The Pentagon could test more kinds of defense gear and services. If a military command says a test worked and wants to use the item, the government could buy more without reopening bids.
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PRIME Act is a Senate bill committee Action. The latest recorded action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Latest action on S. 2139: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects the Department of Defense, military commands, and companies that sell defense technology or equipment. Military commands could move faster from testing an item to using it. Defense companies could have a clearer path from a test project to a production deal. Competing vendors could have fewer chances to bid once an item succeeds in testing.
Why this matters: New military technology can take a long time to move from testing to regular use. This bill could shorten that path by letting the Pentagon buy more kinds of test items and move successful ones into production faster. The tradeoff is oversight. Skipping a new competition may save time, but it could also reduce price pressure and limit chances for other vendors.
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Officially: PRIME Act
The Pentagon could test more kinds of defense gear and services. If a military command says a test worked and wants to use the item, the government could buy more without reopening bids.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend S2139. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Armed Services
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (6/18/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to PRIME Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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