Mr. President, investing in weapons and technology is important, but strengthening our military also means supporting the men and women who wear the uniform. And this bill has their back for one. It authorizes the first increase in active duty and strength in several years. And it will help ensure that we can sustain the record recruitment levels that we've seen this year. It also supports critical investments in service member quality of life. (03:08–03:15)
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Asserts the NDAA authorizes an increase in active duty personnel.
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