- Chair:
- Rep. Mike Rogers [R-AL3]
- Ranking Member:
- Rep. Adam Smith [D-WA9]
- Republicans:
- 31
- Democrats:
- 28
The chair is always selected from the majority party and the ranking member is the most senior member of the minority party. The majority party ensures it has a majority on every committee.
Members
WI-8
CT-2
AZ-3
CA-17
NJ-1
Members are listed in order of their rank on the committee and its subcommittees. Committee membership information is from the unitedstates project on github.
Bills
There are 445 bills referred to this committee. Below find the top 100:
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H.R. 1753: To ensure that certain members of the Armed Forces who served in female cultural support teams receive proper credit for such service.
Sponsor: Rep. Darrell Issa [R-CA48]
Status: Ordered Reported -
H.R. 2670: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024
Sponsor: Rep. Mike Rogers [R-AL3]
Status: Enacted — Signed by the President -
H.R. 3722: Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act
Sponsor: Rep. Zachary (Zach) Nunn [R-IA3]
Status: Ordered Reported -
H.R. 3933: TAP Promotion Act
Sponsor: Rep. Derrick Van Orden [R-WI3]
Status: Ordered Reported -
H.R. 2809: EHR Program RESET Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Mark Takano [D-CA39]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 1282: Major Richard Star Act
Sponsor: Rep. Gus Bilirakis [R-FL12]
Status: Ordered Reported -
H.R. 8038: 21st Century Peace through Strength Act
Sponsor: Rep. Michael McCaul [R-TX10]
Status: Passed House (Senate next) -
H.R. 2973: MARITIME Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Cathy Anne McMorris Rodgers [R-WA5]
Status: Enacted Via Other Measures -
H.R. 1809: Block the Use of Transatlantic Technology in Iranian Made Drones Act
Sponsor: Rep. William R. Keating [D-MA9]
Status: Ordered Reported -
H.R. 5613: Sanctions Lists Harmonization Act
Sponsor: Rep. Michael Waltz [R-FL6]
Status: Ordered Reported -
H.R. 4377: To amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 with respect to extensions, additions, and revisions to the Barry M. Goldwater Range in Arizona.
Sponsor: Rep. Raúl Grijalva [D-AZ7]
Status: Enacted Via Other Measures -
H.R. 5917: Strengthening Tools to Counter the Use of Human Shields Act
Sponsor: Rep. Mike Gallagher [R-WI8]
Status: Passed House (Senate next) -
H.R. 4552: Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Nancy Mace [R-SC1]
Status: Ordered Reported -
H.R. 4619: AUKUS Submarine Transfer Authorization Act
Sponsor: Rep. Bill Huizenga [R-MI4]
Status: Ordered Reported -
H.R. 3565: Spectrum Auction Reauthorization Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Cathy Anne McMorris Rodgers [R-WA5]
Status: Ordered Reported -
H.R. 4569: Veteran Service Recognition Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Mark Takano [D-CA39]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5913: Consolidating Veteran Employment Services for Improved Performance Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Derrick Van Orden [R-WI3]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3651: Love Lives On Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Dean Phillips [D-MN3]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6070: To amend the Military Lands Withdrawal Act of 1999 to clarify the authority of Department of Defense to conduct certain military activities at the Nevada test and training range, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. Mark Amodei [R-NV2]
Status: Enacted Via Other Measures -
H.R. 7732: ETS Act
Sponsor: Rep. Derrick Van Orden [R-WI3]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3396: Fire Department Repayment Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Josh Harder [D-CA9]
Status: Ordered Reported -
H.Res. 848: Encouraging the connecting of members of the Armed Forces in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield.
