Defense & National Security

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R. 2810, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2018, by a vote of 344 – 81. The NDAA authorizes funding for the U.S. Department of Defense, establishes our national security priorities for the next fiscal year, and provides crucial resources for service members and their families. “Just think about the threats that America faces, most especially from ISIS and the pursuit of nuclear technology by Iran and ... Read more

Washington, D.C. – The day I was sworn in as your Representative in Congress, I took an oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic. There is no promise that I take more seriously than this one. For too long, our military has struggled to complete the tasks they’ve been given – not because of a lack of skill or dedication, but because the government has failed to provide our men and women in uniform with the tools and resources neces... Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Jody Hice (R-GA) today released the following statement regarding yesterday’s U.S. military airstrikes in Syria: “My heart aches at the horrific images that came out of Syria earlier this week. I stand with the President and commend his swift and decisive action. I have the deepest appreciation for our brave men and women in uniform for their efforts and execution which make it possible for the United States to send a strong message to Assad and the international c... Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) today voted in favor of H.R. 1301, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2017, which provides responsible funding for the Department of Defense. The measure passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 371 – 48. Representative Hice released the following statement after the bill’s passage: “There is no higher Constitutional obligation than to provide for our national security. Without question, rebuilding our milita... Read more

Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representative passed S. 84, legislation which will provide an exception to a limitation against the appointment of a person as Secretary of Defense who is within seven years of having left active duty as a regular commissioned officer of the Armed Forces. Congressman Hice released the following statement after the passage of the legislation: “As an intelligent and seasoned warrior, General James Mattis will serve our country with bravery and honor as ... Read more

Washington, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed S. 2943, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017, with the support of Congressman Hice. This legislation authorizes funding for the Department of Defense and includes important national security policies. Congressman Hice released the following statement after the passage of the bill: “In recent years, America’s national security capabilities have been hampered and hollowed out by the unwillingness of the Pres... Read more

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Jody Hice (R-GA) voted in favor of H.R. 5351 to prohibit the transfer or release of any individual detained at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba to the United States or a foreign country until the end of the year or enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2017. Congressman Hice, a cosponsor of this bill, released the following statement after the bill’s passage: “The simple truth is that these detainees – the most hardened and highly tr... Read more

Washington D.C. – Today, the House of Representatives, with the support of Congressman Hice, passed H.R. 5293, the Department of Defense Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2017, which provides responsible funding for the Department of Defense. The measure passed by a vote of 282 - 138. Congressman Hice released the following statement following the bill’s passage: “The current administration has weakened our military as we continue to face threats from radical Islamic terrorists. It is imperativ... Read more

Washington D.C. – Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) released the following statement after yesterday’s terrorist attack in Orlando: “Our Nation has sustained another attack at the hands of a radical Islamic terrorist. Reports state that the terrorist had sworn allegiance to ISIS. This attack is unfortunately just the latest example that these terrorist thugs will stop at nothing to import their extremist ideology and violence to our homeland. As we pray for the victims and families of this senseless... Read more

Washington D.C. – This week, Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) introduced H.R. 5047, the Protecting Veterans’ Educational Choice Act of 2016, so that those who have so valiantly served our country receive the counsel they need to make informed scholastic decisions. This bipartisan bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to include information about the educational services available to all veterans seeking to use their Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits and requires VA counselors to inform vet... Read more