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S. 1071 · 119th Congress · enacted

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

Became Public Law No: 119-60.

Latest official action 2025-12-18 · Enacted

The bill, briefly

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2026 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities, military construction, and the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DOE). The bill also sets forth policies and authorities for the Department of State, the Coast Guard, and the Intelligence Community (IC). Among other elements, the bill authorizes the procurement of various items, including aircraft, ships, and missiles; sets active duty and reserve component personnel strength levels; sets policy regarding various aspects of military health care and military compensation; sets policy regarding DOD acquisitions and acquisition management, including contracting authorities and domestic sourcing; sets policy for various matters related to DOD interactions with foreign nations, including matters concerning Israel, Ukraine, and the Indo-Pacific; sets policy for various matters related to DOD cyber operations, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence; authorizes specified military construction projects and extends the authorization of certain projects from previous fiscal years; authorizes the National Nuclear Security Administration, Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, Naval Petroleum Reserves, and Maritime Administration; sets policy regarding the organization and workforce of the State …

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Congressional Research Service · 2025-12-10

Who reported lobbying on this bill?

Amount spent specifically on this bill: not disclosed

The reports below name this bill and disclose an organization’s overall lobbying expenses or a firm’s client income for the period. They can cover many bills and issues. These amounts are not payments to the bill or its politicians.

GPS INNOVATION ALLIANCE

Registrant: GPS INNOVATION ALLIANCE · 2026 3rd Quarter (July 1 - Sep 30)

$60,000

Total organization expenses, all reported topics

Transportation

GPS jamming/spoofing GPS Modernization, including L5 signal GPS in Transportation systems - aviation, trains/rail, automotive/connected vehicles, drones Complementary Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) satellite systems Title 22, Chapter I, Subchapter M: International Traffic in Arms Regulations re: Controlled Reception Pattern Antennas, Docket DOS-2024-0035, RIN-1400-AE73 GPS and PNT issues related to the implementation of S.1071 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 GPS and PNT issues related to H.R. 8800 and S.4784 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 FY27 Appropriations Requests - suggested funding for GPS and PNT programs FY27 President's Budget Request - GPS and PNT provisions GPSIA comments to FCC Public Notice GN Docket No. 26-74, WT Docket No. 22-323, WT Docket No. 24-629, "Unleashing American Drone Dominance" GPSIA comments on FCC 3rd NPRM, GN Docket No. 13-111, "Promoting Technological Solutions to Combat Contraband Wireless Device Use in Correctional Facilities" FCC ICFS File No. SAT-MOD-20251206-00374 Call Sign: S2358, Application for Modification of Space Station License of Ligado Networks GPS/transportation impacts from…

Lobbyists named: LISA DYER

Congress inferred from reporting year; verify the bill reference in the source.

Aerospace

GPS jamming/spoofing GPS Modernization, including L5 signal GPS in Transportation systems - aviation, trains/rail, automotive/connected vehicles, drones Complementary Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) satellite systems Title 22, Chapter I, Subchapter M: International Traffic in Arms Regulations re: Controlled Reception Pattern Antennas, Docket DOS-2024-0035, RIN-1400-AE73 GPS and PNT issues related to the implementation of S.1071 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 GPS and PNT issues related to H.R. 8800 and S.4784 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 FY27 Appropriations Requests - suggested funding for GPS and PNT programs FY27 President's Budget Request - GPS and PNT provisions GPSIA comments to FCC Public Notice GN Docket No. 26-74, WT Docket No. 22-323, WT Docket No. 24-629, "Unleashing American Drone Dominance" GPSIA comments on FCC 3rd NPRM, GN Docket No. 13-111, "Promoting Technological Solutions to Combat Contraband Wireless Device Use in Correctional Facilities" FCC ICFS File No. SAT-MOD-20251206-00374 Call Sign: S2358, Application for Modification of Space Station License of Ligado Networks GPS/Aerospace impacts from FCC …

Lobbyists named: LISA DYER

Congress inferred from reporting year; verify the bill reference in the source.

Telecommunications

GPS jamming/spoofing - Communications Act of 1934, FCC Regulations, and U.S.C. prohibiting jamming and spoofing GPS III/IIIF satellites GPS III satellite launches GPS Modernization, including ground station upgrades and L5 signal Complementary Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems GPS in Transportation systems - aviation, trains/rail, automotive/connected vehicles, drones FCC Docket No. 13-111 Promoting Technological Solutions to Combat Contraband Wireless Devices in Correctional Facilities FCC Notice of Inquiry Docket No. 25-110 Promoting the Development of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Technologies and Solutions FCC WT Docket No. 24-240, RM-11989 Wireless Telecommunications Bureau and Office of Engineering and Technology Seek Comment on NextNav Petition for Rulemaking FCC ICFS File No. SAT-MOD-20251206-00374 Call Sign: S2358, Application for Modification of Space Station License of Ligado Networks Executive Order, Ensuring American Space Superiority GPSIA comments to FCC Public Notice GN Docket No. 26-74, WT Docket No. 22-323, WT Docket No. 24-629, "Unleashing American Drone Dominance" As they relate to the NOI on PNT, GPS and PNT issues related to the implement…

Lobbyists named: LISA DYER

Congress inferred from reporting year; verify the bill reference in the source.

