Compared to other programs, the Waterways Commerce Cutter acquisition program has been on track, which is very encouraging.
Daniel Webster
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Daniel Alan Webster is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Florida's 11th congressional district since January 3, 2013. A member of the Republican Party, he has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and fiscal responsibility during his time in office. Webster previously served in the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate, where he gained experience in state-level legislation before moving to Congress. He is known for his commitment to conservative principles and has been active in various congressional committees.
The Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2023 authorizes $36.3 million to modernize the Coast Guard's IT systems.
Unfortunately, no administration of either party has requested anything even approaching the resources necessary to carry out this recapitalization in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
The Coast Guard appears to have systemic issues in effectively executing major acquisitions.
I want to commend the Coast Guard for undertaking Operation Fouled Anchor, an investigation of sexual assault and harassment incidents at the Coast Guard Academy from the late 1980s to early 2000s.
What would be the result or the impact of operations and costs if the acquisition were delayed?
On behalf of the subcommittee, I would like to thank you for your contributions over the last decade to the subcommittee's oversight of Coast Guard acquisition programs.
Funding levels from 2022 would mean fewer Coast Guard operations in the Pacific, where our adversaries continue to add capacity and our allies need Coast Guard support.





