The PERFECT Act of 2026 directs the Secretary of Defense to create and regularly update lists of dietary supplement ingredients and performance-enhancing substances that are prohibited for military service members. The Secretary must publish these lists in multiple accessible formats—including a full-view website, searchable database, and downloadable files—and update them at least every 90 days. The law provides protections for service members who unknowingly use prohibited supplements, allowing commanding officers to avoid disciplining first-time offenders if they meet a "good faith standard," such as purchasing from Department of Defense retail facilities or relying on an outdated list. The bill also clarifies that possessing non-controlled prohibited supplements does not constitute drug abuse under military law. Within specified timeframes, the Defense Department must update existing policies, improve the Operation Supplement Safety website with advanced search tools and artificial intelligence capabilities, review how to incorporate dietary supplement education into military training, and submit implementation reports to Congress at 120 days, one year, two years, and annually for five years after enactment.
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