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Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is honoring the U.S. Army’s birthday, which marks the founding of the U.S. Army on June 14, 1775.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement of support for U.S. Service Members:
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is congratulating Admiral Kevin Lunday, who has served throughout 2025 as Acting Commandant of the United States Coast Guard. The U.S. Senate has confirmed him as Commandant by unanimous consent.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting final House passage of multi-year reauthorization of the United States Coast Guard, which passed the House Wednesday as part of the immense 3,000-page National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Among numerous priorities, the bill includes congressional directions to conduct a homeport analysis, continue to build out the cutter fleet, and strengthen USCG Pacific presence.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is hailing final House passage of the 2026 pay raise for the military, part of the yearly major Defense bill, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is honoring the United States Marine Corps on the occasion of their historic 250th birthday, November 10, 2025.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata welcomed the announcement that the federal government is meeting its payment obligation to the U.S. Armed Forces, despite the government shutdown.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is honoring the anniversary of the United States Navy’s founding in 1775, when the Continental Navy was established the year before the Declaration of Independence. The milestone will be marked with a major celebration in Philadelphia, including a parade, flyovers, fireworks, concerts, and the presence of numerous Navy and historic ships on the river. This year’s Navy birthday coincides with a federal holiday, as Columbus Day 2025 is also on October 13th.