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politics2 years ago

"Congress Approves $886B Defense Bill, Biden Set to Sign"

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a defense policy bill, known as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), with a record $886 billion in annual military spending. The bill includes provisions such as aid for Ukraine and measures to counter China in the Indo-Pacific. The NDAA also authorizes pay raises for troops and purchases of military equipment. The bill, which has strong bipartisan support, will now be sent to President Joe Biden to sign into law. The final version of the NDAA does not include provisions addressing divisive social issues. The bill also includes a four-month extension of a disputed domestic surveillance authority.

via Reuters|
#defense-policy-bill#joe-biden#military-spending
politics2 years ago

Senate Passes $886 Billion Defense Bill with Troop Pay Raises and Ukraine Aid

The Senate has passed a defense policy bill that includes the largest pay raise for troops in over two decades but omits several policy priorities of social conservatives, leading to a divisive debate. The bill now heads to the House, where opponents have expressed concerns. Notably, the bill does not include provisions blocking the Pentagon's abortion travel policy or restricting gender-affirming healthcare for transgender service members. It does, however, include concessions on diversity and inclusion training in the military. The bill also authorizes a 5.2% increase in service member pay and sets key Pentagon policy to be funded through a follow-up appropriations bill. It also includes a short-term extension of a surveillance program, Section 702, which has faced bipartisan pushback. The bill addresses concerns about Ukraine funding and includes measures related to China.

via CBS News|
#abortion#defense-policy-bill#house
politics2 years ago

Senate Approves Historic Defense Policy Bill with Pay Raises and Ukraine Aid

The Senate has passed a defense policy bill that includes the largest pay raise for troops in over two decades, but it has left out several policy priorities of social conservatives, leading to a divisive debate. The bill does not include language blocking the Pentagon's abortion travel policy or restricting gender-affirming healthcare for transgender service members. However, Republicans secured concessions on diversity and inclusion training in the military. The bill also includes a short-term extension of a surveillance program, which has faced bipartisan pushback due to concerns about privacy. The bill sets key Pentagon policy and authorizes $886 billion for national defense programs. It addresses issues related to Ukraine and China, but some House Republicans are opposing it due to the Pentagon's abortion reimbursement policy.

via NBC News|
#china#defense-policy-bill#politics
politics2 years ago

"US Senate Approves Comprehensive Defense Bill, Awaits House Vote"

The US Senate has passed a defense policy bill authorizing a record $886 billion in annual military spending with strong bipartisan support. The bill, known as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), covers a wide range of military policies and purchases, including pay raises for troops and measures to counter Russia and China. However, provisions addressing divisive social issues were left out of the final version, avoiding potential derailment of the legislation. The bill is expected to be passed by the House and signed into law by President Joe Biden. It also includes a four-month extension of a disputed domestic surveillance authority.

via Reuters|
#bipartisan-support#defense-policy-bill#military-spending
politics2 years ago

Senate Set to Vote on Controversial Defense Bill, Including Climate Accountability Measures

The Senate is set to vote on the National Defense Authorization Act, a critical defense policy bill that authorizes funding for the Department of Defense. The bill includes a $28 billion increase in defense funding and a 5.2% pay raise for military members. However, it also includes a short-term extension of a controversial law allowing warrantless surveillance of foreign nationals, which has sparked criticism. The bill does not include provisions related to abortion and transgender health care access.

via CNN|
#defense-policy-bill#military-pay-raise#national-defense-authorization-act
politics2 years ago

"Culture war demands removed from defense policy bill, lawmakers respond"

The final version of the annual defense policy bill, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), is expected to be voted on by Congress next week. The compromise legislation, agreed upon by negotiators from the Republican-led House and Democratic-led Senate, removes contentious provisions pushed by hard-right lawmakers, such as restrictions on abortion access for U.S. service members. This represents a defeat for the GOP's right flank, with some prominent Republicans denouncing the bill as a "total sell-out of conservative principles." The bill includes a pay raise for military personnel, expands military cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, and extends support for Ukraine. It also includes an amendment preventing any U.S. president from withdrawing from NATO without congressional approval.

via The Washington Post|
#abortion-restrictions#culture-wars#defense-policy-bill
politics2 years ago

"Renewal of Controversial Surveillance Program Urged to Protect National Security"

The annual defense policy bill includes a short-term extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which allows warrantless surveillance of foreign nationals. The extension has sparked intense pushback from some lawmakers, particularly on the right. Supporters argue that Section 702 is crucial for national security, but critics raise concerns about potential misuse and violations of Americans' privacy. Tensions have arisen within the House Republican Conference over the bill, with House Speaker Mike Johnson facing opposition. Negotiations are ongoing, and Senate leaders have expressed their commitment to work on a bipartisan reform bill next year.

via CNN|
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politics2 years ago

"Senate Overcomes Objection to Defense Bill, Clearing Path for Passage"

The Senate has cleared the first procedural hurdle to passing the annual Defense policy bill, despite an objection from Senator Josh Hawley. The bill, which does not include a GOP-backed item blocking the Pentagon's abortion policy, is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks. Hawley's objection will complicate the timing of final passage, but Senate Armed Services Committee Chair Jack Reed still expects to wrap up the bill next week. The House is expected to pass the bill by suspending the rules of the chamber.

via The Hill|
#defense-policy-bill#josh-hawley#national-defense-authorization-act
politics2 years ago

"Congressional Negotiations on Defense Policy Bill: Diversity Initiatives Gutted in Military Spending Budget Talks"

Congress is set to negotiate a compromise defense policy bill, but this year's talks may be more challenging due to partisan provisions added by House Republicans and differing amendments in the Senate version. Key differences include Freedom Caucus amendments, the establishment of an independent inspector general for Ukraine aid, provisions related to AUKUS, Senate approval for U.S. withdrawal from NATO, Buy America requirements, revival of the chief management officer position, abolishing the Cost Assessment and Program Evaluation Office, and the final location for the Space Command headquarters.

via Defense News|
#amendments#bipartisan#congress
politics2 years ago

Political Risks and Controversial Moves: A Recap of Recent Republican Actions

Vulnerable Republicans, including Representative Jen Kiggans of Virginia, took a political risk by voting in favor of adding partisan restrictions, including one that would reverse a Pentagon policy on abortion services for military personnel, to the annual defense policy bill. Democrats argue that this move could cost the GOP their House majority in the upcoming elections. While some Republicans defended their votes, others expressed regret and acknowledged the potential negative impact on swing districts. Many believe that the controversial amendments will be stripped out of the bill by the Democrat-controlled Senate.

via The New York Times|
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