All articles tagged with #national defense authorization act
Originally Published 24 days ago — by The White House (.gov)
The U.S. President signed into law the S. 1071, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, which allocates funding for military, energy, intelligence, and foreign programs, supports military pay increases, and includes various national security and foreign policy authorities.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by The White House (.gov)
President Trump signed the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which funds various defense and security agencies, supports the Peace Through Strength agenda, and includes provisions for homeland security and border security, while asserting the administration's constitutional authority over foreign policy and national security information.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Politico
Rep. Elise Stefanik criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson, claiming he would lose a vote for speaker if called today, citing internal GOP disagreements and her recent political disputes, while other political developments include bipartisan efforts on healthcare subsidies and legal investigations into former officials.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
The House has passed the annual defense policy bill, known as the National Defense Authorization Act, which includes a 5.2% pay raise for troops, funding for Ukraine, and an extension of a controversial foreign surveillance program. The bill faced opposition from House conservatives due to the extension of Section 702 and the omission of culture war amendments. The House version, filled with controversial amendments, was rejected by the Senate, leading to a compromise version. The bill now awaits President Joe Biden's approval.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WSWS
In a bipartisan vote, the US Congress has authorized a record Pentagon budget for fiscal year 2024, totaling $883.7 billion, an increase of $145 billion since 2020. The budget includes increased military spending aimed at countering threats from China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, and terrorist organizations. The bill also extends military aid to Ukraine and authorizes the transfer of weapons systems to Israel. The increase in war spending comes at a time of rising hunger and homelessness, job cuts, and cuts to social benefits, highlighting the prioritization of military interests over the needs of the working class.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Alabama Political Reporter
U.S. Rep. Barry Moore of Alabama was the only member of the state's delegation to vote against the $886 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024. Moore cited his opposition to funding President Joe Biden's "radical agenda" as the reason for his vote. The bill includes provisions such as a pay increase for military members, restrictions on teaching Critical Race Theory in the military, and support for the Border Wall. Moore's decision to run for a different congressional district in 2024 has sparked a rivalry with Rep. Jerry Carl, who voted in favor of the NDAA.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Department of Defense
The 2024 National Defense Authorization Act has been passed by both the House and Senate, authorizing a 5.2% pay raise for service members and civilian defense employees. The bill also includes provisions such as increased family separation allowance and changes to eligibility for the Basic Needs Allowance. Additionally, the act authorizes the Navy to enter into multiyear procurement contracts for submarines and allows the Department of Defense to enter into multiyear procurement contracts for rare earth elements. The Pentagon urges Congress to pass its supplemental budget request to support American partner nations and invest in the defense industrial base.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
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. It authorizes pay raises for troops and purchases of military equipment. The NDAA, which has been passed for 63 consecutive years, will now be sent to President Joe Biden to sign into law. The final version of the bill does not address divisive social issues that were included in the Republican-majority House's version. The bill also includes a four-month extension of a disputed domestic surveillance authority.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
The Senate has passed the annual National Defense Authorization Act, authorizing a record-breaking $886 billion in military spending for 2024. The bill received strong bipartisan support, clearing the Senate in an 87-13 vote. It now heads to the House for consideration. The legislation does not include provisions limiting abortion access and restricting transgender healthcare treatment for troops and their families, which were in the House version of the bill. The bill extends surveillance authority and provides a 5.2% raise in troop pay. It also includes funding to counter China in the Indo-Pacific and military aid for Ukraine. President Biden has requested additional assistance for Ukraine, but it faces challenges in Congress. The bill also includes authorizations for the AUKUS submarine-sharing agreement.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Defense News
The Senate has passed a compromise annual defense policy bill, which closely aligns with President Joe Biden's proposed budget request. The bill includes $300 million for the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative and authorizes the transfer of three Virginia-class attack submarines to Australia as part of the AUKUS submarine-sharing agreement. It also institutionalizes the sea-launched cruise missile nuclear program, despite objections from the Biden administration. The compromise bill removed provisions that caused House Democrats to protest, but conservative organizations are urging Republicans to vote against it due to the absence of a ban on abortion leave. The bill now heads to the House for a final vote before reaching the White House for the president's signature.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
The Senate has passed an $886 billion defense spending bill, supported by President Joe Biden, which includes funding for Ukraine and annual pay raises for troops. The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) provides funding for Pentagon priorities and was passed by a bipartisan vote of 87-13. The bill now heads to the House, where some Republicans are opposed to the removal of provisions on social issues. The Senate's NDAA includes provisions for defense funding, support for international partnerships, a pay raise for military servicemembers, and support for requested funding for various defense systems. The bill also includes a four-month extension of a domestic surveillance program, Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which has been a topic of debate.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
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.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Cointelegraph
The US government has removed two provisions from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that aimed to address anti-money laundering (AML) concerns related to cryptocurrency. The provisions included the establishment of a review system for crypto activities and combating anonymous crypto transactions. The removal of these provisions comes amidst ongoing discussions and deliberations on money laundering and terrorist financing facilitated through cryptocurrencies.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Hill
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.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Military.com
The compromise annual defense bill, known as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), includes a 5.2% pay raise for service members starting in January, making it the largest increase in over two decades. The raise aligns with what the Biden administration requested and is expected to easily pass Congress. The bill also includes provisions to address junior service members' finances, such as allowing monthly bonuses for those affected by economic conditions and providing flexibility in adjusting the Basic Allowance for Housing. However, efforts to boost pay for E-6s and below to ensure a minimum equivalent of $15 per hour were unsuccessful.