Dan Webster: “Let's see, Mr. Auchincloss, you are recognized for 5 minutes.”

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

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.

At the same time, our nation has two operational icebreakers, one of which is dedicated to the Service's Antarctic mission in support of the National Science Foundation and is operating well past its intended service life.