I am proud to be here to rise in strong support of the National Defense Authorization Act. While I am concerned that this bill contains a few very dangerous provisions, especially related to civil service reform, I believe that this bill makes strides to help our men and women in uniform. This bill allows for an average pay raise of 4.1 percent for all personnel, reduces out-of-pocket expenses for housing, and eases the financial burdens when reservists are mobilized. I had the privilege of accompanying Chairman David Hobson and four other Members of Congress on a visit two weekends ago to the Middle East where we received briefings in Kuwait and Bahrain and Baghdad.
Sean Reyes: “I am proud to be here to rise in strong support of the National Defense Authorization Act. While I am concerned that…”
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Expressing support for the National Defense Authorization Act during a House floor speech.
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