S. 1356 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016
S. 1356 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on May 14, 2015, sponsored by Ron Johnson with 3 co-sponsors. Congress held 2 roll call votes on it.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 14, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 114-92
What it does
Highlights: The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 authorizes FY2016 appropriations and sets forth policies regarding the military activities of the Department of Defense (DOD), military construction, and the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DOE). The bill authorizes appropriations, but does not provide appropriations, which are considered in subsequent appropriations legislation.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ron Johnson (R-WI). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 14, 2015
- Passed the SenateMay 14, 2015
- Passed the HouseNov 5, 2015
- Sent to the PresidentNov 17, 2015
- Became lawNov 25, 2015
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-92. (Nov 25, 2015)
How Congress voted
- On the Motion
Senate · Nov 10, 2015 · Motion Agreed to91–3 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Nov 5, 2015 · Passed370–58
Every roll call vote on this bill
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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