Arrington Celebrates Passage of Largest Investment in Dyess Air Force Base History

Washington, D.C. – House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after passage of H.R. 8469 , the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Act . “The first and most important responsibility of the federal government is to provide for the common defense. This year’s Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill delivers on that duty by strengthening America’s military readiness and advancing President Trump’s Peace Through Strength agenda. “I’m especially proud this legislation delivers the largest investment in the history of Dyess Air Force Base — providing more than $164 million for critical B-21 Raider infrastructure and security upgrades, nearly double the previous record appropriated investment we secured just last year. When I met with Airmen and base leadership at Dyess Air Force Base, we discussed the urgent need for these exact infrastructure improvements to support the B-21 beddown mission, strengthen operational readiness, and ensure Dyess remains at the forefront of America’s long-range strike capability. “From securing Dyess as the future home of the B-21 Raider and protecting the B-1 mission through 2030, to delivering year after year of historic investments in infrastructure and modernization, strengthening and safeguarding Dyess’ mission for generations to come has remained one of my top priorities. These investments will help ensure the Big Country remains the tip of the spear of America’s air arsenal and a cornerstone of our national defense. “This bill also fully funds veterans’ health care and benefits, invests in mental health and suicide prevention programs, and strengthens the military infrastructure needed to deter our adversaries and defend the homeland. “I will never stop fighting to ensure our warfighters have what they need to succeed on the battlefield, our veterans receive the support and resources they deserve, and the Big Country remains at the forefront of America’s national defense mission.” – Chairman Arrington. Investment in Dyess Air Force Base: This legislation delivers the largest investment in Dyess Air Force Base history, providing more than $164 million for critical B-21 Raider infrastructure and security upgrades. Provides $4.5 million for gate repairs and design at Dyess Air Force Base, one of only 18 Community Project Funding requests included for Fiscal Year 2027. Provides $160 million for B-21-related infrastructure and facilities, equal to the President’s Budget Request for Fiscal Year 2027, including: $74 million for the Low Observable Corrosion Control Facility. $63 million for the Flight Simulator Facility. $23 million for electrical utilities site improvements. ###