Dan Webster: “I hope that we can work with MARAD to ensure that these applications are processed in a timely fashion as is directed…”

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.

Given these immense resources, it should come as no surprise that adversaries, including Russia and China, are working to assert themselves in the region.

We absolutely have to do better on this.

Mr. Speaker, we are on the brink of a historic moment. This is a day I have worked toward for a long time. Throughout my time here, I have fought for legislative reforms that will restore a Member-driven process. This is the most…