The Security and Democracy Forum
Understanding the NDAA: The Backbone of U.S. Defense Policy
Price
$30
Duration
35 minutes
About the Course
This 30-minute course offers a practical, insider’s guide to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), one of the most powerful legislative tools in U.S. policymaking. Designed for early-career congressional staffers and aspiring House MLAs, the course walks through the NDAA process step-by-step—explaining how it works, why it matters, and when to get involved. Learn how to influence policy, navigate key deadlines, and read between the lines of one of Congress’s most impactful annual bills.
Your Instructor
Graham Markiewicz
Graham C. Markiewicz is a seasoned national security and legislative professional with experience as a defense staffer in both the U.S. House and Senate. He has advised Members of Congress on military policy, oversight, and appropriations, and has helped shape multiple NDAA cycles from the inside. Drawing on years of Capitol Hill service and a background in law and military affairs, Graham offers practical, insider insight into how Congress actually works—and how emerging staffers can make a real impact.