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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

It became law on Dec 18, 2025.

US S 1071 · Senate Bill · 119th Congress

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Became law
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Sponsors
2
Latest action
Dec 18, 2025

What it does

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2026 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities, military construction, and the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DOE). The bill also sets forth policies and authorities for the Department of State, the Coast Guard, and the Intelligence Community (IC). Among other elements, the bill authorizes the procurement of various items, including aircraft, ships, and missiles; sets active duty and reserve component personnel strength levels; sets policy regarding various aspects of military health care and military compensation; sets policy regarding DOD…

Official summary · Passed House · Dec 10, 2025

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This bill passed and is now law.

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    Dec 18, 2025

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