Rep. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th District | Congressman Mark Alford Official website
Rep. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th District | Congressman Mark Alford Official website
Earlier today, Congressman Alford and his colleagues on the House Armed Services Committee passed the FY25 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) out of committee by a vote of 57-1. The package includes several provisions that Congressman Alford secured for Missouri’s 4th District and the national security community.
The report language addresses various topics:
- Army Force Structure Impacts on basic combat training, including increasing basic training numbers at Fort Leonard Wood.
- The role of the B-21 in potential China conflict/Indo-Pacific conflict.
- Expanding munitions for the B-2, specifically the Guided Bomb Unit-62 Joint Direct Attack Munition housed at Whiteman Air Force Base.
- Army Future Soldier Preparation Course expansion.
- Army Criminal Investigative Division (CID) Training at Fort Leonard Wood.
- Implementation of the Blended Retirement System.
Funding allocations include:
- $120 million for Fort Leonard Wood Advanced Individual Training Barracks, Phase II.
- $19.5 million for flightline fueling facilities at Whiteman Air Force Base.
- An additional $10 million for 7.62 mm ammunition and $15 million for .50 caliber ammunition at Lake City Ammunition Plant.
- Full funding for B-2 and B-21 bombers.
- $271 million for advanced procurement of the F-15EX Fighter Jet.
Additional provisions cover:
- Strategic telecommunications and cybersecurity to enable Department of Defense investment in cyber/information in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Limiting funds availability for travel by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering until delivery of a strategy required for replacing the B-83 Nuclear Gravity Bomb.
- Fencing 25% of travel funds for the Secretary of Air Force until providing a Guard and Reserve Squadron plan from FY24 NDAA.
- An F-16 Taiwan Refueling Logistics Briefing to ensure Taiwan receives over 60 F-16s appropriately.
- Isostaic Pressure Advanced Armor Production authorization.
- Allowing Service Academy Cadets/Midshipmen to play professional sports in conjunction with recruiting duty.
Congressman Mark Alford issued a statement: “Once again, I am honored to play a role in the passage of our annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This critical piece of legislation ensures our military maintains its position as the world's leading fighting force. This year’s NDAA takes substantive steps to deter China in the Indo-Pacific, prioritize the quality of life for our service members, and protect Missouri’s military assets. The House Armed Services Committee is working to align our resources and efforts towards fostering a resilient, robust, and mission-focused military. I’m proud to have voted favorably out of committee and will continue to work with my colleagues as it advances to the House floor.”
Chairman Mike Rogers added: “Rep. Alford’s commitment to providing for our military is resolute,” said Chairman Mike Rogers (R-Ala.). “Since day one, Rep. Alford has worked around the clock to strengthen our military and improve quality for our servicemembers and their families. I thank Rep. Alford for his continued leadership on the House Armed Services Committee.”
Media inquiries should be directed to Austin Higginbotham at 770-519-7894.
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