Defence

Veterans' Health-Care Amendments of 1986

United States · United States Congress · 17 April 1986

Readjustment Counseling Program Amendments of 1986 - Amends Federal veterans' benefits provisions to remove the requirement that veterans readjustment counseling be administered solely at Veterans Administration (VA) health-care facilities as of October 1, 1988. Establishes the Veterans Administration Readjustment Counseling Professional Fellowship Program (the Program) to assist in providing an adequate supply of trained professionals to furnish readjustment counseling services to veterans for the VA. Requires an individual, in order to be eligible to participate in the Program, to: (1) be a Vietnam-era veteran; and (2) be accepted in an accredited educational program which leads to a degree in a field appropriate to furnishing readjustment counseling services. Requires a written contract between the Administrator of Veterans Affairs and any veteran participating in the Program. Requires any veterans participating in the Program to also be full-time employees of the VA: (1) on the date on which their application for such Program is submitted; and (2) on the date on which they become particpants in the Program. Authorizes the Administrator to award a scholarship to each veteran accepted into the Program. Requires the Administrator, in accepting applicants into the Program, to give priority to members of groups determined to be disadvantaged minority groups. Requires the Administrator to include in the annual report submitted to the Congress a report on the Program.

A bill to prohibit the furnishing of STINGER air defense guided missiles to foreign paramilitary forces.

United States · United States Congress · 17 April 1986

Prohibits the United States from making available any STINGER air defense guided missile (or any comparable portable ground-to-air missile) to any foreign military or paramilitary force other than: (1) the armed forces of a government with which the United States has diplomatic relations; (2) the North Atlantic Treaty Organization; or (3) any other international organization, all of whose members have diplomatic relations with the United States.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to extend the period of time during which veterans readjustment appointments may be made.

United States · United States Congress · 15 April 1986

Amends veterans' benefits provisions to extend from September 30, 1986, to September 30, 1989, the period of time during which veterans readjustment appointments (noncompetitive civil service position appointments) may be made for Vietnam veterans.

A bill to require the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs to conduct a study for the purpose of locating sites in the State of Ohio suitable for development as cemeteries in the National Cemetery System with an emphasis on the Greater Cleveland area.

United States · United States Congress · 15 April 1986

Requires the Administrator of Veterans Affairs to conduct a study for the purpose of locating suitable sites in northeastern Ohio for development as national cemeteries. Requires the Administrator, within 90 days after the enactment of this Act, to report the findings of such study to the Congress.

