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S. 4784 · 119th Congress

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

Reported by committeeArmed Forces and National Security
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S. 4784 would change 154 sections of existing law, and would create 489 new provisions of its own. Read from the bill text as reported by a Senate committee (Jun 15, 2026).

Would also change: 10 U.S.C. 1305, 10 U.S.C. 7153, 37 U.S.C. 203, 10 U.S.C. 7320, 10 U.S.C. 1252, 10 U.S.C. 14706, 10 U.S.C. 12011, 10 U.S.C. 12012, 10 U.S.C. 10508, 32 U.S.C. 328, 32 U.S.C. 709, 10 U.S.C. 115, 10 U.S.C. 10216, 10 U.S.C. 1781, 10 U.S.C. 1559, 10 U.S.C. 1552, 10 U.S.C. 1034, 10 U.S.C. 7448, 10 U.S.C. 8459, 10 U.S.C. 9448, 10 U.S.C. 986, 10 U.S.C. 2001, 10 U.S.C. 806b, 10 U.S.C. 857, 10 U.S.C. 865, 10 U.S.C. 869, 10 U.S.C. 824a, 10 U.S.C. 866, 10 U.S.C. 830a, 10 U.S.C. 846, 10 U.S.C. 1044e, 10 U.S.C. 1567a, 10 U.S.C. 802, 10 U.S.C. 8462, 10 U.S.C. 2004, 10 U.S.C. 7451, 10 U.S.C. 9451, 10 U.S.C. 7461, 10 U.S.C. 8480, 10 U.S.C. 9461, 10 U.S.C. 2007, 17 U.S.C. 105, 10 U.S.C. 1798, 10 U.S.C. 7274, 10 U.S.C. 8298, 10 U.S.C. 9274, 10 U.S.C. 1130, 37 U.S.C. 452, 37 U.S.C. 453, 37 U.S.C. 910, 37 U.S.C. 333, 37 U.S.C. 403, 37 U.S.C. 334, 37 U.S.C. 335, 37 U.S.C. 336, 37 U.S.C. 351, 37 U.S.C. 439, 10 U.S.C. 2483, 10 U.S.C. 992, 10 U.S.C. 2641b, 10 U.S.C. 16301, 10 U.S.C. 1077, 10 U.S.C. 1095c, 10 U.S.C. 1079, 10 U.S.C. 1073d, 10 U.S.C. 1073, 10 U.S.C. 996, 10 U.S.C. 1094, 10 U.S.C. 311, 10 U.S.C. 3771, 10 U.S.C. 3252, 10 U.S.C. 3706, 10 U.S.C. 4022, 10 U.S.C. 4873, 10 U.S.C. 4902, 10 U.S.C. 4955, 10 U.S.C. 3702, 10 U.S.C. 3671, 10 U.S.C. 149, 10 U.S.C. 136, 10 U.S.C. 138, 10 U.S.C. 2851a, 10 U.S.C. 131, 10 U.S.C. 137a, 10 U.S.C. 392a, 10 U.S.C. 167b, 5 U.S.C. 5314, 5 U.S.C. 5315, 10 U.S.C. 199, 10 U.S.C. 222a, 10 U.S.C. 2218, 10 U.S.C. 8062, 10 U.S.C. 8039, 10 U.S.C. 8679, 10 U.S.C. 8662, 10 U.S.C. 127d, 10 U.S.C. 2576a, 10 U.S.C. 4817, 10 U.S.C. 806, 10 U.S.C. 130f, 10 U.S.C. 2208, 18 U.S.C. 1952, 18 U.S.C. 1955, 31 U.S.C. 5362, 10 U.S.C. 1599f, 10 U.S.C. 143, 10 U.S.C. 1597, 10 U.S.C. 332, 10 U.S.C. 333, 10 U.S.C. 352, 10 U.S.C. 342, 10 U.S.C. 2611, 38 U.S.C. 8111, 10 U.S.C. 2275d, 10 U.S.C. 2276a, 10 U.S.C. 2273a, 10 U.S.C. 9016, 10 U.S.C. 2244a, 10 U.S.C. 499c, 10 U.S.C. 495, 10 U.S.C. 494, 10 U.S.C. 492a, 10 U.S.C. 391a, 10 U.S.C. 2200, 10 U.S.C. 2200e, 10 U.S.C. 2864, 10 U.S.C. 2811, 10 U.S.C. 2814, 10 U.S.C. 2805, 10 U.S.C. 2808a, 10 U.S.C. 2857, 10 U.S.C. 2890, 10 U.S.C. 2894a, 10 U.S.C. 2912, 10 U.S.C. 2680, 10 U.S.C. 2391, 10 U.S.C. 6227, 10 U.S.C. 6125, 10 U.S.C. 6156, 10 U.S.C. 6277.

10 U.S.C. 9062 Policy; composition; aircraft authorization

  • (i) (1) During the period beginning on October 1, 2017, and ending on October 1,… rewritten · Sec. 131(a) · see the words
  • (o) new · Sec. 135 · see the words

10 U.S.C. 3603 Software acquisition pathways

  • (f) Risk-based Approach.—The Secretary of Defense shall use a risk-based approach… changed · Sec. 211 · see the words

10 U.S.C. 4146

10 U.S.C. 4092 Personnel management authority to attract experts in science, engineering, and certain other disciplines

  • (a) Programs Authorized.— added to · Sec. 901(b), Sec. 1509(b) · see the words
  • (b) Personnel Management Authority.—Under a program under subsection (a), the… changed · Sec. 223, Sec. 1509(b) · see the words
  • (c) Limitation on Term of Appointment.— changed · Sec. 1509(b) · see the words

10 U.S.C. 2911 Energy policy of the Department of Defense

  • (e) Special Considerations.—For the purpose of developing and implementing the… added to · Sec. 314(1), Sec. 314(2) · see the words
  • (k) new · Sec. 313 · see the words

10 U.S.C. 8698

10 U.S.C. 7532 Factories and arsenals: manufacture at

10 U.S.C. 2476 Minimum capital investment for certain depots

  • (f) Covered Depot.—In this section, the term "covered depot" means any of the… added to · Sec. 351 · see the words

10 U.S.C. 183a Military Aviation and Installation Assurance Clearinghouse for review of mission obstructions

  • (h) Definitions.—In this section: moved to (i) · Sec. 357(a) · see the words
  • (h) new · Sec. 357(a) · see the words
  • (i) Definitions.—In this section: (formerly (h)) renumbered · Sec. 357(a)

10 U.S.C. 624 Promotions: how made

  • (d) (1) Under regulations prescribed by the Secretary of Defense, the appointment… added to · Sec. 501(1), Sec. 501(2) · see the words

10 U.S.C. 580a Enhanced authority for selective early discharges

  • (a) The Secretary of Defense may authorize the Secretary of a military department,… changed · Sec. 503 · see the words

10 U.S.C. 1370 Regular commissioned officers

  • (b) Retirement of Officers Retiring removed · Sec. 504(a) · see the words
  • (c) Officers in O–9 and O–⁠10 changed · Sec. 504(a) · see the words
  • (g) Highest Permanent Grade Defined.—In this section, the term "highest permanent… moved to (h) · Sec. 504(b) · see the words
  • (g) new · Sec. 504(b) · see the words
  • (h) Highest Permanent Grade Defined.—In this section, the term "highest permanent… (formerly (g)) renumbered · Sec. 504(b)

10 U.S.C. 1370a Officers entitled to retired pay for non-regular service

  • (h) Highest Permanent Grade Defined.—In this section, the term "highest permanent… moved to (i) · Sec. 504(b) · see the words
  • (h) new · Sec. 504(b) · see the words
  • (i) Highest Permanent Grade Defined.—In this section, the term "highest permanent… (formerly (h)) renumbered · Sec. 504(b)

10 U.S.C. 12741 Retirement for service in an active status performed in the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve after eligibility for regular retirement

