During FY 2014, the REDBIRD program desires to spend $ $ million for an initial research and

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During FY 2014, the REDBIRD program desires to spend $ $ million for an initial research and development contract. $2 million more will be needed in FY 2015 to complete the contract. The REDBIRD program was not funded in any previous year and was not included in the President's Budget submission for FY 2014. Before it can spend any money, the REDBIRD program must

Appeal to the Appropriations Conference

Notify Congress in writing, wait 30 days, the proceed

Obtain a waiver form the Secretary of Defense

Obtain written approval from Congress