Howard Berman: “I appreciate that. Two points just on this issue: one is the language the gentleman originally read with respect to…”

If we are going to want to make sure that our diplomats are secure, then we have to pony up the money.

We must do our best to minimize the risks faced by these brave public servants and provide adequate funding to do so, but we must also recognize that such risks can never be completely eliminated.

But those visas would only allow workers to remain here for a period of 18 months even if they have been here for decades and have spouses and children in the United States.

The amount shows in each of the last 3 fiscal years cuts by the Congress from the requested amount, particularly in construction, maintenance, and Embassy security.