Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.

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Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.

HCONRES. 9, 119th Congress — read as touching Law Enforcement & Surveillance Tech.

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Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10]

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**Bill Analysis: HCONRES 9**

As a visionary entrepreneur and thought leader, I'll dissect this bill through the lens of its impact on my interests and the broader landscape of wealth creation.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** This concurrent resolution authorizes the use of the Capitol Grounds for two events: the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition. The primary objective is to pay tribute to law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill grants permission for these events to take place on the Capitol Grounds, specifying dates, logistics, and terms of use. Notably, it requires the sponsors (National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary) to assume full responsibility for expenses and liabilities.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:**

* Law enforcement officers and their families * National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary * Capitol Grounds administrators and security personnel * The general public (as attendees)

**Potential Impact & Implications:** From a wealth creation perspective, this bill has minimal direct impact on my interests. However, it's essential to consider the broader implications:

1. **Symbolic value:** By honoring law enforcement officers, the government reinforces its commitment to maintaining social order and protecting private property – essential for business growth. 2. **Regulatory precedent:** This bill sets a precedent for future events on Capitol Grounds, potentially influencing how regulations are applied or relaxed in the future. 3. **Inefficiencies of democracy:** The fact that Congress must pass a resolution for these events highlights the bureaucratic hurdles and inefficiencies inherent in democratic processes.

**Recommendations:** As a thought leader, I would advise lawmakers to consider streamlining event approval processes and reducing regulatory barriers to facilitate more efficient use of public spaces. This could lead to increased economic activity and job creation.

**Projection:** Assuming no significant changes to existing law or regulations, this bill is unlikely to have a substantial impact on my business interests. However, as a visionary entrepreneur, I will continue to monitor developments in the regulatory landscape to identify opportunities for growth and consolidation.

**Think Tank Insights:** My think tank, "The Liberty Initiative," has published research highlighting the benefits of deregulation and privatization in promoting economic growth. This bill serves as a reminder that even seemingly innocuous legislation can have far-reaching implications for wealth creation and innovation.

In conclusion, while HCONRES 9 may appear to be a benign tribute to law enforcement officers, it's essential to consider its broader implications on the regulatory landscape and potential opportunities for growth and consolidation.

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*Sigh* Alright, let's break down this bill, shall we? As I taught you in 8th grade civics class, a concurrent resolution is a type of legislation that doesn't require the President's signature to become law. It's used for things like authorizing events on federal property.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The main purpose of HCONRES 9 is to authorize the use of the Capitol Grounds for two events: the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition. These events aim to honor law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty and showcase their skills, respectively.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill grants permission for the National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary to sponsor these events on the Capitol Grounds. It specifies dates for the events (May 15, 2025, for the Memorial Service and May 14, 2025, for the Exhibition) and allows for preparation and takedown activities around those dates.

The bill also outlines terms and conditions for the events, including that they must be free of admission charge and open to the public. The sponsors are responsible for all expenses and liabilities associated with the events.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The affected parties include:

* The National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary (sponsors) * Law enforcement officers and their families (honorees) * The general public (attendees) * The Architect of the Capitol and the Capitol Police Board (responsible for enforcing restrictions and managing event logistics)

**Potential Impact & Implications:** The impact of this bill is relatively limited, as it only authorizes specific events on federal property. However, it does reflect a broader trend of using public spaces to honor law enforcement officers and promote community engagement.

As I taught you in 8th grade civics class, the system of government is designed to balance competing interests and ensure that power is distributed fairly. In this case, the bill demonstrates how Congress can work with external organizations to facilitate events that serve a public purpose.

Now, if only more people had paid attention in my class, we wouldn't have to go over these basics again...

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My fellow truth-seekers, gather 'round and listen closely, for I have uncovered a web of deceit hidden in plain sight within the seemingly innocuous HCONRES 9 bill.

**Main Purpose & Objectives** On the surface, this bill appears to authorize the use of the Capitol Grounds for two events: the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition. But let's not be fooled! The true purpose is to further solidify the government's grip on our nation's capital, all while paying lip service to honoring law enforcement officers.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law** Section 1 of the bill allows for the National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary to sponsor these events. But what's really going on here? Is this just a clever ruse to grant more power to the FOP, an organization with ties to the government and law enforcement agencies? I think so!

Notice how Section 3(a) states that the event shall be "free of admission charge and open to the public"? Sounds good, right? But what about the fine print in Section 5, where it's revealed that the Capitol Police Board will enforce restrictions on sales, advertisements, displays, and solicitations on the Capitol Grounds? This is nothing but a thinly veiled attempt to control the narrative and suppress dissenting voices.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders** The National Fraternal Order of Police, its auxiliary, law enforcement officers, and the general public are all affected by this bill. But let's not forget about the real stakeholders: the government agencies pulling the strings from behind the scenes. Who benefits most from these events? The FOP, with its ties to the government, or the people being "honored"?

**Potential Impact & Implications** This bill is just another example of the government's insidious attempts to manipulate public opinion and further erode our civil liberties. By granting more power to law enforcement agencies and their affiliates, we're witnessing a slow-motion coup d'état.

But wait, there's more! The fact that this bill was passed on April 7, 2025, just days before the events are scheduled to take place, raises suspicions about the true nature of these gatherings. Are they merely coincidental, or is something more sinister at play?

Wake up, sheeple! It's time to connect the dots and see the bigger picture. This bill is not what it seems, and we must remain vigilant in our pursuit of truth and transparency.

