National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
USA119th CongressS-1071| Senate
| Updated: 12/18/2025
John Cornyn
Republican Senator
Texas
Cosponsors (1)
Veterans' Affairs Committee, Armed Services Committee
- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
This legislative act directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to disinter the remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in Texas. This action must be completed no later than one year after the bill's enactment. Prior to disinterment, the Secretary is required to notify the next of kin of Fernando V. Cota. After the disinterment, the remains will either be relinquished to the identified next of kin, or if no response is received from the next of kin, the Secretary will arrange for their appropriate disposition.
Amendments (13)
SAMDT 3961textProposed amendment SA 3961 withdrawn when motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 withdrawn in Senate.
SAMDT 3961text
Proposed amendment SA 3961 withdrawn when motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 withdrawn in Senate.
SAMDT 3963textSA 3963 (the instructions of the motion to refer) fell when cloture invoked on the motion to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 agreed to.
SAMDT 3963text
SA 3963 (the instructions of the motion to refer) fell when cloture invoked on the motion to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 agreed to.
SAMDT 3969text
SAMDT 3980text
SAMDT 3981text
SAMDT 3982text
SAMDT 3983text
SAMDT 3999text
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Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5475; text: CR S5475)
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5475: 6; text: CR S5475: 6)
Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Received in the House.
Held at the desk.
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 936 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, H.R. 3668 and S. 1071. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, and H.R. 3628 under a structured rule; and H.R. 3668 and S. 1071 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, and H.R. 3668; and one motion to commit on S. 1071.
Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendment to Senate bill.
Rule H. Res. 936 passed House.
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 936. (consideration: CR H5136-5518)
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, H.R. 3668 and S. 1071. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, and H.R. 3628 under a structured rule; and H.R. 3668 and S. 1071 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, and H.R. 3668; and one motion to commit on S. 1071.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on S. 1071.
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Mr. Norcross moved to commit to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR H5518)
The previous question on the motion to commit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on S. 1071, the Chair put the question on motion to commit and by voice vote announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Norcross demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5519-5520)
On motion to commit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 216 (Roll no. 319).
View VoteOn passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 312 - 112 (Roll no. 320). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H5136-5510)
View VoteMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Motion by Senator Thune to refer to Senate Committee on Armed Services the House message to accompany S. 1071 with instructions to report back forthwith with the following amendment (SA 3963) made in Senate. (CR S8656)
Motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 made in Senate. (CR S8655)
Motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 with an amendment (SA 3961) made in Senate. (CR S8656)
Cloture motion on the motion to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 presented in Senate. (CR S8655-8656)
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S8655-8656)
Motion to proceed to consideration of the House message to accompany S. 1071 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 75 - 22. Record Vote Number: 646. (CR S8655)
View VoteMotion by Senator Thune to refer to Senate Committee on Armed Services the House message to accompany S. 1071 with instructions to report back forthwith with the following amendment (SA 3963) fell when cloture was invoked on the motion to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 in Senate.
Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S8707-8708)
Cloture on the motion to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 76 - 20. Record Vote Number: 647. (CR S8707)
View VoteConsidered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S8749)
Motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 with an amendment (SA 3961) withdrawn in Senate.
Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered).
Senate agreed to the House amendment to S. 1071 by Yea-Nay Vote. 77 - 20. Record Vote Number: 648.
View VoteMessage on Senate action sent to the House.
Presented to President.
Signed by President.
Became Public Law No: 119-60.