Barry Goldwater Department of Defense Reorganization Act of 1986

United States · United States Congress · 14 April 1986

Department of Defense Reorganization Act of 1986 - Title I: Department of Defense - Amends Federal armed forces provisions to abolish the authority of the Secretary of Defense to transfer, reassign, or otherwise reorganize administrative functions within the Department of Defense (DOD) which are vested by law within DOD. States that DOD contains: (1) the Office of the Secretary of Defense; (2) the Joint Chiefs of Staff; (3) the Joint Staff; (4) the defense agencies; (5) Department of Defense Field Activities; (6) the Department of the Army, Navy, and Air Force; (7) the unified and specified combatant commands; (8) such other offices as may be established or designated by the President; and (9) all functions and activities under the control or supervision of any of the above elements. Requires the Secretary, when a DOD vacancy occurs for which a presidential appointment with Senate consent is required, to inform the President of the necessary qualifications of such appointee. Requires the Secretary to annually provide the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) with written policy guidance for the preparation and review of contingency plans. Requires the Secretary to inform the Secretaries of the military departments of DOD military operations and activities which directly affect their respective responsibilities. Establishes in DOD the Office of the Secretary of Defense, to assist the Secretary. Allows officers of the armed forces to be detailed as assistants or personal aides to the Secretary. Requires the Secretary of each military department to cooperate fully with personnel of such Office. Abolishes the position of Comptroller of the Department of Defense as one of the Assistant Secretaries of Defense and establishes such position as an individual office within DOD. Outlines the functions of the Comptroller, including that of advising and assisting the Secretary in performing all budgetary and fiscal functions within DOD. Establishes the position of Inspector General of the Department of Defense. Adds a new chapter to Federal armed forces provisions relating to the requirement for authorization of appropriations and oversight of cost growth in major defense programs. Repeals Federal law which conflicts with changes made under this Act. Revises Federal provisions relating to the composition and function of the JCS. Includes the following as members in the JCS: (1) the Chairman; (2) the Vice Chairman; (3) the Chief of Staff of the Army and of the Air Force; (4) the Chief of Naval Operations; and (5) the Commandant of the Marine Corps. Requires the President, subject to waiver, to assign to JCS only officers who have served in one or more joint duty positions for a substantial period of time. Provides that the Chairman of JCS shall be the principal military adviser to the President, the National Security Council, and the Secretary of Defense. Requires the Chairman of JCS to: (1) convene regular JCS meetings; and (2) consult with and seek the advice of JCS members and commanders of the unified and specified combatant commands. Authorizes a member of JCS to present advice or an opinion in disagreement or in addition to advice provided by the Chairman. Sets forth administrative provisions concerning: (1) the appointment and term of the Chairman; (2) the Chairman's presiding over the JCS; and (3) other functions of the Chairman relating to the planning of military manpower, strategy, and readiness capabilities. Requires the Chairman, not less than once every three years or upon request from the President, to report to the Secretary of Defense concerning recommended changes in the function assignments of the armed forces. Establishes the position of the Vice Chairman of JCS, to exercise such duties as may be delegated by the Chairman with the approval of the Secretary of Defense. Requires the Vice Chairman to act as Chairman of JCS in the event of a vacancy in that position. Establishes in DOD a Joint Staff under the Chairman of JCS, to assist the chairman and other members of JCS in their responsibilities. Requires the Joint Staff to include officers selected by the Chairman in approximately equal numbers from the various military departments. Requires the Chairman, no later than one year after the enactment of this Act, to report to the Secretary of Defense concerning recommendations for changes in the function assignments of Joint Staff members. Adds a new chapter to general military law concerning the operation in the armed forces of combatant commands. Directs the President to establish unified and specified combatant commands to perform military missions, to prescribe the force structure of such commands, to review periodically and revise such missions and force structure, and to notify the Congress before establishing a new combatant command or significantly revising the force structure of an existing command. Requires all combatant forces of the military departments to be assigned to combatant commands. Provides that the operational chain of command for combatant commands shall run from the President to the Secretary of Defense to the commanders of the combatant commands. Allows the President to utilize the Chairman of JCS in the operational chain of command at his discretion. Requires the Chairman of JCS to serve as spokesman for the combatant commanders concerning operational requirements. Outlines provisions concerning assignment by the President of combatant commanders. Requires any commander so assigned to have previously served in one or more joint duty positions for a substantial period of time. Outlines administrative provisions concerning the operational chain of command within each unified or specified combatant command. Requires the Secretary of Defense to provide for the administration and support of combatant forces assigned to each combatant command. Provides that the Secretary of each military department is responsible for the administration and support of forces assigned by him to a combatant command. Repeals Federal law relating to the establishment and composition of combatant commands. Repeals the prohibition against consolidating certain functions of the military transportation commands, as contained in the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1983. Repeals the prohibition against altering the command structure for military forces in Alaska, as contained in the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 1986. Provides that when an officer is recommended to the President for initial appointment to the grade of vice admiral, admiral, lieutenant general, or general, the Chairman of JCS shall submit to the President an evaluation of that officer as a member of the Joint Staff or other joint duty positions. Directs the Secretary of Defense to ensure that personnel practices, policies, and procedures of each military department enhance the ability of officers to perform effectively in joint duty positions. Authorizes the Secretary, when determined to be economically feasible, to provide for the performance of a supply or service activity common to more than one military department by a single agency of DOD. Directs the Secretary to establish within DOD a Defense Agency or a Department of Defense Field Activity to perform any such supply or service activity. Directs the Secretary and the Director of Central Intelligence to jointly develop and implement policies and programs to correct deficiencies in the wartime support capabilities of the Defense Intelligence Agency and the National Security Agency. Directs the Secretary, no later than September 30, 1988, to reduce by a specified percentage the total number of personnel assigned to management headquarters or management support activities in the defense agencies and DOD field activities. Requires a similar reduction of other personnel, also no later than September 30, 1988. Provides that any such reductions shall not apply to the National Security Agency. Prohibits further increases in personnel after the deadline date of September 30, 1988. Title II: Army - Revises Federal provisions concerning the organization of the Department of the Army to require that the Secretary of the Army be appointed by the President, with the consent of the Senate. Outlines various administrative functions for which the Secretary shall be responsible. Establishes in the Department of the Army an Office of the Secretary of the Army to assist the Secretary. Requires the Office of the Secretary of the Army to include the following: (1) the Under Secretary of the Army; (2) the Assistant Secretaries of the Army; (3) the Inspector General of the Army; (4) the Army Reserve Forces Policy Committee; and (5) such other offices or officers as the Secretary may designate. Limits the total number of personnel assigned to the Office of the Secretary. Establishes the position of Under Secretary of the Army and five Assistant Secretaries of the Army (one of which is to be the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Manpower and Reserve Affairs and another the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works). Establishes the position of Inspector General of the Army, and such deputies and assistants as the Secretary may prescribe. Establishes in the executive part of the Department of the Army an Army Staff to assist the Secretary. Outlines the composition (including a Chief of Staff and a Vice Chief of Staff) of such Army Staff and limits, except in time of war and certain other times, the total number of personnel assigned to such duty. Outlines various responsibilities of the Chief of Staff. Establishes in the executive part of the Department of the Army an Office of the Army Reserve to be headed by a Chief who shall advise the Chief of Staff on Army Reserve matters. Requires the President to appoint the Chief of Army Reserve from certain qualified officers. Revises provisions concerning the position of the Provost Marshal General of the Army relating to the appointment of an officer to such position and the length of the tour of duty. Title III: Navy - Repeals current Federal law defining the composition of the Department of the Navy. Provides for a seal for the Department. Requires that the Secretary of the Navy be appointed by the President, with the consent of the Senate. Outlines various responsibilities of the Secretary. Authorizes the Secretary to make appropriate recommendations to the Congress relating to DOD and to delegate certain powers and duties. Provides the Secretary with certain authority whenever the Coast Guard operates as a service in the Navy. Establishes in the Department of the Navy an Office of the Secretary of the Navy to assist the Secretary. Requires the Office of the Secretary of the Navy to include the following: (1) the Under Secretary of the Navy; (2) the Assistant Secretaries of the Navy; (3) the Naval Inspector General; (4) the Chief of Naval Research; (5) the Judge Advocate General of the Navy; and (6) such other offices or officers as the Secretary may designate. Requires the Secretary to ensure that there is no duplication of functions within the Department. Limits the total number of personnel assigned to the Office of the Secretary. Establishes the position of Under Secretary of the Navy and four Assistant Secretaries of the Navy (one of which is to be the Assistant Secretary for Manpower and Reserve Affairs). Provides for succession to the position of Secretary of the Navy if a succession is required. Repeals Federal law: (1) conflicting with changes made under this Act; and (2) concerning the power and functions of the Office of Naval Research. Provides that the Secretary of the Navy has custody of all records and property within the Department of the Navy. Revises Federal provisions concerning the composition and functions of the Chief of Naval Operations to include in the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations the following: (1) the Chief and the Vice Chief of Naval Operations; (2) not more than four Deputy Chiefs of Naval Operations; (3) not more than three Assistant Chiefs of Naval Operations; (4) the Surgeon General of the Navy; (5) the Chief of Naval Personnel; (6) the Chief of Chaplains of the Navy; and (7) other members of the Navy and Marine Corps and civilians assigned to such Office. Limits, except in time of war and certain other times, the total number of military and civilian personnel assigned to such Office. Requires the Office to furnish professional assistance to the Secretary, the Under Secretary, the Assistant Secretaries, and the Chief of Naval Operations. Revises provisions concerning the Chief of Naval Operations to outline various powers and functions. Requires the Chief, in addition to such specified duties, to also perform duties as a member of JCS. Provides for the retirement of the Chief at the rate of admiral. Establishes the position of Vice Chief of Naval Operations. Establishes not more than four deputy Chiefs of Naval Operations and not more than three Assistant Chiefs of Naval Operations within the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations. Revises provisions concerning the organization of the Marine Corps headquarters to establish in the executive part of the Department of the Navy a Headquarters, Marine Corps, to assist the Secretary of the Navy in carrying out responsibilities connected with the Marine Corps. Requires such Headquarters to consist of: (1) the Commandant of the Marine Corps; (2) the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps; (3) the Chief of Staff of the Marine Corps; (4) not more than four Deputy Chiefs of Staff; (5) not more than three Assistant Chiefs of Staff; and (6) other members of the Navy and Marine Corps and civilians assigned to the Headquarters, Marine Corps. Limits the total number of military and civilian personnel assigned to such Headquarters. Requires such Headquarters to furnish professional assistance to the Secretary, Under Secretary, the Assistant Secretaries of the Navy, and the Commandant of the Marine Corps. Outlines specified functions and duties of such Headquarters. Outlines the functions, powers, and duties of the Commandant of the Marine Corps, who performs such duties under the authority and control of the Secretary of the Navy. Requires the Commandant, in addition to such duties, to also perform the duties required as a member of JCS. Establishes the position of Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps to perform such duties as prescribed by the Commandant. Revises provisions concerning the composition of the Department of the Navy to include in such Department the following: (1) the Office of the Secretary of the Navy; (2) the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations; (3) the Headquarters, Marine Corps; (4) the entire operating forces of the Navy and Marine Corps; (5) all activities, forces, and functions under the control of the Secretary of the Navy; and (6) the Coast Guard, when it is operating as a service in the Navy. Includes in the Navy such naval combat and service forces and such naval aviation forces as required for naval operation. Includes in the Marine Corps no less than three combat divisions and three air wings, and such other combat, aviation, and other forces as may be required. Title IV: Air Force - Revises Federal provisions relating to the composition and functions of the Department of the Air Force to require that the Secretary of the Air Force be appointed by the President, with the consent of the Senate. Outlines various functions within the Department of the Air Force for which the Secretary is responsible. Requires the Secretary, in addition to such specified duties, to also make recommendations to the Congress relating to DOD. Establishes in the Department of the Air Force an Office of the Secretary of the Air Force to assist the Secretary. Includes in the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force the following: (1) the Under Secretary of the Air Force; (2) the Assistant Secretaries of the Air Force; (3) the Inspector General of the Air Force; (4) the Air Reserve Forces Policy Committee; and (5) such other offices and officers as the Secretary may designate. Limits the total number of military and civilian personnel assigned to such Office, except in time of war or national emergency. Establishes the positions of Under Secretary of the Air Force, three Assistant Secretaries of the Air Force (one of which is to be the Assistant Secretary for Manpower and Reserve Affairs) and Inspector General of the Air Force with such deputies and assistants as the Secretary may prescribe. Revises Federal provisions relating to the composition of the Air Staff of the Air Force to include in such Air Staff the following: (1) the Chief of Staff and Vice Chief of Staff; (2) not more than four Deputy Chiefs of Staff; (3) not more than three Assistant Chiefs of Staff; (4) the Surgeon General of the Air Force; (5) the Judge Advocate General of the Air Force; (6) the Chief of the Air Force Reserve; and (7) other military and civilian employees assigned to the Air Staff. Limits the total number of military and civilian personnel assigned to the Air Staff. Outlines general duties of the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, who is directly responsible to the Secretary of the Air Force. Requires the Deputy Chiefs of Staff and Assistant Chiefs of Staff to be general officers detailed to such positions. Establishes in the Department of the Air Force an Office of Air Force Reserve. Outlines administrative provisions relating to the appointment and term of office of the Chief of Air Force Reserve. Title V: General Provisions and Effective Date - Directs the Secretary of Defense, no later than September 30, 1988, to reduce the total number of military and civilian personnel employed in management headquarters activities in the military departments and in the combatant commands by at least ten percent of the total number of such personnel employed on September 30, 1985. Excludes specified offices from such reduction requirements. Provides a method for the allocation of such reductions and prohibits certain actions to be used to achieve such reductions. Allows the commander of each combatant command to determine the method in which such reduction shall be achieved within their command. Prohibits, after September 30, 1988, the increase of management headquarters personnel above the level required to be achieved by such date. Directs the President, at the same time the annual budget is submitted to the Congress, to submit to the Senate Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees and the House Armed Services and Foreign Affairs Committees a comprehensive report on the national security strategy of the United States. Waives, as of January 1, 1987, any congressional reporting requirements required of the President or any official or employee of DOD and contained in any Act which authorizes or makes appropriations to DOD. Outlines specified exceptions to such reporting requirement waiver.

