Key facts
- The House Armed Services Committee passed the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act.
- The bill authorizes $1.15 trillion for defense.
- The committee debated approximately 900 amendments over 14 hours.
- The measure passed the committee with a 44-11 vote.
The House Armed Services Committee (HASC) has passed the annual Defense policy bill, known as the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This significant measure, authorizing nearly $1.15 trillion, was advanced to the full House after an extensive 14-hour debate that covered approximately 900 proposed amendments. The committee approved the bill with a vote of 44-11, indicating substantial bipartisan agreement on the overall framework despite the lengthy amendment process.