Mike D. Rogers
Representative for Alabama · Republican · United States
“(8) An assessment of NATO's deterrence efforts in Romania, including a description and evaluation of-- (A) United States force posture in Romania, including any new rotations to Romania intended to enhance deterrence following the 2025 decision to end the rotational presence of a United States brigade; (B) consultations with NATO allies r…”
“(8) An assessment of NATO's deterrence efforts in Romania, including a description and evaluation of-- (A) United States force posture in Romania, including any new rotations to Romania intended to enhance deterrence following the 2025 decision to end the rotational presence of a United States brigade; (B) consultations with NATO allies r…”
“(a) Requirement for Risk-based Approach.--Section 3843 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows: ``Sec. 3843. Contractor business systems: monitoring and surveillance standards ``(a) Requirement for Risk-based Approach.--The Secretary shall implement an agile, streamlined risk-based approach to surveillance of contra…”
“(a) Requirement for Risk-based Approach.--Section 3843 of title 10, United States Code, is amended to read as follows: ``Sec. 3843. Contractor business systems: monitoring and surveillance standards ``(a) Requirement for Risk-based Approach.--The Secretary shall implement an agile, streamlined risk-based approach to surveillance of contra…”
“(b) Modification of Certain Certifications and Assessments.-- (1) Certifications.--Section 1249(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (Public Law 119-60) is amended-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``The certification described'' and inserting following: ``(1) In general.--Except as prov…”
“(b) Objectives.--The Commander shall ensure that the Cognitive Performance Enhancement Program-- (1) improves readiness, resilience, and recovery, using evidence-based holistic and proactive high-performance brain training that has a validated ability to scale cost- effectively across the special operations forces enterprise; [[Page H4842…”
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“SEC. 1233. MODIFICATION OF CERTIFICATION WITH RESPECT TO OVERSIGHT OF UNITED STATES MILITARY POSTURE IN EUROPE. Section 1249(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (Public Law 119-60) is amended-- (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ``; and''; (2) in paragraph (2), by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon; and (3) by adding at the end the following: ``(3) does not undermine United States or allied deterrence of the Russian Federation; and ``(4) does not reduce the readiness of forces assigned to or stationed in the United States European Command to support global contingencies.''. SEC. 1234. POLAND DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL COOPERATION PROGRAM.”
“(2) Assessments.--Section 1249(c)(A) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (Public Law 119-60) is amended by adding at the end the following new clause: ``(x) with respect to an assessment under this subparagraph relating to a proposed action described in subsection (a)(1) or (a)(3), in cases involving the withdrawal of members of the Armed Forces or Department of Defense equipment from countries in the area of responsibility of the United States European Command, a detailed analysis of the feasibility of repositioning such personnel or equipment to a member of NATO located on NATO's eastern flank, including Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, or Romania, that has demonstrated progress toward meeting the defense investment commitments agreed to in the Hague Summit Declaration of June 25, 2025, and has made substantial investments in infrastructure in support of United States Armed Forces personnel and allied defense objectives, as determined by the Commander of the United States European Command.''.”
“(b) Modification of Certain Certifications and Assessments.-- (1) Certifications.--Section 1249(b) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (Public Law 119-60) is amended-- (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``The certification described'' and inserting following: ``(1) In general.--Except as provided under paragraph (2), the certification described''; (B) by redesignating paragraphs (1) and (2) as subparagraphs (A) and (B), respectively; and (C) by adding at the end following new paragraph: ``(2) Exception.--With respect to a proposed action described in paragraph (1) or (3) of subsection (a), the certification described in paragraph (1) of this subsection shall also include a certification that such action is being undertaken only after submission of the assessment described in subsection (c)(1)(A)(x) which determined it was not feasible to reposition members of the Armed Forces or Department of Defense equipment to a member of NATO located on NATO's eastern flank, including Bulgaria, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, or Romania.''.”
“(a) Extension.--Section 1249 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (Public Law 119-60) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), by inserting ``or fiscal year 2027'' after ``fiscal year 2026''; (2) in subsection (e), by striking ``December 31, 2027'' and inserting ``December 31, 2028.''; and (3) in subsection (f), by striking ``2026'' each place it appears and inserting ``2027''.”