A bill to make a technical correction to the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1986, relating to the extension of an enlistment bonus program.

United States · United States Congress · 14 April 1986

Makes a technical correction to the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1986 to specify the effective date of the extension of the selected reserve enlistment bonus program.

Robert Clifton Duncan, of Massachusetts, to be an Assistant Secretary of Defense, vice Robert S. Cooper, resigned.

United States · United States Senate · 10 April 1986

Veterans' Compensation Amendments of 1986

United States · United States Congress · 10 April 1986

Veterans' Compensation Amendments of 1986 - Title I: Rate Increases - Increases the rates of veterans' disability compensation, additional compensation for dependents, and the clothing allowance for certain disabled veterans. Increases the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for surviving spouses and for children, as well as the rates of supplemental dependency and indemnity compensation for children. Title II: Other Veterans' Program Improvements - Amends veterans' benefits provisions to provide that any overpayment made to a veteran in military retirement pay or payments owed by a veteran for annuity coverage shall be collected from compensation or pension benefits payable to such veteran. Amends veterans' fiduciaries provisions to authorize the Administrator of Veterans Affairs to require the fiduciary to disclose any financial information concerning the veteran beneficiary that is within such fiduciary's knowledge.

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize former prisoners of war to use Department of Defense commissary stores and post exchanges.

United States · United States Congress · 10 April 1986

Amends Federal armed forces provisions to authorize the use of Department of Defense commissary stores and post exchanges by former prisoners of war who have been honorably separated from service.

A concurrent resolution to express the sense of Congress that the Secretary of Defense should defer the final award of a contract with respect to Defense Construction Supply Center Solicitation numbered DLA700-85-B-4-4607 (for the purchase of 178 crawler tractors) until Congress completes consideration of the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1987.

United States · United States Congress · 10 April 1986

Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Defense should defer the final award of a specified contract (for crawler tractors) until the Congress completes consideration of the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1987.

A joint resolution prohibiting the sale to Saudi Arabia of certain defense articles and related defense services.

United States · United States Congress · 9 April 1986

Prohibits the issuance of a letter of offer with respect to specified proposed sales of Sidewinder, Stinger, and Harpoon missiles and services to Saudi Arabia, as described in the April 8, 1986, certifications from the President to the Congress under the Arms Export Control Act.

A bill to amend the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1985, to provide that members of the Commission on Merchant Marine and Defense shall not be considered to be Federal employees for certain purposes, to extend the deadline for reports of the Commission, and to extend the availability of funds appropriated to the Commission.

United States · United States Congress · 9 April 1986

Amends the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1985 to: (1) provide that members of the Commission on Merchant Marine and Defense shall not be considered Federal employees except for purposes of Federal workers' compensation or tort claims regulations; and (2) extend certain reporting dates of the Commission and the availability of funds to the Commission until specified periods after a quorum of such Commission has been obtained.

A bill to prohibit the obligation or expenditure of funds appropriated to the Department of Defense or the Department of Energy for the development, explosive testing, or production of strategic defense systems incorporating nuclear explosive devices.

United States · United States Congress · 9 April 1986

Prohibits the obligation or expenditure of funds appropriated to the Department of Defense or the Department of Energy for the development, explosive testing, or production of strategic defense systems (or components of such systems) which utilize nuclear explosive devices.

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Defense the position of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition.

United States · United States Congress · 9 April 1986

Amends Federal defense procurement provisions to establish in the Department of Defense (DOD) under the Secretary of Defense the position of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. Requires the Under Secretary to: (1) be responsible for all acquisition activities of DOD; and (2) perform such duties as the Secretary may prescribe. Redesignates the position of Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering as Director of Defense Research and Engineering.

A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to conduct a test program to streamline the efficiency of the management structure of major defense acquisition programs.

