Defense Community Infrastructure Program Tribal Eligibility Act of 2026

H.R. 7710 proposes to amend federal law governing the Department of Defense Community Infrastructure Program to include Indian tribes among the entities that can participate in and benefit from the program. Currently, the program appears to be limited to other types of communities or organizations, and this legislation would extend eligibility to tribal governments.

If enacted, this change would allow Indian tribes to access Department of Defense resources and support for infrastructure projects. This could potentially help tribes develop or improve infrastructure on tribal lands with federal assistance. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced in February 2026 and referred to committee for consideration.