National Transportation Safety Board 'vehemently opposes' NDAA provision

The House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a $900 billion defense policy bill, with a vote of 312-112, sending it to the Senate for further consideration. This legislation includes provisions for troop pay raises and reforms in weapons procurement processes, reflecting a commitment to military funding and support.

The House of Representatives has passed the National Defense Authorization Act, which authorizes $901 billion in Pentagon spending, following the collapse of a Republican revolt against the bill. This legislation is now set to be reviewed by the Senate for final approval.

The House of Representatives approved the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) on Wednesday, sending the substantial defense bill to the Senate for consideration. The final vote was 312-112, with Speaker Mike Johnson rallying support after an earlier setback in the rule vote. This legislation authorizes significant funding for military programs, including troop pay raises and reforms to procurement processes.

The latest version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has been released, allowing the Pentagon an extended timeframe to utilize firefighting foam that contains per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as 'forever chemicals.' This decision comes amid ongoing concerns regarding the environmental and health impacts of these substances.