The FY25 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes several provisions aimed at improving access to childcare for military families. Key measures include $6.83 million for the design of new Child Development Centers at NAS Oceana and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, as well as efforts to reduce bureaucratic red tape to increase provider availability and capacity. Additionally, the NDAA addresses access to reproductive health, mental health services, and other support for servicemembers and their families. The Act has received support from various members of Congress, including Rep. Matt Gaetz, who highlighted $800 million in additional investment for Northwest Florida, and Rep. Tony Gonzales, who emphasized the importance of providing reliable and affordable childcare to enable servicemembers to focus on their missions.
Last week the House Armed Services Committee passed the FY25 National Defense Authorization Act. I am proud that this bill authorizes $6.83 million to go towards the design of two new Child Development Centers at NAS Oceana and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story. As a working Mom of… https://t.co/szah2I61YT
Our military families in Northwest Florida deserve more options when it comes to childcare services. Getting bureaucratic red tape out of the way will bring more providers in, allow more construction to increase capacity, and nurture the workforce to staff childcare centers. https://t.co/TnTEAIkrnb
It's critical we ensure our veterans are informed of the programs available to them in an efficient & direct way. I'm proud to co-lead legislation that will give America’s heroes the tools available to succeed in transitioning to civilian life & bolster employment opportunities. https://t.co/zYy198owoV
I've said it before: our servicemembers cannot focus on their mission if they're worried about finding quality child care. But this is a reality too many of our men and women in uniform face—and one that I'm doing everything I can to fix. https://t.co/lZPrR76hOA
The Northwest Florida military mission has had more than $800 million in additional investment during my time in Congress. I’m proud to have secured big wins for our service members in this year’s National Defense Authorization Act! 🇺🇸 https://t.co/EivvVg2ZMI
My staff and I stand ready to help any veterans in the 41st Congressional District who need assistance receiving the benefits they earned. Our veterans served our country, that's why I'm determined to do everything in my power to help them. https://t.co/2s851Ge9NR
I’m proud of the provisions I secured in this NDAA to support servicemembers and their families. These include improvements in access to reproductive health, mental health services, child care and more. I will keep fighting to ensure they have the resources and support they need. https://t.co/8MIqxdEpFy
I’ll always put our military families, veterans, and servicemembers at the front of the line. Proud to have secured tangible results for our troops in Congress! 🇺🇸 https://t.co/WB4haVTOSx
Access to reliable and affordable childcare is a top concern for military families ⬇️ https://t.co/2gf3cCvndn 🧵The FY25 #NDAA has several provisions aimed at improving access to childcare. https://t.co/WJfHO0rnwd