Senate Appropriations Committee Archives

Sailors signal for an aircraft to launch off the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) while underway in the Philippine Sea, June 16, 2025. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class August Clawson)

Navy’s F/A-XX next-gen fighter program would get nearly $1B in FY26 funding bill

Lawmakers also want the Navy to submit a report that includes an updated acquisition strategy and program schedule for F/A-XX.

Jan 20, 2026 By Mikayla Easley

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Senate appropriators recommend ‘full funding’ for Replicator — and potentially even more money

The Senate Appropriations Committee just approved a defense spending bill for fiscal 2025 that includes multiple provisions related to the Pentagon's autonomous systems initiative.

Aug 2, 2024 By Jon Harper

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Senate appropriations bill would double-down on tactical AI for combatant commands

The legislation, released Thursday, recommends $200 million in funding for the technology.

Jul 28, 2022 By Jon Harper