New provisions of the bill's own

  • Sec. 2 Organization of Act into divisions; table of contents
  • Sec. 3 Congressional defense committees
  • Sec. 101 Authorization of appropriations
  • Sec. 111 Multiyear procurement authority for Infantry Squad Vehicle program
  • Sec. 112 Inclusion of Army National Guard in Army Arctic strategy and force structure
  • Sec. 121 Modification and extension of procurement authorities for certain amphibious shipbuilding programs
  • Sec. 122 Funding for refueling and complex overhauls of the U.S.S. John C. Stennis and U.S.S. Harry S. Truman
  • Sec. 123 Vessel construction manager and commercial design and construction requirements for cable laying and repair ships
  • Sec. 124 Conveyance of F–14D Tomcat aircraft from the Navy to the U.S. Space and rocket center commission in Huntsville, Alabama
  • Sec. 125 Prohibition on destruction or scrapping of World War II–era aircraft
  • Sec. 126 Procurement authority for E–2D Advanced Hawkeye aircraft program
  • Sec. 132 Multiyear procurement authority for F–35 aircraft
  • Sec. 133 Multiyear procurement authority for F–15EX aircraft
  • Sec. 134 MQ–9 aircraft
  • Sec. 136 Limitation on availability of funds pending submission of report on acquisition strategy for Airborne Command Post capability
  • Sec. 137 Mobility capabilities strategic plan
  • Sec. 138 Extension of requirement and prohibition related to C–130 aircraft
  • Sec. 201 Authorization of appropriations
  • Sec. 212 Development, test, evaluation, demonstration, and transition to production of alternative low-cost weapon systems
  • Sec. 213 Modification to the advisory role of the JASON scientific advisory group
  • Sec. 214 Modified and streamlined process for developing, negotiating, and concluding certain international agreements
  • Sec. 215 Repeal of authority relating to temporary hiring of students and university faculty
  • Sec. 216 Limitation on availability of funds for Test Resource Management Center containerized instrumentation programs pending report on a common architecture for unmanned maritime test instrumentation
  • Sec. 217 Limitation on availability of funds for Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering travel
  • Sec. 218 Limitation on availability of funds for Integrated Combat Systems of the Department of the Navy
  • Sec. 219 Limitation on the use of travel funds for the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering
  • Sec. 221 Codification of Department of Defense Science, Technology, and Innovation Board
  • Sec. 222 Alternative programs to expand inventory of air defense interceptors
  • Sec. 224 Extension of limitation on availability of funds for fundamental research collaboration with certain academic institutions
  • Sec. 231 Assessment framework for future quantum computing programs
  • Sec. 232 Execution of the Additive Manufacturing for Rocket Propellant systems
  • Sec. 233 Report on emerging technology and cognitive warfare
  • Sec. 234 Department of Defense electronics requirements study
  • Sec. 301 Authorization of appropriations
  • Sec. 311 Modifications to Advanced Nuclear Transition Working Group
  • Sec. 312 Prioritization of deployment of expeditionary solid waste disposal systems
  • Sec. 315 Mandatory grid impact and infrastructure power requirements for enhanced use leases
  • Sec. 316 Storage capacity enhancements
  • Sec. 317 Revision of policy on use of open-air burn pits not controlled by Department of Defense
  • Sec. 318 Assessment of energy supplied to installations and operational forces of the Department of Defense
  • Sec. 319 Requirement of notice on updates to public dashboard on remediation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances
  • Sec. 320 Revisions to technical assistance for public participation in defense environmental restoration activities
  • Sec. 320A Study on contracting process of Department of Defense for remediation of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances
  • Sec. 320B Initiation of remedial actions with respect to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances
  • Sec. 321 Implementation of Comptroller General recommendations on exercises and wargames in the Indo-Pacific region
  • Sec. 322 Integration of unmanned systems into the Installation Physical Security Program
  • Sec. 323 Guidance regarding governance structure of organic industrial base of the Army
  • Sec. 325 Acquisition and sustainment strategy for spare parts for low mission capable aircraft
  • Sec. 326 Helicopter support for Kwajalein Atoll and Ronald Reagan Space and Missile Test Range, Marshall Islands
  • Sec. 327 Capital expenditure write-offs for Department of Defense depots and arsenals
  • Sec. 341 Report on strategy to maintain and upgrade conventional munitions storage facilities
  • Sec. 342 Risk assessment of air traffic control systems of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 352 Implementation of Department of Defense Inspector General recommendations relating to evaluation of management of canine welfare under military working dog program
  • Sec. 353 Prohibition on operation of connected vehicles of concern on military installations and other property of the Department of Defense
  • Sec. 354 Limitation on availability of funds for travel expenses of the Office of the Secretary of Defense
  • Sec. 355 Limitation on use of travel funds for Secretary of the Air Force until briefing on West Lab Project at Lincoln Laboratory
  • Sec. 356 Naming of certain assets of the Department of Defense in the Commonwealth of Virginia
  • Sec. 401 End strengths for active forces
  • Sec. 411 End strengths for Selected Reserve
  • Sec. 412 End strengths for Reserves on active duty in support of the Reserves
  • Sec. 413 End strengths for military technicians (dual status)
  • Sec. 414 Maximum number of reserve personnel authorized to be on active duty for operational support
  • Sec. 421 Military personnel
  • Sec. 502 Temporary withholding of officer nominations and promotion recommendations
  • Sec. 507 Congressional notification of relief or early departure of certain general and flag officers
  • Sec. 514 Study and analysis for enhanced maritime surge maintenance, repair, and production capacity
  • Sec. 521 Remote personnel processing in the military departments
  • Sec. 523 Guidance on public disclosure of personally identifiable information for certain members of the Armed Forces
  • Sec. 525 Reauthorization of temporary authority to develop and provide additional recruitment incentives
  • Sec. 528 Authority for collection of personally identifiable information regarding prospective recruits
  • Sec. 529A Requirement of equal opportunity, racial neutrality, and exclusive use of merit in military personnel actions
  • Sec. 529B Prohibition on participation of males in athletic programs or activities, and males entering privacy spaces, at the military service academies that are designated for women or girls
  • Sec. 529D Sex-neutral occupational performance standards
  • Sec. 531 Wrongful broadcast or distribution of intimate visual images
  • Sec. 539 Treatment of hazing under Uniform Code of Military Justice
  • Sec. 539B Military domestic violence emergent housing policy
  • Sec. 539C Annual report on findings of the Department-wide review of the military legal system
  • Sec. 541 Limitation on authority to reorganize the Senior Reserve Officers' Training Corps
  • Sec. 543 Modification to program on encouragement of postseparation public and community service
  • Sec. 547 Establishment of program to promote participation of foreign students in the Senior Reserve Officers' Training Corps
  • Sec. 548 Designation of senior official for military-to-civilian transition
  • Sec. 549A Improvement of transition of medics in the Armed Forces to the civilian workforce in health care occupations
  • Sec. 549B Standards and requirements for institutions of higher learning seeking to participate in Department of Defense education programs
  • Sec. 549D Promoting the use of standardized testing at military service academies and DoDEA schools
  • Sec. 549E Department of Defense-wide hate symbol policy and recruiter and workforce training requirement
  • Sec. 551 Certain assistance to local educational agencies that benefit dependents of military and civilian personnel
  • Sec. 552 Educational technologists at Department of Defense Education Activity schools
  • Sec. 556 Standardized reporting on Department of Defense child care readiness
  • Sec. 557 Update to pay system for child and youth programs operated by nonappropriated fund instrumentalities
  • Sec. 561 Department of Defense Fellowship Program for Military Spouses
  • Sec. 562 Consideration in member assignments process of colocation of members and civilian employee spouses
  • Sec. 563 Review of Exceptional Family Member Program
  • Sec. 564 Improved counseling and access to information relating to foster care for military families
  • Sec. 565 Reporting on gaps between senior and junior enlisted security forces that could hinder effective oversight and leadership at Protection Level One locations
  • Sec. 571 Update of guidance and evaluation of Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps instructor pay scale
  • Sec. 572 Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps programs in Department of Defense Education Activity schools
  • Sec. 581 Authorization for award of the Distinguished-Service Cross to Isaac "Ike" Camacho for acts of valor in Vietnam
  • Sec. 582 Authorization for award of the Distinguished-Service Cross for Joseph P. Lynch for acts of valor in the Republic of Vietnam
  • Sec. 584 Medal of Honor review procedures and reconsideration and upgrade requirements
  • Sec. 586 Production of award files
  • Sec. 602 Fiscal year 2027 increase in military basic pay
  • Sec. 621 Authorized patrons of commissary and exchange stores
  • Sec. 623 Pilot program on access of civilian employees to commissary stores
  • Sec. 635 Program to assist members in obtaining personal driver’s licenses
  • Sec. 637 Enhancement of Air Force rated officer retention demonstration program
  • Sec. 638 Pilot program on career intermissions for certain Air Force fighter aircrew
  • Sec. 701 Digital system for beneficiary assistance at military medical treatment facilities and through managed care support contractors
  • Sec. 704 Evaluation of inclusion of additional accrediting bodies for purposes of qualifications for licensure of mental health professionals under TRICARE Program
  • Sec. 705 Improvement of provider directory accuracy for specialty care providers under the TRICARE program
  • Sec. 707 Corrections to pilot program for supplemental coverage relating to cancer
  • Sec. 709 Technical amendments to the Public Health Service Act
  • Sec. 710 Licensure of mental health professionals in TRICARE Program
  • Sec. 711 Requirements relating to wellness checks for health and welfare of certain members of the Armed Forces
  • Sec. 712 Requirement to offer medical chaperones during sensitive medical examinations
  • Sec. 713 Pilot program on reciprocal access to health care facilities, personnel, and services of Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Sec. 714 Medical screening for members of the Armed Forces who served at data masked or classified locations
  • Sec. 715 Medical testing and related services for firefighters of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 721 Development of capability prototype on secure access to health record for members of the Armed Forces
  • Sec. 722 Inventory and annual catchment area assessment of military-civilian health care partnerships
  • Sec. 724 Policy on provider notification to commanders regarding imminent risk of suicide for members of the Armed Forces
  • Sec. 726 Enterprise Revenue Cycle Improvement Initiative
  • Sec. 727 Notification to licensing and medical boards of States in case of investigation or misconduct
  • Sec. 728 Additional review of disclosure requirements under processes and forms relating to health care provider credentialing and privileging of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 730 Pilot program on modernization of drug testing using voice-based risk assessment
  • Sec. 741 Establishment of Joint Disease and Non-Battle Injury Surveillance and Readiness System
  • Sec. 742 Preservation of dedicated aeromedical evacuation capability of Medical Service Corps of the Army
  • Sec. 743 Establishment of partnership program between United States, Indo-Pacific region, and Arctic region for military trauma care, disease and non-battle injury, health systems support, and research
  • Sec. 744 Aerial transport and Department of Defense-wide capability for high-consequence infectious diseases
  • Sec. 745 Requirement for annual large-scale combat casualty estimation report
  • Sec. 746 Report on the organization, performance, and standardization of emergency medical services within the Department of Defense
  • Sec. 748 Joint forces medical capabilities development and standardization
  • Sec. 750 Task force on international agreements for Indo-Pacific medical partnerships
  • Sec. 751 Pilot program for Indo-Pacific regional medical data sharing
  • Sec. 761 Review of chaperone policies within facilities of the Defense Health Agency
  • Sec. 762 Unfunded priorities report of the Defense Health Agency
  • Sec. 763 Evaluation of certain research related to menopause, perimenopause, or mid-life women’s health
  • Sec. 764 Notification of material failure at military medical treatment facilities affecting patient care
  • Sec. 765 Study on military health system
  • Sec. 766 Establishment of Warfighter Performance Optimization Initiative, Total Force Fitness
  • Sec. 767 Military Family Limb Loss and Limb Difference Support Program
  • Sec. 768 Briefing on primary care provided at military medical treatment facilities on installations of the Air Force
  • Sec. 769 Assessment of access, fairness, and transparency under TRICARE pharmacy benefits program
  • Sec. 770 Comptroller General review of influenza vaccine requirements of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 801 Multi-year procurement for certain munitions
  • Sec. 802 Limitation on availability of funds pending report on and revisions of software acquisition pathway implementation
  • Sec. 803 Report on multiyear procurement
  • Sec. 805 Accountability and training for defense acquisition
  • Sec. 811 Consolidation and rationalization of restrictions on procurement from certain foreign countries
  • Sec. 813 Limitations on certain missile contracts or other agreements
  • Sec. 814 Limitations on the centralized commercial item capability
  • Sec. 815 Limitations relating to capital distributions for defense contractors
  • Sec. 816 Prohibition of procurement of molybdenum, gallium, or germanium from non-allied foreign nations and authorization for production from recovered material
  • Sec. 817 Other transaction authority reporting
  • Sec. 818 Limitation on procurement of cut flowers and cut greens
  • Sec. 819 Audit and mitigation of covered cellular modules in the Department of Defense systems and infrastructure
  • Sec. 820 Improving transparency of foreign influence on Department of Defense contractors
  • Sec. 821 Reporting of price increases
  • Sec. 831 Establishment of the Supply Chain Risk Management Integration Cell
  • Sec. 833 Competition requirement for certain munitions
  • Sec. 834 Analyses of certain activities for action to address sourcing and industrial capacity
  • Sec. 835 Regulations applicable to wearing optional combat boots
  • Sec. 836 Report on domestic nonavailability determinations granted for critical materials
  • Sec. 837 Limitation on availability of funds pending information on the small unmanned aircraft system industrial base
  • Sec. 838 Energetics industrial base roadmap
  • Sec. 839 Supply chain, capability, and capacity study of high-demand items in the textile industrial base
  • Sec. 840 Pilot program on providing subsidies for combat boots
  • Sec. 841 Cross-functional team for the textile industrial base
  • Sec. 842 Assessing and addressing risk related to adversarial capital
  • Sec. 843 Modifications to requirement for public reporting of Chinese military companies operating in the United States
  • Sec. 845 Report on the feasibility and advisability of establishing a strategic partnership on defense industrial priorities between the United States and Israel
  • Sec. 846 Prohibition on the use of Chinese-manufactured optical fiber by the Department of Defense
  • Sec. 847 Promoting the United States drone industrial base
  • Sec. 848 Pilot program for domestic antimony and copper production for defense applications
  • Sec. 849 Full accountability for Chinese military companies
  • Sec. 863 Test program for negotiation of comprehensive small business subcontracting plans
  • Sec. 864 Application of the bona fide place of business to certain contracts
  • Sec. 871 Technical corrections related to National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 provisions
  • Sec. 872 Limitation on availability of funds pending implementation of certain requirements relating to munitions
  • Sec. 874 Competitive procedures for certain pharmaceutical contracts
  • Sec. 875 Enhancement of defense supply chain resilience and secondary source qualification
  • Sec. 876 Limitation pending Army conformance with portfolio acquisition executive requirements
  • Sec. 877 Procurement of medical countermeasures for overseas personnel of the Department of Defense for acute radiation syndrome and thermal burns
  • Sec. 878 Procurements on behalf of the Department of Defense by the Department of Veterans Affairs for planning, design, and construction projects
  • Sec. 880 Prohibition on modems or routers acquisitions involving entities owned or controlled by China
  • Sec. 881 Prohibition on television acquisitions involving entities owned or controlled by China
  • Sec. 882 Prohibition for defense contractors providing sensitive information related to synthetic biology to foreign entities of concern
  • Sec. 883 Reporting on contractor operations related to China
  • Sec. 884 Ensuring Department of Defense contractor compliance with disability hiring goals
  • Sec. 903 Requirement for professional code of conduct for certain Department of Defense positions
  • Sec. 911 Unified combatant command for Africa
  • Sec. 912 Unified combatant command for the Middle East and Central Asia
  • Sec. 913 Unified combatant command for Europe
  • Sec. 914 Unified combatant command for North America
  • Sec. 915 Unified combatant command for Central America, South America, and the Caribbean
  • Sec. 916 Unified combatant command for the Indo-Pacific Region
  • Sec. 917 Establishment of United States Robotic and Autonomous Systems Command
  • Sec. 921 Organization of responsibilities relating to unmanned systems
  • Sec. 922 Composition of cross-functional team for emerging threat relating to anomalous health incidents; reports
  • Sec. 923 Comptroller General review of Anomalous Health Incidents Cross-Functional Team
  • Sec. 924 Establishment of Center for the Study of the National Guard
  • Sec. 925 Civil-Military Coordination Center
  • Sec. 928 Prohibition on the reduction of funding for foreign language training for members of the Armed Forces
  • Sec. 929 Records retention requirement
  • Sec. 1001 General transfer authority
  • Sec. 1002 Department of Defense financial statement audit readiness, reporting relief, and related reforms
  • Sec. 1004 Financial statements: opening balances for audit purposes
  • Sec. 1005 Prohibition on provision of support to Department of Homeland Security
  • Sec. 1011 Design and construction of new Global-class auxiliary general oceanographic research ships
  • Sec. 1013 Modifications to vessel construction managers for the construction of certain Navy vessels
  • Sec. 1014 Development of industrial base for distributed submarine and surface vessel shipbuilding
  • Sec. 1015 Report and briefing on submarine tender requirements and capacity
  • Sec. 1017 Prohibition on retiring and decommissioning oceanographic research vessels of the Navy
  • Sec. 1021 Extension of prohibition on use of funds for transfer or release of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the United States
  • Sec. 1022 Extension of prohibition on use of funds to construct or modify facilities in the United States to house detainees transferred from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
  • Sec. 1023 Extension of prohibition on use of funds for transfer or release of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to certain countries
  • Sec. 1024 Extension of prohibition on use of funds to close or relinquish control of United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
  • Sec. 1031 Prohibition on use of funds to support entertainment projects with ties to the Government of the People’s Republic of China
  • Sec. 1032 Waiver authority for limitation on live fire trauma training
  • Sec. 1033 Prohibition on availability of funds for removal of Army prepositioned stocks from Europe
  • Sec. 1034 Implementation of National Transportation Safety Board recommendations for Department of Defense
  • Sec. 1036 Designation of southwest land border activities, support, and operations as named operation
  • Sec. 1041 Threat assessment regarding unmanned aircraft systems at or near the international borders of the United States
  • Sec. 1042 Extension of Afghanistan War Commission
  • Sec. 1043 Extension of briefing requirement regarding civil authorities at the Southwest border
  • Sec. 1044 Drone posture review
  • Sec. 1045 Quarterly reports on unmanned aerial system incursions over military installations, sensitive sites, and the southern border
  • Sec. 1046 Report on progress on implementation of Department of Defense Instruction on civilian harm mitigation and response
  • Sec. 1048 Oversight of Department of Defense rules of engagement
  • Sec. 1049 Strategy to address intelligence-gathering shortcomings in area of responsibility of United States Africa command
  • Sec. 1052 Ownership review for equity investments
  • Sec. 1053 Notifications with respect to debt and equity investments
  • Sec. 1055 Briefings on Economic Defense Unit; limitation on use of funds
  • Sec. 1056 Approval authority for expenditures from Industrial Base Fund
  • Sec. 1057 Quarterly briefings on Business Operators for National Defense (BOND) Program
  • Sec. 1061 Extension of admission to Guam, Wake Island, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands for certain H–2B nonimmigrants
  • Sec. 1062 Notification to congressional defense committees of combat wounded in action
  • Sec. 1063 Americas Defense Initiative
  • Sec. 1064 Briefings on homeland defense
  • Sec. 1065 Independence of Stars and Stripes
  • Sec. 1066 Identification, assessment, and mitigation of critical defense sites
  • Sec. 1067 Administrative support for commissions
  • Sec. 1068 Requirement to assign conventional names to critical munitions
  • Sec. 1070 Development of cognitive warfare strategy
  • Sec. 1071A Declassification guidance for Department of Defense original classification authorities
  • Sec. 1072 Post-government employment restrictions applicable to certain senior military officers and senior civilian employees of the Department of Defense
  • Sec. 1073 Repeals of existing reporting requirements
  • Sec. 1074 Report and briefing on Worldwide Expeditionary Multiple Award Contract Territorial Integrity of the United States contract
  • Sec. 1075 Documentation of verbal approval of requests for assistance
  • Sec. 1077 National Guard Rural Revival and Modernization Plan
  • Sec. 1078 Redesignation of the Department of Defense as the Department of War
  • Sec. 1079 Service-wide enterprise strategy for human performance
  • Sec. 1080 Records preservation processes for certain at-risk Afghan allies
  • Sec. 1081 Prohibition on covered transactions involving prediction market contracts
  • Sec. 1082 Prohibition on use of prediction markets by personnel of the Department of Defense
  • Sec. 1084 Universal guidance on remote and isolated installation designations
  • Sec. 1085 Declassification of information concerning United States personnel classified as prisoner of war or missing in action during certain conflicts
  • Sec. 1086 Requirement for markings on lethal military platforms
  • Sec. 1087 Extension of National Defense Strategy Commission
  • Sec. 1088 Prohibition on use of funds for transfer of individuals located at Camp As Sayliyah
  • Sec. 1089 Analysis of force requirements for alternative warfighting scenarios
  • Sec. 1090 Guidance on the treatment of claims under the HAVANA Act
  • Sec. 1091 Assessment of Department of Defense phosphate supply chain vulnerabilities; related land exchange authorization
  • Sec. 1092 Plan for domain awareness at the southern land border
  • Sec. 1093 Prohibition on implementation of any policy that alters the requirements for chaplains to display visible officer rank on military uniforms
  • Sec. 1101 Prevailing rate determinations for defense industrial base
  • Sec. 1102 Job grading system for prevailing rate employees at defense industrial base facilities
  • Sec. 1104 Enhanced authority for transfers between cyber excepted service and competitive service
  • Sec. 1106 Prohibition on the use of funds for carrying out a hiring freeze, reduction in force, or hiring delay without cause at a public shipyard
  • Sec. 1107 Prohibition on the use of funds for carrying out certain hiring freezes, reductions in force, and hiring delays
  • Sec. 1108 Disclosure of telework, remote work, and exemptions for return-to-in-person-work requirements in Department of Defense vacancy announcements
  • Sec. 1109 Pilot program to retain high-performing supervisors and managers within the Department of Defense
  • Sec. 1201 Authority to provide assistance to military forces of Jordan
  • Sec. 1204 Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Initiative
  • Sec. 1206 Extension of Defense Operational Resilience International Cooperation Pilot Program
  • Sec. 1207 Feasibility report on multinational jungle warfare exercises in area of responsibility of United States Southern Command
  • Sec. 1209 Notification of intent to decrease United States Armed Forces presence in North Atlantic Treaty Organization member country
  • Sec. 1211 Assistance to Lebanese Armed Forces for countering Hezbollah and other terrorist groups
  • Sec. 1212 Extension of authority for reimbursement of certain coalition nations for support provided to United States military operations
  • Sec. 1213 Extension and modification of authority to provide assistance to vetted Syrian groups and individuals
  • Sec. 1214 Extension and modification of authority to provide assistance to counter the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria
  • Sec. 1215 Modification of United States-Israel subterranean operations cooperation
  • Sec. 1216 Modification of United States-Israel cooperation to counter unmanned systems in all warfighting domains
  • Sec. 1217 United States-Israel Framework for Upgraded Technologies, Unified Research, and Enhanced Security (FUTURES) Act of 2026
  • Sec. 1221 Extension of prohibition on availability of funds relating to sovereignty of the Russian Federation over internationally recognized territory of Ukraine
  • Sec. 1222 Oversight of United States military posture in Europe
  • Sec. 1223 Intelligence support for Ukraine
  • Sec. 1224 United States-Ukraine Strategic Defense Innovation Working Group
  • Sec. 1225 Notification of gray zone activities by the Russian Federation against North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies
  • Sec. 1226 Extension and modification of Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative
  • Sec. 1227 Synchronization of defense readiness with North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies
  • Sec. 1228 Co-development and co-production program with Germany for certain munitions
  • Sec. 1229 Report and assessment relating to United States force posture adjustments in Europe
  • Sec. 1231 Extension and modification of designation of senior official for Department of Defense activities relating to, and implementation plan for, the AUKUS partnership
  • Sec. 1232 Extension and modification of Pacific Deterrence Initiative
  • Sec. 1233 Extension, modification, and redesignation of Taiwan Security Cooperation Initiative
  • Sec. 1234 Updates to National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual regarding AUKUS
  • Sec. 1235 Oversight of United States military posture on the Korean Peninsula
  • Sec. 1236 Indo-Pacific Regional Sustainment Framework
  • Sec. 1237 Extension of annual report on military power of the People's Republic of China
  • Sec. 1238 Strategy for crisis management in South China Sea
  • Sec. 1239 Master plan for facility requirements to support rotational force presence in the Philippines
  • Sec. 1240 Master plan for infrastructure requirements to support rotational force presence in Australia
  • Sec. 1241 Extension of pilot program to develop young civilian defense leaders in the Indo-Pacific region
  • Sec. 1242 Extension of pilot program to improve cyber cooperation with covered foreign military partners in Southeast Asia
  • Sec. 1243 Extension of authority to transfer funds for Bien Hoa dioxin cleanup
  • Sec. 1244 Limitation on availability of funds for travel expenses of the Office of the Secretary of Defense
  • Sec. 1245 Report on Japanese counterstrike capabilities
  • Sec. 1246 Strategy for cyber cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region
  • Sec. 1247 Extension and modification of Indo-Pacific Maritime Security Initiative
  • Sec. 1248 Annual assessment of contribution of certain artificial intelligence chips to military capabilities of the People’s Republic of China
  • Sec. 1249 Modification of authorization of sales to Australia of in-service Virginia Class submarines to provide for sale of additional in-service submarine in lieu of new construction submarine
  • Sec. 1250 War Reserve Stock Program for Taiwan
  • Sec. 1261 Western Hemisphere strategy
  • Sec. 1262 Enhanced cooperation in North Atlantic and Arctic regions
  • Sec. 1263 Report on capabilities and illicit activities of cartels
  • Sec. 1264 Report on threats to United States interests in Africa
  • Sec. 1265 Reports on Arctic and High North defense integration
  • Sec. 1266 Briefing on military and intelligence presence of Cuba in the Western Hemisphere
  • Sec. 1267 Continuation of Joint Interagency Task Force–Counter Cartel
  • Sec. 1268 Plan to enhance defense cooperation with Morocco
  • Sec. 1269 Extension of Public Law 115–68 and related security cooperation programs
  • Sec. 1301 Cooperative Threat Reduction Funds
  • Sec. 1401 Working capital funds
  • Sec. 1402 Chemical agents and munitions destruction, defense
  • Sec. 1403 Drug interdiction and counter-drug activities, defense-wide
  • Sec. 1404 Defense Inspector General
  • Sec. 1405 Defense Health Program
  • Sec. 1411 Amendments to Strategic and Critical Materials Stock Piling Act
  • Sec. 1412 Pilot program on public-private partnerships for recycling strategic and critical materials
  • Sec. 1413 Inclusion of recovery and recycling of strategic and critical materials in national emergency planning assumptions for National Defense Stockpile
  • Sec. 1431 Extension of authority for Joint Department of Defense–Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Facility Demonstration Fund
  • Sec. 1433 Modifications to Advisory Council
  • Sec. 1504 Replacement of Space Launch Complex 46 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
  • Sec. 1505 Integration of space weather into space domain awareness and operations
  • Sec. 1506 Delivery of Perimeter Acquisition Radar Attack Characterization System
  • Sec. 1507 Acquisition of space-based tactical data capability
  • Sec. 1508 Space Launch Enterprise billet sufficiency review and alignment plan
  • Sec. 1510 Arctic connectivity and downlink resiliency initiative
  • Sec. 1511 Prohibition on reduction of intercontinental ballistic missiles of the United States
  • Sec. 1513 Procurement authority for certain parts of intercontinental ballistic missiles, reentry vehicles, and associated equipment
  • Sec. 1514 Limitation on availability of funds pending submission of the strategy to sustain the Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile and maximize end of life margin
  • Sec. 1515 Integration of ICBM maintenance equipment into the LGM-30G weapon system designation
  • Sec. 1516 Contract authority for intercontinental ballistic missiles, replacement equipment, and reentry vehicle test equipment and components
  • Sec. 1517 Modification to strategy to sustain Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile and maximize end-of-life margin
  • Sec. 1521 Multipolar nuclear deterrence strategy and theater-range nuclear capabilities
  • Sec. 1531 Iron Dome short-range rocket defense system and Israeli cooperative missile defense program co-development and co-production
  • Sec. 1532 Enduring operational capability for the Guam Defense System Command and Control Facility
  • Sec. 1533 Further limitation on availability of funds pending independent analysis of space-based missile defense capability
  • Sec. 1534 Modification of Golden Dome missile defense system annual reporting
  • Sec. 1535 Limitation on availability of funds pending submission of the briefing on sea-based launch platforms for ballistic missile defense targets
  • Sec. 1536 Comprehensive integrated air and missile defense sensor coverage of Guam
  • Sec. 1537 Repeal of requirement for Government Accountability Office to review and assess missile defense acquisition programs
  • Sec. 1538 Improvements to air and missile defense acquisition
  • Sec. 1541 Sense of the Senate, Inspector General review, and restoration and remediation plans for United States Army, Kwajalein Atoll, and the Ronald Reagan Space and Missile Test Range
  • Sec. 1542 Limitation on the reallocation of funds for the Ronald Reagan Space and Missile Test Range and United States Army Garrison Kwajalein Atoll
  • Sec. 1543 Notifications with respect to relocating Department of Defense systems out of certain spectrum frequencies
  • Sec. 1544 Annual briefing on Department of Defense activities associated with participation in the International Telecommunication Union World Radio Conference
  • Sec. 1545 Report on efforts to counter foreign espionage and intellectual property theft targeting defense assets
  • Sec. 1546 Department of the Air Force electronic warfare roadmap
  • Sec. 1547 Using operational electronic intelligence assets to engage high-value targets
  • Sec. 1601 Independent study on the authorities and organizational structure of the principal cyber advisors
  • Sec. 1602 Funding for reserve component support to cyber-peculiar operations
  • Sec. 1604 Scaling cyberspace access generation and maintenance capabilities
  • Sec. 1605 Cyber operational readiness assessments of the Department of Defense information network
  • Sec. 1606 Independent study on United States Cyber Command organization and resourcing
  • Sec. 1607 Modification to quarterly reporting for cyber operations
  • Sec. 1608 Repeal of authority to use operations and maintenance funds for cyber-peculiar development
  • Sec. 1609 Strategy for integration of National Guard physical range capabilities into cyber testing activities
  • Sec. 1610 Updated cyber readiness reporting methodology
  • Sec. 1611 Expansion of entities included in coordination between United States Cyber Command and private sector
  • Sec. 1621 Improving reserve component network account continuity
  • Sec. 1622 Reducing administrative burden in the Department of Defense risk management framework implementation
  • Sec. 1623 Science, Technology, and Innovation Board study on software-as-a-service in classified networks
  • Sec. 1624 Streamlining Department of Defense governance process for cross-domain solution approvals
  • Sec. 1625 Data center infrastructure strategy and roadmap for military installations
  • Sec. 1626 Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification assessment grants for small businesses and new entrants
  • Sec. 1627 Harmonization of Department of Defense security boundaries to enable reciprocity
  • Sec. 1629 Limitation on availability of funds for Alpha-1 Development Activities
  • Sec. 1630 Limitation on the use of funds for information systems development
  • Sec. 1631 Post-quantum cryptography adoption
  • Sec. 1632 Improvements to high-performance computing roadmap
  • Sec. 1633 Pilot program on Department of Defense partnerships with institutions of higher education recognized in the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity program for Cyber Research
  • Sec. 1634 Insider threat reporting and voluntary guidance for large artificial intelligence contractors
  • Sec. 1635 Requirement for memoranda of agreement regarding vulnerability disclosure and prohibition on procurement from IT providers who share cyber vulnerabilities with countries of concern
  • Sec. 1636 Strategy for artificial intelligence-accelerated vulnerability discovery and remediation
  • Sec. 1637 Ensuring competition in artificial intelligence procurement
  • Sec. 1638 Phishing resistant authentication for defense
  • Sec. 1641 Establishing an ecosystem for use of artificial intelligence agents at scale and speed
  • Sec. 1642 Security standards and framework for Department of Defense agents
  • Sec. 1643 Assessment of generative artificial intelligence platform impact on workforce acumen
  • Sec. 1644 Demand forecast model for artificial intelligence
  • Sec. 1645 Strategy and governance for adversarial artificial intelligence
  • Sec. 1646 Inclusion of alternative models in Department of Defense generative artificial intelligence platform
  • Sec. 1647 Policy and guidance related to autonomous weapon systems and artificial intelligence capabilities acquisition
  • Sec. 1648 Update to the Department of Defense data strategy and implementation plan
  • Sec. 1649 Assessment of artificial intelligence effects on warfighter skill retention and operational readiness
  • Sec. 1650 Derived sourcing requirements for artificial intelligence outputs
  • Sec. 1651 Improvements regarding guidance and prohibition on use of certain artificial intelligence
  • Sec. 1652 Artificial intelligence functional bill of materials
  • Sec. 1653 Requirements for human oversight of use of force by the Department of Defense
  • Sec. 1654 Biosecurity procurement requirements for covered artificial intelligence models
  • Sec. 1655 Prototyping secure artificial intelligence data centers
  • Sec. 2002 Expiration of authorizations and amounts required to be specified by law
  • Sec. 2101 Authorized Army construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2102 Family housing
  • Sec. 2103 Authorization of appropriations, Army
  • Sec. 2104 Extension of authority to carry out fiscal year 2021 project at Fort Gillem, Georgia
  • Sec. 2105 Extension and modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2022 projects
  • Sec. 2106 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2023 projects
  • Sec. 2107 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2024 projects
  • Sec. 2108 Modification of authority to carry out fiscal year 2025 project at Grafenwoehr, Germany
  • Sec. 2109 Modification of authority to carry out fiscal year 2026 project at Joint Region Marianas, Guam
  • Sec. 2201 Authorized Navy construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2202 Family housing
  • Sec. 2203 Authorization of appropriations, Navy
  • Sec. 2204 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2023 projects
  • Sec. 2205 Extension and modification of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2024 projects
  • Sec. 2206 Modification of authority to carry out fiscal year 2026 project at Pacific Missile Range Facility Barking Sands, Hawaii
  • Sec. 2301 Authorized Air Force construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2302 Family housing
  • Sec. 2303 Authorization of appropriations, Air Force
  • Sec. 2304 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2019 projects
  • Sec. 2305 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2020 projects
  • Sec. 2306 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2023 projects
  • Sec. 2307 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2024 projects
  • Sec. 2308 Authority to carry out family housing improvement projects
  • Sec. 2309 Authority to carry out project at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
  • Sec. 2401 Authorized Defense agencies construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2402 Authorized Energy Resilience and Conservation Investment Program projects
  • Sec. 2403 Authorization of appropriations, Defense Agencies
  • Sec. 2404 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2023 projects
  • Sec. 2405 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2024 projects
  • Sec. 2501 Authorized NATO construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2502 Authorization of appropriations, NATO
  • Sec. 2511 Republic of Korea funded construction projects
  • Sec. 2512 Republic of Poland funded construction projects
  • Sec. 2601 Authorized Army National Guard construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2602 Authorized Army Reserve construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2603 Authorized Navy Reserve and Marine Corps Reserve construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2604 Authorized Air National Guard construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2605 Authorized Air Force Reserve construction and land acquisition projects
  • Sec. 2606 Authorization of appropriations, National Guard and Reserve
  • Sec. 2607 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2023 projects
  • Sec. 2608 Extension of authority to carry out certain fiscal year 2024 projects
  • Sec. 2609 Modification of authority to carry out fiscal year 2026 project at Colonie, New York
  • Sec. 2701 Authorization of appropriations for base realignment and closure activities funded through Department of Defense Base Closure Account
  • Sec. 2803 Increase of authority for Indo-Pacific posture unspecified military construction projects
  • Sec. 2822 Health and safety requirements for military housing
  • Sec. 2824 Transparency and strategic planning for housing
  • Sec. 2825 Development and implementation of minimum health and safety standards for military family housing
  • Sec. 2828 Requirement relating to any reprogramming request relating to funding for housing or facilities of Department of Defense
  • Sec. 2841 Land conveyance, Milan Army Ammunition Plant, Tennessee
  • Sec. 2842 Land conveyance, Army Reserve Center, Opelika, Alabama
  • Sec. 2843 Report on land withdrawal at Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona
  • Sec. 2844 Report on necessary modifications to military land withdrawal of Fallon Range Training Complex, Nevada
  • Sec. 2845 Land exchange, Camp Pike and Camp Joseph T. Robinson, Arkansas
  • Sec. 2846 Removal of conditions on use of certain land conveyed to the State of Indiana
  • Sec. 2847 Review and report on conveyance of Lambert St. Louis International Airport
  • Sec. 2848 Review and report on conveyance of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Anchorage, Alaska
  • Sec. 2862 Energy control requirements for electrical infrastructure upgrades
  • Sec. 2864 Requirements relating to leasing of land in Hawaii
  • Sec. 2865 Department of Defense Laboratory Facility Investment Program
  • Sec. 2866 Consideration of modular construction methods for military construction projects with protective design elements
  • Sec. 2867 Standardized methodology for basing decisions for the Air Force
  • Sec. 2868 Pilot program on replacement of substandard chillers or facilities that support subsistence resiliency
  • Sec. 2869 Department of Defense pilot program for development and use of online real estate inventory tool
  • Sec. 2870 Transfer of amounts for development of Ford Island, Hawaii, and electrical upgrades and Barbers Point, Hawaii
  • Sec. 2872 Plan on remediation of certain equipment and computational facilities owned or controlled by a foreign adversary
  • Sec. 3101 National Nuclear Security Administration
  • Sec. 3102 Defense environmental cleanup
  • Sec. 3103 Other defense activities
  • Sec. 3104 Nuclear energy
  • Sec. 3111 Delegation of authorities to Administrator for Nuclear Security
  • Sec. 3113 Authorization to establish public-private partnerships for nuclear effects testing
  • Sec. 3114 Limitation on availability of funds pending submission of report on restoration of a domestic uranium enrichment capability
  • Sec. 3115 Briefing on activities by the Director for Cost Estimating and Program Evaluation
  • Sec. 3118 Briefings on nuclear-related autonomous or remotely-piloted aircraft incursions
  • Sec. 3120 Annual public workshops and Nuclear Science Advisory Committee reviews
  • Sec. 3121 Limitation on use of funds until certain criteria are met
  • Sec. 3122 Continuation of National Nuclear Security Administration pay and performance system
  • Sec. 3201 Authorization
  • Sec. 4001 Authorization of amounts in funding tables
  • Sec. 4101 PROCUREMENT
  • Sec. 4201 RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, TEST, AND EVALUATION
  • Sec. 4301 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
  • Sec. 4401 MILITARY PERSONNEL
  • Sec. 4501 OTHER AUTHORIZATIONS
  • Sec. 4601 MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
  • Sec. 4701 DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY NATIONAL SECURITY PROGRAMS
What the words would change: every change, in place (430)

