On the recordJune 20, 2023
Funding levels from 2022 would mean significant delays in the construction of Polar Security Cutters, of which Russia has nearly 50 and the United States has 1.
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congress.govFunding levels from 2022 would mean significant delays in the construction of Polar Security Cutters, of which Russia has nearly 50 and the United States has 1.
Reduced funding would hinder U.S. maritime security capabilities.
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