Despite fiscal and global uncertainties, our Guardsmen and Reservists have done an outstanding job of answering the call...
The Guard and Reserve provide one-third of the personnel currently serving in our armed services.
Brigade Combat Teams are a critical structure required for the defense of the nation and any loss of Brigade Combat Team...
However, at the same time, anti-Government and militia groups grew by one-third in 2015.
We are reviewing this morning the proposed budget request for the National Guard and Reserve.
It is very important for this Committee to 'get it right.'
Sixteen years, Mr. Secretary, is far too long. Let's put this baby to bed and get on with protecting and doing a job tha...
I want to hear from you how the Department is maintaining situational awareness and response capabilities during this in...
Given the numerous crises occurring throughout the world, would you recommend the 155th Armored Brigade Combat Team or a...
I fully support any increase in funding directed toward the Counterdrug program and TCs.
How important is it that you have budget certainty that the 155th will be there for you?
I would hope that contained within forthcoming grant guidance are instructions for some of the funding to be directed at...
I take seriously the recommendations of the 9/11 Commission that, should our first responders be called upon once again ...
Indeed, former Boston Police Commissioner Davis testified before this committee that without grant funding, the 'respons...
It is also clear that the threats we face are growing and evolving.
From where I sit, I can say with confidence that Federal grant investments have worked.
I have been responsible for overseeing how the Federal Government supports State and local preparedness and response act...
I especially want to compliment Barbara Mikulski for her outstanding service on this subcommittee and how much we are go...
