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Chemical agents and munitions destruction, defense

Division A · Title XIV: Other Authorizations · Subtitle A: Military Programs

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Funds are authorized for the Department of Defense in fiscal year 2027 to cover expenses related to destroying lethal chemical agents and munitions. These funds are specifically designated for carrying out the destruction activities as required by existing law.

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Section Text · Sec. 1402.

(a) Authorization of appropriations

Funds are hereby authorized to be appropriated for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2027 for expenses, not otherwise provided for, for Chemical Agents and Munitions Destruction, Defense, as specified in the funding table in section 4501.

(b) Use

Amounts authorized to be appropriated under subsection (a) are authorized for the destruction of lethal chemical agents and munitions in accordance with section 1412 of the Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1986 ( 50 U.S.C. 1521 ).