Defense Community Infrastructure Program Revisions Act
- Bill Number
- H.R. 8554
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-04-28: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-10T08:07:45Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
The Defense Community Infrastructure Program Revisions Act (H.R. 8554) aims to expand the existing Defense Community Infrastructure Pilot Program—administered by the Department of Defense (DOD)—to include installations of the U.S. Coast Guard, enabling funding for community infrastructure projects that support these sites.
Key Provisions
- Expansion of eligibility: Coast Guard installations, which fall under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), are now defined as "military installations" for the purposes of the program (10 U.S.C. § 2391(e)(1)).
- Concurrence requirement: The Secretary of Defense must obtain the concurrence (agreement) of the Coast Guard Commandant when selecting, prioritizing, or funding projects related to Coast Guard installations.
- Funding scope: Grants or other support can fund community infrastructure aiding any Coast Guard mission authorized under section 888 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (e.g., defense readiness, homeland security operations).
- Authority clarification: For Coast Guard-related projects, the Secretary of Defense acts with the Commandant's concurrence.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Amends 10 U.S.C. § 2391(d)(1)(B) to require Commandant concurrence for Coast Guard projects.
- Adds new subsection (d)(5) specifying concurrence for project assessment and prioritization, and linking grants to authorized Coast Guard missions.
- Expands the definition of "military installation" in subsection (e)(1) to explicitly include Coast Guard sites under DHS jurisdiction.
These changes integrate Coast Guard facilities into a DOD-led program previously limited to DOD installations.
Potential Impacts
- Government agencies: Enhances coordination between DOD and DHS/Coast Guard; streamlines infrastructure funding for Coast Guard bases without creating new programs.
- Citizens and communities: Local areas near Coast Guard installations may access federal grants for supportive infrastructure (e.g., roads, utilities), potentially improving economic development and mission support.
- No notable international relations impacts: Focuses on domestic military and homeland security infrastructure.
Main Stakeholders
- Department of Defense (DOD): Administers the expanded program.
- U.S. Coast Guard (under DHS): Gains eligibility for funding; provides input via Commandant concurrence.
- Local communities and governments: Eligible for grants to build or improve infrastructure near Coast Guard installations.
- Congressional committees: Referred to House Armed Services Committee for oversight.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Clarifies inter-agency roles, ensuring DOD funding aligns with Coast Guard missions; no new appropriations specified (relies on existing program authority).
- Constitutional: Aligns with Congress's power to regulate military and infrastructure funding (Article I, Section 8); promotes efficient use of federal resources across branches.
- Political: Bridges DOD and DHS priorities, potentially fostering bipartisan support for military readiness; minimal controversy as it expands benefits without major new spending.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (1)
Recent Actions
- 2026-04-28: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- 2026-04-28: Introduced in House
- 2026-04-28: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Defense Community Infrastructure Program Revisions Act — issued 2026-04-28 — PDF (3 pages)