Wayne Allard: “I rise today to report to you and our colleagues on the latest Board of Visitors meeting for the U.S. Air Force Academy.…”

“I rise today to report to you and our colleagues on the latest Board of Visitors meeting for the U.S. Air Force Academy. Ordinarily, I don't do this, but in light of what has been happening for the last year and several months as far as the Air Force Academy, I feel compelled to give a report to the Senate to keep it updated on how matters are progressing at the Air Force Academy. The Board of Visitors primary responsibility is advisory at the Academy. But in the process of monitoring the administration of the Academy and to be a voice for the students at the Academy, the Board of Visitors meets in mid-May at the Academy to review the activities of the Academy, assess current programs, discuss current disciplinary issues, and address proposed congressional legislation impacting the Academy and the Board of Visitors. First, let me say I was pleased by the attendance and contribution of the board members and welcomed involvement of the board's newest members, including Senator Mark Pryor.”