Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act
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Overview
This bill establishes a Strategic Defense Innovation Working Group between the United States and Ukraine to foster collaboration on unmanned systems. The group will explore co-development, co-production, and acquisition of ‘covered systems’ – primarily expendable, low-cost unmanned aerial vehicles – and develop technology transfer frameworks. It aims to accelerate the integration of Ukrainian-designed systems into both countries’ defense capabilities, with a focus on bolstering Ukraine’s defense posture and potentially enhancing U.S. military capabilities.
Key provisions
- Establishes a Strategic Defense Innovation Working Group co-chaired by U.S. and Ukrainian officials.
- Defines ‘covered systems’ as expendable unmanned aerial vehicles and related technologies.
- Requires the Working Group to develop mutual technology transfer frameworks, including data exchange protocols and intellectual property agreements.
- Prioritizes Ukraine-designed covered systems for co-development and acquisition.
- Directs the Working Group to assess and recommend pathways for fielding Ukrainian systems, potentially leveraging existing programs like Blue UAS.
- Mandates regular reporting to congressional defense committees on the Working Group’s progress.
- Allows for a five-year term for the Working Group, with a potential one-year extension based on national security considerations.
- Encourages testing of U.S.-manufactured systems in Ukraine.
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