Holland & Knight Defense Situation Report: October 2025
Welcome to Holland & Knight's monthly defense news update. We are pleased to bring you the latest in defense policy, regulatory updates and other significant developments. If you would like additional information on anything in this report, please reach out to the authors or members of Holland & Knight's National Security & Defense Industry Sector Group.
Legislative Updates
- Reconciliation Update
- NDAA Updates
- Appropriations and Shutdown Updates
- Several Key Government Programs and Authorities Lapse
- SASC Nomination Hearings
Executive and Departmental Updates
- New DOW Directive on Congressional Communications Policy
- Australian, Malaysian, Thai Critical Mineral Deals Signed
- NATO Increasing Funding for Ukraine Weapons Purchases
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