Constitution State News

WASHINGTON–U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) announced the inclusion of several Connecticut priorities in the Fiscal Year 2024 Military Construction and Veterans Administration Appropriations bill. The bill includes $112.5 million for the Pier 31 Extension at the New London Submarine base and $219 million for the Weapons Magazine & Ordnance Operations Facility at the New London Submarine Base.

Committee passage is the first step in the process, and funding will only be made available when the bill is passed by Congress and signed into law. Murphy and Blumenthal are committed to pushing for passage and ensuring Connecticut priorities are reflected in the final spending package.

“This is a major investment in the New London Sub Base that will create good-paying jobs and ensure the base continues to be the finest in the world. These projects will make room for two more Virginia-class submarines on Pier 31 and modernize the weapons storage facilities to current standards. Senator Blumenthal, Rep. Courtney and I will continue to fight to approve final funding for these projects this year,” said Murphy.

“These major federal investments will support the unparalleled national defense efforts at Submarine Base New London and expand critical health services for veterans across the state. I am proud to see major funding allocated to the Pier 31 extension project to ensure the Submarine Base can support the next generation of Virginia Class Submarines. These funds are critical for our naval and underwater defense and security,” said Blumenthal.

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