United States · United States Congress · 9 April 1986

Requires the Secretary of Defense, through the Secretaries of the military departments, to conduct an experimental program aimed at increasing the efficiency of the management structure of major defense acquisition programs by reducing reporting requirements. Requires the Secretary of each military department to designate two such programs for participation in the experimental program. Requires the Secretary of Defense to issue guidelines governing the management of major defense acquisition programs designated for participation in the experimental program.

A concurrent resolution calling for support for the assertion by the United States of the legitimate right of self defense against hostile attacks by Libya in international waters.

United States · United States Congress · 9 April 1986

Declares that the Congress supports U.S. actions taken against Libya and U.S. assertion of the right of transit in international waters.

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Defense the position of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition; and to require the Secretary of Defense to conduct a test program to streamline the efficiency of the management structure of major defense acquisition programs.

United States · United States Congress · 8 April 1986

Title I: Establishment of Position of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition - Establishes in the Department of Defense (DOD) under the Secretary of Defense the position of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. Requires the Under Secretary to: (1) be responsible for all acquisition activities of DOD; and (2) perform such duties as the Secretary may prescribe. Redesignates the position of Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering as Director of Defense Research and Engineering. Title II: Experimental Streamlining of Management of Major Defense Acquisition Programs - Requires the Secretary of Defense, through the Secretaries of the military departments, to conduct an experimental program aimed at increasing the efficiency of the management structure of major defense acquisition programs by reducing reporting requirements. Requires the Secretary of each military department to designate two such programs for participation in the experimental program. Requires the Secretary of Defense to issue guidelines governing the management of major defense acquisition programs designated for participation in the experimental program.

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to permit members of the Armed Forces to wear, under certain circumstances, items of apparel not part of the official uniform.

United States · United States Congress · 8 April 1986

Amends the Federal law concerning military uniforms to authorize the wearing of an item of religious apparel as part of the military uniform if: (1) the item is part of the religious faith of the member; and (2) it is neat and unobtrusive. Authorizes the Secretary of the military department concerned to prohibit the wearing of an item of religious apparel if it is found to significantly interfere with the performance of duty.

National Security Programs Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1987 and 1988

United States · United States Congress · 8 April 1986

National Security Programs Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1987 and 1988 - Title I: National Security Programs - Authorizes appropriations for the Department of Energy (DOE) for FY 1987 for plant and capital equipment and operating expenses in carrying out national security programs in the following areas: (1) weapons activities; (2) materials production; (3) defense waste and byproducts management; (4) verification and control technology; (5) nuclear safeguards and security; (6) security investigations; and (7) naval reactors development. Title II: General Provisions - Prohibits the use of funds authorized under this Act where the costs of the program exceed 105 percent of the program authorization or the costs exceed by more than $10,000,000 the amount authorized by this Act, whichever is the lesser. Prohibits the use of funds authorized by this Act for programs which have not been presented to or requested of the Congress unless the Secretary of Energy transmits to the appropriate committees a full and complete statement of the action proposed. Authorizes the Secretary to carry out any general plant project only if the maximum estimated cost of the project does not exceed $1,200,000. Sets forth procedures for the approval of projects which exceed by more than 25 percent their estimated cost, and exempts from such procedures any project which has an estimated cost of less than $5,000,000. Allows the transfer of funds from specified projects to other Government agencies for the performance of work for which the appropriation is made. Authorizes the Secretary to perform construction design services for construction projects in support of national security programs. Permits funds to remain available until expended if so specified in an appropriation Act. Title III: Authorization of Appropriations For Fiscal Year 1988 - Authorizes appropriations for programs under this Act for FY 1988 to DOE, such funds not to be available before FY 1988.

National Security Programs Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1987 and 1988

United States · United States Congress · 21 March 1986

National Security Programs Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1987 and 1988 - Title I: National Security Programs - Authorizes appropriations for the Department of Energy (DOE) for FY 1987 for plant and capital equipment and operating expenses in carrying out national security programs in the following areas: (1) weapons activities; (2) materials production; (3) defense waste and byproducts management; (4) verification and control technology; (5) nuclear safeguards and security; (6) security investigations; and (7) naval reactors development. Title II: General Provisions - Prohibits the use of funds authorized under this Act where the costs of the program exceed 105 percent of the program authorization or the costs exceed by more than $10,000,000 the amount authorized by this Act, whichever is the lesser. Prohibits the use of funds authorized by this Act for programs which have not been presented to or requested of the Congress unless the Secretary of Energy transmits to the appropriate committees a full and complete statement of the action proposed. Authorizes the Secretary to carry out any general plant project only if the maximum estimated cost of the project does not exceed $1,200,000. Sets forth procedures for the approval of projects which exceed by more than 25 percent their estimated cost, and exempts from such procedures any project which has an estimated cost of less than $5,000,000. Allows the transfer of funds from specified projects to other Government agencies for the performance of work for which the appropriation is made. Authorizes the Secretary to perform construction design services for construction projects in support of national security programs. Permits funds to remain available until expended if so specified in an appropriation Act. Title III: Authorization of Appropriations For Fiscal Year 1988 - Authorizes appropriations for programs under this Act for FY 1988 to DOE, such funds not to be available before FY 1988.

A bill to amend title 37, United States Code, to provide increased authority for the temporary storage of household effects of members of the uniformed services in connection with a change of duty station.

United States · United States Congress · 21 March 1986

Amends Federal military pay and allowances provisions to provide increased authority for the temporary storage of household effects of members of the armed forces in connection with a change of duty station.

Conventional Defense Initiative Act of 1986

United States · United States Congress · 21 March 1986

Conventional Defense Initiative Act of 1986 - Allocates a specified sum of funds authorized under the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1986 to be used by the Secretary of Defense for certain conventional defense initiatives, including side-by-side testing of weapons systems and equipment with member nations of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

A bill to amend section 406 of title 37, United States Code, to authorize transportation for the dependents and household effects of a member of a uniformed service who receives a punitive discharge, is dismissed from service, or is sentenced to a certain period of confinement; and to amend chapter 55 of title 10, United States Code, to authorize certain medical and dental care for certain dependents of members of the uniformed services who receive a punitive discharge or are dismissed for abuse of dependents.

United States · United States Congress · 20 March 1986

Amends Federal military pay and allowances provisions to authorize transportation for the dependents and household effects of a member of the armed forces serving outside the United States who receives a punitive discharge, is dismissed from service, or is sentenced to a certain period of confinement. Amends Federal law relating to medical and dental care for military dependents to authorize such care for abused dependents of members of the armed forces who receive a punitive discharge or are dismissed from service for an offense involving abuse of dependents. Limits the amount and length of the medical and dental care furnished. Limits the medical and dental care so furnished to care for symptoms which are a result of abuse.

A joint resolution to recognize and honor three hundred and fifty years of service of the National Guard.

United States · United States Congress · 20 March 1986

Recognizes and honors the National Guard for 350 years of service.

A joint resolution to recognize and honor three hundred and fifty years of service of the National Guard.

