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means the following:
(1) The congressional defense committees.
(2) The Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate.
1670.
Israeli Cooperative Missile Defense Program co-development and potential co-production
(a)
Availability of funds for certain programs
(1)
In general
Subject to subsections (b) and (c), of the funds authorized to be appropriated by section 101 for procurement, Defense-wide, and available for the Missile Defense Agency, as specified in the funding table in section 4101—
(A) not more than $150,000,000 may be provided to the Government of Israel to procure the David’s Sling weapon system; and
(B) not more than $15,000,000 may be provided to the Government of Israel to procure the Arrow 3 upper tier development program.
(2)
Procurement and co-production
The use of funds under subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (1) shall—
(A) be carried out only with respect to procurement activities; and
(B) include the co-production of parts and components in the United States by United States industry.
(b)
Condition on use of funds
The Director of the Missile Defense Agency may not carry out subparagraphs (A) or (B) of subsection (a)(1) unless—
(1) the Director and the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics jointly certify to the appropriate congressional committees that—
(A) the knowledge points and production readiness agreements of the research, development, test, and evaluation agreements that inform a production decision for the David’s Sling weapon system or the Arrow 3 upper tier development program, respectively, have been successfully completed;
(B) such subparagraphs shall be carried out with the Government of Israel matching funds in an amount equal to the amount of funds provided by the United States or in an amount that meets best efforts, as mutually agreed by the United States and Israel; and
(C) the United States and the Government of Israel have entered into a bilateral agreement that—
(i) establishes the terms of co-production of parts and components described in subsection (a)(2) pursuant to the teaming agreements previously entered into regarding the co-development of such weapon system and development program in a manner that minimizes non-recurring engineering and facilitization expenses;
(ii) establishes complete transparency on the requirement of Israel for the number of interceptors and batteries of such weapon system and development program that will be procured;
(iii) allows the Director and Under Secretary to establish technical milestones for co-production and procurement of the such weapon system and development program; and
(iv) establishes joint approval processes for third-party sales of such weapon system and development program; and
(2) a period of 90 days has elapsed following the date of such certification.
(c)
Waiver
The Director may waive the requirements of subsection (b) to carry out subparagraphs (A) or (B) of subsection (a)(1) if the Under Secretary certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that the Under Secretary has sufficient data from the Government of Israel to demonstrate the following:
(1) Such subparagraphs will be carried out solely for funding procurement of long-lead components in accordance with a production plan, including a funding profile detailing Israeli contributions for production of either David’s Sling or Arrow 3.
(2) Such long-lead components have completed the research and development technology development phase.
(3) The long-lead procurement will be conducted in a manner that maximizes co-production in the United States without incurring additional non-recurring engineering activity or cost.
(d)
Appropriate congressional committees defined
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means the following:
(1) The congressional defense committees.
(2) The Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate.
1671.
Development and deployment of multiple-object kill vehicle for missile defense of the United States homeland
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the ballistic missile defense of the United States homeland is the highest priority of the Missile Defense Agency;
(2) the Missile Defense Agency is appropriately prioritizing the design, development, and deployment of the redesigned kill vehicle; and
(3) the multiple-object kill vehicle is critical to the future of the ballistic missile defense of the United States homeland.
(b)
Multiple-object kill vehicle
(1)
Development
The Director of the Missile Defense Agency shall develop a highly reliable multiple-object kill vehicle for the ground-based midcourse defense system using best acquisition practices.
(2)
Deployment
The Director shall—
(A) conduct rigorous flight testing of the multiple-object kill vehicle developed under paragraph (1) by not later than 2020; and
(B) recognizing the primacy of developing the redesigned kill vehicle, produce and deploy the multiple-object kill vehicle as early as practicable after the date on which the Director carries out paragraph (1).
(c)
Capabilities and criteria
The Director shall ensure that the multiple-object kill vehicle developed under subsection (b)(1) meets, at a minimum, the following capabilities and criteria:
(1) Vehicle-to-vehicle communications.
(2) Vehicle-to-ground communications.
(3) Kill assessment capability.
(4) The ability to counter advanced counter measures, decoys and penetration aids.
(5) Produceability and manufacturability.
(6) Use of technology involving high technology readiness levels.
(7) Options to be integrated onto other missile defense interceptor vehicles other than the ground-based interceptors of the ground-based midcourse defense system.
(d)
Program management
The management of the multiple-object kill vehicle program under subsection (b) shall report directly to the Deputy Director of the Missile Defense Agency.
(e)
Report on funding profile
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the funding profile of the multiple-object kill vehicle program under subsection (b).
1672.
Boost phase defense system
(a)
In general
The Secretary of Defense shall—
(1) prioritize technology investments in the Department of Defense to support efforts by the Missile Defense Agency to develop and field a boost phase defense system by fiscal year 2022;
(2) ensure that development and fielding of a boost phase missile defense layer to the ballistic missile defense system supports multiple war fighter missile defense requirements, including, specifically, protection of the United States homeland and allies of the United States against ballistic missiles, particularly in the boost phase;
(3) continue development and fielding of high-energy lasers and high-power microwave systems as part of a layered architecture to defend ships and theater bases against air and cruise missile strikes; and
(4) encourage collaboration among the military departments and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency with respect to high energy laser efforts carried out in support of the Missile Defense Agency.
(b)
Research and development of boost phase missile defense
(1)
Senior level advisory group
The Director of the Missile Defense Agency shall establish a senior level advisory group (consisting of individuals with expertise in industry, science, and Department of Defense program management) to recommend to the Director promising technologies, including such technologies recommended by industry, that the Director can evaluate for use as a boost phase missile defense layer.
(2)
Briefing
Not later than May 1, 2016, the Director shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on—
(A) the recommendations of the senior level advisory group under paragraph (1);
(B) a plan for developing one or more programs of record for boost phase missile defense systems; and
(C) the views of the Director regarding such recommendations and plan.
1673.
East Coast homeport of sea-based X-band radar
(a)
Homeport
Subject to subsection (b), not later than December 31, 2020, the Secretary of the Navy shall—
(1) reassign the homeport of the sea-based X-band radar to a homeport on the East Coast of the United States; and
(2) ensure that such vessel has an at-sea capability of not less than 120 days per year.
(b)
Certification
The Secretary may not carry out subsection (a) until the date on which the Director of the Missile Defense Agency certifies to the congressional defense committees that Hawaii will have adequate missile defense coverage prior to the reassignment of the homeport of the sea-based X-band radar as described in such subsection.
(c)
Required studies and evaluations
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director shall commence any siting studies, environmental impact assessments or statements, homeport agreements for sea-based X-band radar support, evaluations of any needed pier modifications, and evaluations of any communications capabilities or other requirements to carry out the homeport reassignment under subsection (a)(1).
1674.
Plan for medium range ballistic missile defense sensor alternatives for enhanced defense of Hawaii
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) expanding persistent midcourse and terminal ballistic missile defense system discrimination capability is critically important to the defense of the Nation;
(2) such discrimination capability is needed to respond to emerging ballistic missile threats involving countermeasures and decoys; and
(3) the Department of Defense should take all appropriate steps to ensure Hawaii has adequate missile defense coverage.
(b)
Evaluation and plan
(1)
Evaluation
The Director of the Missile Defense Agency shall conduct an evaluation of potential options for fielding a medium range ballistic missile defense sensor for the defense of Hawaii, including—
(A) the use of the Aegis Ashore Missile Defense Test Complex land-based system at the Pacific Missile Range Facility in Hawaii;
(B) the use of existing sensor assets in the region; and
(C) other options the Director determines appropriate.
(2)
Submittal of plan
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director shall submit to the congressional defense committees a plan for the missile defense of Hawaii, which shall include—
(A) a summary of the findings of the evaluation conducted under paragraph (1);
(B) estimated acquisition and operating costs for each sensor option; and
(C) a timeline for deployment of the sensor.
1675.
Research and development of non-terrestrial missile defense layer
(a)
In general
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director of the Missile Defense Agency shall commence the concept definition, design, research, development, and engineering evaluation of a space-based ballistic missile intercept and defeat layer to the ballistic missile defense system that—
(1) shall provide increased access to ballistic missile targets, independent of adversary country size and threat trajectory;
(2) may provide a boost-phase layer for missile defense; and
(3) may provide additional defensive options against direct ascent anti-satellite weapons and hypersonic glide vehicles and maneuvering re-entry vehicles.
(b)
Elements
The activities carried out under subsection (a) shall include, at a minimum the following:
(1) Initiate formal steps for potential integration into the architecture of the ballistic missile defense system.
(2) Mature planning for early proof of concept component demonstrations.
(3) Draft operation concepts in the context of a multi-layer architecture.
(4) Identification of proof of concept vendor sources for demo components and subassemblies.
(5) The development of a multiyear technology and risk reduction investment plan.
(6) Commence development of proof of concept master program phasing schedule.
(7) Identification of proof of concept long lead items.
(8) Mature options for an acquisition strategy.
(c)
Report
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Director shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that includes—
(1) the findings of the concept development required by subsection (a);
(2) a plan for developing one or more programs of record for a non-terrestrial missile defense layer, including estimates of the appropriate identifiable costs of each such potential program of record; and
(3) the views of the Director regarding such findings and plan.
(d)
Briefing
Not later the March 31, 2016, the Director shall provide to the congressional defense committees an interim briefing on the plan described in subsection (c)(2).
1676.
Aegis Ashore capability development
(a)
Evaluation
(1)
In general
The Director of the Missile Defense Agency, in coordination with the Chief of Naval Operations and the Chief of Staff of the Army, shall evaluate the role, feasibility, cost, and cost benefit of additional Aegis Ashore sites and upgrades to current ballistic missile defense system sensors to offset capacity demands on current Aegis ships, Aegis Ashore sites, and Patriot and Terminal High Altitude Area Defense capability and to meet the requirements of the combatant commanders.
(2)
Submission
Not later than 120 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff shall—
(A) review the evaluation conducted under paragraph (1); and
(B) submit to the congressional defense committees such evaluation and the results of such review.
(b)
Identification of FMS obstacles
(1)
In general
The Under Secretary of Defense for Policy and the Secretary of State shall jointly identify any obstacles to foreign military sales of Aegis Ashore or co-financing of additional Aegis Ashore sites. Such evaluation shall include, with appropriate coordination with other agencies and departments of the Federal Government as appropriate, the feasibility of host nation manning or dual manning with the United States and such host nation.
(2)
Submission
(A) Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary shall provide to the congressional defense committees, the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate an interim briefing on the identification of obstacles under paragraph (1).
(B) Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Under Secretary shall submit to such committees a report on such identification.
(c)
Negotiations
(1)
In general
The President shall seek to enter into host nation agreements for Aegis Ashore sites and co-financing and co-development opportunities as appropriate if the sites meet the requirements of the combatant commanders.
(2)
Submission
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the President shall transmit to the congressional defense, the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate the status of efforts to seek to enter into agreements described in paragraph (1).
1677.
Briefings on procurement and planning of left-of-launch capability
(a)
Briefing on current capability
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff shall provide to the appropriate congressional committees a briefing on the military requirement for left-of-launch capability and any current gaps in meeting such requirement.
(b)
Briefing on joint review and plan to develop and procure capabilities
Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense and the Director of National Intelligence shall jointly provide to the appropriate congressional committees a briefing on the plan of the Secretary and the Director to develop and procure the left-of-launch capabilities as described in the briefing under subsection (a).
(c)
Appropriate congressional committees defined
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(1) the congressional defense committees; and
(2) the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives and the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate.
1678.
Designation of preferred location of additional missile defense site in the United States
Not later than 30 days after the date on which the Secretary of Defense publishes the draft environmental impact statements pursuant to section 227 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1678), the Director of the Missile Defense Agency, in consultation with the Commander of the United States Northern Command, shall designate the preferred location in the United States for the potential future deployment of a missile defense site.
1679.
Report relating to the costs associated with extending the life of the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile
Not later than 90 days after the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of the Air Force shall submit to Congress a report examining the costs associated with extending the life of the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile compared to the costs associated with procuring a new ground based strategic deterrent.
B
Military Construction Authorizations
2001.
Short title
This division may be cited as the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016.
2002.
Expiration of authorizations and amounts required to be specified by law
(a)
Expiration of authorizations after three years
Except as provided in subsection (b), all authorizations contained in titles XXI through XXVII and title XXIX for military construction projects, land acquisition, family housing projects and facilities, and contributions to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program (and authorizations of appropriations therefor) shall expire on the later of—
(1) October 1, 2018; or
(2) the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2019.
(b)
Exception
Subsection (a) shall not apply to authorizations for military construction projects, land acquisition, family housing projects and facilities, and contributions to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program (and authorizations of appropriations therefor), for which appropriated funds have been obligated before the later of—
(1) October 1, 2018; or
(2) the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for fiscal year 2019 for military construction projects, land acquisition, family housing projects and facilities, or contributions to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program.
2003.
Effective date
Titles XXI through XXVII and title XXIX shall take effect on the later of—
(1) October 1, 2015; or
(2) the date of the enactment of this Act.
XXI
Army Military Construction
2101.
Authorized Army construction and land acquisition projects
(a)
Inside the united states
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2104(a) and available for military construction projects inside the United States as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the installations or locations inside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Army: Inside the United States
StateInstallation or LocationAmount
AlaskaFort Greely$7,800,000
CaliforniaConcord $98,000,000
ColoradoFort Carson$5,800,000
GeorgiaFort Gordon$90,000,000
New YorkFort Drum$19,000,000
United States Military Academy$70,000,000
OklahomaFort Sill$69,400,000
TexasCorpus Christi $85,000,000
VirginiaFort Lee$33,000,000
(b)
Outside the united states
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2104(a) and available for military construction projects outside the United States as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may acquire real property and carry out the military construction project for the installation outside the United States, and in the amount, set forth in the following table: Army: Outside the United States CountryInstallationAmount GermanyGrafenwoehr $51,000,000
2102.
Family housing
(a)
Construction and acquisition
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2104(a) and available for military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may construct or acquire family housing units (including land acquisition and supporting facilities) at the installations or locations, in the number of units, and in the amounts set forth in the following table:
Army: Family Housing
State/CountryInstallationUnitsAmount
FloridaCamp RudderFamily Housing New Construction$8,000,000
IllinoisRock Island Family Housing New Construction$20,000,000
KoreaCamp Walker Family Housing New Construction$61,000,000
(b)
Planning and design
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2104(a) and available for military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may carry out architectural and engineering services and construction design activities with respect to the construction or improvement of family housing units in an amount not to exceed $7,195,000.
2103.
Improvements to military family housing units
Subject to section 2825 of title 10, United States Code, and using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2104(a) and available for military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may improve existing military family housing units in an amount not to exceed $3,500,000.
2104.
Authorization of appropriations, Army
(a)
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2015, for military construction, land acquisition, and military family housing functions of the Department of the Army as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
(b)
Limitation on total cost of construction projects
Notwithstanding the cost variations authorized by section 2853 of title 10, United States Code, and any other cost variation authorized by law, the total cost of all projects carried out under section 2101 of this Act may not exceed the total amount authorized to be appropriated under subsection (a), as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
2105.
Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2013 project
In the case of the authorization contained in the table in section 2101(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2119) for the United States Military Academy, New York, for construction of a Cadet barracks building at the installation, the Secretary of the Army may install mechanical equipment and distribution lines sufficient to provide chilled water for air conditioning the nine existing historical Cadet barracks which are being renovated through the Cadet Barracks Upgrade Program.
2106.
Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2012 projects
(a)
Extension
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (division B of Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1660), the authorizations set forth in the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2101 of that Act (125 Stat. 1661) and extended by section 2107 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (division B of Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3673), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later.
(b)
Table
The table referred to in subsection (a) as follows: Army: Extension of 2012 Project Authorizations StateInstallation or LocationProjectAmount GeorgiaFort BenningLand Acquisition$5,100,000 Fort BenningLand Acquisition$25,000,000 VirginiaFort BelvoirRoad and Infrastructure Improvements$25,000,000
2107.
Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2013 projects
(a)
Extension
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2118), the authorizations set forth in the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2101 of that Act (126 Stat. 2119), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later:
(b)
Table
The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows: Army: Extension of 2013 Project Authorizations StateInstallation or LocationProjectAmount District of Columbia Fort McNairVehicle Storage Building, Installation$7,191,000 Kansas Fort RileyUnmanned Aerial Vehicle Complex $12,184,000 North CarolinaFort BraggAerial Gunnery Range$41,945,000 TexasJB San AntonioBarracks$20,971,000 VirginiaFort BelvoirSecure Admin/Operations Facility$93,876,000 ItalyCamp EderleBarracks$35,952,000 JapanSagamiVehicle Maintenance Shop$17,976,000
2108.
Additional authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2016 projects
(a)
Brussels
The Secretary of the Army may carry out a military construction project to construct a multi-sport athletic field and track and perimeter road and fencing and acquire approximately 5 acres of land adjacent to the existing Sterrebeek Dependent School site to allow relocation of Army functions to the site in support of the European Infrastructure Consolidation effort, in the amount of $6,000,000.
(b)
Rhine ordnance barracks
(1)
Project authorization
The Secretary of the Army may carry out a military construction project to construct a vehicle bridge and traffic circle to facilitate traffic flow to and from the Medical Center at Rhine Ordnance Barracks, Germany, in the amount of $12,400,000.
(2)
Use of host-nation payment-in-kind funds
The Secretary may use available host-nation payment-in-kind funding for the project described in paragraph (1).
XXII
Navy Military Construction
2201.
Authorized Navy construction and land acquisition projects
(a)
Inside the United States
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2204(a) and available for military construction projects inside the United States as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Navy may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the installations or locations inside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table: Navy: Inside the United States CountryInstallation or LocationAmount Arizona Yuma$50,635,000 California Camp Pendleton$44,540,000 Coronado$4,856,000 Lemoore$71,830,000 Point Mugu$22,427,000 San Diego$37,366,000 Twentynine Palms$9,160,000 FloridaJacksonville$16,751,000 Mayport$16,159,000 Pensacola$18,347,000 Whiting Field$10,421,000 GeorgiaAlbany$7,851,000 Kings Bay$8,099,000 Townsend$48,279,000 GuamJoint Region Marianas$181,768,000 HawaiiBarking Sands$30,623,000 Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam$14,881,000 Kaneohe Bay$106,618,000 MarylandPatuxent River$40,935,000 North CarolinaCamp Lejeune$54,849,000 Cherry Point$34,426,000 New River$8,230,000 South CarolinaParris Island$27,075,000 VirginiaDam Neck$23,066,000 Norfolk$126,677,000 Portsmouth$45,513,000 Quantico$58,199,000 WashingtonBangor$34,177,000 Bremerton$22,680,000 Indian Island$4,472,000
(b)
Outside the United States
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2204(a) and available for military construction projects outside the United States as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Navy may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the installations or locations outside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Navy: Outside the United States
CountryInstallation or LocationAmount
Japan Camp Butler$11,697,000
Iwakuni$17,923,000
Kadena AB$23,310,000
Yokosuka$13,846,000
2202.
Family housing
(a)
Construction and acquisition
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2204(a) and available for military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Navy may construct or acquire family housing units (including land acquisition and supporting facilities) at the installation or location, in the number of units, and in the amount set forth in the following table: Navy: Family Housing StateInstallationUnitsAmount VirginiaWallops IslandFamily Housing New Construction $438,000
(b)
Planning and design
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2204(a) and available for military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Navy may carry out architectural and engineering services and construction design activities with respect to the construction or improvement of family housing units in an amount not to exceed $4,588,000.
2203.
Improvements to military family housing units
Subject to section 2825 of title 10, United States Code, and using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2204(a) and available for military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Navy may improve existing military family housing units in an amount not to exceed $11,515,000.
2204.
Authorization of appropriations, Navy
(a)
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2015, for military construction, land acquisition, and military family housing functions of the Department of the Navy, as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
(b)
Limitation on total cost of construction projects
Notwithstanding the cost variations authorized by section 2853 of title 10, United States Code, and any other cost variation authorized by law, the total cost of all projects carried out under section 2201 of this Act may not exceed the total amount authorized to be appropriated under subsection (a), as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
2205.
Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2012 projects
(a)
Extension
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (division B of Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1660), the authorizations set forth in the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2201 of that Act (125 Stat. 1666) and extended by section 2208 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (division B of Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3678), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later.
(b)
Table
The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows: Navy: Extension of 2012 Project Authorizations StateInstallation or LocationProjectAmount California Camp PendletonInfantry Squad Defense Range $29,187,000 Florida JacksonvilleP-8A Hangar Upgrades $6,085,00 GeorgiaKings BayCrab Island Security Enclave$52,913,000
2206.
Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2013 projects
(a)
Extension
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2118), the authorizations set forth in the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2201 of that Act (126 Stat. 2122), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later.
(b)
Table
The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows: Navy: Extension of 2013 Project Authorizations State/CountryInstallation or LocationProjectAmount California Camp PendletonComm. Information Systems Ops Complex $78,897,000 Coronado Bachelor Quarters $76,063,000 Twentynine PalmsLand Expansion Phase 2$47,270,000 GreeceSouda BayIntermodal Access Road$4,630,000 South CarolinaBeaufortRecycling/Hazardous Waste Facility$3,743,000 VirginiaQuanticoInfrastructure—Widen Russell Road$14,826,000 Worldwide UnspecifiedVarious Worldwide LocationsBAMS Operational Facilities$34,048,000
2207.
Townsend Bombing Range expansion, phase 2
(a)
Conveyance authority
With respect to the authorization contained in section 2201(a) for expansion of Townsend Bombing Range to support Marine Corps Air Station, Beaufort, Georgia, the Secretary of the Navy may convey, without consideration, to McIntosh County and Long County, Georgia (in this section referred to as the County), all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to two fire and emergency response stations to be constructed as part of the land acquisition.
(b)
Use of conveyed property
(1)
Provision of secondary fire and emergency support
As a condition for the construction and conveyance under subsection (a) of the fire and emergency response stations, each County shall enter into a mutual support agreement with the Secretary of the Navy to provide secondary fire and emergency support for the Townsend Bombing Range. Each County shall agree to equip, staff, and operate the fire and emergency response station conveyed to that County in accordance with the terms of the agreement.
(2)
Subsequent payment of consideration
If the Secretary of the Navy determines that a fire and emergency response station conveyed to a County under subsection (a) is ever put to a primary use other than as a fire and emergency response station, that County shall pay, at the election of the Secretary, an amount equal to the then current fair market value of the fire and emergency response station, as determined by the Secretary.
(c)
Environmental and zoning requirements
Each County shall be responsible for meeting any environmental requirements associated with the County-owned land, including any permits, or other local zoning processes, in preparation for the construction of the fire and emergency response station on the land.
(d)
Description of property
The exact acreage and legal description of the property to be conveyed under subsection (a) shall be determined by a survey satisfactory to the Secretary of the Navy.
(e)
Conveyance agreement
The conveyance of real property under subsection (a) shall be accomplished using a quit claim deed or other legal instrument and upon terms and conditions mutually satisfactory to the Secretary of the Navy and the County, including such additional terms and conditions as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States.
XXIII
Air Force Military Construction
2301.
Authorized Air Force construction and land acquisition projects
(a)
Inside the United States
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2304(a) and available for military construction projects inside the United States as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Air Force may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the installations or locations inside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Air Force: Inside the United States
StateInstallation or LocationAmount
AlaskaEielson Air Force Base $71,400,000
ArizonaDavis-Monthan Air Force Base $16,900,000
Luke Air Force Base$56,700,000
Colorado Air Force Academy $10,000,000
Florida Cape Canaveral Air Force Station $21,000,000
Eglin Air Force Base$8,700,000
Hurlburt Field$14,200,000
GuamJoint Region Marianas$50,800,000
Hawaii Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam $46,000,000
KansasMcConnell Air Force Base$4,300,000
Missouri Whiteman Air Force Base$29,500,000
MontanaMalstrom Air Force Base$19,700,000
NebraskaOffutt Air Force Base $21,000,000
Nevada Nellis Air Force Base$68,950,000
New MexicoCannon Air Force Base$7,800,000
Holloman Air Force Base$3,000,000
Kirtland Air Force Base$12,800,000
North CarolinaSeymour Johnson Air Force Base$17,100,000
OklahomaAltus Air Force Base$28,400,000
Tinker Air Force Base$49,900,000
South DakotaEllsworth Air Force Base$23,000,000
TexasJoint Base San Antonio$106,000,000
UtahHill Air Force Base$38,400,000
WyomingF.E. Warren Air Force Base$95,000,000
CONUS ClassifiedClassified Location$77,130,000
(b)
Outside the United States
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2304(a) and available for military construction projects outside the United States as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Air Force may acquire real property and carry out the military construction projects for the installations or locations outside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table: Air Force: Outside the United States CountryInstallation or LocationAmount GreenlandThule Air Base$41,965,000 JapanKadena Air Base$3,000,000 Yokota Air Base$8,461,000 United KingdomCroughton Royal Air Force $130,615,000
2302.
Family housing
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2304(a) and available for military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Air Force may carry out architectural and engineering services and construction design activities with respect to the construction or improvement of family housing units in an amount not to exceed $9,849,000.
2303.
Improvements to military family housing units
Subject to section 2825 of title 10, United States Code, and using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2304(a) and available for military family housing functions as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Air Force may improve existing military family housing units in an amount not to exceed $150,649,000.
2304.
Authorization of appropriations, Air Force
(a)
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2015, for military construction, land acquisition, and military family housing functions of the Department of the Air Force, as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
(b)
Limitation on total cost of construction projects
Notwithstanding the cost variations authorized by section 2853 of title 10, United States Code, and any other cost variation authorized by law, the total cost of all projects carried out under section 2301 of this Act may not exceed the total amount authorized to be appropriated under subsection (a), as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
2305.
Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2010 project
In the case of the authorization contained in the table in section 2301(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (division B of Public Law 111–84; 123 Stat. 2636) for Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii, for construction of a ground control tower at the installation, the Secretary of the Air Force may install communications cabling.
2306.
Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2014 project
(a)
Authorization
In the case of the authorization contained in the table in section 2301(b) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (division B of Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 993) for Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom, for construction of a Guardian Angel Operations Facility at the installation, the Secretary of the Air Force may construct the facility at an unspecified location within the United States European Command’s area of responsibility.
(b)
Notice and Wait Requirement
Before the Secretary of the Air Force commences construction of the Guardian Angel Operations Facility at an alternative location, as authorized by subsection (a)—
(1) the Secretary shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report containing a description of the project, including the rational for selection of the project location; and
(2) a period of 14 days has expired following the date on which the report is received by the committees or, if over sooner, a period of 7 days has expired following the date on which a copy of the report is provided in an electronic medium pursuant to section 480 of title 10, United States Code.
2307.
Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2015 project
In the case of the authorization contained in the table in section 2301(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (division B of Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3679) for McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, for construction of a KC-46A Alter Composite Maintenance Shop at the installation, the Secretary of the Air Force may construct a 696 square meter (7,500 square foot) facility consistent with Air Force guidelines for composite maintenance shops.
2308.
Extension of authorization of certain fiscal year 2012 project
(a)
Extension
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (division B of Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1660), the authorization set forth in the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2301 of that Act (125 Stat. 1670) and extended by section 2305 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (division B of Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3680), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later.
(b)
Table
The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows: Air Force: Extension of 2012 Project Authorization CountryInstallationProjectAmount ItalySigonella Naval Air StationUAS SATCOM Relay Pads and Facility$15,000,000
2309.
Extension of authorization of certain fiscal year 2013 project
(a)
Extension
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2118), the authorization set forth in the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2301 of that Act (126 Stat. 2126), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later.
(b)
Table
The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows: Air Force: Extension of 2013 Project Authorization CountryInstallationProjectAmount Portugal Lajes FieldSanitary Sewer Lift/Pump Station$2,000,000
2310.
Limitation on project authorization to carry out certain fiscal year 2016 project
(a)
Project conditioned on submission of report
No amounts may be expended for the construction of the Joint Intelligence Analysis Complex Consolidation, Phase 2, at Royal Air Force Croughton, United Kingdom, as authorized by section 2301(b) until the Secretary of the Air Force, in coordination with the Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, submits a report to the congressional defense committees that provides—
(1) a summary of the alternatives considered to support continuity of operations of critical communications and intelligence capabilities located at, and to be consolidated to, Royal Air Force Croughton, United Kingdom; and
(2) a list of critical communications and intelligence capabilities that were considered under continuity of operations planning.
(b)
Limitation on related realignment actions
On and after the date of the enactment of this Act, no additional action to realign forces at Lajes Air Force Base, Azores, shall be taken until the Secretary of Defense certifies to the congressional defense committees that the Secretary of Defense has determined, based on an analysis of United States operational requirements, not including the requirements of any other organization or country, that Lajes Air Force Base is not an optimal location for the Joint Intelligence Analysis Complex, or any of the critical communications or intelligence capabilities considered pursuant to subsection (a)(2). The certification shall include a discussion of the basis for the Secretary’s determination.
XXIV
Defense Agencies Military Construction
2401.
Authorized Defense Agencies construction and land acquisition projects
(a)
Inside the United States
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2403(a) and available for military construction projects inside the United States as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of Defense may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the installations or locations inside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Defense Agencies: Inside the United States
StateInstallation or LocationAmount
AlabamaFort Rucker $46,787,000
Maxwell Air Force Base$32,968,000
ArizonaFort Huachuca $3,884,000
CaliforniaCamp Pendleton$10,181,000
Fresno Yosemite International Airport$10,700,000
ColoradoFort Carson$8,243,000
DelawareDover Air Force Base$21,600,000
FloridaHurlburt Field $17,989,000
MacDill Air Force Base$39,142,000
GeorgiaMoody Air Force Base$10,900,000
HawaiiKaneohe Bay $122,071,000
Schofield Barracks$107,563,000
KentuckyFort Campbell $12,553,000
Fort Knox$23,279,000
MarylandFort Meade$722,817,000
NevadaNellis Air Force Base$39,900,000
New MexicoCannon Air Force Base$45,111,000
New YorkUnited States Military Academy$55,778,000
North CarolinaCamp Lejeune$69,006,000
Fort Bragg$185,674,000
OhioWright-Patterson Air Force Base$6,623,000
OregonKlamath Falls International Airport$2,500,000
PennsylvaniaPhiladelphia $49,700,000
South CarolinaFort Jackson$26,157,000
TexasJoint Base San Antonio $61,776,000
VirginiaArlington National Cemetery$30,000,000
Fort Belvoir$9,500,000
Joint Base Langley-Eustis$28,000,000
Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Story$23,916,000
(b)
Outside the United States
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2403(a) and available for military construction projects outside the United States as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of Defense may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the installations or locations outside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table: Defense Agencies: Outside the United States CountryInstallation or LocationAmount GermanyGarmisch$14,676,000 Grafenwoehr$38,138,000 Spangdahlem Air Base$39,571,000 Stuttgart-Patch Barracks$49,413,000 Japan Kadena Air Base$37,485,000 SpainRota$13,737,000
2402.
Authorized energy conservation projects
(a)
Inside the United States
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2403(a) and available for energy conservation projects as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of Defense may carry out energy conservation projects under chapter 173 of title 10, United States Code, in the amount set forth in the table:
Energy Conservation Projects: Inside the United States
StateInstallation or LocationAmount
CaliforniaEdwards AFB$4,550,000
Fort Hunter Liggett$22,000,000
ColoradoSchriever AFB$4,400,000
District of Columbia NSA Washington/Naval Research Lab$10,990,000
Hawaii Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam$13,780,000
MCRC Kaneohe Bay$5,740,000
IdahoMountain Home AFB$9,122,000
MontanaMalstrom AFB$4,260,000
VirginiaPentagon/Arlington$4,528,000
WashingtonJoint Base Lewis-McChord$14,770,000
(b)
Outside the United States
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2403(a) and available for energy conservation projects outside the United States as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of Defense may carry out energy conservation projects under chapter 173 of title 10, United States Code, for the installations or locations outside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table: Energy Conservation Projects: Outside the United States CountryInstallation or LocationAmount American Samoa Wake Island$5,331,000 Bahamas Ascencion Aux Airfield St Helena$5,500,000 Guam Naval Base Guam$5,330,000 JapanCFA Yokoska$13,940,000
(c)
Limitation on Set-Aside of Facilities Restoration and Modernization Program Funds for Energy Projects
Amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriation in Section 301 for operation and maintenance and made available for facilities restoration and modernization may not be set-aside for the exclusive purpose of funding energy projects on military installations. Installation energy projects must compete in the normal process of determining installation requirements.
2403.
Authorization of appropriations, Defense Agencies
(a)
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2015, for military construction, land acquisition, and military family housing functions of the Department of Defense (other than the military departments), as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
(b)
Limitation on total cost of construction projects
Notwithstanding the cost variations authorized by section 2853 of title 10, United States Code, and any other cost variation authorized by law, the total cost of all projects carried out under section 2401 of this Act may not exceed the total amount authorized to be appropriated under subsection (a), as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
2404.
Modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2012 project
In the case of the authorization in the table in section 2401(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (division B of Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1672), as amended by section 2404(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 1632), for Fort Meade, Maryland, for construction of the High Performance Computing Center at the installation, the Secretary of Defense may construct a generator plant capable of producing up to 60 megawatts of back-up electrical power in support of the 60 megawatt technical load.
2405.
Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2012 projects
(a)
Extension
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (division B of Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1660), the authorizations set forth in the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2401 of that Act (125 Stat. 1672) and extended by section 2405 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (division B of Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3685), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later.
(b)
Table
The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows: Defense Agencies: Extension of 2012 Project Authorizations StateInstallationProjectAmount CaliforniaNaval Base CoronadoSOF Support Activity Operations Facility$38,800,000 VirginiaPentagon ReservationHeliport Control Tower and Fire Station$6,457,000 Pedestrian Plaza$2,285,000
2406.
Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2013 projects
(a)
Extension
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2118), the authorizations set forth in the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2401(a) of that Act (126 Stat. 2127), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later.
(b)
Table
The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows: Defense Agencies: Extension of 2013 Project Authorizations StateInstallationProjectAmount CaliforniaNavel Base CoronadoSOF Support Activity Operations Facility$9,327,000 Colorado Pikes PeakHigh Altitude Medical Research Center $3,600,000 Hawaii Joint Base Pearl Harbor-HickamSOF SDVT-1 Waterfront $22,384,000 Pennsylvania Def Distribution Depot New CumberlandReplace Reservoir $4,300,000
2407.
Modification and extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2014 project
(a)
Modification
In the case of the authorization contained in the table in section 2401(a) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (division B of Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 995), for Fort Knox, Kentucky, for construction of an Ambulatory Care Center at the installation, the Secretary of Defense may construct a 102,000-square foot medical clinic at the installation in the amount of $80,000,000 using appropriations available for the project pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2403 of such Act (127 Stat. 998).
(b)
Duration of authority
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (division B of Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 985), the authorization set forth in subsection (a) shall remain in effect until October 1, 2018, or the date of enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2019, whichever is later.
XXV
North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program
2501.
Authorized NATO construction and land acquisition projects
The Secretary of Defense may make contributions for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program as provided in section 2806 of title 10, United States Code, in an amount not to exceed the sum of the amount authorized to be appropriated for this purpose in section 2502 and the amount collected from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization as a result of construction previously financed by the United States.
2502.
Authorization of appropriations, NATO
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2015, for contributions by the Secretary of Defense under section 2806 of title 10, United States Code, for the share of the United States of the cost of projects for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Security Investment Program authorized by section 2501 as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
XXVI
Guard and Reserve Forces Facilities
A
Project Authorizations and Authorization of Appropriations
2601.
Authorized Army National Guard construction and land acquisition projects
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2606(a) and available for the National Guard and Reserve as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the Army National Guard locations inside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Army National Guard
StateLocationAmount
ConnecticutCamp Hartell$11,000,000
FloridaPalm Coast$18,000,000
Illinois Sparta$1,900,000
Kansas Salina$6,700,000
MarylandEaston$13,800,000
NevadaReno$8,000,000
OhioCamp Ravenna$3,300,000
OregonSalem$16,500,000
PennsylvaniaFort Indiantown Gap$16,000,000
VermontNorth Hyde Park$7,900,000
VirginiaRichmond$29,000,000
2602.
Authorized Army Reserve construction and land acquisition projects
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2606(a) and available for the National Guard and Reserve as specified in the funding table in section 4601, the Secretary of the Army may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the Army Reserve locations inside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table: Army Reserve StateLocationAmount CaliforniaMiramar$24,000,000 FloridaMacDill Air Force Base$55,000,000 New York Orangeburg$4,200,000 Pennsylvania Conneaut Lake$5,000,000
2603.
Authorized Navy Reserve and Marine Corps Reserve construction and land acquisition projects
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2606(a) and available for the National Guard and Reserve as specified in section 4601, the Secretary of the Navy may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the Navy Reserve and Marine Corps Reserve locations inside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Navy Reserve and Marine Corps Reserve
StateLocationAmount
NevadaFallon$11,480,000
New YorkBrooklyn$2,479,000
Virginia Dam Neck$18,443,000
2604.
Authorized Air National Guard construction and land acquisition projects
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2606(a) and available for the National Guard and Reserve as specified in section 4601, the Secretary of the Air Force may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the Air National Guard locations inside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table: Air National Guard StateLocationAmount AlabamaDannelly Field$7,600,000 CaliforniaMoffett Field$6,500,000 Colorado Buckley Air Force Base$5,100,000 Georgia Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport$9,000,000 IowaDes Moines Municipal Airport$6,700,000 KansasSmokey Hill Range$2,900,000 LouisianaNew Orleans$10,000,000 MaineBangor International Airport$7,200,000 New HampshirePease International Trade Port$2,800,000 New JerseyAtlantic City International Airport$10,200,000 New YorkNiagara Falls International Airport$7,700,000 North CarolinaCharlotte/Douglas International Airport$9,000,000 North DakotaHector International Airport$7,300,000 OklahomaWill Rogers World Airport$7,600,000 OregonKlamath Falls International Airport$7,200,000 West VirginiaYeager Airport$3,900,000
2605.
Authorized Air Force Reserve construction and land acquisition projects
Using amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in section 2606(a) and available for the National Guard and Reserve as specified in section 4601, the Secretary of the Air Force may acquire real property and carry out military construction projects for the Air Force Reserve locations inside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Air Force Reserve
State LocationAmount
CaliforniaMarch Air Force Base$4,600,000
FloridaPatrick Air Force Base$3,400,000
Ohio Youngstown$9,400,000
Texas Joint Base San Antonio$9,900,000
2606.
Authorization of appropriations, National Guard and Reserve
(a)
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2015, for the costs of acquisition, architectural and engineering services, and construction of facilities for the Guard and Reserve Forces, and for contributions therefor, under chapter 1803 of title 10, United States Code (including the cost of acquisition of land for those facilities), as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
(b)
Limitation on total cost of construction projects
Notwithstanding the cost variations authorized by section 2853 of title 10, United States Code, and any other cost variation authorized by law, the total cost of all projects carried out under sections 2601 through 2605 of this Act may not exceed the sum of the total amount authorized to be appropriated under subsection (a), as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
B
Other Matters
2611.
Modification and extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2013 project
(a)
Modification
In the case of the authorization contained in the table in section 2602 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2135) for Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, for construction of an Army Reserve Center at that location, the Secretary of the Army may construct a new facility in the vicinity of Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.
(b)
Duration of authority
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2118), the authorization set forth in subsection (a) shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later.
2612.
Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2012 projects
(a)
Extension
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (division B of Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1660), the authorizations set forth in the table in subsection (b), as provided in section 2602 of that Act (125 Stat. 1678), and extended by section 2611 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (division B of Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3690), shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later.
(b)
Table
The table referred to in subsection (a) is as follows:
Extension of 2012 Army Reserve Project Authorizations
StateLocationProjectAmount
KansasKansas City Army Reserve Center$13,000,000
MassachusettsAttleboroArmy Reserve Center$22,000,000
2613.
Extension of authorizations of certain fiscal year 2013 projects
(a)
Extension
Notwithstanding section 2002 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2118), the authorizations set forth in the table in subsection (b), as provided in sections 2601, 2602, and 2603 of that Act (126 Stat. 2134, 2135) shall remain in effect until October 1, 2016, or the date of the enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for fiscal year 2017, whichever is later.
(b)
Table
The table referred to in subsection (a) is a follows:
Extension of 2013 National Guard and Reserve Project Authorizations
StateInstallation or LocationProjectAmount
ArizonaYuma Reserve Training Facility$5,379,000
CaliforniaTustinArmy Reserve Center$27,000,000
IowaFort Des MoinesJoint Reserve Center$19,162,000
LouisianaNew OrleansTransient Quarters$7,187,000
New YorkCamp Smith (Stormville)Combined Support Maintenance Shop Phase 1$24,000,000
XXVII
Base Realignment and Closure Activities
2701.
Authorization of appropriations for base realignment and closure activities funded through Department of Defense base closure account
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2015, for base realignment and closure activities, including real property acquisition and military construction projects, as authorized by the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act of 1990 (part A of title XXIX of Public Law 101–510; 10 U.S.C. 2687 note) and funded through the Department of Defense Base Closure Account established by section 2906 of such Act (as amended by section 2711 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (division B of Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2140)), as specified in the funding table in section 4601.
2702.
Prohibition on conducting additional Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) round
Nothing in this Act shall be construed to authorize an additional Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) round.
XXVIII
Military Construction General Provisions
A
Military Construction Program and Military Family Housing Changes
2801.
Revision of congressional notification thresholds for reserve facility expenditures and contributions to reflect congressional notification thresholds for minor construction and repair projects
Section 18233a of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subsection (a), by striking in an amount in excess of $750,000 and inserting in excess of the amount specified in section 2805(b)(1) of this title; and
(2) in subsection (b)(3), by striking section 2811(e) of this title) that costs less than $7,500,000 and inserting subsection (e) of section 2811 of this title) that costs less than the amount specified in subsection (d) of such section.
2802.
Authority for acceptance and use of contributions from Kuwait for construction, maintenance, and repair projects mutually beneficial to the Department of Defense and Kuwait military forces
(a)
Authority
Subchapter II of chapter 138 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
2350n.
Authority to accept and use contributions for construction, maintenance, and repair projects mutually beneficial to the Department of Defense and Kuwait military forces
(a)
Authority to accept and use contributions
The Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, may accept cash contributions from the government of Kuwait for the purpose of paying costs in connection with construction (including military construction not otherwise authorized by law), maintenance, and repair projects in Kuwait that are mutually beneficial to the Department of Defense and Kuwait military forces.
(b)
Deposit and availability
Contributions accepted under subsection (a) shall be deposited in an account established in the Treasury and shall be available to the Secretary of Defense, in such amounts as may be provided in advance in appropriation Acts, until expended for a purpose specified in subsection (a).
(c)
Determination of mutually beneficial
A construction, maintenance, or repair project is mutually beneficial for purposes of subsection (a) if—
(1) the project is in support of a bilateral United States and Kuwait defense cooperation agreement; or
(2) the Secretary of Defense determines, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, that the United States may derive a benefit from the project, including—
(A) access to and use of facilities of Kuwait military forces;
(B) ability or capacity for future posture; and
(C) increased interoperability between United States armed forces and Kuwait military forces.
(d)
Limitation on annual obligations
The maximum amount that the Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, may obligate in any fiscal year under this section is $50,000,000.
(e)
Notice and wait
When a decision is made to carry out a construction, maintenance, or repair project using contributions accepted under subsection (a) and the estimated cost of the project will exceed the thresholds prescribed by section 2805 of this title, the Secretary of Defense shall notify in writing the congressional defense committees, the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives of that decision, of the justification for the project, and of the estimated cost of the project. The project may then be carried out only after the end of the 21-day period beginning on the date the notification is received by the committees or, if earlier, the end of the 14-day period beginning on the date on which a copy of the notification is provided in an electronic medium pursuant to section 480 of this title.
(f)
Expiration of authority
The authority to carry out construction, maintenance, and repair projects under this section expires on September 30, 2020.
.
(b)
Clerical amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of subchapter II of chapter 138 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new item:
2350n. Authority to accept and use contributions for construction, maintenance, and repair projects mutually beneficial to the Department of Defense and Kuwait military forces.
.
2803.
Defense laboratory modernization pilot program
(a)
Program authorized
The Secretary of Defense may carry out, using amounts authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Defense for Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation, such military construction projects as are authorized in a Military Construction Authorization Act at—
(1) any Department of Defense Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory (as designated by section 1105(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 (Public Law 111–84; 10 U.S.C. 2358 note); and
(2) Department of Defense Federally Funded Research and Development Centers that function primarily as research laboratories located on a military installation on facilities owned by the Government.
(b)
Scope of project authority
Authority provided by law to carry out a military construction project under this section includes authority for—
(1) surveys, site preparation, and advanced planning and design;
(2) acquisition, conversion, rehabilitation, and installation of facilities;
(3) acquisition and installation of equipment and appurtenances integral to the project; acquisition and installation of supporting facilities (including utilities) and appurtenances incident to the project; and
(4) planning, supervision, administration, and overhead expenses incident to the project.
(c)
Submission of project requests
The Secretary of Defense shall include military construction projects proposed to be carried out under this section in the budget justification documents for the Department of Defense submitted to Congress in connection with the budget for a fiscal year submitted under 1105 of title 31, United States Code.
(d)
Projects described
The authority provided by this section shall be used for military construction projects that—
(1) will support research and development activities at laboratories described in subsection (a)(1) of more than one military department or Defense Agency and centers described in subsection (a)(2);
(2) will establish facilities that will have significant potential for use by entities outside the Department of Defense, including universities, industrial partners, and other Federal agencies; and
(3) are endorsed for funding by more than one military department or Defense Agency.
