As part of the recently passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2026, Senator Jon Husted announced that $60 million has been allocated to support military installations in Ohio. The legislation aims to bolster the state’s role in national security and provide additional resources for defense-related activities.
“Ohio makes the things that keep America safe. From Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton and NASA Glenn in Cleveland to the Neil Armstrong Test Facility in Sandusky and the new Anduril facility at the Rickenbacker Air National Guard Installation, this bill supports and creates Ohio jobs and further strengthens the leadership role our state plays in national defense,” said Husted.
He added, “The investments in this bill will help build the next generation of American defense, strengthening the safety and security of our nation. The men and women who serve our country and sacrifice every day for our freedoms deserve the very best, innovative, Made-in-America technology.”
Husted also highlighted provisions aimed at supporting military personnel: “The men and women of our Armed Forces, along with their families, give of their time, talent and treasure for our safety, and this bill also delivers a much-needed pay raise for active-duty personnel.”
He concluded by reaffirming his commitment to Ohio’s servicemembers: “Ohioans can always count on me to put Ohio first and stand fully behind our troops. Peace is preserved through strength, and this bill keeps America in a position to deter our adversaries. I will always fight to make sure our servicemembers have the tools they need to succeed and return home safely.”
The NDAA serves as an annual law authorizing budgets and setting policies for Pentagon operations as well as other defense activities. This year’s act includes a 3.8% pay increase for military members, intended to ensure that compensation remains ahead of inflation.
The inclusion of these measures continues Husted’s previous efforts supporting major defense assets such as Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and NASA Glenn Research Center.