United States · United States Congress · 20 March 1986

Recognizes and honors the National Guard for 350 years of service.

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to require live-fire testing for certain conventional major weapon systems and munitions programs before production of such weapons system or munitions program is begun.

United States · United States Congress · 19 March 1986

Amends Federal defense procurement provisions to require the Secretary of Defense to provide that a contract for the production of a major defense system or major munitions program may not be entered into until live-fire testing of such program is completed. Establishes within the Department of Defense (DOD) a Director of Live-Fire Testing (the Director). Requires the Director, before full-scale engineering development of a major defense system or major munitions program begins, to: (1) review such plan; (2) report to the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (the Under Secretary) concerning such plan; and (3) review the adequacy and progress of live-fire testing of such system. Requires the Director to carry out programs to improve the conduct of live-fire tests by DOD. Gives the Director: (1) authority to observe any live-fire test conducted by the Secretary of a military department; and (2) access to all live-fire data and reports. Directs the Secretary of the military department concerned to carry out live-fire testing of each major defense system or major munitions program for which such Secretary is responsible. Directs the Secretary concerned, before the full-scale engineering development of a system or program is begun, to submit to the Director the plan, schedule, and proposed funding for the live-fire testing of such system or program. Requires the Secretary concerned, after such live-fire testing is completed, to submit a report to the Director concerning such testing. Outlines information to be included in each such report. Authorizes the Director to carry out further live-fire or surrogate testing if necessary. Requires the Director, before production of a covered system or program begins, to submit to the Under Secretary a report on each live-fire test conducted with respect to that system or program. Outlines information to be included in each such report. Provides each Member of the Congress with access to all test data and reports.

Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1987

United States · United States Congress · 18 March 1986

Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1987 - Title I: Procurement - Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for procurement by the armed forces and the defense agencies of aircraft, missiles, weapons, tracked combat vehicles, ammunition, and shipbuilding and conversion and for other procurement. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for the destruction of lethal chemical weapons. Extends through FY 1987 the authority of the Secretary of Defense, in carrying out the Multilateral Memorandum of Understanding Between the NATO Ministers of the Defense concerning the NATO AWACS program, to waive reimbursement for the costs of specified functions performed by certain personnel and to assume contingent liability for program losses and specified charges. Title II: Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation - Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for the armed forces and the defense agencies for research, development, test, and evaluation. Authorizes additional appropriations for FY 1987 for unbudgeted salary increases, retirement, and other employee benefits for civilian employees of the Department of Defense (DOD). Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for the purchase of foreign currencies. Title III: Operation and Maintenance - Authorizes appropriations for FY 1986 for the armed forces and the defense agencies for operation and maintenance. Authorizes additional appropriations for FY 1987 as necessary for unbudgeted increases: (1) in fuel costs; (2) as a result of inflation; and (3) in salary increases, retirement, and other employee benefits for civilian employees of DOD. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for the working capital fund of each of the armed forces and for the Defense Stock Fund. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for assistance to the Tenth International Pan American Games. Title IV: Active Forces - Authorizes strength levels for active duty personnel as of the end of FY 1987. Title V: Reserve Forces - Authorizes average strength levels for the selected reserve components of the armed forces for FY 1987. Permits the reduction and increase in such strengths as specified. Authorizes a specified number of reserves to serve on full-time active duty in order to organize, administer, instruct, recruit, or train the reserve components. Permits the end strength levels to be increased by two percent when in the national interest. Increases the number of certain personnel who may be on active duty in specified grades. Title VI: Civilian Personnel - Provides that Federal law requiring the authorization of end strengths by the Congress as of the end of each fiscal year before funds will be appropriated for the use of civilian personnel of any armed forces component for that fiscal year shall not apply with respect to FY 1987. Title VII: Military Training Student Loads - Authorizes average military training student loads for each component of the armed forces for FY 1987. Requires the adjustment of such loads as the manpower strengths of each component are adjusted. Title VIII: General Provisions - Increases the size of the Special Defense Acquisition Fund. Revises a provision of Federal law concerning certain reimbursements made under the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Uniformed Services (CHAMPUS). Repeals Federal law requiring a certain amount of working capital funds to be used for industrial-type activities.

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1987

United States · United States Congress · 18 March 1986

Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1987 - Title I: Procurement - Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for procurement by the armed forces and the defense agencies of aircraft, missiles, weapons, tracked combat vehicles, ammunition, and shipbuilding and conversion and for other procurement. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for the destruction of lethal chemical weapons. Extends through FY 1987 the authority of the Secretary of Defense, in carrying out the Multilateral Memorandum of Understanding Between the NATO Ministers of the Defense concerning the NATO AWACS program, to waive reimbursement for the costs of specified functions performed by certain personnel and to assume contingent liability for program losses and specified charges. Title II: Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation - Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for the armed forces and the defense agencies for research, development, test, and evaluation. Authorizes additional appropriations for FY 1987 for unbudgeted salary increases, retirement, and other employee benefits for civilian employees of the Department of Defense (DOD). Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for the purchase of foreign currencies. Title III: Operation and Maintenance - Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for the armed forces and the defense agencies for operation and maintenance. Authorizes additional appropriations for FY 1987 as necessary for unbudgeted increases: (1) in fuel costs; (2) as a result of inflation; and (3) in salary increases, retirement, and other employee benefits for civilian employees of DOD. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for the working capital fund of each of the armed forces and for the Defense Stock Fund. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1987 for assistance to the Tenth International Pan American Games. Title IV: Active Forces - Authorizes strength levels for active duty personnel as of the end of FY 1987. Title V: Reserve Forces - Authorizes average strength levels for the selected reserve components of the armed forces for FY 1987. Permits the reduction and increase in such strengths as specified. Authorizes a specified number of reserves to serve on full-time active duty in order to organize, administer, instruct, recruit, or train the reserve components. Permits the end strength levels to be increased by two percent when in the national interest. Increases the number of certain personnel who may be on active duty in specified grades. Title VI: Civilian Personnel - Provides that Federal law requiring the authorization of end strengths by the Congress as of the end of each fiscal year before funds will be appropriated for the use of civilian personnel of any armed forces component for that fiscal year shall not apply with respect to FY 1987. Title VII: Military Training Student Loads - Authorizes average military training student loads for each component of the armed forces for FY 1987. Requires the adjustment of such loads as the manpower strengths of each component are adjusted. Title VIII: General Provisions - Increases the size of the Special Defense Acquisition Fund. Revises a provision of Federal law concerning reimbursements for inpatient hospital care services made under the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Uniformed Services (CHAMPUS). Repeals Federal Law requiring a certain amount of working capital funds to be used for industrial-type activities.

A bill to amend title 23, United States Code, to improve safety on the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways by transferring rearward, to other internal axle groups, a part of the load weight carried on the steering axle of a three axle truck-tractor and triaxle semi-trailer.

