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US Defense Funding: Military Budget and Personnel Strength for 2025

This resolution outlines how the House of Representatives will vote on a bill setting the defense budget for 2025. It covers spending on military activities, military construction, and defense-related energy activities. The bill also determines the number of military personnel, directly impacting national security and jobs in the defense sector.
Key points
The resolution sets the rules for debate and amendments to the 2025 military funding bill.
Bill H.R. 8070 concerns defense spending, including military activities, construction, and Department of Energy defense activities.
It also prescribes military personnel strengths for the upcoming fiscal year.
Impacts the allocation of public funds for defense purposes and national security.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-06-12
50%
For 208
Against 207
Abstain 0
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Adopted
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_1287
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, Austin [R-GA-8]
Process start date: 2024-06-11
Voting date: 2024-06-12
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 251
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8070) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2025 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year; relating to the consideration of House Report 118-527 and an accompanying resolution; and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1287.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-06-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution sets the rules for debate and amendments to the 2025 military funding bill.
  • Bill H.R. 8070 concerns defense spending, including military activities, construction, and Department of Energy defense activities.
  • It also prescribes military personnel strengths for the upcoming fiscal year.
  • Impacts the allocation of public funds for defense purposes and national security.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Scott, Austin [R-GA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 208 - 207 (Roll no. 251). (text: CR H3730-3731)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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