Mary Landrieu

I understand those pressures, but people have to recognize the reality that cross-border trade is increasing.

I will do everything that I can working with you and other members of this subcommittee to make sure that they have what they need.

I was disappointed to see cyber education reduced in this budget.

We need to be mindful as we move forward that these numbers have real consequences.

I want to make certain, Madam Secretary, that that is enough to begin the design, and then we'll have to figure out how to pay for it, which is a whole other subject. But I am committed to find a way.

Our prayers are with that community today.

Last week's events in Boston were a stark reminder of the threats we continue to face as a Nation and that we must remain vigilant at all times.

The heroic effort by first responders and law enforcement officers in Boston who worked together seamlessly and saved many lives because of their actions continue to inspire us.

Securing our homeland is a partnership between the Federal Government and our local entities, one that we must continue to support, strengthen, and fine-tune.

In my view, it does not make our country stronger. It puts us in an untenable position, so new resources are going to have to be found from somewhere.

Earlier we discussed the trade-offs of this budget presented to us, the trade-offs it makes between constructing a new National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility.

You just can't wave a magic wand and it's going to get better. We've got to find a new way.

I think all of us spend a fair amount of time on airplanes, and I will tell you I have been buttonholed by no fewer than dozens and dozens of flight attendants who are saying, 'What is going on?'

I want to associate myself with Senator Cochran's remarks about the Coast Guard.

People are very shocked to see these improvised explosive devices.

I plan to have a special hearing on this. I know that these are tough decisions, but these are important decisions.

Within 2 weeks, I would like a white paper from your Department describing the impacts this investment plan will have on Coast Guard missions offshore.

We have a crisis, I believe, at our borders not just with illegal immigrants but with legal transportation of goods.

I hope so, and I will just follow up.

She has served as a steady hand of this ship now for several years.

I would actually like to see a five-year extension because by the time you do it and people know about it, half the year is over.

I want to acknowledge that this is Administrator Mills's last budget hearing, unfortunately.

Good morning, everyone. Thank you all for joining us this morning.

I am very supportive of the increase in funding for the Charter Schools Program (CSP) as detailed in the President's budget.

But I have to remind you that the fundamental tenant of multiple use also includes the development of our natural resources.