2023 News

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• Federal bill bolsters CT defense companies nuclear submarine deal

  Connecticut’s defense companies and submarine industrial base will once again see major investments in a bill that Congress needs to pass annually to authorize military spending.

• USS Rickovers Commissioning Sends Message Of Strength To Nations Allies And Adversaries

• Naval Submarine Base in Groton honors Vietnam War era veterans

  Addressing more than 20 fellow Vietnam War era veterans and their family members, plus Naval Submarine Base personnel, retired Navy Major Daniel M. Eddinger said Wednesday that Vietnam veterans “have lived a long long time with a little black cloud over their head” but stood up to say: never again.

• Only 3D printing can get the Navys submarine plan back on track admiral says

  The U.S. Navy must 3D-print more parts if it is to build three submarines per year, a top program manager said Wednesday.

• As Connecticuts Electric Boat Thinks Big On Hiring US Navy Adding Small Subs

  As General Dynamics Electric Boat works on a new submarine variant for "seabed warfare" missions, the Pentagon is looking to add a fleet of smaller drone subs to take on clandestine missions that would give commanders far more flexibility.

• Governor Lamont Announces Launch of Recruitment Initiative for the Connecticut National Guard

  Governor Ned Lamont today announced the creation of a state initiative to help incentivize prospective members to join the Connecticut National Guard. The initiative, known as the Joint Enlistment Enhancement Program (JEEP), will provide current and retired members of the Connecticut National Guard with the financial incentive of $500 per qualified lead that results in enlistment or commissioning.

• Coast Guard RD Center showcases work welcomes commandant

  Monday was a rare opportunity for the public to see the work the Coast Guard Research and Development Center is doing with autonomous aircraft systems, drug interdiction, polar technologies and more, during a science-fair-style open house that followed a private ceremony with Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Linda Fagan.

• Biden looks to boost military spouse employment with new order

  White House officials will boost hiring help for military spouses seeking government jobs through a new executive order unveiled during a presidential visit Friday to Fort Liberty in North Carolina.