“113 note) is amended-- (1) in the heading, by inserting ``, and arms sales and weapon systems transfers to,'' after ``training in''; and (2) in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by inserting ``and decisions related to arms sales and weapon systems and equipment transfers under section 333 of title 10, United States Code, to such member countries'' after ``countries''. SEC. 1232. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF OVERSIGHT OF UNITED STATES MILITARY POSTURE IN EUROPE.”
“Section 1278 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (22 U.S.C. 8606 note) is amended-- (1) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking paragraph (4); and (B) by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (4); and (2) in subsection (g), by striking ``2028'' and inserting ``2029''. Subtitle D--Matters Relating to Europe SEC. 1231. ARMS SALES AND WEAPONS SYSTEM TRANSFERS TO NATO COUNTRIES. Section 1250 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (10 U.S.C.”
“8606 note) is amended-- (1) in the section heading, by striking ``anti-tunnel'' and inserting ``subterranean''; (2) by striking ``anti-tunnel'' each place it appears and inserting ``subterranean''; (3) in subsection (a)-- (A) in the heading, by striking ``Anti-tunnel'' and inserting ``Subterranean''; and (B) in paragraph (1), strike ``underground tunnels'' and insert ``or destroy subterranean [[Page H4854]] facilities, including tunnels, bunkers, and other underground targets,''; (4) in subsection (b)-- (A) by striking paragraph (4); and (B) by redesignating paragraph (5) as paragraph (4); and (5) in subsection (f), by striking ``2028'' and inserting ``2029''. SEC. 1223. UNITED STATES-ISRAEL COOPERATION TO COUNTER UNMANNED SYSTEMS IN ALL WARFIGHTING DOMAINS.”
“PROHIBITION ON TRANSFERS TO THE BADR ORGANIZATION. None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available to the Secretary of Defense for fiscal year 2027 may be made available to the Badr Organization or any affiliates or successors of the Badr Organization. Subtitle C--Matters Relating to Israel SEC. 1221. EXTENSION OF WAR RESERVE STOCKPILE AUTHORITY FOR ISRAEL. Section 12001(d) of the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2005 (Public Law 108-287; 118 Stat. 1011) is amended by striking ``January 1, 2027'' and inserting ``January 1, 2029''. SEC. 1222. UNITED STATES-ISRAEL SUBTERRANEAN COOPERATION. Section 1279 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (22 U.S.C.”
“(b) Waiver.--The Secretary of Defense may waive the limitation in subsection (a) for a period of not more than 180 days if the Secretary determines that such waiver is in the national security interest of the United States. Any such waiver shall be submitted in writing to the congressional defense committees not later than 15 days after issuance, along with a justification and a description of the steps being taken to achieve the objectives described in subsection (a). (c) Rule of Construction.--Nothing in this section shall apply to funds authorized to be appropriated for the Iraqi security forces that are designated for the Kurdish Peshmerga Forces. (d) Iraqi Security Forces Defined.--In this section, the term ``Iraqi security forces'' means the military and other security forces of or associated with the Government of Iraq. SEC. 1217.”
“3558) may be obligated or expended until the date on which the Secretary of Defense submits to the congressional defense committees a certification that the Government of Iraq has taken credible steps-- (1) to reduce the operational capacity of Iran-aligned militia groups not integrated into the Iraqi security forces through a publicly verifiable disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration process; (2) to strengthen the authority and operational control of the Prime Minister of Iraq as Commander-in-Chief over the Iraqi security forces; and (3) to investigate and hold accountable members of Iran- aligned militia groups or members of the Iraqi security forces operating outside the formal chain of command of the Iraqi security forces who engage in attacks on United States or Iraqi personnel or otherwise act in an illegal or destabilizing manner.”
“``Buck'' McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113- 291; 128 Stat. 3558) is amended-- (1) in subsection (a), in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by striking ``December 31, 2026'' and inserting ``December 31, 2027''; and (2) in subsection (n)(6), by striking ``December 31, 2026'' and inserting ``December 31, 2027''. SEC. 1216. EXTENSION OF LIMITATION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR THE IRAQI SECURITY FORCES. (a) Limitation on Obligation of Funds.--Not more than 25 percent of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2027 for the Iraqi security forces under section 1236 of the Carl Levin and Howard P. ``Buck'' McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (Public Law 113-291; 128 Stat.”
