Congresswoman Nancy Mace Advances Amendments to Strengthen Military Policy and Protect Taxpayer Dollars

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Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) has announced that five of her amendments have been made in order for consideration during floor debate on the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The amendments, which prioritize fairness, accountability, and American strength in the armed forces, aim to restore common sense to military policy and protect taxpayer dollars from funding "grotesque chemical and surgical mutilations" of warfighters and their family members.

Key Takeaways:

  • Five amendments introduced by Congresswoman Nancy Mace have been advanced for debate in the FY26 NDAA, focusing on fairness, accountability, and American strength in the armed forces.
  • Amendment No. 14 prohibits the Department of War from covering or furnishing gender-related medical treatment under TRICARE.
  • Amendment No. 15 prohibits male cadets or midshipmen from participating in athletic programs or activities designated exclusively for females at Service Academies.
  • Amendment No. 16 prohibits the Secretary of War from soliciting information through forms or surveys regarding the gender identity of individuals, requiring a response of either male or female.
  • Amendment No. 17 prohibits individuals from accessing or using single-sex spaces on military installations which do not correspond to their biological sex.
  • Amendment No. 194 strengthens Buy American requirements by ensuring statutory exceptions to Department of Defense procurement rules will not apply to fish, shellfish, or seafood products.

Statistics:

  • Five amendments have been advanced for debate in the FY26 NDAA.
  • 14, 15, and 16 of the amendments focus on restricting gender-related medical treatment, athletics, and identification.
  • 17 of the amendments aim to restrict access to single-sex spaces on military installations.
  • 194 of the amendments strengthen Buy American requirements.

Sources:

  • Office of South Carolina Rep. Nancy MaceRelease: Delivering for South Carolina's Servicemembers and Military Families.