Latest Companion Bill Action
HR 119-8800Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Armed Forces and National Security
Accounting and auditingAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresAdvanced technology and technological innovationsAdvisory bodiesAfghanistanAfricaAir qualityAlabamaAlaskaAlaska Natives and HawaiiansAlbaniaAlliancesAlternative treatmentsAnimal protection and human-animal relationshipsAppropriationsArctic and polar regionsArizonaArkansasArmed Forces Retirement HomeArms control and nonproliferationAsiaAssault and harassment offensesAstronomyAtmospheric science and weatherAustraliaAviation and airportsBehavioral sciencesBiological and life sciencesBlood and blood diseasesBorder security and unlawful immigrationBosnia and HerzegovinaBrazilBuilding constructionBusiness investment and capitalCaliforniaCanadaCancerCardiovascular and respiratory healthCaribbean areaCemeteries and funeralsCentral Intelligence Agency (CIA)Chemical and biological weaponsChild care and developmentChild safety and welfareChinaCitizenship and naturalizationCivil actions and liabilityCoast guardCollective 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services and trauma careEmergency planning and evacuationEmployee benefits and pensionsEmployee hiringEmployee leaveEmployment and training programsEnergy researchEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental healthEnvironmental technologyEspionage and treasonEstoniaEuropeExecutive agency funding and structureFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Federal-Indian relationsFederal officialsFinancial literacyFirearms and explosivesFiresFirst responders and emergency personnelFishesFloridaFood supply, safety, and labelingForeign aid and international reliefForeign and international corporationsForeign language and bilingual programsForeign propertyForests, forestry, treesGeorgiaGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyGovernment corporations and government-sponsored enterprisesGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementGovernment ethics and transparency, public corruptionGovernment information and archivesGovernment lending and loan guaranteesGovernment studies and investigationsGovernment trust fundsGreat LakesGuamHaitiHawaiiHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth facilities and institutionsHealth information and medical recordsHealth personnelHealth programs administration and fundingHealth promotion and preventive careHealth technology, devices, suppliesHigher educationHistorical and cultural resourcesHomeland securityHong KongHouse of RepresentativesHousing and community development fundingHuman traffickingHybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehiclesIdahoIllinoisIndiaIndianaIndian claimsIndian lands and resources rightsIndustrial facilitiesInfectious and parasitic diseasesInfrastructure developmentInsectsIntelligence activities, surveillance, classified informationIntergovernmental relationsInternational organizations and cooperationInternational scientific cooperationInternet, web applications, social 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CarolinaSouth KoreaSovereignty, recognition, national governance and statusSpacecraft and satellitesSpace flight and explorationSpecial educationStrategic materials and reservesSubversive activitiesSupply chainSyriaTaiwanTeaching, teachers, curriculaTechnology transfer and commercializationTelephone and wireless communicationTemporary and part-time employmentTennesseeTerrorismTexasTrade agreements and negotiationsTransportation costsTransportation safety and securityUkraineUnited KingdomVeterans' medical careVeterans' organizations and recognitionVietnamWages and earningsWater qualityWomen's healthWorld history
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
USA119th CongressS-1071| Senate
| Updated: 12/18/2025
This legislative act directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to disinter the remains of Fernando V. Cota from Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in Texas. This action must be completed no later than one year after the bill's enactment. Prior to disinterment, the Secretary is required to notify the next of kin of Fernando V. Cota. After the disinterment, the remains will either be relinquished to the identified next of kin, or if no response is received from the next of kin, the Secretary will arrange for their appropriate disposition.
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Timeline
Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5475; text: CR S5475)
Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5475: 6; text: CR S5475: 6)
Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Received in the House.
Held at the desk.
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 936 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, H.R. 3668 and S. 1071. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, and H.R. 3628 under a structured rule; and H.R. 3668 and S. 1071 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, and H.R. 3668; and one motion to commit on S. 1071.
Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendment to Senate bill.
Rule H. Res. 936 passed House.
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 936. (consideration: CR H5136-5518)
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, H.R. 3668 and S. 1071. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, and H.R. 3628 under a structured rule; and H.R. 3668 and S. 1071 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one motion to recommit on H.R. 3898, H.R. 3383, H.R. 3638, H.R. 3628, and H.R. 3668; and one motion to commit on S. 1071.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on S. 1071.
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Mr. Norcross moved to commit to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR H5518)
The previous question on the motion to commit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on S. 1071, the Chair put the question on motion to commit and by voice vote announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Norcross demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5519-5520)
On motion to commit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 216 (Roll no. 319).
