Sec. 1673. SENSE OF CONGRESS ON NUCLEAR POSTURE OF THE UNITED STATES

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## SEC. 1673 SENSE OF CONGRESS ON NUCLEAR POSTURE OF THE UNITED STATES It is the sense of Congress that— ####

(1)for more than 70 years the nuclear deterrent of the United States has played, and will continue to play, a central role in the national security of the United States and international stability; ####

(2)strong, credible, and flexible nuclear forces of the United States deter aggression by adversaries and assure the allies of the United States that the extended deterrence commitments of the United States are steadfast; ####

(3)the 2017 National Security Strategy, the 2018 National Defense Strategy, and the 2018 Nuclear Posture Review correctly assess changes in the security environment related to interstate strategic competition and recognize that the defense policies and posture of the United States, including those related to nuclear forces, must undergo measured adjustments; ####

(4)the United States remains committed to, and will continue to honor, its full range of nuclear arms control and nonproliferation treaty obligations and seeks continued engagement for prudent and verifiable agreements, however, the policies and actions of the United States must also hold states that violate such treaties accountable for such violations and take such violations into account when considering further arms control agreements; ####

(5)the North Atlantic Treaty Organization

(NATO)plays an essential role in the national security of the United States and NATO should continue to strengthen and align its nuclear and conventional deterrence posture, planning, and exercises to align with modern threats, including modernizing its dual-capable aircraft, command and control networks, nuclear-related facilities, and conventional capabilities; ####

(6)the 2018 Nuclear Posture Review rightly states that the United States requires reliable, diverse, and tailorable nuclear forces capable of responding to a variety of current threats while preparing for future uncertainty and directs implementation of a comprehensive nuclear modernization program at both the Department of Defense and the National Nuclear Security Administration; and ####

(7)the Department of Defense and the National Nuclear Security Administration must integrate, partner, and organize themselves to successfully execute all aspects of the nuclear modernization program, including those regarding nuclear forces, warheads, infrastructure, command and control, and personnel. ## Subtitle E Missile Defense Programs