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House Committee Advances Defense Bill with Pay Raise, Ukraine Aid

7/17/2025

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The House Armed Services Committee has taken a significant step by advancing a defense policy bill that promises a 3.8% pay raise for service members and allocates $400 million to bolster Ukraine's military efforts. Additionally, the bill firmly prohibits the restoration of Confederate names on military bases, setting a clear stance as lawmakers work to reconcile differing Pentagon funding proposals for the National Defense Authorization Act.

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The House Armed Services Committee has taken a significant step by advancing a defense policy bill that promises a 3.8% pay raise for service members and allocates $400 million to bolster Ukraine's military efforts. Additionally, the bill firmly prohibits the restoration of Confederate names on military bases, setting a clear stance as lawmakers work to reconcile differing Pentagon funding proposals for the National Defense Authorization Act.