DoD Hides Missile Site Secrets in Classified Summit
Published Date: 4/13/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Defense’s Science, Technology, and Innovation Board is holding a secret meeting from July 14-16, 2026, to review and discuss important national security tech projects. They’ll decide if certain missile test sites get special status, which could impact future defense research and funding. This meeting affects military tech experts and could shape how the U.S. tests and develops cutting-edge defense tools.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Closed Classified STIB Meeting
You cannot attend the Science, Technology, and Innovation Board meeting because it is closed to the public from July 14 through July 16, 2026, each day from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The meeting will review classified matters, including a classified overview of the objectives of FY 2025 NDAA section 245.
Public May Submit Written Statements
You may submit a written statement for consideration by the STIB by sending it to the Designated Federal Officer at the email address listed in the notice. Statements intended for consideration at this meeting must be received at least three calendar days prior to the meeting to be considered at that meeting, and all submitted comments will be treated as public documents.
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