Lynn Jenkins: “Opponents may argue that this is a burden to place on the DOD when they are seeking to insource, but I believe that…”

“Opponents may argue that this is a burden to place on the DOD when they are seeking to insource, but I believe that ensuring taxpayer dollars are well spent and that taxpayers are getting the best value for their money is hardly a burden. A formal, documented process which shows the cost savings will make sure that this is fair for the small businesses who depend on these contracts to thrive. The American Legion approves of this proposed amendment. They stated: The practice of converting functions and services that have been performed by contractors with government employees limits the amount of contracts that can go to the private sector to stimulate and grow the veteran small business industrial base. When the government takes a couple of positions away from a small business, they are essentially crippling the small business' ability to succeed in the private sector. These practices primarily affect small businesses, as large contractors are rarely affected by insourcing policy because of their size and number of employees. Mr. Chairman, I reserve the balance of my time.”