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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 10, 2004

SCHUMER: CONGRESS AUTHORIZES $8.7 MILLION FOR DEFENSE PROJECTS AT FORT DRUM

Funding is part of Department of Defense Authorization bill passed by Congress

US Senator Charles E. Schumer today announced that Congress has authorized an additional $8.7 million for military construction projects at Fort Drum, including $3 million for a Defense Live Fire Range and $5.7 million to upgrade educational facilities. The news came as Congress approved the FY 2005 Department of Defense Authorization bill which will now await the President’s final signature.

"Ft. Drum's 10th Mountain Division has been at the front line in our nation's war on terror around the world, and the men and women stationed at Ft. Drum make a vital contribution to the community surrounding the base," said Senator Schumer. "The brave and selfless men and women of Ft. Drum deserve nothing less than our utmost support and I'm proud that this new fire range and the facility improvements will provide them with the best training and equipment possible."

The funds will be used to build a state of the art live fire range for training purposes and to improve the base’s educational transition facilities.

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