H.R. 7540: United States-Israel Framework for Upgraded Technologies, Unified Research, and Enhanced Security Act of 2026
This bill is known as the United States-Israel Framework for Upgraded Technologies, Unified Research, and Enhanced Security Act of 2026, or the United States-Israel FUTURES Act of 2026. Its primary purpose is to enhance the defense cooperation between the United States and Israel. Below are the key components of the bill:
Sense of Congress
The bill expresses the sense of Congress that:
- The U.S. and Israel share democratic values, strategic interests, and technological ties.
- Joint innovation and rapid technology deployment can help address common security challenges.
- Israel is a strategic ally that contributes to U.S. military capabilities and supports the economy.
- Israel is a leader in defense technology and a close partner for the U.S.
- The U.S.-Israel defense partnership has resulted in significant advancements in areas like missile defense and counterterrorism.
- Collaborative efforts should expand to ensure mutual security and maintain Israel's military edge.
- To enhance U.S. technological leadership, the U.S. should integrate jointly developed and Israeli-origin defense technologies into its military systems.
United States-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative
The bill proposes the establishment of the United States-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative. This initiative will:
- Expand and accelerate research, development, testing, and industrial cooperation in defense technology.
- Identify technologies with operational benefits for both countries’ military systems.
- Conduct joint research initiatives in collaboration with government, industry, and academic institutions while protecting sensitive information.
- Facilitate the transition of technologies from research to procurement.
- Establish joint ventures and production partnerships between U.S. and Israeli industries.
- Coordinate with various Department of Defense components to align efforts and avoid duplication.
- Promote joint training and information-sharing to enhance operational readiness.
Domains of Cooperation
The initiative will focus on various domains, including:
- Counter-unmanned systems (drones and other platforms).
- Addressing subterranean threats (like tunneling).
- Missile and air defense technologies.
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning.
- Directed energy and advanced sensing technologies.
- Cyber defense and electronic warfare.
- Biotechnology and medical defense.
- Logistics and data integration.
- Cooperation in the defense industrial base.
- Other emerging technologies as jointly agreed upon.
Coordination with Federal Departments
The Secretary of Defense is tasked to coordinate with other federal departments, such as State and Commerce, to ensure alignment with existing laws and regulations throughout the initiative.
Reporting Requirements
The bill sets forth several reporting requirements for the Secretary of Defense:
- A progress update within 180 days of enactment, outlining initial steps and coordination with Israel.
- An annual report detailing activities conducted, progress made, technologies transitioned, and partnerships established.
- Reports will be unclassified but may have classified annexes, ensuring public transparency regarding activities while protecting sensitive information.
Funding Authorization
The bill authorizes an appropriation of $150 million each fiscal year from 2027 through 2029 to support the activities encompassed in the bill.
Relevant Companies
- RTX (Raytheon Technologies) - As a defense contractor involved in missile defense and advanced technologies, Raytheon may see increased collaboration with Israeli firms on defense projects.
- LMT (Lockheed Martin) - A major player in defense technology that may engage in joint ventures or technology sharing as part of the initiatives outlined in the bill.
- BA (Boeing) - Boeing, which is involved in defense and aerospace technologies, may also benefit from collaboration in new military systems developed under this cooperation initiative.
- NOC (Northrop Grumman) - This company could be involved in developing technologies to counter unmanned systems and other areas of cooperation specified in the bill.
This is an AI-generated summary of the bill text. There may be mistakes.
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TrackRonny Jackson
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TrackGus M. Bilirakis
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TrackAshley Hinson
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TrackRichard Hudson
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TrackBrian Jack
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TrackThomas H. Kean, Jr.
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TrackYoung Kim
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TrackDavid Kustoff
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TrackNick LaLota
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TrackMichael Lawler
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TrackTed Lieu
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TrackNancy Mace
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TrackCarol D. Miller
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TrackBarry Moore
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TrackAugust Pfluger
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TrackJohn H. Rutherford
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TrackDerek Schmidt
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TrackBradley Scott Schneider
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TrackAdrian Smith
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TrackChristopher H. Smith
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TrackDarren Soto
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TrackPete Stauber
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TrackThomas R. Suozzi
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TrackClaudia Tenney
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TrackJefferson Van Drew
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TrackDerrick Van Orden
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TrackDebbie Wasserman Schultz
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
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| Feb. 12, 2026 | Introduced in House |
| Feb. 12, 2026 | 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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