FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 21, 2004
SCHUMER CLINTON: SENATE APPROVES $6.8 MILLION FOR MILITARY
CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN AUBURN
Funding part of Department of Defense Military Construction
Appropriations approved by the Senate
US Senators Charles E. Schumer and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced
today that the Senate has given preliminary approval for $2.472
million for the National Guard Organizational Maintenance Shop and
$4.406 million for the National Guard Readiness Center in Auburn.
The news came as the Senate approved the FY 2005 Department of
Defense Military Construction bill late Monday night. With its passage
by the Senate, the bill will now be sent to conference with the
House version before being approved by Congress.
"The citizen soldiers of New York's National Guard have selflessly
sacrificed to fight the war abroad and to defend our security at
home," said Senator Schumer. "The government owes them
nothing less than to support them with the absolute best training
and equipment available. By making good on that responsibility and
contributing to the local economy, this funding is a win-win for
Auburn."
"The members of our National Guard playing an increasingly
important role in operations both at home and overseas, serving
their country with honor and distinction and making incredible sacrifices.
Now more than ever is it critical that we give them the best equipment,
the most advanced tools and the best training possible. These funds
represent a significant commitment to our National Guard members,"
Senator Clinton said.
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