Funding is Part of the FY 2009 Continuing Resolution
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Arlen Specter and Bob Casey announced today that the full U.S. Congress and the President have approved federal funding for several defense-related projects in Northwestern Pennsylvania as contained in the Fiscal Year 2009 Continuing Resolution (HR 2638).
“I am pleased that my colleagues have recognized the valuable contribution these projects will make to our nation’s defense,” said Senator Specter. “Pennsylvania is a top competitor for defense projects that create jobs and strengthen our economy and these funds will go far in supporting the brave men and women who serve our country.”
“The projects will play an important role in strengthening our nation’s military readiness and promoting job creation in Pennsylvania,” said Senator Casey. “I am pleased that my colleagues have approved this important funding to improve Pennsylvania’s military installations and strengthen our nation’s defense.”
The continuing resolution was passed by both houses of Congress and signed into law Tuesday by President of the United States.
Funding has been approved for the following Northwestern Pennsylvania defense projects (if a House Member also requested the project, his name is indicated in parentheses):
· $2 million for Lord Corporation in Erie County to complete development of an in-flight propeller balancing system to decrease vibration levels in C-130 aircraft. (Phil English)
· $1.2 million for Axion Power International in Lawrence County to develop a lighter, more reliable power source for marine combat vehicles than current lead-acid batteries. (Jason Altmire)
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“I am pleased that my colleagues have recognized the valuable contribution these projects will make to our nation’s defense,” said Senator Specter. “Pennsylvania is a top competitor for defense projects that create jobs and strengthen our economy and these funds will go far in supporting the brave men and women who serve our country.”
“The projects will play an important role in strengthening our nation’s military readiness and promoting job creation in Pennsylvania,” said Senator Casey. “I am pleased that my colleagues have approved this important funding to improve Pennsylvania’s military installations and strengthen our nation’s defense.”
The continuing resolution was passed by both houses of Congress and signed into law Tuesday by President of the United States.
Funding has been approved for the following Northwestern Pennsylvania defense projects (if a House Member also requested the project, his name is indicated in parentheses):
· $2 million for Lord Corporation in Erie County to complete development of an in-flight propeller balancing system to decrease vibration levels in C-130 aircraft. (Phil English)
· $1.2 million for Axion Power International in Lawrence County to develop a lighter, more reliable power source for marine combat vehicles than current lead-acid batteries. (Jason Altmire)
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