So my real concern is a lack of ownership by the Department of Defense and the Air Force specifically about this issue.

No. And in fact, the number one reason that we need to rebuild Tyndall is because of its immediate access to the Gulf test range without going over any population area.

I agree, we have to take it into account for the Air Force.

When we are rebuilding Tyndall, we are trying to rebuild it in a way that is resilient.

We are the best in the world at space, and our adversaries know it, and they are seeking to develop the capability to deny us the use of space in crisis or in war.

Congressman, when we are rebuilding Tyndall, we are trying to rebuild it in a way that is resilient.

the community of Albuquerque is extremely supportive unlike some states that have received new missions recently.

The Air National Guard enterprise is based on established Capstone Principles that set the framework for aircraft in the 54 States and territories.

Congressman, when we are rebuilding Tyndall, we are trying to rebuild it in a way that is resilient.

I know firsthand that service members like my dad have the highest degree of readiness when they know their family's basic needs are being met.

It appears that your budget priorities must include that.

It doesn't seem like it is that way any longer.

I grew up in a military family and lived on military--lived in military housing all of my young life.

Any budget priorities must include a responsibility for this and other contamination that the Air Force has caused in New Mexico.

I just hope that when we leave here today that it is not being suggested that this information is not going to be allowed to be brought into this committee.

Thank you so much.

So essentially you can assure me today that will not be any language that dilutes gubernatorial authority over their Guards?

I support wholeheartedly every single American who wants to serve in our military, that they have an opportunity to do so.