Waukesha Times

Congressman Scott Fitzgerald of Wisconsin’s 5th District has released a statement following his vote in favor of H.R. 3838, the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026.

“This year’s NDAA delivers on House Republicans and President Trump’s commitment to our men and women in uniform. It authorizes a 3.8% pay raise and includes key provisions to support military families. By codifying President Trump’s Executive Orders and eliminating divisive DEI initiatives within the Department of Defense, the bill restores accountability and meritocracy to refocus the military on its core mission: readiness to protect, defend, and fight,” Fitzgerald said.

He also noted that the legislation is projected to save taxpayers over $20 billion by cutting programs considered wasteful and reallocating funds toward defense priorities. The bill supports modernization efforts such as funding for the Golden Dome missile defense system, revitalizes domestic defense manufacturing jobs, and increases support for border security through active-duty troops, National Guard assistance at the border, and counter-narcotics operations.

“The NDAA for FY26 also saves taxpayers over $20 billion by cutting wasteful programs and redirecting resources toward essential defense priorities. It fully funds military modernization efforts, including the Golden Dome missile defense system, and provides funding to revitalize the defense industrial base—a huge win for manufacturing jobs in the United States. The bill also strengthens border security by providing full support for active-duty troops and the National Guard assisting Border Patrol, as well as funding counter-narcotics operations to protect our communities,” he stated.

“Together, this critical piece of legislation supports our servicemembers and puts our national security front and center,” Fitzgerald added.

Fitzgerald has held his seat since defeating Mike Van Someren in 2022 with about 64% of the vote. In his previous election in 2020, he won against Tom Palzewicz with roughly 60% support.