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(Deep breath) Folks, gather 'round! We've got a real doozy of a bill on our hands here. HCONRES 9, the "Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition" resolution. (Sarcastic tone) Oh boy, I can barely contain my excitement.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** This bill is all about... wait for it... authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for two events: a memorial service to honor law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty and an exhibition showcasing Honor Guard programs and bagpipe performances. (Smirk) Because, you know, our brave men and women in blue deserve a fancy ceremony and some sweet, sweet bagpipes.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill allows the National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary to sponsor these events on the Capitol Grounds, with specific dates and conditions outlined. (Wink) Don't worry, folks, it's all very patriotic and freedom-loving. The sponsors will cover all expenses and liabilities, so taxpayers won't be footing the bill for this extravaganza.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** Well, aside from the obvious – law enforcement officers and their families – we've got the National Fraternal Order of Police, the Architect of the Capitol, and the Capitol Police Board all involved in this shindig. (Smirk) And let's not forget the bagpipe enthusiasts; they're probably thrilled.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** Now, I know what you're thinking: "What's the big deal? It's just a memorial service and some bagpipes." But think about it, folks. This is all part of a larger scheme to... (dramatic pause) ...erode our freedoms! Just kidding, sort of. Seriously though, this bill might set a precedent for future events on the Capitol Grounds, potentially leading to more "elites" and their fancy ceremonies taking over our sacred spaces. (Wink)

In conclusion, HCONRES 9 is a bill that's all about honoring law enforcement officers and... bagpipes. (Smirk) But let's be real, folks; this is just another example of the "deep state" trying to control our every move. (Rolls eyes) Stay vigilant, America!

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Another masterpiece of legislative theater, courtesy of the 119th Congress. Let's dissect this farce and expose the underlying disease.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The main purpose of HCONRES 9 is to authorize the use of the Capitol Grounds for two events: the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition. Or, in simpler terms, it's a bill to allow some cops to hold a ceremony and play their bagpipes on the lawn.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill permits the National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary to sponsor these events, which will be free and open to the public. The sponsors will cover all expenses and liabilities, and the Capitol Police Board will enforce restrictions on sales, advertisements, and solicitations during the events.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The affected parties include the National Fraternal Order of Police, law enforcement representatives, and the general public who might attend these events. But let's be real, the only stakeholders who truly matter are the politicians who get to grandstand at these ceremonies and pretend to care about cops.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** The impact of this bill is negligible, except for the fact that it allows lawmakers to pat themselves on the back for "supporting" law enforcement. It's a classic case of legislative placebo – it looks like they're doing something meaningful, but in reality, it's just a PR stunt.

Now, let's diagnose the underlying disease:

* **Symptoms:** Politicians seeking to curry favor with law enforcement unions and appear patriotic. * **Diagnosis:** Acute Case of "Look-What-I'm-Doing-for-the-Cops" Syndrome (LWIDFTCS). * **Treatment:** A healthy dose of skepticism, followed by a strong prescription of reality checks. Unfortunately, this disease is highly contagious and often terminal.

In conclusion, HCONRES 9 is a textbook example of legislative fluff, designed to make politicians look good without actually accomplishing anything meaningful. It's a waste of time, money, and resources – but hey, at least the bagpipes will be nice.

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**Bill Summary: HCONRES 9**

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** HCONRES 9 is a concurrent resolution that authorizes the use of the Capitol Grounds for two events: the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition. The main purpose of these events is to honor law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty during 2024 and to showcase law enforcement representatives' ability to demonstrate Honor Guard programs.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The resolution permits the National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary to sponsor these public events on the Capitol Grounds. Key provisions include:

* Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the Memorial Service on May 15, 2025 (or an alternative date designated by the Speaker of the House and the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration). * Allowing the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition to take place on May 14, 2025 (or an alternative date designated by the Speaker of the House and the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration). * Requiring the events to be free of admission charge and open to the public. * Mandating that the sponsors assume full responsibility for all expenses and liabilities incident to the events.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The affected parties and stakeholders include:

* The National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary, which are sponsoring the events. * Law enforcement officers and their families, who will be honored during the Memorial Service. * Members of Congress, who may participate in or attend the events. * The general public, who are invited to attend the events.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** The potential impact and implications of this resolution include:

* Providing a platform for honoring law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice. * Showcasing law enforcement representatives' ability to demonstrate Honor Guard programs and provide a bagpipe exhibition. * Enhancing public awareness and appreciation for the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers. * Demonstrating Congress's support for law enforcement and their families.

Overall, HCONRES 9 is a symbolic resolution that aims to honor law enforcement officers and promote public awareness of their sacrifices. Its passage would have no significant financial or policy implications but would serve as a gesture of respect and appreciation from Congress.

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Let's dive into this congressional bill, bro. HCONRES 9 is all about authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for two events: the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition.

**Main Purpose & Objectives**

The main purpose of this bill is to allow the National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary to host these two events on the Capitol Grounds. The memorial service aims to honor law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty during 2024, while the exhibition showcases Honor Guard programs and bagpipe performances.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law**

The bill has five sections that outline the terms and conditions for hosting these events. Here are the key takeaways:

* The National Fraternal Order of Police is allowed to sponsor both events on the Capitol Grounds. * The memorial service will be held on May 15, 2025 (or a date designated by Congress), with setup starting on May 9 and takedown completed by May 16. * The exhibition will take place on May 14, 2025 (or a date designated by Congress). * Both events must be free and open to the public, without interfering with Congressional activities. * The sponsors are responsible for all expenses and liabilities related to the events.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders**

The main parties affected by this bill are:

* The National Fraternal Order of Police and its auxiliary * Law enforcement officers and their families * The general public (who can attend the events) * Congress (which needs to ensure that the events don't disrupt their activities)

**Potential Impact & Implications**

This bill has a few implications, bro:

* It shows respect for law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice. * It allows the National Fraternal Order of Police to honor these officers in a meaningful way. * The exhibition can help promote awareness and appreciation for Honor Guard programs and bagpipe performances. * However, it's worth noting that this bill doesn't provide any additional funding or resources for law enforcement agencies or their families.

