Hearing on 2018 Nuclear Defense Priorities
January 1, 2018
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The Frame
The hearing establishes the legislative framework and budget priorities for the U.S. and atomic energy programs for fiscal year 2018, directly impacting federal defense spending and military modernization strategies.
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Department of Defense
The department is responsible for executing the nuclear modernization programs discussed in the budget request.
National Nuclear Security Administration
The agency manages the atomic energy defense activities and nuclear security programs subject to the budget review.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2018.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on May 25, 2017, to discuss the Fiscal Year 2018 budget request for nuclear forces and atomic energy defense.
- The Joint Force identifies the nuclear deterrent as the highest priority for modernization and recapitalization.
- The subcommittee maintains a bipartisan consensus on prioritizing nuclear mission modernization.
- The Trump administration submitted its fiscal year 2018 budget request two days prior to the hearing.
- The hearing included testimony from officials representing the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the National Nuclear Security Administration.
Why It Matters
The hearing establishes the legislative framework and budget priorities for the U.S. and atomic energy programs for fiscal year 2018, directly impacting federal defense spending and military modernization strategies.
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Nuclear Priority Consensus
The transcript highlights a consistent, multi-administration commitment (Hagel, Carter, Mattis) to prioritizing nuclear modernization over other military programs.
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