“None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available to the Department of Defense may be obligated or expended to provide direct or indirect assistance or support, including training, equipment, services, or currency, to-- (1) the Taliban; (2) the Government of Afghanistan; (3) any subsidiary, agent, instrumentality, or successor of the Taliban; or (4) an entity or foreign country that solicits or accepts support or assistance from the United States with the intent to forward or transfer that support or assistance to the Taliban or the Government of Afghanistan. SEC. 1215. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO COUNTER THE ISLAMIC STATE OF IRAQ AND SYRIA. Section 1236 of the Carl Levin and Howard P.”
“393) is amended by striking ``beginning on October 1, 2025, and ending on December 31, 2026'' and inserting ``beginning on October 1, 2026, and ending on December 31, 2027''. SEC. 1213. DEADLINE FOR AFGHANISTAN WAR COMMISSION FINAL REPORT. Section 1094(e)(2)(A)(ii)(I) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 (Public Law 117-81; 135 Stat. 1941) is amended by striking ``3 years'' and inserting ``4 years''. SEC. 1214. PROHIBITION ON USE OF FUNDS TO SUPPORT THE TALIBAN.”
“2151 note) is amended by striking ``December 31, 2026'' and inserting ``December 31, 2027''. SEC. 1212. EXTENSION OF AUTHORITY FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF CERTAIN COALITION NATIONS FOR SUPPORT PROVIDED TO UNITED STATES MILITARY OPERATIONS. (a) Extension of Authority.--Section 1233(a) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110-181; 122 Stat. 393) is amended by striking ``beginning on October 1, 2025, and ending on December 31, 2026'' and inserting ``beginning on October 1, 2026, and ending on December 31, 2027''. (b) Extension of Limitation on Amount.--Section 1233(d)(1) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110-181; 122 Stat.”
“(7) The provision of training to the military forces of such foreign countries with respect to-- (A) military trauma care; (B) combat wound infection; and (C) post-traumatic stress disorder and suicide prevention relating to the treatment of military trauma care. (c) Use of Authorities.--In carrying out the joint education and training program on military trauma care and research under subsection (a), the Secretary of Defense may use the authorities under chapter 16 of title 10, United States Code, and other applicable statutory authorities available to the Secretary. Subtitle B--Matters Relating to the Near and Middle East SEC. 1211. EXTENSION OF COUNTER-TERRORISM SUPPORT AUTHORITY. Section 1226(h) of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Public Law 114-92; 22 U.S.C.”
“(3) Collaboration through structured knowledge exchanges on matters relating to health policy, health administration, and medical logistics, including with respect to medical supplies and equipment. (4) The conduct of joint research and development initiatives addressing the health effects of new and emerging weapons and methods of warfare. (5) Capacity-building programs to support the development, sustainment, and modernization of military trauma care systems and programs. (6) Coordination, through the Joint Trauma System of the Defense Health Agency, of trauma care doctrine, data collection, performance improvement, and clinical best practices with the Armed Forces of the United States and the military medical services of the foreign countries participating in the program.”
“(a) Partnerships.--The Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of State, may establish a joint education and training program on military trauma care and research with appropriate personnel of the military forces of one or more foreign countries. (b) Elements.--The Secretary may include in each joint education and training program on military trauma care and research under subsection (a) the following: (1) The sharing of relevant lessons learned in combat casualty care derived from prior conflicts. (2) The conduct of joint conferences, symposia, and professional exchange programs involving military medical professionals from the United States and the foreign countries participating in the program.”
“The review shall include, with respect to such programs, the following information: (1) The extent to which the Department of Defense has defined measurable timelines and goals with targets for such programs. (2) The extent to which program execution has been timely and programs have achieved their stated goals. (3) Challenges affecting the outcomes of such programs. (4) Any other matters the Comptroller General of the United States determines relevant. SEC. 1205. ESTABLISHMENT OF PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS ON MILITARY TRAUMA CARE AND RESEARCH BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND FOREIGN COUNTRIES.”
“``(f) Funding.--Amounts for the operations and maintenance of the Academy, and for the provision of education and training through the Academy, may be paid from funds available for the Air Force for operation and maintenance.''. SEC. 1204. REVIEW OF EXECUTION OF PROGRAMS TO BUILD PARTNER CAPACITY. Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General of the United States shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the House of Representatives and the Senate, the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate a report containing a review of the execution by the Department of Defense of programs conducted pursuant to section 333 of title 10, United States Code.”
