Bill · H.R. 9997· House(119-HR-9997)
National Guard for National Service Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 7/30/2026
- Last activity
- 7/30/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Joe Neguse
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "National Guard for National Service Act of 2026" aims to establish a pilot program to address national security and workforce integration. This program would be led by the Chief of the National Guard Bureau and the Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation for National and Community Service. The program focuses on critical infrastructure protection, cybersecurity, disaster preparedness, and workforce development. Before the program begins, a feasibility study must be conducted within one year of the act's enactment. This study will examine the costs, benefits, and necessary procedural changes for implementing a training pipeline.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+7
The bill specifically includes activities to assist in strengthening cybersecurity protocols.
Is this likely to create jobs?+5
The bill seeks to create a nationwide employment and training pipeline to connect service members with career pathways.
Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?+5
The bill focuses on enhancing community preparedness and resilience against major disasters.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Infrastructure and Security Protection: The bill includes activities to proactively safeguard essential systems like transportation, energy, communications, and water management (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Cybersecurity Support: The program includes training and deployment to help local and Tribal governments, schools, and nonprofits strengthen their security protocols (Section 2(a)(2)).
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Disaster Resilience: There are provisions to expand community preparedness to reduce risks to civilian life during major disasters (Section 2(a)(3)).
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Career and Financial Growth: The bill seeks to create a nationwide employment and training pipeline to connect National Guard and Reserve service members with career pathways, addressing economic insecurity and ensuring workforce stability (Section 2(a)(4)).
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Support for Families: The feasibility study will investigate if a training pipeline can enhance employment and upskilling opportunities for military spouses and dependents (Section 2(b)(8)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Service Disruptions: The feasibility study must consider modifications to terms of service to accommodate training schedules and the deployment of military service members (Section 2(b)(2)).
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Financial and Administrative Burdens: The implementation of the pilot program will involve financial and administrative costs that must be studied (Section 2(b)(4)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+5Improves Economic Growth+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+7
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+4
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+3
- 7/30/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Chrissy HoulahanDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Kevin KileyIndependent · California