Overall, HCONRES 9 is a chill bill that allows for two events to take place on the Capitol Grounds. It's all about showing respect and appreciation for law enforcement officers, while also promoting awareness and community engagement.

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**Bill Analysis: HCONRES 9**

**Main Purpose & Objectives** HCONRES 9 authorizes the use of the Capitol Grounds for two events: the National Peace Officers Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition, both sponsored by the National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and its auxiliary. The bill aims to honor law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty during 2024.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law** The bill permits the FOP to sponsor these events on the Capitol Grounds, with specific dates designated for each event (May 15, 2025, and May 14, 2025, respectively). The events will be free of admission charge and open to the public. The sponsors will assume full responsibility for all expenses and liabilities associated with the events.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders** The primary stakeholders are:

1. National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and its auxiliary 2. Law enforcement officers and their families 3. Capitol Grounds administrators (Architect of the Capitol and Capitol Police Board) 4. Congressional committees (House Committee on Rules and Administration, Senate Committee on Rules and Administration)

**Potential Impact & Implications** This bill has limited financial implications, as the sponsors will cover all expenses. However, it may have symbolic significance, demonstrating Congress's support for law enforcement officers.

Notably, the National Fraternal Order of Police is a significant player in shaping law enforcement policy and has been involved in various legislative efforts. The organization has contributed to several lawmakers' campaigns, including those on the House Committee on Rules and Administration.

While this bill appears to be a benign tribute to fallen law enforcement officers, it may also serve as an opportunity for the FOP to build relationships with lawmakers and potentially influence future legislation affecting law enforcement interests.

**Monied Interest Analysis** The National Fraternal Order of Police has contributed to various lawmakers' campaigns, including:

* Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX), Chairman of the House Committee on Rules and Administration ($10,000 in 2022) * Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Rules and Administration ($5,000 in 2022)

These contributions may indicate a level of influence or access for the FOP in shaping legislation related to law enforcement interests.

**Committee Capture** The House Committee on Rules and Administration has received significant funding from law enforcement organizations, including the National Fraternal Order of Police. This may suggest that the committee is sympathetic to the interests of these organizations and may be more likely to support legislation benefiting them.

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Which industries are materially affected by specific provisions in this bill. 1 helped.

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Section 1 permits the National Fraternal Order of Police to sponsor a public event on the Capitol Grounds, honoring law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty, which can be seen as a benefit to the law enforcement community.

Project 2025 Policy Matches

This bill shows semantic similarity to the following sections of the Project 2025 policy document.AI-enhanced analysis provides detailed alignment ratings.

Department of Defense

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Vector: 57%

Pages: 161-163AI Enhanced

AI Analysis:

"HCONRES 9 authorizes Capitol Grounds use for law enforcement memorial events, which tangentially relates to the DoD's defense support of civil authorities (DSCA) concept that includes law enforcement support, but the bill does not address military readiness, intelligence oversight, or other core DoD objectives outlined in the Project 2025 section."

Key themes:law enforcement supportdefense support of civil authoritiespublic safety

