House Approves Record $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill in Narrow Vote
Seattle Tacoma, WA, July 23, 2026 — The U.S. House of Representatives has passed its version of the fiscal year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a…
Seattle Tacoma, WA, July 23, 2026 —
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed its version of the fiscal year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion for military spending. The vote was narrow, concluding with a tally of 216-212.
This legislation outlines the budget and policy for the nation’s defense activities for the upcoming fiscal year. The authorized amount of $1.15 trillion represents a new record for military spending. The close margin of the vote suggests significant debate and division among representatives regarding the defense budget.
Details regarding specific allocations within the $1.15 trillion, such as funding for personnel, procurement, research and development, and specific military branches or programs, were not provided in the summary. The timeline for further consideration of the bill, including its progression to the Senate and potential amendments or reconciliation processes, was also not specified.
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