House Committee on Armed Services

The House Committee on Armed Services (HASC), founded in 1947, is a U.S. government standing committee of the House of Representatives responsible for oversight of the Department of Defense and military policy. In the context of UAP/UFO research, HASC has played a pivotal role through annual National Defense Authorization Acts (NDAAs), notably establishing the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) in the 2022 NDAA to investigate UAP sightings, standardize data collection, and address national security implications. Key activities include mandating UAP reporting, funding investigations, and ensuring congressional oversight amid concerns over classified budgets and transparency deficits. Notable achievements encompass bipartisan pushes for declassification and whistleblower protections, influencing DoD accountability. Currently active in the 119th Congress, it continues shaping UAP-related provisions in defense legislation amid ongoing hearings and mandates.