I do support an increase in the fire station construction grant program.

It is an expression of our commitment to the American public, and a contract that we cannot deny.

This should be at a minimum at $10 million to minimize future disasters.

I am very disappointed in the president's budget that does not provide funding for the continuing authority projects.

I have serious reservations about some of the proposals that are included in the full year 2013 budget request.

This budget request appears to reflect efforts to streamline business and procurement procedures and to eliminate redundant programs to reduce costs.

I really think that is imperative.

I would just like to build upon Mr. Broun's request of not only requesting the information of costs of some of the technology...

I would like to thank Chairwoman Miller and Ranking Member Cuellar for allowing me to participate in today's subcommittee hearing.

I think the threat to our National economy, the global economy, to lives is severe.

I have always felt like the most vulnerable entryway into this country is through our sea ports.