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

House Bill

H.R. 3838

119th Congress

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

Received in the Senate.

Introduced:Sep 30, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Mike Rogers

R - AL

Cosponsors

1

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Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Summary

The SPEED Act (Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery) serves as the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026. This comprehensive defense legislation authorizes appropriations for military activities, military construction, and Department of Energy defense programs. It is organized into six divisions covering defense authorizations, military construction, DOE national security, funding tables, other matters, and Coast Guard authorization.

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Received in the Senate.

Introduced9/30/2025

StatusReceived in the Senate.

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

The SPEED Act (Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery) serves as the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026. This comprehensive defense legislation authorizes appropriations for military activities, military construction

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The SPEED Act (Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery) serves as the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026. This comprehensive defense legislation authorizes appropriations for military activities, military construction, and Department of Energy defense programs. It is organized into six divisions covering defense authorizations, military construction, DOE national security, funding tables, other matters, and Coast Guard authorization.

Bill Number: 3838
Introduced: 9/30/2025
Status: Received in the Senate.
Policy Area: Armed Forces and National Security

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Title: Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
Bill Number: 3838
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Received in the Senate.
Introduced: 9/30/2025
Summary: The SPEED Act (Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery) serves as the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026. This comprehensive defense legislation authorizes appropriations for military activities, military construction, and Department of Energy defense progr

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The SPEED Act (Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery) serves as the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026. This comprehensive defense legislation authorizes appropriations for military activities, military construction, and Department of Energy defense programs. It is organized into six divisions covering defense authorizations, military construction, DOE national security, funding tables, other matters, and Coast Guard authorization.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2026 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities, military construction, and the national security programs of the Department of Energy and the Maritime Administration. It also authorizes appropriations for the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board and the Naval Petroleum Reserves, and modifies the defense acquisition system to expedite delivery of capabilities to the Armed Forces.Among other elements, the bill<ul><li>authorizes the acquisition or modification of various military items (e.g., aircraft) and sets policy for certain procurement programs;</li><li>authorizes research, development, test, and evaluation and sets policy for such activities;</li><li>sets active component and reserve component end-strength levels;</li><li>sets policy regarding various aspects of military health care and military compensation;</li><li>sets policy regarding acquisitions and acquisition management, including contracting authorities and small businesses;</li><li>sets policy for various matters related to DOD interactions with foreign nations, including matters concerning Israel;</li><li>sets policy for various matters related to DOD cyber activities, cyber workforce and training, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence matters; and</li><li>authorizes the activities of the National Nuclear Security Administration, defense environmental cleanup, nuclear energy, and other defense activities.</li></ul>For additional information on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) see<ul><li><a href="https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/IF10516">CRS In Focus IF10516, Defense Primer: Navigating the NDAA</a>, and</li><li><a href="https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/IF10515">CRS In Focus IF10515, Defense Primer: The NDAA Process</a>.</li></ul>

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Authorizes FY2026 appropriations for Department of Defense, military construction, and DOE defense activities
Includes multiyear procurement authority for UH-60 Blackhawks, Columbia-class submarines, and Virginia-class components
Addresses Air Force requirements including modifications to KC-46, A-10, and B-1 bomber aircraft inventory minimums
Contains contract authority for Ford-class aircraft carriers and guided missile destroyers
Establishes research and development funding for quantum communications, drone development, and advanced technology

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This legislation affects the entire U.S. military, defense contractors, and millions of service members by authorizing FY2026 defense spending. It impacts Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard procurement programs. Defense industry companies benefit from multiyear procurement authorities. Military families and personnel are affected by force structure decisions and readiness investments.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

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Alabama

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3838, 119th Congress (2025). "Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-3838

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