Dan Webster: “Today, we receive testimony regarding the shortage of United States mariners and recruitment and retention challenges in…”

The House passed an authorization bill earlier this year that begins to appropriately resource the Coast Guard.

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.

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

Today, the subcommittee will receive testimony from the Coast Guard's icebreaking recapitalization efforts and the ability of the Service to meet its icebreaking and polar region responsibilities.