Indo-Pacific Space Partnership Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Chief of Space Operations to conduct a feasibility study on expanding the Multinational Force Operation Olympic Defender to include additional allies in the Indo-Pacific region, specifically Japan and the Republic of Korea. The report will assess the potential impact on U.S. national security, identify necessary policy and funding changes, and determine the steps required for allied countries to join the operation. It aims to strengthen partnerships and cooperation in space security within the Indo-Pacific.
Key provisions
- Requires the Chief of Space Operations to submit a feasibility report.
- The report must assess expanding Olympic Defender to include Japan and South Korea.
- The report must identify policy and funding changes needed for allied participation.
- The report must evaluate the impact on U.S. national security.
- The report must determine the resources and authorities required from Congress and the executive branch.
Who is affected
- United States Department of Defense
- Japan
- Republic of Korea
- Congress (specifically the Senate and House Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees)
- The Chief of Space Operations
Notable changes
- Focuses on expanding a specific multinational military operation (Olympic Defender).
- Requires a detailed assessment of potential allied participation.
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