The U.S. House of Representatives passed a defense policy bill that fixes a record $895 billion in annual military spending , despite the inclusion of a controversial policy aimed at confirming the gender of transgender children, Reuters reported, cited by BTA.
The vote was 281-140 in favor of the National Defense Act, sending it to the Democratic-led US Senate for consideration.
The House of Representatives approved the bill, which provides for an increase in the salaries of the military, a ban on transgender care of minors.
Lawmakers passed a measure authorizing a 14.5 percent pay raise for junior enlisted personnel and a 4.5 percent raise for others, highlighting the step as a key factor in improving the quality of life for U.S. military personnel, according to the Associated Press. .
The Senate of Congress is expected to approve the draft budget next week, after which the document must be signed by US President Joe Biden.