H.R. 1229: United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act of 2025
The bill known as the United States-Israel Defense Partnership Act of 2025 aims to enhance the defense cooperation between the United States and Israel through several initiatives. Here’s a breakdown of what the bill proposes:
Overall Objectives
The primary goal of this initiative is to strengthen the military and technological collaboration between the two countries to effectively address shared security threats. Congress expresses that both nations share historic ties and mutual interests, and face evolving threats that require a coordinated response.
Counter-Unmanned Systems Program
- The bill establishes the United States-Israel Counter-Unmanned Systems Program under the Department of Defense to enhance cooperation in countering threats from unmanned systems.
- This program aims to:
- Develop and test advanced technologies to counter unmanned systems.
- Share technical expertise and data regarding emerging threats.
- Conduct joint research initiatives.
- Deploy and integrate counter-unmanned systems for defense purposes.
- The Secretary of Defense, in coordination with Israel's Minister of Defense, will oversee the program, which will also include annual reporting on its implementation and effectiveness.
Funding Authorization
The bill authorizes the appropriation of $150 million annually from fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to support the counter-unmanned systems program.
Anti-Tunnel Cooperation
It extends and modifies existing cooperation efforts to counter tunnel threats, increasing funding from $50 million to $80 million and extending the program's timeline to 2028.
Cooperation on Emerging Technologies
- The legislation encourages defense collaboration in emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, cyber security, robotics, and quantum computing.
- The Secretary of Defense is authorized to develop programs in these areas with Israel, ensuring the protection of sensitive information.
- Funding of $50 million is also allocated annually for this collaboration from fiscal years 2026 through 2030.
Defense Innovation Unit in Israel
Another provision mandates the establishment of a Defense Innovation Unit office in Israel within 180 days of the bill's enactment to facilitate collaboration in countering threats and leveraging mutual defense innovations.
Air and Missile Defense Assessment
The Secretary of Defense must conduct an assessment of integrated air and missile defense capabilities in the region covered by United States Central Command, evaluating current strengths, improvements required, and cooperation with regional partners.
National Technology Industrial Base Engagement
The Secretary of Defense is tasked with initiating discussions with Israel for its inclusion in the National Technology Industrial Base, ensuring sensitive information is protected during this process.
Reports and Accountability
Several semiannual and annual reports will be mandated to ensure accountability and transparency regarding the implementation of these initiatives, covering activities, assessments, and future recommendations.
Relevant Companies
- LMT (Lockheed Martin): Likely to be involved in developing counter-unmanned systems technology and enhancing mutual defense capabilities through joint initiatives.
- NOC (Northrop Grumman): Potentially involved in collaborative research and development for emerging technologies and unmanned systems.
- RTX (Raytheon Technologies): May play a role in defense technology development and upgrades for air and missile defense systems under this act.
- BA (Boeing): Could be engaged in enhancing integrated air and missile defense capabilities as a part of the collaborative efforts outlined in the bill.
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
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| Feb. 12, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Feb. 12, 2025 | Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. |
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