(e)
Funding limitation
The maximum amount that may be obligated in any fiscal year under the authority provided by this section is $150,000,000.
(f)
Termination of authority
The authority provided by this section shall terminate on October 1, 2020.
2804.
Special authority for minor military construction projects for child development program facilities
Section 2805 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (f); and
(2) by inserting after subsection (d) the following new subsection (e):
(e)
Child development program facilities
(1) Using such amounts as may be appropriated to the Secretary concerned in advance for operation and maintenance to carry out this subsection, the Secretary concerned may carry out an unspecified minor military construction project that—
(A) has an approved cost equal to or less than $15,000,000, notwithstanding subsections (a) and (c); and
(B) creates, expands, or modifies a child development program facility serving children under 13 years of age.
(2) The approval and congressional notification requirements of subsection (b) shall apply to an unspecified minor military construction project carried out pursuant to paragraph (1), except that, paragraph (1) of subsection (b) shall be applied by substituting $7,500,000 for $1,000,000.
(3) The authority to commence an unspecified minor military construction project pursuant to paragraph (1) expires September 30, 2018.
.
2805.
Sense of Congress regarding base housing projects
It is the sense of Congress that the Department of Defense should take into consideration, when prioritizing base housing projects, commuting times for base personnel and land available for development on the base.
B
Real Property and Facilities Administration
2811.
Enhancement of authority to accept conditional gifts of real property on behalf of military service academies
Section 2601 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating subsections (e), (f), (g), (h), and (i) as subsections (f), (g), (h), (i), and (j), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after subsection (d) the following new subsection (e):
(e)
Acceptance of real property gifts; naming rights
(1) The Secretary concerned may accept a gift under subsection (a) or (b) consisting of the provision, acquisition, enhancement, or construction of real property offered to the United States Military Academy, the Naval Academy, the Air Force Academy, or the Coast Guard Academy even though the gift will be subject to the condition that the real property, or a portion thereof, bear a specified name.
(2) A gift may not be accepted under paragraph (1) if—
(A) the acceptance of the gift or the imposition of the naming-rights condition would reflect unfavorably upon the United States, as provided in subsection (d)(2); or
(B) the real property to be subject to the condition, or portion thereof, has been named by an act of Congress.
(3) The Secretaries concerned shall issue uniform regulations governing the circumstances under which gifts conditioned on naming rights may be accepted, appropriate naming conventions, and suitable display standards.
.
2812.
Consultation requirement in connection with Department of Defense major land acquisitions
Section 2664(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by inserting (1) before No military department;
(2) by inserting after the first sentence the following new paragraph:
(2) If the real property acquisition is a major land acquisition inside a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, or any territory or possession of the United States, the Secretary concerned shall consult with the chief executive officer of the State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, or the territory or possession in which the land is located to determine options for completing the real property acquisition.
;
(3) by striking The foregoing limitation and inserting the following:
(3) The limitations imposed by paragraphs (1) and (2)
; and
(4) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(4) In this subsection, the term major land acquisition means any land acquisition not covered by the authority to acquire low-cost interests in land under section 2663(c) of this title.
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2813.
Additional master plan reporting requirements related to main operating bases, forward operating sites, and cooperative security locations of Central Command and Africa Command Areas of Responsibility
Section 2687a(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(3) In the case of each report under paragraph (1) submitted during fiscal years 2016 through 2020, the report also shall address or include the following with respect to each main operating base, forward operating site, or cooperative security location within the Area of Responsibility of the Central Command or Africa Command:
(A) The strategic goal and operational requirements supported by the base, site, or location, and the basis for any infrastructure improvements to the base, site, or location.
(B) The estimated steady-state population of the base, site, or location, including the number of military personnel, Department of Defense civilian personnel, and non-Department of Defense personnel, including contractors.
(C) A prioritized list of all anticipated near-term, mid-term, and long-term infrastructure projects for the base, site, or location, an estimated total cost to complete each project, and expected start and completion dates.
(D) A discussion of the medical services and support services, including capacities of commissaries, exchanges, or other support services, necessary to support the steady-state population of the base, site, or location, including any necessary investments in facilities to provide these services.
(E) Current estimated costs, including United States appropriated funds and host-nation contributions, addressing all costs associated with constructing, sustaining, repairing, or modernizing the infrastructure necessary to support the United States military posture at the base, site, or location.
(F) A long-term funding plan for the base, site, or location, identifying the military department or Defense Agency to be responsible for providing funding for the base, site, or location and the sources of funds for construction of new facilities, sustainment and restoration of existing facilities, and operations and maintenance costs.
(G) A summary of the terms of agreements with the host nation, including access agreements, status-of-forces agreements, or other implementing agreements, and their specific terms (such as timeframe and cost) and limitations on United States presence and operations.
(H) A comparison and explanation of any changes made from the report submitted in the previous year regarding the items required by the preceding subparagraphs.
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2814.
Force-structure plan and infrastructure inventory and assessment of infrastructure necessary to support the force structure
(a)
Preparation and submission of force-structure plans and infrastructure inventory
As part of the budget justification documents submitted to Congress in support of the budget for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2017, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to Congress the following:
(1) A force-structure plan for each of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps based on an assessment by the Secretary of the probable threats to United States national security during the 20-year period beginning with fiscal year 2017, and the end-strength levels and major military force units (including land force divisions, carrier and other major combatant vessels, air wings, and other comparable units) authorized in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81).
(2) A comprehensive inventory of military installations world-wide for each military department, with specifications of the number and type of facilities in the active and reserve forces of each military department.
(b)
Relationship of plans and inventory
Using the force-structure plans and infrastructure inventory prepared under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense shall prepare (and include as part of the submission of such plans and inventory) the following:
(1) A description of the infrastructure necessary to support the force structure described in each force-structure plan.
(2) A discussion of categories of excess infrastructure and infrastructure capacity, and the Secretary’s objective for the reduction of such excess capacity.
(3) An assessment of the value of retaining certain excess infrastructure to accommodate contingency, mobilization, or surge requirements.
(c)
Special considerations
In determining the level of necessary versus excess infrastructure under subsection (b), the Secretary of Defense shall consider the following:
(1) The anticipated continuing need for and availability of military installations outside the United States, taking into account current restrictions on the use of military installations outside the United States and the potential for future prohibitions or restrictions on the use of such military installations.
(2) Any efficiencies that may be gained from joint tenancy by more than one branch of the Armed Forces at a military installation or the reorganization or association of two or more military installations as a single military installation.
(d)
Comptroller general evaluation
(1)
Evaluation required
The Comptroller General of the United States shall prepare an evaluation of the force-structure plans and infrastructure inventory prepared under subsection (a), including an evaluation of the accuracy and analytical sufficiency of the plans and inventory.
(2)
Submission
The Comptroller General shall submit the evaluation to Congress not later than 60 days after the date on which the force-structure plans and infrastructure inventory are submitted to Congress.
2815.
Arsenal Installation Reutilization Authority
(a)
In general
Section 2667 of title 10, United States Code, is amended—
(1) by redesignating subsections (h), (i), and (j) as subsections (i), (j), and (k), respectively; and
(2) by inserting after subsection (g) the following new subsection:
(h)
Arsenal installation reutilization authority
(1) In the case of a military manufacturing arsenal, the Secretary concerned may authorize leases and contracts for a term of up to 25 years, notwithstanding subsection (b)(1), if the Secretary determines that a lease or contract of that duration will promote the national defense or be in the public interest for the purpose of—
(A) helping to maintain the viability of the military manufacturing arsenal and any military installations on which it is located;
(B) eliminating, or at least reducing, the cost of Government ownership of the military manufacturing arsenal, including the costs of operations and maintenance, the costs of environmental remediation, and other costs; and
(C) leveraging private investment at the military manufacturing arsenal through long-term facility use contracts, property management contracts, leases, or other agreements that support and advance the preceding purposes.
(2)
(A) The Secretary concerned my delegate the authority provided by this subsection to the commander of the military manufacturing arsenal or, if part of a larger military installation, the installation commander.
(B) The delegated authority does not include the authority to enter into a lease or contract under this section to carry out any activity covered by section 4544(b) of this title related to—
(i) the sale of articles manufactured by a military manufacturing arsenal;
(ii) the sale of services performed by a military manufacturing arsenal; or
(iii) the performance of manufacturing work at the military manufacturing arsenal.
(3) In this subsection, the term military manufacturing arsenal means a Government-owned, Government-operated defense plant of the Department of the Defense that manufactures weapons, weapon components, or both.
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(b)
Cross references
(1) Section 2662(b)(3)(E) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking 2667(h)(2) and inserting 2667(i)(2).
(2) Section 6981(a)(2) of such title is amended by striking 2667(h)(2) and inserting 2667(i)(2).
C
Provisions Related to Asia-Pacific Military Realignment
2821.
Restriction on development of public infrastructure in connection with realignment of Marine Corps forces in Asia-Pacific region
(a)
Restriction
If the Secretary of Defense determines that any grant, cooperative agreement, transfer of funds to another Federal agency, or supplement of funds available under Federal programs administered by agencies other than the Department of Defense will result in the development (including repair, replacement, renovation, conversion, improvement, expansion, acquisition, or construction) of public infrastructure on Guam, the Secretary of Defense may not carry out such grant, transfer, cooperative agreement, or supplemental funding unless such grant, transfer, cooperative agreement, or supplemental funding will be used—
(1) to carry out a public infrastructure project—
(A) that was included in the report prepared by the Secretary of Defense under section 2822(d)(2) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (division B of Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 1017); and
(B) for which amounts have been appropriated or made available to be expended by the Department of Defense before the date of the enactment of this Act; or
(2) to perform planning and design work in connection with a public infrastructure project described in paragraph (1).
(b)
Public infrastructure defined
In this section, the term public infrastructure means any utility, method of transportation, item of equipment, or facility under the control of a public entity or State or local government that is used by, or constructed for the benefit of, the general public.
(c)
Repeal of Superseded Law
Subsection (b) of section 2821 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (division B of Public Law 113–291; 128 Stat. 3701) is repealed.
2822.
Annual report on Government of Japan contributions toward realignment of Marine Corps forces in Asia-Pacific region
(a)
Report required
Not later than the date of the submission of the budget of the President for each of fiscal years 2017 through 2026 under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that specifies each of the following:
(1) The total amount contributed by the Government of Japan during the most recently concluded Japanese fiscal year under section 2350k of title 10, United States Code, for deposit in the Support for United States Relocation to Guam Account.
(2) The anticipated contributions to be made by the Government of Japan under such section during the current and next Japanese fiscal years.
(3) The projects carried out on Guam or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands during the previous fiscal year using amounts in the Support for United States Relocation to Guam Account.
(4) The anticipated projects that will be carried out on Guam or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands during the fiscal year covered by the budget submission using amounts in such Account.
(b)
Repeal of Superseded reporting requirement
Subsection (e) of section 2824 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (division B of Public Law 110–417; 10 U.S.C. 2687 note) is repealed.
D
Land Conveyances
2831.
Land exchange authority, Mare Island Army Reserve Center, Vallejo, California
(a)
Exchange authorized
Subject to subsection (b), the Secretary of the Army may carry out a real property exchange with Touro University California (in this section referred to as the University), under which the Secretary will convey all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to a parcel of real property, including any improvements thereon, consisting of approximately 3.42 acres of the former Mare Island Naval Shipyard on Azuar Drive in the City of Vallejo, California, and administered by the Secretary as part of the 63rd Regional Support Command, for the purpose of permitting the University to use the parcel for educational and administrative purposes.
(b)
Conveyance authority conditional
The conveyance authority provided by subsection (a) shall take effect only if the real property exchange process initiated by the Secretary of the Army in a notice of availability (DACW05–8–15–512) issued on January 28, 2015, and involving the real property described in subsection (a) is terminated unsuccessfully.
(c)
Conveyance process
The Secretary shall carry out the real property exchange authorized by subsection (a) using the authority available to the Secretary under section 18240 of title 10, United States Code.
(d)
Facilities to be acquired
In exchange for the conveyance of the real property under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Army shall acquire, consistent with subsections (c) and (d) of section 18240 of title 10, United States Code, a facility, or addition to an existing facility, needed to rectify the parking shortage for the Mare Island Army Reserve Center.
(e)
Payment of costs of conveyance
(1)
Payment required
The Secretary of the Army shall require the University to cover costs (except costs for environmental remediation of the property) to be incurred by the Secretary, or to reimburse the Secretary for such costs incurred by the Secretary, to carry out the conveyance under subsection (a), including survey costs, costs for environmental documentation related to the conveyance, and any other administrative costs related to the conveyance. If amounts are collected from the University in advance of the Secretary incurring the actual costs, and the amount collected exceeds the costs actually incurred by the Secretary to carry out the conveyance, the Secretary shall refund the excess amount to the University.
(2)
Treatment of amounts received
Amounts received as reimbursement under paragraph (1) shall be credited to the fund or account that was used to cover those costs incurred by the Secretary in carrying out the conveyance or, if the period of availability for obligations for that appropriation has expired, to the appropriations or fund that is currently available to the Secretary for the same purpose. Amounts so credited shall be merged with amounts in such fund or account, and shall be available for the same purposes, and subject to the same conditions and limitations, as amounts in such fund or account.
(f)
Description of property
The exact acreage and legal description of the property to be conveyed under subsection (a) and acquired under subsection (d) shall be determined by a survey satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army.
2832.
Land exchange, Navy outlying landing field, Naval Air Station, Whiting Field, Florida
(a)
Land exchange authorized
The Secretary of the Navy (in this section referred to as the Secretary) may convey to Escambia County, Florida (in this section referred to as the County), all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to a parcel of real property, including any improvements thereon, containing Navy Outlying Landing Field Site 8 in Escambia County associated with Naval Air Station, Whiting Field, Milton, Florida.
(b)
Land to be acquired
In exchange for the property described in subsection (a), the County shall convey to the Secretary of the Navy land and improvements thereon in Santa Rosa County, Florida, that is acceptable to the Secretary and suitable for use as a Navy outlying landing field to replace Navy Outlying Landing Field Site 8.
(c)
Payment of costs of conveyance
(1)
Payment required
The Secretary of the Navy shall require the County to fund costs to be incurred by the Secretary, or to reimburse the Secretary for such costs incurred by the Secretary, to carry out the land exchange under this section, including survey costs, costs for environmental documentation, other administrative costs related to the land exchange, and all costs associated with relocation of activities and facilities from Navy Outlying Landing Field Site 8 to the replacement location. If amounts are collected from the County in advance of the Secretary incurring the actual costs, and the amount collected exceeds the costs actually incurred by the Secretary to carry out the land exchange, the Secretary shall refund the excess amount to the County.
(2)
Treatment of amounts received
Amounts received as reimbursement under paragraph (1) shall be credited to the fund or account that was used to cover those costs incurred by the Secretary in carrying out the land exchange. Amounts so credited shall be merged with amounts in such fund or account, and shall be available for the same purposes, and subject to the same conditions and limitations, as amounts in such fund or account.
(d)
Description of property
The exact acreage and legal description of the property to be exchanged under this section shall be determined by surveys satisfactory to the Secretary of the Navy.
(e)
Conveyance agreement
The exchange of real property under this section shall be accomplished using a quit claim deed or other legal instrument and upon terms and conditions mutually satisfactory to the Secretary of the Navy and the County, including such additional terms and conditions as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States.
2833.
Release of property interests retained in connection with land conveyance, Fort Bliss Military Reservation, Texas
(a)
Release of retained interests
With respect to a parcel of real property in El Paso, Texas, consisting of approximately 20 acres and conveyed by deed for National Guard and military purposes by the United States to the State of Texas pursuant to section 708 of the Military Construction Authorization Act, 1972 (Public Law 92–145; 85 Stat. 412), the Secretary of the Army may release the rights reserved by the United States under subsections (d) and (e)(2) of such section and the reversionary interest retained by the United States under subsection (e)(1) of such section. The release of such rights and retained interests with respect to any portion of that parcel shall not be construed to alter the rights or interests retained by the United States with respect to the remainder of the real property conveyed to the State under such section.
(b)
Condition of release
The release authorized by subsection (a) of rights and retained interests shall be subject to the condition that—
(1) the State of Texas sell the parcel of real property covered by the release for fair market value; and
(2) all proceeds from the sale shall be used to fund improvements or repairs for National Guard and military purposes on the remainder of the property conveyed under section 708 of the Military Construction Authorization Act, 1972 (Public Law 92–145; 85 Stat. 412) and retained by the State.
(c)
Instrument of release and description of property
The Secretary of the Army may execute and file in the appropriate office a deed of release, amended deed, or other appropriate instrument reflecting the release of rights and retained interests under subsection (a). The exact acreage and legal description of the property for which rights and retained interests are released under subsection (a) shall be determined by a survey satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army.
(d)
Payment of administrative costs
(1)
Payment required
The Secretary of the Army may require the State of Texas to cover costs to be incurred by the Secretary, or to reimburse the Secretary for costs incurred by the Secretary, to carry out the release of retained interests under subsection (a), including survey costs, costs related to environmental documentation, and other administrative costs related to the conveyance. If amounts paid to the Secretary in advance exceed the costs actually incurred by the Secretary to carry out the conveyance, the Secretary shall refund the excess amount to the State.
(2)
Treatment of amounts received
Amounts received under paragraph (1) as reimbursement for costs incurred by the Secretary to carry out the release of retained interests under subsection (a) shall be credited to the fund or account that was used to cover the costs incurred by the Secretary in carrying out the release of retained interests. Amounts so credited shall be merged with amounts in such fund or account and shall be available for the same purposes, and subject to the same conditions and limitations, as amounts in such fund or account.
(e)
Additional terms and conditions
The Secretary of the Army may require such additional terms and conditions in connection with the release of retained interests under subsection (a) as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States, to include necessary munitions response actions by the State of Texas in accordance with subsection (e)(3) of section 708 of the Military Construction Authorization Act, 1972 (Public Law 92–145; 85 Stat. 412).
2834.
Release of property interests retained in connection with land conveyance, Camp Villere, Louisiana
(a)
Release of retained interests
With respect to a parcel of real property at Camp Villere, Louisiana, consisting of approximately 48.04 acres and conveyed by quit-claim deed for National Guard purposes by the United States to the State of Louisiana pursuant to section 616 of the Military Construction Authorization Act, 1975 (titles I through VI of Public Law 93–553; 88 Stat. 1768), the Secretary of the Army may release the terms and conditions imposed by the United States under subsection (b) of such section and the reversionary interest retained by the United States under subsection (c) of such section. The release of such terms and conditions and retained interests with respect to any portion of that parcel shall not be construed to alter the rights or interests retained by the United States with respect to the remainder of the real property conveyed to the State under such section.
(b)
Condition of release
The release authorized by subsection (a) of terms and conditions and retained interests shall be subject to the condition that the State of Louisiana—
(1) transfer the parcel of real property described in such subsection from the Louisiana Military Department to the Louisiana Agricultural Finance Authority for the purpose of permitting the Louisiana Agricultural Finance Authority to use the parcel for any purposes allowed by State law; and
(2) make available to the Louisiana Military Department real property to replace the transferred parcel that is suitable for use for National Guard training and operational support for emergency management and homeland defense activities.
(c)
Instrument of release and description of property
The Secretary of the Army may execute and file in the appropriate office a deed of release, amended deed, or other appropriate instrument reflecting the release of terms and conditions and retained interests under subsection (a). The exact acreage and legal description of the property described in such subsection shall be determined by a survey satisfactory to the Secretary of the Army.
(d)
Payment of administrative costs
(1)
Payment required
The Secretary of the Army may require the State of Louisiana to cover costs to be incurred by the Secretary, or to reimburse the Secretary for costs incurred by the Secretary, to carry out the release of retained interests under subsection (a), including survey costs, costs related to environmental documentation, and other administrative costs related to the conveyance. If amounts paid to the Secretary in advance exceed the costs actually incurred by the Secretary to carry out the conveyance, the Secretary shall refund the excess amount to the State.
(2)
Treatment of amounts received
Amounts received under paragraph (1) as reimbursement for costs incurred by the Secretary to carry out the release of retained interests under subsection (a) shall be credited to the fund or account that was used to cover the costs incurred by the Secretary in carrying out the release of retained interests. Amounts so credited shall be merged with amounts in such fund or account and shall be available for the same purposes, and subject to the same conditions and limitations, as amounts in such fund or account.
(e)
Additional terms and conditions
The Secretary of the Army may require such additional terms and conditions in connection with the release of retained interests under subsection (a) as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States.
2835.
Land conveyance, Campion Air Force Radar Station, Galena, Alaska
(a)
Conveyance authorized
The Secretary of the Interior may convey, without consideration, to the Town of Galena, Alaska (in this section referred to as the Town), all right, title, and interest of the United States in and to public land, including improvements thereon, at the former Campion Air Force Station, Alaska, as further described in subsection (b), for the purpose of permitting the Town to use the conveyed land for public purposes.
(b)
Description of property
The property to be conveyed under subsection (a) consists of approximately 1290 acres of the approximately 1613 acres of public land withdrawn by the Secretary of the Interior under Public Land Order 843 for use by the Secretary of the Air Force as the former Campion Air Force Station. The portions of the former Air Force Station that are not authorized to be conveyed under subsection (a) are those portions that are subject to environmental land use restrictions or are currently undergoing environmental remediation by the Secretary of the Air Force.
(c)
Consultation
The Secretary of the Interior shall consult with the Secretary of the Air Force on the exact acreage and legal description of the public land to be conveyed under subsection (a) and conditions to be included in the conveyance that are necessary to protect human health and the environment.
(d)
Payment of costs of conveyance
(1)
Payment required
The Secretary of the Interior shall require the Town to cover costs (except costs for environmental remediation of the property) to be incurred by the Secretary of the Interior and by the Secretary of the Air Force, or to reimburse the appropriate Secretary for such costs incurred by the Secretary, to carry out the conveyance under this section, including survey costs, costs for environmental documentation, and any other administrative costs related to the conveyance. If amounts are collected in advance of the Secretary of Interior or Secretary of the Air Force incurring the actual costs, and the amount collected exceeds the costs actually incurred by the Secretary to carry out the conveyance, the appropriate Secretary shall refund the excess amount to the Town.
(2)
Treatment of amounts received
(A)
Secretary of the interior
Amounts received by the Secretary of the Interior as reimbursement under paragraph (1) shall be credited, at the option of the Secretary, to the appropriation, fund, or account from which the expenses were paid, or to an appropriate appropriation, fund, or account currently available to the Secretary for the purposes for which the expenses were paid. Amounts so credited shall be merged with funds in such appropriation, fund, or account and shall be available for the same purposes and subject to the same limitations as the funds with which merged.
(B)
Secretary of the air force
Amounts received by the Secretary of the Air Force as reimbursement under paragraph (1) shall be credited, at the option of the Secretary, to the appropriation, fund, or account from which the expenses were paid, or to an appropriate appropriation, fund, or account currently available to the Secretary for the purposes for which the expenses were paid. Amounts so credited shall be merged with funds in such appropriation, fund, or account and shall be available for the same purposes and subject to the same limitations as the funds with which merged.
(e)
Conveyance agreement
The conveyance of public land under this section shall be accomplished using a quit claim deed or other legal instrument and upon terms and conditions mutually satisfactory to the Secretary of the Interior, after consulting with the Secretary of the Air Force, and the Town, including such additional terms and conditions as the Secretary of the Interior, after consulting with the Secretary of the Air Force, considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States.
E
Military Land Withdrawals
2841.
Withdrawal and reservation of public land, Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, California
(a)
Withdrawal and reservation of additional public land
Section 2971(b) of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (division B of Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 1044) is amended—
(1) by striking The public land and inserting the following:
(1)
Initial withdrawal
The public land
; and
(2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(2)
Additional withdrawal
(A)
In general
Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the public land (including interests in land) referred to in subsection (a) also includes the approximately 21,060 acres of public land in San Bernardino County, California, identified as Proposed Navy Land on the map entitled Proposed Navy Withdrawal, dated March 10, 2015, and filed in accordance with section 2912.
(B)
Excluded lands
The withdrawal area referred to in subparagraph (A) specifically excludes section 36, township 29 south, range 43 east, San Bernardino meridian.
(C)
Existing rights and access
The withdrawal and reservation of public land pursuant to subparagraph (A) is subject to valid existing rights. The Secretary of the Navy shall ensure that the owners of the excluded private land identified in subparagraph (B) continue to have reasonable access to such land.
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(b)
Permanent Withdrawal or Transfer of Administrative Jurisdiction
Section 2979 of the Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (division B of Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 1044) is amended by striking on March 31, 2039. and inserting the following:
only as follows:
(1) If the Secretary of the Navy makes an election to terminate the withdrawal and reservation of the public land.
(2) If the Secretary of the Interior, upon request by the Secretary of the Navy, transfers administrative jurisdiction over the public land to the Secretary of the Navy. A transfer under this paragraph may consist of a portion of the land, in which case the termination of the withdrawal and reservation applies only with respect to the land so transferred.
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2842.
Bureau of Land Management withdrawn military lands efficiency and savings
(a)
Elimination of termination date and authorization for transfer of administrative jurisdiction
Subsection (a) of section 3015 of the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 (title XXX of Public Law 106–65; 113 Stat. 892) is amended to read as follows:
(a)
Permanent withdrawal and reservation; effect of transfer on withdrawal
The withdrawal and reservation of lands by section 3011 shall terminate only as follows:
(1) Upon an election by the Secretary of the military department concerned to relinquish any or all of the land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011.
(2) Upon a transfer by the Secretary of the Interior, under section 3016 and upon request by the Secretary of the military department concerned, of administrative jurisdiction over the land to the Secretary of the military department concerned. Such a transfer may consist of a portion of the land, in which case the termination of the withdrawal and reservation applies only with respect to the land so transferred.
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(b)
Transfer process and management and use of lands
The Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 (title XXX of Public Law 106–65) is further amended—
(1) by redesignating sections 3022 and 3023 as sections 3027 and 3028, respectively; and
(2) by striking sections 3016 through 3021 and inserting the following new sections:
3016.
Transfer process
(a)
Transfer authorized
The Secretary of the Interior shall, upon the request of the Secretary concerned, transfer to the Secretary concerned administrative jurisdiction over the land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011, or a portion of the land as the Secretary concerned may request.
(b)
Valid existing rights
The transfer of administrative jurisdiction under subsection (a) shall be subject to any valid existing rights.
(c)
Time for conveyance
The transfer of administrative jurisdiction under subsection (a) shall occur pursuant to a schedule agreed upon by the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary concerned.
(d)
Map and legal description
(1)
Preparation and publication
The Secretary of the Interior shall publish in the Federal Register a legal description of the public land to be transferred under subsection (a).
(2)
Submission to congress
The Secretary of the Interior shall file with the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives—
(A) a copy of the legal description prepared under paragraph (1); and
(B) the map referred to in subsection (a).
(3)
Availability for public inspection
Copies of the legal description and map filed under paragraph (2) shall be available for public inspection in the appropriate offices of—
(A) the Bureau of Land Management;
(B) the commanding officer of the installation; and
(C) the Secretary concerned.
(4)
Force of law
The legal description and map filed under paragraph (2) shall have the same force and effect as if included in this Act, except that the Secretary of the Interior may correct clerical and typographical errors in the legal description or map.
(5)
Reimbursement of costs
Any transfer entered into pursuant to subsection (a) shall be made without reimbursement, except that the Secretary concerned shall reimburse the Secretary of the Interior for any costs incurred by the Secretary of the Interior to prepare the legal description and map under this subsection.
3017.
Administration of transferred land
(a)
Treatment and use of transferred land
Upon the transfer of administrative jurisdiction of land under section 3016—
(1) the land shall be treated as property (as defined in section 102(9) of title 40, United States Code) under the administrative jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned; and
(2) the Secretary concerned shall administer the land for military purposes.
(b)
Withdrawal of mineral estate
Subject to valid existing rights, land for which the administrative jurisdiction is transferred under section 3016 is withdrawn from all forms of appropriation under the public land laws, including the mining laws, the mineral leasing laws, and the geothermal leasing laws, for as long as the land is under the administrative jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned.
(c)
Integrated natural resources management plan
Not later than one year after the transfer of land under section 3016, the Secretary concerned, in cooperation with the Secretary of the Interior, shall prepare an integrated natural resources management plan pursuant to the Sikes Act (16 U.S.C. 670a et seq.) for the transferred land.
(d)
Relation to general provisions
Sections 3018 through 3026 do not apply to lands transferred under section 3016 or to the management of such land.
(e)
Transfers between armed forces
Nothing in this subtitle shall be construed as limiting the authority to transfer administrative jurisdiction over the land transferred under section 3016 to another armed force pursuant to section 2696 of title 10, United States Code, and the provisions of this section shall continue to apply to any such lands.
3018.
General applicability; definitions
(a)
Applicability
Sections 3014 through 3028 apply to the lands withdrawn and reserved by section 3011 except—
(1) to the B-16 Range referred to in section 3011(a)(3)(A), for which only section 3019 applies;
(2) to the Shoal Site referred to in section 3011(a)(3)(B), for which sections 3014 through 3028 apply only to the surface estate;
(3) to the Pahute Mesa area referred to in section 3011(b)(2); and
(4) to the Desert National Wildlife Refuge referred to in section 3011(b)(5)—
(A) except for section 3024(b); and
(B) for which sections 3014 through 3028 shall only apply to the authorities and responsibilities of the Secretary of the Air Force under section 3011(b)(5).
(b)
Rules of construction
Nothing in this subtitle assigns management of real property under the administrative jurisdiction of the Secretary concerned to the Secretary of the Interior.
(c)
Definitions
In this subtitle:
(1)
Indian tribe
The term Indian tribe has the meaning given the term in section 102 of the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994 (25 U.S.C. 479a).
(2)
Manage; management
(A)
Inclusions
The terms manage and management include the authority to exercise jurisdiction, custody, and control over the lands withdrawn and reserved by section 3011.
(B)
Exclusions
Such terms do not include authority for disposal of the lands withdrawn and reserved by section 3011.
(3)
Secretary concerned
The term Secretary concerned has the meaning given the term in section 101(a) of title 10, United States Code.
3019.
Access restrictions
(a)
Authority to impose restrictions
If the Secretary concerned determines that military operations, public safety, or national security require the closure to the public of any road, trail, or other portion of land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011, the Secretary may take such action as the Secretary determines to be necessary to implement and maintain the closure.
(b)
Limitation
Any closure under subsection (a) shall be limited to the minimum area and duration that the Secretary concerned determines are required for the purposes of the closure.
(c)
Consultation required
(1)
In general
Subject to paragraph (3), before a closure is implemented under this section, the Secretary concerned shall consult with the Secretary of the Interior.
(2)
Indian tribe
Subject to paragraph (3), if a closure proposed under this section may affect access to or use of sacred sites or resources considered to be important by an Indian tribe, the Secretary concerned shall consult, at the earliest practicable date, with the affected Indian tribe.
(3)
Limitation
No consultation shall be required under paragraph (1) or (2)—
(A) if the closure is provided for in an integrated natural resources management plan, an installation cultural resources management plan, or a land use management plan; or
(B) in the case of an emergency, as determined by the Secretary concerned.
(d)
Notice
Immediately preceding and during any closure implemented under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned shall post appropriate warning notices and take other appropriate actions to notify the public of the closure.
3020.
Changes in use
(a)
Other uses authorized
In addition to the purposes described in section 3011, the Secretary concerned may authorize the use of land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011 for defense-related purposes.
(b)
Notice to secretary of the interior
(1)
In general
The Secretary concerned shall promptly notify the Secretary of the Interior if the land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011 is used for additional defense-related purposes.
(2)
Requirements
A notification under paragraph (1) shall specify—
(A) each additional use;
(B) the planned duration of each additional use; and
(C) the extent to which each additional use would require that additional or more stringent conditions or restrictions be imposed on otherwise-permitted nondefense-related uses of the withdrawn and reserved land or portions of withdrawn and reserved land.
3021.
Brush and range fire prevention and suppression
(a)
Required activities
Consistent with any applicable land management plan, the Secretary concerned shall take necessary precautions to prevent, and actions to suppress, brush and range fires occurring as a result of military activities on the land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011, including fires that occur on other land that spread from the withdrawn and reserved land.
(b)
Cooperation of secretary of the interior
(1)
In general
At the request of the Secretary concerned, the Secretary of the Interior shall provide assistance in the suppression of fires under subsection (a). The Secretary concerned shall reimburse the Secretary of the Interior for the costs incurred by the Secretary of the Interior in providing such assistance.
(2)
Transfer of funds
Notwithstanding section 2215 of title 10, United States Code, the Secretary concerned may transfer to the Secretary of the Interior, in advance, funds to be used to reimburse the costs of the Department of the Interior in providing assistance under this subsection.
3022.
Ongoing decontamination
(a)
Program of decontamination required
During the period of a withdrawal and reservation of land by section 3011, the Secretary concerned shall maintain, to the extent funds are available to carry out this subsection, a program of decontamination of contamination caused by defense-related uses on the withdrawn land. The decontamination program shall be carried out consistent with applicable Federal and State law.
(b)
Annual report
The Secretary of Defense shall include in the annual report required by section 2711 of title 10, United States Code, a description of decontamination activities conducted under subsection (a).
3023.
Water rights
(a)
No reservation of water rights
Nothing in this subtitle—
(1) establishes a reservation in favor of the United States with respect to any water or water right on the land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011; or
(2) authorizes the appropriation of water on the land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011, except in accordance with applicable State law.
(b)
Effect on previously acquired or reserved water rights
(1)
In general
Nothing in this section affects any water rights acquired or reserved by the United States before October 5, 1999, on the land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011.
(2)
Authority of secretary concerned
The Secretary concerned may exercise any water rights described in paragraph (1).
3024.
Hunting, fishing, and trapping
(a)
In general
Section 2671 of title 10, United States Code, shall apply to all hunting, fishing, and trapping on the land—
(1) that is withdrawn and reserved by section 3011; and
(2) for which management of the land has been assigned to the Secretary concerned.
(b)
Desert national wildlife refuge
Hunting, fishing, and trapping within the Desert National Wildlife Refuge shall be conducted in accordance with the National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act of 1966 (16 U.S.C. 668dd et seq.), the Recreation Use of Wildlife Areas Act of 1969 (16 U.S.C. 460k et seq.), and other laws applicable to the National Wildlife Refuge System.
3025.
Relinquishment
(a)
Notice of intention to relinquish
If, during the period of withdrawal and reservation made by section 3011, the Secretary concerned decides to relinquish any or all of the land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011, the Secretary concerned shall submit to the Secretary of the Interior notice of the intention to relinquish the land.
(b)
Determination of contamination
The Secretary concerned shall include in the notice submitted under subsection (a) a written determination concerning whether and to what extent the land that is to be relinquished is contaminated with explosive materials or toxic or hazardous substances.
(c)
Public notice
The Secretary of the Interior shall publish in the Federal Register the notice of intention to relinquish the land under this section, including the determination concerning the contaminated state of the land.
(d)
Decontamination of land to be relinquished
(1)
Decontamination required
The Secretary concerned shall decontaminate land subject to a notice of intention under subsection (a) to the extent that funds are appropriated for that purpose, if—
(A) the land subject to the notice of intention is contaminated, as determined by the Secretary concerned; and
(B) the Secretary of the Interior, in consultation with the Secretary concerned, determines that—
(i) decontamination is practicable and economically feasible, after taking into consideration the potential future use and value of the contaminated land; and
(ii) on decontamination of the land, the land could be opened to operation of some or all of the public land laws, including the mining laws, the mineral leasing laws, and the geothermal leasing laws.
(2)
Alternatives to relinquishment
The Secretary of the Interior shall not be required to accept the land proposed for relinquishment under subsection (a), if—
(A) the Secretary of the Interior, after consultation with the Secretary concerned, determines that—
(i) decontamination of the land is not practicable or economically feasible; or
(ii) the land cannot be decontaminated sufficiently to be opened to operation of some or all of the public land laws; or
(B) sufficient funds are not appropriated for the decontamination of the land.
(3)
Status of contaminated land proposed to be relinquished
If, because of the contaminated state of the land, the Secretary of the Interior declines to accept land withdrawn and reserved by section 3011 that has been proposed for relinquishment—
(A) the Secretary concerned shall take appropriate steps to warn the public of—
(i) the contaminated state of the land; and
(ii) any risks associated with entry onto the land;
(B) the Secretary concerned shall submit to the Secretary of the Interior and Congress a report describing—
(i) the status of the land; and
(ii) any actions taken under this paragraph.
(e)
Revocation authority
(1)
In general
If the Secretary of the Interior determines that it is in the public interest to accept the land proposed for relinquishment under subsection (a), the Secretary of the Interior may order the revocation of a withdrawal and reservation made by section 3011.
(2)
Revocation order
To carry out a revocation under paragraph (1), the Secretary of the Interior shall publish in the Federal Register a revocation order that—
(A) terminates the withdrawal and reservation;
(B) constitutes official acceptance of the land by the Secretary of the Interior; and
(C) specifies the date on which the land will be opened to the operation of some or all of the public land laws, including the mining laws, the mineral leasing laws, and the geothermal leasing laws.
(f)
Acceptance by secretary of the interior
(1)
In general
Nothing in this section requires the Secretary of the Interior to accept the land proposed for relinquishment if the Secretary determines that the land is not suitable for return to the public domain.
(2)
Notice
If the Secretary makes a determination that the land is not suitable for return to the public domain, the Secretary shall provide notice of the determination to Congress.
3026.
Effect of termination of military use
(a)
Notice and effect
Upon a determination by the Secretary concerned that there is no longer a military need for all or portions of the land for which administrative jurisdiction was transferred under section 3016, the Secretary concerned shall notify the Secretary of the Interior of such determination. Subject to subsections (b), (c), and (d), the Secretary concerned shall transfer administrative jurisdiction over the land subject to such a notice back to the administrative jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior.
(b)
Contamination
Before transmitting a notice under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned shall prepare a written determination concerning whether and to what extent the land to be transferred is contaminated with explosive materials or toxic or hazardous substances. A copy of the determination shall be transmitted with the notice. Copies of the notice and the determination shall be published in the Federal Register.
(c)
Decontamination
The Secretary concerned shall decontaminate any contaminated land that is the subject of a notice under subsection (a) if—
(1) the Secretary of the Interior, in consultation with the Secretary concerned, determines that—
(A) decontamination is practicable and economically feasible (taking into consideration the potential future use and value of the land); and
(B) upon decontamination, the land could be opened to operation of some or all of the public land laws, including the mining laws; and
(2) funds are appropriated for such decontamination.
(d)
No required acceptance
The Secretary of the Interior is not required to accept land proposed for transfer under subsection (a) if the Secretary of the Interior is unable to make the determinations under subsection (c)(1) or if Congress does not appropriate a sufficient amount of funds for the decontamination of the land.
(e)
Alternative disposal
If the Secretary of the Interior declines to accept land proposed for transfer under subsection (a), the Secretary concerned shall dispose of the land in accordance with property disposal procedures established by law.
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(c)
Conforming and clerical amendments
(1)
Conforming amendments
Section 3014 of the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 (title XXX of Public Law 106–65; 113 Stat. 890) is amended by striking subsections (b), (d), and (f).
(2)
Clerical amendments
The table of sections at the beginning of the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 (title XXX of Public Law 106–65; 113 Stat. 885) is amended by striking the items relating to sections 3016 through 3023 and inserting the following new items:
Sec. 3016. Transfer process. Sec. 3017. Administration of transferred land. Sec. 3018. General applicability; definitions. Sec. 3019. Access restrictions. Sec. 3020. Changes in use. Sec. 3021. Brush and range fire prevention and suppression. Sec. 3022. Ongoing decontamination. Sec. 3023. Water rights. Sec. 3024. Hunting, fishing, and trapping. Sec. 3025. Relinquishment. Sec. 3026. Effect of termination of military use. Sec. 3027. Use of mineral materials. Sec. 3028. Immunity of United States.
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F
Military Memorials, Monuments, and Museums
2851.
Renaming site of the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, Ohio
Section 101(b)(5) of the Dayton Aviation Heritage Preservation Act of 1992 (16 U.S.C. 410ww(b)(5)) is amended by striking Aviation Center and inserting National Museum.
2852.
Extension of authority for establishment of commemorative work in honor of Brigadier General Francis Marion
Notwithstanding section 8903(e) of title 40, United States Code, the authority provided by section 331 of the Consolidated Natural Resources Act of 2008 (Public Law 110–229; 122 Stat. 781; 40 U.S.C. 8903 note) shall continue to apply through May 8, 2018.
2853.
Amendments to the National Historic Preservation Act
(a)
Criteria and regulations relating to National Register, National Historic Landmarks, and World Heritage List
Section 302103 of title 54, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (E), by striking and;
(2) in subparagraph (F), by striking the period and inserting ; and; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:
(G) notifying the Committee on Natural Resources of the United States House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate if the property is owned by the Federal Government when the property is being considered for inclusion on the National Register, for designation as a National Historic Landmark, or for nomination to the World Heritage List.
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(b)
Regulations
Section 302107 of title 54, United States Code, is amended—
(1) in paragraph (2), by striking and;
(2) in paragraph (3), by striking the period and inserting ; and; and
(3) by adding at the end the following:
(4) to allow for expedited removal of Federal property listed on the National Register of Historic Places if the managing agency of that Federal property submits to the Secretary a written request to remove the Federal property from the National Register of Historic Places for reasons of national security, such as any impact the inclusion or designation would have on use of the property for military training or readiness purposes.
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(c)
Objection to inclusion or designation for reasons of national security
Chapter 3021 of title 54, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:
302109.
Objection to inclusion or designation for reasons of national security
If the head of the agency managing any Federal property objects to such inclusion or designation for reasons of national security, such as any impact the inclusion or designation would have on use of the property for military training or readiness purposes, that Federal property shall be neither included on the National Register nor designated as a National Historic Landmark until the objection is withdrawn
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(d)
Conforming amendment
The table of sections at the beginning of chapter 3021 of title 54, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new item:
302109. Objection to inclusion or designation for reasons of national security.
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G
Other Matters
2861.
Modification of Department of Defense guidance on use of airfield pavement markings
The Secretary of Defense shall require such modifications of Unified Facilities Guide Specifications for pavement markings (UFGS 32 17 23.00 20 Pavement Markings, UFGS 32 17 24.00 10 Pavement Markings), Air Force Engineering Technical Letter ETL 97–18 (Guide Specification for Airfield and Roadway Marking), and any other Department of Defense guidance on airfield pavement markings as may be necessary to permit the use of Type III category of retro-reflective beads to reflectorize airfield markings. The Secretary shall develop appropriate policy to ensure that the determination of the category of retro-reflective beads used on an airfield is determined on an installation-by-installation basis, taking into consideration local conditions and the life-cycle maintenance costs of the pavement markings.
2862.
Protection and recovery of Greater Sage Grouse
(a)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term Federal resource management plan means—
(A) a land use plan prepared by the Bureau of Land Management for public lands pursuant to section 202 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1712); or
(B) a land and resource management plan prepared by the Forest Service for National Forest System lands pursuant to section 6 of the Forest and Rangeland Renewable Resources Planning Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 1604).
(2) The term Greater Sage Grouse means a sage grouse of the species Centrocercus urophasianus.
(3) The term State management plan means a State-approved plan for the protection and recovery of the Greater Sage Grouse.
(b)
Purpose
The purpose of this section is—
(1) to facilitate implementation of State management plans over a period of multiple, consecutive sage grouse life cycles; and
(2) to demonstrate the efficacy of the State management plans for the protection and recovery of the Greater Sage Grouse.
(c)
Endangered Species Act of 1973 findings
(1)
Delay required
Any finding by the Secretary of the Interior under clause (i), (ii), or (iii) of section 4(b)(3)(B) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1533(b)(3)(B)) with respect to the Greater Sage Grouse made during the period beginning on September 30, 2015, and ending on the date of the enactment of this Act shall have no force or effect in law or in equity, and the Secretary of the Interior may not make any such finding during the period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act and ending on September 30, 2025.
(2)
Effect on other laws
The delay imposed by paragraph (1) is, and shall remain, effective without regard to any other statute, regulation, court order, legal settlement, or any other provision of law or in equity.
(3)
Effect on conservation status
Until the date specified in paragraph (1), the conservation status of the Greater Sage Grouse shall remain warranted for listing under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.), but precluded by higher-priority listing actions pursuant to clause (iii) of section 4(b)(3)(B) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1533(b)(3)(B)).
(d)
Coordination of Federal land management and state conservation and management plans
(1)
Prohibition on modification of federal resource management plans
In order to foster coordination between a State management plan and Federal resource management plans that affect the Greater Sage Grouse, upon notification by the Governor of a State with a State management plan, the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture may not amend or otherwise modify any Federal resource management plan applicable to Federal lands in the State in a manner inconsistent with the State management plan for a period, to be specified by the Governor in the notification, of at least five years beginning on the date of the notification.
(2)
Retroactive effect
In the case of any State that provides notification under paragraph (1), if any amendment or modification of a Federal resource management plan applicable to Federal lands in the State was issued during the one-year period preceding the date of the notification and the amendment or modification altered management of the Greater Sage Grouse or its habitat, implementation and operation of the amendment or modification shall be stayed to the extent that the amendment or modification is inconsistent with the State management plan. The Federal resource management plan, as in effect immediately before the amendment or modification, shall apply instead with respect to management of the Greater Sage Grouse and its habitat, to the extent consistent with the State management plan.
(3)
Determination of inconsistency
Any disagreement regarding whether an amendment or other modification of a Federal resource management plan is inconsistent with a State management plan shall be resolved by the Governor of the affected State.
