Key Elements of the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act

The 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) was signed, authorizing approximately $900 billion in spending for the fiscal year. The legislation covers a wide range of topics, including lifting sanctions on Syria, approving funding to help Ukraine, and reforming defense acquisition. One significant change makes multi-year procurement the default for the Department of Defense on certain systems to provide more stability for industry. Experts also assess the act's support for Navy shipbuilding efforts and other military policy directives.