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Representative Strong introduces bill targeting non-citizen voters

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

By Huntsville Leader | Nov 1, 2024

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Court ruling on Alabama voter rolls draws criticism from Congressman Strong

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.

By Huntsville Leader | Oct 16, 2024

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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.

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House committee approves FY25 National Defense Authorization Act

By Huntsville Leader | May 23, 2024

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.

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Strong advocates for North Alabama defense priorities during NDAA markup

By Huntsville Leader | May 22, 2024

WASHINGTON—U.S. Representative Dale W. Strong (AL-05), a member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), is participating in the markup of H.R. 8070, the “Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act” for Fiscal Year 2025.

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Legislation seeks expanded definition for aiding enemy under UCMJ

By Huntsville Leader | May 21, 2024

WASHINGTON – Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), along with Representatives Dale Strong (R-AL), Chris Deluzio (D-PA), and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), introduced the Safeguarding Tactics and Operational Procedures (STOP) from Enemies Act of 2024 in the House of Representatives. This legislation aims to amend the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) to expand the definition of aiding the enemy to include providing military education, military training, and tactical advice to a foreign adversary. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) introduced the companion...

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Jackson County to return to Huntsville TV market in 2024

By Huntsville Leader | May 6, 2024

Congressman Dale W. Strong (AL-05) has announced that Jackson County will be reassigned to the Huntsville DMA (Designated Market Area) in the fall of 2024. This decision comes after an overwhelming majority of Jackson County residents expressed their reliance on Huntsville television stations for severe weather coverage and state-specific news.

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Strong Introduces Bipartisan SERVICE Act to Support Veterans, Law Enforcement

By Huntsville Leader | Apr 29, 2024

WASHINGTON – Representatives Dale W. Strong (R-AL), Lou Correa (D-CA), Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL), and Glenn Ivey (D-MD) have introduced the H.R. 8140, the “Supporting Every at-Risk Veteran In Critical Emergencies (SERVICE) Act,” with 13 additional Members joining as original cosponsors.The bill aims to establish a pilot program allowing local law enforcement agencies to utilize Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grants to set up dedicated "Veterans Response Teams" within departments to address emergency calls involving...

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Strong Opposes Ukraine Aid, Supports Israel

By Huntsville Leader | Apr 20, 2024

WASHINGTON – Today, the House of Representatives passed three supplemental appropriations bills. Congressman Dale W. Strong (AL-05) took a firm stance on the allocations, expressing his views on the support for different countries.In a statement, Congressman Strong highlighted his position on the funding bills, stating, “For months, House Republicans have been promising our constituents that we would not support additional Ukraine funding while President Biden refused to secure our own borders. So far under President Biden, more than 9 million illegal aliens have crossed...

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FISA Reforms Prohibit Political Spying & Support Law Enforcement

By Huntsville Leader | Apr 12, 2024

WASHINGTON – Congressman Dale W. Strong (AL-05) expressed his satisfaction with the passing of the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act, emphasizing the importance of preventing political spying and supporting law enforcement.“In 2016, the FBI used information paid for by the Hillary Clinton campaign to secure a FISA warrant authorizing federal spying on President Trump’s campaign. It was the greatest political scandal in U.S. history, and if this bill had been in place at the time, it wouldn’t have happened,” stated Congressman Strong.Highlighting the...