Creates regional centers across the U.S. to speed up new defense technology and create jobs.
This bill would create a new program to set up regional centers across the United States. These centers would bring together universities, businesses, and local governments to quickly develop new technologies for national defense. The goal is to boost national security and create skilled jobs in these regions.
Today, there isn't a specific program from the Department of Defense to create a network of regional centers focused on new defense technologies. If this bill becomes law, the Secretary of Defense would be required to establish a "Defense Technology Hubs Program." This program would designate at least 10 regional hubs within three years. It would set aside $375 million from 2026 to 2030 to fund their work. This work includes developing advanced military technologies and training a skilled workforce.
HR 7323 · 119th Congress · February 3, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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