(e)
Relation to National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
With regard to any Federal action consistent with a State management plan, any findings, analyses, or conclusions regarding the Greater Sage Grouse or its habitat under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4331 et seq.) shall not have a preclusive effect on the approval or implementation of the Federal action in that State.
(f)
Reporting requirement
Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act and annually thereafter through 2021, the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture shall jointly submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives a report on the Secretaries’ implementation and effectiveness of systems to monitor the status of Greater Sage Grouse on Federal lands under their jurisdiction.
(g)
Judicial review
Notwithstanding any other provision of statute or regulation, this section, including determinations made under subsection (d)(3), shall not be subject to judicial review.
2863.
Use of Military Operations Areas for national security activities
The expansion or establishment of a national monument by the President under the authority of chapter 3203 of title 54, United States Code (commonly known as the Antiquities Act of 1906; 54 U.S.C. 320301 et seq.), after the date of the enactment of this Act on land located beneath or associated with a Military Operations Area (MOA) shall not be construed to prohibit or constrain any activities on or above the land conducted by the Department of Defense or other Federal agencies for national security purposes, including training and readiness activities.
2864.
Renaming of the Captain William Wylie Galt Great Falls Armed Forces Readiness Center in honor of Captain John E. Moran, a recipient of the Medal of Honor
(a)
Renaming
The Captain William Wylie Galt Great Falls Armed Forces Readiness Center in Great Falls, Montana, shall hereafter be known and designated as the Captain John E. Moran and Captain William Wylie Galt Armed Forces Reserve Center.
(b)
References
Any reference in any law, map, regulation, map, document, paper, other record of the United States to the facility referred to in subsection (a) shall be considered to be a reference to the Captain John E. Moran and Captain William Wylie Galt Armed Forces Reserve Center.
2865.
Implementation of lesser prairie-chicken range-wide conservation plan and other conservation measures
(a)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Candidate conservation agreements
The terms Candidate Conservation Agreement and Candidate and Conservation Agreement With Assurances have the meaning given those terms in—
(A) the announcement of the Department of the Interior and the Department of Commerce entitled Announcement of Final Policy for Candidate Conservation Agreements with Assurances (64 Fed. Reg. 32726 (June 17, 1999)); and
(B) sections 17.22(d) and 17.32(d) of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act).
(2)
Range-wide plan
The term Range-Wide Plan means the Lesser Prairie-Chicken Range-Wide Conservation Plan of the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, as endorsed by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service on October 23, 2013, and published for comment on January 29, 2014 (79 Fed. Reg. 4652).
(3)
Secretary
The term Secretary means the Secretary of the Interior.
(b)
Prohibition on treatment as threatened or endangered species
(1)
In general
Notwithstanding any prior action by the Secretary, the lesser prairie chicken shall not be treated as a threatened species or endangered species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.) before January 31, 2021.
(2)
Prohibition on proposal
Beginning on January 31, 2021, the lesser prairie chicken may not be treated as a threatened species or endangered species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.) unless the Secretary publishes a determination, based on the totality of the scientific evidence, that conservation (as that term is used in that Act) under the Range-Wide Plan and the agreements, programs, and efforts referred to in subsection (c) have not achieved the conservation goals established by the Range-Wide Plan.
(c)
Monitoring of progress of conservation programs
The Secretary shall monitor and annually submit to Congress a report on progress in conservation of the lesser prairie chicken under the Range-Wide Plan and all related—
(1) Candidate Conservation Agreements and Candidate and Conservation Agreements With Assurances;
(2) other Federal conservation programs administered by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Land Management, and the Department of Agriculture;
(3) State conservation programs; and
(4) private conservation efforts.
2866.
Removal of endangered species status for American burying beetle
Notwithstanding the final rule of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service entitled Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determination of Endangered Status for the American Burying Beetle (54 Fed. Reg. 29652 (July 13, 1989)), the American burying beetle shall not be listed as a threatened or endangered species under the Endangered Species Act (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.).
XXIX
Overseas Contingency Operations Military Construction
2901.
Authorized Army construction and land acquisition project
The Secretary of the Army may acquire real property and carry out the military construction project for the installation outside the United States, and in the amount, set forth in the following table: Army: Outside the United States CountryInstallationAmount CubaGuantanamo Bay$76,000,000
2902.
Authorized Navy construction and land acquisition projects
The Secretary of the Navy may acquire real property and carry out the military construction projects for the installations outside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Navy: Outside the United States
CountryInstallationAmount
BahrainBahrain Island$37,700,000
Bahrain Island$52,091,000
ItalySigonella$62,302,000
Sigonella$40,641,000
PolandRedzikowo$51,270,000
2903.
Authorized Air Force construction and land acquisition projects
The Secretary of the Air Force may acquire real property and carry out the military construction projects for the installations outside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table: Air Force: Outside the United States CountryInstallationAmount NigerAgadez$50,000,000 OmanAl Mussanah$25,000,000
2904.
Authorized Defense Agencies construction and land acquisition projects
The Secretary of Defense may acquire real property and carry out the military construction projects for the installations outside the United States, and in the amounts, set forth in the following table:
Defense Agency: Outside the United States
InstallationDefense AgencyAmount
DjiboutiCamp Lemonnier$43,700,000
PolandRedzikowo$169,153,000
2905.
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal years beginning after September 30, 2015, for the military construction projects outside the United States authorized by this title as specified in the funding table in section 4602.
C
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY AUTHORIZATIONS AND OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS
XXXI
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS
A
National Security Programs Authorizations
3101.
National Nuclear Security Administration
(a)
Authorization of appropriations
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Energy for fiscal year 2016 for the activities of the National Nuclear Security Administration in carrying out programs as specified in the funding table in section 4701.
(b)
Authorization of new plant projects
From funds referred to in subsection (a) that are available for carrying out plant projects, the Secretary of Energy may carry out new plant projects for the National Nuclear Security Administration as follows: Project 16–D–621, Substation Replacement at TA–3, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico, $25,000,000.
3102.
Defense environmental cleanup
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Energy for fiscal year 2016 for defense environmental cleanup activities in carrying out programs as specified in the funding table in section 4701.
3103.
Other defense activities
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Energy for fiscal year 2016 for other defense activities in carrying out programs as specified in the funding table in section 4701.
3104.
Nuclear energy
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Department of Energy for fiscal year 2016 for nuclear energy as specified in the funding table in section 4701.
B
Program Authorizations, Restrictions, and Limitations
3111.
Authorized personnel levels of National Nuclear Security Administration
(a)
Full-time equivalent personnel levels
Subsection (a) of section 3241A of the National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2441a) is amended—
(1) in paragraph (1)—
(A) by striking 2015 and inserting 2016; and
(B) by striking 1,690 and inserting 1,350; and
(2) in paragraph (2)—
(A) by striking 2016 and inserting 2017; and
(B) by striking 1,690 and inserting 1,350.
(b)
Counting rule for certain positions
Subsection (b)(3) of such section is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(E) Employees appointed under section 3241.
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(c)
Certain contracting and technical positions
Section 3241 of such Act (50 U.S.C. 2441) is amended by striking 600 and inserting 450.
(d)
Budget information
(1)
In general
Such section 3241A is further amended—
(A) by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (f); and
(B) by inserting after subsection (d) the following new subsection (e):
(e)
Budget display
In the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of each budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, the Administrator shall include information regarding the number of employees of the Office of the Administrator, including the number of employees who are described in each of subparagraphs (A) through (E) of subsection (b)(3).
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(2)
Conforming amendment
Section 3251(b)(2) of such Act (50 U.S.C. 3251(b)(2)) is amended—
(A) by striking testing, and and inserting testing,; and
(B) by inserting before the period at the end the following: , and the information regarding employees of the Administration required by section 3241A(e).
3112.
Full-time equivalent contractor personnel levels
Section 3241A of the National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2441a), as amended by section 3111, is further amended by adding at the end the following new subsections:
(g)
Full-time equivalent contractor personnel levels
(1)
Total number
The total number of full-time equivalent contractor employees working under a service support contract of the Administration may not exceed the number that is 30 percent of the number of employees of the Office of the Administrator authorized under subsection (a)(1).
(2)
Excess
The Administrator may not exceed the total number of full-time equivalent contractor employees authorized under paragraph (1) unless, during each fiscal year in which such total number of contractor employees exceeds such authorized number, the Administrator submits to the congressional defense committees a report justifying such excess.
(g)
Annual report
Together with each budget submitted by the President to Congress under section 1105 of title 31, United States Code, the Administrator shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report containing the following information as of the date of the report:
(1) The number of full-time equivalent employees of the Office of the Administrator, as counted under subsection (a).
(2) The number of service support contracts of the Administration.
(3) The number of full-time equivalent contractor employees working under each contract identified under paragraph (2).
(4) The number of full-time equivalent contractor employees described in paragraph (2) that have been employed under such a contract for a period greater than two years.
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3113.
Improvement to accountability of Department of Energy employees and projects
(a)
Notifications
(1)
In general
Subtitle C of the National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2441 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
3245.
Notification of employee practices affecting national security
(a)
Annual notification
At or about the time that the President’s budget is submitted to Congress under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code, the Secretary and the Administrator shall jointly notify the appropriate congressional committees of—
(1) the number of covered employees whose security clearance was revoked during the year prior to the year in which the notification is made; and
(2) for each employee counted under paragraph (1), the length of time such employee has been employed at the Department or the Administration, respectively, since such revocation.
(b)
Notification to congressional committees
Whenever the Secretary or the Administrator terminates the employment of a covered employee or removes and reassigns a covered employee for cause, the Secretary or the Administrator, as the case may be, shall notify the appropriate congressional committees of such termination or reassignment by not later than 30 days after the date of such termination or reassignment.
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate.
(2) The term covered employee means—
(A) an employee of the Administration; or
(B) an employee of an element of the Department of Energy (other than the Administration) involved in nuclear security.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of contents at the beginning of such Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 3244 the following new items:
Sec. 3245. Notification of employee practices affecting national security.
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(3)
One-time certification
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Energy and the Administrator for Nuclear Security shall jointly submit to the congressional defense committees, the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate written certification that the Secretary and the Administrator possess the authorities needed to terminate the employment of an employee for cause relating to improper program management (as defined in section 3246(c) of the National Nuclear Security Administration Act, as added by subsection (b)(1)).
(b)
Limitation on bonuses
(1)
In general
Such subtitle, as amended by subsection (a)(1), is further amended by adding at the end the following:
3246.
Limitation on bonuses
(a)
Limitation
The Secretary or the Administrator may not pay to a covered employee a bonus during the one-year period beginning on the date on which the Secretary or the Administrator determines that the covered employee committed improper program management.
(b)
Waiver
The Secretary or the Administrator may waive the limitation in subsection (a) on a case-by-case basis if—
(1) the Secretary or the Administrator notifies the appropriate congressional committees of such waiver; and
(2) a period of 60 days elapses following such notification.
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate.
(2) The term bonus means a bonus or award paid under title 5, United States Code, including under chapters 45 or 53 of such title, or any other provision of law.
(3) The term covered employee has the meaning given that term in section 3245.
(4) The term covered project means—
(A) a construction project of the Administration that is not covered under section 4703(d) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2743(d));
(D) a life extension program;
(E) a defense nuclear nonproliferation project or program; or
(F) an activity of the Office of the Administrator.
(5) The term improper program management means actions relating to the management of a covered project that significantly—
(A) delays the project;
(B) reduce the scope of the project;
(C) increase the cost of the project; or
(D) undermines health, safety, or security.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of contents at the beginning of such Act, as amended by subsection (a), is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 3245 the following new items:
Sec. 3246. Limitation on bonuses.
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(c)
Improvement to program management
(1)
In general
Subtitle A of title XLVII of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2741 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
4715.
Completion of projects on time, on budget, within planned scope, and while protecting health, safety, and security
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that the Administrator should use all contractual remedies available to the Administrator, including through the withholding of all award fees, in cases in which the Administrator determines that a contractor of a covered project is responsible for significantly—
(1) delaying the project;
(2) reducing the scope of the project;
(3) increasing the cost of the project; or
(4) undermines health, safety, or security.
(b)
Annual certifications
In addition to the requirements under section 4713, at or about the time that the President’s budget is submitted to Congress under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code, the Administrator shall certify to the appropriate congressional committees that each covered project is being carried out on time, on budget, within the planned scope of the project, and while protecting health, safety, and security.
(c)
Notifications of deficiencies
Not later than 30 days after the date on which the Administrator makes each certification under subsection (b), the Administrator shall notify the appropriate congressional committees of the following:
(1) Any covered project for which the Administrator could not make such a certification.
(2) Except as provided by paragraph (3), with respect to a covered project for which the Administrator could not make such a certification by reason of the actions of a contractor that the Administrator determines significantly delayed the project, reduced the scope of the project, increased the cost of the project, or undermined health, safety, or security—
(A) an explanation as to whether termination of contract for the project is an appropriate remedy;
(B) a description of the terms of the contract regarding award fees and performance; and
(C) a description of how the Administrator plans to exercise contractual options.
(3) In the case of a covered project described in paragraph (2) for which the Administrator is not able to submit the information described in subparagraphs (A) through (C) of such paragraph by reason of a contract enforcement action, a notification of such contract enforcement action and the date on which the Administrator plans to submit the information described in such subparagraphs.
(d)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate.
(2) The term covered project means—
(A) a construction project of the Administration that is not covered under section 4703(d);
(B) a life extension program;
(C) a defense nuclear nonproliferation project or program; or
(D) an activity of the Office of the Administrator.
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(3)
Clerical amendment
The table of contents for such Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 4714 the following new item:
Sec. 4715. Completion of projects on time, on budget, within planned scope, and while protecting health, safety, and security.
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3114.
Cost-benefit analyses for competition of management and operating contracts
(a)
Elements of reports
Subsection (b) of section 3121 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2175), as amended by section 3124 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66; 127 Stat. 1062), is further amended—
(1) in paragraph (4), by striking ; and and inserting a semicolon;
(2) by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (7); and
(3) by inserting after paragraph (4) the following new paragraphs:
(5) the factors considered and processes used by the Administrator to determine—
(A) whether to compete or extend the contract; and
(B) which activities at the facility should be covered under the contract rather than under a different contract;
(6) with respect to the matters included under paragraphs (1) through (5), a detailed description of the analyses conducted by the Administrator to reach the conclusions presented in the report, including any assumptions, limitations, and uncertainties relating to such conclusions; and
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(b)
Fiscal years covered
Subsection (d) of such section 3121 is amended by striking 2017 and inserting 2019.
(c)
Technical amendments
Such section 3121 is further amended—
(1) in subsection (c), by striking or (d)(2); and
(2) in subsection (d)—
(A) by striking paragraph (2);
(B) by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (2); and
(C) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated, by striking subsections (a) and (d)(2) and inserting subsection (a).
(d)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) in the past decade, competition of the management and operating contracts for the national security laboratories has resulted in significant increases in fees paid to the contractors—funding that otherwise could be used to support program and mission activities of the National Nuclear Security Administration;
(2) competition of the management and operating contracts of the nuclear security enterprise is an important mechanism to help realize cost savings, seek efficiencies, improve performance, and hold contractors accountable;
(3) when the Administrator for Nuclear Security considers it appropriate to achieve these goals, the Administrator should conduct competition of these contracts while recognizing the unique nature of federally funded research and development centers; and
(4) the Administrator should ensure that fixed fees and performance-based fees contained in management and operating contracts are as low as possible to maintain a focus on national service while attracting high-quality contractors and achieving the goals of the competition.
3115.
Nuclear weapon design responsiveness program
(a)
Sense of Congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) a modern and responsive nuclear weapons infrastructure is only one component of a nuclear posture that is agile, flexible, and responsive to change; and
(2) to ensure the nuclear deterrent of the United States remains safe, secure, reliable, credible, and responsive, the United States must continually exercise all capabilities required to conceptualize, study, design, develop, engineer, certify, produce, and deploy nuclear weapons.
(b)
Establishment of program
(1)
In general
Subtitle A of title XLII of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2521 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end the following new section:
4220.
Nuclear weapon design responsiveness program
(a)
Statement of policy
It is the policy of the United States to sustain, enhance, and continually exercise all capabilities required to conceptualize, study, design, develop, engineer, certify, produce, and deploy nuclear weapons to ensure the nuclear deterrent of the United States remains safe, secure, reliable, credible, and responsive.
(b)
Program required
The Secretary of Energy, acting through the Administrator and in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, shall carry out a program, along with the stockpile stewardship program under section 4201 and the stockpile management program under section 4204, to sustain, enhance, and continually exercise all capabilities required to conceptualize, study, design, develop, engineer, certify, produce, and deploy nuclear weapons.
(c)
Objectives
The program under subsection (b) shall have the following objectives:
(1) Correct deficiencies in, identify, sustain, enhance, and continually exercise all capabilities required to carry out all phases of the joint nuclear weapons life cycle process, with respect to both the nuclear security enterprise and relevant elements of the Department of Defense.
(2) Identify, enhance, and transfer knowledge, skills, and direct experience with respect to all phases of the joint nuclear weapons life cycle process from one generation of nuclear weapon designers and engineers to the following generation.
(3) Identify, sustain, and enhance the capabilities, infrastructure, tools, and technologies required for all phases of the joint nuclear weapons life cycle process.
(4) Periodically demonstrate nuclear weapon design responsiveness throughout the range of capabilities required, including prototypes, flight testing, and development of plans for certification without the need for nuclear explosive testing.
(5) Continually exercise processes for the integration and coordination of all relevant elements and processes of the Administration and the Department of Defense required to ensure nuclear weapon design responsiveness.
(d)
Joint nuclear weapons life cycle process defined
In this section, the term joint nuclear weapons life cycle process means the process developed and maintained by the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Energy for the development, production, maintenance, and retirement of nuclear weapons.
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(2)
Clerical amendment
The table of contents for such Act is amended by inserting after the item relating to section 4219 the following new item:
Sec. 4220. Nuclear weapon design responsiveness program.
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(c)
Inclusion in stockpile stewardship, management, and infrastructure plan
Section 4203 of such Act (50 U.S.C. 2523) is amended—
(1) in subsection (a), by inserting design responsiveness, after stockpile management,;
(2) in subsection (c)—
(A) by redesignating paragraphs (5) and (6) as paragraphs (6) and (7), respectively; and
(B) by inserting after paragraphs (4) the following new paragraph (5):
(5) A summary of the status, plans, and budgets for carrying out the nuclear weapons design responsiveness program under section 4220.
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(3) in subsection (d)(1)—
(A) in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking stewardship and management and inserting stewardship, stockpile management, and design responsiveness;
(B) in subparagraph (K), by striking ; and and inserting a semicolon;
(C) in subparagraph (L), by striking the period and inserting a semicolon; and
(D) by adding at the end the following new subparagraphs:
(M) the status, plans, activities, budgets, and schedules for carrying out the nuclear weapons design responsiveness program under section 4220; and
(N) for each of the five fiscal years following the fiscal year in which the report is submitted, an identification of the funds needed to carry out the program required under section 4220.
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(4) in subsection (e)(1)(A)—
(A) in clause (i), by striking ; and and inserting a semicolon;
(B) in clause (ii), by striking the period and inserting ; and; and
(C) by adding at the end the following new clause:
(iii) whether the plan supports the nuclear weapons design responsiveness program under section 4220 in a manner that meets the objectives of such program and an identification of any improvements that may be made to the plan to better carry out such program.
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(d)
Report by STRATCOM
Section 4205(e)(4) of such Act (50 U.S.C. 2525(e)(4)) is amended—
(1) in subparagraph (A), by striking ; and and inserting a semicolon;
(2) in subparagraph (B), by striking the period and inserting ; and; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:
(C) the views of the Commander on the nuclear weapons design responsiveness program under section 4220, the activities conducted under such program, and any suggestions to improve such program.
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3116.
Disposition of weapons-usable plutonium
(a)
Mixed oxide fuel fabrication facility
(1)
In general
Using funds described in paragraph (2), the Secretary of Energy shall carry out construction and project support activities relating to the MOX facility.
(2)
Funds described
The funds described in this paragraph are the following:
(A) Funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for the National Nuclear Security Administration for the MOX facility for construction and project support activities.
(B) Funds authorized to be appropriated for a fiscal year prior to fiscal year 2016 for the National Nuclear Security Administration for the MOX facility for construction and project support activities that are unobligated as of the date of the enactment of this Act.
(b)
Updated performance baseline
The Secretary shall include in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Energy budget (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code) for fiscal year 2017 an updated performance baseline for construction and project support activities relating to the MOX facility conducted in accordance with Department of Energy Order 413.3B.
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term MOX facility means the mixed-oxide fuel fabrication facility at the Savannah River Site, Aiken, South Carolina.
(2) The term project support activities means activities that support the design, long-lead equipment procurement, and site preparation of the MOX facility.
3117.
Prohibition on availability of funds for fixed site radiological portal monitors in foreign countries
(a)
Prohibition
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 or any fiscal year thereafter for the National Nuclear Security Administration may be obligated or expended for the research and development, installation, or sustainment of fixed site radiological portal monitors or equipment for use in foreign countries.
(b)
Mobile radiological inspection equipment
The prohibition in subsection (a) may not be construed to apply to mobile radiological inspection equipment.
3118.
Prohibition on availability of funds for provision of defense nuclear nonproliferation assistance to Russian Federation
(a)
Prohibition
None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for defense nuclear nonproliferation activities may be obligated or expended to enter into a contract with, or otherwise provide assistance to, the Russian Federation.
(b)
Waiver
The Secretary of Energy, without delegation, may waive the prohibition in subsection (a) if the Secretary—
(1) submits to the appropriate congressional committees a report containing—
(A) notification that such a waiver is in the national security interest of the United States; and
(B) justification for such a waiver; and
(2) a period of 15 days elapses following the date on which the Secretary submits such report.
(c)
Appropriate congressional committees defined
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means the following:
(1) The congressional defense committees.
(2) The Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
3119.
Limitation on authorization of production of special nuclear material outside the United States by foreign country with nuclear naval propulsion program
Section 57 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2077) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsections:
f.
(1) In accordance with paragraph (2), the Secretary may not make an authorization under subsection b.(2) with respect to a covered foreign country with a nuclear naval propulsion program unless—
(A) the Director of National Intelligence and the Chief of Naval Operations jointly submit to the appropriate congressional committees an assessment of the risks of diversion, and the likely consequences of such diversion, of the technology and material covered by such authorization;
(B) following the date on which such assessment is submitted, and, to the extent practicable, concurrently during the process under which the Secretary evaluates such authorization, the Administrator for Nuclear Security certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that—
(i) there is sufficient diversion control as part of the transfer under such authorization; and
(ii) such transfer presents a minimal risk of diversion of such technology to a military program that would degrade the technical advantage of the United States; and
(C) a period of 14 days has elapsed following the date of such certification.
(2) The limitation in paragraph (1) shall apply as follows:
(A) During the period preceding the date on which the Chief of Naval Operations first makes a determination under paragraph (3), with respect to technology and material covered by an authorization under subsection b.(2).
(B) During the period beginning on the date on which the Chief first makes such determination, with respect to the critical civil nuclear technologies of the United States covered by a determination made under paragraph (3).
(3) Not later than June 1, 2016, and quinquennially thereafter, the Chief of Naval Operations shall determine the critical civil nuclear technologies of the United States that should be protected from diversion to a military program of a covered foreign country, including with respect to naval propulsion and weapons. The Chief shall notify the appropriate congressional committees of each such determination.
(4) Not later than 30 days after the date on which the Director of National Intelligence determines that there is evidence to believe that critical civil nuclear technology of the United States has been diverted to a foreign country not covered by an authorization made pursuant to subsection b., including an agreement for cooperation made pursuant to section 123, the Director shall notify the appropriate congressional committees of such determination.
(5) The Secretary shall annually notify the appropriate congressional committees that each covered foreign country is in compliance with its obligations under any authorization made pursuant to subsection b., including an agreement for cooperation made pursuant to section 123.
(6) In this subsection:
(A) The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(i) the congressional defense committees (as defined in section 101(a)(16) of title 10, United States Code);
(ii) the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate and the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives; and
(iii) the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives.
(B) The term covered foreign country means a foreign country that is a nuclear-weapon state, as defined by Article IX (3) of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, signed at Washington, London, and Moscow on July 1, 1968, but does not include the United Kingdom or France.
g.
(1) The Secretary may not make an authorization under subsection b.(2) with respect to a covered foreign country if a foreign person of the covered foreign country has been sanctioned under the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act (Public Law 106–178; 50 U.S.C. 1701 note) during the five-year period preceding the date of the transfer being sought unless the President certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that the covered foreign country is taking adequate measures to prevent, or is making significant progress in preventing, transfers or acquisitions covered by section 2(a) of the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act.
(2) The terms appropriate congressional committees and covered foreign country have the meanings given those terms in subsection f.(6).
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3120.
Limitation on availability of funds for development of certain nuclear nonproliferation technologies
(a)
Limitation
Except as provided by subsection (b), none of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for defense nuclear nonproliferation for nonproliferation or arms control verification or monitoring technologies may be obligated or expended to develop such technologies beyond technology readiness level 5 unless, not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Energy submits to the appropriate congressional committees the following:
(1) Written certification that such technologies are being developed to fulfill the rights or obligations of the United States under—
(A) a current arms control or nonproliferation treaty or agreement requiring verification or monitoring that has entered into force with respect to the United States; or
(B) an arms control or nonproliferation treaty or agreement that—
(i) will require verification or monitoring; and
(iii) the Secretary expects will enter into force with respect to the United States during the two-year period beginning on the date of the certification.
(2) With respect to each technology developed beyond technology readiness level 5 pursuant to this subsection—
(A) an identification of the amount of such funds made available for fiscal year 2016 for defense nuclear nonproliferation that will be used for such development; and
(B) how such development helps to fulfill the rights or obligations of the United States as described in subparagraphs (A) or (B) of paragraph (1).
(b)
Waiver
The Secretary may waive the limitation in subsection (a) if—
(1) the Secretary—
(A) determines that the waiver is necessary in the national security interests of the United States; and
(B) submits to the appropriate congressional committees a written certification of such determination; and
(2) a period of 15 days elapses following the date on which the Secretary submits such certification.
(c)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the congressional defense committees; and
(B) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate.
(2) The term technology readiness level 5 has the meaning given that term in the Department of Energy Guide 413.3–4A titled Technology Readiness Assessment Guide and approved on September 15, 2011.
3121.
Limitation on availability of funds for unilateral disarmament
(a)
Limitation on maximum amount for dismantlement
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for any of fiscal years 2016 through 2020 for the National Nuclear Security Administration, not more than $50,000,000 may be obligated or expended in each such fiscal year to carry out the nuclear weapons dismantlement and disposition activities of the Administration.
(b)
Limitation on unilateral disarmament
(1)
In general
Except as provided by paragraph (2) and subsection (d), none of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for any of fiscal years 2016 through 2020 for the National Nuclear Security Administration may be obligated or expended to dismantle a nuclear weapon of the United States.
(2)
Authorized dismantlement
The limitation in paragraph (1) shall not apply with respect to a nuclear weapon of the United States that meets at least one of the following criteria:
(A) The nuclear weapon was retired on or before September 30, 2008.
(B) The Administrator for Nuclear Security certifies in writing to the congressional defense committees that the components of the nuclear weapon are directly required for the purposes of a current life extension program.
(C) The President certifies in writing to the congressional defense committees that the nuclear weapon is being dismantled pursuant to a nuclear arms reduction treaty or similar international agreement that—
(i) has entered into force after the date of the enactment of this Act; and
(ii) was approved—
(I) with the advice and consent of the Senate pursuant to Article II, section 2, clause 2 of the Constitution after the date of the enactment of this Act; or
(II) by an Act of Congress, as described in section 303(b) of the Arms Control and Disarmament Act (22 U.S.C. 2573(b)).
(c)
Limitation on unilateral disarmament of certain cruise missile warheads
Except as provided by subsection (d), and notwithstanding subsection (b)(2), none of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for any of fiscal years 2016 through 2020 for the National Nuclear Security Administration may be obligated or expended to dismantle or dispose a W84 nuclear weapon.
(d)
Exception
The limitations in subsection (b) and (c) shall not apply to activities necessary to conduct maintenance or surveillance of the nuclear weapons stockpile or activities to ensure the safety or reliability of the nuclear weapons stockpile.
3122.
Use of best practices for capital asset projects and nuclear weapon life extension programs
(a)
Analyses of alternatives
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Energy, in coordination with the Administrator for Nuclear Security, shall ensure that analyses of alternatives are conducted (including through contractors, as appropriate) in accordance with best practices for capital asset projects and life extension programs of the National Nuclear Security Administration and capital asset projects relating to defense environmental management.
(b)
Cost estimates
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in coordination with the Administrator, shall develop cost estimates in accordance with cost estimating best practices for capital asset projects and life extension programs of the National Nuclear Security Administration and capital asset projects relating to defense environmental management.
(c)
Revisions to Departmental project management order and nuclear weapon life extension requirements
As soon as practicable after the date of the enactment of this Act, but not later than two years after such date of enactment, the Secretary shall revise—
(1) the capital asset project management order of the Department of Energy to require the use of best practices for preparing cost estimates and for conducting analyses of alternatives for National Nuclear Security Administration and defense environmental management capital asset projects; and
(2) the nuclear weapon life extension program procedures of the Department to require the use of use of best practices for preparing cost estimates and conducting analyses of alternatives for National Nuclear Security Administration life extension programs.
3123.
Life extension programs covered by selected acquisition reports
Section 4217 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2537) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
(d)
Treatment of certain systems
For purposes of this section, an existing nuclear weapon system is deemed to be undergoing life extension if the expected total cost of the associated activities, including activities considered alterations, will exceed $1,000,000,000.
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Plans and Reports
3131.
Root cause analyses for certain cost overruns
Section 4713(c) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2753) is amended—
(1) in the heading, by inserting and Root Cause Analyses after Projects;
(2) in paragraph (1), by striking and;
(3) in paragraph (2)(C), by striking the period at the end and inserting ; and; and
(4) by adding at the end the following paragraph:
(3) submit to the congressional defense committees an assessment of the root cause or causes of the growth in the total cost of the project, including the contribution of any shortcomings in cost, schedule, or performance of the program, including the role, if any, of—
(A) unrealistic performance expectations;
(B) unrealistic baseline estimates for cost or schedule;
(C) immature technologies or excessive manufacturing or integration risk;
(D) unanticipated design, engineering, manufacturing, or technology integration issues arising during program performance;
(E) changes in procurement quantities;
(F) inadequate program funding or funding instability;
(G) poor performance by personnel of the Federal Government or contractor personnel responsible for program management; or
(H) any other matters.
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3132.
Extension and modification of certain annual reports on nuclear nonproliferation
Section 3122(c) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (Public Law 112–81; 125 Stat. 1710) is amended—
(1) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking 2016 and inserting 2020; and
(2) in paragraph (2), by inserting after world, the following: including an identification of such uranium that is obligated by the United States,; and
(3) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(3) A list, by country and site, reflecting the total amount of separated plutonium around the world, including an identification of such plutonium that is obligated by the United States, and an assessment of the vulnerability of the plutonium to theft or diversion.
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3133.
Governance and management of nuclear security enterprise
(a)
Sense of congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) correcting the longstanding problems with the governance and management of the nuclear security enterprise will require robust, personal, and long-term engagement by the President, the Secretary of Energy, the Administrator for Nuclear Security, and leaders from the appropriate congressional committees;
(2) recent and past studies of the governance and management of the nuclear security enterprise have provided a list of reasonable, practical, and actionable steps that the Secretary and the Administrator should take to make the nuclear security enterprise more efficient and more effective; and
(3) lasting and effective change to the nuclear security enterprise will require personal engagement by senior leaders, a clear plan, and mechanisms for ensuring follow-through and accountability.
(b)
Implementation plan
(1)
Implementation action team
(A) The Secretary and the Administrator shall jointly establish a team of senior officials from the Department of Energy and the National Nuclear Security Administration to develop and carry out an implementation plan to reform the governance and management of the nuclear security enterprise to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the nuclear security enterprise. Such plan shall be developed and implemented in accordance with the National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2401 et seq.), the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501 et seq.), and any other provision of law.
(B) The team established under paragraph (1) shall be co-chaired by the Deputy Secretary of Energy and the Administrator.
(C) In developing and carrying out the implementation plan, the team shall consult with the implementation assessment panel established under subsection (c)(1).
(2)
Elements
The implementation plan developed under paragraph (1)(A) shall address all recommendations contained in the covered study (except such recommendations that require legislative action to carry out) by identifying specific actions, milestones, timelines, and responsible personnel to implement such plan.
(3)
Submission
Not later than January 30, 2016, the Secretary of Energy and the Administrator for Nuclear Security shall jointly submit to the appropriate congressional committees the implementation plan developed under paragraph (1)(A).
(c)
Implementation assessment panel
(1)
Agreement
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into a joint agreement with the National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Public Administration to establish a panel of external, independent experts to evaluate the implementation plan developed under subsection (b)(1)(A) and the implementation of such plan.
(2)
Duties
The panel established under paragraph (1) shall—
(A) provide guidance to the Secretary and the Administrator with respect to the implementation plan developed under subsection (b)(1)(A), including how such plan compares or contrasts with the covered study;
(B) track the implementation of such plan; and
(C) assess the effectiveness of such plan.
(3)
Reports
(A) Not later than March 1, 2016, the panel established under paragraph (1) shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees, the Secretary, and the Administrator an initial assessment of the implementation plan developed under subsection (b)(1)(A), including with respect to the completeness of the plan, how the plan aligns with the intent and recommendations made by the covered study, and the prospects for success for the plan.
(B) Beginning August 1, 2016, and semiannually thereafter until September 30, 2018, the panel established under paragraph (1) shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees, the Secretary, and the Administrator a report on the efforts of the Secretary and the Administrator to implement the implementation plan developed under subsection (b)(1)(A).
(C) Not later than September 30, 2018, the panel established under paragraph (1) shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees, the Secretary, and the Administrator a final report on the efforts of the Secretary and the Administrator to implement the implementation plan developed under subsection (b)(1)(A), including an assessment of the effectiveness of the reform efforts under such plan and whether further action is needed.
(4)
Cooperation
The Secretary and the Administrator shall provide to the panel established under paragraph (1) full and timely access to all information, personnel, and systems of the Department of Energy and the National Nuclear Security Administration that the panel determines necessary to carry out this subsection.
(d)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term nuclear security enterprise has the meaning given that term in section 4002(6) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501).
(2) The term appropriate congressional committees means—
(A) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate; and
(B) the Committee on Armed Services, the Committee on Appropriations, and the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives.
(5) The term covered study means the following:
(A) The final report of the Congressional Advisory Panel on the Governance of the Nuclear Security Enterprise established by section 3166 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 (Public Law 112–239; 126 Stat. 2208).
(B) Any other study not conducted by the Secretary or the Administrator that the Secretary determines appropriate for purposes of this section.
(e)
Rules of construction
Nothing in this section shall be construed to authorize any action—
(1) in contravention of section 3220 of the National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2410); or
(2) that would undermine or weaken health, safety, or security.
3134.
Assessments on nuclear proliferation risks and nuclear nonproliferation opportunities
(a)
Reports
Not later than March 1, 2016, and each year thereafter through 2020, the Director of National Intelligence shall submit to the appropriate congressional committees a report, consistent with the provision of classified information and intelligence sources and methods, containing—
(1) an assessment and prioritization of international nuclear proliferation risks and nuclear nonproliferation opportunities; and
(2) an assessment of the effectiveness of various means and programs for addressing such risks and opportunities.
(b)
Appropriate congressional committees defined
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means—
(1) the congressional defense committees;
(2) the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate; and
(3) the Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives and the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate.
3135.
Independent review of laboratory-directed research and development programs
(a)
Review
(1)
In general
The Administrator for Nuclear Security shall seek to enter into a contract with the JASON Defense Advisory Panel to conduct a review of the laboratory-directed research and development programs authorized under section 4811 of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2791). Such review shall include assessments of the following:
(A) Whether and how such programs support the mission of the National Nuclear Security Administration, including whether such programs are carried out pursuant to the requirements of section 4812(a) of such Act (50 U.S.C. 2792(a)) or other similar requirements established by the Secretary of Energy or the Administrator.
(B) Whether the science conducted under such programs underpin the advancement of scientific understanding necessary for nuclear weapons, nuclear nonproliferation, and naval nuclear propulsion programs.
(C) Whether the science conducted under such programs help attract and retain highly qualified technical personnel.
(D) The scientific and programmatic opportunities and challenges in such programs, including recent significant accomplishments and failures of such programs.
(E) How projects are selected for funding under such programs.
(2)
Submission
Not later than November 1, 2016, the Administrator shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report containing the review of the JASON Defense Advisory Panel conducted under paragraph (1).
(b)
Comptroller General briefing
Not later than November 1, 2016, the Comptroller General of the United States shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the following:
(1) How funding limits for laboratory-directed research and development programs of the National Nuclear Security Administration compare to funding limits for other laboratories of the Department of Energy and laboratories and federally funded research and development centers of the Department of Defense.
(2) How many personnel are supported by laboratory-directed research and development programs, including—
(A) how many personnel receive 50 percent or more of their funding from such programs; and
(B) how many personnel devote more than 50 percent of their time to such programs for more than three years.
3136.
Establishment of microlab pilot program
(a)
In general
The Secretary, in collaboration with the directors of national laboratories, may establish a microlab pilot program under which the Secretary establishes a microlab that is located in close proximity to a national laboratory and that is accessible to the public for the purposes of—
(1) enhancing collaboration with regional research groups, such as institutions of higher education and industry groups; and
(2) accelerating technology transfer from national laboratories to the marketplace.
(3) promoting regional workforce development through science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) instruction and training.
(b)
Criteria
In determining the placement of a microlab under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider—
(1) the commitment of a national laboratory to establishing a microlab;
(2) the existence of a joint research institute or a new facility that—
(A) is not on the main site of a national laboratory;
(B) is in close proximity to a national laboratory; and
(C) has the capability to house a microlab;
(3) whether employees of a national laboratory and persons from academia, industry, and government are available to be assigned to the microlab; and
(4) cost-sharing or in-kind contributions from State and local governments and private industry.
(c)
Timing
If the Secretary, in collaboration with the directors of national laboratories, elects to establish a microlab pilot program under this section, the Secretary, in collaboration with the directors of national laboratories, shall—
(1) not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, begin the process of determining the placement of the microlab under subsection (a); and
(2) not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, implement the microlab pilot program under this section.
(d)
Initial report
Not later than 60 days after the date of implementation of the microlab pilot program under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate, and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report that provides an update on the implementation of the microlab pilot program under subsection (a).
(e)
Progress report
Not later than 1 year after the date of implementation of the microlab pilot program under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate, the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate, and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report on the microlab pilot program under subsection (a), including findings and recommendations of the Secretary.
(f)
Definitions
In this section:
(1) The term microlab means a small laboratory established by the Secretary under section 3.
(2) The term national laboratory means a national security laboratory, as defined in section 3281 of the National Nuclear Security Administration Act (50 U.S.C. 2471).
(3) The term Secretary means the Secretary of Energy.
D
Other matters
3141.
Transfer, decontamination, and decommissioning of nonoperational facilities
(a)
Plan
The Secretary of Energy shall establish and carry out a plan under which the Administrator for Nuclear Security shall transfer to the Assistant Secretary of Energy for Environmental Management the responsibility for decontaminating and decommissioning facilities of the National Nuclear Security Administration that the Secretary of Energy determines—
(1) are nonoperational as of the date of the enactment of this Act; and
(2) meet the requirements of the Office of Environmental Management for such transfer.
(b)
Elements
The plan under subsection (a) shall include—
(1) a schedule for transferring the facilities as described in such subsection by not later than three years after the date of the enactment of this Act;
(2) a prioritized list and schedule for decontaminating and decommissioning such facilities, including how such priority and schedule is treated in light of the other facility disposition priorities of the Office of Environmental Management; and
(3) a description of the estimated life cycle costs for all such facilities and how such information is factored into the prioritized list and schedule under paragraph (2).
(c)
Submission
Not later than February 15, 2016, the Secretary of Energy shall submit to the congressional defense committees, the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate, and the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives the plan under subsection (a), including any additional views of the Secretary regarding such plan.
3142.
Research and development of advanced naval nuclear fuel system based on low-enriched uranium
(a)
Availability of funds
Of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2016 for defense nuclear nonproliferation for material management and minimization, not more than $5,000,000 shall be made available to the Deputy Administrator for Naval Reactors for initial planning and early research and development of an advanced naval nuclear fuel system based on low-enriched uranium, as specified in the funding table in section 4701.
(b)
Determination of continued research and development
(1)
Determination
At the same time that the President submits to Congress the budget for fiscal year 2017 under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code, the Secretary of Energy and the Secretary of the Navy shall jointly submit to the congressional defense committees the determination of the Secretaries as to whether the United States should continue to pursue research and development of an advanced naval nuclear fuel system based on low-enriched uranium.
(2)
Budget request
If the Secretaries determine under paragraph (1) that research and development of an advanced naval nuclear fuel system based on low-enriched uranium should continue, the Secretaries shall ensure that the budget described in such paragraph includes amounts for defense nuclear nonproliferation for material management and minimization necessary to carry out the plan under subsection (c).
(c)
Plan
Not later than 30 days after the date of the submission of the determination under subsection (b)(1), the Deputy Administrator for Naval Reactors shall submit to the congressional defense committees a plan for research and development of an advanced naval nuclear fuel system based on low-enriched uranium to meet military requirements. Such plan shall include the following:
(1) Timelines.
(2) Costs (including an analysis of the cost of such research and development as compared to the cost of maintaining current naval nuclear reactor technology).
(3) Milestones, including an identification of decision points in which the Deputy Administrator shall determine whether further research and development of a low-enriched uranium naval nuclear fuel system is warranted.
(4) Identification of any benefits or risks for nuclear nonproliferation of such research and development and eventual deployment.
(5) Identification of any military benefits or risks of such research and development and eventual deployment.
(6) A discussion of potential security cost savings from using low-enriched uranium in future naval nuclear fuels, including for transporting and using low-enriched uranium fuel, and how such cost savings relate to the cost of fuel fabrication.
(7) The distinguishment between requirements for aircraft carriers from submarines.
(8) Any other matters the Deputy Administrator determines appropriate.
(d)
Memorandum of understanding
If the Secretaries determine under subsection (b)(1) that research and development of an advanced naval nuclear fuel system based on low-enriched uranium should continue, not later than 60 days after the date on which the Deputy Administrator submits the plan under subsection (c), the Deputy Administrator shall enter into a memorandum of understanding with the Deputy Administrator for Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation regarding such research and development, including with respect to how funding for such research and development will be requested for the Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation account for material management and minimization and provided to the Naval Reactors account to carry out the program.
3143.
Plutonium pit production capacity
(a)
Sense of congress
It is the sense of Congress that—
(1) the requirement to create a modern, responsive nuclear infrastructure that includes the capability and capacity to produce, at minimum, 50 to 80 pits per year, is a national security priority;
(2) delaying creation of a modern, responsive nuclear infrastructure until the 2030s is an unacceptable risk to the nuclear deterrent and the national security of the United States; and
(3) timelines for creating certain capacities for production of plutonium pits and other nuclear weapons components must be driven by the requirement to hedge against technical and geopolitical risk and not solely by the needs of life extension programs.
(b)
Briefing
(1)
In general
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Chairman of the Nuclear Weapons Council established under section 179 of title 10, United States Code, in consultation with the Administrator for Nuclear Security and the Commander of the United States Strategic Command, shall provide to the congressional defense committees a briefing on the annual plutonium pit production capacity of the nuclear security enterprise (as defined in section 4002(6) of the Atomic Energy Defense Act (50 U.S.C. 2501)).
(2)
Elements
The briefing under paragraph (1) shall describe the following:
(A) The pit production capacity requirement, including the numbers of pits produced that are needed for nuclear weapons life extension programs.
(B) The annual pit production requirement, including the numbers of pits produced, to support a responsive nuclear weapons infrastructure to hedge against technical and geopolitical risk.
3144.
Analysis of alternatives for Mobile Guardian Transporter program
(a)
Submission of analysis of alternatives
Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Administrator for Nuclear Security shall submit to the congressional defense committees the analysis of alternatives conducted by the Administrator for the mobile guardian transporter program.
(b)
Independent assessment
(1)
In general
Not later than 30 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into a contract with a federally funded research and development center to conduct an independent assessment of the analysis of alternatives for the mobile guardian transporter program.
(2)
Matters included
The assessment under paragraph (1) of the analysis of alternatives for the mobile guardian transporter program shall include an assessment of the following:
(A) The engineering, operations, logistics, cost, cost-benefit, policy, threat, safety, security, and risk analysis used to inform the analysis of alternatives.
(B) The options considered by the analysis of alternatives and whether such options represent a comprehensive set of options.
(C) The constraints and assumptions used to frame and bound the analysis of alternatives.
(3)
Submission
Not later than March 1, 2016, the Administrator shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report containing—
(A) the assessment conducted by the federally funded research and development center under paragraph (1), without change; and
(B) any views of the Administrator regarding such assessment or the mobile guardian transporter program.
(c)
Identification in budget materials
The Secretary of Energy shall include in the budget justification materials submitted to Congress in support of the Department of Energy budget (as submitted with the budget of the President under section 1105(a) of title 31, United States Code) for any fiscal year in which the mobile guardian transporter program is carried out a separate, dedicated program element for such program.
3145.
