H.R. 4350 is the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022. It authorizes Department of Defense (DOD) activities and programs for FY2022 and covers a wide range of defense and national security topics. Rep. Adam Smith of Washington introduced the bill on July 2, 2021.
What does this bill actually do?
The bill covers a broad set of defense topics. It sets rules for aircraft and ship purchases, limits on the F-35 program, and new requirements around burn pits and hazardous waste disposal outside the United States. It also addresses military family support, pay for low-income service members, and cybersecurity needs of federal agencies.
Does it address military personnel issues?
Yes. The bill would expand Selective Service registration to include women. It also requires the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard to appoint special victim prosecutors, and directs that sexual harassment complaints between service members be handled by an independent investigator.
Where does the bill stand?
The most recent action on the bill, recorded on March 1, 2022, shows it was returned to the Calendar, Calendar No. 144.
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