S.1226 - Restoring Fort Leonard Wood Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
The Restoring Fort Leonard Wood Act of 2025 (S.1226) mandates the Secretary of the Army to undertake military construction projects aimed at replacing 1,142 military family housing units at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. The bill allocates $700,000,000 for this purpose. Senator Hawley introduced the bill, which was then referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Expected Effects
If enacted, the bill will lead to the replacement of over one thousand military family housing units at Fort Leonard Wood. This will likely improve the living conditions for military families stationed there. The allocated funds will be directed towards military construction projects.
Potential Benefits
- Improved housing conditions for military families at Fort Leonard Wood.
- Potential boost to the local economy through construction projects.
- Enhanced quality of life for service members and their families, potentially improving morale and retention.
- Modernization of military infrastructure.
- Addresses potential safety or habitability concerns with existing housing units.
Potential Disadvantages
- Significant expenditure of taxpayer money ($700,000,000).
- Potential for cost overruns or delays in construction.
- Focuses resources on a single military base, potentially neglecting needs at other locations.
- Opportunity cost: the funds could be used for other military or social programs.
- Possible environmental impact from construction activities.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the constitutional mandate to provide for the common defense and promote the general welfare (Preamble). Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution grants Congress the power to provide for the national defense, which includes maintaining military facilities and housing for personnel. The authorization of appropriations falls under Congress's power of the purse.
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).