Development of strategy on risks to nonproliferation caused by additive manufacturing
(a)
Strategy
The President shall develop and pursue a strategy to address the risks to the goals and policies of the United States regarding nuclear nonproliferation that are caused by the increased use of additive manufacture technology (commonly referred to as 3D printing), including such technology that does not originate in the United States.
(b)
Briefings
Not later than March 31, 2016, and each 120-day period thereafter through January 1, 2019, the President shall provide to the appropriate congressional committees a briefing on the strategy developed under subsection (a).
(c)
Pursuit of strategy
The President shall pursue the strategy developed under subsection (a) at the Nuclear Security Summit in Chicago in 2016.
(d)
Appropriate congressional committees defined
In this section, the term appropriate congressional committees means the following:
(1) The congressional defense committees.
(2) The Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence of the House of Representatives and the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate.
(3) The Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate.
XXXII
DEFENSE NUCLEAR FACILITIES SAFETY BOARD
3201.
Authorization
There is authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016 $29,150,000 for the operation of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board under chapter 21 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2286 et seq.).
3202.
Administration of Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board
(a)
Provision of information to Board members
Section 311(c) of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2286(c)) is amended—
(1) in paragraph (2), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking paragraph (5) and inserting paragraphs (5), (6), and (7); and
(2) by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(6) In carrying out paragraph (5)(B), the Chairman may not withhold from any member of the Board any information that is made available to the Chairman regarding the Board's functions, powers, and mission (including with respect to the management and evaluation of employees of the Board).
.
(b)
Senior employees
(1)
Appointment and removal
Such section 311(c), as amended by subsection (a), is further amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:
(7)
(A) The Chairman, subject to the approval of the Board, shall appoint the senior employees described in subparagraph (C).
(B) The Chairman, subject to the approval of the Board, may remove a senior employee described in subparagraph (C).
(C) The senior employees described in this subparagraph are the following senior employees of the Board:
(i) The senior employee responsible for budgetary and general administration matters.
(ii) The general counsel.
(iii) The senior employee responsible for technical matters.
.
(2)
Conforming amendment
Section 313(b)(1)(A) of such Act (42 U.S.C. 2286b(b)(1)) is amended by striking hire and inserting in accordance with section 311(c)(7), hire.
XXXIV
NAVAL PETROLEUM RESERVES
3401.
Authorization of appropriations
(a)
Amount
There are hereby authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary of Energy $17,500,000 for fiscal year 2016 for the purpose of carrying out activities under chapter 641 of title 10, United States Code, relating to the naval petroleum reserves.
(b)
Period of availability
Funds appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations in subsection (a) shall remain available until expended.
XXXV
Maritime Administration
3501.
Authorization of appropriations for national security aspects of the Merchant Marine for fiscal year 2016
Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for fiscal year 2016, to be available without fiscal year limitation if so provided in appropriations Acts, for the use of the Department of Transportation for Maritime Administration programs associated with maintaining national security aspects of the merchant marine, as follows:
(1) For expenses necessary for operations of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, $96,028,000, of which—
(A) $71,306,000 shall remain available until expended for Academy operations;
(B) $24,722,000 shall remain available until expended for capital asset management at the Academy.
(2) For expenses necessary to support the State maritime academies, $34,550,000, of which—
(A) $2,400,000 shall remain available until expended for student incentive payments;
(B) $3,000,000 shall remain available until expended for direct payments to such academies;
(C) $1,800,000 shall remain available until expended for training ship fuel assistance payments;
(D) $22,000,000 shall remain available until expended for maintenance and repair of State maritime academy training vessels;
(E) $5,000,000 shall remain available until expended for the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel Design; and
(F) $350,000 shall remain available until expended for improving the monitoring of graduates’ service obligation.
(3) For expenses necessary to support Maritime Administration operations and programs, $54,059,000.
(4) For expenses necessary to dispose of vessels in the National Defense Reserve Fleet, $8,000,000, to remain available until expended.
(5) For expenses to maintain and preserve a United States-flag merchant marine to serve the national security needs of the United States under chapter 531 of title 46, United States Code, $186,000,000.
(6) For the cost (as defined in section 502(5) of the Federal Credit Reform Act of 1990 (2 U.S.C. 661a(5)) of loan guarantees under the program authorized by chapter 537 of title 46, United States Code, $3,135,000, of which $3,135,000 shall remain available until expended for administrative expenses of the program.
3502.
Sense of Congress regarding Maritime Security Fleet program
It is the sense of Congress that dedicated and enhanced support is necessary to stabilize and preserve the Maritime Security Fleet program, a program that provides the Department of Defense with on-demand access to world class, economical commercial sealift capacity, assures a United States-flag presence in international commerce, supports a pool of qualified United States merchant mariners needed to crew United States-flag vessels during times of war or national emergency, and serves as a critical component of our national security infrastructure.
3503.
Update of references to the Secretary of Transportation regarding unemployment insurance and vessel operators
Sections 3305 and 3306(n) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 are each amended by striking Secretary of Commerce each place that it appears and inserting Secretary of Transportation.
3504.
Reliance on classification society certification for purposes of eligibility for certificate of inspection
Section 53102(e)(3)(A) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking may and inserting shall.
3505.
Payment for Maritime Security Fleet vessels
(a)
Per-vessel authorization
Notwithstanding section 53106(a)(1)(C) of title 46, United States Code, and subject to the availability of appropriations, there is authorized to be paid to each contractor for an operating agreement (as those terms are used in that section) for fiscal year 2016, $3,500,000 for each vessel that is covered by the operating agreement.
(b)
Repeal of other authorization
Section 53111(3) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking 2016,.
(c)
Funding
(1)
Funding increase
The amount authorized to be appropriated pursuant to section 3501(5) for expenses to maintain and preserve a United States-flag merchant marine to serve the national security needs of the United States under chapter 531 of title 46, United States Code, is hereby increased by $24,000,000.
(2)
Funding offset
Notwithstanding the amounts set forth in the funding tables in division D, the amount authorized to be appropriated in section 101, as specified in the corresponding funding table in section 4101 for Shipbuilding and Conversion, Navy, Auxiliaries, Craft and Prior Yr Program Cost, Outfitting (Line 020) is hereby reduced by $24,000,000.
3506.
Melville Hall of United States Merchant Marine Academy
(a)
Gift to the Merchant Marine Academy
The Maritime Administrator may accept a gift of money from the Foundation under section 51315 of title 46, United States Code, for the purpose of renovating Melville Hall on the campus of the United States Merchant Marine Academy.
(b)
Covered gifts
A gift described in this subsection is a gift under subsection (a) that the Maritime Administrator determines exceeds the sum of—
(1) the minimum amount that is sufficient to ensure the renovation of Melville Hall in accordance with the capital improvement plan of the United States Merchant Marine Academy that was in effect on the date of enactment of this Act; and
(2) 25 percent of the amount described in paragraph (1).
(c)
Operation contracts
Subject to subsection (d), in the case that the Maritime Administrator accepts a gift of money described in subsection (b), the Maritime Administrator may enter into a contract with the Foundation for the operation of Melville Hall to make available facilities for, among other possible uses, official academy functions, third-party catering functions, and industry events and conferences.
(d)
Contract terms
The contract described in subsection (c) shall be for such period and on such terms as the Maritime Administrator considers appropriate, including a provision, mutually agreeable to the Maritime Administrator and the Foundation, that—
(1) requires the Foundation—
(A) at the expense solely of the Foundation through the term of the contract to maintain Melville Hall in a condition that is as good as or better than the condition Melville Hall was in on the later of—
(i) the date that the renovation of Melville Hall was completed; or
(ii) the date that the Foundation accepted Melville Hall after it was tendered to the Foundation by the Maritime Administrator; and
(B) to deposit all proceeds from the operation of Melville Hall, after expenses necessary for the operation and maintenance of Melville Hall, into the account of the Regimental Affairs Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality or successor entity, to be used solely for the morale and welfare of the cadets of the United States Merchant Marine Academy; and
(2) prohibits the use of Melville Hall as lodging or an office by any person for more than 4 days in any calendar year other than—
(A) by the United States; or
(B) for the administration and operation of Melville Hall.
(e)
Definitions
In this section:
(1)
Contract
The term contract includes any modification, extension, or renewal of the contract.
(2)
Foundation
In this section, the term Foundation means the United States Merchant Marine Academy Alumni Association and Foundation, Inc.
(f)
Rule of construction
Nothing in this section may be construed under section 3105 of title 41, United States Code, as requiring the Maritime Administrator to award a contract for the operation of Melville Hall to the Foundation.
D
Funding Tables
4001.
Authorization of amounts in funding tables
(a)
In general
Whenever a funding table in this division specifies a dollar amount authorized for a project, program, or activity, the obligation and expenditure of the specified dollar amount for the project, program, or activity is hereby authorized, subject to the availability of appropriations.
(b)
Merit-based decisions
A decision to commit, obligate, or expend funds with or to a specific entity on the basis of a dollar amount authorized pursuant to subsection (a) shall—
(1) be based on merit-based selection procedures in accordance with the requirements of sections 2304(k) and 2374 of title 10, United States Code, or on competitive procedures; and
(2) comply with other applicable provisions of law.
(c)
Relationship to transfer and programming authority
An amount specified in the funding tables in this division may be transferred or reprogrammed under a transfer or reprogramming authority provided by another provision of this Act or by other law. The transfer or reprogramming of an amount specified in such funding tables shall not count against a ceiling on such transfers or reprogrammings under section 1001 or section 1522 of this Act or any other provision of law, unless such transfer or reprogramming would move funds between appropriation accounts.
(d)
Applicability to classified annex
This section applies to any classified annex that accompanies this Act.
(e)
Oral and written communications
No oral or written communication concerning any amount specified in the funding tables in this division shall supersede the requirements of this section.
XLI
PROCUREMENT
4101.
Procurement
SEC. 4101. PROCUREMENT(In Thousands of Dollars)
LineItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, ARMY
FIXED WING
002UTILITY F/W AIRCRAFT879879
004MQ–1 UAV260,436277,436
Extended Range Modifications[17,000]
ROTARY
006HELICOPTER, LIGHT UTILITY (LUH)187,177187,177
007AH–64 APACHE BLOCK IIIA REMAN1,168,4611,168,461
008 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)209,930209,930
011UH–60 BLACKHAWK M MODEL (MYP)1,435,9451,563,945
Additional 8 rotorcraft for Army National Guard[128,000]
012 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)127,079127,079
013UH–60 BLACK HAWK A AND L MODELS46,64155,441
Additional 8 rotorcraft for Army National Guard[8,800]
014CH–47 HELICOPTER1,024,5871,024,587
015 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)99,34499,344
MODIFICATION OF AIRCRAFT
016MQ–1 PAYLOAD (MIP)97,54397,543
019MULTI SENSOR ABN RECON (MIP)95,72595,725
020AH–64 MODS116,153116,153
021CH–47 CARGO HELICOPTER MODS (MYP)86,33086,330
022GRCS SEMA MODS (MIP)4,0194,019
023ARL SEMA MODS (MIP)16,30216,302
024EMARSS SEMA MODS (MIP)13,66913,669
025UTILITY/CARGO AIRPLANE MODS16,16616,166
026UTILITY HELICOPTER MODS13,79313,793
028NETWORK AND MISSION PLAN112,807112,807
029COMMS, NAV SURVEILLANCE82,90482,904
030GATM ROLLUP33,89033,890
031RQ–7 UAV MODS81,44481,444
GROUND SUPPORT AVIONICS
032AIRCRAFT SURVIVABILITY EQUIPMENT56,21556,215
033SURVIVABILITY CM8,9178,917
034CMWS78,348104,348
Apache Survivability Enhancements—Army Unfunded Requirement[26,000]
OTHER SUPPORT
035AVIONICS SUPPORT EQUIPMENT6,9376,937
036COMMON GROUND EQUIPMENT64,86764,867
037AIRCREW INTEGRATED SYSTEMS44,08544,085
038AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL94,54594,545
039INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES1,2071,207
040LAUNCHER, 2.75 ROCKET3,0123,012
TOTAL AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, ARMY5,689,3575,869,157
MISSILE PROCUREMENT, ARMY
SURFACE-TO-AIR MISSILE SYSTEM
001LOWER TIER AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE (AMD)115,075115,075
002MSE MISSILE414,946414,946
AIR-TO-SURFACE MISSILE SYSTEM
003HELLFIRE SYS SUMMARY27,97527,975
004 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)27,73827,738
ANTI-TANK/ASSAULT MISSILE SYS
005JAVELIN (AAWS-M) SYSTEM SUMMARY77,163168,163
Program increase to support Unfunded Requirements[91,000]
006TOW 2 SYSTEM SUMMARY87,52587,525
008GUIDED MLRS ROCKET (GMLRS)251,060251,060
009MLRS REDUCED RANGE PRACTICE ROCKETS (RRPR)17,42817,428
MODIFICATIONS
011PATRIOT MODS241,883241,883
012ATACMS MODS30,11915,119
Early to need[–15,000]
013GMLRS MOD18,22118,221
014STINGER MODS2,2162,216
015AVENGER MODS6,1716,171
016ITAS/TOW MODS19,57619,576
017MLRS MODS35,97035,970
018HIMARS MODIFICATIONS3,1483,148
SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS
019SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS33,77833,778
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES
020AIR DEFENSE TARGETS3,7173,717
021ITEMS LESS THAN $5.0M (MISSILES)1,5441,544
022PRODUCTION BASE SUPPORT4,7044,704
TOTAL MISSILE PROCUREMENT, ARMY1,419,9571,495,957
PROCUREMENT OF W&TCV, ARMY
TRACKED COMBAT VEHICLES
001STRYKER VEHICLE181,245181,245
MODIFICATION OF TRACKED COMBAT VEHICLES
002STRYKER (MOD)74,085118,585
Lethality Upgrades[44,500]
003STRYKER UPGRADE305,743305,743
005BRADLEY PROGRAM (MOD)225,042225,042
006HOWITZER, MED SP FT 155MM M109A6 (MOD)60,07960,079
007PALADIN INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT (PIM)273,850273,850
008IMPROVED RECOVERY VEHICLE (M88A2 HERCULES)123,629195,629
Additional Vehicles – Army Unfunded Requirement[72,000]
009ASSAULT BRIDGE (MOD)2,4612,461
010ASSAULT BREACHER VEHICLE2,9752,975
011M88 FOV MODS14,87814,878
012JOINT ASSAULT BRIDGE33,45533,455
013M1 ABRAMS TANK (MOD)367,939407,939
Program Increase[40,000]
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES
015PRODUCTION BASE SUPPORT (TCV-WTCV)6,4796,479
WEAPONS & OTHER COMBAT VEHICLES
016MORTAR SYSTEMS4,9914,991
017XM320 GRENADE LAUNCHER MODULE (GLM)26,29426,294
018PRECISION SNIPER RIFLE1,9840
Army request – schedule delay[–1,984]
019COMPACT SEMI-AUTOMATIC SNIPER SYSTEM1,4880
Army request – schedule delay[–1,488]
020CARBINE34,46034,460
021COMMON REMOTELY OPERATED WEAPONS STATION8,3678,367
022HANDGUN5,4170
Army request – early to need and schedule delay[–5,417]
MOD OF WEAPONS AND OTHER COMBAT VEH
023MK–19 GRENADE MACHINE GUN MODS2,7772,777
024M777 MODS10,07010,070
025M4 CARBINE MODS27,56627,566
026M2 50 CAL MACHINE GUN MODS44,00444,004
027M249 SAW MACHINE GUN MODS1,1901,190
028M240 MEDIUM MACHINE GUN MODS1,4241,424
029SNIPER RIFLES MODIFICATIONS2,431980
Army request – schedule delay[–1,451]
030M119 MODIFICATIONS20,59920,599
032MORTAR MODIFICATION6,3006,300
033MODIFICATIONS LESS THAN $5.0M (WOCV-WTCV)3,7373,737
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES
034ITEMS LESS THAN $5.0M (WOCV-WTCV)391391
035PRODUCTION BASE SUPPORT (WOCV-WTCV)9,02711,484
Army requested realignment[2,457]
036INDUSTRIAL PREPAREDNESS304304
037SMALL ARMS EQUIPMENT (SOLDIER ENH PROG)2,3922,392
TOTAL PROCUREMENT OF W&TCV, ARMY1,887,0732,035,690
PROCUREMENT OF AMMUNITION, ARMY
SMALL/MEDIUM CAL AMMUNITION
001CTG, 5.56MM, ALL TYPES43,48943,489
002CTG, 7.62MM, ALL TYPES40,71540,715
003CTG, HANDGUN, ALL TYPES7,7536,753
Army request – program reduction[–1,000]
004CTG, .50 CAL, ALL TYPES24,72824,728
005CTG, 25MM, ALL TYPES8,3058,305
006CTG, 30MM, ALL TYPES34,33034,330
007CTG, 40MM, ALL TYPES79,97269,972
Program reduction[–10,000]
MORTAR AMMUNITION
00860MM MORTAR, ALL TYPES42,89842,898
00981MM MORTAR, ALL TYPES43,50043,500
010120MM MORTAR, ALL TYPES64,37264,372
TANK AMMUNITION
011CARTRIDGES, TANK, 105MM AND 120MM, ALL TYPES105,541105,541
ARTILLERY AMMUNITION
012ARTILLERY CARTRIDGES, 75MM & 105MM, ALL TYPES57,75657,756
013ARTILLERY PROJECTILE, 155MM, ALL TYPES77,99577,995
014PROJ 155MM EXTENDED RANGE M98245,51845,518
015ARTILLERY PROPELLANTS, FUZES AND PRIMERS, ALL78,02478,024
ROCKETS
016SHOULDER LAUNCHED MUNITIONS, ALL TYPES7,5007,500
017ROCKET, HYDRA 70, ALL TYPES33,65333,653
OTHER AMMUNITION
018CAD/PAD, ALL TYPES5,6395,639
019DEMOLITION MUNITIONS, ALL TYPES9,7519,751
020GRENADES, ALL TYPES19,99319,993
021SIGNALS, ALL TYPES9,7619,761
022SIMULATORS, ALL TYPES9,7499,749
MISCELLANEOUS
023AMMO COMPONENTS, ALL TYPES3,5213,521
024NON-LETHAL AMMUNITION, ALL TYPES1,7001,700
025ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION (AMMO)6,1816,181
026AMMUNITION PECULIAR EQUIPMENT17,81117,811
027FIRST DESTINATION TRANSPORTATION (AMMO)14,69514,695
PRODUCTION BASE SUPPORT
029PROVISION OF INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES221,703221,703
030CONVENTIONAL MUNITIONS DEMILITARIZATION113,250113,250
031ARMS INITIATIVE3,5753,575
TOTAL PROCUREMENT OF AMMUNITION, ARMY1,233,3781,222,378
OTHER PROCUREMENT, ARMY
TACTICAL VEHICLES
001TACTICAL TRAILERS/DOLLY SETS12,85512,855
002SEMITRAILERS, FLATBED:5353
004JOINT LIGHT TACTICAL VEHICLE308,336308,336
005FAMILY OF MEDIUM TACTICAL VEH (FMTV)90,04090,040
006FIRETRUCKS & ASSOCIATED FIREFIGHTING EQUIP8,4448,444
007FAMILY OF HEAVY TACTICAL VEHICLES (FHTV)27,54927,549
008PLS ESP127,102127,102
010TACTICAL WHEELED VEHICLE PROTECTION KITS48,29248,292
011MODIFICATION OF IN SVC EQUIP130,993130,993
012MINE-RESISTANT AMBUSH-PROTECTED (MRAP) MODS19,14619,146
NON-TACTICAL VEHICLES
014PASSENGER CARRYING VEHICLES1,2481,248
015NONTACTICAL VEHICLES, OTHER9,6149,614
COMM—JOINT COMMUNICATIONS
016WIN-T—GROUND FORCES TACTICAL NETWORK783,116743,116
Unobligated balances[–40,000]
017SIGNAL MODERNIZATION PROGRAM49,89849,898
018JOINT INCIDENT SITE COMMUNICATIONS CAPABILITY4,0624,062
019JCSE EQUIPMENT (USREDCOM)5,0085,008
COMM—SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS
020DEFENSE ENTERPRISE WIDEBAND SATCOM SYSTEMS196,306196,306
021TRANSPORTABLE TACTICAL COMMAND COMMUNICATIONS44,99834,998
Program Reduction[–10,000]
022SHF TERM7,6297,629
023NAVSTAR GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (SPACE)14,02714,027
024SMART-T (SPACE)13,45313,453
025GLOBAL BRDCST SVC—GBS6,2656,265
026MOD OF IN-SVC EQUIP (TAC SAT)1,0421,042
027ENROUTE MISSION COMMAND (EMC)7,1167,116
COMM—C3 SYSTEM
028ARMY GLOBAL CMD & CONTROL SYS (AGCCS)10,13710,137
COMM—COMBAT COMMUNICATIONS
029JOINT TACTICAL RADIO SYSTEM64,64054,640
Unobligated balances[–10,000]
030MID-TIER NETWORKING VEHICULAR RADIO (MNVR)27,76222,762
Excess Program Management Costs[–5,000]
031RADIO TERMINAL SET, MIDS LVT(2)9,4229,422
032AMC CRITICAL ITEMS—OPA226,02026,020
033TRACTOR DESK4,0734,073
034SPIDER APLA REMOTE CONTROL UNIT1,4031,403
035SPIDER FAMILY OF NETWORKED MUNITIONS INCR9,1999,199
036SOLDIER ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM COMM/ELECTRONICS349349
037TACTICAL COMMUNICATIONS AND PROTECTIVE SYSTEM25,59725,597
038UNIFIED COMMAND SUITE21,85421,854
040FAMILY OF MED COMM FOR COMBAT CASUALTY CARE24,38824,388
COMM—INTELLIGENCE COMM
042CI AUTOMATION ARCHITECTURE1,3491,349
043ARMY CA/MISO GPF EQUIPMENT3,6953,695
INFORMATION SECURITY
045INFORMATION SYSTEM SECURITY PROGRAM-ISSP19,92019,920
046COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY (COMSEC)72,25772,257
COMM—LONG HAUL COMMUNICATIONS
047BASE SUPPORT COMMUNICATIONS16,08216,082
COMM—BASE COMMUNICATIONS
048INFORMATION SYSTEMS86,03786,037
050EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT MODERNIZATION PROGRAM8,5508,550
051INSTALLATION INFO INFRASTRUCTURE MOD PROGRAM73,49673,496
ELECT EQUIP—TACT INT REL ACT (TIARA)
054JTT/CIBS-M881881
055PROPHET GROUND63,65048,650
Program reduction[–15,000]
057DCGS-A (MIP)260,268250,268
Program reduction[–10,000]
058JOINT TACTICAL GROUND STATION (JTAGS)3,9063,906
059TROJAN (MIP)13,92913,929
060MOD OF IN-SVC EQUIP (INTEL SPT) (MIP)3,9783,978
061CI HUMINT AUTO REPRTING AND COLL(CHARCS)7,5427,542
062CLOSE ACCESS TARGET RECONNAISSANCE (CATR)8,0108,010
063MACHINE FOREIGN LANGUAGE TRANSLATION SYSTEM-M8,1258,125
ELECT EQUIP—ELECTRONIC WARFARE (EW)
064LIGHTWEIGHT COUNTER MORTAR RADAR63,47263,472
065EW PLANNING & MANAGEMENT TOOLS (EWPMT)2,5562,556
066AIR VIGILANCE (AV)8,2248,224
067CREW2,9602,960
068FAMILY OF PERSISTENT SURVEILLANCE CAPABILITIE1,7221,722
069COUNTERINTELLIGENCE/SECURITY COUNTERMEASURES447447
070CI MODERNIZATION228228
ELECT EQUIP—TACTICAL SURV. (TAC SURV)
071SENTINEL MODS43,28543,285
072NIGHT VISION DEVICES124,216124,216
074SMALL TACTICAL OPTICAL RIFLE MOUNTED MLRF23,21623,216
076INDIRECT FIRE PROTECTION FAMILY OF SYSTEMS60,67960,679
077FAMILY OF WEAPON SIGHTS (FWS)53,45353,453
078ARTILLERY ACCURACY EQUIP3,3383,338
079PROFILER4,0574,057
081JOINT BATTLE COMMAND—PLATFORM (JBC-P)133,339133,339
082JOINT EFFECTS TARGETING SYSTEM (JETS)47,21247,212
083MOD OF IN-SVC EQUIP (LLDR)22,31422,314
084COMPUTER BALLISTICS: LHMBC XM3212,13112,131
085MORTAR FIRE CONTROL SYSTEM10,07510,075
086COUNTERFIRE RADARS217,379187,379
Unobligated balances[–30,000]
ELECT EQUIP—TACTICAL C2 SYSTEMS
087FIRE SUPPORT C2 FAMILY1,1901,190
090AIR & MSL DEFENSE PLANNING & CONTROL SYS28,17628,176
091IAMD BATTLE COMMAND SYSTEM20,91715,917
Program Reduction[–5,000]
092LIFE CYCLE SOFTWARE SUPPORT (LCSS)5,8505,850
093NETWORK MANAGEMENT INITIALIZATION AND SERVICE12,73812,738
094MANEUVER CONTROL SYSTEM (MCS)145,405145,405
095GLOBAL COMBAT SUPPORT SYSTEM-ARMY (GCSS-A)162,654162,654
096INTEGRATED PERSONNEL AND PAY SYSTEM-ARMY (IPP4,4464,446
098RECONNAISSANCE AND SURVEYING INSTRUMENT SET16,21816,218
099MOD OF IN-SVC EQUIPMENT (ENFIRE)1,1381,138
ELECT EQUIP—AUTOMATION
100ARMY TRAINING MODERNIZATION12,08912,089
101AUTOMATED DATA PROCESSING EQUIP105,775105,775
102GENERAL FUND ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SYSTEMS FAM18,99518,995
103HIGH PERF COMPUTING MOD PGM (HPCMP)62,31962,319
104RESERVE COMPONENT AUTOMATION SYS (RCAS)17,89417,894
ELECT EQUIP—AUDIO VISUAL SYS (A/V)
106ITEMS LESS THAN $5M (SURVEYING EQUIPMENT)4,2424,242
ELECT EQUIP—SUPPORT
107PRODUCTION BASE SUPPORT (C-E)425425
108BCT EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES7,4387,438
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
108ACLASSIFIED PROGRAMS6,4676,467
CHEMICAL DEFENSIVE EQUIPMENT
109PROTECTIVE SYSTEMS248248
110FAMILY OF NON-LETHAL EQUIPMENT (FNLE)1,4871,487
112CBRN DEFENSE26,30226,302
BRIDGING EQUIPMENT
113TACTICAL BRIDGING9,8229,822
114TACTICAL BRIDGE, FLOAT-RIBBON21,51621,516
115BRIDGE SUPPLEMENTAL SET4,9594,959
116COMMON BRIDGE TRANSPORTER (CBT) RECAP52,54642,546
Program decrease[–10,000]
ENGINEER (NON-CONSTRUCTION) EQUIPMENT
117GRND STANDOFF MINE DETECTN SYSM (GSTAMIDS)58,68258,682
118HUSKY MOUNTED DETECTION SYSTEM (HMDS)13,56513,565
119ROBOTIC COMBAT SUPPORT SYSTEM (RCSS)2,1362,136
120EOD ROBOTICS SYSTEMS RECAPITALIZATION6,9606,960
121EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL EQPMT (EOD EQPMT)17,42417,424
122REMOTE DEMOLITION SYSTEMS8,2848,284
123< $5M, COUNTERMINE EQUIPMENT5,4595,459
124FAMILY OF BOATS AND MOTORS8,4298,429
COMBAT SERVICE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
125HEATERS AND ECU'S18,87618,876
127SOLDIER ENHANCEMENT2,2872,287
128PERSONNEL RECOVERY SUPPORT SYSTEM (PRSS)7,7337,733
129GROUND SOLDIER SYSTEM49,79849,798
130MOBILE SOLDIER POWER43,63943,639
132FIELD FEEDING EQUIPMENT13,11813,118
133CARGO AERIAL DEL & PERSONNEL PARACHUTE SYSTEM28,27828,278
135FAMILY OF ENGR COMBAT AND CONSTRUCTION SETS34,54434,544
136ITEMS LESS THAN $5M (ENG SPT)595595
PETROLEUM EQUIPMENT
137QUALITY SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT5,3685,368
138DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS, PETROLEUM & WATER35,38135,381
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
139COMBAT SUPPORT MEDICAL73,82873,828
MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT
140MOBILE MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT SYSTEMS25,27025,270
141ITEMS LESS THAN $5.0M (MAINT EQ)2,7602,760
CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
142GRADER, ROAD MTZD, HVY, 6X4 (CCE)5,9035,903
143SCRAPERS, EARTHMOVING26,12526,125
146TRACTOR, FULL TRACKED27,15627,156
147ALL TERRAIN CRANES16,75016,750
148PLANT, ASPHALT MIXING984984
149HIGH MOBILITY ENGINEER EXCAVATOR (HMEE)2,6562,656
150ENHANCED RAPID AIRFIELD CONSTRUCTION CAPAP2,5312,531
151FAMILY OF DIVER SUPPORT EQUIPMENT446446
152CONST EQUIP ESP19,64019,640
153ITEMS LESS THAN $5.0M (CONST EQUIP)5,0875,087
RAIL FLOAT CONTAINERIZATION EQUIPMENT
154ARMY WATERCRAFT ESP39,77239,772
155ITEMS LESS THAN $5.0M (FLOAT/RAIL)5,83594,835
Strategic mobility shortfall mitigation – railcar acquisition[89,000]
GENERATORS
156GENERATORS AND ASSOCIATED EQUIP166,356146,356
Program decrease[–20,000]
157TACTICAL ELECTRIC POWER RECAPITALIZATION11,50511,505
MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT
159FAMILY OF FORKLIFTS17,49617,496
TRAINING EQUIPMENT
160COMBAT TRAINING CENTERS SUPPORT74,91674,916
161TRAINING DEVICES, NONSYSTEM303,236278,236
Program reduction[–25,000]
162CLOSE COMBAT TACTICAL TRAINER45,21045,210
163AVIATION COMBINED ARMS TACTICAL TRAINER30,06830,068
164GAMING TECHNOLOGY IN SUPPORT OF ARMY TRAINING9,7939,793
TEST MEASURE AND DIG EQUIPMENT (TMD)
165CALIBRATION SETS EQUIPMENT4,6504,650
166INTEGRATED FAMILY OF TEST EQUIPMENT (IFTE)34,48734,487
167TEST EQUIPMENT MODERNIZATION (TEMOD)11,08311,083
OTHER SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
169RAPID EQUIPPING SOLDIER SUPPORT EQUIPMENT17,93717,937
170PHYSICAL SECURITY SYSTEMS (OPA3)52,04052,040
171BASE LEVEL COMMON EQUIPMENT1,5681,568
172MODIFICATION OF IN-SVC EQUIPMENT (OPA–3)64,21964,219
173PRODUCTION BASE SUPPORT (OTH)1,5251,525
174SPECIAL EQUIPMENT FOR USER TESTING3,2683,268
176TRACTOR YARD7,1917,191
OPA2
177INITIAL SPARES—C&E48,51148,511
TOTAL OTHER PROCUREMENT, ARMY5,899,0285,808,028
AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, NAVY
COMBAT AIRCRAFT
002F/A–18E/F (FIGHTER) HORNET1,150,000
Additional 12 Aircraft—Navy Unfunded Requirement[1,150,000]
003JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER CV897,542873,042
Anticipated contract savings[–7,700]
Cost growth for support equipment[–16,800]
004 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)48,63048,630
005JSF STOVL1,483,4142,458,314
Additional 6 Aircraft—Marine Corps Unfunded Requirement[1,000,000]
Anticipated contract savings[–17,600]
Cost growth for support equipment[–7,500]
006 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)203,060203,060
007 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)41,30041,300
008V–22 (MEDIUM LIFT)1,436,3551,436,355
009 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)43,85343,853
010H–1 UPGRADES (UH–1Y/AH–1Z)800,057800,057
011 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)56,16856,168
012MH–60S (MYP)28,23228,232
014MH–60R (MYP)969,991969,991
016P–8A POSEIDON3,008,9283,008,928
017 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)269,568269,568
018E–2D ADV HAWKEYE857,654857,654
019 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)195,336195,336
TRAINER AIRCRAFT
020JPATS8,9148,914
OTHER AIRCRAFT
021KC–130J192,214192,214
022 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)24,45124,451
023MQ–4 TRITON494,259559,259
Additional Air Vehicle[65,000]
024 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)54,57772,577
Additional Advance Procurement[18,000]
025MQ–8 UAV120,020156,020
MQ–8 UAV-Additional three air vehicles[36,000]
026STUASL0 UAV3,4503,450
MODIFICATION OF AIRCRAFT
028EA–6 SERIES9,7999,799
029AEA SYSTEMS23,15138,151
Additional Low Band Transmitter Modifications[15,000]
030AV–8 SERIES41,89041,890
031ADVERSARY5,8165,816
032F–18 SERIES978,756968,456
Unjustified request[–10,300]
034H–53 SERIES46,88746,887
035SH–60 SERIES107,728107,728
036H–1 SERIES42,31542,315
037EP–3 SERIES41,78441,784
038P–3 SERIES3,0673,067
039E–2 SERIES20,74120,741
040TRAINER A/C SERIES27,98027,980
041C–2A8,1578,157
042C–130 SERIES70,33570,335
043FEWSG633633
044CARGO/TRANSPORT A/C SERIES8,9168,916
045E–6 SERIES185,253185,253
046EXECUTIVE HELICOPTERS SERIES76,13876,138
047SPECIAL PROJECT AIRCRAFT23,70223,702
048T–45 SERIES105,439105,439
049POWER PLANT CHANGES9,9179,917
050JPATS SERIES13,53713,537
051COMMON ECM EQUIPMENT131,732131,732
052COMMON AVIONICS CHANGES202,745202,745
053COMMON DEFENSIVE WEAPON SYSTEM3,0623,062
054ID SYSTEMS48,20648,206
055P–8 SERIES28,49228,492
056MAGTF EW FOR AVIATION7,6807,680
057MQ–8 SERIES22,46422,464
058RQ–7 SERIES3,7733,773
059V–22 (TILT/ROTOR ACFT) OSPREY121,208121,208
060F–35 STOVL SERIES256,106256,106
061F–35 CV SERIES68,52768,527
062QRC6,8856,885
AIRCRAFT SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS
063SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS1,563,5151,553,515
Program decrease[–10,000]
AIRCRAFT SUPPORT EQUIP & FACILITIES
064COMMON GROUND EQUIPMENT450,959450,959
065AIRCRAFT INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES24,01024,010
066WAR CONSUMABLES42,01242,012
067OTHER PRODUCTION CHARGES2,4552,455
068SPECIAL SUPPORT EQUIPMENT50,85950,859
069FIRST DESTINATION TRANSPORTATION1,8011,801
TOTAL AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, NAVY16,126,40518,340,505
WEAPONS PROCUREMENT, NAVY
MODIFICATION OF MISSILES
001TRIDENT II MODS1,099,0641,099,064
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES
002MISSILE INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES7,7487,748
STRATEGIC MISSILES
003TOMAHAWK184,814214,814
Minimum Sustaining Rate Increase[30,000]
TACTICAL MISSILES
004AMRAAM192,873192,873
005SIDEWINDER96,42796,427
006JSOW21,41969,219
Industrial Base Sustainment[47,800]
007STANDARD MISSILE435,352435,352
008RAM80,82680,826
011STAND OFF PRECISION GUIDED MUNITIONS (SOPGM)4,2654,265
012AERIAL TARGETS40,79240,792
013OTHER MISSILE SUPPORT3,3353,335
MODIFICATION OF MISSILES
014ESSM44,44044,440
015 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)54,46254,462
016HARM MODS122,298122,298
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT & FACILITIES
017WEAPONS INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES2,3972,397
018FLEET SATELLITE COMM FOLLOW-ON39,93239,932
ORDNANCE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
019ORDNANCE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT57,64157,641
TORPEDOES AND RELATED EQUIP
020SSTD7,3807,380
021MK–48 TORPEDO65,61165,611
022ASW TARGETS6,9126,912
MOD OF TORPEDOES AND RELATED EQUIP
023MK–54 TORPEDO MODS113,219113,219
024MK–48 TORPEDO ADCAP MODS63,31763,317
025QUICKSTRIKE MINE13,25413,254
SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
026TORPEDO SUPPORT EQUIPMENT67,70167,701
027ASW RANGE SUPPORT3,6993,699
DESTINATION TRANSPORTATION
028FIRST DESTINATION TRANSPORTATION3,3423,342
GUNS AND GUN MOUNTS
029SMALL ARMS AND WEAPONS11,93711,937
MODIFICATION OF GUNS AND GUN MOUNTS
030CIWS MODS53,14753,147
031COAST GUARD WEAPONS19,02219,022
032GUN MOUNT MODS67,98067,980
033AIRBORNE MINE NEUTRALIZATION SYSTEMS19,82319,823
SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS
035SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS149,725149,725
TOTAL WEAPONS PROCUREMENT, NAVY3,154,1543,231,954
PROCUREMENT OF AMMO, NAVY & MC
NAVY AMMUNITION
001GENERAL PURPOSE BOMBS101,238101,238
002AIRBORNE ROCKETS, ALL TYPES67,28967,289
003MACHINE GUN AMMUNITION20,34020,340
004PRACTICE BOMBS40,36540,365
005CARTRIDGES & CART ACTUATED DEVICES49,37749,377
006AIR EXPENDABLE COUNTERMEASURES59,65159,651
007JATOS2,8062,806
008LRLAP 6" LONG RANGE ATTACK PROJECTILE11,59611,596
0095 INCH/54 GUN AMMUNITION35,99435,994
010INTERMEDIATE CALIBER GUN AMMUNITION36,71536,715
011OTHER SHIP GUN AMMUNITION45,48345,483
012SMALL ARMS & LANDING PARTY AMMO52,08052,080
013PYROTECHNIC AND DEMOLITION10,80910,809
014AMMUNITION LESS THAN $5 MILLION4,4694,469
MARINE CORPS AMMUNITION
015SMALL ARMS AMMUNITION46,84846,848
016LINEAR CHARGES, ALL TYPES350350
01740 MM, ALL TYPES500500
01860MM, ALL TYPES1,8491,849
01981MM, ALL TYPES1,0001,000
020120MM, ALL TYPES13,86713,867
022GRENADES, ALL TYPES1,3901,390
