Latest "National Defense Authorization Act" stories

Congress aims for faster arms sales with defense bills and task force

After moving legislation geared at speeding up the lengthy foreign military sales process, Congress is following DoD's lead with its own task force.

By Bryant Harris

5 months ago

Lawmakers demand Army justify pursuit of new attack recon helicopter

House lawmakers would curb the secretary's travel funding until the Army produces analysis of alternatives for its future attack reconnaissance aircraft.

6 months ago

Congress mandates more oversight on Pentagon plans for defending Guam

Lawmakers also want more oversight from the Missile Defense Agency's mission to defend the U.S. territory — a top priority.

12 months ago

Demand for Ukraine oversight ‘part of Russian propaganda,’ Smith says

Houses Armed Services Committee says Ukraine is "spending the money really well; that’s why they’re winning."

By Marjorie Censer

12 months ago

US Army weighs multiyear contracts for munitions to aid Ukraine

If Congress approves, the Army could move forward with multiyear deals for munitions like Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems.

13 months ago

Norcross to bring back tougher ‘Buy American’ legislation that rankled allies

A group of U.S. allies is again urging key House lawmakers to oppose any proposals to tighten federal “Buy American” requirements through the annual defense authorization bill.

18 months ago