RELEASE: REP. HILL SUPPORTS A STRONG NATIONAL DEFENSE
WASHINGTON, D.C.,
December 14, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. French Hill (AR-02) today released the following statement after the House passed the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes important provisions for military bases throughout Arkansas:
“Ensuring we have a strong national defense is one of my top priorities in Congress. Today, I was proud to stand on behalf of our brave men and women in uniform who selflessly serve our nation to make sure our service members are taken care of nationwide. This bill directly benefits Arkansas by securing continued funding for Little Rock Air Force Base and construction projects at Ebbing Air National Guard Base, as well as designating a National Cold War Center at Blytheville Air Force Base. I will continue to fight on behalf of our brave men and women and their families to make sure they have the support they deserve and have earned.”
Further Background:
H.R. 2670 - 2024 National Defense Authorization Act: This bill includes the largest basic pay increase for service members in over 20 years, counters our foreign adversaries, provides Department of Defense support in securing our southwest border, and more.
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