Congress·In Committee·H.R. 9997

National Guard for National Service Act of 2026

National Guard and National Service Pilot Program

Jul 30·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

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The bill has bipartisan support and addresses popular issues like veteran employment and cybersecurity, but it is currently just a proposal in the early committee stage.

Key Points

This bill creates a new partnership between the National Guard and national service programs like AmeriCorps. The goal is to help part-time Guard members find steady work and training while they are not on active duty.
The program focuses on four main areas: protecting power and water systems, improving cybersecurity for schools and local governments, preparing for natural disasters, and helping military members find stable careers.
Before the program starts, officials must complete a one year study. This study will look at how many Guard members need full time jobs and how to adjust service schedules so they can balance their military duties with these new roles.
The plan also explores whether this program could help military spouses and family members find better job opportunities. It aims to build a pipeline that connects military service with community service to strengthen local economies.

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Milestones

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Jul 30, 2026House

Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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Jul 30, 2026

Introduced in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

National Guard for National Service Act of 2026

Bill NumberHR 9997

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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