WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passed the House of Representatives.

The FY26 NDAA improves military readiness and strengthens American industry by cutting red tape, fixing outdated systems, and supporting defense innovation. The FY26 NDAA also includes a 3.8% pay raise for all servicemembers and authorizes $1.5 billion in new construction of barracks, dormitories, housing, and child development centers.

“The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is a commitment to our nation’s security and a steadfast investment in the courageous men and women in our armed forces. After a year-long effort, we have delivered a robust bill that ensures that our troops are manned, trained, and equipped with the best to carry out our nation’s mission and return home safely. It provides a $3.8% pay raise to all servicemembers, and it cuts down on red tape to make certain that our men and women in uniform have the resources they need to keep our country safe,” said Congressman Donald Norcross. “This bipartisan legislation strengthens our industrial base, supports our allies, and streamlines procurement and decision-making. As ranking member of the Tactical Air and Land Subcommittee, I was honored to work with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to strengthen our national defense, invest in our industrial base, and deliver for South Jersey.”

Fiscal Year 2026 NDAA Priorities Secured by Rep. Norcross: 

• Over $618 million for CH-47 helicopters, which will be manufactured by South Jersey workers.
• Nearly $2.5 billion for the KC-46 refueler aircraft, which flies out of Joint Base McGuire-Dix Lakehurst.
• Required an Army study to on the consequences of ammunition research and development away from Picatinny Arsenal in Wharton, New Jersey.
• Required the Secretary of Defense to submit regular reports when they are housing undocumented immigrants on military bases, including if migrants are held at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.
• $9.9 million investment to enhance Army command and control for unmanned systems and their defense which will be developed by South Jersey workers.

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