Madeleine Bordallo: “I would like to voice my appreciation for the Air Force's diligent work in moving forward with the acquisition process…”

I am confident that there is bipartisan support among the Committee for offshore wind, which would improve self-reliance and lower electricity costs in the territories.

I am concerned that in a year where readiness has been cited as the Department's top priority, the Department's budget request falls well short of meeting the total depot maintenance requirement for the Army and the Marine Corps.

I look forward to hearing how you believe it will be different this time.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. You always make my day.