Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SB1006

Introduced
3/28/23  

Caption

A bill to direct the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on implementation of the advanced capabilities pillar of the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Impact

The bill signifies an important step in solidifying the relationship among the AUKUS nations, promoting collaboration on military technology and strategies. By requiring comprehensive reviews and improvements related to armament processes and export controls, it aims to create a more effective collaborative defense posture. Moreover, the focus on communication between the Departments of State and Defense underlines the importance of maintaining robust protocols for arms export and defense integration among allies, ultimately enabling the US to address global security challenges more effectively.

Summary

SB1006 aims to enhance the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, known as AUKUS, by directing the Secretary of State to submit a report on the implementation of its advanced capabilities pillar. The bill emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts among the involved nations to improve their defense cooperation, focusing particularly on arms exports, security measures, and technology integration. This initiative seeks to bolster deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region, enhancing overall peace and stability through strengthened military relations.

Contention

While the bill is expected to streamline defense cooperation, it may face scrutiny regarding the extent to which U.S. regulations impact treaty obligations and foreign relations with nations involved in arms agreements. There could be debates surrounding the implications of enhanced arms exports on global security, with critics potentially voicing concerns about the risks associated with proliferating advanced military capabilities among allied nations. This aspect of the bill might raise questions about the balance of maintaining national security while adhering to international norms regarding arms control and technology sharing.

Companion Bills

US HB1093

Same As To direct the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on implementation of the advanced capabilities pillar of the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

US SB1471

Related Truncating Onerous Regulations for Partners and Enhancing Deterrence Operations (TORPEDO) Act of 2023

Previously Filed As

US HB1093

To direct the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on implementation of the advanced capabilities pillar of the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

US SB1896

A bill to modify the provision of law on expedited review of export licenses for exports of advanced technologies to Australia, the United Kingdom, and Canada.

US SR239

A resolution reaffirming the deep and steadfast partnership between the United States and Canada and the ties that bind the 2 countries in support of economic and national security.

US SB1471

Truncating Onerous Regulations for Partners and Enhancing Deterrence Operations (TORPEDO) Act of 2023

US HR98

Reaffirming the partnership between the United States and the Dominican Republic and advancing opportunities to deepen diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation between the two nations.

US HB4715

BRITS Act Bilateral Resilience in Industry Trade Security Act

US HR152

Reaffirming the deep and steadfast United States-Canada partnership and the ties that bind the two countries in support of economic and national security.

US HR318

Recognizing the importance of the 70th anniversary of the signing of the Mutual Defense Treaty between the United States and the Republic of Korea on October 1, 1953.

US HR234

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives relating to the commemoration of the 190th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Kingdom of Thailand.

US HB3939

AUKUS Undersea Defense Act

Similar Bills

US HB1093

To direct the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a report on implementation of the advanced capabilities pillar of the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

US HB4619

AUKUS Submarine Transfer Authorization Act

US SB1471

Truncating Onerous Regulations for Partners and Enhancing Deterrence Operations (TORPEDO) Act of 2023

US HB3939

AUKUS Undersea Defense Act

US HB4716

KOALA Act Keeping our Allies Leading in Advancement Act

US SB4279

Coordinating AUKUS Engagement with Japan Act of 2024

US HB4725

AUKUS Oversight and Accountability Act

US SB2130

AUKUS Improvement Act of 2025