The bill would set 2027 defense policy and spending limits for the military and nuclear security programs. It would shape troop levels, weapons buys, military housing, base projects, cyber rules, artificial intelligence policy, and aid to allies.
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 is a Senate bill stalled. The latest recorded action: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (CR S4276).
Latest action on S. 4784: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure made in Senate. (CR S4276)
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people who serve in the military, their families, defense agencies, defense contractors, and communities tied to military bases or nuclear sites. It could change pay, housing, health care, child care, construction projects, contract rules, and long-term defense work.
Why this matters: This bill matters because it would shape how the U.S. military prepares, buys equipment, supports families, and handles nuclear security in 2027. It could affect military readiness, local jobs, service member quality of life, defense technology, and U.S. support for allies. Many effects would depend on later spending bills and agency follow-through.
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Officially: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
The bill would set 2027 defense policy and spending limits for the military and nuclear security programs. It would shape troop levels, weapons buys, military housing, base projects, cyber rules, artificial intelligence policy, and aid to allies.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend S4784. Modern Action explains National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 in plain English, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Latest: Motion 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. (7/14/2026)
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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