H.R. 8800: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
Quick Facts:
Bill Sponsor: Rep. Mike Rogers (R-AL-3)
Congress: 119
Date Introduced: May 13, 2026
Last Action: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1398 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8800 and H.R. 8595 under a structured rule, and H.R. 8884 and H. Res. 1383 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of general debate on each measure and one motion to recommit on H.R. 8800, H.R. 8595, and H.R. 8884. (June 30, 2026)
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
This bill is primarily focused on setting a budget for the military. However, section 1705 of the bill specifically extends the H-2B visa exemption for workers in Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands by pushing the expiration date from December 31, 2029, to December 31, 2035.
Rep. Adam Smith (D-WA-9) (May 13, 2026)