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New safety equipment requirements for Army Humvees

Original title: A bill to require all high-mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles of the Army to be equipped with an anti-lock brake system and electronic stability control kit, and for other purposes.

December 17, 2024

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Where This Stands

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Currently IN_COMMITTEE. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

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The Frame

What this does

This mandate forces the Army to prioritize and fund the retrofitting of its entire Humvee fleet, impacting military maintenance schedules and procurement budgets at facilities like the Red River Army Depot.

Who is mentioned in the record

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U.S. Army

The Army is required to manage the procurement, installation, and budget planning for safety upgrades across its entire Humvee fleet.

Red River Army Depot

The facility is designated as the primary site for retrofitting vehicles and increasing production of the required safety kits.

What changed

Current stage: IN_COMMITTEE.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill requires the U.S. Army to install anti-lock brake systems and electronic stability control kits on all s (Humvees) by September 30, 2033. The Secretary of the Army must submit a detailed implementation plan within 90 days of the bill becoming law and provide annual budget certifications through 2027.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This mandate forces the Army to prioritize and fund the retrofitting of its entire Humvee fleet, impacting military maintenance schedules and procurement budgets at facilities like the Red River Army Depot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which vehicles are affected by this bill?
The bill applies to all s (Humvees) currently in the Army's fleet.
What is the deadline for completing these upgrades?
The Secretary of the Army must ensure all vehicles are equipped with the new safety systems by September 30, 2033.
Where will the vehicle retrofitting take place?
The bill identifies the Red River Army Depot in Texas and its associated as the primary locations for the retrofitting work.

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Connected Entities

organizationCongressional defense committees“Receives reports and certifications”Map →
locationRed River Army Depot“Site for vehicle retrofits”Map →
organizationHouse of Representatives“Bill will be considered by both houses”Map →
locationUnited States of America“Country where the bill is enacted”Map →
organizationSenate of the United States“Where the bill is introduced”Map →
personSecretary of the Army“Responsible for implementing the bill's requirements”Map →
locationTexas“Location of Red River Army Depot”Map →
organizationSenate“Introduced by Senator Peters and Senator Cotton”Map →
organizationCommittee on Armed Services“Bill referred to this committee”Map →
otherUnited States Code“Reference to relevant legal code”Map →

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