The Senate approved its version of the annual defense policy bill after ending an impasse on amendments, paving the way for the chamber to formally negotiate with the House on a compromise version of the bill.
The 77-20 vote late Thursday to pass the fiscal 2026 National Defense Authorization Act came after a marathon voting session on amendments.
Earlier, senators reached an agreement to vote on 17 stand-alone amendments, as well as a manager’s package of 48 less controversial amendments that was approved by voice vote.