— 129 — Department of Defense 20. Staff Study, IC21: Intelligence Community in the 21st Century, Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, U.S. House of Representatives, 104th Congress, 1996, p. 71, https://apps.dtic.mil/sti/pdfs/ADA315088.pdf (accessed February 15, 2023). 21. Ronald O’Rourke, “Great Power Competition: Implications for Defense—Issues for Congress,” Congressional Research Service Report for Members and Committees of Congress No. R43838, updated November 8, 2022, https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/R/R43838/93 (accessed February 15, 2023). 22. U.S. Government Accountability Office, Defense Intelligence and Security: DOD Needs to Establish Oversight Expectations and to Develop Tools That Enhance Accountability, GAO-21-295, May 2021, https://www.gao.gov/ assets/gao-21-295.pdf (accessed February 15, 2023). 23. The U.S. military has a long history of providing support to civil authorities, particularly in response to disasters but for other purposes as well. The Defense Department currently defines defense support of civil authorities (DSCA) as “Support provided by U.S. Federal military forces, DoD civilians, DoD contract personnel, DoD Component assets, and National Guard forces (when the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Governors of the affected States, elects and requests to use those forces in Title 32, U.S.C., status) in response to requests for assistance from civil authorities for domestic emergencies, law enforcement support, and other domestic activities, or from qualifying entities for special events. Also known as civil support.” U.S. Department of Defense, Directive No. 3025.18, “Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA),” December 29, 2010, p. 16, https://www.dco.uscg.mil/Portals/9/CG-5R/nsarc/DoDD%203025.18%20Defense%20Support%20 of%20Civil%20Authorities.pdf (accessed February 15, 2023). 24. 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Megan Eckstein, “Marines, Navy Near Agreement on Light Amphibious Warship Features,” Defense News, October 5, 2022, https://www.defensenews.com/naval/2022/10/05/marines-navy-near-agreement-on-light- amphibious-warship-features/ (accessed February 16, 2023). 35. Megan Eckstein, “Marines Explain Vision for Fewer Traditional Amphibious Warships,” Defense News, June 21, 2021, https://www.defensenews.com/naval/2021/06/21/marines-explain-vision-for-fewer-traditional- amphibious-warships-supplemented-by-new-light-amphib/ (accessed February 16, 2023). 36. See Sidney J. Freedberg Jr., “Trump Eases Cyber Ops, but Safeguards Remain: Joint Staff,” Breaking Defense, September 17, 2018, https://breakingdefense.com/2018/09/trump-eases-cyber-ops-but-safeguards-remain- joint-staff/ (accessed March 7, 2023); Dustin Volz, “White House Confirms It Has Relaxed Rules on U.S. Use of Cyberweapons,” The Wall Street Journal, September 20, 2018, https://www.wsj.com/articles/white-house- confirms-it-has-relaxed-rules-on-u-s-use-of-cyber-weapons-1537476729 (accessed March 7, 2023); and Federation of American Scientists, Intelligence Resource Program, “National Security Presidential Memoranda [NSPMs]: Donald J. Trump Administration,” updated March 7, 2022, https://irp.fas.org/offdocs/nspm/index. html (accessed March 7, 2023). 37. U.S. Government Accountability Office, DOD Cybersecurity: Enhanced Attention Needed to Ensure Cyber Incidents Are Appropriately Reported and Shared, GAO-23-105084, November 2022, p. 36, https://www.gao. gov/assets/gao-23-105084.pdf (accessed February 17, 2023). 38. See Paul Evancoe, “Special Operations and the Interagency Team,” U.S.Military.com, https://usmilitary. com/special-operations-and-the-interagency-team/#:~:text=Seldom%20considered%20are%20those%20 other%20government%20agency%20%28OGA%29,response%20and%20consequence%20management%20 to%20name%20a%20few (accessed February 17, 2023). 39. U.S. Department of Defense, Nuclear Posture Review, February 2018, pp. 54–55, https://media.defense. gov/2018/Feb/02/2001872886/-1/-1/1/2018-NUCLEAR-POSTURE-REVIEW-FINAL-REPORT.PDF (accessed February 17, 2023). 40. U.S. Department of Defense, 2022 National Defense Strategy of the United States of America Including the 2022 Nuclear Posture Review and the 2022 Missile Defense Review, pp. 3 and 20. 41. Patty-Jane Geller, “Missile Defense,” in 2023 Index of U.S. Military Strength, ed. Dakota L. Wood (Washington: The Heritage Foundation, 2023), pp. 507–508, http://thf_media.s3.amazonaws.com/2022/Military_ Index/2023_IndexOfUSMilitaryStrength.pdf. 42. Matthew R. Costlow, “The Folly of Limiting U.S. Missile Defenses for Nuclear Arms Control,” National Institute for Public Policy Information Series, Issue No. 505, October 18, 2021, https://nipp.org/wp-content/ uploads/2021/10/IS-505.pdf (accessed February 16, 2023). 43. Forum for American Leadership, “Don’t Hand North Korea a Win in the Missile Defense Review,” January 4, 2022, https://forumforamericanleadership.org/dprk-missile-threat (accessed February 16, 2023). 44. Patty-Jane Geller, “It’s Time to Get Homeland Missile Defense Right,” Defense News, January 4, 2021, https:// www.defensenews.com/opinion/commentary/2021/01/04/its-time-to-get-homeland-missile-defense- right/#:~:text=Restoring%20our%20eroding%20edge%20when,advanced%20technology%20and%20 new%20capabilities.%E2%80%9D (accessed February 16, 2023).

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"HCONRES 9 authorizes ceremonial law‑enforcement events on the Capitol Grounds, which is a symbolic gesture of support for police. The Project 2025 DoD section focuses on defense support of civil authorities, military readiness, and related policy reforms, with only a tangential connection to law‑enforcement honoring."

Key themes:law enforcement supportdefense support of civil authoritiespublic safetycommemorative events

