Essential National Security Authorities Act for Fiscal Year 2020
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (13 Nov 2019): Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 305.
What this bill does
S. 2840, titled the "Essential National Security Authorities Act for Fiscal Year 2020," is a bill introduced by Senator James “Jim” Inhofe. As its title indicates, the bill aims to authorize funding for the Department of Defense's military activities and defense activities of the Department of Energy for the fiscal year 2020. It also sets forth policies related to these programs.
The bill's specific provisions and the precise effects on individuals or groups are not yet detailed as the full text has not been published. However, based on its title and introduction, it would cover a broad range of national security matters including advanced technology, military construction, and energy department security programs. It also touches on subjects like alliances, arms control, and conflicts.
This bill was introduced on November 12, 2019, and is currently in the "Introduced" status. This means it has been formally presented to the Senate. For the bill to potentially become law, it would need to be considered by committees, pass both the Senate and the House of Representatives, and then be signed by the President.
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Official summary
Essential National Security Authorities Act for Fiscal Year 2020
This bill authorizes FY2020 appropriations and sets forth policies for Department of Defense programs and activities. The bill also authorizes appropriations and sets forth policies for Department of Energy national security programs.
Timeline
13 Nov 2019
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 305.
Common questions
- What does S. 2840 do?
- S. 2840, titled the "Essential National Security Authorities Act for Fiscal Year 2020," is a bill introduced by Senator James “Jim” Inhofe. As its title indicates, the bill aims to authorize funding for the Department of Defense's military activities and defense activities of the Department of Energy for the fiscal year 2020. It also sets forth policies related to these programs. The bill's specific provisions and the precise effects on individuals or groups are not yet detailed as the full text has not been published. However, based on its title and introduction, it would cover a broad range of national security matters including advanced technology, military construction, and energy department security programs. It also touches on subjects like alliances, arms control, and conflicts. This bill was introduced on November 12, 2019, and is currently in the "Introduced" status. This means it has been formally presented to the Senate. For the bill to potentially become law, it would need to be considered by committees, pass both the Senate and the House of Representatives, and then be signed by the President.
- Has S. 2840 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 2840. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 2840?
- S. 2840 was sponsored by Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] (R-OK), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 2840?
- Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 305. (13 Nov 2019).
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