On the recordMay 13, 2013
We can't have everything we want, but $2.5 billion to maintain the fleet, to accomplish or at least try to meet the targets in the mission, is far different than $950 million.
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congress.govWe can't have everything we want, but $2.5 billion to maintain the fleet, to accomplish or at least try to meet the targets in the mission, is far different than $950 million.
Landrieu emphasizes the need for a larger budget for Coast Guard operations.
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