To direct the Secretary of Defense to report to Congress on the potential expansion of pathways for graduates of civilian test pilot schools to serve as test pilots and flight test engineers in support of military testing activities, and for other purposes.
U.S. Congress · HR9889 ·
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Progression
Introduced (+2 more)
2026-07-22
2026-07-22
Timing in context
Introduced (+2 more)
2025-01-24
2026-07-22
Primary sponsor's contributions received (same period)
Jan '25
Apr '25
Jul '25
Oct '25
Jan '26
Apr '26
Jul '26
2025-01-24
2026-07-22
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What the bill says
Introduced 2026-07-22. Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsors
- George Whitesides (primary)
- Jay Obernolte
What analysts say
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What politicians say
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Action History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-22 | Introduced in House |
| 2026-07-22 | Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. |