U.S. Congressmen Jodey Arrington and Mac Thornberry, R-Texas, accept a plaque from Dyess leaders during a tour of Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Aug. 3, 2017. Both Congressmen serve as chairmen and members of the House Armed Services Committee, which plays a large role in military budgets and defense policy. The House Armed Services Committee is responsible for funding and oversight of ongoing military operations, counter-drug programs and Department of Defense organization. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Emily Copeland)