Huntsville Leader

WASHINGTON— U.S. Representative Dale W. Strong (AL-05), a member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), released a statement following the approval of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement Act and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 by the Committee, with a vote of 57-1. The FY25 NDAA (H.R. 8070) now awaits consideration on the House floor.

“Defending our national security is one of my top priorities as North Alabama's representative. It’s undeniable that this great nation faces unprecedented threats from across the globe. This NDAA addresses those threats head on," said Representative Dale W. Strong. “Unlike any defense authorization before it, this NDAA includes provisions that are laser-focused on improving the quality of life for our troops, including a massive pay raise for our lower enlisted service members, sweeping on-base housing reform, and permanent authorization of the Military Spouse Career Accelerator pilot program.”

HASC Chairman Mike Rogers (AL-03), a longtime supporter of Redstone Arsenal and Alabama’s defense industry at large, commented on Rep. Strong’s involvement with the Committee and FY25 NDAA: “Rep. Strong is a tireless advocate for North Alabama,” said Rogers. “Thanks to Rep. Strong’s leadership on the House Armed Services Committee, the FY25 NDAA will strengthen our military, support our servicemembers and their families, and champion the vital role Alabama plays in bolstering our national defense.”

For the second consecutive year, Rep. Strong initiated the NDAA process by hosting a virtual overview session and an in-person listening session with constituents and industry representatives. He has committed to advocating for strategic national security programs and provisions that directly benefit North Alabama, Redstone Arsenal, and Alabama as a whole.

“I am proud of the provisions in the FY25 NDAA that support the critical role North Alabama plays in our national defense,” said Strong. “I thank Chairman Rogers for his hard work to support our service members and I look forward to advancing this bill to the full House.”

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) authorizes policy and appropriations for various defense-related activities within multiple departments including Defense and Energy sectors related to nuclear weapons programs. More than 700 amendments were negotiated during its formulation. The act authorizes $883.7 billion for these activities and now heads to consideration by the full House.