Bills · HR 3838
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3838Advisory bodiesAlliances
Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
INTRO JUN 9· LAST ACTION SEP 30
READING
1478MIN
COSPONSORS
1
READER REACTIONS0 TOTAL
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 4 / 8Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it's the main way Congress controls and funds the U.S. military and related defense agencies each year. It dictates how much money is available for everything from troop salaries and healthcare to purchasing new fighter jets, maintaining bases, and developing cutting-edge technology like artificial intelligence and biotechnology for national security. If it becomes law, it provides stability and direction for defense planning and operations globally for Fiscal Year 2026, ensuring the military has the resources and legal framework to carry out its missions.
Without this bill, or if it doesn't pass, the military's operations, readiness, and modernization efforts could be severely disrupted. This could impact national security, the ability to respond to global threats, and the jobs of millions of Americans connected to the defense industry. It also influences the U.S.'s standing and capabilities on the world stage, affecting alliances and international relations.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Authorizes spending for the Department of Defense, military construction, and defense activities of the Department of Energy for Fiscal Year 2026.
This establishes the overall financial framework and priorities for U.S. national security efforts for the upcoming fiscal year.
PROVISION 02
Grants authority for multiyear purchases of UH-60 Blackhawk aircraft and contract authority for major Navy programs like Ford-class aircraft carriers and Columbia-class submarines.
These provisions ensure continuous production of critical military assets, potentially leading to cost savings and more efficient delivery of equipment.
PROVISION 03
Includes funding and policy provisions for advanced technologies like the National Security and Defense Artificial Intelligence Institute and a biotechnology supply chain resiliency program.
This aims to keep the U.S. military at the forefront of technological innovation and secure critical supply chains for future defense needs.
PROVISION 04
Sets requirements and limitations on various military programs, such as minimum inventory levels for certain aircraft and restrictions on collaborations with foreign countries of concern for research.
These rules ensure accountability in defense spending, maintain specific operational capabilities, and protect national security interests in research.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 1
R· Alabama
YRS IN OFFICE
23
BILLS LED
12
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 5%
DEM 1 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
75 EVENTSSEP 30
Received in the Senate.
SEP 10
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4176-4213)
SEP 10
DEBATE - Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 682, the Committee of the Whole proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Norman amendment No. 13.
SEP 10
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Norman amendment No. 13, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Smith (WA) demanded a recorded vote, and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3838
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedJun 9, 2025
Last actionSep 30, 2025
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 9, 2025
House BillHR 3838Advisory bodiesAlliances
Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
INTRODUCED JUN 9, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 30, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
1478 min
COSPONSORS
1
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
