Defense Community Infrastructure Program Tribal Eligibility Act of 2026

House Bill

H.R. 7710

119th Congress

Defense Community Infrastructure Program Tribal Eligibility Act of 2026

In Committee

Introduced:Feb 25, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Emily Randall

D - WA

Cosponsors

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Summary

This bill would allow federally recognized Indian tribes to participate in the Defense Community Infrastructure Program, which helps communities near military bases upgrade roads, schools, and other essential infrastructure. Currently, only state and local governments can access this program, but this legislation would recognize tribal governments as equal partners in supporting communities that host military installations.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Introduced2/25/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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Defense Community Infrastructure Program Tribal Eligibility Act of 2026

This bill would allow federally recognized Indian tribes to participate in the Defense Community Infrastructure Program, which helps communities near military bases upgrade roads, schools, and other essential infrastructure. Currently, only state and local gov

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This bill would allow federally recognized Indian tribes to participate in the Defense Community Infrastructure Program, which helps communities near military bases upgrade roads, schools, and other essential infrastructure. Currently, only state and local governments can access this program, but this legislation would recognize tribal governments as equal partners in supporting communities that host military installations.

Bill Number: 7710
Introduced: 2/25/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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Title: Defense Community Infrastructure Program Tribal Eligibility Act of 2026
Bill Number: 7710
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Introduced: 2/25/2026
Summary: This bill would allow federally recognized Indian tribes to participate in the Defense Community Infrastructure Program, which helps communities near military bases upgrade roads, schools, and other essential infrastructure. Currently, only state and local governments can access this program, but th

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would allow federally recognized Indian tribes to participate in the Defense Community Infrastructure Program, which helps communities near military bases upgrade roads, schools, and other essential infrastructure. Currently, only state and local governments can access this program, but this legislation would recognize tribal governments as equal partners in supporting communities that host military installations.

Last updated: 2/26/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Opens federal infrastructure funding to tribal nations located near military bases, treating them equally with state and local governments
Addresses infrastructure gaps in tribal communities that neighbor defense installations and support military readiness
Could help tribal governments improve roads, water systems, schools, and other critical infrastructure near military facilities
Recognizes the unique relationship between some tribal nations and nearby military bases, where tribal lands and defense installations share borders or regional resources

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would directly benefit tribal communities located near military installations across the United States, giving them access to infrastructure funding previously unavailable to them. Native American communities often face significant infrastructure challenges, and this legislation could help address those gaps while also supporting military readiness. The change would affect how the Department of Defense coordinates with surrounding communities, ensuring tribal governments have an equal seat at the table in defense infrastructure planning.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7710, 119th Congress (2026). "Defense Community Infrastructure Program Tribal Eligibility Act of 2026". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7710

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