023ROCKETS, ALL TYPES14,96714,967
024ARTILLERY, ALL TYPES45,21945,219
026FUZE, ALL TYPES29,33529,335
027NON LETHALS3,8683,868
028AMMO MODERNIZATION15,11715,117
029ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION11,21911,219
TOTAL PROCUREMENT OF AMMO, NAVY & MC723,741723,741
SHIPBUILDING & CONVERSION, NAVY
OTHER WARSHIPS
001 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)1,634,7011,634,701
002 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)874,658874,658
003VIRGINIA CLASS SUBMARINE3,346,3703,346,370
004 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)1,993,7401,993,740
005CVN REFUELING OVERHAULS678,274678,274
006 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)14,95114,951
007DDG 1000433,404433,404
008DDG–513,149,7033,149,703
010LITTORAL COMBAT SHIP1,356,9911,356,991
AMPHIBIOUS SHIPS
012LPD–17550,000550,000
013AAFLOAT FORWARD STAGING BASE ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)97,000
Procurement[97,000]
014ALX(R) ADVANCE PROCURMENT (CY)250,000
LX(R) Acceleration[250,000]
015LHA REPLACEMENT ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)277,543277,543
AUXILIARIES, CRAFT AND PRIOR YR PROGRAM COST
017TAO FLEET OILER674,1900
Transfer to NDSF—Title XIV[–674,190]
019 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)138,200138,200
020OUTFITTING697,207697,207
021SHIP TO SHORE CONNECTOR255,630255,630
022SERVICE CRAFT30,01430,014
023LCAC SLEP80,73880,738
024YP CRAFT MAINTENANCE/ROH/SLEP21,83821,838
025COMPLETION OF PY SHIPBUILDING PROGRAMS389,305389,305
TOTAL SHIPBUILDING & CONVERSION, NAVY16,597,45716,270,267
OTHER PROCUREMENT, NAVY
SHIP PROPULSION EQUIPMENT
001LM–2500 GAS TURBINE4,8814,881
002ALLISON 501K GAS TURBINE5,8145,814
003HYBRID ELECTRIC DRIVE (HED)32,90632,906
GENERATORS
004SURFACE COMBATANT HM&E36,86036,860
NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT
005OTHER NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT87,48187,481
PERISCOPES
006SUB PERISCOPES & IMAGING EQUIP63,10963,109
OTHER SHIPBOARD EQUIPMENT
007DDG MOD364,157424,157
Additional DDG Modification-Unfunded Requirement[60,000]
008FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT16,08916,089
009COMMAND AND CONTROL SWITCHBOARD2,2552,255
010LHA/LHD MIDLIFE28,57128,571
011LCC 19/20 EXTENDED SERVICE LIFE PROGRAM12,31312,313
012POLLUTION CONTROL EQUIPMENT16,60916,609
013SUBMARINE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT10,49810,498
014VIRGINIA CLASS SUPPORT EQUIPMENT35,74735,747
015LCS CLASS SUPPORT EQUIPMENT48,39948,399
016SUBMARINE BATTERIES23,07223,072
017LPD CLASS SUPPORT EQUIPMENT55,28355,283
018STRATEGIC PLATFORM SUPPORT EQUIP18,56318,563
019DSSP EQUIPMENT7,3767,376
021LCAC20,96520,965
022UNDERWATER EOD PROGRAMS51,65251,652
023ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION102,498102,498
024CHEMICAL WARFARE DETECTORS3,0273,027
025SUBMARINE LIFE SUPPORT SYSTEM7,3997,399
REACTOR PLANT EQUIPMENT
027REACTOR COMPONENTS296,095296,095
OCEAN ENGINEERING
028DIVING AND SALVAGE EQUIPMENT15,98215,982
SMALL BOATS
029STANDARD BOATS29,98229,982
TRAINING EQUIPMENT
030OTHER SHIPS TRAINING EQUIPMENT66,53866,538
PRODUCTION FACILITIES EQUIPMENT
031OPERATING FORCES IPE71,13871,138
OTHER SHIP SUPPORT
032NUCLEAR ALTERATIONS132,625132,625
033LCS COMMON MISSION MODULES EQUIPMENT23,50023,500
034LCS MCM MISSION MODULES85,15185,151
035LCS SUW MISSION MODULES35,22835,228
036REMOTE MINEHUNTING SYSTEM (RMS)87,62787,627
LOGISTIC SUPPORT
037LSD MIDLIFE2,7742,774
SHIP SONARS
038SPQ–9B RADAR20,55120,551
039AN/SQQ–89 SURF ASW COMBAT SYSTEM103,241103,241
040SSN ACOUSTICS214,835234,835
Submarine Towed Array-Unfunded Requirement[20,000]
041UNDERSEA WARFARE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT7,3317,331
042SONAR SWITCHES AND TRANSDUCERS11,78111,781
ASW ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
044SUBMARINE ACOUSTIC WARFARE SYSTEM21,11921,119
045SSTD8,3968,396
046FIXED SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM146,968146,968
047SURTASS12,95312,953
048MARITIME PATROL AND RECONNSAISANCE FORCE13,72513,725
ELECTRONIC WARFARE EQUIPMENT
049AN/SLQ–32324,726352,726
SEWIP Block II-Unfunded Requirement[28,000]
RECONNAISSANCE EQUIPMENT
050SHIPBOARD IW EXPLOIT148,221148,221
051AUTOMATED IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (AIS)152152
SUBMARINE SURVEILLANCE EQUIPMENT
052SUBMARINE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT PROG79,95479,954
OTHER SHIP ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
053COOPERATIVE ENGAGEMENT CAPABILITY25,69525,695
054TRUSTED INFORMATION SYSTEM (TIS)284284
055NAVAL TACTICAL COMMAND SUPPORT SYSTEM (NTCSS)14,41614,416
056ATDLS23,06923,069
057NAVY COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM (NCCS)4,0544,054
058MINESWEEPING SYSTEM REPLACEMENT21,01421,014
059SHALLOW WATER MCM18,07718,077
060NAVSTAR GPS RECEIVERS (SPACE)12,35912,359
061AMERICAN FORCES RADIO AND TV SERVICE4,2404,240
062STRATEGIC PLATFORM SUPPORT EQUIP17,44017,440
TRAINING EQUIPMENT
063OTHER TRAINING EQUIPMENT41,31441,314
AVIATION ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
064MATCALS10,01110,011
065SHIPBOARD AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL9,3469,346
066AUTOMATIC CARRIER LANDING SYSTEM21,28121,281
067NATIONAL AIR SPACE SYSTEM25,62125,621
068FLEET AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS8,2498,249
069LANDING SYSTEMS14,71514,715
070ID SYSTEMS29,67629,676
071NAVAL MISSION PLANNING SYSTEMS13,73713,737
OTHER SHORE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
072DEPLOYABLE JOINT COMMAND & CONTROL1,3141,314
074TACTICAL/MOBILE C4I SYSTEMS13,60013,600
075DCGS-N31,80931,809
076CANES278,991278,991
077RADIAC8,2948,294
078CANES-INTELL28,69528,695
079GPETE6,9626,962
080MASF290290
081INTEG COMBAT SYSTEM TEST FACILITY14,41914,419
082EMI CONTROL INSTRUMENTATION4,1754,175
083ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION44,17644,176
SHIPBOARD COMMUNICATIONS
084SHIPBOARD TACTICAL COMMUNICATIONS8,7228,722
085SHIP COMMUNICATIONS AUTOMATION108,477108,477
086COMMUNICATIONS ITEMS UNDER $5M16,61316,613
SUBMARINE COMMUNICATIONS
087SUBMARINE BROADCAST SUPPORT20,69120,691
088SUBMARINE COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT60,94560,945
SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS
089SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS30,89230,892
090NAVY MULTIBAND TERMINAL (NMT)118,113118,113
SHORE COMMUNICATIONS
091JCS COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT4,5914,591
092ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEMS1,4031,403
CRYPTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT
093INFO SYSTEMS SECURITY PROGRAM (ISSP)135,687135,687
094MIO INTEL EXPLOITATION TEAM970970
CRYPTOLOGIC EQUIPMENT
095CRYPTOLOGIC COMMUNICATIONS EQUIP11,43311,433
OTHER ELECTRONIC SUPPORT
096COAST GUARD EQUIPMENT2,5292,529
SONOBUOYS
097SONOBUOYS—ALL TYPES168,763168,763
AIRCRAFT SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
098WEAPONS RANGE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT46,97946,979
100AIRCRAFT SUPPORT EQUIPMENT123,884127,384
F–35 Visual/Optical Landing System Training Equipment Unfunded Requirement[3,500]
103METEOROLOGICAL EQUIPMENT15,09015,090
104DCRS/DPL638638
106AIRBORNE MINE COUNTERMEASURES14,09814,098
111AVIATION SUPPORT EQUIPMENT49,77349,773
SHIP GUN SYSTEM EQUIPMENT
112SHIP GUN SYSTEMS EQUIPMENT5,3005,300
SHIP MISSILE SYSTEMS EQUIPMENT
115SHIP MISSILE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT298,738298,738
120TOMAHAWK SUPPORT EQUIPMENT71,24571,245
FBM SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
123STRATEGIC MISSILE SYSTEMS EQUIP240,694240,694
ASW SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
124SSN COMBAT CONTROL SYSTEMS96,04096,040
125ASW SUPPORT EQUIPMENT30,18930,189
OTHER ORDNANCE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
129EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL EQUIP22,62322,623
130ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION9,9069,906
OTHER EXPENDABLE ORDNANCE
134TRAINING DEVICE MODS99,70799,707
CIVIL ENGINEERING SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
135PASSENGER CARRYING VEHICLES2,2522,252
136GENERAL PURPOSE TRUCKS2,1912,191
137CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE EQUIP2,1642,164
138FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT14,70514,705
139TACTICAL VEHICLES2,4972,497
140AMPHIBIOUS EQUIPMENT12,51712,517
141POLLUTION CONTROL EQUIPMENT3,0183,018
142ITEMS UNDER $5 MILLION14,40314,403
143PHYSICAL SECURITY VEHICLES1,1861,186
SUPPLY SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
144MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT18,80518,805
145OTHER SUPPLY SUPPORT EQUIPMENT10,46910,469
146FIRST DESTINATION TRANSPORTATION5,7205,720
147SPECIAL PURPOSE SUPPLY SYSTEMS211,714211,714
TRAINING DEVICES
148TRAINING SUPPORT EQUIPMENT7,4687,468
COMMAND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
149COMMAND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT36,43336,433
150EDUCATION SUPPORT EQUIPMENT3,1803,180
151MEDICAL SUPPORT EQUIPMENT4,7904,790
153NAVAL MIP SUPPORT EQUIPMENT4,6084,608
154OPERATING FORCES SUPPORT EQUIPMENT5,6555,655
155C4ISR EQUIPMENT9,9299,929
156ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT EQUIPMENT26,79526,795
157PHYSICAL SECURITY EQUIPMENT88,45388,453
159ENTERPRISE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY99,09499,094
OTHER
160NEXT GENERATION ENTERPRISE SERVICE99,01499,014
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
160ACLASSIFIED PROGRAMS21,43921,439
SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS
161SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS328,043328,043
TOTAL OTHER PROCUREMENT, NAVY6,614,7156,726,215
PROCUREMENT, MARINE CORPS
TRACKED COMBAT VEHICLES
001AAV7A1 PIP26,74426,744
002LAV PIP54,87954,879
ARTILLERY AND OTHER WEAPONS
003EXPEDITIONARY FIRE SUPPORT SYSTEM2,6522,652
004155MM LIGHTWEIGHT TOWED HOWITZER7,4827,482
005HIGH MOBILITY ARTILLERY ROCKET SYSTEM17,18117,181
006WEAPONS AND COMBAT VEHICLES UNDER $5 MILLION8,2248,224
OTHER SUPPORT
007MODIFICATION KITS14,46714,467
008WEAPONS ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM488488
GUIDED MISSILES
009GROUND BASED AIR DEFENSE7,5657,565
010JAVELIN1,09178,591
Program increase to support Unfunded Requirements[77,500]
011FOLLOW ON TO SMAW4,8724,872
012ANTI-ARMOR WEAPONS SYSTEM-HEAVY (AAWS-H)668668
OTHER SUPPORT
013MODIFICATION KITS12,49512,495
COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEMS
014UNIT OPERATIONS CENTER13,10913,109
015COMMON AVIATION COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM (C35,14735,147
REPAIR AND TEST EQUIPMENT
016REPAIR AND TEST EQUIPMENT21,21021,210
OTHER SUPPORT (TEL)
017COMBAT SUPPORT SYSTEM792792
COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM (NON-TEL)
019ITEMS UNDER $5 MILLION (COMM & ELEC)3,6423,642
020AIR OPERATIONS C2 SYSTEMS3,5203,520
RADAR + EQUIPMENT (NON-TEL)
021RADAR SYSTEMS35,11835,118
022GROUND/AIR TASK ORIENTED RADAR (G/ATOR)130,66190,661
Delay in IOTE[–40,000]
023RQ–21 UAS84,91684,916
INTELL/COMM EQUIPMENT (NON-TEL)
024FIRE SUPPORT SYSTEM9,1369,136
025INTELLIGENCE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT29,93629,936
028DCGS-MC1,9471,947
OTHER COMM/ELEC EQUIPMENT (NON-TEL)
031NIGHT VISION EQUIPMENT2,0182,018
OTHER SUPPORT (NON-TEL)
032NEXT GENERATION ENTERPRISE NETWORK (NGEN)67,29567,295
033COMMON COMPUTER RESOURCES43,10143,101
034COMMAND POST SYSTEMS29,25529,255
035RADIO SYSTEMS80,58480,584
036COMM SWITCHING & CONTROL SYSTEMS66,12366,123
037COMM & ELEC INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORT79,48679,486
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
037ACLASSIFIED PROGRAMS2,8032,803
ADMINISTRATIVE VEHICLES
038COMMERCIAL PASSENGER VEHICLES3,5383,538
039COMMERCIAL CARGO VEHICLES22,80622,806
TACTICAL VEHICLES
041MOTOR TRANSPORT MODIFICATIONS7,7437,743
043JOINT LIGHT TACTICAL VEHICLE79,42979,429
044FAMILY OF TACTICAL TRAILERS3,1573,157
OTHER SUPPORT
045ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION6,9386,938
ENGINEER AND OTHER EQUIPMENT
046ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL EQUIP ASSORT9494
047BULK LIQUID EQUIPMENT896896
048TACTICAL FUEL SYSTEMS136136
049POWER EQUIPMENT ASSORTED10,79210,792
050AMPHIBIOUS SUPPORT EQUIPMENT3,2353,235
051EOD SYSTEMS7,6667,666
MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT
052PHYSICAL SECURITY EQUIPMENT33,14533,145
053GARRISON MOBILE ENGINEER EQUIPMENT (GMEE)1,4191,419
GENERAL PROPERTY
057TRAINING DEVICES24,16324,163
058CONTAINER FAMILY962962
059FAMILY OF CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT6,5456,545
060FAMILY OF INTERNALLY TRANSPORTABLE VEH (ITV)7,5337,533
OTHER SUPPORT
062ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION4,3224,322
SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS
063SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS8,2928,292
TOTAL PROCUREMENT, MARINE CORPS1,131,4181,168,918
AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE
TACTICAL FORCES
001F–355,260,2125,161,112
Anticipated contract savings[–75,500]
Cost growth for support equipment[–23,600]
002 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)460,260460,260
TACTICAL AIRLIFT
003KC–46A TANKER2,350,6012,326,601
Program Decrease[–24,000]
OTHER AIRLIFT
004C–130J889,154962,154
Unfunded Requirements[73,000]
005 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)50,00050,000
006HC–130J463,934463,934
007 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)30,00030,000
008MC–130J828,472828,472
009 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)60,00060,000
MISSION SUPPORT AIRCRAFT
011CIVIL AIR PATROL A/C2,6172,617
OTHER AIRCRAFT
012TARGET DRONES132,028132,028
014RQ–437,80037,800
015MQ–9552,528552,528
STRATEGIC AIRCRAFT
017B–2A32,45832,458
018B–1B114,119114,119
019B–52148,987148,987
020LARGE AIRCRAFT INFRARED COUNTERMEASURES84,33584,335
TACTICAL AIRCRAFT
021A–10240,000
A–10 restoration— wing replacement program[240,000]
022F–15464,367464,367
023F–1617,13417,134
024F–22A126,152126,152
025F–35 MODIFICATIONS70,16770,167
026INCREMENT 3.2B69,32569,325
AIRLIFT AIRCRAFT
028C–55,6045,604
030C–17A46,99746,997
031C–2110,16210,162
032C–32A44,46444,464
033C–37A10,861861
Program decrease[–10,000]
TRAINER AIRCRAFT
034GLIDER MODS134134
035T–617,96817,968
036T–123,70623,706
037T–3830,60430,604
OTHER AIRCRAFT
038U–2 MODS22,09522,095
039KC–10A (ATCA)5,6115,611
040C–121,9801,980
042VC–25A MOD98,23198,231
043C–4013,17113,171
044C–1307,04880,248
C–130 AMP increase[10,000]
Eight-Bladed Propeller[30,000]
T–56 3.5 Engine Mod[33,200]
045C–130J MODS29,71329,713
046C–13549,04349,043
047COMPASS CALL MODS68,41597,115
EC–130H Force Structure Restoration[28,700]
048RC–135156,165156,165
049E–313,17813,178
050E–423,93723,937
051E–818,00118,001
052AIRBORNE WARNING AND CONTROL SYSTEM183,308183,308
053FAMILY OF BEYOND LINE-OF-SIGHT TERMINALS44,16334,163
Program decrease[–10,000]
054H–16,2916,291
055UH–1N REPLACEMENT2,4562,456
056H–6045,73145,731
057RQ–4 MODS50,02250,022
058HC/MC–130 MODIFICATIONS21,66021,660
059OTHER AIRCRAFT117,767117,767
060MQ–1 MODS3,1733,173
061MQ–9 MODS115,226115,226
063CV–22 MODS58,82858,828
AIRCRAFT SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS
064INITIAL SPARES/REPAIR PARTS656,242656,242
COMMON SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
065AIRCRAFT REPLACEMENT SUPPORT EQUIP33,71633,716
POST PRODUCTION SUPPORT
067B–2A38,83738,837
068B–525,9115,911
069C–17A30,10830,108
070CV–22 POST PRODUCTION SUPPORT3,3533,353
071C–1354,4904,490
072F–153,2253,225
073F–1614,96933,669
Additional Mission Trainers[24,700]
Unobligated balances[–6,000]
074F–22A971971
076MQ–95,0005,000
INDUSTRIAL PREPAREDNESS
077INDUSTRIAL RESPONSIVENESS18,80218,802
WAR CONSUMABLES
078WAR CONSUMABLES156,465156,465
OTHER PRODUCTION CHARGES
079OTHER PRODUCTION CHARGES1,052,8141,052,814
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
079ACLASSIFIED PROGRAMS42,50342,503
TOTAL AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE15,657,76915,948,269
MISSILE PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE
MISSILE REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT—BALLISTIC
001MISSILE REPLACEMENT EQ-BALLISTIC94,04094,040
TACTICAL
003JOINT AIR-SURFACE STANDOFF MISSILE440,578440,578
004SIDEWINDER (AIM–9X)200,777200,777
005AMRAAM390,112390,112
006PREDATOR HELLFIRE MISSILE423,016423,016
007SMALL DIAMETER BOMB133,697133,697
INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES
008INDUSTR'L PREPAREDNS/POL PREVENTION397397
CLASS IV
009MM III MODIFICATIONS50,51750,517
010AGM–65D MAVERICK9,6399,639
011AGM–88A HARM197197
012AIR LAUNCH CRUISE MISSILE (ALCM)25,01925,019
MISSILE SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS
014INITIAL SPARES/REPAIR PARTS48,52348,523
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
028SPECIAL UPDATE PROGRAMS276,562276,562
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
028ACLASSIFIED PROGRAMS893,971893,971
TOTAL MISSILE PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE2,987,0452,987,045
SPACE PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE
SPACE PROGRAMS
001ADVANCED EHF333,366333,366
002WIDEBAND GAPFILLER SATELLITES(SPACE)53,47679,476
SATCOM Pathfinder[26,000]
003GPS III SPACE SEGMENT199,218199,218
004SPACEBORNE EQUIP (COMSEC)18,36218,362
005GLOBAL POSITIONING (SPACE)66,13566,135
006DEF METEOROLOGICAL SAT PROG(SPACE)89,35189,351
007EVOLVED EXPENDABLE LAUNCH CAPABILITY571,276571,276
008EVOLVED EXPENDABLE LAUNCH VEH(SPACE)800,201800,201
009SBIR HIGH (SPACE)452,676452,676
TOTAL SPACE PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE2,584,0612,610,061
PROCUREMENT OF AMMUNITION, AIR FORCE
ROCKETS
001ROCKETS23,78823,788
CARTRIDGES
002CARTRIDGES131,102131,102
BOMBS
003PRACTICE BOMBS89,75989,759
004GENERAL PURPOSE BOMBS637,181637,181
005MASSIVE ORDNANCE PENETRATOR (MOP)39,69039,690
006JOINT DIRECT ATTACK MUNITION374,688354,688
Program reduction[–20,000]
OTHER ITEMS
007CAD/PAD58,26658,266
008EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL (EOD)5,6125,612
009SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS103103
010MODIFICATIONS1,1021,102
011ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION3,0443,044
FLARES
012FLARES120,935120,935
FUZES
013FUZES213,476213,476
SMALL ARMS
014SMALL ARMS60,09760,097
TOTAL PROCUREMENT OF AMMUNITION, AIR FORCE1,758,8431,738,843
OTHER PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE
PASSENGER CARRYING VEHICLES
001PASSENGER CARRYING VEHICLES8,8348,834
CARGO AND UTILITY VEHICLES
002MEDIUM TACTICAL VEHICLE58,16058,160
003CAP VEHICLES977977
004ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION12,48312,483
SPECIAL PURPOSE VEHICLES
005SECURITY AND TACTICAL VEHICLES4,7284,728
006ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION4,6624,662
FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT
007FIRE FIGHTING/CRASH RESCUE VEHICLES10,41910,419
MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT
008ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION23,32023,320
BASE MAINTENANCE SUPPORT
009RUNWAY SNOW REMOV & CLEANING EQUIP6,2156,215
010ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION87,78187,781
COMM SECURITY EQUIPMENT(COMSEC)
011COMSEC EQUIPMENT136,998136,998
012MODIFICATIONS (COMSEC)677677
INTELLIGENCE PROGRAMS
013INTELLIGENCE TRAINING EQUIPMENT4,0414,041
014INTELLIGENCE COMM EQUIPMENT22,57322,573
015MISSION PLANNING SYSTEMS14,45614,456
ELECTRONICS PROGRAMS
016AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL & LANDING SYS31,82331,823
017NATIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM5,8335,833
018BATTLE CONTROL SYSTEM—FIXED1,6871,687
019THEATER AIR CONTROL SYS IMPROVEMENTS22,71022,710
020WEATHER OBSERVATION FORECAST21,56121,561
021STRATEGIC COMMAND AND CONTROL286,980286,980
022CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN COMPLEX36,18636,186
024INTEGRATED STRAT PLAN & ANALY NETWORK (ISPAN)9,5979,597
SPCL COMM-ELECTRONICS PROJECTS
025GENERAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY27,40327,403
026AF GLOBAL COMMAND & CONTROL SYS7,2127,212
027MOBILITY COMMAND AND CONTROL11,06211,062
028AIR FORCE PHYSICAL SECURITY SYSTEM131,269131,269
029COMBAT TRAINING RANGES33,60633,606
030MINIMUM ESSENTIAL EMERGENCY COMM N5,2325,232
031C3 COUNTERMEASURES7,4537,453
032INTEGRATED PERSONNEL AND PAY SYSTEM3,9763,976
033GCSS-AF FOS25,51525,515
034DEFENSE ENTERPRISE ACCOUNTING AND MGMT SYSTEM9,2559,255
035THEATER BATTLE MGT C2 SYSTEM7,5237,523
036AIR & SPACE OPERATIONS CTR-WPN SYS12,04312,043
037AIR OPERATIONS CENTER (AOC) 10.224,24624,246
AIR FORCE COMMUNICATIONS
038INFORMATION TRANSPORT SYSTEMS74,62174,621
039AFNET103,748103,748
041JOINT COMMUNICATIONS SUPPORT ELEMENT (JCSE)5,1995,199
042USCENTCOM15,78015,780
SPACE PROGRAMS
043FAMILY OF BEYOND LINE-OF-SIGHT TERMINALS79,59264,592
Program decrease[–15,000]
044SPACE BASED IR SENSOR PGM SPACE90,19090,190
045NAVSTAR GPS SPACE2,0292,029
046NUDET DETECTION SYS SPACE5,0955,095
047AF SATELLITE CONTROL NETWORK SPACE76,67376,673
048SPACELIFT RANGE SYSTEM SPACE113,275113,275
049MILSATCOM SPACE35,49535,495
050SPACE MODS SPACE23,43523,435
051COUNTERSPACE SYSTEM43,06543,065
ORGANIZATION AND BASE
052TACTICAL C-E EQUIPMENT77,538111,438
Battlefield Airmen Kits Unfunded Requirement[19,900]
Joint Terminal Control Training Simulation Unfunded Requirement[14,000]
054RADIO EQUIPMENT8,4008,400
055CCTV/AUDIOVISUAL EQUIPMENT6,1446,144
056BASE COMM INFRASTRUCTURE77,01077,010
MODIFICATIONS
057COMM ELECT MODS71,80071,800
PERSONAL SAFETY & RESCUE EQUIP
058NIGHT VISION GOGGLES2,3702,370
059ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION79,62379,623
DEPOT PLANT+MTRLS HANDLING EQ
060MECHANIZED MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIP7,2497,249
BASE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
061BASE PROCURED EQUIPMENT9,09513,095
Additional Equipment[4,000]
062ENGINEERING AND EOD EQUIPMENT17,86617,866
064MOBILITY EQUIPMENT61,85061,850
065ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION30,47730,477
SPECIAL SUPPORT PROJECTS
067DARP RC13525,07225,072
068DCGS-AF183,021183,021
070SPECIAL UPDATE PROGRAM629,371629,371
071DEFENSE SPACE RECONNAISSANCE PROG.100,663100,663
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
071ACLASSIFIED PROGRAMS15,038,33315,038,333
SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS
073SPARES AND REPAIR PARTS59,86359,863
TOTAL OTHER PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE18,272,43818,295,338
PROCUREMENT, DEFENSE-WIDE
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DCAA
001ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION1,4881,488
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DCMA
002MAJOR EQUIPMENT2,4942,494
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DHRA
003PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION9,3419,341
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DISA
007INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY8,08023,080
SHARKSEER[15,000]
008TELEPORT PROGRAM62,78962,789
009ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION9,3999,399
010NET CENTRIC ENTERPRISE SERVICES (NCES)1,8191,819
011DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEM NETWORK141,298141,298
012CYBER SECURITY INITIATIVE12,73212,732
013WHITE HOUSE COMMUNICATION AGENCY64,09864,098
014SENIOR LEADERSHIP ENTERPRISE617,910617,910
015JOINT INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT84,40084,400
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DLA
016MAJOR EQUIPMENT5,6445,644
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DMACT
017MAJOR EQUIPMENT11,20811,208
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DODEA
018AUTOMATION/EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT & LOGISTICS1,2981,298
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DSS
020MAJOR EQUIPMENT1,0481,048
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY
021VEHICLES100100
022OTHER MAJOR EQUIPMENT5,4745,474
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY
023THAAD464,067464,067
024AEGIS BMD558,916679,361
SM–3 Block IB[117,880]
SM–3 Block IB (Canisters)[2,565]
025 ADVANCE PROCUREMENT (CY)147,7650
SM–3 Block IB[–147,765]
026BMDS AN/TPY–2 RADARS78,63478,634
027AEGIS ASHORE PHASE III30,58730,587
028IRON DOME55,00055,000
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, NSA
035INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROGRAM (ISSP)37,17737,177
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, OSD
036MAJOR EQUIPMENT, OSD46,93946,939
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, TJS
038MAJOR EQUIPMENT, TJS13,02713,027
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, WHS
040MAJOR EQUIPMENT, WHS27,85927,859
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY
028ADAVID SLING150,000
David's Sling Weapon System Procurement—Subject to Title XVI[150,000]
028BARROW 315,000
Arrow 3 Upper Tier Procurement—Subject to Title XVI[15,000]
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
040ACLASSIFIED PROGRAMS617,757617,757
AVIATION PROGRAMS
041MC–1263,17063,170
042ROTARY WING UPGRADES AND SUSTAINMENT135,985135,985
044NON-STANDARD AVIATION61,27561,275
047RQ–11 UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE20,08720,087
048CV–22 MODIFICATION18,83218,832
049MQ–1 UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE1,9341,934
050MQ–9 UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE11,72626,926
Medium Altitude Long Endurance Tactical (MALET) MQ–9 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle[15,200]
051STUASL01,5141,514
052PRECISION STRIKE PACKAGE204,105204,105
053AC/MC–130J61,36825,968
MC–130 Terrain Following/Terrain Avoidance Radar Program[–35,400]
054C–130 MODIFICATIONS66,86166,861
SHIPBUILDING
055UNDERWATER SYSTEMS32,52132,521
AMMUNITION PROGRAMS
056ORDNANCE ITEMS <$5M174,734174,734
OTHER PROCUREMENT PROGRAMS
057INTELLIGENCE SYSTEMS93,00993,009
058DISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE SYSTEMS14,96414,964
059OTHER ITEMS <$5M79,14979,149
060COMBATANT CRAFT SYSTEMS33,36233,362
061SPECIAL PROGRAMS143,533143,533
062TACTICAL VEHICLES73,52073,520
063WARRIOR SYSTEMS <$5M186,009186,009
064COMBAT MISSION REQUIREMENTS19,69319,693
065GLOBAL VIDEO SURVEILLANCE ACTIVITIES3,9673,967
066OPERATIONAL ENHANCEMENTS INTELLIGENCE19,22519,225
068OPERATIONAL ENHANCEMENTS213,252213,252
CBDP
074CHEMICAL BIOLOGICAL SITUATIONAL AWARENESS141,223141,223
075CB PROTECTION & HAZARD MITIGATION137,487137,487
TOTAL PROCUREMENT, DEFENSE-WIDE5,130,8535,263,333
JOINT URGENT OPERATIONAL NEEDS FUND
JOINT URGENT OPERATIONAL NEEDS FUND
001JOINT URGENT OPERATIONAL NEEDS FUND99,7010
Program reduction[–99,701]
TOTAL JOINT URGENT OPERATIONAL NEEDS FUND99,701<bold>0</bold>
TOTAL PROCUREMENT106,967,393109,735,699
4102.
Procurement for overseas contingency operations
SEC. 4102. PROCUREMENT FOR OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS(In Thousands of Dollars)
LineItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, ARMY
FIXED WING
003AERIAL COMMON SENSOR (ACS) (MIP)99,50099,500
004MQ–1 UAV16,53716,537
MODIFICATION OF AIRCRAFT
016MQ–1 PAYLOAD (MIP)8,7008,700
023ARL SEMA MODS (MIP)32,00032,000
031RQ–7 UAV MODS8,2508,250
TOTAL AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, ARMY164,987164,987
MISSILE PROCUREMENT, ARMY
AIR-TO-SURFACE MISSILE SYSTEM
003HELLFIRE SYS SUMMARY37,26037,260
TOTAL MISSILE PROCUREMENT, ARMY37,26037,260
PROCUREMENT OF W&TCV, ARMY
WEAPONS & OTHER COMBAT VEHICLES
016MORTAR SYSTEMS7,0307,030
021COMMON REMOTELY OPERATED WEAPONS STATION19,00019,000
TOTAL PROCUREMENT OF W&TCV, ARMY26,03026,030
PROCUREMENT OF AMMUNITION, ARMY
SMALL/MEDIUM CAL AMMUNITION
004CTG, .50 CAL, ALL TYPES4,0004,000
MORTAR AMMUNITION
00860MM MORTAR, ALL TYPES11,70011,700
00981MM MORTAR, ALL TYPES4,0004,000
010120MM MORTAR, ALL TYPES7,0007,000
ARTILLERY AMMUNITION
012ARTILLERY CARTRIDGES, 75MM & 105MM, ALL TYPES5,0005,000
013ARTILLERY PROJECTILE, 155MM, ALL TYPES10,00010,000
015ARTILLERY PROPELLANTS, FUZES AND PRIMERS, ALL2,0002,000
ROCKETS
017ROCKET, HYDRA 70, ALL TYPES136,340136,340
OTHER AMMUNITION
019DEMOLITION MUNITIONS, ALL TYPES4,0004,000
021SIGNALS, ALL TYPES8,0008,000
TOTAL PROCUREMENT OF AMMUNITION, ARMY192,040192,040
OTHER PROCUREMENT, ARMY
TACTICAL VEHICLES
005FAMILY OF MEDIUM TACTICAL VEH (FMTV)243,998243,998
009HVY EXPANDED MOBILE TACTICAL TRUCK EXT SERV223,276223,276
011MODIFICATION OF IN SVC EQUIP130,000130,000
012MINE-RESISTANT AMBUSH-PROTECTED (MRAP) MODS393,100393,100
COMM—SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS
021TRANSPORTABLE TACTICAL COMMAND COMMUNICATIONS5,7245,724
COMM—BASE COMMUNICATIONS
051INSTALLATION INFO INFRASTRUCTURE MOD PROGRAM29,50029,500
ELECT EQUIP—TACT INT REL ACT (TIARA)
057DCGS-A (MIP)54,14054,140
059TROJAN (MIP)6,5426,542
061CI HUMINT AUTO REPRTING AND COLL(CHARCS)3,8603,860
ELECT EQUIP—ELECTRONIC WARFARE (EW)
068FAMILY OF PERSISTENT SURVEILLANCE CAPABILITIE14,84714,847
069COUNTERINTELLIGENCE/SECURITY COUNTERMEASURES19,53519,535
ELECT EQUIP—TACTICAL SURV. (TAC SURV)
084COMPUTER BALLISTICS: LHMBC XM322,6012,601
ELECT EQUIP—TACTICAL C2 SYSTEMS
087FIRE SUPPORT C2 FAMILY4848
094MANEUVER CONTROL SYSTEM (MCS)252252
ELECT EQUIP—AUTOMATION
101AUTOMATED DATA PROCESSING EQUIP652652
CHEMICAL DEFENSIVE EQUIPMENT
111BASE DEFENSE SYSTEMS (BDS)4,0354,035
COMBAT SERVICE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
131FORCE PROVIDER53,80053,800
133CARGO AERIAL DEL & PERSONNEL PARACHUTE SYSTEM700700
MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT
159FAMILY OF FORKLIFTS10,48610,486
OTHER SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
169RAPID EQUIPPING SOLDIER SUPPORT EQUIPMENT8,5008,500
TOTAL OTHER PROCUREMENT, ARMY1,205,5961,205,596
JOINT IMPR EXPLOSIVE DEV DEFEAT FUND
NETWORK ATTACK
001ATTACK THE NETWORK219,550219,550
JIEDDO DEVICE DEFEAT
002DEFEAT THE DEVICE77,60077,600
FORCE TRAINING
003TRAIN THE FORCE7,8507,850
STAFF AND INFRASTRUCTURE
004OPERATIONS188,271137,571
Program Reduction[–50,700]
TOTAL JOINT IMPR EXPLOSIVE DEV DEFEAT FUND493,271442,571
AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, NAVY
OTHER AIRCRAFT
026STUASL0 UAV55,00055,000
MODIFICATION OF AIRCRAFT
030AV–8 SERIES41,36541,365
032F–18 SERIES8,0008,000
037EP–3 SERIES6,3006,300
047SPECIAL PROJECT AIRCRAFT14,19814,198
051COMMON ECM EQUIPMENT72,70072,700
052COMMON AVIONICS CHANGES13,98813,988
059V–22 (TILT/ROTOR ACFT) OSPREY4,9004,900
AIRCRAFT SUPPORT EQUIP & FACILITIES
065AIRCRAFT INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES943943
TOTAL AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, NAVY217,394217,394
WEAPONS PROCUREMENT, NAVY
TACTICAL MISSILES
010LASER MAVERICK3,3443,344
TOTAL WEAPONS PROCUREMENT, NAVY3,3443,344
PROCUREMENT OF AMMO, NAVY & MC
NAVY AMMUNITION
001GENERAL PURPOSE BOMBS9,7159,715
002AIRBORNE ROCKETS, ALL TYPES11,10811,108
003MACHINE GUN AMMUNITION3,6033,603
006AIR EXPENDABLE COUNTERMEASURES11,98211,982
011OTHER SHIP GUN AMMUNITION4,6744,674
012SMALL ARMS & LANDING PARTY AMMO3,4563,456
013PYROTECHNIC AND DEMOLITION1,9891,989
014AMMUNITION LESS THAN $5 MILLION4,6744,674
MARINE CORPS AMMUNITION
020120MM, ALL TYPES10,71910,719
023ROCKETS, ALL TYPES3,9933,993
024ARTILLERY, ALL TYPES67,20067,200
025DEMOLITION MUNITIONS, ALL TYPES518518
026FUZE, ALL TYPES3,2993,299
TOTAL PROCUREMENT OF AMMO, NAVY & MC136,930136,930
OTHER PROCUREMENT, NAVY
CIVIL ENGINEERING SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
135PASSENGER CARRYING VEHICLES186186
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
160ACLASSIFIED PROGRAMS12,00012,000
TOTAL OTHER PROCUREMENT, NAVY12,18612,186
PROCUREMENT, MARINE CORPS
GUIDED MISSILES
010JAVELIN7,6797,679
OTHER SUPPORT
013MODIFICATION KITS10,31110,311
COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEMS
014UNIT OPERATIONS CENTER8,2218,221
OTHER SUPPORT (TEL)
018MODIFICATION KITS3,6003,600
COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM (NON-TEL)
019ITEMS UNDER $5 MILLION (COMM & ELEC)8,6938,693
INTELL/COMM EQUIPMENT (NON-TEL)
027RQ–11 UAV3,4303,430
MATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT
052PHYSICAL SECURITY EQUIPMENT7,0007,000
TOTAL PROCUREMENT, MARINE CORPS48,93448,934
AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE
OTHER AIRCRAFT
015MQ–913,50013,500
OTHER AIRCRAFT
044C–1301,4101,410
056H–6039,30039,300
058HC/MC–130 MODIFICATIONS5,6905,690
061MQ–9 MODS69,00069,000
TOTAL AIRCRAFT PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE128,900128,900
MISSILE PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE
TACTICAL
006PREDATOR HELLFIRE MISSILE280,902280,902
007SMALL DIAMETER BOMB2,5202,520
CLASS IV
010AGM–65D MAVERICK5,7205,720
TOTAL MISSILE PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE289,142289,142
PROCUREMENT OF AMMUNITION, AIR FORCE
CARTRIDGES
002CARTRIDGES8,3718,371
BOMBS
004GENERAL PURPOSE BOMBS17,03117,031
006JOINT DIRECT ATTACK MUNITION184,412184,412
FLARES
012FLARES11,06411,064
FUZES
013FUZES7,9967,996
TOTAL PROCUREMENT OF AMMUNITION, AIR FORCE228,874228,874
OTHER PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE
SPCL COMM-ELECTRONICS PROJECTS
025GENERAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY3,9533,953
027MOBILITY COMMAND AND CONTROL2,0002,000
AIR FORCE COMMUNICATIONS
042USCENTCOM10,00010,000
ORGANIZATION AND BASE
052TACTICAL C-E EQUIPMENT4,0654,065
056BASE COMM INFRASTRUCTURE15,40015,400
PERSONAL SAFETY & RESCUE EQUIP
058NIGHT VISION GOGGLES3,5803,580
059ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION3,4073,407
BASE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
062ENGINEERING AND EOD EQUIPMENT46,79046,790
064MOBILITY EQUIPMENT400400
065ITEMS LESS THAN $5 MILLION9,8009,800
SPECIAL SUPPORT PROJECTS
071DEFENSE SPACE RECONNAISSANCE PROG.28,07028,070
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
071ACLASSIFIED PROGRAMS3,732,4993,732,499
TOTAL OTHER PROCUREMENT, AIR FORCE3,859,9643,859,964
PROCUREMENT, DEFENSE-WIDE
MAJOR EQUIPMENT, DISA
008TELEPORT PROGRAM1,9401,940
CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS
040ACLASSIFIED PROGRAMS35,48235,482
AVIATION PROGRAMS
041MC–125,0005,000
AMMUNITION PROGRAMS
056ORDNANCE ITEMS <$5M35,29935,299
OTHER PROCUREMENT PROGRAMS
061SPECIAL PROGRAMS15,16015,160
063WARRIOR SYSTEMS <$5M15,00015,000
068OPERATIONAL ENHANCEMENTS104,537104,537
TOTAL PROCUREMENT, DEFENSE-WIDE212,418212,418
NATIONAL GUARD AND RESERVE EQUIPMENT
UNDISTRIBUTED
007MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT250,000
NGREA Program Increase[250,000]
TOTAL NATIONAL GUARD AND RESERVE EQUIPMENT250,000
TOTAL PROCUREMENT7,257,2707,456,570
XLII
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION
4201.
