Press Releases

Reps. Turner and Tsongas Introduce Legislation to Target Sexual Assault in the Military
May 10, 2010
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Michael R. Turner and Niki Tsongas (D-MA) today introduced the Defense Sexual Trauma Response, Oversight and Good Governance Act (The Defense STRONG Act), bipartisan legislation to expand legal rights for service members who have been the victims of sexual assault, and to improve the training in the military related to prevention of this crime. .
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Congressman Mike Turner Marks Military Spouse Appreciation Day
May 5, 2010
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"Our thoughts and prayers are often with the brave men and women of our armed forces who serve overseas and here at home. It's all too easy to forget that many leave spouses and children at home while they carry out their sometimes dangerous duties. .

Since 1984, the Friday before Mother's Day has been designated as Military Spouse Appreciation Day. President Ronald Reagan designated the day to honor military spouses for the role they play in our nation's defense.

Turner Casts Ballot for Wright Brothers Statue in the Capitol
May 2, 2010
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Congressman Mike Turner travelled to Carillon Park to cast his ballot for a statue of the Wright Brothers to replace the statue of Governor Allen in the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C and encouraged area residents to vote prior to the June 12 deadline. .

On Monday, May 3, Congressman Mike Turner travelled to Carillon Park to cast his ballot for a statue of the Wright Brothers to replace the statue of Governor Allen in the Capitol Building in Washington, D.C and encouraged area residents to vote prior to the June 12 deadline.

Reps. Turner and Tsongas Introduce Legislation to Target Sexual Assault in the Military
April 28, 2010
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Reps. Michael Turner (R-OH) and Niki Tsongas (D-MA) today introduced The Defense STRONG Act, bipartisan legislation to expand legal rights for service members who have been the victims of sexual assault, and to improve the training in the military related to prevention of this crime. .

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Reps. Turner, Herseth Sandlin Welcome Defense Secretary Gates' "Fresh Look" at Military Child Custody Rights
April 28, 2010
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Following a meeting at the Pentagon today with Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, U.S. Representatives Michael R. Turner and Stephanie Herseth Sandlin (D-SD) expressed appreciation for the Secretary's acknowledgement of the problem posed by use of deployment as a criterion in deciding child custody cases, as well as for his commitment to "take a fresh look" at protecting the rights of our servicemen and women in child custody disputes. .

Following a meeting at the Pentagon today with Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, U.S. Representatives Michael R.

Rep. Turner, Senators Voinovich and Brown lead delegation efforts to secure retired NASA Space Shuttle Orbiter for NMUSAF
April 25, 2010
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U.S. Congressman Mike Turner and Ohio Senators Sherrod Brown and George Voinovich authored a letter signed by the entire Ohio Congressional Delegation to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to expressing continued strong support for the transfer of a retired space shuttle orbiter at the National Museum of the United States Air Force at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. .

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Rep. Turner Amendment to Strengthen Personnel Training
April 22, 2010
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The House Armed Services Committee today passed H.R. 5013, the Implementing Management for Performance and Related Reforms to Obtain Value in Every (IMPROVE) Acquisition Act. During the markup, the committee unanimously approved an amendment offered by Representative Mike Turner (OH-3), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee, to strengthen training of military personnel in acquisition jobs. .

The House Armed Services Committee today passed H.R.

Rep. Turner Concerned Administration is Diminishing U.S. Nuclear Options
April 20, 2010
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The House Armed Services Committee recently heard testimony from senior Administration officials on the Executive Branch's nuclear weapons policies, posture, and force structure. Congressman Mike Turner focused his questions on the New START Treaty with Russia and the Administration's Nuclear Posture Review. .

The House Armed Services Committee recently heard testimony from senior Administration officials on the Executive Branch's nuclear weapons policies, posture, and force structure.

Turner Announces Service Academy Appointees for the Class of 2014
April 12, 2010
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U.S. Congressman MikeTurner announced his nomination of the following eight students who have received appointments to a Service Academy in the graduating class of 2014. .
U.S. Congressman Mike Turner announced his nomination of the following eight students who have received appointments to a Service Academy in the graduating class of 2014.

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Austin Stenta, Lebanon High School
Zachary Harnish, Wright State University
Zack Schretzman, Springboro High School
McKeon, Turner Welcome the Release of Nuclear Posture Review
April 5, 2010
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The top Republicans on the Armed Services Committee and the Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee today welcomed the release of the Administration's delayed Nuclear Posture Review, a top-to-bottom review of the United States' nuclear policies, capabilities, and requirements. .

The top Republicans on the Armed Services Committee and the Armed Services Strategic Forces Subcommittee today welcomed the release of the Administration's delayed Nuclear Posture Review, a top-to-bottom review of the United States' nuclear policies, capabilities, and requirements.