Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7001

Blue Angels: New Funding Rules for Florida Events

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This bill, introduced by Representative Patronis, changes the rules for how the Navy pays for Blue Angels flight shows and training near Pensacola, Florida.
It allows the Navy to sign contracts and promise to pay for services before Congress has officially approved the final budget for the year.
Normally, government agencies are not allowed to spend money or sign deals until the money is officially available, but this bill creates a special exception for these specific events.
This change helps ensure that the Blue Angels can keep their practice and performance schedules on track without being stopped by budget delays in Washington, D.C.
This policy mostly affects the Navy's internal planning and local businesses in Florida that provide services for the flight team's events.

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Jan 9, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Jan 9, 2026

Introduced in House

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Congressional Bill

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SOAR Act

Bill NumberHR 7001

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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