Today's wording of each part of the law, with what would be struck out and added. Each change also gives the bill's own instruction, word for word.

  1. 10 U.S.C. 9062(i)rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 131(a)

    (i)(1) The Secretary of the Air Force shall—(A) during the period beginning on October 1, 2026, and ending on October 1, 2035, maintain a total aircraft inventory of fighter aircraft of not less than 1,800 aircraft; and(B) maintain a total aircraft inventory of combat-coded fighter aircraft of not less than 1,369 aircraft by December 31, 2030.(2) In this subsection:(A) The term attrition reserve means aircraft procured and held specifically to replace anticipated aircraft losses resulting from peacetime accidents (mishaps) or wartime attrition.(B) The term backup aircraft inventory means aircraft authorized in addition to the primary mission aircraft inventory to allow for scheduled and unscheduled depot-level maintenance, modifications, inspections, and repair without reducing the combat-ready fleet.(C) The term combat-coded with respect to an aircraft means an aircraft that is—(i) assigned to a combat-designated operational squadron or unit for the performance of its wartime mission;(ii) formally categorized within the Department of the Air Force inventory management system as primary mission aircraft inventory, backup aircraft inventory, or attrition reserve; and(iii) resourced and maintained to provide immediate operational capacity and the necessary organic depth required to sustain combat mission effectiveness through modernization cycles, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and combat attrition.(D) The term fighter aircraft—(i) means an aircraft that—(I) is designated by a mission design series prefix of F– or A–;(II) is manned by one or two crewmembers; and(III) executes single-role or multi-role missions, including air-to-air combat, air-to-ground attack, air interdiction, suppression or destruction of enemy air defenses, close air support, strike control and reconnaissance, combat search and rescue support, or airborne forward air control; and(ii) does not include collaborative combat aircraft.(E) The term primary mission aircraft inventory means aircraft assigned to meet the primary aircraft authorization to a unit for the performance of its wartime mission.

    The bill says: Subsection (i) of section 9062 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

  2. 10 U.S.C. 9062added (o)by S. 4784 Sec. 135

    (o)(1)(A) Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the Secretary of the Air Force may not retire, prepare to retire, or place in storage or in backup aircraft inventory any E–3 aircraft if such actions would reduce the total aircraft inventory for such aircraft below 16.(B) If the Secretary of the Air Force procures enough E–7 Wedgetail aircraft to accomplish the required mission load, the prohibition under subparagraph (A) shall not apply to actions taken to reduce the total aircraft inventory for E–3 aircraft to below 16 after the date on which such E–7 Wedgetail aircraft are delivered.(2) The Secretary of the Air Force may not pause, cancel, or terminate the E–7 Wedgetail aircraft program or prepare to pause, cancel, or terminate such program.

    The bill says: Section 9062 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  3. 10 U.S.C. 3603(f)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 211

    The bill says: Section 218(f) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (Public Law 119–60; 10 U.S.C. 4171 note) is amended by striking "relating to software and covered hardware" and inserting "under the Software Acquisition Pathways pursuant to section 3603 of title 10, United States Code,".

  4. 10 U.S.C. 4146(h)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 220(c)

    The bill says: Section 1062(b)(2) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 10 U.S.C. 2241 note) is amended by striking "subsection (g) of section 1286 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (10 U.S.C. 2358 note), as amended by section 1299C of this Act," and inserting "section 4146(h) of title 10, United States Code,".

  5. 10 U.S.C. 4092(b)(1)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 223

    The bill says: Section 4092(b)(1)(B) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the semicolon and inserting ", of which not more than 40 of the 140 positions may be occupied concurrently by 2 individuals, for a period not to exceed 90 days, for the purposes of accommodating recruitment cycles and managing personnel rotations, and any such concurrent occupancy shall be counted as a single position against the total number of positions set forth in this subparagraph;".

  6. 10 U.S.C. 2911added (k)by S. 4784 Sec. 313

    (k) Sustainable aviation fuel procurement.— The Secretary of Defense may procure sustainable aviation fuel for operational or training purposes at a cost that exceeds the cost of conventional petroleum-based aviation fuel.

    The bill says: Section 2911 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  7. 10 U.S.C. 2911(e)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 314(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (9) through (13) as paragraphs (10) through (14), respectively; and

  8. 10 U.S.C. 2911(e)added (9)by S. 4784 Sec. 314(2)

    (9) The value of establishing operational redundancy in both the primary procurement sourcing of energy and the specific physical categories of energy utilized to support critical mission infrastructure, ensuring the continuous availability of independent baseload generation capacities in the event of commercial or regional utility disruption.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (8) the following new paragraph (9):

  9. 10 U.S.C. 8698(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 324

    The bill says: Section 8698(a)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "the date that is one year after the date of the enactment of this section" and inserting "January 31, 2028".

  10. 10 U.S.C. 7532changedby S. 4784 Sec. 328(1)

    The Secretary(a) In general.—The Secretary of the Army shall have supplies needed for the Department of the Army made in factories or arsenals owned by the United States, so far as those factories or arsenals can make those supplies on an economical basis.

    The bill says: by striking "The Secretary" and inserting "(a) In general.—The Secretary";

  11. 10 U.S.C. 7532(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 328(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), as designated by paragraph (1), by striking ", so far as those factories or arsenals can make those supplies on an economical basis" and inserting "when it is economical to do so"; and

  12. 10 U.S.C. 7532added (b)by S. 4784 Sec. 328(3)

    (b) Certification To use other facilities.—(1) In general.— If the Secretary of the Army chooses to make munitions or weapons systems outside the organic industrial base of the Army, the Secretary, acting through the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology, or any successor official, shall certify that—(A) the choice will not undermine the capacity of sites of the organic industrial base of the Army within the continental United States to produce munitions or weapons systems to meet requirements of the Department of Defense and foreign allies or partner nations of the United States;(B) due consideration was given to whether it was in the interest of ensuring adequate workloads at sites of the organic industrial base of the Army to establish the capability to produce the munition or weapons system at such a site;(C) preference was given to a production facility within the continental United States; and(D) a site in the organic industrial base of the Army was not deemed ineligible for production solely because the munition or weapons systems is not currently being made at the site and consideration was given to the feasibility of increasing capability at such a site to allow it to meet the production need.(2) Explanation.— If the Secretary of the Army cannot make the certification required under paragraph (1) with respect to a choice described in that paragraph, not later than 30 days before such choice is finalized, the Secretary of the Army shall submit to the Secretary of Defense and the congressional defense committees an explanation for why such choice is in the interest of the national security of the United States.(c) Definitions.— In this section:(1) The term economical means providing a cost comparable to that of other viable production options while also—(A) efficiently and quickly meeting the needs of the Army and the Department of Defense; and(B) addressing the needs of the Army to effectively and efficiently balance workload across the organic industrial base of the Army to maintain the health of the organic industrial base.(2) The term organic industrial base of the Army means any operational arsenal, ammunition plant, activity, or depot of the Army.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

  13. 10 U.S.C. 2476(f)(1)added (J)by S. 4784 Sec. 351

    (J) Blue Grass Army Depot, Kentucky.(K) Sierra Army Depot, California.(L) Hawthorne Army Depot, Nevada.

    The bill says: Section 2476(f)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

  14. 10 U.S.C. 183arenumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 357(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i); and

  15. 10 U.S.C. 183aadded (h)by S. 4784 Sec. 357(a)

    (h) Timelines.—(1) For any project for which the Secretary of Defense determines, based on the preliminary review conducted under subsection (c), that the proposed action may have an adverse impact on operations and readiness of the armed forces, the Secretary shall complete the review under subsection (d), conduct any mitigation discussions the Secretary determines appropriate, and issue a final determination consistent with subsections (c) and (e), including whether the proposed project would result in an unacceptable risk to the national security of the United States, not later than 180 days after the date on which the Clearinghouse receives the relevant notice, filing, or request for review, unless the applicant agrees in writing to an extension.(2) For any project for which the Secretary of Defense determines, based on the preliminary review conducted under subsection (c), that the proposed action does not have an adverse impact on operations and readiness of the armed forces, the Secretary shall issue a final determination consistent with subsections (c) and (e), including whether the proposed project would result in an unacceptable risk to the national security of the United States, not later than five days after completion of the preliminary review.(3) The Secretary may not extend, restart, or otherwise delay a deadline established under this subsection based on requests for additional information, recharacterization of previously identified issues, ongoing mitigation discussions, or the absence of an executed mitigation agreement.(4) For purposes of this subsection, a notice, filing, or request for review shall be deemed received by the Clearinghouse on the earlier of—(A) the date on which the Clearinghouse actually receives such notice, filing, or request; or(B) the date that is 60 days after the applicant provides notice to the Clearinghouse that it has submitted to a Federal agency information sufficient to initiate review under this section.(5) Failure to meet any deadline under this subsection shall constitute an unreasonable delay.(6) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to modify or alter the substantive standards or national security authorities applicable under this section, but only to establish procedural requirements governing the timing and completion of review by the Department of Defense.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (g) the following:

  16. 10 U.S.C. 624(d)(2)added (A)by S. 4784 Sec. 501(1)

    (A) the reason for the delay, including a description of any adverse information or basis for concern;(B) the anticipated duration of the delay;(C) the status of any review or investigation associated with the delay; and(D) such other information as the Secretary considers appropriate.

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by adding at the end the following: “In the case of an officer whose promotion is delayed pursuant to this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall notify the congressional defense committees of such delay not later than 30 days after the date on which the delay is imposed. Such notification shall include—

  17. 10 U.S.C. 624(d)(4)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 501(2)

    (4)(A) Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the appointment of an officer may not be delayed under this subsection unless the officer has been given written notice of the grounds for the delay, unless it is impracticable to give such written notice before the effective date of the appointment, in which case such written notice shall be given as soon as practicable. An officer whose promotion has been delayed under this subsection shall be afforded an opportunity to make a written statement to the Secretary concerned in response to the action taken. Any such statement shall be given careful consideration by the Secretary.

    The bill says: in paragraph (4)(A), by striking ", unless it is impracticable to give such written notice before the effective date of the appointment, in which case such written notice shall be given as soon as practicable".

  18. 10 U.S.C. 580a(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 503

    (a) The Secretary of Defense may authorize the Secretary of a military department, during the period beginning on October 1, 2015, and ending on October 1, 2019October 1, 2025, and ending on October 1, 2030, to take the action set forth in subsection (b) with respect to regular warrant officers of an armed force under the jurisdiction of that Secretary.

    The bill says: Section 580a(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "October 1, 2015, and ending on October 1, 2019" and inserting "October 1, 2025, and ending on October 1, 2030".

  19. 10 U.S.C. 1370(b)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 504(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (4); and

  20. 10 U.S.C. 1370(b)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 504(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (5) through (7) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively; and

  21. 10 U.S.C. 1370(c)(4)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 504(a)

    (4) Construction with other notice.—In the case of an officer under paragraph (1) to whom a reduction in the service-in-grade requirement under subsection (b)(1) or waiver under subsection (b)(3) applies, the requirement for notification under subsection (b)(6)subsection (b)(5) is satisfied if the notification is included in the certification submitted by the Secretary of Defense under paragraph (1).

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(4), by striking "subsection (b)(6)" and inserting "subsection (b)(5)".

  22. 10 U.S.C. 1370renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 504(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (g) as subsection (h); and

  23. 10 U.S.C. 1370added (g)by S. 4784 Sec. 504(b)

    (g) Limitation on determinations of unsatisfactory service.—(1) The Secretary concerned, or the Secretary of Defense, as the case may be, may not make a determination that an officer has not performed satisfactory service for purposes of this section unless the officer is the subject of credible adverse information.(2) For the purposes of this subsection, adverse information is any substantiated finding or conclusion from an officially documented investigation or inquiry. To be credible, the information must be resolved and supported by a preponderance of the evidence. To be adverse, the information must be derogatory, unfavorable, or of a nature that reflects clearly unacceptable conduct, integrity, or judgment on the part of the individual.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (f) the following new subsection:

  24. 10 U.S.C. 1370arenumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 504(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i); and

  25. 10 U.S.C. 1370aadded (h)by S. 4784 Sec. 504(b)

    (h) Limitation on determinations of unsatisfactory service.—(1) The Secretary concerned, or the Secretary of Defense, as the case may be, may not make a determination that an officer has not performed satisfactory service for purposes of this section unless the officer is the subject of credible adverse information.(2) For the purposes of this subsection, adverse information is any substantiated finding or conclusion from an officially documented investigation or inquiry. To be credible, the information must be resolved and supported by a preponderance of the evidence. To be adverse, the information must be derogatory, unfavorable, or of a nature that reflects clearly unacceptable conduct, integrity, or judgment on the part of the individual.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (g) the following new subsection:

  26. 10 U.S.C. 12741added (e)by S. 4784 Sec. 504(b)

    (e) Limitation on determinations of unsatisfactory service.—(1) The Secretary concerned may not make a determination that a person has not performed satisfactory service for purposes of this section unless the person is the subject of credible adverse information.(2) For the purposes of this subsection, adverse information is any substantiated finding or conclusion from an officially documented investigation or inquiry. To be credible, the information must be resolved and supported by a preponderance of the evidence. To be adverse, the information must be derogatory, unfavorable, or of a nature that reflects clearly unacceptable conduct, integrity, or judgment on the part of the individual.

    The bill says: Section 12741 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  27. 10 U.S.C. 1305(a)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 505(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "33 years" and inserting "35 years"; and

  28. 10 U.S.C. 1305(a)added (4)by S. 4784 Sec. 505(2)

    (4) In the case of a regular Navy warrant officer in the grade of chief warrant officer, W–4, or a Marine Corps Marine Gunner warrant officer in such grade, the officer shall be retired 60 days after the date on which the officer completes 32 years of total active service.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  29. 10 U.S.C. 7153(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 506(a)

    The bill says: by striking "branches and as professors" and inserting "branches, as professors"; and

  30. 10 U.S.C. 7153(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 506(a)

    The bill says: by inserting ", and professors of the United States Army War College" before the period at the end.

  31. 37 U.S.C. 203changedby S. 4784 Sec. 506(c)

    The bill says: Section 203 of title 37, United States Code, is amended by inserting "the United States Army War College," after "the United States Military Academy," both places it appears.

