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Congressman Mike Turner, co-chair of the Historic Preservation Caucus, released the following statement after the Senate passed the National Park Service Centennial Act, which includes the National Historic Preservation Amendments Act, legislation he authored to reauthorize the Historic Preservation Fund:

"Last night, the Senate acted to advance legislation to preserve our nation's historic places, parks, and sites for future generations. Reauthorizing the Historic Preservation Fund has been a priority of mine this Congress. I am pleased it has passed both chambers and is headed to the President's desk for his signature."

Congressman Turner released the following statement following the death of astronaut and former Ohio Senator John Glenn:

"I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of John Glenn. During my tenure as Dayton's mayor, I was lucky enough to work with him while he served in the Senate. John Glenn was an American treasure and a champion for Ohio. Our state and nation has lost a part of its history today with his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this trying time."

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Congressman Mike Turner, Chairman of the House Armed Services Tactical Air and Land Subcommittee, was awarded the Distinguished Public Service Award by Secretary of the Air Force Deborah James. Congressman Turner released the following statement:

Congressman Mike Turner, co-chair of the Historic Preservation Caucus, released the following statement after the House passed the National Park Service Centennial Act, which includes the National Historic Preservation Amendments Act, legislation he authored to reauthorize the Historic Preservation Fund:

"Today, the House acted to advance legislation that is critically important to preserving our nation's historic places, parks, and sites for future generations. I have championed the reauthorization of the Historic Preservation Fund, and am proud that it has passed the House.

Congressman Turner, Chairman of the House Armed Services Tactical Air and Land Subcommittee, released the following statement after the House passed the National Defense Authorization Act for FY17.

"I am proud of the work we have started with the National Defense Authorization Act which will begin the process of rebuilding our military and restoring readiness back into the force. This bill stops the harmful end-strength reductions in our military services and begins the process of reversing this damaging trend in reducing our military capacity.

Congressman Turner, Chairman of the House Armed Services Tactical Air and Land Subcommittee, released the following statement after President-elect Donald Trump announced his selection of General James Mattis to serve as Secretary of Defense:

"The selection of General James Mattis is an encouraging step forward. This choice makes it clear that President-elect Trump is serious about rebuilding our military and keeping national defense a top priority. I look forward to working with President-elect Trump and General Mattis in the near future."

Congressman Turner, a senior member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, released the following statement after reports indicated ISIS claimed credit for the recent attack at Ohio State University leaving eleven people wounded.

"The terror attack on innocent American citizens at Ohio State University is deplorable and further demonstrates an appalling ideology that aims to strike fear in all Americans. These attacks only strengthen our resolve and values of freedom, rule of law and commitment to the right of each and every individual to live free from fear and violence."

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Congressman Turner, Chairman of the House Armed Services Tactical Air and Land Subcommittee, released the following statement after the Army announced they would convert an existing infantry brigade combat team to an armored brigade combat team.

"I commend and support the Army's recent decision to convert an Infantry Brigade Combat Team (IBCTs) to an Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCTs). As Chairman of the Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee, restoring critical Army Readiness shortfalls and increasing current Army end-strength has been a top priority for the Subcommittee.