ADVOCACY. EDUCATION. LEGISLATION.

Our Policy Priorities

We are dedicated to building a stronger and safer America through advocacy, education, and legislation. We're addressing the pressing issues that impact the public, the diverse military community, the defense industry, and the policymakers who shape our shared future. National Security is everyone’s business.

Our ten areas of priority focus include:

  • 🔹 National Security and Defense: NSPA is dedicated to promoting policies that strengthen the United States' defense capabilities and safeguard our nation from evolving threats. We support efforts to modernize our military and maintain technological superiority, ensuring our nation's military remains the most effective and efficient fighting force in the world.

  • 🔹 Protection of Critical Infrastructure: We advocate for robust measures to safeguard critical infrastructure from cyberattacks, terrorism, and natural disasters. The vast national network of industrial and operational controls provides a vulnerable attack surface for bad actors. NSPA works to raise awareness about the importance of infrastructure resilience and supports initiatives that enhance the security of key industries and systems.

  • 🔹 Security of Civil Government: NSPA recognizes the importance of a secure civil government in maintaining national stability. We promote policies that enhance the security of our elected officials, federal agencies, and public institutions, ensuring continuity of operations and the protection of our democracy.

  • 🔹 Veterans’ Issues Advocacy: We champion the rights and needs of our nation's veterans. NSPA is committed to ensuring our service members receive the care, benefits, and support they deserve upon returning home from active duty. We advocate for policies that enhance veterans' access to quality healthcare, education, and employment opportunities.

  • 🔹 Mental Health in the Military: NSPA is deeply committed to addressing mental health challenges faced by our military personnel. We advocate for increased resources, research, and training to improve mental health care within the military and to reduce the stigma associated with seeking help. By prioritizing mental well-being, we aim to enhance the resilience and overall quality of life for our service members and their families.

  • 🔹 Defense Innovation Framework: We recognize the need for continuous innovation to maintain the United States' position as a global leader in defense. From the development of codified ethics for innovative AI to the full implementation of future Quantum machines, NSPA supports policies that foster collaboration between the military, industry, and academia — encouraging cutting-edge research and development in defense technology.

  • 🔹 Addressing the Recruiting Crisis: NSPA is dedicated to addressing the recruiting challenges facing our military. We work to raise awareness about the importance of military service and promote initiatives that incentivize young Americans to join the Armed Forces, ensuring a strong and diverse talent pool for our nation's defense.

  • 🔹 Local and Global Terrorism Threats: We are committed to combating terrorism and its evolving threats that destabilize America by destabilizing the world. As we live in a connected society, NSPA supports policies that enhance intelligence sharing, strengthen international partnerships, and promote effective counterterrorism strategies to protect our nation and its allies.

  • 🔹 Budget, Appropriations, and Economic Policy: NSPA advocates for responsible and strategic defense spending that ensures the long-term strength and sustainability of our military. We work to educate policymakers and the public about the economic implications of defense policies and promote a balanced approach to resource allocation.

  • 🔹 Morale and Culture:  We believe in clarifying the vision of a future-facing force and the supporting network of legislators, industry leaders, and citizens who simultaneously empower them for impact and lean on them for securing our shared way of life.  Never before has an unclouded vision of a unified, lethal, and ready defense infrastructure been so important.  It’s no secret that morale reflects cultural health or dysfunction.  By mitigating challenges and responding with clarity, we can move Defense forward in health and focus.

At NSPA, we recognize the vital importance of a strong national defense and the countless sacrifices made by our service members. To honor them, we're committed to addressing the most pressing needs of the extended national security family — the United States military, the intelligence community, the defense industry, and the policymakers with first order impact on those securing America for future generations. From advocating for mental health resources to addressing the recruiting crisis, we're working tirelessly to ensure our defense forces are well-equipped and our nation is well-supported.

Together, we can build a safer future for our Nation and the millions of citizens who call America “home.”.