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This bill, titled the Defense Community Infrastructure Program Tribal Eligibility Act of 2026, amends existing law to include Indian tribes in the Defense Community Infrastructure Program, which provides funding for infrastructure projects that support military installations. Specifically, it inserts "Indian tribes" alongside "local governments" as eligible entities for this program, ensuring that tribal governments can receive support for infrastructure improvements that benefit defense communities. The bill also clarifies that the term "Indian tribe" will be defined as it is in the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, a key piece of legislation that recognizes the inherent sovereignty of federally recognized tribes. This change aims to strengthen the relationship between the Department of Defense and tribal nations by allowing them to participate in a program designed to enhance the resilience and functionality of communities surrounding military bases.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/7710/all-info