View VoteOn passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 312 - 112 (Roll no. 320). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H5136-5510)
View VoteMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Motion by Senator Thune to refer to Senate Committee on Armed Services the House message to accompany S. 1071 with instructions to report back forthwith with the following amendment (SA 3963) made in Senate. (CR S8656)
Motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 made in Senate. (CR S8655)
Motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 with an amendment (SA 3961) made in Senate. (CR S8656)
Cloture motion on the motion to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 presented in Senate. (CR S8655-8656)
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S8655-8656)
Motion to proceed to consideration of the House message to accompany S. 1071 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 75 - 22. Record Vote Number: 646. (CR S8655)
View VoteMotion by Senator Thune to refer to Senate Committee on Armed Services the House message to accompany S. 1071 with instructions to report back forthwith with the following amendment (SA 3963) fell when cloture was invoked on the motion to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 in Senate.
Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S8707-8708)
Cloture on the motion to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 76 - 20. Record Vote Number: 647. (CR S8707)
View VoteConsidered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S8749)
Motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 with an amendment (SA 3961) withdrawn in Senate.
Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered).
Senate agreed to the House amendment to S. 1071 by Yea-Nay Vote. 77 - 20. Record Vote Number: 648.
View VoteMessage on Senate action sent to the House.
Presented to President.
Signed by President.
Became Public Law No: 119-60.
Latest Companion Bill Action
HR 119-8800Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
John Cornyn
Republican Senator
Texas
Cosponsors (1)
Veterans' Affairs Committee, Armed Services Committee
Armed Forces and National Security
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- Introduced
- In Committee
- On Floor
- Passed Chamber
- Enacted
Amendments (13)
SAMDT 3961textProposed amendment SA 3961 withdrawn when motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 withdrawn in Senate.
SAMDT 3961text
Proposed amendment SA 3961 withdrawn when motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 withdrawn in Senate.
SAMDT 3963textSA 3963 (the instructions of the motion to refer) fell when cloture invoked on the motion to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 agreed to.
SAMDT 3963text
SA 3963 (the instructions of the motion to refer) fell when cloture invoked on the motion to concur in the House amendment to S. 1071 agreed to.
SAMDT 3969text
SAMDT 3980text
SAMDT 3981text
SAMDT 3982text
SAMDT 3983text
SAMDT 3999text
Accounting and auditingAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresAdvanced technology and technological innovationsAdvisory bodiesAfghanistanAfricaAir qualityAlabamaAlaskaAlaska Natives and HawaiiansAlbaniaAlliancesAlternative treatmentsAnimal protection and human-animal relationshipsAppropriationsArctic and polar regionsArizonaArkansasArmed Forces Retirement HomeArms control and nonproliferationAsiaAssault and harassment offensesAstronomyAtmospheric science and weatherAustraliaAviation and airportsBehavioral sciencesBiological and life sciencesBlood and blood diseasesBorder security and unlawful immigrationBosnia and HerzegovinaBrazilBuilding constructionBusiness investment and capitalCaliforniaCanadaCancerCardiovascular and respiratory healthCaribbean areaCemeteries and funeralsCentral Intelligence Agency (CIA)Chemical and biological weaponsChild care and developmentChild safety and welfareChinaCitizenship and naturalizationCivil actions and liabilityCoast guardCollective securityColoradoCommutingComputers and information technologyComputer security and identity theftConflicts and warsCongressional operations and organizationCongressional oversightCongressional tributesConnecticutCorrectional facilities and imprisonmentCrime preventionCrimes against childrenCrime victimsCriminal investigation, prosecution, interrogationCriminal justice information and recordsCubaCultural exchanges and relationsData collection, sharing, protectionDefense spendingDelawareDental careDepartment of DefenseDepartment of EnergyDepartment of StateDepartment of TransportationDetention of personsDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadDirector of National IntelligenceDisability assistanceDomestic violence and child