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An original bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2027 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, and for other purposes.
This bill has been reported by the Senate Armed Services Committee and is now waiting for a vote by the full Senate. It is currently placed on the legislative calendar and is actively moving through the process. There is no companion bill mentioned at this time.
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The defense budget is one of the few bills Congress passes every single year without fail. While there may be debates over specific details, the final version almost always becomes law.
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The bill's provisions on National Guard technician conversions and phase-out could affect dual-status technicians represented by unions. While workers can't be converted without written consent, the hiring freeze starting in 2028 and full phase-out by 2038 could reduce union-represented positions over time. At the same time, new prevailing rate authorities at defense industrial base facilities could benefit unionized civilian workers.
“Beginning on October 1, 2028, no individual may be newly hired or employed, or rehired or reemployed, as a National Guard military technician (dual status) under section 709 of title 32, United States Code.”
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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 436.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on Armed Services. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Wicker. With written report No. 119-127.
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An original bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2027 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, and for other purposes.
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