Richard Shelby: “This is a sizable sum with our budget, considering the funding constraints that the Federal Government faces.”

I am concerned about this--what this communicates to both our allies and our adversaries.

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. The senior Senator from Alabama.

I'm also concerned that inflation will reduce the Army's buying power.

We also need a strong Army to deter China and respond to provocations, Iran, North Korea, and radical extremist groups.