The AI ACCORD Act requires the Department of Defense to develop a comprehensive strategy for improving defense cooperation with U.S. allies and partners in the Middle East by strengthening shared network capabilities that integrate artificial intelligence and data-sharing tools. The Secretary of Defense must submit this strategy to Congress within 180 days of the bill's enactment, including assessments of current efforts, challenges, and recommendations for implementation across multiple security levels and cloud computing environments. Additionally, the Defense Department's Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer must establish a forum within 180 days for military commanders across different combatant commands to coordinate on AI tools, training, and operational research, with a progress report due to Congress one year after enactment. The bill affects Defense Department officials, military combatant commands, and regional allies primarily in the Middle East who participate in joint defense efforts. No specific funding amounts are mentioned in the legislation, though it requires resources and personnel expertise to implement the strategy and maintain the new coordination forum.
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