To provide for interagency tabletop exercises to assess the impacts of Department of Defense decisions during crises and evaluate United States Government tools available to augment Department of Defense capabilities in competition, crisis, and conflict, and for other purposes.
Summary
This bill mandates the Secretary of Defense to conduct interagency tabletop exercises. These exercises will assess the economic impacts of Department of Defense (DoD) decisions during crises and conflicts. The bill also aims to evaluate the economic tools available to the US government to augment DoD capabilities in such situations.
Expected Effects
The bill will likely lead to better coordination between the DoD and other federal agencies, particularly those focused on economic issues. This could result in more informed decision-making during crises and conflicts. It will also provide a clearer understanding of how economic tools can be used to support national security objectives.
Potential Benefits
- Improved interagency coordination during crises.
- Better understanding of economic impacts of DoD decisions.
- Enhanced utilization of economic tools to support national security.
- More informed decision-making by the DoD.
- Potential for more effective responses to crises and conflicts.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased bureaucracy and administrative burden.
- Risk of over-reliance on economic tools at the expense of other considerations.
- Possible conflicts between agencies with differing priorities.
- The effectiveness of tabletop exercises may not translate to real-world scenarios.
- Potential for private sector influence on DoD decisions.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution's provisions for national defense and the powers granted to Congress to provide for the common defense (Article I, Section 8). The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).