Guarding Readiness Resources Act

# Guarding Readiness Resources Act Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill changes how the National Guard Bureau handles money it receives from states or U.S. territories when those entities reimburse the federal government for using military property. Currently, these reimbursement funds go into a general pool.

Under this bill, the money would instead be directed back to the specific accounts that paid for the original expenses, or to accounts designated for similar purposes. The funds could only be used by the Department of Defense to repair, maintain, replace, or support equipment and assets used by National Guard units when they're operating under state orders. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects the National Guard Bureau, the Department of Defense, and state governments that reimburse the federal government for using National Guard resources. It could also indirectly impact National Guard units by potentially improving how funding flows for maintaining their equipment and facilities. **Current status:** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.