# Calvert Seeks Defense Appropriations Waiver

Rep. Ken Calvert plans to seek another waiver to remain the top Republican on the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee in the next Congress. The request comes amid skepticism among House Republicans toward waivers, and incoming leadership has not made its position clear. The decision could affect continuity in the subcommittee’s oversight of defense funding and the priorities shaping future appropriations.

- Contractors whose business depends on defense appropriations should account for possible changes in subcommittee leadership and funding priorities as the new Congress takes shape.
- Because leadership’s position is unresolved, the outcome may affect continuity in congressional engagement on defense funding, but no specific contract or funding change is identified in the signal.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** November 10, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. House of Representatives (House)
- Defense Appropriations Subcommittee

### Sources
- [Rep. Ken Calvert will seek another waiver to remain as top Republican on the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee in the new Congress.

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