Defense Community Infrastructure Program Tribal Eligibility Act of 2026

This bill seeks to expand eligibility for the defense community infrastructure program by amending Section 2391 of title 10, United States Code . Its primary purpose is to explicitly include Indian Tribes alongside state and local governments as eligible participants in the program. This legislative change would allow tribal governments to apply for and receive support for infrastructure projects that benefit military installations and their surrounding communities. Specifically, the bill modifies several subsections to insert "Indian Tribes" where "local governments" are mentioned, ensuring their inclusion in various program aspects. Furthermore, it adds a new paragraph to define "Indian Tribe" by referencing section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, providing clarity for program implementation.