U.S. Representative Bill Flores (R-Texas) issued the following statement regarding House passage of S. 2943, the Conference Report to accompany the FY 2017 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):

“Congress has a duty to ensure our military has every resource necessary to fight and defeat the threats that exist in the world today. With passage of the National Defense Authorization Act, we provide America’s uniformed men and women with the tools and support they need and deserve. It gives our troops a much needed pay raise and ensures that promises made to them are kept. This strong defense bill will reinforce our national security and help bring our military into the 21st century. It is imperative that we continue working to strengthen our national defense and support our military men and women who are committed to protecting this great nation.”

Congressman Bill Flores represents the 17th District of Texas and is an entrepreneur, former energy executive, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chairman of the Republican Study Committee (RSC)  and member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee.

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