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Washington, DC—March 25, 2024…Congressman Steve Womack (R-AR), Senator John Boozman (R-AR), and Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) secured nearly $291 million for Ebbing Air National Guard Base in FY24 Appropriations bills.

Congressman Womack said, “Fort Smith will be the premier location for F-35 FMS training and Singapore's F-16 mission. I'm proud of our work to secure vital investments for Ebbing Air National Guard Base, promoting Arkansas' role in bolstering national security and boosting the region's economy. This ensures the installation receives the necessary funding to build infrastructure and keeps the mission beddown on schedule. I look forward to hearing the 'Sound of Freedom' very soon in the River Valley!”

Senator Boozman said, “I’m proud to work with Congressman Womack and Senator Cotton to secure funding for Ebbing Air National Guard Base that will make it the premier pilot training center in the country. This investment will enhance the base infrastructure to deliver on-time training for our partners. I look forward to continuing our work to deliver resources in support of the new mission.”

Senator Cotton said, “I'm pleased that this funding resulted in Ebbing Air National Guard Base receiving over $207 million. Our delegation's efforts ensure that Arkansas will continue to lead the way in securing our national defense.”

The FY24 Defense Appropriations bill was signed into law Saturday, which delivered nearly $208 million for the Foreign Military Sales mission's future pilot training sites and pilot training center.

The FY24 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill was signed into law on March 9, which delivered $83 million for Ebbing Air National Guard Base construction, planning, and design.