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July 12, 2023
"Fentanyl is a horrendous drug that has crept into our homes and schools. It’s produced and trafficked by China and other countries that are interested in destroying the lives of Americans," said Congressman Lamborn. "Educating students and providing lifesaving Narcan to schools will help us combat the Fentanyl crisis in our own communities.”
July 7, 2023
Lamborn said on May 13 that he aims to speed up the “way too slow” hypersonic weapons systems development programs, primarily by increasing funding for “different testing capabilities and facilities.”
July 5, 2023
In the letter, Lamborn and Crow asked Kendall to incorporate recommendations made in the two watchdog reports into his final decision, including their conclusion that the initial decision didn't give sufficient weight to urgent national security concerns that could be addressed by standing up a fully operational Space Command in roughly half the time it would take to build it from the ground up.
Denver Chamber floats proposal for Space Command amendment in Biden bill
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Denver Chamber floats proposal for Space Command amendment in Biden bill
By Dennis Huspeni The Denver Gazette
"The DoD OIG report substantiated issues with the decision process, and specifically emphasized another criterion that was not adequately considered in the previous basing decision: the importance of reaching FOC as quickly as possible," the lawmakers wrote. "As America’s competitors rapidly advance their space warfighting capabilities, organizing our own space assets rapidly is of the greatest importance."
June 30, 2023
"The Supreme Court has struck down the Biden administration's reckless student loan forgiveness bailout. As a result, the 87% of hard-working American taxpayers who are debt-free will no longer have to cover for the remaining 13%," Lamborn tweeted, adding, "Pleased to see SCOTUS stand for accountability."
June 27, 2023
“Iran currently has enough nuclear material for several nuclear weapons and is likely months away from producing a nuclear weapon,” said Congressman Lamborn. While the Biden administration has failed to convince Iran to abandon this path, I am pleased to co-lead this bipartisan bill declaring that is it the policy of the United States, our allies and partners. Crucially, this legislation recognizes and supports the freedom of action of our allies and partners to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, including Israel. We must pressure the Ayatollah’s regime and contest their malicious and destabilizing ambitions.”
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June 23, 2023
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Lamborn joined other members of Congress and leaders of the pro-life movement to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Dobbs decision and recognize the right to life for all, including the unborn.
June 22, 2023
“As Chairman of the Strategic Forces Subcommittee, I am pleased to vote for the FY24 NDAA that bolsters deterrence against the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), accelerates our hypersonic capabilities, and responds to growing nuclear and strategic threats to our homeland and forces, allies, and partners abroad,” said Congressman Lamborn. “This year’s NDAA provides our military with the funding it needs to counter China’s aggression while holding the Biden administration accountable for its woke and progressive policies. The NDAA will hold the Department of Defense’s feet to the fire to rapidly procure and urgently expand necessary missile defense, nuclear, military space, and hypersonic capabilities.
“I am pleased that my amendments to the NDAA advance multiple priorities for national security, including making the nuclear sea-launched cruise missile a program of record, requiring the Department to accelerate hypersonic capability development, advancing missile defense concepts, adding funding for applied research and education in military space, and establishing a Space National Guard.
“This markup ensures that our men and women in uniform have the tools and resources they need to serve and defend our nation. I applaud House Armed Services Committee Chairman Rogers for his leadership on this crucial legislation.”
June 22, 2023
HASC members also want more insight into the Pentagon’s missile defense plans. An amendment from Rep. Doug Lamborn (R-Colo.) would require the Air Force and U.S. Strategic Command to brief Congress on how they are integrating the Space Development Agency’s planned megaconstellation of low-Earth orbit satellites—called the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture—into the military’s broader missile warning enterprise.
June 22, 2023
Rep. Doug Lamborn, R-Colo., offered an amendment that would require the Space Force to report back to the committee on what actions the service is taking to mitigate disruptions to launch ranges, whether from natural causes like weather events or from man-made threats.
“The committee understands that successful space launch depends on multiple factors including the security of the launch range and installation,” the bill states. “The security of launch sites and protection of outside interference are necessary for assured access to space.”
June 22, 2023
With the House now in GOP control for the first time since 2018, Republicans, led by Colorado Rep. Doug Lamborn were able to approve a provision that directs the Pentagon to establish a program of record for a low-yield nuclear cruise missile. Experimentation for such a weapon has effectively been on life support since the White House last year expressed opposition to its development, citing fears it would increase the possibility of nuclear-armed conflict.