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US HR6158

US HR6158
Countering the People’s Republic of China Maritime Militia Fleet Act


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Introduced
12/07/2021
In Committee
12/07/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require a study on the challenges posed by the emergence of militia fleets in the South China Sea, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Department of Defense to conduct a study on the challenges posed by the emergence of militia fleets, which refers to the People's Armed Forces Maritime Militia or other subsets of China's national militias, in the South China Sea. The study will include a tactical threat assessment, an assessment of the capabilities of the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard, options for countering these militia fleets, and an assessment of future capabilities needed to address these challenges. The Secretary of Defense must submit a report on the study's findings to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees within one year of the bill's enactment.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (on 12/07/2021)

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