Broadcaster Press 3 July 9, 2019 www.broadcasteronline.com Supporting Our Troops And Strengthening The National Defense By Sen. Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) It is because of the sacrifices made by the men and women who wear the uniform of the United States that we remain the greatest country in the world. It’s important that our troops have all the tools and resources they need to successfully carry out their missions. That is why each year, we put aside political differences to pass a strong National Defense Authorization Act—or NDAA. The Senate recently voted to pass the NDAA, which included a number of provisions I offered to help our troops and strengthen South Dakota’s role in national defense. While I was with Jean as she received treatment for cancer during the final vote on the bill, we put in many months of work on numerous pieces of legislation that were ultimately included in the Senatepassed NDAA. Since I was sworn in to the Senate, I have served on the Senate Armed Services Committee. It’s an honor to be able to focus on legislation that not only improves our nation’s defense, but also makes life better for the men and women—and their families— who serve. The NDAA we passed this year continues the process of rebuilding our military, restoring our combat advantage and building a more efficient, effective force. We also passed provisions to support our all-volunteer force and their families. This includes providing them with the largest pay raise in a decade. The NDAA also corrects serious deficiencies in privatized military housing, so service members and their families can live in a safe, comfortable home. Earlier this year, we were excited to share the news that Ellsworth Air Force Base in Box Elder will be the first base to receive the next-generation stealth bomber, the B-21 Raider. The NDAA we passed requires the Air Force to provide a briefing to Congress on the bomber force, including the legacy bombers, the acquisition of the B-21 and the integration of the B-21 to the bomber force. This will help us stay updated on the latest information regarding the future of Ellsworth, which is so important to our state. I particularly look forward to the Air Force’s plan to sustain the B-1B bomber force stationed at Ellsworth. Since 2017, I have served as chairman of the Armed Services Cybersecurity Subcommittee. Our subcommittee has spent a great deal of time working to protect Americans from a crippling cyber-attack in the newest warfare domain: cyberspace. In last year’s NDAA, we secured legislation that allows the Department of Defense (DOD) to conduct more offensive cyber operations necessary to help keep Americans safe. In this year’s bill, we built upon those successes by including provisions that will greatly strengthen our ability to defend against cyber-attacks as well as conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations. This included a provision requiring the DOD to create a framework for the cybersecurity of the defense industrial base—particularly regarding defense contractors and subcontractors who are vulnerable to cyber-attacks. Another provision requires DOD to develop readiness metrics for the cyber force and a requirement to give a quarterly readi- ness briefing, based upon these metrics, to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees. South Dakotans may be interested in another provision that I was able to get included in the NDAA: we require DOD to establish a university consortia to advise and assist DOD on cybersecurity. The consortia will provide a single portal for DOD to access the expertise of universities designated as National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security Centers of Academic Excellence. Dakota State University in Madison is one of these universities, and has been at the forefront of cyberrelated research for years. The consortia will further strengthen the bond between schools like Dakota State University and the DOD, as well as help DOD solve complex cybersecurity problems and develop cybersecurity training. I thank Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) and Ranking Member Jack Reed (D-R.I.) for their leadership throughout this year’s NDAA debate. They listened to members from both sides of the aisle and identified legislation we could all agree upon for the good of our armed forces. I look forward to the House-Senate NDAA conference committee finishing its work as soon as possible so President Trump can continue the long tradition of signing a strong, bipartisan NDAA into law. Our troops make incredible sacrifices on behalf of our country, and Congress needs to provide them all the tools to do their job. NDAA 2020 helps fulfill that obligation. Beware Of Post-Disaster Scams PIERRE, S.D. – Recovery officials urge South Dakota residents to watch for and report any suspicious activity or potential fraud from scam artists, identity thieves and other criminals who may try to prey on those who suffered losses in the severe winter storms and flooding from mid-March to late April. Common post-disaster fraud practices include: •Fake offers of state or federal aid: •Beware if anyone claiming to be from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or the state visits, calls or emails asking for an applicant’s Social Security number, bank account number or other sensitive information. •Avoid scam artists who promise a disaster grant and ask for cash deposits or advance payments in full. •Know that federal workers do not solicit or accept money. FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) staff never charge applicants for disaster assistance, inspections or help in filling out applications. Do not give out information and report people claiming to be government workers to local police. •Provide your Social Security number and banking information only when registering for FEMA assistance, either by calling 800-621-3362, TTY 800-462-7585, or going online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or the smart phone FEMA App. If you use 711-Relay or Video Relay Services, call 800621-3362. Operators are multilingual and calls are answered from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. local time seven days a week. •Phony housing inspectors: Owners/applicants may be especially vulnerable to phony housing inspectors claiming to represent FEMA or SBA. An applicant should always: •Ask to see the inspector’s identification badge. All federal employees and contractors carry official, laminated photo identification. •Inspectors also have each applicant’s nine-digit registration number. •FEMA inspectors never require banking information. It is important to note that FEMA housing inspectors verify damage, but do not hire or endorse specific contractors to fix homes or recommend repairs. They do not determine your eligibility for assistance. •Fraudulent building contractors:When hiring a contractor, be sure to: •Use licensed local contractors backed by reliable references. •Demand that contractors carry general liability mission, as well as a preview of insurance and worker’s compensation. Space Age South Dakota. Free •Bogus pleas for post-disaster donations: Unand open to the public. scrupulous solicitors may play on the sympathy Saturday, July 13, 9am, for disaster survivors. Disaster aid solicitations 10:30am, noon & 2pm, Sanford may arrive by phone, email, letter or face-to-face Underground Research Facility, visits. 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SDPB Premieres “Space Age South Dakota: Chasing The Moon All The Way Home” Vermillion, SD (July 3, 2019) — In conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the first manned lunar landing, SDPB is pleased to announce the premiere of “Space Age South Dakota: Chasing the Moon All the Way Home,” Thursday, July 18, 8pm (7 MT) on SDPB1 and SDPB.org. From the record-setting high altitude balloon flights launched out of the Black Hills’ Stratobowl, to South Dakotans working as NASA engineers, to the Earth Resources Observation Satellite Network in Sioux Falls, South Dakota has helped humankind “chase the moon” – and beyond – since the early days of space exploration. In addition, SDPB visits Florida’s Kennedy Space Center to meet Lee Solid, a 1959 graduate of the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SDSMT). Originally from Martin, SD, Solid first worked as a rocket test If You Read This... You Know Advertising Pays! 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See a trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=OmobeKPitOI Prior to the premiere date, SDPB is offering free, public previews of “Space Age South Dakota.” PUBLIC PREVIEWS INCLUDE: Saturday, July 13, 9:30am – South Dakota Air & Space Museum, Box Elder The South Dakota Military Forum presents “Man Landing on the Moon.” Join Thomas Durkin, Deputy Director of the South Dakota Space Grant Consortium, for a discussion of the Apollo 11 Ice Cream Social Trinity Lutheran Church of Vermillion Tuesday, July 16th from 5:00-7:00pm Even in the midst of devastation, something within us always points the way to Freedom ~ SHARON SALZBERG Taverns...Chips...Homemade Pies...Ice Cream Lemonade and Coffee Free Will Offering 816 E. Clark, Vermillion, SD in Vermillion • Serving Clay, Union, Turner Counties in South Dakota 605-624-5311