I feel that if we do not pass a defense appropriations bill with the requested fiscal year 2011 funding levels, that we will end up with even further significant shortfalls in 2012 that will negatively affect readiness without truly addressing our country's core fiscal issues.
Bordallo emphasizes the need for defense appropriations to avoid future shortfalls.
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I strongly support Ranking Member Adam Smith's proposal for an independent national commission on military aviation safety.
I am concerned that the 2019 budget request may not appropriately balance long-term readiness recovery through modernization with near-term efforts through sustainment and maintenance.
Without properly maintained ships, vehicles, aircraft, and weapon systems, our forces cannot perform necessary training required to build readiness or meet the operational requirements that are placed upon them.
Thank you very much. And, Mr. Chairman, I want to say thank you. This has been a very informative hearing.
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