Ricketts Celebrates Signing of Defense BILL INTO LAW

WASHINGTON, D.C. –Today, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) recognized President Trump’s signing of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) into law.  The NDAA authorizes funding levels and authorities for the U.S. military.  This ensures American forces have the tools they need to carry out their missions.
“The United States must deterCommunist China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea,”said Senator Ricketts.“By restoring peace through strength, this NDAA will help us deter our adversaries and keep Americans safe.  The NDAA also delivers for Nebraska.  It authorizes key funding to provide our servicemembers with the capabilities needed to keep Nebraskans safe.  I appreciate Senator Deb Fischer and Congressman Don Bacon’s leadership on the Armed Services Committees.  Together, we’re ensuring our military has what it needs to defend us.”
Nebraska-Specific Wins:
Wins in the NDAA:
Ricketts’AUKUS Improvement Act: