Washington, DC  -  A key subcommittee handed the Anniston Army Depot some big legislative victories today, funding key programs at or above levels that help strengthen the Depot’s long-term future.

Congressman Mike Rogers (R-Saks) said the Army’s Stryker combat vehicle, two-thirds of which are assembled at the Depot in partnership with General Dynamics and one-third in New London, Ontario, received $955 million to build the Stryker’s fourth brigade, for a total of 301 vehicles. Rogers also said the committee was considering advance appropriations for the Stryker’s fifth and sixth brigades, but had not yet confirmed the specific dollar amounts.

“While the appropriations process is just beginning, the bottom line is these developments go a long way to help create jobs and ensure the Depot’s future,” Rogers said.

The Third District legislator also noted $155 million to rebuild the Army’s Abrams M1A2 tanks, a larger-than-expected sum originating from negotiations in the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. A large portion of these funds will go to the Depot for overhauling and enhancing the tank’s war fighting capabilities.

“I certainly appreciate the hard work and dedication of Congressman Rogers for bringing these initiatives to my attention. His advocacy and tenacity have been vital in securing Committee support for these items,” added Subcommittee Chairman Jerry Lewis (R-Ca.).

Rogers also listed over $4 million for the Depot’s missile recycling program, a new Army initiative that brings both positive economic and environmental activity to northeast Alabama.