Research, development, test, and evaluation
SEC. 4201. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION(In Thousands of Dollars)
LineProgramElementItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, ARMY
BASIC RESEARCH
0010601101AIN-HOUSE LABORATORY INDEPENDENT RESEARCH13,01813,018
0020601102ADEFENSE RESEARCH SCIENCES239,118239,118
0030601103AUNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVES72,60372,603
0040601104AUNIVERSITY AND INDUSTRY RESEARCH CENTERS100,340100,340
SUBTOTAL BASIC RESEARCH425,079425,079
APPLIED RESEARCH
0050602105AMATERIALS TECHNOLOGY28,31428,314
0060602120ASENSORS AND ELECTRONIC SURVIVABILITY38,37438,374
0070602122ATRACTOR HIP6,8796,879
0080602211AAVIATION TECHNOLOGY56,88456,884
0090602270AELECTRONIC WARFARE TECHNOLOGY19,24319,243
0100602303AMISSILE TECHNOLOGY45,05353,053
A2/AD Anti-Ship Missile Study[8,000]
0110602307AADVANCED WEAPONS TECHNOLOGY29,42829,428
0120602308AADVANCED CONCEPTS AND SIMULATION27,86227,862
0130602601ACOMBAT VEHICLE AND AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY68,83968,839
0140602618ABALLISTICS TECHNOLOGY92,80192,801
0150602622ACHEMICAL, SMOKE AND EQUIPMENT DEFEATING TECHNOLOGY3,8663,866
0160602623AJOINT SERVICE SMALL ARMS PROGRAM5,4875,487
0170602624AWEAPONS AND MUNITIONS TECHNOLOGY48,34048,340
0180602705AELECTRONICS AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES55,30155,301
0190602709ANIGHT VISION TECHNOLOGY33,80733,807
0200602712ACOUNTERMINE SYSTEMS25,06825,068
0210602716AHUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY23,68123,681
0220602720AENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY TECHNOLOGY20,85020,850
0230602782ACOMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY36,16036,160
0240602783ACOMPUTER AND SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGY12,65612,656
0250602784AMILITARY ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY63,40963,409
0260602785AMANPOWER/PERSONNEL/TRAINING TECHNOLOGY24,73519,735
Program decrease[–5,000]
0270602786AWARFIGHTER TECHNOLOGY35,79535,795
0280602787AMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY76,85376,853
SUBTOTAL APPLIED RESEARCH879,685882,685
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
0290603001AWARFIGHTER ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY46,97346,973
0300603002AMEDICAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY69,58469,584
0310603003AAVIATION ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY89,73689,736
0320603004AWEAPONS AND MUNITIONS ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY57,66357,663
0330603005ACOMBAT VEHICLE AND AUTOMOTIVE ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY113,071113,071
0340603006ASPACE APPLICATION ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY5,5545,554
0350603007AMANPOWER, PERSONNEL AND TRAINING ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY12,63612,636
0370603009ATRACTOR HIKE7,5027,502
0380603015ANEXT GENERATION TRAINING & SIMULATION SYSTEMS17,42517,425
0390603020ATRACTOR ROSE11,91211,912
0400603125ACOMBATING TERRORISM—TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT27,52027,520
0410603130ATRACTOR NAIL2,3812,381
0420603131ATRACTOR EGGS2,4312,431
0430603270AELECTRONIC WARFARE TECHNOLOGY26,87426,874
0440603313AMISSILE AND ROCKET ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY49,44949,449
0450603322ATRACTOR CAGE10,99910,999
0460603461AHIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING MODERNIZATION PROGRAM177,159177,159
0470603606ALANDMINE WARFARE AND BARRIER ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY13,99313,993
0480603607AJOINT SERVICE SMALL ARMS PROGRAM5,1055,105
0490603710ANIGHT VISION ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY40,92940,929
0500603728AENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY TECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATIONS10,72710,727
0510603734AMILITARY ENGINEERING ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY20,14520,145
0520603772AADVANCED TACTICAL COMPUTER SCIENCE AND SENSOR TECHNOLOGY38,16338,163
0530603794AC3 ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY37,81637,816
SUBTOTAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT895,747895,747
ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT & PROTOTYPES
0540603305AARMY MISSLE DEFENSE SYSTEMS INTEGRATION10,34710,347
0550603308AARMY SPACE SYSTEMS INTEGRATION25,06125,061
0560603619ALANDMINE WARFARE AND BARRIER—ADV DEV49,63649,636
0570603627ASMOKE, OBSCURANT AND TARGET DEFEATING SYS-ADV DEV13,42613,426
0580603639ATANK AND MEDIUM CALIBER AMMUNITION46,74946,749
0600603747ASOLDIER SUPPORT AND SURVIVABILITY6,2586,258
0610603766ATACTICAL ELECTRONIC SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM—ADV DEV13,47213,472
0620603774ANIGHT VISION SYSTEMS ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT7,2927,292
0630603779AENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY TECHNOLOGY—DEM/VAL8,8138,813
0650603790ANATO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT294294
0670603804ALOGISTICS AND ENGINEER EQUIPMENT—ADV DEV21,23321,233
0680603807AMEDICAL SYSTEMS—ADV DEV31,96231,962
0690603827ASOLDIER SYSTEMS—ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT22,19422,194
0710604100AANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES9,8059,805
0720604115ATECHNOLOGY MATURATION INITIATIVES40,91740,917
0730604120AASSURED POSITIONING, NAVIGATION AND TIMING (PNT)30,05830,058
0740604319AINDIRECT FIRE PROTECTION CAPABILITY INCREMENT 2–INTERCEPT (IFPC2)155,361155,361
SUBTOTAL ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT & PROTOTYPES492,878492,878
SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT & DEMONSTRATION
0760604201AAIRCRAFT AVIONICS12,93912,939
0780604270AELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT18,84318,843
0790604280AJOINT TACTICAL RADIO9,8619,861
0800604290AMID-TIER NETWORKING VEHICULAR RADIO (MNVR)8,7638,763
0810604321AALL SOURCE ANALYSIS SYSTEM4,3094,309
0820604328ATRACTOR CAGE15,13815,138
0830604601AINFANTRY SUPPORT WEAPONS74,12880,628
Army requested realignment[1,500]
Soldier Enhancement Program[5,000]
0850604611AJAVELIN3,9453,945
0870604633AAIR TRAFFIC CONTROL10,07610,076
0880604641ATACTICAL UNMANNED GROUND VEHICLE (TUGV)40,37440,374
0890604710ANIGHT VISION SYSTEMS—ENG DEV67,58267,582
0900604713ACOMBAT FEEDING, CLOTHING, AND EQUIPMENT1,7631,763
0910604715ANON-SYSTEM TRAINING DEVICES—ENG DEV27,15527,155
0920604741AAIR DEFENSE COMMAND, CONTROL AND INTELLIGENCE—ENG DEV24,56924,569
0930604742ACONSTRUCTIVE SIMULATION SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT23,36423,364
0940604746AAUTOMATIC TEST EQUIPMENT DEVELOPMENT8,9608,960
0950604760ADISTRIBUTIVE INTERACTIVE SIMULATIONS (DIS)—ENG DEV9,1389,138
0960604780ACOMBINED ARMS TACTICAL TRAINER (CATT) CORE21,62221,622
0970604798ABRIGADE ANALYSIS, INTEGRATION AND EVALUATION99,24299,242
0980604802AWEAPONS AND MUNITIONS—ENG DEV21,37921,379
0990604804ALOGISTICS AND ENGINEER EQUIPMENT—ENG DEV48,33948,339
1000604805ACOMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS—ENG DEV2,7262,726
1010604807AMEDICAL MATERIEL/MEDICAL BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE EQUIPMENT—ENG DEV45,41245,412
1020604808ALANDMINE WARFARE/BARRIER—ENG DEV55,21555,215
1040604818AARMY TACTICAL COMMAND & CONTROL HARDWARE & SOFTWARE163,643163,643
1050604820ARADAR DEVELOPMENT12,30912,309
1060604822AGENERAL FUND ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SYSTEM (GFEBS)15,70015,700
1070604823AFIREFINDER6,2436,243
1080604827ASOLDIER SYSTEMS—WARRIOR DEM/VAL18,77618,776
1090604854AARTILLERY SYSTEMS—EMD1,9531,953
1100605013AINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT67,35867,358
1110605018AINTEGRATED PERSONNEL AND PAY SYSTEM-ARMY (IPPS-A)136,011136,011
1120605028AARMORED MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLE (AMPV)230,210230,210
1130605030AJOINT TACTICAL NETWORK CENTER (JTNC)13,35713,357
1140605031AJOINT TACTICAL NETWORK (JTN)18,05518,055
1150605032ATRACTOR TIRE5,6775,677
1160605035ACOMMON INFRARED COUNTERMEASURES (CIRCM)77,570101,570
Apache Survivability Enhancements—Army Unfunded Requirement[24,000]
1170605051AAIRCRAFT SURVIVABILITY DEVELOPMENT18,11278,112
Apache Survivability Enhancements—Army Unfunded Requirement[60,000]
1180605350AWIN-T INCREMENT 3—FULL NETWORKING39,70039,700
1190605380AAMF JOINT TACTICAL RADIO SYSTEM (JTRS)12,98712,987
1200605450AJOINT AIR-TO-GROUND MISSILE (JAGM)88,86668,866
EMD contract delays[–20,000]
1210605456APAC–3/MSE MISSILE2,2722,272
1220605457AARMY INTEGRATED AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE (AIAMD)214,099214,099
1230605625AMANNED GROUND VEHICLE49,24739,247
Funding ahead of need[–10,000]
1240605626AAERIAL COMMON SENSOR22
1250605766ANATIONAL CAPABILITIES INTEGRATION (MIP)10,59910,599
1260605812AJOINT LIGHT TACTICAL VEHICLE (JLTV) ENGINEERING AND MANUFACTURING DEVELOPMENT PH32,48632,486
1270605830AAVIATION GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT8,8808,880
1280210609APALADIN INTEGRATED MANAGEMENT (PIM)152,288152,288
1290303032ATROJAN—RH125,0225,022
1300304270AELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT12,68612,686
SUBTOTAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT & DEMONSTRATION2,068,9502,129,450
RDT&E MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
1310604256ATHREAT SIMULATOR DEVELOPMENT20,03520,035
1320604258ATARGET SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT16,68416,684
1330604759AMAJOR T&E INVESTMENT62,58062,580
1340605103ARAND ARROYO CENTER20,85320,853
1350605301AARMY KWAJALEIN ATOLL205,145205,145
1360605326ACONCEPTS EXPERIMENTATION PROGRAM19,43019,430
1380605601AARMY TEST RANGES AND FACILITIES277,646277,646
1390605602AARMY TECHNICAL TEST INSTRUMENTATION AND TARGETS51,55051,550
1400605604ASURVIVABILITY/LETHALITY ANALYSIS33,24633,246
1410605606AAIRCRAFT CERTIFICATION4,7604,760
1420605702AMETEOROLOGICAL SUPPORT TO RDT&E ACTIVITIES8,3038,303
1430605706AMATERIEL SYSTEMS ANALYSIS20,40320,403
1440605709AEXPLOITATION OF FOREIGN ITEMS10,39610,396
1450605712ASUPPORT OF OPERATIONAL TESTING49,33749,337
1460605716AARMY EVALUATION CENTER52,69452,694
1470605718AARMY MODELING & SIM X-CMD COLLABORATION & INTEG938938
1480605801APROGRAMWIDE ACTIVITIES60,31960,319
1490605803ATECHNICAL INFORMATION ACTIVITIES28,47828,478
1500605805AMUNITIONS STANDARDIZATION, EFFECTIVENESS AND SAFETY32,60424,604
Program reduction[–8,000]
1510605857AENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY TECHNOLOGY MGMT SUPPORT3,1863,186
1520605898AMANAGEMENT HQ—R&D48,95548,955
SUBTOTAL RDT&E MANAGEMENT SUPPORT1,027,5421,019,542
OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT
1540603778AMLRS PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM18,39718,397
1550603813ATRACTOR PULL9,4619,461
1560607131AWEAPONS AND MUNITIONS PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS4,9454,945
1570607133ATRACTOR SMOKE7,5697,569
1580607135AAPACHE PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM69,86269,862
1590607136ABLACKHAWK PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM66,65366,653
1600607137ACHINOOK PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM37,40737,407
1610607138AFIXED WING PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM1,1511,151
1620607139AIMPROVED TURBINE ENGINE PROGRAM51,16451,164
1630607140AEMERGING TECHNOLOGIES FROM NIE2,4812,481
1640607141ALOGISTICS AUTOMATION1,6731,673
1660607665AFAMILY OF BIOMETRICS13,23713,237
1670607865APATRIOT PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT105,816105,816
1690202429AAEROSTAT JOINT PROJECT—COCOM EXERCISE40,56540,565
1710203728AJOINT AUTOMATED DEEP OPERATION COORDINATION SYSTEM (JADOCS)35,71935,719
1720203735ACOMBAT VEHICLE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS257,167292,167
Stryker Lethality Upgrades[35,000]
1730203740AMANEUVER CONTROL SYSTEM15,44515,445
1750203752AAIRCRAFT ENGINE COMPONENT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM364364
1760203758ADIGITIZATION4,3614,361
1770203801AMISSILE/AIR DEFENSE PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM3,1543,154
1780203802AOTHER MISSILE PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS35,95135,951
1790203808ATRACTOR CARD34,68634,686
1800205402AINTEGRATED BASE DEFENSE—OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEV10,75010,750
1810205410AMATERIALS HANDLING EQUIPMENT402402
1830205456ALOWER TIER AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE (AMD) SYSTEM64,15964,159
1840205778AGUIDED MULTIPLE-LAUNCH ROCKET SYSTEM (GMLRS)17,52717,527
1850208053AJOINT TACTICAL GROUND SYSTEM20,51520,515
1870303028ASECURITY AND INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES12,36812,368
1880303140AINFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROGRAM31,15431,154
1890303141AGLOBAL COMBAT SUPPORT SYSTEM12,27412,274
1900303142ASATCOM GROUND ENVIRONMENT (SPACE)9,3559,355
1910303150AWWMCCS/GLOBAL COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM7,0537,053
1930305179AINTEGRATED BROADCAST SERVICE (IBS)750750
1940305204ATACTICAL UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES13,22513,225
1950305206AAIRBORNE RECONNAISSANCE SYSTEMS22,87022,870
1960305208ADISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE SYSTEMS25,59225,592
1990305233ARQ–7 UAV7,2977,297
2010310349AWIN-T INCREMENT 2—INITIAL NETWORKING3,8003,800
2020708045AEND ITEM INDUSTRIAL PREPAREDNESS ACTIVITIES48,44248,442
202A9999999999CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS4,5364,536
SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT1,129,2971,164,297
TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, ARMY6,919,1787,009,678
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, NAVY
BASIC RESEARCH
0010601103NUNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVES116,196134,196
Defense University Research Instumentation Program increase[18,000]
0020601152NIN-HOUSE LABORATORY INDEPENDENT RESEARCH19,12619,126
0030601153NDEFENSE RESEARCH SCIENCES451,606451,606
SUBTOTAL BASIC RESEARCH586,928604,928
APPLIED RESEARCH
0040602114NPOWER PROJECTION APPLIED RESEARCH68,72368,723
0050602123NFORCE PROTECTION APPLIED RESEARCH154,963154,963
0060602131MMARINE CORPS LANDING FORCE TECHNOLOGY49,00149,001
0070602235NCOMMON PICTURE APPLIED RESEARCH42,55142,551
0080602236NWARFIGHTER SUSTAINMENT APPLIED RESEARCH45,05645,056
0090602271NELECTROMAGNETIC SYSTEMS APPLIED RESEARCH115,051115,051
0100602435NOCEAN WARFIGHTING ENVIRONMENT APPLIED RESEARCH42,25262,252
Service Life Extension for the AGOR Ship[20,000]
0110602651MJOINT NON-LETHAL WEAPONS APPLIED RESEARCH6,1196,119
0120602747NUNDERSEA WARFARE APPLIED RESEARCH123,750123,750
0130602750NFUTURE NAVAL CAPABILITIES APPLIED RESEARCH179,686179,686
0140602782NMINE AND EXPEDITIONARY WARFARE APPLIED RESEARCH37,41837,418
SUBTOTAL APPLIED RESEARCH864,570884,570
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
0150603114NPOWER PROJECTION ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY37,09337,093
0160603123NFORCE PROTECTION ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY38,04438,044
0170603271NELECTROMAGNETIC SYSTEMS ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY34,89934,899
0180603640MUSMC ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATION (ATD)137,562137,562
0190603651MJOINT NON-LETHAL WEAPONS TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT12,74512,745
0200603673NFUTURE NAVAL CAPABILITIES ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT258,860248,860
Program decrease[–10,000]
0210603680NMANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM57,07457,074
0220603729NWARFIGHTER PROTECTION ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY4,8074,807
0230603747NUNDERSEA WARFARE ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY13,74813,748
0240603758NNAVY WARFIGHTING EXPERIMENTS AND DEMONSTRATIONS66,04166,041
0250603782NMINE AND EXPEDITIONARY WARFARE ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY1,9911,991
SUBTOTAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT662,864652,864
ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT & PROTOTYPES
0260603207NAIR/OCEAN TACTICAL APPLICATIONS41,83241,832
0270603216NAVIATION SURVIVABILITY5,4045,404
0280603237NDEPLOYABLE JOINT COMMAND AND CONTROL3,0863,086
0290603251NAIRCRAFT SYSTEMS11,64311,643
0300603254NASW SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT5,5555,555
0310603261NTACTICAL AIRBORNE RECONNAISSANCE3,0873,087
0320603382NADVANCED COMBAT SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY1,6361,636
0330603502NSURFACE AND SHALLOW WATER MINE COUNTERMEASURES118,588118,588
0340603506NSURFACE SHIP TORPEDO DEFENSE77,38577,385
0350603512NCARRIER SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT8,3488,348
0360603525NPILOT FISH123,246123,246
0370603527NRETRACT LARCH28,81928,819
0380603536NRETRACT JUNIPER112,678112,678
0390603542NRADIOLOGICAL CONTROL710710
0400603553NSURFACE ASW1,0961,096
0410603561NADVANCED SUBMARINE SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT87,160135,160
Program increase[48,000]
0420603562NSUBMARINE TACTICAL WARFARE SYSTEMS10,37110,371
0430603563NSHIP CONCEPT ADVANCED DESIGN11,88811,888
0440603564NSHIP PRELIMINARY DESIGN & FEASIBILITY STUDIES4,3324,332
0450603570NADVANCED NUCLEAR POWER SYSTEMS482,04062,740
Transfer to National Sea-Based Deterrance Fund[–419,300]
0460603573NADVANCED SURFACE MACHINERY SYSTEMS25,90425,904
0470603576NCHALK EAGLE511,802511,802
0480603581NLITTORAL COMBAT SHIP (LCS)118,416118,416
0490603582NCOMBAT SYSTEM INTEGRATION35,90135,901
0500603595NOHIO REPLACEMENT971,3930
Transfer to National Sea-Based Deterrance Fund-OR Development[–971,393]
0510603596NLCS MISSION MODULES206,149206,149
0520603597NAUTOMATED TEST AND RE-TEST (ATRT)8,0008,000
0530603609NCONVENTIONAL MUNITIONS7,6787,678
0540603611MMARINE CORPS ASSAULT VEHICLES219,082219,082
0550603635MMARINE CORPS GROUND COMBAT/SUPPORT SYSTEM623623
0560603654NJOINT SERVICE EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DEVELOPMENT18,26018,260
0570603658NCOOPERATIVE ENGAGEMENT76,24776,247
0580603713NOCEAN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT4,5204,520
0590603721NENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION20,71120,711
0600603724NNAVY ENERGY PROGRAM47,76147,761
0610603725NFACILITIES IMPROVEMENT5,2265,226
0620603734NCHALK CORAL182,771182,771
0630603739NNAVY LOGISTIC PRODUCTIVITY3,8663,866
0640603746NRETRACT MAPLE360,065360,065
0650603748NLINK PLUMERIA237,416237,416
0660603751NRETRACT ELM37,94437,944
0670603764NLINK EVERGREEN47,31247,312
0680603787NSPECIAL PROCESSES17,40817,408
0690603790NNATO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT9,3599,359
0700603795NLAND ATTACK TECHNOLOGY88710,887
5–Inch Guided Projectile Technology[10,000]
0710603851MJOINT NON-LETHAL WEAPONS TESTING29,44829,448
0720603860NJOINT PRECISION APPROACH AND LANDING SYSTEMS—DEM/VAL91,47991,479
0730603925NDIRECTED ENERGY AND ELECTRIC WEAPON SYSTEMS67,36067,360
0740604112NGERALD R. FORD CLASS NUCLEAR AIRCRAFT CARRIER (CVN 78—80)48,10548,105
0750604122NREMOTE MINEHUNTING SYSTEM (RMS)20,08920,089
0760604272NTACTICAL AIR DIRECTIONAL INFRARED COUNTERMEASURES (TADIRCM)18,96918,969
0770604279NASE SELF-PROTECTION OPTIMIZATION7,8747,874
0780604292NMH-XX5,2985,298
0790604454NLX (R)46,48675,486
LX(R) Acceleration[29,000]
0800604653NJOINT COUNTER RADIO CONTROLLED IED ELECTRONIC WARFARE (JCREW)3,8173,817
0810604659NPRECISION STRIKE WEAPONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM9,5959,595
0820604707NSPACE AND ELECTRONIC WARFARE (SEW) ARCHITECTURE/ENGINEERING SUPPORT29,58129,581
0830604786NOFFENSIVE ANTI-SURFACE WARFARE WEAPON DEVELOPMENT285,849285,849
0840605812MJOINT LIGHT TACTICAL VEHICLE (JLTV) ENGINEERING AND MANUFACTURING DEVELOPMENT PH36,65636,656
0850303354NASW SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT—MIP9,8359,835
0860304270NELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT—MIP580580
SUBTOTAL ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT & PROTOTYPES5,024,6263,720,933
SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT & DEMONSTRATION
0870603208NTRAINING SYSTEM AIRCRAFT21,70821,708
0880604212NOTHER HELO DEVELOPMENT11,10111,101
0890604214NAV–8B AIRCRAFT—ENG DEV39,87839,878
0900604215NSTANDARDS DEVELOPMENT53,05953,059
0910604216NMULTI-MISSION HELICOPTER UPGRADE DEVELOPMENT21,35821,358
0920604218NAIR/OCEAN EQUIPMENT ENGINEERING4,5154,515
0930604221NP–3 MODERNIZATION PROGRAM1,5141,514
0940604230NWARFARE SUPPORT SYSTEM5,8755,875
0950604231NTACTICAL COMMAND SYSTEM81,55381,553
0960604234NADVANCED HAWKEYE272,149272,149
0970604245NH–1 UPGRADES27,23552,235
UH–1Y/AH–1Z Readiness Improvement Unfunded Requirement[25,000]
0980604261NACOUSTIC SEARCH SENSORS35,76335,763
0990604262NV–22A87,91887,918
1000604264NAIR CREW SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT12,67912,679
1010604269NEA–1856,92156,921
1020604270NELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT23,68523,685
1030604273NEXECUTIVE HELO DEVELOPMENT507,093507,093
1040604274NNEXT GENERATION JAMMER (NGJ)411,767411,767
1050604280NJOINT TACTICAL RADIO SYSTEM—NAVY (JTRS-NAVY)25,07125,071
1060604307NSURFACE COMBATANT COMBAT SYSTEM ENGINEERING443,433443,433
1070604311NLPD–17 CLASS SYSTEMS INTEGRATION747747
1080604329NSMALL DIAMETER BOMB (SDB)97,00297,002
1090604366NSTANDARD MISSILE IMPROVEMENTS129,649129,649
1100604373NAIRBORNE MCM11,64711,647
1110604376MMARINE AIR GROUND TASK FORCE (MAGTF) ELECTRONIC WARFARE (EW) FOR AVIATION2,7782,778
1120604378NNAVAL INTEGRATED FIRE CONTROL—COUNTER AIR SYSTEMS ENGINEERING23,69523,695
1130604404NUNMANNED CARRIER LAUNCHED AIRBORNE SURVEILLANCE AND STRIKE (UCLASS) SYSTEM134,708134,708
1140604501NADVANCED ABOVE WATER SENSORS43,91443,914
1150604503NSSN–688 AND TRIDENT MODERNIZATION109,908109,908
1160604504NAIR CONTROL57,92857,928
1170604512NSHIPBOARD AVIATION SYSTEMS120,217120,217
1180604522NAIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE RADAR (AMDR) SYSTEM241,754241,754
1190604558NNEW DESIGN SSN122,556122,556
1200604562NSUBMARINE TACTICAL WARFARE SYSTEM48,21360,213
Program increase[12,000]
1210604567NSHIP CONTRACT DESIGN/ LIVE FIRE T&E49,71249,712
1220604574NNAVY TACTICAL COMPUTER RESOURCES4,0964,096
1230604580NVIRGINIA PAYLOAD MODULE (VPM)167,719167,719
1240604601NMINE DEVELOPMENT15,12215,122
1250604610NLIGHTWEIGHT TORPEDO DEVELOPMENT33,73833,738
1260604654NJOINT SERVICE EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DEVELOPMENT8,1238,123
1270604703NPERSONNEL, TRAINING, SIMULATION, AND HUMAN FACTORS7,6867,686
1280604727NJOINT STANDOFF WEAPON SYSTEMS405405
1290604755NSHIP SELF DEFENSE (DETECT & CONTROL)153,836153,836
1300604756NSHIP SELF DEFENSE (ENGAGE: HARD KILL)99,61999,619
1310604757NSHIP SELF DEFENSE (ENGAGE: SOFT KILL/EW)116,798116,798
1320604761NINTELLIGENCE ENGINEERING4,3534,353
1330604771NMEDICAL DEVELOPMENT9,4439,443
1340604777NNAVIGATION/ID SYSTEM32,46932,469
1350604800MJOINT STRIKE FIGHTER (JSF)—EMD537,901537,901
1360604800NJOINT STRIKE FIGHTER (JSF)—EMD504,736504,736
1370604810MJOINT STRIKE FIGHTER FOLLOW ON DEVELOPMENT—MARINE CORPS59,26546,765
Program delay[–12,500]
1380604810NJOINT STRIKE FIGHTER FOLLOW ON DEVELOPMENT—NAVY47,57935,079
Program delay[–12,500]
1390605013MINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT5,9145,914
1400605013NINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT89,71189,711
1410605212NCH–53K RDTE632,092632,092
1420605220NSHIP TO SHORE CONNECTOR (SSC)7,7787,778
1430605450NJOINT AIR-TO-GROUND MISSILE (JAGM)25,89825,898
1440605500NMULTI-MISSION MARITIME AIRCRAFT (MMA)247,929247,929
1450204202NDDG–1000103,199103,199
1460304231NTACTICAL COMMAND SYSTEM—MIP998998
1470304785NTACTICAL CRYPTOLOGIC SYSTEMS17,78517,785
1480305124NSPECIAL APPLICATIONS PROGRAM35,90535,905
SUBTOTAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT & DEMONSTRATION6,308,8006,320,800
MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
1490604256NTHREAT SIMULATOR DEVELOPMENT30,76930,769
1500604258NTARGET SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT112,606112,606
1510604759NMAJOR T&E INVESTMENT61,23461,234
1520605126NJOINT THEATER AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE ORGANIZATION6,9956,995
1530605152NSTUDIES AND ANALYSIS SUPPORT—NAVY4,0114,011
1540605154NCENTER FOR NAVAL ANALYSES48,56348,563
1550605285NNEXT GENERATION FIGHTER5,0005,000
1570605804NTECHNICAL INFORMATION SERVICES925925
1580605853NMANAGEMENT, TECHNICAL & INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT78,14378,143
1590605856NSTRATEGIC TECHNICAL SUPPORT3,2583,258
1600605861NRDT&E SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT76,94876,948
1610605863NRDT&E SHIP AND AIRCRAFT SUPPORT132,122132,122
1620605864NTEST AND EVALUATION SUPPORT351,912351,912
1630605865NOPERATIONAL TEST AND EVALUATION CAPABILITY17,98517,985
1640605866NNAVY SPACE AND ELECTRONIC WARFARE (SEW) SUPPORT5,3165,316
1650605867NSEW SURVEILLANCE/RECONNAISSANCE SUPPORT6,5196,519
1660605873MMARINE CORPS PROGRAM WIDE SUPPORT13,64913,649
SUBTOTAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT955,955955,955
OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT
1740101221NSTRATEGIC SUB & WEAPONS SYSTEM SUPPORT107,039107,039
1750101224NSSBN SECURITY TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM46,50646,506
1760101226NSUBMARINE ACOUSTIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT3,9003,900
1770101402NNAVY STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS16,56916,569
1780203761NRAPID TECHNOLOGY TRANSITION (RTT)18,63218,632
1790204136NF/A–18 SQUADRONS133,265133,265
1810204163NFLEET TELECOMMUNICATIONS (TACTICAL)62,86762,867
1820204228NSURFACE SUPPORT36,04536,045
1830204229NTOMAHAWK AND TOMAHAWK MISSION PLANNING CENTER (TMPC)25,22825,228
1840204311NINTEGRATED SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM54,21854,218
1850204413NAMPHIBIOUS TACTICAL SUPPORT UNITS (DISPLACEMENT CRAFT)11,33511,335
1860204460MGROUND/AIR TASK ORIENTED RADAR (G/ATOR)80,12980,129
1870204571NCONSOLIDATED TRAINING SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT39,08754,087
Anti-Submarine Warfare Underwater Range Instrumentation Upgrade[15,000]
1880204574NCRYPTOLOGIC DIRECT SUPPORT1,9151,915
1890204575NELECTRONIC WARFARE (EW) READINESS SUPPORT46,60946,609
1900205601NHARM IMPROVEMENT52,70852,708
1910205604NTACTICAL DATA LINKS149,997149,997
1920205620NSURFACE ASW COMBAT SYSTEM INTEGRATION24,46024,460
1930205632NMK–48 ADCAP42,20642,206
1940205633NAVIATION IMPROVEMENTS117,759117,759
1950205675NOPERATIONAL NUCLEAR POWER SYSTEMS101,323101,323
1960206313MMARINE CORPS COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS67,76367,763
1970206335MCOMMON AVIATION COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM (CAC2S)13,43113,431
1980206623MMARINE CORPS GROUND COMBAT/SUPPORTING ARMS SYSTEMS56,76956,769
1990206624MMARINE CORPS COMBAT SERVICES SUPPORT20,72920,729
2000206625MUSMC INTELLIGENCE/ELECTRONIC WARFARE SYSTEMS (MIP)13,15213,152
2010206629MAMPHIBIOUS ASSAULT VEHICLE48,53548,535
2020207161NTACTICAL AIM MISSILES76,01676,016
2030207163NADVANCED MEDIUM RANGE AIR-TO-AIR MISSILE (AMRAAM)32,17232,172
2080303109NSATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS (SPACE)53,23953,239
2090303138NCONSOLIDATED AFLOAT NETWORK ENTERPRISE SERVICES (CANES)21,67721,677
2100303140NINFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROGRAM28,10228,102
2110303150MWWMCCS/GLOBAL COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM294294
2130305160NNAVY METEOROLOGICAL AND OCEAN SENSORS-SPACE (METOC)599599
2140305192NMILITARY INTELLIGENCE PROGRAM (MIP) ACTIVITIES6,2076,207
2150305204NTACTICAL UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES8,5508,550
2160305205NUAS INTEGRATION AND INTEROPERABILITY41,83141,831
2170305208MDISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE SYSTEMS1,1051,105
2180305208NDISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE SYSTEMS33,14933,149
2190305220NRQ–4 UAV227,188227,188
2200305231NMQ–8 UAV52,77052,770
2210305232MRQ–11 UAV635635
2220305233NRQ–7 UAV688688
2230305234NSMALL (LEVEL 0) TACTICAL UAS (STUASL0)4,6474,647
2240305239MRQ–21A6,4356,435
2250305241NMULTI-INTELLIGENCE SENSOR DEVELOPMENT49,14549,145
2260305242MUNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS (UAS) PAYLOADS (MIP)9,2469,246
2270305421NRQ–4 MODERNIZATION150,854150,854
2280308601NMODELING AND SIMULATION SUPPORT4,7574,757
2290702207NDEPOT MAINTENANCE (NON-IF)24,18524,185
2310708730NMARITIME TECHNOLOGY (MARITECH)4,3214,321
231A9999999999CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS1,252,1851,252,185
SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT3,482,1733,497,173
TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, NAVY17,885,91616,637,223
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, AF
BASIC RESEARCH
0010601102FDEFENSE RESEARCH SCIENCES329,721329,721
0020601103FUNIVERSITY RESEARCH INITIATIVES141,754141,754
0030601108FHIGH ENERGY LASER RESEARCH INITIATIVES13,77813,778
SUBTOTAL BASIC RESEARCH485,253485,253
APPLIED RESEARCH
0040602102FMATERIALS125,234125,234
0050602201FAEROSPACE VEHICLE TECHNOLOGIES123,438123,438
0060602202FHUMAN EFFECTIVENESS APPLIED RESEARCH100,53090,530
Program decrease[–10,000]
0070602203FAEROSPACE PROPULSION182,326177,326
Program decrease[–5,000]
0080602204FAEROSPACE SENSORS147,291147,291
0090602601FSPACE TECHNOLOGY116,122116,122
0100602602FCONVENTIONAL MUNITIONS99,85199,851
0110602605FDIRECTED ENERGY TECHNOLOGY115,604115,604
0120602788FDOMINANT INFORMATION SCIENCES AND METHODS164,909164,909
0130602890FHIGH ENERGY LASER RESEARCH42,03742,037
SUBTOTAL APPLIED RESEARCH1,217,3421,202,342
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
0140603112FADVANCED MATERIALS FOR WEAPON SYSTEMS37,66547,665
Metals Affordability Initiative[10,000]
0150603199FSUSTAINMENT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (S&T)18,37818,378
0160603203FADVANCED AEROSPACE SENSORS42,18342,183
0170603211FAEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY DEV/DEMO100,733100,733
0180603216FAEROSPACE PROPULSION AND POWER TECHNOLOGY168,821168,821
0190603270FELECTRONIC COMBAT TECHNOLOGY47,03247,032
0200603401FADVANCED SPACECRAFT TECHNOLOGY54,89754,897
0210603444FMAUI SPACE SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM (MSSS)12,85312,853
0220603456FHUMAN EFFECTIVENESS ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT25,44825,448
0230603601FCONVENTIONAL WEAPONS TECHNOLOGY48,53648,536
0240603605FADVANCED WEAPONS TECHNOLOGY30,19530,195
0250603680FMANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM42,63052,630
Maturation of advanced manufacturing for low-cost sustainment[10,000]
0260603788FBATTLESPACE KNOWLEDGE DEVELOPMENT AND DEMONSTRATION46,41446,414
SUBTOTAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT675,785695,785
ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT & PROTOTYPES
0270603260FINTELLIGENCE ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT5,0325,032
0290603438FSPACE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY4,0704,070
0300603742FCOMBAT IDENTIFICATION TECHNOLOGY21,79021,790
0310603790FNATO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT4,7364,736
0330603830FSPACE SECURITY AND DEFENSE PROGRAM30,77130,771
0340603851FINTERCONTINENTAL BALLISTIC MISSILE—DEM/VAL39,76539,765
0360604015FLONG RANGE STRIKE1,246,228786,228
Program decrease[–460,000]
0370604317FTECHNOLOGY TRANSFER3,51213,512
Technology transfer program increase[10,000]
0380604327FHARD AND DEEPLY BURIED TARGET DEFEAT SYSTEM (HDBTDS) PROGRAM54,63754,637
0400604422FWEATHER SYSTEM FOLLOW-ON76,10856,108
Unjustified increase and analysis of alternatives[–20,000]
0440604857FOPERATIONALLY RESPONSIVE SPACE6,45720,457
SSA, Weather, or Launch Activities[14,000]
0450604858FTECH TRANSITION PROGRAM246,514246,514
0460605230FGROUND BASED STRATEGIC DETERRENT75,16675,166
0490207110FNEXT GENERATION AIR DOMINANCE8,8303,930
Program reduction[–4,900]
0500207455FTHREE DIMENSIONAL LONG-RANGE RADAR (3DELRR)14,93914,939
0510305164FNAVSTAR GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (USER EQUIPMENT) (SPACE)142,288142,288
0520306250FCYBER OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT81,73281,732
SUBTOTAL ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT & PROTOTYPES2,062,5751,601,675
SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT & DEMONSTRATION
0550604270FELECTRONIC WARFARE DEVELOPMENT929929
0560604281FTACTICAL DATA NETWORKS ENTERPRISE60,25660,256
0570604287FPHYSICAL SECURITY EQUIPMENT5,9735,973
0580604329FSMALL DIAMETER BOMB (SDB)—EMD32,62432,624
0590604421FCOUNTERSPACE SYSTEMS24,20824,208
0600604425FSPACE SITUATION AWARENESS SYSTEMS32,37432,374
0610604426FSPACE FENCE243,909243,909
0620604429FAIRBORNE ELECTRONIC ATTACK8,3588,358
0630604441FSPACE BASED INFRARED SYSTEM (SBIRS) HIGH EMD292,235302,235
Exploitation of SBIRS[10,000]
0640604602FARMAMENT/ORDNANCE DEVELOPMENT40,15440,154
0650604604FSUBMUNITIONS2,5062,506
0660604617FAGILE COMBAT SUPPORT57,67857,678
0670604706FLIFE SUPPORT SYSTEMS8,1878,187
0680604735FCOMBAT TRAINING RANGES15,79515,795
0690604800FF–35—EMD589,441589,441
0710604853FEVOLVED EXPENDABLE LAUNCH VEHICLE PROGRAM (SPACE)—EMD84,438184,438
EELV Program—Launch Vehicle Development[–84,438]
EELV Program—Rocket Propulsion System Development[184,438]
0720604932FLONG RANGE STANDOFF WEAPON36,64336,643
0730604933FICBM FUZE MODERNIZATION142,551142,551
0740605213FF–22 MODERNIZATION INCREMENT 3.2B140,640140,640
0750605214FGROUND ATTACK WEAPONS FUZE DEVELOPMENT3,5983,598
0760605221FKC–46602,364402,364
Program decrease[–200,000]
0770605223FADVANCED PILOT TRAINING11,39511,395
0780605229FCSAR HH–60 RECAPITALIZATION156,085156,085
0800605431FADVANCED EHF MILSATCOM (SPACE)228,230228,230
0810605432FPOLAR MILSATCOM (SPACE)72,08472,084
0820605433FWIDEBAND GLOBAL SATCOM (SPACE)56,34352,343
Excess to need[–4,000]
0830605458FAIR & SPACE OPS CENTER 10.2 RDT&E47,62947,629
0840605931FB–2 DEFENSIVE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM271,961271,961
0850101125FNUCLEAR WEAPONS MODERNIZATION212,121212,121
0860207171FF–15 EPAWSS186,481186,481
0870207701FFULL COMBAT MISSION TRAINING18,08218,082
0880305176FCOMBAT SURVIVOR EVADER LOCATOR993993
0890307581FNEXTGEN JSTARS44,34344,343
0910401319FPRESIDENTIAL AIRCRAFT REPLACEMENT (PAR)102,620102,620
0920701212FAUTOMATED TEST SYSTEMS14,56314,563
SUBTOTAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT & DEMONSTRATION3,847,7913,753,791
MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
0930604256FTHREAT SIMULATOR DEVELOPMENT23,84423,844
0940604759FMAJOR T&E INVESTMENT68,30273,302
Airborne Sensor Data Correlation Project[5,000]
0950605101FRAND PROJECT AIR FORCE34,91834,918
0970605712FINITIAL OPERATIONAL TEST & EVALUATION10,47610,476
0980605807FTEST AND EVALUATION SUPPORT673,908673,908
0990605860FROCKET SYSTEMS LAUNCH PROGRAM (SPACE)21,85821,858
1000605864FSPACE TEST PROGRAM (STP)28,22828,228
1010605976FFACILITIES RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION—TEST AND EVALUATION SUPPORT40,51840,518
1020605978FFACILITIES SUSTAINMENT—TEST AND EVALUATION SUPPORT27,89527,895
1030606017FREQUIREMENTS ANALYSIS AND MATURATION16,50716,507
1040606116FSPACE TEST AND TRAINING RANGE DEVELOPMENT18,99718,997
1060606392FSPACE AND MISSILE CENTER (SMC) CIVILIAN WORKFORCE185,305185,305
1070308602FENTEPRISE INFORMATION SERVICES (EIS)4,8414,841
1080702806FACQUISITION AND MANAGEMENT SUPPORT15,35715,357
1090804731FGENERAL SKILL TRAINING1,3151,315
1111001004FINTERNATIONAL ACTIVITIES2,3152,315
SUBTOTAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT1,174,5841,179,584
OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT
1120603423FGLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM III—OPERATIONAL CONTROL SEGMENT350,232350,232
1130604233FSPECIALIZED UNDERGRADUATE FLIGHT TRAINING10,46510,465
1140604445FWIDE AREA SURVEILLANCE24,57724,577
1170605018FAF INTEGRATED PERSONNEL AND PAY SYSTEM (AF-IPPS)69,69469,694
1180605024FANTI-TAMPER TECHNOLOGY EXECUTIVE AGENCY26,71826,718
1190605278FHC/MC–130 RECAP RDT&E10,80710,807
1210101113FB–52 SQUADRONS74,52074,520
1220101122FAIR-LAUNCHED CRUISE MISSILE (ALCM)451451
1230101126FB–1B SQUADRONS2,2452,245
1240101127FB–2 SQUADRONS108,183108,183
1250101213FMINUTEMAN SQUADRONS178,929178,929
1260101313FSTRAT WAR PLANNING SYSTEM—USSTRATCOM28,48128,481
1270101314FNIGHT FIST—USSTRATCOM8787
1280101316FWORLDWIDE JOINT STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS5,3155,315
1310105921FSERVICE SUPPORT TO STRATCOM—SPACE ACTIVITIES8,0908,090
1320205219FMQ–9 UAV123,439123,439
1340207131FA–10 SQUADRONS16,200
A–10 restoration: operational flight program development[16,200]
1350207133FF–16 SQUADRONS148,297188,297
AESA Radar Integration[50,000]
Unobligated balances[–10,000]
1360207134FF–15E SQUADRONS179,283169,283
Duplicative effort with the Navy[–10,000]
1370207136FMANNED DESTRUCTIVE SUPPRESSION14,86014,860
1380207138FF–22A SQUADRONS262,552262,552
1390207142FF–35 SQUADRONS115,39590,395
Program delay[–25,000]
1400207161FTACTICAL AIM MISSILES43,36043,360
1410207163FADVANCED MEDIUM RANGE AIR-TO-AIR MISSILE (AMRAAM)46,16046,160
1430207224FCOMBAT RESCUE AND RECOVERY412412
1440207227FCOMBAT RESCUE—PARARESCUE657657
1450207247FAF TENCAP31,42831,428
1460207249FPRECISION ATTACK SYSTEMS PROCUREMENT1,1051,105
1470207253FCOMPASS CALL14,24914,249
1480207268FAIRCRAFT ENGINE COMPONENT IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM103,942103,942
1490207325FJOINT AIR-TO-SURFACE STANDOFF MISSILE (JASSM)12,79312,793
1500207410FAIR & SPACE OPERATIONS CENTER (AOC)21,19321,193
1510207412FCONTROL AND REPORTING CENTER (CRC)559559
1520207417FAIRBORNE WARNING AND CONTROL SYSTEM (AWACS)161,812161,812
1530207418FTACTICAL AIRBORNE CONTROL SYSTEMS6,0016,001
1550207431FCOMBAT AIR INTELLIGENCE SYSTEM ACTIVITIES7,7937,793
1560207444FTACTICAL AIR CONTROL PARTY-MOD12,46512,465
1570207448FC2ISR TACTICAL DATA LINK1,6811,681
1590207452FDCAPES16,79616,796
1610207590FSEEK EAGLE21,56421,564
1620207601FUSAF MODELING AND SIMULATION24,99424,994
1630207605FWARGAMING AND SIMULATION CENTERS6,0356,035
1640207697FDISTRIBUTED TRAINING AND EXERCISES4,3584,358
1650208006FMISSION PLANNING SYSTEMS55,83555,835
1670208087FAF OFFENSIVE CYBERSPACE OPERATIONS12,87412,874
1680208088FAF DEFENSIVE CYBERSPACE OPERATIONS7,6817,681
1710301017FGLOBAL SENSOR INTEGRATED ON NETWORK (GSIN)5,9745,974
1770301400FSPACE SUPERIORITY INTELLIGENCE13,81513,815
1780302015FE–4B NATIONAL AIRBORNE OPERATIONS CENTER (NAOC)80,36080,360
1790303001FFAMILY OF ADVANCED BLOS TERMINALS (FAB-T)3,9073,907
1800303131FMINIMUM ESSENTIAL EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK (MEECN)75,06275,062
1810303140FINFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROGRAM46,59946,599
1830303142FGLOBAL FORCE MANAGEMENT—DATA INITIATIVE2,4702,470
1860304260FAIRBORNE SIGINT ENTERPRISE112,775112,775
1890305099FGLOBAL AIR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT (GATM)4,2354,235
1920305110FSATELLITE CONTROL NETWORK (SPACE)7,8795,879
Unjustified increase in systems engineering[–2,000]
1930305111FWEATHER SERVICE29,95529,955
1940305114FAIR TRAFFIC CONTROL, APPROACH, AND LANDING SYSTEM (ATCALS)21,48521,485
1950305116FAERIAL TARGETS2,5152,515
1980305128FSECURITY AND INVESTIGATIVE ACTIVITIES472472
1990305145FARMS CONTROL IMPLEMENTATION12,13712,137
2000305146FDEFENSE JOINT COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES361361
2030305173FSPACE AND MISSILE TEST AND EVALUATION CENTER3,1623,162
2040305174FSPACE INNOVATION, INTEGRATION AND RAPID TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT1,5431,543
2050305179FINTEGRATED BROADCAST SERVICE (IBS)7,8607,860
2060305182FSPACELIFT RANGE SYSTEM (SPACE)6,9026,902
2070305202FDRAGON U–234,47134,471
2090305206FAIRBORNE RECONNAISSANCE SYSTEMS50,15460,154
Wide Area Surveillance Capability[10,000]
2100305207FMANNED RECONNAISSANCE SYSTEMS13,24513,245
2110305208FDISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE SYSTEMS22,78422,784
2120305219FMQ–1 PREDATOR A UAV716716
2130305220FRQ–4 UAV208,053208,053
2140305221FNETWORK-CENTRIC COLLABORATIVE TARGETING21,58721,587
2150305236FCOMMON DATA LINK EXECUTIVE AGENT (CDL EA)43,98643,986
2160305238FNATO AGS197,486197,486
2170305240FSUPPORT TO DCGS ENTERPRISE28,43428,434
2180305265FGPS III SPACE SEGMENT180,902180,902
2200305614FJSPOC MISSION SYSTEM81,91181,911
2210305881FRAPID CYBER ACQUISITION3,1493,149
2220305913FNUDET DETECTION SYSTEM (SPACE)14,44714,447
2230305940FSPACE SITUATION AWARENESS OPERATIONS20,07720,077
2250308699FSHARED EARLY WARNING (SEW)853853
2260401115FC–130 AIRLIFT SQUADRON33,96233,962
2270401119FC–5 AIRLIFT SQUADRONS (IF)42,86442,864
2280401130FC–17 AIRCRAFT (IF)54,80754,807
2290401132FC–130J PROGRAM31,01031,010
2300401134FLARGE AIRCRAFT IR COUNTERMEASURES (LAIRCM)6,8026,802
2310401219FKC–10S1,7991,799
2320401314FOPERATIONAL SUPPORT AIRLIFT48,45348,453
2330401318FCV–2236,57636,576
2350408011FSPECIAL TACTICS / COMBAT CONTROL7,9637,963
2360702207FDEPOT MAINTENANCE (NON-IF)1,5251,525
2370708610FLOGISTICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (LOGIT)112,676112,676
2380708611FSUPPORT SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT12,65712,657
2390804743FOTHER FLIGHT TRAINING1,8361,836
2400808716FOTHER PERSONNEL ACTIVITIES121121
2410901202FJOINT PERSONNEL RECOVERY AGENCY5,9115,911
2420901218FCIVILIAN COMPENSATION PROGRAM3,6043,604
2430901220FPERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION4,5984,598
2440901226FAIR FORCE STUDIES AND ANALYSIS AGENCY1,1031,103
2460901538FFINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT101,840101,840
246A9999999999CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS12,780,14212,780,142
SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT17,010,33917,039,539
TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, AF26,473,66925,957,969
RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, DW
BASIC RESEARCH
0010601000BRDTRA BASIC RESEARCH INITIATIVE38,43638,436
0020601101EDEFENSE RESEARCH SCIENCES333,119333,119
0030601110D8ZBASIC RESEARCH INITIATIVES42,02242,022
0040601117EBASIC OPERATIONAL MEDICAL RESEARCH SCIENCE56,54456,544
0050601120D8ZNATIONAL DEFENSE EDUCATION PROGRAM49,45359,453
STEM program increase[10,000]
0060601228D8ZHISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES/MINORITY INSTITUTIONS25,83435,834
Program increase[10,000]
0070601384BPCHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE PROGRAM46,26146,261
SUBTOTAL BASIC RESEARCH591,669611,669
APPLIED RESEARCH
0080602000D8ZJOINT MUNITIONS TECHNOLOGY19,35219,352
0090602115EBIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY114,262114,262
0100602234D8ZLINCOLN LABORATORY RESEARCH PROGRAM51,02651,026
0110602251D8ZAPPLIED RESEARCH FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF S&T PRIORITIES48,22648,226
0120602303EINFORMATION & COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY356,358356,358
0140602383EBIOLOGICAL WARFARE DEFENSE29,26529,265
0150602384BPCHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE PROGRAM208,111208,111
0160602668D8ZCYBER SECURITY RESEARCH13,72713,727
0180602702ETACTICAL TECHNOLOGY314,582314,582
0190602715EMATERIALS AND BIOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGY220,115195,115
Program decrease[–25,000]
0200602716EELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY174,798174,798
0210602718BRWEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION DEFEAT TECHNOLOGIES155,415155,415
0220602751D8ZSOFTWARE ENGINEERING INSTITUTE (SEI) APPLIED RESEARCH8,8248,824
0231160401BBSOF TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT37,51737,517
SUBTOTAL APPLIED RESEARCH1,751,5781,726,578
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
0240603000D8ZJOINT MUNITIONS ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY25,91525,915
0260603122D8ZCOMBATING TERRORISM TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT71,171136,171
Anti-Tunneling Defense System[40,000]
Increase for Combating Terrorism Technology Activities[25,000]
0270603133D8ZFOREIGN COMPARATIVE TESTING21,78221,782
0280603160BRCOUNTERPROLIFERATION INITIATIVES—PROLIFERATION PREVENTION AND DEFEAT290,654290,654
0300603176CADVANCED CONCEPTS AND PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT12,13912,139
0310603177CDISCRIMINATION SENSOR TECHNOLOGY28,20028,200
0320603178CWEAPONS TECHNOLOGY45,3893,131
High Power Directed Energy—Missile Destruct[–30,291]
Move to support Multiple Object Kill Vehicle[–11,967]
0330603179CADVANCED C4ISR9,8769,876
0340603180CADVANCED RESEARCH17,36417,364
0350603225D8ZJOINT DOD-DOE MUNITIONS TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT18,80218,802
0360603264SAGILE TRANSPORTATION FOR THE 21ST CENTURY (AT21)—THEATER CAPABILITY2,6792,679
0370603274CSPECIAL PROGRAM—MDA TECHNOLOGY64,70864,708
0380603286EADVANCED AEROSPACE SYSTEMS185,043185,043
0390603287ESPACE PROGRAMS AND TECHNOLOGY126,692126,692
0400603288D8ZANALYTIC ASSESSMENTS14,64514,645
0410603289D8ZADVANCED INNOVATIVE ANALYSIS AND CONCEPTS59,83049,830
Program decrease[–10,000]
0420603294CCOMMON KILL VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY46,7532,195
MOKV Concept Development[–44,558]
0430603384BPCHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE PROGRAM—ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT140,094140,094
0440603527D8ZRETRACT LARCH118,666108,666
Program decrease[–10,000]
0450603618D8ZJOINT ELECTRONIC ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY43,96630,466
Program decrease[–13,500]
0460603648D8ZJOINT CAPABILITY TECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATIONS141,540129,540
Program decrease[–12,000]
0470603662D8ZNETWORKED COMMUNICATIONS CAPABILITIES6,9806,980
0500603680D8ZDEFENSE-WIDE MANUFACTURING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM157,056142,056
Unjustified growth[–15,000]
0510603699D8ZEMERGING CAPABILITIES TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT33,51543,515
Efforts to counter-ISIL and Russian aggression[10,000]
0520603712SGENERIC LOGISTICS R&D TECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATIONS16,54316,543
0530603713SDEPLOYMENT AND DISTRIBUTION ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY29,88829,888
0540603716D8ZSTRATEGIC ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH PROGRAM65,83665,836
0550603720SMICROELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT79,03799,037
Trusted Source Implementation for Field Programmable Gate Arrays Study[20,000]
0560603727D8ZJOINT WARFIGHTING PROGRAM9,6269,626
0570603739EADVANCED ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGIES79,02179,021
0580603760ECOMMAND, CONTROL AND COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS201,335201,335
0590603766ENETWORK-CENTRIC WARFARE TECHNOLOGY452,861427,861
Excessive program growth[–25,000]
0600603767ESENSOR TECHNOLOGY257,127257,127
0610603769SEDISTRIBUTED LEARNING ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT10,77110,771
0620603781D8ZSOFTWARE ENGINEERING INSTITUTE15,20215,202
0630603826D8ZQUICK REACTION SPECIAL PROJECTS90,50070,500
Unjustified growth[–20,000]
0660603833D8ZENGINEERING SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY18,37718,377
0670603941D8ZTEST & EVALUATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY82,58982,589
0680604055D8ZOPERATIONAL ENERGY CAPABILITY IMPROVEMENT37,42037,420
0690303310D8ZCWMD SYSTEMS42,48842,488
0701160402BBSOF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT57,74157,741
SUBTOTAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT3,229,8213,132,505
ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT AND PROTOTYPES
0710603161D8ZNUCLEAR AND CONVENTIONAL PHYSICAL SECURITY EQUIPMENT RDT&E ADC&P31,71031,710
0730603600D8ZWALKOFF90,56790,567
0740603714D8ZADVANCED SENSORS APPLICATION PROGRAM15,90019,900
Advanced Sensors Application Program[4,000]
0750603851D8ZENVIRONMENTAL SECURITY TECHNICAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM52,75852,758
0760603881CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE TERMINAL DEFENSE SEGMENT228,021228,021
0770603882CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE MIDCOURSE DEFENSE SEGMENT1,284,8911,284,891
077A0603XXXXMULTIPLE-OBJECT KILL VEHICLE86,525
Adding from Weapons Technology Line[11,967]
Establish MOKV Program of Record[74,558]
0780603884BPCHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE PROGRAM—DEM/VAL172,754172,754
0790603884CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE SENSORS233,588233,588
0800603890CBMD ENABLING PROGRAMS409,088409,088
080A0603XXXCWEAPONS TECHNOLOGY—HIGH POWER DE30,291
High Power Directed Energy—Missile Destruct[30,291]
0810603891CSPECIAL PROGRAMS—MDA400,387400,387
0820603892CAEGIS BMD843,355870,675
Undifferentiated Block IB costs[27,320]
0830603893CSPACE TRACKING & SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM31,63231,632
0840603895CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE SYSTEM SPACE PROGRAMS23,28923,289
0850603896CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE COMMAND AND CONTROL, BATTLE MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATI450,085450,085
0860603898CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE JOINT WARFIGHTER SUPPORT49,57049,570
0870603904CMISSILE DEFENSE INTEGRATION & OPERATIONS CENTER (MDIOC)49,21149,211
0880603906CREGARDING TRENCH9,5839,583
0890603907CSEA BASED X-BAND RADAR (SBX)72,86672,866
0900603913CISRAELI COOPERATIVE PROGRAMS102,795267,595
Arrow 3[19,500]
Arrow System Improvement Program[45,500]
David's Sling[99,800]
0910603914CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE TEST274,323274,323
0920603915CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE TARGETS513,256513,256
092A0603XXXCINF RESPONSE OPTION DEVELOPMENT25,000
Program increase[25,000]
0930603920D8ZHUMANITARIAN DEMINING10,12910,129
0940603923D8ZCOALITION WARFARE10,35010,350
0950604016D8ZDEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE CORROSION PROGRAM1,5186,518
Corrosion[5,000]
0960604115CTECHNOLOGY MATURATION INITIATIVES96,30096,300
0970604250D8ZADVANCED INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES469,798469,798
0980604400D8ZDEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM (UAS) COMMON DEVELOPMENT3,1293,129
1030604826JJOINT C5 CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT, INTEGRATION AND INTEROPERABILITY ASSESSMENTS25,20025,200
1050604873CLONG RANGE DISCRIMINATION RADAR (LRDR)137,564137,564
1060604874CIMPROVED HOMELAND DEFENSE INTERCEPTORS278,944278,944
1070604876CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE TERMINAL DEFENSE SEGMENT TEST26,22526,225
1080604878CAEGIS BMD TEST55,14855,148
1090604879CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE SENSOR TEST86,76486,764
1100604880CLAND-BASED SM–3 (LBSM3)34,97034,970
1110604881CAEGIS SM–3 BLOCK IIA CO-DEVELOPMENT172,645172,645
1120604887CBALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE MIDCOURSE SEGMENT TEST64,61864,618
1140303191D8ZJOINT ELECTROMAGNETIC TECHNOLOGY (JET) PROGRAM2,6602,660
1150305103CCYBER SECURITY INITIATIVE963963
SUBTOTAL ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT AND PROTOTYPES6,816,5547,159,490
SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND DEMONSTRATION
1160604161D8ZNUCLEAR AND CONVENTIONAL PHYSICAL SECURITY EQUIPMENT RDT&E SDD8,8008,800
1170604165D8ZPROMPT GLOBAL STRIKE CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT78,817108,817
Concept development by the Army of a CPGS option[15,000]
Concept development by the Navy of a CPGS option[15,000]
1180604384BPCHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE PROGRAM—EMD303,647303,647
1190604764KADVANCED IT SERVICES JOINT PROGRAM OFFICE (AITS-JPO)23,42423,424
1200604771D8ZJOINT TACTICAL INFORMATION DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM (JTIDS)14,28514,285
1210605000BRWEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION DEFEAT CAPABILITIES7,1567,156
1220605013BLINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT12,54212,542
1230605021SEHOMELAND PERSONNEL SECURITY INITIATIVE191191
1240605022D8ZDEFENSE EXPORTABILITY PROGRAM3,2733,273
1250605027D8ZOUSD(C) IT DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES5,9625,962
1260605070SDOD ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT AND DEMONSTRATION13,41213,412
1270605075D8ZDCMO POLICY AND INTEGRATION2,2232,223
1280605080SDEFENSE AGENCY INTIATIVES (DAI)—FINANCIAL SYSTEM31,66031,660
1290605090SDEFENSE RETIRED AND ANNUITANT PAY SYSTEM (DRAS)13,08513,085
1300605210D8ZDEFENSE-WIDE ELECTRONIC PROCUREMENT CAPABILITIES7,2097,209
1310303141KGLOBAL COMBAT SUPPORT SYSTEM15,15815,158
1320305304D8ZDOD ENTERPRISE ENERGY INFORMATION MANAGEMENT (EEIM)4,4144,414
SUBTOTAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT AND DEMONSTRATION545,258575,258
MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
1330604774D8ZDEFENSE READINESS REPORTING SYSTEM (DRRS)5,5815,581
1340604875D8ZJOINT SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT3,0813,081
1350604940D8ZCENTRAL TEST AND EVALUATION INVESTMENT DEVELOPMENT (CTEIP)229,125229,125
1360604942D8ZASSESSMENTS AND EVALUATIONS28,67421,674
Program decrease[–7,000]
1380605100D8ZJOINT MISSION ENVIRONMENT TEST CAPABILITY (JMETC)45,23545,235
1390605104D8ZTECHNICAL STUDIES, SUPPORT AND ANALYSIS24,93624,936
1410605126JJOINT INTEGRATED AIR AND MISSILE DEFENSE ORGANIZATION (JIAMDO)35,47135,471
1440605142D8ZSYSTEMS ENGINEERING37,65537,655
1450605151D8ZSTUDIES AND ANALYSIS SUPPORT—OSD3,0153,015
1460605161D8ZNUCLEAR MATTERS-PHYSICAL SECURITY5,2875,287
1470605170D8ZSUPPORT TO NETWORKS AND INFORMATION INTEGRATION5,2895,289
1480605200D8ZGENERAL SUPPORT TO USD (INTELLIGENCE)2,1202,120
1490605384BPCHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE PROGRAM102,264102,264
1580605790D8ZSMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH (SBIR)/ SMALL BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER2,1692,169
1590605798D8ZDEFENSE TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS13,96013,960
1600605801KADEFENSE TECHNICAL INFORMATION CENTER (DTIC)51,77551,775
1610605803SER&D IN SUPPORT OF DOD ENLISTMENT, TESTING AND EVALUATION9,5339,533
1620605804D8ZDEVELOPMENT TEST AND EVALUATION17,37121,371
Program increase[4,000]
1630605898EMANAGEMENT HQ—R&D71,57171,571
1640606100D8ZBUDGET AND PROGRAM ASSESSMENTS4,1234,123
1650203345D8ZDEFENSE OPERATIONS SECURITY INITIATIVE (DOSI)1,9461,946
1660204571JJOINT STAFF ANALYTICAL SUPPORT7,6737,673
1690303166JSUPPORT TO INFORMATION OPERATIONS (IO) CAPABILITIES10,41310,413
1700303260D8ZDEFENSE MILITARY DECEPTION PROGRAM OFFICE (DMDPO)971971
1710305193D8ZCYBER INTELLIGENCE6,5796,579
1730804767D8ZCOCOM EXERCISE ENGAGEMENT AND TRAINING TRANSFORMATION (CE2T2)—MHA43,81143,811
1740901598CMANAGEMENT HQ—MDA35,87135,871
1760903230D8WWHS—MISSION OPERATIONS SUPPORT - IT1,0721,072
177A9999999999CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS49,50049,500
SUBTOTAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT856,071853,071
OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
1780604130VENTERPRISE SECURITY SYSTEM (ESS)7,9297,929
1790605127TREGIONAL INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH (RIO) AND PARTNERSHIP FOR PEACE INFORMATION MANA1,7501,750
1800605147TOVERSEAS HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE SHARED INFORMATION SYSTEM (OHASIS)294294
1810607210D8ZINDUSTRIAL BASE ANALYSIS AND SUSTAINMENT SUPPORT22,57622,576
1820607310D8ZCWMD SYSTEMS: OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT1,9011,901
1830607327TGLOBAL THEATER SECURITY COOPERATION MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS (G-TSCMIS)8,4748,474
1840607384BPCHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE (OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT)33,56133,561
1860208043JPLANNING AND DECISION AID SYSTEM (PDAS)3,0613,061
1870208045KC4I INTEROPERABILITY64,92164,921
1890301144KJOINT/ALLIED COALITION INFORMATION SHARING3,6453,645
1930302016KNATIONAL MILITARY COMMAND SYSTEM-WIDE SUPPORT963963
1940302019KDEFENSE INFO INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERING AND INTEGRATION10,18610,186
1950303126KLONG-HAUL COMMUNICATIONS—DCS36,88336,883
1960303131KMINIMUM ESSENTIAL EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK (MEECN)13,73513,735
1970303135GPUBLIC KEY INFRASTRUCTURE (PKI)6,1016,101
1980303136GKEY MANAGEMENT INFRASTRUCTURE (KMI)43,86743,867
1990303140D8ZINFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROGRAM8,9578,957
2000303140GINFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROGRAM146,890146,890
2010303150KGLOBAL COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM21,50321,503
2020303153KDEFENSE SPECTRUM ORGANIZATION20,34220,342
2030303170KNET-CENTRIC ENTERPRISE SERVICES (NCES)444444
2050303610KTELEPORT PROGRAM1,7361,736
2060304210BBSPECIAL APPLICATIONS FOR CONTINGENCIES65,06019,460
Ahead of need[–45,600]
2100305103KCYBER SECURITY INITIATIVE2,9762,976
2150305186D8ZPOLICY R&D PROGRAMS4,1824,182
2160305199D8ZNET CENTRICITY18,13018,130
2180305208BBDISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE SYSTEMS5,3025,302
2210305208KDISTRIBUTED COMMON GROUND/SURFACE SYSTEMS3,2393,239
2250305327VINSIDER THREAT11,73311,733
2260305387D8ZHOMELAND DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER PROGRAM2,1192,119
2340708011SINDUSTRIAL PREPAREDNESS24,60528,605
Casting Solutions for Readiness Program[4,000]
2350708012SLOGISTICS SUPPORT ACTIVITIES1,7701,770
2360902298JMANAGEMENT HQ—OJCS2,9782,978
2371105219BBMQ–9 UAV18,15123,151
Medium Altitude Long Endurance Tactical (MALET) MQ–9 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle[5,000]
2381105232BBRQ–11 UAV758758
2401160403BBAVIATION SYSTEMS173,934189,134
MC–130 Terrain Following/Terrain Avoidance Radar Program[15,200]
2411160405BBINTELLIGENCE SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT6,8666,866
2421160408BBOPERATIONAL ENHANCEMENTS63,00863,008
2431160431BBWARRIOR SYSTEMS25,34225,342
2441160432BBSPECIAL PROGRAMS3,4013,401
2451160480BBSOF TACTICAL VEHICLES3,2123,212
2461160483BBMARITIME SYSTEMS63,59764,597
Combat Diver [1,000]
2471160489BBGLOBAL VIDEO SURVEILLANCE ACTIVITIES3,9333,933
2481160490BBOPERATIONAL ENHANCEMENTS INTELLIGENCE10,62310,623
248A9999999999CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS3,564,2723,564,272
SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT4,538,9104,518,510
TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, DW18,329,86118,577,081
OPERATIONAL TEST & EVAL, DEFENSE
MANAGEMENT SUPPORT
0010605118OTEOPERATIONAL TEST AND EVALUATION76,83876,838
0020605131OTELIVE FIRE TEST AND EVALUATION46,88246,882
0030605814OTEOPERATIONAL TEST ACTIVITIES AND ANALYSES46,83846,838
SUBTOTAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT170,558170,558
TOTAL OPERATIONAL TEST & EVAL, DEFENSE170,558170,558
TOTAL RDT&E69,779,18268,352,509
4202.
