Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

Key Provisions

• Authorizes about $725 billion for military activities and defense programs for the government's budget year 2026.
• Increases military pay and improves housing conditions and child care access for service members and their families.
• Expands TRICARE health coverage for fertility treatments, contraception, and midwife services for eligible beneficiaries.
• Requires radon testing in military housing owned or controlled by the federal government.
• Prohibits the Department of Defense from using funds for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs or endorsing critical race theory in military training.
• Requires automatic registration for Selective Service for all male citizens and residents between ages 18 and 26.