  32. 10 U.S.C. 7320(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 506(d)

    The bill says: Section 7320(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting "and the United States Army War College" before the period at the end.

  33. 10 U.S.C. 1252changedby S. 4784 Sec. 506(d)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by inserting "and the United States Army War College" after "at academies"; and

  34. 10 U.S.C. 1252(b)added (4)by S. 4784 Sec. 506(d)

    (4) An officer who is a permanent professor of the United States Army War College.

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  35. 10 U.S.C. 14706(a)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 511(1)

    The bill says: by striking "while in a program" and inserting "while participating in a service-approved program"; and

  36. 10 U.S.C. 14706(a)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 511(1)

    The bill says: by striking ", but only" and all that follows through "such a degree";

  37. 10 U.S.C. 14706(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 511(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "other than a student status" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "a capacity other than such officer’s participation in the service-approved program of advanced education."; and

  38. 10 U.S.C. 14706added (d)by S. 4784 Sec. 511(3)

    (d) Service-approved program defined.— In this section, the term "service-approved program" means a service-approved educational delay of active duty, active guard and reserve, or selected reserve service for a graduate of a pre-commissioning program, including a Senior Reserve Officer Training Corps program, in order attend an advanced education program to obtain a professional degree that would be required for appointment, designation, or assignment to a professional specialty in such military service.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  39. 10 U.S.C. 12011(a)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 512(a)

    The bill says: Section 12011(a)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the table and inserting the following:

  40. 10 U.S.C. 12012(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 512(b)

    The bill says: Section 12012(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking those parts of the table pertaining to the Navy Reserve and inserting the following:

  41. 10 U.S.C. 12012(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 512(c)

    The bill says: Section 12012(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking those parts of the table pertaining to the Marine Corps Reserve and inserting the following:

  42. 10 U.S.C. 10508(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 513(f)

    The bill says: Section 10508(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting "sections 1601 and 1762 of title 10," before "or section 328 of title 32".

  43. 32 U.S.C. 328(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 513(g)

    The bill says: Section 328(b) of title 32, United States Code, is amended by inserting "maintaining and repairing supplies issued to the National Guard or the Armed Forces," before "and training the reserve components" .

  44. 32 U.S.C. 709added (k)by S. 4784 Sec. 513(i)

    (k) Termination of authority.—(1) Subject to paragraph (2), this section shall cease to be in effect as of October 1, 2038.(2) The Secretary of Defense may, with agreement by the applicable State governor, authorize the continued employment of military technicians (dual status) to the extent necessary to ensure adequate State disaster response capabilities within such States.(3) The termination of authority under this subsection shall not affect the employment, rights, and benefits of individual employees who, as of such date, are within three years of earning an unreduced Federal civilian annuity.

    The bill says: Section 709 of title 32, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following subsection:

  45. 10 U.S.C. 115(d)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 513(j)

    The bill says: Section 115(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "each reserve component of the Army and Air Force" and inserting "the Army Reserve and the Air Force Reserve".

  46. 10 U.S.C. 10216(a)(1)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 513(k)

    The bill says: Section 10216(a)(1)(A) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "or section 709(b) of title 32" before the semicolon.

  47. 10 U.S.C. 1781(d)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 522(1)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (4); and

  48. 10 U.S.C. 1781(d)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 522(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (4).

  49. 10 U.S.C. 1559(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 524(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "December 31, 2025" and inserting "December 31, 2031";

  50. 10 U.S.C. 1559rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 524(a)

    The bill says: by amending subsection (b) to read as follows:

  51. 10 U.S.C. 1559(c)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 524(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(2), by inserting "and the Secretary of the Navy Council of Review Boards (formerly known as the Navy Council of Personnel Boards)" after "Board of Correction for Naval Records".

  52. 10 U.S.C. 1552(h)added (3)by S. 4784 Sec. 526

    (3) As a result of its review under paragraph (2), a board established under subsection (a)(1) may—(A) grant a claimant’s request to upgrade the characterization of a discharge or dismissal;(B) grant a claimant’s request to correct the following for a discharge or dismissal: the narrative reason for separation, the separation code, and the re-enlistment code; and(C) deny any part of the claimant’s application for relief after liberal consideration of the evidence of record.(4) If a claimant described in paragraph (1) requests retirement or separation for physical disability as defined by chapter 61 of this title, the board established under subsection (a)(1) shall review such request under the evidentiary standards established by the Department of Defense for current service members in the Disability Evaluation System. If the claimant submits multiple bases or requests for relief, the board shall review any eligible requests for relief that do not involve retirement or separation for physical disability as defined by chapter 61 this title, under the liberal consideration standard established in paragraph (2).

    The bill says: Section 1552(h) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:

  53. 10 U.S.C. 1034(b)(2)(A)added (vi)by S. 4784 Sec. 527(1)

    (vi) The conducting of, or a threat to order, a retaliatory security clearance review.(vii) The conducting of, or a threat to order, a retaliatory psychiatric examination, mental health evaluation, psychological assessment, or other medical testing or examination.

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(2)(A), by adding at the end the following new clauses:

  54. 10 U.S.C. 1034renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 527(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (j) as subsection (k); and

  55. 10 U.S.C. 1034added (j)by S. 4784 Sec. 527(3)

    (j) Inapplicability of nondisclosure agreements.— No nondisclosure policy, form, or agreement shall be construed as limiting or otherwise affecting the rights and protections provided under this section.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (i) the following new subsection:

  56. 10 U.S.C. 7448(a)rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    (5)(A) That the cadet may not obtain employment as a professional athlete under this paragraph until 2 years after graduating from the Academy, except as otherwise authorized by the Secretary under subparagraph (B).(B) The Secretary may authorize not more than 10 cadets during any academic year to obtain employment as a professional athlete before completing the active-duty service obligation otherwise required under this subsection.(C) The Secretary may waive the numerical limitation under subparagraph (B) and authorize participation for more than 10 graduates in a fiscal year if the Secretary determines that—(i) such a waiver is in the national interest; and(ii) participation by additional graduates will provide significant recruiting, retention, public affairs, or strategic benefit to the Armed Forces.(D) A cadet authorized under subparagraph (B) shall—(i) accept an appointment as a commissioned officer in an appropriate reserve component, as determined by the Secretary;(ii) serve in the Selected Reserve in an appropriate status, grade, and assignment, as determined by the Secretary; and(iii) participate in recruiting, retention, public affairs or other activities that strategically benefit the armed forces, as determined by the Secretary.(E) The Secretary shall prescribe the period of obligated service required under this paragraph, except that such obligated service shall be served in the Selected Reserve for a period of not more than 10 years.(F) Upon completion of employment as a professional athlete, or upon termination of authorization under this paragraph, the Secretary may require the officer to serve on active duty for such period as the Secretary determines appropriate, except that the combined period of service required under subparagraph (E) and this subparagraph may not exceed 10 years.(G) If an officer authorized under this paragraph is unable or unwilling to satisfy the service obligations required under this paragraph, and is determined by the Secretary concerned to be ineligible for further military service, the Secretary may require the officer to reimburse the United States for all or a portion of the cost of the education provided by the Academy, under such terms and conditions as the Secretary may prescribe.

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by amending paragraph (5) to read as follows:

  57. 10 U.S.C. 7448(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "Subject to paragraph (4), the Secretary" and inserting "The Secretary"; and

  58. 10 U.S.C. 7448(b)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (4); and

  59. 10 U.S.C. 7448(c)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2); and

  60. 10 U.S.C. 7448(c)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (2) and (3), respectively.

  61. 10 U.S.C. 8459(a)rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    (5)(A) That the midshipman may not obtain employment as a professional athlete under this paragraph until 2 years after graduating from the Academy, except as otherwise authorized by the Secretary under subparagraph (B).(B) The Secretary may authorize not more than 10 midshipmen during any academic year to obtain employment as a professional athlete before completing the active-duty service obligation otherwise required under this subsection.(C) The Secretary may waive the numerical limitation under subparagraph (B) and authorize participation for more than 10 graduates in a fiscal year if the Secretary determines that—(i) such a waiver is in the national interest; and(ii) participation by additional graduates will provide significant recruiting, retention, public affairs, or strategic benefit to the Armed Forces.(D) A midshipman authorized under subparagraph (B) shall—(i) accept an appointment as a commissioned officer in an appropriate reserve component, as determined by the Secretary;(ii) serve in the Selected Reserve in an appropriate status, grade, and assignment, as determined by the Secretary; and(iii) participate in recruiting, retention, public affairs or other activities that strategically benefit the armed forces, as determined by the Secretary.(E) The Secretary shall prescribe the period of obligated service required under this paragraph, except that such obligated service shall be served in the Selected Reserve for a period of not more than 10 years.(F) Upon completion of employment as a professional athlete, or upon termination of authorization under this paragraph, the Secretary may require the officer to serve on active duty for such period as the Secretary determines appropriate, except that the combined period of service required under subparagraph (E) and this subparagraph may not exceed 10 years.(G) If an officer authorized under this paragraph is unable or unwilling to satisfy the service obligations required under this paragraph, and is determined by the Secretary concerned to be ineligible for further military service, the Secretary may require the officer to reimburse the United States for all or a portion of the cost of the education provided by the Academy, under such terms and conditions as the Secretary may prescribe.

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by amending paragraph (5) to read as follows:

  62. 10 U.S.C. 8459(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "Subject to paragraph (4), the Secretary" and inserting "The Secretary"; and

  63. 10 U.S.C. 8459(b)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (4); and

  64. 10 U.S.C. 8459(c)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2); and

  65. 10 U.S.C. 8459(c)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (2) and (3), respectively.

  66. 10 U.S.C. 9448(a)rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    (5)(A) That the cadet may not obtain employment as a professional athlete under this paragraph until 2 years after graduating from the Academy, except as otherwise authorized by the Secretary under subparagraph (B).(B) The Secretary may authorize not more than 10 cadets during any academic year to obtain employment as a professional athlete before completing the active-duty service obligation otherwise required under this subsection.(C) The Secretary may waive the numerical limitation under subparagraph (B) and authorize participation for more than 10 graduates in a fiscal year if the Secretary determines that—(i) such a waiver is in the national interest; and(ii) participation by additional graduates will provide significant recruiting, retention, public affairs, or strategic benefit to the Armed Forces.(D) A cadet authorized under subparagraph (B) shall—(i) accept an appointment as a commissioned officer in an appropriate reserve component, as determined by the Secretary;(ii) serve in the Selected Reserve in an appropriate status, grade, and assignment, as determined by the Secretary; and(iii) participate in recruiting, retention, public affairs or other activities that strategically benefit the armed forces, as determined by the Secretary.(E) The Secretary shall prescribe the period of obligated service required under this paragraph, except that such obligated service shall be served in the Selected Reserve for a period of not more than 10 years.(F) Upon completion of employment as a professional athlete, or upon termination of authorization under this paragraph, the Secretary may require the officer to serve on active duty for such period as the Secretary determines appropriate, except that the combined period of service required under subparagraph (E) and this subparagraph may not exceed 10 years.(G) If an officer authorized under this paragraph is unable or unwilling to satisfy the service obligations required under this paragraph, and is determined by the Secretary concerned to be ineligible for further military service, the Secretary may require the officer to reimburse the United States for all or a portion of the cost of the education provided by the Academy, under such terms and conditions as the Secretary may prescribe.

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by amending paragraph (5) to read as follows:

  67. 10 U.S.C. 9448(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "Subject to paragraph (4), the Secretary" and inserting "The Secretary"; and

  68. 10 U.S.C. 9448(b)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (4); and

  69. 10 U.S.C. 9448(c)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2); and

  70. 10 U.S.C. 9448(c)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 529(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (2) and (3), respectively.

  71. 10 U.S.C. 986repealedby S. 4784 Sec. 529C(b)

    The bill says: Section 986 of title 10, United States Code, is repealed.

  72. 10 U.S.C. 2001(a)(1)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 529C(c)

    The bill says: Section 2001(a)(1)(B) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "include" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "include honor, excellence, courage, and commitment.".

  73. 10 U.S.C. 806b(e)(3)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 532(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (e)(3), by striking subparagraph (C); and

  74. 10 U.S.C. 806badded (g)by S. 4784 Sec. 532(2)

    (g) Review by the Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces.—(1) The Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces may review all decisions or dispositions taken by a Court of Criminal Appeals pursuant to a petition filed by the victim of an offense under this chapter under subsection (e) and on good cause shown.(2) The Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces shall take action only with respect to matters of law.(3) The victim of an offense under this chapter may petition the Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces for review pursuant to paragraph (1) not later than 21 days after the earlier of—(A) the date on which the victim is notified of the decision or disposition of the Court of Criminal Appeals on a petition pursuant to subsection (e); and(B) the date on which a copy of the decision or disposition of the Court of Criminal Appeals, after being served on counsel for the victim (if the victim has counsel), is deposited into the United States mails for delivery by first-class certified mail to the victim at an address provided by the victim or at the latest address listed for the victim in the record of any proceedings held pursuant to section 830(a) or 832 of this title (article 30(a) or 32) or during trial.(4) Review of any decision or disposition of the Court of Criminal Appeals on a petition for writ of mandamus described in this subsection shall have priority in the Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, as determined under the rules of the Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  75. 10 U.S.C. 857(c)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 533(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3);

  76. 10 U.S.C. 857(c)(1)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 533(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1)(B), by striking "Appeals and—" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting "Appeals and the review and time requirements described in paragraph (2) are satisfied."; and

  77. 10 U.S.C. 857(c)added (2)by S. 4784 Sec. 533(3)

    (2) Review and time requirements.— The review and time requirements referred to in paragraph (1)(B) are satisfied if any of the following applies:(A) The time for the accused to file a petition for review by the Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces has expired and the accused has not filed a petition for such review in a timely manner and the case is not otherwise under review by that Court.(B) The petition for review is withdrawn by the accused.(C) The petition for review having been filed—(i) either—(I) the petition is denied or otherwise rejected by the Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces; or(II) the review requested by the petition is completed in accordance with the judgment of the Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces; and(ii) with respect to subsequent review by the Supreme Court—(I) a petition for a writ of certiorari as provided in section 1259 of title 28 is not filed within the time limits prescribed by the Supreme Court;(II) such a petition is rejected by the Supreme Court;(III) such a petition is withdrawn by the petitioner; or(IV) review is otherwise completed in accordance with the judgment of the Supreme Court.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new paragraph (2):

  78. 10 U.S.C. 865(d)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 534(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2);

  79. 10 U.S.C. 865(d)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 534(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (2); and

  80. 10 U.S.C. 865(d)(2)(A)(ii)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 534(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A)(ii), by striking "subparagraph (A), (B), or (C)" and inserting "subparagraph (A) or (B)"; and

  81. 10 U.S.C. 865(d)(2)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 534(a)

    (i) Whether the court had jurisdiction over the accused and the offense.(ii) Whether the charge and specification stated an offense.(iii) Whether the sentence was within the limits prescribed as a matter of law.

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "conclusions" and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting “a conclusion on each of the following matters:

  82. 10 U.S.C. 869(c)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 534(b)

    The bill says: Section 869(c)(2) of title 10, United States Code (article 69(c)(2) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), is amended by striking "section 865(b) of this title (article 65(b))" and inserting "section 865(d) of this title (article 65(d))".

  83. 10 U.S.C. 824a(c)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 535(1)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "paragraph (5)" and inserting "paragraphs (4) and (6)"; and

  84. 10 U.S.C. 824a(c)(3)(C)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 535(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by inserting "or pretrial agreement" after "plea agreement";

  85. 10 U.S.C. 824a(c)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 535(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (4) and (5) as paragraphs (5) and (6), respectively; and

  86. 10 U.S.C. 824a(c)added (4)by S. 4784 Sec. 535(3)

    (4) Pretrial agreements.— If a special trial counsel exercises authority pursuant to subsection (d) over an offense committed before January 1, 2019, the special trial counsel may enter into a pretrial agreement with the accused in accordance with regulations prescribed by the President. Upon acceptance of such an agreement by the military judge of a general or special court-martial, the agreement shall bind the parties and the convening authority.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (3) the following new paragraph:

  87. 10 U.S.C. 866(e)(1)rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 536(1)

    The bill says: by amending subparagraph (B) to read as follows:

  88. 10 U.S.C. 866(e)(1)(C)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 536(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by striking "the sentence" and inserting "the portion of the sentence extending to confinement".

  89. 10 U.S.C. 830a(a)(1)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 537(a)

    The bill says: Section 830a(a)(1)(B) of title 10, United States Code (article 30a(a)(1)(B) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), is amended by striking "warrants or orders" and inserting "warrants, orders, or subpoenas".

  90. 10 U.S.C. 846(d)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 537(b)

    The bill says: in the paragraph heading, by striking "Warrant or order" and inserting "Warrant, order, or subpoena";

  91. 10 U.S.C. 846(d)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 537(b)

    The bill says: by striking "may issue warrants or court orders" and inserting "may issue warrants, court orders, or investigative subpoenas"; and

  92. 10 U.S.C. 846(d)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 537(b)

    The bill says: by striking "as such warrants and orders" and inserting "as such warrants, orders, or subpoenas".

  93. 10 U.S.C. 1044echangedby S. 4784 Sec. 538(a)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by inserting "domestic violence and" before "sex-related offenses";

  94. 10 U.S.C. 1044echangedby S. 4784 Sec. 538(a)

    The bill says: by inserting "domestic violence or" before "sex-related offense" each place it appears;

  95. 10 U.S.C. 1044e(b)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 538(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(3), by striking "domestic abuse advocate" and inserting "domestic abuse victim advocate";

  96. 10 U.S.C. 1044e(f)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 538(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (f)(1), by inserting "domestic abuse victim advocate," after "healthcare provider,"; and

  97. 10 U.S.C. 1044e(h)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 538(a)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading, by inserting "domestic violence or" before "sex-related offense"; and

  98. 10 U.S.C. 1044e(h)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 538(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "or 930 of this title (article 120, 120b, 120c," and inserting "928b, or 930 of this title (article 120, 120b, 120c, 128b,".

  99. 10 U.S.C. 1567achangedby S. 4784 Sec. 539A(1)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by inserting "and victims of domestic abuse or sexual assault" after "civilian law enforcement";

  100. 10 U.S.C. 1567a(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 539A(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by inserting "and, in a case involving domestic abuse or sexual assault, the victim or requesting individual," after "appropriate civilian authorities"; and

  101. 10 U.S.C. 1567a(c)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 539A(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by inserting "and, in a case involving domestic abuse or sexual assault, the victim or requesting individual," after "appropriate civilian authorities".

  102. 10 U.S.C. 802(d)(2)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 539D(a)

    The bill says: Section 802(d)(2)(B) of title 10, United States Code (article 2(d)(2)(B) of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), is amended by inserting "or during a period specified in subsection (a)(3)(B)" after "on inactive-duty training".

  103. 10 U.S.C. 802(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 539E(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "The following persons" and inserting "Except as provided in subsection (e), the following persons";

  104. 10 U.S.C. 802renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 539E(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (f); and

  105. 10 U.S.C. 802added (e)by S. 4784 Sec. 539E(3)

    (e)(1) With respect to members to whom the provisions of this chapter are made applicable by paragraphs (4), (5), (6), and (14) of subsection (a), except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, the provisions of subchapter X shall not be applicable to any—(A) conduct of such members which constitutes or pertains to political speech;(B) expressions pertaining to the actions, character, motivations, qualifications, or other attributes of government officials; or(C) statements of the law.(2) The exception under paragraph (1) shall not apply to a member—(A) to whom this chapter is applicable under a paragraph of subsection (a) other than one of the paragraphs referenced in paragraph (1) of this subsection; or(B) who is wearing a military uniform.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (d) the following new subsection:

  106. 10 U.S.C. 8462(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 542(1)

    The bill says: by striking "Superintendent of the Naval Academy" and all that follows through "report of the facts—" and inserting "Secretary of the Navy may discharge a midshipman from the Naval Academy and from the naval service—";

  107. 10 U.S.C. 8462(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 542(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "Superintendent" and inserting "Secretary"; and

  108. 10 U.S.C. 8462(a)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 542(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "Academic Board unanimously determines" and inserting "Secretary determines"; and

  109. 10 U.S.C. 8462rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 542(2)

    The bill says: by amending subsection (b) to read as follows:

  110. 10 U.S.C. 2004(a)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 544(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(2), by striking "Not more than 25 officers and enlisted members from each military department" and inserting "Not more than 35 members from each military service"; and

  111. 10 U.S.C. 2004(c)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 544(2)

    The bill says: by inserting "(1)" before "Officers and enlisted members"; and

  112. 10 U.S.C. 2004(c)added (2)by S. 4784 Sec. 544(2)

    (2) The Secretaries of the military departments are authorized to waive the time in service minimum of two years in subsection (b)(1)(A)(i) for up to five officers who are graduates of the United States Military Academy established under section 7431 of title 10, United States Code, up to five officers who are graduates of the Air Force Academy established under section 9431 of title 10, United States Code, and up to five officers who are graduates of the Naval Academy established under section 8451 of title 10, United States Code, respectively.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  113. 10 U.S.C. 7451removedby S. 4784 Sec. 545(a)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (b);

  114. 10 U.S.C. 7451renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 545(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (b); and

  115. 10 U.S.C. 7451(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 545(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), as so redesignated, by striking "the course" and inserting "a course".

