# Representatives Introduce Ukraine Defense Innovation Bill

U.S. representatives introduced H.R. 10772, the proposed Frontline Innovation Act, to authorize the Department of Defense’s Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to evaluate and invest in Ukrainian defense technologies. Two signals date the introduction to October 16, 2026, while another reports October 19. The proposal identifies combat-tested drones, unmanned systems, and electronic warfare capabilities as potential areas of interest. It is proposed legislation—not an active solicitation or contract award—and the signals specify no funding amount or procurement schedule.

- If enacted, the bill could create pathways for U.S. defense firms to collaborate with Ukrainian technology developers through DIU evaluation and investment activities.
- Companies working in drones, unmanned systems, or electronic warfare can assess whether their capabilities are relevant to the proposed areas; any opportunity remains contingent on the bill’s enactment and subsequent action.
- Because no funding, solicitation, or implementation timeline is specified, contractors should not treat H.R. 10772 as a current bid opportunity or funded requirement.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Policy
**Published:** October 19, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
- Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)
- U.S. House of Representatives
- Government of Ukraine

### Key Quotes
> Ukraine has demonstrated extraordinary resilience in the face of Russia’s aggression, and Ukrainians are innovating and developing new defense technologies under some of the most challenging conditions imaginable. This bipartisan bill will help strengthen our national security by investing in technologies that have been tested on the battlefield, while continuing to support Ukraine’s fight to defend its sovereignty.
> — Jim Costa, U.S. Representative

> They are proving new drones, unmanned systems and electronic warfare capabilities against Russia in real combat, and our military should be learning from that experience.
> — Don Bacon, U.S. Representative

### Sources
- [Rep. Costa Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen U.S. Defense Innovation Through Partnership with Ukraine | Congressman Jim Costa](https://costa.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-costa-introduces-bipartisan-bill-strengthen-us-defense-innovation-through) - Costa
- [Quigley, Costa Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen U.S. Defense Innovation Through Partnership with Ukraine | Congressman Mike Quigley](https://quigley.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/quigley-costa-introduce-bipartisan-bill-strengthen-us-defense) - Quigley
- [
	Bacon, Costa Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen U.S. Defense Innovation Through Partnership with Ukraine | U.S. Representative Don Bacon
](https://bacon.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=2912) - Bacon