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John D. Porcari: I would point out the easy stuff has been done. Since 2008, within the Federal Aviation Administration, we have cut $510…

On the recordMarch 4, 2013
I would point out the easy stuff has been done. Since 2008, within the Federal Aviation Administration, we have cut $510 million out of the cost basis by reducing travel by 30 percent, IT savings of $36 million, $100 million from innovative contracts.
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John D. Porcari

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Porcari highlights past budget cuts made by the FAA to illustrate fiscal responsibility.

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