Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-SC-01) has announced her support for key measures in the House-approved National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026. The act aims to reinforce the defense partnership between the United States and Israel, with several programs extended through 2028.
Among the provisions supported by Rep. Mace is an expansion of U.S.–Israel cooperation against unmanned threats. This measure will now address not only drones but also other unmanned threats in air, land, sea, and space domains, with authority continuing until 2028.
The NDAA also introduces a new program for emerging technology cooperation with Israel and allied nations. The initiative focuses on co-developing advanced defense technologies such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and next-generation weapons systems.
Additionally, joint efforts to detect and eliminate cross-border tunnels used by terrorists and smugglers are being strengthened and extended through 2028.
“Israel is one of America’s strongest allies, and standing with the Jewish people is both a moral obligation and a strategic necessity,” said Congresswoman Mace. “These provisions strengthen our partnership with Israel: shutting down terror tunnels, countering drones, and advancing next-generation defense technology. The NDAA makes clear America will continue to stand alongside Israel and the Jewish community against those who wish them harm.”
The NDAA sets annual policy guidelines for the Department of War. After passing in the House, it now moves to the Senate for further consideration.
Nancy Mace currently represents South Carolina’s 1st district in Congress after succeeding Joe Cunningham in 2021. She previously served in the South Carolina House of Representatives from 2018 to 2020. Born in Fort Bragg, North Carolina in 1977, she lives in Charleston and graduated from The Citadel in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science degree.
