Congressman Hamadeh Advances Peace Through Strength Agenda with Vote on FY26 NDAA

WASHINGTON D.C. - On Wednesday, Congressman Abraham Hamadeh joined his fellow Republicans in passing the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), on a bipartisan vote of 231-196. Congressman Hamadeh is proud of his vote in favor of this historic legislation that includes key support for our service members.

Congressman Hamadeh successfully led the charge for Arizona's military communities, installations, and defense industrial base-delivering bipartisan wins for Arizona.

"I am proud of the work we have done on the FY26 National Defense Authorization Act to support military families through a pay raise, restore America's fighting forces, and secure our border," stated Congressman Hamadeh.

"Through a bipartisan collaborative process, we have crafted legislation that streamlines the procurement process; including the execution and delivery of military equipment, while providing over $20 billion in savings," stated Congressman Hamadeh.

"I am grateful to my colleagues for their bipartisan support of Arizona's military installations and innovators," stated Congressman Hamadeh. "This legislation will get our service members what they need, when they need it while supporting America's manufacturers and workers."

Congressman Hamadeh's NDAA highlights:

Defending Luke Air Force Base's One-Star General Leadership

Requires the Secretary of the Air Force to produce a report on operational impacts, workforce demands, and costs prior to downgrading the leadership of a major base-such as what Luke now faces.

Reliable Air Conditioning for Luke Air Force Base

Requiring the Secretary of the Air Force to present a plan to address constant breakdowns, sweltering conditions, and cost-inefficient HVAC systems at Luke AFB.

Cutting Onerous Machine Gun Transfer Regulations on Industry

Ends red tape requiring "babysitting" of machine guns by license holders during fitment and testing resulting in a substantial savings for AZ-8 and national defense industry. Co-led with Rep. Don Davis (D-NC).

Investment in the Sharpest Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance Satellite Imagery

AZ-8 will produce the most exquisite gyroscopes to accelerate our ability to track threats and support space domain dominance, and also requires a briefing from the Secretary of the Air Force.

Suicide Prevention Oversight for Servicemembers

Requires the Secretary of Defense to report on suicide prevention resources enacted under The Brandon Act-named after AZ-8 servicemember Brandon Caserta, who was a victim of suicide. Co-led with Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ).

Collaborative Combat Aircraft Propulsion Development

This investment fast-tracks customizing existing jet engine production in Phoenix for use in autonomous aircraft.

Increased Investment in Dump Trucks for Arizona Army National Guard

Congressman Hamadeh backed a boost in acquisition of dump trucks for the Army National Guard, including Arizona, that improves safety and reliability for disaster response and recovery.

Recognition of Arizona State University-Led Irregular Warfare Consortium

This commends the DoD's Irregular Warfare Center, led by Arizona State University, and requires a briefing by the Secretary of Defense on long-term strategy for the Irregular Warfare Center's inter-agency training and seminars.

Saving Mesa's Apache Helicopter Factory Jobs

Mesa's remanufactured Apache line was on track to shut down, but Congressman Hamadeh secured an order for three additional conversions of AH-64D to AH-64E models. Coordinated with Reps. Biggs (R-AZ) and Stanton (D-AZ).