WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after key legislative priorities were secured in the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act.

Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) said, “After fighting to secure key wins for our state, I’m glad to see them included in the final bill. These provisions strengthen our military, support Hoosier innovation, and give our servicemembers the tools they need to keep America safe.”

Provisions secured by Senator Banks in the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act:

Crane MILCON funding

$72 million in military construction (MILCON) approved to build a new pyrotechnics production facility at Crane Army Ammunition Activity.

Separately, a funding b

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