United States · United States Congress · 18 March 1986

Amends Federal law regarding vehicle weight limitations on the Interstate System to prohibit the apportionment of Federal funds to any State which prohibits vehicles with certain triaxle weights from using the national Interstate System within its boundaries. Authorizes such highways to be used by vehicles with two consecutive sets of tandem and triaxles carrying a gross load of 70,000 pounds if the distance between such axles meets certain measurements. Exempts a group of three or more consecutive axles from specified tandem axle requirements.

Individual Career Investment Accounts Act

United States · United States Congress · 18 March 1986

Individual Career Investment Accounts Act - Amends Federal armed forces pay and allowances provisions to establish in the Treasury the Individual Career Investment Account Fund (Fund) to be used to pay proceeds to certain qualified members of the armed forces who have completed 20 or more years of creditable service. Outlines provisions concerning the administration of the Fund. Directs the Secretary of the military department concerned to establish and maintain for each eligible member in such department an Individual Career Investment Account (Account). Directs the Secretary concerned to make payments into the Fund on a monthly basis for each eligible member. Directs the Secretary concerned, no later than December 1 annually, to furnish a report to each eligible member for whom an account is being maintained, outlining specified information. Directs the Secretary concerned, at the time a qualified Account member begins receiving retired pay, to pay such individual the amount set aside in the Fund as his or her career Investment Account balance. Directs the Secretary also to remit such balance to a member not receiving retired pay within 90 days of a request from such member to receive such account balance. Directs an individual's Account to be closed upon proof of a member's death, following established estate distribution laws. Requires the Secretary concerned to provide notice to each member who is within two years of becoming a qualified member of such member's options under this Act. Provides for the tax treatment under the Internal Revenue Code of amounts paid to individuals from the Fund. Excludes from gross income any payments made up to the individual's Account balance, but treats any payments made in excess of a member's Account balance as interest income. Directs the Secretary of Defense, and the Secretary of Transportation with respect to the Coast Guard, to prescribe regulations for the administration of this Act.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve pension benefits for World War I veterans and for surviving spouses of such veterans.

United States · United States Congress · 18 March 1986

Amends Federal veterans' benefits provisions to add $1,800 (currently $800) annually in such benefits to veterans of World War I who were not provided with the educational and home-loan benefits that were provided to veterans of later periods. Increases by $600 annually the rate of pension payable to a qualifying surviving spouse of a veteran of World War I.

Military Retirement Reform Act of 1986

United States · United States Congress · 17 March 1986

Military Retirement Reform Act of 1986 - Title I: Program Changes - Amends Federal law relating to the computation of retired pay for members of the armed forces to provide for the retired pay multiplier for regular-service nondisability retirement (a percentage multiplied by the number of years of service). Reduces such percentage for members with less than 30 years of service. Requires the use of the retired pay base in computing the retired pay or retainer pay of a member. Defines the retired pay base for members who: (1) retire due to physical disability; (2) retire from non-regular service (reserve duty); (3) retire as warrant officers; (4) are involuntarily retired due to years of service or age; (5) retire, but whose retired pay must be recomputed because of later additional active duty; and (6) voluntarily retire from the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Defines the retired pay base for commissioned officers of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and of the Public Health Service. (States that the retired pay base in all such cases is either: (1) the monthly basic pay of the member upon retiring; or (2) the high-period average of such member's pay before retirement. Defines "high-period average".) Outlines special rules for the determination of the retired pay base for: (1) the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff or officers who served as chief of their respective military department; and (2) Senior enlisted members of the armed forces. Outlines special rules for the determination of retired base pay for disability retirees and "new-retirement members" (i.e., those members first joining the service after a specified date). Outlines certain rules of construction for purposes of the computation of retired pay. Title II: Computation of Retired Pay - Revises other Federal provisions concerning the computation of retired pay to conform with retired pay base changes made under this Act. Directs that a person be paid under the retired pay formula most favorable to such person. Provides a formula to determine the retired pay of a person whose pay must be recomputed due to post-retirement active duty. Sets forth a formula for the computation of the initial monthly retirement pay for members of each department of the armed forces and the Coast Guard. Provides general rules for the computation of retired pay for each such department, including: (1) use of the most favorable formula for each retired member; and (2) rounding out monthly retirment pay to the next lowest dollar. Allows an additional ten percent of such computed retired pay for members of the Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard who have been credited with extraordinary heroism by the Secretary of their department. Provides for the recomputation of retired pay for enlisted members and warrant officers of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force who are advanced on the retired list due to post-retirement temporary appointments or reserve duty. Provides a retired pay computation for members of the Coast Guard. Prohibits the retired pay of a member from exceeding: (1) 75 percent of the sums of active duty pay and all permanent additions to such pay; or (2) the retired pay base determined under this Act. Amends the Coast and Geodetic Commissioned Officers Act of 1948 and the Public Health Service Act, respectively, to provide for the computation of retired pay for a commissioned officer on the retired list of NOAA or of the Public Health Service, who first became a member either before or after the date of enactment of this Act. Prohibits the retired pay so computed for such NOAA officers from exceeding 75 percent of the retired pay base. Title III: Miscellaneous Provisions - Requires membership in a reserve component of the armed forces for receipt of non-regular-service retired pay for members who complete the years-of-service required for such pay on or after the date of enactment of this Act. Outlines provisions which provide for the entitlement to retainer pay for enlisted members who transfer to the Fleet Reserve or the Fleet Marine Corps Reserve after the completion or near-completion of a full term of active duty. Repeals Federal law which prohibits the payment of such retired pay or retainer pay from out of the Department of Defense Military Retirement Fund. Terminates the six-month rounding rule, which gives credit for a full six months of service (for purposes of the determination of retired pay) even though a part of such period is not actually served. Provides as an exception to the termination of such rule those members applying for retirement or transfer before January 1, 1982, who take certain specified action. Repeals Federal law prohibiting payments to such members, out of the Department of Defense Military Retirement Fund, who applied for retirement or fleet transfer before such date. Repeals Federal law which limits during FY 1986 the amounts available to be obligated for basic pay and payments into the Department of Defense Military Retirement Fund.

A joint resolution to commend the people and government of Spain for their commitment to democracy as reflected most recently by their strong vote of support for NATO and to maintain their commitment to the common defense of the democratic principles shared by our two great democratic nations and the other democracies of the Western Alliance.

United States · United States Congress · 13 March 1986

Commends the people and the Government of Spain for their support of continued participation in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and their commitment to democracy.

A bill to exempt any amounts available to provide certain benefits to veterans with service-connected disabilities from any requirement for sequestration of funds under part C of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985.

United States · United States Congress · 12 March 1986

Amends Federal veterans' benefits provisions to exempt from any sequestration of funds under the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Act) certain benefits which are based upon the service-connected disability or death of such veterans.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to exempt from sequestration certain benefits for veterans and dependents and survivors of certain veterans which are paid based on the service-connected disability or death of veterans.

