Defense Technology Hubs Act of 2026

This bill would require the Secretary of Defense to create a Defense Technology Hubs Program that designates regional hubs run by groups of universities, defense contractors, small businesses, nonprofits, and state or local governments. The goal is to designate at least 10 hubs across different regions within 3 years. The Department could give hubs grants for startup costs, research, and prototyping, and federal support could not exceed 50 percent of a hub's yearly costs. Hubs would have to follow cybersecurity and export rules and keep out foreign entities of concern. The bill authorizes $375 million for fiscal years 2026 through 2030, with $75 million available for grants.

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Sponsors

• Wesley Bell Democrat sponsor
• 3 cosponsors