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National Defense Authorization Act 2026: Military Spending, Personnel Benefits, and Policy Changes

This act authorizes the budget for US national defense for fiscal year 2026, covering military procurement, construction, and energy activities. It introduces significant updates to service member benefits, including healthcare expansions, housing improvements, and changes to personnel policies.
Key points
Authorization of appropriations for military aircraft, ships, and advanced technologies like AI.
Expansion of TRICARE coverage for fertility treatments and contraception supplies.
Initiatives to improve military housing quality and review housing allowance rates.
Prohibition on using federal funds for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs.
Strategic focus on deterring aggression in the Indo-Pacific and supporting allies like Israel and Ukraine.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-09-10
For 231
Against 196
Abstain 0
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Passed House
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Additional Information
Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
Print number: HR 3838
Sponsor: Rep. Rogers, Mike D. [R-AL-3]
Process start date: 2025-06-09
Voting date: 2025-09-10
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 262