Research, development, test, and evaluation for overseas contingency operations
SEC. 4202. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION FOR OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS(In Thousands of Dollars)
LineProgramElementItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT & PROTOTYPES
0600603747ASOLDIER SUPPORT AND SURVIVABILITY1,5001,500
SUBTOTAL ADVANCED COMPONENT DEVELOPMENT & PROTOTYPES1,5001,500
TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, ARMY1,5001,500
OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT
231A9999999999CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS35,74735,747
SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT35,74735,747
TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, NAVY35,74735,747
OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT
1330205671FJOINT COUNTER RCIED ELECTRONIC WARFARE300300
246A9999999999CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS16,80016,800
SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT17,10017,100
TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, AF17,10017,100
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
0260603122D8ZCOMBATING TERRORISM TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT25,000
Combating Terrorism and Technical Support Office[25,000]
SUBTOTAL ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT25,000
OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
248A9999999999CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS137,087137,087
SUBTOTAL OPERATIONAL SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT137,087137,087
TOTAL RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST & EVAL, DW137,087162,087
TOTAL RDT&E191,434216,434
XLIII
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
4301.
Operation and maintenance
SEC. 4301. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE(In Thousands of Dollars)
LineItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY
OPERATING FORCES
010MANEUVER UNITS1,094,4291,594,429
Force Readiness Restoration—Operations Tempo[500,000]
060AVIATION ASSETS1,546,1291,687,829
Flying Hour Program Restoration Unfunded Requirement[55,000]
H–60 A-L Conversion Acceleration[86,700]
070FORCE READINESS OPERATIONS SUPPORT3,158,6063,272,606
Army Reserve cyber education efforts[6,000]
Insider Threat Unfunded Requirements[80,000]
Open Source Intelligence/Human Terrain Systems Unfunded Requirements[28,000]
090LAND FORCES DEPOT MAINTENANCE1,214,1161,215,846
Gun Tube Depot Maintenance Shortfall Recovery Acceleration[1,730]
100BASE OPERATIONS SUPPORT7,616,0087,607,508
Public Affairs at Local Installations Unjustified Growth[–8,500]
110FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION2,617,1692,809,869
GTMO Critical Building Maintenance[20,500]
Restore Sustainment shortfalls[172,200]
170COMBATANT COMMANDS DIRECT MISSION SUPPORT448,633469,633
Afloat Forward Staging Base Unfunded Requirement[21,000]
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES17,695,09018,657,720
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
250SPECIALIZED SKILL TRAINING981,000990,800
Cyber Defender (25D) Series Course[9,800]
260FLIGHT TRAINING940,872984,472
Cyber Basic Officer Leadership Course[3,100]
Initial Entry Rotary Wing Training Backlog Reduction[40,500]
270PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION230,324247,624
Advanced Civil Schooling – Civilian Graduate School 10 Percent Reduction[–3,000]
Unmanned Aircraft Systems Training[20,300]
280TRAINING SUPPORT603,519631,519
Intelligence Support for PACOM Unfunded Requirement[28,000]
290RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING491,922491,922
330JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS170,118170,118
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING3,417,7553,516,455
ADMIN & SRVWIDE ACTIVITIES
370LOGISTIC SUPPORT ACTIVITIES714,781715,141
TRADOC Mobile Training Team (MTT) Support Unfunded Requirement[360]
390ADMINISTRATION384,813376,313
Unjustified Growth in Public Affairs[–8,500]
430OTHER SERVICE SUPPORT1,119,8481,115,348
Spirit of America program growth[–4,500]
530CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS490,368490,368
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWIDE ACTIVITIES2,709,8102,697,170
UNDISTRIBUTED
540UNDISTRIBUTED–1,107,000
Excessive standard price for fuel[–83,400]
Foreign Currency adjustments[–431,000]
Prohibition on Per Diem Allowance Reduction[3,300]
Unobligated balances[–595,900]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–1,107,000
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY23,822,65523,764,345
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY RES
OPERATING FORCES
060AVIATION ASSETS87,58787,587
090LAND FORCES DEPOT MAINTENANCE59,57459,574
100BASE OPERATIONS SUPPORT570,852570,852
110FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION245,686259,286
Restore Sustainment shortfalls[13,600]
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES963,699977,299
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
140ADMINISTRATION18,39018,390
170RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING52,92852,928
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES71,31871,318
UNDISTRIBUTED
190UNDISTRIBUTED–7,600
Excessive standard price for fuel[–7,600]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–7,600
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY RES1,035,0171,041,017
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARNG
OPERATING FORCES
010MANEUVER UNITS709,4331,094,533
Increased Operations Tempo to Meet Readiness Objectives[385,100]
060AVIATION ASSETS943,6091,063,009
C3 High Frequency Radio System Unfunded Requirement[5,600]
Operational Support and Initial Entry Rotary Wing Training[69,900]
Restoration of Flying Hours Unfunded Requirement[43,900]
090LAND FORCES DEPOT MAINTENANCE166,848166,848
100BASE OPERATIONS SUPPORT1,022,9701,022,970
110FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION673,680708,880
Restore Sustainment shortfalls[35,200]
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES3,516,5404,056,240
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
140ADMINISTRATION59,62959,219
National Guard State Partnership Program increase[1,000]
NGB Heritage Painting Program[–1,410]
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES59,62959,219
UNDISTRIBUTED
200UNDISTRIBUTED–25,300
Excessive standard price for fuel[–25,300]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–25,300
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARNG3,576,1694,090,159
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY
OPERATING FORCES
010MISSION AND OTHER FLIGHT OPERATIONS4,940,3654,943,665
Aviation Readiness Restoration—CH–53 Contract Maintenance[3,300]
020FLEET AIR TRAINING1,830,6111,830,611
040AIR OPERATIONS AND SAFETY SUPPORT103,456110,256
MV–22 Fleet Engineering Support Unfunded Requirement[6,800]
050AIR SYSTEMS SUPPORT376,844390,744
Aviation Readiness Restoration—AV–8B Program Related Logistics[4,000]
Aviation Readiness Restoration—CH–53 Program Related Logisitics[1,900]
Aviation Readiness Restoration—MV–22 Program Related Logisitics[1,200]
MV–22 Fleet Engineering Support Unfunded Requirement[6,800]
060AIRCRAFT DEPOT MAINTENANCE897,536914,536
Aviation Readiness Restoration—AV–8B Depot Maintenance[11,200]
Aviation Readiness Restoration—CH–53 Depot Maintenance[1,000]
Aviation Readiness Restoration—F–18 Depot Maintenance[4,800]
080AVIATION LOGISTICS544,056555,956
Aviation Readiness Restoration—MV–22 Aviation Logisitics[5,300]
KC–130J Aviation Logistics Unfunded Requirement[6,600]
090MISSION AND OTHER SHIP OPERATIONS4,287,6584,287,658
110SHIP DEPOT MAINTENANCE5,960,9515,960,951
120SHIP DEPOT OPERATIONS SUPPORT1,554,8631,554,863
200DEPOT OPERATIONS SUPPORT2,4432,443
220COMBATANT COMMANDERS DIRECT MISSION SUPPORT73,11073,110
230CRUISE MISSILE110,734110,734
240FLEET BALLISTIC MISSILE1,206,7361,206,736
260WEAPONS MAINTENANCE523,122535,122
Ship Self-Defense Systems Maintenance Backlog Reduction[12,000]
290SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION2,220,4232,245,723
Restore Sustainment shortfalls[25,300]
300BASE OPERATING SUPPORT4,472,4684,472,468
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES29,105,37629,195,576
MOBILIZATION
320AIRCRAFT ACTIVATIONS/INACTIVATIONS6,4646,964
Aviation Readiness Restoration—F–18 Aircraft Activations/Inactivations[500]
330SHIP ACTIVATIONS/INACTIVATIONS361,764361,764
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION368,228368,728
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
380RECRUIT TRAINING9,0359,035
410FLIGHT TRAINING8,1718,171
420PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION168,471152,971
Civilian Institutions Graduate Education Program[–16,500]
Naval Sea Cadets[1,000]
440RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING234,233234,733
1–800 US Navy Call Center[500]
470JUNIOR ROTC47,65347,653
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING467,563452,563
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
480ADMINISTRATION923,771914,771
Navy Fleet Band National Tours[–5,000]
Unjustified Growth External Relations[–3,500]
Unjustified Growth Navy Call Center[–500]
490EXTERNAL RELATIONS13,96710,467
Navy External Relations[–3,500]
520OTHER PERSONNEL SUPPORT265,948260,948
Navy Fleet Band National Tour[–5,000]
590HULL, MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL SUPPORT48,58748,587
600COMBAT/WEAPONS SYSTEMS25,59925,599
610SPACE AND ELECTRONIC WARFARE SYSTEMS72,76872,768
620NAVAL INVESTIGATIVE SERVICE577,803577,803
710CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS560,754560,754
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES2,489,1972,471,697
UNDISTRIBUTED
720UNDISTRIBUTED–887,100
Excessive standard price for fuel[–591,400]
Foreign Currency adjustments[–87,000]
Prohibition on Per Diem Allowance Reduction[2,300]
Unobligated balances[–211,000]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–887,100
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY32,430,36431,601,464
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MARINE CORPS
OPERATING FORCES
010OPERATIONAL FORCES931,079931,079
030DEPOT MAINTENANCE227,583227,583
050SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION746,237775,037
Restore Sustainment shortfalls[28,800]
060BASE OPERATING SUPPORT2,057,3622,057,362
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES3,962,2613,991,061
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
100PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION40,78640,786
120RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING164,806164,806
140JUNIOR ROTC23,39723,397
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING228,989228,989
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
160ADMINISTRATION358,395342,595
Unjustified Growth Marine Corps Heritage Center[–15,800]
200CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS45,42945,429
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES403,824388,024
UNDISTRIBUTED
210UNDISTRIBUTED–338,200
Excessive standard price for fuel[–24,600]
Foreign Currency adjustments[–28,000]
Prohibition on Per Diem Allowance Reduction[800]
Unobligated balances[–37,400]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–89,200
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MARINE CORPS4,595,0744,518,874
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY RES
OPERATING FORCES
010MISSION AND OTHER FLIGHT OPERATIONS563,722607,222
Reversing the disestablishment of HSC–84 and HSC–85[43,500]
020INTERMEDIATE MAINTENANCE6,2186,218
030AIRCRAFT DEPOT MAINTENANCE82,71282,712
040AIRCRAFT DEPOT OPERATIONS SUPPORT326326
050AVIATION LOGISTICS13,43613,436
070SHIP OPERATIONS SUPPORT & TRAINING557557
130SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION48,51349,213
Restore Sustainment shortfalls[700]
140BASE OPERATING SUPPORT102,858102,858
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES818,342862,542
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
150ADMINISTRATION1,5051,505
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES1,5051,505
UNDISTRIBUTED
210UNDISTRIBUTED–39,700
Excessive standard price for fuel[–39,700]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–39,700
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY RES819,847824,347
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MC RESERVE
OPERATING FORCES
010OPERATING FORCES97,63197,631
020DEPOT MAINTENANCE18,25418,254
030SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION28,65330,053
Restore Sustainment shortfalls[1,400]
040BASE OPERATING SUPPORT111,923111,923
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES256,461257,861
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
060ADMINISTRATION10,86610,866
070RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING8,7858,785
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES19,65119,651
UNDISTRIBUTED
080UNDISTRIBUTED–1,000
Excessive standard price for fuel[–1,000]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–1,000
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MC RESERVE276,112276,512
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AIR FORCE
OPERATING FORCES
010PRIMARY COMBAT FORCES3,336,8683,612,468
A–10 restoration: Force Structure Restoration[249,700]
A–10 to F–15E Training Transition[–1,400]
EC–130H Force Structure Restoration[27,300]
020COMBAT ENHANCEMENT FORCES1,897,3151,935,015
Increase Range Use Support Unfunded Requirement[37,700]
030AIR OPERATIONS TRAINING (OJT, MAINTAIN SKILLS)1,797,5491,719,349
A–10 to F–15E Training Transition[–78,200]
040DEPOT MAINTENANCE6,537,1276,537,127
050FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION1,997,7122,132,812
Restore Sustainment shortfalls[135,100]
060BASE SUPPORT2,841,9482,841,948
070GLOBAL C3I AND EARLY WARNING930,341930,341
080OTHER COMBAT OPS SPT PROGRAMS924,845924,845
120COMBATANT COMMANDERS DIRECT MISSION SUPPORT900,965900,965
135CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS907,496907,496
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES22,072,16622,442,366
MOBILIZATION
160DEPOT MAINTENANCE1,617,5711,617,571
170FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION259,956259,956
180BASE SUPPORT708,799708,799
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION2,586,3262,586,326
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
220FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION228,500228,500
230BASE SUPPORT772,870772,870
240SPECIALIZED SKILL TRAINING359,304379,304
Remotely Piloted Aircraft Flight Training Acceleration[20,000]
250FLIGHT TRAINING710,553726,553
Unmanned Aerial Surveillance (UAS) Training[16,000]
260PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION228,252227,322
Air Force Civilian Graduate Education Program Unjustified Growth[–930]
280DEPOT MAINTENANCE375,513375,513
290RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING79,69079,690
330JUNIOR ROTC59,26359,263
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING2,813,9452,849,015
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
340LOGISTICS OPERATIONS1,141,4911,141,491
360DEPOT MAINTENANCE61,74561,745
370FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION298,759298,759
380BASE SUPPORT1,108,2201,108,220
390ADMINISTRATION689,797669,097
Defense Enterprise Accounting and Management System[–20,700]
420CIVIL AIR PATROL25,41127,911
Civil Air Patrol[2,500]
460CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS519,626519,626
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES3,845,0493,826,849
UNDISTRIBUTED
470UNDISTRIBUTED–813,600
Excessive standard price for fuel[–562,100]
Foreign Currency adjustments[–217,000]
Prohibition on Per Diem Allowance Reduction[2,900]
Unobligated balances[–286,400]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–1,062,600
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AIR FORCE31,317,48630,641,956
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AF RESERVE
OPERATING FORCES
010PRIMARY COMBAT FORCES1,779,3781,781,878
A–10 restoration: Force Structure Restoration[2,500]
030DEPOT MAINTENANCE487,036487,036
040FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION109,342109,642
Restore Sustainment shortfalls[300]
050BASE SUPPORT373,707373,707
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES2,749,4632,752,263
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES
060ADMINISTRATION53,92153,921
070RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING14,35914,359
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES68,28068,280
UNDISTRIBUTED
110UNDISTRIBUTED–101,000
Excessive standard price for fuel[–101,000]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–101,000
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AF RESERVE2,817,7432,719,543
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ANG
OPERATING FORCES
010AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS3,526,4713,608,671
A–10 restoration: Force Structure Restoration[42,200]
Aircraft Support Equipment Shortfall Restoration[40,000]
020MISSION SUPPORT OPERATIONS740,779740,779
030DEPOT MAINTENANCE1,763,8591,763,859
040FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION288,786307,586
Restore Sustainment shortfalls[18,800]
050BASE SUPPORT582,037582,037
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES6,901,9327,002,932
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-WIDE ACTIVITIES
060ADMINISTRATION23,62624,626
National Guard State Partnership Program increase[1,000]
070RECRUITING AND ADVERTISING30,65230,652
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE-WIDE ACTIVITIES54,27855,278
UNDISTRIBUTED
080UNDISTRIBUTED–162,600
Excessive standard price for fuel[–162,600]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–162,600
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ANG6,956,2106,895,610
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, DEFENSE-WIDE
OPERATING FORCES
020OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE534,795534,795
030SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND/OPERATING FORCES4,862,3684,946,968
Global Inform and Influence Activities Increase[15,000]
Increased Support for Counterterrorism Operations[25,000]
USSOCOM Combat Development Activities[44,600]
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES5,397,1635,481,763
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
060SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND/TRAINING AND RECRUITING354,372354,372
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING354,372354,372
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES
070CIVIL MILITARY PROGRAMS160,320180,320
STARBASE[20,000]
100DEFENSE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT AGENCY1,374,5361,374,536
110DEFENSE HUMAN RESOURCES ACTIVITY642,551643,551
Critical Language Training[1,000]
120DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY1,282,7551,292,755
SHARKSEER[10,000]
150DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY366,429366,429
160DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY192,625192,625
190DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY524,723524,723
240DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY415,696415,696
260DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION ACTIVITY2,753,7712,753,771
270MISSILE DEFENSE AGENCY432,068432,068
290OFFICE OF ECONOMIC ADJUSTMENT110,612110,612
295OFFICE OF NET ASSESSMENT9,092
Transfer from line 300[9,092]
300OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE1,388,2851,361,693
Commission to Assess the Threat to the U.S. from Electromagnetic Pulse Attack[2,000]
OUSD AT&L Congressional Mandate (BRAC Support)[–10,500]
Program decrease[–24,000]
Readiness environmental protection initiative—program increase[15,000]
Transfer funding for Office of Net Assessment to line 295[–9,092]
310SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND/ADMIN & SVC-WIDE ACTIVITIES83,26383,263
320WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES621,688621,688
330CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS14,379,42814,384,428
Program increase[5,000]
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES24,728,75024,747,250
UNDISTRIBUTED
340UNDISTRIBUTED–494,700
Excessive standard price for fuel[–29,700]
Foreign Currency adjustments[–78,400]
Prohibition on Per Diem Allowance Reduction[2,700]
Unobligated balances[–389,300]
SUBTOTAL UNDISTRIBUTED–494,700
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, DEFENSE-WIDE30,480,28530,088,685
MISCELLANEOUS APPROPRIATIONS
MISCELLANEOUS APPROPRIATIONS
020OVERSEAS HUMANITARIAN, DISASTER AND CIVIC AID100,266100,266
SUBTOTAL MISCELLANEOUS APPROPRIATIONS100,266100,266
TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS APPROPRIATIONS100,266100,266
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE138,227,228136,562,778
4302.
Operation and maintenance for overseas contingency operations
SEC. 4302. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FOR OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS(In Thousands of Dollars)
LineItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY
OPERATING FORCES
010MANEUVER UNITS257,900257,900
040THEATER LEVEL ASSETS1,110,8361,110,836
050LAND FORCES OPERATIONS SUPPORT261,943261,943
060AVIATION ASSETS22,16022,160
070FORCE READINESS OPERATIONS SUPPORT1,119,2011,119,201
080LAND FORCES SYSTEMS READINESS117,881117,881
100BASE OPERATIONS SUPPORT50,00050,000
140ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES4,500,6664,526,466
Army expenses related to Syria Train and Equip program[25,800]
150COMMANDERS EMERGENCY RESPONSE PROGRAM10,0005,000
Program decrease[–5,000]
160RESET1,834,7771,834,777
170COMBATANT COMMANDS DIRECT MISSION SUPPORT100,000
AFRICOM Intelligence, Surveilance, and Reconnissance[100,000]
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES9,285,3649,406,164
MOBILIZATION
190ARMY PREPOSITIONED STOCKS40,00040,000
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION40,00040,000
ADMIN & SRVWIDE ACTIVITIES
350SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION529,891529,891
380AMMUNITION MANAGEMENT5,0335,033
420OTHER PERSONNEL SUPPORT100,480100,480
450REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT154,350154,350
530CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS1,267,6321,267,632
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWIDE ACTIVITIES2,057,3862,057,386
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY11,382,75011,503,550
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY RES
OPERATING FORCES
030ECHELONS ABOVE BRIGADE2,4422,442
050LAND FORCES OPERATIONS SUPPORT813813
070FORCE READINESS OPERATIONS SUPPORT779779
100BASE OPERATIONS SUPPORT20,52520,525
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES24,55924,559
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY RES24,55924,559
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARNG
OPERATING FORCES
010MANEUVER UNITS1,9841,984
030ECHELONS ABOVE BRIGADE4,6714,671
060AVIATION ASSETS15,98015,980
070FORCE READINESS OPERATIONS SUPPORT12,86712,867
100BASE OPERATIONS SUPPORT23,13423,134
120MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONAL HEADQUARTERS1,4261,426
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES60,06260,062
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
150SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS783783
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES783783
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARNG60,84560,845
AFGHANISTAN SECURITY FORCES FUND
MINISTRY OF DEFENSE
010SUSTAINMENT2,214,8992,552,642
Support for ANSF end strength[337,743]
030EQUIPMENT AND TRANSPORTATION182,751182,751
040TRAINING AND OPERATIONS281,555281,555
SUBTOTAL MINISTRY OF DEFENSE2,679,2053,016,948
MINISTRY OF INTERIOR
060SUSTAINMENT901,137901,137
080EQUIPMENT AND TRANSPORTATION116,573116,573
090TRAINING AND OPERATIONS65,34265,342
SUBTOTAL MINISTRY OF INTERIOR1,083,0521,083,052
TOTAL AFGHANISTAN SECURITY FORCES FUND3,762,2574,100,000
IRAQ TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND
IRAQ TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND
010IRAQ TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND715,000715,000
SUBTOTAL IRAQ TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND715,000715,000
TOTAL IRAQ TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND715,000715,000
SYRIA TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND
SYRIA TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND
010SYRIA TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND600,000531,450
Realignment to Air Force[–42,750]
Realignment to Army[–25,800]
SUBTOTAL SYRIA TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND600,000531,450
TOTAL SYRIA TRAIN AND EQUIP FUND600,000531,450
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY
OPERATING FORCES
010MISSION AND OTHER FLIGHT OPERATIONS358,417358,417
030AVIATION TECHNICAL DATA & ENGINEERING SERVICES110110
040AIR OPERATIONS AND SAFETY SUPPORT4,5134,513
050AIR SYSTEMS SUPPORT126,501126,501
060AIRCRAFT DEPOT MAINTENANCE75,89775,897
070AIRCRAFT DEPOT OPERATIONS SUPPORT2,7702,770
080AVIATION LOGISTICS34,10134,101
090MISSION AND OTHER SHIP OPERATIONS1,184,8781,184,878
100SHIP OPERATIONS SUPPORT & TRAINING16,66316,663
110SHIP DEPOT MAINTENANCE1,922,8291,922,829
130COMBAT COMMUNICATIONS33,57733,577
160WARFARE TACTICS26,45426,454
170OPERATIONAL METEOROLOGY AND OCEANOGRAPHY22,30522,305
180COMBAT SUPPORT FORCES513,969513,969
190EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE10,00710,007
250IN-SERVICE WEAPONS SYSTEMS SUPPORT60,86560,865
260WEAPONS MAINTENANCE275,231275,231
290SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION7,8197,819
300BASE OPERATING SUPPORT61,42261,422
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES4,738,3284,738,328
MOBILIZATION
340EXPEDITIONARY HEALTH SERVICES SYSTEMS5,3075,307
360COAST GUARD SUPPORT160,002160,002
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION165,309165,309
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
400SPECIALIZED SKILL TRAINING44,84544,845
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING44,84544,845
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
480ADMINISTRATION2,5132,513
490EXTERNAL RELATIONS500500
510MILITARY MANPOWER AND PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT5,3095,309
520OTHER PERSONNEL SUPPORT1,4691,469
550SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION156,671156,671
580ACQUISITION AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT8,8348,834
620NAVAL INVESTIGATIVE SERVICE1,4901,490
710CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS6,3206,320
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES183,106183,106
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY5,131,5885,131,588
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MARINE CORPS
OPERATING FORCES
010OPERATIONAL FORCES353,133353,133
020FIELD LOGISTICS259,676259,676
030DEPOT MAINTENANCE240,000240,000
060BASE OPERATING SUPPORT16,02616,026
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES868,835868,835
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
110TRAINING SUPPORT37,86237,862
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING37,86237,862
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
150SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION43,76743,767
200CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS2,0702,070
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES45,83745,837
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MARINE CORPS952,534952,534
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY RES
OPERATING FORCES
010MISSION AND OTHER FLIGHT OPERATIONS4,0334,033
020INTERMEDIATE MAINTENANCE6060
030AIRCRAFT DEPOT MAINTENANCE20,30020,300
100COMBAT SUPPORT FORCES7,2507,250
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES31,64331,643
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY RES31,64331,643
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MC RESERVE
OPERATING FORCES
010OPERATING FORCES2,5002,500
040BASE OPERATING SUPPORT955955
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES3,4553,455
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MC RESERVE3,4553,455
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AIR FORCE
OPERATING FORCES
010PRIMARY COMBAT FORCES1,505,7381,548,488
Air Force expenses related to Syria Train and Equip program[42,750]
020COMBAT ENHANCEMENT FORCES914,973914,973
030AIR OPERATIONS TRAINING (OJT, MAINTAIN SKILLS)31,97831,978
040DEPOT MAINTENANCE1,192,7651,192,765
050FACILITIES SUSTAINMENT, RESTORATION & MODERNIZATION85,62585,625
060BASE SUPPORT917,269917,269
070GLOBAL C3I AND EARLY WARNING30,21930,219
080OTHER COMBAT OPS SPT PROGRAMS174,734174,734
100LAUNCH FACILITIES869869
110SPACE CONTROL SYSTEMS5,0085,008
120COMBATANT COMMANDERS DIRECT MISSION SUPPORT100,190716,690
Assistance for the border security of Jordan[300,000]
Jordanian Military Capability Enhancement[300,000]
Support to Jordanian Training and Operations[16,500]
135CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS22,89322,893
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES4,982,2615,641,511
MOBILIZATION
140AIRLIFT OPERATIONS2,995,7032,995,703
150MOBILIZATION PREPAREDNESS108,163108,163
160DEPOT MAINTENANCE511,059511,059
180BASE SUPPORT4,6424,642
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION3,619,5673,619,567
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
190OFFICER ACQUISITION9292
240SPECIALIZED SKILL TRAINING11,98611,986
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING12,07812,078
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
340LOGISTICS OPERATIONS86,71686,716
380BASE SUPPORT3,8363,836
400SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS165,348165,348
410OTHER SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES204,683204,683
450INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT6161
460CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS15,46315,463
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES476,107476,107
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AIR FORCE9,090,0139,749,263
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AF RESERVE
OPERATING FORCES
030DEPOT MAINTENANCE51,08651,086
050BASE SUPPORT7,0207,020
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES58,10658,106
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AF RESERVE58,10658,106
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ANG
OPERATING FORCES
020MISSION SUPPORT OPERATIONS19,90019,900
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES19,90019,900
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ANG19,90019,900
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, DEFENSE-WIDE
OPERATING FORCES
010JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF9,9009,900
030SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND/OPERATING FORCES2,345,8352,424,835
Classified adjustment[64,000]
Global Inform and Influence Activities Increase[15,000]
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES2,355,7352,434,735
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES
090DEFENSE CONTRACT AUDIT AGENCY18,47418,474
120DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY29,57929,579
140DEFENSE LEGAL SERVICES AGENCY110,000110,000
160DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY5,9605,960
190DEFENSE SECURITY COOPERATION AGENCY1,677,0001,677,000
260DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION ACTIVITY73,00073,000
300OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE106,709321,709
U.S. Special Operations Command inform and influence activities[15,000]
Ukraine Train & Equip[200,000]
320WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES2,1022,102
330CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS1,427,0741,427,074
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES3,449,8983,664,898
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, DEFENSE-WIDE5,805,6336,099,633
COUNTERTERRORISM PARTNERSHIPS FUND
COUNTERTERRORISM PARTNERSHIPS FUND
090COUNTERTERRORISM PARTNERSHIPS FUND2,100,0000
Program decrease[–2,100,000]
SUBTOTAL COUNTERTERRORISM PARTNERSHIPS FUND2,100,000<bold>0</bold>
TOTAL COUNTERTERRORISM PARTNERSHIPS FUND2,100,000<bold>0</bold>
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE39,738,28338,981,526
4303.
Operation and maintenance for overseas contingency operations for base requirements
SEC. 4303. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FOR OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS FOR BASE REQUIREMENTS(In Thousands of Dollars)
LineItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY
OPERATING FORCES
020MODULAR SUPPORT BRIGADES68,87368,873
030ECHELONS ABOVE BRIGADE508,008508,008
040THEATER LEVEL ASSETS763,300763,300
050LAND FORCES OPERATIONS SUPPORT1,054,3221,054,322
080LAND FORCES SYSTEMS READINESS438,909438,909
120MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONAL HEADQUARTERS421,269421,269
130COMBATANT COMMANDERS CORE OPERATIONS164,743164,743
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES3,419,4243,419,424
MOBILIZATION
180STRATEGIC MOBILITY401,638401,638
190ARMY PREPOSITIONED STOCKS261,683261,683
200INDUSTRIAL PREPAREDNESS6,5326,532
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION669,853669,853
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
210OFFICER ACQUISITION131,536131,536
220RECRUIT TRAINING47,84347,843
230ONE STATION UNIT TRAINING42,56542,565
240SENIOR RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS490,378490,378
300EXAMINING194,079194,079
310OFF-DUTY AND VOLUNTARY EDUCATION227,951227,951
320CIVILIAN EDUCATION AND TRAINING161,048161,048
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING1,295,4001,295,400
ADMIN & SRVWIDE ACTIVITIES
350SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION485,778485,778
360CENTRAL SUPPLY ACTIVITIES813,881813,881
380AMMUNITION MANAGEMENT322,127322,127
400SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS1,781,3501,781,350
410MANPOWER MANAGEMENT292,532292,532
420OTHER PERSONNEL SUPPORT375,122375,122
440ARMY CLAIMS ACTIVITIES225,358225,358
450REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT239,755239,755
460FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND AUDIT READINESS223,319223,319
470INTERNATIONAL MILITARY HEADQUARTERS469,865469,865
480MISC. SUPPORT OF OTHER NATIONS40,52140,521
530CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS630,606630,606
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWIDE ACTIVITIES5,900,2145,900,214
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY11,284,89111,284,891
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY RES
OPERATING FORCES
020MODULAR SUPPORT BRIGADES16,61216,612
030ECHELONS ABOVE BRIGADE486,531486,531
040THEATER LEVEL ASSETS105,446105,446
050LAND FORCES OPERATIONS SUPPORT516,791516,791
070FORCE READINESS OPERATIONS SUPPORT348,601348,601
080LAND FORCES SYSTEMS READINESS81,35081,350
120MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONAL HEADQUARTERS40,96240,962
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES1,596,2931,596,293
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
130SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION10,66510,665
150SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS14,97614,976
160MANPOWER MANAGEMENT8,8418,841
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES34,48234,482
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARMY RES1,630,7751,630,775
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARNG
OPERATING FORCES
020MODULAR SUPPORT BRIGADES167,324167,324
030ECHELONS ABOVE BRIGADE741,327741,327
040THEATER LEVEL ASSETS88,77588,775
050LAND FORCES OPERATIONS SUPPORT32,13032,130
070FORCE READINESS OPERATIONS SUPPORT703,137703,137
080LAND FORCES SYSTEMS READINESS84,06684,066
120MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONAL HEADQUARTERS954,574954,574
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES2,771,3332,771,333
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
130SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION6,5706,570
150SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS68,45268,452
160MANPOWER MANAGEMENT8,8418,841
170OTHER PERSONNEL SUPPORT283,670283,670
180REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT2,9422,942
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES370,475370,475
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, ARNG3,141,8083,141,808
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY
OPERATING FORCES
030AVIATION TECHNICAL DATA & ENGINEERING SERVICES37,22537,225
070AIRCRAFT DEPOT OPERATIONS SUPPORT33,20133,201
100SHIP OPERATIONS SUPPORT & TRAINING787,446787,446
130COMBAT COMMUNICATIONS704,415704,415
140ELECTRONIC WARFARE96,91696,916
150SPACE SYSTEMS AND SURVEILLANCE192,198192,198
160WARFARE TACTICS453,942453,942
170OPERATIONAL METEOROLOGY AND OCEANOGRAPHY351,871351,871
180COMBAT SUPPORT FORCES1,186,8471,186,847
190EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE123,948123,948
210COMBATANT COMMANDERS CORE OPERATIONS98,91498,914
250IN-SERVICE WEAPONS SYSTEMS SUPPORT141,664141,664
270OTHER WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT371,872371,872
280ENTERPRISE INFORMATION896,061896,061
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES5,476,5205,476,520
MOBILIZATION
310SHIP PREPOSITIONING AND SURGE422,846422,846
340EXPEDITIONARY HEALTH SERVICES SYSTEMS69,53069,530
350INDUSTRIAL READINESS2,2372,237
360COAST GUARD SUPPORT21,82321,823
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION516,436516,436
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
370OFFICER ACQUISITION149,375149,375
390RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS156,290156,290
400SPECIALIZED SKILL TRAINING653,728653,728
430TRAINING SUPPORT196,048196,048
450OFF-DUTY AND VOLUNTARY EDUCATION137,855137,855
460CIVILIAN EDUCATION AND TRAINING77,25777,257
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING1,370,5531,370,553
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
500CIVILIAN MANPOWER AND PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT120,812120,812
510MILITARY MANPOWER AND PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT350,983350,983
530SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS335,482335,482
550SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION197,724197,724
570PLANNING, ENGINEERING AND DESIGN274,936274,936
580ACQUISITION AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT1,122,1781,122,178
680INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS AND AGENCIES4,7684,768
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES2,406,8832,406,883
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY9,770,3929,770,392
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MARINE CORPS
OPERATING FORCES
020FIELD LOGISTICS931,757931,757
040MARITIME PREPOSITIONING86,25986,259
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES1,018,0161,018,016
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
070RECRUIT TRAINING16,46016,460
080OFFICER ACQUISITION977977
090SPECIALIZED SKILL TRAINING97,32597,325
110TRAINING SUPPORT347,476347,476
130OFF-DUTY AND VOLUNTARY EDUCATION39,96339,963
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING502,201502,201
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
150SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION37,38637,386
180ACQUISITION AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT76,10576,105
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES113,491113,491
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MARINE CORPS1,633,7081,633,708
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY RES
OPERATING FORCES
090COMBAT COMMUNICATIONS14,49914,499
100COMBAT SUPPORT FORCES117,601117,601
120ENTERPRISE INFORMATION29,38229,382
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES161,482161,482
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
160MILITARY MANPOWER AND PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT13,78213,782
170SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS3,4373,437
180ACQUISITION AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT3,2103,210
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES20,42920,429
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, NAVY RES181,911181,911
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MC RESERVE
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
050SERVICEWIDE TRANSPORTATION924924
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES924924
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, MC RESERVE924924
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AIR FORCE
OPERATING FORCES
100LAUNCH FACILITIES271,177271,177
110SPACE CONTROL SYSTEMS382,824382,824
130COMBATANT COMMANDERS CORE OPERATIONS205,078205,078
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES859,079859,079
MOBILIZATION
140AIRLIFT OPERATIONS2,229,1962,229,196
150MOBILIZATION PREPAREDNESS148,318148,318
SUBTOTAL MOBILIZATION2,377,5142,377,514
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
190OFFICER ACQUISITION92,19192,191
200RECRUIT TRAINING21,87121,871
210RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS (ROTC)77,52777,527
270TRAINING SUPPORT76,46476,464
300EXAMINING3,8033,803
310OFF-DUTY AND VOLUNTARY EDUCATION180,807180,807
320CIVILIAN EDUCATION AND TRAINING167,478167,478
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING620,141620,141
ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES
350TECHNICAL SUPPORT ACTIVITIES862,022862,022
400SERVICEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS498,053498,053
410OTHER SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES900,253900,253
450INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT89,14889,148
460CLASSIFIED PROGRAMS668,233668,233
SUBTOTAL ADMIN & SRVWD ACTIVITIES3,017,7093,017,709
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AIR FORCE6,874,4436,874,443
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AF RESERVE
OPERATING FORCES
020MISSION SUPPORT OPERATIONS226,243226,243
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES226,243226,243
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES
080MILITARY MANPOWER AND PERS MGMT (ARPC)13,66513,665
090OTHER PERS SUPPORT (DISABILITY COMP)6,6066,606
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES20,27120,271
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, AF RESERVE246,514246,514
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, DEFENSE-WIDE
OPERATING FORCES
010JOINT CHIEFS OF STAFF485,888485,888
SUBTOTAL OPERATING FORCES485,888485,888
TRAINING AND RECRUITING
040DEFENSE ACQUISITION UNIVERSITY142,659142,659
050NATIONAL DEFENSE UNIVERSITY78,41678,416
SUBTOTAL TRAINING AND RECRUITING221,075221,075
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES
090DEFENSE CONTRACT AUDIT AGENCY570,177570,177
140DEFENSE LEGAL SERVICES AGENCY26,07326,073
180DEFENSE PERSONNEL ACCOUNTING AGENCY115,372115,372
200DEFENSE SECURITY SERVICE508,396508,396
230DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY SECURITY ADMINISTRATION33,57733,577
SUBTOTAL ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICEWIDE ACTIVITIES1,253,5951,253,595
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE, DEFENSE-WIDE1,960,5581,960,558
MISCELLANEOUS APPROPRIATIONS
MISCELLANEOUS APPROPRIATIONS
010US COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE ARMED FORCES, DEFENSE14,07814,078
030COOPERATIVE THREAT REDUCTION358,496358,496
040ACQ WORKFORCE DEV FD84,14084,140
050ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION, ARMY234,829234,829
060ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION, NAVY292,453292,453
070ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION, AIR FORCE368,131368,131
080ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION, DEFENSE8,2328,232
090ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION FORMERLY USED SITES203,717203,717
SUBTOTAL MISCELLANEOUS APPROPRIATIONS1,564,0761,564,076
TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS APPROPRIATIONS1,564,0761,564,076
TOTAL OPERATION & MAINTENANCE38,290,00038,290,000
XLIV
MILITARY PERSONNEL
4401.