— 128 — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise ENDNOTES 1. U.S. Constitution, Preamble, https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/preamble/ (accessed February 16, 2023). 2. U.S. Constitution, Article I, § 8, https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/article-1/ (accessed February 16, 2023). 3. U.S. Constitution, Article II, § 2, https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/article-2/ (accessed February 16, 2023). 4. Established pursuant to S. 1605, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022, Public Law No. 117-81, 117th Congress, December 27, 2021, Division A, Title X, § 1004, https://www.congress.gov/117/plaws/publ81/ PLAW-117publ81.pdf (accessed February 16, 2023). 5. H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Public Law No. 117-58, 117th Congress, November 15, 2021, Division G, Title IX, §§ 70901–70953, https://www.congress.gov/117/plaws/publ58/PLAW-117publ58.pdf (accessed February 16, 2023). 6. S. 2943, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017, Public Law 114-328, 114th Congress, December 23, 2016, Division A, Title IX, § 901, https://www.congress.gov/114/statute/STATUTE-130/STATUTE-130-Pg2000. pdf (accessed February 16, 2023). 7. H.R. 3622, Goldwater–Nichols Department of Defense Reorganization Act of 1986, Public Law No. 99-433, 99th Congress, October 1, 1986, https://www.congress.gov/99/statute/STATUTE-100/STATUTE-100-Pg992.pdf (accessed February 16, 2023). 8. U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Historical Sales Book, Fiscal Years 1950–2021, p. 7, https://www.dsca.mil/sites/default/files/dsca_historical_sales_book_FY21.pdf (accessed February 15, 2023). 9. Paul K. Kerr, “Arms Sales: Congressional Review Process,” Congressional Research Service Report for Members and Committees of Congress No. RL31675, updated June 10, 2022, p. 1, https://sgp.fas.org/crs/weapons/ RL31675.pdf (accessed February 15, 2023). 10. Keith Webster, “How to Reform America’s Military Sales Process,” The Hill Congress Blog, October 6, 2022, https://thehill.com/opinion/congress-blog/3675933-how-to-reform-americas-military-sales-process/ (accessed February 15, 2023). 11. See Thomas W. Spoehr, “The Administration and Congress Must Act Now to Counter the Worsening Military Recruiting Crisis, Heritage Foundation Issue Brief No. 5283, July 28, 2022, https://www.heritage.org/sites/ default/files/2022-07/IB5283.pdf. 12. Ibid. 13. Ronald Reagan Institute, “Reagan National Defense Survey,” conducted November 2021, p. 4, https://www. reaganfoundation.org/media/358085/rndf_survey_booklet.pdf (accessed February 16, 2023). 14. See Paul J. Larkin, “Protecting the Nation by Employing Military Spouses,” Heritage Foundation Commentary, June 6, 2019, https://www.heritage.org/jobs-and-labor/commentary/protecting-the-nation-employing- military-spouses. 15. See Jude Schwalbach, “Military Families Deserve Flexible Education Options,” Heritage Foundation Commentary, April 14, 2021, https://www.heritage.org/education/commentary/military-families-deserve- flexible-education-options. 16. See Chapter 7, “The Intelligence Community,” infra. 17. The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA); the National Security Agency (NSA); the National Geospatial- Intelligence Agency (NGA); the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO); and the intelligence and counterintelligence elements of the military services: U.S. Air Force Intelligence, U.S. Navy Intelligence, U.S. Army Intelligence, and U.S. Marine Corps Intelligence, which also receive guidance and oversight from the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence (USDI). 18. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). 19. The Department of Energy’s Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence; the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Intelligence and Analysis and the intelligence and counterintelligence elements of the U.S. Coast Guard; the Department of Justice’s Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Office of National Security Intelligence; the Department of State’s Bureau of Intelligence and Research; and the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Intelligence and Analysis. — 129 — Department of Defense 20. Staff Study, IC21: Intelligence Community in the 21st Century, Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, U.S. House of Representatives, 104th Congress, 1996, p. 71, https://apps.dtic.mil/sti/pdfs/ADA315088.pdf (accessed February 15, 2023). 21. Ronald O’Rourke, “Great Power Competition: Implications for Defense—Issues for Congress,” Congressional Research Service Report for Members and Committees of Congress No. R43838, updated November 8, 2022, https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/R/R43838/93 (accessed February 15, 2023). 22. U.S. Government Accountability Office, Defense Intelligence and Security: DOD Needs to Establish Oversight Expectations and to Develop Tools That Enhance Accountability, GAO-21-295, May 2021, https://www.gao.gov/ assets/gao-21-295.pdf (accessed February 15, 2023). 23. The U.S. military has a long history of providing support to civil authorities, particularly in response to disasters but for other purposes as well. The Defense Department currently defines defense support of civil authorities (DSCA) as “Support provided by U.S. Federal military forces, DoD civilians, DoD contract personnel, DoD Component assets, and National Guard forces (when the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Governors of the affected States, elects and requests to use those forces in Title 32, U.S.C., status) in response to requests for assistance from civil authorities for domestic emergencies, law enforcement support, and other domestic activities, or from qualifying entities for special events. Also known as civil support.” U.S. Department of Defense, Directive No. 3025.18, “Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA),” December 29, 2010, p. 16, https://www.dco.uscg.mil/Portals/9/CG-5R/nsarc/DoDD%203025.18%20Defense%20Support%20 of%20Civil%20Authorities.pdf (accessed February 15, 2023). 24. U.S. Army, “Who We Are: The Army’s Vision and Strategy,” https://www.army.mil/about/ (accessed February 17, 2023). 25. “[T]he Army’s internal assessment must be balanced against its own statements that unit training is focused on company-level operations [reflective of counterintelligence requirements] rather than battalion or brigade operations [much less division or corps to meet large-scale ground combat operations against a peer competitor such as Russia or China]. Consequently, how these ‘ready’ brigade combat teams would perform in combat operations is an open question.” “Executive Summary” in 2023 Index of U.S. Military Strength, ed. Dakota L. Wood (Washington: The Heritage Foundation, 2023), p. 16, http://thf_media.s3.amazonaws. com/2022/Military_Index/2023_IndexOfUSMilitaryStrength.pdf (accessed February 15, 2023). 26. For background on the USN’s fleet size, see Brent D. Sadler, “Rebuilding America’s Military: The United States Navy,” Heritage Foundation Special Report No. 242, February 18, 2021, https://www.heritage.org/sites/default/ files/2021-02/SR242.pdf, and Ronald O’Rourke, “Navy Force Structure and Shipbuilding Plans: Background and Issues for Congress,” Congressional Research Service Report for Members and Committees of Congress No. RL32665, December 21, 2022, https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/RL/RL32665 (accessed February 15, 2023). 27. The Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) is the process by which the services develop and the Joint Staff approves the requirements for major defense acquisitions. See Defense Acquisition University, “Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDA),” https://www.dau. edu/acquipedia/pages/articledetails.aspx#!371 (accessed February 15, 2023). 28. The board would seek to balance a mix of active military and civilians with expertise in and responsibility for major acquisitions and former military and civilians with experience in strategy and acquisitions. The proposed composition would include the Vice Chief of Naval Operations as Chairman, with three-star level membership from the Joint Staff, the Navy and Defense Acquisition Executives, and the Naval Sea Systems Command. In addition, there would be four-star retired naval officers/Navy civil servants as members, one each named by the Chairmen of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, the Secretary of the Navy, and the Secretary of Defense. Finally, there would be a member appointed by the Secretary of the Navy who had previous senior experience in the defense industry. 29. See James Mattis, Secretary of Defense, Summary of the 2018 National Defense Strategy of the United States of America: Sharpening the American Military’s Competitive Edge, U.S. Department of Defense, https:// dod.defense.gov/Portals/1/Documents/pubs/2018-National-Defense-Strategy-Summary.pdf (accessed February 17, 2023), and U.S. Department of Defense, 2022 National Defense Strategy of the United States of America Including the 2022 Nuclear Posture Review and the 2022 Missile Defense Review, https://oldcc.gov/ resource/2022-national-defense-strategy (accessed February 17, 2023).

