Making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.
Legislative Progress
ReportedMr. McConnell, from the Committee on Appropriations, reported the following …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Provides annual defense appropriations for fiscal year 2026. Includes standard provisions on publicity restrictions, foreign national employment, and obligation timing.
Who Benefits and How
- Department of Defense receives operating funds
- Military personnel and operations continue with funded support
- Defense contractors receive funded procurement orders
Who Bears the Burden and How
- Federal taxpayers fund defense appropriations
- Defense agencies face spending restrictions and reporting requirements
Key Provisions
- No funds for unauthorized publicity or propaganda
- Foreign national employees subject to pay limitations
- Funds expire at end of fiscal year unless otherwise provided
- 20% obligation limit in final 2 months of fiscal year
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
FY2026 appropriations for Department of Defense
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Provide annual defense funding with standard accountability measures"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
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