National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

Bill Number: H.R. 8800
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: Armed Forces and National Security
Status: Passed House
Latest Action: 2026-07-22: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Last Updated: 2026-08-25T21:36:10Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose of the Legislation

This Act authorizes appropriations and sets policies for fiscal year 2027 for the Department of Defense (DoD), military construction, Department of Energy national security programs, and related activities. It also includes Division E, titled the SAVE America Act, which establishes new requirements for voter registration and identification in federal elections.

Key Provisions Outlined

Division A (DoD Authorizations): Authorizes procurement, research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E), operation and maintenance (O&M), military personnel strengths, and policy changes across titles on procurement, RDT&E, O&M, personnel policy, health care, acquisition, and other matters.
Division B (Military Construction): Authorizes military construction projects, land acquisition, and family housing for the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Defense-wide agencies.
Division C (Energy National Security Programs): Authorizes funding for National Nuclear Security Administration, defense environmental cleanup, and other defense-related energy activities.
Division D (Funding Tables): Provides detailed authorization tables for procurement, RDT&E, O&M, personnel, and other accounts.
Division E (SAVE America Act): Requires documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration, photo identification for casting ballots in federal elections, and related enforcement and reporting mechanisms.

Significant Changes to Existing Law Introduced

Modifies voter registration processes under the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to mandate proof of citizenship and photo ID.
Updates various DoD policies, including personnel, acquisition, cybersecurity, and military construction authorities.
Extends or modifies existing programs such as counter-terrorism support, missile defense, and industrial base initiatives.
Introduces new requirements for data recovery, AI governance, and supply chain risk management in defense activities.

Potential Impacts on Government Agencies, Citizens, or International Relations

Government Agencies: Increases administrative requirements for DoD components, election officials, and agencies involved in procurement and cybersecurity; may affect funding allocation and program implementation across military departments and the Department of Energy.
Citizens: Establishes new documentation requirements for voter registration and voting in federal elections; affects military personnel policies, benefits, and training.
International Relations: Supports defense alliances (e.g., NATO, AUKUS, Indo-Pacific partnerships) through authorizations for training, equipment transfers, and cooperation programs; includes provisions on export controls and countering foreign influence.

Main Stakeholders Affected by This Legislation

DoD and military departments (Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Marine Corps).
Department of Energy and National Nuclear Security Administration.
State and local election officials.
Members of the Armed Forces and their families.
Defense contractors and industrial base entities.
Voters and U.S. citizens seeking to register or vote in federal elections.
Foreign allies and partners involved in defense cooperation.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

Legal: Amends voter registration and election laws with new proof-of-citizenship and ID mandates; creates enforcement mechanisms and potential civil/criminal penalties for noncompliance.
Constitutional: Addresses federal authority over elections and defense matters; provisions on data rights, privacy, and free exercise of religion in military contexts.
Political: Focuses on election integrity reforms alongside defense funding and policy updates; includes reporting and oversight requirements that may affect interagency coordination and congressional review.

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Sponsor

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

Cosponsors (1)

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

Recent Actions

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

Bill Versions

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 — issued 2026-07-22 — PDF (2586 pages)
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 — issued 2026-05-13 — PDF (2 pages)
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 — issued 2026-06-15 — PDF (1614 pages)