Military personnel
SEC. 4401. MILITARY PERSONNEL(In Thousands of Dollars)
ItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
Military Personnel Appropriations130,491,227130,199,735
A–10 restoration: Military Personnel[132,069]
Basic Housing Allowance[400,000]
EC–130H Force Structure Restoration[19,639]
Financial Literacy Training[85,000]
Foreign Currency adjustments[–480,500]
National Guard State Partnership Program increase[5,000]
Prohibition on Per Diem Allowance Reduction[12,000]
Reversing the disestablishment of HSC–84 and HSC–85[30,700]
Unobligated balances[–495,400]
Medicare-Eligible Retiree Health Fund Contributions6,243,4496,243,449
4402.
Military personnel for overseas contingency operations
SEC. 4402. MILITARY PERSONNEL FOR OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS(In Thousands of Dollars)
ItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
Military Personnel Appropriations3,204,7583,204,758
XLV
OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS
4501.
Other authorizations
SEC. 4501. OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS(In Thousands of Dollars)
ItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, ARMY
INDUSTRIAL OPERATIONS
SUPPLY MANAGEMENT—ARMY50,43255,432
Pilot program for Continuous Technology Refreshment[5,000]
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, ARMY50,43255,432
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, NAVY
SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS5,000
Pilot program for Continuous Technology Refreshment[5,000]
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, NAVY5,000
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, AIR FORCE
SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS62,89867,898
Pilot program for Continuous Technology Refreshment[5,000]
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, AIR FORCE62,89867,898
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DEFENSE-WIDE
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT—DEF
DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY (DLA)45,08445,084
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DEFENSE-WIDE45,08445,084
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DECA
COMMISSARY RESALE STOCKS
COMMISSARY OPERATIONS1,154,1541,476,154
Restoration of Proposed Efficiencies[183,000]
Restoration of Savings from Legislative Proposals[139,000]
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DECA1,154,1541,476,154
NATIONAL DEFENSE SEALIFT FUND
MPF MLP
POST DELIVERY AND OUTFITTING15,456689,646
Transfer from SCN—TAO(X)[674,190]
NATIONAL DEF SEALIFT VESSEL
LG MED SPD RO/RO MAINTENANCE124,493124,493
DOD MOBILIZATION ALTERATIONS8,2438,243
TAH MAINTENANCE27,78427,784
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT25,19725,197
READY RESERVE FORCE272,991272,991
TOTAL NATIONAL DEFENSE SEALIFT FUND474,1641,148,354
NATIONAL SEA-BASED DETERRENCE FUND
DEVELOPMENT971,393
Transfer from RDTE, Navy, line 050[971,393]
PROPULSION419,300
Transfer from RDTE, Navy, line 045[419,300]
TOTAL NATIONAL SEA-BASED DETERRENCE FUND1,390,693
CHEM AGENTS & MUNITIONS DESTRUCTION
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE139,098139,098
RDT&E579,342579,342
PROCUREMENT2,2812,281
TOTAL CHEM AGENTS & MUNITIONS DESTRUCTION720,721720,721
DRUG INTERDICTION & CTR-DRUG ACTIVITIES, DEF
DRUG INTERDICTION AND COUNTER-DRUG ACTIVITIES, DEFENSE739,009789,009
Plan Central America[50,000]
DRUG DEMAND REDUCTION PROGRAM111,589111,589
TOTAL DRUG INTERDICTION & CTR-DRUG ACTIVITIES, DEF850,598900,598
OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE310,459310,459
RDT&E4,7004,700
PROCUREMENT1,0000
Program decrease[–1,000]
TOTAL OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL316,159315,159
DEFENSE HEALTH PROGRAM
IN-HOUSE CARE9,082,2989,082,298
PRIVATE SECTOR CARE14,892,68314,892,683
CONSOLIDATED HEALTH SUPPORT2,415,6582,415,658
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT1,677,8271,677,827
MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES327,967327,967
EDUCATION AND TRAINING750,614750,614
BASE OPERATIONS/COMMUNICATIONS1,742,8931,742,893
RESEARCH10,99610,996
EXPLORATRY DEVELOPMENT59,47359,473
ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT231,356231,356
DEMONSTRATION/VALIDATION103,443103,443
ENGINEERING DEVELOPMENT515,910515,910
MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT41,56741,567
CAPABILITIES ENHANCEMENT17,35617,356
INITIAL OUTFITTING33,39233,392
REPLACEMENT & MODERNIZATION330,504330,504
THEATER MEDICAL INFORMATION PROGRAM1,4941,494
IEHR7,8977,897
UNDISTRIBUTED–508,000
Foreign Currency adjustments[–54,700]
Unobligated balances[–453,300]
TOTAL DEFENSE HEALTH PROGRAM32,243,32831,735,328
TOTAL OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS35,917,53837,860,421
4502.
Other authorizations for overseas contingency operations
SEC. 4502. OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS FOR OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS(In Thousands of Dollars)
ItemFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, AIR FORCE
SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS
TRANSPORTATION OF FALLEN HEROES2,5002,500
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, AIR FORCE2,5002,500
WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DEFENSE-WIDE
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT—DEF
DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY (DLA)86,35086,350
TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL FUND, DEFENSE-WIDE86,35086,350
DRUG INTERDICTION & CTR-DRUG ACTIVITIES, DEF
DRUG INTERDICTION AND COUNTER-DRUG ACTIVITIES, DEFENSE186,000186,000
TOTAL DRUG INTERDICTION & CTR-DRUG ACTIVITIES, DEF186,000186,000
OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE10,26210,262
TOTAL OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL10,26210,262
DEFENSE HEALTH PROGRAM
IN-HOUSE CARE65,14965,149
PRIVATE SECTOR CARE192,210192,210
CONSOLIDATED HEALTH SUPPORT9,4609,460
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES
EDUCATION AND TRAINING5,8855,885
TOTAL DEFENSE HEALTH PROGRAM272,704272,704
TOTAL OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS557,816557,816
XLVI
MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
4601.
Military construction
SEC. 4601. MILITARY CONSTRUCTION(In Thousands of Dollars)
AccountState/Country and InstallationProject TitleFY 2016 RequestHouse Agreement
Alaska
ArmyFort GreelyPhysical Readiness Training Facility7,8007,800
California
ArmyConcordPier98,00098,000
Colorado
ArmyFort CarsonRotary Wing Taxiway5,8005,800
Georgia
ArmyFort GordonCommand and Control Facility90,00090,000
Germany
ArmyGrafenwoehrVehicle Maintenance Shop51,00051,000
New York
ArmyFort DrumNCO Academy Complex19,00019,000
ArmyU.S. Military AcademyWaste Water Treatment Plant70,00070,000
Oklahoma
ArmyFort SillReception Barracks Complex Ph256,00056,000
ArmyFort SillTraining Support Facility13,40013,400
Texas
ArmyCorpus ChristiPowertrain Facility (Infrastructure/Metal)85,00085,000
ArmyJoint Base San AntonioHomeland Defense Operations Center43,0000
Virginia
ArmyFort LeeTraining Support Facility33,00033,000
ArmyJoint Base Myer-HendersonInstruction Building37,0000
Worldwide Unspecified
ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsHost Nation Support36,00036,000
ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMinor Construction25,00025,000
ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design73,24573,245
Military Construction, Army Total743,245663,245
Arizona
NavyYumaAircraft Maint. Facilities & Apron (So. Cala)50,63550,635
Bahrain Island
NavySW AsiaMina Salman Pier Replacement37,7000
NavySW AsiaShip Maintenance Support Facility52,0910
California
NavyCamp PendletonWRA Water Pipeline Pendleton to Fallbrook44,54044,540
NavyCoronadoCoastal Campus Utilities4,8564,856
NavyLemooreF–35C Hangar Modernization and Addition56,49756,497
NavyLemooreF–35C Training Facilities8,1878,187
NavyLemooreRto and Mission Debrief Facility7,1467,146
NavyPoint MuguE–2C/D Hangar Additions and Renovations19,45319,453
NavyPoint MuguTriton Avionics and Fuel Systems Trainer2,9742,974
NavySan DiegoLCS Support Facility37,36637,366
NavyTwentynine PalmsMicrogrid Expansion9,1609,160
Florida
NavyJacksonvilleFleet Support Facility Addition8,4558,455
NavyJacksonvilleTriton Mission Control Facility8,2968,296
NavyMayportLCS Mission Module Readiness Center16,15916,159
NavyPensacolaA-School Unaccopanied Housing (Corry Station)18,34718,347
NavyWhiting FieldT–6B JPATS Training Operations Facility10,42110,421
Georgia
NavyAlbanyGround Source Heat Pumps7,8517,851
NavyKings BayIndustrial Control System Infrastructure8,0998,099
NavyTownsendTownsend Bombing Range Expansion Phase 248,27948,279
Guam
NavyJoint Region MarianasLive-Fire Training Range Complex (Nw Field)125,677125,677
NavyJoint Region MarianasMunicipal Solid Waste Landfill Closure10,77710,777
NavyJoint Region MarianasSanitary Sewer System Recapitalization45,31445,314
Hawaii
NavyBarking SandsPMRF Power Grid Consolidation30,62330,623
NavyJoint Base Pearl Harbor-HickamUEM Interconnect Sta C to Hickam6,3356,335
NavyJoint Base Pearl Harbor-HickamWelding School Shop Consolidation8,5468,546
NavyKaneohe BayAirfield Lighting Modernization26,09726,097
NavyKaneohe BayBachelor Enlisted Quarters68,09268,092
NavyKaneohe BayP–8A Detachment Support Facilities12,42912,429
Italy
NavySigonellaP–8A Hangar and Fleet Support Facility62,3020
NavySigonellaTriton Hangar and Operation Facility40,6410
Japan
NavyCamp ButlerMilitary Working Dog Facilities (Camp Hansen)11,69711,697
NavyIwakuniE–2D Operational Trainer Complex8,7168,716
NavyIwakuniSecurity Modifications—CVW5/MAG12 HQ9,2079,207
NavyKadena ABAircraft Maint. Shelters & Apron23,31023,310
NavyYokosukaChild Development Center13,84613,846
Maryland
NavyPatuxent RiverUnaccompanied Housing40,93540,935
North Carolina
NavyCamp Lejeune2nd Radio BN Complex Operations Consolidation00
NavyCamp LejeuneSimulator Integration/Range Control Facility54,84954,849
NavyCherry Point Marine Corps Air StationKC130J Enlsited Air Crew Trainer Facility4,7694,769
NavyCherry Point Marine Corps Air StationUnmanned Aircraft System Facilities29,65729,657
NavyNew RiverOperational Trainer Facility3,3123,312
NavyNew RiverRadar Air Traffic Control Facility Addition4,9184,918
Poland
NavyRedzikowo BaseAegis Ashore Missile Defense Complex51,2700
South Carolina
NavyParris IslandRange Safety Improvements & Modernization27,07527,075
Virginia
NavyDam NeckMaritime Surveillance System Facility23,06623,066
NavyNorfolkCommunications Center75,28975,289
NavyNorfolkElectrical Repairs to Piers 2,6,7, and 1144,25444,254
NavyNorfolkMH60 Helicopter Training Facility7,1347,134
NavyPortsmouthWaterfront Utilities45,51345,513
NavyQuanticoATFP Gate5,8405,840
NavyQuanticoElectrical Distribution Upgrade8,4188,418
NavyQuanticoEmbassy Security Guard BEQ & Ops Facility43,94143,941
Washington
NavyBangorRegional Ship Maintenance Support Facility00
NavyBangorWra Land/Water Interface34,17734,177
NavyBremertonDry Dock 6 Modernization & Utility Improve.22,68022,680
NavyIndian IslandShore Power to Ammunition Pier4,4724,472
Worldwide Unspecified
NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMCON Design Funds91,64991,649
NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUnspecified Minor Construction22,59022,590
Military Construction, Navy Total1,605,9291,361,925
Alaska
AFEielson AFBF–35A Flight Sim/Alter Squad Ops/AMU Facility37,00037,000
AFEielson AFBRpr Central Heat & Power Plant Boiler Ph334,40034,400
Arizona
AFDavis-Monthan AFBHC–130J Age Covered Storage4,7004,700
AFDavis-Monthan AFBHC–130J Wash Rack12,20012,200
AFLuke AFBF–35A ADAL Fuel Offload Facility5,0005,000
AFLuke AFBF–35A Aircraft Maintenance Hangar/Sq 313,20013,200
AFLuke AFBF–35A Bomb Build-up Facility5,5005,500
AFLuke AFBF–35A Sq Ops/AMU/Hangar/Sq 433,00033,000
Colorado
AFU.S. Air Force AcademyFront Gates Force Protection Enhancements10,00010,000
Florida
AFCape Canaveral AFSRange Communications Facility21,00021,000
AFEglin AFBF–35A Consolidated HQ Facility8,7008,700
AFHurlburt FieldADAL 39 Information Operations Squad Facility14,20014,200
Greenland
AFThule ABThule Consolidation Ph 141,96541,965
Guam
AFJoint Region MarianasAPR—Dispersed Maint Spares & Se Storage Fac19,00019,000
AFJoint Region MarianasAPR—Installation Control Center22,20022,200
AFJoint Region MarianasAPR—South Ramp Utilities Phase 27,1007,100
AFJoint Region MarianasPAR—LO/Corrosion Cntrl/Composite Repair00
AFJoint Region MarianasPRTC Roads2,5002,500
Hawaii
AFJoint Base Pearl Harbor-HickamF–22 Fighter Alert Facility46,00046,000
Japan
AFYokota ABC–130J Flight Simulator Facility8,4618,461
Kansas
AFMcconnell AFBKC–46A ADAL Deicing Pads4,3004,300
Maryland
AFFort MeadeCybercom Joint Operations Center, Increment 386,00086,000
Missouri
AFWhiteman AFBConsolidated Stealth Ops & Nuclear Alert Fac29,50029,500
Montana
AFMalmstrom AFBTactical Response Force Alert Facility19,70019,700
Nebraska
AFOffutt AFBDormitory (144 Rm)21,00021,000
Nevada
AFNellis AFBF–35A Airfield Pavements31,00031,000
AFNellis AFBF–35A Live Ordnance Loading Area34,50034,500
AFNellis AFBF–35A Munitions Maintenance Facilities3,4503,450
New Mexico
AFCannon AFBConstruct AT/FP Gate—Portales7,8007,800
AFHolloman AFBMarshalling Area Arm/DE-Arm Pad D3,0003,000
AFKirtland AFBSpace Vehicles Component Development Lab12,80012,800
Niger
AFAgadezConstruct Airfield and Base Camp50,0000
North Carolina
AFSeymour Johnson AFBAir Traffic Control Tower/Base Ops Facility17,10017,100
Oklahoma
AFAltus AFBDormitory (120 Rm)18,00018,000
AFAltus AFBKC–46A FTU ADAL Fuel Cell Maint Hangar10,40010,400
AFTinker AFBAir Traffic Control Tower12,90012,900
AFTinker AFBKC–46A Depot Maintenance Dock37,00037,000
Oman
AFAL Musannah ABAirlift Apron25,0000
South Dakota
AFEllsworth AFBDormitory (168 Rm)23,00023,000
Texas
AFJoint Base San AntonioBMT Classrooms/Dining Facility 335,00035,000
AFJoint Base San AntonioBMT Recruit Dormitory 571,00071,000
United Kingdom
AFCroughton RAFConsolidated SATCOM/Tech Control Facility36,42436,424
AFCroughton RAFJIAC Consolidation—Ph 294,19194,191
Utah
AFHill AFBF–35A Flight Simulator Addition Phase 25,9005,900
AFHill AFBF–35A Hangar 40/42 Additions and AMU21,00021,000
AFHill AFBHayman Igloos11,50011,500
Worldwide Classified
AFClassified LocationLong Range Strike Bomber77,13077,130
AFClassified LocationMunitions Storage3,0003,000
Worldwide Unspecified
AFVarious Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design89,16489,164
AFVarious Worldwide LocationsUnspecified Minor Military Construction22,90022,900
Wyoming
AFF. E. Warren AFBWeapon Storage Facility95,00095,000
Military Construction, Air Force Total1,354,7851,279,785
Alabama
Def-WideFort RuckerFort Rucker ES/PS Consolidation/Replacement46,78746,787
Def-WideMaxwell AFBMaxwell ES/MS Replacement/Renovation32,96832,968
Arizona
Def-WideFort HuachucaJITC Buildings 52101/52111 Renovations3,8843,884
California
Def-WideCamp PendletonSOF Combat Service Support Facility10,18110,181
Def-WideCamp PendletonSOF Performance Resiliency Center-West10,3710
Def-WideCoronadoSOF Logistics Support Unit One Ops Fac. #247,2180
Def-WideFresno Yosemite IAP ANGReplace Fuel Storage and Distrib. Facilities10,70010,700
Colorado
Def-WideFort CarsonSOF Language Training Facility8,2438,243
Conus Classified
Def-WideClassified LocationOperations Support Facility20,0650
Delaware
Def-WideDover AFBConstruct Hydrant Fuel System21,60021,600
Djibouti
Def-WideCamp LemonierConstruct Fuel Storage & Distrib. Facilities43,7000
Florida
Def-WideHurlburt FieldSOF Fuel Cell Maintenance Hangar17,98917,989
Def-WideMacdill AFBSOF Operational Support Facility39,14239,142
Georgia
Def-WideMoody AFBReplace Pumphouse and Truck Fillstands10,90010,900
Germany
Def-WideGarmischGarmisch E/MS-Addition/Modernization14,67614,676
Def-WideGrafenwoehrGrafenwoehr Elementary School Replacement38,13838,138
Def-WideRhine Ordnance BarracksMedical Center Replacement Incr 585,03485,034
Def-WideSpangdahlem ABConstruct Fuel Pipeline5,5005,500
Def-WideSpangdahlem ABMedical/Dental Clinic Addition34,07134,071
Def-WideStuttgart-Patch BarracksPatch Elementary School Replacement49,41349,413
Hawaii
Def-WideKaneohe BayMedical/Dental Clinic Replacement122,07190,257
Def-WideSchofield BarracksBehavioral Health/Dental Clinic Addition123,83887,800
Japan
Def-WideKadena ABAirfield Pavements37,48537,485
Kentucky
Def-WideFort Campbell, KentuckySOF Company HQ/Classrooms12,55312,553
Def-WideFort KnoxFort Knox HS Renovation/MS Addition23,27923,279
Maryland
Def-WideFort MeadeNSAW Campus Feeders Phase 233,74533,745
Def-WideFort MeadeNSAW Recapitalize Building #2 Incr 134,89734,897
Nevada
Def-WideNellis AFBReplace Hydrant Fuel System39,90039,900
New Mexico
Def-WideCannon AFBConstruct Pumphouse and Fuel Storage20,40020,400
Def-WideCannon AFBSOF Squadron Operations Facility11,56511,565
Def-WideCannon AFBSOF ST Operational Training Facilities13,14613,146
New York
Def-WideWest PointWest Point Elementary School Replacement55,77855,778
North Carolina
Def-WideCamp LejeuneSOF Combat Service Support Facility14,03614,036
Def-WideCamp LejeuneSOF Marine Battalion Company/Team Facilities54,97054,970
Def-WideFort BraggButner Elementary School Replacement32,94432,944
Def-WideFort BraggSOF 21 STS Operations Facility16,86314,334
Def-WideFort BraggSOF Battalion Operations Facility38,54938,549
Def-WideFort BraggSOF Indoor Range8,3038,303
Def-WideFort BraggSOF Intelligence Training Center28,26528,265
Def-WideFort BraggSOF Special Tactics Facility (Ph 2)43,88743,887
Ohio
Def-WideWright-Patterson AFBSatellite Pharmacy Replacement6,6236,623
Oregon
Def-WideKlamath Falls IAPReplace Fuel Facilities2,5002,500
Pennsylvania
Def-WidePhiladelphiaReplace Headquarters49,70049,700
Poland
Def-WideRedzikowo BaseAegis Ashore Missile Defense System Complex169,1530
South Carolina
Def-WideFort JacksonPierce Terrace Elementary School Replacement26,15726,157
Spain
Def-WideRotaRota ES and HS Additions13,73713,737
Texas
Def-WideFort BlissHospital Replacement Incr 7239,884189,884
Def-WideJoint Base San AntonioAmbulatory Care Center Phase 461,77661,776
Virginia
Def-WideArlington National CemeteryArlington Cemetery Southern Expansion (DAR)030,000
Def-WideFort BelvoirConstruct Visitor Control Center5,0005,000
Def-WideFort BelvoirReplace Ground Vehicle Fueling Facility4,5004,500
Def-WideJoint Base Langley-EustisReplace Fuel Pier and Distribution Facility28,00028,000
Def-WideJoint Expeditionary Base Little Creek—StorySOF Applied Instruction Facility23,91623,916
Worldwide Unspecified
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsContingency Construction10,0000
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsECIP Design10,00010,000
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsEnergy Conservation Investment Program150,000150,000
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsExercise Related Minor Construction8,6878,687
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design3,0413,041
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design31,62831,628
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design1,0781,078
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design27,20227,202
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design42,18342,183
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design13,50013,500
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUnspecified Minor Construction5,0005,000
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUnspecified Minor Construction3,0003,000
Def-WideUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUnspecified Minor Construction15,67615,676
Def-WideVarious Worldwide LocationsEast Coast Missle Site Planning and Design030,000
Def-WideVarious Worldwide LocationsPlanning & Design31,77231,772
Military Construction, Defense-Wide Total2,300,7671,939,879
Worldwide Unspecified
NATONATO Security Investment ProgramNATO Security Investment Program120,000150,000
NATO Security Investment Program Total120,000150,000
Connecticut
Army NGCamp HartellReady Building (CST-WMD)11,00011,000
Delaware
Army NGDagsboroNational Guard Vehicle Maintenance Shop10,8000
Florida
Army NGPalm CoastNational Guard Readiness Center18,00018,000
Illinois
Army NGSpartaBasic 10m–25m Firing Range (Zero)1,9001,900
Kansas
Army NGSalinaAutomated Combat Pistol/MP Firearms Qual Cour2,4002,400
Army NGSalinaModified Record Fire Range4,3004,300
Maryland
Army NGEastonNational Guard Readiness Center13,80013,800
Nevada
Army NGRenoNational Guard Vehicle Maintenance Shop Add/Alt8,0008,000
Ohio
Army NGCamp RavennaModified Record Fire Range3,3003,300
Oregon
Army NGSalemNational Guard/Reserve Center Bldg Add/Alt (JFHQ)16,50016,500
Pennsylvania
Army NGFort Indiantown GapTraining Aids Center16,00016,000
Vermont
Army NGNorth Hyde ParkNational Guard Vehicle Maintenance Shop Add7,9007,900
Virginia
Army NGRichmondNational Guard/Reserve Center Building (JFHQ)29,00029,000
Washington
Army NGYakimaEnlisted Barracks, Transient Training19,0000
Worldwide Unspecified
Army NGUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design20,33720,337
Army NGUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUnspecified Minor Construction15,00015,000
Military Construction, Army National Guard Total197,237167,437
California
Army ResMiramarArmy Reserve Center24,00024,000
Florida
Army ResMacdill AFBAR Center/ AS Facility55,00055,000
Mississippi
Army ResStarkvilleArmy Reserve Center9,3000
New York
Army ResOrangeburgOrganizational Maintenance Shop4,2004,200
Pennsylvania
Army ResConneaut LakeDAR Highway Improvement5,0005,000
Worldwide Unspecified
Army ResUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design9,3189,318
Army ResUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUnspecified Minor Construction6,7776,777
Military Construction, Army Reserve Total113,595104,295
Nevada
N/MC ResFallonNavopsptcen Fallon11,48011,480
New York
N/MC ResBrooklynReserve Center Storage Facility2,4792,479
Virginia
N/MC ResDam NeckReserve Training Center Complex18,44318,443
Worldwide Unspecified
N/MC ResUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMCNR Planning & Design2,2082,208
N/MC ResUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMCNR Unspecified Minor Construction1,4681,468
Military Construction, Naval Reserve Total36,07836,078
Alabama
Air NGDannelly FieldTFI—Replace Squadron Operations Facility7,6007,600
Arkansas
Air NGFort Smith MapConsolidated SCIF00
California
Air NGMoffett FieldReplace Vehicle Maintenance Facility6,5006,500
Colorado
Air NGBuckley Air Force BaseASE Maintenance and Storage Facility5,1005,100
Georgia
Air NGSavannah/Hilton Head IAPC–130 Squadron Operations Facility9,0009,000
Iowa
Air NGDes Moines MAPAir Operations Grp/Cyber Beddown-Reno Blg 4306,7006,700
Kansas
Air NGSmokey Hill ANG RangeRange Training Support Facilities2,9002,900
Louisiana
Air NGNew OrleansReplace Squadron Operations Facility10,00010,000
Maine
Air NGBangor IAPAdd to and Alter Fire Crash/Rescue Station7,2007,200
New Hampshire
Air NGPease International Trade PortKC–46A Adal Flight Simulator Bldg 1562,8002,800
New Jersey
Air NGAtlantic City IAPFuel Cell and Corrosion Control Hangar10,20010,200
New York
Air NGNiagara Falls IAPRemotely Piloted Aircraft Beddown Bldg 9127,7007,700
North Carolina
Air NGCharlotte/Douglas IAPReplace C–130 Squadron Operations Facility9,0009,000
North Dakota
Air NGHector IAPIntel Targeting Facilities7,3007,300
Oklahoma
Air NGWill Rogers World AirportMedium Altitude Manned ISR Beddown7,6007,600
Oregon
Air NGKlamath Falls IAPReplace Fire Crash/Rescue Station7,2007,200
West Virginia
Air NGYeager AirportForce Protection- Relocate Coonskin Road3,9003,900
Worldwide Unspecified
Air NGVarious Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design5,1045,104
Air NGVarious Worldwide LocationsUnspecified Minor Construction7,7347,734
Military Construction, Air National Guard Total123,538123,538
Arizona
AF ResDavis-Monthan AFBGuardian Angel Operations00
California
AF ResMarch AFBSatellite Fire Station4,6004,600
Florida
AF ResPatrick AFBAircrew Life Support Facility3,4003,400
Ohio
AF ResYoungstownIndoor Firing Range9,4009,400
Texas
AF ResJoint Base San AntonioConsolidate 433 Medical Facility9,9009,900
Worldwide Unspecified
AF ResVarious Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design13,40013,400
AF ResVarious Worldwide LocationsUnspecified Minor Military Construction6,1216,121
Military Construction, Air Force Reserve Total46,82146,821
Florida
FH Con ArmyCamp RudderFamily Housing Replacement Construction8,0008,000
Germany
FH Con ArmyWiesbaden Army AirfieldFamily Housing Improvements3,5003,500
Illinois
FH Con ArmyRock IslandFamily Housing Replacement Construction20,00020,000
Korea
FH Con ArmyCamp WalkerFamily Housing New Construction61,00061,000
Worldwide Unspecified
FH Con ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsFamily Housing P & D7,1957,195
Family Housing Construction, Army Total99,69599,695
Worldwide Unspecified
FH Ops ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsFurnishings25,55225,552
FH Ops ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsLeased Housing144,879144,879
FH Ops ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMaintenance of Real Property Facilities75,19775,197
FH Ops ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsManagement Account3,0473,047
FH Ops ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsManagement Account45,46845,468
FH Ops ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMilitary Housing Privitization Initiative22,00022,000
FH Ops ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMiscellaneous840840
FH Ops ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsServices10,92810,928
FH Ops ArmyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUtilities65,60065,600
Family Housing Operation And Maintenance, Army Total393,511393,511
Worldwide Unspecified
FH Con AFUnspecified Worldwide LocationsImprovements150,649150,649
FH Con AFUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPlanning and Design9,8499,849
Family Housing Construction, Air Force Total160,498160,498
Worldwide Unspecified
FH Ops AFUnspecified Worldwide LocationsFurnishings Account38,74638,746
FH Ops AFUnspecified Worldwide LocationsHousing Privatization41,55441,554
FH Ops AFUnspecified Worldwide LocationsLeasing28,86728,867
FH Ops AFUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMaintenance114,129114,129
FH Ops AFUnspecified Worldwide LocationsManagement Account52,15352,153
FH Ops AFUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMiscellaneous Account2,0322,032
FH Ops AFUnspecified Worldwide LocationsServices Account12,94012,940
FH Ops AFUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUtilities Account40,81140,811
Family Housing Operation And Maintenance, Air Force Total331,232331,232
Virginia
FH Con NavyWallops IslandConstruct Housing Welcome Center438438
Worldwide Unspecified
FH Con NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsDesign4,5884,588
FH Con NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsImprovements11,51511,515
Family Housing Construction, Navy And Marine Corps Total16,54116,541
Worldwide Unspecified
FH Ops NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsFurnishings Account17,53417,534
FH Ops NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsLeasing64,10864,108
FH Ops NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMaintenance of Real Property99,32399,323
FH Ops NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsManagement Account56,18956,189
FH Ops NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMiscellaneous Account373373
FH Ops NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsPrivatization Support Costs28,66828,668
FH Ops NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsServices Account19,14919,149
FH Ops NavyUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUtilities Account67,69267,692
Family Housing Operation And Maintenance, Navy And Marine Corps Total353,036353,036
Worldwide Unspecified
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsFurnishings Account3,4023,402
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsFurnishings Account2020
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsFurnishings Account781781
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsLeasing10,67910,679
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsLeasing41,27341,273
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMaintenance of Real Property1,1041,104
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsMaintenance of Real Property344344
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsManagement Account388388
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsServices Account3131
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUtilities Account474474
FH Ops DWUnspecified Worldwide LocationsUtilities Account172172
Family Housing Operation And Maintenance, Defense-Wide Total58,66858,668
Worldwide Unspecified
BRACBase Realignment & Closure, ArmyBase Realignment and Closure29,69129,691
Base Realignment and Closure—Army Total29,69129,691
Worldwide Unspecified
BRACBase Realignment & Closure, NavyBase Realignment & Closure118,906118,906
BRACUnspecified Worldwide LocationsDON–100: Planing, Design and Management7,7877,787
BRACUnspecified Worldwide LocationsDON–101: Various Locations20,87120,871
BRACUnspecified Worldwide LocationsDON–138: NAS Brunswick, ME803803
BRACUnspecified Worldwide LocationsDON–157: Mcsa Kansas City, MO4141
BRACUnspecified Worldwide LocationsDON–172: NWS Seal Beach, Concord, CA4,8724,872
BRACUnspecified Worldwide LocationsDON–84: JRB Willow Grove & Cambria Reg Ap3,8083,808
Base Realignment and Closure—Navy Total157,088157,088
Worldwide Unspecified
BRACUnspecified Worldwide LocationsDOD BRAC Activities—Air Force64,55564,555
Base Realignment and Closure—Air Force Total64,55564,555
Worldwide Unspecified
PYSUnspecified Worldwide LocationsAir Force0–52,600
PYSUnspecified Worldwide LocationsArmy0–96,000
PYSUnspecified Worldwide LocationsDefense-Wide0–134,000
PYSUnspecified Worldwide LocationsHousing Assistance Program0–103,918
Prior Year Savings Total0–386,518
Total, Military Construction8,306,5107,151,000
4602.
Military construction for overseas contingency operations
SEC. 4602. MILITARY CONSTRUCTION FOR OVERSEAS CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS(In Thousands of Dollars)
AccountState/Country and InstallationProject TitleFY 2016 RequestHouse Agreement
Cuba
ArmyGuantanamo BayUnaccompanied Personnel Housing076,000
Military Construction, Army Total076,000
Bahrain
NavyBahrain IslandMina Salman Pier Replacement037,700
NavyBahrain IslandShip Maintenance Support Facility052,091
Italy
NavySigonellaP–8A Hangar and Fleet Support Facility062,302
NavySigonellaTriton Hangar and Operation Facility040,641
Poland
NavyRedzikowoAEGIS Shore Missile Defense Complex051,270
Military Construction, Navy Total0244,004
Niger
AFAgadezConstruct Air Field and Base Camp050,000
Oman
AFAl Mussanah ABAirlift Apron025,000
Military Construction, Air Force Total075,000
Djibouti
Def-WideCamp LemonierConstruct Fuel Storage and Distribution Facilities043,700
Poland
Def-WideRedzikowoAEGIS Shore Missile Defense Complex093,296
Military Construction, Defense-Wide Total0136,996
Total, Military Construction0532,000
XLVII
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS
4701.
Department of Energy national security programs
SEC. 4701. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS(In Thousands of Dollars)
ProgramFY 2016 RequestHouse Authorized
Discretionary Summary By Appropriation
Energy And Water Development, And Related Agencies
Appropriation Summary:
Energy Programs
Nuclear Energy135,161135,161
Atomic Energy Defense Activities
National nuclear security administration:
Weapons activities8,846,9489,084,648
Defense nuclear nonproliferation1,940,3021,901,302
Naval reactors1,375,4961,387,496
Federal salaries and expenses402,654396,654
Total, National nuclear security administration12,565,40012,770,100
Environmental and other defense activities:
Defense environmental cleanup5,527,3475,143,150
Other defense activities774,425778,625
Total, Environmental & other defense activities6,301,7725,921,775
Total, Atomic Energy Defense Activities18,867,17218,691,875
Total, Discretionary Funding19,002,33318,827,036
Nuclear Energy
Idaho sitewide safeguards and security126,161126,161
Used nuclear fuel disposition9,0009,000
Total, Nuclear Energy135,161135,161
Weapons Activities
Directed stockpile work
Life extension programs
B61 Life extension program643,300643,300
W76 Life extension program244,019244,019
W88 Alt 370220,176220,176
W80–4 Life extension program195,037195,037
Total, Life extension programs1,302,5321,302,532
Stockpile systems
B61 Stockpile systems52,24773,247
W76 Stockpile systems50,92150,921
W78 Stockpile systems64,09264,092
W80 Stockpile systems68,00568,005
B83 Stockpile systems42,17751,177
W87 Stockpile systems89,29989,299
W88 Stockpile systems115,685115,685
Total, Stockpile systems482,426512,426
Weapons dismantlement and disposition
Operations and maintenance48,04948,049
Stockpile services
Production support447,527447,527
Research and development support34,15934,159
R&D certification and safety192,613203,813
Management, technology, and production264,994264,994
Total, Stockpile services939,293950,493
Nuclear material commodities
Uranium sustainment32,91632,916
Plutonium sustainment174,698183,098
Tritium sustainment107,345107,345
Domestic uranium enrichment100,000100,000
Total, Nuclear material commodities414,959423,359
Total, Directed stockpile work3,187,2593,236,859
Research, development, test and evaluation (RDT&E)
Science
Advanced certification50,71450,714
Primary assessment technologies98,500120,100
Dynamic materials properties109,000109,000
Advanced radiography47,00047,000
Secondary assessment technologies84,40084,400
Total, Science389,614411,214
Engineering
Enhanced surety50,82151,921
Weapon systems engineering assessment technology17,37117,371
Nuclear survivability24,46126,861
Enhanced surveillance38,72438,724
Total, Engineering 131,377134,877
Inertial confinement fusion ignition and high yield
Ignition73,33467,334
Support of other stockpile programs22,84322,843
Diagnostics, cryogenics and experimental support58,58758,587
Pulsed power inertial confinement fusion4,9634,963
Joint program in high energy density laboratory plasmas8,9008,900
Facility operations and target production333,823322,823
Total, Inertial confinement fusion and high yield502,450485,450
Advanced simulation and computing623,006617,006
Advanced manufacturing
Component manufacturing development112,256112,256
Processing technology development17,80017,800
Total, Advanced manufacturing130,056130,056
Total, RDT&E1,776,5031,778,603
Readiness in technical base and facilities (RTBF)
Operating
Program readiness75,18575,185
Material recycle and recovery173,859173,859
Storage40,92040,920
Recapitalization104,327104,327
Total, Operating394,291394,291
Construction:
15–D–302, TA–55 Reinvestment project, Phase 3, LANL18,19518,195
11–D–801 TA–55 Reinvestment project Phase 2, LANL3,9033,903
07–D–220 Radioactive liquid waste treatment facility upgrade project, LANL11,53311,533
07–D–220-04 Transuranic liquid waste facility, LANL40,94940,949
06–D–141 PED/Construction, Uranium Capabilities Replacement Project Y–12430,000430,000
04–D–125 Chemistry and metallurgy replacement project, LANL155,610155,610
Total, Construction660,190660,190
Total, Readiness in technical base and facilities1,054,4811,054,481
Secure transportation asset
Operations and equipment146,272146,272
Program direction105,338105,338
Total, Secure transportation asset251,610251,610
Infrastructure and safety
Operations of facilities
Kansas City Plant100,250100,250
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory70,67170,671
Los Alamos National Laboratory196,460196,460
Nevada National Security Site89,00089,000
Pantex58,02158,021
Sandia National Laboratory115,300115,300
Savannah River Site80,46380,463
Y–12 National security complex120,625120,625
Total, Operations of facilities830,790830,790
Safety operations107,701107,701
Maintenance227,000251,000
Recapitalization257,724407,724
Construction:
16–D–621 Substation replacement at TA–3, LANL25,00025,000
15–D–613 Emergency Operations Center, Y–1217,91917,919
Total, Construction42,91942,919
Total, Infrastructure and safety1,466,1341,640,134
Site stewardship
Nuclear materials integration17,51017,510
Minority serving institution partnerships program19,08519,085
Total, Site stewardship36,59536,595
Defense nuclear security
Operations and maintenance619,891631,891
Construction:
14–D–710 Device assembly facility argus installation project, NV13,00013,000
Total, Defense nuclear security632,891644,891
Information technology and cybersecurity157,588157,588
Legacy contractor pensions283,887283,887
Total, Weapons Activities8,846,9489,084,648
Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation
Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation Programs
Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation R&D
Global material security426,751336,751
Material management and minimization311,584331,584
Nonproliferation and arms control126,703126,703
Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation R&D419,333439,333
Nonproliferation Construction:
99–D–143 Mixed Oxide (MOX) Fuel Fabrication Facility, SRS345,000345,000
Total, Nonproliferation construction345,000345,000
Total, Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation Programs1,629,3711,579,371
Legacy contractor pensions94,61794,617
Nuclear counterterrorism and incident response program234,390245,390
Use of prior-year balances–18,076–18,076
Total, Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation1,940,3021,901,302
Naval Reactors
Naval reactors operations and infrastructure445,196445,196
Naval reactors development444,400444,400
Ohio replacement reactor systems development186,800186,800
S8G Prototype refueling133,000133,000
Program direction45,00045,000
Construction:
15–D–904 NRF Overpack Storage Expansion 3900900
15–D–903 KL Fire System Upgrade600600
15–D–902 KS Engineroom team trainer facility3,1003,100
14–D–902 KL Materials characterization laboratory expansion, KAPL30,00030,000
14–D–901 Spent fuel handling recapitalization project, NRF86,00098,000
10-D–903, Security upgrades, KAPL500500
Total, Construction121,100133,100
Total, Naval Reactors1,375,4961,387,496
Federal Salaries And Expenses
Program direction402,654396,654
Total, Office Of The Administrator402,654396,654
Defense Environmental Cleanup
Closure sites:
Closure sites administration4,8894,889
Hanford site:
River corridor and other cleanup operations:
River corridor and other cleanup operations196,957268,957
Central plateau remediation:
Central plateau remediation555,163555,163
Richland community and regulatory support14,70114,701
Construction:
15–D–401 Containerized sludge removal annex, RL77,01677,016
Total, Hanford site843,837915,837
Idaho National Laboratory:
Idaho cleanup and waste disposition357,783357,783
Idaho community and regulatory support3,0003,000
Total, Idaho National Laboratory360,783360,783
NNSA sites
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory1,3661,366
Nevada62,38562,385
Sandia National Laboratories2,5002,500
Los Alamos National Laboratory188,625188,625
Total, NNSA sites and Nevada off-sites254,876254,876
Oak Ridge Reservation:
OR Nuclear facility D & D
OR Nuclear facility D & D75,95875,958
Construction:
14–D–403 Outfall 200 Mercury Treatment Facility6,8006,800
Total, OR Nuclear facility D & D82,75882,758
U233 Disposition Program26,89526,895
OR cleanup and disposition:
OR cleanup and disposition60,50060,500
Total, OR cleanup and disposition60,50060,500
OR reservation community and regulatory support4,4004,400
Solid waste stabilization and disposition
Oak Ridge technology development2,8002,800
Total, Oak Ridge Reservation177,353177,353
Office of River Protection:
Waste treatment and immobilization plant
01–D–416 A-D/ORP-0060 / Major construction595,000595,000
01–D–16E Pretreatment facility95,00095,000
Total, Waste treatment and immobilization plant690,000690,000
Tank farm activities
Rad liquid tank waste stabilization and disposition649,000649,000
Construction:
15–D–409 Low Activity Waste Pretreatment System, Hanford75,00075,000
Total, Tank farm activities724,000724,000
Total, Office of River protection1,414,0001,414,000
Savannah River sites:
Savannah River risk management operations386,652398,252
SR community and regulatory support11,24911,249
Radioactive liquid tank waste:
Radioactive liquid tank waste stabilization and disposition581,878581,878
Construction:
15–D–402—Saltstone Disposal Unit #634,64234,642
05–D–405 Salt waste processing facility, Savannah River194,000194,000
Total, Construction228,642228,642
Total, Radioactive liquid tank waste810,520810,520
Total, Savannah River site1,208,4211,220,021
Waste Isolation Pilot Plant
Waste isolation pilot plant212,600212,600
Construction:
15–D–411 Safety significant confinement ventilation system, WIPP23,21823,218
15–D–412 Exhaust shaft, WIPP7,5007,500
Total, Construction30,71830,718
Total, Waste Isolation Pilot Plant243,318243,318
Program direction281,951281,951
Program support14,97914,979
Safeguards and Security:
Oak Ridge Reservation17,22817,228
Paducah8,2168,216
Portsmouth8,4928,492
Richland/Hanford Site67,60167,601
Savannah River Site128,345128,345
Waste Isolation Pilot Project4,8604,860
West Valley1,8911,891
Technology development14,51018,510
Subtotal, Defense environmental cleanup5,055,5505,143,150
Uranium enrichment D&D fund contribution471,7970
Total, Defense Environmental Cleanup5,527,3475,143,150
Other Defense Activities
Specialized security activities221,855226,055
Environment, health, safety and security
Environment, health, safety and security120,693120,693
Program direction63,10563,105
Total, Environment, Health, safety and security183,798183,798
Enterprise assessments
Enterprise assessments24,06824,068
Program direction49,46649,466
Total, Enterprise assessments73,53473,534
Office of Legacy Management
Legacy management154,080154,080
Program direction13,10013,100
Total, Office of Legacy Management167,180167,180
Defense-related activities
Defense related administrative support
Chief financial officer35,75835,758
Chief information officer83,80083,800
Management3,0003,000
Total, Defense related administrative support122,558122,558
Office of hearings and appeals5,5005,500
Subtotal, Other defense activities774,425778,625
Total, Other Defense Activities774,425778,625
Passed the House of Representatives May 15, 2015.Clerk.