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Strengthening US Defense: New F-35C Jets for Oceana Base

This House Resolution calls for Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia to remain a critical base for future F-35C fighter jets. This aims to ensure the East Coast of the US maintains modern defense capabilities, impacting national security and regional stability. The decision could also lead to local infrastructure investments and job creation related to base operations.
Key points
Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia is designated to receive modern F-35C aircraft, strengthening East Coast defense capabilities.
The Navy is urged to maintain a dual-coast basing strategy for F-35C squadrons to ensure readiness and operational flexibility.
The Secretary of the Navy is to provide a detailed plan for integrating F-35C squadrons at NAS Oceana, including necessary construction and training.
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Additional Information
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia Beach, Virginia, should remain a critical component of the future carrier-based strike fighter capability of the Navy and receive F-35C squadrons as part of the modernization strategy of the Navy.
Print number: HRES 572
Sponsor: Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2]
Process start date: 2025-07-10