03/09/2015
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"The Commerce Committee and Senator Begich's subcommittee are very interested in this issue."
"Well, thank you very much, Mr. Chairman and Ranking Member."
"We all believe that it must remain an essential pillar of the United States maritime and national security strategy."
"I look forward to today's hearing. As this position has gone unfilled for more than 1 year, I expect and hope for an expeditious and efficient confirmation process."