Plan for recapitalization and modernization of the fighter fleet of the Air National Guard

(a) In general The Secretary of the Air Force, in consultation with the Director of the Air National Guard, shall develop a plan for the recapitalization and modernization of the fighter fleet of the Air National Guard. (b) Element The plan required under subsection (a) shall include— (1) measures to sustain and recapitalize the fighter fleet of the Air National Guard, including each of the 25 Air National Guard fighter aircraft squadrons; (2) a timeline for the recapitalization of such fighter fleet, disaggregated by fighter aircraft squadron and fiscal year; (3) the estimated costs of the proposed recapitalization plan; and (4) an explanation of the expected impact of the plan on operational and personnel readiness. (c) Report Not later than July 1, 2026, the Secretary of the Air Force shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report on the plan developed under subsection (a).