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Dale Strong appointed to influential House Appropriations Committee

U.S. Representative Dale W. Strong, a Republican from Alabama, has been appointed to the influential Appropriations Committee by House Republican Leadership during his second term in Congress. “It’s past time we put America First.

By Huntsville Leader | Dec 13, 2024

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House passes defense bill emphasizing service member welfare and regional investments

U.S. Representative Dale Strong has announced the House's approval of the Senate amendment to H.R. 5009, known as the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025.

By Huntsville Leader | Dec 11, 2024

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House passes SHIELD Act targeting CCP amid national security concerns

By Huntsville Leader | Dec 10, 2024

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives approved the Strategic Homeland Intelligence and Enforcement Legislation to Defend (SHIELD) Against CCP Act, proposed by Representative Dale W. Strong from Alabama's 5th District.

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House passes act including repair provision for Wilson Lock

By Huntsville Leader | Dec 10, 2024

Today, the House of Representatives approved the Water Resources Development Act of 2024.

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Dale W. Strong earns top rating from anti-illegal immigration group

By Huntsville Leader | Dec 6, 2024

Congressman Dale W. Strong has been awarded an A+ rating by NumbersUSA, an organization focused on opposing illegal immigration.

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House passes bill reorganizing Northern District of Alabama court

By Huntsville Leader | Dec 3, 2024

The U.S. House of Representatives has unanimously passed a bipartisan bill introduced by Congressman Dale W. Strong aimed at reorganizing the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama.

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Strong introduces bill to extend CyberCorps scholarship program

By Huntsville Leader | Nov 21, 2024

Congressman Dale Strong of Alabama has introduced the "CyberCorps Enhancement Act of 2024," a bipartisan effort aimed at extending the CyberCorps Scholarship for Service (SFS) Program.

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Representative Strong introduces bill targeting non-citizen voters

By Huntsville Leader | Nov 1, 2024

Today, Representative Dale W. Strong introduced the Deport Illegal Voters Act in Washington.

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Court ruling on Alabama voter rolls draws criticism from Congressman Strong

By Huntsville Leader | Oct 16, 2024

Congressman Dale W. Strong has expressed strong opposition to a recent court ruling that allows non-citizens to remain on Alabama's voter rolls. The United States District Court for the Northern District of Alabama decided to grant injunctive relief, preventing Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen from removing illegal aliens from these rolls.

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Strong introduces bill promoting small modular reactors

By Huntsville Leader | Sep 20, 2024

This week, Congressman Dale W. Strong (AL-05) introduced legislation aimed at advancing the research, development, demonstration, and commercial application of Small Modular Reactors (SMR) and micro-reactors in the United States.

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Supplemental spending bill signed to address VA shortfalls

By Huntsville Leader | Sep 20, 2024

Congressman Dale W. Strong expressed his support for a supplemental spending bill aimed at addressing shortfalls in the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill was recently signed into law.

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Congressman Strong supports SAVE Act requiring citizenship proof for voter registration

By Huntsville Leader | Sep 18, 2024

Congressman Dale W. Strong of Alabama has voted in favor of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which mandates documentation of citizenship for voter registration and requires states to remove non-citizens from voter rolls.

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Congressman Strong announces ceremony honoring Vietnam veterans from Alabama's Fifth District

By Huntsville Leader | Jul 30, 2024

This September, Congressman Dale W. Strong (AL-05) will host a 50th anniversary pinning ceremony for Vietnam Era War veterans residing in Alabama’s Fifth Congressional District. The event aims to honor those who served in any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces between November 1, 1955, and May 15, 1975.

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Strong to host Military Service and Academy Day at Huntsville High School

By Huntsville Leader | Jul 30, 2024

Congressman Dale W. Strong (AL-05) will host a Military Service and Academy Day on August 17 for high school students interested in military service or attending one of the U.S. service academies.

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Rep. Dale W. Strong supports Marshall Space Flight Center during NASA Reauthorization Act

By Huntsville Leader | Jul 10, 2024

Rep. Dale W. Strong (AL-05) joined his colleagues on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee for a full committee markup of H.R. 8958, the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2024.

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Rep. Strong advocates for Marshall Space Flight Center during NASA reauthorization

By Huntsville Leader | Jul 10, 2024

WASHINGTON—Today, Rep. Dale W. Strong (AL-05) joined his colleagues on the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee for a full committee markup of H.R. 8958, the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2024.

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Congressman Strong raises concerns over Veterans Affairs' Beneficiary Travel Self-Service System

By Huntsville Leader | Jun 20, 2024

WASHINGTON — Earlier this week, Congressman Dale W. Strong (AL-05) wrote to Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Denis R. McDonough, expressing concern over the efficiency of the VA’s Beneficiary Travel Self-Service System (BTSSS).

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House passes FY25 national defense authorization act

By Huntsville Leader | Jun 14, 2024

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 8070, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25), by a vote of 217-199. Representative Dale W. Strong (AL-05), a member of the House Armed Services Committee, voted in favor of the bill.

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Congressman Strong commends Boeing and NASA on successful Starliner launch

By Huntsville Leader | Jun 5, 2024

WASHINGTON – Congressman Dale W. Strong released a statement on the successful launch of the Boeing Starliner in Cape Canaveral, Florida:

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Strong introduces bill targeting drone threats

By Huntsville Leader | Jun 3, 2024

Representative Dale W. Strong (R-AL) has introduced H.R. 8590 to address the growing threat posed by unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, and ensure the safety and security of Americans.