  116. 10 U.S.C. 9451removedby S. 4784 Sec. 545(b)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (b);

  117. 10 U.S.C. 9451renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 545(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (b); and

  118. 10 U.S.C. 9451(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 545(b)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), as so redesignated, by striking "the course" and inserting "a course".

  119. 10 U.S.C. 7461changedby S. 4784 Sec. 546(a)

    The bill says: Subsection (e)(2)(C)(i) of section 7461 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "72 hours" each place it appears and inserting "five calendar days".

  120. 10 U.S.C. 8480changedby S. 4784 Sec. 546(b)

    The bill says: Subsection (e)(2)(C)(i) of section 8480 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "72 hours" each place it appears and inserting "five calendar days".

  121. 10 U.S.C. 9461changedby S. 4784 Sec. 546(c)

    The bill says: Subsection (e)(2)(C)(i) of section 9461 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "72 hours" each place it appears and inserting "five calendar days".

  122. 10 U.S.C. 2007changedby S. 4784 Sec. 549(a)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by inserting "and institution fees" after "Payment of tuition";

  123. 10 U.S.C. 2007(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 549(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "or expenses" and inserting ", expenses, or institution fees"; and

  124. 10 U.S.C. 2007(c)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 549(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by striking "or expenses" each place it appears and inserting ", expenses, or institution fees".

  125. 17 U.S.C. 105(d)(2)added (P)by S. 4784 Sec. 549C

    (P) Defense Security Cooperation University.

    The bill says: Section 105(d)(2) of title 17, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

  126. 10 U.S.C. 1798(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 555(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking the semicolon and inserting "; and";

  127. 10 U.S.C. 1798(b)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 555(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (2); and

  128. 10 U.S.C. 1798(b)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 555(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (2).

  129. 10 U.S.C. 7274added (d)by S. 4784 Sec. 583(a)

    (d) A time limitation under this section may not be waived unless the Secretary of the Army first submits to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives the unredacted package of information considered by the Secretary, including all relevant information relating to any reconsideration of an award.

    The bill says: Section 7274 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  130. 10 U.S.C. 8298added (c)by S. 4784 Sec. 583(b)

    (c) A time limitation under this section may not be waived unless the Secretary of the Navy first submits to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives the unredacted package of information considered by the Secretary, including all relevant information relating to any reconsideration of an award.

    The bill says: Section 8298 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  131. 10 U.S.C. 9274added (d)by S. 4784 Sec. 583(c)

    (d) A time limitation under this section may not be waived unless the Secretary of the Air Force first submits to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives the unredacted package of information considered by the Secretary, including all relevant information relating to any reconsideration of an award.

    The bill says: Section 9274 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  132. 10 U.S.C. 1130renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 585(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (f); and

  133. 10 U.S.C. 1130added (d)by S. 4784 Sec. 585(a)

    (d) Proposals to be considered under this section must originate before the military service concerned operationalized a standardized, online, awards review process.(e)(1) An exception to the time limitations under this section shall be granted for a member or former member of the armed forces whose recommendation for a decoration could not be processed due to the classification of the details of the act, achievement, or service. In such cases, a recommendation for a decoration may be considered if it is submitted within three years of the date the information providing the necessary evidence is declassified.(2) For purposes of the exception under paragraph (1), the term 'declassification' includes—(A) information released through the automatic declassification mechanisms established under Executive Order 13526 (or any successor order), including the 10-year, 25-year, 50-year, or 75-year automatic declassification timelines; and(B) information released through a Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR) or a request under section 552 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the "Freedom of Information Act").

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (c) the following new subsections:

  134. 10 U.S.C. 1552removedby S. 4784 Sec. 585(b)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (j); and

  135. 10 U.S.C. 1552renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 585(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (k) as subsection (j).

  136. 37 U.S.C. 452(j)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 601(a)

    The bill says: Section 452(j)(1) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking "more than 50 miles" and inserting "to a permanent duty assignment location requiring one-way travel of more than 100 miles".

  137. 37 U.S.C. 453added (j)by S. 4784 Sec. 603

    (j) Reimbursement of costs of long commutes for members assigned to remote or isolated installations in areas without affordable housing.—(1) The Secretary concerned may reimburse a member of the armed forces described in paragraph (2) for the costs described in paragraph (3).(2) A member is described in this paragraph if—(A) the duty station of the member is a remote or isolated installation (as defined in section 4705 of title 10);(B) the member lives more than 30 miles, or has a commute of longer than one hour, from the member's residence to the member's duty station; and(C) the member is unable to live closer to that duty station because of a lack of affordable housing and essential services near the duty station.(3) The costs described in this paragraph are—(A)(i) the average cost of fuel for the distance the member travels from the member's residence to the member's duty location; and(ii) a percentage, to be determined by the Secretary of Defense, of costs associated with maintenance and wear-and-tear on the vehicle of the member as a result of commuting; or(B) if available, the cost of taking public transportation from the member's residence to the member's duty location.(4) The Secretary of Defense shall establish guidelines for administering this subsection, including guidelines with respect to—(A) how a member can apply for reimbursement under this subsection; and(B) verification of—(i) the distance a member travels from the member's residence to the member's duty location, which may be accomplished through a combination of housing records and tools for measuring distance using the Global Positioning System; and(ii) the lack of affordable housing and essential services near the member's duty station.

    The bill says: Section 453 of title 37, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  138. 37 U.S.C. 910(g)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 611(a)

    The bill says: Section 910(g) of title 37, United States Code, relating to income replacement payments for reserve component members experiencing extended and frequent mobilization for active duty service, is amended by striking "December 31, 2026" and inserting "December 31, 2027".

  139. 37 U.S.C. 333(i)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 611(c)

    The bill says: Section 333(i) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking "December 31, 2026" and inserting "December 31, 2027".

  140. 37 U.S.C. 403(b)(7)(E)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 611(e)

    The bill says: in paragraph (7)(E), relating to an area covered by a major disaster declaration or containing an installation experiencing an influx of military personnel, by striking "December 31, 2026" and inserting "December 31, 2027"; and

  141. 37 U.S.C. 403(b)(8)(C)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 611(e)

    The bill says: in paragraph (8)(C), relating to an area where actual housing costs differ from current rates by more than 20 percent, by striking "December 31, 2026" and inserting "December 31, 2027".

  142. 37 U.S.C. 334(c)(1)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 612

    The bill says: Section 334(c)(1)(B) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by striking "$50,000" and inserting "$60,000".

  143. 37 U.S.C. 335(c)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 613

    The bill says: Section 335(c)(2) of title 37, United States Code, is amended by inserting "or holds a comparable qualifying Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree, as determined by the Secretary concerned," after "is board certified".

  144. 37 U.S.C. 336(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 614(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "$5,000" and inserting "$15,000"; and

  145. 37 U.S.C. 336(c)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 614(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(1), by striking "field training or a practice cruise under section 2104(b)(6)(A)(ii) of title 10" and inserting "training requirements prescribed by the Secretary concerned".

  146. 37 U.S.C. 351(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 615(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "$450" and inserting "$600"; and

  147. 37 U.S.C. 351(b)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 615(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "$275" and inserting "$400".

  148. 37 U.S.C. 439(b)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 616(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "has been certified" and inserting "was initially certified";

  149. 37 U.S.C. 439(b)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 616(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and

  150. 37 U.S.C. 439(b)added (3)by S. 4784 Sec. 616(3)

    (3) has been recertified (if required), by a licensed physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant, as in need of such assistance;

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph (3):

  151. 10 U.S.C. 2483(b)added (8)by S. 4784 Sec. 622(1)

    (8) Construction, repair, improvement, and maintenance of physical infrastructure (as defined in section 2484(h)(1)(B) of this title).

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  152. 10 U.S.C. 2483added (d)by S. 4784 Sec. 622(2)

    (d) Limitations relating to military construction.— Amounts used for construction under subsection (b)(8) shall be subject to the requirements and limitations under section 2805 of this title.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  153. 37 U.S.C. 453(c)(4)rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 631

    (4)(A) The Secretary of the military department concerned may authorize the shipment or storage of more than one privately owned vehicle for a member of the armed forces in connection with a temporary or permanent move between authorized locations.(B) The exercise of the authority provided by subparagraph (A) shall—(i) be subject to the availability of appropriations and operational requirements; and(ii) not be conditioned on the implementation of a Department of Defense-wide policy on shipment and storage of personally owned vehicles.

    The bill says: Section 453(c)(4) of title 37, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

  154. 37 U.S.C. 453added (j)by S. 4784 Sec. 632

    (j) Reimbursement of qualifying guardianship costs.—(1) From amounts otherwise made available for a fiscal year to provide travel and transportation allowances under this chapter, the Secretary concerned may reimburse a member of the uniformed services for qualified guardianship costs if—(A) the member relocates to a new jurisdiction or geographic area as the result of—(i) an assignment to a duty station;(ii) a reassignment, either as a result of a permanent change of station or permanent change of assignment, between duty stations;(iii) a transfer from a regular component of a uniformed service into the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve of a uniformed service, if the member is authorized a final move from the last duty station to the new jurisdiction or geographic area; or(iv) placement on the temporary disability retired list under chapter 61 of title 10; and(B) the movement of the member's dependents is authorized at the expense of the United States under this section as part of the relocation.(2)(A) Reimbursement provided to a member under this subsection for qualified guardianship costs may not exceed $1,000 in connection with each relocation described in paragraph (1).(3) No reimbursement may be provided under this subsection for qualified guardianship costs paid or incurred after December 31, 2029.(4) In this subsection, the term qualified guardianship costs means costs, including paperwork, travel, or court, legal, or other administrative fees, incurred by a member or the spouse of a member if—(A) a State appoints the member or spouse as the guardian of a minor child or an adult adjudicated to be in need of a guardian; and(B) the member or spouse needs to seek a new appointment in a new jurisdiction because of the member's relocation described in paragraph (1).

    The bill says: Section 453 of title 37, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  155. 10 U.S.C. 992(b)(2)added (C)by S. 4784 Sec. 633(1)

    (C) The Secretary concerned may, subject to the applicable requirements of this section, enter into contracts to provide counseling under this paragraph with individuals and organizations that provide counseling with respect to housing, including organizations that are certified under section 106(e) of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701x(e)).

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(2), by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

  156. 10 U.S.C. 992(f)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 633(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (f)(3), by striking "and mortgages" and inserting "mortgages, and other financial products related to the purchase or lease of a primary residence (and information on fees related to such products)".

  157. 10 U.S.C. 2641brenumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 634(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (g) as subsection (h); and

  158. 10 U.S.C. 2641badded (g)by S. 4784 Sec. 634(2)

    (g) Special priority for travel to and from United States Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.—(1) An individual eligible pursuant to subsection (c) for the travel program who is stationed at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, may purchase transportation, at commercially competitive rates (as determined by the agency contracting for the transportation), for travel to and from Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, without regard to subsection (b).(2) An individual described in paragraph (1) shall have a priority for transportation under the travel program consistent with other official travelers, as determined by the Secretary.(3) Notwithstanding section 3302 of title 31, amounts collected under paragraph (1) shall be credited to the appropriate appropriation of the agency contracting for the transportation. Amounts so collected shall be credited to and merged with the funds in that appropriation and shall be available for the same period and purposes as the appropriation with which merged.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (f) the following new subsection (g):

  159. 10 U.S.C. 16301(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 636

    The bill says: Section 16301(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "15 percent" and inserting "20 percent".

  160. 10 U.S.C. 1077(c)rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 702

    (2)(A) Dependents who are covered by a dental plan established under section 1076a of this title may be treated by postgraduate dental residents in a dental treatment facility of the uniformed services under a graduate dental education program accredited by the American Dental Association.(B) Treatment under subparagraph (A) shall be provided on a space available basis and only if the Secretary of Defense determines that adequate resources exist to provide such treatment.

    The bill says: Paragraph (2) of section 1077(c) of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

  161. 10 U.S.C. 1077(a)(16)(B)(ii)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 703

    The bill says: Section 1077(a)(16)(B)(ii) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting "or TRICARE Select" before the period at the end.

  162. 10 U.S.C. 1095c(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 706(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "nine months after the date of the award of the contract, but in no case later than one year after the date of such award" and inserting "one year after the date on which the transition period of performance begins under the contract to allow for adequate start-up time for an orderly transition"; and

  163. 10 U.S.C. 1095c(b)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 706(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "nine-month" and inserting "one-year" each place it appears.

  164. 10 U.S.C. 1079(a)added (21)by S. 4784 Sec. 708

    (21) Cranial orthotic devices (molding helmets) for deformational plagiocephaly may be provided as part of a reconstructive medical treatment.

    The bill says: Section 1079(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

  165. 10 U.S.C. 1073dadded (g)by S. 4784 Sec. 723

    (g) Limitation on actions to downsize, realign, or reduce scope of services.—(1) The Secretary of Defense may not carry out any action initiated after the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 to downsize, realign, or otherwise reduce the scope of services at a military medical treatment facility until the Secretary conducts a comprehensive review consistent with this subsection.(2) A review required under paragraph (1) with respect to an action relating to a military medical treatment facility shall include, at a minimum, the following:(A) An assessment of the capacity, capability, and readiness of local civilian health care providers to absorb affected beneficiary populations.(B) An assessment of the capacity, capability, and accessibility of facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs in the relevant catchment area.(C) An evaluation of the impact on access to care for covered beneficiaries, including wait times, travel distances, and specialty care availability.(D) An analysis of the effects on medical readiness, including clinical workload necessary to sustain provider skills within the armed forces.(E) An assessment of risks to continuity of care, particularly for complex or chronic conditions.(F) Such other factors as the Secretary determines appropriate to ensure a complete understanding of impacts on beneficiaries and mission requirements.(3) The Secretary of Defense shall certify to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives that the review required under this subsection has been completed prior to implementing any action described in paragraph (1) and shall include a summary of findings and a justification for the proposed action.(4) Not later than one year before conducting any action to downsize, realign, or otherwise reduce the scope of services at a military medical treatment facility, the Secretary of Defense shall have a consultative discussion regarding such action with the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives.

    The bill says: Section 1073d of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  166. 10 U.S.C. 1073added (c)by S. 4784 Sec. 725

    (c) Authority.— The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs shall have authority over the entirety of the Defense Health Program.

    The bill says: Section 1073 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

  167. 10 U.S.C. 996renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 729(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (e) as subsection (i); and

  168. 10 U.S.C. 996added (e)by S. 4784 Sec. 729(a)

    (e) Inclusion of family member exposures.— The Secretary may include in the Individual Longitudinal Exposure Record of a member of the armed forces exposures experienced by family members of such member during an accompanied tour while such member is serving on active duty, regardless of whether the location is in the continental United States, outside the continental United States, or a classified location.(f) Individual access to data and updates or corrections.—(1) The Secretary may provide to members of the armed forces, veterans, designated family members, and survivors password-protected access to view data within the Individual Longitudinal Exposure Record to which the individual is authorized to view.(2) An individual may request an update or correction to any data included in the Individual Longitudinal Exposure Record that relates to the individual.(g) Toxic exposure capability.— The Secretary may modify the Individual Longitudinal Exposure Record to provide the capability to notify an individual of a potential toxic exposure of the individual in real time.(h) Preservation of records after death.— The Secretary may modify the Individual Longitudinal Exposure Record to preserve records of an individual after the death of the individual for purposes of research, survivor benefits, and disease-cluster identification.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (d) the following new subsections:

  169. 10 U.S.C. 1094(d)(3)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 747(1)

    The bill says: by striking "or duty under" and inserting “or duty—

  170. 10 U.S.C. 1094(d)(3)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 747(2)

    The bill says: by striking the period at the end and inserting "; or"; and

  171. 10 U.S.C. 1094(e)(3)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 749(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (E) as subparagraph (J); and

  172. 10 U.S.C. 1094(e)(3)added (E)by S. 4784 Sec. 749(a)

    (E) Japan.(F) The Republic of Korea.(G) France.(H) Germany.(I) Qatar.

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (D) the following new subparagraphs:

  173. 10 U.S.C. 311(b)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 749(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (3) as paragraph (4); and

  174. 10 U.S.C. 311(b)added (3)by S. 4784 Sec. 749(b)

    (3)(A) Subject to certification under subparagraph (B), an agreement for the exchange of health care professionals may provide for assignment of Department of Defense personnel to perform authorized Federal duties in foreign military medical facilities or operational platforms.(B) In carrying out subparagraph (A), the commander of the appropriate geographic combatant command, or an authorized designee, following a review of applicable international agreements, national laws, and regulations, shall certify that sufficient mitigation of criminal and civil liability for health care professionals exists in the location in which authorized Federal duties are to be performed.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (2) the following new paragraph:

  175. 10 U.S.C. 311(c)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 749(b)

    The bill says: by striking "In the case of" and inserting "(1) In the case of"; and

  176. 10 U.S.C. 311(c)added (2)by S. 4784 Sec. 749(b)

    (2) An agreement for the exchange of health care professionals is subject to licensure requirements as defined in section 1094 of this title.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  177. 10 U.S.C. 3771(b)(3)(C)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 804(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3)(C), by inserting ", and for which the United States shall have government purpose rights, unless the Government and the contractor negotiate different license rights" after "component)"; and

  178. 10 U.S.C. 3771(b)(4)(A)(ii)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 804(a)

    The bill says: in clause (ii), by striking "; or" and inserting a semicolon;

  179. 10 U.S.C. 3771(b)(4)(A)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 804(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating clause (iii) as clause (iv); and

  180. 10 U.S.C. 3771(b)(4)(A)added (iii)by S. 4784 Sec. 804(a)

    (iii) is a release, disclosure, or use of detailed manufacturing or process data—(I) that is necessary for operation, maintenance, installation, or training and shall be used only for operation, maintenance, installation, or training purposes supporting wartime operations or contingency operations; and(II) for which the head of an agency determines that the original supplier of such data will be unable to satisfy military readiness or operational requirements for such operations; or

    The bill says: by inserting after clause (ii) the following new clause:

  181. 10 U.S.C. 3252(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 812(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by inserting "officials, general counsels," after "procurement";

  182. 10 U.S.C. 3252(b)(2)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 812(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2)(B), by striking "measures are not reasonably available to reduce" and inserting "measures have been taken and are not reasonably expected to reduce";

  183. 10 U.S.C. 3252(b)(3)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 812(1)

    The bill says: by inserting ", including the nature of the supply chain risk," after "risk assessment"; and

  184. 10 U.S.C. 3252(b)(3)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 812(1)

    The bill says: by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon; and

  185. 10 U.S.C. 3252(b)(3)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 812(1)

    The bill says: by striking "measures that were considered and why they were not reasonably available to reduce" and inserting "measures that were taken and why they were not reasonably expected to reduce"; and

  186. 10 U.S.C. 3252(b)(3)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 812(1)

    The bill says: by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

  187. 10 U.S.C. 3252(b)(3)added (C)by S. 4784 Sec. 812(1)

    (C) a legal opinion from the Department of Defense Office of General Counsel that the determination required in paragraph (2), as well as the analysis required in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of this paragraph, meets the statutory requirements of this section;

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

  188. 10 U.S.C. 3252(b)added (4)by S. 4784 Sec. 812(1)

    (4) determining and certifying to the appropriate congressional committees that a foreign entity of concern in the supply chain has carried out nefarious, malicious, or concerning actions warranting such exercise of authority; and(5) the Inspector General of the Department of Defense conducts a review and determines that all requirements under this subsection have been met.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:

  189. 10 U.S.C. 3252(c)(2)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 812(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (B) and (C) as subparagraphs (C) and (D), respectively; and

  190. 10 U.S.C. 3252(c)(2)added (B)by S. 4784 Sec. 812(2)

    (B) allow the appropriate parties of a covered procurement action a 30-day window to address the Department’s concerns or take other remedial actions;

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (A) the following new subparagraph:

  191. 10 U.S.C. 3252renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 812(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (d) as subsection (e); and

  192. 10 U.S.C. 3252added (d)by S. 4784 Sec. 812(4)

    (d) Limitations on authority.—(1) Unless a complete and detailed notification has been received by the appropriate congressional committees within 5 days of a determination under this section, the determination shall have no effect for purposes of this section until the notification has been so received.(2) A determination under this section shall not be invoked for contract disputes or as a negotiating tool and shall only be invoked to protect critical defense systems from adversary exploitation by screening out suppliers who pose unacceptable risks of sabotage or malicious subversion in the procurement process.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (c) the following new subsection:

  193. 10 U.S.C. 3706(c)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 822(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "; or" and inserting a semicolon;

  194. 10 U.S.C. 3706(c)(4)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 822(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking the period and inserting "; or"; and

  195. 10 U.S.C. 3706(c)added (5)by S. 4784 Sec. 822(3)

    (5) the cost or pricing data were submitted by the prime contractor or subcontractor after the date of agreement on the price of the contract or, if applicable consistent with subsection (a)(2), such other date agreed upon between the parties.