Aviation/Airlines/Airports

GPS jamming/spoofing and threats to GPS satellites GPS Modernization, Ground station upgrades, including L5 monitoring Complementary Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) satellite systems, and their performance compared to terrestrial systems GPS and PNT language related to the implementation of S.1071 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 S.1706 A bill to require aircraft operating in Class B airspace in the national airspace system to install and operate ADS-B In and ADS-B Out equipment, and for other purposes. S.1985 Safe Operations of Shared Airspace Act of 2025 Title 22, Chapter I, Subchapter M: International Traffic in Arms Regulations re: Controlled Reception Pattern Antennas, Docket DOS-2024-0035, RIN-1400-AE73 FCC WT Docket No. 25-110, Notice of Inquiry "Promoting Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Technologies and Solutions" FCC GN Docket No. 13-111 Promoting Technological Solutions to Combat Contraband Wireless Devices in Correctional Facilities FCC WT Docket No. 24-240, RM-11989 Wireless Telecommunications Bureau and Office of Engineering and Technology Seek Comment on NextNav Petition for Rulemaking FCC Public Notice GN Docket No. 26-74, WT Do…

Lobbyists named: LISA DYER

Congress inferred from reporting year; verify the bill reference in the source.

Defense

GPS jamming/spoofing and other threats to GPS satellites GPS Modernization, including Ground station upgrades and L5 Complementary Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems Implementation of GPS and PNT provisions in S.1071 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 S.1706 A bill to require aircraft operating in Class B airspace in the national airspace system to install and operate ADS-B In and ADS-B Out equipment, and for other purposes. S.1985 Safe Operations of Shared Airspace Act of 2025 Defense use of Civil GPS signals FCC Docket No. 13-111 Promoting Technological Solutions to Combat Contraband Wireless Devices in Correctional Facilities FCC Notice of Inquiry Docket No. 25-110 Promoting the Development of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Technologies and Solutions FCC WT Docket No. 24-240, RM-11989 Wireless Telecommunications Bureau and Office of Engineering and Technology Seek Comment on NextNav Petition for Rulemaking FCC ICFS File No. SAT-MOD-20251206-00374 Call Sign: S2358, Application for Modification of Space Station License of Ligado Networks GPSIA comments to FCC Public Notice GN Docket No. 26-74, WT Docket No. 22-323, WT Docket No. 24-629, "…

Lobbyists named: LISA DYER

Congress inferred from reporting year; verify the bill reference in the source.

Budget/Appropriations

GPS jamming/spoofing and threats to GPS satellites FCC enforcement resources for illegal marketing, sales, operations of jammers and spoofers GPS Modernization, including Ground station upgrades and L5 civil signal Complementary Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems Implementation of GPS and PNT provisions in S.1071 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 S.1706 A bill to require aircraft operating in Class B airspace in the national airspace system to install and operate ADS-B In and ADS-B Out equipment, and for other purposes. S.1985 Safe Operations of Shared Airspace Act of 2025 Defense uses of civil GPS signals GPS used to enhance aviation and maritime safety GPS and PNT issues related to H.R. 8800 and S.4784 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 FY27 Appropriations Requests - suggested funding for GPS and PNT programs FY27 President's Budget Request - GPS and PNT provisions

Lobbyists named: LISA DYER

Congress inferred from reporting year; verify the bill reference in the source.

Homeland Security

GPS and critical infrastructure, including in transportation systems aviation, trains/rail, automotive/connected vehicles, drones FCC enforcement resources for illegal sales, marketing, operations of jammers and spoofers GPS, Mobile Satellite Service L-band, 911, and other emergency services GPS and public safety GPS jamming/spoofing and threats to GPS satellites Complementary Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) satellite systems, and their performance compared to terrestrial systems Notice of Inquiry Promoting the Development of Position, Navigation, and Timing Technologies and Solutions, WT Docket No. 25-110 FCC 13-311 Promoting Technological Solutions to Combat Contraband Wireless Devices in Correctional Facilities FCC WT Docket No. 24-240, RM-11989 Wireless Telecommunications Bureau and Office of Engineering and Technology Seek Comment on NextNav Petition for Rulemaking FCC ICFS File No. SAT-MOD-20251206-00374 Call Sign: S2358, Application for Modification of Space Station License of Ligado Networks GPS and PNT language related to the implementation of S.1071 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 S.1706 A bill to require aircraft operating in Class B a…

Lobbyists named: LISA DYER

Congress inferred from reporting year; verify the bill reference in the source.

