Bills · HR 4027
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4027Armed Forces and National Security
Frontline Fighter Force First Act
INTRO JUN 17· LAST ACTION JUN 24
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses concerns about the readiness of the U.S. Air Force's fighter fleet. Some older aircraft models are experiencing declining "mission capable rates," meaning they are less often ready to fly and perform their duties. This could impact national security by limiting the Air Force's ability to respond quickly and effectively to global threats.
If this bill becomes law, it would prioritize giving the most frequently deployed units the best available equipment, which could enhance their effectiveness in critical missions and potentially save lives. If it doesn't pass, the modernization of these essential units might proceed at a slower pace, potentially leaving some frontline forces with less reliable or capable aircraft for longer periods, which could have serious implications for defense operations.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Air Force to ensure continuous production and purchase of at least one model of advanced fighter aircraft.
This ensures a steady supply of new, capable aircraft to upgrade the Air Force's fleet.
PROVISION 02
Mandates that the replacement of older fighter aircraft begin with squadrons that deploy at least 30% of the time.
This prioritizes modernizing the aircraft for the most active and frequently deployed combat units.
PROVISION 03
Directs the Comptroller General to review any challenges in procuring advanced fighter aircraft and provide recommendations.
This provides independent oversight to identify and help solve potential problems in the aircraft acquisition process.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Air Force Secretary to submit annual reports on the progress of implementing recommendations and replacing older aircraft.
This ensures accountability and transparency in the Air Force's fighter jet modernization efforts.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 1
D· North Carolina
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
30
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 0 REP 1 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSJUN 24
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2899-2900)
JUN 17
Introduced in House
JUN 17
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4027
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 17, 2025
Last actionJun 24, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 17, 2025
House BillHR 4027Armed Forces and National Security
Frontline Fighter Force First Act
INTRODUCED JUN 17, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 24, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
1
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