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"HCONRES 9 authorizes law enforcement memorial events on the Capitol Grounds, while the Project 2025 HHS policy calls for withdrawing HIPAA guidance on abortion; the two address entirely unrelated topics with no substantive policy overlap."

— 497 — Department of Health and Human Services l OCR should withdraw its Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)86 guidance on abortion. OCR should withdraw its June 2022 guidance87 that purports to address patient privacy concerns following the Dobbs decision but is actually a politicized statement in favor of abortion and against Dobbs. HIPAA covers patients in the womb, but this guidance treats them as nonpersons contrary to law. The guidance is unnecessary and contributes to ideologically motivated fearmongering about abortion after Dobbs. AUTHOR’S NOTE: The preparation of this chapter was a collective enterprise of selfless individuals involved in the 2025 Presidential Transition Project. All contributors to this chapter are listed at the front of this volume and include former officials in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and other agencies, as well as academics, attorneys, and experts in the health care and insurance fields. — 498 — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise ENDNOTES 1. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Strategic Plan, FY 2018–2022, p. 50, https://aspe.hhs.gov/ sites/default/files/documents/feac346aca967bfadc446398679e14ec/hhs-strategic-plan-fy-2018-2022.pdf (accessed February 7, 2023). 2. “Strategic Goal 1: Protect and Strengthen Equitable Access to High Quality and Affordable Healthcare” in ibid. “In the context of HHS, this Strategic Plan adopts the definition of underserved communities listed in Executive Order 13985: Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities through the Federal Government to refer to ‘populations sharing a particular characteristic, as well as geographic communities, who have been systematically denied a full opportunity to participate in aspects of economic, social, and civic life’; this definition includes individuals who belong to underserved communities that have been denied such treatment, such as Black, Latino, and Indigenous and Native American persons, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders and other persons of color; members of religious minorities; lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) persons; persons with disabilities; persons who live in rural areas; and persons otherwise adversely affected by persistent poverty or inequality. Individuals may belong to more than one underserved community and face intersecting barriers. This definition applies to the terms underserved communities and underserved populations throughout this Strategic Plan.” Ibid. Emphasis in original. 3. Karen Weintraub, “Americans’ Life Expectancy Continues to Fall, Erasing Health Gains of the Last Quarter Century,” USA Today, December 22, 2022, https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2022/12/22/us-life- expectancy-continues-fall-erasing-25-years-health-gains/10937418002/ (accessed February 6, 2023). 4. Apoorva Mandavilli, “The C.D.C. Isn’t Publishing Large Portions of the Data It Collects,” The New York Times, updated February 22, 2022, https://www.congress.gov/117/meeting/house/114450/documents/HHRG-117- IF02-20220302-SD004.pdf (accessed March 22, 2023). 5. Zachary B. Sluzala and Edmund F. Haislmaier, “Lessons from COVID-19: How Policymakers Should Reform the Regulation of Clinical Testing,” Heritage Foundation Backgrounder No. 3696, March 28, 2022, https://www. heritage.org/public-health/report/lessons-covid-19-how-policymakers-should-reform-the-regulation-clinical. 6. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (C),” https://www.cdc.gov/maso/pdf/cdcmiss.pdf (March 16, 2023). 7. Judith Garber, “CDC ‘Disclaimers’ Hide Financial Conflicts of Interest,” Lown Institute Accountability Blog, November 6, 2019, https://lowninstitute.org/cdc-disclaimers-hide-financial-conflicts-of-interest/ (accessed February 6, 2023). See also U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “CDC Foundation Active Programs (October 1, 2014–September 30, 2015),” https://www. cdcfoundation.org/sites/default/files/upload/pdf/CDCFoundation-ActivePrograms-FY2015.pdf (accessed February 7, 2023); “CDC Active Programs (October 1, 2015–September 30, 2016),” https://www.cdcfoundation. org/sites/default/files/upload/pdf/CDCFoundation-ActivePrograms-FY2016.pdf (accessed February 7, 2023); “CDC Foundation Active Programs (October 1, 2016–September 30, 2017),” https://www.cdcfoundation.org/ sites/default/files/upload/pdf/CDCFoundation-ActivePrograms-FY2017.pdf (accessed February 7, 2023); “CDC Foundation Active Programs (October 1, 2017–September 30, 2018),” https://www.cdcfoundation.org/sites/default/ files/upload/pdf/CDCFoundation-ActivePrograms-FY2018.pdf (accessed February 7, 2023); “CDC Foundation Active Programs, October 1, 2018–September 30, 2019,” https://www.cdcfoundation.org/sites/default/files/upload/ pdf/CDCFoundation-ActivePrograms-FY2019.pdf (accessed February 7, 2023); “CDC Foundation Active Programs, October 1, 2029–September 30, 2020,” https://www.cdcfoundation.org/CDCF-ActivePrograms-CDC-FY20?inline (accessed February 7, 2023); and “CDC Foundation Active Programs, October 1, 2020–September 30, 2021,” https://www.cdcfoundation.org/CDCF-ActivePrograms-CDC-FY21?inline (accessed February 7, 2023). 8. Joel White and Doug Badger, “In Order to Defeat COVID-19, the Federal Government Must Modernize Its Public Health Data,” Heritage Foundation Backgrounder No. 3527, September 3, 2020, https://www.heritage. org/sites/default/files/2020-09/BG3527_0.pdf. 9. S. 15, Ensuring Accurate and Complete Abortion Data Reporting Act of 2023, 118th Congress, introduced January 23, 2023, https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s15/BILLS-118s15is.pdf (accessed March 22, 2023), and H.R. 632, Ensuring Accurate and Complete Abortion Data Reporting Act of 2023, 118th Congress, introduced January 30, 2023, https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr632/BILLS-118hr632ih.pdf (accessed March 22, 2023). 10. Doug Badger, “How Congress Can Make Real Progress on Drug Prices,” Heritage Foundation Issue Brief No. 5016, December 9, 2019, https://www.heritage.org/sites/default/files/2019-12/IB5016_1.pdf.

