National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Reps. Rogers and Smith Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Fund the Military for 2027
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by the House Committee on Armed Services. It is actively moving forward as it waits for the committee to discuss and vote on the proposal. There are no other scheduled actions at this time.
Legislative Progress
This is a must-pass bill that Congress has successfully approved every year for over 60 years with support from both parties.
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The NDAA often includes provisions affecting military veterans, such as transition programs and healthcare adjustments. While this introductory text does not detail veteran-specific provisions, past NDAAs have consistently included measures that affect veterans. The full bill, once marked up in committee, is likely to contain veteran-related provisions.
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Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 606.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Armed Services. H. Rept. 119-698.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 44 - 12.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
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