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Direct access to fast, tailored national security policy support for congressional staff and policymakers. Legislative drafting, policy analysis, oversight tools, and more, delivered by FDD Action’s policy experts, who’ve worked in government and understand the process.

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Our Mission

01

Strengthen America’s National Security

Translating world-class research into legislation and policy that fortifies America’s defense posture and deterrence capabilities.

02

Do Damage to Our Adversaries

Driving sanctions, export controls, and enforcement actions that impose real costs on hostile regimes and malign actors.

03

Support Our Allies

Advancing security assistance, diplomatic engagement, and legislative frameworks that strengthen democratic partnerships worldwide.

Expert Support, Tailored to Your Office

No-cost, nonpartisan national security policy assistance from first draft to final vote.

Legislative Drafting

Bills, amendments, and executive action language shaped for technical accuracy and strategic impact.

Policy Analysis

Timely, clear research on pressing national security issues with actionable recommendations.

Oversight Support

Document requests, hearing questions, and investigative frameworks for effective congressional oversight.

Briefings & Training

Private expert sessions and staff training to sharpen your team’s national security expertise.

Executive Branch Letters

Draft correspondence to agencies and officials that drives accountability and action.

Policy Endorsements

Request FDD Action’s endorsement for legislation aligned with our national security mission.

Four Steps to Expert Support

From request to results, here’s how we work with your office.

1

Submit Your Request

Fill out the form below with your policy needs, timeline, and any supporting materials.

2

We Review & Scope

Our team assesses your request and connects you with the right subject matter expert.

3

Expert Collaboration

We work with you to develop tailored drafts, analysis, or briefings, working iteratively with your office to accomplish your policy objectives.

4

Deliver Results

Polished deliverables ready for markup, floor action, or executive engagement.

FDD Action is like CRS meets Legislative Counsel. They helped me not only understand the issues better, but also with the technical aspects of drafting legislation, ensuring everything was accurate and impactful. They are an incredible resource for all Hill staffers.

— House Legislative Director
Full Discretion
Requests never shared externally
Fast Turnaround
Urgent requests in 24–48 hours
No Cost
All services at zero charge
Bipartisan Reach
Working with offices across the aisle

National Security Expertise

FDD Action’s experts have a combined 60+ years of government experience in both the executive and legislative branches of government and cover a range of policy issues.

Iran Sanctions

Maximum pressure policy, nuclear nonproliferation, illicit finance, and human rights accountability

China Policy

Economic security, technology competition, military deterrence, and defending allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific

Defense Authorization

NDAA provisions, defense readiness, and force posture

Russia Deterrence

Sanctions enforcement, energy security, and alliance strengthening

Submit Your Request

Tell us what your office needs and our team will respond promptly with tailored support. Please note that FDD Action treats all inquiries with discretion and will never share your request outside our internal team without your permission. While we aim to assist as many offices as possible, requests that fall outside our current policy focus areas may be redirected or declined with guidance where possible.