S.2075 - Future Long Range Assault Aircraft Medical Evacuation and Special Operations Procurement Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
S.2075, the "Future Long Range Assault Aircraft Medical Evacuation and Special Operations Procurement Act of 2025," aims to accelerate the development and procurement of specialized configurations of the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA). These configurations include a medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) variant and a special operations variant. The bill directs the Secretary of the Army to prioritize research, development, testing, evaluation, and initial procurement of these variants, while also emphasizing coordination with relevant stakeholders and cost-effectiveness through commonality in components.
Expected Effects
The bill, if enacted, would lead to a faster deployment of advanced MEDEVAC and special operations aircraft. This could improve battlefield medical care and enhance the capabilities of special operations forces. The bill also mandates a report to Congress, ensuring oversight and accountability.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced medical evacuation capabilities, potentially saving lives on the battlefield.
- Improved support for special operations forces, increasing their effectiveness.
- Promotion of technological advancement in military aviation.
- Potential for long-term cost savings through component commonality.
- Increased national security through advanced military capabilities.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for cost overruns in the development and procurement process.
- Risk of delays in the program timeline.
- Possible trade-offs between specialization and commonality, potentially impacting overall fleet maintenance.
- Dependence on future appropriations, which may not be guaranteed.
- Limited scope, focusing only on specific configurations of a single aircraft.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the constitutional power of Congress to provide for the common defense (Article I, Section 8). It also falls under the authority to raise and support armies. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any individual liberties or rights protected by the Constitution or its amendments. The emphasis on congressional oversight through required reporting further reinforces constitutional principles of accountability.
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).