Report on funding barriers for sUAS

(a) Sense of Congress Congress recognizes there is unprecedented demand within the Department of Defense for acquisition and fielding of small unmanned aircraft systems (in this section referred to as sUAS), particularly for units slated for overseas deployments. (b) Report Not later than March 31, 2027, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate a report that includes— (1) the reason or reasons for prohibiting use of operation and maintenance fund for the purchase of sUAS participating in a program of record; (2) any broader challenges to the procurement of sUAS, including lack of authority or funding sources within the Department; and (3) a description of any legislative action required to address this issue.