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Read. Follow. Verify.New safety equipment requirements for Army Humvees
Record date · December 17, 2024
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What This Bill Would Do
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.
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 It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
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.
Key Facts
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