Dan Webster: “As a matter of fact, it is good to see you in person.”

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.

How the FAA and we as Congress respond to this event will have lasting repercussions for decades to come.

We need to be a $20 billion Coast Guard. We need to have $3 billion, at least, in our capital acquisition.

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.