WASHINGTON, D.C.(KELO)- It’s a couple of months overdue, but the U-S Senate has given final legislative approval to a new defense spending bill.

The measure will have a major impact on Ellsworth Air Force Base near Rapid City.

The base will become home to the new B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber.

Senator Mike Rounds helped to craft the bill, which also includes a pay raise for military members.

South Dakota will play a prominent role in the nation’s defense plan in a couple of areas…

Senator Mike Rounds says Cyber Security is being beefed up in the plan.

Dakota State University plays an important role in cyber security.

Rapid City’s Ellsworth Airforce base is also key to the defense plan, as it becomes home to the new B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber.

Senator Mike Rounds says the B-21 is a powerful deterrent to China on the nuclear front.

The defense bill is waiting for President Biden’s signature.