National Defense

Today, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) supported final passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which continues to rebuild and strengthen our military. The bipartisan legislation is the military’s annual policy bill that authorizes funding levels for our nations National Security and Defense programs. “While the passage of this vital legislation to support our… Read more »

Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) issued the following statement in response to the Air Force’s announcement reconfirming the decision to base up to three F-35 squadrons at Tyndall Air Force Base: “Today President Trump and Vice President Pence reaffirmed their commitment to fully rebuilding Tyndall Air Force Base for the 5th generation fighter by 2023. This announcement gives… Read more »

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Today, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) expressed his frustration with the House version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The Senate passed an overwhelmingly bipartisan NDAA in June by an 86-8 vote. The hyper partisan House version (H.R. 2500) passed today by a vote of 220 to 197 with no Republicans voting for passage. The House version of the NDAA has zero chance of… Read more »

Last night, the House passed Congressman Neal Dunn’s (FL-02) amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) aimed at protecting the Department of Defense from cyber warfare as they implement new Artificial Intelligence technologies. Dunn introduced the amendment as the Future Defense Artificial Intelligence Technology Assessment (DATA) Act in May of this year.… Read more »

Today, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) supported the passage of H.R. 2157 - Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2019, which passed the House 257 to 150. Congressman Dunn worked with the House Appropriations Committee to ensure adequate funding was included for the rebuild of Tyndall Air Force Base and Camp Lejeune. “While less than we worked for, this disaster supplemental is a step in… Read more »

Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) issued the following statement after the Air Force announced its intent to move the Formal Training Unit for the F-22 Raptor fighter jet from Tyndall Air Force Base to Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, Virginia: “These squadrons were a great part of our community for years and will continue to make America great at their new home. We look forward to… Read more »

Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) urged Congress to immediately pass disaster supplemental funding in light of Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson’s announcement that critical readiness projects are being suspended: “Congress must pass a disaster supplemental bill immediately. “I have worked this issue for months, emphasizing the humanitarian needs in my district and the… Read more »

Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) commended Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson today for announcing Tyndall Air Force Base as the future home to three squadrons of F-35s. The announcement comes as Tyndall is working to rebuild after Hurricane Michael devastated the base in October. “These squadrons of F-35s are the future of the Air Force and will strengthen our national security, while… Read more »

Today, Congressman Neal Dunn (FL-02) supported final passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which continues to rebuild and strengthen our military. The bipartisan legislation is the military’s annual policy bill that authorizes funding levels for the Department of Defense. “Our military has been shorted on vital funding over 8 years, leaving our troops with… Read more »