Agriculture

Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (H.R. 7567) GPS III/IIIF satellites GPS III satellite launches GPS Modernization, including Ground station upgrades and L5 Complementary Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) satellite systems and their performance compared to terrestrial systems Implementation of GPS and PNT provisions in S.1071 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 GPS and PNT issues related to H.R. 8800 and S.4784 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 FY27 Appropriations Requests - suggested funding for GPS and PNT programs FY27 President's Budget Request - GPS and PNT provisions Precision agriculture uses of GPS: H.R.3212 - Linking Access to Spur Technology for Agriculture Connectivity in Rural Environments Act (LAST ACRE) Act of 2025 H.R.1618 - Precision Agriculture Satellite Connectivity Act S.1618 - Precision Agriculture Loan Act of 2025 S. 1616 - Producing Responsible Energy and Conservation Incentives and Solutions for the Environment Act (PRECISE) Act of 2025 FCC WT Docket No. 25-110, Notice of Inquiry "Promoting Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Technologies and Solutions" FCC GN Docket No. 13-111 Promoting Techno…

Lobbyists named: LISA DYER

Congress inferred from reporting year; verify the bill reference in the source.

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Politicians behind the bill

Sponsors and cosponsors from the official source, limited to members currently in office. Campaign amounts are cycle-wide and are not payments for this bill.

Sponsor

John Cornyn

Senate · TX · Republican

$1,943,978PAC receipts · 2025–2026

Cosponsor

Ted Cruz

Senate · TX · Republican

$529,115PAC receipts · 2025–2026

1 of 1 source cosponsor records retrieved; only current officials and unwithdrawn sponsorships appear.

PAC donors to the listed sponsors

These are all-cycle contributions to the listed sponsors’ and cosponsors’ campaigns. FEC does not attribute them to this bill. A donation plus sponsorship does not establish why a politician acted.

EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (EXXONMOBIL PAC)$21,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $11,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $10,000

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MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$20,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $10,000

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TEXAS FARM BUREAU AGFUND$19,238

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $19,238

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LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION EMPLOYEES' POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$19,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $14,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $5,000

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COX ENTERPRISES PAC (COXPAC) INC.$16,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $11,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $5,000

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AMERICAN BANKERS ASSOCIATION PAC (BANKPAC)$15,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $15,000

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CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORP. ASSOC. POLITICAL FUND$15,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $15,000

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CONOCOPHILLIPS SPIRIT PAC$15,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $15,000

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DENALI LEADERSHIP PAC$15,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $15,000

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NATIONAL APARTMENT ASSOCIATION POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$15,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $5,000

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PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE I$15,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $15,000

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THE HAWKEYE PAC$15,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $15,000

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TOMORROW IS MEANINGFUL PAC$15,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $15,000

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ATLAS AIR WORLDWIDE HOLDINGS, INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$14,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $4,000

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TEXTRON INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$14,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $14,000

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AMERICA'S CREDIT UNIONS PAC$13,500

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $12,500

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $1,000

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AKIN GUMP STRAUSS HAUER & FELD LLP CIVIC ACTION COMMITTEE (AKA AKIN GUMP PAC)$13,250

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $3,250

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PERATON CORP. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (A.K.A. 'PERATON PAC')$13,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $3,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $10,000

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SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA INC POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$13,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $5,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $8,000

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BEEF-PAC (BEEF POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE OF TEXAS CATTLE FEEDERS ASSOCIATION)$12,500

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $2,500

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BP CORPORATION NORTH AMERICA INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (BP NORTH AMERICA EMPLOYEE PAC)$12,500

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $7,500

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $5,000

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GOOGLE LLC NETPAC$12,500

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $12,500

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TAFT STETTINIUS & HOLLISTER LLP POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$12,500

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $2,500

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THE BOEING COMPANY PAC$12,500

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $7,500

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $5,000

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THE CIGNA GROUP EMPLOYEE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$11,500

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $11,500

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TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (TOYOTA/LEXUS PAC)$11,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $5,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $6,000

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BHFS-E, PC PAC (BROWNSTEIN HYATT FARBER SCHRECK POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE)$10,500

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $3,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $7,500

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ABBOTT LABORATORIES EMPLOYEE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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AFLAC POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (AFLAC PAC)$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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ALLIED PILOTS ASSOCIATION POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $5,000

Ted Cruz · Cosponsor · $5,000

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ALTRIA GROUP, INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (ALTRIAPAC)$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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AMERICAN COUNCIL OF ENGINEERING COMPANIES (ACEC/PAC)$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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AMERICAN HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION PAC$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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AMGEN INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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ARKANSAS FOR LEADERSHIP POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (ARKPAC)$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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BALL CORPORATION POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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BEST AT BRINGING ENTREPRENEURIAL RESULTS NEVER IMAGINED OR ENVISIONED PAC$10,000

John Cornyn · Sponsor · $10,000

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