“``(d) Supplies and Clothing.--The Secretary of the Air Force may, under such conditions as the Secretary may prescribe, provide to a person receiving education and training under this section the following: ``(1) Transportation incident to such education and training. ``(2) Supplies and equipment to be used during such education and training. ``(3) Billeting, food, and health services in connection with the receipt of such education and training. ``(e) Living Allowance.--The Secretary of the Air Force may pay to a person receiving education and training under this section a living allowance at a rate to be prescribed by the Secretary, taking into account the rates of living allowances authorized for a member of the Armed Forces under similar circumstances.”
“``(b) Purpose.--The purpose of the Academy shall be to provide military education and training to military personnel of countries that are-- ``(1) within the United States Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility; and [[Page H4853]] ``(2) eligible for assistance under chapter 5 of part II of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2347 et seq.). ``(c) Limitations.-- ``(1) Concurrence of secretary of state.--Military personnel of a country may be provided education and training under this section only with the concurrence of the Secretary of State. ``(2) Assistance otherwise prohibited by law.--Education and training may not be provided under this section to the military personnel of any country that is otherwise prohibited from receiving such type of assistance under any other provision of law.”
“Section 333(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: ``(10) Space domain awareness.''. SEC. 1203. ESTABLISHMENT OF INTER-PACIFIC AIR FORCES ACADEMY. Chapter 16 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 352 the following new section: ``Sec. 353. Inter-Pacific Air Forces Academy ``(a) Operation.--The Secretary of the Air Force may operate the Air Force education and training facility known as the Inter-Pacific Air Forces Academy (in this section referred to as the `Academy').”
“None of the funds authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2027 for the Department of Defense may be used to-- (1) carry out a hiring freeze at a public shipyard of the Department; (2) carry out a reduction in force at a public shipyard of the Department; or (3) delay without cause the filling of a vacant Federal civilian employee position at a public shipyard of the Department. TITLE XII--MATTERS RELATING TO FOREIGN NATIONS Subtitle A--Assistance and Training SEC. 1201. MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY FOR SUPPORT OF SPECIAL OPERATIONS FOR IRREGULAR WARFARE. Section 127d(a) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking ``$20,000,000'' and inserting ``$50,000,000''. SEC. 1202. AUTHORITY TO BUILD CAPACITY FOR SPACE DOMAIN AWARENESS.”
“(h) Conversion.--Not later than 6 months after the authority to conduct a demonstration project under this section is terminated under subsection (g), employees in the project shall convert to the civilian personnel system created pursuant to section 9902 of title 5, United States Code. SEC. 1121. PROHIBITION ON CARRYING OUT HIRING FREEZE, REDUCTION IN FORCE, OR HIRING DELAY WITHOUT CAUSE AT PUBLIC SHIPYARDS OF DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE.”
“(3) Schedule.--The first assessment under this subsection shall be completed not later than September 30, 2028. The second and final assessment shall be completed not later than September 30, 2033. The Secretary shall submit to the covered congressional committees a copy of each assessment within 30 days after receiving the assessment. (f) Covered Congressional Committees.--In this section, the term ``covered congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives; (2) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (3) the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives. (g) Termination of Authority.--The authority to conduct a demonstration project under this section shall terminate on December 31, 2032.”
“(D) The steps taken to ensure that such system is fair and transparent for all employees in the project. (E) An explanation of how the project allows the organization to better meet mission needs. (F) An analysis of how the flexibilities in subparagraphs (B) and (C) are used, and what barriers have been encountered that inhibit their use. (G) A description of the processes for-- (i) ensuring ongoing performance feedback and dialogue among supervisors, managers, and employees throughout the performance appraisal period; and (ii) setting timetables for performance appraisals. (H) The project's impact on career progression. (I) The project's appropriateness or inappropriateness in light of the complexities of the workforce affected.”
“(e) Assessments.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Defense shall designate an independent organization to conduct two assessments of this demonstration project described in subsection (a). (2) Requirements.--Each such assessment shall include the following: (A) A description of the workforce included in the project. (B) An explanation of the flexibilities used in the project to appoint individuals to the workforce participating in the demonstration project and whether those appointments are based on competitive procedures and recognized veteran's preferences. (C) An explanation of the flexibilities used in the project to develop a performance appraisal system that recognizes excellence in performance and offers opportunities for improvement.”
