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Washington, D.C., Dec 5, 2007 - Congressman J. Randy Forbes (VA-04) was named Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee Readiness Subcommittee today by full Committee Ranking Member Duncan Hunter (CA-52).

“Randy Forbes brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this position that will benefit our Members, his constituents, and the men and women who wear the nation’s uniforms. As the Ranking Member on the Readiness Subcommittee, he will work to ensure our military has the proper tools, facilities and training to fulfill its missions,” said Ranking Member Hunter.

Congressman Forbes has been a Member of the House Armed Services Committee since taking office in 2001. On the Committee, Congressman Forbes had worked to provide the military with the tools necessary to best defend the United States while ensuring that service members and their families receive the training and support necessary to best complete their mission.

As a Member of the Armed Services Readiness Subcommittee, Congressman Forbes has overseen the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process. His work in the most recent BRAC process will nearly double the personnel assigned to Ft. Lee, VA and kept Defense Supply Center Richmond open. The Readiness Subcommittee also oversees about 30% of the Defense budget authorizations, military construction and housing, shipyard issues, and military readiness, including training, logistics, and maintenance.

“I am honored to be able to better serve our Armed Forces and the Fourth District as Ranking Member on this important Subcommittee. Virginia has a strong tradition of military leadership in its elected officials and I hope to continue the strong path laid out by the late Congresswoman Jo Ann Davis on the Readiness Subcommittee,” said Rep. Forbes. “This is a critical time for our nation’s military and there is much that can be accomplished to both better defend our country and improve the quality of life for our service members.”

Congressman Forbes was awarded the U.S. Navy’s highest civilian honor, the Distinguished Public Service Award, for his committed service and leadership in supporting the U.S. Navy. To learn more about the House Armed Services Committee and the Readiness Subcommittee, visit: http://armedservices.house.gov/. To learn more about the Congressman’s work on defense, visit: http://forbes.house.gov/issues/defense.htm.

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