Integration of space weather into space domain awareness and operations

(a) In general The Secretary of the Air Force shall ensure that space weather is integrated into Space Force space domain awareness doctrine and operations as a core component by— (1) integrating space weather data, modeling, and forecasting into operational space domain awareness systems and processes; (2) updating doctrine, operational concepts, and requirements to reflect the role of space weather in space domain awareness; (3) incorporating space weather considerations into the design, acquisition, and sustainment of space domain awareness capabilities; and (4) to the maximum extent practicable, leveraging existing capabilities and data from other Federal agencies and the commercial sector. (b) Briefing Not later than March 31, 2027, the Secretary of the Air Force shall provide the congressional defense committees with a briefing on the implementation of this section, including— (1) a description of the manner in which space weather is being incorporated into Space Force space domain awareness doctrine and operations; (2) an identification of capability gaps, planned investment, and leveraging of the commercial sector to achieve such incorporation; and (3) a description of roles and responsibilities within the Department of Defense with respect to the implementation of this section.