WASHINGTON — The U.S. House passed the annual defense policy bill Wednesday with little Democratic support after Republicans tacked on amendments to the bill.

All five of Alabama’s Republicans supported the package while the state’s two Democrats voted against final passage. The vote was 231-196.

House Armed Services Chairman Mike Rogers championed the National Defense Authorization Act, which authorizes about $893 billion for the Pentagon in fiscal year 2026.

“This is a strong bipartisan bill that delivers for our warfighters and deters our adversaries,” Rogers, R-Saks, said on the House floor. “It will fundamentally reform the defense acquisition enterprise. It will continue historic improvements in the quality of life for our servicemembers and their families.”

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