I remain skeptical that deals can be reached on Guam without significant changes to the Navy's plans.

I have re-introduced the compromise version of H.R. 44 which eliminates the payment of claims to descendants of those that suffered personal injury during the occupation.

Given the high level of attention the CENTCOM theater continues to receive due to on-going combat operations, I am concerned that we may have inadvertently created unnecessary risk in our Pacific Theater readiness, capabilities, and…

I was pleased to see about $200 million in research and development for a next generation bomber. I think this is a key platform to maintaining a robust long range strike capability.

Resolution of Guam war claims is going to be critical to overcoming historical injustices.

I want to thank you for your support of H.R. 44, the Guam war claims bill that was introduced last Congress.

Given the strategic importance of Guam and our nation's on-going efforts to re-shape our military presence in the Pacific theater, can you tell me what the status is of the Department of Defense's roadmap for realigning U.S. forces in…

I firmly believe in sustainability practices when it comes to our commissaries and exchanges.

This is simply unacceptable to me, gentlemen, and I have long stated that all contracts out in Guam should be competitively awarded.

I raised the issue of the importance of China and other issues related to the Pacific area, and I think this should be highlighted and included.

Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the resolution today and to honor the six individuals who lost their lives; and my friend and my colleague, Gabby Giffords, who is currently fighting for her life; and the 13 other wounded victims of…