United States · United States Congress · 12 March 1986

Amends Federal veterans' benefits provisions to exempt from any sequestration of funds under the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Act) certain benefits of veterans and their dependents and survivors which are based upon the service-connected disability or death of such veterans.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, with respect to veterans' readjustment appointments.

United States · United States Congress · 12 March 1986

Amends Federal law relating to the employment and training benefits for disabled and Vietnam era veterans to expand readjustment appointments in the Federal Government for such veterans up to and including the GS-11 level through December 31, 1991 (currently up to and including GS-9 through September 30, 1986). Requires a preference in appointment to be given to a veteran: (1) who has more than 14 years of education; and (2) who is either entitled to disability compensation or whose discharge from active duty was for a service-connected disability.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to exempt from any requirement for sequestration of appropriated funds any amounts available to provide certain benefits to veterans with service-connected disabilities.

United States · United States Congress · 12 March 1986

Amends Federal veterans' benefits provisions to exempt from any sequestration of funds under the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Act) certain benefits of veterans and their dependents and survivors which are based upon the service-connected disability or death of such veterans.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to require that non-Federal providers of hospital care and services receiving direct payment of Medicare funds for services to Medicare beneficiaries provide similar services to VA beneficiaries under similar VA payment policies.

United States · United States Congress · 11 March 1986

Amends the Federal veterans' benefits provisions to require any non-Federal provider of hospital services to any Medicare beneficiary to also accept Veterans Administration (VA) beneficiaries on a similar basis, and to accept payments from the VA as payments in full. Requires the Administrator of Veterans Affairs to report to the Secretary of Health and Human Services any noncompliance with health care provision agreements by such a non-Federal provider. Authorizes the Secretary to then terminate such agreement after a finding of noncompliance.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to remove the requirement that the Administrator administer garage and parking appropriations and fees as a revolving fund.

United States · United States Congress · 11 March 1986

Removes the requirement that the moneys received by the Administrator of Veterans Affairs for the use of Veterans Administration garage and parking facilities be administered as a revolving fund.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize modification of the structure of the Office of the Chief Medical Director, to clarify procedure for removal for cause of certain employees, to authorize the use of the Director Pay Grade within VA Central Office and for related purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 11 March 1986

Revises Federal law relating to the organization of the Office of the Chief Medical Director of the Department of Medicine and Surgery of the Veterans Administration (the Department) to provide that such Office shall consist of the following: (1) not to exceed two Associate Deputy Chief Medical Directors; (2) not to exceed seven Assistant Chief Medical Directors; (3) such Medical Directors as may be appointed by the Administrator of Veterans Affairs; (4) such directors of hospitals and other medical facilities as may be appointed by the Administrator; and (5) such other persons as may be appointed by the Chief Medical Director. Authorizes the Chief Medical Director to establish, modify, or abolish such positions and offices as are deemed necessary to carry out the needs of the Department. Outlines provisions concerning length of appointment to such offices and positions, and possible extensions or terminations of such appointment terms by the Administrator. Reduces the minimum and maximum annual salary rate for the position of Medical Director of the Department.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the exclusion of residents and interns from coverage under the Federal Labor-Management Relations Statute.

United States · United States Congress · 11 March 1986

Amends Federal veterans' benefits provisions to provide that persons appointed by the Administrator of Veterans Affairs to medical residencies and internships shall be excluded from coverage as employees (for purposes of collective bargaining) under the Federal Labor-Management Relations Statute.

Bill Nichols Department of Defense Reorganization Act of 1986

United States · United States Congress · 11 March 1986

Department of Defense Reorganization Act of 1986 - Title I: Unified and Specified Commands - Amends general military law to direct the President to establish unified and specified combatant commands to perform military missions and to prescribe the force structure of such commands. Authorizes the Secretary of Defense, if a situation warrants it, to establish a special combatant command. Requires the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS) to periodically (not less frequently than every other year) review the overall structure of the unified and specified combatant commands and make appropriate recommendations to the President. Directs the President to promptly notify the Congress of any action taken in response to such recommendations. Directs the Secretary of each military department to assign all forces under their jurisdiction (except forces assigned to recruiting, organizing, training, or supplying the armed forces) to unified and specified combatant commands as established under this Act. Outlines provisions concerning the command hierarchy of such assigned forces. Provides that commanders of combatant commands shall be supervised by the Chairman of JCS, and be responsible to the President and the Secretary of Defense for their missions. Makes the Secretary of each military department responsible for the support and administration of forces assigned by that department to combatant commands. Authorizes the commander of a combatant command to request the Secretary of Defense for the transfer to such commander of support or administrative functions. Directs the Secretary of Defense to include in the annual budget of the Department of Defense (DOD) a separate budget proposal for activities of each of the unified and specified combatant commands. Outlines information concerning activities of such combatant commands to be included in such proposals. Requires the commander of each such command to submit to the Chairman of JCS, for review and recommendations, annual program and budget proposals for such commands. Outlines provisions concerning the selection and tenure of combatant command subordinate commanders and staff officers. Establishes in DOD the Joint Commanders Council, consisting of the Chairman of JCS and the commanders of the combatant commands. Directs such council to advise the chairman, the President, and the Secretary of Defense on appropriate matters. Requires the Chairman of JCS to submit to the Secretary of Defense recommendation for the allocation of defense resources under the proposed national defense budget for each fiscal year, and to take certain other specified actions in connection with activities of the unified and specified combatant commands. Directs the Secretary of Defense (the Secretary) to provide for the transfer of staff personnel to the staffs of the commanders of the unified and specified commands in conformity with the reorganization under this Act. Limits the total staff size of the unified and specified commands to a number no greater than the staff size of the military departments before such transfer. Outlines considerations to be included in the initial review of the structure of the unified and specified commands. Title II: Defense Agencies - Directs the Secretary, in appropriate cases, to provide for the performance by one agency or organization of supply or service activities common to more than one military department. Directs the Secretary to periodically (and not less frequently than every two years) review the services and supplies provided by the defense agencies to ensure that such provision is more economical than the provision of such services by the military departments. Specifies various officers and directors whose views are required as part of the Secretary's review. Requires the Chairman of JCS to periodically (and not less frequently than every two years) report to the Secretary concerning the combat support agencies. Outlines information to be included in each report. Directs the Chairman to: (1) provide for the participation of the combat support agencies in joint training exercises; and (2) assess the performance of each agency in such exercise and provide for any necessary changes. Requires the chairman to develop a uniform system for reporting each such agency's readiness to perform in a war or threat to national security. Establishes in each combat support agency a combat support agency policy council. Outlines the composition of such council. Requires such council to: (1) advise the director of that agency on policy matters relating to the operation of that agency; and (2) consider and provide advice as directed by the Secretary of Defense. Requires the director of a combat support agency, upon request, to assign a representative of that agency to the headquarters of a unified or specified combatant commands. Defines "combat support agency." Requires the Secretary of Defense to conduct a study of the functions and organizational structure of the defense agencies. Outlines determinations to be made in such study. Directs the Chairman of JCS and the Secretaries of the military departments to each conduct a study of the functions and organizational structure of the defense agencies. Requires each such study to be submitted to the Secretary of Defense. Outlines matters to be considered in each such study. Directs the Secretary of Defense, within a specified conditional deadline, to report to the Senate and House Armed Services Committees concerning the studies made of the functions and organizational structure of the defense agencies, together with recommendations. Title III: Joint Officer Subspecialty - Directs the Secretary of Defense to establish a secondary occupational specialty for officers in each branch of the armed forces, to be known as the joint subspecialty. Outlines provisions concerning the number, selection, and assignments of officers to joint subspecialties. Directs the Secretary to establish career guidelines for officers in the joint subspecialty. Directs the Secretary to revise the curriculum of schools of the National Defense University in order to enhance the education and training of officers in joint military matters. Requires officers graduating from a joint military school in a joint subspecialty to be assigned to a joint position in that officer's next duty assignment. Prohibits an officer from commanding a unified or specified combatant command unless such officer is in a joint subspecialty. Prohibits an officer from appointment as Chairman of JCS unless the officer has served as the commander of a unified or specified command. Sets forth the promotion policy for joint service officers (including faster promotions). Directs the Secretary to establish procedures for monitoring the careers of officers in the joint subspecialty or other joint officers. Revises provisions concerning the review of promotion lists by the Chairman of JCS to allow the Chairman, in a limited number of instances, to recommend for promotion officers who: (1) have served in joint assignments; and (2) were considered by a review board but not recommended for promotion. Allows the Secretary of the military department concerned to disagree with the Chairman's promotion recommendations. Requires the Secretary concerned to record their disagreement as part of their transmittal to the Secretary of Defense of the selection board's report. Requires the Secretary of Defense to resolve any such disagreements before transmitting the report to the President. Requires previous joint officer assignments for officers promoted to brigadier general or real admiral (lower half). Authorizes the Secretary to waive such prerequisite in appropriate cases. Outlines the length of duty as a joint officer required for promotion to certain grades. Requires the Chairman of JCS to advise the Secretaries of the military departments concerned with respect to duty assignments of officers in the joint subspecialty and other joint officers. Requires the Secretary of Defense to ensure that military schools strengthen the focus on joint military operations in preparing certain level officers for joint duty assignments. Directs the Secretary of Defense to make the initial selection of officers for the joint subspecialty, following certain special rules. Title IV: Military Department Organization - Directs the Secretary of Defense to reorganize the executive part of the military departments, following specified reorganization policies. Defines the executive part of each military department. Outlines the functions of the Assistant Secretaries of a military department as reorganized under this Act. Limits to 30 the size of the personal staff of the Secretary of a military department. Limits the size of the staff of each military department to 85 percent of the size of such staff before the reorganization. Requires the Secretary of Defense to provide that operation and planning responsibilities that are duplicated by the staff of the JCS shall be shifted to that staff. Requires the Secretary, as well as the Secretaries of the military departments, to provide that functions able to be performed by commands outside the Washington, D.C. area shall be reassigned to those commands. Directs the Secretary to complete implementation of this title no later than 180 days after the enactment of this Act, and to report to the Congress on such implementation 30 days after such date.

