Our brave men and women in uniform sacrifice everything to protect our freedom and way of life. As they face determined enemies, it is our duty as Congress to ensure that they are fully equipped to do their jobs as safely and effectively as possible. They deserve the full support of the people they are …

For months we have been talking about the readiness crisis our military is facing. That’s right, crisis. Due to mammoth budget cuts to defense spending, military equipment, the same tools and weapons designated for our safety, are failing and endangering those who work to maintain them. The unfortunate and unacceptable reality is that there are …

“Today we are outranged, outgunned, and outdated.” -General Daniel B. Allyn Our servicemen and women are flying broken airplanes, cannibalizing equipment, and forfeiting training hours for maintenance work. Budget cuts to defense spending have created a readiness crisis for our troops. This is more than a disservice; it is an issue of safety for ourselves …

“NDAA will help modernize our military equipment, restore our military readiness, and provide a much-deserved pay raise to our troops” -House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers In case you’re too busy, here’s a quick summary: -For years, our military has been facing a readiness crisis due to massive budget cuts in defense funding. -The …

Washington, D.C. – House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) released the following statement after the House passed the final version of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018 (H.R. 2810). Sponsored by House Armed Services Committee Chair Mac Thornberry (R-TX), the bill rebuilds our military through equipment modernization and improves readiness. It also reforms the …

Tell us what you think of the NDAA for FY18! ‘Freedom isn’t free’ is more than a patriotic proverb to those who have seen the face of war and dedicated their lives to the protection of our freedoms. For the heroes living among us, this phrase is a regular reminder of the life they’ve chosen …

“Our nation stands for so much – freedom, democracy, and opportunity – yet it’s only through the protection provided by our brave men and women in uniform that this remains possible.” WASHINGTON, DC – House Republican Conference Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) issued the following statement today after the House passed H.R. 1735, the National …

“82% of the American people said they wanted Congress to work together to achieve what is best for the country. And in the last five months, that is exactly what we have done. And you know what – we’ve done it because we have listened to you.” Republican Leadership Press Conference May 13, 2015 Participants: Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) …