Warner Applauds Passage of Annual Defense Bill

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) today applauded the Senate passage of the final, compromise text of the nation’s annual defense bill, theNational Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).This bill, which includes key Warner-led priorities, previously passed the House, and now awaits the President’s signature.

“As the world becomes more dangerous and the technology available to our allies and adversaries alike becomes increasingly more complex, I’m pleased to see the Senate pass this bipartisan legislation,”said Sen. Warner.“This legislation will strengthen our military, provide greater support to servicemembers, bolster our technological capabilities, and address challenges across the globe.”

For the Commonwealth, this bill:

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