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Article: HOUSE BEGINS DEBATE ON DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION BILL
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- US Fed News Service, Including US State News
- Article date:
- May 22, 2008
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Rep. Rosa L. DeLauro, D-Conn. (3rd CD), issued the following news release:
As the House of Representatives begins debate on the Defense Authorization Bill for fiscal year 2009, Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) praised the bills commitment to support our troops and to provide the necessary resources to protect the American people and our national interest. As with last year's Defense Authorization, the bill again focuses on restoring our military readiness; taking care of our troops and their families; increasing focus on the war in Afghanistan ; and improving interagency cooperation, oversight, and accountability.
"This is a well-crafted bill that will meet our military's current and ...