    The bill says: by adding at the end of the following:

  196. 10 U.S.C. 4022(e)(5)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 832

    The bill says: Section 4022(e)(5)(B) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "to address obsolescence".

  197. 10 U.S.C. 4873(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 844(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(1), by inserting ", copper clad laminate, copper foil, or glass" after "printed circuit board"; and

  198. 10 U.S.C. 4873(c)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 844(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "that—" and inserting "containing copper foil, copper clad laminates, glass, or any other copper-containing inputs that—"; and

  199. 10 U.S.C. 4873(c)added (7)by S. 4784 Sec. 844(a)

    (7) Copper clad laminate.— The term copper clad laminate means a composite material consisting of copper foil bonded to a dielectric substrate used in the manufacture of printed circuit boards.(8) Copper foil.— The term copper foil means thin sheets of copper used as a conductive layer in copper clad laminates or printed circuit boards.(9) Glass.— The term glass means glass fibers used as a dielectric in copper clad laminates or printed circuit boards.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:

  200. 10 U.S.C. 4902changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(1)

    The bill says: by striking "disadvantaged small business" each place it appears and inserting "eligible small business";

  201. 10 U.S.C. 4902(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "Defense contracts and other contracts and subcontracts" and inserting "Defense contracts, subcontracts, agreements, and sub-agreements"; and

  202. 10 U.S.C. 4902(b)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "subcontractors and suppliers" and inserting "awardees, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers";

  203. 10 U.S.C. 4902(d)(1)(B)(iii)(I)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(3)

    The bill says: by striking "Defense contracts" each places it appears and inserting "Defense contracts or agreements"; and

  204. 10 U.S.C. 4902(d)(1)(B)(iii)(I)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(3)

    The bill says: by striking "the subcontracts" and inserting "the subcontracts or sub-agreements";

  205. 10 U.S.C. 4902(e)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(4)

    The bill says: in subsection (e)(1), by striking subparagraph (B) and inserting the following new subparagraph:

  206. 10 U.S.C. 4902(f)(1)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(5)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

  207. 10 U.S.C. 4902(f)(1)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(5)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (C) as subparagraph (D); and

  208. 10 U.S.C. 4902(f)(1)added (C)by S. 4784 Sec. 861(5)

    (C) security compliance matters, such as cybersecurity, export controls, and facility clearances; and

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (B) the following new subparagraph:

  209. 10 U.S.C. 4902(g)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(6)

    The bill says: by striking "Defense contract" each place it appears and inserting "Defense contract or agreement";

  210. 10 U.S.C. 4902(g)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(6)

    The bill says: by striking "unusual circumstances" each place it appears and inserting "mission needs"; and

  211. 10 U.S.C. 4902(g)(2)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(6)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "program participation" and all that follows through the period and inserting "agreement term under the mentor-protege agreement.";

  212. 10 U.S.C. 4902(g)(3)(C)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(6)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3)(C), by striking "concerns has declined" and inserting "concerns has declined in any relevant category of small business concern under the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.)";

  213. 10 U.S.C. 4902(g)(4)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(6)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking "would be a small business concern owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals" and inserting "would qualify as a small business concern";

  214. 10 U.S.C. 4902(k)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(7)

    (7) any assistance obtained by the mentor firm for the protege firm from one or more—(A) business development, business outreach, or assistance centers or networks for small business concerns established pursuant to the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 631 et seq.);(B) entities providing procurement technical assistance pursuant to chapter 388 of this title;(C) historically Black colleges or universities, minority institutions of higher education, or other colleges, universities, or institutions of higher education, including innovation and economic development entities of such colleges, universities, or institutions;(D) entities providing manufacturing assistance pursuant to section 25 of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act (15 U.S.C. 278k(e)) or section 4841 of this title; or(E) entities providing research and development assistance pursuant to section 23 of the Stevenson-Wydler Technology Innovation Act of 1980 (15 U.S.C. 3715) or section 4124(f) of this title.

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (7) and inserting the following new paragraph:

  215. 10 U.S.C. 4902(k)(9)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(7)

    The bill says: in paragraph (9), by striking "Defense contracts" and inserting "Defense contracts and agreements"; and

  216. 10 U.S.C. 4902(n)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(8)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (2) through (9) as paragraphs (3) through (10), respectively;

  217. 10 U.S.C. 4902(n)added (2)by S. 4784 Sec. 861(8)

    (2) Except when referring to a mentor-protege agreement entered into under subsection (e), the term agreement means any cooperative agreement, grant, other transaction, prize, or other agreement related to acquisition or to assistance with research and development, production, or manufacturing.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new paragraph:

  218. 10 U.S.C. 4902(n)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 861(8)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), as redesignated by subparagraph (A), by striking "its primary North American Industry Classification System code" and inserting "the North American Industry Classification System code pertinent to the objectives of the particular mentor-protege agreement".

  219. 10 U.S.C. 4955(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 862(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "$1,500,000" and inserting "$2,000,000";

  220. 10 U.S.C. 4955(a)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 862(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "$750,000" and inserting "$1,000,000"; and

  221. 10 U.S.C. 4955(a)(4)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 862(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking "$1,500,000" and inserting "$2,000,000".

  222. 10 U.S.C. 3702(a)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 873(1)

    The bill says: by striking "(A) An offeror" and inserting "An offeror";

  223. 10 U.S.C. 3702(a)(3)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 873(2)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (B); and

  224. 10 U.S.C. 3702(a)(3)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 873(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating clauses (i) and (ii) as subparagraphs (A) and (B), respectively.

  225. 10 U.S.C. 3671(b)(1)rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 879

    (D) the Secretary has certified to such committees that—(i) entering into the proposed contract provides an accelerated delivery schedule or is the most cost-efficient means of obtaining the vessel, aircraft, or combat vehicle; and(ii) the Secretary has determined that the lease complies with all applicable laws, Office of Management and Budget circulars, and Department of Defense regulations.

    The bill says: Section 3671(b)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by amending subparagraph (D) to read as follows:

  226. 10 U.S.C. 4092(a)added (12)by S. 4784 Sec. 901(b)

    (12) Economic Defense Unit.— The Director of the Economic Defense Unit may carry out a program of personnel management authority provided in subsection (b) in order to facilitate recruitment of eminent experts described in section 149a(e) of this title.

    The bill says: Section 4092(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  227. 10 U.S.C. 149(e)(9)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 902

    The bill says: Section 149(e)(9) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "2028" each place it appears and inserting "2038".

  228. 10 U.S.C. 136changedby S. 4784 Sec. 904(a)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "Readiness" and inserting "Health Affairs"; and

  229. 10 U.S.C. 136changedby S. 4784 Sec. 904(a)

    The bill says: by striking "and Readiness" each place it appears and inserting "and Health Affairs".

  230. 10 U.S.C. 138(b)added (10)by S. 4784 Sec. 904(b)

    (10) One of the Assistant Secretaries is the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment and Readiness, who shall report directly to the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics. The Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment and Readiness shall serve as the principal advisor to the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics and the Secretary of Defense on all matters relating to the sustainment and readiness of the armed forces.

    The bill says: Section 138(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  231. 10 U.S.C. 2851a(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 904(b)

    The bill says: Section 2851a(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Installations, and Environment" and inserting "the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Housing, Personnel Movement, and Travel Policy".

  232. 10 U.S.C. 131(b)(3)added (G)by S. 4784 Sec. 905(a)

    (G) The Under Secretary of Defense for Cyber, Information, and Networks.

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

  233. 10 U.S.C. 131(b)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(a)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (5); and

  234. 10 U.S.C. 131(b)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraphs (6) through (9) as paragraphs (5) through (8), respectively.

  235. 10 U.S.C. 137a(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(1), by striking "six" and inserting "seven"; and

  236. 10 U.S.C. 137a(c)added (7)by S. 4784 Sec. 905(a)

    (7) One of the Deputy Under Secretaries is the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Cyber, Information, and Networks.

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  237. 10 U.S.C. 138(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(1), by striking "20" and inserting "21"; and

  238. 10 U.S.C. 138rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 905(a)

    The bill says: by amending subsection (b)(9) to read as follows:

  239. 10 U.S.C. 392achangedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(b)

    The bill says: by striking the section heading and inserting the following:

  240. 10 U.S.C. 392aremovedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(b)

    The bill says: by striking subsections (a) and (b);

  241. 10 U.S.C. 392arenumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(b)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (a);

  242. 10 U.S.C. 392a(2)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(b)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "military cyberspace operations forces" and inserting "cyberspace operations forces"; and

  243. 10 U.S.C. 392a(2)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(b)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by striking "military cyberspace operations" and inserting "activities of cyberspace operations forces"; and

  244. 10 U.S.C. 392aadded (b)by S. 4784 Sec. 905(b)

    (b) Cyberspace operations forces defined.— In this section, the term cyberspace operations forces has the meaning given that term in section 146 of this title.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  245. 10 U.S.C. 167b(d)(2)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(b)

    The bill says: Section 167b(d)(2)(A) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "section 392a(a)" and inserting "section 146(a)".

  246. 5 U.S.C. 5314addedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(d)

    The bill says: Section 5314 of title 5, United States Code, is amended by inserting after "Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security." the following:

  247. 5 U.S.C. 5315addedby S. 4784 Sec. 905(e)

    The bill says: Section 5315 of title 5, United States Code is amended by inserting after "Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security." the following:

  248. 10 U.S.C. 199(h)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 926(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by inserting "detecting, identifying, monitoring, tracking," after "safely"; and

  249. 10 U.S.C. 199(h)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 926(2)

    The bill says: by inserting "(A)" after "(3)"; and

  250. 10 U.S.C. 199(h)(3)added (B)by S. 4784 Sec. 926(2)

    (B) The term "unmanned aircraft system" includes a control station that enables control of an unmanned aircraft.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

  251. 10 U.S.C. 199(d)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 927(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (7) as paragraph (8); and

  252. 10 U.S.C. 199(d)added (7)by S. 4784 Sec. 927(1)

    (7) Identify interagency initiatives and available funding that are aligned with all applicable responsibilities of the Task Force for low-altitude airspace security aligned with covered facilities or assets (as defined in section 130i of this title) and any other initiatives the Director considers appropriate.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (6) the following new paragraph (7):

  253. 10 U.S.C. 199(f)(2)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 927(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon; and

  254. 10 U.S.C. 199(f)(2)added (C)by S. 4784 Sec. 927(2)

    (C) to appropriately coordinate the funding and integration priorities of the Task Force with the architecture development, capability requirements, and implementation of Golden Dome for America to enhance alignment on the defense of the United States against next-generation aerial attacks, including by small unmanned aircraft from peer, near-peer, and rogue adversaries; and

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subparagraph:

  255. 10 U.S.C. 222a(a)addedby S. 4784 Sec. 1003(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by inserting before "each officer" the following: "and not later than seven days after the date on which any covered document is delivered to any of the congressional defense committees,"; and

  256. 10 U.S.C. 222a(e)added (3)by S. 4784 Sec. 1003(a)

    (3) The term covered document means a document referred to as a "dash one", including the following:(A) Military Personnel Programs (M–1).(B) Operation and Maintenance Programs (O–1).(C) Revolving and Management Fund (RF–1).(D) Procurement Programs (P–1).(E) Procurement Programs Reserve Components (P–1R).(F) Research Development, Test & Evaluation Programs (R–1).(G) Military Construction, Family Housing, and Base Realignment and Closure Program (C–1).(H) Any subsequent or successor document.

    The bill says: in subsection (e), by adding at the end the following:

  257. 10 U.S.C. 2218(f)(3)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1012(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by inserting "(other than an excluded vessel)" after "any used vessel";

  258. 10 U.S.C. 2218(f)(3)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1012(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (B), by inserting "(other than an excluded vessel)" after "a used vessel";

  259. 10 U.S.C. 2218(f)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1012(a)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (C) and inserting the following new subparagraph (C):

  260. 10 U.S.C. 2218(f)(3)(D)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1012(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), by striking "subparagraph (A)" and inserting "this paragraph"; and

  261. 10 U.S.C. 2218(f)(3)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 1012(a)

    The bill says: by striking subparagraph (E) and redesignating subparagraphs (F) and (G) as subparagraphs (E) and (F), respectively; and

  262. 10 U.S.C. 2218(f)added (4)by S. 4784 Sec. 1012(a)

    (4) A vessel purchased under this paragraph is a vessel—(A) purchased using funds in the National Defense Sealift Fund;(B) constructed in a ship yard located in the United States; and(C) the construction of which is managed by a commercial vessel construction manager.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  263. 10 U.S.C. 2218(k)added (6)by S. 4784 Sec. 1012(a)

    (6) The term excluded vessel means a vessel that was—(A) constructed or substantially modified by an entity located in the People’s Republic of China; or(B) constructed by a Chinese military company, as such term is defined in section 1260H(g) of the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (Public Law 116–283; 10 U.S.C. 113 note).

    The bill says: in subsection (k), by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  264. 10 U.S.C. 8062(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1016(a)

    The bill says: Section 8062(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "31" and inserting "33".

  265. 10 U.S.C. 8039changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "Deputy Commander of the Naval Sea Systems Command for the Supervision" and inserting "Supervisors";

  266. 10 U.S.C. 8039(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "The Secretary" and all that follows and inserting "The Supervisors of Shipbuilding, Conversion, and Repair are the onsite shipbuilding, conversion, and repair oversight presence for naval vessels in private shipyards that perform new construction.";

  267. 10 U.S.C. 8039removedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: by striking subsections (b), (f), (g), and (h);

  268. 10 U.S.C. 8039renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (c), (d), and (e), as subsections (b), (c), and (d), respectively;

  269. 10 U.S.C. 8039(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), as so redesignated, by striking "The Deputy Commander" and all that follows and inserting "The Supervisors shall align under and report to the designated Portfolio Acquisition Executive for assigned vessels or Milestone Decision Authority if there is no designated portfolio acquisition executive.";

  270. 10 U.S.C. 8039(c)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "Deputy Commander" and inserting "Supervisors";

  271. 10 U.S.C. 8039(c)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "independent"; and

  272. 10 U.S.C. 8039(c)(4)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking "greater quality and economy" and inserting "on-time performance, quality, and economy"; and

  273. 10 U.S.C. 8039(d)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: by striking "Deputy Commander" and inserting "Supervisors"; and

  274. 10 U.S.C. 8039(d)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: by striking "Program Executives Offices" and inserting "Portfolio Acquisition Executives or Milestone Decision Authority, as applicable";

  275. 10 U.S.C. 8039(d)(1)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (A), by striking "Commander of Naval Sea Systems Command" and inserting "applicable authority"; and

  276. 10 U.S.C. 8039(d)(1)(D)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), by striking "Contract planning and procurement, including participation" and inserting "Participating"; and

  277. 10 U.S.C. 8039(d)(2)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1018(a)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2)(B), by striking "Naval Sea Systems Command" and inserting "applicable authority".

  278. 10 U.S.C. 8679(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1019(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "Except as provided in subsection (b), no vessel to be constructed for any of the armed forces" and inserting "No vessel to be constructed for any of the armed services";

  279. 10 U.S.C. 8679removedby S. 4784 Sec. 1019(a)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (b); and

  280. 10 U.S.C. 8679renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 1019(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (c) as subsection (b).

  281. 10 U.S.C. 8662(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1020(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by inserting "Same name.—" after "(a)"; and

  282. 10 U.S.C. 8662(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1020(2)

    (b) Name change.—(1) In general.— Except as provided in paragraph (2), the Secretary

    The bill says: by striking "(b) The Secretary" and inserting the following:

  283. 10 U.S.C. 8662(b)added (2)by S. 4784 Sec. 1020(2)

    (2) Limitation and notification requirement.—(A) In general.— The Secretary of the Navy may change the name of a vessel after such name has been officially announced by the Secretary only if—(i) the Secretary is holding office by and with the advice and consent of the Senate;(ii) the Secretary determines that a compelling reason exists for the name change; and(iii) not later than 30 days before the date on which the change takes effect, the Secretary submits to the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives a report explaining, in detail, the justification for the change.(B) Exercise of authority; nondelegation.— The authority under subparagraph (A) shall be exercised solely by the Secretary of the Navy and may not be delegated.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  284. 10 U.S.C. 127d(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1035(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "$20,000,000" and inserting "$30,000,000";

  285. 10 U.S.C. 127d(c)(2)(E)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1035(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(2)(E), in the matter preceding clause (i), by inserting "satisfy the requirements of section 130g to" after "shall"; and

  286. 10 U.S.C. 127d(j)(1)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1035(a)

    The bill says: in subsection (j)(1)(A), by inserting "as required by section 130g" before the semicolon.

