Each year Congress passes a defense authorization bill, known as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This legislation impacts everything from weapons systems and troop strength to military pay and benefits. The 2018 NDAA is now one step closer to becoming reality after House and the Senate negotiators agreed on a compromise version that will soon head for a vote in each chamber before hitting the president's desk, possibly before the Thanksgiving holiday. Visit the Military Advantage blog to see what the 2018 defense bill will mean to you.