Mr. Chairman, we convene this hearing today before the National Parks Subcommittee hearing under unusual and unfortunate circumstances, with...
I understand that this hearing was scheduled despite the continued objections of the Republican staff, who lodged this objection as a result...
Let me ask it one more time: Would the Park Service consider on either one of those pieces of legislation using eminent domain to acquire th...
I hope they'll come to North Carolina.
I might say, in my time as ranking member of the subcommittee never has a hearing been scheduled despite the objections of one side or the o...
My calculation was it authorized $10 million over a period of time.
I think access to affordable broadband infrastructure is absolutely critical for our small businesses to remain competitive in the 21st cent...
if the requirement for amphibious capabilities is 38 ships, and the agreed level of acceptable risk dictates a need for 33 ships, will the N...
Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
I understand in the 1970s we had a serious situation where we had to do a substantial financial bailout.
The 2011-2015 shipbuilding plan calls for procuring the 11th and the final San Antonio-class landing platform dock amphibious ship in 2012.
I believe it is important to give workers the ability to make their own financial calculations and leave the final decision up to the worker...
Let me just point out, this is 2010. We passed this in 2007. To date, we have four veterans.
But define that for me.
What is the VA's criteria for determining whether you use a local provider?
I thank you for your willingness to continue that service by working with us to improve the system of care and the benefits for all our serv...
Meeting their needs is our highest priority as a Nation. I remain committed to work with you and with this entire Committee to fulfill our o...
Without the bravery and support of loved ones like Sarah, many of our wounded warriors would be forced to live in nursing home settings.
