NASA Talent Exchange Program Act

House Bill

H.R. 5122

119th Congress

NASA Talent Exchange Program Act

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 3, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Chellie Pingree

Representative

Democratic

ME-1

Cosponsors

3

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Summary

The Disaster Mitigation through Military Service Act would allow the Department of Defense to assist with disaster preparation and response as part of military operations. This could include strengthening existing infrastructure to better withstand natural disasters.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

The Disaster Mitigation through Military Service Act would allow the Department of Defense to assist with disaster preparation and response as part of military operations. This could include strengthening existing infrastructure to better withstand natural disasters.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Disaster Mitigation through Military Service ActThis bill authorizes the Department of Defense to conduct, in conjunction with military operations, humanitarian and civic assistance activities that include the hardening of existing infrastructure in support of disaster mitigation.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Authorizes the Department of Defense to conduct humanitarian and civic assistance activities that include hardening existing infrastructure for disaster mitigation during military operations.
Aims to leverage military resources and personnel to help prepare communities for and respond to natural disasters.
Could lead to the military playing a greater role in disaster preparedness and recovery efforts across the United States.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would impact communities across the United States by enabling the military to provide additional support for disaster mitigation and response efforts. This could help vulnerable populations and critical infrastructure become more resilient to the effects of natural disasters. The bill may be particularly beneficial for areas prone to hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and other severe weather events.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

5122, 119th Congress (2025). "NASA Talent Exchange Program Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-5122