A bill to express the sense of Congress that the Secretary of Defense should take measures to improve security of United States military installations overseas and should provide antiterrorism training to members of the Armed Forces and their dependents stationed overseas.

United States · United States Congress · 11 March 1986

Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Defense should: (1) review, and take steps to improve, the security of military installations outside the United States; and (2) provide antiterrorism training to armed forces members and their dependents stationed overseas. Directs the Secretary, no later than March 31, 1987, to report to the Congress concerning any such action taken.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve veterans' benefits for former prisoners of war.

United States · United States Congress · 10 March 1986

Establishes a presumption of service-connection for disability purposes for former prisoners of war suffering from the following conditions, manifest to a degree of ten percent or more after active service: (1) organic residuals of frostbite; or (2) arthritis resulting from trauma.

A bill to amend title 5, United States Code, to permit collective bargaining with respect to the subject of the attire to be worn by certain civilian employees of the National Guard.

United States · United States Congress · 10 March 1986

Declares that any matter relating to the attire of civilian employees of the National Guard shall be considered a proper subject for collective bargaining.

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to require the Department of Defense to exclude from consideration for contracts those firms in which a hostile foreign government or a covered foreign national owns or controls a significant interest.

United States · United States Congress · 6 March 1986

Amends Federal law relating to competition requirements in defense contracts to direct the head of a defense agency to require any firm that submits a bid or proposal in response to a solicitation to disclose in such bid or proposal any significant interest in that firm that is owned or controlled by a foreign government or a foreign national. Requires the head of an agency to exclude from consideration for a contract exceeding $100,000 a firm in which a hostile foreign government or covered foreign national owns or controls a significant interest. Directs the Secretary of Defense to prescribe regulations listing hostile foreign governments. Makes this Act inapplicable to the Coast Guard or the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

Department of Defense Acquisition Reorganization Act of 1986

United States · United States Congress · 6 March 1986

Department of Defense Acquisition Reorganization Act of 1986 - Amends Federal law to establish within the Office of the Secretary of Defense an Office of Defense Acquisition, headed by the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, which shall be responsible for the following: (1) acquisition of all property and services for the Department of Defense (DOD), including major defense systems acquisitions; (2) all of the contract administration and contract audit functions of DOD; and (3) the supervision, direction, and control of specified defense acquisition functions and personnel. Prohibits entering into a contract for the full-scale development or procurement of a major defense system unless the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition (the Under Secretary) has reviewed and approved the program. Requires a specified reduction in the staff of the Under Secretary within two years of establishment of such office. Directs the Secretary of Defense to develop appropriate policies and personnel training programs for DOD personnel assigned to a procurement function. Directs the Secretary, no later than January 1, 1987, to report on such policies and programs to the Senate and House Armed Services Committees. Requires such policies and programs to be implemented no later than January 1, 1986.

A bill to authorize the construction at certain military installations, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 6 March 1986

Authorizes the Secretary of the Army to carry out a military construction project at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, in a specified amount. Authorizes the Secretary of the Air Force to carry out military construction projects at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, and at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas, in specified amounts. Authorizes appropriations.

A bill to authorize the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs to establish a national cemetery in or near Cleveland, Ohio.

United States · United States Congress · 6 March 1986

Authorizes the Administrator of Veterans Affairs to establish a national cemetery in or near Cleveland, Ohio.

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve veterans' benefits for former prisoners of war.

United States · United States Congress · 6 March 1986

Establishes a presumption of service-connection for disability purposes for former prisoners of war suffering from the following conditions after active service: (1) organic residuals of hypothermia; (2) spastic colon; and (3) arthritis due to trauma. Decreases from six months to 90 days the amount of time a former prisoner of war must have been incarcerated to be eligible for outpatient dental services.