On the recordJune 6, 2017
Do you agree that protecting our missiles, sensors, and our command and control systems must be of highest priority for our research and development investments?
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congress.govDo you agree that protecting our missiles, sensors, and our command and control systems must be of highest priority for our research and development investments?
Senator Shelby stresses the importance of cybersecurity in military systems.
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As Senator Shelby at our Senate testimony hearing last March pointed out to us, we must maintain what we have before we can build new, and I think he hits the mark head-on.
I remain concerned that the Air Force budget request is insufficient considering the needed modernization across the inventory with a rapidly evolving threat.
With inflation at the highest levels we've seen in 40 years, the request represents a cut from the 2022 level.
I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded.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.