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House panel advances $1.1 trillion defense spending bill with Department of War name change
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Ellen Mitchell and The Hill , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on this development can be found through KTSM 9 News, which reported on the committee's action and the bill's progression.
A significant development has taken place in the House Appropriations Committee. The committee has advanced a defense spending bill, which includes a notable provision. The proposed legislation would change the name of the Defense Department to the Department of War.
The bill's advancement occurred on a party-line vote, with 34 members voting in favor and 27 against. 1 trillion, intended for fiscal 2027. Further details on this development can be found through KTSM 9 News, which reported on the committee's action and the bill's progression.
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Category: government Published: June 25, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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