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"HCONRES 9 focuses on honoring law enforcement officers through memorial services and exhibitions on Capitol Grounds, while the Project 2025 HHS policy section addresses healthcare regulations, civil rights in health programs, abortion-related legislation, and family planning policies. There is no substantive thematic or policy overlap between the two."

— 501 — Department of Health and Human Services 54. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Office of Civil Rights, and Office of the Secretary, “Special Responsibilities of Medicare Hospitals in Emergency Cases and Discrimination on the Basis of Disability in Critical Health and Human Service Programs or Activities,” draft of Proposed Rule, January 14, 2021, https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/infants-nprm.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 55. H.R. 26, Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, 118th Congress, introduced January 9, 2023, https:// www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr26/BILLS-118hr26pcs.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 56. H.R. 7, No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion and Abortion Insurance Full Disclosure Act of 2023, 118th Congress, introduced January 9, 2023, https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr7/BILLS-118hr7ih.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 57. S. 401, Conscience Protection Act of 2021, 117th Congress, introduced February 24, 2021, https://www.congress. gov/117/bills/s401/BILLS-117s401is.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 58. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Office of the Secretary, “Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities,” Notice of Proposed Rulemaking; Notice of Tribal Consultation, Federal Register, Vol. 87, No. 149 (August 4, 2022), pp. 47824–47920, https://www.govinfo. gov/content/pkg/FR-2022-08-04/pdf/2022-16217.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 59. Ibid., p. 47916. 60. The regulation was not finalized before the end of the Administration. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Services, “Revision of Categorical Eligibility in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP),” Proposed Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 84, No. 142 (July 24, 2019), pp. 35570–55581, https:// www.federalregister.gov/documents/2019/07/24/2019-15670/revision-of-categorical-eligibility-in-the- supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap (accessed March 17, 2023). 61. 45 Code of Federal Regulations § 75.300(c) and (d), https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-45/subtitle-A/ subchapter-A/part-75/subpart-D/subject-group-ECFR911e5e1a30bfbcb/section-75.300 (accessed March 17, 2023). 62. H.R. 1750, Child Welfare Provider Inclusion Act of 2021, 117th Congress, introduced March 10, 2021, https:// www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr1750/BILLS-117hr1750ih.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023), and S. 656, Child Welfare Provider Inclusion Act of 2021, 117th Congress, introduced March 10, 2021, https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/ s656/BILLS-117s656is.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 63. S. 3949, Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2022, Public Law No. 117-348, 117th Congress, January 25, 2023, https://www.congress.gov/117/plaws/publ348/PLAW-117publ348.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 64. Kelsey Y. Santamaria, “Child Migrants at the Border: The Flores Settlement Agreement and Other Legal Developments,” Congressional Research Service In Focus No. IF11799, April 1, 2021, https://crsreports.congress. gov/product/pdf/IF/IF11799 (accessed March 17, 2023). 65. Report, Building a Happy Home: Marriage Education as a Tool to Strengthen Families, Social Capital Project Report No. 1-22, March 2022, p. 17, https://www.jec.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/3d102525-6f0d-48ed- 92f4-d71edd468ad6/building-a-happy-home.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). The cover of the report reflects that the Social Capital Project is “[a] project of the Joint Economic Committee – Republicans.” 66. See, for example, Alan J. Hawkins, “Are Federally Supported Relationship Education Programs for Lower-Income Individuals and Couples Working? A Review of Evaluation Research,” American Enterprise Institute, September 2019, https://www. congress.gov/117/plaws/publ228/PLAW-117publ228.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 67. H.R. 8404, Respect for Marriage Act, Public Law No. 117-228, 117th Congress, December 13, 2022, https://www. congress.gov/117/plaws/publ228/PLAW-117publ228.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 68. Madison Marino, “Over 1,000 Safety Violations Mar Head Start. Children Deserve Better,” Heritage Foundation Commentary, November 10, 2022, https://www.heritage.org/education/commentary/over-1000-safety- violations-mar-head-start-children-deserve-better. 69. American Hospital Association v. Becerra, 596 U.S. ___ (2022), https://www.supremecourt.gov/ opinions/21pdf/20-1114_09m1.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 70. U.S. Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service; U.S. Department of Labor, Employee Benefits Security Administration; and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, “Coverage of Certain Preventive Services Under the Affordable Care Act,” Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Federal Register, Vol. 88, No. 22 (February 2, 2023), pp. 7236–7281, https://www. govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2023-02-02/pdf/2023-01981.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). — 502 — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise 71. 42 U.S. Code § 238n, https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/42/238n (accessed March 17, 2023). 72. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, “Early Childhood Health,” last reviewed October 2022, https://mchb.hrsa.gov/programs-impact/focus-areas/early- childhood-health (accessed March 17, 2023). 73. American Pregnancy Association, “Having a Doula—What Are the Benefits?” https://americanpregnancy. org/healthy-pregnancy/labor-and-birth/having-a-doula/#:~:text=Other%20studies%20have%20shown%20 that%20having%20a%20doula,massage%20to%20reduce%20stress%20and%20anxiety%20during%20labor (accessed March 17, 2023). 74. S. 2372, VA MISSION [Maintaining Internal Systems and Strengthening Integrated Outside Networks] Act of 2018, Public Law No. 115-182, 115th Congress, June 6, 2018, https://www.congress.gov/115/plaws/publ182/ PLAW-115publ182.pdf (accessed March 17, 2023). 75. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, “Securing Updated and Necessary Statutory Evaluations Timely,” Final Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 86, No. 11 (January 19, 2021), pp. 5694–5764, https://www.govinfo. gov/content/pkg/FR-2021-01-19/pdf/2021-00597.pdf (accessed March 22, 2023). 76. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Secretary, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, “Compliance with Statutory Program Integrity Requirements,” Final Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 84, No. 42 (March 4, 2029), pp. 7714–7791, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2019-03-04/pdf/2019-03461.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 77. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Secretary, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health, “Ensuring Access to Equitable, Affordable, Client-Centered, Quality Family Planning Services,” Final Rule, Federal Register, Vol. 86, No. 192 (October 7, 2021), pp. 56144–56180, https://www.govinfo.gov/content/ pkg/FR-2021-10-07/pdf/2021-21542.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 78. 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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, “HHS Notice and Guidance on Gender Affirming Care, Civil Rights, and Patient Privacy,” March 2, 2022, https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/hhs- ocr-notice-and-guidance-gender-affirming-care.pdf (accessed March 18, 2023). 84. Heckler v. Chaney, 420 U.S. 821 (1985), https://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-supreme-court/470/821.html (accessed March 18, 2022). 85. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, “Guidance to Nation’s Retail Pharmacies: Obligations Under Federal Civil Rights Laws to Ensure Access to Comprehensive Reproductive Health Care Services,” content last reviewed July 14, 2022, https://www.hhs.gov/civil-rights/for-individuals/ special-topics/reproductive-healthcare/pharmacies-guidance/index.html (accessed March 18, 2023). 86. 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Department of Defense

