Schumer, Clinton: Congress Approves $6.878 Million for Military Construction Projects in Auburn

SCHUMER, CLINTON: CONGRESS APPROVES $6.878 MILLION FOR MILITARY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS IN AUBURN

US Senators Charles Schumer and Hillary Rodham Clinton announced today that a Congress had given final approval for $2.472 million for the National Guard Organizational Maintenance Shop and $4.406 million for the National Guard Readiness Center in Auburn.

The news came as the House and Senate approved the FY 2005 Department of Defense Military Construction Appropriations Bill. The bill will now go to the President for his signature.

"The citizen soldiers of New York's National Guard have selflessly sacrificed to fight the war abroad and to defend our security at home," said Senator Schumer. "The government owes them nothing less than to support them with the absolute best training and equipment available. By making good on that responsibility and contributing to the local economy, this funding is a win-win for Auburn."

"The members of our National Guard playing an increasingly important role in operations both at home and overseas, serving their country with honor and distinction and making incredible sacrifices. Now more than ever is it critical that we give them the best equipment, the most advanced tools and the best training possible. The authorization of these funds represents a significant commitment to our National Guard members," Senator Clinton said.