Gillibrand, Schumer Highlight $31 Million Authorization For Fort Hamilton Child Development Center In Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Bill

Gillibrand, Schumer Highlight $31 Million Authorization For Fort Hamilton Child Development Center In Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Bill

Dec 18, 2025

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and U.S. Senator Charles Schumer announced that secured a $31 million authorization for the Fort Hamilton Child Development Center in Brooklyn in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26).

"This year's NDAA is a win for service members, New Yorkers, and all Americans," said Senator Gillibrand. "I was especially proud to fight for and secure this authorization for the Fort Hamilton Child Development Center in Brooklyn. Protecting our troops and our national security is of the utmost importance, and a key part of that is also helping the families and children of service members. I am glad to see Democrats and Republicans work together to pass this vital legislation."

"I'm proud to have secured $31 million for the Fort Hamilton Child Development Center in Brooklyn so soldiers and their families have access to a consistent, safe, and nurturing environment for their children," said Senator Schumer. "These much-needed services improve quality of life for our brave soldiers and their families and I will continue fighting to deliver more resources to those who put themselves on the line to protect our freedom and safety."

This project received full funding in the FY26 Military Construction Appropriations law. Other highlights of the FY26 NDAA bill include a pay raise for service members, as well as over $240 million in total authorizations for New York State projects.

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