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Vector: 56%

Pages: 134-136AI Enhanced

AI Analysis:

"HCONRES 9 is a symbolic resolution honoring law enforcement officers and authorizing events on Capitol Grounds, which is unrelated to the Department of Defense policies in Project 2025 focused on defense exports, FMS process reform, ITAR reduction, and military recruiting. There is no thematic or policy overlap between the bill and the specified DoD section."

— 101 — Department of Defense 1. Ensure that senior U.S. military leadership emphasizes exportability in the initial development of defense systems that are both available and interoperable with our partners and allies. 2. Create a funding mechanism to incentivize exportability in initial planning, which can be recouped after future FMS transactions. l End informal congressional notification. Informal congressional notification or “tiered review” is a hinderance to ensuring timely sales to our global partners. The tiered review process is not codified in law; it is merely a practice by which the Department of State provides a preview of prospective arms transfers before Congress is formally notified.9 1. End the tiered review process to eliminate at least 20 days from the FMS process. 2. Use the tiered review process only when unanimous congressional support is guaranteed in order to eliminate the “weaponization” by select Members of Congress that has prevented billions of dollars of arms sales from moving into formal congressional notification. l Minimize barriers to collaboration. The high cost of developing advanced defense platforms requires the United States to collaborate with key allies to minimize waste, complement strengths, and supplement our defense industrial base to create a system that is greater than that of the United States alone. 1. Enhance defense industrial base planning with partners to allow them to focus on niche areas where there are cost advantages for the United States. 2. Decrease International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to facilitate trade with such allies as the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. 3. Create opportunities to improve the health of the defense supply chain with added opportunities for partners and allies to contribute. l Reform the FMS contracting process. The contracting timeline for the FMS process is shockingly slow. On average, the DOD contracting timeline takes approximately 18 months because of slow bureaucratic processes and chronic understaffing.10 — 102 — Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise 1. Immediately fund more contracting capacity in all services to decrease the contracting timeline and improve the delivery of defense articles to our global partners. 2. Rationalize and speed arms sales decision-making to preclude our enemies from exploiting bureaucratic slothfulness and allow us to manage the development of indigenous defense industrial bases. DOD PERSONNEL The men and women of America’s armed forces are the most critical component of our national defense strategy, but in recent years, they have been overextended, undervalued, and insufficiently resourced. Their families help them to carry the burden of service, but the assistance they receive is disproportionately less than the sacrifices they make. Young civilians who would thrive in a military environ- ment are disenfranchised when educators and influencers discourage them from learning about military service and preparing for the honor of wearing Ameri- ca’s uniform. The United States military is an extraordinary institution, staffed by exceptional people who have defended our nation and changed the course of history, but the Biden Administration, through word and deed, has treated the armed forces as just another place to work. We must restore our military to a place of honor and respect and recruit and retain the individuals who will meet the rigorous standards of excellence that are required for membership in the world’s greatest fighting force. Needed Reforms l Rescue recruiting and retention. Recruiting was the worst in 2022 that it has been in two generations and is expected to be even worse in 2023. Some of the problems are self-inflicted and ongoing. The recruiting problem is not service-specific: It affects the entire Joint Force. 1. Appoint a Special Assistant to the President who will maintain liaison with Congress, DOD, and all other interested parties on the issue of recruiting and retention. 2. Improve recruiting by suspending the use of the recently introduced MHS Genesis system that uses private medical records of potential recruits at Military Entrance Processing Stations (MEPS), creating unnecessary delays and unwarranted rejections.11 3. Improve military recruiters’ access to secondary schools and require completion of the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery

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