Posted 12/14/2023, 12:40:00 AM
Senate Overwhelmingly Passes $886B Defense Bill Funding Troop Pay Raise, Military Programs
- Senate passes $886 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by a vote of 87-13
- Bill funds Pentagon programs, gives troops a 5.2% pay raise, bolsters deterrence against China and support for Ukraine
- Faced little resistance besides from Sen. Hawley over lack of compensation for radiation exposure victims
- House may see opposition from some Republicans upset over dropped amendments on abortion, gender-affirming care
- Includes 1-year extension of controversial warrantless surveillance program Section 702 of FISA