Sponsor: Rep. Derrick Van Orden [R-WI3]
Status: Agreed To (Simple Resolution) -
H.R. 4549: Building Chips in America Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Jennifer Kiggans [R-VA2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 8070: To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2025 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal
Sponsor: Rep. Mike Rogers [R-AL3]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 1227: CADETS Act
Sponsor: Rep. Jack Bergman [R-MI1]
Status: Enacted Via Other Measures -
H.R. 6262: Government Surveillance Reform Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Warren Davidson [R-OH8]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 1413: Expanding America’s National Cemetery Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Lisa McClain [R-MI9]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7323: To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to disapprove courses of education offered by a public institution of higher learning that does not charge the in-State tuition rate to a veteran using certain
Sponsor: Rep. Derrick Van Orden [R-WI3]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 2756: Taiwan Cybersecurity Resiliency Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Mike Gallagher [R-WI8]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3428: United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Michael Lawler [R-NY17]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5904: Helping Heroes Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez [D-WA3]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5883: Honoring Civil Servants Killed in the Line of Duty Act
Sponsor: Rep. Gerald Connolly [D-VA11]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 303: Retired Pay Restoration Act
Sponsor: Rep. Gus Bilirakis [R-FL12]
Status: Introduced -
H.J.Res. 76: Redesignating the Robert E. Lee Memorial in Arlington National Cemetery as the “Arlington House National Historic Site”.
Sponsor: Rep. Donald Beyer [D-VA8]
Status: Introduced -
H.J.Res. 52: Authorization for Use of Military Force Resolution of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Gregory Meeks [D-NY5]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7596: Servicewomen and Veterans Menopause Research Act
Sponsor: Rep. Chrissy Houlahan [D-PA6]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 1777: United States-Israel Future of Warfare Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Joe Wilson [R-SC2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6736: Military Personnel Confirmation Restoration Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Don Bacon [R-NE2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6425: To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a working group to develop and coordinate an artificial intelligence initiative among the Five Eyes countries, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. Mike Gallagher [R-WI8]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6143: American Security Drone Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Mike Gallagher [R-WI8]
Status: Enacted Via Other Measures -
H.R. 854: Captain James C. Edge Gold Star Spouse Equity Act
Sponsor: Rep. Michael Waltz [R-FL6]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5071: Space Force Legacy Guardian Recognition Act
Sponsor: Rep. Don Bacon [R-NE2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3373: Sailor Standard of Care Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Jennifer Kiggans [R-VA2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 2922: Baltic Security Initiative Act
Sponsor: Rep. Don Bacon [R-NE2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7977: To amend title 10, United States Code, to reduce the minimum number of participating students required to establish or maintain a unit of the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.
Sponsor: Rep. Michael Waltz [R-FL6]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6920: Improving SCRA Benefit Utilization Act
Sponsor: Rep. Matthew “Matt” Cartwright [D-PA8]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7866: United States-Israel Anti-Tunnel Cooperation Enhancement Act
Sponsor: Rep. Joe Wilson [R-SC2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3974: Securing Our Airspace from Reconnaissance Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. David Joyce [R-OH14]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3168: To establish a Joint Autonomy Office in the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. Robert Wittman [R-VA1]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6537: REWARD Experience Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Marilyn Strickland [D-WA10]
Status: Introduced -
H.Res. 1054: Recognizing the roles and contributions of military animals and their valiant human handlers for bravery in both war and peace, and acknowledging the importance of creating a process for honoring their valor and meritorious achievements.
Sponsor: Rep. Julia Brownley [D-CA26]
Status: Introduced -
H.Res. 563: Recognizing Vice Admiral Sean Buck for his 44 years of exemplary service to his country and his home State of Indiana.
Sponsor: Rep. James Baird [R-IN4]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5931: Countering Chinese Threats to U.S. National Security in Africa Act
Sponsor: Rep. John W. Rose [R-TN6]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5610: Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services Act
Sponsor: Rep. Mark Takano [D-CA39]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5738: Abbey Gate Gold Star Families Dignified Transport Act
Sponsor: Rep. Michael Waltz [R-FL6]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7953: To amend title 10, United States Code, to allow members of the Selected Reserve and National Guard holding employment within the federal government the choice between military and civilian healthcare plans, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. Jennifer Kiggans [R-VA2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7843: Guam EPA Cooperation Act
Sponsor: Rep. James (Jim) Moylan [R-GU]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 4952: To amend title 10, United States Code, to establish the Office of Strategic Capital in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. Robert Wittman [R-VA1]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7767: To amend the Uniform Code of Military Justice to expand the definition of aiding the enemy to include the provision of military education, military training, and tactical advice.
