We all owe a debt of gratitude to those that have made essential contributions to fighting terrorism.

I am pleased with the reforms that are underway now.

I support the President's use of his authorities to improve cybersecurity of the Nation's critical infrastructure such as the power grid.

You have stood firm when folks have said, cut Federal employee pay. Cut their retirement. Cut their benefits.

At my request, I want to tell the panel, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) issued a report last week that highlighted troubling vulnerabilities in the security of radiological materials used at medical facilities across the…

I will miss all of this and the friendships and the work here, but I know you will carry it on.

We have worked with you, Senator Akaka, to craft the Federal Supervisor Training Act.

I want to commend the Departments of our witnesses for your increased efforts for protecting our Nation against terrorist attacks.

I want to join all Americans in mourning the loss of the four brave and dedicated American public servants who died as a result of what we consider senseless attacks in Libya last week.

I want to thank the two of you for your excellent work that you have been doing for our country.

you have stood firm on the issues of sequestration.