John Garamendi actually said...

"I have been beating this drum so many times, but yes, it is in the authorization--it is in the reauthorization, and we are going to try to make sure the money is there, also."

"Apparently, the Office of Legal Counsel leaves it to the discretion of the agency."

"I think you fully understand the situation, but you are being reined in by the OMB, and not allowed at this point to fully express to us the full needs of the Coast Guard."

"It has come to my attention that the Coast Guard is facing a major gap in funding to cover the healthcare expenses for retired Coast Guard personnel."