Our military’s ability to succeed depends on having a strong foundation at home, and that begins with America’s Defense Communities. To secure the future of our military’s home, ADC’s HOME Initiative is driving action in four key areas.

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Unleashing the Grid: Energy Dominance for National Defense

The United States sits at an energy crossroads that will define the security and economic future of our country for decades.

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Defining Homefront Readiness: The Role of Military Families in National Security

This paper addresses how stability of the homefront is a critical and under-recognized component of national defense, and military families and spouses are at the heart of homefront readiness.

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Introducing the 2025 Great American Defense Communities

  • Yuma, Arizona
  • Greater Buckley Region, Colorado
  • Minot, North Dakota

The three communities will be honored during the 2025 Installation Innovation Forum in Monterey, CA.

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MEET AMERICA’S
DEFENSE COMMUNITIES

Behind every mission, base and family there is a community that provides a home to our military. From small towns to cities, regions and entire states – defense communities take different forms, but their role is the same – providing a foundation for our national security and a home for our military families.

Representing every major defense community and state in the country, the Association of Defense Communities (ADC) is a 300+ member organization dedicated to advancing issues that build strong communities and strengthen the ability for service members to defend our nation.

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“Final Flight,” Photo by Senior Airman Alexander Cook, F-35A Demo Team Public Affairs

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Programs
Acting EI&E Leaders Say Focus Is Readiness, Lethality; Subcommittee Chair Urges Shedding Empty Facilities
The Pentagon is focused on mission readiness, lethality and the safety of installations, officials told lawmakers last week. The acting heads of energy, installations and environment for DOD and the services were testifying at a House Armed Services Readiness Subcommittee hearing. “We will...
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REPI Program Accepting Pre-Proposals for 2026 Grants
DOD’s Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program is now accepting pre-proposals for its 2026 REPI Challenge grant cycle, according to an email notice. “The 2026 REPI Challenge will focus on safeguarding strategic missions across the United States and its territories to restore...
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In Our Communities
Army Announces Kentucky Division Will Receive New Assault Aircraft Defense News recently reported that 101st Airborne Division at Fort Campbell, Kentucky will be the recipients of the new Future Long Range Assault Aircraft. The choice was made based on the division’s missions that often require...
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In Our Communities
San Diego Congressman Wants Funding for Autonomous Watch Towers Off the Coast U.S. Rep. Mike Levin (D-Calif.) has asked Congress for funding for autonomous watch towers off the San Diego coast to stop maritime smuggling in the region. The $60 million requested funding would go towards...
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House Budget Committee Advances Massive Trump Policy Bill with Defense Boost
The House Budget Committee Sunday night advanced what President Trump has called a “big, beautiful bill” to enact his tax and spending cuts. Axios reports that lawmakers expect changes to the bill before it reaches the House floor, especially as two separate factions in the House GOP disagree on...
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