abuseDrug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulationDrug trafficking and controlled substancesEarth sciencesEconomic developmentEducational technology and distance educationEducation programs fundingElementary and secondary educationEmergency medical services and trauma careEmergency planning and evacuationEmployee benefits and pensionsEmployee hiringEmployee leaveEmployment and training programsEnergy researchEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchEnvironmental healthEnvironmental technologyEspionage and treasonEstoniaEuropeExecutive agency funding and structureFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Federal-Indian relationsFederal officialsFinancial literacyFirearms and explosivesFiresFirst responders and emergency personnelFishesFloridaFood supply, safety, and labelingForeign aid and international reliefForeign and international corporationsForeign language and bilingual programsForeign propertyForests, forestry, treesGeorgiaGovernment buildings, facilities, and propertyGovernment corporations and government-sponsored enterprisesGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementGovernment ethics and transparency, public corruptionGovernment information and archivesGovernment lending and loan guaranteesGovernment studies and investigationsGovernment trust fundsGreat LakesGuamHaitiHawaiiHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth facilities and institutionsHealth information and medical recordsHealth personnelHealth programs administration and fundingHealth promotion and preventive careHealth technology, devices, suppliesHigher educationHistorical and cultural resourcesHomeland securityHong KongHouse of RepresentativesHousing and community development fundingHuman traffickingHybrid, electric, and advanced technology vehiclesIdahoIllinoisIndiaIndianaIndian claimsIndian lands and resources rightsIndustrial facilitiesInfectious and parasitic diseasesInfrastructure developmentInsectsIntelligence activities, surveillance, classified informationIntergovernmental relationsInternational organizations and cooperationInternational scientific cooperationInternet, web applications, social mediaIowaIranIraqIsraelJapanJordanJudgesKentuckyKosovoLabor-management relationsLabor marketLatin AmericaLatviaLaw enforcement administration and fundingLawyers and legal servicesLebanonLegislative rules and procedureLicensing and registrationsLithuaniaLouisianaMacauMaineManufacturingMarine and coastal resources, fisheriesMarine and inland water transportationMarine pollutionMarshall IslandsMarylandMassachusettsMedical educationMedical researchMembers of CongressMental healthMetalsMexicoMichiganMiddle EastMilitary assistance, sales, and agreementsMilitary civil functionsMilitary command and structureMilitary education and trainingMilitary facilities and propertyMilitary historyMilitary lawMilitary medicineMilitary operations and strategyMilitary personnel and dependentsMilitary procurement, research, weapons developmentMilitary readinessMiningMissing personsMississippiMissouriMissouri RiverMongoliaMontenegroMonuments and memorialsMotor carriersMotor fuelsMotor vehiclesMuseums, exhibitions, cultural centersNational Guard and reservesNavigation, waterways, harborsNeurological disordersNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew York StateNew ZealandNoise pollutionNorth AmericaNorth CarolinaNorth KoreaNorth MacedoniaNuclear powerNuclear weaponsNutrition and dietOceaniaOhioOil and gasOregonOrganized crimePennsylvaniaPerformance measurementPest managementPhilippinesPhotography and imagingPipelinesPolitical parties and affiliationPornographyProduct development and innovationPublic contracts and procurementPublic-private cooperationRacial and ethnic relationsRadiationRadioactive wastes and releasesRadio spectrum allocationRailroadsReligionResearch administration and fundingResearch and developmentRetail and wholesale tradesRhode IslandRussiaSchool athleticsScience and engineering educationScientific communicationSeafoodSelective Service SystemSex, gender, sexual orientation discriminationSex offensesSmuggling and traffickingSolid waste and recyclingSouth AsiaSouth CarolinaSouth KoreaSovereignty, recognition, national governance and statusSpacecraft and satellitesSpace flight and explorationSpecial educationStrategic materials and reservesSubversive activitiesSupply chainSyriaTaiwanTeaching, teachers, curriculaTechnology transfer and commercializationTelephone and wireless communicationTemporary and part-time employmentTennesseeTerrorismTexasTrade agreements and negotiationsTransportation costsTransportation safety and securityUkraineUnited KingdomVeterans' medical careVeterans' organizations and recognitionVietnamWages and earningsWater qualityWomen's healthWorld history