New Zealand Cleared for $1.5 Billion Defense Upgrade

2026-11505, DoD Assistance to Non-Government, Entertainment-Oriented Media Productions

The Department of Defense is updating its rules to stop helping movies, TV shows, games, and documentaries that censor their content to please the Chinese government. Starting July 9, 2026, producers must follow new steps to prove their projects don’t bow to these censorship demands if they want DoD support. This change affects entertainment creators and aims to keep U.S. projects free and fair without foreign influence.

2026-09067, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement: Mitigating Risks Related to Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (DFARS Case 2021-D011)

The Department of Defense is updating rules to make sure companies working with them reveal if they’re owned or controlled by foreign folks. This helps keep our defense projects safe from hidden foreign influence. If you’re a contractor or subcontractor, get ready to share ownership info by July 6, 2026, or risk delays in your contracts.

2026-09038, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement: Disclosure of Greenhouse Gas Emissions (DFARS Case 2024-D021)

Starting May 7, 2026, the Department of Defense won’t make most new defense contractors share their greenhouse gas emissions unless it’s really needed for the contract. This change helps nontraditional contractors avoid extra paperwork, but DoD can still ask for info if it’s directly tied to the job. It’s a smart move to keep things fair and focused without slowing down important defense work.

2025-20402, Updated Definition of “Waters of the United States”

The EPA and Army Corps are updating the rules that decide which waters are protected under the Clean Water Act, following a 2023 Supreme Court decision. This change helps everyone know exactly which waters are covered, making it easier to protect lakes, rivers, and wetlands while respecting state and tribal rights. People and businesses affected should share their thoughts by January 5, 2026, as this update could impact water projects and environmental protections.

2026-14764, Arms Sales Notification

The U.S. Department of Defense is letting everyone know about a $250 million arms sale to Australia, mainly for aircraft training and support services, not actual weapons. A paperwork mix-up delayed telling Congress about some past updates, but it’s all fixed now. This sale helps keep Australia’s pilots sharp and ready with the latest training and gear.

2026-14703, Personnel Demonstration Project at the United States Army Communications-Electronics Command Software Engineering Center Science and Technology Reinvention Laboratory (STRL)

The Army’s Software Engineering Center is updating its personnel rules to give employees more flexibility and better ways to manage their jobs. This change affects workers at the Communications-Electronics Command and aims to keep things running smoothly after recent reorganizations. The new plan won’t start until after a 30-day comment period ending August 21, 2026, so everyone has a chance to weigh in.

Previous: 2026-14760, Arms Sales Notification

The U.S. Department of Defense is updating a big arms sale to Poland, adding six battle command centers and twelve fire control relays to a $4 billion missile defense deal. This upgrade boosts Poland’s air and missile defense tech with extra gear, software, and support, keeping the project on track. The sale includes both major equipment and important technical help, showing strong U.S.-Poland defense teamwork.

Next: 2026-14762, Arms Sales Notification

The U.S. Department of Defense is planning to sell $100 million worth of aircraft parts and support services to Vietnam, focusing on keeping their C-130 planes in top shape. This deal doesn’t include major weapons but covers important gear like engine propellers and training tools. The sale is funded through Foreign Military Financing and was reported to Congress in June 2026.