Dan Webster: “Thank you, sir. And please keep me informed as you work through the award process.”

Thank you for your answer. I am hoping that there is also coming with that nine necessary vessels some sort of timeline.

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.

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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.