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Peter Torkildsen: “State maritime academies like Massachusetts Maritime operate their ready Reserve ships at one-third of that expended by…”

On the recordJuly 24, 1996
State maritime academies like Massachusetts Maritime operate their ready Reserve ships at one-third of that expended by the Federal Government to maintain similar vessels in a like readiness status. These academies provide a high return on the small Federal investment. Graduates of the six State maritime academies all secure employment within 3 months of graduation. This is a record we should be proud of. Mr. Chairman, I urge the Chair to work with the other body and the conference committee to level-fund this Nation's maritime academies. This is an investment in our future and our security.
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Peter Torkildsen
Republican · Massachusetts
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Advocating for funding support for state maritime academies during a House floor debate.

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