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VA SR108
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bill DeSteph
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AI Summary
- Senate resolution commending Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia Beach as the ideal home base for the U.S. Navy's F-35C Lightning II stealth strike fighter fleet
- Beginning in 2029, the Navy plans to transition seven squadrons of F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornets to F-35C fighters
- NAS Oceana serves as the Navy's East Coast Master Jet Base, with existing infrastructure including runways, hangars, simulators, and maintenance capabilities suited for fifth-generation aircraft
- Home basing the F-35C fleet at NAS Oceana would sustain thousands of local jobs and contribute to the Hampton Roads regional economy while strengthening national defense readiness
- Directs the Clerk of the Senate to present a copy of the resolution to NAS Oceana recognizing its contributions to national defense
Legislative Description
Commending Naval Air Station Oceana.
Last Action
Agreed to by Senate Block Vote (Voice Vote)
3/10/2026
Full Bill Text
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