House Armed Services Committee Approves FY 2027 National Defense Authorization Act

Why Read: The House Armed Services Committee (HASC) reported H.R. 8800, the FY 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), on June 4. It authorizes $1.15 trillion in discretionary funds for Department of Defense and defense-related activities by other agencies. The bill brings defense spending up to 4.5% of our GDP with a goal to reach topline investment of $1.5 trillion in FY 2027, which includes funds previously allocated through reconciliation. AOC Director of Advocacy & Outreach Ken Miller outlines key EMSO provisions included in the bill. Read the full article on JEDOnline.com.