McConnell Secures Priorities for Kentucky Military Installations, Blue Grass Army Depot in National Defense Bill

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"Our Nation faces growing threats from Russia, China, and Iran, whose shared interest in global chaos threatens our way of life. This moment demands American strength and real-dollar investments into establishing effective deterrence against our adversaries. This starts here at home with ramping up production of defense materials at installations like Blue Grass Army Depot. This year, the Depot safely destroyed the last of our country's chemical weapons, which Kentucky has been home to for decades. Even as these efforts approach their end, the Depot's facilities and workforce remain critical assets to the Army. I'm glad to see this year's National Defense Authorization Act advance the Depot's important role in defense production. This legislation lays the groundwork for Blue Grass Army Depot to take on new missions and deliver the resources our Armed Forces need to confront these threats. This year's National Defense Authorization Act makes long-overdue investments in our military strength to keep pace with our adversaries and counter growing threats to America and our allies. Kentucky plays a central role in achieving our national security priorities with three premier Army installations and the Kentucky Army National Guard. This legislation deepens Kentucky's commitment to our common defense and makes an important down payment on rebuilding the defense industrial base here in the Commonwealth. It also includes multiple provisions that bolster Fort Knox's ability to recruit, train, and retain our Nation's servicemembers. And it honors our sacred obligation to support our men and women in uniform and all those who have fought to defend our freedoms abroad."

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