U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas

WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas (NH-01) released the following statement after President Trump vetoed the National Defense Authorization Act of 2021:

“At a time when our nation faces unprecedented challenges at home and abroad, President Trump’s reckless and irresponsible veto of the National Defense Authorization Act only serves to create more instability and hinder our ability to keep America safe,” said Congressman Chris Pappas. “The President’s veto hurts U.S. service members, puts our national security in jeopardy, and delays funding important initiatives, including cleaning up PFAS contamination at military sites like the former Pease Air Force Base.”

“This legislation passed with overwhelming, bipartisan support in both houses of Congress, and vetoing it serves only to delay these critical funds from being distributed – including pay raises for our military members serving in harm’s way. That is why on Monday, I will return to Washington to stand with our service members and vote to override President Trump’s veto. I urge my colleagues in both parties to do the same.”

This year’s NDAA includes several provisions Pappas fought for including:

Help for military installations to clean up PFAS contamination and expand federal efforts to research the health implications of PFAS

$160 million for projects at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard which will allow it to continue playing a critical role in our nation’s military readiness

Stopping a DOD plan that would bar veterans and active duty family members from accessing military treatment facilities across the country, including in Portsmouth.

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