Congressman Troy Downing (MT-02) has voiced his support for the passage of S. 1071, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026. The legislation includes authorization of $3.85 billion in funding for the Ground Based Strategic Deterrence Program, also known as Sentinel, for the upcoming fiscal year.
Downing emphasized the importance of strengthening national security through continued investment in defense programs. “Now more than ever, America is being called upon to deliver peace through strength,” said Congressman Downing. “With this mandate comes no shortage of adversaries who wish our great nation harm. That’s why today, I supported legislation that invests in our national security by authorizing funding for the Sentinel program at Malmstrom Air Force Base. Sentinel is a cornerstone of America’s land based nuclear deterrence and brings highly specialized jobs to Great Falls. I’m proud of this vote and will always put our men and women in uniform first.”
The NDAA provides funding that supports both military readiness and local economies, such as those surrounding Malmstrom Air Force Base.
