July 18, 2025

Defense Budget Boosts Funds for New Tech, Innovation

Innovation

US House lawmakers want to allocate more than $1.3 billion for the Pentagon’s Defense Innovation Unit, part of a continued push by Congress to develop commercial technology at a faster pace.

Hoyer Meets With Military, Business Leaders

Hoyer

Congressman Steny H. Hoyer met with military and business leaders in Southern Maryland to discuss how continued state and federal partnerships will support national defense and economic development initiatives in St. Mary’s County. He was joined by Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and members of Moore’s cabinet on a few of the visits.