Commission on Military and National Security Facilities
Governor Bob McDonnell issued Executive Order #22 in 2010 establishing a Commission on Military and National Security Facilities. This Commission was formed in response to discussions during a February meeting with Virginia's Congressional Delegation, and news from several weeks ago about a proposal to close the U.S. Joint Forces Command and reduce contractor use. Commission members will be made up of retired military, political, business and community leaders dedicated to advancing Virginia's contributions to national defense and security. The Commission periodically meets to discuss military and defense issues in the Commonwealth.
"Virginia has long played a leading role in the defense of the United States of America. The Pentagon, Naval Air Station Oceana, Fort Lee, Fort Belvoir, Naval Station Norfolk, the Joint Forces Command and many other installations in the Commonwealth are crucial to the security of our homeland as well as our ability to project force around the globe. As governor, I will work with leaders from both parties, the private sector, all levels of government and the military to ensure that these facilities remain in the Commonwealth for the sake of our national security. The members of the Commission will play key roles in this effort, and I thank them for agreeing to serve in this capacity. There is important work to be done."
-- Governor Bob McDonnell
