HASC
Government & Politics abbreviation · Political
| Stands for | House Armed Services Committee |
|---|---|
| Categories | Government & Politics |
HASC stands for House Armed Services Committee, a political abbreviation.
House committee with jurisdiction over the Defense Department and the armed forces, which drafts the House version of the annual National Defense Authorization Act and oversees military readiness, personnel and weapons programs.
Example: HASC adopted hundreds of amendments during its marathon NDAA markup.
Usage notes
Like its Senate counterpart, it dates to the 1946 reorganization of congressional committees. Its NDAA markup typically lasts well into the night. Seats on the committee are sought by lawmakers whose districts include military bases or major defense contractors.
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