Daniel Inouye

VA must not only meet the needs of those from prior conflicts, but also quickly adapt to address the needs of those newly injured or disabled.

This Committee stands ready to work with the administration on this effort.

I would like to compliment President-elect Obama on making an excellent choice in naming you as the Secretary-designate of the Department of Health and Human Services.

The time has come to resolve this issue and I ask for your assistance.

I look forward to working with you and supporting your efforts to lead the Department and to find common ground on health care reform, an issue that is long overdue for resolution.

When Congress established the ``Navy Yard Pearl Harbor'' in 1908, Hawaii and the U.S. Navy were inextricably linked together. Just as it did in 1908, America understands the need for a strong presence in the Asia-Pacific region. Both the…

Yes. I. I agree that it is very important that all Federal regulations in this area be consistent and that we provide clear direction to the agency that has responsibility for setting fuel economy standards, the Department of…

For the past 30 years, I have been privileged to serve on the Appropriations Defense Subcommittee with my illustrious partner, the senior Senator from Alaska. We have always done this in a bipartisan fashion. It has been so bipartisan…

Reducing fuel consumption in the field is an urgent need of our military. It will not only reduce costs but also reduce the risk to our troops because fewer fuel deliveries will need to be made to dangerous areas. I also agree that future…

I thank the Senators from Connecticut for bringing this issue before us today. I assure you that I will examine this program carefully as the committee reviews the supplemental appropriations bill.

I appreciate very much the diligent work of these three Senators in researching this important issue regarding the critical air-to-ship sensor connectivity within our Navy's carrier battle groups and bringing it to my attention. I…

I thank the Senators from Oregon for unwavering support of our men and women in the Army National Guard. We all recognize and are deeply grateful for the service that the National Guard has provided in domestic disasters and international…

I pledge to my friend from Colorado that when we sit down to discuss this matter with the House I will continue to support the ballistic missile defense system. Let me assure you, as well, that we will carefully examine the merits of the…

This bill has fully funded the President's budget request for space-based and space-surveilling satellite systems; for example, in the Air Force research and development alone, in excess of $585 million. We have funded above the…

H. Res. 121 expresses the sense of the U.S. House of Representatives that the Government of Japan should formally acknowledge, apologize, and accept historical responsibility in a clear and unequivocal manner for its Imperial Armed Force's…

As Chairman of the Subcommittee, this is my number one priority.

I believe we must not only greatly increase the Commission's resources, but we must also overhaul the Commission's responsibilities and authority to reflect the 21st century marketplace.

We cannot expect this overburdened agency to prevent dangerous toys and products from ending up on store shelves in its current condition.

I would like to thank the committee, along with Senator Durbin, who has long been a strong consumer advocate, for their foresight.

It does not mandate a timetable for ending our involvement in Iraq but provides a new way ahead which will ensure better protection for our forces and a greater chance for the Iraqis to succeed. This is a good, balanced package. It…

Thank you very much. You know, I really think we should add to our congratulations to both of you.

It is time to get these missile defense capabilities operational and fielded.

I believe we can finally say, with confidence, that we have turned the corner.

I agree that air transport safety of our citizens in Iraq and in Afghanistan is an important issue and I endorse your comments on this matter. We should work to take the steps needed to ensure the safety of our civilian contractors.

I am concerned as well that the lack of regulation and oversight of these charter aircraft put our citizens at risk.