• The Army will consolidate budget lines for command and control programs in FY27.
• Budget consolidation allows for agile funding and more control over money.
• The Army plans to expand consolidation into the C2 portfolio.
• Congress granted permission to consolidate 13 lines related to electronic warfare and drones.

This consolidation may indicate the Army's shift towards more agile and adaptive budgeting practices, which could enable faster deployment of emerging technologies and capabilities. The expansion into the C2 portfolio suggests a focus on enhancing command and control systems, which could improve the Army's ability to respond to changing battlefield needs.