Dan Webster: “I mean, it is not just something we just sort of took a look at and thought: Well, this might be nice. We are willing to…”

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.

Today, our subcommittee meets to highlight the extraordinary successes of the men and women of the Coast Guard.

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

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…