National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

Bill Number: H.R. 8800
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: Armed Forces and National Security
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2026-07-22: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Last Updated: 2026-08-01T05:52:36Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose of the Legislation

This Act authorizes appropriations and sets policies for the Department of Defense (DoD), military construction, Department of Energy national security programs, and related activities for fiscal year 2027. It prescribes military personnel strengths and addresses a wide range of defense-related matters.

Key Provisions Outlined

Division A (DoD Authorizations): Covers procurement, research and development, operations and maintenance, military personnel policy, compensation and benefits, health care, acquisition reforms, organization and management, general provisions, foreign relations, and other authorizations.
Procurement authorizations for Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, and Defense-wide items, including specific multiyear contracts for ships, aircraft, and munitions.
Research, development, test, and evaluation authorizations with program requirements and restrictions.
Operations and maintenance authorizations with energy, logistics, and sustainment rules.
Military personnel authorizations and policy changes, including officer management, recruitment, training, justice, and family programs.
Health care provisions for TRICARE and military medical facilities.
Acquisition policy reforms on contracting, intellectual property, workforce, and supply chain matters.
Division B (Military Construction Authorizations): Authorizes construction projects, land acquisition, family housing, and base realignment activities for the Army, Navy, Air Force, Defense Agencies, Guard and Reserve, and NATO Security Investment Program.
Division C (DOE National Security Authorizations): Authorizes funds for National Nuclear Security Administration programs, defense environmental cleanup, and other DOE defense activities.
Division D (Funding Tables): Provides detailed funding authorizations by account and program.
Additional titles address counterterrorism restrictions, foreign nation matters, and other defense topics such as export controls and intelligence.

Significant Changes to Existing Law Introduced

Modifies numerous sections of title 10, United States Code, including personnel policies, acquisition thresholds, data rights, and reporting requirements.
Extends or modifies authorities for programs such as counter-terrorism support, coalition reimbursements, and various pilot programs.
Introduces new requirements for skills-based hiring, contractor performance metrics, and supply chain risk management.
Establishes or modifies offices, working groups, and strategies (for example, for human performance, supply chain intelligence, and autonomous systems).
Repeals or updates certain reporting requirements and adjusts dollar thresholds for minor construction and other actions.

Potential Impacts on Government Agencies, Citizens, or International Relations

Government Agencies: Directs funding and policy changes for DoD components, military departments, and Defense Agencies; affects budgeting, acquisition, and operational planning across the department.
Citizens: Influences service member compensation, benefits, training, health care access, and transition support; may affect defense industry employment through procurement and workforce rules.
International Relations: Addresses alliances and partnerships (particularly in the Indo-Pacific and Europe), arms sales, training with foreign partners, and restrictions on transfers or support involving certain nations.

Main Stakeholders Affected by This Legislation

DoD leadership, military departments, and combatant commands.
Service members, veterans, and their families.
Defense contractors and the broader defense industrial base.
Congress (through oversight and funding decisions).
Foreign partners and allies involved in security cooperation.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Reaffirms congressional oversight of defense spending and policy through annual authorizations.
Includes restrictions on certain activities (such as transfers to specific entities or use of funds for particular purposes) that reflect policy priorities.
Establishes new mechanisms for accountability, such as performance metrics for contractors and reporting on supply chain risks.
Addresses constitutional and legal matters indirectly through updates to military justice, data rights, and contracting rules.

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Sponsor

Rep. Rogers, Mike D. [R-AL-3]

Cosponsors (1)

Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9]

Recent Actions

2026-07-22: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2026-07-22: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 212 (Roll no. 278). (Roll call 278)
2026-07-22: Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 212 (Roll no. 278). (Roll call 278)
2026-07-22: On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 213 - 216 (Roll no. 277). (Roll call 277)
2026-07-22: The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
2026-07-22: Mr. Ryan moved to recommit to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR H5156)
2026-07-22: The House adopted the amendments en gros as agreed to by the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union.
2026-07-22: The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
2026-07-22: The House rose from the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union to report H.R. 8800.
2026-07-22: The House resolved into Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union for further consideration.
2026-07-22: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5153-5157)
2026-07-22: Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union rises leaving H.R. 8800 as unfinished business.
2026-07-22: On motion that the committee rise Agreed to by voice vote.
2026-07-22: Mr. Rogers (AL) moved that the committee rise.
2026-07-22: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on the Grothman amendment No. 316, the Chair put the question on agreeing to the amendment and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Grothman demanded a recorded vote, and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.

Bill Versions

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 — issued 2026-05-13 — PDF (2 pages)
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 — issued 2026-06-15 — PDF (1614 pages)