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National Defense Authorization Act Passes; Congressman Owens Comments

Act Bans Funds for Base Realignment and Includes 1.8% pay raise

WASHINGTON—Today, Congressman Bill Owens joined a bipartisan group of colleagues in the House of Representatives to pass H.R. 4435, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2015 by a vote of 325 – 98.

Owens praised steps to strengthen review of sexual assault charges, ban the use of funds for a new round of Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC), raise pay for military personnel by 1.8% with extended pay and bonuses, and fund a new East Coast missile defense interceptor system.

“This legislation addresses many critical issues that affect the lives of our military personnel at Fort Drum and across the country, including protections against base closure and a well-deserved pay raise that exceeds the President’s request,” Owens said. “Congress should finish its work on defense authorization quickly so these important steps can be implemented without further delay.”

Congressman Owens is a Member of the House Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Defense, which appropriates funding for programs authorized by the NDAA.