HR 15597 · 94th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

A bill to amend title 10 of the United States Code to limit the authority of the Secretary of Defense with regard to functions and powers within the Department of Defense.

Introduced 1976-09-16· Sponsored by Rep. Hebert, F. Edward [D-LA-1]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Armed Services.(1976-09-16)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Prohibits the Secretary of Defense from assigning, consolidating, or abolishing functions, power, or duties vested in the Department of Defense except where such an action would improve the administration or operation of the Department or with regard to the development and operational use of new weapons or weapons systems.…

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