Breaking Defense is reporting on the House Armed Services Committee's new $1.15 trillion defense policy bill, which aims to tackle industrial base challenges. It said the bill authorizes multiyear procurement for critical munitions, the F-35 fighter jet, and the Arleigh Burke destroyer.
Separately, Breaking Defense is reporting on North Carolina Sen. Ted Budd's plan to enhance airpower and pilot retention. It said Budd recently introduced three bills designed to increase the U.S. fighter inventory and improve pilot retention.
The outlet also said the House is pressing the Navy to finalize battleship design details. It reported that several lawmakers have recently questioned the value and anticipated cost of the vessel.