Slash the Pentagon Act
The Slash the Pentagon Act sets a strict spending limit for the U.S. national defense budget in fiscal year 2027, capping total appropriations at $750 billion. This legislation directly affects the Department of Defense by restricting the total amount of money available for military operations and equipment. However, it includes specific exceptions that prevent the reduction of funds designated for military personnel and the Defense Health Program. By establishing this financial ceiling, the bill aims to control overall defense expenditures while ensuring continued support for service members and their healthcare.
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Jun 2026
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Introduced Jun 16, 2026
Last action Jun 16, 2026
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Jun 16, 2026
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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Jun 16, 2026
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Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Edward J. Markey
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