H.R. 8071In committeeGovernment & democracy
Bill requires regular practice drills for defense production emergencies
Data as of July 12, 2026
H.R. 8071 requires a defense production crisis drill at least every five years and fixes a typo in the 1950 law.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
H.R. 8071 updates the Defense Production Act of 1950 by requiring the Defense Production Act Committee to run a "table-top exercise" simulating crisis response at least once every five years. It also corrects a minor typo in the original law's short title, a technical non-substantive fix.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects federal agencies involved in national defense and emergency preparedness, including the Defense Production Act Committee. Businesses that could be directed to produce critical goods during emergencies, and the general public, may be indirectly affected.
Why does it matter?
Regular practice drills could change how officials plan resource needs and use emergency authorities before real crises like pandemics or supply chain disruptions occur, which could in turn affect when and how businesses are asked to participate.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Strengthening and Improving Mobilization Act of 2026
- Introduced:
- March 25, 2026
- Latest action:
- March 25, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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