S. 2296
IntroducedNational Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
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11/12/2025 • House
Summary
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2026 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities, military construction, and the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DOE). It also authorizes the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board for FY2026. The bill authorizes appropriations but it does not provide budget authority, which is provided by appropriations legislation.
Among other elements, the bill
- authorizes the procurement of various items, including aircraft, ships, and missiles;
- authorizes active duty and reserve component personnel strength levels;
- authorizes specified military construction projects and extends the authorization of certain projects from previous fiscal years;
- requires DOD to develop a strategy on the national security implications of emerging biotechnologies;
- requires the Navy to implement certain processes to improve the material condition and combat readiness of Navy surface ships maintained and repaired at private shipyards;
- extends the Pacific Deterrence Initiative (an initiative to enhance U.S. deterrence and defense posture, assure allies and partners, and increase capability and readiness in the Indo-Pacific region) through FY2026; and
- repeals various statutory provisions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion within DOD, including a provision establishing the position of Chief Diversity Officer of DOD.
For additional information on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) see
Reported to Senate • 7/15/2025
Topics & Subjects
CBO Cost Estimates (2)
Estimated Changes in Direct Spending Under S. 2296, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
As reported by the Senate Committee on Armed Services on July 15, 2025
Published: September 3, 2025
Budgetary Determination for Section 1564 of S. 2296, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, as Passed by the Senate on October 9, 2025
In this letter, CBO discusses the effects of enacting section 1564 of S. 2296, as passed by the Senate.
Published: December 5, 2025
Amendments (885)
This bill has 885 amendments proposed or adopted.
View all amendments on Congress.govCongressional Votes (3)
On Passage of the Bill
October 9, 2025
On the Motion to Proceed
September 4, 2025
On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed
September 2, 2025
Related Federal Spending
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Bill Journey
Originated in the Senate
Introduced
July 15, 2025
Committee Review
March 5, 2025
Committee on Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 119-75, pt. 3.
Floor Debate
August 2, 2025
Passed Chamber
Other Chamber
November 10, 2025
President
Enacted into Law
Text Versions (2)
Committee Reports (2)
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