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BillHR 8556 · 119

Homegrown Defense Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 28, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 28, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a program to support the development and production of defense technology in the United States, focusing on domestic innovation. Requires the Department of Defense to prioritize investments in homegrown defense capabilities.

Sponsored By

Raul Ruiz
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 28, 2026
  3. Apr 28, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the US defense industry, particularly domestic companies and research institutions working on defense technology, by potentially increasing funding and investment opportunities. It may also impact the Department of Defense's procurement and development processes.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeArmed Services Committee
IntroducedApr 28, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 28, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Subjects
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.