Joyce Votes to Support Service Members with House Passage of FY27 National Defense Authorization Act

Resources / National Security Share on Joyce Votes to Support Service Members with House Passage of FY27 National Defense Authorization Act Jul 22, 2026 National Security Press WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14) voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27). This legislation, which passed the House, takes significant steps to revitalize our defense industrial base while improving the quality of life of our service members and military families. “Foreign adversaries are working around the clock to undermine our national security and that of our allies. A robust, resilient defense industrial base isn’t optional. It’s the foundation of deterrence,” said Congressman Joyce. “This bill ensures our military members are equipped with the tools they need to defend our nation, while also significantly improving the quality of life for them and their families. I am proud to support our service members with this bill, which includes multiple priorities I championed.” This year’s NDAA includes two of Joyce’s priorities as amendments: An amendment directing the Secretary of the Air Force, in coordination with the Commander of the U.S. Transportation Command, to produce a strategy and report for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program, including storage, mobility, maintenance, cost, and deployment requirements, to ensure the service can field CCA at scale in contested environments. An amendment requiring the Department of Defense to carry out a two-year pilot program to insert suicide prevention resources onto smart devices issued to members of the Armed Forces and to provide training on these resources. In addition to Joyce’s amendments, the FY27 NDAA: Expands U.S. production capacity, unleashes private sector investment, opens the door to new and innovative companies, reduces needless regulations, and creates thousands of skilled jobs for Americans. Raises all service members’ pay between 5% and 7% and improves housing, education, and access to childcare for military families. Rebuilds depleted stockpiles by providing the authorities and resources required to expedite the production and acquisition of munitions and key warfighting capabilities. Strengthens nuclear deterrence, expands missile defense, and targets resources and authorities to counter adversaries like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Builds on progress made in FY26 to streamline the Pentagon’s operations and cut nearly $30 billion in wasteful programs. ### Share on