As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, Congressman Bradley Byrne will sit on the House conference committee for the 2018 National Authorization Act (NDAA).

The NDAA is the apparatus that outlines the budget and expenditures of the United States Department of Defense. Passed annually since 1961, the NDAA is a critical piece of legislation that provides the military with the resources they need to adequately protect against foreign aggression.

In a statement from Rep. Byrne, he said “Given the ever-increasing range of threats facing our nation, it is vital our military has the resources and tools necessary to defend our country and deter aggression around the globe. The conference committee must ensure adequate funding for the men and women who serve in our armed forces and work to grow the size and capabilities of the U.S. Navy.”

Two separate bills were signed by the House and Senate earlier this year. Based on parliamentary rules, a conference must be held amongst the separate bodies to decide on a single version of the bill. Rep. Byrne will sit on the House’s conference, helping negotiate with the Senate team.