H.R.8774 — Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2025
House Roll Call
H.R.8774
| Bill | H.R.8774 — Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Recommit |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Failed |
| Totals | Yea 202 / Nay 211 / Present 0 / Not Voting 19 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 0 | 211 | 0 | 8 |
| D | 202 | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Recommit
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 8774 - Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2025
The Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2025 (HR 8774) provides funding for the Department of Defense (DoD) for the fiscal year 2025. The bill outlines appropriations for various defense-related programs, personnel, and operational expenditures, ensuring the U.S. military maintains its readiness and capability to address national security challenges.
Funding and Authorities: HR 8774 authorizes appropriations totaling approximately $886 billion for the DoD. This includes funding for military personnel, operations and maintenance, procurement of new equipment, research and development, and military construction. The bill also includes provisions for the Defense Health Program and various defense-related agencies.
Programs and Agencies Affected: The legislation impacts multiple branches of the military, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps, as well as defense agencies such as the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) and the National Security Agency (NSA). It also supports various defense-related programs, including missile defense, cybersecurity initiatives, and modernization efforts for military equipment.
Beneficiaries and Regulation: The primary beneficiaries of the appropriations are active-duty military personnel, reserve forces, and civilian employees of the DoD. Additionally, defense contractors and suppliers involved in military procurement and research initiatives will also benefit from the funding. The bill includes regulatory measures to ensure accountability in spending and oversight of defense contracts.
Key Timelines: The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been read twice before being placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders as Calendar No. 508. The legislative process will continue as the bill moves through the Senate, with potential amendments and discussions expected before final approval and enactment.
In summary, HR 8774 is a critical piece of legislation that ensures the U.S. military is adequately funded to meet its operational needs and strategic objectives for the upcoming fiscal year.
Yea (202)
C
Colin Allred
E
Earl Blumenauer
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
A
André Carson
M
Matt Cartwright
G
Gerald Connolly
A
Anna Eshoo
J
Jeff Jackson
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
B
Barbara Lee
K
Kathy Manning
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
M
Mary Peltola
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Sarbanes
A
Abigail Spanberger
E
Emilia Sykes
D
David Trone
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
Nay (211)
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
J
Jerry Carl
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
A. Ferguson
B
Brad Finstad
M
Mike Garcia
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
D
Debbie Lesko
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
C
Celeste Maloy
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
G
Greg Pence
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
M
Michelle Steel
M
Michael Waltz
B
Brad Wenstrup
B
Brandon Williams
Not Voting (19)
J
Jamaal Bowman
C
Cori Bush
B
Bob Good
M
Mark Green
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
A
Ann Kuster
P
Patrick McHenry
D
Dean Phillips
K
Katie Porter
