CLEAR (Committee Leadership and Enhanced Accountability for Resilience) Defense Production Act of 2025

# CLEAR Defense Production Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The CLEAR Defense Production Act of 2025 would strengthen the federal government's ability to increase domestic production of defense materials and equipment during emergencies. It would enhance oversight and accountability for how defense production resources are managed and allocated, while establishing clearer leadership structures for coordinating these efforts across government agencies. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect defense contractors and manufacturers, federal agencies responsible for military procurement, and Congress (which would have enhanced oversight responsibilities).

Indirectly, it could impact national security preparedness and the domestic defense industrial base. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative James Himes (D-CT) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. No additional details about specific provisions are currently available in public records.