National Defence Authorization Act (NDAA)

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) is a federal law enacted each year that sets the budget and outlines policies for the U.S. Department of Defense. It determines how much money will be allocated for military operations, equipment, and personnel, and includes provisions on military priorities, modernization, and national security strategies. Essentially, it authorizes funding and guides the direction of the U.S. military for that year, ensuring the government has a formal framework to support and manage defense efforts.