S-3080 : Still Just a Bill

Strategic Arctic Naval Focus Act of 2019

This bill articulates the policy of the United States with respect to the Arctic. Specifically, it shall be the policy of the United States to prioritize Navy and Coast Guard missions, infrastructure and capability development, training, and stationing of assets in the Arctic.

The Department of Defense, in consultation with the Coast Guard, shall submit a report on the development and execution of a strategic plan that focuses on addressing U.S. Arctic policy.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2019-12-18IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.Senate
2019-12-18IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Dan Sullivan [R] (AK)
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Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
Related Subjects
  • Arctic and polar regions
  • Coast guard
  • Congressional oversight
  • Executive agency funding and structure
  • Federal officials
  • Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
  • Marine pollution
  • Military command and structure
  • Military education and training
  • Military operations and strategy
  • Military procurement, research, weapons development
  • Navigation, waterways, harbors
Related Geographic Entities
  • Alaska
Related Organizations
  • Department of Defense

Related Bills

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