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Pentagon Bill Advances with Mixed Measures

Updated 2026-06-05 20:00 UTC 1 source Neutral

The House Armed Services Committee passed a $1.15 trillion defense policy bill, including pay raises for service members and reforms to support U.S. allies. The legislation also included measures that could face opposition from some lawmakers.

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The Hill
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The Hill
The House Armed Services Committee at midnight on Friday advanced a historically large defense policy bill that would authorize some $1.15 trillion for the Pentagon, giving service members a pay bump and supporting U.S. allies and acquisition reforms. The legislation also included measures that requ
2026-06-05 19:44 UTC
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