Department of Defense Force Act of 1987

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Department of Defense Force Act of 1987 - Sets forth findings and states that it is the mission of the Department of Defense Force to defend the United States from all aerial threats, including missiles, and, in the event of war, to secure and retain control of space for the military forces of the United States. Establishes within the Department of Defense (DOD) a new department to be known as the Department of Defense Force (Defense Force). Provides for a Secretary, an Under Secretary, and three Assistant Secretaries for the Defense Force. Transfers DOD space activities to the Defense Force. Directs the Secretary of the Defense Force, as part of the initial objectives of the Defense Force, to develop and produce prototypes of certain defense systems, including a space-based laser weapon system and a mobile, ground-based anti-missile system for intercepting ballistic reentry vehicles in the upper atmosphere. Sets timetables for such developments. Directs the Secretary to issue special rules to govern research, development, test, evaluation, production, procurement, and contracting necessary to carry out the Defense Force's mission. Makes previous DOD rules and regulations inapplica…