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Rogers hopes 100 percent of the military will receive the COVID-19 vaccine

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced that he will seek President Joe Biden's approval to mandate COVID-19 vaccines for service members.

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August 10, 2021

Congressman Rogers supports Biden’s airstrikes in Syria

The Department of Defense said that the strikes were against an Iranian-backed militia position in Syria.

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March 1, 2021

Shelby: Troy facility awarded $200 million Coast Guard contract

The Sikorsky helicopter plant in Troy employs approximately 400 people.

January 23, 2021

Carl, Sewell and Rogers support waiver for Gen. Austin to serve as defense secretary

The House voted in favor of the waiver permitting Gen. Austin to serve as secretary of defense.

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January 22, 2021

Shelby applauds Senate passage of defense funding

The conference report passed the Senate by a vote of 84 to 13. It authorizes a total of $740.5 billion for national defense priorities.

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December 11, 2020

House passes National Defense Authorization Act

The NDAA includes an amendment authorizing the construction of an additional ship by Austal USA in Mobile.

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December 9, 2020

Shelby applauds Air Force decision to site MH-139 Grey Wolf helicopters at Maxwell

The decision to base the unit at Maxwell is a major development for Montgomery.

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November 21, 2020

Special waterfowl hunting days announced for youth, veterans and active military personnel

On those days, military personnel on active duty, veterans and youth under age 16 who are accompanied by a licensed adult hunter may hunt for waterfowl statewide.

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November 20, 2020

Today is Veterans Day

Veterans Day is the national and state holiday where America honors the men and women who have worn the uniform of the nation’s armed forces.

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November 11, 2020