Sentinel Nuclear Deterrence Act of 2023
This bill authorizes the replacement of the aging Minuteman III nuclear missiles with the new Sentinel system at three specific bases: F.E. Warren (Wyoming), Malmstrom (Montana), and Minot (North Dakota). It grants the Air Force authority to enter multiyear contracts for up to 659 Sentinel missiles, including pre-priced options to reach the full quantity if needed. The bill also requires two reports: one assessing a dedicated fund for land-based deterrence costs, and another addressing supply chain stability for construction materials like concrete and steel. These provisions directly affect military bases, defense contractors, and the Department of Defense's nuclear modernization budget.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2023
Committee Review
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Introduced Jun 15, 2023
Last action Jun 15, 2023
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Jun 15, 2023
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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Jun 15, 2023
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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