Dan Webster: “Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Thank for you having this meeting, a joint meeting, and thank each of you for coming.”

Thank you both for being here today. I really appreciate it.

However, this committee is well aware also of the aging infrastructure and workforce shortages and insufficient budget that has operationally constrained the Coast Guard for--more than just this year--many years.

I expect you and Admiral Allan to clearly articulate how you will acquire these vessels and what resources are required to carry out the Coast Guard's polar mission.

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