Congressman Costa Responds to Base Closure Announcement

CONGRESSMAN COSTA RESPONDS TO BASE CLOSURE
ANNOUNCEMENT

Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Costa responded to the initial list of
this year's round of base closures.
Both Lemoore Naval Air Station and the 144th Fighter Wing received a net gain
according to the Department of Defense recommendations for base closures and
realignments.
"I would like to thank Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfield and the Base
Realignment and Closure Commission for understanding the crucial role that
Lemoore and the 144th currently play in maintaining America's security both
home and abroad, and for recognizing the important role they will play in the
future," stated Costa.
Over the last several months, Congressman Costa has contacted the Secretary
of Defense and President Bush several times regarding the important work that
Lemoore Naval Air Station and the144th do for the Central Valley and the
protection the bases provide for the West Coast.
"In addition to Lemoore and the 144th protecting our homeland security, these
bases also provide secondary benefits to the local economy. Both of these
bases receiving a net gain this is great news for the Central Valley," Costa
concluded.
Congressman Costa is available for comment. Please call the numbers
below to set up an interview.

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