Mar 30, 2004
I would hope that we'd find some way to really program the budget out further than we currently have it, as far as overseas construction and the construction at home.
Ted Stevens
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Ted Stevens was a prominent U.S. Senator from Alaska, serving from 1968 to 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his influential role in shaping federal policies related to aviation, telecommunications, and infrastructure. Stevens was a key advocate for modernizing the air traffic control system, emphasizing the need for quick action to prevent aviation gridlock. His tenure was marked by significant contributions to Alaska's development and federal funding for various projects in the state. Stevens was the longest-serving senator in Alaska's history and held several leadership positions, including Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman.
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Mar 25, 2004
I am extremely concerned with the level of funding you chose to allocate to certain programs.
Mar 25, 2004
In Alaska alone, funding was reduced for water and waste disposal systems from $28 million in fiscal year 2004 to $11.8 million in fiscal year 2005.
Mar 25, 2004
These basic amenities are vital to the health of these rural communities and yet the USDA has slashed the funding of this program.
Mar 3, 2004
I want to tell you before we finish our bill we will confer with you to make sure that you have the flexibility you need to use any funds that are available.
Mar 3, 2004
I would like to avoid a post-election session in the interests of the people who are at war.
Mar 3, 2004
That is the policy we followed in Kosovo and Bosnia and as a matter of fact in the initiation of the Persian Gulf war.
Mar 3, 2004
I think I must take responsibility for the fact that there will be no supplemental this year.