Sponsor: Rep. Morgan Luttrell [R-TX8]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5442: Drone Reform Act
Sponsor: Rep. Barbara Lee [D-CA12]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7401: Contract Our Veterans Act of 2024
Sponsor: Rep. Michael Waltz [R-FL6]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3684: Douglas Mike Day Psychedelic Therapy to Save Lives Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Dan Crenshaw [R-TX2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5150: To direct the Secretary of Defense to submit to Congress a report evaluating beneficiary access to TRICARE network pharmacies.
Sponsor: Rep. Joe Neguse [D-CO2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3628: Supporting Disabled National Guardsmen Act
Sponsor: Rep. Stephanie Bice [R-OK5]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 4915: The Project Spectrum Authorization Act
Sponsor: Rep. David Joyce [R-OH14]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3165: Military Housing Transparency and Accountability Act
Sponsor: Rep. Glenn Thompson [R-PA15]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 986: COLLABORATE Act
Sponsor: Rep. Chris Pappas [D-NH1]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 2482: To require the Secretary of Defense to conduct a study on the accessibility of mental health care providers and services for members of the Armed Forces serving on active duty, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. Vern Buchanan [R-FL16]
Status: Introduced -
H.Res. 1158: Recognizing the anniversary of the establishment of the United States Naval Construction Force, known as the “Seabees”, and the tremendous sacrifices and contributions by the Seabees who have fought and served on behalf of our country.
Sponsor: Rep. Mike Ezell [R-MS4]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6250: Prevent Hamas Supporters in the U.S. Government Act
Sponsor: Rep. Marcus Molinaro [R-NY19]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7060: Military Spouse Job Continuity Act
Sponsor: Rep. Matthew “Matt” Cartwright [D-PA8]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 129: To require the Secretary of Defense to ensure drop boxes are maintained on military installations for the deposit of unused prescription drugs, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. Vern Buchanan [R-FL16]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3720: HUBS for Veterans Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Joe Neguse [D-CO2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3489: Restore Veterans’ Compensation Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Ruben Gallego [D-AZ3]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 3192: PFAS Registry Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Chris Pappas [D-NH1]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 2441: Servicemembers and Veterans Empowerment and Support Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Chellie Pingree [D-ME1]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6150: To amend the National Security Act of 1947 to include school security as an element of the National Security Strategy, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. John James [R-MI10]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6694: 7 October Hamas Attack Evaluation and Intelligence Sharing Act
Sponsor: Rep. Jason Crow [D-CO6]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6625: Chinese Spy Balloon Assessment Act
Sponsor: Rep. Russell Fry [R-SC7]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6247: To modify the scope of the Office of the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction.
