To authorize the prepositioning of Department of Defense assets to improve support to civilian authorities.

1. Adds SEC. 375. PREPOSITIONING OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ASSETS TO IMPROVE SUPPORT TO CIVILIAN AUTHORITIES at the end of subtitle F of title III

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   "40728A. Recovery and availability of excess firearms, ammunition, and parts granted to foreign countries.".

   Inserted: SEC. 375. PREPOSITIONING OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ASSETS TO IMPROVE SUPPORT TO CIVILIAN AUTHORITIES.

   Inserted: (a) Prepositioning Authorized.--The Secretary of Defense may provide for the prepositioning of prepackaged or preidentified basic response assets, such as medical supplies, food and water, and communications equipment, in order to improve Department of Defense support to civilian authorities.

   Inserted: (b) Reimbursement.--To the extent required by section 1535 of title 31, United States Code (popularly known as the "Economy Act"), or other applicable law, the Secretary shall require reimbursement of the Department of Defense for costs incurred in the prepositioning of basic response assets under subsection (a).

   Inserted: (c) Limitation.--Basic response assets may not be prepositioned under subsection (a) if the prepositioning of such assets will adversely affect the military preparedness of the United States.

   Inserted: (d) Procedures and Guidelines.--The Secretary may develop procedures and guidelines applicable to the prepositioning of basic response assets under this section.

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   At the end of subtitle F of title III, add the following:

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