PERFECT Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (21 May 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
What this bill does
H.R. 8962, the PERFECT Act of 2026, would require the Secretary of Defense to create and regularly update a list of dietary supplement ingredients and performance-enhancing substances that are prohibited for use by members of the Armed Forces. This list would need to be published online in a way that allows it to be viewed in full without searching, as a searchable database, and as a downloadable file. The bill also outlines conditions under which a commanding officer may choose not to discipline a service member for possessing or using a prohibited dietary supplement ingredient, particularly if it's a first offense and the member acted in good faith.
The bill primarily affects members of the U.S. Armed Forces, who could be subject to disciplinary actions if they use prohibited substances. It also impacts commanding officers by providing discretion in disciplinary matters related to dietary supplements. Furthermore, it directs the Secretary of Defense to update existing Department of Defense instructions and the Operation Supplement Safety website, and to review opportunities for education on dietary supplement safety for service members.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 21, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. As it has just been introduced, it has not yet been acted upon by the committee. If it moves forward, it would then need to be passed by the full House and the Senate before being sent to the President for signature into law.
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Timeline
21 May 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 8962 do?
- H.R. 8962, the PERFECT Act of 2026, would require the Secretary of Defense to create and regularly update a list of dietary supplement ingredients and performance-enhancing substances that are prohibited for use by members of the Armed Forces. This list would need to be published online in a way that allows it to be viewed in full without searching, as a searchable database, and as a downloadable file. The bill also outlines conditions under which a commanding officer may choose not to discipline a service member for possessing or using a prohibited dietary supplement ingredient, particularly if it's a first offense and the member acted in good faith. The bill primarily affects members of the U.S. Armed Forces, who could be subject to disciplinary actions if they use prohibited substances. It also impacts commanding officers by providing discretion in disciplinary matters related to dietary supplements. Furthermore, it directs the Secretary of Defense to update existing Department of Defense instructions and the Operation Supplement Safety website, and to review opportunities for education on dietary supplement safety for service members. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 21, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. As it has just been introduced, it has not yet been acted upon by the committee. If it moves forward, it would then need to be passed by the full House and the Senate before being sent to the President for signature into law.
- Has H.R. 8962 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 8962. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 8962?
- H.R. 8962 was sponsored by Rep. Davidson, Warren [R-OH-8] (R-OH), with 3 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 8962?
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (21 May 2026).
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