Bills · HR 5191
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5191Armed Forces and National Security
To direct the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering to issue guidance for private entities on demonstrating how biobased products meet Department of Defense requirements, and for other purposes.
INTRO SEP 8· LAST ACTION SEP 8
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it could open doors for more innovative and environmentally friendly products to be used by the U.S. military. Right now, companies making products from natural materials might struggle to understand or navigate the Department of Defense's complex requirements. By creating clear guidance, the bill aims to level the playing field, making it easier for these companies to compete for military contracts.
If this bill becomes law, it could lead to the military adopting more sustainable solutions, potentially reducing its reliance on fossil fuels and traditional manufacturing processes. If it doesn't pass, the process for biobased product companies to engage with the DoD will likely remain unclear, potentially limiting the military's access to new, greener technologies and hindering the growth of the biobased product industry within the defense sector.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering must develop and publish guidance for private companies.
This guidance will clarify how companies can demonstrate their biobased products meet Department of Defense requirements, making it easier for them to do business with the military.
PROVISION 02
The Comptroller General must analyze the Department of Defense's process for setting product requirements.
This analysis will determine if the current processes unfairly prevent biobased products from being considered or purchased by the military.
PROVISION 03
The Comptroller General must submit a report to Congress with findings and recommendations.
If the analysis finds that biobased products are unfairly excluded, this report will propose solutions to ensure fair consideration.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 8
Introduced in House
SEP 8
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5191
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 8, 2025
Last actionSep 8, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 8, 2025
House BillHR 5191Armed Forces and National Security
To direct the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering to issue guidance for private entities on demonstrating how biobased products meet Department of Defense requirements, and for other purposes.
INTRODUCED SEP 8, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 8, 2025
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
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