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Lawmaker Instrumental in Securing Funds to Increase Job Security for Michigan Workers and Troops’ Safety

October 5, 2009 -- Detroit, MI — Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick (MI-13) today announced that General Dynamics Land Systems of Sterling Heights has been awarded a $430 million contract from the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development, and Engineering Center (TARDEC).

Under the five-year contract, General Dynamics Land Systems will provide manufacturing and engineering services to assist TARDEC with its core focus areas, including system engineering, intelligent ground systems, vehicle electronics and architecture, and software.    » read more »

MCKINNEY, Texas, Oct. 7, 2009 -- The U.S. Army has awarded Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) a $13 million contract to develop additional sensor prototypes for the Advanced Distributed Aperture System, which gives helicopter pilots 360-degree situational awareness.

The award is the first extension of the Joint Capability Technology Demonstration contract, initially funded in September 2008.

The Army launched the ADAS program to assist pilots flying at low levels. The original system provides up to six infrared sensors and a combined helmet display showing a full view of the cockpit and other parts of the helicopter, including the engines and tail rotor.    » read more »

October 01, 2009 -- Washington, DC – Senator Robert C. Byrd, D-W.Va., today announced that the Defense Department’s Inspector General will investigate the U.S. Army’s response to the 2003 exposure of hundreds of U.S. soldiers to the deadly chemical sodium dichromate in Iraq.    » read more »

September 15, 2009 -- Washington, DC – Senator Robert C. Byrd, D-W.Va., today announced the award of a $9.7 million Department of the Army contract to Alliant Techsystems (ATK) located at the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL) in Rocket Center. The monies will be used for the continued production of fuses for the M-228 Practice Grenade. The practice grenade simulates the performance of the lethal hand grenade, including weight and fuse function to provide the soldier with realistic training in a safe environment.    » read more »

June 9, 2009 -- WASHINGTON, DC – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate the following individuals for key administration posts: Joseph Westphal, Under Secretary of the Army, Department of Defense; Robert V. Abbey, Director, Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior; Sam D. Hamilton, Director, Office of Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Interior; Deborah A. P. Hersman, Chairman, National Transportation Safety Board; Richard A. Lidinsky, Jr., Commissioner, Federal Maritime Commission; and Harry Hoglander, Re-nominated to serve as Board Member, National Mediation Board.    » read more »

June 2, 2009 -- Diplomatic Room -- THE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon, everybody. As President and Commander-in-Chief, I have no greater responsibility than the security of the American people. And keeping the American people safe demands keeping our armed forces strong -- the soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen who bear the burden of America's defense.    » read more »

June 2, 2009 -- WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate United States Congressman John M. McHugh as Secretary of the Army, Department of Defense.    » read more »

June 2, 2009 -- Washington, D.C. – As President Obama plans to nominate New York Congressman John McHugh as the Secretary of the Army, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement praising the decision, and congratulating her friend and colleague:

“I’ve known Congressman McHugh for many years and I’ve seen his dedication to our country.

“Congressman McHugh’s commitment to public service is inspiring. For nearly 20 years, he’s represented an area that’s home to one of the nation’s proudest, bravest Army posts: Fort Drum. He’s brought outstanding representation to the families in his district for a generation and will now bring that same leadership to benefit all Army families across the country.    » read more »

June 2, 2009 -- WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., today made the following statement regarding U.S. Rep. John McHugh’s nomination to serve as Secretary of the Army:

“President Obama couldn’t have made a wiser choice. John, a close friend for many years, cares deeply about men and women in uniform. He will be a superb civilian steward of the U.S. Army.”

Source: Senator Saxby Chambliss

May 27, 2009 -- WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Sam Brownback (R-KS), U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS), U.S. Congressman Todd Tiahrt (R-Goddard) and Lieutenant General Jack. C. Stultz, Chief, U.S. Army Reserve, today announced the Army Reserve will soon begin building up a new command and control unit in Kansas. The 451st Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC) will be located at the Lanny J. Wallace Army Reserve Center in Wichita.    » read more »

FORT MONMOUTH, N.J., May 26, 2009 -- A team led by Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) received an indefinite delivery-indefinite quantity award for the U.S. Army Battle Command Development contract.

The Battle Command Development contract, managed by the U.S. Army Communications and Electronics Command, is a five-year, multi-award vehicle worth up to $777.4 million.

The award enables the Raytheon team to compete for task orders that will enhance and maintain the capabilities of the Army Battle Command System. The ABCS consists of products that have been developed by battle command organizations. These products are used throughout theater and lack commonality.    » read more »

May 18, 2009 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Assistant Senate Majority Leader Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced that President Obama’s choice to be Assistant Secretary for Manpower and Reserve Affairs within the Department of the Army, Tom Lamont, was confirmed unanimously by the United States Senate earlier this evening.

“With years of experience in the Illinois Army National Guard, Tom Lamont has a deep understanding of the needs of the Army,” said Durbin. “He is a dedicated public servant with exceptional knowledge and expertise in both the legal and legislative processes. President Obama made the right choice when he nominated Tom for this position and I look forward to working with him in the future.”    » read more »

May 15, 2009 -- Washington, DC. – Following months of consultations involving Idaho Senator Mike Crapo, Idaho Army National Guard personnel, and Congressional and Guard representatives from other states, the U.S. Army has agreed on an upgrade of the Apache helicopter fleet stationed at Boise’s Gowen Field.

The decision means Idaho will receive new AH-64D Apache Longbows, the Army’s top attack helicopter and a major improvement in equipment and training for the 1-183rd Aviation Battalion of Army Guardsmen and other employees stationed and training at Gowen Field.    » read more »

May 13, 2009 -- New York Governor David A. Paterson issued the following statement after the announcement that President Barack Obama has nominated the Adjutant General of New York, Major General Joseph J. Taluto, to be promoted to lieutenant general and assigned as Director of the Army National Guard. Governor Paterson nominated Major General Taluto to be considered for this position.

“Major General Joseph Taluto has been a dedicated officer in the New York National Guard for more than 40 years and his selection not only reflects his great ability and tremendous leadership style, but the talent and expertise New York can offer to the rest of the Nation. I congratulate President Obama for his decision to nominate Major General Taluto to serve as Director of the Army National Guard.    » read more »

May 11, 2009 -- WASHINGTON -- Advances in neuroscience research could benefit the Army, particularly in areas of soldier training and education. However, an emerging trend of using individual variability in neural processes such as cognition, stress response, and decision making to improve group performance is likely to challenge conventional approaches to training and educating soldiers, says a new report from the National Research Council.    » read more »