The US House of Representatives has passed a $1.15 trillion defense bill amid the ongoing conflict with Iran, boosting military funding, troop pay, and missile defense, and now awaits Senate approval.
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US House Passes Record Defense Bill Amid Escalating Iran Conflict
House Approves Historic Military Spending Package
The US House of Representatives has narrowly approved the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2027, authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in defense spending. The bill was passed by a vote of 216 to 212 and now moves to the Senate for consideration. The legislation comes at a time when tensions between the United States and Iran remain high, with military operations and regional security concerns continuing to shape Washington’s defense priorities.
Defense Budget Receives Major Increase
The proposed defense package allocates approximately $250 billion more than the 2026 NDAA, reflecting one of the largest annual increases in recent years. The bill also includes pay raises of between 5% and 7% for US military personnel, along with increased investment in military readiness, weapons modernization, and strategic defense capabilities.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said the legislation strengthens America’s national security by improving military preparedness, enhancing nuclear deterrence, and expanding missile defense systems. He also highlighted funding for the proposed Golden Dome missile defense project, an initiative supported by President Donald Trump and inspired by Israel’s Iron Dome system to better protect the US homeland from missile threats.
Iran Conflict Shapes Defense Priorities
Republican members of the House Armed Services Committee said the legislation is essential for replenishing military stockpiles that have been depleted during ongoing operations linked to the conflict with Iran. They argued that increased funding will ensure the US Armed Forces remain fully equipped to respond to evolving security challenges while maintaining global military readiness.
Although defense authorization bills traditionally receive broad bipartisan support, this year’s narrow vote reflected growing political divisions in Congress. The bill must still be approved by the US Senate before it can become law. If enacted, it would represent one of the largest defense budgets in US history, underscoring Washington’s focus on military modernization, strategic deterrence, and national security during a period of heightened geopolitical tensions.
