"We are at a critical point in our nation's history – it's today's investments in our defense that will ensure the success of our warfighters on the battlefields of the future. The FY23 NDAA is a bipartisan and bicameral agreement that makes the investments our military needs to maintain overmatch with China – from boosting deterrence to securing our supply chain this legislation demonstrates strength in the face of China's threats. I am also proud that the FY23 NDAA supports our servicemembers by repealing the COVID-19 vaccine mandate as well as providing a boost in servicemember pay and allowances to counteract the effects of Biden's inflation.
"The FY23 NDAA also continues to bolster the crucial role that Alabama plays in our national defense by reversing President Biden's dangerous cuts to our missile defense, supporting the work done at the Anniston Army Depot and expanding and modernizing our shipbuilding, among other initiatives.
"Our nation's freedom hinges upon American servicemembers having the resources and weapons they need to keep our nation safe. Providing for our national defense is the most consequential responsibility that the U.S. Constitution granted Congress – the National Defense Authorization Act remains a vital part of fulfilling that commitment to our servicemembers and our nation."