“(2) Trades, technical, and leadership career paths that provide advancement opportunities for employees to progress through the bands based on performance and contribution to the mission. (3) Broad classification authority not otherwise subject to current government classification and job grading standards. (4) A performance management system that emphasizes desired mission outcomes and workforce alignment to Department priorities. (5) Pay flexibilities that promote opportunities for greater recruitment and retention of covered depot employees. (d) Effect of Reorganizations.--The applicability of this section to an organization or team shall not terminate as a result of a reorganization, restructuring, realignment, consolidation, or other organizational change.”
“(b) Application.-- (1) Title 5.--Section 4703 of title 5, United States Code, shall apply to the demonstration project under this section, except that-- (A) subsection (d)(1)(A) of such section 4703 shall be applied by substituting ``60,000'' for ``5,000''; and (B) subsection (d)(1)(B) of such section 4703 shall not apply. (2) Prevailing rate employees.--The demonstration project under this section shall only apply to prevailing rate employees. (c) Terms and Conditions.--Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, any demonstration project described in subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) Pay band structures that provide maximum flexibility to attract and retain employees with critical skills, including into apprentice programs.”
“(h) Conversion.--Not later than 6 months after the authority to conduct a demonstration project under this section is terminated under subsection (g), employees in the project shall convert to the civilian personnel system created pursuant to section 9902 of title 5, United States Code. SEC. 1120. DEMONSTRATION PROJECT RELATING TO PAY AND PERSONNEL POLICIES FOR PREVAILING RATE EMPLOYEES AT COVERED DEPOTS. (a) Commencement.--The Secretary of Defense, through the Secretary of the Army, is authorized to carry out a demonstration project, the purpose of which is to determine the feasibility or desirability of one or more proposals for improving the personnel management policies or procedures that apply with respect to the maintenance and sustainment of covered depots (as that term is defined in section 2476 of title 10, United States Code).”
“The second and final assessment shall be completed not later than September 30, 2033. The Secretary shall submit to the covered congressional committees a copy of each assessment within 30 days after receiving the assessment. (f) Covered Congressional Committees.--In this section, the term ``covered congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives; (2) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (3) the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives. (g) Termination of Authority.--The authority to conduct a demonstration project under this section shall terminate on the date that is 3 years after the date of the enactment of this Act.”
“(G) A description of the processes for-- (i) ensuring ongoing performance feedback and dialogue among supervisors, managers, and employees throughout the performance appraisal period; and (ii) setting timetables for performance appraisals. (H) The project's impact on career progression. (I) The project's appropriateness or inappropriateness in light of the complexities of the workforce affected. (J) The adequacy of the training, policy guidelines, and other preparations afforded in connection with using the project. (K) Whether there is a process for ensuring employee involvement in the development and improvement of the project. (L) Five year plan. (3) Schedule.--The first assessment under this subsection shall be completed not later than September 30, 2028.”
“(B) An explanation of the flexibilities used in the project to appoint individuals to the Navy workforce participating in the demonstration project and whether those appointments are based on competitive procedures and recognized veteran's preferences. (C) An explanation of the flexibilities used in the project to develop a performance appraisal system that recognizes excellence in performance and offers opportunities for improvement. (D) The steps taken to ensure that such system is fair and transparent for all employees in the project. (E) An explanation of how the project allows the organization to better meet mission needs. (F) An analysis of how the flexibilities in subparagraphs (B) and (C) are used, and what barriers have been encountered that inhibit their use.”
“(4) A performance management system that emphasizes desired mission outcomes and workforce alignment to Navy priorities. (5) Pay flexibilities that promote opportunities for greater recruitment and retention of shipyard employees. (d) Effect of Reorganizations.--The applicability of this section to an organization or team shall not terminate as a result of a reorganization, restructuring, realignment, consolidation, or other organizational change. (e) Assessments.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Defense shall designate an independent organization to conduct two assessments of this demonstration project described in subsection (a). (2) Requirements.--Each such assessment shall include the following: (A) A description of the workforce included in the project.”
