03/12/1999
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"The Coast Guard will continue to safeguard America's maritime safety and security."
"I look forward to working with the Congress to ensure that the world's best Coast Guard remains as its motto proclaims: Semper Paratus—Always Ready."
"I am asking Congress to provide emergency assistance of $56 million to provide aid to those whose economic welfare is threatened by this crisis."
"I appreciate the support of the Congress in this action."