Washington, D.C. - The Appropriations Committee voted yesterday to pass the Fiscal Year 2011 Military Construction-Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, which funds military construction, veterans’ hospitals, and educational benefits for veterans.  The legislation includes $2,000,000 for the 14^th Congressional District to relocate the main gate at Moffett Federal Airfield for the 129^th Rescue Wing of the California Air National Guard.  Rep. Anna G. Eshoo (D-Palo Alto) requested funding for this project.

“After we successfully secured a permanent home for the 129^th earlier this year, relocating the main gate was the first priority to meet necessary anti-terrorism and security requirements,” Rep. Eshoo said.  “I’m extremely pleased about the funding for this project so the 129^th can continue their excellent service to our region and California.”

The funding will include the cost of demolishing the old gate, moving it to a new location, and putting in new security measures to ensure the gate meets post-9-11 anti-terrorism standards. Having passed the Committee, the Fiscal Year 2011 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act will now be considered by the full House.

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