Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement on President Trump’s Executive Orders to restore the focus of the military on lethality by gutting the DEI bureaucracy, ending far-left gender ideology, and reinstating servicemembers who were discharged due to their refusal to take the COVID-19 vaccine. “President Trump ... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement in support of President Trump’s executive order strengthening U.S. missile defense. “I’m thrilled to see President Trump prioritize the modernization and expansion of U.S. missile defense. “In the FY24 NDAA, our committee removed outdated policy limitations that prevented... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement applauding the Senate confirmation of Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense. “Congratulations to Pete Hegseth on his Senate confirmation to be the next Secretary of Defense. I look forward to working closely with him to strengthen our military and restore American deterre... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement in support of Executive Actions by President Donald Trump to secure our southern border. “Border security is national security. The actions taken by President Trump are crucial to help stem the tide of illegal immigrants, lethal drugs, criminals, and terrorists crossing o... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement on President Trump’s Executive Action to end DEI programs across the federal government. “On his first day in office President Trump is already restoring the focus of our military on lethality by putting an end to woke DEI programs. “HASC Republicans are ready to get to w... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Mike Rogers (R-AL) and Adam Smith (D-WA), Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, announced subcommittee rosters for the 119th Congress. Rogers and Smith also announced that Representatives Rob Wittman (R-VA) and Don Davis (D-NC) will serve as Vice Chairman and Vice Ranking Member. Subcommittee on Tactical Air and Land Forces: Rob ... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, delivered the following opening remarks at an organizational meeting for the 119th Congress. Chairman Rogers’ remarks as prepared for delivery: Before we begin consideration of the business before us, I want to recognize myself for a few minutes to welcome everyone to the Armed Services Commi... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, announced the House Armed Services Committee members and subcommittee chairs for the 119th Congress. "I am pleased to announce subcommittee leadership and welcome seven new members to the House Armed Services Committee for the 119th Congress. “The Armed Services Committee has the crucial task... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement honoring the fifth anniversary of the creation of the U.S. Space Force. “The threats facing our nation have only grown more dangerous and more complex in the five years since the creation of the Space Force. As we’ve increased our focus on Space, so have China and Russia.... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, delivered remarks at a CSIS Aerospace Security Project event reflecting on the Space Force’s accomplishments and mission five years after its creation. A livestream of the event can be found HERE. Chairman Rogers’ remarks as prepared for delivery: This is quite the moment, it’s hard to believ... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Mike Rogers (R-AL) and Adam Smith (D-WA), Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement in remembrance of former U.S. Congressman and HASC Member John Spratt of South Carolina, who died over the weekend at the age of 82. “John was a true public servant who took his responsibilities as an elected official ... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement applauding House passage of H.R. 5009, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025. “The FY25 NDAA gives junior enlisted servicemembers a historic 14.5% pay raise; boosts funding for housing; expands access to ... Read More »
Compromise Defense Bill Would Give Junior Troops 14.5% Pay Raise in 2025 By Rebecca Kheel December 09, 2024 Military.com Junior enlisted service members will get a 14.5% pay raise next year under a compromise defense bill expected to pass Congress this month. Under a deal reached by the House and Senate over the weekend, this year's National Defense Authorization Act, or NDAA, will allow all servi... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – Today, Blue Star Families, Military Family Advisory Network, Military Officers Association of America, and National Military Family Association announced their support for H.R. 5009, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25). “We applaud Congress's strong bi-partisan commitment to improving quality of life fo... Read More »
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representatives Mike Rogers (R-AL) and Adam Smith (D-WA), Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, and U.S. Senators Jack Reed (D-RI) and Roger Wicker (R-MS), Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today released the text of the final negotiated language for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year ... Read More »
