S.2025 - CMV–22 Reliability and Readiness Enhancement Act (119th Congress)
Summary
The CMV-22 Reliability and Readiness Enhancement Act authorizes the Secretary of the Navy to integrate nacelle improvement modifications into the CMV-22 aircraft fleet. The goal is to improve readiness and reliability while sustaining the tiltrotor industrial base. The Act also mandates a report to Congress on the status and scope of these modifications.
Expected Effects
This act will likely lead to increased operational readiness and reduced maintenance burdens for the CMV-22 aircraft. It will also help to sustain the specialized tiltrotor industrial workforce. The report to Congress will provide oversight and accountability for the implementation of the modifications.
Potential Benefits
- Improved operational readiness of CMV-22 aircraft.
- Reduced maintenance burdens.
- Sustained tiltrotor industrial base and workforce.
- Enhanced support for distributed maritime operations in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Incorporation of lessons learned from the Air Force's CV-22 nacelle improvement program.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for cost overruns during the modification process.
- Possible delays in implementation.
- Risk of disruption to existing maintenance schedules.
- Dependence on the continued availability of funding.
- Potential for unforeseen technical challenges during the integration of modifications.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act appears to align with the constitutional mandate to provide for the common defense (Preamble). Congress has the power to raise and support armies (Article I, Section 8). The act authorizes actions related to military readiness and sustainment, which falls under this power. The Act does not appear to infringe on 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).