“(2) Prevailing rate employees.--The demonstration project under this section shall only apply to prevailing rate employees. (c) Terms and Conditions.--Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, any demonstration project described in subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) Pay band structures that provide maximum flexibility to attract and retain employees with critical skills, including into apprentice programs. [[Page H4852]] (2) Trades, technical, and leadership career paths that provide advancement opportunities for employees to progress through the bands based on performance and contribution to the mission. (3) Broad classification authority not otherwise subject to current government classification and job grading standards.”
“(a) Commencement.--The Secretary of Defense, through the Secretary of the Navy, is authorized to carry out a demonstration project, the purpose of which is to determine the feasibility or desirability of one or more proposals for improving the personnel management policies or procedures that apply with respect to the maintenance and sustainment of ships, submarines, and their associated systems at shipyards, regional maintenance centers, and trident refit facilities of the Department of the Navy. (b) Application.-- (1) Title 5.--Section 4703 of title 5, United States Code, shall apply to the demonstration project under this section, except that-- (A) subsection (d)(1)(A) of such section 4703 shall be applied by substituting ``60,000'' for ``5,000''; and (B) subsection (d)(1)(B) of such section 4703 shall not apply.”
“(g) Termination of Authority.--The authority to conduct a demonstration project under this section shall terminate on the date that is 3 years after the date of the enactment of this Act. (h) Conversion.--Not later than 6 months after the authority to conduct a demonstration project under this section is terminated under subsection (g), employees in the project shall convert to the civilian personnel system created pursuant to section 9902 of title 5, United States Code. SEC. 1119. DEMONSTRATION PROJECT RELATING TO PAY AND PERSONNEL POLICIES FOR EMPLOYEES AT NAVAL SHIPYARDS, NAVY REGIONAL MAINTENANCE CENTERS, AND NAVY TRIDENT REFIT FACILITIES.”
“(3) Schedule.--The first assessment under this subsection shall be completed not later than September 30, 2028. The second and final assessment shall be completed not later than 2 years after the date the first assessment is completed. The Secretary shall submit to the covered congressional committees a copy of each assessment within 30 days after receiving the assessment. (f) Covered Congressional Committees.--In this section, the term ``covered congressional committees'' means-- (1) the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives; (2) the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; and (3) the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives.”
“(F) An analysis of how the flexibilities in subparagraphs (B) and (C) are used, and what barriers have been encountered that inhibit their use. (G) A description of the processes for-- (i) ensuring ongoing performance feedback and dialogue among supervisors, managers, and employees throughout the performance appraisal period; and (ii) setting timetables for performance appraisals. (H) The project's impact on career progression. (I) The project's appropriateness or inappropriateness in light of the complexities of the workforce affected. (J) The adequacy of the training, policy guidelines, and other preparations afforded in connection with using the project. (K) Whether there is a process for ensuring employee involvement in the development and improvement of the project. (L) Five year plan.”
“(2) Requirements.--Each such assessment shall include the following: (A) A description of the workforce included in the project. (B) An explanation of the flexibilities used in the project to appoint individuals to the Air Force workforce participating in the demonstration project and whether those appointments are based on competitive procedures and recognized veteran's preferences. (C) An explanation of the flexibilities used in the project to develop a performance appraisal system that recognizes excellence in performance and offers opportunities for improvement. (D) The steps taken to ensure that such system is fair and transparent for all employees in the project. (E) An explanation of how the project allows the organization to better meet mission needs.”
“(3) Broad classification authority not otherwise subject to current government classification and job grading standards. (4) A performance management system that emphasizes desired mission outcomes and workforce alignment to Air Force priorities. (5) Pay flexibilities that promote opportunities for greater recruitment and retention of employees at intercontinental ballistic missile facilities. (d) Effect of Reorganizations.--The applicability of this section to an organization or team shall not terminate as a result of a reorganization, restructuring, realignment, consolidation, or other organizational change. (e) Assessments.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Defense shall designate an independent organization to conduct two assessments of this demonstration project described in subsection (a).”
“(b) Application.--Section 4703 of title 5, United States Code, shall apply to the demonstration project under this section, except that-- (1) subsection (d)(1)(A) of such section 4703 shall be applied by substituting ``15,000'' for ``5,000''; and (2) subsection (d)(1)(B) of such section 4703 shall not apply. (c) Terms and Conditions.--Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, any demonstration project described in subsection (a) shall include the following: (1) Pay band structures that provide maximum flexibility to attract and retain employees with critical skills, including into apprentice programs. (2) Trades, technical, and leadership career paths that provide advancement opportunities for employees to progress through the bands based on performance and contribution to the mission.”
