High rates of mandatory spending often limit the ability of the Federal Government to invest in discretionary funding su...
I hope today's discussion facilitates a constructive dialogue among ocean explorers, scientists, and policymakers about ...
Thank you, Senator Begich, for scheduling this hearing on the importance of partnerships in ocean observation.
One way to optimize Federal investment in ocean exploration and research is through the expansion and leveraging of publ...
In the current fiscal environment and the uncertainty of future funding levels, we need to know the consequences of sequ...
As a member of the Senate Oceans Caucus and as a senator from the coastal state of Mississippi, I recognize the importan...
I noticed there is an operations and maintenance shortfall for the Army's request in excess of $8 billion in the oversea...
Protecting the safety and security of our American citizens is our highest priority.
I have been an ardent champion of U.S. defense exports to our allies, friends, and partners abroad.
the importance that Senator Landrieu pointed out of this issue across the country and around the world is one of the rea...
I have a great deal of confidence that this is going to be administered by some very talented and thoughtful public serv...
Do you have adequate funding for the assessment?
Let me just ask that you work with the states, and if they are non-selected for certain projects, get back to them.
Mississippi has organized state efforts by creating GoCoast 2020 to serve as the official advisory body for the allocati...
We must take action to restore our environment and economy.
The Gulf Coast region is vital to our Nation and our economy, providing valuable resources, including abundant seafood, ...
Thank you.
Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman.
