Bill > HR8554

This bill, titled the Defense Community Infrastructure Program Revisions Act, aims to expand the existing Defense Community Infrastructure Pilot Program to include installations of the Coast Guard. The program, which is part of Title 10 of the United States Code, provides funding for community infrastructure projects that support military installations. Currently, the Secretary of Defense manages this program, but this bill would require the Secretary to consult with the Commandant of the Coast Guard when considering projects related to Coast Guard installations, ensuring that the selection and prioritization of these projects align with the Coast Guard's needs. Furthermore, the bill clarifies that for the purposes of this program, a "military installation" will now encompass installations of the Coast Guard, which operates under the Department of Homeland Security. This expansion means that grants made under this program can be used to support any Coast Guard mission authorized by law, specifically referencing section 888 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002.