Ken Calvert: “I must address an issue that is close to my heart that speaks to the realities of risk not only in high-end warfare but…”

I claim the time in opposition the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from California is recognized for 5 minutes.

I thank my good friend, the chairman of the full committee, Mr. Cole, who has done an excellent job of putting this continuing resolution together under difficult circumstances. The appropriators tried to come to an accommodation, but we…

I look forward to winning this race in November!

This committee recognizes the importance and the role of the F-15EX. I thank the gentlewoman from Missouri for raising this issue, and I look forward to working with her as we move forward with this bill.