“(a) Commencement.--The Secretary of Defense, through the Secretary of the Air Force, is authorized to carry out a demonstration project, the purpose of which is to determine the feasibility or desirability of one or more proposals for improving the personnel management policies or procedures that apply with respect to the maintenance, modernization, and sustainment of ground-based intercontinental ballistic missile systems at operational missile wings, sustainment facilities, and contractor facilities of the Department of the Air Force.”
“None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for fiscal year 2027 for the Department of Defense may be obligated or expended to terminate employees of Military Child Development Programs, employees of the Department of Defense 9 Education Activity, or employees of the Defense Health Agencies or the healthcare workforce within the Department regardless of whether such positions are funded by appropriated or nonappropriated funds, unless the employee was documented as not performing or engaging in misconduct. SEC. 1118. DEMONSTRATION PROJECT RELATING TO PAY AND PERSONNEL POLICIES FOR EMPLOYEES AT GROUND- BASED INTERCONTINENTAL BALLISTIC MISSILE DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE FACILITIES.”
“(4) Positions at depots, shipyards, arsenals, and maintenance facilities. (5) Positions at United States Military Entrance Processing Command. (6) Positions at military medical treatment facilities that perform patient care or are essential to hospital operations. (7) Child and Youth Programs staff. (8) Instructors or facility support staff at Department of Defense schools or child care centers. (9) Installation positions that support fire, life, and safety functions. SEC. 1117. PROHIBITION ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS FOR TERMINATION OF DODEA, CHILDCARE, AND HEALTHCARE WORKERS.”
“None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2027 may be used to implement Executive Order 14251, issued on March 27, 2025, relating to Exclusions from Federal labor management relations programs, or any following policy or guidance. SEC. 1116. HIRING FREEZE EXCEPTIONS. None of the funds authorized to be appropriated by this Act or otherwise made available for the Department of Defense for fiscal year 2027 may be used to implement a hiring freeze on the following categories: (1) Positions essential to immigration enforcement, national security, or public safety. (2) Positions funded by nonappropriated funds in Department of Defense NAF instrumentalities. (3) Civilian Mariner positions.”
“(f) Briefing.--Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall provide a briefing to the congressional defense committees regarding-- (1) actions taken to implement this section; (2) efforts to improve awareness of Family Child Care opportunities among military spouses and families; (3) barriers identified in the establishment of Family Child Care homes; and (4) recommendations for legislative or administrative action to improve military child care capacity. SEC. 1114. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY FOR CORRECTIVE ACTION FOR NONAPPROPRIATED FUND EMPLOYEES IN CASES OF COMPLAINT OF REPRISAL. Section 1587(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended by striking the second sentence. SEC. 1115. LIMITATION ON USE OF FUNDS TO LIMIT COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.”
“(2) Contents.--A service-specific appendix under paragraph (1) may include-- (A) service-specific policies or procedures; (B) installation-level best practices; (C) information regarding unique operational requirements or child care demands within the military department concerned; (D) guidance regarding military housing considerations related to Family Child Care homes; and (E) points of contact and resources specific to the military department concerned.”
“(d) Public Availability.--The Secretary shall make the guide required under subsection (a) publicly available on an internet website of the Department of Defense in a searchable and accessible format for military families. (e) Service-specific Appendices.-- (1) In general.--The Secretary of Defense shall encourage the Secretaries of the military departments to publish and maintain service-specific appendices accompanying the guide required under subsection (a).”
“(c) Required Elements.--The guide required under subsection (a) shall include, at a minimum-- (1) an overview of the process for becoming a certified Family Child Care provider; (2) standardized information regarding training, inspections, background checks, licensing, and certification requirements; (3) guidance regarding available financial assistance, startup support, subsidies, grants, and reimbursement opportunities; (4) information on liability coverage, safety standards, and emergency preparedness requirements; [[Page H4851]] (5) recommendations for reducing administrative barriers to establishing Family Child Care homes; and (6) any additional information the Secretary determines appropriate to support prospective Family Child Care providers.”