Rep. Sewell Votes for Annual Defense Bill

Statement

Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022. This bipartisan bill strengthens America's security and meets the needs of our servicemembers, veterans, and military families. Among its many provisions, the bill bolsters pay and improves benefits for servicemembers, combats sexual assault in the military, invests in our HBCUs, and modernizes our defense technology to keep America safe.

"Ensuring that our brave men and women in uniform have the resources they need to defend our nation is one of my most solemn responsibilities as a Member of Congress and one that I do not take lightly," said Rep. Sewell."This defense bill not only meets the needs of our servicemembers, but also invests in HBCUs, combats sexual assault in the military, promotes climate resiliency, and strengthens our national security."

"From Maxwell Air Force Base and the 187th Fighter Wing in Montgomery to the shipbuilding industry in Mobile and missile defense in Huntsville, Alabama is home to countless servicemembers whose brave sacrifices keep our nation safe and secure," continued Sewell. "I'm proud that this year's defense bill gives our troops a well-deserved pay raise and uplifts our military families with critical support."

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