Salud Carbajal actually said...

"The Coast Guard is the premier agency tasked with protecting the American people and safeguarding our national security interests along our shores and beyond."

"I have major concerns about the funding needed to keep up with the backlog in infrastructure, the investment in the new assets such as cutters and helicopters, and everyday support services to the fle..."

"As Ranking Member of this Subcommittee, I take my role of Coast Guard promoter very seriously."

"I was pleased that the fiscal year 2025 budget request included a slight increase in discretionary funding, but still more resources are needed to support the Service."