Book excerpt: The DoD Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP) FY 2004 President's budget has been submitted to Congress. In accordance with 50 USC 1523 (Section 1703, Public Law No. 103-160) this annual report on the CBDP is submitted to Congress, and it is intended to assess: (1) the overall readiness of the Armed Forces to fight in a chemical-biological warfare environment and steps taken and planned to be taken to improve such readiness; and (2) requirements for the chemical and biological warfare defense program, including requirements for training, detection, and protective equipment, for medical prophylaxis, and for treatment of casualties resulting from use of chemical and biological weapons. This report is provided in two volumes. Volume I provides an assessment of the plans and programs, and Volume II provides a performance plan for the CBDP in accordance with the Government Performance and Results Act.