Dan Webster: “We need to return the multiple-use philosophy of our Federal waters.”

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.

This reminds of us the vital importance of the Coast Guard in protecting our nation's waterways.

We just want to get ships built. That is all we want to do. Tell us how to do it. We will get the money for you.

How are these programs working? And are recruiting and retention numbers coming up?