Sponsor: Rep. Cory Mills [R-FL7]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 8025: To amend title 10, United States Code, to clarify roles and responsibilities within the Department of Defense relating to subconcussive and concussive brain injuries and to improve brain health initiatives of the Department of Defense, and for
Sponsor: Rep. Ro Khanna [D-CA17]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7966: Protecting our Service Members and their Families from Predatory Financial Practices Act
Sponsor: Rep. Mikie Sherrill [D-NJ11]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6106: BAD APPS Act
Sponsor: Rep. Mikie Sherrill [D-NJ11]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6470: Restore Honor to Service Members Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Mark Pocan [D-WI2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7305: IIR on AHI Act
Sponsor: Rep. Brad Wenstrup [R-OH2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5152: To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a program to ensure, under certain conditions, that members of the Armed Forces are automatically enrolled in benefits and services under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affair
Sponsor: Rep. Joe Neguse [D-CO2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5262: DoD PFAS Cleanup Transparency Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Elissa Slotkin [D-MI7]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5249: Coast Guard Academy Safe-to-Report Parity Act
Sponsor: Rep. Joe Courtney [D-CT2]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7098: Servicemember Apprenticeship Act
Sponsor: Rep. Mikie Sherrill [D-NJ11]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7097: College Opportunities for Servicemembers Act
Sponsor: Rep. Mikie Sherrill [D-NJ11]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 7087: Maintaining our Obligation to Moms who Serve Act
Sponsor: Rep. Chrissy Houlahan [D-PA6]
Status: Introduced -
H.Con.Res. 16: Recognizing the victims of the Port Chicago explosion of July 17, 1944, the 79th anniversary of the greatest homeland loss of life of World War II, and exonerating the 50 African-American sailors unjustly court-martialed by the Navy.
Sponsor: Rep. Mark DeSaulnier [D-CA10]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6946: To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a compensation fund for military firefighters exposed to PFAS.
Sponsor: Rep. Marilyn Strickland [D-WA10]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5100: Military FAMILY Dependents Act
Sponsor: Rep. Jason Crow [D-CO6]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 5122: Disaster Mitigation through Military Service Act
Sponsor: Rep. Katie Porter [D-CA47]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 1764: Military Food Security Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. Jimmy Panetta [D-CA19]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 4401: Restoring Earned Veterans Benefits Act
Sponsor: Rep. Vern Buchanan [R-FL16]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 1434: Stop Our Sexual Assault in the Military Act
Sponsor: Rep. Anna Paulina Luna [R-FL13]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 1218: Expediting Israeli Aerial Refueling Act of 2023
Sponsor: Rep. August Pfluger [R-TX11]
Status: Introduced -
H.R. 6056: More Child Care and Jobs for Military Families Act
Sponsor: Rep. Susie Lee [D-NV3]
Status: Enacted Via Other Measures
Reports
Subcommittees
Press Statements
Committee press statements from ProPublica Represent:
“Smith Statement on Afghanistan Troop Drawdown”
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Nov 17, 2020
“Thornberry on Troop Withdrawals”
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Nov 17, 2020
“HASC Schedule: November 16 – 20”
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Nov 12, 2020
“Smith Warns Gutting Pentagon During Transition Could be Devastating for National Security”
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Nov 10, 2020
“Smith Condemns Dismissal of Secretary of Defense Esper Ahead of Presidential Transition”
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Nov 9, 2020
“Thornberry on Secretary Esper”
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Nov 9, 2020
“Thornberry on NNSA Leadership”
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Nov 6, 2020
“Smith Condemns Executive Order Establishing Schedule F Appointments”
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Oct 23, 2020
“Top National Security Democrats to Esper: Commit to Current U.S. Troop Levels on Korean Peninsula”
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Oct 9, 2020
“Smith Statement on the Military Leadership Quarantine for COVID”
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Oct 6, 2020
“Thornberry on Updated Navy Shipbuilding Plan”
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Oct 6, 2020
“Thornberry on China Task Force Report”
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Sep 30, 2020
“Future of Defense Task Force Releases Final Report”
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Sep 29, 2020
“Future of Defense Task Force Releases Final Report”
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Sep 29, 2020
“TOMORROW: Future of Defense Task Force Unveils Final Report at the Brookings Institution”
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Sep 24, 2020
“HASC Schedule: September 28 – October 2”
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Sep 24, 2020
“MEDIA ALERT: Task Force Co-Chairs To Discuss Completed Report And Its Findings”
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Sep 24, 2020
“Smith Statement on Defense Department Misuse of CARES Act COVID Relief Funds”
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Sep 22, 2020
“Thornberry on DOD Spectrum Sharing”
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Sep 20, 2020
“Thornberry Portrait to Hang in HASC Hearing Room”
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Sep 17, 2020