Bill · H.R. 4812· House(119-HR-4812)
To direct the Secretary of the Air Force to incorporate certain elements regarding depot-level maintenance coordination in at least one multinational exercise conducted in the area of operations of the United States Indo-Pacific Command, and for other purposes.
- Introduced
- 7/29/2025
- Last activity
- 7/29/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- Sponsored by
- Blake Moore
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill orders the Secretary of the Air Force to include depot-level maintenance and repair coordination in at least one yearly multinational military exercise in the Indo-Pacific region. These exercises must feature planning sessions with certain covered nations regarding maintenance cooperation, resupply routes, and emergency tabletop scenarios. The bill also requires coordination with the Air Force Sustainment Center and specific military commands. Finally, the Secretary must submit a report to Congress within 12 months detailing lessons learned from exercises involving the Republic of Korea and Australia.
Yes
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+6
The bill enhances military cooperation, interoperability, and logistical coordination with key international allies in the Indo-Pacific region.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
By mandating planning sessions and multinational exercises focused on maintenance, the bill fosters stronger strategic partnerships.
Would business owners be better off under this?+4
The bill opens potential opportunities for industry partners and public-private partnerships in depot-level maintenance activities.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 1(a)(1)(A) could benefit the public by pushing the military to find ways to cooperate on maintenance that minimize transportation needs, which makes operations more efficient.
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Section 1(a)(1)(B) could help ensure steady defense capabilities by facilitating real-time coordination to maintain munitions stock levels and resupply routes.
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Section 1(b)(3) could benefit industry partners by looking for opportunities to incorporate Korean and Australian industry partners into depot-level maintenance repair activities through public-private partnerships.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific provisions outlining negative outcomes, burdens, or consequences for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+6Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4
- 7/29/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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