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Moolenaar Delivers for America's National Security

September 26, 2018

Today, the House of Representatives passed legislation funding the military for next year.

The legislation includes the largest pay raise in nine years for America's men and women in uniform and it builds off of the increase passed last year.

The bill will also provide the military with the resources it needs to support America's allies and to defeat enemies on the battlefield. It includes funding for new ships, submarines, aircraft, and tanks. The legislation originated in the House Appropriations Committee and more information on the legislation is available here.

Congressman John Moolenaar is a member of the House Appropriations Committee. He voted for the bill and made the following statement:

"I voted to give our brave men and women in uniform the largest pay raise in nine years because they put their lives on the line to keep our country safe. It is a strong follow-up to the legislation that was signed into law earlier this month to provide for our veterans with record-funding at the VA and more support for VA Choice. Our servicemembers and veterans deserve our support for the sacrifices they make and this legislation will help them and their families while keeping our country safe."

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