"Congress must do better. The Commandant has said that the Coast Guard needs to be a $20 billion service by 2030, and I believe that should be the minimum."
"Your maintenance budget will only cover half of the planned cutter maintenance projects in 2024."
"I look forward to hearing what the Coast Guard is doing to ensure its members... have the buildings, facilities, and IT support they need and deserve."
"This rule, if finalized, will destroy the recreational fishing industry and create massive safety hazards for commercial vessels off the Atlantic Coast."
"We meet today to review the fiscal year 2025 budget requests for the Federal maritime transportation programs."
"While recovery efforts continue, it is important that we also maintain stable trade flows."
"Thank you, sir. And please keep me informed as you work through the award process."
"Unfortunately, this growth comes with administrative challenges that severely impact the effectiveness of the program."
"The President's fiscal year 2025 budget request for MARAD includes $859.7 million for the administration of programs."
"I would like to work with you as more decisions are issued this year."
"I look forward to hearing from Chairman Maffei today on the status of FMC's efforts."