  287. 10 U.S.C. 2576arenumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 1047(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (g) as subsection (h); and

  288. 10 U.S.C. 2576aadded (g)by S. 4784 Sec. 1047(2)

    (g) Semi-annual monitoring reports.— Not less frequently than once every 180 days, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report setting forth, for the preceding 180-day period, the following:(1) An identification of the type of controlled and non-controlled property transferred by the Secretary under this section and the quantity transferred.(2) An identification of the agency receiving such property.(3) The date of any such transfer.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (f) the following new subsection (g):

  289. 10 U.S.C. 149renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 1051(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (h) as subsection (i);

  290. 10 U.S.C. 149added (h)by S. 4784 Sec. 1051(2)

    (h) Authority for equity investments.—(1) Establishment of account.—(A) In general.— There is established in the Treasury of the United States a Department of Defense Equity Investment Account (in this subsection referred to as the "Equity Investment Account"), to be used to make equity investments under this subsection.(B) Amounts in account.— The Equity Investment Account shall consist of amounts appropriated pursuant to the authorization of appropriations specifically designated for equity investments under this subsection.(2) Authority for equity investments.— The Director may use amounts in the Equity Investment Account to make equity investments in entities for the purpose of carrying out this subsection.(3) Eligible uses.— The Director may exercise the authority under paragraph (2) only with respect to—(A) critical minerals, materials, and chemicals; and(B) batteries.(4) Limitations.—(A) Limitation on per amount investment.— The amount of an equity investment in an entity under paragraph (2) may not exceed the amount that is equal to 40 percent of the total amount of all equity investments made to the entity at the time of the equity investment by the Director under paragraph (2).(B) Limitation on aggregate amount of investments.— The Director may not make equity investments under paragraph (2) in an entity that exceed $500,000,000 in the aggregate.(C) Prohibition on majority ownership by Department.— The Department of Defense may not hold more than 50 percent of the ownership interest in an entity in which the Director makes an equity investment under paragraph (2).(D) Prohibition on voting representation.— The Director shall not take or maintain board seats, directors, or any other form of voting representation in any entity in which the Director makes an equity investment under paragraph (2).(5) Certification.— The Director may make an equity investment in an entity under paragraph (2) only if the Director certifies to the congressional defense committees that—(A) without the investment—(i) sufficient commercial credit is not available to the entity under reasonable terms or conditions to finance the activity the entity plans to carry out using the investment; or(ii) the entity would be unable to expand operations to support the defense industrial base in the time frame necessary to address a shortfall in such operations;(B) the investment is the most cost effective, expedient, and practical alternative available to meet the needs of the Federal Government; and(C) the investment is in the national security interests of the United States.(6) Guidelines and criteria.—(A) In general.— The Director, in coordination with the National Security Capital Forum, shall develop guidelines and criteria for the use of the authority to make equity investments under paragraph (2).(B) Considerations.— The guidelines and criteria required by subparagraph (A) shall require, when determining whether to make an equity investment in an entity under paragraph (2), consideration of whether—(i) the equity investment in the entity would be more likely than not to substantially reduce or overcome the effect of an identified market failure;(ii) the operations of the entity would be terminated or substantially delayed without the equity investment;(iii) the investment supports a use described in paragraph (3);(iv) the investment would be aligned with incentives provided by commercial partners;(v) the investment would have a significant benefit for, or contribute to long-term commercial sustainability of, the defense industrial base;(vi) the investment would not unduly harm or hinder competition within the defense industrial base;(vii) the investment would further the economic security policy of the United States; and(viii) the investment would comply with all applicable laws related to ethics and conflicts of interest.(7) Limit on currency denomination.— An equity investment under paragraph (2) may be denominated in a foreign currency only if the National Security Capital Forum determines the policy goal of the investment cannot be achieved using United States dollars.(8) Disposition of equity investment.—(A) In general.— The Director may dispose of any equity investment made under paragraph (2) only after taking into consideration the national security interests of the United States.(B) Reinvestment.— Any proceeds from the disposition of an equity investment made under paragraph (2)—(i) may not be used for any purpose; and(ii) shall be deposited into the Treasury of the United States.(9) Sunset.— The authorities under this subsection shall terminate on December 31, 2037.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (g) the following new subsection (h):

  291. 10 U.S.C. 149(i)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 1051(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (6); and

  292. 10 U.S.C. 149(i)added (5)by S. 4784 Sec. 1051(3)

    (5) The term equity investment means any direct or indirect purchase, acquisition, or commitment of funds by the Department of Defense in exchange for an ownership interest, convertible interest, warrant, revenue-sharing instrument, or other similar financial instrument in a non-Federal entity.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (4) the following new paragraph (5):

  293. 10 U.S.C. 4817renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 1054(a)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (k) through (m) as subsections (l) through (n), respectively; and

  294. 10 U.S.C. 4817added (k)by S. 4784 Sec. 1054(a)

    (k) Exclusion of authority for equity investments.— The Secretary may not use any authority provided by this section to enter into an equity investment (as defined in section 149). Section 149 provides the sole authority for entering into equity investments under this title.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (j) the following new subsection (k):

  295. 10 U.S.C. 806rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 1069(a)

    The bill says: Subsection (a)(1)(B) of section 806 of title 10, United States Code (article 6 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice), as added by section 561(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (Public Law 119–60; 139 Stat. 881), is amended to read as follows:

  296. 10 U.S.C. 130f(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1071(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "(1)" before "The Secretary";

  297. 10 U.S.C. 130f(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1071(1)

    The bill says: by striking "no later than 48 hours following such operation"; and

  298. 10 U.S.C. 130f(a)added (2)by S. 4784 Sec. 1071(1)

    (2) Not later than 48 hours following a sensitive military operation, the Secretary shall submit a written notification that includes, with respect to such operation, the following information:(A) The date and time of the operation.(B) The legal authority under which the operation was executed.(C) The name and date of the execute order under which the operation was conducted.(D) An identification of the target engagement authority.(E) The specific location of the operation.(F) The target or objective of the operation.(G) The pre-strike assessment with regard to the presence of targeted individuals, civilians, or uncharacterized individuals.(H) A battle damage assessment.(I) Any indication or assessment of civilian casualties or other civilian harm.(J) Any other matters deemed relevant by the Secretary.(3) Not later than 7 days following a sensitive military operation, the Secretary shall submit a written notification that includes, with respect to such operation, the following information:(A) Updates to the elements required under paragraph (1).(B) The strike criteria used by the target engagement authority and a description of how such criteria were satisfied.(C) The rules of engagement for such operation.(D) The operational chain of command for the operation.(E) A detailed description of the intelligence underpinning the operation, including the capabilities and disciplines used such as human, signals, and geospatial.(F) The number and type of platforms and munitions used.(G) A description of each engagement, including the timing of such engagement.(H) A description of the target or objective of the operation, including whether any targeted individuals were armed.(I) The status of any civilian harm allegations and investigations.(J) For capture operations, the detention plan and plan for ultimate disposition of those captured.(K) Any other matters deemed relevant by the Secretary.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:

  299. 10 U.S.C. 130f(d)rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 1071(2)

    The bill says: by amending paragraph (1) to read as follows:

  300. 10 U.S.C. 130f(d)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1071(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (2), by striking "; or" and inserting a semicolon;

  301. 10 U.S.C. 130f(d)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1071(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; or"; and

  302. 10 U.S.C. 130f(d)added (4)by S. 4784 Sec. 1071(2)

    (4) a lethal, capture, or kinetic operation conducted by a foreign partner advised, assisted, or accompanied by the armed forces.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  303. 10 U.S.C. 2208(k)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1076

    The bill says: Section 2208(k)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "$500,000 for procurements by a major range and test facility installation or a science and technology reinvention laboratory and not less than $250,000 for procurements at all other facilities" and inserting "$500,000 for procurements by a major range and test facility installation, a science and technology reinvention laboratory, or any other facility".

  304. 18 U.S.C. 1952(b)(i)(1)addedby S. 4784 Sec. 1083(c)

    The bill says: Section 1952(b)(i)(1) of title 18, United States Code, is amended by inserting after "gambling" the following: "(including conduct prohibited by section 3(a) of the Military Operations Bets Ban Act of 2026)".

  305. 18 U.S.C. 1955(b)(1)(i)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1083(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1)(i), by inserting "section 3(a) of the Military Operations Bets Ban Act of 2026 or" after "is a violation of"; and

  306. 18 U.S.C. 1955(b)(4)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1083(c)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by inserting "conduct prohibited by section 3(a) of the Military Operations Bets Ban Act of 2026," after "gambling includes but is not limited to".

  307. 31 U.S.C. 5362(1)(D)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1083(c)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), by striking "and" at the end;

  308. 31 U.S.C. 5362(1)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 1083(c)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraph (E) as subparagraph (F); and

  309. 31 U.S.C. 5362(1)added (i)by S. 4784 Sec. 1083(c)

    (i) includes conduct prohibited by section 3(a) of the Military Operations Bets Ban Act of 2026, without regard to subparagraph (F) of this paragraph; and

    The bill says: by inserting after subparagraph (D) the following:

  310. 10 U.S.C. 1599f(i)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1103(1)

    The bill says: in the subsection heading, by striking "Three-year"; and

  311. 10 U.S.C. 1599f(i)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1103(2)

    The bill says: by striking "three years" and inserting "two years".

  312. 10 U.S.C. 143(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1105

    The bill says: Section 143(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "(including Direct Support Activities of that Office and the Washington Headquarters Services of the Department of Defense)".

  313. 10 U.S.C. 1597added (f)by S. 4784 Sec. 1110

    (f) Congressional notification of certain changes to civilian workforce.—(1) In general.— Not later than 45 days before approving any change to the civilian workforce of the Department of Defense that will result in a loss of 50 or more full-time civilian employees of the Department at any facility, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees written notification of such proposed change.(2) Elements.— Any notification submitted under paragraph (1) shall include the following:(A) A description of the impact that the proposed change will have on the ability to maintain the missions of the facility.(B) A detailed accounting of the costs of implementing the proposed change.(C) An assessment of the cost of, and time necessary for, restoration of any lost capability to meet future mission needs.

    The bill says: Section 1597 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  314. 10 U.S.C. 332(a)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1202(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a)(2), by inserting "for the purposes specified in subsection (b)(1)(A)" before the period;

  315. 10 U.S.C. 332(b)(1)(A)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 1202(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating clauses (iii) and (iv) as clauses (iv) and (v), respectively; and

  316. 10 U.S.C. 332(b)(1)(A)added (iii)by S. 4784 Sec. 1202(2)

    (iii) enhancing the legal capacity of the ministry or regional organization to undertake and carry out institutional functions and security missions—(I) in accordance with the law of armed conflict; and(II) in a manner that respects human rights and fundamental freedoms, the rule of law, and civilian control of the military;

    The bill says: by inserting after clause (ii) the following new clause (iii):

  317. 10 U.S.C. 332added (d)by S. 4784 Sec. 1202(3)

    (d) Funding.— Funds made available to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency and any other funds made available to the Department of Defense for security cooperation programs and activities of the Department of Defense may be used to carry out activities under subsection (a) or (b).

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new subsection:

  318. 10 U.S.C. 333(a)added (10)by S. 4784 Sec. 1203

    (10) Disaster risk reduction or response operations.(11) Space domain awareness and space operations.(12) Foreign internal defense operations.

    The bill says: Section 333(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraphs:

  319. 10 U.S.C. 352changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1205(1)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "Naval Small Craft Instruction and Technical Training School" and inserting "Special Boat Training Command";

  320. 10 U.S.C. 352(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1205(2)

    The bill says: by striking "Naval Small Craft Instruction and Technical Training School" and inserting "Special Boat Training Command"; and

  321. 10 U.S.C. 352(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1205(2)

    The bill says: by striking "the "School"" and inserting "the "Command"";

  322. 10 U.S.C. 352(c)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1205(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "School" and inserting "Command";

  323. 10 U.S.C. 352(d)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1205(4)

    The bill says: in subsection (d), by striking "School" and inserting "Command";

  324. 10 U.S.C. 352(e)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1205(5)

    The bill says: in subsection (e), by striking "School" each place it appears and inserting "Command"; and

  325. 10 U.S.C. 352(f)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1205(6)

    The bill says: in subsection (f), by striking "School" and inserting "Command".

  326. 10 U.S.C. 342(b)(2)(D)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1208(b)

    The bill says: Section 342(b)(2)(D) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "Africa Center for Strategic Studies" and inserting "James M. Inhofe Center for Africa Security Studies".

  327. 10 U.S.C. 2611(a)(2)(D)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1208(b)

    The bill says: Section 2611(a)(2)(D) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "Africa Center for Strategic Studies" and inserting "James M. Inhofe Center for Africa Security Studies".

  328. 10 U.S.C. 342(b)(1)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1270

    The bill says: Section 342(b)(1)(B) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting "operational simulation and analysis," after "exchange of ideas,".

  329. 38 U.S.C. 8111(d)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1432

    The bill says: Section 8111(d)(3) of title 38, United States Code, is amended by striking "September 30, 2026" and inserting "September 30, 2027".

  330. 10 U.S.C. 2275dchangedby S. 4784 Sec. 1501(1)

    The bill says: in the section heading, by striking "space warfighting and control" and inserting "warfighting in and from space";

  331. 10 U.S.C. 2275d(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1501(2)

    The bill says: by inserting ", hold title to," after "acquire"; and

  332. 10 U.S.C. 2275d(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1501(2)

    The bill says: by striking "space warfighting and control" and inserting "warfighting in and from space"; and

  333. 10 U.S.C. 2275d(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1501(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (b), by striking "space warfighting and control operations" and inserting "warfighting in and from space".

  334. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1502(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "Secretary of a military department" and inserting "Secretary of the Air Force";

  335. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1502(2)

    The bill says: by striking "Secretary of a military department" and inserting "Secretary of the Air Force"; and

  336. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1502(2)

    The bill says: by striking "a military installation under the jurisdiction of the Secretary" and inserting "a Department of the Air Force installation";

  337. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(b)(2)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1502(2)

    The bill says: by striking "Secretary of a military department" and inserting "Secretary of the Air Force"; and

  338. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(b)(2)(A)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1502(2)

    The bill says: by striking "Department of Defense" and inserting "Department of the Air Force"; and

  339. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(b)(2)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1502(2)

    The bill says: by striking "Secretary of a military department" and inserting "Secretary of the Air Force"; and

  340. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(b)(2)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1502(2)

    The bill says: by striking "Department of Defense" and inserting "Department of the Air Force"; and

  341. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(b)(2)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1502(2)

    The bill says: in the second sentence, by striking "Secretary concerned" and inserting "Secretary"; and

  342. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(b)(4)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1502(2)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking "Secretary of each of the military departments" and inserting "Secretary of the Air Force"; and

  343. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(e)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1502(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (e), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "Secretary of a military department" and inserting "Secretary of the Air Force".

  344. 10 U.S.C. 2276a(e)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1503

    The bill says: Section 2276a(e) of title 10, United States Code, is amended, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking "2024, 2025, and 2026" and inserting "2024 through 2031".

  345. 10 U.S.C. 2273arepealedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(a)

    The bill says: Section 2273a of title 10, United States Code, is repealed.

  346. 10 U.S.C. 4092(a)(8)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(b)

    (8) SDA.—The Director of the Space Development AgencyAir Force.—The Secretary of the Air Force may carry out a program of personnel management authority provided in subsection (b) in order to facilitate recruitment of eminent experts in science or engineering for research and development projects and to enhance the administration and management of the Agency. The authority to carry out the program under this paragraph shall terminate on December 31, 2030.

    The bill says: by striking "SDA.—The Director of the Space Development Agency" and inserting "Air Force.—The Secretary of the Air Force"; and

  347. 10 U.S.C. 4092(a)(8)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(b)

    (8) SDA.—The Director of the Space Development Agency may carry out a program of personnel management authority provided in subsection (b) in order to facilitate recruitment of eminent experts in science or engineering for research and development projects and to enhance the administration and management of the Agencythe Space Force. The authority to carry out the program under this paragraph shall terminate on December 31, 2030.

    The bill says: by striking "the Agency" and inserting "the Space Force";

  348. 10 U.S.C. 4092(b)(1)(H)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(b)

    (H) in the case of the Space Development Agencythe Space Force, appoint individuals to a total of not more than 25 positions in the Agency, of which not more than 5 such positions may be positions of administration or management of the Agency;

    The bill says: by striking "the Space Development Agency" and inserting "the Space Force";

  349. 10 U.S.C. 4092(b)(1)(H)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(b)

    (H) in the case of the Space Development Agency, appoint individuals to a total of not more than 2550 positions in the Agency, of which not more than 5 such positions may be positions of administration or management of the Agency;

    The bill says: by striking "25" and inserting "50";

  350. 10 U.S.C. 4092(b)(1)(H)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(b)

    (H) in the case of the Space Development Agency, appoint individuals to a total of not more than 25 positions in the Agencyin the Space Force (in addition to any positions in the Space Force to which appointments are made under subparagraph (A)), of which not more than 5 such positions may be positions of administration or management of the Agency;

    The bill says: by striking "in the Agency" and inserting "in the Space Force (in addition to any positions in the Space Force to which appointments are made under subparagraph (A))"; and

  351. 10 U.S.C. 4092(b)(1)(H)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(b)

    (H) in the case of the Space Development Agency, appoint individuals to a total of not more than 25 positions in the Agency, of which not more than 5 such positions may be positions of administration or management of the Agencyof the Space Force;

    The bill says: by striking "of the Agency" and inserting "of the Space Force"; and

  352. 10 U.S.C. 4092(c)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(b)

    …of Operational Test and Evaluation, the Strategic Capabilities Office, the Defense Innovation Unit, the activities under section 238 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019 (Public Law 115–232), the Space Development Agencythe Space Force, or the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, as applicable.

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(2), by striking "the Space Development Agency" and inserting "the Space Force".

  353. 10 U.S.C. 9016(b)(6)(B)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(c)

    The bill says: by striking clause (iii) and (iv);

  354. 10 U.S.C. 9016(b)(6)(B)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(c)

    The bill says: by redesignating clause (v) and (vi) as clauses (iii) and (iv), respectively;

  355. 10 U.S.C. 9016(b)(6)(B)(iii)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(c)

    The bill says: by striking "Advise and synchronize" and inserting "Oversee and direct";

  356. 10 U.S.C. 9016(b)(6)(B)(iii)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(c)

    The bill says: by inserting "Department of the" before "Air Force"; and

  357. 10 U.S.C. 9016(b)(6)(B)(iii)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(c)

    The bill says: by striking ", including" and all that follows through "Space Force Act"; and

  358. 10 U.S.C. 9016(b)(6)(B)(iv)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1509(c)

    The bill says: in clause (iv), as so redesignated, by striking "Effective as of" and all that follows through "serve" and inserting "Serve".

  359. 10 U.S.C. 2244a(b)added (4)by S. 4784 Sec. 1512

    (4) Exception for below-threshold nuclear missile modifications.— The prohibition in subsection (a) does not apply to a modification of a nuclear missile for which the cost is less than $500,000 in base year 2027 dollars.

    The bill says: Section 2244a(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  360. 10 U.S.C. 499c(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1518(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking, "2024", and inserting, "2027";

  361. 10 U.S.C. 499c(c)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1518(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by adding at the end a new paragraph (6):

  362. 10 U.S.C. 499c(d)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1518(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

  363. 10 U.S.C. 499c(d)(4)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1518(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (4), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

  364. 10 U.S.C. 499c(d)added (5)by S. 4784 Sec. 1518(3)

    (5) the associated military, civilian, and contractor workforces.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

  365. 10 U.S.C. 495repealedby S. 4784 Sec. 1519(a)

    The bill says: Section 495 of title 10, United States Code, is repealed.

  366. 10 U.S.C. 494rewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 1519(b)

    494 Nuclear force reductions.—(a) Annual report on the nuclear weapons stockpile of the United States.— Not later than March 1 of each year, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the nuclear weapons stockpile of the United States that includes the following:(1) An accounting of the weapons in the stockpile as of the end of the fiscal year preceding the submission of the report that includes all weapons in the active and inactive stockpiles, both deployed and non-deployed, and all categories and readiness states of such weapons.(2) The planned force levels for each category of nuclear weapon over the course of the future-years defense program submitted to Congress under section 221 for the fiscal year following the fiscal year in which the report is submitted.(b) Net assessment of nuclear force levels required with respect to certain proposals to reduce the nuclear weapons stockpile of the United States.—(1) In general.— If, during any year beginning after December 31, 2025, the President makes a proposal described in paragraph (2)—(A) the Commander of United States Strategic Command shall conduct a net assessment of the current and proposed nuclear forces of the United States and of other countries that possess nuclear weapons to determine whether the nuclear forces of the United States are anticipated to be capable of meeting the objectives of the United States with respect to nuclear deterrence, extended deterrence, assurance of allies, and defense;(B) the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives the assessment described in subparagraph (A), unchanged, together with the explanatory views of the Secretary, as the Secretary deems appropriate; and(C) the Administrator for Nuclear Security shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives a report describing the current capacities of the United States nuclear weapons infrastructure to respond to a strategic development or technical problem in the United States nuclear weapons stockpile.(2) Proposal described.—(A) In general.— Except as provided in subparagraph (B), a proposal described in this paragraph is a proposal to reduce the number of nuclear weapons in the active or inactive stockpiles of the United States to a level that is lower than the level on December 31, 2025.(B) Exceptions.— A proposal described in this paragraph does not include—(i) reductions that are a direct result of activities associated with routine stockpile stewardship, including stockpile surveillance, logistics, or maintenance; or(ii) nuclear weapons retired or awaiting dismantlement on December 31, 2025.(c) Certification regarding asymmetry in reductions.—(1) In general.— During any year in which the President recommends to reduce the number of nuclear weapons in the active and inactive stockpiles of the United States or recommends a reduction in the nuclear force structure of the Department of Defense by a number that is greater than a de minimis reduction, the President shall certify in writing to the congressional defense committees whether such reductions will cause the number of nuclear weapons in such stockpiles to be fewer than the high-confidence assessment of the intelligence community (as defined in section 3(4) of the National Security Act of 1947 (50 U.S.C. 3003(4))) with respect to the number of nuclear weapons in the active and inactive stockpiles of the Russian Federation or will result in an imbalance in nuclear forces that could undermine continued deterrence of the Russian Federation or the People’s Republic of China, as appropriate.(2) Notification.— If the President certifies under paragraph (1) that the recommended number of nuclear weapons in the active and inactive stockpiles of the United States is fewer than the high-confidence assessment of the intelligence community with respect to the number of nuclear weapons in the active and inactive stockpiles of the Russian Federation, or if a reduction in the nuclear force structure of the Department of Defense would result in an imbalance in nuclear forces that could undermine continued deterrence of the Russian Federation or the People’s Republic of China, the President shall transmit to the congressional defense committees a report by the Commander of the United States Strategic Command, without change, detailing whether the recommended reduction would create a strategic imbalance or degrade deterrence and extended deterrence. The President shall transmit such report by not later than 60 days before the date on which the President carries out any such recommended reductions.(3) Exception.— The notification in paragraph (2) shall not apply to—(A) reductions made to ensure the safety, security, reliability, and credibility of the nuclear weapons stockpile and strategic delivery systems, including activities related to surveillance, assessment, certification, testing, and maintenance of nuclear warheads and strategic delivery systems; or(B) nuclear warheads that are retired or awaiting dismantlement on the date of the certification under paragraph (1).(4) Additional views.— On the date on which the President transmits to the congressional defense committees a report by the Commander of the United States Strategic Command under paragraph (2), the President may transmit to such committees a report by the President with respect to whether the recommended reductions covered by the report of the Commander will impact the deterrence or extended deterrence capabilities of the United States.

