New Defense Bills

Updates and extends the Defense Production Act of 1950 for national defense.

Authorizes funding for NASA for fiscal year 2026 and sets policy for its programs.

Requires the FBI to notify Congress of changes to terrorist watchlists.

Improves oversight and transparency for DHS security grant programs.

Requires the Secretary of State to designate Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism.

Authorizes funding and sets policies for U.S. intelligence agencies for 2026.

Requires security features on exported computer chips to prevent misuse.

Creates a national plan to coordinate and advance biotechnology in the U.S.

Increases prison time for crimes like kidnapping if a foreign government is involved.

Creates a program in the Department of Justice to counter Chinese spying and theft.