Virtual Readiness Act of 2026
Sponsored By: Representative Vindman
Introduced
Summary
Asks the Defense Department to test whether virtual constructive training can replace or reduce live flight hours. The Virtual Readiness Act of 2026 would require the Secretary of Defense to brief the congressional defense committees within 180 days on the feasibility of using virtual constructive training to optimize in‑air training use by the Armed Forces.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Vindman
VA • D
Cosponsors
Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
VA • D
Sponsored 4/9/2026
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