United States presence, access, readiness, training, exercises, logistics, and pre-positioning. (D) A discussion of political, diplomatic, economic, and military factors that may influence the United States posture. (E) Any recommended changes to the United States posture in the region. (F) Any other matters the Secretary of Defense determines to be appropriate. (c) Report (1) In general Not later than March 1, 2018, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report that includes the assessment required under subsection (b). (2) Form The report required under paragraph (1) shall be submitted in unclassified form, but may contain a classified annex. II Matters relating to the Department of Defense 201. Authorization of funds for critical munitions (a) Findings Congress finds the following: (1) Admiral Harry Harris, Jr., Commander of the United States Pacific Command, testified in February 2016 critical munitions shortfalls are a top priority and concern … munitions are a major component of combat pre-positioning, but fiscal pressure places this at risk . (2) Admiral Harris stated that Weapons improvement priorities include long-range and stand-off strike weapons, longer-range anti-ship weapons, advanced air-to-air munitions, theater ballistic/cruise missile defense, torpedoes, naval mines, and a cluster munitions replacement. . (3) Admiral Harris further indicated that if additional resources were to become available, I would prioritize investment in the following areas … procure additional critical munitions (AIX–9X, AIM–120D, SM–6, MK–48) . (b) Sense of congress It is the sense of Congress that— (1) the Department of Defense should address shortfalls in critical munitions inventories and make improvements in critical munitions capabilities