The National Missile Defense Act of 1999

The National Missile Defense Act of 1999 is a U.S. law that commits the country to developing and deploying missile defense systems capable of protecting against potential ballistic missile threats, especially from countries like North Korea and Iran. It emphasizes the importance of preventing missile attacks on the United States and its allies. The law sets goals for missile defense research and deployment, aiming to improve national security by creating defenses that can intercept and destroy incoming missiles before they reach their targets.