Key Highlights of Congress' $886 Billion Defense Bill
Congress passed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024, a defense bill that includes provisions for national security and Utah, with $886 billion allocated for defense needs and the largest pay increase for service members in two decades. The bill also directs funding to Ukraine and Israel, authorizes new military construction projects, and includes measures to protect against foreign threats. Sen. Mitt Romney added provisions to improve passport services, support military service, and address the military recruitment crisis. The bill is expected to be signed into law by President Joe Biden.