    The bill says: Section 494 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

  367. 10 U.S.C. 492a(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1520(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "2013 through 2029" and inserting "through 2033";

  368. 10 U.S.C. 492a(a)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 1520(1)

    (2) Elements.— Each report required under paragraph (1) shall include the following:(A) A detailed description of any plans to—(i) enhance the safety, security, and effectiveness of the nuclear weapons stockpile of the United States;(ii) sustain and modernize the nuclear weapons complex, including improving the safety of facilities and modernizing the infrastructure;(iii) maintain, modernize, and replace delivery systems for nuclear weapons;(iv) sustain, modernize, and replace the nuclear command, control, and communications system;(v) retire, dismantle, or eliminate any nuclear warheads or bombs, nuclear weapons delivery systems, or any platforms which carry such nuclear warheads, bombs, or delivery systems; and(vi) maintain the key capabilities and competencies of military, civilian, and contractor workforce associated with the activities described in clauses (i) through (v).(B) A detailed estimate, including a description of the estimation methodology used, of the budget requirements associated with the activities described under subparagraph (A), over the duration of the Future Years Defense Program and the Future Years Nuclear Security Program following the date of the report, including the applicable and appropriate costs associated with the procurement, personnel, military construction, operation and maintenance, and research, development, test, and evaluation accounts of the Department of Defense. The Secretary may include information and data for a period beyond such period if the Secretary determines that such information and data is accurate and useful in understanding the long-term nuclear modernization plan.(C) A detailed description of the steps taken to implement the plan submitted in the previous report, including difficulties encountered in implementing the plan in the previous report.

    The bill says: by striking paragraphs (2) and (3) inserting the following:

  369. 10 U.S.C. 492a(a)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 1520(1)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph (3);

  370. 10 U.S.C. 492a(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1520(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(1), by striking "10-year period" and inserting "duration of the Future Years Defense Program and the Future Years Nuclear Security Program"; and

  371. 10 U.S.C. 492a(c)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1520(3)

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(1), by striking "paragraphs (2)(F) and (3)" and inserting "paragraph (2)(B)".

  372. 10 U.S.C. 391arewrittenby S. 4784 Sec. 1603

    391a. Annual reporting requirements on support for United States Cyber Command.—(a) Annual reports required.—(1) Not later than March 1, 2027, and annually thereafter, the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Cyber Policy and Principal Cyber Advisor for the Department of Defense shall submit to the congressional defense committees a report on the readiness and efforts of the military departments to provide support for cyber operations.(2) Each report submitted under paragraph (1) shall include an unclassified summary suitable for public release.(b) Consultation and contribution.—(1) In preparing each report required by subsection (a), the Assistant Secretary and Principal Cyber Advisor shall consult with each Secretary of the military departments and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.(2) For each report submitted under subsection (a), the Commander of United States Cyber Command shall act as a contributor to the report, providing data, assessments, and requirements relating to the operational readiness of the Cyber Mission Force and other assigned forces.(c) Elements.— Each report submitted under subsection (a) shall include, for the period covered by the report, the following:(1) A description and assessment of the efforts of each military department to support joint and armed force-specific cyber missions.(2) An assessment of the sufficiency of the support provided by each military department to meet the operational requirements of United States Cyber Command, including with respect to readiness, training, and equipping the Cyber Mission Force teams.(3) A description of any capability or readiness gaps identified by the Commander of United States Cyber Command, and the steps being taken by the Secretaries of the military departments to address them.(4) An assessment of progress made on mitigation plans for identified readiness shortfalls or challenges from previous years.(5) Standardized metrics and definitions for readiness, capability gaps, and mitigation plans, as developed by the Assistant Secretary and Principal Cyber Advisor in consultation with the Commander of United States Cyber Command.(6) As appropriate, the principal cyber advisors from each of the military departments shall also provide amplifying information, data, analysis or recommendations relating to any of the elements in paragraphs (1) through (4) within their purview.(7) Such other matters as the Assistant Secretary and Principal Cyber Advisor determines appropriate.

    The bill says: Section 391a of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows:

  373. 10 U.S.C. 2200(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1628(a)

    The bill says: Section 2200(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "computer and network" and inserting "computer, network, and operational technology".

  374. 10 U.S.C. 2200e(1)(D)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 1628(b)

    The bill says: Section 2200e(1)(D) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting ", including operational technology," after "Any other information technology".

  375. 10 U.S.C. 2864(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2801(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by inserting "emergency management," after "military installation resilience,"; and

  376. 10 U.S.C. 2864(a)(2)(D)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2801(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (D), by striking "; and" and inserting a semicolon;

  377. 10 U.S.C. 2864(a)(2)(E)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2801(1)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (E), by striking the period at the end and inserting "; and"; and

  378. 10 U.S.C. 2864(a)(2)added (F)by S. 4784 Sec. 2801(1)

    (F) risk reduction and mitigation aspects of installation emergency management planning.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

  379. 10 U.S.C. 2864(b)(2)addedby S. 4784 Sec. 2801(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(2), by inserting before the period at the end the following: "and to ensure the resilience of those systems to extreme weather and other hazards";

  380. 10 U.S.C. 2864(c)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2801(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by inserting "energy or water disruptions, human-induced hazards with respect to the environment," after "flooding,";

  381. 10 U.S.C. 2864(c)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2801(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (3), by inserting "or human-induced hazards with respect to the environment" after "extreme weather events";

  382. 10 U.S.C. 2864(c)(5)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2801(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (5), in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "and energy" and inserting "emergency response facilities, and energy or water"; and

  383. 10 U.S.C. 2864(c)(8)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2801(3)

    The bill says: in paragraph (8), by inserting "or other measures" after "any project";

  384. 10 U.S.C. 2864renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 2801(4)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (d) and (e) as subsections (e) and (f), respectively; and

  385. 10 U.S.C. 2864added (d)by S. 4784 Sec. 2801(5)

    (d) Consideration of and consistency with other installation plans and activities.— Each installation master plan under this section shall include consideration of and be consistent with the following:(1) Installation natural resource management plans.(2) Military construction projects for energy resilience, energy security, and energy conservation.(3) Energy and water resilience and energy and water security measures.(4) Installation emergency managements plans.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (c) the following:

  386. 10 U.S.C. 2811(c)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2802(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (c), by inserting ", expansion of the footprint of existing facilities or infrastructure," before "or additions"; and

  387. 10 U.S.C. 2811(e)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2802(2)

    (A) subject to subparagraph (B), increasing the outside envelope of the facility, system, or component beyond its pre-existing external dimensions, except in the case of the addition of exterior stairwells, balconies, or similar features if added for safety purposes or the placement of equipment at ground level such as for heating, ventilation, or air conditioning; or(B) in the case of a facility that is primarily horizontal, such as a parking area or runway, increasing the footprint of such facility by greater than five percent of its original surface area; or

    The bill says: in subsection (e)(1), by striking "functional purpose; or" and inserting “functional purpose, except that any such restoration to a facility, system, or component may not include—

  388. 10 U.S.C. 2814(i)(1)added (D)by S. 4784 Sec. 2804

    (D) To make electrical or infrastructure upgrades on any parcel of land located on Barbers Point, Hawaii, over which the Secretary of Defense has jurisdiction.

    The bill says: Section 2814(i)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following:

  389. 10 U.S.C. 2805(a)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2805(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "laboratory project," after "land acquisition,";

  390. 10 U.S.C. 2805(a)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2805(1)

    The bill says: by striking "cost equal" and inserting “cost—

  391. 10 U.S.C. 2805(a)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2805(1)

    The bill says: by striking the period at the end and inserting "; or"; and

  392. 10 U.S.C. 2805(a)(2)added (B)by S. 4784 Sec. 2805(1)

    (B) for a project commencing during the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027, equal to or less than $15,000,000.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

  393. 10 U.S.C. 2805(a)removedby S. 4784 Sec. 2805(1)

    The bill says: by striking paragraph (3);

  394. 10 U.S.C. 2805changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2805(2)

    (c) Funds available.—(1) The Secretary concerned may spend from appropriations available for operation and maintenance amounts necessary to carry out an unspecified minor military construction project under this section.(2) In carrying out an unspecified minor military construction project under this section for a laboratory, the Secretary concerned may, in addition to amounts under paragraph (1), use—(A) appropriations available to the Secretary concerned for military construction not otherwise authorized by law; or(B) amounts authorized to be made available under section 4123(a) of this title.(3) In carrying out an unspecified minor military construction project under this section for a demolition project, the Secretary concerned may, in addition to amounts under paragraph (1), use amounts authorized pursuant to another law or regulation.

    The bill says: by striking subsections (c) and (d) and inserting the following:

  395. 10 U.S.C. 2805renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 2805(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (e) and (f) as subsections (f) and (g), respectively;

  396. 10 U.S.C. 2805(g)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2805(4)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "$14,000,000" and inserting "$20,000,000"; and

  397. 10 U.S.C. 2805(g)added (2)by S. 4784 Sec. 2805(4)

    (2) Exception for locations in Alaska, Hawaii, and the Indo-Pacific region.— During the five-year period beginning on the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027, paragraph (1) shall not apply to unspecified minor military construction projects in Alaska, Hawaii, or the Indo-Pacific region.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following:

  398. 10 U.S.C. 2805added (h)by S. 4784 Sec. 2805(5)

    (h) Laboratory defined.— In this section, the term laboratory includes—(1) a research, engineering, and development center; and(2) a test and evaluation activity.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following:

  399. 10 U.S.C. 2808a(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2806(1)

    The bill says: by striking "Subject to the requirements of section 2853 of this title, the" and inserting "The"; and

  400. 10 U.S.C. 2808a(a)addedby S. 4784 Sec. 2806(1)

    The bill says: by inserting before the period at the end the following: ", as otherwise authorized by law for such projects, notwithstanding chapters 221 and 223 and section 2851(a) of this title";

  401. 10 U.S.C. 2808aremovedby S. 4784 Sec. 2806(2)

    The bill says: by striking subsection (b); and

  402. 10 U.S.C. 2808arenumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 2806(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsections (c) through (e) as subsections (b) through (d), respectively.

  403. 10 U.S.C. 2857(a)(3)addedby S. 4784 Sec. 2821

    The bill says: Section 2857(a)(3) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting before the period at the end the following: "and does not include a device that is solely a window opening control device".

  404. 10 U.S.C. 2890(e)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2823(1)

    (A) The landlord.(B) The chain of command.(C) The applicable housing management office.(D) The Chief Housing Officer of the Department of Defense.(E) An inspector general.(F) A Member of Congress.

    The bill says: in paragraph (1), by striking "relating to a housing unit." and inserting “relating to a housing unit to any of the following:

  405. 10 U.S.C. 2890(e)(2)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 2823(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subparagraphs (A) and (B) as subparagraphs (B) and (C), respectively;

  406. 10 U.S.C. 2890(e)(2)added (A)by S. 4784 Sec. 2823(2)

    (A) provide notification of that determination to the Secretary of the military department concerned;

    The bill says: by inserting before subparagraph (B), as so redesignated, the following new subparagraph (A):

  407. 10 U.S.C. 2890(e)(2)(C)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2823(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), as so redesignated, by striking "the Inspector General has taken final action" and inserting "the Secretary of the military department concerned has notified the Inspector General that the Secretary has taken final action".

  408. 10 U.S.C. 2890(f)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2826(1)

    The bill says: by striking "A tenant or prospective tenant of a housing unit may not be required to sign" and inserting "A landlord may not request that a tenant, former tenant, or prospective tenant of a housing unit sign"; and

  409. 10 U.S.C. 2890(f)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2826(1)

    The bill says: by inserting "or in connection with the provision of services related to the housing unit" before the period; and

  410. 10 U.S.C. 2890(f)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2826(2)

    (2) The prohibition under paragraph (1) shall apply to all housing units, including accompanied family housing and military unaccompanied housing.(3) In this subsection, the term tenant includes any party (other than a landlord) to a lease for a housing unit.

    The bill says: by striking paragraphs (2) and (3) and inserting the following:

  411. 10 U.S.C. 2894a(d)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2827(1)

    (B) The name of the landlord responsible for the covered dwelling unit, including the ultimate parent company and any entity with direct or indirect ownership or control over such landlord, regardless of the legal structure or intermediary entities used.(C) A description of the nature of the complaint, disaggregated by complaint type.

    The bill says: in subsection (d), by striking subparagraphs (B) and (C) and inserting the following new subparagraphs:

  412. 10 U.S.C. 2894arenumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 2827(2)

    The bill says: by redesignating subsection (f) as subsection (i); and

  413. 10 U.S.C. 2894aadded (f)by S. 4784 Sec. 2827(3)

    (f) Prohibition on filtering and suppression.— The Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of each military department shall develop policies to ensure that complaints filed by tenants under this section cannot be arbitrarily altered, deleted, or suppressed.(g) Protection from retaliation.— The Secretary shall—(1) ensure tenants are protected from retaliation; and(2) develop and implement policies to prevent violations of whistleblower protections under section 1034 of this title.(h) Public notification and awareness of rights.—(1) The Secretary shall ensure that any agreement with a tenant for a covered dwelling unit includes a standardized notice outlining—(A) the right to submit complaints regarding covered dwelling units to the database under this section;(B) how to submit feedback; and(C) anti-retaliation protections.(2) Each military housing office of the Department shall—(A) display signage regarding the database under this section; and(B) provide onboarding education during in-processing at a new duty station for new tenants of covered dwelling units regarding such database.

    The bill says: by inserting after subsection (e) the following new subsections:

  414. 10 U.S.C. 2912(b)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2861(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (b)(1), by inserting "combatant command," after "agency,"; and

  415. 10 U.S.C. 2912(c)(3)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2861(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (c)(3), by inserting "combatant command," after "agency,".

  416. 10 U.S.C. 2680(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2863(1)

    The bill says: by striking "subsection (b)" and inserting "subsection (b)(1)"; and

  417. 10 U.S.C. 2680(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2863(1)

    The bill says: by inserting ", including amounts obligated under eligible performance-based contracts," after "facilities";

  418. 10 U.S.C. 2680(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2863(2)

    The bill says: by striking "In making" and inserting "(1) In making"; and

  419. 10 U.S.C. 2680(b)added (2)by S. 4784 Sec. 2863(2)

    (2) For purposes of the minimum investment required under paragraph (2) of subsection (a), only amounts obligated for execution during the relevant fiscal year, not any planned, projected, or anticipated obligations, may be credited toward such requirement.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  420. 10 U.S.C. 2680(e)renumberedby S. 4784 Sec. 2863(3)

    The bill says: by redesignating paragraph (2) as paragraph (3); and

  421. 10 U.S.C. 2680(e)added (2)by S. 4784 Sec. 2863(3)

    (2) The term eligible performance-based contract means an energy savings performance contract, utility energy savings contract, or other performance-based arrangement under which—(A) the contract or arrangement is fully executed;(B) all private financing associated with such contract or arrangement is secured and obligated; and(C) the Department of Defense is legally committed to payments under the contract or arrangement.

    The bill says: by inserting after paragraph (1) the following new paragraph (2):

  422. 10 U.S.C. 2391(d)(1)(B)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 2871(1)

    The bill says: in paragraph (1)(B), in the matter preceding clause (i), by inserting ", in consultation with the Commandant of the Coast Guard," after "The Secretary"; and

  423. 10 U.S.C. 2391(d)added (5)by S. 4784 Sec. 2871(1)

    (5) In considering grants, agreements, or other funding under paragraph (1)(A) with respect to community infrastructure supportive of a military installation of the Coast Guard, the Secretary of Defense shall consult with the Commandant of the Coast Guard to assess the selection and prioritization of the project concerned.

    The bill says: by adding at the end the following new paragraph:

  424. 10 U.S.C. 2391(e)(1)addedby S. 4784 Sec. 2871(2)

    The bill says: in subsection (e)(1), by adding at the end the following new sentence: "For purposes of subsection (d), the term military installation includes an installation of the Coast Guard under the jurisdiction of the Department of Homeland Security.".

  425. 10 U.S.C. 6227(a)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 3112(1)

    The bill says: in subsection (a), by striking "or asset" and inserting ", asset, or equipment"; and

  426. 10 U.S.C. 6227(e)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 3112(2)

    The bill says: in the matter preceding subparagraph (A), by striking "or asset" each place it appears and inserting ", asset, or equipment"; and

  427. 10 U.S.C. 6227(e)(1)(C)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 3112(2)

    The bill says: in subparagraph (C), by striking "or uses" and inserting, ", uses, or transports".

  428. 10 U.S.C. 6125(a)(1)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 3116

    The bill says: Section 6125(a)(1) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "At the end of the first quarter of each fiscal year," and inserting "Not later than 30 days after the date on which the President submits to Congress the budget of the President for a fiscal year pursuant to section 1105 of title 31, United States Code,".

  429. 10 U.S.C. 6156(b)(2)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 3117

    The bill says: Section 6156(b)(2) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "50 percent of the" and inserting "the full".

  430. 10 U.S.C. 6277(b)changedby S. 4784 Sec. 3119

    The bill says: Section 6277(b) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking "$5,000,000" each place it appears and inserting "$10,000,000 in fiscal year 2026 dollars".

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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as well as the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DOE).

Among other elements, the bill

• authorizes the procurement of various items, including aircraft and ships;

• sets active duty and reserve component personnel strength levels;

• sets policy regarding various aspects of military health care and military compensation;

• sets policy regarding DOD acquisitions and acquisition management, including contracting authorities;

• sets policy for various matters related to DOD interactions with foreign nations, including matters concerning the Middle East, Europe, and the Indo-Pacific;

• sets policy for various matters related to DOD cyber operations, cyber forces, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence;

• requires DOD to review certain materials (including boron carbide, copper foil, and synthetic diamond) to determine actions to maintain access to critical defense industry components and materials, and report to Congress on such matters;

• authorizes DOD's Office of Strategic Capital to make equity investments in non-federal entities with respect to batteries and critical minerals, materials, and chemicals;

• authorizes specified military construction projects and extends the authorization of certain projects from previous fiscal years; and

• authorizes the National Nuclear Security Administration and the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board.

For additional information on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) see

• In Focus IF10516, Defense Primer: Navigating the NDAA, and

• In Focus IF10515, Defense Primer: The NDAA Process.

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Reported to Senate, Jun 15, 2026).

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  1. 2026-07-27Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (CR S4276)Senate
  2. 2026-07-23Motion to proceed to consideration of measure withdrawn in Senate.Senate
  3. 2026-07-23Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (CR S4241-4242)Senate
  4. 2026-07-20Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (CR S4145)Senate
  5. 2026-07-14Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (CR S3919)Senate
  6. 2026-07-14Motion by Senator Thune to reconsider the vote by which cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure was not invoked (Record Vote No. 195) entered in Senate.Senate
  7. 2026-07-14Cloture motion on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 46. Record Vote Number: 195. (CR S3918) Roll call recordSenate
  8. 2026-06-24Cloture motion on the motion to proceed to the measure presented in Senate. (CR S3193)Senate
  9. 2026-06-24Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (CR S3193)Senate
  10. 2026-06-15Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 436.Senate
  11. 2026-06-15Committee on Armed Services. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Wicker. With written report No. 119-127.Senate
  12. 2026-06-15Committee on Armed Services. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Wicker. With written report No. 119-127.Library of Congress

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Jul 14, 2026 · Senate roll call 195 · needed 3/5

On Cloture on the Motion to Proceed: Cloture on the Motion to Proceed Rejected 50–46

R 50 yes, 1 no, 2 present or not votingI 0 yes, 2 noD 0 yes, 43 no, 2 present or not voting

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