Dan Webster: “The Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2023 authorizes $36.3 million to modernize the Coast Guard's IT systems.”

The United States has relied on the Coast Guard's persistent presence to demonstrate American sovereignty in the Arctic since the United States acquired Alaska in 1867.

Mr. Speaker, we are on the brink of a historic moment. This is a day I have worked toward for a long time. Throughout my time here, I have fought for legislative reforms that will restore a Member-driven process. This is the most…

To date, we have yet to see such a plan, let alone a cost estimate or a timeline of the first vessel in the fleet.

Today, the subcommittee will receive testimony from the Coast Guard's icebreaking recapitalization efforts and the ability of the Service to meet its icebreaking and polar region responsibilities.