The 'Next Great American Base' project — a large-scale joint military installation for unified forces — has attracted, according to U.S. Department of Defense representatives, 'exceptional' interest from regions across the country. This was stated by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Energy, Infrastructure and Environment in an address to state governors and adjutants general of the National Guard. The project involves creating a premier military base designed for joint use by various branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. Such facilities typically become centers of significant infrastructure investment, create jobs, and strengthen economic ties between the Department of Defense and the host region. According to a department representative, numerous states have expressed interest in hosting this facility, which speaks to the project's significance from both military and economic perspectives. Details of the selection process for a specific location, as well as the timeline for a final decision, have not yet been disclosed. The creation of such bases is traditionally viewed as part of the strategy for modernizing U.S. military infrastructure and strengthening the capabilities of joint operations among different branches of the armed forces. The high level of interest from states also reflects growing competition among regions for hosting federal military facilities, which bring significant economic benefits.